Divorce Sucks with Laura Wasser

Laura speaks with Taylor Armstrong from the premiere cast of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. In this riveting interview, the reality star discloses intimate details from behind-the-scenes of her several seasons on the popular BRAVO reality series, including how she survived being brutally beaten by her then husband, all under the glare of the reality TV cameras. During this powerful conversation, Laura uncovers some shocking truths about domestic violence and its effects on the children of abusers and survivors. On The Sunny Side Up Report LAW & JR discover that divorce can also affect your athletic performance, and they explore what makes an ideal Sugar Baby. Kopari Deodorant - Visit KopariBeauty.com/DIVORCE to save $5 off your first order when you subscribe

This week Laura is joined by friend, wellness practitioner, consultant and coach Dr. Noel O'Malley. Listen in as they discuss coupling in modern society vs generations past, Noel shares insights from his former psychology practice and his current couples coaching work—and they even take on online dating profiles! On The Sunny Side Up Report LAW & JR look at how NOT to cost yourself in a divorce, which cities in the US have the highest divorce rates and another lesson on modern dating phrases leads to further broadening of Johnnie's vocabulary. Daily Harvest - Go to Daily-Harvest.com and enter code DIVORCE for 3 free cups in your first box

Golden Globe Winner Kate Hudson joins Laura in the studio today. The actress and the attorney swap stories about raising their own kids with multiple fathers. Kate & Laura discuss the existence of a "monogamy gene," and Kate shares her own experiences growing up in a blended family with mega-famous parents (Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell). She shares what inspires her philanthropic and entrepreneurial pursuits fighting global hunger, and in fashion. On The Sunny Side Up Report Johnnie and Laura discover a wife who’s husband tried to gas her to death (probably not the way you're thinking). JR & LAW unearth more info about the changing rates of divorce around the world, and they consider the merits of the so called, "heartbreak diet."

Laura’s guest today is the former editor of Vanity Fair magazine, Tina Brown. Tina shares with Laura details of her illustrious career and the secrets of her happy marriage. Laura and Tina also discuss Tina's tireless work for women's rights with her organization Women In The World, and her thoughts on the long term impact of movements like #MeToo. On the Sunny Side Up Report, Johnnie and Laura look into South Dakota's famous divorce colony, an article on how a resourceful journalist got divorced without a lawyer, and why the mistress of a Rabbi already on his fifth marriage would happily become wife number 6. Beach Body - Just text DIVORCE to 303030 to start your FREE trial! Kopari Deodorant - Visit KopariBeauty.com/DIVORCE to save $5 off your first order when you subscribe

Laura and cutting edge beauty expert Giuseppe Franco chat about his 35 year history as a celebrity stylist and salon owner in Beverly Hills. He reveals what qualifies him as "the de facto therapist" when he has a client in his chair. Laura and Giuseppe fill us in on the 1st Annual Love Yourself Event that It’s Over Easy held at Giuseppe's salon co-hosted by the luxury auction marketplace Worthy.com and Jennifer Giamo of Fresh Start Fitness. On The Sunny Side Up Report Johnnie and Laura learn more about millennials and the unique ways they break up and uncouple. Laura and Johnnie take a look at the Yoga Journal's Yogi's Guide to Getting Divorced, and they discover that Winona Ryder is “married" to Keanu Reeves.

In honor of Valentine's day, Laura is joined by power couple Shelli and Irving Azoff who discuss their 40+ years of marriage, their success in the music industry, and the effort it takes to make it all work. On The Sunny Side Up Report Laura and Johnnie review some cringe worthy tales of people who were dumped on Valentine's day, find out about some of the celebrity couples celebrating 10 years, and finally a woman who married her best friend...her dog. Daily Harvest - Go to Daily-Harvest.com and enter code DIVORCE for 3 free cups in your first box Kopari Deodorant - Visit KopariBeauty.com/DIVORCE to save $5 off your first order when you subscribe

Laura discusses tips for co-parenting with experienced nanny Laney Downie, Vice President and Placement Counselor at Town & Country Staffing in Northern California Sarah Thigpen shares some of the criteria she looks at when finding the perfect fit between caregiver and family, and renown nanny to the stars Marva Soogrim talks about laying the foundation for divorcing families with a baby. On the Sunny Side Up Report, Johnnie and Laura look at tips for dealing with your partner's ex spouse, examine the best time to introduce a new relationship to your children, and join the growing support for Divorce Registries! Kopari Deodorant - Visit KopariBeauty.com/DIVORCE to save $5 off your first order when you subscribe

Laura and Executive Director @HBCFL Betty Nordwind discuss The Center’s work with low income families, Betty's crusade to empower underrepresented women behind bars, and the important work being done at The Center to help families in need. On The Sunny Side Up Report, Johnnie and Laura discover a man who's phone played some X-rated sound over the PA system at a wedding, one writer's list of lessons she wishes she knew before her divorce, and we learn the going rate for a dating app ghost writer. Just Fab - Go to JustFab.Com/DIVORCE to get your first style for as low as $10 Fab Fit Fun - Check out FabFitFun.com and use code DIVORCE to save $10 off your first box

