Divorce etc... hosted by the exEXPERTS (T.H. and Jessica)

Our goal is to always break things down easily so that you can find the best information you need when you need it. We even have our website color-coded by category, to help you find exactly what you're looking for. This mini Divorce etc... podcast episodes is a cheat sheet on the Top 5 podcasts we've done in the myDIVORCE category - all about legal issues, finding a lawyer, what kind of d...

Aren't you shocked sometimes at the crazy and stupid things people say to you after hearing you're getting divorced? It happens all the time, and it leaves us feeling defensive when it should be the other way around. This episode, with the amazing author of the book "Don't Fucking Say That" will give you the words you need to get around those situations, and help you think ab...

We learn our best tips form hearing others that have gone through it, and Ilyssa Panitz has been writing and reporting on divorce for years, so she's picked up some great tips and advice from interviewing others. Here's what she learned! (Ilyssa Panitz, Divorce Journalist) Sign up for the exEXPERTS' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Divorce Rulebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ !  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.exEXPERTS...

If you feel like you aren't quite sure how to help your kids navigate the divorce, join the club! There isn't one surefire thing to say or way to navigate, but there are some key things to think about when it comes to helping your kids move forward. Hear what they are. (Guest: Christina McGhee, Divorce Parenting Expert) Sign up for the exEXPERTS' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Divorce Rulebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

We know, you probably aren't thinking about your taxes right now, but did you know that June is the second estimated prepaid tax payment for 2025, which you have to do to avoid penalties? And you are entitled to half of your spouse's IRA or 401k, but are you calculating the taxes you'll pay on that in your divorce settlement? Taxes can get messy during divorce, and we want you to be up...

Mediation is a method that it used is so many divorces (even when you are litigating) but you can waste a LOT of money and time if you don't know how to prepare yourself. In this episode we go through five things you must do before starting mediation that will save you money. (Guest: Rebecca Stern, Pearl Mediation) Sign up for the exEXPERTS' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Divorce Rulebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Even though we're always giving you two perspectives on everything, we're still both women. In this week's episode, T.H. sits down with one of our favorite good guys, Daren Douglas, to talk about his community Relationships Renewed, and what other good guys are going through as they get divorced. (Guest: Daren Douglas, Certified Divorce Specialist ) Sign up for the exEXPERTS' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Abuse is far too common in marriages and chances are you know someone that has been or is struggling in an abusive relationship. Whether it's physical, emotional, mental, financial or some other form, just leaving the marriage does not always put an end to the abuse. In this episode T.H. talks to an expert on the different types of abuse, how to know if that's what you're dealing with,...

If you're interested in dating after divorce, it seems like dating apps are kind of your only option. Have you tried Tawkify? Match? JDate? Hinge? The dating app burnout is a real thing, and the truth is, there are other options for you! In this episode, dating app expert Alyssa Dineen gives us some amazing and creative ways to meet a new partner IRL, as well as ways to stay fresh on apps if t...

If you ever feel like you're living two parallel lives while going through your divorce - you're not alone! It's very hard to separate yourself from everything that's happening in the divorce, but this episode teaches you exactly how to do that, and how to unhook from your divorce story so you can move on! (Guest: Cherie Morris, Dear Divorce Coach ) Sign up for the exEXPERTS' ⁠...

The financial implications of divorce aren't limited to how much the settlement is worth, or how much child support or alimony is being paid. The bigger implications come with how well you understand your own situation and how you prepare yourself - and protect yourself - moving forward. This episode tells you what you should be thinking about in order to make sure you're on the right trac...

Mother's Day can bring up a lot of emotions when you're divorced, but this inspiring episode shows how good it can get. T.H. talks to Michelle Dempsey Multack about how their Mother's Day experiences have improved since they were married, to the first one after they were divorced up until now. It's an uplifting conversation that shows how resilient we all are, while also dealing wi...

