Divorce Curious

Two excellent communicators. Zero good dates. What is happening out there? In the finale of this series, Lisa and Heather DeSiena bring the energy way up — because we're talking modern dating, and honestly, it's a lot. These are two women who are accomplished, self-aware, genuinely curious about other humans, and somehow still eating dinner alone. If that's relatable to you, pull up...

You did everything right. You communicated. You tried. You listened to your gut. And it still ended. This week Lisa and Heather DeSiena get into the part nobody really talks about — what happens when a relationship ends not because of some dramatic blow-up, but because you were brave enough to be honest with yourself. Heather opens up about being engaged twice in her thirties, walking away from a...

What if the same skills that close a seven-figure deal could also save you from your next kitchen table meltdown? Spoiler: they absolutely can — and this week's guest is living proof. Lisa sits down with Heather DeSiena — former news anchor, corporate negotiator, keynote speaker, and (plot twist) seminary master's degree holder — to talk about what she calls heart-level negotiation. Turn...

If you've ever thought " is this really as good as it gets?," this episode is your answer. Lisa sits down with Melissa Divaris Thompson, LMFT, whose no-judgment social media content has been stopping people mid-scroll and mid-spiral for years. Melissa brings the kind of real, digestible wisdom that makes you feel like she was literally sitting in your living room for your last argum...

What if everything you thought a relationship was supposed to look like was just... a story someone else wrote for you? Lisa sits down with the refreshingly honest Melissa McClure — twice-divorced, bisexual, polyamorous, burlesque performer, serial entrepreneur, and San Diego-based truth-teller — for a conversation that will challenge everything you assumed about love, loyalty, jealousy, and how &...

In Part 2 of Lisa’s conversation with communication strategist Rachel Randolph, the focus shifts from theory to application. This episode is all about reclaiming your voice — especially when you feel stuck waiting for someone else to change, apologize, or participate. Rachel breaks down a powerful mindset shift: Moving from “I can’t because…” To “In order to…, I will…” The conversation explores: H...

There's no lack of triggering topics and conversations happening all around you everyday. And while you can't always control what's coming at you, you can have more control over how you respond to those triggers and how you communicate during those situations.  In part 1 of this conversations of the Divorce Curious Podcast, Lisa talks with communications expert Rachel Randolph, foun...

In this episode of the Divorce Curious Podcast, host Lisa Mitchell and functional medicine expert Sarah Scott-Weaver MSN, FNP-C, IFMPC, HN-BC dive into some seriously life-changing topics for anyone who is going through changes in their health and relationships. They're chatting about how functional medicine and living in a supportive community can totally transform your health journey, espec...

Perimenopause & Divorce: why everyone should care about this.  It can seem like most of our lives as women, we are being controlled by a mysterious power behind the scenes: our periods!  And we're really not wrong for feeling that way. On this episode of the Divorce Curious podcast, I'm joined by the founder of The Agenda Period, Alyx Coble-Frakes, and she is dropping some seriously...

Unmet needs in a relationship create resentment.  Few times make that as apparent as the holidays as social media illustrates with tens of thousands of women sharing their stories of how they are so often forgotten at Christmas and find themselves met with an empty stocking on Christmas morning.  This, after having poured their heart, soul, money and sometimes sanity, into making the holidays magi...

Season 2 of the Divorce Curious is coming hot!  Literally.  We're going to be tackling it all: from the growing discussion around the intersection of perimenopause and divorce and what the experts on this topic have to say, to the latest hot take from Vogue that having a boyfriend is embarrassing now and all of the fiery topics in between.  I'm excited to get to introduce you to all of t...

In part 2 of this important conversation, Family Law Attorney Portland Schnitzius is back with more practical and actionable advice for anyone who is contemplating their best next step to thoughtfully consider before making any big decisions.  *disclaimer: Portland practices in Indiana so this guidance is through her experience with the family law guidelines in that state. This is not specific leg...

Few things cause as much stress, anxiety and fear as the process of divorce. Much of that comes from the "not knowing" piece of the process and on this episode of Divorce Curious, my goal is to fill in as many blanks for you as possible about what to expect from the process with the expert guidance of Indiana-based family law attorney, and proud mom of 7, Portland Schnitzius.  This isn&a...

Sometimes I get shocked. Sometimes I get surprised.  Sometimes I get both. This interview with Stephanie Sadural was one of those times.  I enjoy intrigue and being surprised. Because of that, there are some interviews I do where I don't know the guest well and I don't know much at all about their story. You learn about them and their story at the same time I do, as they share themselves...

There are some people that you meet in your life and just know instantly that you're going to be friends with for a very long time. For me, one of those people is Kara Kavensky. I've watched Kara go through the worst things that a person should have to endure, including a traumatic marriage, and subsequent divorce, from an abusive narcissist  and the tragic loss of her son.  And the most...

This conversation with my dear friend Anna Sutter left me jaw-dropped, tearful, and in true admiration that this brilliant, big-hearted friend of mine endured and overcame all of the trauma and pain that she experienced growing up in her tumultuous family dynamic.  It proved once again that you never really know someone's story until you get a chance to sit down and hear it in their own words...

In this episode, I have a candid and vulnerable conversation with Maggie McGrann LMHC-A, NCC  where we discuss the intrinsic link between mental health and relationships, particularly focusing on the challenges women face in maintaining their mental well-being within partnerships. We get real about the true, and often unspoken,  impact of divorce on both parents and children, emphasizing the impor...

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This is the most important interview I'll ever do. I have no doubt about that.  When my daughter texted me and asked if she could be a guest on this podcast, I couldn't have been more surprised. Or more afraid, honestly.  As her mom, the single most important priority in my life since before the day she was born was always trying to do the best thing for her. My biggest fear has been, an...

In this episode of Divorce Curious, host Lisa Mitchell engages with Leah GiaQuinta, a divorce coach, to explore the complexities of navigating divorce, especially when children are involved. They discuss the emotional challenges, the importance of accountability, and the journey from feeling like a victim to embracing empowerment.  Leah shares her personal journey into divorce coaching, emphasizin...

There is no lack of things to worry about when you find yourself considering a divorce. What if I told you there was a way to find solutions for the things that are keeping you up at night? Keep listening, there are real, tactical solutions coming your way in this episode! In this episode of the Divorce Curious podcast, host Lisa Mitchell discusses the challenges women face during and after divorc...

Divorce can take the life you know and love, flip it upside down unexpectedly, and leave you wondering "how is this my life?" Imagine having a major health crisis and then having your spouse tell you they are filing for divorce all in the matter of a week. That's exactly the situation that my guest Aimee Kandrac found herself in and to say that her world was totally rocked is an und...

In this episode of the Divorce Curious Show, host Lisa Mitchell speaks with mediator Tess Worrell about the complexities of divorce and the potential for a process that minimizes destruction. They discuss the emotional turmoil that often accompanies divorce, the role of mediation in providing a supportive environment, and the importance of addressing children's needs during the process. Tess...

In this episode of the Divorce Curious Show, host Lisa Mitchell speaks with Jamila Bradley, who discusses the concepts of kinship, belonging, and the dynamics of relationships, particularly in the context of divorce. They explore the importance of understanding what we owe each other in relationships, the cycle of disinterest leading to contempt, and the societal expectations surrounding marriage....

In this episode of the Divorce Curious Show, host Lisa Mitchell engages in a candid conversation with mediator Hillary Sharpnack about the complexities of divorce and the mediation process. They explore Hillary's unique journey into mediation, the philosophy of 'divorce without destruction', and the importance of same-room mediation. The discussion highlights common misconceptions a...