Coparent Academy Podcast

Let us hear from you! The weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s are often fraught with peril for coparents. But does conflict have to be inevitable? In this episode, we strip away the sentimentality to look at the practical side of holiday coparenting. Whether you have a court order or are just winging it, we discuss how to manage expectations, communicate in advance, and prevent your children...

Let us hear from you! Are you preparing for family law mediation? In this video, Ron Gore, family law attorney and mediator, breaks down the three biggest mistakes he sees parents make after conducting more than 100 mediations per year.  Many people enter mediation with the wrong mindset or without the necessary preparation, leading to expensive delays and added stress. In this video, you will lea...

Let us hear from you! Going to divorce or custody mediation? Don't go in unprepared. Drawing on experience from more than 100 mediations per year, attorney and Coparent Academy co-founder Ron Gore explains exactly how to set yourself up for success. We cover: (1) Understanding what mediation is, (2) How to frame your negotiating positions, and (3) The critical importance of gathering all fact...

Let us hear from you! You paid for the deposition, now make it count! The deposition transcript is one of the most expensive and important documents in your family law case. Attorney Ron Gore explains how you, the client, can maximize its value by assisting your attorney in a highly organized way. This video outlines how to: Read the transcript strategically (twice!). Organize notes by specific li...

Let us hear from you! Make your coparent's deposition worth every penny. This expert guide from family law attorney Ron Gore details how clients can become their legal team's best asset. Stop the frustrating cycle of repeating yourself and help your lawyer connect the facts to the law with a highly organized system. We cover: Full Disclosure: Why even your "bad" texts matter. O...

Let us hear from you! Your deposition in a family law case is one of the most important moments in the litigation process. Are you prepared? In this episode, we break down how to perform well at your deposition, save time/money, and increase the likelihood of a reasonable outcome. In this crucial, you will learn: The absolute necessity of telling your attorney everything (even the embarrassing par...

Let us hear from you! Written discovery is slow, filtered, and easily obstructed. Learn why a deposition—a face-to-face, real-time interview under oath—is the most important tool in preparing for a custody trial. Discover the strategic value of essentially unlimited follow-up questions, reasons why you may want a videographer, and the attorney's ethical duty to uncover all facts, both good an...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube. Struggling to manage your child's extracurricular activities with a high conflict coparent? This video provides a detailed 12-step strategy to move from hoping for cooperation to planning for its absence. Learn how to make your ex's cooperation irrelevant and ensure your child doesn't miss out. In this guide from Coparenting Acade...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube. When we get emotionally dysregulated, our ability to make simple, rational decisions can disappear. This is especially true in high-stakes coparenting conversations where past issues can surface without warning. Learn why we sometimes make things harder than they need to be and how to start doing better next time. If you've ever had a momen...

Let us hear from you! Watch the video for this episode on YouTube .  Does it feel like your coparent is always making you the "bad guy" when it comes to extracurriculars? Getting your child excited about an expensive travel team or a demanding activity before you've even had a chance to discuss it is a common high-conflict tactic. In this video, we expose the manipulative strategies...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube . Extracurriculars are meant to be fun, but they can be a source of tension for coparents. In this video, we provide practical advice to help you and your coparent make decisions smoothly. We cover everything from the importance of trial periods for new activities to setting boundaries for mutual respect, both on the sidelines and online. By work...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube .  A child's education is a critical part of their well-being, but for coparents a parent-teacher conference can quickly become an arena for conflict. This guide helps you put your child's needs first by equipping you with the professional-grade tools to navigate any difficult situation with grace.  This video gives you a tactical roadm...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube.   Long-distance visitation and supervised visitation present huge challenges for coparents. The calls can become stale, the connection can fade, and the costs can be overwhelming. This video provides a tactical solve that most courts and lawyers don't even know about: Video Game Visitation.  We cover the exact "why" and "how-...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube! If your coparent’s inconsistent rules are undermining your efforts and creating chaos for your child, this video is your step-by-step action plan. Stop fighting the "my house, my rules" battle. Instead, implement a proven strategy to provide your child with the stability they desperately need—with or without your coparent's cooper...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube . You and your coparent have the same child... but you're raising two different kids. It's a maddening reality for millions of divorced parents, leading to blame and conflict. But what if the cause wasn't your coparent's "leniency" or your "rigidity"? What if it was a powerful psychological force ignited by...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube Are you winning parenting time but losing your child's heart? Many co-parents fall into the "Scoreboard Mentality"—fighting for what's "fair" instead of what builds a lasting relationship. In this video, we reveal the 3 most common traps (The Schedule Trap, The "It's My Time" Fallacy, and Weaponizing Y...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube . A popular coparenting Instagram creator has given parents a script for when their child complains about the other parent. It’s a common problem, but is their advice the whole story? In this episode, family law attorney Ron Gore and therapist Connie LeBlanc watch the video and provide their expert reaction. They agree with some points but add cr...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube .  Forced to have supervised visits with your kids? You're facing a choice: use a friend/family member for free, or pay a professional. The answer isn't as obvious as you think. In this video, we talk about the pros and cons of each so you can make the right decision for your family and your wallet.

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube . Are your coparenting conversations endless, draining, and unproductive? You're not alone. In this video, discover the "FACTS Only" communication tool – a simple, efficient way to streamline your discussions and focus on what truly matters: your child's needs. Learn how this powerful strategy, focusing on Feedback, Activities...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on Youtube .  Are you a parent navigating different religious beliefs in your household, or worried about your child's exposure to a coparent's faith? This episode is for you. In this re-edited version of Episode 5 of Coparent Academy, you'll hear the story of a child who found common ground between Southern Baptist and Muslim parents (it inv...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube .  In this episode, we answer a question posed by a mother who is concerned the child is moving to overnights with the father too quickly. The court has approved unsupervised day visits, and now he's asking for overnights. This mother is nervous, not just about the living situation but also about past behaviors. We talk about what truly cons...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube Are you tired of the constant battles and high "transaction costs" in your co-parenting relationship? This episode dives deep into how cooperation, trust, and empathy can transform your coparenting interactions, making life easier for you and significantly benefiting your child. We'll break down these important elements in the orde...

Let us hear from you! Watch this video on YouTube . Making coparenting decisions can feel like a minefield, especially when you need to find common ground. In this video, we discuss practical strategies for successful coparenting. We'll show you how to build mutual respect, truly understand your coparent's perspective, and always put your child's well-being first. You'll learn...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on Youtube . Reconciliation therapy offers a path parents and estranged children to reconnect, but it's not without significant risks. Many parents assume there's nothing to lose, but an unprepared approach can actually worsen the situation, causing more pain for both parent and child, and potentially ending any chance of future reconciliation. In...

Let us hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube . What is child support really for? When a parent pays a set amount each month, does that cover every single expense for the children, including seasonal necessities like snow boots? We break down a viral Reddit post from a mom questioning the purpose of the $200 per child she receives monthly.  Her ex-husband claims his child support payments co...