Uncoupled & Unfiltered

You came into this divorce ready to fight, win, and make sure he didn't walk away with anything he didn't deserve. But somewhere between the attorneys, arguments, and back-and-forth, the fighting stopped being a strategy and became the whole divorce.

In this episode of Uncoupled and Unfiltered, I sit down with Cherie Morris — attorney turned divorce coach and founder of Dear Divorce Coach — to unpack how smart women can become their own worst enemy in divorce. We talk about money, high-conflict splits, co-parenting, what judges actually see, and whether two people who went to war can ever truly be friends on the other side. Raw, real, and zero fluff.

Key Topics Covered:

• How people in divorce get in their own way — and why the most self-destructive moves feel completely justified in the moment
• What actually makes a divorce turn ugly, and how to recognize when you're the one feeding the fire
• Nesting — what it is, why some couples try it, and the real emotional and logistical cost of staying under the same roof while your marriage ends
• Co-parenting in high-conflict situations — when collaboration isn't realistic and what "trump power" actually looks like and when to use it
• What judges really see when a high-conflict case walks into their courtroom — and how that perception can work for or against you
• Whether high-conflict couples can actually be friends after divorce — and what that question is really asking
• The single most important skill anyone going through a high-conflict divorce needs to develop
• The difference between a therapist and a divorce coach — and why getting that wrong can cost you more than money

“This comes down to the boundaries that we set, and we get to set the boundaries. It's all about what we allow, not what someone else does.” - Cherie Morris

Professionals Peer Group: https://betweensessions.circle.so/about-between-sessions 

Connect with Cherie Morris:

Website:  www.DearDivorceCoach.com

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@deardivorcecoach 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deardivorcecoach/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/DearDivorceCoach/?_rdc=1&_rdr# 

About Our Guest: Cherie Morris

Cherie Morris is an attorney turned divorce coach and the founder of Dear Divorce Coach. Having sat on every side of the divorce table — as a lawyer, as a coach, and personally — she brings a rare, full-picture perspective to one of life's most disorienting experiences. Cherie works with people who are ready to stop letting the process destroy them and start making decisions that actually serve their future. Her approach is direct, grounded, and built on one core belief: there is a smarter way through this.

This Episode Is For You If:

• You're deep in a high-conflict divorce, and the fight has taken on a life of its own — you're exhausted but don't know how to stop
• You're co-parenting with someone who doesn't play fair, and you need to know when to hold the line and how
• You're heading into court, and you have no idea how a judge is actually going to read your situation
• You've been in therapy for months, and something still feels missing — like you need someone in your corner who understands the strategic side, not just the emotional one
• You want to come out of this with your sanity, your finances, and your future intact — not just a verdict

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/ 

Website: https://www.highconflictplaybook.com/  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/ 

Substack: https://substack.com/@thriveagaindc 

Email: [email protected] 

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In this episode, I’m joined by Livi North, founder of Unfuck Your Coparenting, who helps parents navigate high-conflict co-parenting, parallel parenting, post-separation control, and the emotional challenges that follow divorce.

We dive into what it takes to co-parent with someone whose anger toward their ex affects their ability to prioritize their children. We explore parallel parenting, how counter-parenting develops in high-conflict dynamics, and how to protect your emotional well-being while staying grounded for your children. We also discuss why the justice system can sometimes seem to protect a$$holes over the victims.

Finally, we tackle one of the biggest questions parents ask after a high-conflict separation: Does it ever actually end?

Key Topics Covered:

• Co-parenting with someone whose anger toward their ex affects their children.
• Understanding counter-parenting and high-conflict dynamics after separation or divorce.
• Co-parenting vs. parallel parenting, and what parallel parenting looks like in real life.
• Supporting children who feel caught in the middle or affected by parental alienation.
• How childhood experiences can shape high-conflict relationships and parenting patterns.
• Whether children learn and use high-conflict patterns to influence outcomes.
• Teaching children healthy self-advocacy in challenging parent dynamics.
• Understanding parental estrangement and preventing long-term relationship breakdowns.
• Whether high-conflict co-parenting ever truly ends, and how emotional conflict can continue after the legal process.

