The Good Divorce® Show

In this episode, Karen McNenny discusses the challenges and dynamics of having college-age kids in the context of divorce and separation. She reflects on her own experience as a parent of divorce sending her child off to college and the grief of saying goodbye. Karen emphasizes the importance of maintaining a sense of home base for children, even as they become more independent. She advises parent...

In this conversation, Karen McNenny interviews Jen Schimbeno, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®), about the importance of financial planning in divorce. They discuss the collaborative divorce process and the role of a CDFA® in helping families navigate the financial aspects of divorce. They also highlight the need for logical decision-making and the potential pitfalls of getting caught...

In this episode, Karen McNenny discusses the importance of language when talking about divorce and separation. She emphasizes the need to shift our thinking and use more positive and empowering language to describe these situations. Karen suggests using terms like 'family that lives across two homes' instead of 'broken family' and 'renovating' instead of 'broken'. She also encourages referring to...

In this conversation, Karen McNenny interviews Beatty Cohan, a nationally recognized Psychotherapist, Sex Therapist, and Author, about her personal experience with divorce and her expertise in relationships. Beatty shares her own journey of divorce in the 80s and how she and her ex-husband were able to co-parent their daughter successfully. She emphasizes the importance of emotional and psychologi...

Keila Gilbert, Esq., founder of Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation , shares her personal journey through divorce and how it led her to create a mediation service. She emphasizes the importance of minimizing harm to children during divorce and discusses the issue of parental alienation. Keila highlights the holistic approach of her mediation program, which includes legal, financial, and therapeutic...

In this conversation, Karen McNenny interviews Mercedes Barker, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, about the financial aspects of divorce. Mercedes shares her expertise as an investment advisor and discusses various types of accounts and their tax implications. She explains the importance of categorizing assets as after-tax or pre-tax and how this affects the division of assets in a divorce se...

Good Divorce Coach™ Karen McNenny interviews Jessica and T.H., the founders of exEXPERTS and hosts of the Divorce Etc... podcast. Jessica and T.H. discuss their own experiences with divorce, provide valuable insights and resources for navigating the process, emphasize the importance of creating a parenting plan that suits your family's unique needs, and share the significance of maintaining open c...

Elizabeth Douglas, founder of the Douglas Family Law Group , discusses the importance of a customized approach to divorce and finding the right legal partner. She emphasizes the need for clients to know their goals and objectives and to communicate them to their attorney. Elizabeth Douglas also highlights the importance of giving oneself grace during divorce and envisioning a positive future. She...

In this conversation, Karen McNenny and Mercedes Barker discuss the complexities of real estate in divorce. Mercedes, a certified divorce financial analyst and real estate broker, highlights the importance of considering all aspects of property division, including emotional attachments and hidden assets. They also discuss the challenges of dividing the family home, the impact of interest rates on...

Karen McMahon, a high conflict divorce strategist and certified divorce coach, shares her personal journey through a high conflict divorce and how it led her to help others navigate their own divorces. She emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, reclaiming your mental space, and focusing on personal growth during the divorce process. McMahon also discusses the key elements of a good divorce,...

In this conversation, Charles Jamieson, a Certified Marital and Family Law Attorney, shares valuable insights and advice for individuals going through a divorce. He emphasizes that most divorce cases settle outside of court and encourages clients to prioritize their goals and be realistic about their expectations. He also discusses the importance of transparency with your attorney, creating a divo...

Olivia Summerhill , a niche specialist in high net-worth divorces, shares her personal experience of growing up in a wealthy family and witnessing her parents' destructive divorce. She emphasizes the importance of handling finances and emotions correctly during divorce to protect children and achieve financial independence. Olivia discusses the unique challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals...

Welcome to SEASON TWO of the Good Divorce Show™! Your Good Divorce Coach™, Karen McNenny , is focused on providing support and guidance for individuals going through divorce or struggling with their former spouse. The podcast aims to promote a less destructive and more balanced approach to divorce, ensuring the well-being of both parents and children. This season's topics include real estate , fin...

This week Karen is joined by co-parenting expert and pioneer in the Good Divorce Movement, Christina McGhee.

Have you ever felt Divorce Envy? How about the post-divorce honeymoon period Karen refers to as Divorgasmic? Do your young adult children know what life looks like for them when they come home from college? What should you do with your wedding ring? Is there an expectation or obligation that you will send your former spouse a birthday card? How long should you wait before you start dating again? K...

Divorce is an unfortunate reality for a staggering number of people every year. Here with common sense suggestions are attorney Jeffrey Stephens and psychologist Dr. Ronald Raymond.

What does a Good Divorce look like from a child's perspective? Karen gets the straight answers from her own daughter, 18-year-old Sophia, who reflects on 12 years of living across two homes, on watching her parents move on, and on how her experience shaped her ideas about family, relationships, and love.

It's unavoidably hard on kids when their parents split. But divorce doesn't have to be a source of trauma.

In this episode I am going to break down what a Divorce Coach can do for you. In particular, the Good Divorce Journey I lead couples through is unique in the divorce community.

In this episode I am going to break down what a Divorce Coach can do for you. In particular, the Good Divorce Journey I lead couples through is unique in the divorce community.

Your marriage is complete. Now it's time to figure out how to distribute your kids' lives across two homes.

You wouldn't remodel your home without having any say in it.

If you're thinking about or getting divorced, you need to learn how to keep your net worth from getting net worse! Join Karen as she talks with Stacy Francis, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, about the most common money mistakes people make when ending their marriage. In this episode you'll learn: What CFDAs do that other financial experts don't What to look for when seeking a divorce financ...

What's harder to talk about than divorce? How about ...

Some of the most important financial decisions you ever make are often made when you're most vulnerable, like in the process of divorce.