We Chat Divorce Podcast

We Chat Divorce Podcast

Divorce is emotional — but it’s also financial. We Chat Divorce helps you understand both. Join hosts Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan, co-founders of My Divorce Solution, for expert divorce insights, real stories, and proven financial strategies that turn fear into focus, focus into knowledge, and knowledge into power. Whether you’re just considering divorce, in the middle of it, or rebuilding after, you’ll learn how to protect your finances, make informed decisions, and move forward with clarity and confidence. The #1 podcast for financial divorce preparation, empowerment, and real talk about money, marriage, and moving on.

Episodes

Shove Your Shoulds: Bold Decision-Making After Divorce with Jessica Frew

October 29, 2025 • 33 mins
In this episode of We Chat Divorce, Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan sit down once again with the inspiring Jessica Frew—wife, ex-wife, mom, stepmom, podcast host, and now author of Shove Your Shoulds. Jessica shares how her unique journey through divorce, co-parenting, and remarriage has shaped her mission to help women step out of overthinking and into powerful decision-making. Jessica opens up about: Navigating divorce...
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Truth, Timing & Taxes: When Shortcuts Backfire in Divorce

October 22, 2025 • 22 mins
In this Divorce Explored episode of We Chat Divorce, MDS co-founders Catherine Shanahan, CDFA®, and Karen Chellew, Legal Liaison, reveal how common financial shortcuts can cost divorcing couples thousands—sometimes hundreds of thousands—of dollars. From so-called “honesty policies” that skip verification, to misclassifying home-sale proceeds as income, to cashing out retirement accounts too soon, Catherine and Karen unpack the real...
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The Truth About Divorce & Family Law: Why Communication, Costs, and Trust Matter Most, with Kirk Stange

October 15, 2025 • 45 mins
What really happens behind the scenes at a divorce law firm? In this eye-opening episode of We Chat Divorce, co-founders Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan sit down with Attorney Kirk Stange, Founding Partner of Stange Law Firm, to uncover the truth about how family law really works—from the attorney’s side of the table. Kirk has guided clients through divorce for more than 20 years, leading a firm with offices across 30 states....
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Gray Divorce After 50: Silent Divorce, Loud Truths & Finding Financial Clarity

October 8, 2025 • 16 mins
If you’re over 50 and quietly wondering whether to stay or go, you’re not alone. In this episode of We Chat Divorce: Divorce Explored, My Divorce Solution co-founders Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan, CDFA®, break down the real truths behind gray divorce—and why so many couples live in a silent divorce long before they ever make a decision. They share personal stories, client experiences, and the financial insights that can he...
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The Hidden Cost of Toxic Love: How Trauma Bonds Impact Divorce | with Dr. Nadine Macaluso

October 1, 2025 • 31 mins
🚨 The Hidden Cost of Toxic Love 🚨 Why is it so hard to leave someone who hurts you? And how do trauma bonds show up in divorce — emotionally and financially? In this episode of We Chat Divorce, hosts Catherine Shanahan, CDFA® and Karen Chellew, Legal Liaison, sit down with Dr. Nadine Macaluso — therapist, author of Run Like Hell, and survivor of one of the most infamous toxic marriages in modern history. Dr. Nadine was once mar...
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Real Estate Decisions in Divorce: What You Need to Know Before Buying

September 24, 2025 • 17 mins
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make — but what happens when that decision collides with divorce? In this episode of We Chat Divorce, co-founders Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan dive into the risks, timing, and financial implications of purchasing real estate during divorce. They share a real client story where a “protective clause” in a sales contract turned out to be anything but protecti...
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Pro Se Mediation and the Kids First Approach with Tina Keyes

September 17, 2025 • 43 mins
In this episode, Karen and Catherine talk with Tina Keyes, a Florida Supreme Court certified family mediator and divorce coach. Tina shares how her own family experiences led her to create a Kids First mediation model, designed to reduce conflict and keep the focus on families—not legal battles. We cover what pro se mediation really means, how to know if it’s the right fit, and why coming prepared—both financially and emotionally—...
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Divorce Explored: Blindsided by Divorce: Why Financial Clarity Should Be Your First Move

September 10, 2025 • 17 mins
In this powerful and timely episode, Karen and Catherine discuss what really happens when you’re blindsided by divorce—whether through infidelity, unexpected papers, or emotional betrayal—and why your first step should not be calling a lawyer, but gaining financial clarity. They break down the emotional chaos that can follow the shock of divorce and offer a different approach: one grounded in calm, informed decision-making. Drawin...
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Grief, Money, and Moving On: Taking Your Power Back in Divorce, with Virginia Gilbert

September 3, 2025 • 38 mins
Divorce isn’t just a legal or financial process—it’s an emotional one. In this powerful episode, Karen and Catherine are joined by Virginia Gilbert, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and author of Transcending High Conflict Divorce, to talk about a topic most people don’t expect to encounter during divorce: grief. Together, they explore: The emotional toll of divorce grief—even if you’re the one initiating it Why...
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Divorce Summer School - Episode 6: Real Life, Real Numbers, Real Divorce Case Studies

August 27, 2025 • 21 mins
We’re wrapping up Divorce Summer School with real-world examples from the divorce frontlines. In this episode, Karen and Catherine walk through true-to-life financial case studies to show how preparation, clarity, and the right support can completely transform the divorce experience. You’ll hear what went right, what went wrong, and what you can do differently—so you don’t become a cautionary tale. What You’ll Learn: Why “si...
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Divorce Summer School: E5: Expert Divorce Tips — What We Recommend (And What We Don’t!)

