Spotlights, Sabotage, and Estate Planning from the Big Top: Lessons from The Greatest Showman
Release Date: 08/15/2025
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Can a Pixar film about singing skeletons 🎸💀 really teach you something about legacy and elder law? In this heartfelt episode of 🎙82 Toothpicks, Ethan, Thad, and Joselyn dive into Coco, the visually stunning, tearjerking tale of family, memory, and what it means to truly be remembered. As Miguel journeys through the Land of the Dead to uncover his family’s secrets, the hosts explore how Coco unpacks everything from guardianship and control to intergenerational caregiving and the emotional power of storytelling. And yes -- there’s also a Who Said It? quote battle, hot takes on...
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Spotlights, Sabotage, and Estate Planning from the Big Top: Lessons from The Greatest Showman
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Step right up! In this episode of 🎙 82 Toothpicks, Thad, Ethan, Joselyn, and special guest Amber take center stage to explore the dazzling musical The Greatest Showman and uncover legacy lessons behind the curtain. From PT Barnum’s scrappy rise to the circus spotlight to Zac Efron’s 10% savings strategy, the team dives into what this film gets right (and wrong) about family, fortune, and planning for the unexpected. Between high-flying stunts and heartbreak on stage, you’ll hear how estate planning themes like guardianship, legacy vs. reputation, and powers of attorney show up in the...
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Sword Fights, Succession Plans, and the Estate Planning Wisdom of The Princess Bride
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“Inconceivable!” that a fantasy adventure could double as an estate planning masterclass? Not so fast. This week on 🎙82 Toothpicks, Thad, Ethan, and Joselyn break down the cult classic The Princess Bride and uncover the unexpected legal lessons hiding behind Miracle Max, wedding crashes, and swordplay. From the rotating legacy of the Dread Pirate Roberts to the royal scheming of Prince Humperdinck, this episode dives into how inheritance, guardianship, and personal property all show up in this beloved film. The crew laughs their way through iconic scenes (yes, we’re still quoting...
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Stranger Than Fiction: What If You Knew Your Ending? Estate Planning Lessons from Harold Crick’s Story
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Cherry Pan-Ties, Safari Hijinks, and the Hidden Estate Planning Lessons of Blended
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Foul Water, Big Money, and One Relentless Paralegal: Estate Planning Lessons from Erin Brockovich
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Think Erin Brockovich is just a David-versus-Goliath legal drama? Think again. In this episode of 🎙 82 Toothpicks, Thad, Ethan, and Jocelyn unpack how this powerhouse true story highlights real-life lessons about wealth, planning, and protecting your family’s future. Join the conversation as the hosts explore the ethical and legal ripple effects of a $333 million settlement—and why sudden windfalls (like the Jensens’ $5 million award) can cause as many challenges as they solve. You’ll hear why even the most compelling litigation victories need careful estate planning, from setting...
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Singing Hymns and Hiding a Body: Estate Planning Lessons from Bernie
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🔍💼 Jack Black, murder, and a will gone wrong? This week on 🎙 82 Toothpicks, we dive into the darkly hilarious true-crime comedy Bernie to uncover the real-life estate planning lessons lurking beneath East Texas charm—and a freezer full of secrets. Whether you love quirky small-town stories or just want to learn what not to do with a power of attorney, this episode is packed with surprises (and a few gasps). Join Ethan, Thad, and Joselyn as they break down the tangled legal drama behind Bernie Tiede’s relationship with Marjorie Nugent, including: ✅ The ethics of inheritance...
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Dancing on the Bar—and the Edge of a Legal Cliff: Estate Planning Lessons from Coyote Ugly
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Pearls, Prom, and Probate: Lessons from 10 Things I Hate About You
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What do Prada backpacks, prom dates, and unclaimed pearls have in common? In this episode of 82 Toothpicks, we're diving into 10 Things I Hate About You to uncover the estate planning lessons hidden beneath the teen drama and Shakespearean banter. It’s not just about high school heartbreak—when Kat and Bianca’s mom is mysteriously absent, the real question becomes: who gets what, and why? Ethan, Thad, and Joselyn unpack the subtle (and not-so-subtle) legacy themes in this '90s favorite, including sibling squabbles over heirlooms, the importance of clarity in who owns what, and how often...
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Running Toward Legacy: Forrest Gump Through an Estate Planning Lens
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🎙️ 82 Toothpicks | Estate Planning Meets the Movies Is Forrest Gump the most estate planning-packed movie ever made? In this episode of 82 Toothpicks, the team dives into the legendary 1994 film Forrest Gump and uncovers the legacy lessons hidden in plain sight. From inheritance ethics to posthumous generosity, this surprisingly rich estate planning discussion will change how you view Forrest’s life -- and Jenny’s choices. Join Thad, Ethan, and Joselyn as they explore key estate planning themes like death as a catalyst for legacy, honoring promises after loss, and unconventional...
info_outlineStep right up! In this episode of 🎙 82 Toothpicks, Thad, Ethan, Joselyn, and special guest Amber take center stage to explore the dazzling musical The Greatest Showman and uncover legacy lessons behind the curtain. From PT Barnum’s scrappy rise to the circus spotlight to Zac Efron’s 10% savings strategy, the team dives into what this film gets right (and wrong) about family, fortune, and planning for the unexpected.
Between high-flying stunts and heartbreak on stage, you’ll hear how estate planning themes like guardianship, legacy vs. reputation, and powers of attorney show up in the unlikeliest places. Spoiler: even a trapeze romance can teach you something about medical decision-making.
đź’ˇ Key takeaways:
✅ Dying without a plan—why every parent needs a will and guardianship provisions
âś… Business succession and asset protection when dreams turn to ashes
✅ Legacy vs. ego—what are you really building?
âś… Powers of attorney and who decides when someone lands in the hospital
Plus: circus trivia, unfiltered reviews of Jenny Lind’s motives (👀), and one big question—are you creating a legacy, or just chasing applause?
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