The “one big, beautiful bill” promises to help working Americans – but does it deliver? While Republicans celebrate no tax on tips with flashy Instagram ads, the reality for service workers is far more complicated.
On this episode of Cornhole Champions, Zachary Oren Smith and Amie Rivers break down the actual impact of the no tax on tips policy.
Toss some bags at “no” tax on tips… merit pay for teachers… a Sioux City special election next week… and a new candidate taking on US Rep. Ashley Hinson.
Cornhole Champions is a weekly podcast powered by Iowa Starting Line with music by Avery Mossman and show art by Desirée Tapia. We are a proud member of the Iowa Writers Collaborative.
*SHOW RUNDOWN:*
00:30 – Republicans’ “Bump It” Style Tax Ad
02:30 – No Tax on Tips: The $25,000 Limit Nobody Mentions
04:30 – Why Service Workers Still Pay Payroll Taxes
06:00 – GOP Rep’s Embarrassing 10% Tip Goes Viral
08:00 – What Actually Helps Service Workers (Hint: Not Tax Gimmicks)
10:30 – Iowa DOGE Wants Performance Pay for Teachers
12:00 – Why Merit Pay Punishes Students Who Need Help Most
15:00 – The Business Model That’s Killing Public Education
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