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Divorce Dialogues
Divorce Dialogues helps people navigate divorce with dignity, clarity, and perspective. Through thoughtful conversations with experts and practitioners, the show explores the emotional, financial, legal, and relational realities of divorce, so listeners can make better decisions, communicate more effectively, and move forward with greater confidence. Because divorce is more than a legal transaction, it’s a deeply human transition.
Episodes
Divorce DialoguesFinding Balance Post-Divorce: The Journey to Authenticity - with Jennifer Kupferman
"What we live with, we learn. What we learn, we practice. What we practice, we become." - Jennifer Kupferman Jennifer Kupferman is a distinguished therapist…
Divorce DialoguesPreventing Conflicts and Financial Disputes in Real Estate Division - with Michael W. Goldstein
"Trust can be helpful for several reasons. One is that having assets in a trust makes it easier when a person dies because the trust assets don't go through…
Divorce DialoguesThe Role of Therapy: Providing Safe Spaces for Healing - with Dr. Sabrina Romanoff
"Divorce is not just an ending, but a chance to rediscover the strength we didn't know we have." - Sabrina Romanoff Dr. Sabrina Romanoff, a Harvard-trained…
Divorce DialoguesUnderstanding Emotional Challenges During the Divorce Process - with Dr. Julia Yacoob
"Lean on your social support and create time to take care of yourself. But also, I can't imagine going through any of this without a therapist." - Julia Yacoob…
Divorce DialoguesRainbow Emotion Wheel: Coping Strategies for Divorce - with Demi Yoshida
"Trauma is something they don't just get over. It's something they learn to live with." - Demi Yoshida Demi Yoshida, a dedicated therapist at My Well Being…
Divorce DialoguesShifting Internal Narratives for Constructive Self-Perception - with Dr. Sean Condon
"People lose sight of the fact that they're human beings, and it's not always easy." - Dr. Sean Condon Dr. Sean Condon, a seasoned clinical psychologist with…
Divorce DialoguesReconnecting After a Breakup: Building Healthy Relationships - with Kimia Moghadam
"That it's a journey, allow yourself time, allow yourself the grace and whatever that you need and set intentions for why you are trying to reconnect with…
Divorce DialoguesEstablishing Clear Expectations and Consequences for Proactive Parenting - with Gary J. Edelstein
"Yelling is not a consequence. It's the avoidance of a consequence." - Gary Edelstein Gary Edelstein, a seasoned psychotherapist specializing in…
Divorce DialoguesUnderstanding Root Causes: Key to Successful Divorce Mediation - with Avi Kahan
"You don't get divorced from your spouse. It doesn't exist. It's a made-up word. You commit to a new relationship with them." - Avi Kahan Avi Kahan, a…
Divorce DialoguesStructured Communication Methods for Healing Relationships Post-Divorce - with Trisha Sanders
"Mirroring slows down the communication process. It really helps us to be able to tune in and listen in addition to be able to hear the information." - Trisha…
Divorce DialoguesDivorce Settlements: Balancing Emotions with Financial Realities - with Jeff Landers
"Well, I guess it's important to know what's important to the spouse that you're divorcing and for them to know what's important to you so you could have a…
Divorce DialoguesMarket Trends and Property Conditions: Crucial Considerations in Divorce - with Nikki Beauchamp
"There's a whole grief process that starts all over again when you make that final decision to sell that property. And that's hard for people." - Nikki…
Divorce DialoguesEstablishing Boundaries and Co-Parenting in Divorce - with Jessica McCarthy PSY.D.
"Divorce will get you out of one situation. It will not guarantee, though, a happy ending in the next." - Jessica McCarthy Dr. Jessica McCarthy, a renowned…
Divorce DialoguesThe Role of Parents in Teaching Money Management - with Ed Vargo
"If you don't know about the money, you don't have control over the money or access to the money." Ed Vargo, the founder of Burning River Advisory Group and…
Divorce DialoguesPositive Impact of Co-Parenting on Emotional Growth - with Joseph Zweben
"If your parents and you are just going to look at the negative side only and just keep making it worse for yourself, it's never going to get better." -Joseph…
Divorce DialoguesAvoiding Pitfalls: Family Home, Financial Models, and Individual Goals - with Melissa Murphy Pavone
"You really want to know what your priorities are and then you want to know what your spouse's priorities are, because they might be different." - Melissa…
Divorce DialoguesRecovery and Transformation: The Potential for Positive Change Post-Divorce - with Justine Carino
"In divorce we grieve the marriage, we grieve the life we once had with our partner and what that looked like. We grieve that stability." - Justine Carino…
Divorce DialoguesInvesting in Yourself: Acquiring Skills for Career Re-Entry - with Jody D'agostini
Why is emotional well-being important in financial planning post-divorce? Jody D'Agostini is a renowned financial strategist and certified divorce financial…
Divorce DialoguesHarnessing the Unseen: Finding Clarity in Emotional Exploration - with Deborah Lukovich
"Depth psychology is a more spiritual approach, a psychospiritual approach to understanding yourself more deeply." - Deborah Lukovich Dr. Deborah Lukovich is a…
Divorce DialoguesChallenges of Nesting: Sharing Living Space Post-Divorce - With Lisa Herrick
"Kids have large antenna on their heads that you can't see, but they're always scanning for information, and that is information that is picked up very…
Divorce DialoguesThe Benefits of Bird Nesting for Children's Stability - with Ann Gold Buscho, Ph.D.
