Is 50/50 custody really fair? Should you co-parent or parallel parent? In the Season 5 premiere, divorce mediators Alex Howard and Amanda Silver share the divorce myths they believed when they started, and why hundreds of cases changed their minds.

Why a 50/50 default can shortchange kids when one parent carried the load, why the conflict often changes instead of ending after divorce, why you don't need cheating or abuse to leave, and why Alex now starts from parallel parenting instead of co-parenting.

Alex and Amanda talk about:
- Why the person who leaves isn't always the one who ended the marriage
- The spouse who pushes you to make the call so they don't have to
- Why 50/50 isn't automatically fair, and quality time vs equal time
- Why you don't have to answer every message from your ex
- Leaving with no cheating and no abuse: "You can literally just be unhappy"
- Co-parenting vs parallel parenting: who decides braces and who decides bedtime

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Mary Anne Popescu is the Executive Director of the Ontario Association for Family Mediation and a practicing family mediator of over two decades. In this encore episode, she introduces the concept that changed both her practice and her own marriage: the attack-defend loop, and how naming it in real time can stop a conversation from spiraling.

She and Alex and Amanda dig into insight mediation, why she prefers the phrase "families experiencing high conflict behavior" over the label "high conflict," and how future-focused questions can unlock genuinely creative solutions for even the most complex blended families. They also talk about the grief that underlies every separation, no matter who initiated it, and why control over how your story ends is often the biggest reason people choose mediation over litigation.

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Most people think the first step after deciding to divorce is calling a lawyer. It isn't — and starting there can cost you time, money, and options you didn't know you had.

In this encore episode, Alex and Amanda break down the entire divorce process from the beginning: why taking a beat before making any decisions matters, how to gather information and build the right team, the five different processes available (kitchen table agreements, mediation, collaborative law, lawyer negotiation, and court) and how to choose the right one for your situation, what actually goes into a separation agreement, and the financial disclosure rights every spouse has regardless of how finances were kept during the marriage. They also cover what happens after the agreement is signed, including annual reviews and why you don't have to file for a legal divorce right away.

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Your attachment style shapes everything — how you fight, how you grieve, how you date after divorce, and how you co-parent with someone you're no longer in love with. And most people have no idea what theirs is until something breaks.

In this encore episode, Alex and Amanda dig into the four attachment styles with a therapist and attachment expert — anxious, avoidant, disorganized, and secure — and explore how each one shows up in the specific context of divorce and post-divorce life. They cover why secure attachment in a marriage doesn't guarantee secure attachment after it ends, how to recognize your patterns without using them as an excuse, and what the research actually says about whether attachment styles can change.

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In this encore episode, Michelle joins Alex and Amanda to talk about what dating actually looks like as a single mom in New York, the impossible time math of fitting dating into a life that already includes a daughter and a comedy career, why she gave up hiding who she was for men a long time ago, and what three things automatically make someone a red flag. Funny, honest, and deeply relatable.

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Jessica Frew's first marriage looked like a great fit from the outside. Then she found something on their computer. Her husband Steve was gay — and couldn't yet admit it to himself.

In this encore episode, Jessica shares the seven years of gradual mourning that followed, the affair that finally ended the marriage, and how she and Steve built a co-parenting relationship so intentional that they now host a podcast together alongside her current husband Matt. She also talks about the work she does with women through the Betrayed Badass Society — and the trust gut challenge she gives every single one of them, because rebuilding self-trust after betrayal starts with what you want to eat for lunch.

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Betsy Pake is a master coach, speaker, and founder of the Navigate Method. She has also lived this question herself for nearly a decade before finally getting clear. In this episode she talks about what keeps women stuck, why taking accountability for where you are is actually empowering rather than letting anyone off the hook, how to calibrate for action rather than words when you're trying to figure out if someone is really willing to change, and the difference between settling and choosing — and why that distinction changes everything.

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Emotional intelligence isn't something you either have or you don't. It's a skill. And it might be the most important one you can build when you're navigating divorce, co-parenting, and figuring out who you are on the other side of a relationship.

Kristen Harcourt — business coach, speaker, podcast host, and emotional intelligence expert — joins Alex and Amanda to talk about what EQ actually looks like in practice: how to regulate your emotions in real time during a difficult co-parenting conversation, how to spot self-abandonment in dating after divorce, why the goal isn't to stop having emotions but to stop reacting to everything, and how self-compassion is the foundation of all of it. She also shares her own experience going back into the dating world after 25 years and what that journey taught her about attachment styles, boundaries, and choosing herself first.

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The engagement ring meant everything when he gave it to you. Now it's sitting in a drawer and you're not sure what to do with it. Sell it? Save it for your kids? Or turn it into something that finally feels like yours?

Jessica of Jessica Jewellry joins Alex and Amanda to walk through every stage of the post-divorce jewelry journey, from the woman who calls fresh out of a split wanting it gone immediately, to the one a decade later who's ready to redesign it into something that represents exactly where she is now. They also get into the lab grown diamond market, why the value of those stones has dropped dramatically, and why pausing before making any big decisions is the only advice that matters.

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After the most difficult experience of his life, Chris Coulter spent a decade speaking with more than 2,000 parents who were struggling to understand what was really going on with their teenagers. What he found was a consistent gap — parents dismissing warning signs as normal adolescent behavior, and teenagers who wouldn't open up to the people who loved them most.

In this episode Chris talks about his daughter Maddie, what he learned in the years that followed her passing, and the organization he built called The Mentor Well. He walks through the Teen Signal Check — a free five-minute tool that gives parents a clear green, yellow, or red — and explains why he believes mentorship, not parenting or therapy alone, is often the relationship where a struggling teenager will finally feel safe enough to talk.

Find Chris and the Teen Signal Check at thementorwell.com.

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She spent 27 years married to her abuser. She was a domestic abuse counselor the entire time. And she still didn't recognize what was happening to her until year 20 of her marriage.

Dr. Christine Cocchiola — licensed social worker, professor, therapist, survivor, and protective mom — joins Alex and Amanda to talk about coercive control as the foundation of all abuse, not just the violent incidents we're taught to look for. She explains the dark tetrad of personality traits that drive abusive behavior, why she tells protective parents not to take their children to therapy with a coercive co-parent, what counter-parenting is and how abusers use it to fracture a child's attachment to the safe parent, and what practical tools parents can use when their kids come home dysregulated after a visit.

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Over half of all criminal cases in Canada involve intimate partner violence or sexual assault. And those are the exact cases being quietly pushed to the bottom of the pile when courtrooms run out of time and resources.

In part two of her conversation with Alex and Amanda, Kathryn Marshall breaks down how trial stacking is working against abuse survivors, what the Hockey Canada trial revealed about how the criminal court system treats victims, why she believes Zoom court has eroded accountability, and exactly what she is asking the federal government to do — before she has to drag them through every court in the country to get it done.

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Hundreds of domestic violence and sexual assault cases are being thrown out before they ever get to trial. Abusers are walking away with no criminal record and nothing on their file. And survivors are being silenced in the process.

Kathryn Marshall of Marshall Law is suing the federal government over it. In this episode she breaks down exactly how the justice system is failing abuse survivors, why she now tells some clients to skip criminal court entirely, and what it actually looks like to take the government to court.

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In this episode, Alex and Amanda get candid about the reality of Mother's Day — why it so often becomes the most exhausting day of the year, why divorced moms are doing something categorically different from married moms who think a solo weekend qualifies as the same experience, and why giving yourself permission to skip the celebration entirely is not only valid but sometimes the healthiest choice. They also get into mom judgment, the mental load of co-parenting versus counter-parenting, AI and homework, and what it actually means to launch your kids into adulthood in 2025.

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Stepmoms are expected to show up like a parent, step back like a stranger, and never complain about any of it. Jamie Simkins — licensed therapist, stepmom coach, and stepmom twice over — has been there herself. In this episode from the vault, she gets into the real dynamics of blended family life: navigating a high conflict bio mom, connecting with stepkids before ever trying to discipline them, why stepdads get to be heroes while stepmoms become the scapegoat, and why she calls being a stepmom a spiritual experience.

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One in three Canadian girls has experienced childhood sexual abuse. One in eight boys. These aren't abstract numbers — they're children in classrooms, on hockey teams, in families across the country.

