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The Divorce Course Podcast — 250 episodes

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Is Your Ex Wasting the Property Pool? Here's What the Family Court Does Now

2

Coercive Control & Domestic Violence in Family Court: Should You Raise It or Stay Silent?

3

Divorce Money Mistakes: What Financial Planners Know That You Don't

4

Furniture in Divorce: Who Gets What & Costly Mistakes to Avoid

5

Health and Divorce: How Illness May Affect Property Settlement Percentage

6

Is Your Ex Watching You? Coercive control goes digital.

7

Refusing 50/50 Care? What to Do in Mediation When Your Child's Safety Comes First

8

The Parenting Order Loopholes Your Ex Might Exploit (And How to Close Them)

9

Can I Make My Ex Leave the House? 5 Strategies After Separation

10

When It's Not Just Conflict: How Coercive Control Shows Up in Divorce

11

When In-Laws Interfere in Your Divorce (What You Have to Respond To)

12

How Long Does Divorce or DeFacto Separation Really Take? Your Complete Process Walkthrough

13

Separated… but Stuck? The Chicken & Egg Problem Keeping You in Divorce Limbo

14

Take the Divorce Personality Quiz: & Learn Why Your Strategy MUST Match Your Ex's Behaviour

15

10 Things That Quietly Destroy Your Family Court Case (Sometimes before you've even gone to court)

16

Finding Hope Again: The Charity Giving Women a Voice during DV, Coercive Control & Divorce

17

Divorce, Renovations & the Family Home: What the Family Court Really Cares About

18

The 7 Phases of Divorcing a Narcissist (What No One Warns You About)

19

Are We De Facto? What It Could Mean for Property, Proof, Time Limits & Your Potential Rights in Australia

20

Dating During Divorce: What the Family Court Really Thinks About New Relationships

21

From Fear to Freedom: Creating a Safety Plan Before You Need One

22

Divorce Holiday Survival Guide: How to Communicate When It's Complicated

23

Smart Negotiation at Every Stage of Divorce: Do's, Don'ts & Power Moves

24

Divorce Overwhelm – 8 Ways to Stay Sane When Everything Feels Urgent

25

Family Law Myths: Don't Fall for These 5 During Separation

26

Child Inclusive Mediation: Risks, Realities, and Red Flags

27

Co-Parenting Without Court Orders: The Real Rules and Red Flags You Need to Know

28

Business Tricks in Divorce: 10 Sneaky Tactics to Watch Out For and Outsmart!

29

Is My Co-Parent a Narcissist? Warning Signs, Boundaries & How to Protect Your Kids

30

The Post-Divorce Glow-Up: Steps to Emotional Recovery after Abuse

31

Mediation Made Easier: 5 Things to Prepare So You Don't Freeze, Fold, or Fail

32

Percentages in Divorce Property Settlements Explained

33

The Hidden Connection: Custody Battles & Property Splits in Divorce

34

Stuck Under One Roof After Break Up or Divorce: What Are The Options?

35

Custody & the Primary Carer: How to Protect Yourself & Your Kids In FAMILY LAW

36

Affording a Family Lawyer Without Going Broke: Divorce Cost-Saving Tips

37

Divorce and Wastage: Protecting Your Property When Your Ex is spending it all

38

ChatGPT and Divorce: 4 AI Traps That Could Hurt Your Case

39

Divorce Survival: 5 Strategies to Keep Going When You Feel Like Giving Up

40

BATNA in Divorce: How to Negotiate Property and Parenting Like a Pro

41

Family Law & Privacy: Can Your Ex Access Your Therapy Notes?

