The Executor Help Podcast
David E. Edey
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This podcast is filled with advice, tips, and many real-life examples demonstrating what can go wrong (and what can go right), depending on whether or not families plan accordingly in advance, communicate clearly with one another, and are willing to put petty and selfish differences aside.
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The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How We Learn from Love and Loss
No one expects their dining room table to get stolen. And no one expects their loved one to die. Even when a person has been ill for a very long time, no one knows what it will be like to walk through the world without this other person. David has a conversation with Mary Frances O'Connor who took it upon herself to study grief from the perspective of what the brain is doing during grief, perhaps we could find the how, and that would help us understand the why.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit www.davidedey.com
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Mar 13, 2023
Confident and Prepared: "The Emotional Impact of Planning Your Legacy with a Will"(part 2)
David concludes his conversation with Tim Hewson, CEO of LegalWills. Learn how creating a will can reduce stress and anxiety.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit www.davidedey.com
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Mar 6, 2023
Why You Shouldn't Wait: The Benefits of Creating or updating a will now (part1)
Over 55% of Canadian and American adults do not have an estate plan which includes a will.
David has a conversation with Tim Hewson, CEO of LegalWills on the importance of planning for the future and why Getting a Will is Critical"
For David's book, other resources, and more visit www.davidedey.com
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Feb 20, 2023
Do dead men still snore?
In 2019, on the cusp of early retirement to their lush tropical estate in Belize, Tammy Tyree had it all.
Her true story of survival, epic love, loss, fate, and coincidence will challenge you to suspend what you believe about the boundaries of reality as you know them and forever change how you see the world.
On this episode Tammy Tyree Author of Dead men still snore: A woman's true story of love, loss, and channeling her husband's messages from the other side, shares her experiences in a conversation with David.
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Feb 6, 2023
Preplanning your own funeral: Does it make sense?
Preplanning your own funeral can provide peace of mind to you and your family, your executor.
David has a conversation with Minnelle Williams of the New Haven Family Funeral Centre. She says it lessens the burden on loved ones by having a plan in place while allowing you to put your final wishes into writing.
It also gives you time to think about how you want others to remember you. If that matters to you.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Jan 23, 2023
Why what happened to football player Damar Hamlin should make everyone think
On January 2, Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin had his life change forever. These are some of the thoughts I had while like the millions of others watched on in disbelief.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Jan 18, 2023
When Life Comes at Us Fast and Something Happens. Here's How to Get Ready
My guest Lynn Lambrecht creator of the LivingPlanner firmly believes that we all need to live life fully every day, love with all our heart, and always be prepared - because we don't know when our time here is finished.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Jan 2, 2023
The Conversation we've all been avoiding
In the Season 3 debut episode, I talk to Johanna J. Lunn of the When You Die Project. Death is the conversation that we all avoid. Johanna believes death awareness brings a happier end to a fuller life. For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Dec 13, 2022
I'm Planning my Retirement: Do I need an Estate Plan too?
My guest Joseph Curry believes true wealth is a combination of achieving financial freedom, spending time doing the things you love with the people you love, and having the ability to create opportunities for those that matter most. We both agree that starts with having family conversations.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Dec 1, 2022
The right way and wrong way to leave money to your children (Part 2)
This is part 2 of my conversation with Jeff Condon a nationally recognized estate planning expert.
Author of the bestseller Beyond the Grave. The right way and wrong way to leave money to your children.
In part 1 we talked about why families end up fighting about money, and how naïve parents can be to believe their family is different because they all get along.
At the end of the day do parents owe their children anything?
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Nov 8, 2022
Beyond the Grave (part 1)
No matter what your educational background, job history, employment status, economic level, ethnicity, or location, the problems, and conflicts that arise when money is involved or inheritance is divided are universal.
This was true 1,000 years ago, it is true now and it will be the case 1,000 years from now. David talks with estate planning expert Jeff Condon author of Beyond the Grave The right way and wrong way to leave money to your children. For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Nov 1, 2022
The Right Way & Wrong Way to Empty a House
As an executor, there are so many responsibilities to getting the estate settled.
Just clearing out a home is a daunting task on its own.
My guest expert today Heather Dawson from MaxSold is going to share today the right and wrong way to empty a house.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Oct 18, 2022
Restoring Inner Peace: A Young Widow's Story
How does a young widow restore her inner peace after a loss? David has a conversation with Author Allison Pilling ( R.I.P - Restoring Inner Peace A Young Widow's Story of Being Transformed by L.O.V.E.) about how she learned to overcome her greatest fear of being abandoned to create her empowered life. For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Oct 3, 2022
A Conversation with Author Steven Petrow of Stupid Things I won't Do When I Get Old
Like it or not we are getting older,
The only enemy we have when it comes to growing old with vigor, grace, and purpose is not believing we can.
