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Are you a smart, successful person? Wondering how to make your marriage better? Looking for divorce strategy with a touch of humor? Want to know how the rich and famous do both? You found the right place! I Just Want This Done Divorce Podcast is not just another boring divorce lawyer show. Bestselling author and Chicago divorce lawyer Raiford Dalton Palmer and STG Divorce Law Partner Rahul Iyer host this weekly show covering the latest news and advice on marriage, divorce, dating, and more. *not legal advice (we have to say that).

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August 12, 2026Episode 6440 min

Celebrity Divorce Roundup: Kimora Lee Simmons, Charlie Sheen & More | EP 64

From celebrity breakups to modern dating trends, every headline brings a different perspective on how relationships continue to evolve. In this episode, Raif and Rahul unpack the stories making news and share their thoughts on the legal and real life issues behind each one. The discussion begins with Gleb Savchenko and Elena Samodanova before turning to the divorce of Kimora Lee Simmons and Tim Leissner. Raif and Rahul also revisit the ongoing story involving Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller, then examine the attention surrounding Lena the Plug and Adam22's fake divorce. To close the episode, they explore whether voice notes are becoming a better way to make meaningful connections on dating apps. Subscribe for new episodes every week. If you enjoyed this episode, like the video, leave a comment, and let Raif and Rahul know which topic sparked your interest the most. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:29 Gleb Savchenko and Elena Samodanova 09:55 Kimora Lee Simmons and Tim Leissner 16:39 Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller 26:33 Lena the Plug and Adam22 30:03 Voice Notes That Work on Dating Apps Episode Links: Gleb Savchenko Accuses Ex-Wife of “Abduction” of Kids in Emergency Child Custody Filing (E! News, July 2026) - https://bit.ly/4bE6L5n Gleb Savchenko Files Emergency Custody Request (Just Jared, July 15, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4wMbdYf DWTS Pro Claims Ex-Wife Illegally Moved Children to Hong Kong (KTVL, July 2026) - https://bit.ly/4wLSfkp Hong Kong — International Parental Child Abduction Country Information (U.S. Department of State) - https://bit.ly/4wyGa1j Russian Federation — International Parental Child Abduction Country Information (U.S. Department of State) - https://bit.ly/4gi8Czg Kimora Lee Simmons Wants Ex Tim Leissner To Have Primary Custody of Son in Divorce (TMZ, July 21, 2026) - https://bit.ly/45y0PHL Kimora Lee Simmons Has No Plans to Give Ex Primary Custody, Filing Was Clerical Error (TMZ, July 21, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4xxOWNX Kimora Lee Simmons and Tim Leissner’s Custody Battle Takes a Stunning Turn (Reality Tea, July 21, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4fLntlR Kimora Lee Simmons Makes a “Strategic” Play as Divorce Proceedings Heat Up (Atlanta Black Star, July 21, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4fSSUt6 Charlie Sheen to Pay Brooke Mueller $500K for Late Child Support (TMZ, July 9, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4hgd6rg Charlie Sheen Agrees to Pay $500K in Child Support Following Claims He Owes $15 Million (People, July 2026) - https://bit.ly/45T0UFL Charlie Sheen to Pay Ex-Wife Brooke Mueller $500,000 in Back Child Support (The Daily Beast, July 9, 2026) - https://bit.ly/459P8GX Charlie Sheen Working to Settle $15 Million Battle With Ex-Wife (Us Weekly) - https://bit.ly/4g05Ehy Charlie Sheen Owes $9M in Child Support, Brooke Mueller Alleges (USA TODAY, December 2025) - https://bit.ly/4hrkzUB OnlyFans' Lena the Plug, Adam22's fake divorce doc drama takes a turn - https://bit.ly/4bAneHE Can Voice Notes Hit the Right Note on Dating Apps? | Psychology Today - https://bit.ly/3SmSX8K Handy Divorce Links: Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? (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, purchase here (https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh) Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Join here (https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr) For social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out our link page (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.

