Schein On

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The podcast that explores high-profile divorces and much more. From Attorney Evan Schein and Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP. Evan Schein is a partner with the firm and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com. A production of pod617.com, the Boston Podcast Network.

  1. 23h ago

    Sleep, Relationships, and the Myth of “Sleep Divorce” with Dr. Wendy Troxel

    Evan opens episode 102 by discussing co-parenting logistics around summer camp during divorce, then introduces the episode’s focus on sleep and relationships with guest Dr. Wendy Troxel, a sleep scientist and clinical psychologist. On the docket, Evan argues most “blindside divorces” reflect long-standing issues, and he frames “pickleball divorce” as a relationship problem, not a sport problem. In overrated/underrated, Evan calls expert witnesses and early prenup discussions underrated, and labels the Stanley Cup and Costco parking lots overrated. Troxel explains sleep is a social behavior, addresses stigma around sleeping separately, outlines the bidirectional cycle between sleep loss and relationship conflict, and recommends communication strategies and a nightly phone-free ritual (high-low-compliment). She notes divorce can disrupt sleep architecture, prioritizing sleep regularity and support, and criticizes the term “sleep divorce,” citing data that 31% of couples sleep apart occasionally.   Topics 00:49 Summer Camp Co-Parenting 03:46 Sleep Episode Setup 04:55 Docket Blindside Divorce 07:17 Docket Pickleball Drama 10:43 Overrated Underrated Begins 10:59 Expert Witnesses Matter 12:51 Prenups Early Talk 14:19 Sports And Costco Rants 18:49 Sponsor Break 20:40 Interview Dr Wendy Troxel 23:12 Social Sleep And Stigma 25:24 Sleep and Relationship Health 26:22 Sleep Communication Loop 28:34 Therapy and Sleeping Apart 31:23 Stigma and Sleep History 34:33 Dating and Chronotypes 37:28 How to Talk About Sleep 39:03 Divorce and Sleep Recovery 42:11 Sleep Divorce Explained 44:58 Gender Differences in Sleep 47:49 Kids and Family Sleep Habits 49:54 Nightly Ritual for Connection 52:28 They Said It Quotes Game 58:18 Infant Sleep Side Topic 01:00:10 Final Wrap and Thanks

    1h 1m
  2. Dr. Rachel Glik on Family Estrangement & the Psychology of No Contact

    Jun 3

    Dr. Rachel Glik on Family Estrangement & the Psychology of No Contact

    Guest Dr. Rachel Glik returns to examine family estrangement, social media’s influence, misconceptions parents have, trauma language, reconciliation steps, when reconciliation may be unsafe, grieving “living loss,” healing despite no contact, pain-to-growth reframing, and forgiveness, reacting to quotes from Anne Lamott, Mark Twain, and Leo Tolstoy. Topics 03:51 Whats on the Docket 04:13 Gray Divorce Reframed 06:34 Co Parenting After Divorce 09:44 Kids See It Coming 11:39 Overrated Underrated 15:17 Mini Golf Red Flags 17:03 Sponsor Break 18:59 Dr Rachel Glick Returns 19:38 Estrangement Trend Explained 21:26 Social Media Therapy Speak 22:06 Parents Blind Spots 23:31 Trauma Labels And Tolerance 24:58 Reconciliation Done Right 26:38 When Reconnection Is Unsafe 28:05 Grieving A Living Loss 30:07 Healing Without Contact 31:49 Pain Into Growth Steps 35:26 Apologies And Forgiveness 37:57 Boundaries With Compassion 39:46 They Said It Quotes Game 48:12 Closing And Final Thoughts

