{"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 Pro Tip: How to Get What You Want  (Without Losing Track in Negotiations)- Mini Episode","slug":"divorce-pro-tip-how-to-get-what-you-want-without-losing-track-in-negotiations-mini-episode","published_at":"2026-04-15T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-not-to-suck-at-divorce-4488361/divorce-pro-tip-how-to-get-what-you-want-without-losing-track-in-negotiations-mini-episode","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/349c21ac-d5ff-41f6-b641-4ed4d85c8953.mp3","summary":"Get the Divorce Crash Course and grab your Balance Sheet Template here! Struggling to get what you want in your divorce? You’re not alone—and the problem may not be what you’re asking for, but how you’re negotiating. In this mini episode of How Not to Suck at Divorce , Andrea Rappaport and Morgan Stogsdill break down one of the most common (and costly) mistakes people make during divorce negotiations—and how to fix it. Using a real-life example of “Chad and Brenda,” they explain why disorganized settlement proposals, scattered responses, and multiple documents can quickly derail progress, increase stress, and cost you time and money. You’ll learn how to stay aligned in negotiations, keep proposals clear, and use simple visual tools—like structured documents and balance sheets—to track progress and make smarter decisions. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How to negotiate effectively in divorce Why responding within the same proposal structure matters The biggest mistake people make in settlement negotiations How to avoid confusion and “losing track” during back-and-forth offers Why using one document or balance sheet can simplify the entire process How visual organization can reduce stress and improve outcomes KEY TAKEAWAY: Divorce negotiations aren’t just about what you ask for—they’re about how clearly and strategically you communicate. When everything is organized in one place, you make better decisions, avoid unnecessary conflict, and move the process forward more efficiently. RESOURCES: Want a simple way to organize your divorce finances and negotiations? 👉 Grab the Divorce Crash Course (includes a balance sheet template designed to help you stay clear and in control): https://www.hownottosuckatdivorce.com/divorce-crash-course FINAL THOUGHT: Divorce is a marathon, not a sprint.…","meta_description":"Get the Divorce Crash Course and grab your Balance Sheet Template here! Struggling to get what you want in your divorce? 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