Aging, Healthcare & Everything In Between

Stephanie Pogue

 Hosted by Medicare specialist Stephanie Pogue, Aging, Healthcare, and Everything in Between helps retirees, caregivers, and those approaching Medicare age navigate healthcare, retirement planning, aging, caregiving, and life's important transitions with practical advice and expert guests.

Episodes

  1. May 15

    Most People Think They’re Organized… Until This Happens | Estate Planning Reality Check

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when a loved one passes away—and you realize nothing is actually organized? In this episode of Aging, Healthcare, and Everything in Between with Stephanie Pogue, Adam Zuckerman (founder of Buried in Work) shares a powerful personal story that led him to build a system helping families navigate estate planning, organization, and end-of-life decisions. After losing his father unexpectedly, Adam discovered a hard truth: having documents isn’t the same as being organized. This conversation breaks down the critical difference between estate planning and estate organization—and why that gap creates stress, confusion, and hundreds of hours of extra work for families. 👉 In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why estate planning alone isn’t enough • The biggest mistakes families make after a loss • How disorganization can cost time, money, and peace of mind • The 10 essential items everyone should have in place • How to start the conversation with parents (without it feeling uncomfortable) • Simple steps to get organized starting today With over 570 hours spent on average managing an estate, preparation isn’t optional—it’s a gift to your family. If you want to reduce stress, avoid common mistakes, and make life easier for your loved ones, this is a must-watch conversation. https://buriedinwork.com/ #EstatePlanning #AgingWell #EndOfLifePlanning #FinancialPlanning #FamilyPlanning #RetirementPlanning #LegacyPlanning #PersonalFinance #LifePlanning #Organization #Adulting #PodcastClips #WealthPlanning #AgingParents #SmartPlanning Watch the full version here.  https://youtu.be/_067WpzJEDc Support the show

    21 min

  2. Apr 17

    10 Estate Planning Myths That Could Cost You Thousands (Most People Get This Wrong)

    Send us Fan Mail Think you understand estate planning? You might be making costly mistakes without even realizing it. In this episode of Aging, Healthcare, and Everything in Between, Stephanie Pogue sits down with estate planning attorney Court Smith to break down the 10 biggest misconceptions people have about wills, trusts, probate, and powers of attorney—and what you actually need to know. From the truth about probate to why a will doesn’t avoid it, this conversation clears up the confusion that causes families unnecessary stress, delays, and expenses. 👉 In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why probate isn’t what most people think it is • The truth about wills vs. trusts (and which you really need) • How to actually avoid probate the right way • Why just having beneficiaries isn’t enough • The most overlooked document that can create major problems • Common mistakes that lead to family conflict and legal issues Many people believe estate planning is only for the wealthy—but in reality, it’s for anyone who wants to protect their family and make things easier when it matters most. If you want to avoid confusion, reduce costs, and make smarter decisions for your future, this is a must-watch. https://smithtrusts.com/ #EstatePlanning #FinancialPlanning #RetirementPlanning #WillsAndTrusts #Probate #PersonalFinance #AgingWell #LegacyPlanning #WealthPlanning #FamilyPlanning #EndOfLifePlanning #MoneyTips #SmartPlanning #PodcastClips #adulting  00:00 Podcast intro & guest introduction 00:30 Why estate planning misconceptions matter 01:05 Overview: 10 common estate planning myths 01:30 What probate actually is (and isn’t) 02:30 Myth #1: “Probate means the government takes your money” 03:40 Why people try to avoid probate 04:27 Myth #2: A will avoids probate 05:15 How to actually avoid probate (beneficiaries, TOD, POD) 06:50 Myth #3: You don’t need a will if everything has beneficiaries 08:15 Why a will is still important 09:50 Myth #4: You need a trust to avoid probate 11:30 Myth #5: A trust automatically avoids probate 12:58 Funding your trust properly 13:15 Myth #6: A trust is always better than a will 15:30 When you actually need a trust 16:03 Myth #7: Trusts help you qualify for Medicaid 17:38 Myth #8: Trusts protect your assets from creditors 18:52 Why powers of attorney are critical 19:15 Financial power of attorney explained 22:14 Risks of not having a power of attorney 22:38 Guardianship vs. power of attorney 23:30 Healthcare power of attorney explained 24:30 Common misconception about spouses making medical decisions 26:00 Healthcare directive (living will) explained 26:48 Myth #10: Estate planning is only for the rich 27:59 Key takeaways & summary 28:56 Final advice: start asking questions 29:20 Outro & how to connect Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/5chq0_MQH0U Support the show

