Schein On: Recent Episodes

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The podcast that explores high-profile divorces and much more. From Attorney Evan Schein and  Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP. Evan Schein is a partner with the firm and leads the firm’s litigation practice.  More info at www.berkbot.com

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Episode 80 of the Schein On Podcast spotlights Nikki Tucker, a personal financial strategist and certified divorce financial analyst. Nikki shares her expertise on finance management pre- and post-divorce, emphasizing the importance of prenups, staying organized, and having open financial discussions in relationships. The show also delves into how public figures handle relationship scrutiny, the impact of social media on divorce settlements, and offers listener advice on navigating extended separations. Tune in for a blend of practical financial advice and engaging conversations on trending topics.

More on Nikki at https://thefiirmapproach.com/

Topics

01:30 Halloween Highlights and Pop Culture

03:08 Daylight Saving Time Debate

04:29 Divorce and TikTok

07:34 Halloween Candy Controversy

10:41 Jessica Simpson's Marriage Rumors

12:37 Ask Evan: Legal Separation vs. Divorce

15:46 Interview with Nikki Tucker: Marriage and Money

20:05 Prenup Discussions: Protecting Each Other

22:07 Financial Transparency in Marriage

22:46 Common Financial Mistakes During Divorce

25:55 Rebuilding Financial Confidence Post-Divorce

28:24 Rewarding Financial Milestones

30:38 Nikki's Personal Philosophy and Advice

35:05 Famous Quotes and Financial Wisdom

40:28 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Contact Info

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A thought-provoking discussion on marriage, divorce, and mental health with Dr. Monica Vermani, a Toronto-based clinical psychologist and author of 'A Deeper Wellness.' Evan and Dr. Vermani delve into the complexities of emotional well-being during life transitions such as divorce. The episode features insightful conversation on topics ranging from the importance of tuning into one's authentic truth amidst external noise, to practical advice for those contemplating a move amidst a potential divorce. The episode also brings thoughtful commentary on the stigma surrounding mental health and the importance of resilience and self-compassion.

Topics

03:00 Celebrity Divorce: Jeremy Allen White

06:52 Political Differences Leading to Divorce

09:47 Ask Evan: Moving and Divorce

12:17 Interview with Dr. Monica Vermani

37:02 Embracing Uncertainty and Building Confidence

37:45 Learning from Patients and Personal Growth

38:55 The Importance of Self-Care for Therapists

41:29 The Journey of Writing 'A Deeper Wellness'

42:54 Creating Accessible Mental Health Resources

49:10 The Role of Mentors and Personal Development

52:07 The Impact of Vulnerability and Resilience

59:22 Addressing Mental Health Stigmas and Narratives

01:04:59 Navigating Divorce and Its Emotional Impact

01:09:28 Conclusion and Resources for Mental Wellness

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The guest is Rhonda Noordyk, a renowned divorce financial strategist and host of the podcast 'Disrupting Divorce: Conversations for Women.' Evan and Rhonda discuss the true meaning of disruption in divorce, emphasizing challenging the status quo for better outcomes. Rhonda shares her journey from the financial industry to specializing in helping women navigate the financial complexities of divorce. The episode covers crucial topics like the emotional and strategic aspects of divorce, the significance of understanding money stories from childhood, and practical advice on financial stability during the divorce process.

Topics

01:54 July 4th Weekend Plans

03:20 The Role of a Divorce Lawyer

06:11 Client-Lawyer Relationship Dynamics

09:34 Gray Divorce Insights

12:35 Ask Evan: Legal Grounds for Divorce

14:33 Interview with Rhonda Noordyk

24:26 Strategic Thinking in Divorce

25:14 Misconceptions About Financial Stability

27:19 Building Financial Confidence

28:27 Handling Emotional Decisions

32:57 Changes Needed in Divorce Industry

35:19 The Women's Financial Wellness Center

38:26 Future Vision and Impact

42:09 Lessons Learned from Clients

44:59 Fun Segment: They Said It

50:54 Conclusion and Resources

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Evan delves into intimate and profound discussions with Melissa Urban, the co-founder and CEO of Whole30, and a six-time New York Times bestselling author. The conversation covers a wide range of topics including Melissa's personal journey through divorce, drug addiction recovery, the growth of Whole30, and her new book, 'The Book of Boundaries.' They also discuss current events such as a Missouri law related to divorce during pregnancy, quick divorces post-wedding, and the possibilities of mediation and collaborative divorce. The episode ends with practical advice from Melissa on setting boundaries in various life scenarios. This episode is packed with profound insights and real-life experiences on life, relationships, and personal growth.

