Life's Third Act

Life's Third Act
Life's Third Act

Welcome to Life’s Third Act, hosted by attorney and CPA Joe Cordell. We explore the fascinating lessons learned from celebrity estates, uncovering insights into estate planning, wealth management, and family dynamics. Through the triumphs and pitfalls of high-profile legacies, we delve into the stories that shape lasting legacies and inspire smarter planning for the future.

  1. 08/14/2024

    From Vaudeville to Victim: An Icon Swindled By His Own Stepson – Part 1 – Ep 134

    In the latest episode of Life’s Third Act, host Joe Cordell delves into the legacy of one of America’s most prolific actors of all time, Mickey Rooney. Having starred in over 300 pictures, ranging from the silent film era to the digital age, Rooney is remembered for his lifetime of work and memorable performances. Notable […]

    27 min

  2. 08/07/2024

    In The Thicke of It All? How Alan Thicke’s Death Landed His Family In Court – Part 2 – Ep 133

    For part two of the Alan Thicke story, Joe Cordell journeys into the actor’s later career and his $40 million estate. It was no secret in the family that Thicke had spotted his third wife, model Tanya Callau, while hosting a TV show in Miami in 2005. Callau may have stayed with Thicke until his […]

    34 min

  3. 01/24/2024

    Ted Williams: Ensuring Specificity In Your Will – Part 2 – EP. 107 – Life’s Third Act

    Join us for the gripping conclusion of our two-part series on Life’s Third Act. In Part 2, we continue the captivating journey into the life and posthumous events of baseball legend Ted Williams. As we left off, the controversy surrounding Ted Williams’s final wishes took center stage, with cryonic preservation prevailing over cremation. Discover the […]

  4. 01/16/2024

    Ted Williams: Ensuring Specificity In Your Will – Part 1 – EP. 106 – Life’s Third Act

    Join us on Life’s Third Act as host Joe Cordell, Attorney/CPA, and researcher Marlea Parson explore the remarkable life and the perplexing posthumous events of baseball legend Ted Williams in this two-part series. Part 1 delves into Ted Williams’s extraordinary baseball career, his Hall of Fame induction, and his service in World War II and […]

  5. 01/09/2024

    Michael Crichton: The Omitted Child – Part 2 – EP. 105 – Life’s Third Act

    Prepare for another deep dive into the intricacies of Michael Crichton’s estate with Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and researcher Marlea Parson. Renowned for his creation of Jurassic Park, Crichton’s posthumous narrative continues to captivate. Together, the duo will delve further into the complexities of his $175 million fortune following his unexpected passing in 2008. This saga […]

  6. 12/26/2023

    James Gandolfini: Why Tax Prep Isn’t Just in the Movies – EP. 103 – Life’s Third Act

    Join Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and Life’s Third Act researcher, Marlea Parson, in a deep dive into the estate planning of the late James Gandolfini. In this episode, they explore the complexities of the $70 million estate, the hefty tax implications, and the public and media reactions to his will and trust structures. Delve into the […]

  7. 12/20/2023

    Walker & Georgia Inman – The Heirs to the Doris Duke Fortune: Part 2 – EP. 102 – Life’s Third Act

    Join Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and Life’s Third Act researcher, Marlea Parson, as they continue to unravel the complex and tragic story of Georgian and Walker Patterson Inman III, heirs to the vast Doris Duke fortune in Part 2 of this saga. In Part 2 they’ll explore what came to be for the twins after their […]

    43 min

  8. 12/12/2023

    Walker & Georgia Inman – The Heirs to the Doris Duke Fortune: Part 1 – EP. 101 – Life’s Third Act

    Join Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and Life’s Third Act researcher, Marlea Parson, as they unravel the complex and tragic story of Georgia and Walker Patterson Inman III, heirs to the vast Doris Duke fortune. In this episode, explore the challenges of immense wealth, family dysfunction, and the lasting impact on the twins’ lives. From troubled childhoods […]

    49 min
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Welcome to Life’s Third Act, hosted by attorney and CPA Joe Cordell. We explore the fascinating lessons learned from celebrity estates, uncovering insights into estate planning, wealth management, and family dynamics. Through the triumphs and pitfalls of high-profile legacies, we delve into the stories that shape lasting legacies and inspire smarter planning for the future.

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  • Creator
    Life's Third Act
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    255
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