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When Claudine's father passed away at nearly 90 years old, the family believed at least one thing had already been figured out — he wanted to be buried with his parents. But after his death, the f…

When Claudine's fath…

When Claudine's father passed away at nearly 90 years old, the family believed at least one thing had already been figured out — he wanted to be buried with his parents. But after his death, the family discovered something unexpected. The cemetery records were wrong. Ownership of the burial plot wasn't clear. Old paperwork had to be tracked down from decades earlier. Multiple siblings needed to sign documents. And what seemed like a simple burial quickly became far more complicated. In this episode, David speaks with Claudine Lukoweski about the emotional and practical challe…

There's a moment many families never think about ahead of time. Not the funeral. Not the paperwork. Not the phone calls. The first time you open the door. In this quiet and reflective solo e…

There's a moment man…

There's a moment many families never think about ahead of time. Not the funeral. Not the paperwork. Not the phone calls. The first time you open the door. In this quiet and reflective solo episode, David talks about the emotional experience of walking into someone's home after they've passed away—and why that moment often stays with families long after everything else. From the coffee mug still sitting on the counter to the ordinary objects that suddenly carry deep meaning, this episode explores Grief, memory, and the strange stillness of a life paused in place. A gentle conver…

When families fight over an estate, most people assume the only path forward is court. But what does that process actually do to a family? In this episode, David speaks with Bruce Young, founder of Co…

When families fight …

When families fight over an estate, most people assume the only path forward is court. But what does that process actually do to a family? In this episode, David speaks with Bruce Young, founder of Collective Agreement and a Certified Executor Advisor, about what really happens when estate disputes turn into legal battles. Together they explore: why estate conflicts become so emotional how litigation can take on "a life of its own" why families often stop speaking afterward and what collaborative law offers as an alternative to court David also shares personal reflections from his own seven-…

Many people know they should talk with their family about important things. They just don't know how to begin. In this short episode, David talks about why these conversations often feel harder than t…

Many people know the…

Many people know they should talk with their family about important things. They just don't know how to begin. In this short episode, David talks about why these conversations often feel harder than they need to be—and why most families are not avoiding the conversation as much as they are afraid of starting it the wrong way. He shares three simple ways to begin without making it heavy, formal, or overwhelming. A calm reminder that sometimes the hardest part is simply opening the door. For David's book, other resources and more visit www.davidedey.com

What does it really feel like to lose a mother? In this episode, David speaks with Chelsea Ohlemiller, author of Now That She's Gone. She shares her personal experience of losing her mother and wh…

What does it really …

What does it really feel like to lose a mother? In this episode, David speaks with Chelsea Ohlemiller, author of Now That She's Gone. She shares her personal experience of losing her mother and what grief has actually been like for her. This is not a conversation about fixing grief or moving on quickly. It's about what the experience really feels like—day to day, over time, and in ways people don't always talk about. Chelsea puts words to Emotions many people struggle to explain. A calm and honest conversation for anyone who has lost a parent—or wants to better understand someone…

Why do some things only become clear later? In this episode, David shares a personal reflection about his mother. He talks about the small things that stayed with him. The quiet moments. The way s…

Why do some things o…

Why do some things only become clear later? In this episode, David shares a personal reflection about his mother. He talks about the small things that stayed with him. The quiet moments. The way she showed up, and what he understands now that he didn't see at the time. He also reflects on something he sees often in his work—how, after someone is gone, it's not the paperwork people remember. It's the conversations they didn't have. This is a simple and honest episode about memory, perspective, and what we carry with us over time. For David's book, other resources and more visit ww…

Why do families fight over things after someone dies? In this episode, David speaks with Daniel Glazier, a personal property appraiser who has been in thousands of homes helping families deal with …

Why do families figh…

Why do families fight over things after someone dies? In this episode, David speaks with Daniel Glazier, a personal property appraiser who has been in thousands of homes helping families deal with what's left behind. They talk about a part of estate settlement many people don't expect. It's not the paperwork. It's the stuff. Furniture. Keepsakes. Personal items that carry meaning. Daniel shares why this becomes so difficult for families, how emotions often outweigh financial value, and what people can do ahead of time to make things easier. A practical and eye-opening conversa…

What happens when everything starts falling on you? In this episode, David talks about the moment many people quietly step into a role they didn't choose. The one who handles things. The one oth…

What happens when ev…

What happens when everything starts falling on you? In this episode, David talks about the moment many people quietly step into a role they didn't choose. The one who handles things. The one others rely on. The one who keeps everything moving. At first, it feels like helping. But over time, more and more responsibility starts to land on one person. David reflects on what that feels like—and the part people don't always see. A calm and honest conversation about responsibility, pressure, and why carrying everything alone isn't the only way. For David's book, other resources an…

In this episode, David speaks with Valerie Oldfield, a death doula who helps families through serious illness, planning, and grief. They talk about why these conversations feel so hard to start—an…

In this episode, Dav…

In this episode, David speaks with Valerie Oldfield, a death doula who helps families through serious illness, planning, and grief. They talk about why these conversations feel so hard to start—and what happens when we avoid them. Valerie shares simple ways to begin. Not in a heavy or overwhelming way, but through small, honest conversations. She also explains how planning ahead can be one of the most caring things you do for your family. A calm and practical conversation about fear, preparation, and making things easier for the people you Love. For David's book, other resources an…

Why do strong people feel alone? In this episode, David talks about something many people don't say out loud. What it feels like to always be the one others rely on. The one who listens. The one w…

Why do strong people…

Why do strong people feel alone? In this episode, David talks about something many people don't say out loud. What it feels like to always be the one others rely on. The one who listens. The one who handles things. The one who doesn't fall apart. Over time, that strength can create distance. Not because people don't care—but because they assume you're fine. David shares a calm reflection on what happens when strength becomes something you carry alone, and why connection still matters. A simple reminder that being strong doesn't mean doing everything by yourself. For David's book,…

What really matters at the end of life? In this episode, David speaks with Robert Christopher Coppes, author of Impressions of Near-Death Experiences. Robert has spent many years studying the st…

What really matters …

What really matters at the end of life? In this episode, David speaks with Robert Christopher Coppes, author of Impressions of Near-Death Experiences. Robert has spent many years studying the stories of people who came very close to death and returned. Many say the experience changed how they see life. They often lose their fear of death. They feel a deep sense of love and connection with others. Many also describe something called a life review, where they see how their actions affected other people. David and Robert talk about what these stories might teach us about how we li…

In this solo episode of the Executor Help Podcast, David reflects on a belief many people quietly carry — that living well is something you earn later, after life becomes more organized, less Stress…

In this solo episode…

In this solo episode of the Executor Help Podcast, David reflects on a belief many people quietly carry — that living well is something you earn later, after life becomes more organized, less stressful, and more under control. Drawing on decades of working with families, David talks about how the pressure to "get everything right" can slowly drain the joy out of ordinary moments. Many people believe they should have life figured out by now, and when it still feels messy, they assume they're falling short. This episode explores why living well doesn't require a perfect life. Instead, i…