More on Melissa at https://www.melissau.com/

Topics:

01:06 Melissa Urban's Journey: From Addiction to Whole30

02:17 Discussing Divorce Laws and Social Etiquette

08:21 Ask Evan: Mediation and Collaborative Divorce

11:34 Melissa Urban on Personal Growth and Boundaries

27:24 Navigating Emotional Responses in Divorce

27:58 The Book of Boundaries: Concept and Format

30:23 Nature Church: Finding Peace in the Mountains

32:17 Whole30: Personalized Health and Wellness

33:33 Life Advice and Personal Legacy

38:00 They Said It: Boundary Setting Scenarios

48:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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The guest is Lisa Smith, author of 'Girl Walks Out of a Bar' and a renowned recovery coach and former attorney. Lisa shares her personal journey through high-functioning addiction and her path to recovery, offering profound insights and practical advice. The episode concludes with a fun rock-and-roll-themed segment involving memorable quotes from famous songs. This week's docket includes topics ranging from American celebrity culture to NFL star Darren Waller's emotional song. Lisa's candid conversation about her struggles and recovery, along with her passion for rock music, makes this episode both inspiring and enlightening.
Find Lisa at https://lisasmithadvisory.com/

On IG: @girlwalksout

Topics:

00:42 Guest Introduction: Lisa Smith
02:10 Celebrity Gossip: 'Bennifer'07:48 Darren Waller's split -- and song10:55 Divorce Registry Discussion14:24 Ask Evan: Marital Property16:09 Interview with Lisa Smith29:24 Normalizing Non-Drinking at Events30:09 Lisa's Pivotal Recovery Moment32:17 The Reward of Sharing Her Story33:28 Music and Recovery39:51 Navigating Social Situations Without Alcohol43:01 Podcast Highlights and Rock Star Guests44:41 Rock and Roll Quotes Game52:34 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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In the 75th episode of the Schein On podcast, Evan invites Dr. Judy Ho, a triple board-certified and licensed clinical and forensic neuropsychologist, professor, podcast host, and author, to explore the complex realms of attachment, self-sabotage, and the pursuit of happiness. Dr. Ho shares insights from her books 'The New Rules of Attachment' and 'Stop Self Sabotage,' discussing how understanding our attachment styles can significantly improve personal and professional relationships, mental health, and overall life satisfaction. The episode covers the impact of childhood experiences on adult attachment styles, the dynamics of healing and personal growth, and the role of creativity and authenticity in achieving success. In addition to Dr. Ho's expertise, the podcast also dives into various topics such as the nuances of navigating friendships during divorce and the psychological effects of social media consumption. It's a comprehensive and enlightening discussion on improving one's life by fostering better relationships, self-awareness, and resilience against self-sabotage.
More on Dr. Ho at drjudyho.com

Topics02:49 Navigating Divorce: Advice, Support, and Personal Experiences15:41 Discovering Your Attachment Style with Dr. Judy Ho30:29 Puzzle Analogies and Parenting Insights31:24 Exploring Attachment Styles and Mental Health32:13 Attachment Styles in Relationships and Communication34:26 Navigating the Complex World of Social Media39:48 Rethinking New Year's Resolutions41:26 The Journey of Writing Books and Parenting43:25 Expert Witness Work and Courtroom Dynamics47:51 Mentorship, Mistakes, and Learning52:03 They Said It: Reflecting on Mental Health Quotes

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Evan welcomes Lisa Johnson and Chris Barry, co-founders of 'Been There Got Out,' and acclaimed authors of the must-read book on navigating toxic relationships and high-conflict divorces. Their conversation delves deep into the indicators of toxic relationships, emphasizing the often-hidden nature of emotional and financial abuse. Lisa shares her personal story of living in an abusive relationship for two decades, highlighting the difficulty in recognizing and admitting to being in such a situation. Both Lisa and Chris discuss the concept of coercive control, explaining its detrimental impact on relationship dynamics and emphasizing the importance of conflict in healthy interactions. The discussion also covers the strategies for handling high-conflict co-parenting situations, underscoring the necessity of detailed and enforceable parenting plans to mitigate post-divorce manipulation. Finally, they touch upon the pervasive issue of legal abuse in the court system and share insights into navigating such challenges, including the empowerment found in self-representation and the importance of focusing on recovery and support.

