Send us a Text Message.Is parental alienation real? Definitely, says Madison Wellborne, who discusses how her mother manipulated her into rejecting her father through false accusations and lies, leading to long-lasting emotional and psychological effects. In this episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast, host Billie Tarascio and Madison explore the effects of parental alienation on children, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and self-destructive behaviors.Madison describes the emot...

Send us a Text Message.What makes for an abusive marriage? In this episode of the Modern Divorce podcast, host Billie Tarascio welcomes Belle Blake Phillips, a divorced mom, domestic violence survivor, and recent internet sensation who shares her shocking stories and the red flags of an abusive relationship. While she was taken by surprise by sudden online fame, she found her stories connecting with legions of domestic violence survivors.Her internet fame began with a simple video about her e...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the Modern Divorce podcast, host Billie Tarascio sits down with Gina Godbehere, candidate for Maricopa County Prosecutor, to discuss local crime and the justice system. The conversation begins with a focus on the Gilbert Goons, a group recently classified as a gang, and the complications of prosecuting their crimes without sufficient evidence to prove gang-related motivations.Gina elaborates on the difficulties in tying crimes to gang activities, noti...

Send us a Text Message.In this powerful episode, Modern Divorce Host and Attorney Billie Tarascio interviews Jennie Gage, who found herself divorced and broke after adhering to traditional wiferoles dictated by her Mormon faith. Jennie recounts her journey from being a stay-at-home mom to a domestic violence advocate and social media influencer.She emphasizes the importance of self-sufficiency and shares how she rebuilther life through side hustles, including furniture flipping and social med...

Send us a Text Message.In this special episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast, host and attorney Billie Tarascio interviews Colonel Frank Milstead, a 25-year veteran of the Phoenix Police Department and candidate for Maricopa County Sheriff. They delve into Frank's extensive law enforcement background, his leadership roles, and his vision for improving the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and managing the crime that keeps us up at night. The discussion also touches on pressing issues like publ...

Send us a Text Message.In today’s episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast, host Billie Tarascio talks with Modern Law attorney Hannah Bustos who opens up about her victim advocacy work in Mississippi and how it still influences her work in family law. The conversation also covers her personal experience with divorce and why she takes a special interest in building strong relationships with her clients.Hannah Bustos’ Background: Hanna shares her story of growing up in Arizona, attending the Univ...

Send us a Text Message.Should teens be allowed to choose which parent they want to live with? And how do step parents manage their spouse’s kids effectively? These are just some of the burning questions that get answered in latest episode of the Modern Divorce podcast, where host Billie Tarascio sits down with experienced attorney and divorced mom Ruby Becker to explore the intricacies of family law and juvenile justice.Ruby shares her lifelong ambition to become a lawyer while a mother of a ...

Send us a Text Message.It’s primary season in Arizona, and this episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast features Mike Crawford, retired law enforcement officer and candidate for sheriff in Maricopa County. Host Billie Tarascio and Crawford explore the challenge of running for sheriff, including Mike's motivations, his law enforcement career, his campaign journey and the unchecked teen violence that has rocked so many suburban communities.Crawford shares why a police officer with 28 years of ser...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the Modern Divorce podcast, host Billie Tarascio delves into the controversial Ruby Franke case with guests Beth Griffith, a true crime podcaster, and Jennie Gage, a social media influencer. Both guests bring unique perspectives as former members of the Mormon church. They explore the intersection of religion, parenting, and the extreme measures that led to Ruby Franke's arrest. The conversation highlights the influence of Mormon doctrines and cultura...

Send us a Text Message.In the latest episode of the Modern Divorce podcast, attorney Billie Tarascio invites city council candidate Noah Mundt to unpack the intricacies of Gilbert, Arizona's political scene. Facing the stakes of an election where four candidates vie for two crucial seats, Mundt underlines the urgent need for non-affiliated voters to participate and curb the risks of voter disengagement.Delving deeper, Mundt shares insights from his extensive background in municipal infrastruc...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast we take a trip into the emotional and legal intricacies of divorce, with Modern Law attorney Chris Duren who joins host Billie Tarascio to talk about what happens in a divorce case behind the scenes. With over two decades of expertise in divorce litigation, Chris unveils the often-overlooked human elements that shape these legal battles. This episode explores how divorce isn't just legal proceedings; it's a life-changing eve...

Send us a Text Message.Are you in court constantly battling a vindictive ex? How do you fight back and win? In this very important episode of the Modern Divorce podcast, host Billie Tarascio sits down with Lisa Johnson, a high conflict parenting strategist and legal abuse expert. This discussion is essential listening for anyone caught in a divorce with an ex whose goal is to ruin you emotionally and financially.Lisa shares her personal journey through a grueling nine-year legal struggle...