July 31, 2026Episode 6337 min

Celebrity Divorce News Lawyers Talk About, Marcellus Wiley, Frankie Muniz & Coco Jones | EP 63

Relationships in the spotlight often spark bigger conversations about marriage, divorce, and dating. This week, Raif and Rahul share their perspective on several celebrity headlines and discuss what these stories reveal about the legal and personal side of modern relationships. They take a closer look at the reported divorce of Marcellus and Annemarie Wiley, celebrate the engagement of Coco Jones and Donovan Mitchell, and talk about why celebrity proposals continue to capture public attention. The conversation also covers the divorce of Frankie Muniz and Paige Price before shifting to the viral "July Theory" and the dating discussions surrounding it. Subscribe for new episodes every week. If you enjoyed this episode, like the video and leave a comment below. Raif and Rahul would love to hear your thoughts. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:57 Marcellus and Annemarie Wiley Divorce 21:37 Coco Jones and Donovan Mitchell Proposal 23:35 Celebrity Engagement 25:16 Frankie Muniz and Paige Price Divorce 33:08 July Theory and Dating Episode Links: NFL Star Marcellus Wiley’s Wife Claims He Raped Her, Files For Divorce (TMZ, July 6, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4w3kWYW ‘Real Housewives’ Annemarie Wiley Files for Divorce From Marcellus Wiley (The Hollywood Reporter, July 2026) - https://bit.ly/4fDNNNm Marcellus Wiley Speaks Out After Wife Annemarie Files for Divorce (TMZ, July 7, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4h10zrA Marcellus Wiley’s wife, Annemarie, files for divorce, restraining order after his arrest (TheGrio, July 7, 2026) - https://bit.ly/3S0QYXA Celebrity Engagements of 2026 (Jag Media, updated 2026) - https://bit.ly/4x5OKFc Celebrity Engagements 2026 (E! Online, updated July 2026) - https://bit.ly/45wpJHo 2026 Celebrity Breakups (E! News, July 1, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4xx6zxp Frankie Muniz announces shocking split from wife Paige Price after 10 years (Hello!, July 1, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4yRn3Sh Why Frankie Muniz Deleted His Divorce Post (ExtraTV, July 2, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4fv9xfx How the “July Theory” Might Affect Your Dating (Bruce Y. Lee, Psychology Today, July 11, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4bl5MH0 Handy Divorce Links: Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? (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, purchase here (https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh) Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Join here (https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr) For social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out our link page (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.

July 27, 2026Episode 6252 min

The Legal Side of Jelly Roll, Dwight Howard & Jack White's Divorces | EP 62

What happens when fame, creative work, or a successful online business becomes part of a divorce? In this episode, Raif and Rahul discuss several celebrity relationship stories before answering listener questions about intellectual property, digital assets, and modern dating. The conversation covers the latest involving Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo, Dwight Howard's marriage and divorce, and the divorce filing between Jack White and Olivia Jean. Raif and Rahul also explain how Illinois law approaches intellectual property in divorce and answer a listener's question about whether a spouse has a claim to a YouTube business built during the marriage. The episode wraps up with a discussion about the dating trend known as Goblintimacy. Subscribe for new episodes every week. If you enjoyed this episode, like the video and leave a comment below. Raif and Rahul would love to hear your thoughts. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 03:07 Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo Divorce 13:20 Dwight Howard's Marriage and Divorce 22:04 Jack White's Wife Olivia Jean Files for Divorce 30:56 Intellectual Property and Illinois Law 43:25 Listener Question: Spouse Built a YouTube Business, Do I Get a Share? 45:00 Dating Trend: Goblintimacy Episode Links: Bunnie Xo shares surprising upside to Jelly Roll divorce as she embraces 'new chapter' - https://bit.ly/3RR6Rjd The Real Reason Jelly Roll & Bunnie Xo Are Getting a Divorce—& Whether They’re Still Having a Baby - https://bit.ly/4wuzguo Bunnie Xo ‘broke my heart’ and ‘destroyed my life’ ex-husband claims amid her divorce from Jelly Roll -https://bit.ly/4pxJ3NE Jelly Roll addresses divorce from Bunnie Xo, says nobody cheated | Entertainment - https://bit.ly/4fvXfST Ex-NBA Star Dwight Howard Claims Estranged Wife Tricked Him into Marriage (TMZ, June 15, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4wBUzdX How "Goblintimacy" Dating Can Get Ugly in Good and Bad Ways (Bruce Y. Lee, Psychology Today, June 20, 2026) - https://bit.ly/3RwxSsa Handy Divorce Links: Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? (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, purchase here (https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh) Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Join here (https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr) For social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out our link page (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.

