In this episode, we start with Tori Spelling’s divorce and some surprising financial twists. Then we look at a billionaire divorce battle and what it shows about money and marriage today. We talk about how young Americans are approaching marriage, and Raiford Palmer shares insights from his divorce book.

Next, we explore how STG Divorce Law Firm uses social media, and break down the divorce process in simple terms. We answer common questions about maintenance, retirement, and changing parenting plans. Finally, we finish with how Gen Z is using dating apps and changing the way people meet.

Timestamps:

01:46 Tori Spelling's Divorce.

07:34 Interesting Financial Details

08:12 Billionaire Divorce Battle

15:30 Young Americans and Marriage Trends

22:42 Raiford Palmer and Divorce Book

23:22 STG Divorce Law Firm and Social Media

24:06 Divorce Process and Philosophy

26:01 Question: Maintenance and Retirement

30:20 Question: Modifying Parenting Plan

35:43 Gen Z and Dating Apps

Episode Links:

Tori Spelling Requests Spousal Support From Dean McDermott- https://bit.ly/4r0FwYH

Dean McDermott, Tori Spelling Money, Income Revealed in Divorce - https://bit.ly/4hVXlUw

US property tycoon's £36m family home must be sold in bitter divorce battle, High Court judge rules - https://bit.ly/4nXQBqC

Why Marriage Is Increasingly for the Affluent - https://bit.ly/43xt090

Dating apps are doomed because Gen Z is locked in on meet-cutes, former Hinge content lead says: They want to vibe their way through meeting people | Fortune - https://bit.ly/4pb4y5t

Handy Divorce Links:

Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? Click here https://bit.ly/3WvnqzR

For more information about STG Divorce Law, visit www.stglawfirm.com.

For I Just Want This Done, our bestselling guide to divorce, check out https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh

To sign up for our free biweekly Illinois divorce webinar, go here - https://go.stglaw.com/webinar

Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Link is here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr

And for social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out: https://linktr.ee/raifordpalmer

As always, state law varies. This is not legal advice. Consult with a skilled divorce lawyer in your area for information about your specific situation.

This episode takes you through the many faces of divorce, from celebrity breakups to new ways of parting peacefully. It begins with Cardi B and Offset, a couple whose split made headlines for its mix of love, drama, and public attention. Then comes Gwyneth Paltrow, whose “conscious uncoupling” with Chris Martin changed how people talk about separation. We unpack what that phrase means and why it sparked so much debate.

From there, the story moves to Scott Wolf and Kelly, and then to comedian Gary Owen, showing how each couple faced their own version of letting go. The episode shifts from the emotional side to the practical, explaining what collaborative divorce is and how financial neutrals and collaborative law organizations help couples move forward with less bitterness.

Before we wrap up, there is a quick discussion on “Soonicorns” in dating, a modern twist on relationships and expectations. The episode closes with ways to reach out if you want to learn more or talk about your own situation.

Timestamps:

01:41 Cardi B's and Offset's divorce

06:22 Gwyneth Paltrow's conscious uncoupling

09:20 Conscious Uncoupling

10:33 Scott Wolf and Kelly Divorce

11:59 Gary Owen's Divorce

15:08 Collaborative Divorce

21:41 Financial Neutrals

23:24 Collaborative Law Organizations

23:52 Soonicorn in Dating

26:20 Contact Information

Episode Links:

• Cardi B’s Ex Offset Admits to “Stepping Out” During Marriage - https://bit.ly/49wrS9f
• Cardi B Reveals Reason Her and Offset's Divorce Isn't Finalized as She Insinuates Rapper Wants to 'Hold Me Hostage' - https://bit.ly/43AvumY
• Cardi B Reportedly Paying Offset Millions in Divorce — 70/30 Split Has Fans Talking. - https://bit.ly/3WxqtI4
• Gwyneth Paltrow: ‘There needs to be a book on conscious uncoupling’ - https://bit.ly/49wer9p
• Scott Wolf Posts Birthday Message to Estranged Wife Kelley amid Divorce and Rehab Transfer - https://bit.ly/3LiMhok
• Gary Owen Says an Infidelity Joke Was Used Against Him in Court During Divorce | News | BET - https://bit.ly/47tt4ru
• Are You Dating a Soonicorn? - PureWow -https://bit.ly/4qsJadw

Handy Divorce Links:

Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? Click here https://bit.ly/3WvnqzR

For more information about STG Divorce Law, visit www.stglawfirm.com.

For I Just Want This Done, our bestselling guide to divorce, check out https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh

To sign up for our free biweekly Illinois divorce webinar, go here - https://go.stglaw.com/webinar

Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Link is here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr

And for social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out: https://linktr.ee/raifordpalmer

As always, state law varies. This is not legal advice. Consult with a skilled divorce lawyer in your area for information about your specific situation.