More at https://beentheregotout.com/

Topics:

02:09 Drake's Generosity: Paying for a Fan's Divorce
04:07 Polyamory and Young Divorces06:50 High-Impact Couples Therapy: A 16-Hour Fix?11:19 Ask Evan: Navigating Finances in Divorce13:32 High Conflict Divorce Coaching with Lisa Johnson and Chris Barry25:16 Understanding and Combating Legal Abuse31:45 Navigating Divorce with Legal and Emotional Support32:20 The Strategy of Building a Paper Trail in Divorce33:46 The Journey to Self-Representation and Victory34:37 The Challenges and Strategies of Going Pro Se37:26 Supporting Friends in Toxic Relationships41:06 Empowering Survivors Through Shared Experiences44:34 Advice for Navigating High-Conflict Divorces49:26 Reflecting on Personal Growth and Professional Evolution53:54 Engaging with the Community: They Said It Segment

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| 'Our Son' filmmaker Peter Nickowitz joins the show to talk about the film's themes of family dynamics, relationships, power struggles, love, intimacy, and passion. The film is groundbreaking in addressing a child-custody struggle for a same-sex couple. | | | | | Watch 'Our Son' on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/amzn1.dv.gti.35fc6343-49f9-4b0b-baaf-549559b93a89?autoplay=0&ref_=atv_cf_strg_wb |

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Dr. Luana Marques is a global speaker, author, scientist and innovator. She is an associate professor at Harvard Medical School and a former president of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America.More at https://drluana.com/

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The guest is Duygu Balan, a licensed psychotherapist specializing in familial and intergenerational trauma.

Duygu is the first author for Re-Write: A Trauma Workbook of Creative Writing and Recovery in Our New Normal. She is a regular contributor at Psychology Today, and has been featured on CNN, The Washington Times and MSN.

More at https://www.duygubalan.com/

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The guest is author Brad Stulberg, whose new book is entitled 'Master of change.' Brad is a regular contributor to the New York Times and his work has been featured in major media outlets such as the Wall Street Journal.

Get the book: https://a.co/d/2FhxdQt

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Christine B.L. Adams, M.D. is the author of Living On Automatic: How Emotional Conditioning Shapes Our Lives and Relationships, which "offers a groundbreaking new concept of personalities and relationships... for people in mid-life who have questions about what goes on and what causes problems in their most important relationships – whether in dating, marriage or with their children."

More at https://www.doctorchristineadams.com/

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Matthew Fray, author of 'This is How Your Marriage Ends,' has been featured in The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal and The Atlantic.

More about Matthew and his work: https://matthewfray.com/

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Alex Kapp is not only a highly regarded divorce manager and coach but also a talented television actress and accomplished writer. Her primary focus lies in guiding individuals through the complex and often emotionally charged process of divorce, helping them make informed decisions and rebuild their lives successfully.

More on Alex's business at https://goldenruledivorcemanagement.com/

Before embarking on her career as a divorce manager, Alex achieved recognition as a versatile actress, known for her role as Lindsay in the CBS sitcom "The New Adventures of Old Christine," where she shared the screen with the iconic Julia Louis-Dreyfus. She also had a memorable turn as George's girlfriend on an episode of 'Seinfeld.'

Early in her life, Alex had a relationship with Robert Chambers, who was later convicted in the 1986 'preppie murder' scandal. Her experiences during that period have been revisited in the documentary 'The Preppy Murder: Death in Central Park.'

In this engaging podcast episode, we delve into Alex's journey from her role as a divorce manager to her experiences in the world of acting and her unique perspective on life's unexpected twists and turns. Her story is one of resilience, creative prowess, and an unwavering commitment to helping individuals not just survive but thrive through challenging life transitions. Join us for a captivating conversation with this extraordinary talent and mentor.

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Clinical Psychologist Dr. Dorianne Weil, once named one of South Africa’s Most Influential Women, joins the show to discuss her adventures in being a high-profile expert in psychology, mentoring, coaching and becoming friends with Nelson Mandela.

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Olivia Howell and Genevieve Dreizen are the co-founders of the Fresh Start Registry, the "go-to platform to help you design your future during and after divorce. "
Visit https://www.freshstartsregistry.com/

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Author and matchmaker Rachel Greenwald returns to the show to discuss her upcoming matchmaking training retreat in October, "The Love MBA." in LA Jolla. California. 

