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S1:E36 – First Time Home Buyer After Divorce: Chris Henwood on Divorce Financial Planning, Mortgage Mistakes & Healing After Divorce
May 12, 2026
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S1:E35 – Coercive Control & Emotional Abuse Recovery: Erin Snow on High-Conflict Divorce, Being Heard & Healing After Divorce
May 7, 2026
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S1:E34 – Credit Repair in Divorce: Fair Credit Attorney Jim Smith on Financial Abuse, Credit Report Errors & Healing After Divorce
May 5, 2026
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S1:E33 – Life After Divorce: Divorce Coach Justin Milrad on Divorce Recovery, Rebuilding After Divorce & Healing After Divorce
Apr 30, 2026
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S1:E32 – Divorce Financial Planning & Real Estate: CDFA Melissa Murphy Pavone on the Marital Home, Divorce Settlement & Healing After Divorce
Apr 28, 2026
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| 5/12/26 | ![]() S1:E36 – First Time Home Buyer After Divorce: Chris Henwood on Divorce Financial Planning, Mortgage Mistakes & Healing After Divorce | Divorce isn't just an emotional crisis. It's one of the most dangerous financial moments of your life — and the mortgage decisions you make during it can follow you for the next 10 years. Becky Sampson sits down with Chris Henwood, Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP) and mortgage banker at North Point Bank, to deliver the home and mortgage playbook every woman needs before she signs anything. With a career that spans 22 years as an energy futures trader on Wall Street, on-air financial expert at Reuters, practicing attorney in both securities and real estate law, and now a licensed mortgage banker in all 50 states and Washington DC — Chris brings a depth of financial and legal insight that no ordinary lender can match. His specialty: helping women in divorce slow down, ask better questions, and avoid the housing mistakes that quietly derail a fresh start before it even begins. If you're wondering whether to keep the house, sell it, refinance it, or start over — this episode is the conversation you need to have before you make that call. 🎯 In This Episode, You'll Learn: The mortgage decisions that follow you for 10 years — why housing choices made during the emotional chaos of divorce create decade-long financial consequences, and how to stop the clock before you sign anything Keeping the house vs. selling it — the financial calculus Chris uses to help clients make clear-headed decisions when they are standing on what he calls "emotional quicksand," and why "I'm not leaving my house" can become the most expensive sentence you ever say Qualifying on paper vs. being comfortable with the payment — why your lender saying "you can afford it" is not the same as "you should keep it," and the conversation Chris has with every client before they commit Becky's own foreclosure story — how stubbornness about the marital home almost cost her everything, and what she wishes she had known about slowing down before digging in Buying out your spouse: when it works and when it doesn't — the numbers-first framework Chris walks every client through, and when the honest answer is "sell and start fresh" Why Chris regularly talks himself out of business — and why that's the single clearest sign that the professional advising you actually has your best interests at heart The emotional home trap — why the house you're fighting to keep in court can quietly become the financial anchor that drags your fresh start underwater What a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP) does that a regular mortgage banker can't — and why Chris argues every divorce team needs one, alongside your attorney, financial planner, and coach First time home buyer after divorce — what women who've never handled the mortgage, the finances, or the purchase process solo need to know before they sign a single document One step at a time — Chris's philosophy for navigating the biggest financial decision of your life during the most emotionally charged moment of your life, and why this approach is the difference between surviving divorce and rebuilding strong 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free 🎙️ About Chris Henwood: Chris Henwood is a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP) and mortgage banker at North Point Bank, licensed in all 50 states and Washington DC. His career spans 22 years as an energy futures trader on Wall Street, a tenure as on-air financial expert at Reuters News Service, and a law degree earned at night while trading by day — leading him to practice securities and real estate law before making a deliberate pivot into mortgage banking. Chris works specifically with people navigating divorce who are being asked to make the biggest financial decisions of their lives during one of the most emotionally destabilizing seasons imaginable. His philosophy — listen first, explain clearly, never assume one-size-fits-all — has made him a trusted partner for family law attorneys, financial planners, and divorce coaches across the country who know their clients need a steady, honest voice in all the noise. Connect with CHRIS HENWOOD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_henwood_edge/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CJHenwoodMLO X: https://x.com/HenwoodEDGE YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HenwoodEDGE Website: https://www.northpointe.com/chris-henwood About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. #DivorcingStrong #FamilyLaw #DivorceFinance first time home buyer, first time home buyer after divorce, divorce financial planning, mortgage mistakes in divorce, healing after divorce, divorce advice, home buying after divorce, buying a house after divorce, keeping house in divorce, selling house in divorce, refinancing after divorce, foreclosure divorce, certified divorce lending professional, CDLP, divorce mortgage, divorce settlement, property division, financial planning for women, divorce over 50, women and money, high conflict divorce, divorcing a narcissist, divorce support for women, midlife reinvention, Chris Henwood, North Point Bank, divorce podcast Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 5/7/26 | ![]() S1:E35 – Coercive Control & Emotional Abuse Recovery: Erin Snow on High-Conflict Divorce, Being Heard & Healing After Divorce | If you keep leaving conversations with your spouse feeling spun, blamed, and breathless — like you've said everything and been heard by no one — this episode is going to change something inside you. Becky Sampson sits down with Erin Snow, Transformative Listening Strategist, legal advocate, and founder of Sea Coast Listening Lounge, to reveal the one thing most high-conflict divorce survivors are missing: not better arguments, not smarter legal strategy — but the experience of being truly heard. With 16+ years as a frontline legal advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking — and as the first paralegal in New Hampshire to represent her own clients directly in family court — Erin has built her life's work around a radical idea: being heard isn't a luxury. It's a turning point. If emotional abuse, coercive control, or a high-conflict marriage has left you guarded, raw, or shut down — this episode is a deep exhale. 🎯 In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why you feel unheard even when you're talking — the difference between someone listening at you versus listening for you, and what that gap costs you in high-conflict divorce The "how do you want me to listen?" question — Erin's signature approach that immediately shifts the power dynamic in any professional relationship, and the red flag to watch for when the professional doesn't ask it What coercive control does to your voice — how years of emotional abuse and gaslighting train you to stop telling the full truth because it feels like no one can hold it The physical experience of being heard — what changes in your body, your decisions, and your relationships when you finally feel safe enough to say everything out loud without performing strength Sea Coast Listening Lounge — Erin's confidential, non-clinical sanctuary where women in divorce can let it out, sort it out, and reclaim their narrative without judgment, without fixing, and without being told what to do Erin's personal story — a survivor of childhood sexual abuse who resisted letting her trauma become her calling, and the moment she realized her wound was actually her superpower The "buffet" approach to legal support — why the best attorneys, mediators, and advocates show you all the options and trust you to choose, not dictate your path — and why "my way or the highway" is a red flag worth walking away from How the justice system fails domestic violence survivors — case reviews that happen too late, listeners who weren't listening, and the systemic communication breakdown Erin has spent 16 years trying to fix How to interview a professional and know it's a right fit — the one conversation that reveals whether your attorney, coach, or mediator will fight with you or just fight for their own agenda Why "be patient, it's a process" is not dismissal — it's permission — Becky's reminder that grieving divorce takes longer than the world around you will give you credit for, and why that's okay 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free 🎙️ About Erin Snow: Erin Snow is a Transformative Listening Strategist and the founder of Sea Coast Listening Lounge — a safe, confidential, non-clinical space where women navigating divorce, emotional abuse, and life transitions can be truly heard without judgment, without being fixed, and without performing strength. A survivor herself, Erin spent 16+ years on the frontlines of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking advocacy in New Hampshire — working her way from paralegal to Director of the Domestic Violence Project at a legal aid organization, and ultimately becoming the first paralegal in the state of New Hampshire authorized to represent her own clients directly in family court. Her lived experience and legal expertise converge in a singular mission: to ensure that no woman going through one of the hardest moments of her life has to face it feeling unheard. Connect with ERIN SNOW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seacoastlisteninglounge/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seacoastlisteninglounge YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@seacoastlisteninglounge LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-snow-237998334/ About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. #DivorcingStrong #FamilyLaw #EmotionalAbuse coercive control, emotional abuse recovery, narcissistic abuse recovery, healing after divorce, high conflict divorce, emotional abuse in marriage, divorce support for women, being heard in divorce, listening boundaries, domestic violence advocacy, legal advocate, divorce communication, setting boundaries in divorce, trauma recovery, coercive control divorce, gaslighting in divorce, divorce coach, family law, child custody, abuse survivor, divorcing a narcissist, safe space for survivors, divorce podcast, midlife reinvention, Erin Snow, Sea Coast Listening Lounge Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 5/5/26 | ![]() S1:E34 – Credit Repair in Divorce: Fair Credit Attorney Jim Smith on Financial Abuse, Credit Report Errors & Healing After Divorce | If your stomach drops every time you check your credit score because you don't trust what your spouse is doing behind closed doors — this episode could save you years of financial pain. Becky Sampson sits down with Jim Smith, partner and co-founder of Fair Credit Attorneys, to deliver the credit protection playbook every woman needs before, during, and after divorce. With 20 years of experience holding credit bureaus, banks, and debt collectors accountable — and 14 years litigating nationwide consumer class actions — Jim has seen every way a high-conflict or financially abusive ex can wreck your credit report without you ever knowing. And more importantly, he knows exactly how to stop it, reverse it, and protect your fresh start. That application denial you're dreading — for housing, a car loan, or a new lease — doesn't have to be your story. But only if you know what to look for right now. 