🎙️ 82 Toothpicks | Estate Planning Meets the Movies

Is Forrest Gump the most estate planning-packed movie ever made? In this episode of 82 Toothpicks, the team dives into the legendary 1994 film Forrest Gump and uncovers the legacy lessons hidden in plain sight. From inheritance ethics to posthumous generosity, this surprisingly rich estate planning discussion will change how you view Forrest’s life—and Jenny’s choices.

Join Thad, Ethan, and Joselyn as they explore key estate planning themes like death as a catalyst for legacy, honoring promises after loss, and unconventional wealth transfers (hello, Bubba’s mom and that “fruit company” stock!). You'll hear how Forrest consistently “does the right thing” even when the people around him don’t—highlighting the heart of what real legacy looks like.

They also tackle tough questions: Was Jenny the villain? Was Forrest really the smartest man in the Army? And yes, they settle once and for all what Jenny likely died from—and why it matters to the story.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• The shrimping business as a case study in legacy fulfillment

• Gifting wealth with integrity (and without paperwork)

• The real power of “doing what you promised”

🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to 82 Toothpicks and check out Ethan’s book It’s Not Too Late for practical tips on securing your legacy. And remember: every movie is an estate planning movie.