Podcasts about State treasurer

I'm willing to bet that most Oregonians don't know who our State Treasurer is, much less what the State Treasury does.But we should.  The office of State Treasurer, currently Elizabeth Steiner by the way, is a powerful position, and invests a huge amount of public money.How that money is invested matters, and it really matters that our public dollars and pension funds are deeply invested in the fossil fuel industry.The statewide coalition Divest Oregon has been calling out the treasury's dirty investments for several years now, and they've also put out policy proposals, research, and legislation to shift our investments to help foster a clean energy economy.I'm delighted to talk with two of their members today about the work they do, how it affects all Oregonians, and how to help.As always, Coast Range Radio is free on all podcast apps, which is a great way to share this episode. My email is coastrangeradio@gmail.com, let me know what you think of the show!Show Notes:https://www.divestoregon.org/The-Pause-Act--2025https://www.divestoregon.org/2025-climate-risk-reviewhttps://www.green529.org/https://www.instagram.com/coastrangeradio/

On this episode, North Carolina State Treasurer Brad Briner '99 shares about his new role managing the state's financial assets. He offers insights into how North Carolina's financial processes compare to other states; the importance of strategizing long-term fiscal stewardship; and his leadership approach for the department's 400-person team. The conversation, hosted by Stella Smolowitz '26, also explores his take on healthcare spending and what went into choosing the coverage plan for over 750,000 state employees. Brad assumed office in January 2025.The alumnus also discusses how his experiences as a Morehead-Cain Scholar led him to his career in finance and public service, and how young people can make an impact in both the private and public sectors. Music creditsThe episode's intro song is by scholar Scott Hallyburton '22, guitarist of the band South of the Soul. How to listenOn your mobile device, you can listen and subscribe to Catalyze on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. For any other podcast app, you can find the show using ourRSS feed. You can let us know what you thought of the episode by finding us on social media @moreheadcain or you can email us at communications@moreheadcain.org.   

Vermont ViewpointWDEVMay 13, 2025 Guest Host Jon Murad 9:00 to 10:00Governor Jim Douglas Secretary of State to State Treasurer have the roles changed? Middlebury College is embroiled in a lawsuit stemming from its decision to remove the name of former Vermont Governor John Mead from its chapel. Updates on the lawsuit and public reaction How changes in Washington are affecting Vermont. Vermont's relationship with Quebec: how does ongoing "51st state" rhetoric affect that?Funding and tariffsCheck and balance in the United States 10:00 to 10:30Tucker JonesAssistant General Counsel of Department of Public Safety
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This afternoon on the Jon Sanchez Show at 3pm, we'll be joined by the Nevada State Treasurer, Zach Conine.  We'll be discussing yesterday's Economic Forum report which is predicting a $173 million decline in the state's revenue due to tariffs, his opinion on the Nevada housing market, how he's managing the PERS portfolio and the state's finances in these turbulent times.

On this Happy Hour, Michael and Anna reconnect with their east coast roots by welcoming Congressman Seth Magaziner of Rhode Island onto the show and make Dark N Stormys in his honor...at 10 in the morning! He joins with his hometown 'Gansett Lager (Narragansett Brewery) to discuss his new bipartisan bill to limit Congressional Stock Trading (duh, no brainer!) as well as discussing his background as State Treasurer, his education and climate initiatives he's working on and of course, Block Island fan girl Anna talks all things-island like their first-of-its-kind off shore wind farm that looks to be a model for the rest of the country. You don't want to miss this eppisode!

Today's guest on The Clint Peek Show is Kimberly Yee, the State Treasurer of Arizona. She is Arizona's chief banking and investment officer who oversees the cash management of Arizona's $64.7 billion state budget and payments to agencies, local governments, and schools. Treasurer Yee is also the Administrator of the AZ529 Education Savings Plan and serves as an advocate for financial literacy in Arizona.

Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Representative Nathan Ballentine, to talk about updates on the legislative session, his years of public service, how he got into politics, and his extraordinary flag football expertise. Hear what voters really care about, the divide between public service and voter interaction, higher education's budget, charter schools, and efforts to address autism in our population. The Senators break down current events in their popular segment, Bourbon Briefs, and discuss the continuing controversy at the State Treasurer's office, frozen college tuition, national criticism of our State's BMW operation, a casino proposition in Orangeburg County, and so much more!Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand the rationale behind some of the legislature's most controversial bills. Join Senators Sheheen and Lourie in this week's episode where they take a deeper look at upcoming legislation and lawmakers' actions in S.C.   Support the showKeep up to Date with BITBR: Twitter.com/BITBRpodcastFacebook.com/BITBRpodcasthttps://bourboninthebackroom.buzzsprout.com

Missouri State Treasurer Vivek Malek joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss Missouri's use of federal ARPA dollars, divesting from China, and ABLE to save month. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

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Throughout the past three or four years of government discussion but little action on the housing shortage and the rental crisis, the people who provide the homes that people rent in Australia have never been part of the discussion.   Many of our state and territory governments have held inquiries, summits and other talkfests inviting many of the usual suspects but landlords have never been invited to the table.   In one state, at least, that has now changed. The new state government in Queensland is showing increasing signs of recognising that investor owners of residential properties are a core part of the solution to the chronic rental shortage crisis.   The organisation that represents investment property owners, the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (or PIPA) recently held a business breakfast seminar in Brisbane and State Treasurer David Janetski accepted an invitation to attend and answer questions.   That in itself was a step forward for investors but also for tenants who rely on investors to provide rental homes – keeping in mind that well over 90% of all homes rented in Australia are provided by mum-and-dad investors, with government and big business providing very little.   Janetski pointed out that he and his colleagues were instrumental in preventing the previous Labor Government from implementing the nation's most draconian and onerous land tax.   And having taken office as the new Queensland government had already abolished stamp duty for first home buyers building new homes.   He told the PIPA audience: “It's important for the state to recognise the contribution that the property industry makes.”   He undertook to connect PIPA with Housing Minister Sam O'Connor to hear the industry's concerns about the imbalance between the rights of tenants and the rights of the property owners.   Janetski also pointed out that the new Government had reinstated the Property Consultative Committee, which had been axed by the previous government.    He said: “We are listening” and commented that the language from the previous government about investors and property managers was disrespectful.   PIPA president Nicola McDougall said: “That's all we are asking for – a seat at the table.”   During the event's Q & A, I pointed out to the State Treasurer that the average cost of the new house and land package was now approaching $1 million and over 40% of that was taxes fees and charges at the three levels of government. I asked what could be done about that.   He said he understood the concerns but he also had to balance the budget, against a background of a blowout in the cost of infrastructure projects, smaller GST revenue and reduced coal royalties.    The inference is that, while sympathetic, the Queensland Government is unlikely to take any major measures to relieve the tax burdens that are preventing the housing industry from fixing the housing crisis.   But I would ask the Queensland Treasurer to consider this: what would happen if Queensland was the only state to eliminate a major chunk of the taxation component of building new homes? What if building a new home became $200,000 cheaper in Queensland than everywhere else?   What would that do to the state economy and to the Queensland State Budget? And what would it do to home ownership in the Sunshine State?  

Send us a textOn this week's podcast, we're thrilled to announce that DECAL's own Workforce Supports Supervisor Angela Shelton has been accepted into the 2025 cohort of the National Association of State Leaders in Early Education (NASLEE) Leadership Academy. This prestigious 12-month executive leadership program is specifically designed for state early education administrators. Angela joins us to talk about this great honor. Then, Bethany Whetzel, Treasury Program Director with the Georgia Office of the State Treasurer, will provide details on this year's Pre-K to College Sweepstakes!Support the show