🎯 In This Episode, You'll Learn: The first thing to do the moment divorce becomes a possibility — pull all three credit reports (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) from annualcreditreport.com and establish a baseline before your ex has any reason to act strategically Joint accounts vs. authorized user accounts — the critical legal distinction that determines whether your ex's financial behavior will haunt YOUR credit report for years, and what to do about each one during the divorce proceeding The 22-year student loan bomb: a real case where a divorce decree assigned debt to a wife — but the ex-husband's credit was still destroyed two decades later because the creditor never cared what the court said Why a divorce decree does NOT protect your credit — creditors go back to the original signed agreement, not your court order, and why ignoring this gap can cost you enormously How to remove yourself as an authorized user — and why you cannot do it yourself; it must be negotiated into the divorce settlement before the decree is signed The free credit review Jim's firm offers — a no-hard-inquiry, item-by-item credit report analysis specifically designed for people in divorce, at zero cost Credit report errors under the Fair Credit Reporting Act — what triggers a legitimate dispute, when the credit bureaus fail their investigation duty, and when it's time to bring a lawsuit to force the correction The real-world consequences of damaged credit in divorce — blocked housing applications, employment background check failures, inability to get transportation — and how credit sabotage becomes another tool of financial abuse in high-conflict marriages When to look at your credit a second time — at the end of the divorce — to catch any last-minute authorized user accounts or joint liabilities that slipped through How Jim collaborates with family law attorneys and financial professionals to close the gap between the legal decree and the actual credit file — so your fresh start isn't sabotaged before it even begins 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free 🎙️ About Jim Smith: Jim Smith is a partner and co-founder of Fair Credit Attorneys, a nationally recognized consumer protection law firm dedicated to correcting credit reporting errors and pursuing real relief when those errors cause real-life harm. With 20 years of experience holding credit reporting agencies, banks, and debt collectors accountable — including 14 years litigating consumer class actions nationwide — Jim found his calling in the Fair Credit Reporting Act: a legal framework where he could fight for people who had done nothing wrong but were being penalized anyway. Since launching Fair Credit Attorneys in 2019, Jim has made it a priority to collaborate with family law attorneys and financial planners, specifically when divorce, identity theft, and credit damage intersect — ensuring his clients are never blocked from housing, employment, or the clean financial start they deserve. Connect with JIM SMITH Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fair.creditattorneys Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/faircreditattorney/followers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-smith-722366135/ Website: https://faircreditattorneys.com/ About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: ****https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. #DivorcingStrong #FamilyLaw #FinancialAbuse credit repair, credit repair after divorce, financial abuse in divorce, healing after divorce, credit report errors, divorce financial planning, credit score divorce, identity theft protection, joint accounts divorce, authorized user divorce, fair credit reporting act, divorce settlement, financial infidelity, credit monitoring, credit sabotage, high conflict divorce, narcissistic abuse recovery, divorcing a narcissist, protecting credit in divorce, consumer protection attorney, credit bureaus, Equifax Experian TransUnion, divorce advice for women, midlife reinvention, divorce support for women, divorce podcast Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 4/30/26 | ![]() S1:E33 – Life After Divorce: Divorce Coach Justin Milrad on Divorce Recovery, Rebuilding After Divorce & Healing After Divorce | If you've survived the paperwork but you still feel like you're disappearing — like the marriage ended, but so did the version of you that knew who she was — this episode is your turning point. Becky Sampson sits down with Justin Milrad, Certified Divorce Coach, author of YOU 2.0: Divorce a Better Way Forward, and founder of Reclaim and Reboot, to deliver the blueprint for not just surviving divorce — but designing the most intentional, powerful version of your life on the other side. A father of three who lived through a seven-figure, 8-day jury trial divorce he describes as "11 out of 10 terrible," Justin knows the terrain from both sides of the table. And what he built from the wreckage is exactly what he's sharing with you today. This is not a conversation about getting through divorce. This is a roadmap for growing through it — and coming out clearer, stronger, and more aligned than before. 🎯 In This Episode, You'll Learn: The YOU 2.0 model — why trying to go back to life "as it was before" is the single biggest trap in divorce recovery, and how to design the next version of yourself with intention at 9, 12, and 18 months out The sobering financial reality — women are 41% worse off financially after divorce, men are 27% worse off — and the specific mediation prep steps that protect you before you sign anything Why Justin spent 7 figures on a divorce that started amicably — and the single decision he made that he believes triggered the entire collapse The 8-week shift from victim to survivor — what Justin's fiancée learned from her divorce coach that took her from stuck to thriving, and why it became his life mission Radical acceptance in divorce — the apology you're waiting for is never coming, and why accepting that truth is the fastest path to reclaiming your power Co-parenting done right — why Justin calls being a parent "the greatest job on earth" and how he and his ex went from an 8-day courtroom war to what he describes as an A+ co-parenting relationship The divorce team blueprint — attorney, divorce coach, therapist, financial planner, and subpoena experts — who does what, why you need all of them, and why calling your attorney first is one of the most expensive mistakes you can make The 4-hour co-parenting class Justin wished had been the first thing his attorney gave him — and what he now does with every single client before anything else The mediation blind spots most attorneys miss — college costs, car insurance for the kids, braces, extracurriculars — and how a divorce coach fills that gap without the hourly rate of a lawyer Hope from the other side — Justin is engaged. Becky is happily married. Life after divorce is not just possible. It's waiting for you. 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free 🎙️ About Justin Milrad: Justin Milrad is a Certified Divorce Coach, serial entrepreneur, author of YOU 2.0: Divorce a Better Way Forward, and founder of Reclaim and Reboot. A father of three with an MBA and a background in financial planning, Justin brings a rare dual lens to divorce coaching — blending the practical (budgets, mediation prep, team building) with the deeply personal (radical acceptance, identity rebuilding, co-parenting). After living through one of the most contentious divorces imaginable and discovering the life-changing impact of divorce coaching through his now-fiancée, he made it his mission to ensure no one navigates this terrain alone — or unprepared. Connect with JUSTIN MILRAD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reclaimandreboot.me/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReclaimAndReboot LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinmilrad/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReclaimAndReboot Website: https://reclaimandreboot.me/ About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. #DivorcingStrong #FamilyLaw #DivorceRecovery life after divorce, divorce recovery, divorce coach, rebuilding after divorce, healing after divorce, divorce financial planning, co-parenting after divorce, divorce mindset, radical acceptance, divorce support for women, identity after divorce, narcissistic abuse recovery, high conflict divorce, divorcing a narcissist, midlife reinvention, women and divorce, divorce team, mediation preparation, YOU 2.0, Reclaim and Reboot, Justin Milrad, divorce podcast, emotional recovery divorce, personal growth after divorce, surviving divorce Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 4/28/26 | ![]() S1:E32 – Divorce Financial Planning & Real Estate: CDFA Melissa Murphy Pavone on the Marital Home, Divorce Settlement & Healing After Divorce | If you've been white-knuckling your way through divorce because you're convinced keeping the house is the only thing holding your life together — stop. Before you sign anything, before you tell your attorney, "I want the house," you need to hear this episode. Becky Sampson sits down with Melissa Murphy Pavone, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP), founder of Mindful Financial Partners, to break down the real numbers, the hidden costs, and the financial decisions that will define your life long after the divorce decree is signed. With 18 years of financial guidance and a decade specializing in divorce financial planning, Melissa is the calm, clear voice women need when the math feels terrifying and the emotions feel louder. This is not just about the house. This is about your financial future — and how to protect it. 🎯 In This Episode, You'll Learn: The three-pronged divorce team — emotional support, financial support, and legal support — and why calling your attorney first is one of the most expensive mistakes you can make The Golden Handcuffs problem: why those COVID-era 2.5–3% interest rates are driving some of the most emotionally charged (and financially dangerous) house decisions women make in divorce The marital home decision tree — all three paths: sell and split, one spouse buys out the other, or "nesting" — and the real-world math behind each option Capital gains tax and home improvements — the questions your financial advisor must ask before your divorce settlement is finalized (and why most people get annoyed when asked) The five financial clarity pillars you must know before negotiating: what you own, what you owe, what you earn, what you spend, and your credit score Why "I'm keeping the house no matter what" is the most dangerous sentence in a divorce — and how to pressure-test that decision with real what-if financial scenarios How to look at every financial decision through the lens of your children — a reframe that removes the resentment and brings clarity to even the hardest choices Why Melissa — a New York State licensed mediator — refuses to do a full mediation alone, and what that integrity tells you about who you want on your team Melissa's upcoming book on designing your divorce team — and the blueprint she uses to keep professionals in their lanes so you don't blow your budget 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free 🎙️ About Melissa Murphy Pavone: Melissa Murphy Pavone is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and New York State-licensed mediator. She is the founder of Mindful Financial Partners, where she brings 18+ years of financial guidance to individuals navigating the emotional and financial complexity of divorce. A child of divorce herself, Melissa is driven by a deeply personal mission: to ensure the women she works with make financial decisions with both their heart and their head — so their futures remain protected. She has been specializing in divorce financial planning since 2015. Connect with MELISSA MURPHY PAVONE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissampavone/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.murphy.108889 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamurphypavone/ Website: https://mindfulfinancialpartners.com/ Website: https://mindfuldivorcepartners.com/ About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. #DivorcingStrong #FamilyLaw #DivorceFinancialPlanning divorce financial planning, healing after divorce, divorce settlement, divorce and real estate, certified divorce financial analyst, CDFA, marital home in divorce, keeping the house in divorce, divorce over 50, financial planning for women, divorce team, divorce mediation, divorce attorney, co-parenting after divorce, capital gains and divorce, divorce retirement accounts, financial infidelity, women and money, rebuilding after divorce, midlife reinvention, divorce support for women, divorce podcast, mindful financial partners, divorce financial advisor Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | ![]() S1:E31 – Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: Mediator Kiki Grossman on High-Conflict Divorce Texts & Healing After Divorce | If your divorce has turned your phone into a battlefield — where one text from your ex can spike your anxiety and ruin your entire day — this episode is your playbook. Becky Sampson sits down with Kiki Grossman, Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator and attorney, to deliver the exact strategies that stop high-conflict divorce communication spirals before they cost you more money, more time, and more emotional energy. Whether you're divorcing a narcissist, navigating co-parenting after separation, or stuck in the same fight on repeat — this episode gives you the tools to stop reacting and start responding. 