The Divorce Allies Podcast

Hi, welcome back to the Divorce Allies Podcast. I'm Anna Graham, and in today's episode, I'm continuing my conversation with Charlotte Avis, founder of Capital C and a passionate advocate for helping women build financial confidence through investing. In Part One, we explored the emotional relationship many women have with money during and after divorce. Today, we're taking the...

Hi, welcome back to the Divorce Allies Podcast! I'm your host, Anna Graham, and today I'm joined by someone whose message couldn't be more timely for women navigating major life transitions. My guest is Charlotte Avis, founder of Capital C, who helps women take control of their finances, build lasting wealth, and develop the confidence to make financial decisions without fear or sha...

Welcome back to The Divorce Allies Podcast. I'm Melissa Gragg, and today I'm joined by Divorce Allies team member Emile Flowers for a conversation about one of the most important concepts in the divorce process: recognizing patterns and overcoming roadblocks before they derail your case. After decades of working in divorce litigation, mediation, and financial strategy, I've learned...

Welcome back to the Divorce Allies podcast. Divorce can feel overwhelming when you're receiving advice from attorneys, friends, social media, and countless online resources—all pointing in different directions. In this episode, I sit down with Divorce Allies team members Emile Flowers, Anna Graham, and myself, Melissa Gragg, to explain how we're creating a more practical and empowering a...

 Welcome back to the Divorce Allies podcast. I’m Melissa Gragg, and today I’m joined by Emile Flowers and Anna Graham from the Divorce Allies team for a conversation that so many people quietly struggle with during divorce: income, employment, and the emotional decision of whether to keep the house. If you’re trying to figure out how returning to work, starting a side hustle, or receiving support...

 Welcome to The Divorce Allies Podcast, Melissa Gragg sits down with Emile Flowers to explore how storytelling can become a powerful tool for healing after divorce. We discuss the emotional weight many women carry during the divorce process and how writing can help them process difficult experiences, reclaim their identity, and begin imagining a new future. From journaling and memoir writing to th...

 Welcome to The Divorce Allies Podcast—As someone who has worked closely with individuals navigating the complexities of divorce, I’ve seen firsthand how overwhelming and disorienting that experience can be. In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Bland and Melissa Gragg for a conversation that goes far beyond the legal and financial aspects of divorce—we’re talking about identity, healing, and the p...

Welcome to The Divorce Allies Podcast—I’m Emile Flowers, and today we’re diving into something that completely changes the way people think about negotiation, especially in divorce and high-conflict financial situations. Most people are taught to negotiate reactively. You wait for court dates, wait for documents, wait for your attorney, wait for the other side to make a move—and before you know it...

Welcome back to the podcast. I’m Anna Graham, and today’s episode is a little different—in the best way. We’re doing a rapid-fire Q&A focused on one of the most important parts of navigating divorce: parenting and co-parenting. Joining me is Cristin Terri, our divorce coach and co-parenting specialist. Cristin works closely with parents who are trying to figure out how to move forward while st...

 Welcome back to the podcast. I’m Anna Graham, and today we’re diving into a conversation that many people face during and after divorce—who you are when the titles fall away. For so long, our identities can become wrapped up in labels: wife, partner, career title, or even the roles others assign to us. But when life shifts—especially through divorce—it often forces us to ask a deeper question: Wh...

Welcome back to the podcast. I’m Anna Graham, and today’s conversation is deeply personal and incredibly empowering. We’re talking about something that often gets overlooked in divorce recovery—gratitude toward yourself and the intentional creation of new traditions after divorce. Divorce can feel like the loss of identity, rhythm, and the rituals that once defined your life. But what if this seas...

Welcome back to the podcast. I’m Melissa Gragg, and today we’re talking about something that sounds simple—but can be incredibly difficult during divorce: staying the course. When emotions are high and financial decisions feel overwhelming, it’s easy to get pulled off center. Fear, urgency, frustration, and even outside opinions can push you into reactive choices that don’t serve your long-term st...

Welcome back to the podcast. I’m Anna Graham, and today we’re talking about something that many people don’t expect to face during or after divorce—rewriting relationships. Divorce doesn’t just end a marriage. It reshapes how we relate to our former spouse, our children, extended family, and even ourselves. The dynamics shift. Communication changes. Boundaries become essential. And sometimes, the...