Ismena Toscan is 15 years old. She is a survivor, the founder of the Hula Hoop Initiative, the author of two children's books on body autonomy and personal safety, and someone who has already spoken at the House of Commons in support of the Keeping Children Safe Act. In this episode she talks about why preventive education has to begin long before anything goes wrong, what the hula hoop concept teaches young children about their own boundaries and personal space, why she chooses the word survivor over victim, and what parents can do right now to build the kind of open relationship that makes children feel safe enough to speak up.

This one is for every parent, every educator, and every person who believes children deserve to feel safe.

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Mae Scott joins Alex and Amanda to share the full story of escaping her abusive, narcissistic ex‑husband, a respected lawyer who was eventually sentenced to 12 years to life in prison. This episode goes inside the escalating violence, the therapist who warned her she had to leave immediately, and the five felony charges that finally led to his conviction. Then we walk through the part no one talks about: the nine‑month, $100,000 battle for supervised visitation, the foreclosure, and the judge who ordered Mae to pay her abuser $550 a month in spousal support while raising three kids on $54,000 a year.

In this episode, we cover:

- How abusers hide behind a perfect public image and professional status while terrorizing their families at home

- Why a marriage counselor told Mae, “You and your children have to leave”

- What really happens when you call the police for the first time after years of abuse

- The smear campaign: wild accusations filed in court documents with zero evidence

- How the family court system can punish survivors (foreclosure, no support, massive legal costs)

- The nine months and $100,000 it took to secure supervised visitation for her children

- What Mae wants other survivors to know about documenting abuse and planning to leave

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If you’re searching for stories about domestic violence survivors, divorcing a narcissist, abusive lawyers, family court failures, coercive control, or financial abuse, this conversation with survivor and advocate Mae Scott is for you.

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In part two of this conversation, Philip breaks down the legislation that came out of that loss — Keira’s Law Law, passed unanimously across all party lines — and what it actually does to change how judges are trained on domestic violence and coercive control. He also gets into why reunification therapy has no standardized training, no governing body, and no consistent methodology, why the Department of Justice's own HELP Toolkit confirms abuse is relevant to parenting but that knowledge still hasn't trickled down to the front lines, and what he would say to a victim who is afraid to come forward because they've already seen the system fail.

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In this episode, Alex and Amanda sit down with Philip Viater, a family lawyer with 17 years of experience at VP Family Law Group, for one of the most candid conversations about the failures of family court we've ever had. Philip breaks down why parental alienation is predominantly used as a defense against abuse rather than a genuine diagnosis, why he views it as junk science not recognized by the DSM, and why the moment someone raises it in his cases he considers it a red flag. He also explains the concept of institutional betrayal trauma — what happens when a victim turns to psychologists, judges, social workers, and child protection services for help and gets re-victimized by the very systems designed to protect them.

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In this episode, Alex and Amanda sit down with family lawyers Sean Valentine and Ryan Osbourne — co-creators of I Do Prenup, an app that lets couples generate a real marriage contract in hours for a fraction of traditional legal costs. They break down who actually needs a prenup and why the answer is basically everyone, what three things must be included in any agreement, why couples who do prenups have lower divorce rates, what happens when grandma and grandpa are the ones demanding it, and why infidelity clauses — no matter how satisfying they sound — are completely unenforceable.

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In this episode, Alex and Amanda sit down with Dale and Annabel, the duo behind We Are More Than Moms, to talk about why the postpartum identity shift is so disorienting, how they built a thriving community for career-driven women who refuse to shrink themselves after having kids, and why the early parenting years are such a genuine test of a relationship. Dale also shares what it was like growing up as a child of divorce — including years in a nesting arrangement — and how that experience made her more intentional about her own marriage. Annabel gets into navigating the holidays with multiple sets of divorced parents, and both share why authenticity online matters more than ever in a space full of curated perfection.

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Most couples don't fall out of love dramatically. They just slowly stop paying attention to each other — until one day they look up and realize they're running a household with a stranger.

In this episode, Alex and Amanda sit down with marriage coach Monica Tanner to talk about why the advice you've been given — don't sweat the small stuff, compromise, just let it go — might actually be accelerating the drift. Monica introduces the idea of skillful communication over lazy communication, explains why there's always a desire underneath every complaint, and walks through her relational reckoning tool for couples who aren't sure if there's still enough to save.

They also get into roommate syndrome, how to talk about sex without it becoming a battleground, the difference between compromise and collaboration, and why getting what you asked for from your partner can sometimes feel worse than not getting it at all.

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If you're in a controlling relationship, start writing everything down — today. Not someday. Today.

Family lawyer Maryam Manteghi explains exactly how a journal becomes the foundation of a coercive control case, why abusers follow a predictable playbook, and what women can do right now to protect themselves whether they're ready to leave or not.

Coercive control isn't one dramatic event. It's a pattern — and you can't prove a pattern you never documented.

Maryam also breaks down domestic mischief as a criminal charge, how to document safely while still in the home, why financial independence is the most important thing a woman can have, and what the Emergency Birkin actually means legally.

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Coercive control and family violence finally have a legal price tag in Canada — and the Supreme Court decision that could make it permanent is coming any day.

For the first time in Canadian history, a judge looked at twenty years of coercive control inside a marriage and said — that has a dollar amount. Family lawyer Maryam Manteghi breaks down the Alawalia case, the new tort of family violence, and why the Supreme Court of Canada's imminent decision could change divorce forever for abuse survivors.
The existing torts were never built for what coercive control actually does to a person. Justice Renu Mandhane priced it anyway. The Court of Appeal overturned it. Now it's at the Supreme Court and the decision is coming any day.

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Anger makes you call your lawyer over nothing. Guilt makes you waive spousal support you're owed. And everyone walks into family court thinking they're about to win something — which is precisely when things go sideways.

In this solo episode, Alex and Amanda get into the mechanics of emotional sabotage in divorce: how guilt leads to lopsided concessions, why anger turns a $300 problem into a $1,000 phone call, and the surprisingly pervasive myth that there's a winner and a loser waiting at the end of litigation. They also take on the 50/50 custody conversation directly — who's really asking for it and why, and what it actually costs children when parents fight for a schedule built around optics rather than reality.

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MP Melissa Lantsman breaks down Bailey's Law (Bill C-225) and why making intimate partner murder automatic first-degree murder could save lives. From shocking statistics to the emotional Parliament vote with Bailey McCourt's family in the gallery, this conversation reveals the reality behind Canada's intimate partner violence epidemic and what we can actually do about it.

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In this special re-run episode, hosts Alex Howard and Amanda Silver step out of the interviewer chairs and into the spotlight. They share the personal stories and professional philosophies that shaped Dirty Laundry, from Amanda’s "Golden Rule" for high-conflict communication to the surprising thrill-seeking hobbies they hide behind their professional veneers. This is an editorial look at the human side of divorce mediation, exploring how to maintain "family wellness" and personal sanity while navigating life's biggest transitions.

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Anna Sonoda returns to detail the Four Stages of Grooming: Flattery, Favoritism, Forbidden Fruits, and Fear. We examine the clinical hallmarks of "Relate and Elevate"—tactics used by predators to bypass boundaries by acting as a peer or a confidant. We also address the sobering reality that 82% of child sexual abuse occurs in the home of either the child or the individual responsible.

We discuss tactical tools for parents, including the development of a "Safety Squad," the distinction between secrecy and privacy, and building an internal "Weird-dar" in children to recognize behavior that does not fit family standards.

Listen to the full guide on Audible: Duck Duck Groom by Anna Sonoda: https://www.audible.ca/pd/Duck-Duck-Groom-Audiobook/B0CLYXYTVR

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Licensed clinical social worker Anna Sonoda discusses the clinical and practical realities of childhood sexual abuse prevention. Moving beyond the "stranger danger" myth, we explore the psychological tactics used to target families and the unique challenges of parenting in a digital age. This is a factual, dignified look at how parents can recognize predatory patterns before they escalate.

Listen to the book:

Duck Duck Groom by Anna Sonoda: https://www.audible.ca/pd/Duck-Duck-Groom-Audiobook/B0CLYXYTVR 

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In a no-fault legal system, the emotional breakdown of a marriage rarely translates into a courtroom victory. This discussion examines the evolution of divorce law since 1985 and the persistent human need for accountability in the wake of betrayal. We explore the concept of the "third person" in contemporary relationships—the addictions, fixations, or domestic habits that can erode connection—and consider whether modern marriage requires the clarity of a formal business contract. From the privacy of mediation to the nuances of marriage contracts, we address how to navigate a difficult transition with dignity and perspective.

