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Treasury Talk Podcast
Welcome to Treasury Talk, a podcast for Michigan taxpayers hosted by State Treasurer, Rachael Eubanks. Our trending topics with Subject Matter Experts will include cybersecurity, tax prep tips, education savings plans, the budget and our economy, and leadership best practices. Listen for take-aways that will support you, your family and your business!
Episodes
Treasury Talk PodcastTreasury Talk: Making Connections with Women in Public Finance
In this episode of Treasury Talk, State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks sits down with TeAnn Smith, Deputy Executive Director of the Michigan State Building…
Treasury Talk PodcastBack to School with the Michigan Department of Education
Join us for the latest episode of Treasury Talk, the official podcast of the Michigan Department of Treasury! In our October episode, Chief Deputy Treasurer…
Treasury Talk PodcastCommemorating America’s 250th with Michigan History Center
Join us for the latest episode of Treasury Talk, the official podcast of the Michigan Department of Treasury! In our September episode, Chief Deputy Treasurer…
Treasury Talk PodcastCurrency of Change
Join us on a very special edition of Treasury Talk, the official podcast of the Michigan Department of Treasury! In this episode, guest host Chief Deputy…
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The May Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference: Looking at the State’s Revenue Picture before a Final Budget
This month, Michigan State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks welcomes Eric Bussis, chief economist and director of the Office of Revenue and Tax Analysis in the…
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Empowering Financial Awareness During Financial Literacy Month
In this episode, State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks rounds out National Financial Literacy Month chatting with Dondreá Brown, founder and Executive Director of…
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Budgeting for Michigan’s Future: A Conversation with State Budget Director Jen Flood
Join State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and Michigan State Budget Director Jen Flood as they discuss Governor Whitmer’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget recommendation. In…
Treasury Talk PodcastFiling Made Simple - Navigating Michigan’s 2026 Individual Income Tax Season
Join State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Sarah Rusnell, Treasury's Outreach Manager, to discuss the 2026 filing season. Important topics include the…
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Leadership, Tax Policy, and National Impact: A Conversation with Chief Deputy Treasurer Lance Wilkinson
What do billion-dollar road funding shifts, a new marihuana tax, and leadership in national tax policy have in common? Michigan’s Treasury is at the center of…
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Unclaimed Property: A Friendly Rivalry to Reunite Lost Assets
Did you know you might have money waiting for you—and not even know it? In this episode, we’re joined by Terry Stanton to explore Michigan’s Unclaimed Property…
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City Tax: A Helping Hand for Local Communities and Taxpayers
Join State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Anne Cram, director of Treasury’s City Income Tax Bureau, for a conversation about how city income taxes…
Treasury Talk PodcastThe MIC: Infrastructure Strategies for Vibrant Communities
Join State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Ryan Laruwe, executive director of Treasury’s Michigan Infrastructure Council (MIC) as they discuss MIC's…
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Make Your BEST Tax Choices: Information for Taxpayers & Tax Pros
State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Outreach Manager Sarah Rusnell discuss the many free resources and educational benefits that MI Treasury offers…
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The CROWN Act: What It Means, How It Helps
Join MI State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guests, Ashley Kuykendoll and State Senator Sarah Anthony, for a special edition of the podcast to acknowledge…
Treasury Talk PodcastFinancial Empowerment for Michigan’s Teens
State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Delsa Chapman discuss a groundbreaking financial education program for Michigan's teens. Delsa is the deputy…
Treasury Talk PodcastBridging the Gap: Scholarships for MI Foster Youth
State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Flora Boles discuss Treasury’s Fostering Futures Scholarship Trust Fund and how the scholarship helps Michigan's…
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How to Find Your Missing Money
Old apartment security deposits, forgotten paychecks, insurance refunds sent to a previous address or inheritances from a distant relative -- you could have…
Treasury Talk PodcastTax Prep Tips for 2025
Deputy Public Information Officer Ron Leix and Communications Outreach Manager Sarah Rusnell discuss what Individual Income Tax AND Business Tax filers need to…
Treasury Talk PodcastDo You Need a Taxpayer Advocate?