“You can’t co-parent with somebody who hates you more than they love their children.” - Livi North

Connect with Livi North:

Website:  unfuckyourcoparenting.com 

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@UNFUCKYourCoparenting 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unfuckyourcoparenting/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unfuckyourcoparenting 

About Our Guest: Livi North

Livi North is the founder of Unfuck Your Coparenting, where she helps parents navigate high-conflict co-parenting, parallel parenting, post-separation control, and the legal and emotional challenges that can follow divorce. Drawing from personal experience and her work supporting parents in difficult co-parenting dynamics, Livi focuses on practical strategies to help people stop reacting, protect their peace, and parent with clarity instead of fear.

This Episode Is For You If:

• You’re co-parenting with someone who turns every interaction into conflict and want to protect your peace while staying present for your children.
• You’re navigating a high-conflict separation or divorce and want to understand co-parenting, parallel parenting, and unhealthy power struggles.
• You feel your children are being pulled into adult conflicts and want to support them without escalating the situation.
• You’re questioning how your childhood experiences and relationship patterns may influence how you handle conflict, boundaries, and parenting today.
• You’re exhausted from trying to “fix” a high-conflict dynamic and want honest guidance on what you can control, what you can’t, and how to move forward.

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/ 

Website: https://www.highconflictplaybook.com/  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/ 

Substack: https://substack.com/@thriveagaindc 

Email: [email protected] 

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On today’s episode of *Uncoupled & Unfiltered*, we’re cutting through the noise and getting real about navigating divorce, from considering it to dealing with the aftermath.

We’re joined by Cary Jacobson, founder and managing partner of Jacobson Family Law. After nearly a decade handling family law litigation, from custody battles and divorce to child support and post-divorce enforcement, Cary saw firsthand how litigation can tear families apart. She ultimately stepped away from the courtroom to focus on helping families stay out of it.

In this episode, we explore what collaborative divorce really means, when mediation can help or backfire, and how to determine which path may make the most sense for your situation.

Key Topics Covered:

• What a seasoned divorce attorney wants you to know about the court system and why avoiding litigation can often lead to better outcomes.
• When mediation can be a powerful lifeline and when it can become a trap.
• How to recognize when mediation isn’t the right fit.
• What collaborative divorce looks like and how it differs from traditional divorce.
• How collaborative divorce can work even in high-conflict situations.
• What “good faith” means in mediation versus litigation.
• Common mistakes in mediation and collaborative divorce and how to avoid them.
• A real-life case showing why staying out of court can make all the difference.

“My rule of thumb is, even if they can agree on one thing- even if it's narrowing the issues- they are having a successful mediation because that in and of itself is going to reduce the emotional strain; it's going to reduce their costs.” - Cary Jacobson

About Our Guest: Cary Jacobson

Cary Jacobson, Esquire, is the founder and managing partner of Jacobson Family Law. With nearly a decade of experience practicing family law, she has represented clients in matters including separation, divorce, custody, child support, and post-divorce enforcement. Through her litigation experience, Cary saw how family conflict can be damaging to both parents and children, leading her to focus on alternative dispute resolution. As a certified mediator and collaborative divorce attorney, she helps clients navigate mediation, collaborative divorce, and separation agreements to resolve family disputes without court intervention and keep unnecessary drama out of the divorce process.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Anyone thinking about divorce and trying to understand their options before making a move
• Those currently in the middle of a divorce who want to avoid unnecessary conflict, cost, and court battles
• People considering mediation or collaborative divorce—but unsure which path is right for them
• Individuals dealing with high-conflict dynamics who still want a resolution outside of court
• Anyone post-divorce facing ongoing issues and looking for healthier, more effective ways to move forward

Connect with Cary Jacobson:

Website:  https://jacobsonfamilylaw.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacobsonfamilylaw/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryjacobson 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1vZ9kkhd4LPpB1yEqK7U9w 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacobsonfamilylaw/ 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jacobsonfamilylaw/ 

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/ 

Website: https://www.highconflictplaybook.com/  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/ 

Substack: https://substack.com/@thriveagaindc 

Email: [email protected] 

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On today’s episode of Uncoupled & Unfiltered, we’re talking about the support people in high-conflict divorces actually need.