In this episode, David talks with award-winning journalist Steven Petrow author of Stupid Things I won't Do When I Get Old
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Sep 23, 2022
An executor reveals what made her have to sit at side of road and sob
David talks with Deborah M. Buehler about her experiences being an executor of her mother's estate. Deborah also shares the challenges and obstacles she faced. And what made her have to sit at the side of the road to sob?
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Sep 13, 2022
How do you cope and move forward with your life when you lose your only child
What do you do when you lose your only child?
This is when you realize that everything has changed, and the way you thought the steps and stages of your life were going to go has suddenly been upended.
David has a conversation with Erin Davis she knows exactly how it feels and shares her thoughtful insights on this episode of Executor Help the podcast.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Aug 23, 2022
Writing a gratitude letter to family members to leave with a will, Why do it?
In this episode, David talks with author Lynette M. Smith to share how easy it is to write a meaningful letter of appreciation.
Too many people live out their lives never knowing the positive difference they’ve made to others.
Writing a gratitude letter to family members to leave with a will, Why do it?
Why should you write a gratitude letter while you are alive?
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Aug 12, 2022
The mistake Elvis made and creatives fail to do for their families
David talks with bestselling author M.L. Buchman. Creative types like authors, painters, and musicians often fail to think about will and estate planning. That's the reason Matt wrote Estate Planning for Authors to help creatives leave a legacy, not a legacy and a mess.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Jul 21, 2022
What Every Good Lawyer Wants You to Know
David talks with Lawyer Francine Tone author of What Every Good Lawyer Wants You to Know: An Insider’s Guide on How to Reduce Stress, Reduce Costs and Get the Most From Your Lawyer.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Jul 4, 2022
Everyone has a story.
David talks with Stacie-Lynne Graham author of Know Me 100 Years From Now: A Tool in Life, a Gift in Death, and a Legacy to Live On.
Everyone has a story, What's Yours? Have you ever given any thought to how you want to be remembered?
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Jun 28, 2022
How to make getting organized a priority.
David talks with Peter Coy, President of Prodigm Inc, and the developer ExecutorNotes. When Peter lost his brother, he suddenly realized how vulnerable we all are and unprepared. So he decided to create a solution to make it easier on his family and executor.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Jun 14, 2022
Bad things do happen to good people.
Life is short, and no one is immune from loss or tragedy. Even unexpected and tragic loss. Other people's actions can leave you picking up the pieces, years after they occur.
David talks with Gail Steeves author of Not My Own. She shares how to go on after tragedy and the importance of looking after your mental health.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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May 31, 2022
Conversations Matter - How to keep money from destroying your family
Having conversations that matter does make a difference in the survival of a family long-term. David talks about why they are so important for future generations.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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May 16, 2022
The Questions You'll Wish You Asked
When you've lost someone, do you ever wish you had more time to ask questions? My guest Melissa Pennel author of
The Questions You'll Wish You Asked series started journaling after a period of grief and loss.
This is why She began noting all the questions she wish she'd asked her family, and all the answers she want to leave for her own daughters.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Apr 19, 2022
Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk:
David talks with Cameron Huddleston author of Mom and Dad: We Need to Talk: How to Have Essential Conversation with Your Parents About Their Finances. Talking about financial issues with aging parents isn't always easy, it's vital to lessen any financial and emotional pain.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Apr 5, 2022
Sincere Condolences. What to Say When you Don't Know What to Say.
David talks with Joyce Aitken author of Sincere Condolences. What to say when you don't know what to say. Joyce is no stranger to grief after a tragic loss left her alone and in need of comfort from those around her. How can you be of comfort when someone is grieving?
For David's book, other resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Mar 25, 2022
A conversation with the guys from Undertaking The Podcast
David talks with the hosts of the popular Undertaking The Podcast. Funeral Directors Brian Waters and Ryan Ballard. What to look for when pre-planning and how to make the process easier on your family. You might be surprised by how easy it can be.
