Podcast Transcripts

Podcast transcripts are written versions of each episode of The Death Readiness Podcast, making it easier to revisit important conversations while also helping more people engage with the discussion.

Episode 1 Transcript

  • The Real Cost of Dying without an Estate Plan

  • Published: January 10, 2025

Episode 2 Transcript

  • How to Organize and Preserve Your Legacy

  • Guest: Julie Ulrich

  • Published: January 17, 2025

Episode 3 Transcript

  • What Probate Really Means and How to Avoid It

  • Published: January 24, 2025

Episode 4 Transcript

  • How to Talk to Your Parents about Death

  • Guest: Megan Malick

  • Published: January 31, 2025

Episode 5 Transcript

  • Why You Shouldn’t Worry About the Estate Tax

  • Published: February 7, 2025

Episode 6 Transcript

  • What to Know Before Choosing an Executor or Agreeing to Serve as One

  • Guest: Mollie Lacher

  • Published: February 14, 2025

Episode 7 Transcript

  • What it Takes to Raise a Child with Special Needs

  • Guests: Carmen Mastroianni & Dan Mastroianni

  • Published: February 20, 2025

Episode 8 Transcript

  • A Parents’ Guide to Special Needs Estate Planning

  • Guest: Kristen Lewis

  • Published: March 6, 2025

Episode 9 Transcript

  • How to Choose the Right Special Needs Estate Planning Team

  • Guest: Kristen Lewis

  • Published: March 20, 2025

Episode 10 Transcript

  • How to Start the Senior Care Conversation

  • Guest: Mikelle Rappaport

  • Special Contributor: Bob Stanton

  • Published: April 3, 2025

Episode 11 Transcript

  • Start Your Own Family Podcast with these Simple Steps

  • Host: Jill Mastroianni and April

  • Guest: Carmen Mastroianni

  • Published: April 18, 2025

Episode 12 Transcript

  • Preparing for the Day I’ll Tell My Brother: "It’s Going to Be Okay"

  • Published: May 2, 2025

Episode 13 Transcript

  • What You Need to Know About Embalming, Cremation, and Eco-Friendly Funerals

  • Guest: Jamie Sarche

  • Published: May 16, 2025