We’re joined by Beth Slate, founder and CEO of Insight Divorce Solutions, a Certified Divorce Coach and Mediator with more than 40 years of business consulting experience and two decades working with law firms. She’s also supported families as a domestic violence advocate, CASA, and guardian ad litem.

Having navigated her own high-conflict divorce, Beth brings a unique perspective to the process. We discuss the role of divorce coaches, how to choose the right one, red flags to watch for, and why your attorney shouldn’t have to carry the entire emotional weight of your divorce.

Key Topics Covered:

• The many ways to approach divorce, including newer alternatives that can be far less destructive than litigation, even in high-conflict situations.
• Why the current divorce industry is fundamentally broken and how that impacts families going through the process.
• What Insight Divorce Solutions is, and how its approach is challenging and reshaping the traditional divorce model.
• The proper role of attorneys in divorce and why expecting them to handle emotional, strategic, and communication issues outside their expertise can create even more problems.
• Why a great divorce coach can act like the “quarterback” of your divorce team and why choosing the right one matters.
• Major red flags to watch for when hiring a divorce coach, plus how to recognize someone who is truly qualified to support you.
• The one critical decision you need to make once you’ve decided to file for divorce and how it can shape everything that follows.
• How your body communicates stress, fear, and truth during divorce and why learning to listen to it instead of overriding it can change the way you navigate the process.

“Your body's your truth teller. So when you're looking for somebody to work with, even just in life in general, pay attention to your body.” - Beth Slate

About Our Guest: Beth Slate

Beth Slate is the founder and CEO of Insight Divorce Solutions and a Certified Divorce Coach, Certified Mediator, and Certified Change Management Practitioner. With over 40 years as a business consultant and two decades partnering with hundreds of law firms, she brings a rare combination of strategic expertise and deep human compassion to the divorce process. Beth's approach is shaped by her own experience navigating a high-conflict divorce, as well as years of community service as a domestic violence advocate, CASA for foster children, and guardian ad litem in high-conflict custody cases.

This Episode Is For:

• Anyone navigating a high-conflict divorce and looking for healthier alternatives to courtroom warfare
• People who feel overwhelmed by the divorce process and unsure what kind of support they actually need
• Those considering working with a divorce coach and wanting to know how to choose the right one
• Individuals relying heavily on their attorney for emotional support and needing clarity on what attorneys can and cannot realistically provide
• Anyone who wants to approach divorce more strategically, intentionally, and with less damage to themselves and their family

Connect with Beth Slate:

Website: www.coachingthroughdivorce.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachingthroughdivorce/ 

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/ 

Website: https://www.highconflictplaybook.com/  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/ 

Substack: https://substack.com/@thriveagaindc 

Email: [email protected] 

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On today's episode, I am joined by Marlene Shiner — a divorce coach with a PhD in Law from Cornell University and three decades of family law experience.

Marlene didn't stumble into coaching because law got hard. She left a career most attorneys spend their whole lives building because she saw what the fight was costing families. That decision — and everything thirty years in a courtroom taught her — is exactly what makes this conversation different.

We are getting into what divorce coaches actually do, how they work alongside your attorney, and what they can do for you that your lawyer simply cannot. And we're hearing it straight from someone who spent thirty years on the other side of that table.

