Scott Shepard

NH Insights

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Fact-based commentary and insights on New Hampshire people, policy, and politics — grounded, nonpartisan, and thoughtful. This podcast is produced using AI-assisted narration and visuals, based on research and scripts created by the host.

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Scott Shepard

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Why Demographics Matter More Than Your Tax Rate 07.02.2026 17:00

New Hampshire is obsessed with taxes, but our real threat is biology. With 31% of our population nearing retirement and a shrinking workforce pipeline, the "Silver Wave" is officially cresting. In this episode, we unpack the "Hidden Fiscal Loop": how a shortage of workers causes business tax revenue to dwindle, forcing the state to shift costs to cities and towns. The result? R...

NH Fiscal Stress Test (NH 155, HB 1629, HB 1546, and CACR 18) 28.01.2026 18:17

This episode summarizes a nonpartisan fiscal stress test of New Hampshire’s budget and proposed legislation, including HB 155, HB 1629, HB 1546, and CACR-18. Using official economic forecasts and existing legal constraints, the analysis models how potential recession scenarios and spending limits could affect state finances, Medicaid obligations, higher education funding, and local property taxes....