Dad probably doesn't need another tie. And he probably doesn't need another coffee mug. So this year, I’ve put together a Fathers’ Day Gift Guide inspired by The Death Readiness Podcast..

Death Readiness Dispatch

June 1, 2026

Hi there,

 

Dad probably doesn't need another tie. And he probably doesn't need another coffee mug. So this year, I’ve put together a Fathers’ Day Gift Guide inspired by The Death Readiness Podcast. Some of the best gifts aren’t things at all. They're clarity, organization, and peace of mind.

If your dad is the keeper of family information, the guy who knows where everything is, or the person everyone calls when they need an answer, The Death Readiness Playbook is a great place to start. It’s part education, part workbook, and part practical guide for organizing the information your family will someday need. Because “I'll get around to it someday” is a failed strategy most dads have been testing for decades.

 

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Many dads already have estate planning documents.

🤔The problem? Most have no idea what those documents actually say.

 

An Estate Plan Audit is a one-on-one review of an existing estate plan. We'll walk through the documents together, discuss how they work, identify any gaps, and make sure the plan still matches Dad’s goals.

 

📋Schedule now through June 19th and get a $50 discount.

Sometimes the greatest gift isn't creating an estate plan. It’s helping Dad get organized enough to use it.

 

Two guests from The Death Readiness Podcast specialize in helping families sort through paperwork, possessions, records, and all the practical details that tend to accumulate over a lifetime.

Mollie Lacher and her team help families organize, navigate life transitions, and manage the practical side of aging and estate administration. Check out Mollie's podcast episode here.

Julie Ulrich helps dads and families get organized by creating a clear, complete system for important documents, information, and wishes, making things easier today and far less stressful for loved ones in the future. Listen to Julie's interview on the podcast here.

Sometimes the best gift is simply helping Dad ask questions. Whether Dad wants a second opinion, has questions about retirement, or simply wants to get organized, it's a great opportunity to start the conversation with a financial advisor.

 

Blair Martin helps families bring order to financial chaos by identifying what they own, how it’s titled, how it fits together, and whether it supports the life they want to live. Blair joined me on the podcast for the most listened-to episode to date.

Not every Fathers' Day gift needs to be serious. But if it accidentally starts a conversation about estate planning? Even better.

If your dad already has everything he needs, consider making a donation to his favorite charity in his honor. 

 

My personal favorite is Detroit Dog Rescue. This year we've fostered three puppies through Detroit Dog Rescue, and every one of them reminded me how much a little help at the right time can change a life.

Whether your Fathers' Day gift is a Playbook, a t-shirt, a donation, or simply a conversation, I hope it helps create a little more clarity, a few more stories, and a lot more peace of mind.

Thanks for being here.

PS: Want to learn more about my amazing dad? This Fathers' Day, I'm especially grateful for the example he set—advocating for my brother, fighting for inclusion, and showing me what it means to keep showing up for the people you love. Check out one of my favorite episodes of The Death Readiness Podcast: What it Takes to Raise a Child with Special Needs.