Key Topics Covered:

• What divorce coaches actually do that attorneys can't — and why the difference matters more than most people realize
• Why a litigator with thirty years in the courtroom would walk away to become a coach, and what that career taught her about what people actually need
• Why the family law system automatically creates conflict the moment you start litigating — and what that means for your case
• Why some attorneys don't want a divorce coach on the team — and what that tells you about them
• How judges actually hear cases and make rulings — the reality versus what your attorney is telling you
• The coach's role in helping clients make healthier decisions, stop catastrophizing, and show up to negotiations more effectively
• Why women tend to settle for less than they deserve — and how a divorce coach changes that outcome

“It's not the divorce that causes the problem; it's how you divorce.” - Marlene Shiner

About Our Guest: Marlene Shiner

Marlene Shiner holds a J.D. from Osgoode Hall Law School and a J.S.D. from Cornell Law School.  Dr. Shiner is a zealous advocate in litigation and a calm, dedicated third-party neutral in mediation. She operates a boutique family law firm in Toronto, handling high-conflict, complex divorce cases.

Dr. Shiner specializes in all facets of family law, including child custody and visitation, child support and spousal support, same-sex marriage and cohabitation, property division including pensions, inheritances and the matrimonial home, domestic contracts, adoption and grandparents' rights. 

Dr. Shiner has been in practice for over thirty years and is proficient in resolving family disputes both in and out of court.

Who This Episode Is For:

• You are in the middle of a divorce, and your attorney is handling the legal side, but nobody is handling you
• You are paying litigation costs that are bleeding you dry and wondering if there is another way
• You have never heard of divorce coaching and don't know if it's real or just another thing someone is trying to sell you
• You are trying to understand the difference between having a lawyer and having a strategist in your corner
• You want to hear from someone who was inside the legal system for thirty years and chose to walk away from it — and why

Connect with Marlene Shiner:

Website: www.marleneshinerlaw.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marleneshiner_/ 

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/ 

Website: https://www.highconflictplaybook.com/  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/ 

Substack: https://substack.com/@thriveagaindc 

Email: [email protected] 

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In this episode, I’m joined by Lyerly Spongberg, a divorce coach and co-parenting specialist who helps people prepare for divorce before entering the legal process.

We discuss what to expect—and how to prepare—when being divorced by a terrorist, including protecting yourself emotionally and strategically, navigating co-parenting, and managing the weight of parenting responsibilities.

Key Topics Covered:

• What is likely to happen when a high-conflict person decides to end the relationship.
• Practical steps to take and what to prepare for if the terrorist is divorcing you.
• Why preparing for divorce should begin long before a petition is filed.
• Essential steps to help you prepare for divorce strategically and emotionally.
• The emotional toll of parenting with someone who isn't carrying their share of the responsibility.
• How to navigate the pain of feeling sidelined by your children as they try to appease the other parent.
• Setting healthy boundaries to protect your mental well-being and financial stability while co-parenting with a high-conflict personality.
• Understanding and processing feelings of resentment toward your children without compromising your ability to be a loving, supportive parent.
• The single most important tool for staying grounded during divorce—so you don't lose yourself or become someone you'll regret being in the future.

“How can you strategically provide them with a quote-unquote win while also benefiting yourself?” - Lyerly Spongberg

About Our Guest: Lyerly Spongberg

Lyerly Spongberg is a DCA Certified ADR Divorce Coach, Pre-Mediation Divorce Coach, Co-Parenting Specialist, and Trauma-Informed and Coercive Control Coach. Through her national practice, Step Up With Lyerly, she helps individuals navigate divorce with clarity, calm, and confidence, focusing on emotional steadiness, strategic communication, and child-centered outcomes. Drawing from her own high-conflict divorce and experience raising a blended family of eight, Lyerly brings both professional expertise and lived experience to supporting clients through every stage of divorce and post-divorce life.

