What’s Leaving and What’s Left

Jessica Pederson, Certified Family Law Specialist

What's this? No quotation marks around the name? No distorted voice for the guest?
That's right, on a special episode this week, we bring you a real, live attorney! Jessica Pederson of JQB Family Law (jwbfamilylaw.com) joins us for a sessions of Ask an Attorney, where host, Will pries and probes into the legal morass of the family law system.
Honestly, it's more fun that it sounds. and it better be because the family law system is harrowing!
And we'll say it again in the episode, but nothing in this episode should be taken or construed as legal advice. Please retain your own attorney's services to get specialized answers for your specific situation, or call Jessica for a free 30-minute consultation!

"Brad"

Men. Such simple creatures. Some might say they have a one-track mind. True or not, that one track -- sex -- tends to be a critical component in a successful or unsuccessful marriage. And so we're gonna talk about it this episode. A lot.
On this episode, we are joined by "Brad"!
"Brad" and "William" talk extensively on the role sex played in Brad's divorce, and on the importance of sexual alignment -- in drive and desires -- between partners. If it feels like it turned into a sex podcast, well... it's about damn time. The link between sex, marriage, and divorce deserves a deep dive once in a while, so indulge us, and yourself, in a horny episode of WLAWL.

"Rich"

More and more, stories of psychedelic breakthroughs post-divorce are popping up on the pod. Rich's story is one of those, and then some.
"Rich" discusses his partner's and his shifting values throughout their marriage, the eventual sit-down that led to -- a still-ongoing -- divorce, and his journey through his own mind; winding his way through family court (pro se, no less!), parenting, and work.
Rich and Will go way back, so there may be more "inside baseball" speak than you're used to, but we think it adds to the episode!
Please give Rich's story a listen and share with a friend!

"Mitch"

Would it be Pride Month if we didn't get some good same-sex de-coupling in the mix?
This week, we are joined by "Mitch" who shares her story of marriage, divorce, and new love in a whirlwind of a story. Getting caught cheating is a mighty powerful accelerant to the end of a marriage, and Mitch's story is no exception. But Mitch was doing the best she could with the tools she had, and never felt like she was in the right spot.
Listen as Will fights doxxing himself and Mitch on a couple occasions, and omits some scandalous, potentially poor-taste jokes... so I guess, don't listen to those parts, but listen to the other parts! Like and share with a friend!

"Anthony"

Our guest this week is "Anthony" and he is a landmark for the podcast! Our first DOUBLE DIVORCEE! That's right, the heartache wasn't enough for him the first time around, and he came back for seconds. Internationally and during COVID, no less!
 
His heartache was huge. His spiritual journey and recovery, even bigger. "Anthony" shares a story with unconventional turns and a lot of heart. Here's to hoping third time's the charm!

"Roland"

We are back after a brief, scheduling-induced hiatus! And this week, we are joined by "Roland" who has been divorced for 13 years, despite William's insistence on saying it's 8! He'll get it right some day.
Roland reflects on his relationships post-divorce as a serial monogamist, and then on his recovery from alcoholism to having a new outlook on his past relationships, his future relationship possibilities, and himself.
Edit: This episode has been updated with edits/cuts to maintain anonymity to us and our guest! Thank you for your understanding!

"William"

That's right! It's an off-week of scheduling, so we sit down this week with our host -- and only our host -- "William." In an effort to stave off the appearance of exploitative journalism, William shares his own relationship journey, his therapy experiences, infidelity, religious trauma, and missing his kids a whole whole lot.
Get comfy and find out if William is as willing to dive deep as his guests, or if he's just a colossal wuss!
 
Hosted by "Will".
 
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Welcome to What's Leaving and What's Left. Before we dive in, a few important points: "What's leaving and What's left" explores the realities of divorce through real stories.
It's not a how-to guide, legal advice, or a substitute for therapy. While we aim to provide insights and camaraderie, we strongly advise seeking professional help for legal or emotional matters. Our narratives are drawn from real experiences, shared to foster understanding and connection.
However, I'm not a divorce, relationship, or psychology expert. Our aim is to offer solidarity and possibly solace, not professional counsel. The individuals sharing their stories are real people facing real challenges.
We respect their privacy and the legal sensitivities of their situations. While we may indulge in some humor, this isn't a platform for unchecked anger or vilification. Divorce often involves complex dynamics, and we're here to explore diverse perspectives with empathy and understanding.
So, whether you're navigating the choppy waters of divorce or simply seeking insight, welcome aboard. Let's explore, learn, and perhaps find comfort together.

