The Divorce and Beyond® Podcast with Susan Guthrie, Esq.
The Divorce & Beyond® Podcast, hosted by nationally recognized family law attorney and mediator Susan Guthrie, offers guidance for those facing divorce, breakups, or major life changes. Drawing on over 30 years of experience, Susan and her guest experts provide practical advice and insider knowledge to help listeners navigate difficult transitions and build a thriving future beyond the crisis.
Episodes
Who's Steering Your Divorce? A Calmer Way Through, with Paula Lawhon on Divorce & Beyond #434
Walking into a courtroom for a divorce rarely ends in justice. The most likely outcome is a continuance. People take the day off from work, pay their attorney a good sum of money, and watch the judge kick the can down the road, walking out with nothing resolved. Now picture the opposite: one skilled, neutral person at the helm of the entire divorce, guiding both spouses through the divorce process
Choose the Judge. Know the Cost. Skip the Courtroom. with Amanda Mason of SOLAGREE on Divorce & Beyond #433
What would you say if I told you there is a way to choose the judge for your divorce, and skip the courtroom, entirely? The answer might surprise you. It's arbitration. In almost six years of Divorce and Beyond, arbitration has never been part of the conversation, until now.
Susan Guthrie welcomes family law attorney Amanda Mason, co-founder and CEO of Solagree, a virtual flat-fee divorce process
Summer Essentials: Reinvention After Divorce: Make the Rest of Your Life the BEST of Your Life with Author & Stylist, Alyssa Dineen on Divorce & Beyond #432
The end of a marriage does not mean the end of who you are. It can be the blank canvas that opens the door to becoming the person you were always meant to be, and there is no better place to close out a season than in that joyful, wide-open work of reinvention.
Susan Guthrie welcomes back stylist, dating expert, and author Alyssa Dineen, who rebuilt her own life after divorce and now helps others
Summer Essentials: Lying, Cheating and Adultery: How to Heal from Betrayal with the Founder of the PBT Institute, Dr. Debi Silber #431
Betrayal is one of the deepest wounds divorce can carry. As part of her summer series on rebuilding after divorce, Susan Guthrie, family law attorney and mediator, turns her attention to healing itself, sitting down with Dr. Debi Silber, founder of the PBT (Post-Betrayal Transformation) Institute.
Whether it's a loved one, a friend, a colleague, or someone entirely unexpected, betrayal reaches int
Summer Essentials: Mastering Parallel Parenting: Surviving High-Conflict Divorce with Dr. Courtney Evans #430
Not every co-parenting relationship can be fixed through better communication. What do you do when the other parent refuses to cooperate, no matter what you try? There's a name for the path forward: parallel parenting. Susan Guthrie welcomes divorce and recovery coach Dr. Courtney Evans, who has lived through high-conflict co-parenting herself and now helps others build the boundaries that get the
Summer Essentials: How to Cope When There’s No “Co” in Your Co-Parenting with Christina McGhee #429
Co-parenting takes two people willing to show up. Susan Guthrie says that when only one parent is willing, it is one of the most common and most exhausting struggles she sees, and it is exactly the situation divorce parenting expert Christina McGhee helps families navigate.
Parenting even under the best of circumstances is challenging. Add in a co-parent who is uncooperative or high-conflict, and
Summer Essentials: Find Me the Money! The Top 5 Ways People Hide Money in Divorce with Top Forensic Accountant, Tracy Coenen on Divorce & Beyond #428
What happens when you suspect your spouse isn't telling the truth about the finances? Susan Guthrie says it's more common than you think, and it's exactly what forensic accountant Tracy Coenen does for a living.
Tracy Coenen has spent more than 25 years uncovering hidden money in corporate fraud cases and in divorces too. She calls it "divorce financial planning," when someone sees a split coming
Summer Essentials: 5 Smart Strategies to Save Money in Your Divorce with Leading Divorce Financial Professional, Heather Locus on Divorce & Beyond #427
Susan Guthrie turns to a subject that keeps more people up at night than almost any other one in divorce: money. Specifically, how to protect it, and how to stop spending it in the wrong places.
Heather Locus is a CPA, certified financial planner, and certified divorce financial analyst with a rare gift for taking the most complicated financial pieces of divorce and making them feel manageable. In
Summer Essentials Series: How to Find the Coach You NEED to Succeed in Your Divorce with the Founders of the Divorce Coaches Academy #426
Susan Guthrie has been a divorce attorney and mediator for 35 years and she thinks that in almost all cases, your first hire in divorce should be a coach. This episode explains why.
How do you find the right divorce coach for you? The popularity of divorce coaching has grown enormously, and with so many kinds of coaches out there, it can be hard to know what a divorce coach actually does or how to
Summer Essentials Series: Divorce Triage: Who to Call First and How to Build the Right Support Team with Susan Guthrie on Divorce & Beyond #425
What do I do first when I find out I'm getting divorced?