July 14, 2026Episode 6139 min

The Truth About Dating a Narcissist with Ann Marie Allison | EP 61

What are the warning signs of a narcissistic relationship, and why do so many people miss them until it's too late? In this episode, Raif and Rahul welcome filmmaker Ann Marie Allison for a thoughtful conversation about the personal story behind her latest film and the lessons it shares about relationships. Ann Marie reflects on the path from idea to production, sharing what it took to finance an independent feature, earn the support of investors, and assemble a cast that could bring the story to life. She also discusses working with Academy Award winner Marisa Tomei, the director's role in shaping a film, and the realities of getting an independent project in front of audiences. The discussion also explores the emotional patterns often found in narcissistic relationships. Drawing from Ann Marie's experiences and their work as divorce attorneys, Raif and Rahul examine how these dynamics develop, why they can be difficult to recognize, and whether growing awareness of narcissism is helping people identify unhealthy relationships sooner. Blending filmmaking with real-life relationship insights, this episode looks at the power of storytelling, the importance of meaningful connection, and the value of sharing experiences that help others better understand themselves. The conversation closes with a look at independent film distribution and why supporting indie filmmakers helps bring important stories to the screen. Subscribe for new episodes every week. If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to like the video and leave a comment below. Raif and Rahul read your comments and would love to hear your perspective. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:22 Meeting Ann Marie Allison 07:35 Recognizing Narcissistic Behaviors 09:00 Movie Making Process 14:11 Raising Financing and Investor Support 15:06 The importance of cast in movies 16:00 Marisa Tomei's involvement 22:55 Personal Experience and Family Background 24:13 Phases in Narcissistic Relationships 31:02 Narcissism prevalence and awareness 34:39 Takeaway on Love and Connection 35:24 The Director's Journey 36:39 Film Release and Distribution 37:30 Supporting Indie Filmmakers Stream the romantic comedy You're Dating a Narcissist! today! Rent or buy it now on digital platforms like Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video. Handy Divorce Links: Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? (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, purchase here (https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh) Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Join here (https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr) For social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out our link page (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.

June 26, 2026Episode 6039 min

Megan Rapinoe & Sue Bird, Jason Biggs Divorce Rumors, Dorit Kemsley & PK, Dating Recession | EP 60

What happens when finding a relationship feels harder than ever? This week, divorce attorneys Raif and Rahul explore the forces reshaping modern dating, from social media's influence on how we connect to the growing concerns behind the so-called dating recession. Along the way, Raif and Rahul discuss Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird's lasting partnership, the headlines surrounding Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen, and the ongoing questions about Dorit and PK's marriage. Drawing on their experience as divorce lawyers, they explore what these high-profile relationships reveal about commitment, communication, and navigating life under public scrutiny. The conversation then shifts to the challenges many singles face in today's dating landscape. Are dating apps helping or hurting our chances of finding meaningful connections? Has social media changed our expectations of relationships? And what role does real-world interaction still play in building lasting partnerships? From celebrity couples to broader dating trends, Raif and Rahul bring a divorce lawyer's perspective you won't get from the gossip cycle, examining the relationship patterns, cultural shifts, and practical lessons shaping the way people connect today. Subscribe for new episodes every week, and if this episode resonated with you, be sure to like it and share your thoughts in the comments. Raif and Rahul read them and would love to hear your perspective. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:47 Megan Rapinoe & Sue Bird: What Really Happened 11:16 Jason Biggs & Jenny Mollen: 18 Years, Then This 16:09 Dorit Kemsley & PK: The Messy Split Explained 26:55 Why Nobody's Dating Anymore (The "Dating Recession") 35:05 Why Dating Apps Are Failing You 37:08 How to Actually Meet People in Real Life Episode Links: Sue Bird, Megan Rapinoe Announce Split After Nearly a Decade Together (Sports Illustrated, April 18, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4gAPu01 Ex-USWNT Star Megan Rapinoe and WNBA Great Sue Bird Announce Shocking Split After 10 Years (Fox News, April 17, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4uMEDUp Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe Announce Separation on Social Media (ESPN, April 17, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4w8fPr2 Jason Biggs and Wife Jenny Mollen Split After 18 Years of Marriage (Exclusive) - https://bit.ly/3SdYm1L RHOBH’s Dorit Kemsley Alleges Ex-PK Stopped Paying Electricity Amid Bitter Divorce (TMZ, May 12, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4eDJqBp RHOBH’s Dorit Kemsley Makes Another Big Accusation Against Husband PK in Divorce Battle (Reality Tea, May 13, 2026) - https://bit.ly/43Rr6Qf Dorit Kemsley Texts Exposed Amid PK Divorce Battle (Reality Tea, May 11, 2026) - https://bit.ly/44owdaR RHOBH’s Dorit Kemsley Files for Divorce from Husband PK Kemsley After 10 Years of Marriage (People, April 25, 2025) - https://bit.ly/3So0gwL State of Our Unions 2026: The Dating Recession (Wheatley Institute / Institute for Family Studies, February 10, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4eFmrGa Survey Data Show We’re Now in a Dating Recession (Psychology Today, May 19, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4uOJnc4 Report: Only 1 in 3 Young Adults Actively Dating (PR Newswire, February 10, 2026) - https://bit.ly/44uwFUV Handy Divorce Links: Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? (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, purchase here (https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh) Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Join here (https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr) For social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out our link page (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.

