In this episode, we discuss Ashley Biden filing for divorce after 13 years of marriage, as well as the Supreme Court being asked to reconsider the landmark same-sex marriage ruling. We also explore recent changes in marriage-based Green Card scrutiny and updates related to the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA).

The conversation then turns to divorce statistics and high-profile international cases, including those involving Russian oligarchs, along with the legal complexities of getting divorced in another country.

Next, we dive into annulments and what makes a marriage legally invalid, before shifting to lighter topics on modern dating—such as women swiping left on summer flings, Tawkify’s Summer 2025 dating trends, and the traits most likely to lead to a second date.

We wrap up the episode with a look at a new app for dog lovers and explore why men face higher rates of rejection on dating apps.

Timestamps:

00:48 Former first-daughter Ashley Biden files for divorce after 13 years of marriage

02:09 Supreme Court formally asked to overturn landmark same-sex marriage ruling

05:41 Marriage Green Card Scrutiny & CSPA Changes 09:03 Divorce Statistics

14:14 Russian Oligarch Divorce 17:01 Legal aspects of divorce in another country

18:11 Annulments and Invalidity of Marriage

24:58 Women Swiping Left on Summer Flings

28:40 Tawkify’s Summer 2025 Trends

31:45 Traits most likely to lead to a second date

33:05 New app for dog lovers

34:37 Why do men face more rejection on dating apps

Episode Links:

Divorce Stories

Former first-daughter Ashley Biden files for divorce after 13 years of marriage - http://bit.ly/469xp2l

Marriage Stories

Supreme Court formally asked to overturn landmark same-sex marriage ruling - http://bit.ly/3K39OJ8

Marriage Green Card Scrutiny & CSPA Changes — News Digest, 8/2025 - http://bit.ly/4ggONac

Why the Divorce Decline Might Be Bad News | Institute for Family Studies - http://bit.ly/3JK2lPg

Dating Stories

Judge Approves Divorce For Vladimir Gusinsky, Wife, As Once Powerful Oligarch Claims He Is Broke - http://bit.ly/4gaW0Zp

Hard Topic

Annulment vs. Divorce

Illinois annulments (Declaration of Invalidity under 750 ILCS 5/301) void marriages as if they never existed, for reasons like fraud, incapacity, bigamy, or non-consummation (if due to impotence), with strict time limits (e.g., 90 days for some grounds). No spousal support typically, and property reverts to pre-marriage status. Vs. divorce, which ends a valid marriage with full division/support. Generalizable: Most states have similar grounds but differing timelines; perfect for short-marriage cases or religious angles, contrasting with no-fault divorce trends.

Dating Trends and Apps Segment

Women Swiping Left on Summer Flings—Hily Survey:

Survey: Is the Summer Fling Still a Thing For Americans? - http://bit.ly/4niBUyH

Tawkify’s Summer 2025 Trends: Adventure Dates and Post-Divorce Glow-Ups:

What Q2 2025 Dating Trends Reveal About Real Connection | Blog | Tawkify - http://bit.ly/4niOeis

Why do men face more rejection on dating apps? Study reveals an interesting reality check - Hindustan Times - http://bit.ly/41Bb1gS

New Charlotte-based dating app for dog lovers launches soon - http://bit.ly/3V04zwk

Handy Divorce Links:

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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.