The Robertson and Easterling Podcast

Mississippi custody law just changed in a significant way. On April 8, 2026, Governor Tate Reeves signed House Bill 1662, creating a rebuttable presumption that joint custody with equal parenting time is in the best interest of the child. In this episode of the R+E Podcast, Matt Easterling and Sarah Didlake sit down with former Chancellor Ed Patten to break down what that actually means—and what i...

In this episode, Craig sits down with retired Chancellor Ed Patten for a thoughtful, behind-the-scenes look at a career spent at the intersection of law and real life. Judge Patten's path to the bench wasn't linear—he began as a pharmacist before earning his law degree from Ole Miss and building a successful legal practice in Hazlehurst, eventually serving five terms over more than two decades as...

Divorce and family conflict can push people into survival mode. A text message, tense conversation, or co-parenting issue can quickly trigger stress that makes it hard to think clearly or respond calmly. In this episode, divorce attorney Craig Robertson and R+E client advocate, former client, and meditation practitioner Mac Chaney are joined by yoga and meditation teacher Amy Wilson to discuss pra...

In this episode of the Robertson + Easterling Podcast, Craig Robertson sits down with Jennifer Guthrie—Gulf Shores City Councilwoman, entrepreneur, and founder of Glow Yoga Studio—to talk about the kind of healing that doesn't show up in a court order: calming your nervous system, rebuilding resilience, and learning to be present when life feels heavy.  Jennifer shares her journey from Division I...

In this episode of the Robertson + Easterling podcast, Craig Robertson is joined by new podcast sponsor Ethan and Stephanie Kelly of Providence Capital Management for a practical, wide-ranging conversation about estate planning, wealth management, insurance and retirement strategies. This discussion is designed for anyone who wants a clearer understanding of how financial decisions made today shap...

In this special companion episode to the free eBook published as public service of the Mississippi family law firm of Robertson + Easterling, Craig Robertson and Matt Easterling sit down with their client advocate, Mac Chaney, to walk through concepts introduced in The First 30 Days: A Practical Guide to the Hardest Month. The eBook moves day by day through the earliest stage of divorce, exploring...

The final session of  Quiet in the Chaos  invites you to rest in the imagery of a flowing river — steady, cleansing, and always renewing. Meditation is not about forcing the mind to be still, but about noticing what is present and allowing it to pass through without resistance. In this practice, you'll be guided to release what no longer serves you into the current of Love, making space for fresh...

In Part Two of our  Quiet in the Chaos  meditation series, we deepen the practice by exploring the image of a mighty oak tree — rooted, steady, and nourished by what is life-giving. Meditation, whether drawn from Zen traditions of present-moment awareness or the contemplative stillness of Christian prayer, invites us to be grounded in the here and now. Like a tree whose roots hold firm through shi...

At Robertson + Easterling, we care about our clients' emotional health as much as their legal needs. In the first of our three-part series  Quiet in the Chaos , we introduce the healing power of meditation — the ancient spiritual practice of focusing your attention and calming the mind to cultivate greater awareness, presence, and emotional balance. It can involve observing the breath, repeating a...

In this deeply moving episode of the Robertson and Easterling Podcast, Craig Robertson sits down with Richard and Kim Johnson, parents of Katie — a vibrant, talented 22-year-old whose life was tragically cut short by fentanyl poisoning. Through tears and courage, Richard and Kim recount Katie's adventurous spirit, her struggles with anxiety during the isolation of COVID, and how one counterfeit pi...

Craig Robertson and Matt Easterling sit down with therapist Stephanie Hathorn of The Shepherd's Staff to explore her late-in-life ADHD diagnosis and its profound impact on her self-understanding, her clients, and the journey through midlife. Sharing her story with warmth, humor, and honesty – including experiences from being struck by lightning to navigating anxiety, motherhood, and life transitio...

Discover the transformative power of fasting in this inspiring episode of the Robertson + Easterling Podcast with special guest Kelly Englemann, holistic nurse practitioner and founder of Enhanced Wellness Living. Together with Matt and Craig, Kelly explores the science and spirituality behind fasting - from improving energy, sleep, and gut health to fostering discipline, resilience, and a deeper...