"The key is that it keeps the children stable. It keeps their routines consistent. There's a lot less upheaval and chaos for the children. It's a very child…
Divorce DialoguesHow a Well-Written Prenup Prevents Divorce—with Aaron Thomas
Prenups get a bad rap. And if you broach the subject with a partner, they often think you’re planning for the marriage to fail. But what if a prenuptial…
Divorce DialoguesConducting a Cost Benefit Analysis Before You Initiate Divorce—with Raiford Palmer
If you’re considering divorce, it’s useful to do a cost-benefit analysis before you initiate the process. And think beyond the legal fees and division of…
Divorce DialoguesNavigating Divorce as an Immigrant—with Neepa Padia
Neepa Padia gave up her senior level career in India to get married and immigrate to the US. But her partner was abusive, and Neepa wanted out. Unfortunately…
Divorce DialoguesA Fair & Loving Approach to Prenups—with Laurie Israel
You might assume that mediators who specialize in prenups recommend them for everyone. But Laurie Israel is actually against prenuptial agreements for most…
Divorce DialoguesEmpowering Women in Divorce—with Heather Quick
In the early days of her family law practice, Heather Quick noticed a troubling pattern among the women she represented. Women often undervalued what they…
Divorce DialoguesDivorce Financial Planning with a Love Letter—with Jennifer Lee
If you’re going through a divorce, writing a love letter is probably the last thing on your mind. But Jennifer Lee, AWMA, AIF, suggests that sharing your…
Divorce DialoguesThe Impact of Domestic Abuse in Divorce—with Beverly Price
Asking your partner for a divorce is challenging under any circumstances. But the conversation can be downright dangerous if you’re leaving an abusive spouse…
Divorce DialoguesNavigating Stress in Your Relationship—with Judy Herman
Is your relationship causing you a great deal of stress? Do you suspect that your partner has a diagnosable mental illness? In such a challenging situation…
Divorce DialoguesHolistic Financial Planning in Divorce—with Adrienne Grace
If you aren’t fully informed about your finances in marriage, you can’t negotiate from a level playing field in divorce. That’s why Adrienne Grace is committed…
Divorce DialoguesExpert Answers to Your Tax Questions in Divorce—with Hubert Johnson
What do you need to know about filing your taxes during or after divorce? Are asset transfers taxable? What about alimony and child support? Who claims the…
Divorce DialoguesThe Missing Professional from a Divorce Litigation Team With Julie Rountree
Julie Rountree began her career as a divorce attorney. And she quickly realized that clients expected her to be both their legal advocate and counselor. But it…
Divorce DialoguesCo-Parenting Without Conflict After Divorce With Jenni Rock
We all assume that when we get divorced, things are going to get better. But when a marriage ends, communication is usually at a low point. And that…
Divorce DialoguesIs Your Soon-to-Be-Ex-Spouse Hiding Money? With Tracey Coenen
Do you suspect that your soon-to-be-ex-spouse is hiding money? If your partner is trying to avoid equitable distribution in a divorce settlement, they might be…
Divorce DialoguesFrom Victim Mentality to Empowered Life Post-Divorce With, Kimberly Kelley
What story are you telling yourself about your divorce? Blaming your ex may seem justified, but that story only gets you stuck in a victim mentality with no…
Divorce DialoguesDivorce Advice from the Kids’ Perspective With Grace Casper
Wonder what your kids are experiencing during the divorce process? What if you could ask adult children of divorce for advice? Grace Casper became a child of…
Divorce DialoguesHow to Manage the Anxiety of Divorce With Bernadette Purcell
Worried thoughts about the future generate anxiety. And divorce begets an uncertain future. So, it’s no surprise that anxiety is such a common emotion in…
Divorce DialoguesA New Approach to Conflict Resolution in Divorce With Jacinta Gallant
Divorce makes us feel vulnerable. And many of us lawyer up and come out swinging to protect ourselves. But what if there’s a more effective way to reach an…
Divorce DialoguesHow to Stay Positive (Even During Divorce!)With Bill Carmody
If your marriage is ending, you may be convinced that things will never be good again. But what if I told you there is a way to stay positive, even during a…
Divorce DialoguesLeveraging Integrative Nutrition to Detox from Divorce With Suzy Wood
According to the Holmes and Rahe Stress Scale, divorce is the second most stressful life event after the death of a spouse. And that stress has an impact on…
Divorce DialoguesA Coparenting Arrangement That Puts Kids First With Bill DeSalvo
