The Gray Divorce Podcast

Divorce doesn't automatically have to mean lengthy litigation, escalating attorney fees, and handing control of your future to a judge. In this episode of The Gray Divorce Podcast, Andrew Hatherley sits down with David Fein, a fourth-generation attorney, certified divorce mediator, and someone who experienced gray divorce himself. After more than 30 years working in the complex legal, regulatory, and public policy side of the energy industry, David expanded his practice into family law ...

Artificial intelligence is changing how we work, communicate, organize information, and make decisions. But what happens when AI enters the already complicated world of gray divorce? In Episode 103, Andrew Hatherley welcomes back family law attorney Nicole Sodoma. From organizing financial documents and understanding unfamiliar terminology to improving communication with an ex-spouse, AI can be incredibly useful. But lines need to be drawn: AI isn't your attorney, financial adviso...

Mediation can be a faster, less expensive, and less stressful alternative to litigation—but that doesn’t mean walking into the process is easy. In Episode 101, Andrew Hatherley sits down with Lyerly Spongberg, a DCA-certified divorce coach specializing in pre-mediation coaching, to discuss how preparation can dramatically change the mediation experience. From managing fear and emotional triggers to understanding the difference between positions and interests, Lyerly explains how d...

What have 100 episodes—and nearly a decade since experiencing gray divorce firsthand—taught Andrew Hatherley? In this special milestone episode, Andrew steps away from interviews to reflect on the journey that led to The Gray Divorce Podcast, the lessons he's learned from nearly 100 guests, and the incredible resilience of people rebuilding their lives after divorce. From financial planning and discernment counseling to adult children, alternative divorce processes, and overcoming...

In Episode 99, Andrew Hatherley welcomes Nicole Sodoma, founder of Sodoma Law and one of the Southeast's leading family law attorneys, to discuss one of the most overlooked risks during divorce: social media. From vacation photos and new relationships to LinkedIn profiles, text messages, and even "likes," Nicole explains how your online activity can impact your credibility, increase litigation costs, and complicate negotiations. Thanks for listening! We'd be very grateful if you'...