August 20, 2025 • 18 mins
This week in Divorce Summer School, we’re breaking down a popular article: “7 Things to Do ASAP When Your Spouse Wants a Divorce” from MSN & Money Talks News—and giving you the MDS-approved version. Karen and Catherine go tip-by-tip to explain what advice holds up, what you should reconsider, and what most people get wrong when panic sets in. If you’re unsure how to respond when divorce is suddenly on the table, this episode will ...
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Divorce Summer School | Episode 4: Who Can Help: How to Build Your Team of Divorce Professionals

August 13, 2025 • 19 mins
This week in Divorce Summer School, we’re answering one of the most overwhelming questions in the divorce process: Who should I hire? Karen and Catherine break down the roles of attorneys, mediators, CDFAs, coaches, therapists, and more—so you can confidently build the right team for your needs (not someone else’s). You’ll also learn how financial preparation helps every professional on your team do their best work—and saves you f...
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Divorce Summer School | Episode 3: From Secrets to Solutions: Financial Discovery Preparation

August 6, 2025 • 22 mins
This week in Divorce Summer School, we’re getting real about one of the most confusing—and expensive—parts of the divorce process: financial discovery. In this eye-opening episode, Karen and Catherine break down how the traditional legal discovery process can drain time, money, and energy—and how My Divorce Solution’s Financial Portrait™ helps you take control before things spiral. If you’ve ever asked, “Doesn’t my attorney alrea...
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Divorce Summer School | Episode 2: Dealing with Financial Abandonment in Divorce

July 30, 2025 • 18 mins
In Week 2 of Divorce Summer School, we’re bringing back one of our most talked-about episodes—an honest, eye-opening look at financial abandonment and what to do when you're cut off from money, access, or support during divorce. Karen and Catherine break down what financial abandonment actually looks like—not just from your spouse, but sometimes even from your own legal team. This episode is packed with tips to help you prepare, a...
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Divorce Summer School | Episode 1: Trusting Yourself to Make the Difficult Decision - Tonya Carter

July 23, 2025 • 36 mins
We’re kicking off Divorce Summer School with one of our most powerful and timely past episodes—now more relevant than ever. This conversation with marriage and relationship exit strategist, Tonya Carter dives deep into the emotional side of divorce: how to stop second-guessing, start trusting yourself, and build the confidence to take control of your financial future. If you're stuck in fear or self-doubt, this episode is your pe...
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Divorce, FAFSA & College Costs – How to Get It Right, with Vicki Vollweiler

July 16, 2025 • 26 mins
Paying for college is stressful—add divorce to the mix, and it gets even more complicated. In this episode, Karen sits down with college planning expert Vicki Vollweiler to unpack what divorcing parents need to know about the FAFSA process, financial aid, and protecting both your future and your child’s dreams. Vicki brings her unique expertise at the intersection of personal finance, college planning, and post-divorce parenting t...
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Gray Divorce: Safeguarding, retirement, business and legacy – with Kara Chrobak, Esq

July 9, 2025 • 41 mins
In this eye-opening episode of We Chat Divorce, we welcome Kara Chrobak, a Colorado-based family law attorney who brings deep insight into high-net-worth divorce, complex asset division, and marital agreements. Kara recently launched her own practice—Bespoke Law LLC—after over 15 years in big law. What we talk about with Kara: Why mediation sometimes feels more like pressure than resolution—and how to shift that narrative ...
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Divorce Explored: What to Know About Lump Sum Alimony Buyouts

July 2, 2025 • 26 mins
Should you take the lump sum or stick with monthly support payments? In this episode, Catherine and Karen unpack one of the most misunderstood yet consequential decisions in divorce: alimony buyouts. Together, they demystify how these lump sum payments are calculated, who truly benefits, and what hidden pitfalls can jeopardize your financial future. From passive income projections to payout timing and mortgage qualification hurdle...
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Burning money questions, why investing in financial clarity beats guesswork in divorce.

June 25, 2025 • 23 mins
Welcome to another behind-the-scenes episode of Divorce Explored, your unfiltered look at what really happens inside My Divorce Solution. In this episode, Catherine and Karen tackle the five most common — and misunderstood — money questions they hear from individuals considering or starting the divorce process. If you’ve ever wondered: "Can you just take a quick look at our agreement?" "Doesn’t my attorney already do th...
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Peace Over Power Struggles – Co-Parenting Through Chaos, with Dr. Tara Egan

June 18, 2025 • 42 mins
In this empowering and heartfelt episode, Catherine and Karen sit down with Dr. Tara Egan, founder of Egan Counseling & Consulting, to discuss the emotional and practical realities of co-parenting through divorce—especially in high-conflict situations. With over two decades of experience and her own personal journey through divorce, Dr. Egan shares real-world strategies that prioritize peace, protect children, and reduce costly leg...
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