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider  One legislative bill we never dug into on Inside Sources dealt with gold and silver. House Bill 306 -- sponsored by Rep. Ken Ivory -- would allow the state of Utah to pay vendors in actual gold or silver. It instructs the State Treasurer's office to do several things relating to this change, so we wanted to dig into that more. Utah State Treasurer Marlo Oaks joins Inside Sources to share his thoughts. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider  Drama between DOJ, President Trump, and federal judge continues  The drama continues this afternoon between the Department of Justice and President Trump, and a U.S. District judge requesting information about deportation flights. You'll recall that the president called for that judge's impeachment, but the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court refuses to even go down that path. Today, the Justice Department chastised the judge’s demand for more information. We begin Inside Sources with a discussion on the latest developments.    National Democrats holding town halls in Republican districts  Recent Congressional Republican town halls have been quite lively and loud, with protestors and angry constituents voicing frustrations over several things President Trump and Congress are doing. It's prompted urging from Congressional GOP leaders to stop holding town halls for a while. Now, Democrats see this as an opportunity to swoop in and make headway in these conservative districts.    Explicit bans on segregated facilities removed from federal contracts  More effects of President Trump's push to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the federal government today. Now, contractors who work with the government are no longer explicitly prohibited from having segregated restaurants, waiting rooms, and drinking fountains. Is this a big deal or a complete nonissue? The Inside Sources hosts break it down.    Washington D.C. facing budget issues due to Congress  With all the talk of the federal budget the past few weeks, there's one piece missing... and you may not have even noticed it: Washington D.C. They actually need Congress to approve their budget, and the GOP spending bill that passed last week will require the city to cut $1 Billion of the budget... in the middle of the fiscal year. Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan discuss the uniqueness of D.C.’s relationship with the rest of the country.    Pres. Trump, Pres. Zelenskyy hold talks following explosive conversation last month  Following the explosive meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in February, there was a lot of hesitation and worry about the future of a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia. But following today's call between the two -- as well as yesterday's conversation between Trump and Russian President Putin -- things are looking a bit better. The Inside Sources hosts describe how they’re feeling better about the situation.    On the Hill 2025: Legislation on the Great Salt Lake – what passed and what failed?  A pink-colored payphone is popping up around Salt Lake City, allowing people to hear memories of the Great Salt Lake and share their own stories and memories too. The "Great Salt Lake Hopeline" is a public art project designed to bring additional awareness to preservation efforts for the lake. Awareness is great, but what about action? Inside Sources discusses some of the recent legislation regarding the Great Salt Lake.    On the Hill 2025: State may pay vendors in silver and gold  One legislative bill we never dug into on Inside Sources dealt with gold and silver. House Bill 306 -- sponsored by Rep. Ken Ivory -- would allow the state of Utah to pay vendors in actual gold or silver. It instructs the State Treasurer's office to do several things relating to this change, so we wanted to dig into that more. Utah State Treasurer Marlo Oaks joins Inside Sources to share his thoughts.    Additional files released relating to JFK’s assassination  Did Lee Harvey Oswald actually shoot and kill President John F. Kennedy? Was the CIA involved? Was it the Soviets? Or was it really aliens? Conspiracies surrounding the former president's death have percolated for more than 60 years. Now, the government is releasing thousands of documents about the assassination – documents which have never been seen by the American public.   

Royalty owners bill clears committee, heads to House floor; Utility investment bill clears Senate; UACCM to host Workforce Summit Friday; State Treasurer heading up effort to find lost savings bonds; Pottsville superintendent retires, assistant is promoted; Farm Bureau's 'Arkansas Farm Trail' to include local-area ranches; Morrilton basketball senior boys make final preparations for state championship game; we talk with Preston Hurst of the Perryville Parks and Rec department.

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs joins John Williams to talk about his Op-ed in the Daily Herald that suggests that tariffs are a tax attack on American workers.

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs joins John Williams to talk about his Op-ed in the Daily Herald that suggests that tariffs are a tax attack on American workers.