Laura is joined by Tracy Gray the founder and managing partner of The 22 Fund and founder of the non-profit We Are Enough, as well as Executive in Residence at The Los Angles Cleantech Incubator. Listen in as these two powerful women talk about Tracy's backstory, the importance of investing in women — particularly women of color — and the social and economic trends that further prove women drive our future. The conversation continues with the voices of Gina Hadley and Jenny Galluzo, co-founders of New York’s female networking and placement company, The Second Shift. On the Sunny Side Up Report Johnnie and Laura discover a man who will regret more than just the mistakes he's tattooed onto his abdomen, why Saudi women getting informed of their divorce by text is actually a win, and Johnnie gives his take on the rumors that Prince Charles might be getting a second divorce. Beach Body - Just text DIVORCE to 303030 to start your FREE trial!

Laura goes head to head with Harvey Levin, the host, creator, and executive producer of TMZ, The People’s Court and the new show Raq Rants on BET. Join in as they debate the First Amendment, the need for public record in the court systems, and Harvey reveals to Laura the shocking elements from his own past that ultimately led him to create TMZ. On The Sunny Side Up Report Johnnie and Laura talk about a couple who still have their wedding cake... because they couldn't eat it too, a woman who now sees a piece of herself in her ex, and an article about the divorce rate in America from The Epoch Times leads to a lesson in linguistics. Daily Harvest - Go to Daily-Harvest.com and enter code DIVORCE for 3 free cups in your first box Fab Fit Fun - Check out FabFitFun.com and use code DIVORCE to save $10 off your first box Kopari Deodorant - Visit KopariBeauty.com/DIVORCE to save $5 off your first order when you subscribe

Pop psychotherapist Dr. Jenn Mann, LMFT joins Laura in the studio today. Dr. Jenn is the relationship columnist for InStyle and she is the star of VH1's hit shows "Couples Therapy with Dr Jenn" and "Family Therapy with Dr Jenn." Listen in as Laura and Dr. Jenn talk about artist DMX and his experience in therapy on TV, plus other reality stars who Dr. Jenn has worked with. Laura discusses Dr. Jenn's new book "The Relationship Fix" and they go through each of the 6 steps in the guide to improving sex and repairing relationships. Like @itsovereasy on Instagram for your chance to win an autographed copy of Dr. Jenn Mann’s new book “The Relationship Fix." Fab Fit Fun - Check out FabFitFun.com and use code DIVORCE to save $10 off your first box

On this very special episode of the Divorce Sucks! podcast Laura and Johnnie look back at some of their favorite and poignant moments on the podcast in 2018. With selections from Kris Jenner, Scheana Shay, Jay Mohr, Nicole Boxer, Chelsea Handler, and even Laura's father Dennis Wasser, Esq. you're sure to enjoy listening as much as we enjoying making this one!

This week on a very special episode of the Divorce Sucks! Podcast Laura is joined by professional organizer Beth Penn to discuss how she got into the field, "The Little Book of Tidying" which Beth authored and some tips for decluttering. Then we give you a peak into the RealReal event that included both Beth and Laura along with the RealReal's Chief Authenticator Graham Wetzbarger and Director of Estates for the RealReal Karin Dillie. Fab Fit Fun - Check out FabFitFun.com and use code DIVORCE to save $10 off your first box

This weeks episode is all about anxiety in children and adult especially as it pertains to divorce. Director of the UCLA Center for Child Anxiety Resilience and Support Doctor John Piacentini and Co-Director, Child and adolescent psychiatrist Doctor Patricia Lester join Laura in a fascinating discussion about recognizing anxiety in children of divorce, recommendations for helping anxious kids through divorce, and the effects on adult children of divorce. On the Sunny Side Up report Johnnie and Laura talk about a (lucky?) woman in Australia who received $30,000 to leave her fiance from his parents, the obscene amounts New Yorkers spend on engagement rings, and an article from Refinery29 about lessons learned about dating after a divorce. Fab Fit Fun - Check out FabFitFun.com and use code DIVORCE to save $10 off your first box

On this episode of the Divorce Sucks! podcast Laura is joined by life coaches Erika Feresten and Jeff Stein to discuss their 3 part series from the it's over easy insights blog, "Every Relationship Is Two Inside Jobs." The series includes, "Lego My Ego", "Doing the Marriage Math" and "Ask Not what your partner can do for you, but what you can do for your partner". On the Sunny Side Up Report Laura and Johnnie look at Fatherly's article reacting to the SNL sketch "Dad's Christmas", the potential need for prenups in late life marriages and a discussion of Men over 40 on Tinder leads to a learning opportunity for Johnnie. Just Fab - Go to JustFab.Com/DIVORCE to get your first style for as low as $10 Fab Fit Fun - Check out FabFitFun.com and use code DIVORCE to save $10 off your first box