June 19, 2026Episode 5947 min

Did School Absences Cost Drew Sidora Custody? + Zoe Kravitz's $500K Ring | EP 59

Did Drew Sidora really lose primary custody over her kids' school absences? We break down the court decision everyone's talking about—plus Zoe Kravitz's reported $500K engagement ring and the dating rule the internet won't stop debating. In this episode we cover: Drew Sidora's custody setback and how school attendance can actually factor into family court rulings; Shannon Elizabeth's divorce and post-marriage career moves; Kimora Lee Simmons' divorce; and the reports swirling around Zoe Kravitz and Harry Styles. We also take a listener question many separated parents face—what happens to custody when one parent moves far away—and dig into the "eight-week dating rule" and whether there's really an ideal timeline for knowing if a relationship has long-term potential. As always, we pull apart the legal strategy, family dynamics, and relationship lessons the way only divorce lawyers can. Timestamps: 04:22 Drew Sidora Loses Primary Custody Over School Absences 11:28 Zoe Kravitz and Harry Styles Engagement 16:29 Shannon Elizabeth's Divorce and OnlyFans 21:41 Kimora Lee Simmons' Divorce 35:10 Listener Question: Distance and Custody Issues 41:44 Dating Trends: The Eight-Week Dating Rule 44:25 Commitment and Long-Term Relationships Episode Links: RHOA’s Drew Sidora Ordered to Move Out of Marital Home, Ex Awarded Custody (TMZ, April 10, 2026) - http://bit.ly/4uuBacJ Judge denies Drew Sidora’s request to delay eviction order (Sandra Rose, April 2026) - https://bit.ly/4uQTEVc RHOA’s Drew Sidora Challenges Custody, Submits Abuse Video Against Ex (AceShowbiz, April 23, 2026) - https://bit.ly/3SQIemQ Zoë Kravitz Puts Her 9-Carat Diamond Engagement Ring, Estimated to Cost Up to $500,000, on Display After Harry Styles Proposal News (Yahoo/People, April 27, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4eeS60I Kimora Lee Simmons’ Husband Tim Leissner Filed for Divorce While in Prison: What He’s Seeking (E! News, April 21, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4eiSFH2 Kimora Lee Simmons’ Estranged Husband Tim Leissner Files for Divorce (TMZ, April 20, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4gjiklo Kimora Lee Simmons’ Estranged Husband Tim Leissner Files for Divorce After 12 Years of Marriage (ExtraTV/Reality Tea, April 21, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4fGdcaS How Can Your Child’s School Attendance Affect Your Child Custody Case (JP Investigations, NC custody investigator) - https://bit.ly/3RZS7yq School Truancy Laws (Orlando Law Group, May 2025) - https://bit.ly/3S49pdL In re L.O.-D., 2026-Ohio-1745 (Ohio Court of Appeals, May 13, 2026) – habitual truancy a factor in temporary custody award to agency - https://bit.ly/4fI0UyN Should You Use the Eight-Week Dating Rule? (Bruce Y. Lee, Psychology Today, late April 2026) - https://bit.ly/4aPf2CR Handy Divorce Links: Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? (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, purchase here (https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh) Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Join here (https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr) For social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out our link page (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.

