10 Must-Listen Podcast Episodes for Women Going Through Divorce

Whether you're in the thick of it or just starting to find your footing on the other side, these episodes were made for you.

If you've been searching for honest, helpful guidance on divorce, the kind that doesn't sugarcoat the hard parts but also doesn't leave you drowning in them, you're in the right place.

Over the years, some episodes of Intentional Divorce Insights have resonated so deeply with listeners that they keep getting shared, re-listened to, and passed along to friends who are just beginning their divorce journey. These are those episodes.

Whether you're untangling the financial pieces, trying to figure out how to talk to your kids, or simply trying to understand who you want to be on the other side of this, there's something here for you.

Here are 10 of the most impactful episodes, and why I think you need to hear them.

1. Divorcing a Narcissist: Surviving the Storm and Reclaiming Your Power

Divorcing someone with narcissistic traits is a different kind of hard. The manipulation, the gaslighting, the way the process seems to drag on forever. It wears you down in ways that are difficult to explain to people who haven't lived it.

This episode gives language to what you might be experiencing and, more importantly, offers a path forward. If you've ever wondered why you feel so exhausted or why the legal process feels like a battlefield, this one will help you feel less alone and more prepared.

Listen if: You're in a high-conflict divorce, dealing with a difficult or manipulative ex, or feel like you're constantly walking on eggshells.

2. The #1 Money Regret I Hear From Divorced Women

After years of working with women through divorce as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, I've seen the same painful financial mistake come up again and again. I share it in this episode, not to create fear, but because I believe if you know what to watch out for, you can make decisions you'll feel good about long after the paperwork is signed.

This is one of the most practical, important episodes I've recorded. I'd encourage every woman navigating a divorce settlement to listen before finalizing anything.

Listen if: You're in the middle of settlement negotiations or making decisions about assets like the family home, retirement accounts, or alimony.

3. Somatic Healing for Emotional Recovery After Divorce

Divorce doesn't just live in your head. It lives in your body. Stress, grief, and trauma have a way of settling into us physically, and sometimes the most important healing work isn't cognitive at all.

This episode explores somatic healing: what it is, how it works, and why it can be such a powerful tool for emotional recovery after divorce. If you've tried to "think your way through" the grief and it hasn't been enough, this conversation may open a new door for you.

Listen if: You're feeling stuck emotionally, physically exhausted, or like the stress of divorce has taken a real toll on your body and nervous system.

4. Saving vs. Investing After Divorce: Where to Start with Your Money

Once the dust settles, one of the most common questions I hear is: What do I do with my money now? This episode breaks it down in a clear, approachable way, with no jargon and no overwhelm.

I walk through how to think about building an emergency fund, when to start investing, and how to prioritize when resources feel stretched. Getting this foundation right makes everything else easier.

Listen if: You're newly single and trying to figure out your financial footing, or you've received a settlement and don't know what to do next.

5. How to Talk to Adult Children About Divorce (Even When They're Grown and It Still Hurts)

There's a common misconception that adult children handle their parents' divorce more easily than young kids. In my experience, that's often not true, and the conversation still requires just as much care and intentionality.

This episode walks through how to approach these conversations with honesty and compassion, how to avoid putting your children in the middle, and how to navigate the complicated emotions that come up on both sides.

Listen if: You have adult children and are struggling with how to talk to them about your divorce, or you're experiencing tension in those relationships as a result of the process.

6. Double the Insight: Divorce Financial Planners Tackle Tough Questions

Two divorce financial planners. Real questions from real people navigating divorce. Honest, practical answers.

This episode is a fan favorite because it covers a wide range of the financial questions that come up most often, from how to handle debt, to what "equitable distribution" actually means, to how to think about long-term financial security. If you've been sitting on a question you're not sure who to ask, there's a good chance it gets answered here.

Listen if: You want clear financial guidance on some of the most common and confusing divorce money questions.

7. Life After Divorce: How to Go From Surviving to Thriving

At some point, you stop just trying to get through each day and start asking a bigger question: What does my life actually look like now?

This episode is for that moment. I talk about what it takes to move from survival mode into a life that feels full, intentional, and genuinely yours. It's one of the most hopeful conversations on the podcast, and a reminder that what's waiting on the other side of divorce can be beautiful.

Listen if: You're starting to come out of the fog and are ready to think about what rebuilding and thriving actually looks like.

8. The 5 Biggest Mistakes People Make During Divorce (And How to Avoid Them)

I created this episode because I kept seeing the same costly, heartbreaking mistakes (financial, legal, and emotional) derail people during divorce. Not because they weren't smart or capable, but because no one had told them what to watch out for.

Consider this your advance briefing. These five mistakes span everything from how you handle the legal process to the financial decisions you make under pressure. Knowing them now could save you significant pain and money later.

Listen if: You're at the beginning of the divorce process, or you want a gut-check to make sure you're not missing something important.

9. Divorce with Intention: How to Show Up and Who to Be During the Journey

How you go through a divorce matters, not just for the outcome, but for who you become on the other side of it.

This is the heart of what I believe about divorce: that even in an incredibly difficult process, you have agency. You get to decide how you show up, what you prioritize, and what kind of person you want to be throughout all of it. This episode explores what intentional divorce actually looks like in practice.

Listen if: You want to navigate your divorce with integrity, clarity, and a sense of purpose, even when it's hard.

10. Deciding to Stay or Go: The Role of Discernment Counseling in Divorce

Not everyone who finds this podcast has already decided to divorce. Some of you are still in that painful in-between, unsure, scared, trying to figure out if your marriage can be saved or if it's time to move forward.

This episode introduces discernment counseling: a specific, thoughtful process designed for couples where one person is leaning out and the other wants to try. It's not marriage counseling. It's a way to get clear, whichever direction that takes you.

Listen if: You're not sure whether to stay or go, or you're early in the process of figuring that out.

Ready to Listen?

Every one of these episodes was created with one intention: to make sure you have the information, support, and clarity you need to move through divorce and to come out the other side with your financial foundation intact and your sense of self even stronger.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Navigating Divorce

What financial mistakes should I avoid during divorce? The most common and costly mistakes include giving up future income for short-term assets (like fighting for the house when you can't afford to keep it), failing to account for taxes on retirement accounts, and not having your own credit established. Episode 2 and Episode 8 above go deep on this.

How do I start rebuilding financially after divorce? Start with the basics: an emergency fund of 3 to 6 months of expenses, then build from there. Episode 4 walks through exactly how to prioritize saving vs. investing when you're starting over.

Is somatic healing effective for divorce recovery? Somatic healing, which works with the body's physical responses to stress and trauma, can be a powerful complement to therapy and other emotional support. Episode 3 covers how it works and why it's worth exploring.

What is discernment counseling and how is it different from couples therapy? Discernment counseling is a short-term process specifically for couples where divorce is on the table. Unlike traditional marriage counseling, the goal isn't necessarily to repair the relationship. It's to help both people get clarity about the right next step. Episode 10 explains this in detail.

How do you talk to adult children about divorce? With honesty, care, and clear boundaries around not putting them in the middle. Episode 5 covers the specific conversations, common pitfalls, and how to protect your relationship with your kids through the process.

Leah Hadley, AFC, CDFA, MAFF is the founder of Intentional Divorce Solutions and a financial expert specializing in divorce financial planning. She works with women navigating divorce to help them make clear, confident financial decisions and build a life they love on the other side.