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The holidays are over, and January is officially "Divorce Month." If the mental load of the season finally pushed you to a breaking point, you aren't alone. We’re discussing why this time of year marks so many endings—and how to ensure your new beginning starts with dignity.

2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse—a time for energy, courage, and breaking through old patterns. From the "conscious uncoupling" of celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow to the practical benefits of mediation over the courtroom, we’re looking at how to disentangle a shared life without the unnecessary drama. Whether you’re navigating the "no more Santa" phase of parenting or the logistics of a legal separation, the goal is the same: showing up as a person you’ll be proud of five years from now.

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Discovering a six-year secret life while four months postpartum is a reality no one prepares for. Stephanie the honest facts of navigating a high-conflict divorce, the struggle of being a self-represented mother in family court, and the courage required to rebuild from scratch.

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Is it harmless flirting or a micro-betrayal? We’re breaking down the messy grey areas of modern relationships—from secret DMs and the "validation trap" to where you should actually draw the line with exes.

Is it harmless flirting or a micro-betrayal? We’re breaking down the messy gray areas of modern relationships—from secret DMs and the "validation trap" to where you should actually draw the line with exes.

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In Part 2 of our sit-down with survivor and advocate Cait Alexander, we go beyond the abuse to the fight for justice. Cait reveals the shocking details behind the recent allegations against Toronto club promoter Mark Holland and why she is leading a class-action lawsuit against the Federal Government of Canada.

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Cait Alexander joins us to share her story of surviving an attempted murder on July 31, 2021. What started as a "Hallmark" relationship during the pandemic quickly turned into a fight for her life.

In this episode, Cait breaks down the specific patterns abusive partners follow, often called the "Dark Triad" of narcissism and psychopathy. She explains why victims often "freeze" instead of fight, and why leaving is statistically the most dangerous time in a relationship.

We also discuss the failure of the justice system. After nearly killing her, Cait’s abuser was released on just $500 bail. She shares how she is now suing the government to demand change.

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Most people make critical mistakes in the first 72 hours after deciding to divorce - and we're here to reveal exactly what you should do instead. We expose why hiring a lawyer immediately could be your biggest mistake, how to protect yourself without losing your home or children, and the step-by-step process that actually saves families time, money, and heartache.

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Canada's family court system is weaponizing children against domestic violence victims - and Member of Parliament Lisa Hepfner is fighting to stop it with Bill C-223, the Keeping Children Safe Act. She reveals how abuse allegations can get you labeled an "alienator" and result in your children being forcibly removed, why women are being advised NOT to report domestic violence, and the billion-dollar reunification therapy industry profiting from custody reversals.

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Family lawyer and reform advocate Maryam Manteghi returns to expose how judicial bias and outdated court practices are systematically failing abuse survivors. She reveals why educated victims face unique challenges, how false equivalencies between mothers and fathers ignore basic science, and why the groundbreaking Alawalia case could revolutionize financial justice for domestic violence survivors. From strategic timeline building to leveraging tort law, Maryam shares advanced tools every advocate should know to build stronger cases and push for trauma-informed reform.

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Family lawyer and UN advocate Maryam Manteghi joins to expose how coercive control and digital surveillance are reshaping family court. She explains why many victims aren’t believed, how “reactive abuse” is used against women, and why timelines not snapshots help judges see the full pattern. From hidden devices to trauma-informed reform, Maryam shares the tools every survivor and advocate should know to build safer, stronger cases.

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Co-parenting coach Jay Skibbens reveals his extraordinary journey of discovering through DNA tests that none of his three children were biologically his - and why he chose to remain their father. After years of toxic co-parenting and a devastating paternity fraud discovery, Jay transformed his pain into purpose, becoming a leading voice for divorced parents navigating high-conflict situations.

Jay shares raw insights about being raised by a single mom without knowing his father, the addictive nature of toxic relationships, and the moment he discovered the truth about his children's paternity when they were 3 and 18 months old. Despite the betrayal, he legally formalized his role as their father and now coaches hundreds of divorced moms through similar co-parenting challenges, offering a unique perspective as someone who's "been to hell" and found a way forward.

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When trust breaks down, even good intentions can start to feel like control.
 In Part 2 with Zach Watson, we explore how couples can rebuild trust by replacing reminders with real ownership, and why running a simple “boring meeting” can change everything.

Zach explains how to close the communication loop, set boundaries that stick, and turn recurring frustrations into shared systems that actually work. We unpack why “chore play” misses the point, how culture still rewards men for doing the bare minimum, and what it really takes to balance visible and invisible labor at home.

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When the mental load starts to pile up, even the strongest relationships begin to crack.
Zach Watson joins us to unpack how small, unseen responsibilities, remembering appointments, managing the household, anticipating needs that add up to burnout and resentment.

He shares the real story behind his viral Mental Load series, how he and his wife rebuilt trust after separation, and what the Fair Play Method taught him about equity, empathy, and accountability.
We dive deep into how to stop “helping” and start owning 100%, close the “last 20%” gap, and finally share the mental and emotional weight that keeps most couples stuck.

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In this episode, we sit down with therapists Rebecca Webster and Pablo Alvarez of Connection Counselling to break down how attachment styles (anxious, avoidant, disorganized, secure) show up during separation and divorce, and what actually helps. We cover emotional regulation vs flooding, why boundaries matter, and why not bad-mouthing the other parent is non-negotiable if you want secure, resilient kids. You’ll hear practical guidance on co-parenting, the danger of using kids as emotional support, litigation vs mediation, and how to avoid panic decisions (like giving up decision-making) when you’re dysregulated.

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Celebrity relationships spark the conversation, but this episode focuses on real-life divorce. We cover how professionals should stay neutral (realtors, accountants, teachers, coaches), why sale proceeds often sit in trust without a signed separation agreement, and how to protect privacy and reduce conflict. You’ll hear practical tips on selling the matrimonial home, managing expectations about equity, handling school catchment issues, sharing info with kids’ coaches/teachers, and setting clear co-parenting communication so children aren’t caught in the middle.

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Back-to-school can be one of the hardest times for divorced parents navigating co-parenting and custody schedules. This episode unpacks how to handle teacher emails, homework, extracurriculars, and sick-day pickups while keeping kids out of the conflict. Learn what to add to your parenting plan so school routines run smoothly in two homes and co-parenting after divorce feels less overwhelming.

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Natalie Reisman shares her story of leaving a marriage that no longer worked, even after years of trying to make it better. She opens up about the breaking points, the struggle to trust herself, and what it took to finally walk away. Natalie also talks about co-parenting three kids, starting over, and finding a new love she never thought she’d have again.

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Author and coach Kate Anthony joins Amanda and Alex to talk about her book The D Word and why so many women are unhappy in marriage. She lays out her famous “it’s not your f***ing job” list, from mothering your partner to sacrificing your needs and explains how boundaries are the key to breaking free of toxic dynamics. Kate also dives into weaponized incompetence, narcissistic abuse, and the ways patriarchy shapes relationships, giving women tools to finally stop carrying it all.

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Trauma-informed consultant Trish Guise explains what coercive control really is and why slapping the label narcissist on every toxic ex can miss the bigger danger. She breaks down the early red flags, how coercive control continues after separation, and why family courts so often fail to protect survivors. Trish also shares how shifting the focus from the victim to the abuser changes everything in custody and safety planning.

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Legally Nik explains how to handle co-parenting when your ex is toxic or even a narcissist. She breaks down the difference between the two, the signs to look for, and why parallel parenting can be a lifesaver. Nik shares practical strategies for setting boundaries, not engaging in conflict, and protecting your children’s well-being while keeping your own peace.

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Psychologist and author Dr. Kerry McAvoy talks about what it’s really like to date after leaving a narcissist. She shares how abuse shapes trust, the red flags to watch for, and the importance of rebuilding self-worth before starting something new. Kerry also reflects on her own experiences and offers practical advice for creating healthy, lasting connections.