🎯 In This Episode, You'll Learn: The BIFF Method (Brief, Informative, Friendly, Firm) — the gold standard for responding to hostile, manipulative, or emotionally charged messages from a high-conflict or narcissistic ex The Pause Practice — a deceptively simple but powerful tool to stop the text spiral before you send something you'll regret Why your nervous system is wired to vilify your ex — and the neuroscience behind why your chest tightens, and your brain goes blank during conflict How your conflict style shifts depending on who you're fighting with — and what to do when you're stuck in avoidance mode The Brené Brown "strengths perspective" exercise for building real conflict capacity — without shame Why Kiki went from art major and yoga instructor to law school — and what her journey reveals about healing after divorce The "No Mud, No Lotus" mindset shift that turns your divorce pain into a springboard for growth How Leapfrog Divorce can be a faster, less destructive alternative to traditional litigation The one thing you must do before you can stop objectifying your ex — and why it matters for your outcome 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free 🎙️ About Kiki Grossman: Kiki Grossman is a conflict-navigation educator, psychological-safety builder, Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, and member of the Florida Bar. She holds an LLM from the Strauss Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University and brings over 30 years of trauma-informed yoga practice to her conflict resolution work. She is the founder of Leapfrog Divorce and Leapfrog Conflict Resolution, working to create smoother resolutions for families navigating high-conflict divorce — without the courtroom warfare. Connect with KIKI GROSSMAN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leap_frog_divorce/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leapfrogdivorce/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-grossman/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@leapfrogdivorce Website: https://leapfrogconflictresolution.com/ About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. #DivorcingStrong #FamilyLaw #HighConflictDivorce healing after divorce, narcissistic abuse recovery, divorcing a narcissist, high conflict divorce, divorce communication, co-parenting with a narcissist, BIFF method, divorce mediation, family law, gaslighting in divorce, legal abuse, emotional abuse divorce, narcissistic ex, conflict resolution, divorce support for women, midlife reinvention, trauma informed healing, rebuilding after divorce, peaceful divorce, divorce strategies, financial infidelity, psychological safety, women and divorce, divorce podcast Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 4/21/26 | ![]() S1:E30 – Hidden Assets in Divorce: Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin & How to Find Digital Money Before It Vanishes with Divorce Attorney Kyle Sellett | What if your spouse is hiding money in a place your attorney has never even looked? Cryptocurrency and digital assets have become the newest frontier of financial infidelity in divorce — and most attorneys have no idea how to find them, trace them, or value them. Illinois divorce attorney Kyle Sellett is one of the rare experts who does. In fact, he teaches other attorneys how to handle crypto in divorce cases. And today, he's teaching you. Whether you're deep in a high-conflict divorce and suspect your spouse is hiding digital assets, trying to understand your divorce financial planning options, or simply want to protect what's yours before it vanishes into a blockchain — this episode is the conversation your attorney probably hasn't had with you yet. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ What cryptocurrency actually is — explained in plain English, no technical background required (blockchain, mining, wallets, and why it's called "digital gold") ✅ The three types of crypto storage your spouse might be using — hot wallets, cold wallets, and hardware wallets — and why each one creates a different discovery challenge for your attorney ✅ The real story: how someone lost millions of dollars in Bitcoin because of a single lost hard drive — and what this means for your divorce settlement ✅ The exact tactics spouses use to conceal cryptocurrency assets — and the red flags Kyle looks for to unmask them ✅ How the discovery process works for hidden crypto assets: subpoenas, forensic analysis, and when to bring in a specialist (and when it's NOT worth the cost) ✅ The cost-benefit analysis every woman must run before hiring a forensic crypto expert — Kyle's practical framework for deciding if it's worth pursuing ✅ The Practitioner Checklist — Kyle's step-by-step action plan for identifying, locating, and valuing digital assets in any divorce case ✅ Why Kyle personally prefers mediation and collaborative divorce strategies over litigation — and how this philosophy can save you money even in a high-conflict case ✅ The legal standard for dissipation and concealment of crypto assets — and how courts are now treating intentional cryptocurrency hiding as a serious financial offense ✅ Kyle's own definition of what it means to "Divorce Strong" — a perspective that will shift how you think about coming out the other side Memorable moments: "I started learning about crypto because I had to teach a CLE. And then I realized — nobody in family law knew this stuff." — Kyle Sellett "Coming out the other side, understanding what happened, accepting it, and being able to move past it. That's what Divorcing Strong means." — Kyle Sellett "The question isn't just whether your spouse has crypto. The question is — do you know where to look?" — Becky Sampson Whether you're newly separated and overwhelmed, deep in a high-conflict divorce involving hidden assets, or healing after divorce and trying to make sense of what you may have missed — this episode hands you the knowledge to protect what's yours. You are not just surviving. You are becoming YOU 2.0. 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free About Kyle Sellett: Kyle Sellett is an Illinois divorce and family law attorney who has become one of the leading legal voices on the intersection of cryptocurrency and divorce proceedings. As one of the few attorneys who actively teaches other family law practitioners how to handle digital assets in divorce cases — through CLEs and professional training — Kyle brings a rare combination of technical crypto knowledge and practical courtroom experience. He is a passionate advocate for mediation and collaborative approaches that keep clients in control of their outcomes. Connect with KYLE SELLETT Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeissKunzOliverLLC/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylesellett/ Website: https://www.wkofamilylaw.com/attorney-profiles/kyle-sellett/ About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, don't hesitate to get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. #DivorcingStrong #HiddenAssets #DivorceFinancialPlanning #FinancialInfidelity #HighConflictDivorce Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 4/16/26 | ![]() S1:E29 – Women and Money: Divorce Financial Planning, Financial Infidelity & What to Know Before You Sign with CDFA Rhonda Noordyk | Women and money in divorce — it's the conversation nobody prepared you for, and it may be the most expensive conversation you'll ever have. Before you sign a single document, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) Rhonda Noordyk, Financial Divorce Advocate and founder of The Women's Financial Wellness Center, wants you to know the 5 money traps that are silently costing divorcing women thousands — and the 6-step settlement framework she's used to move over $25 million into the hands of women who would have left it on the table. From divorce financial planning and financial infidelity detection to hidden asset exposure and negotiation strategy, Rhonda joins host Becky Sampson to give you the financial playbook your attorney may never hand you — and the confidence to walk into your settlement knowing you have all the information you need. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ The 5 money traps silently draining women's divorce settlements — and how to identify every single one before you sign ✅ Rhonda's BRIDGE Method (Breathe, Review, Identify, Dial In, Guide, Exhale) — the 6-step framework for navigating your divorce settlement with clarity instead of panic ✅ The DAMN Method — Rhonda's red-flag detection system for spotting financial deception and financial infidelity before it destroys your settlement ✅ Why women are systematically labeled "overly emotional" in family court when they raise valid financial concerns — and the bias Rhonda has witnessed firsthand inside the legal system ✅ The shocking discovery process loophole: why a subpoena is sometimes the only way to get the full financial picture — and why your attorney may not be fighting hard enough to get it ✅ How the "stay quiet, stay agreeable" trap keeps women from asking for what they're legally entitled to — and the one mindset shift that changes everything ✅ Becky's personal story: the moment of "absolute panic" during her own second divorce, when she realized she had no idea where the money was ✅ What a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) actually does — and why hiring one may be the most financially protective decision you make in your entire divorce ✅ The creative negotiation move that saved one client's settlement when life insurance was denied: a lien on the estate — and how to ask for it ✅ The equation that unlocks everything: Knowledge + Experience = Confidence — and how to get both before you ever sit down at the settlement table Memorable moments: "You do not have to settle without all the information on the table. Period." — Becky Sampson "We've moved over $25 million into the hands of women who would have left it on the table." — Rhonda Noordyk "Having the right information to make good decisions — that's what Divorcing Strong means." — Rhonda Noordyk "I don't pay you to think." — What a client's husband told her, illustrating exactly why financial knowledge is power in divorce Whether you're in the early stages of divorce financial planning, deep in a high-conflict settlement, or healing after divorce and trying to understand what you may have unknowingly signed away — this episode is your financial protection playbook. You are not just surviving. You are becoming YOU 2.0. 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free About Rhonda Noordyk: Rhonda Noordyk is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), Financial Divorce Advocate, and founder of The Women's Financial Wellness Center. With years of experience helping women navigate the financial complexities of divorce, Rhonda has moved over $25 million into the hands of women who would otherwise have left it on the settlement table. She is the host of the Divorce Dialogues podcast and a tireless advocate for women's financial literacy, empowerment, and independence through and beyond divorce. Connect with RHONDA NOORDYK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhondanoordyk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wfwcdivorce/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhondanoordyk/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RhondaNoordyk Website: https://womensfinancialwellnesscenter.com/ 🎧About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. #DivorcingStrong #WomenAndMoney #DivorceFinancialPlanning #FinancialInfidelity #HealingAfterDivorce Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 4/14/26 | ![]() S1:E28 – Divorce Without a Lawyer: How to Win in Family Court, Child Custody Tips & What Your Attorney Won't Tell You with Tracey Bee, The Divorce Solutionist | What if the biggest mistake in your divorce isn't hiring the wrong attorney — it's not knowing how to navigate family courts yourself? Healing after divorce starts with protecting yourself in the courtroom, and former family law attorney Tracey Bee, known as The Divorce Solutionist, is pulling back the curtain on everything the legal system won't volunteer. Whether you're facing child custody battles, going through a divorce without a lawyer, or trying to figure out how to win in family court without getting steamrolled — this episode is your strategic playbook. With years of experience inside the family court system and her own pivot away from law after witnessing its toll on families firsthand, Tracey Bee now coaches women to represent themselves strategically, understand the "game" of court, and walk out with outcomes that protect their children and their future. