In the latest episode of my Earmark Podcast, I sit down with Scott Hodge, president emeritus and senior policy advisor at the Tax Foundation, to discuss his new book, "Taxocracy," and dive deep into how taxes impact our daily lives and the broader economy.

Key highlights from our conversation:

• The unintended consequences of tax policies, from healthcare to housing

• Why consumption-based taxes may be preferable to income-based taxes

• The potential economic impacts of proposed tariffs and corporate tax changes

• Fascinating historical examples of how people have creatively avoided taxes

• The challenges and possibilities for meaningful tax reform in the US.

Scott also shares his insights on creating a more straightforward, transparent, and economically neutral tax system.

Whether you're a tax professional, business owner, or just someone interested in how taxes shape our world, this episode offers valuable perspectives on one of the most impactful areas of public policy.

Listen here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/5e49dd96