{"podcast":{"title":"How Not To Suck At Divorce","slug":"how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361","podcast_index_feed_id":4488361,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce/","website_url":"https://hownottosuckatdivorce.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/1deacb71-9108-4db9-8b85-e0f998650d70/HNTSAD-june-cover-art-2026.png","author":"Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport","episode_count":244,"summary":"How Not to Suck at Divorce Action Steps That Save You Money. Humor That Saves Your Sanity. Honesty That Helps You Heal. Most people make expensive divorce mistakes before they even understand the process. Before you spend thousands learning those lessons the hard way, check out our Divorce Crash Course—a $150 program available for just $50. It walks you through exactly what to do before, during, and after divorce so you can protect your finances, avoid costly mistakes, and make smarter decisions from day one. 🎓 Learn more: https://www.hownottosuckatdivorce.com/divorce-crash-course Divorce is one of the hardest things you'll ever go through—but getting through it doesn't have to cost you your financial future, your peace of mind, or your sense of humor. Hosted by comedian-turned-marketing expert Andrea Rappaport and powerhouse family law attorney Morgan L. Stogsdill, How Not to Suck at Divorce helps you navigate life before, during, and after divorce with relatable conversations, practical legal insights, and honest discussions about the emotional side of starting over. Every episode is designed to help you avoid expensive mistakes, better understand the legal process, communicate…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-11T12:23:54.468709+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361"},"episode":{"title":"204. Unrealistic Divorce Expectations That Are Making Your Case More Stressful and Expensive","slug":"204-unrealistic-divorce-expectations-that-are-making-your-case-more-stressful-and-expensive","published_at":"2026-04-10T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361/204-unrealistic-divorce-expectations-that-are-making-your-case-more-stressful-and-expensive","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361","url":"https://hownottosuckatdivorce.com/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ff82c791-082a-4635-8477-7b9323837b60.mp3","summary":"Get the Divorce Crash Course You might not want to hear this… but you need to. If your divorce feels more stressful than it should, you might be part of the problem—and it likely comes down to unrealistic expectations. In this episode of How Not to Suck at Divorce , hosts Andrea Rappaport and Morgan Stogsdill break down the most common ways clients unintentionally make their divorce harder, more expensive, and more emotionally draining. From expecting your attorney to respond immediately… to assuming you’ll get full custody… to chasing a “forensic accountant fantasy”… this episode is your reality check. Because divorce is emotional—but the legal system is procedural. And when your expectations don’t match how the system actually works, it creates unnecessary stress, frustration, and costly mistakes. What You’ll Learn: Why expecting immediate responses from your attorney is setting you up for frustration What actually qualifies as a legal “emergency” (and what doesn’t) Why most people don’t need a forensic accountant (and when you actually do) The truth about full custody and how courts really make decisions Why divorce timelines are not in your control How unrealistic expectations increase your anxiety—and your legal bills Key Takeaway: Divorce isn’t just hard because of your ex. It’s hard because of the expectations you bring into it. When you shift your mindset and understand what you can—and can’t—control, the entire process becomes more manageable. Want more real, no-BS divorce advice? 👉 Get full episode breakdowns, strategy, and resources here: https://www.hownottosuckatdivorce.com/advice Our Family Wizard is another fantasitc resource for those who need help navigating the \"fun\" world of coparenting. 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