Who This Episode Is For:

• You're considering divorce or separation from a high-conflict partner and want to prepare before the process begins.
• Your high-conflict partner has initiated the divorce, and you're trying to understand what to expect and how to protect yourself.
• You're struggling with the emotional challenges of co-parenting with someone who is unwilling or unable to parent collaboratively.
• You're feeling overwhelmed by resentment, guilt, or grief and want practical strategies for managing difficult emotions while showing up for your children.
• You're committed to navigating divorce with clarity, strong boundaries, and integrity so you can protect your future and your relationship with your children.

My 10 Steps to Divorce With Clarity and Calm - https://mailchi.mp/stepupwithlyerly.com/10-step-divorce-prep-guide

Connect with Lyerly Spongberg:

Website:  https://stepupwithlyerly.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stepup_withlyerly/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StepUpWithLyerly 

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/ 

Website: https://www.highconflictplaybook.com/  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/ 

Substack: https://substack.com/@thriveagaindc 

Email: [email protected] 

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Divorce doesn't just end a marriage — it reshapes your finances, your family, and your future. In this episode of Uncoupled and Unfiltered, the host sits down with Karen Covy — divorce coach, attorney, mediator, and author — who has spent decades guiding people through one of life's most complex transitions. With her rare dual perspective as both a courtroom attorney and a certified divorce coach, Karen breaks down what most people don't learn until it's too late.

Whether you're just starting to consider divorce or already in the middle of it, this conversation is packed with practical, actionable guidance to help you make smarter decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and come out the other side with your life — and finances — intact.

Key Topics Covered:

• Divorce attorney vs. divorce coach: What's the difference, and why you may need both
• Types of divorce explained: Mediation, collaborative divorce, arbitration (private judge), and litigation — which is right for your situation
• How to choose the right divorce attorney — and the red flags that signal it's time to switch
• The biggest mistakes people make entering divorce (and how to avoid them)
• Being the CEO of your own divorce: What it means to take ownership of the process
• Building your divorce team: Why the right professionals actually reduce your overall costs
• Timing the conversation: Is there a "right" moment to tell your spouse you want a divorce?
• Talking to your kids about divorce: How the approach differs in amicable vs. high-conflict situations
• Practical steps to take now to protect your interests and achieve the outcome you want

“The only person that you can control is yourself, so the question becomes ‘what skills can you learn to protect yourself and keep that relationship at least a functional level for as long as you need it for the kids?‘” - Karen Covy

About Our Guest: Karen Covy

Karen Covy is a Chicago-based divorce attorney turned divorce coach, mediator, and author. She founded her coaching practice after witnessing firsthand how the legal system often leaves people emotionally and financially devastated — and set out to change that. Karen helps clients make informed, intentional decisions so they can move forward with clarity and confidence.

She is also the host of The Good Divorce Show™, where she shares real stories and expert insights aimed at changing the cultural narrative around divorce and showing families that a healthier, more collaborative path forward is possible.

Who This Episode Is For:

• You're considering divorce but feel overwhelmed and don't know where to start
• You're worried about making costly legal or financial mistakes that could haunt you for years
• You want to understand your options — mediation, collaboration, litigation — before you commit to a path
• You have kids and aren't sure how or when to have the divorce conversation with them
• You're ready to stop feeling like a passenger in your own divorce and start making empowered, informed decisions

Connect with Karen Covy:

Website:  https://karencovy.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karencovy/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KarenCovy 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karencovylawyer/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/KarenCovy 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@karen.covy 

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/ 

Website: https://www.highconflictplaybook.com/  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/ 

Substack: https://substack.com/@thriveagaindc 

Email: [email protected] 

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On this episode of Uncoupled & Unfiltered, I sit down with Sol Kennedy — Founder of Best Interest, the AI co-parenting app that WIRED called "lifesaving" for high-conflict families. Dr. Ramani was brought in to back the science behind it — and if that name means anything to you, you already know this app carries real clinical weight.

This is not just another co-parenting app. This one was built differently — designed to defuse conflict, protect your well-being, and help you respond instead of react. And if you've ever white-knuckled your way through the 20th email from your co-parent in a single day, you know exactly why that matters.