It is the number one question people ask the moment divorce becomes real, whether they reached the decision themselves or were just told it is coming. In one of her most-requested solo episodes, Susan Guthrie introduces the concept of Divorce Triage, a clear-headed way to assess your situation and decide who to reach out to first based on th
What Losing Her Son Taught One Divorce Coach About Co-Parenting Conflict with Kelly Myers on Divorce & Beyond #424
Kelly Myers has been on Divorce and Beyond twice before. Once to talk about Divorce Day One. Once to help listeners avoid the divorce hangover that follows too many people into their new life. This time, she comes back to share something she has never spoken about publicly: what the loss of her son Jack taught her about years of high-conflict co-parenting, and her hope that every parent still in t
From the Archive: It’s All About the House – What You Need to Know Before You Decide to Keep It with Tami Wollensak on Divorce & Beyond #423
The question comes up in almost every divorce: what happens to the house? It is usually one of the biggest assets of the marriage, one of the biggest debts, and one of the most emotionally loaded decisions people face. Wanting to keep the house and actually being able to keep the house are two very different things.
This week Susan is bringing back one of the most downloaded archived conversations
Easier Now, Harder Later: Parenting Plans That Actually Work with Gabrielle Hartley on Divorce & Beyond #422
Do you know what almost no one tells you when you are creating a parenting plan? Some of the biggest co-parenting battles after divorce will not be over the things you think. It may not be the major custody decision or where the children will primarily live. It may be the late pickup, the unanswered text, the forgotten backpack, or the soccer registration deadline no one thought to clarify.
That i
From the Archive: What You Need to Know About Your Money When You Start a Divorce from Hollis Hardiman, CDFA #421
One of the biggest fears people face when contemplating divorce is the financial unknown. If you are sitting out there right now feeling overwhelmed, unsure where to begin, or worried about money, this conversation was made for you.
This week Susan is bringing you one of the most listened to and most shared episodes from the Divorce and Beyond archive, a conversation with certified divorce financi
When Your Partner Becomes a Stranger: Renowned Divorce Attorney Marilyn Chinitz Reveals the Red Flags You Didn’t See Coming on Divorce & Beyond #420
Most people who go through divorce will tell you the same thing: "I was blindsided." But were they really? Or were the signs there all along, just not recognized for what they were?
That is the question at the center of this conversation, and Susan Guthrie is bringing in one of the true icons of family law to answer it. Marilyn Chinitz, partner at Blank Rome and renowned matrimonial attorney with
This Isn’t a Bad Divorce. It’s Domestic Violence. And We Need to Stop Getting It Wrong with Susan Guthrie on Divorce & Beyond #419
Over the past couple of weeks, headlines have described a tragic murder suicide involving a couple going through a divorce, once again framing it as a "contentious divorce." Let's be very clear about something: divorce did not cause what happened. Divorce does not cause murder. Domestic violence causes murder.
That is why Susan Guthrie is doing this difficult but important solo episode. She walks
The 7 Most-Asked Divorce Questions on ChatGPT, Answered by a Top Family Law Attorney with Susan Guthrie on Divorce & Beyond #418
You have probably done it. Typed a question about your divorce into ChatGPT or another AI tool late at night, when you did not want to call anyone else. You are not alone.
In this solo episode, family law attorney and mediator Susan Guthrie answers the 7 most common divorce questions people are asking AI, with the depth and 35-plus years of experience that make the difference between a good-enough
The Digital Trail: How Tech Is Rewriting Divorce (and What Everyone Is Getting Wrong) with Susan Guthrie on Divorce & Beyond #417
What If Your Divorce Case Is Already Building Itself Without You Knowing?
Your texts. Your Venmo transactions. Your location history. Your Google searches. Even the files you thought you deleted. In divorce, your digital life is not just part of your story. It is the evidence. And right now, the advice circulating on social media about how to handle it is often incomplete, misleading, and in some
The 5 Most Costly Divorce Agreement Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them Before It’s Too Late) with Susan Guthrie on Divorce & Beyond #416
Most people assume the hardest part of divorce is getting through it. What they do not realize is that the agreement they sign at the end is what they are going to live with long after it is over.
Susan Guthrie has spent more than 35 years watching the same costly patterns show up in her work. What attorneys, mediators, and post-divorce litigation trends are revealing is that many of the most expe
Walking on Eggshells in Family Court: Meet Aimee Says, the AI Tool Transforming Survivor Support with Anne Wintemute on Divorce & Beyond #415
Two of Susan Guthrie's greatest passions, divorce and family law, and the world of AI, come together in this episode, and the result is something truly powerful.