For more info: https://rachelgreenwald.com/the-love-mba/

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Evan is joined by Sarah Schoppe-Sullivan, Ph.d, professor of psychology and a faculty affiliate of the Institute for Population Eesearch at the Ohio State University. She's a member of the board of the Council on Contemporary Families and directs the Children and Parents Lab at Ohio State.

More at https://u.osu.edu/schoppesullivan/

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The guest is Tonya Lester, a psychotherapist in Brooklyn, New York. She's the author of the essay 'Couples Therapist, Heal Thyself' in the modern love section of the New York Times. 

More on Tonya at https://www.tonyalester.com/

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Evan and producer Dave consider a host of current topics connected to divorce including:

  • The Case for Staying in a Broken Marriage

  • Why Divorce Registries Are A Real Thing

  • Is the Seven-Year Itch a Genuine Phenomenon?

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Kiaundra Jackson is a trusted Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has been featured in Oprah’s Magazine and recognized by Beyonce and the NAACP. 

More including her book 'Hard Work or Harmony?' at www.kiaundrajackson.com

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The guest is Tess Wilkinson-Ryan, author and professor of law and psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. She is the author of
"Fool Proof: How Fear of Playing the Sucker Shapes Our Selves and the Social Order― and What We Can Do About It."

Get the book at https://www.amazon.com/Fool-Proof-Playing-Sucker-Order_and/dp/0063214261

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The guest is award-winning documentary filmmaker Ellen Bruno.  Ellen's new film 'Split: The Teen Years,'  is the sequel to 'Split: The Early Years.'

More on Ellen at www.brunofilms.com

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Olivia Summerhill is a certified divorce specialist, money coach and certified divorce financial analyst. She's the host of the Divorce For Wealthy Women Podcast. 

More on Olivia: https://www.summerhillfirm.com/

Follow the podcast at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/divorce-for-wealthy-women/id1546130936

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Evan is joined by Dawn Dais, author of the newly released book "The Shit No One Tells You About Divorce." Evan and Dawn discuss her book, which is an honest, transparent look into the divorce process and what really goes on from a person who has lived it and been through the good and the bad, the struggles and the successes.Get the book at https://www.amazon.com/One-Tells-You-About-Divorce/dp/0306828545

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Dr. JoAnne Pedro-Carroll is a clinical psychologist, therapist, and an internationally recognized expert on children. She was a professor of psychology at the University of Rochester for 25 years where she developed award-winning programs used worldwide.

Dr. Caroll serves as an advisor and consultant to many organizations, including Netflix, Sky Dance Studios and Sesame street addressing matters related to children, parenting and resilience.

More at http://www.pedro-carroll.com/

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Nate Klemp is a New York Times bestselling author, philosopher, founding partner at Mindful Magazine, and coauthor of The 80/80 Marriage.

More on Nate at https://www.nateklemp.com/

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Ian Kerner is the New York Times best-selling author of She Comes First as well as the recently published So Tell Me About the Last Time You Had Sex.

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Dr. Tracey Marks is a general and forensic psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience.

She's the author of "Why Am I So Anxious?" She joins the show to talk about her mission to increase mental health awareness. 

More at https://markspsychiatry.com/

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Dr. Jonathan Fader joins the show to talk about the psychology of sports, lessons about failing and what it means to be in "the zone."

More on Dr. Fader: https://jonathanfader.com/

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The Schein On podcast hits a milestone with the 50th episode. Evan looks back on memorable guests and then fields a few questions about hiw own life and career. Happy 50th!

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Known as "America's Joy Magnet", Shari Alyse is a 2x TEDx & Inspirational Keynote Speaker, TV Host, and bestselling author on a mission to spread joy. She is the best selling author of 'Love Yourself Happy.' Motivated by her own journey through childhood sexual abuse and other childhood traumas, Shari Alyse has spent her life learning how to love herself fully and completely.

The book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TYH8YH3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0

Shari's TEDx talk: https://youtu.be/rGb9gH_lRds

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Say hello to St. Louis Missouri's top divorce and family law attorney, Cary Mogerman. He is the president of the American Academy of Matrimonial Attorneys. He is not only an incredible and highly sought after divorce attorney, but a tremendous person who gives so much back to the profession, his community, the practice of family law and the next generation of family law attorneys.