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Tina Swithin spent years in a legal battle to protect her children from an abusive ex-husband. She explains how the family court system can fail survivors, why custody battles can drag on for years, and the emotional toll it takes. Tina also shares how she turned her fight into advocacy, helping other parents protect their children and themselves through her work with One Mom’s Battle.

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Parenting after leaving an abusive relationship can feel impossible, especially when the other parent is controlling, rigid, and vindictive. Co-parenting coach Chantal Contorines explains why true co-parenting often isn’t possible with a coercive controller, and how to shift to parallel parenting to protect yourself and your kids. She shares strategies for boundaries, preparing before you leave, safeguarding your relationship with your children, and navigating ongoing conflict while building a safe and stable home.

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Jasvinder Sanghera was just 16 when she escaped a forced marriage planned since childhood. Disowned by her family, she rebuilt her life while campaigning to change laws and protect others from honour-based abuse. In this conversation, she shares her own story, the tragic loss of her sister, and the creation of Karma Nirvana, a charity that has saved countless lives.

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It’s Toxic Summer. Psychotherapist Lauren LaRusso shares how her husband’s affair ended her marriage and changed the direction of her work. She explains what “intimate betrayal” really means, the misconceptions around why affairs happen, and how people can start to heal.

Lauren also talks about co-parenting after infidelity, why some couples stay together while others don’t, and the importance of taking care of yourself before making big decisions.

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In this Season 3 wrap-up, Amanda and Alex reflect on parenting, personal growth, and the most powerful themes of the year.

They also introduce Toxic Summer — a curated drop of our most-shared episodes on divorce, toxic relationships, coercive control, and emotional survival. Whether you're recovering from a breakup, co-parenting with a narcissist, or trying to spot red flags in a relationship, toxic summer is for you.

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Christie shares her story of surviving a five-year abusive relationship and finding the strength to leave. She opens up about recognizing red flags, the healing process, and how she eventually found healthy love again. Christie now helps other survivors through her podcast "Dating After DV," offering hope that it's possible to break toxic patterns and build the relationship you deserve.

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In this episode of Dirty Laundry, love and relationship coach Chantal Landreville breaks down the top 5 relationship killers and how to avoid them.

Chantal is the author of Raise Your Love Signal and brings decades of insight into why relationships break down and how to build them back up. From emotional self-awareness to conflict resolution, she offers practical tools for showing up better in love, parenting, and co-parenting.

Whether you’re in a long-term relationship, navigating separation, or starting over after divorce, this episode is a deep dive into the everyday habits and emotional blind spots that quietly damage trust and connection. It’s also a hopeful look at how small shifts like naming your needs, managing your nervous system, and letting go of the need to be right can transform how we relate to others.

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Wondering how to get divorced without going to court? What exactly does a family mediator do? And is mediation actually better than hiring a lawyer? In this episode of Dirty Laundry, we’re joined by Mary-Anne Popescu — the Executive Director of the OAFM (Ontario Association for Family Mediation) — to answer all your questions.

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In this episode of Dirty Laundry, we sit down with Dr. Melissa Hershberg to talk about Ozempic, weight loss after 40, and what it really means to “glow up” after divorce. Dr. Hershberg is a family doctor, weight loss expert, and author who shares both her personal story and professional advice.

We talk about the pressure women feel to look good after having kids or going through a breakup, the truth behind GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, and how hard it can be to feel confident in your body again. Dr. Hershberg explains her Good Diet Plan, why water-rich foods matter, and how to eat in a way that works long term—not just for fast results.

She also opens up about her own divorce, infertility struggles, and how she started over as a single mom. This episode is all about real talk—how to take care of yourself, feel good in your skin, and find your confidence again, no matter where you’re starting from.

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Should I get a divorce? Wondering if you should stay or leave your marriage? This episode covers divorce advice for women, co-parenting with a narcissist, and signs your marriage is over.

It’s our 100th episode and we’re diving into the question so many people ask: Is my marriage really over? From cheating and emotional burnout to divorcing a narcissist or starting over as a single mom — we’ve heard it all. This one’s all about the hard truths, the unexpected laughs, and the reality of what happens when a relationship ends.

We also talk about what to do before divorce, how to survive divorce emotionally, and the toxic relationship signs you should never ignore. If you're stuck, scared, or searching for answers, this is for you.

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We’re back with Part 2 of our conversation with Danielle, the creator of Openly Committed. In this episode, we dive deeper into open relationships, the myths perpetuated by social media, and the raw truths about love, parenting, and emotional risk. Danielle shares what it’s really like to navigate non-monogamy, how social media shaped her views on divorce, and why honesty—not tradition—is the true cornerstone of lasting partnership.

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This week on the DL we are really spilling the tea and asking all the questions about an open relationship from expert Danielle of Openly Committed.

Jealousy? Rules? Falling in love? Is an open marriage a precursor to divorce? These are just the iceberg tip of the conversation - so stay tuned for part two next week ;)

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Leaving a toxic relationship doesn’t always mean the abuse ends. In this episode, Lindsay Abernathy — host of Bitch is a Bad Word — breaks down what post-separation abuse really looks like and how to deal with it. From co-parenting with a narcissist to dealing with constant messages, she shares real stories and strategies that help you stay grounded.

Lindsay opens up about her own experience in family court, why no-contact boundaries are a game changer, and what she’s doing to build a safe space for women through her podcast and community.

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This week the A team is joined by Lindsay Abernathy, actor, podcast host, and domestic violence survivor. Lindsay sits down to share her story, her mission, her hope - that survivors can find a safe place to share and heal together.

After a move from Canada to California for love and career, Lindsay soon found herself disappearing into her relationship. 

Now, a DV advocate, Lindsay is using her voice to amplify others and create a community of Besties so no one is left behind.

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This week A+A sit down with Sean Valentine of OV Family Law to discuss how you can opt for a lawyer to represent you in your divorce, and still remain amicable with your ex.

In this episode, Sean explains how focusing clients on their goals, picking up the phone and chatting with opposing counsel, and limiting the number of nasty lawyer letters gets the best results for his clients. 

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This week Alex sits down with Lisa Shaw of Lifestyled By Lisa, a fashion stylist on a mission to build confidence in her clients via their wardrobe.

Lisa has been in the fashion industry for 20+ years, and combined her love of style with a Life Coaching certification to build back her clients' confidence after life transitions - be it divorce, postpartum, new relationships or jobs.

Amanda was missed on this episode, but we know you'll love the conversation between Lisa and Alex, and bonus: the cameo by producer Ryan Furnish.

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This week Alex and Amanda chat with fellow Canadian Chantal Contorines, an expert on co-parenting with a narcissistic ex.

Tune in and learn how to take back your power, assert control over what you can, and let go of all the things you can't. This is a powerful episode you do not want to miss, but please be warned, it does contain conversations around abuse and intimate partner violence.

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For this week, the A team are interviewing each other - pour a cup of something and sit back while the team behind your favourite podcast spill the tea on who they are and why they do what they do!

You'll learn about their pet peeves, their guilty pleasures, but also about their thriving private practices, Midtown Mediation and Forest Hill Mediation.

This is the perfect episode to listen to if you're thinking about working with either of our hosts on your own separation journey. 

Buckle up, this episode is a real hoot!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week Amanda and Alex sat down with Samantha Boss, better known as The Ugly Side of Divorce, and chatted about the realities of co-parenting with a high-conflict ex.  

Learn about specifics you must include as non-negotiables if you plan on successfully co-parenting, or, more than likely, parallel parent.

Samantha works with clients one-on-one, hosts a master class and creates personalized parenting plans, all found at samanthaboss.com.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week Alex and Amanda sit down with their hero, the one and only Dr. Landau.

Dr. Barbara Landau is a renowned mediator, lawyer, psychologist, and author with decades of experience in conflict resolution. A trailblazer in family mediation, she has dedicated her career to helping families navigate separation with dignity and fairness. Dr. Landau is a sought-after speaker and author, sharing her expertise on dispute resolution, family law, and the psychology of conflict.

After decades of supporting families and witnessing the inequities in Family Law, Dr. Landau founded Separation Pathways, a charity dedicated to breaking down barriers to accessibility and creating a clearer, more equitable path forward for those navigating separation.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week the A team sits down with Coach, Author, Podcaster, and creator of the Moving on Method, Michelle Dempsey.