Post-separation abuse is something far too many people experience, but the legal system still struggles to understand. Many people assume that once someone leaves an abusive relationship, the danger is over. But in reality, the abuse ofte
It Is Not the Divorce That Breaks People. It Is the Years Leading Up to It with Erin Levine, Founder of Hello Divorce on Divorce & Beyond #414
When most people think about divorce, they picture the legal process. They imagine paperwork, lawyers, and courtrooms. But the reality is that divorce often begins long before any legal step is taken.
In this episode, Susan Guthrie sits down with Erin Levine, founder of Hello Divorce, to talk about the stage of divorce that almost no one talks about: the years of uncertainty before a decision is e
Gray Divorce and Adult Children: The Hidden Impact No One Talks About with Carol Hughes on Divorce & Beyond #413
When people talk about gray divorce, the conversation usually focuses on the couple: finances, retirement, and starting over later in life. But there is another group deeply affected by these late in life separations that often goes overlooked: adult children.
The divorce rate for couples over 50 has more than doubled in recent decades, and as more long term marriages end later in life, families a
From Stuck to Unstuck: Healing the Long Shadow of Betrayal and Infidelity with Dr. Debi Silber on Divorce & Beyond #412
Time is supposed to heal everything. But for the millions of people navigating divorce after betrayal, that promise falls flat. They're functioning, managing the kids, showing up to work, doing all the things, and still carrying the weight of something that happened years, sometimes decades, ago. Fine, it turns out, is not the same as healed.
In this powerful episode, Susan Guthrie welcomes back D
Divorcing Under the Same Roof: How to Survive Living Together After It’s Over with Jenny Stevens on Divorce & Beyond #411
Divorce does not always change living arrangements overnight. Many couples file for divorce, expect everything to shift, and then walk back into the same home… with the same routines… and often even more tension than before. Living under the same roof after deciding a marriage is over can quickly become emotionally volatile if it is not handled intentionally.
That is why Susan Guthrie welcomes bac
Codependency & Divorce: The Fear, The Anger, and The Way Out of One-Sided Relationships with Michelle Farris on Divorce & Beyond #410
Susan Guthrie welcomes special guest Michelle Farris for a powerful conversation about codependency, the hidden dynamic beneath many struggling relationships. Michelle is a licensed psychotherapist, codependency expert, and anger management specialist. Together, they explore what codependency really is, why it often begins in childhood, and how it can quietly shape both a marriage and the way a di
Before You Call a Divorce Attorney: Financial Preparation with Karen Chellew & Catherine Shanahan on Divorce & Beyond #409
Divorce season is in full swing, and for many listeners, that means overwhelm, fear, and financial uncertainty. Susan Guthrie welcomes back two of her favorite returning experts, Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan of My Divorce Solution, to talk about what truly matters in the earliest days of divorce: financial clarity before legal action.
Divorce may be a legal process, but in the beginning, i
Dating Again in Midlife: Bela Gandhi Takes You From Fear to Confidence on Divorce & Beyond #408
Dating again in midlife can stir up a mix of curiosity, hope, and very real hesitation. After divorce, it’s not just about meeting someone new, it’s about trusting your instincts and believing that love can feel different this time. Susan Guthrie welcomes back one of Divorce & Beyond’s most trusted and favorite guests, Bela Gandhi, for an honest, encouraging conversation about what it truly ta
Gray Divorce: What It Takes. What It Gives Back. With Maryjane Sweet on Divorce & Beyond #407
Gray divorce is one of the fastest-growing divorce trends, yet it remains one of the least talked-about experiences. It is not just the end of a marriage. It is the unraveling of decades of shared life, identity, routines, and expectations.
In this episode, Susan Guthrie is joined by gray divorce coach Maryjane Sweet, whom she first met when they were both featured on the Oprah Podcast in a powerf
It Was Never Just the Dishes: Mental Load, Gender Power, and the Truth About Modern Marriage with Kate Anthony on Divorce & Beyond #406
It was never about the dishes…
It’s about mental load, invisible labor, and power inside modern marriage.
To dig into why so many women feel this strain inside their marriages, Susan Guthrie is joined by Kate Anthony, a globally recognized divorce coach, feminist thought leader, and the author of The D Word: Making the Ultimate Decision About Your Marriage. Kate is also the creator and host of the
Not Every Marriage Is Meant to Be Saved: Dr. Jenn Mann on Knowing When to Let Go on Divorce & Beyond #405
For many people quietly navigating divorce season, one question lingers beneath the surface:
Is this just a rough season, or is this relationship truly over?
In this powerful and deeply honest episode of Divorce & Beyond, Susan Guthrie sits down with renowned psychotherapist Dr. Jenn Mann to explore how to tell the difference, and why clarity, not guilt, is often the most caring path forward.