More on Cary: https://carmodymacdonald.com/people/cary-j-mogerman/

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Evan is joined by Dr. Marisa Franco: speaker,professor, friendship expert and the author of the new book 'Platonic,' which just hit the bookshelves.Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593331893?tag=randohouseinc19538-20

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Villanova professors Erica Slotter and Patrick Markey join the show to talk about their book 'F*ck Divorce: A Science-Based Guide to Piecing Yourself Back Together after Your Life Implodes.'

Get the book at: https://www.amazon.com/Divorce-Science-Based-Yourself-Together-Implodes/dp/1510751602#:~:text=Using%20the%20latest%20scientific%20research,slug%2Dbreath%20ex%2Dspouse.

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LSU Law Professor Elizabeth Carter has written and spoken extensively on the topic of prenuptial agreements.

More on Dr. Carter: https://www.law.lsu.edu/directory/profiles/elizabeth-r-carter/

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Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary is an anxiety researcher and author, professor of psychology and neuroscience and the co-executive director of the Center for Health Technology at Hunter College. She's been featured throughout the media, including the New York Times,Wall Street Journal, ABC and CBS. Her book out this year is Future Tense: Why anxiety is good for you, even though it feels bad.

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Dr.  Robin Stern is the co-founder and associate director for the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. She is a senior consultant at Yale New Haven Hospital. A licensed psychoanalyst with over 30 years of experience, Dr. Stern is the author of the Gaslight Effect.

More on Dr. Stern at https://robinstern.com/

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Dr. Naomi Torres-Mackie is the head of research at the Mental Health Coalition and a clinical psychologist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. She's also an adjunct professor of psychology at Columbia University.More on Naomi at https://www.thementalhealthcoalition.org/

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Divorce guru Alicia Robertson is a renowned life coach and the author of a new book just out in March of this year, "Make Lemonade."

More on Alicia at: https://www.lemonadelife.ca/

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You might know Greg Behrendt from his appearances on Oprah, or late night TV with Conan O'Brien and David Letterman. Greg's book "He's Just Not That Into You," has sold over 4 million copies. 

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The guest is attorney and NFL sports agent Alexa Stabler, daughter of the late NFL great and hall of fame quarterback Ken Stabler. 

More on Alexa: https://www.stablersports.com/

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New York County Supreme Court Matrimonial Judge Matthew Cooper recently retired from the bench in December. 2021. He presided at the famous courthouse in lower Manhattan at 60 Center Street since 2009.  Judge Cooper has made a tremendous difference in the matrimonial community and the bar. And he has left a tremendous legacy. 

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Ellen Boeder is a psychotherapist, a couples therapist, and a relationship coach. She joins the show to give us a rare. Inside look into the couples therapy process; what really happens inside the sessions while working on a relationship and marriage. 

More on Ellen at https://ellenboeder.com/

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Dr. Randy Heller is a licensed therapist, mediator  and divorce facilitator. She runs The Family Network, a collaborative counseling center for positive growth and change. Dr. Heller's practice aims to combat the stigma that divorce has to always be a war --but instead can be a way to peacefully transition to the next stage of your life.Contact Dr. Heller at: thefamilynetwk@aol.com and https://familynetworkflorida.com/

Evan Schein is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com

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'Who Gets The Child?' is the question posed by author Sushma Subramanian, who joins the show to talk to Evan about her article featured in the Washington Post magazine earlier this year. Read the article: https://centerforhealthjournalism.org/fellowships/projects/who-gets-child

More on Sushma: http://www.sushmasubramanian.com/

Evan Schein is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com

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Dr. Galit Atlas's new book 'Emotional Inheritance' is a number one new release on Amazon. She is a psychoanalyst and therapist in New York City and the author of three books and numerous articles focusing on gender and sexuality.For Dr. Altas's book: https://www.amazon.com/Emotional-Inheritance-Therapist-Patients-Legacy/dp/0316492124

Evan Schein is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com

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Prof. Eli Finkel is a social psychologist and professor at Northwestern University with over 150 scientific papers published on relationship dynamics.Eli's an expert when it comes to all things marriage and love. He is the author of the book "The All or Nothing Marriage"More on Prof. Finkel at https://psychology.northwestern.edu/people/faculty/core/profiles/eli-finkel.html

Buy his book here: https://www.amazon.com/All-Nothing-Marriage-Best-Marriages/dp/052595516X

Evan Schein is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com

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Prof. Robert Thompson of Syracuse University is a media scholar and professor of television and popular culture at the highly acclaimed Newhouse School of Public Communications.