    49 min
  3. Episode 100! A Healthier Divorce with Allison O’Brien

    May 19

    Episode 100! A Healthier Divorce with Allison O’Brien

    Evan and Producer Dave celebrate episode 100 of the Schein On podcast, reflecting on the show’s focus on human stories behind divorce and relationships and previewing guest Allison O’Brien. On the docket, they discuss Carl Pavano’s public prenup fight and how divorce litigation can become humiliating and permanent, especially for children. Allison O’Brien, a communication and leadership development consultant, explains damaging myths about communication, including assumptions about listening and body language, and stresses preparing to listen, using inquiry, and asking strong open-ended questions. She connects listening to leadership trust and workplace wellbeing, shares her TED Talk experience about growing up in a high-conflict divorce and later navigating an amicable divorce and friendship with her ex for her children’s sake, argues divorce isn’t necessarily failure, and warns that blame and ego fuel conflict while collaboration can improve outcomes.   More on Allison: https://www.lq-listeningintelligence.com/   Topics 00:44 Episode 100 Milestone 01:17 Why This Podcast Exists 04:07 Meet Allison OBrien 04:57 Docket Pavano Prenup Drama 06:19 Divorce Gets Personal Public 09:34 Overrated Underrated Begins 10:03 Winning The Divorce Myth 13:22 Reconciliation After Separation 14:43 Food Trucks Take 16:35 Road Trips Relationship Test 23:01 Allison On Listening Myths 25:51 Intent Versus Impact 28:06 Preparing To Listen 32:34 Listening As Leadership 36:05 Workplace Connection Research 39:10 From Work To Divorce 39:22 Her TED Talk Vulnerability 40:00 Fear Before the Talk 41:15 Pride in Amicable Divorce 42:38 Why Divorce Choices Matter 44:36 Breaking the Conflict Cycle 52:41 Childhood Scars and Shame 56:21 Redefining Divorce Success 01:00:39 Blame and Emotional Inertia 01:03:30 Ego Free Co Parenting 01:06:56 Divorce as Leadership 01:09:49 Quotes on Listening Clarity 01:15:57 Knowing People Better 01:20:12 Wrap Up and Thanks

    1h 21m
  4. Robi Schlaff on Domestic Violence & How to Help

    Mar 11

    Robi Schlaff on Domestic Violence & How to Help

    The guest is Robi Schlaff, former director of the Westchester County Office for Women and executive director of the Westchester Family Justice Center, who explains building coordinated domestic violence and child abuse initiatives, including a Domestic Violence High Risk Team and multidisciplinary investigations, and the challenges of implementing policy across agencies and police. She critiques family court delays and discontinuous hearings, addresses misconceptions about domestic violence risk and offender presentation, discusses burnout boundaries, shares a survivor’s courageous public testimony, and advises friends and neighbors not to urge leaving but to connect victims with experts or call police if in immediate danger.   Topics 02:32 The Docket Dear Annie 03:39 Supporting Friends After Divorce 08:40 What Not To Say 11:40 Overrated Staying For Kids 14:02 Prenup Infidelity Clauses 15:50 Reputation In Divorce 16:50 Mocktails And Divorce 18:17 Inventing A Show Mocktail 19:39 Margarita Banter 20:05 Museum Gift Shop Debate 24:27 Meet Robi Schlaff  25:06 Making Change in Government 26:09 What Makes Policy Work 28:37 Family Court Fixes 32:49 Misconceptions in DV Cases 36:06 Public Risks and Outreach 38:39 Burnout and Boundaries 43:41 Leadership Secret Sauce 45:20 Survivor Courage Story 47:11 What Neighbors Should Do 48:27 Episode Wrap and Thanks

    49 min
  5. Filmmaker Elizabeth Lo on ‘Mistress Dispeller’ & Infidelity

    Feb 24

    Filmmaker Elizabeth Lo on ‘Mistress Dispeller’ & Infidelity

    Evan interviews award-winning director Elizabeth Lo about her documentary Mistress Dispeller, following Teacher Wang’s work with a wife, husband, and mistress in China, and explores empathy, cultural “saving face,” legal/ethical challenges, filmmaking style, and the documentary marketplace.   Topics 00:46 Season Intro and Guest Tease 01:17 Producer Banter and Setup 02:40 On the Docket: Shaq Divorce 04:14 Kids and Divorce Reflections 07:46 Parenting After Separation 10:22 Overrated/Underrated Begins 10:50 Legal Takes Business and CPAs 13:56 Co Parenting Communication Rules 15:54 Fun Picks Cornhole and Photobooths 20:38 Introducing Elizabeth Lo 21:29 Mistress Dispeller Origin Story 22:31 Teacher Wang Philosophy on Pain 23:59 Cheating Husbands Beyond Villains 26:01 Wives Culture and Saving Face 27:36 Directing Without Taking Sides 30:00 Editing With Restraint 30:20 Could It Work In The West 31:56 Legal And Ethical Minefields 34:01 Reconsent And Participant Protection 35:27 Mistress Beyond Villainy 36:43 What Mistress Dispelling Reveals 38:14 Participant Reactions And Trust 40:23 Filmmaking Style And Craft 42:15 Motivation And Doc Market Shift 44:19 Monogamy Love And Reflection 47:20 Future Love Stories 49:04 They Said It Quotes Segment 56:28 Documentary As Poetry 01:01:00 Wrap Up And Farewell