"Chloe"

We are joined this blessed tax week by "Chloe", whose divorce was informed by discovering her sexuality later in life and after several children. She opens up about struggles in her new blended family unit, ongoing custody arrangements, and the religious programming that kept her closeted.
Despite all this, we had a blast on this episode and it's full of laughs for us. We hope you laugh and cry with us.
 
 
Hosted by "Will".
 
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Welcome to What's Leaving and What's Left. Before we dive in, a few important points: "What's leaving and What's left" explores the realities of divorce through real stories.
It's not a how-to guide, legal advice, or a substitute for therapy. While we aim to provide insights and camaraderie, we strongly advise seeking professional help for legal or emotional matters. Our narratives are drawn from real experiences, shared to foster understanding and connection.
However, I'm not a divorce, relationship, or psychology expert. Our aim is to offer solidarity and possibly solace, not professional counsel. The individuals sharing their stories are real people facing real challenges.
We respect their privacy and the legal sensitivities of their situations. While we may indulge in some humor, this isn't a platform for unchecked anger or vilification. Divorce often involves complex dynamics, and we're here to explore diverse perspectives with empathy and understanding.
So, whether you're navigating the choppy waters of divorce or simply seeking insight, welcome aboard. Let's explore, learn, and perhaps find comfort together.

"Margot"

We are joined this week by "Margot" who shares her divorce story, including her journey through sobriety, co-parenting, and finding healthy coping mechanisms -- including a "hoe phase" -- through it all.
We go off track at the end for a more general relationship discussion, which has some tasty morsels for the listener to chew on.
 
Hosted by "Will".
 
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Welcome to What's Leaving and What's Left. Before we dive in, a few important points: "What's leaving and What's left" explores the realities of divorce through real stories.
It's not a how-to guide, legal advice, or a substitute for therapy. While we aim to provide insights and camaraderie, we strongly advise seeking professional help for legal or emotional matters. Our narratives are drawn from real experiences, shared to foster understanding and connection.
However, I'm not a divorce, relationship, or psychology expert. Our aim is to offer solidarity and possibly solace, not professional counsel. The individuals sharing their stories are real people facing real challenges.
We respect their privacy and the legal sensitivities of their situations. While we may indulge in some humor, this isn't a platform for unchecked anger or vilification. Divorce often involves complex dynamics, and we're here to explore diverse perspectives with empathy and understanding.
So, whether you're navigating the choppy waters of divorce or simply seeking insight, welcome aboard. Let's explore, learn, and perhaps find comfort together.

"John"

Just burning through the most obvious aliases right away! John shares about the ending of his marriage and you'll never guess when it all started to fall apart. We guarantee there will be no more episodes involving COVID divorces ever again. Nope. No chance.
 
Hosted by "Will".
 
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Welcome to What's Leaving and What's Left. Before we dive in, a few important points: "What's leaving and What's left" explores the realities of divorce through real stories.
It's not a how-to guide, legal advice, or a substitute for therapy. While we aim to provide insights and camaraderie, we strongly advise seeking professional help for legal or emotional matters. Our narratives are drawn from real experiences, shared to foster understanding and connection.
However, I'm not a divorce, relationship, or psychology expert. Our aim is to offer solidarity and possibly solace, not professional counsel. The individuals sharing their stories are real people facing real challenges.
We respect their privacy and the legal sensitivities of their situations. While we may indulge in some humor, this isn't a platform for unchecked anger or vilification. Divorce often involves complex dynamics, and we're here to explore diverse perspectives with empathy and understanding.
So, whether you're navigating the choppy waters of divorce or simply seeking insight, welcome aboard. Let's explore, learn, and perhaps find comfort together.