He has been referred to as the "pop culture ambassador" by the Associated Press. He has contributed to hundreds of radio and TV programs and publications worldwide. He has been interviewed by a wide range of media outlets and his areas of research include television history and pop culture, media criticism, and TV programming.

Professor Thompson is the author of several books and is the host of the podcast Critical and Curious.

More on the professor at: https://newhouse.syr.edu/people/robert-thompson

Find his podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/critical-and-curious/id1437887054

Evan Schein is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com

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Britt Frank is a psychotherapist, teacher, speaker and trauma specialist. She's a leading expert on understanding trauma and helping people move through it and heal. She's the author of the highly anticipated book, "The Science of Stuck," which is coming out in March of this year.To pre-order the book: www.scienceofstuck.com

Britt on IG: @brittfrank

Evan Schein is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com

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Nikki DeBartolo and Ben Heldfond are the architects of Our Happy Divorce, with the goal of empowering and inspiring people to think differently about divorce, co-parenting, step-parenting, and what it means to put kids first.

Learn more at https://ourhappydivorce.com/

Get The Book: Our Happy Divorce: How Ending Our Marriage Brought Us Closer Together

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Lara Bazelon is a law professor at the University of San Francisco School of Law, where she directs the Criminal & Juvenile Justice and Racial Justice Clinics and holds the Barnett Chair in Trial Advocacy. Before that, Lara worked as a deputy federal public defender and the director of a Los Angeles-based innocence project. Along the way, she got married, had two children, divorced, and worked to create a different kind of family.

More on Lara: www.larabazelon.com

On Twitter: @larabazelon

Her latest book, “Ambitious Like a Mother: Why Prioritizing Your Career Is Good for Your Kids” can be pre-ordered here: https://www.amazon.com/Ambitious-Like-Mother-Prioritizing-Career-ebook/dp/B09BN2TJ6L

Read her recent op-ed in the New York Times, “Divorce Can Be An Act of Radical Self-Love”: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/30/opinion/divorce-children.html

Evan Schein is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com

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Dr. Katharine Esty is a social psychologist, psychotherapist, and best-selling author. Her latest book is "Eightysomethings: A Practical Guide to Letting Go, Aging Well, and Finding Unexpected Happiness." She published an essay recently, "I’m 87, Triple Vaxxed and Living My Life Again" in the New York Times.

More on Katharine and her book at: https://www.katharineesty.com/

The NYT article: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/17/opinion/covid-retirement-older.html

Evan Schein is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com

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UCLA professor of sociology and statistics Jennie Brand joins the show to discuss the relationship between divorce and education -- and the impact of divorce on a child's educational success.

More on Prof. Brand at http://www.profjenniebrand.com/

Evan Schein is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com

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in 2005, Dr. Helen Fisher was asked by match.com to discover the biological foundation of personality. As a biological anthropologist and senior research fellow at the Kinsey Institute, she looks at the science behind dating relationships, marriage and the dating trends in the digital age, Dr.Fisher holds the title of chief science advisor for match.com. She's the author of six books and was chosen in 2015 by Business Insider as one of the 15 most amazing women in science. She regularly appears on national and international TV, radio and print.More on Dr. Fisher at https://helenfisher.com/

Evan Schein is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com

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Dr. Karey O'Hara is an assistant research professor in the psychology department at Arizona State University. She's a psychologist and the author of an important new study that focuses on the relationship between parental conflict and children's mental health.Evan Schein is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com

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Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan of My Divorce Solution join the show to discuss how they help take the mystery and mystique out of the money conversation for anyone going through the divorce process,

More on Karen and Catherine at https://mydivorcesolution.com/

Evan Schein is a partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com

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Catherine Sanderson is a professor at Amherst College and the Chair of Psychology. She's the author of several books, and her talks and work have been featured in numerous media outlets, including the Washington Post, The Boston Globe and USA Today. She also writes a weekly blog for Psychology Today. More on Catherine: https://www.amherst.edu/people/facstaff/casanderson

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Andrea Hipps is a certified divorce coach and the author of the best-selling book "The Best Worst Time of Your Life: Four Practices to Get You Through The Pain of Divorce." Andrea has been featured on NBC, ABC, Fox, and many other media outlets discussing how we can divorce better for the sake of ourselves and our families.