42

"I've Got My Ex's Disclosure… Now What?" How to Spot Red Flags and Protect Yourself

43

Divorce and Defamation: What to Do When Your Ex Tries to Destroy Your Reputation

44

Can You Write to Your Ex's Lawyer? Family Law Tips for Self-Represented People

45

Is It Family Violence? Legal Definitions and Proof in Court

46

Living Arrangement Decisions For Divorce — What to Know Before You Buy, Sell or Rent

47

Divorcing an Abuser: Dealing with Post Separation Abuse

48

The Hidden Costs of Doing Nothing – Why Waiting in Limbo Might Be Hurting You

49

Family Law Mediation Secrets – What Your Mediator Wish You Understood

50

Super Split Myths: Why Equalising Isn't Always Fair in Divorce

51

Divorce Deals 101: What to Know Before You Make or Accept a Deal With Your Ex

52

What the 2025 Family Law Divorce Reforms Might Mean for You

53

Beyond 50/50: Creative & Legal Ways to Settle Property in Divorce in Australia

54

Child Custody In Divorce: The 10 Most Common Questions

55

What your Lawyer Might Forget to Tell You: Unlocking Funds Before Divorce PROPERTY SETTLEMENT is Final

56

Are You a Victim of FINANCIAL Abuse? Signs You Shouldn't Ignore & What the New Laws Might Mean for You

57

Divorce Myths That Could Cost You – Debunked!

58

Is Your Ex Hiding Assets? How to Uncover the Truth in Divorce Disclosure

59

Is It Emotional Abuse? How to Identify & Protect Yourself in Divorce

60

How Covert Narcissists Weaponise Divorce (And What You Can Do About It) Episode 186

61

Consent Order or BFA? & How to Make Sure Your Settlement Sticks

62

Child Support Battles: What They Don't Tell You & How to Fight Back

63

Parental Alienation False Allegations: How Abusers Use It to Maintain Control 183

64

Official Property or Parenting Orders. Do You Really Need Them?

65

Separation Survival: 9 Tips for Navigating Shared Living Arrangements

66

Divorce & Cars: Who Gets the Keys in the SHORT & LONG TERM?

67

Dealing with Narcissistic Lies in Divorce, Mediation & Family Court: 7 Survival Tips

68

Separated for the Holidays? How to Manage Legal and Emotional Challenges

69

Does Domestic Violence Impact Property Settlements? New Family Law Act Updates

70

Mediation or Manipulation: How to Handle Divorce Mediation When Settlement Isn't their Goal

71

Separation to Settlement: The Essential Steps from Start to Finish

72

Three Things I Wish I Knew Before Divorce + Free Webinar Invite

73

When Divorce isn't the End: Handling Legal & Post-Separation Abuse

74

Divorce Decisions: Settling vs Family Court

75

10 Essential Boundaries for a Healthier Divorce

76

Income, Expenses, and Savings During Divorce: What You Need to Know

77

What they don't tell you before divorce (but they should)!

78

Age-Appropriate Parenting Plans or Orders: What You Need to Know for Toddlers to Teens & In-between

79

Future Needs: The Hidden Factor in Divorce Property Settlements

80

Do You Really Need a Family Lawyer for Mediation? Pros and Cons Explained

81

Defending Against DARVO & Narcissists: 8 Tactics to Protect Yourself in Divorce & Family Court

82

Legal Gatekeeping: Is Your Lawyer Telling Your Full Story?

83

Divorce Dynamic: Balancing Power & Progress

84

Navigating your Divorce: The 5 tools you need to stay on course

85

The Hidden Value of Parenting Contributions in Property Settlement & Divorce

86

Telling Your Story: Putting your Coercive Control Experiences in Writing

87

Handover Hell: How to Make Child Custody Exchanges Easier

88

Choosing A Family Lawyer for your Divorce, Custody or Property Matter: Top 10 Questions To Ask When

89

Sorting Through the Chaos: Dealing with Your Ex's Belongings During Divorce

90

Making Big Decisions When You and Your Co-Parent Disagree: Parental Responsibility & Family Law Essentials

91

Empowering Your Divorce Journey: Five Essential Steps to Take Control

92

What To Do In The Witness Box: Moving from fear to confidence for a Family Law Court Trial

93

Understanding Post-Separation Abuse: Insights from the Purple Book

94

Navigating the Mortgage Minefield in Divorce or De Facto Separation in Australia

95

Court Support Bridging the Gap Between Layman and Lawyer: Family Court Updates and Course Updates