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs joins John Williams to talk about his Op-ed in the Daily Herald that suggests that tariffs are a tax attack on American workers.

Local governments fear that Senate Bill 1, the property tax relief bill, would lead to a large loss of funding and force them to either raise local taxes or cut government programs and services. Indiana State Treasurer Daniel Elliott joins to discuss a possible solution that would satisfy everyone's needs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon Conway's interview with Iowa State Treasurer Roby Smith during Friday's second hour.

On this week's episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss President Trump's expansion plans, the plans of the State Treasurer's office, the role of the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy and Gov. Morrisey's plans for the state.

Erik Russell, State Treasurer talks with Brian Shactman about Fiscal guardrails (where the discussion stands; why they are important; bringing the opposing sides together) Unclaimed Property Day coming up on February 1 (what is unclaimed property? People should check CTBigList.gov often; we're making lots of improvements to the efficiency of the system) CT Baby Bonds (we're working on making Baby Bonds impactful for these kids' entire lives; building community resources and a team of Ambassadors) New presidential administration (how that might affect Connecticut's finances and the overall financial markets)

Host Austin Jenkins talks taxes with House Finance Chair April Berg and Ranking Republican Ed Orcutt. Plus, the state's fiscal health with State Treasurer Mike Pelicciotti.

Making Cents of Money is proud to partner with the Office of the State Treasurer in its latest episode. Treasurer Michael Frerichs shared that 1 in 4 Illinoisans have unclaimed property waiting for them. Want to learn more? Tune in to learn more: link to podcast. Show Notes: Making Cents of Money: Ep. 11 – Saving for College with a 529 Savings Plan https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/2145536872 *I-Cash website: https://icash.illinoistreasurer.gov/

SC State Treasurer Under Scrutiny with Tara and Lee full 668 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:09:05 +0000 uyRlRveBBUWAsjMROW7scyBMj9sHET1H news The Tara Show news SC State Treasurer Under Scrutiny with Tara and Lee Tara presides over the Upstate's #1 all news/talk morning show every weekday on News/Talk 989 WORD.Tara's faithful listeners are affectionately known as "Tara-ists" because of their passion and participation in the show. Tara was named 2021 Best News Talk Show and Best overall Personality, AGAIN, by the South Carolina Broadcasters Association! Tara took home the same honors in 2018 and was also named 2016 "Personality of the Year!" In addition, Tara has also won over two dozen state and national journalism awards for column writing, news reporting and investigative reporting while working for three newspapers and writing for a variety of national publications. She won a first place reporting award from the North Carolina Press Association for an investigative series about the weaknesses in Charlotte's overburdened court system, which regularly let murderers off the hook with less than 15 years in prison. Due to her work, that system has been reformed. Tara is also a winner of the prestigious first place Green Eyeshade Award, a national award for column writing from The Society of Professional Journalists. Tara took to the airwaves about 15 years ago to do a radio show heard up and down the coast and fell in love with bypassing her editors to talk straight to the people. Tara hasn't stopped reporting, and still brings her investigative journalism to the show. Tara is a mom, wife and talk radio convert-- and weekday mornings she's live and local on News/Talk 989 WORD. Are you a "Tara-ist"? It's time to get captured!      2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2