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ The single most important mindset shift every woman must make before she walks into a family courtroom — from "concerned mom" to litigant (and why getting this wrong costs you everything) ✅ Why family court is a "game" with rules nobody hands you — and exactly how to learn them before your first hearing ✅ The #1 reason Tracey left her family law career — and the judge's warning she received on Day 1 that predicted it all ✅ How to "study your opponent" — researching your judge's tendencies, opposing counsel's patterns, and the unwritten rules of your specific courtroom ✅ The dangerous mistake Becky made when she represented herself: trying to act like a lawyer — and what to do instead ✅ Why rushing to hire a divorce attorney in the shock/denial phase of divorce is often the worst financial decision you can make ✅ Practical child custody tips: how to document, communicate, and present yourself as the stable, strategic parent the court wants to see ✅ The difference between "process" and "law" — and why understanding this distinction changes everything for self-represented litigants ✅ How to protect your mental health and nervous system while simultaneously fighting the legal battle of your life ✅ The powerful reframe that defines what "Divorcing Strong" really means: "This is not what's happening to you — it's what's happening for you." Memorable moments: "Family court is a game. You have to understand the game to win the game." — Tracey Bee "Don't rush to hire an attorney in your shock phase. Do some of your own legwork first." — Tracey Bee "I tried to act like a lawyer. That was my biggest mistake." — Becky Sampson Whether you're newly separated and facing family court for the first time, deep in a high-conflict custody battle, or healing after divorce and trying to make sense of what just happened in that courtroom — this episode gives you the strategy, the mindset, and the roadmap to stop flailing and start winning. You are not just surviving. You are becoming YOU 2.0. 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free About Tracey Bee, The Divorce Solutionist: Tracey Bee is a former family law attorney turned divorce coach and strategist, known as The Divorce Solutionist. After years inside the family court system — watching the toll it takes on families and on attorneys — Tracey left traditional law to empower self-represented litigants with the strategies, tools, and mindset they need to navigate divorce without being steamrolled. She is the host of The Divorce Solutionist Podcast and a dedicated advocate for women facing family court alone. Connect with TRACEY BEE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedivorcesolutionist/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/familycourtstrategist/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/familycourtstrategist/ Website: https://thedivorcesolutionist.com 🎧About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. #DivorcingStrong #FamilyLaw #DivorceWithoutALawyer #HealingAfterDivorce #ChildCustody Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 4/9/26 | ![]() S1:E27 – Starting Over at 50: Life After Divorce, Midlife Reinvention & Finding Joy Again with Santa Papa John | What if the most broken chapter of your life became the origin story of your greatest purpose? After 34 years of marriage, a painful divorce, and a moment of unexpected magic in a grocery store, a retired truck driver with over 3 million miles on the road became Santa Papa John — a full-time professional Santa Claus with 100,000+ social media followers and a mission to bring joy to anyone who's forgotten what it feels like to smile. Life after divorce, midlife reinvention, and starting over at 50 have never looked — or felt — like this. Santa Papa John joins host Becky Sampson for one of the most joyful, unexpected, and deeply moving conversations in Divorcing Strong™ history. His story of divorce recovery, personal reinvention, and healing after divorce is proof that your second chapter isn't just possible — it might be the one you were always meant to live. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ How a 34-year marriage ended — and what Santa Papa John wishes he'd known sooner about his own happiness ✅ The grocery store moment that changed everything: how two misbehaving children and a bag of candy canes sparked his life's greatest purpose ✅ Why his current wife saw something in him he couldn't see in himself — and how the right partner transforms your midlife reinvention ✅ The raw truth about growing a beard "to spite" his first wife — and what it taught him about lost identity in a deteriorating marriage ✅ Two elderly sisters, ages 68 and 70, sitting on Santa's lap for the first time since childhood — the story that will break you wide open (in the best way) ✅ The "Share a Smile" challenge: the one tiny daily action that can begin rebuilding your life after divorce TODAY ✅ Why choosing joy is not toxic positivity — it's a survival strategy for divorce recovery and midlife reset ✅ How stepping completely out of your comfort zone — including wearing a Santa suit year-round as "July Santa" — can rebuild your confidence and your identity ✅ The simple, powerful message Santa Papa John delivers to every adult who sits in his chair: it's never too late to start over Memorable moments: "I've got a story!" — Santa Papa John, the moment he heard Becky helped women through divorce "Share a smile with someone you don't know today. That's all. Just start there." — Santa Papa John Whether you're freshly separated, deep in your healing after divorce, or standing at the crossroads of a midlife reinvention you didn't plan — this episode is your reminder that rebuilding after divorce can look like something you never expected. You are not just surviving. You are becoming YOU 2.0. 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free About Santa Papa John: Santa Papa John is a full-time professional Santa Claus, known as "July Santa," with over 100,000 social media followers across platforms where he shares daily messages of joy and positivity. A former long-haul truck driver with over 3 million miles logged and a former DJ, Santa Papa John discovered his calling after his own divorce — when his new wife helped him find the magic he'd buried inside himself. He is now happily remarried and dedicated to creating joyful memories for people of all ages. Connect with SANTA PAPA JOHN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/santapapajohn/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/santapapajohnmn/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SantaPapaJohn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnrosdobutko/ Website: https://santapapajohn.com/ 🎧About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. #DivorcingStrong #LifeAfterDivorce #HealingAfterDivorce #MidlifeReinvention #StartingOverAt50 Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
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| 4/7/26 | ![]() S1:E26 – Peaceful Divorce: Mediation, Conscious Uncoupling & Healing After Divorce with Florida Family Law Attorney Anthony Diaz | Healing after divorce begins the moment you realize you have more options than a courtroom battle. Is a peaceful divorce actually possible — even when things feel broken beyond repair? Can mediation protect your children, your finances, and your future without going to war with your ex? Florida Family Law Attorney Anthony Diaz, Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator and Board Member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, joins host Becky Sampson to show you exactly how the divorce process can look when dignity — not destruction — leads the way. With a background as a former CPA and Assistant State Attorney, and his own deeply personal divorce story, Anthony reveals the creative legal options most attorneys never tell you about, the rights you have in mediation that could save your settlement, and why the peaceful divorce path may actually be your strongest move. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ What collaborative divorce and mediation actually mean — and how they're different from what you've been told ✅ The "nesting" strategy that lets your children stay in the family home while YOU come and go — and how to negotiate it outside of court ✅ The #1 right you have in mediation that nobody tells you: you never have to sign anything on the spot ✅ Why a judge can't give you the outcome you actually need — and what the divorce process looks like when you stay out of court ✅ The "needs vs. wants" framework that unlocks creative solutions and breaks impasse in mediation ✅ How to protect yourself if your spouse is negotiating in bad faith during mediation ✅ Why conscious uncoupling isn't just for celebrities — and how regular people use it to protect their families ✅ Anthony's raw, personal story of going through his own highly emotional divorce — and how it transformed his entire legal practice ✅ The one thing Anthony wants every listener to know: there is hope. Memorable moment: "When you get to the 'why' behind things, you open up this whole universe of possibilities." — Anthony Diaz Whether you're in the early stages of separation, deep in a high-conflict divorce, or trying to find a way to uncouple with grace, this episode is your playbook for taking back control of the divorce process — and walking out stronger on the other side as YOU 2.0. 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free About Anthony Diaz: Anthony Diaz is a Florida Divorce Attorney, Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator, former CPA, and former Assistant State Attorney. As a Board Member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP), Anthony has dedicated his practice to helping families navigate the divorce process with dignity, creativity, and compassion. Known as "the collaborative peacemaker," he specializes in mediation, collaborative, and uncontested divorce. Connect with ANTHONY DIAZ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecollaborativepeacemaker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnthonyDiazThePeaceMaker/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the1peacemaker/ Website: https://anthonydiazlaw.com/ 🎧About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. #DivorcingStrong #PeacefulDivorce #FamilyLaw #HealingAfterDivorce #ConsciousUncoupling Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 4/3/26 | ![]() S1:E25 – Mortgage After Divorce: Credit Repair, Home Buying & Financial Recovery with Rebecca Richardson, The Mortgage Mentor | Healing after divorce starts with knowing your financial options — and that includes the roof over your head. Can you qualify for a mortgage after a divorce? What happens to your credit when joint debts go unpaid? Can alimony or child support count as income on a loan application? Divorce financial planning expert and nationally ranked mortgage originator Rebecca Richardson, The Mortgage Mentor, joins host Becky Sampson to answer every question you were too afraid — or too overwhelmed — to ask. With 24+ years of experience and her own personal divorce story, Rebecca breaks down the lending rules lenders won't volunteer, the documentation mistakes that derail approvals, and the strategies that help women reclaim financial independence and buy a home on their own terms. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ Whether you can qualify for a mortgage before your divorce is even finalized ✅ The #1 documentation mistake that tanks mortgage applications during divorce ✅ Why your alimony or child support MUST go into a separate account (and what happens if it doesn't) ✅ How joint debt affects your credit — even if your ex is legally responsible for the payments ✅ Why getting pre-approved NOW gives you negotiating power at the settlement table ✅ The truth about shared debts: you don't have to pay them off before buying a home ✅ Creative homeownership strategies when your income feels uncertain ✅ Becky's own raw, personal story of losing a condo to foreclosure during her first divorce — and what she'd do differently Memorable moment: "It's better to know, because then you can take focused action — versus just flailing." — Rebecca Richardson Whether you're in the middle of a high-conflict divorce, newly separated, or rebuilding after settlement, this episode is your financial playbook for protecting your housing future and stepping into YOU 2.0. 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free Connect with REBECCA RICHARDSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.mortgage.mentor/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebeccawalshrichardson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.mortgage.mentor?