96

Smart Divorce Moves: Five Cost-Saving Tasks You Can Handle

97

Tackling Toxicity: Using the JADE Method to Navigate Divorce & Co-Parenting amidst Post-Separation Abuse, Coercive Control, or Narcissistic Traits

98

Navigating Legal Aid & Community Legal Services: Your Lifeline for Divorce and Family Violence Matters

99

Overcoming Disclosure Dilemmas: Your Path to Divorce Victory

100

Busting Divorce Myths: The Role of Salary in Property Settlement & Child Support

101

The Pitfalls of Premature PERCENTAGE NEGOTIATIONS in Divorce Property Settlement

102

The Recent Reforms in Australian Family Law: An Overview

103

A Guide to Reporting Domestic Violence & Coercive Control: What Happens at a Police Station?

104

Just Ask: The Pep Talk You Didn't Know You Needed for Navigating Divorce Legal Proceedings & Family Court

105

Navigating Parental Trash Talk During Divorce

106

Decoding Divorce Word Salad Legal Letters: 7 Step Methodical Approach

107

The Narcissist's Chess Board: Understanding THE DIVORCE "SLAY" Strategy

108

Splitting Silver Hairs: A Guide to Grey Divorce in Australia

109

Weapons of Tax Destruction in Divorce

110

Stand Strong: Strategies for Overcoming Bullying in Divorce

111

The Real Deal With Mediation: Dispelling 5 Common Misconceptions

112

Safeguarding Against Unfair Accusations in Custody Battles

113

Mind Over Manipulation: Divorcing a Narcissist

114

Property Settlement: What Is Fair? An overview of section 75 of the Australian Family Law Act

115

Overcoming The Sleep Struggle During Divorce

116

What Happens In Property Settlement During Divorce?

117

From "No No No" to "Ho Ho Ho" in spite of your divorce this Christmas

118

When Coercive Control Continues After Separation or Divorce Part 2

119

When Coercive Control Continues After Your Separation or Divorce

120

What about SUPERANNUATION in your divorce or de facto separation?

121

Beyond the Split: Understanding Separation Dates and Cohabitation with your Ex in Divorce

122

When your mediation goes wrong and what to do next in your divorce, custody or property negotiations

123

Gold Diggers in Divorce: Strategies to protect your assets from a non contributing ex.

124

​​Parenting Plan Solutions for Military Defence Force, FIFO, and Night Roster Challenges

125

Legal and Emotional Wellness in Divorce: 9 Expert Tips to Guide You

126

How to avoid going to family court: during your property, children's matters or divorce settlement

127

BONUS EPISODE: NEW UPDATES IN THE FAMILY COURT FOR THE DIVORCE SETTLEMENT PROCESS AND NEW UPDATES IN OUR BLUEPRINT

128

Balancing the Unbalanced: Navigating Divorce When the Scales Seem Tilted: 9 Scenarios

129

Divorce Budgeting 101: Understanding Legal Fees & Six Simple Saving Strategies

130

Your Top 7 Property Settlement Concerns During Divorce: How to Address Them

131

Three ways to choose and use your family lawyer (that you probably haven't heard of for your divorce.)

132

Deadlocks in Divorce: Strategies for Non-Disclosure, Valuation Fights, and Stonewalling

133

Decoding the Family Court's Perspective on 'Best Interests of the Children' in Custody Cases.

134

Key Legal Considerations to Remember as Your World Turns Upside Down During Divorce

135

Why your narcissistic ex might want a parenting coordinator and what you can do about it.

136

Who keeps the Inheritance, Injury Payouts & Redundancies in Divorce? Your General Guide to Lump Sums in Property Settlement.

137

Financial Fairness During Divorce: A How to Guide for Spousal Maintenance & Child Support

138

Creative Ways to Keep your House in Divorce: out of the box thinking for your property settlement.

139

Master Your Divorce Negotiations: The Iron Fist Within the Velvet Glove Technique

140

What Is Mediation & Am I Ready For It? Navigating mediation during your divorce or de facto separation.