You Signed the Agreement. So Why Aren’t You Getting Paid? Critical Insights from Expert, Kelly Lise Murray on Divorce & Beyond #404
You signed the divorce agreement. You thought it was over.
But for many people, the real problems begin after the ink dries, when they discover that what they negotiated is not actually enforceable.
In this essential episode of Divorce & Beyond, Susan Guthrie is joined by Kelly Lise Murray, a nationally recognized legal scholar whose work focuses on what happens when divorce settlements fall a
Divorce Day 2026: The Five Things You Need to Know on Day One with Susan Guthrie on Divorce & Beyond #403
It is Divorce Day. January 5, 2026. And if you are listening on the day this episode drops, divorce is everywhere. It is on the news, across social media, whispered in conversations, and quietly sitting in the background for many people as the holidays come to an end.
Here is a simple truth: Divorce Day creates more noise than clarity. This episode is designed to help you slow down, get oriented,
Divorce Season Is Coming: What You Need to Know Before You Make a Big Decision with Susan Guthrie on Divorce & Beyond #402
It is the quiet week between Christmas and New Year’s. The guests have gone home, the adrenaline has worn off, and you are likely left with a heavy realization: The holidays didn’t fix it.
If you are currently Googling "how to get a divorce" or secretly looking up attorneys while your spouse is in the other room, you are not alone. Next Monday, January 5th, is known in the legal industry as "Divor
Co-Parenting Will Never Be Easy. BeAligned Makes It Easier: Breaking the Conflict Cycle with Trina Nudson on Divorce & Beyond #401
As Divorce & Beyond closes out 2025, Susan Guthrie welcomes back Trina Nudson for a powerful bookend conversation exploring BeAligned, a revolutionary AI-powered reflection platform designed to help parents regulate emotions, interrupt the cycle of conflict, and problem-solve with their children’s wellbeing at the center.
BeAligned is not another communication app, and it is not about getting
Emotional Overload: Why Divorce Hits So Hard and the Tools to Steady Yourself with Dr. Beth Karassik & Louise Zito, Esq on Divorce & Beyond #400
Divorce can feel like you’re unravelling from the inside out, and today Dr. Beth Karassik and Louise Zito, Esq. join Susan E. Guthrie to explain why and how you can regain your emotional footing.
If you’re overwhelmed, scared, or emotionally flooded in the middle of divorce, there is a scientific reason for it and there are ways to steady yourself, even when everything around you feels chaotic. I
Love Wars: A Child’s View of High-Conflict Divorce and Co-Parenting with Bill Eddy and Matthew A. Tower on Divorce & Beyond #399
Susan Guthrie welcomes two extraordinary guests whose combined perspectives offer something rarely seen in the world of divorce. Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq., returns to the show alongside author Matthew A. Tower, whose new book Love Wars: Clash of the Parents gives listeners an unprecedented inside look at what high-conflict divorce feels like through the eyes of a child. Together, their insights reveal
No. 1 Episode: Divorcing a Narcissist or Borderline? How to Protect Yourself with Bill Eddy on Divorce & Beyond #398
This week on Divorce & Beyond, we are bringing back the number one episode of all time, my conversation with the incomparable Bill Eddy about his groundbreaking book Splitting: Protecting Yourself While Divorcing Someone with Borderline or Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
This encore episode is more timely than ever and is also the perfect lead-in to next week’s very special conversation wit
The Truth About Starting Over at 52: What Women Really Face After Gray Divorce with Kelly James on Divorce & Beyond #397
Susan Guthrie welcomes journalist and author Kelly James for a powerful, candid conversation about the financial realities and career reinvention that often accompany gray divorce. Kelly brings humor, vulnerability, and a generous heart as she reflects on starting over at 52, returning to the corporate world after decades as a freelancer, and navigating the emotional load of single parenting.
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Is Your Lawyer Helping Or Hurting Your Divorce? How To Hire, Fire, And Trust Your Attorney with Susan Guthrie on Divorce & Beyond #396
Are you secretly wondering if you hired the wrong divorce lawyer, but feel too far in, too scared, or too overwhelmed to do anything about it?
You are not the only one. Listeners write in every week saying things like, “I hired someone in a panic and now I feel stuck,” or “I feel dismissed, but I am afraid to change attorneys midstream.”
In this solo episode, Susan uses more than thirty five years
All’s Fair… or Is It? Real-Life Top Divorce Attorneys Break Down Hulu’s All-Female Divorce Firm Drama on Divorce & Beyond #395
We’re talking all about Hulu’s new hit All’s Fair and its glossy world of powerhouse, all-female divorce attorneys. The show is everywhere right now, but how much of it reflects what really happens in high-stakes family law?
