This episode blends celebrity divorce headlines, legal insights, and modern dating trends. The hosts open with Kandi Burruss and Ken Tucker’s win in a prenup dispute, then share a shocking divorce story that unfolded after 25 years of marriage. They also break down the divorce of Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan, highlighting key takeaways from a high profile split.

From there, the conversation shifts to the practical side of divorce, including how pension plans are divided and a surprising “thirst trap” divorce case that shows how online behavior can impact legal outcomes. The hosts then dive into the growing role of AI in divorce court, comparing what technology can do versus the role of an experienced attorney, and where AI still falls short in legal cases.

Later in the episode, they explore how social media influences divorce rates and discuss the economics behind marriage and divorce. The hosts also touch on STG Divorce Law and what clients should know when navigating their own cases.

The episode wraps up with a look at dating trends, including what Swipe 2025 reveals about relationships, predictions for dating in 2026, and a fun conversation about quirky hobbies and how they factor into modern dating.

This episode offers a mix of pop culture, legal education, and practical advice for anyone navigating divorce or reentering the dating world.

Timestamps:

03:10 Kandi Burruss Ken Tucker win versus a prenup.

10:28 Shocked after 25 years divorce story

19:00 Channing Tatum & Jenna Dewan Divorce

22:15 Pension Plan Division

23:02 Thirst Trap Divorce Case

25:15 AI in Court and Divorce

31:26 Attorney vs. AI

32:07 Limitations of AI in Legal Cases

34:32 Divorce Rates and Social Media

35:19 Economics of Marriage and Divorce

39:09 STG Divorce Law

41:42 Tender Year in Swipe 2025

42:11 Dating Trends in 2026

44:23 Quirky Hobbies in Dating

Episode Links:

Why Todd Tucker Has a 'Chance to Win' Kandi Burruss Divorce (Excl) | Us Weekly -https://bit.ly/3Y4MP4s

Woman Shocked After Partner of 25 Years Demands Prenup Because He's Now Worth Millions - https://bit.ly/494lTXF

Channing Tatum, Jenna Dewan Get Cut of Exes' Retirement Benefits In Divorce - https://bit.ly/49qufJp

Liking social media 'thirst traps' now grounds for divorce, Turkish court rules | New York Post - https://bit.ly/4p0cXs5

More Couples Are Using AI to Handle Their Divorce - https://bit.ly/49lMC31

Tinder’s Year in Swipe 2025 - https://bit.ly/4qhvWiX

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 45 covers celebrity splits, legal insights, and practical advice for anyone navigating divorce or dating after a breakup. The hosts start with the split of Alexa and Brennan Lemieux from Love is Blind, then move to Ana Ivanović filing for divorce and the Scott and Kelly Wolf case.

In the Legal Issue of the Day segment, they break down the differences between a lawyer’s role and a client’s role in divorce proceedings. Audience questions guide the middle of the episode, including how to find a supportive divorce network and what challenges men face on dating apps. The hosts also explore women’s expectations, how online dating compares to real-life dating, and what Tinder predicts for dating in 2026.

The episode closes with a discussion on navigating the holiday season while managing personal relationships and legal matters, with actionable tips for listeners moving through their own cases.

Timestamps:

01:53 Love is Blind, Alexa and Brennan Lemieux announced split

06:04 Ana Ivanović filed for divorce

08:15 Scott and Kelly Wolf Divorce Case

09:51 Legal Issue of the Day: Lawyer's Role vs Client's Role

16:35 Question 1: Divorce Support Network

24:40 Dating App Insights

26:40 Issues Faced by Men on Dating Apps

27:23 Women's Expectations on Dating Apps

28:14 Real Life Dating vs Online Dating

29:06 Tinder’s Predictions for Dating in 2026

32:04 Holiday season and closing

Episode Links:

Love Is Blind’s Alexa and Brennon Lemieux Announce Split 1 Year After Welcoming Daughter - https://bit.ly/3MpYhVM

Ana Ivanović files for divorce from retired soccer pro Bastian Schweinsteiger | New York Post - https://bit.ly/48X7sVk

Scott Wolf Drops Restraining Order Against Ex Kelley Wolf (Exclusive) - https://bit.ly/48QgxyW

Men’s Lazy Habit Fueling Millennial ‘Dating Crisis’ Revealed - https://bit.ly/48Q1kxV

Tinder's 2026 dating trends, including 'hot-take dating' | Mashable - https://bit.ly/44JNCvt

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 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.