Hour 2: The Tara Show - “SC State Treasurer Under Scrutiny with Tara and Lee” “Unchecked Abuse of Power” “The Definition of Freedom According to the Left” “The Idiocy of the Libs in LA” full 1911 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:10:59 +0000 ogCu0B9c5rJyveuD39aiKy4MNbvai8yO news The Tara Show news Hour 2: The Tara Show - “SC State Treasurer Under Scrutiny with Tara and Lee” “Unchecked Abuse of Power” “The Definition of Freedom According to the Left” “The Idiocy of the Libs in LA” Tara presides over the Upstate's #1 all news/talk morning show every weekday on News/Talk 989 WORD.Tara's faithful listeners are affectionately known as "Tara-ists" because of their passion and participation in the show. Tara was named 2021 Best News Talk Show and Best overall Personality, AGAIN, by the South Carolina Broadcasters Association! Tara took home the same honors in 2018 and was also named 2016 "Personality of the Year!" In addition, Tara has also won over two dozen state and national journalism awards for column writing, news reporting and investigative reporting while working for three newspapers and writing for a variety of national publications. She won a first place reporting award from the North Carolina Press Association for an investigative series about the weaknesses in Charlotte's overburdened court system, which regularly let murderers off the hook with less than 15 years in prison. Due to her work, that system has been reformed. Tara is also a winner of the prestigious first place Green Eyeshade Award, a national award for column writing from The Society of Professional Journalists. Tara took to the airwaves about 15 years ago to do a radio show heard up and down the coast and fell in love with bypassing her editors to talk straight to the people. Tara hasn't stopped reporting, and still brings her investigative journalism to the show. Tara is a mom, wife and talk radio convert-- and weekday mornings she's live and local on News/Talk 989 WORD. Are you a "Tara-ist"? It's time to get captured!      2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%

Doug is honored to have Nebraska State Treasurer Tom Briese on the show to talk about the incredible new website that the state launched last week that opens up the States Checkbook and shows all financial transactions down to the penny and who the money went to. Doug also shares a clip of NextEra Energy/Panama Energy getting called out for contributing to two Lancaster County Commissioner races. https://https://statespending.nebraska.gov

Sean and Shane discuss Shane’s unexpected path to flying in Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron One. Shane Recounts the harrowing Hainan Island Incident in April 2001, where his EP-3E Aries reconnaissance aircraft was downed by a Chinese aircraft, before he and his 23 crew members were detained and interrogated by the Chinese for 12 days. Shane Osborn is a former Naval Aviator who was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross following the Hainan Island Incident and later served as the State Treasurer of Nebraska. Buckle up Follow Sean on Instagram - @officialseanparnell Follow Sean on Twitter - @SeanParnellUSA Get your Battleground apparel at www.officialseanparnell.comSupport the show: https://officialseanparnell.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textIt's never too early to be thinking about your child's college education…even for our youngest learners, ages birth to five.  Now four lucky children in Georgia are getting an early start on their college savings plan thanks to Path2College 529 Plan and the We Care Child Care Sweepstakes. Joining us this week is Bethany Whetzel, Treasury Program Director with the Georgia Office of State Treasurer. Support the show

What does it take to lead with purpose and create meaningful impact in your community? Is it resilience, creativity, or perhaps the ability to connect with others in unexpected ways?In the latest episode of Outside Insights, I sat down with Colleen Davis, Delaware's State Treasurer, to uncover her journey from a small-town childhood to managing billions in state investments. Colleen's path is anything but conventional—spanning neurosurgery, finance, and public service—and it's packed with lessons on leadership, resilience, and the power of building connections.I encourage you to listen to the podcast during your next workout, commute, or downtime to explore these key takeaways:1. The Power of ResilienceGrowing up as one of eight children in a family that faced financial hardship, Colleen learned early on how to rebuild from the ground up. Those experiences instilled a boldness and adaptability that have shaped her approach to life and leadership."You can lose everything materially and still rebuild—you just need the right people and mindset around you." Her story is a reminder that setbacks don't define you—your response to them does.2. Leadership Rooted in ConnectionAs State Treasurer, Colleen oversees $11.2 billion in investments and serves on 33 boards, all while championing innovative programs like Delaware Earns, a retirement savings plan for workers without employer-sponsored options. But what sets her apart is her ability to connect people and solve problems through relationships. "Sometimes, the most impactful solutions come from simply knowing who to call and bringing the right people together."Her approach highlights how collaboration and creativity can lead to impactful outcomes.3. Breaking Barriers to Build BridgesIn high school, Colleen took on a leadership role early, petitioning to create her school's first girls' soccer team—a move that not only changed her trajectory but also inspired others."You can do anything boys can do, but sometimes, you just have to do it wearing a shirt." This spirit of determination and advocacy remains a central theme in her career.4. The Importance of Financial InnovationColleen shared insights into her role as a steward of public funds and her efforts to create long-term financial security for Delaware residents. Her team's work on Delaware Earns exemplifies innovation in public service—offering small businesses a free, easy-to-implement retirement savings option for employees."It's about making sure everyone has the tools they need to prepare for the future, no matter where they start." 5. Lessons in Vulnerability and GrowthFrom navigating personal challenges to running for public office, Colleen's story underscores the value of embracing vulnerability and learning from every experience."No experience is wasted, even if it ends in failure—there's always a lesson to take forward." Her career path reminds us that success isn't always linear, but persistence and adaptability make all the difference.

