Most people would rather talk about literally anything else besides death, wills, probate, or estate planning. That’s exactly why we started this podcast.
Hosted by Texas estate planning attorney Erik Martin and Leslie Downs, Erik Martin Says is a real, honest, and sometimes unexpectedly funny conversation about what happens when you die.
From wills and trusts to family drama, probate horror stories, and the acceptance that none of us are getting out of here alive, this podcast is here to make these conversations feel a little less intimidating and a lot more human. Maybe even, fun?
Whether you already have an estate plan, keep putting it off, or still think “I don’t even have an estate,” you’re in the right place.
It’s death. It’s inevitable. Let’s talk about it and make a plan.
Glenn Rogers on Texas Politics, School Vouchers & Political Power | Erik Martin Says
What happens when you stand up to your own party and pay the price? Former Texas State Representative Dr. Glenn Rogers knows firsthand. After opposing Governor Greg Abbott’s school voucher proposal, Glenn lost his Republican primary. Now, he’s sharing what he learned about political power, party loyalty, and who really gets heard in Texas government. In this special edition of Erik Martin Says, Erik sits down with Glenn at his ranch for a candid conversation about Texas politics, public educa...
17 Oct 2026
Texas Midterm Elections 2026: Politics, Power & Who Gets Your Vote?
🚨 TEXAS VOTERS: WATCH THIS BEFORE YOU VOTE IN THE 2026 MIDTERM ELECTIONS! Texas politics are heating up. 👀 In this episode of Erik Martin Unedited, we're breaking down Texas politics, the 2026 Texas midterm elections, Greg Abbott, Ken Paxton, the influence of Texas billionaires, and why voters should look beyond party labels. Who has the power? Who deserves your vote? And what happens when party loyalty matters more than the candidates themselves? We're not here to tell you who to vot...
10 Oct 2026
Gen Z: Estate Planning, Voting and Finding Your Voice
Estate planning isn't just a conversation for older generations. So why aren't we talking about it with Gen Z? In this special episode of Erik Martin Says, we're tackling two topics that shape the future: estate planning and politics. First, we're talking about why it's never too early to start thinking about estate planning. Wills, inheritance, and planning for the unexpected aren't just concerns for older adults. We're encouraging Gen Z to ask questions, talk to their parents and grandparen...
23 Aug 2026
Texas, We Need To Discuss Education
On this episode of Erik Martin Says, Erik gets personal. Like, really personal. Before he was an attorney talking about wills and trusts and planning for the future, Erik was a kid going through the Texas education system. He's watched his own kids go through it. And his own wife, a lifelong educator, dedicate her life to it. So when Erik talks about education, gets passionate and has a lot to say. In this episode, Erik opens up about his own experience with education,...
18 Jul 2026
What Happens To My House if I Die?
Most people think estate planning is something you do later in life...after you've built wealth, had kids, or retired. But what if that's exactly backwards? In our very first guest episode, Erik sits down with Hunter Anderson, founder of Man Forged. Hunter is newly married and owns a home he purchased before getting married, making him the perfect person to answer a question many young couples have never considered: If something happened to you tomorrow, what would happen to your house? The a...
20 Jun 2026
Erik Martin Says: What Happens When I Die?
What happens when I die? According to Erik, there are really only two possibilities: your family has a plan, or they don't. If they have a plan, they know exactly who to call, where important documents are, and what steps to take next. If they don't, they're in for a ride. In this episode of Erik Martin Says, Erik challenges listeners to think beyond their own mortality and focus on the people they'll leave behind. What would happen in the moments after your death? Would your family know what...
16 May 2026
Erik Martin Says: What Happens If you Die Without a Will in Texas?
Most people don’t think about an estate plan until it’s too late… mostly because it’s kind of a drag. In this first episode of Erik Martin Says, estate planning attorney Erik Martin sits down with Leslie Downs to talk about the question almost everyone avoids: What actually happens if you die without a will in Texas? (That is, if you’re lucky enough to be a Texan.) This isn’t a legal lecture. It’s a real conversation about what families experience when there’s no plan in place: confusion, cou...
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