Welcome back to The Divorce Allies Podcast .. I’m Anna Graham, and today we’re diving into something that can quietly derail even the most well-intentioned divorce process—attachment to the outcome. In mediation, we often walk in believing we know exactly what we want, what’s fair, and how things should unfold. But when we become rigidly attached to a specific result, it can block resolution, incr...

Welcome back to The Divorce Allies Podcast . I’m Anna Graham, and in this episode, we’re having a conversation that so many people avoid—but absolutely shouldn’t—money and the house. When you’re going through divorce, decisions about the marital home and your financial future can feel overwhelming, emotional, and deeply personal. It’s not just about property. It’s about stability, identity, securi...

I’m Melissa Gragg, and welcome to The Divorce Allies Podcast . In this episode, we’re talking about something that often gets overlooked in divorce conversations—the need to rewrite the script not just legally or financially, but mentally, physically, and emotionally. I’m joined by the Divorce Allies team: Emile Flowers and Cristine Terri. Together, we explore what it really means to heal after di...

I’m Anna Graham, and welcome to The Divorce Allies Podcast . Today’s conversation is one so many people find themselves needing—but rarely feel prepared for—what it actually looks like to start over after divorce. I’m joined by three incredible experts and voices you know well: Melissa Gragg, financial mediator and divorce strategist; Emile Flowers, divorce mortgage planning specialist; and Cristi...

I’m Emile Flowers, and welcome back to The Divorce Allies Podcast . Today, I’m joined again by financial mediator and divorce strategist Melissa Gragg as we continue Part Two of an essential conversation—what really happens when your divorce position statement turns into a settlement offer. In the last episode, we talked about how to create a position statement and why it’s one of the most importa...

Whether you’re just starting your divorce journey or you’re already deep in it, we’re really glad you’re here. I’m Emile Flowers, your divorce mortgage planning specialist, and I’m joined by Melissa Gragg — financial mediator, divorce strategist, and honestly… the divorce queen. Today we’re talking about position statements — and here’s the big shift: your position statement isn’t “just notes.” It...

Women in Life Transitions: Reset Your Body, Mind, and Soul After 50 Luxury real estate broker, 7x national ballroom champion, spiritual director, and Miss Senior America—CT titleholder Robin Kencel joins Melissa Gragg to unpack practical ways women can reset mind, body, and spirit—especially through divorce and life transitions.  Learn centering prayer in 10 minutes, the “three graces” nightly pra...

Whether you're just beginning your divorce journey or already in the thick of it, understanding disclosures is key. We’ll walk you through what they are, why they matter, and how they can become one of the most powerful tools in your strategy—not just a pile of paperwork. This episode will help you rethink your first steps, take back control of the process, and avoid wasting money on the wron...

Position Statements: Your Divorce Roadmap | Negotiate From Strength & Avoid Oversharing Welcome back to the Divorce Allies Podcast. In today’s workshop-style episode, we’re diving into one of the most powerful—but overlooked—tools in your divorce toolkit: the position statement. https://www.thedivorceallies.com/ If you’ve ever felt like your case is a chaotic mix of emotional stories, endless...

Welcome to the Divorce Allies Podcast, a podcast and video series where we dive into all things divorce—pre-divorce, during your divorce, and post-divorce. We're a team of financial professionals, divorce mortgage planning specialists, parenting coaches, divorce coaches, and myself—supporting our members through the post-divorce transition. https://www.thedivorceallies.com/ https://www.gracef...

Welcome to the Divorce Allies Podcast—a show where we break down the complex world of divorce with clarity, compassion, and expert insight. From business valuations and alimony to mindset, real estate, and financial prep, we guide you through the entire settlement process with the help of lawyers, divorce mortgage specialists, parenting plan experts, and more. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediat...

You Divorced... Now What? Post-Divorce Transitions and Creating Your Next Chapter | DIY Divorce Welcome to the Divorce Allies Podcast—a show and video series designed to help you navigate divorce and thrive in life after it. We bring together financial experts, mortgage advisors, parenting coaches, and business mentors to support every part of your transition—from the legal and financial to the em...