Traditional coparenting arrangements put the focus on the divorcing couple. They establish new, separate households, and the kids go back and forth. But what…
Divorce DialoguesMake Divorce Easier on Your Kids with Nesting With Beth Behrendt
Separated parents often worry about the upheaval a divorce causes in their kids’ lives, especially the stress that comes with moving back and forth between two…
Divorce DialoguesHow to Heal Your Disappointing Love Life With Dr. Thomas Jordan
At the beginning of a new romance, we’re not worried about repeating the unhealthy patterns that ended our previous relationships. We tell ourselves that this…
Divorce DialoguesWhat You Need to Know About Bankruptcy in Divorce With Dawn Kirby
Many people are overburdened with expenses after divorce. So, what options do you have when the cost of living on your own becomes overwhelming and you get…
Divorce DialoguesAlternatives to the Dreaded Drama Triangle of Divorce With David Emerald Womeldorff
If you’re going through a divorce, you’ve likely fallen into what David Emerald Womeldorff calls the Dreaded Drama Triangle or DDT. But this framework keeps…
Divorce DialoguesRaising Children After Divorce With Christina McGhee
Divorce leaves us overwhelmed and vulnerable, compromising our ability to parent well. And despite our best intentions, we may inadvertently dismiss our kids’…
Divorce DialoguesHolding Onto Your Joy Through a Divorce With Connie Monroe
When you’re going through a divorce, it’s easy to lose your joy. You feel like you have every right to be down in the dumps. This was certainly true for Connie…
Divorce DialoguesA Superwoman’s Approach to Recovering After Divorce With Eykiena ‘Keena’ Crowley
Divorce means accepting that things didn’t go as planned and adjusting to major changes in your life. It’s about taking on challenges you’re not prepared for…
Divorce DialoguesA Balanced Approach to Processing Grief With Krista St. Germain
Most of us are familiar with the five stages of grief—denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. But what if your experience doesn’t follow this…
Divorce DialoguesCoping with Divorce from a Covert Narcissist With Debbie Mirza
Most people think of narcissists as obnoxious and self-absorbed. They’re flashy, loud and charismatic. And it’s obvious that they’re looking out for #1. But a…
Divorce DialoguesThe 4 Ingredients of a Heart-Healthy Divorce With Judith Weigle
After 10 years of working in the divorce business, Judith Weigle reflected on the couples who were able to communicate well and navigate the process with less…
Divorce DialoguesHow Unresolved Trauma Causes Communication Breakdown With Dr. Don Wood
Communication breakdown in a marriage often leads to divorce. But the way your partner triggers your nervous system often has nothing to do with them and…
Divorce DialoguesAre You a Trustworthy Partner? Are You Sure? With Matthew Fray
Matthew Fray considered himself a good guy. He didn’t lie. He didn’t cheat. He wasn’t violent. But his wife didn’t trust him, and the marriage ended in 2013…
Divorce DialoguesHealing Conversations with Children of Divorce With Ellen Bruno
In 2013, Ellen Bruno released the documentary Split: Divorce Through Kids’ Eyes. In the film, 12 kids aged six to 12 share their experience of their parents’…
Divorce DialoguesAccelerate Your Healing with a Divorce Coach With Wendy Sterling
Most women realize that the right team can help us move through the divorce process more quickly and easily. But what if you’ve already got a therapist and…
Divorce DialoguesFor Better Relationships, Set Clear Boundaries With Leanne Kanzler
Do you have a hard time saying NO for fear of letting people down? Do you say YES out of obligation and then resent being coerced into something you didn’t…
Divorce DialoguesChanging the Narrative on What It Means to Be a Woman in Midlife With Jennifer Arthurton
If your identity is wrapped up in being a wife, a mother and a corporate executive, what happens if you lose your job? Or your kids leave the nest? Or you get…
Divorce DialoguesBuilding a Financial Life for Yourself Post-Divorce With Britt Baker
When it comes to money management, many married women either defer to their partners or work out a financial division of labor. But the paradigm shifts if…
Divorce DialoguesHow to Reduce Conflict & Save Money in Divorce With Andy Heller
So, you’d like to take the high road in your divorce, but you’re afraid you’ll get screwed in the process. If you ask Andy Heller, that is a flawed way to look…
Divorce DialoguesIs Divorce Financial Armageddon or Opportunity? - With David Stolz
Divorce is scary, especially if you're not confident in your ability to manage money independently. But what if the end of your marriage is not the financial…