The ultimate girl gang leaders, Cat & Nat, join us for a lively and laughable episode all about real life, parenting, and being raised by single divorced moms. You'll walk away with both valuable nuggets you can apply to your every day, but also new friends who understand life has its ugly parts, but explain how that doesn't have to stop you from enjoying all the great ones! (Guest: Ca...

We've got another round-up of hot topics questions about divorce - this time we cover everything from why you need a QDRO to whether or not you need permission to change your name to common divorce mistakes. Don't forget to send us your questions to hello@exexperts.com if you'd like them answered in an upcoming episode! (Guest: Tracy Moore Grant, Divorce Attorney, Amicable Divorce Netw...

From who files first (and why it matters) to how to avoid being bullied by your lawyer, this episode goes through rapid-fire questions on what you'll want to know, for every step of the process. (Guest: Jennifer Lazor, Divorce Attorney, Lazor Rantas ) Sign up for the exEXPERTS' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Divorce Rulebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ !  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.exEXPERTS.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Follow @exEXPERTS on TikTo...

It's the oldest question in the book...why did my spouse cheat on me? We think we know the reasons, but there is so much more involved. And since both of us (T.H. and Jess) have been there - both of our husband's had affairs - we want to help you process the feelings you have for your cheating ex and move on with your life. This is a must-hear for anyone who's been cheated on! (Guest:...

How long do you need to take a break in dating after a breakup? A month? 6 months? A year? Is there actually a "right" or "wrong" amount of time? In this episode, we talk to Luke Entrup and Kendra Cunov, both of whom offer courses on either male or female cleansing, aka taking a break from dating. You'll hear both the guy's and girl's perspective on what every perso...

It's one of those situations that sounds shocking and also probably happens more often that you think. How do you get through a situation like this? How do you work through the betrayal or feeling like you never even really knew your spouse - and most importantly, how can you move forward in a way that still allows for a productive relationship and co-parenting situation? We speak to Jessica F...

It's easy to get caught up in dealing with the divorce settlement, and oftentimes the lawyers can even rile you up and set you off down a path that you hadn't intended. It's complicated and can get messy and emotional. But there is a different way to divorce, if you aren't planning to litigate, and we find out exactly how in this episode! (Guest: Heather MacKenzie, Hello Divorce) S...

How do you define fair versus enough? Especially when it comes to a divorce settlement, when emotions are flying high and at least one spouse if likely feeling that the final result of the negotiation should reflect their "worth." In this episode, we dig into that conversation to help people understand the difference, and how to make sure what they end up with feels both fair and is enou...

When getting divorced, the first year is always the hardest. It's the time when you are figuring out what this new life will look like, for you and your kids. And it's a time when you exprience a lot of new firsts, as you learn how to navigate and adjust. In this episode, we speak to Sarah Armstrong, an executive at Google who knows how to get things done, about how she did it and why it p...

It's both exciting and scary to start dating again after divorce, but what are some of the warning signs to look out for? Nowadays, there are a lot of people who say they're divorced when it's not finalized yet, or who aren't totally truthful about their living situation and more. How to know if you're getting the real story? This is a must hear episode with dating stories from...

If you have kids, then there's a very good chance there will be some type of stepparent role after your divorce - either with your new partner and their kids or your ex's new partner and your own kids. We know it's hard to accept a stepparent in your kids' lives, mostly because we don't want someone else involved in decisions being made and of course the fear of how much our ki...

It's not a sexy topic, but tax time is coming and there are some specific things you need to know so you don't get hit with any penalties or fees if you're getting divorced. If your divorce wasn't finalized before the end of the year, do you file jointly or separately? If you have kids, how do you determine who claims them? We go through all the important basics so you're set u...

Have you ever heard of harmonious coparenting? Does the expression make you cringe or smile? If you want to know ways you can actually make peace and harmony with your coparent, then this is the episode for you. It is filled with such great, actionable tips and Jessica even used one with her own ex/coparent after we recorded it with great success! The advice here is priceless and could legit chang...