After her own divorce, Michelle turned her focus on how she could help others in a similar situation, on a similar path. 

Michelle supports healthy coparenting, and passionately believes that she can help separating families create a life that their kids don't have to heal from.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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A+A sit down with the brilliant and vulnerable, Breanne of The Diary of a People Pleaser - another amazing example how one brave woman can support, empower and educate the masses, all while on her own growth journey.

Turns out Alex always knew she was a people pleaser, Amanda, on the other hand, discovered she has tendencies in the middle of the episode - are you a people pleaser?

Listen in to find out!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week, Amanda and Alex sit down with the Tina Swithin of One Mom’s Battle, to talk about the brutal realities of the family court system. After fighting to protect her own daughters from an abusive ex, Tina became an advocate, author, and relentless force for change exposing how the system prioritizes parental rights over child safety.

This conversation will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about divorce and custody battles. If you’re a parent, a survivor, or just someone who cares about protecting kids, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.

Follow Tina at One Mom’s Battle and learn more about her mission to reform the system.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week the brilliant and hilarious Jennifer Muscatel uses her platform @singlemomsociety_ to not only bring humour to divorce generally, but more specifically to point out the flaws of Family Law and how the court system is setting families up for failure.

Her no BS approach will leave you both laughing and thinking, and the A team sits down with Jen to hear the personal stories behind her drive and motivation and building her successful online brand.

If you want more of Jen, check out her podcast, Single Mom Society, and learn all about her single mom advocacy. 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week Amanda and Alex sit down with Toronto local, Amy Tseng, who shares her incredible story of overcoming adversity.

She was newly pregnant when he walked out, and Amy realized that she could either be the victim of her own story, or rise up and rewrite the ending. So this single mom decided to build both a booming business, Dermedix, and a beautiful life for her and her daughter - on her own.

Here to inspire and motivate other single mom's, this is an episode you don't want to miss! 

PS - for all our DL listeners, Amy is generously donating a bring a friend deal for her med spa: buy a syringe and your friend gets one for free! 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week Alex and Amanda sit down with the incredibly stylish entrepreneur Skye Katz of Skye Flowers Luxury Floral Design.

Skye shares openly about her struggle with sobriety and how an intervention from family and friends got her into rehab. From rock bottom she rose to build a thriving business with two Ontario locations, all while raising three kids and maintaining a solid partnership with her husband of over two decades.

Now, many years later, Skye wants to ditch the shame associated with sobriety and motherhood and support women in her community.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week the gals sit down with sleep expert Alanna McGinn of Good Night Sleep Site to get the inside scoop on all things sleep.

Listen in to know if you should be sleep training your infant, how many hours your teen needs each night, and how you can prioritize your sleep during your divorce.

A good night sleep is restorative, healing, and necessary for hormone management and growth, but how the heck do we get it? Alanna comes packed with tips to help you get the sleep you not only need, but deserve.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week the A team sit down with the brilliant legal mind behind instagram sensation @LegallyNik

Nikki, a single mom and solicitor in the UK, has committed her career to advocating for those exiting toxic marriages and supporting their efforts both in court and beyond.

Today Amanda and Alex get to the heart of a question they are asked constantly: can you really ever co-parent successfully with a toxic ex? 

Tune in to find out what Nik has to say, as well as her tips on parallel parenting, how to support kids during transition and what battles to pick when you're up against someone willing to weaponize their children just to "win".

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Prepare yourself for the most beautiful and nurturing conversation of 2025.

The A team is delighted to be chatting with their soul sisters, Helen Tansey and Mt Meikle of the Helen and Mt Podcast.

Helen, a portrait photographer and mastermind behind her company Sundari Photography, and Mt, a fashion stylist and founder of La Closette are on a mission to change the narrative around aging.

Empowered by their professional experience of making women look and feel their best, they took to the microphone to share their own personal experiences around aging, relationships, parenting and oh so much more! 

Essentially, they are Amanda and Alex but with a 20 year head start! 

It is such a sweet and hilarious conversation that you can't not love.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Buckle up DL fam, it's the highly anticipated part two of celebrated entrepreneur and executive, Natalie Westlake.

Jump right back into Natalie's story with her take on parenting, the step-mom (monster?) and maybe even another love story in the works. 

Natalie leaves listeners with some advice, anecdotes about her own divorce journey and how she wished she'd ask for help more along the way.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Welcome back DL fam! For the first episode of 2025, the A team is dropping part one of an amazing story.

For the first time, Disruptive Marketer and Entrepreneur Natalie Westlake openly talks about her divorce, her time at Lululemon and about starting a sex toy shop with her dad!

After working for Lululemon for nearly 20 years, Natalie made the move over to the stunning jewelry shop Bluboho (where the team recorded from!), and simultaneously launched 8850, an online sexual wellness boutique

This is an episode you don't want to miss, welcome back the the DL.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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The much anticipated part two of our episode on eating disorders with Dr. Mafrici and Dr. Foster of the Toronto Psychology + Wellness Group.

Listen in while the A team address how parents can support their adolescents during those difficult years, manage eating at two different homes, and most importantly this time of year, survive eating through the holidays.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week the A team is joined by another bestie duo! Dr. Nina Mafrici and Dr. Michele Foster join in studio to chat all things disordered eating and mental health.

Founders of the Toronto Psychology & Wellness Group, Dr.'s Mafrici and Foster specialize in the growing field of adolescent and teen wellness.
 
On today's episode, the good Dr.'s share strategies for supporting our kids as they navigate friend groups, social media, the Ozempic effect and of course, the holidays... and for some families all of that and two separate homes! 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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If this is your first holiday alone, or maybe the last you'll be in your marriage, or are just one of the millions of people who struggle with the holidays, this is the episode for you.

Today the A team sit down with Megan Sheldon, a grief doula and co-founder of a ritual app with her husband called Be Ceremonial. Using a "create your own adventure" style experience, members can custom design a ritual to support them through the grieving process.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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On today's episode, Amanda and Alex sit down with psychotherapist Lauren Larusso, and get into the nuance of an affair. 

After having her world blown apart by her husband's extramarital affair, Lauren found her practice gravitating towards helping others experiencing the same type of betrayal. 

Lauren has gone on to build an Instagram community of over 115k followers, in addition to helping others through her therapy practice and the many courses she offers.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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A leading beauty expert, an entrepreneur, podcast host and a spiritual goddess, Amanda and Alex sit down with Stephanie Gee of Gee Beauty to discuss the do's and don't's of skin care, what true self care looks like, and how to handle the tween demands for bougie products.

Steph shares her own skin care journey, and her struggles and insecurities reminding us that celebs are regular people just like us.

Curious about what the inside of a family business looks like? Want to know where to splurge on products and when to save? Wondering about how to talk to your kids about skin care? Then this is the episode for you!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.  

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Pop the corn and pour yourself a drink because the A team is headed to Hollywood this week!

Alex and Amanda are joined by E News personality, Adam Havener. You may remember him from such shows as The Hollywood Reporter, American Music Awards, and Billboard. 

This week, he spills all the tea on what the heck is going on with celeb divorces! Pull up a chair, you don't want to miss this one. 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.  

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Just in time for election week, the A team is bringing you a behind the scenes peek at what divorce looks like for our neighbours down south.

Joined by Heather B. Quick, owner, CEO and attorney at Florida Women's Law Group, who is on a mission to educate and empower women experiencing divorce through her practice, and via her own podcast, Women Winning Divorce. 

Listen now to hear Heather's story on why she went into Family Law, why she only represents women, and what divorce means in the United States.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.  

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Happy Halloween from the A team! Leaning into this spooky day, enjoy some real life scary stories about divorces gone terribly wrong!

From newsworthy tales to Alex's own real life divorce story, you'll want to grab a drink from the cauldron and turn the volume up.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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As mediators, Amanda and Alex know that there are two sides to every story, and that is why they are delighted to chat with Ginger Gentile this week!

Ginger is a documentary filmmaker who experienced the difficulties of the family court system first hand. Her documentary, Erasing Family, sheds a light on Parental Alienation, often used a means of abuse in our courts, and shows the other side of the court battle: the side where the kids lose out. 

The film, however, is one of hope, where children are reunited with their erased parents and relationships are rebuilt after years, and sometimes decades, apart.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.  