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Katherine Woodward Thomas is the author of the New York Times bestseller "Conscious Uncoupling: Five Steps to Living Happily Even After." She is a marriage and family therapist and a relationship expert. Katherine has been featured on the Today Show as well as the New York Times Magazine, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, the London Times, People Magazine and many other media outlets throughout the world.More on Katherine: https://katherinewoodwardthomas.com/

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Daphne de Marneffe is a psychologist and the author of "The Rough Patch: Marriage and the Art of Living Together." In her clinical practice she offers psychotherapy to couples and individuals.

Daphne teaches and lectures on marriage, couples therapy, adult development and parenthood. She's a contributing editor at Parents Magazine and her work has been featured in the New York Times; O the Oprah Magazine and on NPR.

More on Daphne and her books: http://www.daphnedemarneffe.com/

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Susan Groner is an author, parenting expert and the founder of The Parenting Mentor. She provide an ally for parents in their quest to raise confident and resilient children. She's the author of "Parenting with Sanity & Joy: 101 Simple Strategies." Susan has been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS. Fox and many more media outlets.

More on Susan at https://theparentingmentor.com/

Get Susan's book at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08DC1XX13/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i0

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Rachel Greenwald is one of the country's most successful matchmakers,  responsible for over 850 marriages in the past 20 years. She is the New York Times bestselling author of two dating books. Rachel has been featured in the media as a relationship expert, including on the Today Show, CNN, the New York times, Fortune magazine, NPR, and many other media outlets. Rachel, co-teaches a popular post divorce bootcamp retreat to help single people get back into the dating world. More on Rachel at https://rachelgreenwald.com/

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Wendy Sterling is a divorce coach, life transition specialist and the founder of The Divorce Rehab. She helps newly divorced men and women who are having trouble moving forward to find confidence, self-worth and freedom. She is also a speaker, a certified life coach and the host of the The Divorced Woman's Guide podcast. Find the show at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-divorced-womans-guide-podcast/id1508179548

More on Wendy: https://wendysterling.net/

Wendy on IG: @divorcerehabwithwendy

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Evan talks with Dr. Jann Blackstone, who specializes in co-parenting counseling, conflict resolution, anger management, child custody, divorce and step-family mediation. She's the founder of Bonus Families, a nonprofit organization. Jann is also the author of award-winning books.More on Jann at https://bonusfamilies.com/

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Evan is joined by Susan Guthrie, who is nationally recognized as one of the top family law and mediation attorneys in the country.
She has been helping individuals and families navigate separation and divorce for more than 30 years.

Find Susan at WWW.DIVORCEINABETTERWAY.COM.

Susan's video on Divorce Mediation - What is it and Why is it Better?
https://youtu.be/XsUIgHUXOyM

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Evan is joined by Broadway and television actress Jessica Phillips, who starred in the hit Broadway Show Dear Evan Hansen. Jessica shares thoughts on the day Broadway's lights went dark last yeart and what now lies ahead in the entertainment and performing arts industry.

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Evan talks to Wale Ogunleye about his path to the NFL, the importance of financial literacy and education, and the great work that Wale and his team at UBS are doing to talk to athletes about money and preparing them for life off the field.

More on Wale and his team at www.athletes-entertainers.com.

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Evan talks with leading sports law and business attorney Darren Heitner of Heitner legal. Darren is an attorney, author, and professor, and discusses the interplay between family law and sports.More on Darren: https://darrenheitner.com/

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Emma Johnson is a journalist author, speaker, and gender equality activists. She is the founder of wealthysinglemommy.com. The world's largest platform for single moms. She is the number one bestselling author of "The Kickass Single Mom."
Get Emma's book: https://www.amazon.com/Kickass-Single-Mom-Financially-Independent/dp/014313115X

Get Emma's white paper/survey findings here: https://www.wealthysinglemommy.com/wp-content/uploads/single_mom_income_time_FINAL.pdf

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Evan is joined by friend of the podcast, the "Divorce Doctor," clinical psychologist Dr. Elizabeth Cohen. Dr. Cohen has been featured on the Tamron Hall show, the WSJ, NBC News, The Huffington Post and The Daily Beast.Order Dr. Cohen's book. Light on the Other Side of Divorce, at https://www.amazon.com/Light-Other-Side-Divorce-Discovering/dp/1642505560

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Evan welcomes two seasoned professionals to the show to discuss how COVID changed the way business is conducted -- and how industry will recover.