141

Debunking Divorce Myths and Your Essential First Steps

142

Help! My ex is spending all the money and I'm worried there won't be enough left for me at property settlement. Safeguarding your property pool during your divorce.

143

Top Ten Practical Tips to Delight Your Divorce Lawyer and Slash Legal Expenses

144

The Post Separation Abuse Playbook and what you can do about it. Part 2

145

The Post Separation Abuse Playbook and what you can do about it. Part 1

146

Untangling the Value: How to Navigate Valuations in Divorce & De Facto Separation Property Settlements

147

I really really want to keep the house: general legal tips on how to achieve this goal whilst going through property settlement, divorce and de facto separation.

148

Consent Orders: it's not rocket science. Explore the what, when, why, how of property and parenting consent orders after divorce so you know what's what.

149

Can you really mediate with a narcissist? Mediation and negotiation tips for divorcing an ex with narcissistic behaviours.

150

Delay Tactics in Divorce: How to counter them & How it can affect your Property, Children's & Domestic Violence matters.

151

DIVORCE ON A BUDGET: How to negotiate, mediate and go to court on a shoestring

152

A simple way to protect your children from being used as chess pieces in your divorce or de facto separation

153

Disclosure: the what, why, when & how of disclosure for divorce or de facto separation.

154

Surprising issues that are irrelevant in divorce & separation proceedings. So you can focus all your efforts on the things that your mediator, divorce lawyer or judge will actually care about.

155

Do I really need to respond to that?! When co parenting communication becomes tricky during divorce proceedings.

156

Untangling your finances: your property settlement for divorce or separation explained.

157

The importance of record keeping during divorce & separation: the what, why, when and how to help yourself in mediation, family court or even just in negotiation.

158

Four things you might not realise are coercive control and the questions to ask yourself to see if it might be happening to you.

159

5 Ways To Avoid An Expensive Divorce or Separation. Exploring the ways legal fees become unnecessarily higher and how to stop it.

160

4 Roadblocks that may be stopping you from getting the best outcome in your property or custody case & what you can do about it

161

10 things that could happen legally and emotionally after mediation (in the family court or privatley)

162

The steps to take before going to Family Court - FCFCOA Pre-Action Procedures overview

163

Family & Domestic Violence and how it impacts on your case in The Family Court

164

What you need to know about your child's school and your divorce proceedings or custody battle.

165

Divorce & Disability: How the Family Court considers children with a disability and how it considers property and custody matters.

166

Child Support: answering the questions you are too afraid to ask.

167

Co parenting and Family Court with a Narcissist

168

Selling your house during divorce or property settlement: the process, the pitfalls and solutions.

169

Co Parenting & Legally Navigating the School Holidays with the Four Divorce Personality Types

170

How To Use The Grey Rock Method in Divorce & Family Law Proceedings with a narcissistic ex

171

What you might be doing that you don't yet realize may have significant ramifications to your property, parenting or domestic violence matters.

172

Travelling or Moving Internationally or Domestically? What to consider including in your parenting orders or family law agreement to make it work for you and your family.

173

An Overview of the Legal Process for Divorce: from start to finish and everything in between for property settlement and parenting matters.

174

Drug & Alcohol Abuse - How Coparenting Arrangements can accomodate this problem and the Family Court views.

175

Top 5 Mistakes To Avoid Making During Your Divorce Proceedings

176

Five Proven Steps you can take to to finally get that agreement for property settlement or parenting consent orders

177

Divorce Dirty Money Deeds

178

What happens if you just let your divorce and property settlement drift: 4 steps to getting it moving again

179

Child Abuse, Family Violence or Risk and the notice you need to fill in for the Family Court.

180

Mental Health Matters in Divorce & Family Law

181

Bombarded with legal letters? Try these 5 top tips to deal with the crazy.

182

The best thing you can do to help your divorce journey whether you are in court or not.

