The Public Money Pod

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

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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.

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In the first PMP episode for 2026 we talk to Erick Guerra about financing the road and highway infrastructure

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In the episode before thanksgiving we interview Mike Twitty, Pinellas County Property Appraiser.

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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.

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

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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.

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In the eighth episode of season 4 we talk to Ricky Hernandez about the implications of the Arizona school vouchers.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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:

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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: https://t.co/E7YuUifxt6

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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: https://t.co/GYsGFCLPvy

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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: https://t.co/Oeex0UXJcH

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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: https://t.co/uxshHIDXy5

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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: https://t.co/n6wWXYGp4j