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An exciting episode for those of you struggling to keep your cool during your divorce, or, quite frankly, in any sort of human interaction! As we know, where there are people, there will be conflict.

This week's special guest, Hesha Abrams, discusses her new book "Holding the Calm" and gives the A team and listeners tangible tools to master conflict resolution to take back their power. 

These tools are great not only for romantic partnerships, but also work well at the office, with your kids, your in-laws or anyone else you may interact with on a daily basis!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Join the A team this week as they chat with Nikki Tucker, divorce financial analyst, corporate banker, creator of the FIIRM approach. 

Nikki advocates for women, and both empowers and educates them as they navigate their divorce. With her easy demeanour and down to earth strategies for maximizing financial clarity while minimizing divorce costs, you're in great hands with this brilliant mind!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Divorce can happen at any age, so why limit yourself after the dust has settled?

Tune in this week to hear all about expert dating coach, Laurie Gerber, discuss the do's and don't's of dating after 50. Laurie gets vulnerable as she shares her own story of a near divorce and how she reinvested in her relationship and helps others find the loves of their lives.

Want more? Laurie has generously donated a free webinar "3 Secrets to Finding and Maintaining Healthy Love without Repeated Disappointments" for all our Dirty Laundry listeners:
Learn

✓How to be Ready to Date Like You Mean It in 30 Days or Less

✓The #1 Ingredient to Finding A Suitable Companion without Repeated Disappointment

✓Essential Elements to Effective Communication even about the Most Awkward Topics

✓PLUS: The Key to Finding Your Soulmate in Way Less Dates!

Register today!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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How wild is Monica's story? If you missed last episode, pause now and go back - for this two part-er, you need to hear the story from the beginning!

Amanda and Alex welcome back Monica Neish of Neish Hair, for part two of her incredible life's story. 

From model to mother, Monica share's how scary it was to find out that the father of her children was not the man she thought he was. 

So stop what you're doing and listen, you do not want to miss the conclusion of her incredible journey.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Welcome back! It's season three and have we got a story for you!

On the first episode of the much anticipated third season, Amanda and Alex welcome Monica Neish of Neish Hair, a stylist and hair extension master! Monica has travelled the world to hone her craft, and in those travels, found herself pregnant in a foreign country engaged to a man who was more than what met the eye.

Tune in for a whirlwind story of love, fear, passion, strength and above all, what it means to be a mother. A story so grand, it had to be told in two parts...

Don't forget, if you want to watch this episode, head over to our YouTube channel.

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As the A team says goodbye to Season Two and hello to a much needed summer vacation, the hosts reminisce about their favourite episodes.

If you're interested in listening to those episodes mentioned in full:
Ash/The Gamer Educator: S2 E1
Should I Stay or Go: S2 E9
Dame Jasvinder Sanghera: S2 E8
Dogs and Divorce: S2 E15
Blended/Step Families: S2 E21 & S2 E37
Narcissism: S2 E30
Religion and Divorce: S2 E19 & S2 E34
Addiction and Therapy: S2 E35 & S2 E39 & S2 E40

Or go back and start at the beginning, you won't regret it!

Also, if you're looking for extra support this summer, don't forget about The DL Community, you'll always find Alex and Amanda over there!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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We all know that in relationships, there will be conflict - you will inevitably end up fighting...but there is productive fighting, and destructive fighting.

Today's guest, Cinnie Noble, is the conflict resolution guru and she not only teaches clients how to deal with conflict better, but she was also Alex's teacher!

If you want to learn now to listen better, manage your emotions in conflict, stay open minded and manage any and all conflict in your relationships - personal or romantic - this is the episode for you!

Bonus: Cinnie is gifting our listeners with a chapter of her book "Conflict Mastery: Questions to Guide You" to help you all fight better! Use password: getfreechapter and enjoy! 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.  

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Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Addiction affects more than just the person with the affliction, and that's why this week on the DL Alex chats with Michelle from JACS Toronto, an organization determined to provide barrier-free access to addiction support.

JACS is a non-profit organization offering education, group therapy as well as individual therapy - all at no or low cost and are supported by donations. The pay-what-you-can model means they can help more people struggling with addiction, and the families, parents,  schools, and communities that are impacted.

Anything from teens addicted to technology, vaping, sports betting to adults struggling with sex addiction, gambling, substance abuse and more. 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week's episode is all about "out with the old, in with the new" with organizational experts Danielle and Amalia from Perfectly Put. 

Divorce is a time of transition, often resulting in inadvertent purging when simply dividing household contents with your ex, but the experts believe that we should lean into to the purge and embrace new found organization!

Amanda and Alex wonder, is home organization the newest form of self-care? An organized home as an organized mind? Tell us what you think!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week the A team is joined by Jamie Simkins, a registered therapist,  stepmom coach, and blended family expert. 

We all know how hard parenting is, then you add in new partners, step kids, exes and co-parents! Jamie gives listeners some tips about navigating life as a step mom, how to co-parent with your new partners' ex, when therapy may be a good option and overall how to prioritize yourself.

 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.  

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Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week Amanda and Alex sit down with Eric Pierni, Psychotherapist and Founder of Men Therapy Toronto, an exclusive therapy clinic for men.  Eric found a need in the market for a clinic with men's mental health at the forefront. 
Eric's clinic offers individual therapy as well as group work, and specializes in sex and porn addiction.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Buckle up listeners, the DL team has an episode for you!

This week, Alex and Amanda are honoured to sit down with Jessica Frew, host of The Husband in Law podcast, which she records with her ex husband and second husband. 

Jessica shares her divorce journey, what it is like co-parenting after her husband came out, getting remarried and battling all that stigma while a member of the Mormon (LDS) Church. 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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One of the best parts of this podcast is bringing relatable, honest and vulnerable stories to the world. Through storytelling, people feel less alone, less isolated, less "othered".

This week the A team sit down with real life super mom Maria, who shares her struggles through divorce, the realities of an untenable parenting plan, and what happens when you agree to things out of fatigue not intention.

Happy Mother's Day from the DL to those that are moms, that those that struggle with their relationship with their mom, with their mother-in/out-laws, that journeyed hard to become a mom, to the step moms and surrogate moms, the moms of rainbow babies and especially to those moms coparenting. 

We see you, we are you, we love you. 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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A DL first! Amanda Silver takes on the guest solo. While Alex was taken out by the norovirus,  Amanda was given carte blanche to interview Shanny, matchmaker extraordinaire! And boy did she deliver!

Enjoy this episode where Shanny gives us the scoop on all things dating after divorce and all the hot tips you need to know to get back on the dating horse! Guess what, dating apps are not for everyone and thankfully, you have other options.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.  

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Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week's episode has been the most requested by our listeners - how do you divorce a narcissist?

The ladies sit down with Clinical Psychologist and author, Kerry McAvoy, to answer all your narcissist-related questions:  How do you spot one? What are the red flags? What exactly is gaslighting? How do narcissists parent, much less co-parent? 

These Q’S and so much more on this episode of Dirty Laundry.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Alex and Amanda sit down this week to discuss all things transitions. We see it every day, not just in divorce, but the real question is how can we help our kids with these transitions?

Transitions for kids can look like: going to a new school, a new home, maybe even a new neighbourhood. It could also look like going to summer camp for the first time, to a first sleepover, taking transit or walking to and from school alone.

Transitions for children of divorce, however,  can look different: it might be a new parenting schedule, going from one home to the other, afterschool care for the first time, maybe more time at a grandparents' house or maybe even just something small like not having all their "stuff" at both parents' homes. Whatever it is for your kids, tune in for some helpful tips and tricks to ease the burden or transition (for you and the kids!).

Loved the episode and need more support? Check out the DL Community!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week's episode is all about Amanda and Alex; who they are, why they got into this biz in the first place (I mean let's be honest, no child thinks "when I grow up I want to help people divorce!"), how they operate their practice, and, best of all, how they work together!

Also, they are officially changing their job titles from Divorce Mediators to Divorce Planners ;)

If you've been considering working with either of the hosts, you may want to consider working with both!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week Amanda and Alex sit down with Author, Speaker and Life Coach, Shannon Talbot. Currently promoting her book, Breaking Free: Stop Holding Back, Start Being You, Shannon shares stories about her own struggles starting a family, balancing work and life and ultimately quitting her career in finance in order to follow her passions.

