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Divorce Happens

Fresh Starts Registry
Divorce
Fresh Starts Registry
Mental Health
Co-Parenting
Mediation
Personal Growth
Divorce Coaching
Emotional Health
Self-Care
Grief
Therapy
Communication
Parenting Plan
Relationships
Emotional Wellness
Emotional Support
Support Systems
Emotional Healing
Marriage
Boundaries

Welcome to Divorce Happens, the podcast where we inspire, educate, and support you through divorce and beyond so that you can start fresh on the next phase of your journey. Produced by Fresh Starts Registry, the only divorce registry platform for everything you need to begin again, including home items, hype team, and everything in between. Remember, divorce happens...and then, we start fresh. We'... more

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"I posted something on TikTok during an angry divorce spiral last night, mid-rant, feeling completely justified in the moment. This morning I woke up and read it back and felt sick." In this Hey Olivia listener letter episode, Olivia answers a questi... more

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"Since my husband and I separated, we keep ending up back in bed together. It's not planned. It just happens." In this Hey Olivia listener letter episode, Olivia answers one of the most common — and least talked about — parts of separation: continuin... more

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"I've been thinking about divorce for months, but I haven't told a single person. Does that mean I'm not actually serious about it?" In this Hey Olivia listener letter episode, Olivia answers a question so many people carry silently — and makes the c... more

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"How do I actually know if what I'm feeling is 'this is over,' or just a rough patch?" In this Hey Olivia listener letter episode, Olivia answers one of the most common quiet questions in marriage — the doubt that comes and goes, with no single big r... more

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Recent Guests

Allison McFadden
Mediator
Independent mediator
Episode: The Mediation Series, Part 4: Life After Divorce Mediation
Woodson Bradley
Freshman North Carolina State Senator; survivor of domestic violence and post-separation abuse
North Carolina General Assembly / North Carolina Senate
Episode: She Lost Everything in Her Divorce. Now She's a State Senator Fighting to Change the Law.
Kristina St. Cyr
Certified divorce coach
Kristina St. Cyr Coaching
Episode: A Divorce Coach's 5-Step Framework for Staying Grounded When Everything Feels Urgent
Laura Lorber
Mediator and Parenting Coordinator
Episode: Managing Triggering Communications & Reclaiming Your Power During Divorce with Family Mediator & Parenting Coordinator Laura Lorber
Leslie Mathews
Therapist, divorce expert, former attorney
Fresh Starts Registry
Episode: Preparing Your Nervous System for Divorce: What No One Tells You Before You Walk Into That Room
Maria Natapov
Founder and owner of Synergistic Stepparenting
Synergistic Stepparenting
Episode: Co-Parenting Coaching After Divorce: Building the System That Keeps Your Kids Steady
Vicki Vollweiler
Founder of College Financial Prep
College Financial Prep
Episode: Divorce, Co-Parenting & the Cost of College: What Every Divorced Parent Needs to Know
Kate Washington
Author and memoirist of Midstream, A Life Remade in 50 Swims
Author, Sacramento-based writer
Episode: Divorce Reads: Midstream: A Life Remade in 50 Swims by Kate Washington
Amy Polacko
Divorce coach and journalist
Independent
Episode: The Quiet Divorce Plan Every Woman Needs Before She Says a Word with Amy Polacko

Host

Olivia Dreizen Howell
Host of Divorce Happens

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 159 ratings
  • Worth the listen

    Grateful for this resource with bite-sized insights. Wish it had been around when I went through my divorce but am finding it still helpful at this stage.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DAG503
    United Statesa month ago
  • Just the best

    Olivia not only has the best opener I’ve ever heard (serious) she has the best podcasting voice I’ve heard as well. A calming effect that makes it seem like everything is going to be okay. In relation to divorce, it is good to know there are options and support for those going through it. I personally listen to divorce happens and I’m not divorced (yet). Kidding honey!!! Keep doing amazing things for people going through divorce, Olivia. Your registry is ingenious!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Parent Tap
    United States2 months ago
  • Going through it

    While the content doesn’t always match my situation. Olivia provides clarity understanding support and guidance through her podcast. She also has helped me to take care of myself, parent better and find clarity in the difficult days.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tough decisions
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    I’m so grateful that this podcast exists. We need more people talking about the actual experience of divorce. There’s still such a stigma and the more we talk about it the more that changes. Love this podcast!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DivorcedMom3
    United States2 months ago
  • For everyone

    I listen to this as a way to be more understanding and helpful to my friends, navigating separation and divorce without laboring them with my questions of trying to understand. Olivia gives bite-size stories and recommendations that are very helpful and is doing important work in empowering women in navigating what can be really difficult messy situations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chelsb.skaggs
    United States2 months ago

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Insightful, practical guidance that fits into a busy schedule.
The host speaks with calm authority and empathy, making tough topics feel manageable.
Guests consistently bring actionable tools and real-world resources.

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The Mediation Series, Part 2: How to Prepare for Divorce Mediation
Q: I guess my other question for you, Allison, is what would you say to somebody to prepare to come to mediation in terms of documents? Do they need birth certificates?
You typically don't need birth or marriage certificates; bring financial statements, mortgage statements, school calendars, and a general intention or goal you want to accomplish to guide the discussion.
The Mediation Series, Part 2: How to Prepare for Divorce Mediation
Q: Wait, how does that work, Allison? You can bring a lawyer to mediation. What does that look like in terms of the mediation process?
You can bring an attorney, a financial advisor, or other professionals to participate or privately consult during breakout rooms; everyone should sign off on the mediation plan so all parties know what to expect.
The Mediation Series, Part 2: How to Prepare for Divorce Mediation
Q: Okay, Allison, what do we do? How do we prep for mediation? What does that look like?
Focus on understanding the mediator's style, set expectations about session length and topics, and prepare questions to ask the mediator to feel comfortable with the process.
The Mediation Series, Part 3: What It’s Actually Like to Be in Divorce Mediation
Q: What does it look like to be in mediation?
Allison explains that mediation starts with a mediator walking through the process, then moves to topic exploration and goal setting, with participants preparing to discuss what matters most to them while the mediator helps structure the conversation.
The Mediation Series, Part 1: What Is Divorce Mediation, Really?
Q: Do you need to fear the mediator making all the decisions?
No. The mediator's role is to facilitate discussion and help the parties reach an agreement; they do not decide for you.

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A practical, empathy-forward show focused on divorce, mediation, and post-separation life. Episodes emphasize concrete strategies for navigating mediation, setting boundaries, protecting safety, and managing co-parenting, with frequent guest experts in mediation, therapy, and divorce coaching. The host brings personal experience with Fresh Starts Registry and spotlights resources to help people plan, organize, and heal through and after divorce. Notable strengths include bite-sized formats, actionable templates, and a branded ecosystem of support that extends beyond the podcast alone, making it a valuable resource for listeners seeking real-world guidance and reassurance.

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1. Allison McFadden
2. Woodson Bradley
3. Kristina St. Cyr
4. Laura Lorber
5. Leslie Mathews
6. Maria Natapov
7. Vicki Vollweiler
8. Kate Washington

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