Episodes 30
Avg. Duration 30m
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Apple Rating 4.7 (180)
Since Jul 2025
Latest Episode May 2026

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Welcome to Tackling Tax—a Forvis Mazars podcast. Along with varied guests, hosts Iris Laws and Devin Tenney will bring you the latest on tax policy and strategies—but in a way that you can actually use and understand. Whether you’re looking for intel into tax bills, global tax implications, or planning insights for your business, Tackling Tax is the right place. Listen every other week for more from our guests, which include everyone from university scholars to industry experts to the firm’s experienced leaders.

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Episode 26: Payroll & Employment Taxes: A Closer Look

May 19, 2026 19m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll focus on one of the more exciting but underrated areas of tax that touches almost every tax and HR decision a large organization makes: payroll and employment. We welcome Nikos…

Episode 25: A Focus on Real Estate

May 05, 2026 38m Transcript

Forvis Mazars Tax Director Brit Moreland joins hosts Iris Laws and Devin Tenney to discuss the latest trends and policy decisions in real estate and housing.

Special Edition // Tariff Refund Platform Available

Apr 21, 2026 6m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll focus on the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol’s CAPE system, which is the platform allowing importers of record and their brokers to start the process for getting back…

Episode 24: A Look at Debt Instruments

Apr 21, 2026 25m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll focus on debt instruments and what happens when debt is amended or modified, which can provide some unwelcome surprises. We welcome Howard Wagner, managing director in our…

Episode 23: How to Have a Successful Tax Transformation

Apr 07, 2026 22m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll talk with our Tax Transformation team to understand what makes tax functions successful and efficient. We welcome Kelly Necessary, the leader of the group, and Jenna Stutz, a…

Episode 22: Credit Transfers & the Clean Energy Landscape

Mar 24, 2026 50m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll explore today’s clean energy landscape, with a specific focus on what it takes to sell credits and what to consider when buying them. We welcome David Burton, partner with the…

Episode 21: Hot Topics for Tax Methods

Mar 10, 2026 22m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll explore topics ranging from bonus depreciation to the timing of methods during a transaction with Nathan Clark and Brittany Cummings on our Tax Methods team.

Episode 20: Tackling Tariffs

Feb 24, 2026 27m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll explore tariffs and global trade with Michael Cornett, managing director with our Washington National Tax Office. Note: This episode was recorded prior to the Supreme Court…

Tackling Tax Special Edition // Supreme Court: IEEPA Tariffs Invalid

Feb 20, 2026 5m Transcript

In this special breaking news edition of Tackling Tax, we cover the major Supreme Court decision issued on February 20, 2026, regarding the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The…

Episode 19: Navigating Taxes With the IRS

Feb 10, 2026 23m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll explore what’s going on at the IRS, what taxpayers may be facing when it comes to exams, and more. We welcome Kristin Gutting, Caitlyn Meehan, and Karen Fleming with the Tax…

Episode 18: How the AICPA Can Assist Taxpayers

Jan 27, 2026 35m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll examine what the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is doing to influence tax policy and guidance, as well as look ahead to tax issues that will likely take center stage in…

Episode 17: A Look at Compensation & Benefit Plans

Jan 13, 2026 38m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll look at opportunities and potential traps regarding compensation and benefit plans, which play a critical role in a company’s culture. We welcome co-host Devin Tenney, a…

Episode 16: Tax Implications for Aviation

Dec 16, 2025 35m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll delve into the world of aviation with items you’ll want to know if you lease, own, charter, or are just interested in airplanes. We welcome Katie Simmons and John Buchanan, two…

Episode 15: Section 1202 Opportunities

Nov 25, 2025 32m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll talk through an opportunity to exclude gain on the sale of qualified small business stock. We welcome Howard Wagner and Nick Zoyhofski, two leaders of the firm’s 1202 practice.

Episode 14: Year-End Planning Strategies to Consider

Nov 11, 2025 41m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll dive into year-end planning and the strategies you could consider heading into 2026. We welcome Spencer Heywood and Michael Cornett to highlight planning topics to be aware of…

Episode 13: The Opportunity Zone Opportunity

Oct 28, 2025 31m Transcript

This week on Tackling Tax, we’ll explore opportunity zones, which aim to stimulate new investment in economically distressed communities, and how they could benefit you.

Episode 12: New Markets Tax Credit Opportunities

Oct 14, 2025 31m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll look at the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) and the opportunities it could offer you. We’ll discuss changes to the credit due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OB3) and some…

Episode 11: OB3's Impact on Estate Planning & Wealth Strategy

Sep 30, 2025 26m Transcript

This week on Tackling Tax, we’ll explore the OB3’s impact on estate planning and wealth strategy.

Episode 10: OB3’s Impact on Nonprofits

Sep 16, 2025 26m Transcript

In this week’s episode of Tackling Tax, we break down how OB3 affects nonprofits—focusing on endowment and executive compensation taxes.

Episode 9: OB3 and M&A: Our Top 5 Considerations

Sep 03, 2025 36m Transcript

On this episode, we’ll look at ways that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act affects mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and cover our top five considerations for those contemplating a transaction. We…

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