Split | A Podcast on Modern Divorce

In this episode of Split: A Podcast on Modern Divorce, host and New York family law attorney Gus Dimopoulos is joined by Heidi Davidson for a fast-paced game of “Red Flag / Green Flag.” Using real questions from listeners, Gus breaks down common divorce scenarios—from quitting a job before filing to consulting an attorney early—and explains which moves help protect you and which can seriously hurt...

Gus Dimopoulos dives into a surprisingly complicated issue: 50/50 custody. A lot of people hear “equal time” and assume it’s automatically fair. But what if the system is treating 50/50 like the default solution even when it doesn’t fit the family? Gus discusses when 50/50 works, when it doesn’t, and why conflict, safety, and the child’s best interests have to come first.

This episode is about what people get wrong – and right – when it comes to private investigators in divorce cases. Despite what TV and movies suggest, this isn’t about drama or catching someone in the act. It’s about timing, legality, strategy, and protecting yourself. Jessica Zannetti, a Principal and Head of Research and Investigations at Sound Waters Intelligence, has extensive experience worki...

In this episode of Split: A Podcast on Modern Divorce , host and New York family law attorney Gus Dimopoulos sits down with Jill Spielberg, Esq., Partner at Abrams Fensterman, to unpack the biggest trends reshaping divorce law in 2026. From the rise of high-conflict personality dynamics and coercive control to the growing number of parental alienation claims and emergency court filings, Gus and Ji...

Today, we’re digging into the financial side of divorce, and not just the dollars and cents. We’ll talk about financial abuse, how hidden assets are uncovered, and why cryptocurrency is creating a whole new set of challenges in divorce cases. To guide us through it, I’m joined by Nicholas Himonidis, who has seen firsthand how finances can shape the outcome of a divorce. Nick owns and operates The...

We're diving into the complicated human behaviors that often shape divorce -- narcissism, mental health challenges, addiction, and high-conflict personalities. These dynamics don’t exist outside the legal process; they influence every decision. This conversation offers insight into how attorneys navigate those realities while protecting clients emotionally as well as legally.

In this episode, we’re digging into one of the most critical -- and most misunderstood -- corners of family law: safe exchanges and supervised visitation. These court-ordered services aren’t punitive, and they’re not “babysitting.” They are structured, trauma-informed tools designed to protect children, reduce conflict, and allow parent–child relationships to continue safely during some of the mos...

In this episode, we take a clear-eyed look at what litigation strategy really means in divorce. It’s not about aggression or courtroom theatrics -- it’s about timing, leverage, psychology, and knowing when to push and when to protect. You’ll hear how lawyers build smart, intentional cases designed to safeguard clients legally and financially.

When divorce turns toxic, kids often pay the highest price. In this episode of Split | A Podcast on Modern Divorce, Gus sits down with Dr. Amy Baker, a leading expert on parental alienation, to unpack one of the most painful and misunderstood dynamics in family law. They explore how alienation happens, why courts struggle to handle it, and what parents can do when they feel cut off from their chil...

In this episode of Split | A Podcast on Modern Divorce, Gus is joined by former New York State Judge, Matthew Cooper, who served as a judge in the New York State court system from 2001 until his retirement this year. For the last 13 years of his judicial career, he sat in the Supreme Court where he presided over a dedicated matrimonial part. Since his retirement he has turned his focus to mediatio...

Narcissists. Love bombs. Red flags. They’re everywhere, or at least, it feels that way. In this episode of Split | A Podcast on Modern Divorce, Gus sits down with Dr. Kathleen McKay, a clinical expert who’s spent decades helping courts untangle some of the most complex divorce and custody cases. Together, they break down what narcissism really looks like beyond the buzzword, why so many smart peop...

In this episode of Split | A Podcast on Modern Divorce, we explore how different parenting styles, from permissive to authoritative, shape co-parenting during and after divorce. Dr. Beth Raines, a child and adolescent psychologist with 40 years of experience joins Gus Dimopoulos to discuss real-world custody cases, courtroom insights, and expert advice on balancing warmth and structure for childre...

Divorce is changing, from the rise of mediation and gray divorce to shifting gender dynamics and the role of technology. In this episode of Split | A Podcast on Modern Divorce, Gus Dimopoulos is joined by renowned family law expert Lisa Zeiderman, who brings decades of experience as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and Certified Financial Litigator. Together, they explore the biggest trends r...