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the.mortgage.mentor Website: https://www.rebeccarichardsonmortgage.com/divorce 🎧About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. #DivorcingStrong #DivorceFinancialPlanning #MortgageAfterDivorce #HealingAfterDivorce #HighConflictDivorce #FamilyLaw #CreditRepairAfterDivorce #BuyingAHomeAfterDivorce #CoParenting #DivorceRecovery #WomenAndMoney #FinancialFreedom #TheMortgageMentor #OnlySubpoenas Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 4/1/26 | ![]() S1:E24 – Divorcing a Narcissist? Paulette Rigo's Strategies to Outsmart a Difficult Spouse and Save $45K–$70K in Legal Fees | Divorce recovery, narcissistic abuse recovery, and divorcing a narcissist — Paulette Rigo shares the no-BS strategies for high conflict divorce that have saved her clients $45,000–$70,000 and years of their lives. If your divorce is spiraling out of control, there's a reason — and it has nothing to do with your attorney. It's because you're mixing your Bowl of Emotions with your Spreadsheet, and those two things can never coexist in the same conversation. Paulette Rigo is a Certified Divorce Coach, ADR Credentialed Private Mediator, Certified Divorce Specialist, and founder of the Better Divorce Academy. She didn't learn this in a classroom. She survived an 8.5-year fully litigated divorce — including a 12-day trial and a 4-year appeal all the way to the State Supreme Court. Then she studied 272 divorce cases around her and built a framework that works even when your spouse is a narcissist, a liar, or completely unwilling to cooperate. In this episode, Paulette breaks down the two non-negotiable strategies for anyone divorcing a difficult or high-conflict spouse: Radical Acceptance (believing your ex truly IS who they are — and stopping the exhausting fight to prove otherwise) and Realistic Expectations (understanding that narcissists are actually predictable — once you know the pattern, you can outmaneuver them). She also explains why mediation almost always fails with narcissists, how to calculate your ROI on litigation before spending a dollar you'll never recover, and why your divorce coach — not your attorney — is your most powerful strategic weapon. Whether you're early in the process or knee-deep in a custody battle, this episode hands you the blueprint to stop reacting and start moving with strategy, composure, and power. In this episode: The "Bowl of Emotions vs. Spreadsheet" framework that changes everything Why leaving an abusive marriage often makes things worse first — and how to prepare Radical Acceptance: the #1 mindset shift for divorcing a difficult person Why narcissists are predictable — and how to use that against them How to calculate your ROI on litigation before fighting a battle you can't win The hidden step before mediation, most people skip entirely Why your attorney is NOT your advocate — and whose job it actually is How Paulette's clients save an average of $45,000–$70,000 and 8–22 months 💌 Download your FREE "100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know": https://onlysubpoenas.com/free About Paulette Rigo: Paulette Rigo is a Certified Divorce Coach, ADR Credentialed Private Mediator, Certified Divorce Specialist, Certified Amicable Divorce Professional, and founder of the Better Divorce Academy. She is the author of the Better Divorce Blueprint and host of the Better Divorce Podcast. After navigating an 8.5-year litigated divorce including a 12-day trial and a 4-year State Supreme Court appeal, Paulette built a proven framework that helps clients in long-term, high-asset, and high-conflict divorces save tens of thousands and move forward with clarity and power. Connect with PAULETTE RIGOInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauletterigo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/betterdivorceacademy/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterdivorceacademy X: https://x.com/paulettegloria YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6xmhF1sMo-nQaNhgSRfrfQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/betterdivorceacademy/ Website: https://betterdivorceacademy.com/ 🎧About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. healing after divorce, high conflict divorce, narcissistic abuse recovery, divorcing a narcissist, divorce recovery, divorce coach, divorce podcast, narcissistic abuse, co-parenting with a narcissist, divorce tips for women, radical acceptance, divorce financial abuse, divorce mediation, high asset divorce, better divorce academy, Paulette Rigo Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 3/30/26 | ![]() S1:E23 – Midlife Reinvention: From Abusive Marriage & $150K Debt to Business Empire | Margarita Eberline | Midlife reinvention isn't a concept for Margarita Eberline — it's a survival story. She left an abusive marriage while raising five children, faced $150K in debt, lost her business, battled suicidal thoughts, and started over after the divorce with nothing but a mindset coach, one courageous decision, and a refusal to let suffering be her final chapter. Today, she's the founder of Marketing Boss, a thriving data-driven marketing firm serving law firms and business owners across the country. In this episode of Divorcing Strong, host Becky Sampson sits down with Margarita to map every step of her journey from rock bottom to empire — so you can borrow her blueprint for starting over after divorce, no matter how far down you feel right now. This isn't just a story of divorce recovery. It's a masterclass in divorce after 40, rebuilding after divorce with debt, single mom entrepreneurship, and the decision to choose yourself when every system — legal, financial, and emotional — feels stacked against you. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER: ✅ How Margarita navigated a simultaneous business dissolution AND personal divorce — with a newborn and four other children at home ✅ The moment she hit rock bottom and the one phone call that became her lifeline (mindset coaching changed everything) ✅ The "God drop" moment: how she found her divorce attorney at a conference when she was ready to go pro se because she couldn't afford legal help ✅ The hardest decision she made — leaving the marital home — and what she would do completely differently today ✅ Why she stayed in a toxic marriage longer than she should have, and the guilt-driven legal mistakes that cost her in court ✅ The therapy breakthrough that ended her "provider OR present mom" battle — and how the word "AND" transformed her entire identity ✅ How she built Marketing Boss from scratch as a single mom of five, and why her clients are primarily law firms and business owners ✅ Why Margarita still believes in marriage — and exactly where she draws the line between "working on it" and walking away ✅ Her definition of Divorcing Strong: "Doing it with love — and being happy, being joyful." MARGARITA'S BIGGEST LESSONS FOR DIVORCEES: Do NOT leave the marital home prematurely — it has legal and custody consequences Hire a divorce attorney — even if you have to ask for help to find one Don't let guilt dictate your legal strategy — your ex's attorney won't have that problem Find your mindset support FIRST — clarity before strategy You don't have to choose between being a provider and a present parent — you are BOTH MEMORABLE QUOTES: "I was a new mom. I had just given birth to my fifth child. And my business was dissolving at the same time as my marriage." — Margarita Eberline "I didn't have to choose. I could be AND. I could be a present mom AND a provider. That was the breakthrough." — Margarita Eberline "Divorcing strong means doing it with love — and being happy, being joyful." — Margarita Eberline ABOUT MARGARITA EBERLINE: Margarita Eberline is a single mother of five, an entrepreneur, and the founder of Marketing Boss — a data-driven marketing agency supporting law firms and small business owners. After leaving an abusive marriage, navigating $150K in debt, and rebuilding her life from the ground up, Margarita became living proof that midlife reinvention is possible at any starting point. Her story is one of radical resilience, strategic rebuilding, and the power of choosing joy after divorce. CONNECT WITH MARGARITA: 🔗 Marketing Boss — https://margaritaeberline.com/ 🔗 Connect with Margarita — https://www.linkedin.com/in/margieeberline/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/margieeberline/https://www.linkedin.com/in/margieeberline/ BECKY'S FREE RESOURCE: 📘 100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know — https://onlysubpoenas.com/free 🔗 Only Subpoenas™ — https://onlysubpoenas.com/ https://onlysubpoenas.com/ 🎧About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. KEYWORDS: midlife reinvention, starting over after divorce, rebuilding after divorce, divorce after 40, single mom after divorce, mompreneur, life after divorce, abusive marriage recovery, midlife transformation, divorce resilience, women entrepreneurship, divorce financial recovery, healing journey, single mom entrepreneurship, divorce recovery for women #DivorcingStrong #MidlifeReinvention #StartingOverAfterDivorce Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 3/27/26 | ![]() S1:E22 – Rebuilding After Divorce: A Psychotherapist's 5-Stage Roadmap for Women | Oona Metz | Rebuilding after divorce starts with one truth: you have to FEEL it to heal it. In this episode, psychotherapist Oona Metz — author of "Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women" and a 30-year veteran of divorce recovery support — shares her 5-Stage Roadmap for healing after divorce, and why skipping even one stage will keep you emotionally stuck long after the papers are signed. Oona has spent 15 years running in-person divorce support groups for women. She didn't just study grief after divorce — she lived it. Her personal experience, combined with three decades of clinical expertise, gives this episode a rare combination: professional credibility and raw, honest vulnerability that will make you feel less alone in every stage of your process. Host Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, brings her own powerful story — losing 130 pounds, leaving her career, and navigating divorce in the same month — to this conversation about divorce recovery for women, emotional healing, and what it truly means to be Divorcing Strong. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER: ✅ Oona's 5 Stages of Divorce Grief — and the exact warning signs you're skipping one ✅ Why "The Rollercoaster" is the longest stage and how to survive it without burning out your support system ✅ The self-care practices that don't cost a dime (and why perfectionism makes it worse) ✅ The one thing Oona wished she had during her own divorce — and how it changed her entire career ✅ How to communicate with a high-conflict ex — the BIFF method, Our Family Wizard, and the "separate email box" strategy ✅ How to draft every message to your ex as if a judge will read it — because they might ✅ How language shapes your divorce outcome — and the "peace linguistics" approach that can protect you legally and emotionally ✅ Why "letting go" doesn't mean forgetting — it means freeing up your energy for YOU 2.0 ✅ The moment Becky knew she had to rebuild her whole life — and what finally gave her permission to start OONA'S 5 STAGES OF DIVORCE GRIEF: Heartbreak — The loss of dreams, promises, and identity The Rollercoaster — Unpredictable emotions triggered by dates, places, and even weather Mending — Shifting focus from your ex to yourself Letting Go — Releasing your ex, the narrative, expectations, and old identity Moving On — Investing your energy into the new version of your life 6. MEMORABLE QUOTE: "When somebody is strong, somebody is willing to ask for help. Asking for help does not mean you are weak — it means you are strong." — Oona Metz "You have to feel it to heal it." — Oona Metz ABOUT OONA METZ: Oona Metz is a licensed psychotherapist with over 30 years of clinical experience specializing in divorce recovery for women. She is the founder of a long-running divorce support group program and the author of "Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women," your comprehensive roadmap for healing after divorce — from heartbreak to becoming the boldest version of yourself. Having navigated her own divorce, Oona brings both professional expertise and deeply personal insight to every conversation about life after divorce. OONA'S RESOURCES: 📗 "Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women" — https://www.amazon.com/Unhitched-Essential-Divorce-Guide-Women/dp/1668075385 🔗 Connect with Oona Metz — https://www.linkedin.com/in/oona-metz-licsw-cgp-6a14a41b/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/oona-metz-licsw-cgp-6a14a41b/ BECKY'S FREE RESOURCE: 📘 100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know — https://onlysubpoenas.com/free 🔗 Only Subpoenas™ — https://onlysubpoenas.com/ 🎧About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. KEYWORDS: healing after divorce, rebuilding after divorce, stages of grief after divorce, divorce recovery for women, life after divorce, divorce support for women, coping with divorce, how to heal from divorce, emotional healing after divorce, divorce therapist, BIFF method, co-parenting communication, divorce advice for women, high conflict divorce, divorce recovery #DivorcingStrong #HealingAfterDivorce #DivorceRecovery Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 3/25/26 | ![]() S1:E21 – How to Survive Divorce Without Losing Everything | Divorce Journalist Illysa Panitz | Divorce tips from a journalist who covered it for 25 years — and then lived it herself. In this episode, learn how to survive divorce without losing everything, starting with the #1 financial mistake women make: hiring an attorney before you're financially prepared. Divorce journalist Illysa Panitz — creator of The Divorce Hour (nationally syndicated radio, streaming on Spotify, Amazon, Audible, and 14 platforms) and Why Through Divorce (streaming in 100+ countries on Roku and Your Home TV) — joins host Becky Sampson to break down the divorce process explained through the lens of two decades of reporting and her own personal journey. This is your divorce financial planning playbook — and it starts with a counter-intuitive truth: the attorney comes LAST, not first. