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In this compelling episode of "Modern Divorce," host Billie Tarascio delves into the captivating world of a long-running TLC reality show centered around Kody Brown and his four wives. While bigamy is unquestionably illegal, this polygamist family has somehow navigated the complexities of plural marriage from their home base in Arizona. 

Join Billie and Sarah Encarnacion, Modern Law's Marketing Manager, as they embark on a thought-provoking journey through the intricate web of personal and legal challenges facing this unique family.  Sarah admits she's been a longtime fan of this show, and she brings a host of questions from the Sister Wives Facebook group who want to know: "How is that even legal?"

Discover the surprising twists and "ah-ha" moments related to child support, marital finances, and property issues, both within and beyond the bounds of matrimony. As the relationships among family members begin to unravel, you'll find out the answers to  perplexing questions of who pays for what and who truly owns what in this enthralling exploration of modern relationships and their legal implications.

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What is custodial interference and how is this used to keep one parent away from another?

In this episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast Host Billie Tarascio, along with Modern Law contributor (and mom) Nancy Conrad, discuss in depth a unique custodial interference case from Arizona, where a teenage son, Blaze Thibaudeau, was abruptly taken out of state and into the wilderness by his mother.  The case was unusual because it involved a potential harm to the child due to the mother's belief in an impending apocalypse.

The father's lawyer successfully argued that the teen was in immediate and irreparable harm, leading to an arrest warrant and charges being filed. That allowed the FBI to step in and arrest the mother as she tried to enter Alaska through Canada.

This particular case is compared to two other outrageous custodial interference cases that Billie has worked on. For anyone concerned about their child's safety around the other parent, and worrying about whether their child will be "kidnapped" by family, this is a must-listen for what to do, when to do it, and how to make it happen.

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After a long-time marriage, how do you juggle the emotional needs of the kids after a divorce while rebuilding your life?

Joining Modern Divorce Podcast Host Billie Tarascio is Zach Dees, a business owner who found himself divorcing two years ago after running out of options to fix his marriage. In today's episode, Zach talks about how he navigates the muddy world of single dad dating, and the sometimes bewildering transition into single life when there's no playbook for doing it right.

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When a Maryland judge, who recognized the signs of domestic violence in a divorce proceding, ruled against a father, he had little idea that he would be shot to death in his driveway just hours later. Elsewhere, in Arizona, a judge asked for an armed guard to be present at all times in the divorce courtroom, yet the children of the marriage were still allowed to stay with dad without any oversight or conditions.

What's happening with domestic violence cases in the courtroom, and why are the grim statistics getting worse? In today's special episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast, host Bille Tarascio presents a sobering picture of domestic violence cases that's put everyone on edge.

If you're not sure if you're situation would be considered domestic violence, check out the Power Wheel for signs that you may need to take action to keep yourself safe.

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Divorce Coach Karen McMahon is back,  bringing receipts with real-world high conflict divorce strategies. 

In this episode, Karen and Modern Divorce Podcast host Billie Tarascio, who are both seasoned pros when it comes to handling divorce drama, dive deep into a topic that hits home for many parents: how to talk to your kids about divorce when things are blowing up.

Billie and Karen break down the whole "high-conflict vs. amicable divorce" thing. They stress that when the fireworks are exploding, you've got to handle the kid conversation differently. Karen drops some wisdom about keeping things calm, not pointing fingers, and assuring your kids that both Mom and Dad will always be there for them. She even shares a personal story about how things can go south fast when parents don't lay that solid foundation of support during a divorce.

This special podcast covers a number of ways to put out the flareups of divorce so, whether you're dealing with a high-conflict split or just curious, this podcast will leave you with some lasting insights and a sense of how to handle it all with a little more grace.

For more ideas on how to survive your high conflict divorce, sign up for the free Divorce Summit Nov. 13-17, 2023, at  jbddivorcesupport.com/summit2023

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Have you left a relationship with a coercive controller?

• Is your child going between your home and the home of the coercive controller? What can you do about it, and how can you manage it both personally and in the court?
• Is your child exhibiting fear? Look for the hidden signs manifested in sadness, anger, high-achieving, or dissociating.

These are some of the areas we talk about today in the Modern Divorce Podcast featuring Billie Tarascio and Dr. Christine Cocchiola, LCSW, DWS, a coercive control educator and social justice advocate. Dr. Cocchiola offers powerful advice and information about what to look for when it comes to domestic abuse and the harms inflicted onto both adult and child victims.

Herself a survivor, she’s had a successful career as a professor teaching social work for the last 20 years, she has been a social justice advocate since the age of 19, volunteering for a local domestic violence/sexual assault agency. Her expertise is in the areas of coercive control and the traumatic experiences of both adult and child victims, researching and developing training on these topics both nationally and internationally and supporting clients with her clinical expertise.

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In this episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast, host Billie Tarascio talks with an Arizona father of four, Ken Crockett, who talks about his long court battle to get regular - and fair - parenting time with his kids. Ken is a moderator who helps others navigating similar situations on the Modern Divorce Facebook Group.

Ken's ex moved out of town, making a 50-50 split impossible. Ken talks about what arrangements he made and how his uphill battle eventually led to the climactic win he was hoping for.

If you'd like to talk with Ken, jump into the Modern Divorce Facebook Group, where you'll be able to chat online with him and others who have gone through the arduous court system. You can also find him on LinkedIn here.

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Cinderella's wicked stepmom may have set the mold for the concept of bad step parents, but the reality is, once a mom and dad are divorced and repartnered with a new step parent, it's possible to work out the daily issues once everyone understands how to stay in their own lane. But do they?

In today's Modern Divorce Podcast, host Billie Tarascio joins her mom Nancy Conrad to discuss the daily push and pull of step parents after divorce, and to identify when to get help from an attorney when things get bad. It's all about YOUR questions that have come in on the Modern Divorce Facebook group, and on TikTok from frustrated moms and dads wondering how the heck to manage that step parent that they didn't choose, and maybe didn't want.

To jump in on the discussion, join the Modern Divorce Facebook group where you'll be able to share, cry, moan and ask any questions that have to do with your divorce, and we'll do our best to answer them!

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It's blended family month at the Modern Divorce Podcast, and host Billie Tarascio joins with two experienced parents who've got a system you can use to make your blended family life more successful - and sane.

It's hard enough raising a family under any circumstances, but blending a family can be an especially difficult process as you build relationships between step siblings and step parents. Dr James and Ginger Dellaripa of Scottsdale, Arizona, blended their family of 5 children as younger parents, and developed a set of tools through trial and error that turned into their Family Resource Planning System. They share many of the specifics on today's show  to keep you from feeling out of control, and keep your kiddos grounded and secure.

You can find The Family Core and check out its resources and videos here.

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Today's podcast gives you a peek behind the scenes at Modern Law with Client Advocate Kendra Stephanski, who is typically the first contact people speak with when they call Modern Law for help. 

In this episode, we hear about Kendra's work on the DEI Committee (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) where she explains why she believes in it and how she's driving the efforts to serve all varieties of cultural, racial, ethnic and gender influences.  Because Modern Law continues to grow and bring in new talent to help others with their family law issues, Kendra explains why she's intent on opening up avenues of outreach through DEI. 

This podcast is a must listen for anyone considering where to work in the world of family law.