The Divorce Course Podcast

The Divorce Course Podcast

The Divorce Course Podcast is hosted by mother–daughter duo Laura Furiosi and family law specialist Lyn Galvin. Together, they break down the complex world of separation and divorce into clear, practical, and empowering conversations. From property settlements and parenting arrangements to dealing with difficult exes, finances, and family court, the podcast gives listeners the knowledge, tools, and confidence to navigate divorce without feeling lost or alone.

Episodes

December 3, 2025 52 mins

💡 Listen to this episode if...

  • You're preparing for mediation or trying to negotiate privately

  • What to learn the potential  do's and don'ts of negotiations in divorce

  • You feel like your ex is "sitting pretty" and not en...

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  • You're feeling emotionally overloaded

  • Everyone around you has an opinion and it's stressing you out

  • You're being pushed to make decisions faster than you're ready for

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  • You're in the middle of a separation and unsure what advice to follow

  • Friends, family, or Facebook have told you "what to do"

  • You've heard you can't leave the house without losing everything

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  • You've been offered child inclusive mediation and don't know what to expect

  • You're worried about how separation is affecting your child

  • You're in a high-conflict co-parenting situation or d...

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  • You're newly separated and trying to figure out parenting arrangements.

  • You don't have court orders yet and things are already getting tense.

  • Your ex is unreliable, manipulative, or emotionally u...

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  • You're divorcing  or separating from someone who owns or runs a business.

  • You're in a family business with your ex and things are getting murky.

  • You suspect your ex is hiding assets or undervalui...

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  • You constantly walk away from conversations with your ex feeling drained, confused, or second-guessing yourself.

  • Co-parenting feels more like a battleground than teamwork.

  • You suspect your ex mi...

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💔 You've left an abusive relationship but still feel stuck, numb, or confused.
🧠 You're trying to understand why you still feel controlled, scared, or exhausted.
💬 You want to know what healing actually looks like and how long it takes.
💪 You're ready to start finding yourself again after years of walking on eggshells.
🌸 You want to rebuild your confidence, identity, and hope for the ...

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💬 You've got mediation coming up and don't know where to start.
😰 You're feeling stressed or unprepared to face your ex about custody or property.
📑 You want to know what to bring and how to prepare your documents.
⚖️ You need tips for negotiating calmly and confidently.
🚩 You're dealing with a high-conflict or manipulative ex.
💸 You want to avoid costly mistakes and stay...

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🏠 Have been told divorce property settlements are always 50/50
🤔 Want to understand how contributions (financial and non-financial) are weighed
⚖️ Are trying to figure out how your future needs affect your share
💰 Suspect your ex has wasted or hidden money and want to know what that means
📝 Need to know whether you can work out percentages yourself or need a lawyer
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✨ Are in the middle of property and custody negotiations

⚖️ Have an ex who's threatened to push for more custody unless you agree to property terms

🏡 Want to understand how family courts consider housing and children's needs in property settlement

😟 Are worried about being pressured or manipulated during mediation

💡 Wa...

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🎧 Listen to This Episode If You… You're separated but can't afford to move out of the family home. You're afraid leaving means you'll lose your rights to the house. Your ex refuses to cooperate, acknowledge the separation, or leave. You're experiencing coercive control or financial abuse after separation.

 

Episode Summary Separation is hard enough — but what happens when you and your ex are still living under the same roof? For m...

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👩‍👧 You're in a custody dispute and want to show the court you're the primary carer

⚖️ You're unsure what "primary carer" really means under family law

📚 You need to know what kind of evidence proves you've been the day-to-day parent

😟 You're worried your ex is twisting the truth about who cares for the kids

📝 You want p...

Listen to This Episode If You…

💸 Can't afford a lawyer full-time but still need legal support
📑 Are drowning in legal letters or excessive disclosure requests from your ex
👶 Want to protect your kids while keeping costs manageable
⚖️ Are considering mediation but don't know when it's safe to go without a lawyer
🧾 Want to learn how to organise your documents to save money
😟 Are worried your ex is using legal ...

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💸 Suspect your ex has been wasting money during or after separation
⚖️ Want to understand what the new Family Law Act changes (June 2025) mean for add-backs
📑 Need to know how to prove wastage in court or mediation
🏡 Worry your savings could be treated unfairly if your ex has spent theirs
🧾 Want practical tips on disclosure, evidence, and how to talk to your lawyer

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Listen to This Episode If You:
🗣️ Have used ChatGPT or AI tools to write legal documents
📱 Are wondering if your chat history could be used in court
🧾 Need help drafting or planning divorce paperwork
🤯 Feel overwhelmed and are tempted to "just ask ChatGPT"
⚖️ Want to avoid serious legal mistakes caused by bad AI info
🧠 Are using AI to organize your thoughts, but unsure where the line is

 

More and mor...

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Listen to this Episode If You:
💔 Feel like the divorce process is dragging on and you're running on empty
⚖️ Need legal strategies to slow things down without giving up entirely
🛡️ Want practical ways to protect your emotional energy
👶 Are trying to stay strong for your children while navigating court or mediation
💬 Need a pep talk (with a legal twist) to help you keep going

If you've ever thought, "I ...

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🔍 Are heading into mediation and want to feel prepared, not panicked
⚖️ Want to make smart decisions about property and parenting outcomes
🧠 Have heard of BATNA but don't quite know what it means or how to use it
🚪 Are unsure what your "walk-away" option looks like in negotiations
💬 Feel pressured to agree to something that doesn't feel fair or safe
🧾 Want to understand your options ...

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 Listen to This Episode If You:
🧠 Are considering seeing a psychologist during your separation
😨 Worry your ex might access your private or your child's counseling records
📜 Want to understand the new Family Law Act changes around protected confidences
⚖️ Need clarity on subpoenas and how courts decide what's relevant
💔 Fear that private health or therapy records could be weaponized against you
👩‍👧‍👦 Want to pro...

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 Listen to This Episode If You…

📂 Just received your ex's disclosure and don't know where to start
🧐 Want to know how to spot missing documents or sneaky omissions
💻 Are overwhelmed by pages of financial statements and legal jargon
🔎 Need practical tips for reviewing their disclosure without burning out
⚖️ Want to understand what "full and frank disclosure" actually means
💔 Are worried your ex might b...

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