Because when you're not triggered, when you're not emotionally charged — you show up better. As a parent. In court. In your life.

Best Interest keeps your side of the street clean, no matter what's happening on theirs.

Key Topics Covered:

• The origin story of Best Interest — what it is, how it came to be, and why it needed to exist
• What sets it apart from every other co-parenting app on the market — and the gaps they all missed
• Dr. Ramani - why her, why it matters, and why it made a difference
• Paper trail protection — how Best Interest documents everything so you're never caught without receipts
• How it safeguards your mental well-being and kills the emotional triggers — the late-night heart palpitations, the anxiety spiral before you even open the message — you know exactly what I'm talking about
• Staying locked into your co-parenting plan and how Best Interest helps you ensure you stay within the lanes
• The real best starting place for co-parenting — and spoiler: it's not pretending you're all getting along and you put children’s best interest first
• What's next for Best Interest and how you can start using it today

“Mediation oftentimes is the right way to do it. Even if you don't get exactly what you want, it does help you move on to the next chapter quicker.” - Sol Kennedy

About Our Guest: Sol Kennedy

Sol Kennedy is the founder of BestInterest, the AI-powered co-parenting app hailed by WIRED as a "lifesaving" solution for high-conflict families. A former Googler and serial entrepreneur, Sol built the app by pairing hard-won lessons from his own divorce with technology designed to shift parents from reactive to responsive communication. Working alongside experts like Dr. Ramani Durvasula, he's brought real credibility to the science behind the tools. The result: safety, sanity, and a clear focus on what matters most—the kids.

Who This Episode Is For:

• You are in a high-conflict co-parenting situation, and every communication with your ex feels like walking into a minefield
• You are tired of being triggered, emotionally hijacked, and losing sleep over the next message that's coming in
• You have been to court or are headed there and need to know your documentation is airtight
• You are struggling to hold the line on your co-parenting plan while your ex plays by their own rules
• You are done reacting and ready to start responding — like a strategist, not a victim

Connect with Sol Kennedy:

Website: https://bestinterest.app 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestinterest.app 

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/ 

Website: https://www.highconflictplaybook.com/  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/ 

Substack: https://substack.com/@thriveagaindc 

Email: [email protected] 

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In this episode, I’m joined by Ron Platt, a lifelong entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience in insurance, real estate, and social advocacy. His work as a foster parent and family advocate inspired him to create NASDF (National Association for Single and Divorced Families) and develop Support Insured—a divorce insurance product designed to protect families when child support or alimony payments are disrupted.

Today’s episode is essential for anyone navigating divorce or raising children as a single parent. We explore resources designed to alleviate financial uncertainty during major life transitions, breaking down what Ron created, why it matters, and how it helps families stay informed and protected.

Key Topics Covered:

• What Support Insured is, why it was created, and the gap it fills for families navigating divorce.
• How Support Insured works, including eligibility, coverage details, and pricing.
• How Support Insured can pay 100% of your court-ordered spousal or child support for up to one year based strictly on your final judgment.
• How pairing Support Insured with life insurance maximizes financial protection.
• NASDF benefits, including resources, services, and vetted support for single and divorced families.
• Single parent resources and tools to help manage households and rebuild after divorce.
• How to ask NASDF for resources or services not currently listed.

“We wanted to create an insurance product that fills that gap, that would continue making those payments for up to a year if the person died, became temporarily disabled, experienced involuntary unemployment, or declared business bankruptcy.” - Ron Platt

About Our Guest: Ron Platt

Ron Platt is a lifelong entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience in insurance, real estate, and social advocacy. Driven by his personal experience as a foster parent and family advocate, Ron created NASDF to reform systems that fail single-parent and divorced households. He also launched Support Insured, the only divorce insurance product on the market guaranteeing up to one year of child support and alimony payments if the payor dies, becomes disabled, loses their job, or declares bankruptcy.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Anyone currently going through a divorce who wants to better understand the financial protections and resources available to them.
• Anyone who is divorced or newly single and looking for support, guidance, and practical resources for navigating life after divorce.
• Single parents who want tools and resources to protect their household and create greater financial stability.
• Anyone receiving child support or alimony who wants to understand how to protect themselves if those payments are disrupted.
• Anyone who wants to be more prepared for the financial, legal, and practical challenges that can come with divorce and single parenting.

