American Bar Association Section of Taxation

People in Tax Podcast

The People in Tax Podcast features interviews exploring the stories and careers of ABA Tax Section members, government officials, and others who influence, work in, or study tax law and policy. Our goal is to build community and encourage the participation of individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives in the tax law profession.

Author

American Bar Association Section of Taxation

Category

Government

Podcast website

www.americanbar.org

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

S02E06: John Colvin 24.10.2019

In S02E06, James Creech and John Colvin discuss work on the Tax Section Committee on Government Submissions, the attractions of Tax Meetings, and taking a case to the U.S. Supreme Court.

S02E05: Caroline Bruckner 10.10.2019

In S02E05, James Creech and Caroline Bruckner discuss working on Capitol Hill, the tax code and women business owners, the need for data and practitioner perspectives to inform tax policy, and the social impact of tax policy.

S02E04: Andy Grewal 26.09.2019

In S02E04, James Creech and Andy Grewal discuss working in academia, disagreeing respectfully on social media, teaching tax law, and the shortfalls of the tax code.

S02E03: Alison Helland 12.09.2019

In S02E03, James Creech and Alison Helland discuss the atmosphere of involvement at Tax Section meetings, the practice of helping business owners with estate and succession planning, using Tax Section meetings to stay current, and the benefits of volunteering within the Section.

S02E02: Keith Fogg Part 2 29.08.2019

In S02E02, James Creech and Keith Fogg discuss the advantages of ABA Tax Section membership,the quality of Tax Section programming, taxpayer uptake of LITC services, and advice to young lawyers. (Part 2 of 2.)

S02E01: Keith Fogg Part 1 22.08.2019

In S02E01, James Creech and Keith Fogg discuss working in the IRS Chief Counsel office, transitioning to teaching, clinical law, and blogging. (Part 1 of 2.)

S01E06: Karen Hawkins Part 2 08.08.2019

In S01E06, James Creech and Karen Hawkins discuss working with Tax Court judges, building a practice through networking at Tax Section, and advice on how to take advantage of speaking opportunities. (Part 2 of 2.)

S01E05: Karen Hawkins Part 1 01.08.2019

In S01E05, James Creech and Karen Hawkins discuss the launch of the pro bono calendar call program, the first 6015(f) standalone case, and the legislative response. (Part 1 of 2.)

S01E04: Amy Spivey 18.07.2019

In S01E04, James Creech and Amy Spivey discuss attending a tax meeting for the first time, learning about pro bono work, running a low-income taxpayer clinic, cohosting a tax radio show, running calendar calls, and supporting the Tax Assistance Public Service endowment.

S01E03: Jonathan Strouse 08.07.2019

In S01E03, James Creech and Jonathan Strouse discuss the benefits of tax meetings, planning meeting panels, how young lawyers can get involved in panels, and the facets of good speaking. (Interview at the 2019 Midyear Tax Meeting, New Orleans, LA.)

S01E02: Valerie Vlasenko 27.06.2019

In S01E02, James Creech and Valerie Vlasenko discuss learning to speak at professional meetings, mentorship, pro bono work, and professional networking. (Interview at the 2019 Midyear Tax Meeting, New Orleans, LA.)

S01E01: Lany Villalobos 13.06.2019

In S01E01, James Creech and Lany Villalobos discuss the Christine Brunswick Fellowship, diversity, mentorship, and tax representation as social justice. (Interview at the 2019 Midyear Tax Meeting, New Orleans, LA.)

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