    30 min

  3. Mar 20

    Starting a Conversation and Navigating Long Term Care Planning

    Send us Fan Mail One of the hardest parts of Long Term Care Planning is starting that conversation.  Lindsay Friedman of LTCareNav discusses that and the process of choosing the best plan in this interview with Stephanie Pogue. Watch the video version here. https://youtu.be/hPlLtMjPoXY #stephaniepogue #ltcarenav #lindsayfriedman #longtermcare #retirementplanning Support the show

    21 min

  4. Feb 20

    Preserving Memories Now!

    Send us Fan Mail You should never wait until someone is gone to preserve memories.  The time to start is now. Stephanie sits down with John Doherty of The Family Album Company to discuss in this episode of the Aging, Healthcare and Everything In Between Podcast. Watch the video version here. https://youtu.be/N9TCrLZvIMc #stephaniepogue #craignash #familyalbumcompany #johndoherty #preservingmemories #grandfamily Support the show

    19 min

  5. Jan 16

    Navigating Medicare

    Send us Fan Mail So you're trying to navigate Medicare for a loved one? It can be very confusing, but Stephanie Pogue explains where to start in this Aging, Healthcare and Everything In Between Podcast. Watch the video version here.  #stephaniepogue #grandparentsraisinggrandchildren #grandfamily Support the show

    13 min

  6. 12/19/2025

    Navigating the Home Care Decision

    Send us Fan Mail Home Care is a very difficult decision for families to navigate.  Stephanie sits down with Tanya Ferber of Senior Helpers to discuss best practices in making this decision in this episode of the Aging, Healthcare and Everything In Between Podcast. Watch the video version here.  https://youtu.be/YnH08USPq44 #stephaniepogue #craignash #itsagrandlife #gigistribe #grandparentsraisinggrandchildren #grandfamily Support the show

    22 min

  7. 11/21/2025

    Assisting Grand Families

    Send us Fan Mail In her time as a Medicare agent, Stephanie Pogue started to recognize many Seniors with young children.  Then she realized what was going on. In this episode of the Aging, Healthcare and Everything In Between Podcast, she interviews Craig Nash for a discussion of what's happening with "Grand Families" and how you can help.  Watch the video version here. https://youtu.be/wrCYa42_K5E #stephaniepogue #craignash #itsagrandlife #gigistribe #grandparentsraisinggrandchildren #grandfamily  Support the show

    19 min

  8. 10/17/2025

    SIMPLE Method With Shari Ross

    Send us Fan Mail Shari Ross tries to simplify the very difficult process of navigating aging.  She shares her method in this Aging, Healthcare and Everything In Between Podcast with Stephanie Pogue.  Watch the video version here. https://youtu.be/BbfRqVLRvBE https://www.seniorlivingmadesimple.com/ #shariross #stephaniepogue #simplemethod  #agingadvice #seniorlivingtips  Support the show

    25 min

  9. 09/17/2025

    TRAILER: Why is Stephanie doing this?

    Send us Fan Mail Stephanie Pogue has been helping Seniors select Medicare plans for several years. In that time, she has realized how much help they need in navigating other areas of Senior Living.  With that, she has decided to launch the Aging, Healthcare and Everything In Between Podcast in hopes of furthering education for Seniors on how to have the best retirement possible.  Watch the video version here. https://youtu.be/ywySn4tEwfA #stephaniepogue #seniorliving #aginghealthcareeverythinginbetween #seniorlivingpodcast Support the show

    2 min
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 Hosted by Medicare specialist Stephanie Pogue, Aging, Healthcare, and Everything in Between helps retirees, caregivers, and those approaching Medicare age navigate healthcare, retirement planning, aging, caregiving, and life's important transitions with practical advice and expert guests.

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