How Not To Suck At Divorce: Divorce Advice You Need To Hear
The only divorce podcast that's one part family law attorney and one part recovering comedian. We are dedicated to bringing you action steps, empathy, and a healthy side of snark.
Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport bring you divorce content that's resourceful, entertaining, packed with ACTION STEPS from EXPERTS, and most importantly, help listeners feel less alone.
You'll get through this. We promise. You've got this..and we've got you.
**Do not listen to this show if you don't have a sense of humor.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 48 minutes
- Episodes
- 169
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
167. Divorce Tips If They Had an Affair (Even In A No-Fault State)
When an affair is part of your divorce story, it can feel like there’s no justice...especially in a no-fault state. In this candid, funny-but-serious conversation, Andrea and Morgan break down what y…
167. Weighing Your Options: Do You Get Divorced Or Do You Stay In Your Marriage? (For Now)
When you’re stuck wondering if you should stay married or finally move forward with a divorce, the decision feels impossible. In this episode of How Not to Suck at Divorce, Andrea and Morgan get real…
166. Back to School Survival Guide for Divorcing/Divorced Parents
Let’s face it—back to school hits different when you’re divorced… and especially when you’re the one stuck writing 40 thank-you notes from a six-year-old who can barely write his name.
In this episode…
165. Crucial Action Steps When Divorcing an Abusive Partner (And a Story That Will Help You Understand Cohersive Control)
Andrea and Morgan talk with Laura Richards, host of That’s Where I’m At podcast, about navigating divorce when abuse is part of the marriage. Laura shares her story of leaving a relationship that loo…
165. Crucial Action Steps When Divorcing an Abusive Partner (And a Story That Will Help You Understand Cohersive Control)
Andrea and Morgan talk with Laura Richards, host of That’s Where I’m At podcast, about navigating divorce when abuse is part of the marriage. Laura shares her story of leaving a relationship that loo…
164. Pre Divorce Action Steps For Leaving An Abusive Marriage (And a Personal Story That Inspired a Blockbuster Movie)
Abuse doesn’t always leave visible scars. If you’re in a marriage where your every move is controlled; whether it’s how you spend money, where you go, or who you see, you may be experiencing abuse wi…
163. The Smartest Way to Tell Your Spouse You Want a Divorce
Our Divorce Crash Course was designed to hold your hand through the process and help you avoid major and expensive mistakes. Learn more here: https://www.hownottosuckatdivorce.com/divorce-crash-cours…
162. What the #1 Divorce Podcast Wants You to Know
In today's episode, Andrea sits down (sans Morgan! She's out of the country!) to drop some real talk about the hard truths of divorce that no one wants to hear...but everyone needs to. From AI misinf…
161. How Using Chat GPT Can Actually HURT Your Divorce Case- Learn What to do INSTEAD!
AI might be your late-night bestie, but should it be your divorce attorney? In this candid and insightful episode of How Not to Suck at Divorce, Morgan and Andrea welcome back crowd-favorite and form…
160. Preparing for Divorce/Custody Battle- What to Ask Your Attorney, How to Prep..
In this powerhouse episode, Andrea and Morgan welcome powerhouse attorney and metaphysical strategist Mia Poppe to help listeners emotionally and mentally prepare for the courtroom. Mia shares her to…
159. I Should Have Gotten Divorced Before I Got Married: An Inspirational Divorce Story
In this episode of How Not To Suck At Divorce, Heather McGinley, Emmy award-winning author and founder of The Happily Never After, shares her powerful story of growing up in a fundamentalist Christia…
158. Take Back Power. Overcome Divorce Fear.
Fear. It’s the uninvited guest in every divorce and today, we’re dragging it into the light. Andrea and Morgan sit down with Crazy Ex-Wives Club host Erica Bennett, whose own divorce journey turned f…
157. The Biggest "Pre Divorce" Mistakes And How to Avoid Them
Andrea and Morgan are diving deep into the emotional rollercoaster of pre-divorce decisions, from trial separations and nesting, to financial agreements and moving out. With personal stories, expert …
156. How to Manage the Most Common Forms of Divorce Manipulation
When manipulation sneaks into your divorce, it’s not just annoying, it’s super dangerous. In this candid episode, Andrea and Morgan teach you how to spot the most common manipulation tactics used bef…
155. The ONLY Divorce Mediation Prep You’ll Need
Mediation doesn’t have to suck—but walking in unprepared absolutely does. In this solo power-packed episode, Andrea and Morgan deliver the exact roadmap you need before entering mediation. Whether it…
154. But What if You DON'T Want the Divorce, What Do You Do??
Our Divorce Crash Course was designed to hold your hand through the process and help you avoid major and expensive mistakes. Learn more here: https://www.hownottosuckatdivorce.com/divorce-crash-cours…
153. Coparenting with a "Narcissist" or Anyone High Conflict (Divorce Tips) with Bill Eddy
If you’ve ever fired off an angry text, regretted it immediately, or found yourself stuck in never-ending drama with your ex—this episode is for you. Andrea and Morgan sit down with the legendary Bil…
152. The Role that Menopause and Perimenopause Plays in Divorce: a Conversation with Midi
Is it your ex… or your estrogen? In this honest, hilarious, and eye-opening episode, Andrea and Morgan sit down with Joanna Strober, founder and CEO of MIDI, to uncover how midlife hormone shifts can…
151. Getting the Best Divorce Team (What's Worth Your $$, What's Not?)
In today's episode, Andrea and Morgan break down the divorce dream team—who you need, who you don’t, and where to invest your VERY hard-earned dollars. From therapists to forensic accountants and par…
150. The Easiest Way to Save Money in Your Divorce
Think saving money during divorce is impossible? Think again. In this episode, Andrea and Morgan serve up the real (and hilarious) talk on how to actually cut your legal costs without sacrificing you…