June 5, 2026Episode 5840 min

Mike Fernandez, Sia & Vladimir Potanin Divorce Drama + The “Choremancing” Relationship Trend | EP 58

Billionaire breakups, hidden settlements, family court battles, and the rise of “choremancing” in modern relationships, this episode covers a little bit of everything. We break down Miami billionaire Mike Fernandez’s divorce fight, Sia’s newly finalized settlement, and the latest legal setbacks facing Russian oligarch Vladimir Potanin as courts continue untangling one of the most expensive divorce disputes in the world. Rayford Palmer and Rahul get into the details behind Fernandez’s split and why high-net-worth divorces almost always become battles over control, valuation, and leverage. Then we unpack Sia’s divorce settlement, including the financial terms that stood out and why celebrity divorces often move faster once privacy agreements are locked in place. We also talk through Vladimir Potanin’s ongoing legal problems and how international assets, offshore holdings, and multiple court systems turn divorces into years-long legal wars. Plus a conversation many families end up facing sooner or later: grandparents’ visitation rights. What happens when grandparents want access to grandchildren after a divorce or custody fight? Do courts automatically grant visitation? And how much power do parents still have to decide who stays involved in a child’s life? We break down how different courts approach these cases and why these disputes often become more emotional than financial. Then Bruce Y. Lee joins the discussion on “choremancing,” the relationship trend people keep debating online right now. Does helping more around the house actually improve marriages and long-term relationships? Or are couples using chores as a substitute for communication and emotional connection? We get into the psychology behind why division of labor has become one of the biggest relationship stress points for modern couples. And of course, we pull apart the legal strategies, relationship dynamics, and real-world consequences behind all of these headlines the way only divorce lawyers do. Timestamps: 03:50 Mike Fernandez Divorce 10:34 Sia's Divorce Settlement 18:12 Vladimir Potanin's Legal Setbacks 24:32 Grandparent Visitation Rights 35:32 Bruce Y. Lee on choremancing Episode Links: Billionaire Dad-of-5 Divorces Wife of 25 Years and Says She's Fighting Prenup Signed on Wedding Day (People/Yahoo, April 16, 2026) - https://bit.ly/42WRzeN Mike Fernandez Divorce: $1M Prenup vs. $1B Fortune in Florida (Divorce.law, April 17, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4vdJ0IL Billionaire Couple's $1 Million Prenup Sparks Intense Divorce Battle (Internewscast, April 17, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4nRWZkU Sia Reacts to $42,500 per Month Child Support Settlement With Ex Daniel Bernad (E! News, April 9, 2026) - https://bit.ly/43ghOgB Sia Agrees to Pay Tens of Thousands in Monthly Child Support to Estranged Husband (TMZ, April 6, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4tVqmnG Sia's $42,500/Month Child Support: California's High-Earner Math Explained (Divorce.law, April 18, 2026) - https://bit.ly/3RuzYZb Billionaire Potanin Must Face $5 Billion Divorce Case in London (Bloomberg, April 21, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4uQqrdX Not happy with your foreign divorce settlement? The English family court can help — Potanina v Potanin (No.2) (Fladgate, December 2025) - https://bit.ly/4wQZat8 Single Dad Cries as He Wins Grandparents' Rights Trial Over Visitation of Daughter Just 1 Day Before Wife's Death Anniversary (People/AOL, April 23, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4fI0Wqf Single Dad Says Grandparents' Rights Trial Has Cost Him More Than $500K (Yahoo/People, April 22, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4uzgIZl Bruce Y. Lee on choremancing (Psychology Today, May 2026) - https://bit.ly/4uqMNlQ WATCH: New dating trend turning errands into romance (KXLY, May 2, 2026) - https://bit.ly/49hyYhe Handy Divorce Links: Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? (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, purchase here (https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh) Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Join here (https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr) For social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out our link page (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.