Simon Conway's interview with Iowa State Treasurer Roby Smith during Thursday's second hour.

Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee has a few tips if you still have some holiday shopping to do. 

3AW host Mark Allen has outlined what stood out to him when reflecting on Tim Pallas' tenure as state treasurer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Sprague discusses Trump's latest cabinet picks as well as his interest in the open Senate seat or Governor in "26

In this episode of "In Black & White," Pastor James D. Gailliard welcomes North Carolina candidate for State Treasurer, Wesley Harris. They delve into Wesley's vision for the financial health of North Carolina, discussing critical issues like state investments, managing public pensions, and transparency in budgeting. Wesley shares his approach to ensuring that taxpayer dollars are used effectively to benefit all North Carolinians, emphasizing the importance of fiscal responsibility and long-term economic planning.Whether you're curious about the state's financial future or interested in how the Treasurer's office impacts communities, this episode provides an insightful look into the role and why Wesley Harris believes he's the right person for the job.*This interview was recorded September 2024*#Election2024 #Interview #VoteSupport the showThank you for listening to this podcast! Follow Pastor James D. Gailliard on all social media @jdgailliard and get connected with Word Tabernacle Church by going to https://wordtab.net/ #EveryoneThriving

Kimberly Yee joins the show.

In today's episode, NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan speaks with Oregon State Treasurer and Democratic nominee for Secretary of State Tobias Read. Read, who joined NewDEAL as a state representative in 2011, has become a national leader on championing solutions to make college, retirement, and everyday life more affordable. He talks about his decision to run for Secretary of State with the office's focus on running elections and holding the state government accountable. The conversation also delves into what's at stake in this year's elections, touching on his experience running against an election denier, Oregon's ballot initiative on ranked-choice voting, and the pivotal race in the 5th Congressional District, featuring fellow NewDEALer Janelle Bynum. In addition, Read shares his strategies for energizing voters about down-ballot races and highlights Oregon's leadership role as the first state in the country to move to mail-in elections. Tune in to learn what inspires State Treasurer Read to serve his state. IN THIS EPISODE: • [01:04] Oregon State Treasurer Tobias Read: An introduction to his career focus. • [02:35] His experience running for Secretary of State in Oregon and what he hopes to bring to the role. • [05:03] What he is focused on as a candidate running against an election denier. • [09:15] How Oregon is ensuring that everyone who is eligible to vote is registered. • [13:01] The financial and performance auditing power of Oregon State's legislature. • [14:53] Restoring people's faith in government by prioritizing transparency and agility. • [18:26] State Treasurer Read's motivation to succeed at democratic leadership in Oregon. • [19:33] His action plan should he be elected into the role of Secretary and insights into the Albina race. • [22:00] Why it is too early to determine any information from the ongoing election. • [23:29] Treasurer Read's thoughts on the implementation of rank-choice voting in Oregon. • [26:59] His original motivations to enter public service and how he has built his experience.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about fake claims on Medicare statements, Elon Musk impersonators, and a scam involving a local police department. He also shares details about student loan scams and a check you might be receiving in the mail.