Susan Guthrie is joined by two of the most trusted experts in the field, Beth F. McCormack and Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., to break down what the series gets right, where it leans
How to Raise Resilient Kids In Divorce When You Can’t Control What Happens in the Other House with Laila Aitken Ali on Divorce & Beyond #394
Co-parenting with someone who parents in a totally different way can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to protect your kids and you don’t have control over what happens in the other home.
Susan Guthrie welcomes back Laila Aitken Ali, co-founder of Split FYI and creator of the Raising Resilient Kids Through Divorce Masterclass, to talk about what you can control and how to stay stead
Narcissistic Playbook Exposed: How Manipulation and Lies Drive Family Estrangement with Tracy Malone on Divorce & Beyond #393
Susan Guthrie welcomes back Tracy Malone, a leading expert on narcissistic abuse and family estrangement, for a raw and eye-opening conversation about one of the most painful aftermaths of toxic relationships: being cut off from your own child (aka estrangement).
When estrangement happens, it can feel like your world has been shattered overnight. Tracy, founder of NarcissistAbuseSupport.com and au
Move Forward Confidently: Post-Divorce Money Moves That Build Your Future with Patrick Kilbane on Divorce & Beyond #392
Susan Guthrie welcomes Patrick Kilbane, J.D., CDFA®, partner at Ullman Wealth Partners and Director of the Divorce Advisory Group, to talk about one of the most overlooked but critical phases of divorce: what happens to your finances after the papers are signed.
Instead of stopping at the settlement, Patrick shows you how to step into your financial “2.0” with confidence. We talk about creating cl
The Billion Dollar Divorce Playbook: Lessons from the Dream Team You Can Use Too, Part 2 on Divorce & Beyond #391
Susan Guthrie welcomes back three powerhouse professionals to Divorce & Beyond for part two of a very special series that turns the billion-dollar divorce playbook into practical strategies you can use in your own divorce, no matter your net worth.
Together, Michelle Smith, Beth McCormack, and Jenny Stevens make up what Susan calls the Billion Dollar Dream Team. Between them, they bring decade
The Billion Dollar Divorce Playbook: Lessons from the Dream Team You Can Use Too, Part 1 on Divorce & Beyond #390
Susan Guthrie welcomes three powerhouse professionals to Divorce & Beyond for a very special two-part series that pulls back the curtain on ultra high net worth divorces and reveals strategies that can help anyone navigating divorce.
Together, Michelle Smith, Beth McCormack, and Jenny Stevens make up what Susan calls the Billion Dollar Dream Team. Between them, they bring decades of experience
The Selfish Year: How Choosing Yourself After Divorce Can Transform Your Life with Valerie Jones on Divorce & Beyond #389
Susan Guthrie welcomes Valerie Jones, author of The Selfish Year, to share a radically different perspective on what it means to put yourself first after divorce. Valerie’s story of going from broke, divorced, stay-at-home mom to thriving six-figure entrepreneur began with one powerful decision: to be selfish. In this conversation, she redefines selfishness as being “full of self” and shows how em
Stop Shoulding on Yourself: The Bold New Path After Divorce with Jessica Frew on Divorce & Beyond #388
Susan Guthrie welcomes Jessica Frew back to Divorce and Beyond for a powerful conversation about releasing the “shoulds” that may box you in after divorce and reclaiming your decision-making power. Jessica is a wife, ex-wife, mom, stepmom, founder of The Bold Logic, and author of the upcoming book Shove the Shoulds: Become a Decision-Making Badass to Live the Bold Life You Deserve.
If you’ve ever
We Think You'll Like: Intentional Divorce Insights with Leah Hadley – Season 4 Premiere
This week on Divorce & Beyond, we're doing something a little different, and something truly special.
We’re honored to share the premiere episode of Season 4 of the Intentional Divorce Insights podcast, hosted by Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and Accredited Financial Counselor, Leah Hadley.
If you caught Monday’s episode with Leah on Divorce & Beyond®, you already know what a valuabl
Why Intentional Strategy Is Your Greatest Asset When Divorcing in a Volatile Economy with Leah Hadley on Divorce & Beyond #387
Susan Guthrie welcomes accredited financial counselor and CDFA® Leah Hadley to explore the changing financial landscape of divorce in today’s unpredictable economy. From rising healthcare costs to a volatile housing market and shifting tax laws, the economic realities of 2025 are reshaping how couples need to approach divorce settlements. Leah shares how thoughtful financial planning, strategic mo
Divorce Triage: Who to Call First and How to Build the Right Support Team with Susan Guthrie on Divorce & Beyond #386
Have you found yourself wondering, “What do I do first when I find out I’m getting divorced?" In this solo episode, top family law expert and mediator Susan Guthrie introduces the concept of Divorce Triage: a clear, strategic approach to navigating those overwhelming first days of divorce. Whether you’re the one who’s decided to file or you’ve just been hit with the news, knowing who to call first
Divorce Danger Zones for Business Owners with Gabriella Martinelli on Divorce & Beyond #385
When divorce and entrepreneurship collide, things get complicated - fast. The emotional, financial, and legal entanglements are real, and one wrong move could cost you big.
