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Public Finance
California
Municipal Bonds
Local Government Budgeting
Budget Deficit
Climate Change
Transparency
Performance Budgeting
Ballot Initiatives
Housing Affordability
California's Revenue System
Illinois
Affordable Housing
Trust In Government
Ethics In Budgeting
Climate Risk
Commercial Real Estate
Data Transparency
Sustainability
Economic Development

Each year state and local governments spend $4 trillion dollars. Where does that money come from? Where does it go? Who manages it? And what do citizens and taxpayers have to show for it? In this podcast we explore the budgets, bonds, and bureaucrats at the heart of state and local public finance. The Public Money Pod is a production of the University of Chicago's Center for Municipal Finance. It ... more

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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 to make the property tax process much more transparent, es... more

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 topics such as the differences in IG's at local an d sta... more

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 Officer of NASPO, a non-profit dedicated to helping state gov... more

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, she served as the City’s Deputy Inspector General for Pu... more

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Episode: Climate Risk Assessment in the Muni Market, with Larry Lawrence and Phoebe Devries
David Schmiedicke
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Episode: Building Resilience in Local Government, with David Schmiedicke and William Jones
William Jones
City Administrator for Mequon, Wisconsin, Certified Public Finance Officer
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Episode: Building Resilience in Local Government, with David Schmiedicke and William Jones
John Gonzalez
Senior Manager of Communications at the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District
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Episode: Sewer Memes (Really!) and Communicating Effectively about Public Utilities, with John Gonzalez
Dr. Marguerite Roza
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Episode: The Local Power of Education Finance, with Marguerite Roza
Caitlin Lewis
Executive Director of Work for America
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Episode: Keeping Public Servants in Public Service, with Caitlin Lewis
Eric Schnurer
President of Public Works LLC
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Episode: Government Efficiency at the State and Local Level, with Eric Schnurer
Kevin Willens
Chief Financial Officer for the MTA
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Episode: The Playbook for Thriving Transit, with Kevin Willens

Hosts

Justin Marlowe
Co-host; expert in municipal finance and public budgeting.
Liz Farmer
Co-host; focuses on public finance and has contributed to various discussions on government finance issues.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • The Best Finance Podcast on The Stuff That Impacts Us Most

    I’m a finance professional and work in this space, and I recommend this podcast to everyone I know who cares how governments are funded, the constant pickles they are in finance-wise usually through no fault of their own, and what we can all do to help our communities. The cohosts are knowledgeable and, most importantly, VERY INTERESTING and ENJOYABLE. Those are in all caps because this topic may seem dry to some people, but thanks to the hosts, they make the important stuff covered here fun and... more

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    Rudes77
    United States3 years ago
  • taxation_without_representation

    Covers the important/mundane world of local budgets engagingly. Two great expert hosts. I listen every time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    taxation_wo_representation
    United States3 years ago
  • portillo_wonk

    Great pod. Lots of awesome content. Stuff that’s boring brought to life and made interesting.

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The Moving Parts of California's Budget, with Jennifer Johnston
Q: What is your assessment of how the state has approached its budget crisis so far?
Jennifer Johnston explains that California's approach has involved acknowledging its volatile revenue and utilizing reserves while also addressing expenditure cuts.
Investing in the Prairie State, with Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs
Q: Are there any legal barriers that would need to be remedied to open the local government investment pool to nonprofits?
Under current state statute, I'm not allowed to help nonprofits but can if the General Assembly grants that to me.
Investing in the Prairie State, with Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs
Q: How did you boost the enrollment of the college savings plan?
We prioritized reducing fees, hired a new management team, and focused on reaching families who were underrepresented in saving for education.
Investing in the Prairie State, with Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs
Q: What's the state's current financial position, strengths, opportunities? What are you looking at right now?
We're going in the right direction with balanced budgets and credit upgrades but still facing significant challenges like unfunded pension liabilities.
Rethinking Financial Reporting?
Q: How do financial reports need to change to be more effective?
Reports must become less complicated, focusing on key information that communicates financial health effectively.

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Focused on public finance, this series like explores the secrets behind the $4 trillion spent annually by state and local governments in the U.S. The discussions revolve around budgets, bonds, and bureaucratic processes, aiming to demystify the financial systems that citizens and taxpayers support. It features a variety of guests, from academics to government officials, who provide insights into topics such as climate risk, government efficiency, and local governance challenges. Unique elements include creative storytelling around often dry topics, making complex financial concepts accessible and engaging for a broad audience.

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