    1h 2m
  6. 'Women Money Power’ Author Josie Cox

    Feb 11

    'Women Money Power’ Author Josie Cox

    Evan delves into the complex world of divorce and relationships, spotlighting how financial dynamics impact these processes. The episode features an insightful discussion with journalist and author Josie Cox, who talks about her article on the rise in divorce rates when women out-earn men and her new book, 'Women Money Power: The Rise and Fall of Economic Equality.' The conversation covers the psychological and financial aspects of divorce, societal expectations, and the gender pay gap. Additionally, the episode presents the popular segment 'Overrated Underrated' and explores recent headlines in the world of divorce and family law.   Topics 00:38 Season Six Kickoff and Reflections 03:54 Explosive Divorce Headlines 10:13 Overrated or Underrated: Divorce Edition 19:41 Interview with Journalist Josie Cox 28:38 Generational Shifts in Financial Dynamics 29:25 The Surprising Conservatism of Younger Generations 32:10 The Evolving Perception of Prenuptial Agreements 35:27 Financial Literacy and Gender Inclusion 39:42 The Gender Pay Gap: A Deep Dive 46:21 Addressing Gender Inequality in Professional Sports 52:00 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions 53:01 Fun Segment: They Said It

    1 hr
  7. Dr. Pepper Schwartz: The Future of Relationships & Love

    12/31/2025

    Dr. Pepper Schwartz: The Future of Relationships & Love

    A rich conversation with Dr. Pepper Schwartz, an acclaimed sociologist, sexologist, and bestselling author. Dr. Schwartz discusses the importance of communication and intimacy in relationships, debunks myths about sex and aging, and provides practical advice for individuals at different stages of life. The episode concludes with a segment called 'They Said It,' where Dr. Schwartz offers her perspectives on notable quotes related to love, sex, and relationships.   Topics 02:40 Reflecting on 2025 and Looking Ahead to 2026 04:47 The Power of Pause and Measuring Success 07:18 Reflecting on Past Episodes and Guests 11:21 Discussing Relationships and Marriage 16:06 Dating Post-Divorce and Intimacy 26:12 Financial Planning and Divorce 34:11 End of Year Reflections and Future Plans 38:49 The Physical Benefits of Climax 39:22 Sexuality After Age 50 42:00 Gray Divorce and Sexuality 43:53 Misinterpretations in Human Sexuality 47:56 AI Companions and Relationships 50:25 Reality TV and Marriage 54:12 Politics and Love 57:13 Advice for Different Ages 59:03 Communication in Relationships 01:02:09 Rituals to Keep Chemistry Alive 01:07:56 Famous Quotes on Love and Sex

    1h 17m
  8. 'Outwitting the Manipulator’ Authors Robin Golinski & Dennis Becker

    12/02/2025

    'Outwitting the Manipulator’ Authors Robin Golinski & Dennis Becker

    Evan is joined by communication experts Dr. Dennis Becker and Robin Golinski, co-authors of 'Outwitting the Manipulator.' The episode delves into recognizing and responding to manipulation in real-time, particularly within the context of high-conflict divorces and everyday relationships. Topics include common manipulation tactics such as gaslighting and love bombing, managing post-divorce parenting, and the significance of premarital counseling. The podcast also features a discussion on handling manipulation from leadership in the workplace and offers practical advice for those dealing with manipulators. The episode concludes with the fun segment 'They Said It,' where Evan and guests analyze famous quotes related to manipulation. More on Robin & Dennis at https://www.outwitinrealtime.com/ Find Outwitting the Manipulator: The Podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/outwitting-the-manipulator/id1644706232 Topics 02:39 Holiday Struggles During Divorce 05:48 Co-Parenting During the Holidays 11:18 Life After Divorce: Remarriage and Moving On 13:06 Overrated or Underrated: Fun and Legal Topics 24:06 Interview with Dr. Dennis Becker and Robin Golinski  36:51 Understanding Manipulative Personalities 37:34 Can Manipulators Change? 38:15 Manipulation Tactics in the Workplace 39:29 Mastering Skills to Handle Manipulation 43:11 Manipulation in High Conflict Divorces 44:17 Communicating with a Manipulative Ex 47:06 Spotting Manipulation in Legal Cases 59:09 Quotes on Manipulation 01:04:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    1h 6m
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The podcast that explores high-profile divorces and much more. From Attorney Evan Schein and Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP. Evan Schein is a partner with the firm and leads the firm’s litigation practice. More info at www.berkbot.com. A production of pod617.com, the Boston Podcast Network.

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    pod617 - The Boston Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
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    Clean
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