May 21, 2026Episode 5741 min

Judge Mathis Reconciles, Halle Berry Says Yes & The Ozempic Divorce Spike | EP 57

Judge Mathis and his wife just called off their divorce after almost two years in court. Halle Berry said yes to fiancé number four. Todd Bridges from Diff'rent Strokes finally pulled the trigger and filed. And new research says Ozempic and other GLP-1 weight loss drugs may double the risk of divorce. We're getting into all of it. Rayford Palmer and Rahul break down what actually happened in the Mathis case, including what "dismissal without prejudice" really means and why you should always file a counter-petition if your spouse files first. We talk through Todd Bridges' three-year marriage ending in Arizona (which is a community property state, and that matters), and the red flags hiding inside Halle Berry's six-year engagement timeline. Plus the Ozempic divorce trend nobody is talking about openly, and the surprising research on whether keeping your maiden name predicts a higher divorce rate. Spoiler: the numbers are not what we expected. ⚠️ One warning we get into on this episode: do not paste emails from your lawyer into ChatGPT, Claude, or Grok. Courts are starting to rule that you've waived attorney-client privilege, and the other side can pull those chats in discovery. Worth knowing before you do it. Then we get into the listener questions everyone seems to be asking right now. What do you do when your attorney has gone radio silent for 3 months and burned through your $8,000 retainer? How does a court actually decide where the kids go to school when parents have 50/50 custody and live in different districts? Timestamps: 02:30 Judge Mathis' divorce story 13:39 Todd Bridges Finally Files for Divorce 15:53 Halle Berry's engagement 21:29 Listener Question 1: Waiting 3 months on an attorney 24:29 Listener Question 2: 50-50 custody and school choice 28:33 Impact of Weight Loss Drugs on Relationships 32:46 Debate over married names versus maiden name 39:04 STG divorce law services Episode Links: Judge Mathis’ Wife Files to Dismiss Divorce, Officially Back Together Now (TMZ, April 8, 2026) - https://bit.ly/3ReO1SG ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ Actor Todd Bridges Files For Divorce (TMZ, April 2, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4fAj4SS Todd Bridges Splits From Wife, Headed for Divorce (TMZ, January 14, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4tMTttm Celebrity Engagements 2026 (E! Online, updated April 2026) - https://bit.ly/4v6JKiM Celebrity Engagements 2026: The Best Engagement Rings (Natural Diamonds, February 2026) - https://bit.ly/42JZUm5 Experts warn rapid GLP-1 weight loss may double divorce risk - https://bit.ly/49hFuo9 Can Sharing a Last Name Save Your Marriage? It Depends - https://bit.ly/49KCzV2 Handy Divorce Links: Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? (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, purchase here (https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh) Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Join here (https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr) For social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out our link page (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.

May 9, 2026Episode 5642 min

Zendaya and Tom Holland Wedding Buzz, Billionaire Marriage & Divorce Trends | EP 56