Should teens be allowed – by law – to decide which parent they should live with after a divorce? Legislators are looking at a bill in Arizona that may upset some divorcing parents who find themselves with no parenting time even though they are considered “fit parents.”This episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast, with host Billie Tarascio, features Laura Chapman, a seasoned family law attorney to talk about the realities of divorce, including a candid discussion into the proposed state legislat...

In this eye-opening special edition episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast, host Billie Tarascio sits down with Matson Browning, an expert in gang enforcement, to dissect the complexities of the Gilbert Goons case. Browning’s background brings much-needed clarity to the criteria for classifying what constitutes a gang, shedding light on the case's intricacies, including the controversy surrounding the police report and gang identification standards.The discussion takes a critical look at local...

Mixing up two families is no small task. Why are some people good at it, and others not so much? In this episode of the Modern Divorce podcast with host Billie Tarascio, we’re cutting through the sugar-coated advice and serving up some honest wisdom with Lori and Dave Sims of Nacho Kids They’ve mastered the art of blending—not in the kitchen, but in life. 🎧 Listening highlights: Strategies to turn tension into togetherness that are realistic, not fairytale.The 'nacho' method that could be...

Modern Divorce host Billie Tarascio welcomes parenting coach and divorce expert, Christina McGhee, who shares her practical advice and top parenting strategies to help children through the monumental changes divorce brings. This week’s episode starts with a powerful example, with McGhee emphasizing early and effective support for parents, and how it can dramatically improve outcomes for children. With plenty of personal reflections from the host, McGhee provides a key piece of advice:...

In this episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast, host Billie Tarascio digs into the world of family law for professional athletes, who have to closely guard their privacy and money matters during the legal process. She is joined by an expert in the field, family law attorney Rich Harris and founder of the Harris Law Firm in Colorado, who has built a unique system to protect his high-flying clients, emphasizing confidentiality and discretion as paramount concerns. So how can an average person...

In this episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast, host and family law attorney Billie Tarascio,  sits down with Natalie DiBernardo, a candidate for Mayor in Gilbert, the well-heeled Phoenix suburb at the crossroads of a public safety crisis after gangs of affluent teens terrorized their peers, resulting in the death of a 16-year-old. DiBernardo shares her reasons for jumping into the race, emphasizing her strong roots in Gilbert a desire to better reflect the community's voice in local...

What if your teen got into a group fight that caused someone’s death resulting in a murder charge? In Arizona, says criminal defense attorney Mark Mendoza, a conviction on murder charges is a minimum sentence of life in prison. One of the teens charged with murder by a Grand Jury in Maricopa County was included because he recorded the incident on his phone. That should strike fear into any parent whose kiddo hangs out with the wrong crowd or gets involved in the type of fight clubs that...

In the wake of harrowing incidents of teen violence that have shaken an Arizona suburb, the Modern Divorce Podcast presents a powerful narrative of redemption and advocacy. Host Billie Tarascio sits down with Eric Hebert, a man whose turbulent past led him down a path of incarceration and unexpected fatherhood at just 14. Now, armed with hard-earned wisdom and a fervent desire to make a difference, Eric shares his journey from youthful missteps to community activism. As the details of the...

Join Family Law Attorney Billie Tarascio on the latest episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast as she delves deep into the heart of Maricopa County's criminal justice system alongside guest Gina Godbehere, candidate for Maricopa County District Attorney. With a surge in teen violence and recent headlines dominated by the tragic murder of 16-year-old Preston Lord, families are questioning public safety officials about how they’re doing their jobs. Gina doesn't shy away from tough questions about...

Interest rates are high, affordable rents are hard to find. What happens when your divorce means having to sell your home? In today's Modern Divorce Podcast, host Billie Tarascio is joined by Arizona real estate agent Zach Nuetzman who specializes in dealing with divorcing couples who find themselves needing to sell their home. In some cases, one party will keep the home, and buy out the other by getting a new loan when it's feasible. The situation can be fraught with disagreement, but...

In the gripping new episode of the Modern Divorce Podcast, Billie Tarascio sits down with Amanda Diacos, whose divorce turned into a nightmare when her ex waged a war to alienate her from their daughter, falsely claiming Amanda had no desire to communicate or be with her child. Trapped in this heart-wrenching situation for three years, Amanda finally gathered the resources to fight back legally. Her story culminates in a landmark court decision that has set tongues wagging nationwide. Dive...

In today's episode, Modern Divorce Host Billie Tarascio, mom to teens in Gilbert, brings in Richard Lyons, a trial attorney who is the first to file civil charges against the Gilbert Goons, their parents, and the schools for not taking appropriate actions to stop the violent bullying that hurt so many, and caused Preston Lord's death.  The so-called Gilbert Goons have been entertaining themselves by randomly beating up local teens in Phoenix's East Valley . While some criminal charges have...