This week, Raif and Rahul cover divorce stories making national and international headlines. From a man who won $273M after hitting rock bottom from divorce, to Russian oligarch Potanin’s ex-wife’s massive UK claim, to Denise Richards’ escalating custody fight. We also touch on Logan Paul’s $2M Lake Como wedding, plus key changes in family law from California and Australia, and the growing debate over no-fault divorce in the U.S.

Our core topic this week: school and custody. Who handles pick-ups and conferences? Who decides where the kids go to school? What happens when one parent “takes over” or when stepparents start stepping into parental roles?

Finally, we break down divorce law news from the last week and share insights on how these updates could affect families.

Timestamps:

02:54 Channel 9 Appearance

04:55 Man wins jackpot after divorcing

07:41 Luckiest man in America

08:08 Russian oligarch potanin's divorce

11:39 Age at first marriage and marital quality

18:26 Logan Paul's journey to marriage

21:43 Denise Richards' divorce battle

26:43 Order of Protection and Preliminary Injunction

30:10 Custody and schooling for minor children

33:57 Intrusive stepparent problem

39:10 Legal Developments in California

47:35 Bumble to lay off 30% of its workforce

53:46 Spotting psychopaths on dating apps.

Episode Links:

Raif on Channel 9 News WGN TV: https://youtu.be/3zNtqt0u5n4?si=U5GA6IFiA5yqInFk

Denise Richards’ Divorce Battle: https://bit.ly/3Itlzs2

Russian Oligarch Potanin’s Ex-Wife Divorce Ruling (Reuters): https://bit.ly/4mn8kqA

Age at First Marriage & Marital Quality (IFS): https://bit.ly/4n85y9X

Logan Paul & Nina Agdal’s $2M Lake Como Wedding: https://bit.ly/46cWbjl

California Family Law Updates: https://bit.ly/3HLhLBY

How To Tell If You’re Dating a Psychopath: http://bit.ly/48v5sVk

Handy Divorce Links:

Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? Click here https://go.stglaw.com/get-started-v2

For more information about STG Divorce Law, visit www.stglawfirm.com.

For I Just Want This Done, our bestselling guide to divorce, check out https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh

To sign up for our free biweekly Illinois divorce webinar, go here - https://go.stglaw.com/webinar

Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Link is here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr

And for social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out: https://linktr.ee/raifordpalmer

As always, state law varies. This is not legal advice. Consult with a skilled divorce lawyer in your area for information about your specific situation.

In this episode, we start with Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s engagement and then move to French Montana’s reported engagement to a Dubai Princess. We break down how a billionaire’s son won a bid to seal his divorce records after affair claims and why sealing court cases is rare in Illinois. We take a closer look at dividing retirement assets in divorce, what a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) involves, and the challenges of valuing and splitting property. The discussion continues with modifying parenting arrangements, the risks of representing yourself in court, and the benefits of attorney-assisted mediation. We wrap up with a shift into dating, including GQ’s piece on why apps overlook men who are 5'11", and how online dating compares to real-life connections.

Timestamps:

01:00 Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift Engagement

11:00 French Montana engagement to Dubai Princess

13:51 Billionaire’s Son Wins Bid to Seal Divorce Case After Affair Claims

15:30 Sealing Court Records is Rare in Illinois

20:23 Dividing retirement assets in divorce cases

23:30 Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO)

29:09 Division complexities and valuation

31:58 Modification of parenting

37:40 Self-represented and following the rules

40:41 Attorney assisted mediation

42:33 Mediation and legal advice

50:35 Dating Apps Are Leaving 5'11" Men Behind | GQ

54:00 Real Life vs. Online Dating

Episode Links:

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift engagement: https://bit.ly/4nxjhal

Flavor Flav Volunteers to Officiate Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce Wedding: https://bit.ly/3K0n4OM

French Montana Engaged to Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra: https://bit.ly/4mWREHz

Son of Va. bowling billionaire Divorce Case: https://bit.ly/4m8wfdn

Dating Apps Are Leaving 5'11" Men Behind | GQ: https://bit.ly/4phSK2e

Handy Divorce Links:

Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? Click here https://go.stglaw.com/get-started-v2

For more information about STG Divorce Law, visit www.stglawfirm.com

For I Just Want This Done, our bestselling guide to divorce, check out https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh

To sign up for our free biweekly Illinois divorce webinar, go here - https://go.stglaw.com/webinar

Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Link is here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr

And for social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out: https://linktr.ee/raifordpalmer

As always, state law varies. This is not legal advice. Consult with a skilled divorce lawyer in your area for information about your specific situation.