My Parents Lied to Me!

Medicare isn’t free. It doesn’t cover long-term care. And if your parent is already collecting Social Security, they may be enrolled automatically, with the first bill arriving as a three-month surprise. In this episode of My Parents Lied to Me, Nicole Porter talks with Shawna Hovis-Mayer, an independent licensed insurance advisor who focuses on Medicare, about what families need to understand bef...

Your parents may have an estate plan—but does anyone know where it is, what it says, or what they are supposed to do when the time comes? In this episode of My Parents Lied to Me , Nicole Porter talks with estate planning attorney Marjorie Desmond of Desmond Law about the gaps that can create chaos for families during incapacity or after a death. They discuss why every adult should consider medica...

Don't forget to subscribe!  In this episode of My Parents Lied to Me, Nicole Porter sits down with financial advisor Hailey Beal to talk about the financial conversations families often avoid until a major life change, inheritance, health crisis, or loss forces them to pay attention. They discuss why having a 401(k) or financial advisor doesn't necessarily mean your entire financial pict...

Most families think having a will, trust, or estate plan means they are “all set.” But are they? In this episode of My Parents Lied to Me , Nicole Porter sits down with estate planning attorney Becky Easton to talk about the real-life gaps families often miss, even when legal documents are already in place. Becky shares why a will does not avoid probate, why trusts need to be properly funded, why...

In this episode of My Parents Lied to Me , Nicole Porter sits down with financial advisor Dave Nacke of Southwest Financial Concepts to talk about the conversations most families avoid until life forces them to have them. Nicole and Dave discuss why a financial plan and estate plan are important, but not always enough when adult children are suddenly faced with aging parents, long-term care costs,...

In this episode, Nicole sits down with estate planning attorney Shawna Schmeisser to break down the basics of estate planning in a simple, real-world way. They talk about what an estate plan is, why avoiding probate matters, how powers of attorney work, when a trust may make sense, and why beneficiary designations can make a huge difference for families. They also discuss end-of-life wishes, how o...

Five essential Factors for a longer life!!  Summary In this episode, Nicole Porter discusses five key factors that influence longevity and overall well-being. She emphasizes the importance of mindset, daily movement, nutrition, community, and the environment in promoting a healthy and fulfilling life. Each factor is explored in detail, providing listeners with actionable insights to enhance their...

In this episode of My Parents Lied to Me , Nicole sits down with reverse mortgage specialist Cheryl Scheidell to debunk the myths and fears around reverse mortgages. They talk about how older adults can tap into home equity to fund safety upgrades, support aging in place, and relieve financial stress without “losing the house” or leaving their kids with a mess. If you’re a midlife son or daughter...

👇 SUBSCRIBE TO MY PODCAST ON YOUTUBE, SPOTIFY, AND APPLE - so this show can reach more people 👇/ @yourparentporter  Click the Link Below to Subscribe to my email list  https://yourparentporter.com/join-our-waitlist Here is a brief conversation with a woman I met, Jenn Stone,  who recently became a death doula after taking care of her grandmother at end of life.  I ask her why she made the choice...

A well known advocate in the Senior industry, meet Malea Madrid – Founder of Consider It Done Seniors and now published author in Planned Senior Moments Scottsdale.   With a background in banking, finance, and accounting, Malea built her business after seeing how often seniors struggled with paperwork, tax prep, and financial organization. What started as in-home tax support for Sun City retirees...

Cyndi Searles is a Registered Nurse turned Health & Wellness Coach.  We discuss how your health is determined by your habits over time.  We have an opportunity daily to take proactive steps to improving our wellbeing. She has been married for almost 28 years, mother to 3 kids and have worked as a nurse for over 13 years. After seeing so much sickness and disease, she became passionate about be...

Design is timeless. Design is personal. When done right,  Design heals. Through neuroscience and nature, we create spaces that are functional, beautiful, and deeply regulating—spaces that allow you to live authentically and sustainably in the place you call home. Our company has been built around creating healthy homes for our clients. In this we consider the material content of the selections we’...

Today I speak with my friend Jessica Wiehle about essential oils, her business Aromawell, and the mission she is on.   About Jessica: The benefits of aromatherapy reach far and wide. I have been working with medicinal plants for almost two decades.  My early research demonstrated promising findings in many areas currently dominated by modern medicine. Since, I have witnessed how aromatherapy can s...

Chandra Vargas is the founder and principal designer of Studio Vargas, a Phoenix/Scottsdale–based boutique interior design and project management firm. She is known for creating unique, highly functional spaces that blend timeless style with practical solutions for everyday living. Chandra works closely with clients and contractors to bring vision and detail together seamlessly, whether managing g...

SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL - so this show can reach more people @yourparentporter  Click the Link Below to Subscribe to my email list  https://yourparentporter.com/newsletter In this episode, I sit down with Shannon Arriola, MC is a family systems mediator and eldercare advocate helping families navigate aging, dementia, and end-of-life transitions. With personal and professional experience,...

SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL - so this show can reach more people     @yourparentporter  Click the Link Below to Subscribe to my email list  https://yourparentporter.com/newsletter In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Taylor, owner of Taylored to You.  With over 15 years of experience, Taylored To You LLC specializes in creating functional, customized spaces TAYLORED to each client’s needs....