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER: ✅ Why calling a divorce attorney first is your biggest (and most expensive) mistake ✅ What a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) is — and why you need one before you file ✅ How to build your "divorce team": attorneys, CDFAs, therapists, and mediators working FOR you ✅ Divorce financial planning 101: assets, debts, income, and expenses — know yours BEFORE you lawyer up ✅ Why anger toward your ex is literally costing you money — and how to stop the financial bleed ✅ The truth about how common high-conflict divorce really is (hint: it's only 18–20% of cases) ✅ The Wizard of Oz framework for navigating your divorce journey — and who plays each role ✅ How to "interview" professionals before hiring them — treat it like dating, not desperation ✅ How to reframe divorce from failure to a powerful "do-over" and the start of YOU 2.0 MEMORABLE MOMENT: "The most common thing I hear is, 'I'm filing for divorce, and I need your attorney.' And I'm like, no, no, no, no, no. That is your biggest mistake." — Illysa Panitz ABOUT ILLYSA PANITZ: Illysa Panitz is a nationally recognized divorce journalist with a 25-year media career. She is the creator and host of The Divorce Hour — a nationally syndicated radio show now streaming on Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, and 14 platforms — and Why Through Divorce, a streaming TV series available on Your Home TV and Roku in over 100 countries. Her mission: to fill the gap in mainstream media by giving women real education, honest resources, and strategic guidance through the divorce process. RESOURCES & FREE TOOLS: 📘 100 Divorce Terms You Need to Know — https://onlysubpoenas.com/free 🔗 Connect with Illysa Panitz — https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilyssa-panitz-74b1275/ 🔗 Only Subpoenas™ — https://onlysubpoenas.com/https://onlysubpoenas.com/ 🎧About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. KEYWORDS: healing after divorce, divorce financial planning, divorce tips, how to survive divorce, high conflict divorce, CDFA, certified divorce financial analyst, divorce attorney advice, divorce mediation, divorce advice for women, divorce process explained, divorce recovery for women, rebuilding after divorce #DivorcingStrong #DivorceAdvice #FamilyLaw Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | ![]() S1:E20 – Protecting Yourself in Divorce: What a Texas Family Law Attorney Reveals About Child Custody, CPS & Hidden Assets | Tess House | Protecting yourself in divorce, child custody tips, and the inside story of how family court really works — Texas family law attorney Artessia "Tess" House, founder of Tess House Law and a Super Lawyers–rated attorney as seen on CNN and Forbes, joins Becky Sampson on the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast to deliver the most practical legal playbook for families navigating custody battles, CPS investigations, hidden assets, and high-conflict divorce. Tess House didn't start her career in a courtroom. She started in a classroom. As a teacher, she once found a child hiding — scared, silent, powerless — and felt completely unable to help. That moment of helplessness changed everything. She went to law school to make sure no parent or child would ever have to stand before a judge unprepared and unprotected again. Today, her San Antonio-based firm handles some of Texas's most complex family law cases — and in this conversation, she hands you the insider knowledge most people don't get until it's too late. The central truth Tess delivers: "Court is not about the truth. It's about what you can prove." And once you understand that — once you stop operating on feelings and start operating on facts, documentation, and strategy — everything changes. Becky reinforces this with her own story of creating a detailed spreadsheet for her child's custody case, turning lived chaos into documented evidence that a judge could understand and act on. Whether you're facing a custody battle, navigating a CPS investigation, trying to uncover hidden assets, or just trying to understand how to walk into family court without getting destroyed — this episode is your playbook. 🔑 What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why "the truth" is not enough in family court — and what you actually need to win How to document everything in a custody or divorce case so a judge can follow it — Becky's personal spreadsheet method What triggers a CPS investigation in a divorce — and how to protect yourself if one is filed against you How money trails work in divorce: why hidden assets are rarely hidden for long and how discovery uncovers them The child custody battle mistakes parents make that silently destroy their credibility with judges How to choose a family law attorney who will actually fight for you — not just bill you What "aggressive representation" really means — and when it helps vs. when it backfires How to control your behavior, appearance, and communication to maintain credibility throughout a high-conflict case What CPS actually looks for — and how to present yourself as the safe, stable parent Why your opponent's bad behavior doesn't automatically help you — and what does Tess's definition of "Divorcing Strong": understanding the process deeply enough to feel empowered, not just to survive it 💡 This Episode Is For You If: You're in a custody battle or about to be — and you feel outmatched You're worried about a CPS investigation being used as a weapon against you You suspect your spouse is hiding assets and want to know what you can actually do about it You're in a high-conflict divorce and your emotions keep getting in the way of your strategy You want to understand how to present yourself in family court before you walk in unprepared You need to know what to look for — and what to run from — when hiring a family law attorney 🎙️ About Our Guest: Artessia "Tess" House is the founder and lead attorney of Tess House Law, PLLC, based in San Antonio, Texas. Rated by Super Lawyers and featured on CNN and Forbes, Attorney House is a fierce advocate for families navigating divorce, child custody disputes, CPS investigations, child support, protective orders, and parental rights termination. Before becoming a lawyer, she was a classroom teacher — an experience that fueled her commitment to protecting children and empowering parents who feel unheard by the legal system. Her firm's guiding philosophy: "Our top priority is to tell your side of the story in a way the courts value and understand." 🔗 Learn more: Tess House Law, PLLC 📱 Follow Tess: @tesshouselaw on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/tesshouselaw/ 🎧 About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. 🏷️ Keywords: protecting yourself in divorce, child custody, child custody battle, child custody tips, how to win custody, family law attorney, family law, high conflict divorce, CPS investigation, CPS and custody, hidden assets divorce, custody battle tips, family court, divorce documentation, divorce lawyer Texas, Tess House, Tess House Law, custody hearing tips, divorce attorney advice, Divorcing Strong Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 3/20/26 | ![]() S1:E19 – KIMBERLY LORAH "Growth through Support" | Divorce can make even the strongest person feel untethered—emotionally flooded, uncertain, and alone. In this episode of Divorcing Strong, Becky Sampson (Bulldog Becky Brochovich) sits down with Kimberly Lorah, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Divorce Coach, to talk about what happens after your world gets turned upside down—and how to rebuild from the inside out. Kimberly shares her own story: a 23-year marriage, the heartbreak of the life she imagined ending, and the overwhelming reality of single parenthood—while still showing up professionally as a therapist. She opens up about the fear, shame, and isolation that can come with divorce, and why she created Blossom Coaching LLC: to be the support she didn’t feel like she had when she needed it most. Together, Becky and Kimberly unpack the emotional side of divorce recovery—nervous system overload, fear of the unknown, boundary-setting, and the power of community support. If you’re in the middle of the storm, considering divorce, or rebuilding afterward, this episode will remind you: you matter—and you’re going to be okay. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why divorce can feel like identity loss—and how to reconnect with your authentic self How fear and “what if” thinking keep people stuck—and how to shift into hope and grounded decision-making What nervous system overload looks like in divorce (sleep issues, panic, dread, emotional flooding, even hair loss) Practical regulation tools: mindset work, breathwork, journaling, movement, self-care, and support mapping Why prepping emotionally before talking to your attorney can save money and reduce overwhelm The difference between being kind vs. being nice—and how that impacts boundaries Why boundaries are for you, not the other person—and how to set and hold them without guilt How to co-parent with less conflict (including low-contact strategies and parenting apps) Why community matters—and how safe groups help you heal without “horror story” spirals The real transformation: rediscovering your voice, rebuilding confidence, and stepping into your next chapter A powerful takeaway Divorce may end a marriage—but it doesn’t end your life. With the right support, you can move from survival mode to stability, and from heartbreak to rebuilding with courage and intention. Connect with Kimberly Lorah Kimberly offers a free consultation and works virtually (based in New Jersey). Her coaching and groups are designed to be a safe place to share, heal, and grow—without judgment. 🎧About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 3/18/26 | ![]() S1:E18 – JOYCE AYERS "Divorce as Rebirth: Conscious Uncoupling & Healing" | Divorce doesn’t just change your legal status—it can shake your identity, your confidence, and the story you’ve been telling yourself for years. If you’ve been wondering, “Who am I now?” or “How do I stop replaying the past?”—this episode is for you. In this episode of Divorcing Strong, Becky Sampson (Bulldog Becky Brochovich) sits down with Joyce Ays, a heart-centered divorce coach who helps women move through the emotional aftermath of separation with real tools—not just pep talks. Joyce is certified in Conscious Uncoupling and trained in NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) and hypnosis, and she teaches women how to stop living from old patterns, release the “lost dream,” and rebuild a life rooted in truth, self-trust, and purpose. This conversation goes deep into what rebirth after divorce actually looks like—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually—especially for women who have spent years people-pleasing, staying quiet, or losing themselves inside roles like wife, mom, and caretaker. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why divorce can feel like an identity collapse—and how to rebuild your “North Star” How patterns formed early in life (often ages 0–7) show up in marriage and divorce What “rebirth” means in real life: grief, release, self-forgiveness, and reclaiming your voice Why staying in the victim story can feel easier—and how to gently move into responsibility without shame How NLP helps you disassociate from trauma, shift perspective, and rewrite the emotional imprint of the past Why healing doesn’t require dragging pain out for years—and how to move through it with compassion The difference between being “guarded” vs. being wise with boundaries What to do when you feel stuck in bitterness or tethered to your ex—years after the divorce The truth about the fear: “I’m not healed enough to date again”—and why building trust in yourself comes first How to stop repeating the same relationship dynamics by filling the “void” with intention, not fear 🎧About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | ![]() S1:E17 – LISA LISSER "The BeH2O™ Method: How to Co-Parent Like Teammates, Not Enemies" | Holidays can be one of the hardest times to co-parent—because old traditions, big emotions, and “alternate schedules” can trigger conflict fast. That’s why this episode matters. In this special day-before-Thanksgiving episode of Divorcing Strong, Becky Sampson (Bulldog Becky Brochovich) sits down with Lisa Lisser, founder of LZL Coaching and creator of the BEH2O Co-Parenting Program—a structured, values-driven method designed to turn reactive co-parenting into a calmer, more collaborative partnership that protects the kids. Lisa is a former attorney turned educator, mediator, spiritual counselor, and divorce coach. As a divorced mom of three (now grown), she shares what she wishes she’d known when her own children were 11, 14, and 16—and how “Disney parenting,” inconsistent rules, and unresolved conflict can quietly destabilize kids even when parents mean well. Her approach is clear: divorce isn’t what hurts children most—conflict is. And the good news? It often only takes one parent to shift the entire family dynamic. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why holidays can amplify triggers—and how to stay grounded through them What BEH2O means (flexible strength + adaptable calm) and how the program works How co-parents can build shared values across two homes (without controlling the other house) Why you don’t need veto power—you need agreements and a system The core tool that changes everything: The Power of the Pause How triggers work biologically (fight/flight/freeze/fawn) and how to interrupt the cycle How to use Nonviolent Communication and “I feel…” statements without blame Why anger is often a “cover emotion” and what’s underneath it A simple communication framework Lisa teaches: CLEAR > Concise - Listener-ready - Essential - Appropriate - Relevant Why kids sometimes tell you what they think you want to hear—and how to keep your side of the road clean so they feel safe How co-parenting can become transformational—when you align behavior with your values (peace, safety, reliability, consistency) 🎧About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 3/13/26 | ![]() S1:E16 – RAVIT ROSE "The Divorce Game: Know the Rules to WIN the Game" | Divorce tips, divorce coach strategies, and the brutal truth about navigating divorce without losing everything — Ravit Rose, the Divorce Scientist and founder of Irooze, joins Becky Sampson on the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast to reveal what she learned after spending over $100,000 on a nasty divorce — and how she turned that pain into a system that's helping parents across the U.S. and Canada protect their families, their finances, and their sanity. Here's what nobody tells you when you file for divorce: the system isn't designed to protect your family. It's designed to process your case. And unless someone shows you the rules of the game before you walk into that courtroom, you will lose — not because you're wrong, but because you didn't know how to play. Ravit Rose learned this the hardest way possible. Fifteen years ago, she was a devoted mother and entrepreneur who believed her divorce would be simple. It wasn't. It cost her six figures, years of conflict, and nearly everything she'd built. But instead of staying broken, she became obsessed with understanding why the system fails families — and she built a better way. In this episode, Ravit breaks down her signature philosophy: "The success of your divorce will start and end with you." She explains why divorce is 90% mindset and only 10% the legal system, how to approach family court like a strategic game (not an emotional war), when representing yourself is empowering vs. when it's dangerous, and how to stop the financial bleeding before it drains you. Becky also opens up about representing herself in court — twice — adding raw, first-hand credibility to a conversation most podcasts are afraid to have. Whether you're considering divorce without a lawyer, trapped in a high-conflict case that feels endless, or need someone to tell you the truth about what's ahead — this is the episode that hands you the playbook. 🔑 What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why Ravit calls divorce a "game" — and why understanding the rules is the difference between winning and being destroyed The 90/10 rule: how your mindset, preparation, and emotional discipline account for 90% of your divorce outcome What it really means to represent yourself in divorce — when it works, when it backfires, and what to prepare for How Ravit spent over $100,000 in legal fees before discovering the system wasn't built to protect her family The IRooze method: how to build a strategic divorce plan that covers legal, financial, emotional, parenting, and life-transition needs — not just courtroom tactics How to separate your emotions from the business of divorce — Ravit's personal courtroom preparation strategy Why rushing your divorce out of desperation leads to long-term regrets — and how to slow down strategically Warning signs that you're escalating a "bloody war" instead of moving toward resolution Becky's personal story of representing herself in court twice — and what she'd do differently How Ravit helped a father overcome his fear of single-parenting and step into his power What "Divorcing Strong" actually means: being smart, methodical, and logical with your eyes on the end goal — not revenge 💡 This Episode Is For You If: You're thinking about representing yourself in divorce and don't know if it's the right move You're drowning in legal fees and wondering if there's a smarter way to navigate the process You're stuck in a high-conflict divorce that feels like it will never end You need a divorce mindset shift — you know the emotional chaos is costing you, but you can't seem to separate feelings from strategy You want to understand how family court actually works before you walk in unprepared You're looking for a divorce coach or mentor and want to know what that kind of support actually looks like 🎙️ About Our Guest: Ravit Rose is the Divorce Scientist and Founder of Irooze, a platform that matches divorcing parents with vetted professionals across legal, financial, emotional, physical, and life-transition needs. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce with a specialization in Marketing and Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management, along with a Human Resources Certificate. After her own six-figure, high-conflict divorce, Ravit spent over a decade studying divorce from every angle — legal, emotional, and psychological — and authored Unwanted Nasty Divorces (available on Amazon & Kindle) to expose the hidden pitfalls of the traditional system. Irooze serves parents contemplating, navigating, or healing from divorce across the U.S. and Canada through coaching, a free self-assessment, and a curated Divorce Directory of resolution-focused professionals. 🔗 Learn more: Irooze — Meet Ravit Rose RavitRose.com 🎧 About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. 🏷️ Keywords: divorce tips, divorce coach, divorce without a lawyer, high conflict divorce, divorce advice, divorce mindset, representing yourself in divorce, pro se divorce, family court tips, divorce strategy, divorce game plan, how to navigate divorce, divorce mistakes to avoid, emotional divorce support, divorce coaching, strategic divorce planning, Ravit Rose, Irooze, Unwanted Nasty Divorces, Divorcing Strong Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 3/11/26 | ![]() S1:E15 – MARCO BROWN "Top Divorce Mistakes Every Judge Hates" | Divorce tips, divorce attorney advice, and the divorce mistakes to avoid — straight from an award-winning family law attorney who's handled thousands of cases. Utah divorce lawyer Marco Brown, founding partner of Brown Family Law and Utah's Outstanding Family Law Lawyer of the Year, joins Becky Sampson on the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast to pull back the curtain on what really happens inside divorce cases — and what you can control to change your outcome. Marco Brown didn't plan to become a divorce attorney. He grew up in a village of 85 people in Alaska — a place where kids weren't expected to become lawyers. But when a close friend called in crisis and needed help getting divorced, Marco stayed up until 3 a.m., teaching himself family law. They won. And that one case changed the trajectory of his career. Today, he runs one of Utah's most respected family law firms with over 1,000 five-star client reviews — and in this conversation, he holds nothing back. This episode is a masterclass in what your divorce attorney wishes you knew before your first consultation. Marco explains why most people choose the wrong lawyer, how your own behavior directly impacts your case timeline and cost, what "fighting for everything" actually costs you, and the moment in 2015 when — after winning Utah's top family law award — he realized his approach to running a practice was broken and rebuilt it from the ground up. Whether you're about to file, mid-process and frustrated, or just trying to understand how divorce actually works — this is the episode that gives you the insider playbook. 🔑 What You'll Learn in This Episode: How to choose the right divorce attorney — and the red flags that signal you've picked the wrong one The divorce mistakes that cost clients the most money, time, and emotional energy Why the most expensive attorney isn't always the best one — and what actually matters How your own preparedness and willingness to engage constructively can speed up (or stall) your entire case What "fighting for everything" really costs — and why high legal fees sometimes force the clarity you need Marco's 2015 wake-up call: winning Utah's top family law award while realizing his business model was burning out his team and hurting clients Why Marco limits attorney caseloads at his firm — and how that one decision transformed client outcomes The role of attorney-client communication: what to expect, what to demand, and when silence is a red flag How long divorce actually takes — and the factors that shorten or extend the timeline Marco's personal transformation: how a dramatic health and mindset shift changed his practice and his life Honest advice on what makes marriages work — from someone who's seen thousands fail 💡 This Episode Is For You If: You're looking for a divorce attorney and don't know how to evaluate your options You're already in the process and wondering if your lawyer is doing a good job You want to understand how the divorce process actually works from the inside — timeline, costs, and strategy You're overwhelmed by the legal system and need someone to explain it without jargon You want to hear from an attorney who'll be honest about the industry's problems — not just sell you services You need a reality check on what's worth fighting for and what's costing you more than it's worth 🎙️ About Our Guest: Marco Clayton Brown is the founding partner of Brown Family Law, LLC in Sandy, Utah. Named Utah's Outstanding Family Law Lawyer of the Year (2015), Marco holds a J.D. with Distinction from the University of Nebraska College of Law and a B.S. in Psychology from Brigham Young University. He is the Editor of the Utah Journal of Family Law, former Chair of the Davis County Domestic Violence Coalition, and is licensed to practice in Utah, New Mexico, and multiple federal courts, including the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. His firm has earned over 1,000 client reviews with a 4.8-star rating. Marco speaks English, Spanish, and Italian. 🔗 Learn more: Brown Family Law — Marco Brown 🎧 About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. 🏷️ Keywords: divorce tips, divorce attorney advice, divorce advice, divorce mistakes to avoid, choosing a divorce lawyer, divorce process explained, family law, how long does divorce take, divorce lawyer tips, high conflict divorce tips, co-parenting during divorce, Utah divorce attorney, divorce law, Marco Brown, Brown Family Law, divorce attorney, divorce lawyers give advice, what to expect in divorce, Divorcing Strong, attorney client communication Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | ![]() S1:E14 – HEATHER O'CONNOR "When Your Abuser Uses the Court Against You" | High-conflict divorce, parental alienation, weaponized restraining orders, and how abusers manipulate the family court system — Massachusetts family law attorney Heather O'Connor joins Becky Sampson on the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast with a raw, unflinching conversation about what happens when the legal system becomes your abuser's newest weapon. You did everything right. You filed for protection. You told the truth. And now your ex is using the court — the very system that was supposed to protect you — to control, punish, and silence you. You're not imagining it. It's called legal abuse, and family law attorney Heather O'Connor has spent her career fighting it. Heather didn't just study high-conflict divorce — she lived it. She left an unhealthy marriage with three young children and a high school diploma, put herself through college and law school, and built O'Connor Family Law into one of Massachusetts' most recognized family law firms. Her practice focuses on the cases other attorneys avoid: domestic violence, parental alienation, weaponized restraining orders, and the high-conflict custody battles where everything is at stake. If you feel like the system is rigged against you, your ex is making false allegations to win custody, or you're losing hope that anyone in family court actually cares about the truth — this episode will make you feel seen and give you a strategy. 