To help us navigate these divorce danger zones, Susan Guthrie welcomes Gabriella Martinelli to the show. Gabriella is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® and the founder of Ever After Wealth®, bringing over two decades of ex
Divorcing in 2025: The High Cost of Uncertainty on Divorce & Beyond #384
Susan Guthrie is back with a solo episode to unpack how today’s economic instability is reshaping every stage of divorce. We are living in uncertain times: rising inflation, interest rates that won’t budge, increased job losses and layoffs, and even potential cuts to government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. All of this uncertainty affects how divorce unfolds, from spousal support to housing
Surviving the Narcissist: The 5 Stages of a Strategic Divorce on Divorce & Beyond #383
Dr. Justine Weber joins Susan Guthrie to share what it really looks like to navigate a relationship with someone who exhibits narcissistic or high-conflict behavior - from the moment someone starts questioning things to the long road of healing on the other side.
Together, Susan and Justine walk through the five stages of divorcing a narcissist, from the first signs of doubt to post-divorce heali
The Worst Divorce Advice on Social Media—And What You Need to Know Instead on Divorce & Beyond #382
Social media can be an incredible space for support and connection, but when it comes to divorce, it’s also packed with advice that sounds empowering but can actually do real damage. In this solo episode, Susan Guthrie breaks down some of the most viral (and misleading) divorce tips making the rounds on TikTok, Instagram, and beyond. And, shares what you really need to know instead.
With more than
Your Roadmap to Resolution: 80+ Ways to Divorce Amicably (Yes, Really!) with Tracy Ann Moore-Grant on Divorce & Beyond #381
What if divorce didn’t have to be a battlefield? Susan Guthrie welcomes back Tracy Ann Moore-Grant to share a refreshingly different approach, one that skips the chaos and centers on resolution, respect, and real strategy. Tracy Ann, a seasoned family law attorney and founder of the Amicable Divorce Network, is changing the game with her court-free model that prioritizes clarity and calm over conf
The 4 Divorce Truths No One Tells You (Until It's Too Late!) with Attorney Morghan Richardson on Divorce & Beyond #380
Susan Guthrie welcomes family law powerhouse Morghan Richardson for a conversation that reveals essential truths about divorce that no one warns you about, but everyone needs to know. Walk into your divorce with eyes wide open and your strategy locked in.
With years of experience navigating high-net-worth divorces in New York, Morghan shares the top four shockers that catch divorcing clients off g
ARCHIVE EPISODE: Your Child’s Best Interests: What the Law Actually Says with Professor Stephanie Tang on Divorce & Beyond
In this must-listen archived episode Susan Guthrie, Esq. is joined by Professor Stephanie Tang to unpack one of the most talked-about, and misunderstood, topics in family court: the “best interests of the child” standard.
Listeners often ask what this phrase actually means when it comes to custody decisions, and as Susan and Professor Tang explore, it’s far more nuanced than most realize.
From th
Divorce Wars: The Craziest Things Couples Have Fought Over on Divorce & Beyond #379
Susan Guthrie welcomes you back for a jaw-dropping look at the bizarre and unexpected items couples have battled over during divorce. From beloved pets to vintage toys, Susan shares some of the most outrageous courtroom disputes, and yes, the Beanie Babies story is real.
Beneath the shock and laughter lies a deeper truth. Susan breaks down why these petty fights happen and how the emotional toll o
Feeling Angry About Your Divorce? Here’s Why That’s Actually a Good Thing! on Divorce & Beyond #378
Anger is a natural part of divorce, but what if it’s not something to suppress or fear, but a tool for healing? This week, Susan Guthrie welcomes psychotherapist, speaker, and author Bronwyn Schweigerdt, host of Angry at the Right Things to speak about why anger is actually a good thing. In fact, Bronwyn believes anger isn’t a problem to fix but a guide leading us toward clarity, boundaries, and e
Discovery Demystified: Why Fact-Finding is the Most Important Step in Your Divorce with Susan Guthrie on Divorce & Beyond #377
The discovery process is one of the most critical phases of divorce—it directly impacts your settlement and the final outcome. In this episode, host Susan Guthrie breaks down what discovery is, why it matters, what to expect, and how to prepare for it.