Connect with Ron Platt:

Website: www.nasdf.org  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NASDF.org 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nasdforg/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronald-platt-a6b49016/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NASDForg 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nasdf.org 

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/ 

Website: https://www.highconflictplaybook.com/  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/ 

Substack: https://substack.com/@thriveagaindc 

Email: [email protected] 

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On this episode of Uncoupled and Unfiltered, I’m joined by Tara Eisenhard—a divorce coach, co-parenting specialist, and family mediator with over a decade of experience helping individuals and families navigate difficult life transitions.

What makes Tara’s work unique is her trauma-informed approach, recognizing that conflict on the surface often comes from something deeper underneath.

In this episode, we explore divorce as a possible solution—without glamorizing it—along with what healthy co-parenting really looks like and why being good co-parents doesn’t necessarily mean being friends.

Can a marriage end without being a failure? What does effective co-parenting look like? And how do you move forward when the life you planned no longer fits?

Sounds interesting? Tune in.

Key Topics Covered:

• Why divorce can be a solution and, at times, the healthiest path forward.
• The lingering stigma and shame surrounding divorce despite how common it has become.
• Whether less societal judgment could lead to less conflict and more collaborative divorces.
• Why divorce is often viewed differently from ending a long-term unmarried relationship, even with children involved.
• Why major life decisions like leaving a job or ending relationships often face less scrutiny than divorce.
• The myth that successful co-parenting requires being friends with an ex-partner.
• What effective co-parenting looks like and how healthy boundaries can support parents and children.
• Why the post-divorce and co-parenting journey is cyclical, constantly changing with circumstances and relationships.
• The difference between going through a divorce and being divorced—and how life after divorce can be fulfilling, empowering, and full of possibility.

“The path that leads to peace and productivity is vastly different for every family.” - Tara Eisenhard

About Our Guest: Tara Eisenhard

Tara Eisenhard is a divorce coach, co-parenting specialist, and family mediator with over a decade of experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s most challenging transitions. With advanced training in divorce and co-parenting dynamics and a trauma-informed approach, she supports clients in creating healthier communication patterns, developing sustainable parenting plans, and moving forward with clarity and confidence. Tara is known for her compassionate, practical style, empowering clients to shift from conflict to collaboration and build a strong foundation for their next chapter.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Anyone currently considering divorce and looking for a balanced, honest perspective on whether ending a marriage might be the right solution.
• Divorced or divorcing parents who want to build a healthier co-parenting relationship without feeling pressured to be friends with their ex.
• People struggling with the shame, judgment, or stigma that can accompany divorce and major relationship transitions.
• Individuals navigating life after divorce and wondering how to create a fulfilling next chapter for themselves and their families.
• Therapists, coaches, mediators, and anyone supporting individuals through separation, divorce, and co-parenting challenges.

Connect with Tara Eisenhard:

Website:  https://taraeisenhard.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/author.taraeisenhard 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taraeisenhard 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taraeisenhard/ 

Connect with Ksenia Muench:

Website: https://www.thriveagaindivorcecoaching.com/ 

Website: https://www.highconflictplaybook.com/  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thriveagaindivorcecoaching/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvmuench/ 

Substack: https://substack.com/@thriveagaindc 

Email: [email protected] 

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Follow Uncoupled and Unfiltered on Spotify, Prime, and Apple Podcasts for weekly conversations about divorce, relationships, dating, and self-discovery. If this episode resonated, please rate, review, and share to help others find the show.

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