Secret celebrity weddings, billionaire marriages, high-profile divorces, cryptocurrency hidden assets, and the latest toxic dating trend — this episode covers it all. We break down the rumored wedding between Zendaya and Tom Holland, David Geffen’s headline-making marriage, Gracie Hunt’s engagement, the divorce of Hilary Scholten, new divorce law updates, cryptocurrency in divorce, and the viral dating trend known as “seagulling.” We also discuss the book I Just Want This Done and the emotional realities behind modern relationships, marriage, and divorce. Timestamps: 03:40 — Zendaya & Tom Holland Secret Wedding Rumors 08:32 — David Geffen’s Marriage 15:30 — Gracie Hunt Engagement 19:51 — Hilary Scholten Divorce 23:18 — I Just Want This Done 24:16 — Legal Changes in Divorce Law 26:03 — Cryptocurrency & Hidden Assets in Divorce 38:13 — The Viral Dating Trend “Seagulling” Episode Links: Zendaya, Tom Holland Married: See Gold Band (E! News, March 2, 2026) - https://bit.ly/3R3f576 Zendaya Shows Off Gold Band at Oscars 2026 Amid Tom Holland Marriage News (E! News, March 15, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4eMTutJ Zendaya Shows ‘T’ Tattoo for Tom Holland Amid Marriage Rumors (Entertainment Now, April 8, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4nb6Oda Billionaire David Geffen, 83, Finally Settles Nasty Divorce (Page Six / Yahoo, April 8, 2026) - https://bit.ly/42Tsilu Billionaire, 83, Settles Divorce With Model, 33, After Wild Sex and Drugs Claims (TMZ / Yahoo, April 8, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4f2OmS4 David Geffen Settles $9.3B Divorce: No Prenup Lessons for California (Divorce.law, April 8, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4th8R12 Gracie Hunt Shares Emotional Video of Proposal (Yahoo / New York Post, April 6, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4waavUH Congresswoman Shares ‘Deeply Personal’ Letter Revealing Husband of 20 Years ‘Suddenly Left’ (Headline Society, April 4, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4dmjH0R Rep. Hillary Scholten’s Divorce Filing: Michigan Law on Sudden Separation (Divorce.law, April 2026) - https://bit.ly/48K7YGR Missouri divorce law: HB 1908 bans judges from delaying divorces involving a pregnant spouse | CNN - https://bit.ly/4tW6pOC Hidden Bitcoin Is Creating Chaos in Divorce Courts (Yahoo Finance / 99Bitcoins, March 6, 2026) - https://bit.ly/42cqeVF Bitcoin in Divorce: How Spouses Hide Assets, Crypto Hunters Find Them (CNBC) - https://bit.ly/48LwRlw Cryptocurrency and Divorce in California 2026 (Moore Schulman and Moore, APC) - https://bit.ly/4cS1bNH 3 Signs Your Date Is ‘Seagulling’ You (Psychology Today / DNyuz, April 8, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4tgYOce Handy Divorce Links: Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? (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, purchase here (https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh) Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Join here (https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr) For social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out our link page (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.

April 24, 2026Episode 5541 min

Jessica Alba Divorce Shock, Dwight Howard Marriage Drama, Jax Taylor Update & AI Companions | EP 55

This episode opens with what is driving the divorce between Jessica Alba and Cash Warren and why high profile splits influence how people view marriage and family change, then examines the reported marital issues of Dwight Howard and the pressures that come with public scrutiny, before breaking down the relationship dynamics of Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright and how reality TV couples navigate life off screen, followed by a clear look at how substance abuse affects custody decisions and what courts focus on when children are involved, alongside a practical explanation of emergency motions versus custody modification and how each works in family law, then a listener question from Cook County that addresses what happens when a spouse refuses to disclose financial information and the steps that protect your position during divorce, and finally a look at the sex recession, the rise of AI companions, and the relationship trends shaping modern connection. Timestamps: 01:39 What’s really behind Jessica Alba and Cash Warren’s divorce 05:43 The truth behind Dwight Howard’s messy marriage situation 14:12 Inside the relationship struggles of Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright 23:23 How substance abuse impacts custody decisions in court 28:06 Emergency motions vs custody modification, what sets them apart 30:58 Cook County divorce explained, what happens when a spouse hides financial information 34:29 Why the sex recession is happening and the rise of AI companions 36:43 How relationship trends are shifting and what it means going forward Episode Links: Jessica Alba and Cash Warren Finalize Divorce (TMZ, February 13, 2026) -https://bit.ly/4cunYPv Jessica Alba and Cash Warren’s Million-Dollar Divorce Settlement Revealed (E! News, March 16, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4vQkpuz Jessica Alba Reportedly Paying Cash Warren $3 Million in Divorce Settlement (Complex, March 17, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4e8vfFP Dwight Howard Files to Divorce Wife Amber After Her Bombshell Accusations - https://bit.ly/4e77o9F Dwight Howard & Wife's Messy Marriage Seen on New Body Cam Footage - https://bit.ly/4sNgTyd Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright Reach Custody Deal With Alcohol Restrictions (TMZ, March 10, 2026) - https://bit.ly/3P1U77Y Jax Taylor, Brittany Cartwright Reach Custody Arrangement (E! News, March 10, 2026) - https://bit.ly/4sPuzc5 The 2025 Relationship Trends Wrapped (Psychology Today, December 2025) - https://bit.ly/4sWRdzw 2026’s Biggest Dating Trends (The Everygirl, January 2026) - https://bit.ly/3Qxb9v8 Handy Divorce Links: Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? (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, purchase here (https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh) Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Join here (https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr) For social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out our link page (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.

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