For our 75th episode, we flip the script – Anthony’s the expert and Doc’s asking questions. Primarily: how do you estate plan in a world where death isn’t permanent? Find out some real life estate planning tips, plus Anthony pitches a new comic book! Listen now!
SHOW NOTES:
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Intro
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Social distancing – next few episodes will be recorded remotely
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New patron – Tasha – new Mayor level patron
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Review read – Dino Gangof1 from Huuuh? Podcast – “More than a comics podcast. Delves deep into superhero psyche. Always a great listen. A new must in my book.”
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Shoutout to Happier Podcast – Gretchen Rubin helps listeners find a happier life
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Issue – how to handle estate planning in a world where death is not permanent (09:45)
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Examples: Jean Grey, Superman, Wolverine – countless heroes have died and returned
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Furthermore, non-powered individuals have returned from the dead as a result of the actions of heroes
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E.g. Avengers: Endgame and the fallout of “the Snap” seen in Spider-Man: Far From Home
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What happens to their stuff – finances, personal effects, etc.
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What tools could be used:
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Primarily trusts
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Laws passed regarding resurrection
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Draw distinction between powered individuals and humans
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Break (41:35)
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Plugs for Popcorn Psychology & Bedknobs and Broomflicks, plus Al Ewing
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Real-life legality (42:27)
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Declared death in absentia
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Property held in trust
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Call to action: Get an estate plan (62:00)
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Ending
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Next episodes: Kamala Khan, Secret identities, Shredder
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Reminder of TPB review for Patrons at Local Official level & up – this month Locke & Key: Welcome to Lovecraft
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References:
- “Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story” from Hamilton – Anthony (17:01)
- “Dick in a Box” – Doc (21:45)
- “Bring out your dead” from Monty Python & the Holy Grail – Doc (54:48)
- Vince McMahon faked death/Chris Benoit murder-suicide – Doc (58:00)
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