You’ll also hear some of the complex issues that can arise in high-asset cases and the key professionals you may need to bring in to support you al
Behind the Scenes in High-Stakes Co-Parenting Cases with Robin Sax on Divorce & Beyond #376
Co-parenting is never easy, but when high stakes are involved—whether due to legal complexities, a history of domestic violence, or deep-seated conflict—it becomes even more challenging. Navigating these situations requires a unique blend of legal expertise and emotional intelligence, and that’s exactly what today’s guest, Robin Sax, brings to the table.
Robin is both an attorney and a clinical th
Insider Tips that Divorce Lawyers Wish Their Clients Knew from Susan Guthrie on Divorce & Beyond #375
Susan Guthrie shares insider tips from her 35+ years of experience to help you work smarter with your attorney—saving time, money, and stress. These are the strategies divorce lawyers wish their clients knew, giving you the knowledge to navigate the process more efficiently and confidently.
In this solo episode, Susan pulls back the curtain on what every divorcing person needs to know—like why yo
Dating Again? Bela Gandhi Answers the Questions You Wish You Could Ask! on Divorce & Beyond #374
If dating after divorce feels like uncharted territory or downright overwhelming, get ready for some game-changing advice. Bela Gandhi is back to answer the questions about dating after divorce that you wish you could ask!
That’s right, Susan Guthrie welcomes back one of your all-time favorite guests—America’s Favorite Dating Coach and the Fairy Godmother of Love herself—Bela Gandhi!
Bela is the f
Divorce Without the Drama: The Power of Custom Solutions for Families with Charmaine Panko on Divorce & Beyond #373
Susan Guthrie welcomes Charmaine Panko, a King’s Counsel, collaborative lawyer, mediator, arbitrator, and trainer based in Saskatchewan, Canada. Charmaine specializes in helping families navigate separation in a way that preserves relationships, protects children, and creates a strong foundation for the future.
This conversation explores how customized divorce agreements empower individuals to tak
The Business of Co-Parenting: How Neuroscience and Mindset Coaching Are Transforming Conflict into Collaboration with Trina Nudson on Divorce & Beyond #372
Susan Guthrie welcomes Trina Nudson, creator of the groundbreaking BeH2O™ program, to explore how neuroscience, business leadership principles, and mindset coaching can be brought together and applied to the concept of co-parenting. For parents immersed in the cycle of conflict, Trina's approach offers a pathway to transform challenging dynamics into collaborative partnerships that benefit their c
Run Like Hell: Practical Tips as You Start to Break Free from a Toxic Relationship with Dr. Nadine Macaluso on Divorce & Beyond #371
Susan Guthrie welcomes Dr. Nadine Macaluso (Dr. Nae), a renowned therapist specializing in trauma healing, to tackle a transformative topic for January, known as “Divorce Month.” As the real-life inspiration for Naomi in The Wolf of Wall Street, Dr. Nae blends her personal journey of escaping a trauma bond with her professional expertise to help you recognize, escape, and heal from toxic relations
When Divorce Gets Messy: Why Litigation Is Sometimes the Only Answer with Leading Attorney, Marc Garelick on Divorce & Beyond #370
Susan Guthrie sits down with Marc Garelick, a highly sought-after family law litigator, to explore what happens when a divorce case reaches the point where settlement isn’t possible, and litigation becomes the only path forward. While most divorces avoid the courtroom, situations involving high-conflict personalities, contentious custody disputes, or complex financial matters often require judicia
Divorce: Day One - What You Need to Know and the Tech That Can Help with Tamara Rowles on Divorce & Beyond #369
Susan Guthrie welcomes accomplished attorney Tamara Rowles, creator of the Divorce Wave app, to discuss navigating the complexities of divorce. As we step into January, often recognized as Divorce Month, this episode dives into what you need to know about riding the waves of divorce, starting with day one.
Tamara introduces vital insights on the initial steps to take when considering a divorce, h
Archive Episode: Resolve to Be Happy in the New Year with Steffani LeFevour on Divorce and Beyond
Susan Guthrie welcomes you to the final episode of our special holiday archive series (new episodes will return in early 2025!)! As we gear up for a fresh start in the New Year, today’s episode is all about embracing hope, joy, and a renewed sense of purpose.
This episode features the world’s #1 Happiness Coach, Steffani LeFevour. Steffani, a best-selling author, international speaker, and master
Archive Episode: Singing Single Bells This Holiday? Surviving the Solitary Season with Jenny Stevens on Divorce and Beyond
If you're singing "Single Bells" this season or just need some tips on how to take better care of yourself during the holiday rush, this episode is for you! Jenny Stevens, founder of Create Change Consultants, shares insights on how to navigate the challenges of the season and make your holidays the best they can be.
