Episode 44 walks through high-profile splits, unexpected court moves, and blunt advice for anyone dealing with family law trouble. The hosts open with the breakup of Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott, then move to a judge ordering Sia and her estranged husband to sit down for mediation over custody. Audience questions drive the middle of the episode, including how child support and maintenance numbers get set, what a Rule to Show Cause means when someone ignores a court order, and how sudden income deficit behaviour shows up in support disputes. The hosts also run through the nine worst things people say to someone going through a divorce, with clear reasons these comments cause harm and what to say instead. The episode closes with quick reminders for listeners who want reliable steps as they move through their own cases.

Timestamps:

01:09 Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott Divorce

05:41 Judge Orders Sia & Estranged Husband to Mediate Child-Custody Issues

08:31 Audience Question 1: Child Support and Maintenance Numbers

12:43 Audience Question 2: Rule to Show Cause and Contempt Ruling

15:06 Audience Question 3: Sudden Income Deficit Syndrome

18:39 The 9 Worst Things to Say to Someone Getting Divorced

24:35 Show Reminders

Episode Links:

Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott Finalize Divorce - https://bit.ly/4iBhNuj

Judge Orders Sia & Estranged Husband to Mediate Child-Custody Issues - https://bit.ly/3MfrfHD

Things to Say to Someone Getting Divorced | TIME -https://bit.ly/48vYvCa

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://bit.ly/4ibJrhb

And for social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out: https://bit.ly/43LzbXb

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.

Episode 43 explores high-stakes divorces, unexpected legal twists, and the complicated dynamics of modern relationships. The hosts break down how a TikTok influencer ended up facing a $1.75 million alienation-of-affection verdict, examine whether divorce really spreads through friend groups, and unpack the unbelievable case of a woman who discovered she was legally married without ever knowing it.

The episode also answers audience questions about custody issues, emergency protection orders, and what to do when a lawyer suddenly goes quiet or leaves important documents unfinished. To close things out, the hosts look at dating apps created for people starting fresh after divorce including how Facebook Dating has changed as its user base has aged.

Real cases, clear legal insight, and practical advice — all delivered with a touch of humour.

Timestamps:

02:27 TikTok Influencer Verdict

07:54 Divorce Contagious Influence

08:34 Influence of Friends on Life Decisions

11:58 Correlation vs Causation in Divorce Influence

12:33 Wild Marriage Story: Brittany Porter

19:22 License to Marry and Completing the Process

20:48 Question 1: Lawyer Responsiveness and Filing Documentation

24:33 Question 2: Emergency Order of Protection

33:12 Reunification counseling and court's perspective

36:04 Abuse Situation and Parental Visits

37:28 Divorce-Related Dating Apps

38:53 Facebook Dating and Demographics

40:45 Sponsorship and Show Reminders

Episode Links:

TikTok influencer ordered to pay $1.75M for 'seducing' manager, leading to the end of his marriage - https://bit.ly/4rlvOQX

Perspective: Is divorce contagious? - https://bit.ly/3LUcz0q

U.S. Singer Britanny Porter Brook Lynn Wants Divorce After she Unknowingly Married Malaysia's Ex-King in Oman - https://bit.ly/49svOrL

Best Divorced Dating Sites and Apps for 2025 (Free Trial) - https://bit.ly/4ieFdoZ

Wait, people actually use Facebook Dating? | TechCrunch - https://bit.ly/4oOEVI5

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://bit.ly/4ibJrhb

And for social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out: https://bit.ly/43LzbXb

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 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.