Best Jennifer L. Grinke and Dana J. Stewart Podcasts (2025)

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EP 19: High-Conflict, High Alert: Staying Safe in Family Law Battles 27:21

21h ago27:21

27:21

In this powerful episode, we’re joined by seasoned martial arts instructor and safety expert, Erik Hicks, to talk about a topic that’s all too common in family law—domestic violence. We unpack the warning signs, explore how abuse patterns tend to escalate over time, and offer practical safety tips for those navigating co-parenting in high-conflict …

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EP 18: From the Sidelines to the Frontlines: A Stepmom’s Role in Family Law Drama 26:46

1M ago26:46

26:46

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, Tori Bradburry opens up about what it’s like being a stepmother in the middle of high-conflict family law litigation. As her husband’s case played out in court, Tori became more than a bystander—she became a source of strength, support, and stability for her blended family. Her story is one of love, frustr…

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EP 17: Happiness in the Heartache: Helping Children and Parents Navigate Divorce and Co-Parenting 26:15

2M ago26:15

26:15

In this heartwarming episode, I chat with Amy Tyson, the founder of Happiness In The Heartache, a company dedicated to supporting children and parents through the challenges of divorce. She shares her expert insights on helping kids process their feelings with creative tools like her children’s books and workbooks, and discusses her journey as a ce…

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EP 16: Gavel to Mediator: Navigating Family Law with a Former Judge 33:31

4M ago33:31

33:31

Ever wondered what goes on behind the bench, or what makes mediation tick? In this episode, we’re joined by Suzanne Wooten, a former District Court Judge turned full-time mediator who’s spilling the tea on everything from courtroom drama to the secrets of successful family law mediation. With insights from both sides of the gavel, she shares pro ti…

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EP 15: The Investigator’s Eye: Solving Family Law Mysteries with Surveillance & Forensics 24:48

5M ago24:48

24:48

In this episode, we’re joined by Daryl Parker with Blackfish Intelligence, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and board-certified criminal defense investigator with over 25 years of experience. Daryl shares how his investigative services can be a game-changer in family law cases, from surveillance and trash analysis to DNA testing and forensics. Daryl exp…

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EP 14: Financing the Future: Divorce Lending Tips for a Smooth Transition 31:25

6M ago31:25

31:25

In this episode, we sit down with Noel Cookman of The Mortgage Institute, a divorce lending specialist with over two decades of experience at the intersection of divorce and mortgage finance. Noel shares his expert insights on how to navigate mortgage financing during a divorce, offering practical advice for both divorce attorneys and clients. By g…

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EP 13: Keeping the Peace: Supervised Visitation Tips for Family Law Cases 25:19

6M ago25:19

25:19

In this episode, we sit down with Rick Willey, owner of Keeping the Peace, LLC, a service dedicated to providing supervised visitations for families in North Texas. As a bailiff for the 417th Judicial District Court of Collin County, Texas, Rick shares his expertise on how supervised visitations can be a vital tool in family law cases. He discusses…

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EP 12: Custody Clarity: Expert Insights on Child Custody Evaluation 28:07

6M ago28:07

28:07

In this episode, Jennifer and Dana were joined by licensed professional counselor Christy Bradshaw Schmidt, a trusted expert in child custody evaluations. With nearly 600 evaluations under her belt, Christy shares her deep insights into the evaluation process, offering expert advice on navigating high-conflict custody disputes. She discusses common…

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EP 11: From Courtroom to Conference Room: The Art of Mediation in Family Law 28:54

7M ago28:54

28:54

In this insightful episode, we’re joined by Stuart Brown, a seasoned family law attorney who has transitioned from the courtroom to full-time mediation. Stuart shares his unique perspective on the mediation process and offers expert advice on how it can help families reach peaceful, practical solutions outside of the courtroom. With years of experi…

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EP 10: From Heartbreak to Homeownership: Empowering Women After Divorce 23:37

7M ago23:37

23:37

In this empowering episode, Jennifer and Dana sit down with two incredible experts— Lindsay Menz, a loan officer with Homestead Financial Mortgage, and Natalie Andrews with CLEAR Title & Apprasial Co.—who are on a mission to help women rebuild their lives after divorce, starting with securing a home. Both of our guests share their personal experien…

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EP 9: From ‘We’ to ‘Me’: A Step-by-Step Guide Through The Divorce Process 22:45

7M ago22:45

22:45

In this episode, Jennifer and Dana discuss the process and steps of divorce from start to finish.By Jennifer L. Grinke and Dana J. Stewart

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EP 8: Substance Abuse & Family Law: A Legal Hangover 23:59