CPA Glenn Liebman can be contacted at https://www.goklg.com/glenn-s-liebman/

Find more on Lawyer Peter Bryniczka at https://sgbfamilylaw.com/attorneys/peter-m-bryniczka/

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Meet Amy van Doran, founder of The Modern Love Club, the New York City-based matchmaking agency and  the go-to.matchmaker for helping people find love in New York.  She has been featured in New York Magazine, Glamour, Cosmo and the New York Post. More on Amy at https://www.modernloveclub.com/

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Evan talks with Dr. Chitra Raghavan, a psychologist in New York City specializing in domestic violence, sex trafficking, sexual harassment, and other abusive interactions and the traumatic outcomes. She's the deputy director of the forensic mental health counseling program and the coordinator for the victimology studies in forensic psychology at John Jay College. She has testified as an expert witness in high-profile criminal cases and also in Manhattan Family Court.  Dr. Raghavan is an author and has appeared on media outlets such as MSNBC.

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Evan chats with Stephanie Haney, an Emmy award winner, a lawyer and the digital anchor and legal analyst for WKYC-3 NBC Cleveland, and cohost of the podcast "Sassy and Uncalled For." She has her own show Sidebar with Stephanie. Throughout her career. Stephanie has had a front row seat to both covering and delivering the news, current events, entertainment, politics, and so much more.

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Evan talks with Dr. Elizabeth Cohen, a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience, specializing in cognitive behavioral treatment for adults, adolescents, and children. She is known as the 'Divorce Whisperer' and the 'Divorce Doctor,' as she has helped countless individuals all over navigate the complicated world of divorce. Dr. Cohen has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, NBC News, the New York Post, the Huffington Post and many other media outlets. Dr. Cohen has a book coming out in April of this year, titled 'The Light on the Other Side of Divorce.'

More info on Dr. Cohen at https://drelizabethcohen.com/

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Malcolm Lemmons is a professional athlete turned entrepreneur. He's the author of the newly released book Impact Beyond The Game: How athletes can build influence, monetize their brand and create a legacy. He's a contributor to the Huffington post and public speaker.After graduating from Niagra University, with a degree in business management, Malcolm went on to pursue a professional basketball career overseas, and now he helps athletes build their personal brands and prepare for life after sports. Evan talkls to Malcolm about sports and mental health, financial literacy, how an athlete can build a brand and the importance of protecting it.If Malcolm were asked by the commissioner of the NBA how to effectuate change on mental health, financial education and social change, what would he say? Find out in this great episode.Get Malcolm's book: https://www.amazon.com/Impact-Beyond-Game-Athletes-Influence/dp/1544507364#:~:text=Impact%20Beyond%20the%20Game%20explains,build%20and%20monetize%20your%20brand.&text=as%20an%20athlete.-,Now%2C%20he%20wants%20to%20help%20his%20fellow%20athletes%20develop%20their,while%20they're%20still%20playing.

More on Malcolm at https://malcolmlemmons.com/

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This week, attorney Evan Schein of Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein sits down with Dr. Phil Levy, a psychotherapist, couples therapist, management consultant, and author to talk about relationships, marriage, sports and politics. Schein and Dr. Phil talk about sports as a metaphor for life, and the importance of communication in marriage and in all relationships. They dissect the all-time great sports dynasties, analyze relationships in marriage and in sports, discuss the political landscape as we head into 2021 and what it takes to be a great leader, and what it was like for Dr. Phil to co-author a book with his wife. They breakdown the ESPN documentary The Last Dance and what it reveals about relationships, sports culture, and leadership. They also talk about how to fix the New York Knicks and how to stay out of the divorce attorney’s office.

Find Dr. Phil’s book at https://www.amazon.com/Resilient-Couple-Navigating-Together-Through/dp/1683481380

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Evan is joined by Nikki Bruno, creator of the Epic Comeback, which provides "a comeback path to people who have been sidelined by divorce, illness, or loss." More on Nikki at https://www.coachnikkibruno.com/

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In the premier episode of Schein On, Evan chats with Dr. Jeanne Safer, author of "I Love You, but I Hate Your Politics." Buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Hate-Your-Politics-Relationships/dp/1250200393The Working Man Podcast on Earl Thomas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7ggWN1bjS0