The Glamorous Grind

Why do people really fight? Most people believe they're arguing about money, parenting, work responsibilities, promotions, chores, trust, or communication. But according to experienced family law and employment attorneys, the real cause of conflict is often much deeper. In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, employment attorney Mila Arutunian and family law specialist Ilona Antonyan break do...

Most parents going through a divorce ask the same question: Am I hurting my child? In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, board-certified child,  adolescent, and adult psychiatrist Dr. Peter Kass joins law specialists Mila Arutunian and Ilona Antonyan to answer the questions divorcing parents are afraid to ask. What you'll learn: - Divorce itself does NOT inherently traumatize children — con...

What happens when someone uses the court system not to solve problems — but to harass, control, or financially drain their ex? In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, family law attorney Ilona breaks down the reality of vexatious litigants in divorce and family court cases. A vexatious litigant is someone who repeatedly files frivolous motions, emergency requests, or repetitive legal actions desig...

A THC blood result can follow you long after the high is gone, and that gap between chemistry and impairment is where marijuana DUI cases get messy fast. We’re back with criminal defense attorneys Lauren and Cole to talk plainly about what actually happens when police suspect cannabis impairment, what California law does and does not say, and why “I bought it legally” is never the same as “I can d...

You can be telling the truth, have the receipts in your head, and still watch a judge rule against you. That’s the brutal lesson of family court: being “right” isn’t the same as proving it with evidence, procedure, and a story the court can actually use. We dig into what “high-conflict divorce” really looks like when custody battles keep escalating no matter what you do. We talk about the common s...

Most people picture a DUI as a headline-worthy meltdown, but the reality is usually quieter and more relatable: dinner with friends, a hard week, a bad call, and then flashing lights in the rearview mirror. We sit down with DUI defense attorneys Lauren Angelos and Cole Casey to talk about what really happens after a driving under the influence arrest and why smart, successful people can still find...

You can feel it the moment a divorce turns from sad to scorched earth and most people assume the only way through is to “lawyer up” and fight harder. We see something different: the calmest person in the room often has the most power. Divorce attorney Anna Romanskaya joins us to explain how empathy, credibility, and being genuinely likable can move family law cases forward, even in high conflict l...

Artem Chigvintsev returns to The Glamorous Grind for a powerful and vulnerable conversation about what happens after the spotlight shifts. From navigating divorce in the public eye to co-parenting, fatherhood, dating, and rebuilding his life from the ground up, Artem shares what the last year has really looked like. This episode is about resilience, reinvention, and finding purpose again when ever...

Headlines move faster than facts, and that gap can cost you your job, your peace, and your reputation. We pull back the curtain on how public opinion has become its own courtroom, why clickbait thrives on outrage, and what actually happens when a legal story is packaged for views. From televised trials edited into viral drama to feeds tuned by algorithms, we explore how a single narrative can hard...

Ever Googled a legal question at 2 a.m. and felt worse after reading the results? We’ve been there. This episode brings clarity to the messy intersections of love, work, and money, grounded in real cases and straight answers you can actually use. We start with privacy: what you can see on a shared phone plan, what you can’t, and why snooping through a locked device crosses legal lines. From there,...

We go inside the fastest-growing scams hitting seniors, from AI voice clones to bank impersonations, and break the shame that keeps families quiet. District Attorney Summer Stephan shares how our task force links cases, what to report, and a simple script that stops fraud in its tracks. • why smart people still fall for layered scams • how tech support pop-ups lead to bank impersonation • the powe...

Ever stared at a legal mess and thought, How do I pick the right lawyer without getting burned? We take you from vague recommendations to a clear, confident selection process that protects your wallet, your case, and your peace of mind. We start where most people do: referrals. They’re useful, but not a strategy. We explain how to vet attorneys beyond word of mouth with state bar records, Google r...

Retaliation at work is way more common than people realize. You speak up about harassment, discrimination, or a toxic environment, and suddenly your job gets harder, colder, or you get pushed out completely. A lot of people think this is just “bad luck” or “HR doing their job,” but many times it’s actually illegal. In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, Ilona and Mila talk openly about what reall...

