2 CPAs & The Mic
Welcome to "2 CPAs & The Mic," where we address the world of tax/accounting and business strategy without the jargon and stuffiness of the traditional CPA suits and jargon.
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S2E27 - Mission Critical Leadership: Communicating and Leading Under Pressure with Paul Wizikowski (opens the original)
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What do moon missions and business leadership have in common? More than you might think. In this episode of 2 CPAs & The Mic, we sit down with former NASA communications leader Paul Wizikowski to discuss crisis communication, leadership under pressure, and why silence is often the biggest mistake an organization can make. Drawing from real-world experience with NASA missions, including Artemis and Boeing's Starliner test flight, Paul shares practical strategies every leader can use to communicat
*RE-RELEASE* From Feeling to Follow-Through: Messaging That Delivers Results with Johnie Hampton (opens the original)
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Brand is far more than a logo—it's the feeling people carry with them. In this episode of 2 CPAs & The Mic, Johnie Hampton joins our hosts and breaks down the difference between brand and marketing. He gives an inside look at his team's collaborative creative process and explains why a humble, people‑first culture consistently outperforms even the best strategies. We also dig into AI as a true copilot—great for research and possibilities but still needing human craft and judgment. Johnie shares
S2E26 - More Than a Perk: Benefits That Drive Business Success with Jess Bass Bolander (opens the original)
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Employee benefits are no longer just a perk. They're a competitive advantage. Join us as we sit down with Jess Bass Bolander, Senior Vice President at Lockton, to explore how benefits impact culture, retention, profitability, and growth. From supporting a four-generation workforce to navigating mental health, flexible work arrangements, and rising benefit costs, Jess shares practical strategies business leaders can use to attract and retain top talent. You'll also learn why HR needs a seat at th
*RE-RELEASE* Building Lasting Connections Through Risk and Mentorship with Josh Juarez (opens the original)
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Josh Juarez joins Jeff Frable on the mic to share how a college side hustle became one of Tulsa's favorite summer traditions. He discusses his entrepreneurial journey, building snow cone shacks across Tulsa, and fostering a workplace culture that keeps teens returning each year. The conversation explores passing the leadership baton to family, and his latest venture, a year-round community hangout centered on food, coffee, and pickleball. Josh also reflects on risk, mentorship, and his mission t
S2E25 - Trump Accounts Explained: A New Path to Generational Wealth with Noah Parris (opens the original)
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In this episode of 2 CPAs & The Mic, we're joined by financial advisor Noah Parris to unpack the new Trump Accounts created by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Noah breaks down who qualifies, how the government-funded $1,000 contribution works, contribution limits, tax considerations, and how these accounts compare to traditional savings options like 529 plans. We also explore why starting early matters, how the power of compound growth can turn small contributions into substantial wealth over ti
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