Her book is incredibly user friendly, pairing anecdotes with worksheets, so you can get immediate answers and support for all your major questions!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week we have the author of the much anticipated rom com novel The Work Boyfriend  in the Dirty Laundry studio!

The ladies sit down with Deanna McFadden, a.k.a. Rebecca Mardon, to talk all about those not-so-appropriate work relationships. 

Just how “harmless” is a work boyfriend anyway? Tune in to find out!

Also don’t forget to grab your copy of The Work Boyfriend here! 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week the team is bringing you a heavy, but incredibly important, episode: Coercive Control with Behavioural Scientist, expert Trish Guise.

Trish arms listeners with what red flags we should be looking out for early in relationships, as well as how this type of abuse can present both in your marriage and in your divorce.

Amanda and Alex ask the hard hitting questions on everyone's mind: how does this type of abuse affect the kids?

Please note that references are made to Jane's law in the conversation, however the correct law is Clare's Law. 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Who gets to keep the embryo after divorce? Does the child that came to be due to sperm or egg donation have a stake in your estate when you die? Why do people come to Canada looking for a surrogate?

For the answers to these and oh so much more, tune in to this week's episode when the A team sit down with fertility lawyer Tracy Bannier - you do not want to miss this!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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All those awkward questions you've been dying to have answered?  The A team is hooking you up on this week's episode as we talk threesomes, finding out your partner is gay, sexless marriages and more. It’s a juicy one!
 
 Taken straight out of the DL Community, the gals are delivering the answers, uncomfortable as they may be, because you're not alone. These were some of Dirty Laundry's most common questions and we are here for it. 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.
 
Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.
 
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Curious about blended families, step kids/parents, co-parenting dynamics and general chaos of life with multiple kids with multiple parents? Then you'll love this conversation with The Women's Collective founder Maria Saputo.

Not only is Maria an incredible boss and entrepreneur, she is also a divorced mom of two, and newly engaged! 

Maria and her partner are raising 5 kids from 4 different homes and doing it all with a smile and a hope for the rest of us.

Tune in for all of Maria's tips, warnings and reminders that at the end of the day, you just need to check your ego at the door and enjoy this incredibly beautiful, messy life!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week's episode is a bit controversial as we are seeing the family courts shifting from a 50/50 parenting default to looking at what is truly in the best interest of the children.

As mediators, Alex and Amanda are always putting the interest of the child at the forefront, and really, working for the family unit as a whole... but can the same thing be said about the courts?

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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 Another spectacular conversation on the DL! This week, A+A sit down with Rabbi Meir of the Yorkville Jewish Centre to talk about relationships, marriage and, of course, divorce!

Coming from Vancouver BC for schooling, Rabbi Meir fell in love with Toronto! After studying in both NYC and Israel, then travelling the world for rabbinic work, he returned to Toronto to found the YJC and settle down with his wife and two children.

Remember, if you'd rather watch this episode, Dirty Laundry is now on YouTube!

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Buckle up DL listeners, this is a goody!

The A team sits down with Kate Anthony to discuss the PATRIARCHY (aka Alex's favourite topic)! More specifically, how marriage really only functions on the back of women.

Kate's new book: The D Word, is the quintessential survival guide to educate, empower, and encourage women who are struggling to decide if they should stay in or leave their marriages.

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Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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On today's episode, the A team chats with Melissa Kalil, a living example of when life hands you a divorce, make a career out of it!

Melissa is a coach, a single mom, an entrepreneur and an inspiration. She uses her lived experience to support her clients going through separation and divorce, and is in constant pursuit of personal and professional growth.

Enjoy this incredible conversation and don't forget to reach out if you want to join the DL Community!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Welcome back to the DL! After a much needed rest over the holidays, the A team is back with another fabulous episode.

Just in time for new years resolutions, today's guest will leave you with brilliant tips on how to manage your money, best ways to invest, and what saving for retirement really looks like.

If you are managing a post-divorce lump sum, or learning how to navigate managing your finances alone for the first time, Michelle Robertson of Ms. Money and Math has the info you need to get started right away!

Michelle has also agreed to join us in the DL Community, so if you like what you hear, come find us over there for even more great advice, tips and tricks!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Calling all dog lovers! Even if you're not getting a divorce, we guarantee you'll learn something from this episode.

This week Alex and Amanda sit down with the brilliant and compassionate Karis Nafte of Who Keeps the Dog.  Karis is a certified pet mediator who got her start in the animal world as a certified dog behavioural expert and is therefore able to advise her clients on the best strategies during divorce for their four legged family members.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.  

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This week Michael Coristine is back!

Mike chats all things  social media and divorce. Think posting pics of a night out might be harmless? Think again. Before you air out your Dirty Laundry on Facebook or Instagram, you’re going to want have a listen to this episode!

What’s more, we are thrilled to announce that Mike has officially joined the DL fam as our very own in-house Counsel.  Got legal questions? Mike’s got the answers. 

There is still time to email us for more info about the DL Community!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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The A Team is back with an intimate and informative conversation around how best to survive the "most wonderful time of the year".

Alex and Amanda know that it is not always a happy time, especially for those newly single and navigating the holidays on their own, so tune in for tips and tricks for both the emotional side of things, as well as the logistical side.

And remember, if you need a little help, you can always reach out to the gals on Instagram or via email.

Speaking of emails, don't forget to email us for more info about the DL Community! Coming to a computer near you in January.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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We have a friend in the house! This week the gals sit down with Alex's longtime friend and colleague, Jodi McBurney, who spills all the tea on her divorce and life after the fact.

Jodi shares incredible advice, as well as some of the hardships she had to endure when exiting her marriage - being the first "failed" relationship in her friend group, battling outside stigma, and never becoming a mom are just some of the topics we get into.

Grab your favourite beverage and come along for the ride as we laugh and cry our way through another incredible real life story.

Enjoy this week's episode and don't forget to email us for more info about the DL Community!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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DL listeners are in for a treat when fellow podcaster, comedienne, and all-round badass, Andrea Rappaport visits the DL.

Co-host of the incredibly popular How-Not-To-Suck-At-Divorce podcast, Andrea gets personal with Amanda and Alex as she shares her  journey through divorce.

You'll laugh, you'll cry - heck it's divorce! Also, learn about Andrea's upcoming collab with Breethe App and how it can support you through your own divorce.

Enjoy this week's episode and don't forget to email us for more info about the DL Community!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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Guess who's back! This week Alex and Amanda chat with their colleagues, Helen Yack and Gabbi Silverberg from RiseUp Counselling! 

All four women speak candidly about their personal experiences with Divorce and the impacts on the next gen - spoiler, your kids will be fine!

Helen and Gabbi take us inside the minds of children whose parents are going through divorce; how they make sense of their situations, and some dos and don’ts for parents during this time. 

Whether you’re a parent, step-parent, or were a child of divorce, this episode is definitely worth a listen!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.  

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This week Alex and Amanda chat amongst themselves on the real-life (and often debilitating) question so many ask themselves: Do I Stay or Do I go? 

Everyone in a relationship at some point as has asked themselves this question, and this week the gals sit down and answer listener questions around this theme.

Given the popularity around this topic, and the general difficulty of relationships, the A team has decided to launch a private group to discuss this very question! Stay tuned for more info around our support group!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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It was a tremendous privilege to sit down with best selling British author, activist and public speaker Dr. Jasvinder Sanghera. Jasvinder escaped from a forced marriage and has spent the better part of her life helping others escape, and fighting honour based violence and forced marriage.

It is a powerful conversation about her own personal journey, as well as the impact Jasvinder has made on British law, in schools and with law enforcement to break the cycle of turning a blind eye to abuse in the name of “culture”.

Amanda and Alex invite you to join in on a very timely conversation of culture, religion, and women's rights and freedoms, but do warn that this could be a difficult listen and encourage you to protect yourself first and foremost.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.
 
Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.
 
 Also, don't forget to rate and review our show on your favourite podcast player.

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Buckle up! This week Alex and Amanda sit down with Joanna Seidel of Toronto Family Therapy.

If you are curious about what services and processes are involved when dealing with various court assessments for children, (like Section 30's, Voice of Child, Children's Aid involvement or Supervised Access), then you do not want to miss this incredibly important conversation.

