{"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":230,"summary":"Most people make expensive divorce mistakes before they even understand the process. Get expert divorce advice, practical divorce help, and cost-effective divorce strategies to avoid costly mistakes, reduce legal fees, and navigate divorce with clarity, confidence, and control. Most people spend thousands learning this the hard way. Don’t be one of them. The Divorce Crash Course (a $150 value, available for $50) shows you exactly how to prepare for divorce, avoid costly legal mistakes, and protect your finances before you even hire a lawyer. How Not to Suck at Divorce is the divorce podcast for people who want real answers, smart strategy, and emotional clarity during one of the most stressful times of life. This isn’t surface-level advice or generic legal talk. It’s honest, practical divorce guidance designed to help you make better decisions from the very beginning. Hosted by powerhouse family law attorney Morgan Stogsdill, head of family law at one of the largest firms in the country, and comedian-turned-marketing expert Andrea Rappaport, the show combines legal expertise with real-life experience. Together, they break down what actually matters in divorce and what too many peo…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-10T14:23:29.915222+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361"},"episode":{"title":"Divorce and The Biggest Mediation Mistakes to Avoid with Mediator and Former Judge Hon. Michele Lowrance","slug":"divorce-and-the-biggest-mediation-mistakes-to-avoid-with-mediator-and-former-judge-hon-michele-lowrance","published_at":"2026-06-12T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361/divorce-and-the-biggest-mediation-mistakes-to-avoid-with-mediator-and-former-judge-hon-michele-lowrance","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/52907d4b-c6da-4618-9514-a1a8b7cbfc01.mp3","summary":"Biggest Mediation Mistakes to Avoid: After decades on the bench, retired Judge Michele Lowrance has seen firsthand what truly destroys families during divorce—and it isn't always what you think. Don't miss out on the $50 Divorce Crash Course In this powerful episode of How Not to Suck at Divorce , Andrea Rappaport and Morgan L. Stogsdill sit down with the Honorable Michele Lowrance, retired domestic relations judge, nationally recognized mediator, author of The Good Karma Divorce , and one of the leading voices in family law and divorce mediation. Together, they explore why mediation is often a better path than litigation, what happens to families when conflict escalates into court battles, and how parents can protect their children while navigating one of life's most painful transitions. Judge Lowrance shares the science behind emotional decision-making, the impact of divorce conflict on children, why the right mediator can make or break your case, and how even high-conflict couples can find a path toward resolution. If you're preparing for mediation, considering litigation, or simply trying to make better decisions during your divorce, this episode is a must-listen. In This Episode, We Discuss: Why mediation is often a better alternative to courtroom litigation What happens to children when parents remain locked in conflict The emotional and neurological impact of divorce How fear, anger, and grief affect decision-making Why good people struggle during mediation The critical role of the mediator How to choose the right mediator for your divorce What to expect from the first mediation session Why high-conflict divorces can still benefit from mediation How to move from emotional reactions to thoughtful decisions The concept behind The Good Karma Divorce Key Takeaways ✔…","meta_description":"Biggest Mediation Mistakes to Avoid: After decades on the bench, retired Judge Michele Lowrance has seen firsthand what truly destroys families during div…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1993,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361/episodes/divorce-and-the-biggest-mediation-mistakes-to-avoid-with-mediator-and-former-judge-hon-michele-lowrance/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361/divorce-and-the-biggest-mediation-mistakes-to-avoid-with-mediator-and-former-judge-hon-michele-lowrance.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}