As part of our special holiday archive series, we're resharing this episode to he
Archive Episode: Happy Holidays? How Co-Parents Can Avoid Holiday Nightmares with Christina McGhee on Divorce and Beyond
As part of our holiday archive series, we’re revisiting timeless episodes packed with practical tips to make your season less stressful and more joyful.
We’re featuring “Happy Holidays? How Co-Parents Can Avoid Holiday Nightmares” with renowned parenting expert and co-parenting coach Christina McGhee. This episode is full of invaluable advice to help co-parents navigate the holiday season with eas
Archive Episode: It’s All About #GettingtheGift with Lisa McGregor on Divorce and Beyond
Feeling the holiday stress while navigating divorce or separation? Susan Guthrie is here to help you find moments of peace and joy with her timeless holiday episodes. This week, she revisits an inspiring conversation with Co-Parenting Coach Lisa McGregor, sharing insights on holiday gift-giving and co-parenting with grace.
In this episode, Lisa shared practical strategies and heartfelt advice on h
Prenups and Beyond: The Ultimate Guide to Remarrying After Divorce with Amanda Singer on Divorce & Beyond #368
In this eye-opening episode of Divorce & Beyond, Susan Guthrie welcomes Amanda Singer, a family mediator, California-licensed attorney, CDFA, and founder of West Coast Family Mediation. Together, they explore the complexities of remarrying after divorce, a topic that has surprisingly never been covered on the show before. Whether you're already in a new relationship or still unsure about love
Beyond the Couch: Unlocking True Healing with a Holistic Approach with Dawn Wiggins, LMFT, on The Divorce & Beyond Podcast #367
In this transformative episode of Divorce & Beyond, Susan Guthrie dives deep into the world of holistic healing with special guest Dawn Wiggins, a licensed marriage and family therapist who has reimagined what it means to recover, grow, and thrive. Dawn explains why traditional therapy, while helpful, is often not enough on its own and reveals how her integrative methods address the gaps left
Who Keeps the Dog and Other Pet Issues in Divorce with Karis Nafte on Divorce and Beyond #366
Susan Guthrie welcomes Karis Nafte, Pet Custody Mediator and Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, to explore the complexities of pet custody in divorce.
With the legal landscape around pets evolving, the topic of pet custody has become increasingly relevant for divorcing couples. Karis, founder of Who Keeps the Dog?, sheds light on the unique challenges of navigating custody for your furry family me
Secrets from a Top Realtor: Mastering the Real Estate Side of Divorce with Kathy Clark The Divorce and Beyond Podcast #365
Selling or buying a home during a divorce? Susan Guthrie brings in expert realtor Kathy Clark to shed light on the real estate journey for divorcing couples. With 13 years of experience in Southern California’s mortgage and real estate industry, Kathy shares essential strategies for navigating property sales, avoiding common pitfalls, and setting yourself up for a successful transition into your n
Making Divorce a Disaster? The Misguided Fight to Repeal No-Fault Divorce with Professor Marcia Zug on Divorce & Beyond #364
Susan Guthrie welcomes special guest Marcia Zug, a family law expert and law professor, to discuss the move to repeal no-fault divorce laws. As reform proposals emerge across several states, this conversation explores what a shift back to fault-based divorce could mean for individuals, families, and the legal system.
Marcia offers insights into the history of no-fault divorce, the forces behind t
Fighting the Financial Fears of Divorce with Catherine Shanahan and Karen Chellew on The Divorce and Beyond Podcast #363
Few things are scarier than finances and divorce. In this special Halloween episode, Susan welcomes back financial experts Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan of My Divorce Solution! Together they offer tips and insights for overcoming your spookiest financial fears during divorce.
This episode dives into where financial fears come from, and how to overcome them and shares cautionary tales with p
Who Let the Dogs Out? A Hilarious and Touching Tale of Dating After Divorce with Jackie Pilossoph on The Divorce and Beyond Podcast #362
Susan Guthrie welcomes returning guest Jackie Pilossoph, Founder of Divorced Girl Smilin, to share insights from her latest book, Who Let the Dogs Out? a hilarious and heartfelt dive into dating after divorce.
Jackie brings her journey to life, revealing the complexities and joys of dating after divorce. This episode combines humor with profound insights, providing listeners with a realistic yet o
Finding Yourself on the Road: How Solo Travel Can Help You Rebuild After Divorce with Megan Grant of Cherish Tours on The Divorce and Beyond Podcast #361
Susan Guthrie sits down with Megan Grant, the Founder & Chief Memory Creator of Cherish Tours, to explore the transformative power of travel, especially for those navigating the journey of divorce. Join us as we unpack the many ways solo travel can be a tool for healing and growth.
Megan shares her insights on how travel can positively impact mental health and offers practical tips for those l
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