State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Michigan's Taxpayer Advocate Robin Norton discuss taxpayers’ rights. Robin's official roles include her position…
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Your Career in Public Service
State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Kelly Frump, director of Human Resources at Michigan Department of Treasury, talk about hiring trends, interview…
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MI Schools & The Early Warning System
State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Jessica Thomas, director of Treasury’s Bureau of Local Government and School Services (BLGSS) discuss how the…
Treasury Talk PodcastMichigan Economic Snapshot 2024-25
Join Michigan's State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and returning guest, Chief Economist and Director of Treasury’s Office of Revenue and Tax Analysis Eric Bussis…
Treasury Talk PodcastSaving for College With a 529 Plan
Michigan's State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Megan Patino, deputy director of the Michigan Education Trust (MET), discuss the many benefits of…
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My Future, MiABLE: A Tax-free Savings Plan for Michiganders with Disabilities
Michigan's State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Scott DeVarona, MiABLE program director, discuss the benefits of the disability savings program…
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Leadership Best Practices
Listen to Michigan's State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Veteran and Chief Operations Officer Corey Grant as they discuss leadership best practices…
Treasury Talk PodcastMichigan: Strong & Stable in 2024
Join Michigan's State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and returning guest, Chief Economist and Director of Treasury’s Office of Revenue and Tax Analysis Eric Bussis…
Treasury Talk PodcastImproving MI Treasury for Taxpayers
Guest host and Deputy Public Information Officer Ron Leix converses with Pam Bennett, director of the Bureau of Lean Innovation and Improvement at the Michigan…
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Tax Prep Tips for 2024
Guest host and Deputy Public Information Officer Ron Leix with Treasury Outreach Manager for the Office of Operational Excellence Sarah Rusnell, discuss what…
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A Legacy of Leadership
Two Friends Talking: Join Chief Deputy Treasurer Jeff Guilfoyle (sitting in for Treasurer Rachael Eubanks) as he converses with his long-time colleague Glenn…
Treasury Talk PodcastNavigating Bonding & Credit Ratings in the Great Lakes State
Join host Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Alyson Hayden for a thought-provoking discussion on state bonds and credit ratings. Alyson is the director…
Treasury Talk PodcastThe "Make It in Michigan" BUDGET
Join host Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, State Budget Office Director Chris Harkins as they discuss how the FY24 budget will affect Michiganders. The…
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Inclusive Environments and Your Small Business
Join host MI State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Ashley Kuykendoll, director of Treasury’s Recruitment, Development, & Inclusion Division, to…
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No-Cost Benefits of a College Savings Plan and Your Small Business
Join host MI State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, MET Executive Director Diane Brewer to learn how your company can recruit & retain employees at NO…
Treasury Talk PodcastFinancial Empowerment for All Michiganders
April is Financial Literacy Month, and financial know-how is vitally important for Michigan's children, young adults, families, and senior citizens. In…
Treasury Talk PodcastThe Governor’s Proposed Budget and Your Small Business
Join host Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, State Budget Director Chris Harkins for insight designed to help small business owners guide and grow their…
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Michigan’s Economic Forecast and Your Small Business
Join Michigan's State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and her guest, Chief Economist and Director of Treasury’s Office of Revenue and Tax Analysis Eric Bussis, as…
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End-of-Year Tax Tips and Your Small Business
Michigan's State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks talks with Treasury's Scott Lonberger, director of the Tax Administration Services Bureau, on end-of-year tax…
Treasury Talk PodcastThe Veteran-Friendly Employer Program and Your Small Business
State of Michigan Treasurer Rachael Eubanks talks with Michigan Veteran Affairs Agency Director Zaneta Adams about the BIG small business benefits of becoming…
Treasury Talk PodcastCyberSecurity and Your Small Business
Join Michigan's State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks and Michigan Treasury’s Ryan McElhone to learn how to protect your business’s reputation and bottom line…