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Mar 9, 2022
Part 2 How to create a legacy your children will want to copy
In part 2 of David continues his conversation with bestselling author and Family Legacy Planner Cindy Arledge on why there are family breakdowns when there is a death. What kind of family does not let money destroy their future? Is your family prepared? For more on David and his book or resources visit David Edey.com
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Feb 18, 2022
How to live and create a legacy your children will want to copy
David talks with bestselling author and Family Legacy Planner Cindy Arledge on why there are family breakdowns when there is a death. For more on David and his book or resources visit David Edey.com
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Feb 2, 2022
Proactivity over Procrastination and Why it is so important
David sits down with Jon Braddock Author Click Here When I Die and the co-founder of My Life & Wishes.
You’re never really prepared when a loved one passes away.
That's why it's important as the adult child of an aging parent that you have the conversation before it's too late.
For David's book, other resources, and more visit
David Edey.com
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Jan 18, 2022
How to Handle Grief
David sits down with Psychologist Marianne Van Oyen to talk about How to Handle Grief. How to understand the shock and loss. What you need to do is get things done and capitalize on the energy. Even when you might be feeling everything is surreal.
For David's book, resources, and more visit David Edey.com
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Oct 27, 2021
The benefits to charitable giving. How to do good for the causes you believe in.
David talks with Paul Nazareth VP of the Canadian Association of Gift Planners. There are so many benefits to charitable giving. Yes, there are the tax benefits but more importantly, you're donating to the causes you believe in and doing good for others.
For David's book, resources, and more visit David Edey.com
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Oct 7, 2021
How do you know if you have the appropriate care for your loved one?
David talks with author LaBena Fleming. Her book I Love You Always was awarded the 2021 Today's Caregiver Friendly Award, which "recognizes outstanding books, media, products, and services, which have been designed with the best interest of the caregiver and their loved one in mind. To reach LaBena Fleming
For David's book, resources, and more visit David Edey.com
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Sep 24, 2021
Reasons Family businesses end up heading to court
David talks with Mediator Dana Garnett. Family business owners and entrepreneurs can have disputes that have created major riffs that threaten the viability of their business and have the potential for financial ruin. Dana gives strategies to resolve conflict without ending up in court. To reach Dana Garnett
For David's book, resources, and more visit David Edey.com
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Sep 9, 2021
What do siblings fight about?
David sits down to talk with Charles Ticker. Sibling estate fights are not only about money. Children, both young and adult, compete for the love of their parents.
With over 40 years of experience as a lawyer. He has chaired and spoken at several conferences on various estate litigation and mediation issues.
Charles is also the author of Bobby Gets Bubkes- Navigating the Sibling Estate Fight.
To reach Charles Ticker
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David Edey.com
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Sep 1, 2021
What to do with the furry members of the family
David talks with intuitive animal healer Lesley Nase about animals and an estate. People feel very strongly about their pets. This can become another headache for the executor if there is no guidance.
Or if you not have planned for them in your estate planning you have put them in danger.
• You have no instructions on what to do with the pets.
• There is a fight for the pets.
• No one wants to take the pets
What do you do?
To reach Lesley Nase Intuitive Animal Healing
For David's book, resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Aug 26, 2021
The Top Three Reasons Families Don't Survive an Inheritance.
David sits down with Cindy Arledge a legacy family planner to talk about the Cur$e of Inheritance which is an ugly monster of jealousy, fear, and selfishness that crushes families eats money, and destroys lives.
* What are the dangers many families face?
* How do families change?
* What are the solutions to any family from breaking up?
To reach Cindy Arledge North Texas Family Enterprise Center
For David's book, resources, and more visit davidedey.com
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Aug 13, 2021
What Would be Your Reaction if You Found Out You Had One Year Left?
David sits down with Peter Christman to talk about his successful business life at Chrysler and Xerox. What his view of life became once the doctors told him he has only a year or two left.
What has become important and why people need not procrastinate as we all have our own alarm clock set. Peter just happens to know his.
Peter also talks about the next steps everyone needs to do protect their family and business.
And Peter reads a poem that has great meaning to him.
To reach Peter Christman visit Christmangroup.com
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Aug 2, 2021
The Executor Help Podcast
The podcast is filled with advice, tips, and many real-life examples demonstrating what can go wrong (and what can go right), depending on whether or not families plan accordingly in advance, communicate clearly with one another, and are willing to put petty and selfish differences aside.
No one likes talking about death and inheritances before they absolutely have to, but as I have learned from personal experience, having these conversations earlier, rather than later, will save a lot of time and money, alleviate a ton of stress and ill-feeling, and ensure that the deceased’s wishes are properly and efficiently carried out.
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