7M ago23:59

23:59

Jennifer and Dana welcome back clinical psychologist, Dr. Kevin Gilliland, to discuss the impact that substance abuse has on your psychological dashboard.By Jennifer L. Grinke and Dana J. Stewart

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EP 7: Mind Over Matter: Navigating Your Psychological Dashboard 24:26

7M ago24:26

24:26

Jennifer and Dana talk with clinical psychologist, Dr. Kevin Gilliland, about the struggles people go through before, during and after their family law case. In this episode, Dr. Gilliland discusses the importance of understanding your psychological dashboard, the struggles people face when dealing with legal issues in the midst of life, and insigh…

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EP 6: Marriage, Mayhem, and Misdemeanors: The Criminal Side of Family Law 28:16

8M ago28:16

28:16

Jennifer and Dana talk with criminal defense attorney Andrew Jee about what happens when family law and criminal law intersect.By Jennifer L. Grinke and Dana J. Stewart

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EP 5: Divorce Dollars and Sense: Navigating Property, Pitfalls, and Hidden Assets 29:14

8M ago29:14

29:14

Jennifer and Dana talk with forensic financial expert Damon Wykrent. Damon helps explain martial property laws, including the difference between separate property and community property, pitfalls people often make when going through divorce, ways to look for hidden assets, and shares tips on how to protect your property in a divorce.…

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EP 4: Drama in the Sandbox: Breaking the Cycle of Conflict for Happier Co-Parenting 29:42

8M ago29:42

29:42

Jennifer and Dana talk with licensed professional counselor Kathleen Schofield. This episode explores the cycle of interpersonal conflict and how it can impact children. Kathleen provides a unique perspective as a mental health professional and shares helpful insight to improving your co-parenting situation.…

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EP 3: From the Gridiron to the Courtroom: An NFL Player’s Journey Through Divorce 21:14

8M ago21:14

21:14

Jennifer and Dana talk with Joe Looney, former Dallas Cowboys player and a client of Grinke Stewart Family Law. Joe’s shares his perspective of going through divorce while playing in the NFL and he provides some insightful and inspirational messages to other parents dealing with a family law matter.By Jennifer L. Grinke and Dana J. Stewart

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EP 2: Custody Chaos: Most Common Mistakes Parents Make (and How to Avoid Them) 16:27

9M ago16:27

16:27

Jennifer and Dana discuss some of most common, and detrimental, mistakes parents make in custody cases. This episode also explores useful tips for keeping the spotlight off of you when it comes to your co-parenting behavior.By Jennifer L. Grinke and Dana J. Stewart

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EP 1: Sidebar Social Origin Story 18:54

9M ago18:54

18:54

Join Jennifer L. Grinke and Dana J. Stewart for the first episode of the Sidebar Social Podcast. In this episode, Jennifer and Dana discuss how they got into the legal field, how they met, and why they decided to start the podcast.By Jennifer Grinke and Dana Stewart

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EP 19: High-Conflict, High Alert: Staying Safe in Family Law Battles 27:21

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EP 18: From the Sidelines to the Frontlines: A Stepmom’s Role in Family Law Drama 26:46

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EP 17: Happiness in the Heartache: Helping Children and Parents Navigate Divorce and Co-Parenting 26:15

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EP 16: Gavel to Mediator: Navigating Family Law with a Former Judge 33:31

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EP 15: The Investigator’s Eye: Solving Family Law Mysteries with Surveillance & Forensics 24:48

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EP 14: Financing the Future: Divorce Lending Tips for a Smooth Transition 31:25

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EP 13: Keeping the Peace: Supervised Visitation Tips for Family Law Cases 25:19

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EP 12: Custody Clarity: Expert Insights on Child Custody Evaluation 28:07

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EP 11: From Courtroom to Conference Room: The Art of Mediation in Family Law 28:54

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EP 10: From Heartbreak to Homeownership: Empowering Women After Divorce 23:37

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EP 9: From ‘We’ to ‘Me’: A Step-by-Step Guide Through The Divorce Process 22:45

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EP 8: Substance Abuse & Family Law: A Legal Hangover 23:59

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EP 7: Mind Over Matter: Navigating Your Psychological Dashboard 24:26

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EP 6: Marriage, Mayhem, and Misdemeanors: The Criminal Side of Family Law 28:16

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EP 5: Divorce Dollars and Sense: Navigating Property, Pitfalls, and Hidden Assets 29:14

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EP 4: Drama in the Sandbox: Breaking the Cycle of Conflict for Happier Co-Parenting 29:42

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EP 3: From the Gridiron to the Courtroom: An NFL Player’s Journey Through Divorce 21:14

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EP 2: Custody Chaos: Most Common Mistakes Parents Make (and How to Avoid Them) 16:27

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EP 1: Sidebar Social Origin Story 18:54

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