183

Costs, Family Court and Calderbank Offers

184

When your ex files in family court and you have to respond: Response to initiating application

185

When an Amicable Divorce goes wrong and what you can do about it in your Property Settlement & Parenting Agreement

186

Independent children's lawyer or ICL: the myths, the facts and everything you need to know for your family law court case

187

The best pieces of legal advice to hear during your property settlement, parenting or divorce

188

Is your ex lying in the family court? The "he said, she said" saga during your divorce. What to do when your ex lies in their family court material. What to do and how to prove it wrong and correct the record.

189

FDR, Conciliation Conference & Mediation: the what, how, when, who, why of your family dispute resolution

190

Coercive Control: how you can help yourself or a friend & what you need to know about the legal changes coming

191

DIVORCE Q & A Ask an Expert

192

Co-parenting: How to successfully do it even with a high conflict, narcissistic controlling or avoidant ex partner.

193

How to protect your assets during and after divorce : what you need to know about prenups, defacto rules and more

194

How to divorce a statue: 7 tips to divorce an avoidant ex even if they stonewall you or disappear.

195

Your Future Needs and how it affects your divorce and property settlement Part 3: Sorting your property settlement in divorce

196

Choosing a Family Lawyer & the Red Flags not to ignore

197

Post Separation Abuse and what you can do about it.

198

Sorting your property settlement in divorce: Part 2 Non financial & financial contributions during & after marriage.

199

What to expect on the day of your family court trial: divorce, parenting orders settlement or property settlement

200

5 legal tips to help limit the freak out moments during your divorce proceedings

201

Pets & Divorce

202

DIVORCE Q & A - Ask an Expert

203

Sorting your property settlement in divorce: Financial Contributions before cohabitation and how it affects your property settlement

204

DIVORCE Q & A - Ask an Expert

205

DIY Divorce Disclosure and Discovery, for property settlement & child support

206

Divorce Q & A Ask An Expert Bonus 6

207

Stalkers gonna stalk - How to deal with coercive control, tracking & harassment during divorce.

208

Divorce Q & A ask an expert

209

Divorce, Debt & How To Avoid STD's Sexually Transmitted Debt

210

Separated under one roof: the do's and don'ts in divorce

211

Christmas, Custody and Co-Parenting

212

Divorce Q & A ask an expert

213

Your Business and Divorce and How it factors into your property settlement

214

Co-parenting and family law through the schooling years

215

Divorce Q & A Ask an Expert

216

The Narcissist Playbook in Divorce

217

Divorce Q & A Ask an Expert

218

Spousal Maintenance - are you eligible?

219

Divorce Q & A Ask An Expert

220

Your last resort before going to family court

221

DIY Divorce Blueprint - How to save yourself thousands in your divorce journey.

222

Getting in control when your divorce is spinning out of control: 6 practical tips

223

Child custody myths and facts: Can you lose your kids in family court?

224

Divorce, Property Settlement , Court and Family Law frequently asked questions.

225

Can't afford a lawyer? Seven top tips to follow for children's or property settlement in the family law court

226

Divorcing a narcissist: what to expect in the family law process and courts and how to prepare.

227

The court conveyer belt: for family law, divorce, property settlement and children matters

228

Creating your own parenting orders or parenting plans with the 12 agreements

229

Convincing the unconvincible in divorce negotiations for family law

230

What is a subpoena and how to apply for one

231

How to survive financially after separation?

232

How to do your own divorce

233

How to write your own family law legal letter?

234

What to do if your ex wont let you see the children

235

Court Etiquette: What to say and do if self representing in the Family Law Court

236

Coercive Control in Divorce and after Separation

237

Child Support in Australia

238

Parental Alienation - What it is and what can you legally do to fix it.

239

Domestic Violence and Family Violence Part 2

240

Taking control of your finances & red flags of financial abuse with guest Pedro Marin

241

Parenting orders and plans after divorce

242

Affidavits for Divorce Settlements in the Family Law Court

243

Six simple ways to cut costs in your Divorce

244

Family reports in your divorce

245

Domestic Violence and how to get out of it Part 1

246

Divorce Mediation: what to expect & how to prepare.

247

How to negotiate an agreement after divorce.

248

Moving out once you've decided to divorce.

249

Divorce: What to do before you leave

250

Divorce: Identify your type of separation