Death and Taxes

In this episode of Utah Ladies Let’s Chat, Leslie and Angie dive into the topic everyone loves to avoid: taxes. But stay with us—because understanding how taxes work isn’t just for accountants and politicians. It’s for anyone who’s ever looked at their paycheck and asked, “Wait, where did my money go?”

We break down how the U.S. tax system actually works (spoiler: it’s not as scary as it sounds), clear up common myths about tax brackets, and take a look at how current tax policy affects everyday families. Then we turn our focus to Project 2025 and the proposed two-bracket tax system—which might sound simple, but would actually mean higher taxes for middle- and lower-income families while handing even more breaks to the wealthy.

We connect it all back to our past episodes on the national budget and fascist playbook tactics, highlighting how economic policies are used to consolidate power and keep people struggling. And finally, we answer the question we get the most: What can women in Utah actually do about it?

This episode is a crash course in tax justice—with laughs, real-life numbers, and action steps you can take right now.