In this engaging episode of the Robertson and Easterling Podcast, Craig and Matt sit down with Adam Black—divorce mortgage specialist, former professional bullfighter, and repeat guest—to explore the complex intersection of housing, mortgages, and life transitions like divorce. From his adrenaline-filled rodeo days to navigating today's challenging real estate market, Adam shares candid stories, p...

Life is hard—and when loneliness creeps in, it can feel impossible to carry on. But on this episode of The Robertson and Easterling Podcast, hosts Matt Easterling and  Craig Robertson sit down with Licensed Professional Counselor Naomi Muffuletto for a powerful conversation about what it really means to feel connected. Together, they explore how trauma, shame, and disconnection can isolate us—and...

On this episode of the R+E podcast, Craig Robertson and Matt Easterling share real-world stories, negotiation strategies, and insights on resolving disputes in divorce. Recorded live for Professor Chris Dunnell's negotiation class at Mississippi College School of law, this episode dives into the emotional and practical challenges of family law and what it really takes to guide clients through life...

In this special episode of the  Robertson and Easterling Podcast , Craig Robertson sits down with legendary Mississippi State coach Ron Polk—known to many as the "Godfather of SEC Baseball"—for a heartfelt and insightful conversation that spans over half a century of baseball history, mentorship, and legacy. From his early childhood in Arizona, where his father — a former semi-pro ballplayer—first...

In this episode of the Robertson and Easterling Podcast, Craig Robertson sits down with pastor and speaker  Mike  Breaux to tackle a universal struggle—envy. They explore how envy can silently creep into our lives, poisoning relationships, distorting priorities, and leading us down destructive paths.  But there's hope. The antidote to envy is gratitude. Craig and Mike dive into practical ways to s...

In this episode, Matt Easterling and Craig Robertson dive into the complexities of post-judgment modifications. The attorneys break down key legal considerations, including custody and visitation changes, financial support adjustments, and alimony modifications. The discussion also covers enforcement through contempt actions and the appeals process. While many believe a divorce judgment is the fin...

Join Craig Robertson and Matt Easterling on the R+E Podcast as they explore the important topic of healthy sexuality in marriage. They're joined by certified sex therapist Lida Carraway, who shares expert insights on building stronger, more fulfilling connections. As divorce attorneys, your hosts have seen how intimacy—or the lack of it—affects relationships. Lida discusses common struggles, pract...

In this episode of the  Robertson and Easterling Podcast , Craig Robertson talks with Chris Grothe and Cliff Stewart about  Aetheric Life , a breathwork-based program for holistic personal development. They share how they each forged interest in wellness and developed a four-session journey that helps participants release emotional blocks, embrace the present, and discover their purpose. Chris and...

In this heartwarming Christmas episode, Craig Robertson and Matt Easterling sit down with their wives, Rachel Robertson and Caylee Easterling, to share candid reflections on the challenges and joys of balancing family life with the demands of being divorce attorneys. Through laughter, personal anecdotes, heartfelt moments, and two surprise guests, the couples discuss the importance of being presen...

The Robertson and Easterling podcast welcomes two favorite guests, Ben Derrick and Jason Smith, for a special November episode centered on gratitude. In this heartfelt and often spiritual conversation, Matt and Craig sit down with the former pastors to explore the profound impact gratitude has on both personal and professional life. The discussion delves into how a mindset of thankfulness can tran...

In this powerful episode recorded the day after her divorce was final, a former client shares her experience of surviving emotional abuse in her marriage to a narcissist. She discusses how covert manipulation and gaslighting eroded her self-worth and left her and her children living in fear. Her journey of awakening began when the pain of staying outweighed the fear of leaving. She realized she wa...

In this episode of the Robertson and Easterling Podcast, hosts Matt Easterling and Craig Robertson dive into the crucial topic of temporary hearings in Mississippi divorce cases. A temporary hearing is often one of the first legal steps in a divorce proceeding, helping to foster calm and order amidst the storm of marital breakdown.  Matt and Craig explain what happens during these hearings, the ty...

This Robertson + Easterling Podcast offering delves into the complexities of adultery and its implications in Mississippi divorce cases. Matt Easterling and  Craig Robertson discuss how adultery is legally defined, its emotional and psychological impacts, and how it influences contested divorce proceedings in Mississippi - including child custody, alimony and the division of assets. While adultery...