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People in Tax Podcast

Alexander Powell

Booking Overview

This is a professional interview show focused on tax law, policy, and the careers of practitioners, government officials, and academics. Agencies could credibly pitch experienced tax attorneys, tax administrators, legal educators, or specialists with relevant practice or policy expertise; booking difficulty is moderate, with a strong fit and substantive tax credentials more important than broad public recognition.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 89.0k followers

Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

taxlserve@americanbar.org

daniel.swenson@americanbar.org

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Host

Alexander Powell - Host of the People in Tax Podcast.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Substantial professional experience in tax law or policy, such as tax practice, government service, academic or clinical teaching, or specialized tax expertise.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership or specialist roles in tax practice or government, Academic or clinical teaching in tax law, Experience advising on or resolving tax disputes, Contributions to tax professional organizations

Recent Guest Discussions

Tony Tuths - Cryptocurrency And Digital Asset Taxation, IRS Guidance, Broker Reporting, And Tax Challenges Involving Tokenized Assets.

Shail Shah - Career Development In Tax, Professional Relationships, Tax Organizations, And The Potential Effect Of Artificial Intelligence On Tax Practice And Government.

Kathryn Meyer - A Career In Tax Law And Government, IRS Litigation And Taxpayer Services, Private Practice, And Support For Caregivers Handling Tax Matters.

Adam Abrahams - Career Paths In Tax Law, Mentorship, Writing, Professional Involvement, And The Role Of Artificial Intelligence In Legal Practice.

Bob Probasco - Teaching Tax Law, Clinical Work With Low-income Taxpayers, Career Transitions, And Service Through Bar Associations.

Recent Topics

Law, Tax Law, Tax Policy, Tax Controversy, Tax Administration

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
People in Tax Podcast
:

Interview with Nathan Richman

October 26, 2026

Nathan Richman, a senior legal reporter at Tax Notes Today Federal and a trained tax lawyer, discusses his unconventional path into journalism and his approach to covering tax administration, enforcement, litigation, and emerging legal developments. He emphasizes translating complex tax issues into clear, accessible language, building trust with sources while maintaining journalistic independence, and using creative storytelling to make technical topics relevant to a broad audience. Looking a...

Interview with Tony Tuths

October 16, 2026

Tony Tuths, a KPMG tax expert, discusses the evolution of cryptocurrency taxation, explaining how blockchain, tokenization, and smart contracts are transforming financial markets while creating complex tax challenges. He highlights key IRS guidance on digital assets, the new broker reporting requirements, and unresolved issues involving tokenized securities, AI-driven trading, and tracking cost basis across platforms. Tuths emphasizes that the most urgent priority is closing the digital asset...

Interview with Shail Shah

October 09, 2026

In this episode of the ABA Tax Section's People in Tax podcast, Shail Shah discusses his career path from federal transactional tax at EY to California state and local tax controversy, working in government at the Franchise Tax Board and in private practice at accounting and law firms. He emphasizes the importance of staying flexible, developing technical expertise, building professional relationships, and participating in tax organizations to support career growth. Looking ahead, he is parti...

Frequently asked questions

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People in Tax Podcast
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How do I get in touch with People in Tax Podcast?

People in Tax Podcast is hosted by Alexander Powell. Its publicly listed emails are taxlserve@americanbar.org and daniel.swenson@americanbar.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for People in Tax Podcast?

The publicly listed emails for People in Tax Podcast: taxlserve@americanbar.org and daniel.swenson@americanbar.org.

How many listeners does People in Tax Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates People in Tax Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for People in Tax Podcast?

People in Tax Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Substantial professional experience in tax law or policy, such as tax practice, government service, academic or clinical teaching, or specialized tax expertise. Common among recent guests: Leadership or specialist roles in tax practice or government; Academic or clinical teaching in tax law; Experience advising on or resolving tax disputes. Recent guests include Tony Tuths, Shail Shah, and Kathryn Meyer.

How hard is it to get booked on People in Tax Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does People in Tax Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Law, Tax Law, Tax Policy, Tax Controversy, and Tax Administration. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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Publicly listed emails

taxlserve@americanbar.org

daniel.swenson@americanbar.org

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