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Exploring how state and local governments spend $4 trillion every year. Hosted by Liz Farmer of Forbes and Justin Marlowe of the University of Chicago

Joined September 2022
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In this week's episode we discuss bitcoin backed municipal debt issuance in New Hampshire with Les Borsai & James Key-Wallace. episodes.captivate.fm/episod…
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In the first PMP episode for 2026 we talk to Erick Guerra about financing the road and highway infrastructure episodes.captivate.fm/episod…
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In the episode before thanksgiving we interview Mike Twitty, Pinellas County Property Appraiser. player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Property Tax Apprisals with Mike Twitty

In the episode before thanksgiving we interview Mike Twitty, Pinellas County Property Appraiser. We talk about the different technological tools that have been employed in the Pinellas County...

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In episode 11 we continue with the IG series with the former inspector general of the Department of Interior and the Chair of the Counsel of the Inspectors General Mark Greenblatt. player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Being an IG in the current climate with Mark Greenblatt

In episode 11 we continue with the IG series with the former inspector general of the Department of Interior and the Chair of the Counsel of the Inspectors General Mark Greenblatt. We dive into...

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In this episode we discuss public procurement system current and how AI affects these essential public services with Solomon Kingston. player.captivate.fm/episode/…

The state of state procurement with Solomon Kingston

In this episode we discuss public procurement system current and how AI affects these essential public services with Solomon Kingston. Solomon is the Interim Chief Cooperative Procurement...

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In the ninth episode of the Public Money Pod, we talk to the Inspector General for the City of Chicago, Deborah Witzburg about keeping public agencies accountable to the tax payers. player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Government accountability with Inspector General Deborah Witzburg

In the ninth episode of the Public Money Pod, we talk to the Inspector General for the City of Chicago, Deborah Witzburg about keeping public agencies accountable to the tax payers. Previously,...

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In the eighth episode of season 4 we talk to Ricky Hernandez about the implications of the Arizona school vouchers. player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Implications of the Arizona school vouchers with Ricky Hernandez

Ricky Hernandez is the Chief Financial Officer for the Tucson Unified School District and In this episode we look at ESSER funding as well as ESAs or "Empowerment Scholarship Accounts". We...

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In our latest episode we discuss property taxes with Professor Christopher Berry from Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago. player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Property Taxes with Christopher Berry

In our latest episode we discuss property taxes with Professor Christopher Berry from Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago. The differences between the levy and rate...

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This week Jordan Haedtler discusses FIAR plans as an insurance tool against events caused by the climate crisis. We examine how FAIR plans are used in different states over the years and how new legislation may affect them. player.captivate.fm/episode/…

FAIR Plans with Jordan Haedtler

This week Jordan Haedtler discusses FIAR plans as an insurance tool against events caused by the climate crisis. We examine how FAIR plans are used in different states over the years and how...

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In episode 5 of PMP we interview Tom Kozlik, Head of Public Policy and Municipal Strategy at Hilltop Securities where we discuss the results of the Public Finance Leaders' Survey and the consequences of AI on Muni Bonds - from yields to infrastructure. player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Role of AI in Muni Bonds with Tom Kozlik

In episode 5 of PMP we interview Tom Kozlik, Head of Public Policy and Municipal Strategy at Hilltop Securities where we discuss the results of the Public Finance Leaders' Survey and the...

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With Andrew Kim we discuss financing state and local debt through bond issuance, delve deeper into negotiated and competitive sales, and underappreciated and overemphasized credit risks by rating agencies. player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Municipal Market Trends with Andrew Kim

In episode 4 our guest is Andrew Kim who is a Director at PTMA Financial. We discuss financing state and local debt through bond issuance, delve deeper in to negotiated and competitive sales,...

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In episode 3 of Public Money Pod, we interview Mark McAvoy, city administrator of Liberty Lake, Washington; a young city but old problems persist. player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Rethinking budgeting - budgeting and planning using the "Readiness...

In episode 3 of Public Money Pod, we interview Mark McAvoy, city administrator of Liberty Lake, Washington. A young city but old problems persist. In the interview we discuss how Liberty Lake...

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In our second episode of season 4, we're in DC for the at the GFOA conference. We discuss topics in cyber risk in state and local governments and effects on the muni bond market. We are here with our guest David Erdman. player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Cyber Risk in State and Local goverments with David Erdman

In our second episode of season 4, we're in DC for the at the GFOA conference. We discuss topics in cyber risk in state and local governments and effects on the muni bond market. We are here...

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In our season 4 premier, we're in DC for the at the GFOA conference. In this episode we discuss challenges and opportunities around performance budgeting, cost allocation, getting buy-in for some of the challenging issues. player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Rethinking Budgeting - Getting Everyone on the Bus for Budget Reform

In our season 4 premier, we're in DC for the at the GFOA conference. In this episode we discuss challenges and opportunities around performance budgeting, cost allocation, getting buy-in for...

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In our Season 3 finale, we’re talking with Massachusetts Treasurer Deborah Goldberg about economic mobility, financial education, and of course, her best unclaimed property stories! Listen here: player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Economic Mobility in the Bay State, with Massachusetts Treasurer...

In our Season 3 finale, we're speaking with Massachusetts Treasurer Deborah Goldberg. We asked Treasurer Goldberg about some of her state's programs to address economic mobility, including the...

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On this week's episode, we're talking to Wharton Professor Ben Keys all about housing and insurance markets, and how extreme weather is affecting state and local policy. Listen here: player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Insurance Markets, Housing Policy, and the Role of Climate Risk, with...

This week, we're joined by Ben Keys, Professor of Real Estate and Finance at the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania (and former faculty at the University of Chicago...

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This week, we welcome Jennifer Johnston back to the pod to talk about muni market volatility, including what affects behavior, how current volatility stacks up historically, and the role of tech in servicing funds. Listen here: player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Navigating Muni Market Volatility, with Jennifer Johnston

This week, we welcome back Jennifer Johnston, Senior Vice President and Director of Municipal Bond Research at Franklin Templeton. We wanted to get a sense for the causes and conditions behind...

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How will tariffs affect the muni market? What sectors are most impacted by stagflation? Join us on this week's episode as we talk tariffs and trade with David Dubrow. Listen here: player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Tariffs and Their Impact on Municipal Finance, with David Dubrow

This week, we're joined by David Dubrow, Partner at ArentFox Schiff. With the uncertainty surrounding tariffs in recent weeks, how should issuers prepare for contingencies, and what effects...

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When people are better equipped to save and work, cities' financial health can be strengthened. Angela Rollins joins us this week to discuss how financial empowerment has been successful in Rochester, NY. Listen here: player.captivate.fm/episode/…

Translating Financial Empowerment to City Fiscal Health, with Angela...

This week, we're speaking with Angela Rollins, Director of Financial Empowerment for the City of Rochester, NY. As someone who is working at the intersection of personal finance and public...

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How should we think about climate change and the financial risks it poses? What are we getting wrong? Join us in our conversation this week with Spencer Glendon about adapting our mindset to today's challenges. Listen here: player.captivate.fm/episode/…

(Mis)Understanding Climate Risk and Financial Risk, with Spencer...

Climate change is a reality of our world, but are we thinking effectively about addressing our challenges? To find out, we sat down with Spencer Glendon, Founder of Probable Futures. We asked...

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