This week's episode of the SEANC View Podcast focuses primarily on the State Treasurer's race, which is one of the most important to state employees and retirees. SEANC sponsored a debate between the candidates seeking to replace Dale Folwell — Brad Briner and EMPAC-endorsed Rep. Wesley Harris — in conjunction with the Institute of Political Leadership, which aired on Sunday on Spectrum News. In the debate, Briner, a personal investment manager, repeated a false claim that the pension system costs 16% of the overall state budget, which is more than three times what it actually costs. Executive Director Ardis Watkins points out in this episode that this inaccuracy makes it seem like our retirees are a huge burden to the state, which is untrue. Briner even said the pension system is "crowding out so many other priorities of the state." We also discuss the ongoing Hurricane Helene relief and recovery effort, highlighting the amazing work of state employees and our favorite fall traditions. 

Pennsylvania's state treasurer manages the sixth largest economy in the U.S — and a few other things. Next up in Your City Defined.

Business Woman And Decorated Veteran Stacy Garrity talks to Dawn about her run for State Treasurer

WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs to discuss the National Association of State Treasurers conference that was held in Chicago, improving financial literacy & more!

On this week's episode, hosts Jonathan Owens and Ardis Watkins are joined by Suzanne Beasley and Sam Cline to discuss recent political developments and public education funding in North Carolina. The team recaps their experiences at the SEANC Convention, highlighting the bustling nature of the event and their inability to record podcasts amidst the chaos. They also delve into the recent legislative session, focusing on the passage of the school voucher bill and its implications for public education and state employees. In addition, the podcast covers exciting news from Congress, including a roundtable led by Sen. Bernie Sanders on prescription drug costs, featuring State Treasurer Dale Folwell. The discussion explores the high costs of drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, and the ongoing efforts to address these issues. The episode also features insights into the upcoming elections, with speeches from endorsed candidates such as Rep. Wesley Harris, Attorney General Josh Stein, and US Rep. Jeff Jackson. The hosts reflect on the impact of these candidates and the importance of getting involved in the political process.

In this episode, we learn about 529 savings plans, we talk with Oregon State Treasurer Tobis Read, and how would you like to be a submarine chef?

In this episode of Hometown Holler, Quinn and Daniel sit down with Representative Wesley Harris, candidate for North Carolina State Treasurer. They delve into the responsibilities of the State Treasurer, the issues surrounding the underperformance of the state employees' pension, and explore Wesley's strategies for improving its performance. Tune in to get an insider's perspective on the financial future of North Carolina. Learn more about Wesley at https://harrisfornc.com/ Join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/thehometownholler. As a Patreon supporter, you help us build a better North Carolina, one conversation at a time. Connect with the Holler on social media @thehometownholler or by visiting our website www.thehometownholler.com

As the election grows closer, we're talking to candidates for key downballot races in the coming weeks on the WUNC Politics Podcast as part of our Down The Ballot series. You can also read more about the candidates in the weekly WUNC Politics Newsletter.First up in the series: the race for state treasurer. Two-term State Treasurer Dale Folwell's decision to step down will mean a fresh face in an important financial role for state employees, and both Republican Brad Briner and Democratic candidate Wesley Harris are calling for big changes in how the state runs its pension fund for retired employees. Both candidates also see looming challenges for state employee healthcare and for local government finances overseen by the treasurer's office.Sign up for our free, weekly WUNC Politics Newsletter here.

In this segment of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Marc Cox first discusses his voter guide and endorsements before welcoming Missouri gubernatorial candidate Bill Eigel in the second segment. They delve into the dynamics of the Missouri governor race, including Donald Trump's endorsements, criticisms of Mike Kehoe and other candidates, and Eigel's plans to eliminate personal property and income taxes. Eigel also discusses the influence of special interests in Jefferson City and his vision for disrupting the political status quo. The hour wraps up with "In Other News" featuring Kim St. Onge.