Joanna brings years of experience and education and is one of the top professionals in her field!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week Rob Roseman from WTF Divorce sits down with Alex and Amanda to share about his personal journey through divorce and how that led him to create a podcast, as well as an online community.

Through his social media platform @wtfdivorce he is a beacon for those struggling with divorce, and in need of a good laugh. Sharing jokes and stories, Rob is on a mission (much like the DL) to normalize divorce!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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You asked for it and the A team is here to deliver!

Is it possible to mediate a high conflict divorce? Tune in this week as Alex and Amanda sit down with the 'Godfather of High Conflict Divorces', Howard Hurwitz , to find out.

If you are battling with an ex  and wondering if court is your only option, than this is the episode is for you.  

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.  

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This week's episode has got the A team fired up! For the first time in Dirty Laundry's history we are hearing from a divorced dad - welcome to the hot seat Daren Douglas! Come along for the ride to hear a man's perspective on divorce, single parenting, finding your passions, and dating again.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week the A team are truly honoured to sit down with Natalie Reisman, Corporate Lawyer, single mother of three, and general badass woman. 

Natalie shares her story of divorce with such honesty, vulnerability, and even a little laughter - you don't want to miss this one!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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On this week's extra spicy episode, the A team sit down with Intimacy coach Laira Thomas to get the skinny on all things sex and intimacy. 

After spending 22 years married to the same person, Laira knows what it takes to keep a relationship strong - start with yourself.

If you are in a relationship, leaving a relationship or single and ready to mingle, this conversation is not to be missed!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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To kick off Season Two, the A Team sits down with Ash Brandin, more commonly known as @thegamereducator, to discuss all things back to school, games in real life, and how to talk to your kids about tech and transitioning between homes.

If you have kids, you do not want to miss this info packed episode - you may end up wanting to play video games with your kids afterwards!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes.  

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Join Amanda as Alex as they welcome to the conversation Eva Sachs, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst.

If you are curious about what is going to happen to your money, your home, your investments and your debts when you separate, than this is the episode for you!

Eva breaks down the complex financial components of a divorce into manageable chunks to leave you feeling informed and confident!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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This week the A team sits down with Child Protection Mediator, Jim Fitch as he takes us behind the curtain of the darker side of divorce and separation.

Trigger Warning: this episode contains discussion of abuse, domestic violence, intimate partner violence, femicide and homicide, please listen with caution.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.

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For the first time on Dirty Laundry we have three guests in studio! 

Join Amanda and Alex as they get all the do's and don’ts of going through a divorce from the three brilliant minds that make up INB Family Law Firm.  

From hiring a lawyer, to setting initial goals to collaborative law, if you have questions about embarking on the legal journey, this episode is for you!

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Curious about what the Amber Alert really means?

Join the A team this week as they add another A to the team - Amanda Gibeault is a Family Lawyer, Accredited Mediator, guest lecturer at McGill University and expert in child abductions. 

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This week the gals are talking all things spousal support: what are the entitlements? What are the tax implications? Lump sum or monthly - which is better?

If you are curious about this part of the Separation Agreement, then this episode is for you. The A team breaks down the various components, as well as chat pros v. cons and federal guidelines may have overlooked! 

A must listen episode.

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This week the A team sit down with Jim Doxtdator,  a Haudenosaunee Dispute Resolution Practitioner.

Jim uses a Restorative approach in all of his endeavours: Family Mediation, Restorative Justice, and Indigenous Dispute Resolution (IDR) Facilitation, and we are honoured to sit down and learn from him this week.

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On this episode A + A sit down with Suzanne Toth as she shares the the story of her own divorce.

This real life conversation is vulnerable, honest, sometimes funny, and most importantly, encouraging, as we learn about the struggles of raising kids and finding yourself after (and often during!) separation and divorce.

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The A team is joined this week by real estate maverick, Darren Slavens of Slavens and Associates Real Estate Inc. Brokerage.

Curious about the market? The best time to sell? Do your letters really make a difference to the seller? 

Join Amanda and Alex as they get all the answers to your real estate questions!

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This week the A team is joined by mortgage specialist John Panagakos of Separation Mortgages.

John teaches us how to navigate borrowing after and even during a separation and how sometimes, the banks just don't know.

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Want to know the ins and outs of child support obligations post divorce? Than this episode is for you! 

Amanda and Alex bust myths to break down the truths behind child support, where there is wiggle room and how it differs from spousal support.

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This week A&A discuss the do's and don't's around telling the kids you're getting a divorce with the brilliant Helen Yack and Gabbi Silverberg of  Rise Up Counselling.

With practical tips like where to tell them, when to tell them and how much to tell them, you don't want to miss it. 

Good news? You don't need to have all the answers! 

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This week the A team is joined by Michael Coristine, Actor, turned Crown Attorney turned Family Law lawyer.

Warning: this episode discusses the intersection of Family Law and the Criminal Justice System which is seen predominantly with domestic abuse, intimate partner violence and sexual assault.

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This week is the second episode for the two-parter on Infidelity, and the women sit down with Relationship Therapist, Martin Frith.

Learn all about "relationship hygiene", the "good enough" marriage and why we shouldn't be saying "infidelity". 

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This week the A Team talk to Private Investigator Whitney Joy Smith, founder and lead investigator of Smith Investigation Agency.

If you are concerned about your partner stepping out or sneaking around and need answers, Whitney and her team of sleuths are at your service! Listen along as Amanda and Alex ask Whitney all the burning questions, and demystify the world of P.I.'s, you don't want to miss it!

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Join hosts Amanda and Alex as they discuss the varying degrees of stigma for different types of breakups.

Also - do we leave relationships too soon? Or do we stay for too long? When is it time to reach out and ask for help?

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This week the women talk to their mentor and mediation "dad", Mike MacConnell.

Mike MacConnell, founder/director at Reflective Mediation, is an accredited mediator, life coach, educator, and author of The Yoga of Divorce: A Mindful Route to Resolving Disputes.  He began his career as a teacher. In 1989 he founded SOLA, (School of Liberal Arts), a private university-preparatory high school, which he co-directed in central Toronto until 2010. 

Conflict resolution has been his focus since then, as a personal communication coach and accredited family mediator. He works primarily with couples and individuals seeking non-adversarial separation and divorce. In addition to his private practice, he is also a member of The Modern Divorce; a unique team of four professionals: two family lawyers, a divorce financial expert and Mike as the negotiator. They provide all-inclusive divorce packages, so couples can complete their separation swiftly and efficiently at one low price. 

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This week Amanda and Alex are talking about the trials and tribulations around living together after one or both parties have made the difficult decision to end the marriage. 

Listen to stories about what can go wrong, and also how you can set yourself up for success with an interim plan and strong boundaries.

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This week on the DL Amanda and Alex chat with divorce coach Cindy Stibbard. 

Based in Vancouver BC, Cindy catapulted herself into the divorce world after going through her own divorce and now supports others on the same journey through her coaching practice.

If you want more of Cindy, you can find her on Instagram @divorceredefined, or connect with her at  www.cindystibbardcoaching.com.

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Join Alex and Amanda as they get into the weeds about dating apps, hilarious first date anecdotes and the realities of dating after divorce.

Plus, producer Mela weighs in on her experience with the dating scene (since Alex hasn't dated in 16 years...)

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This week on the DL Amanda and Alex finish walking you through the components of your separation agreement: parenting plan, child support, spousal support and oh so much more!

Also, they answer the burning question:  what the difference is between a separation agreement and an MOU (memorandum of understanding)?

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This week on the DL Amanda and Alex walk you through the process, think: Mediation 101

Tune in for info about separation agreements, litigation vs mediation, having difficult conversations, and how we handle emotions. 

Also, are you wondering, "do I need a lawyer AND a mediator?", listen to find out.

But wait! It is too much info for just one episode - tune in next week for even more information about the separation and divorce process.

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This week on the DL, we are talking about why no one likes talking about divorce! 
Co-hosts Amanda Silver and Alex Howard introduce themselves and share why they became family mediators dedicated to helping those going through separation and divorce.  Plus - do your friends have to pick sides and how can they best support you through this difficult time.

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The Podcast all about Divorce. Professional Family Mediators, hosts Amanda Silver and Alex Howard are cutting through the bull and sharing what they have learned along the way. We are ditching the stigma and bringing you the information you need to support you on your journey through separation and divorce. Come along for the ride as we air it all out!

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