Ilona and Mila debunk the biggest myths about divorce court—and react to dramatic Divorce Court and Judge Judy moments to show how real family law actually works. From child support misconceptions to courtroom etiquette, this episode separates Hollywood fiction from California legal reality.  Judges don’t just ask who has the kids; they compare incomes, impute earnings when someone is underemploye...

Divorce can feel isolating — but connection is the cure. In this heartfelt episode, Ilona and Mila talk with Arielle Fuller, community builder and relationship expert, about her new Divorce Buddy System. She's pairing women who’ve been through divorce with those currently navigating it. Arielle opens up about her own story, the rise of loneliness in modern life, and how vulnerability and cour...

Your favorite legal dramas deliver killer lines; real court rewards clean records. We sat down to separate TV spectacle from courtroom reality—pulling scenes from Suits, Legally Blonde, Kramer vs. Kramer, Big Little Lies, and North Country—and traced what would actually fly before a judge with a packed calendar and zero patience for theatrics. The truth is quieter, more exacting, and far more inte...

We explore the complex legal landscape of IVF, surrogacy, and embryo ownership with adoption attorney Anna Howard, who brings years of experience helping families navigate reproductive law. • Embryo ownership after divorce is a legally complex area with limited case precedent • California has no published case law specifically addressing frozen embryo disputes • Clinics require disposition forms b...

Ever wondered what happens when a decade-long paternity secret explodes? When custody battles turn into psychological warfare? Our latest deep dive takes you behind closed doors into the most shocking family law cases that still haunt veteran attorneys years later. The episode opens with a jaw-dropping story of a married man who paid hush money for ten years to a woman claiming he fathered her chi...

When tragedy strikes a family, especially one involving a child, the path forward can seem impossibly daunting. Enter Keri Nahama, a formidable personal injury attorney who specializes in representing society's most vulnerable victims – children who cannot speak for themselves. With a philosophy she describes as "polite until provoked," Keri reveals the profound purpose behind perso...

The journey to justice often takes unexpected paths. Attorney Blake Woodhall returns to share the remarkable conclusion of his fight against Los Angeles County, resulting in a historic $4 billion settlement for 11,000 survivors of sexual abuse in the foster care system over a staggering 65-year period. Behind the headlines and enormous settlement figure lies a profound human story. Woodhall reveal...

When passion meets purpose, extraordinary results follow. Attorney Eric Ganci embodies this principle in every aspect of his multifaceted career—from drummer to DUI defense attorney to brain injury specialist. His journey reveals a powerful truth: authenticity isn't just personally fulfilling it's professionally advantageous. Eric's signature bow ties aren't just fashion statem...

Is quiet quitting a form of self-care, silent protest… or just career sabotage in disguise? In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, Ilona and Mila tackle the controversial workplace trend of quiet quitting. They break down the generational clash between hustle culture and the new wave of boundaries, the harsh realities of inflation, the emotional cost of underappreciation, and how to protect your...

What happens after our heroes return home? In this episode of The Glamorous Grind , we sit down with Dr. Gerald P. Porter—veteran, senior USPS executive, and advocate for North County Veterans Stand Down. We uncover the often-invisible battles veterans face once they leave the military: PTSD, homelessness, unemployment, incarceration, and fractured families. 🎖️ From personal stories to systemic fa...

Are prenups just for the rich—or are they a smart move for anyone saying “I do”? In this episode of The Glamorous Grind , Ilona and Mila are joined by certified family law specialist Andrew Rosenberry to unpack the truth about prenuptial agreements. From protecting both parties to why they’re more common (and necessary) than ever, we’re breaking down the legal and emotional realities of love, mone...

Podcast host Lindsay Abernathy joins Ilona and Mila to discuss the hidden epidemic of domestic abuse , emotional manipulation , and the failures of the family court system . Lindsay — host of Bitch Is A Bad Word — shares her personal survival story and explains why silence is dangerous, how trauma bonds form, and what “pink flags” really mean. From love bombing and gaslighting to corruption in cou...