🔑 What You'll Learn in This Episode: How abusers weaponize the court system — false allegations, frivolous motions, and manufactured emergencies designed to drain you financially and emotionally The difference between legitimate restraining orders and those filed as a tactical weapon in divorce and custody disputes How to fight back when your ex files a false restraining order or domestic violence complaint to gain leverage What parental alienation looks like, why courts are slow to address it, and what evidence you need to prove it Why high-conflict personalities thrive in family court — and how to stop playing their game The critical mistakes survivors of domestic violence make when representing themselves in court How to find a family law attorney who actually understands high-conflict dynamics (not every lawyer does) What "winning" actually looks like in a high-conflict custody battle — and why it's not what you think How Heather went from domestic abuse survivor to founding attorney — and what that journey taught her about resilience and advocacy Why the family court system is failing survivors — and what needs to change 💡 This Episode Is For You If: Your ex is using the court to continue the abuse — filing false allegations, draining your finances with motions, or trying to take your kids You've been served a restraining order you didn't deserve and don't know how to fight it You suspect parental alienation but can't prove it — and the court doesn't seem to care You're a domestic violence survivor navigating divorce alone and terrified of losing custody You feel like the family court system is broken, and no one is listening to you You need to hear from someone who has been exactly where you are — and came out the other side 🎙️ About Our Guest: Heather A. O'Connor, J.D., is the founding attorney and CEO of O'Connor Family Law, a Massachusetts family law firm with offices in Westborough and Hanover. Heather specializes in high-conflict divorce, domestic violence, parental alienation, and complex custody disputes. A certified mediator and Massachusetts Bar Association Leadership Academy graduate, she has been recognized as a Multi-Year Lawyer of Distinction. Heather's personal experience of leaving an abusive marriage with three young children and building her career from the ground up informs every case she takes. Learn more at familylawma.com 🎧 About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. 🏷️ Keywords: high conflict divorce, parental alienation, domestic violence divorce, restraining order divorce, family law attorney, false allegations divorce, legal abuse, custody battle, family court, abuser uses court, coercive control, divorce attorney advice, narcissist divorce, weaponized court system, divorce strategy, domestic abuse survivor, custody battle narcissist, divorce advice for women, protecting children in divorce, Divorcing Strong, Heather O'Connor Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 3/6/26 | ![]() S1:E13 – ERIN WILSON "Kids and the Courts. Who's protecting them?" | Child custody, guardian ad litem, hidden assets in divorce, and how family court really works — Illinois family law attorney Erin Wilson joins Becky Sampson on the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast to pull back the curtain on the legal process no one explains to you before you're already in it. Who is actually protecting your children in divorce court? What's the difference between a Guardian ad Litem and a child representative — and what do you do if they're not doing their job? How do financial affidavits expose hidden assets? And why does choosing the wrong attorney cost you more than money? Erin Wilson has the answers — from every side of the courtroom. As the founder of The Law Office of Erin M. Wilson LLC in Chicago, Erin has spent over 15 years exclusively practicing family law — as a litigator, mediator, parenting coordinator, and court-appointed Guardian ad Litem and child representative. She's fought for clients, advocated for children, and mediated between warring spouses. That 360° perspective makes this conversation unlike anything you'll hear from a typical legal podcast. If you feel lost in the divorce process, don't understand the legal terms being thrown at you, or you're terrified the court system won't protect your kids — this episode is your playbook. 🔑 What You'll Learn in This Episode: How to find and hire the right divorce attorney — and the #1 red flag to watch for Why trust between you and your lawyer matters more than aggression or reputation What a financial affidavit is, why it's your "ticket to the courthouse," and how it exposes dishonesty How to use subpoenas and formal discovery to uncover hidden assets when your spouse lies on financial disclosures Marital vs. non-marital assets explained: what's yours, what's theirs, and what gets split The critical difference between a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) and a child representative — roles, confidentiality, and advocacy What to do when a GAL or child representative isn't fulfilling their role (motions for removal, requesting additional experts) How family courts determine a child's preference in custody — and why age, maturity, and the "why" behind their choice matter Why filing a parenting plan early in the divorce process calms fears and protects your kids Erin's definition of "Divorcing Strong": emerging happier, freer, and more empowered 💡 This Episode Is For You If: You're entering the divorce process and don't understand what a Guardian ad Litem does or why the court appointed one You suspect your spouse is hiding assets and don't know how to prove it You're overwhelmed by legal terminology and feel like you're losing control of your own case You don't know how to choose a family law attorney — or you're questioning whether you chose the right one You want to understand how your children's voices are heard (or silenced) in family court You're worried the legal system is failing your kids, and you need to know your options 🎙️ About Our Guest: Erin M. Wilson is the founder and managing attorney of The Law Office of Erin M. Wilson LLC in Chicago, Illinois. She has practiced family law exclusively for over 15 years and is frequently appointed as a Guardian ad Litem and child representative by the courts. Erin is also a trained mediator, collaborative law practitioner, and parenting coordinator. She serves on the boards of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) and the Decalogue Society, and is a founding member of the Illinois Association of Independent Attorneys. Learn more at ewilsonfamilylaw.com 🎧 About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. 🏷️ Keywords: guardian ad litem, child custody, family court, family law attorney, divorce lawyer, hidden assets in divorce, financial affidavit divorce, divorce process explained, child representative, parenting plan, divorce attorney tips, protecting children in divorce, divorce advice for women, divorce strategy, custody battle, marital vs non-marital assets, divorce subpoena, high conflict divorce, co-parenting, Divorcing Strong, Erin Wilson Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
| 3/4/26 | ![]() S1:E12 – LORRAINE CONNELL "Raising Resilient Kids Through Divorce" | Raising resilient kids through divorce, co-parenting tips, and how to help children cope when everything changes — teen leadership expert and educator Lorraine Connell joins Becky Sampson on the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast with a practical framework every divorcing parent needs to hear. Your kids are watching how you handle this. And the good news? Divorce doesn't have to break them — it can be the moment they learn to lead their own lives. Lorraine Connell, M.Ed, MS, spent over 20 years in the classroom before founding Peers Not Fears, a leadership development program that helps teens build confidence, resilience, and real-world skills — without fear or comparison. Her message to parents navigating divorce: stop rescuing and start coaching. If you're worried your kids are falling apart, terrified you're damaging them, or struggling to co-parent through the chaos — this conversation will shift your entire mindset. 🔑 What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why resilience is built in the "challenge zone" — not the comfort zone or the panic zone — and how to guide your kids there The #1 mistake divorcing parents make: over-protecting kids from failure and discomfort How to let your children fail safely — and why it's the most loving thing you can do Why asking for help is a leadership skill, not a weakness (and how to model it during divorce) How high-conflict divorce and co-parenting stress affect teens — and what actually helps The alarm clock test: a simple parenting story that reveals whether you're rescuing or coaching How to talk to your kids about divorce without projecting your own fear onto them Why college pressure, social comparison, and perfectionism are crushing today's teens — and what parents can do differently Lorraine's "every kid is already a leader" philosophy and how it applies to children of divorce Practical strategies to build your child's confidence and self-worth when their world feels unstable 💡 This Episode Is For You If: You're going through a divorce and worried about the impact on your kids Your children seem anxious, withdrawn, or acting out since the separation You feel guilty about "breaking up the family" and want to know how to rebuild their sense of security You're co-parenting with a difficult ex and need strategies to keep your kids emotionally safe You want to raise kids who are strong, adaptable, and confident — not just "okay" 🎙️ About Our Guest: Lorraine Connell, M.Ed, MS, is the founder of Peers Not Fears, a leadership development program for teens. A former chemistry teacher with 20+ years in education, Lorraine is a certified coach, author, speaker, and podcast host on a mission to help every student feel seen, heard, and capable. She works with schools, families, and organizations across the country. Learn more at PeersNotFears.com 🎧 About Divorcing Strong™ Podcast: Hosted by Becky Sampson, CEO of Only Subpoenas™, the Divorcing Strong™ Podcast is where real stories meet real strategies for surviving and thriving through divorce. Each episode brings expert insights from top divorce attorneys, family law specialists, financial planners, and healing coaches to help you protect your rights and step into YOU 2.0. 👉 Subscribe for more empowering divorce stories and strategies 👉 Learn more about working with Becky: https://beckysampson.com/ 👉 Follow Becky on social media: BECKY SAMPSON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcingstrongbeckysampson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beckysampson11/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divorcingstrong YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DivorcingStrong LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckysampson/ 🌺For information on working with Only Subpoenas™, visit our website at https://onlysubpoenas.com/ or contact us at this number: 650-910-6659 🌺 ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or mental health advice. Please consult a licensed attorney, financial advisor, or mental health professional for guidance specific to your situation. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please get in touch with the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. 🏷️ Keywords: raising resilient kids, parenting through divorce, kids and divorce, co-parenting tips, helping children cope with divorce, teen leadership, teen mental health, children of divorce, building resilience in children, parenting after divorce, divorce and children, comfort zone challenge zone, how to help kids through divorce, blended families after divorce, raising strong kids, high conflict divorce, co-parenting, Divorcing Strong, Lorraine Connell, Peers Not Fears Support Divorcing Strong by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/divorcing-strong | — | ||||||
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