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Modern Arizona
Brought to you by Arizona Divorce Attorney Billie Tarascio of Modern Law, and Win Without Law School, our mission is to help all families navigate life and law in Arizona.
Episodes
230 episodes
Discipline, Strategy, and Family Law: Cassidy Daugherty’s Winning Approach
In this episode of The Modern Arizona Podcast, Billie Tarascio welcomes Cassidy Daugherty, an expert Family Law Attorney at My Modern Law. Cassidy shares her compelling journey from collegiate athlete to successful attorney, highlighting how th...
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Season 8
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Episode 12
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16:29

Coercive Control: The Hidden Abuse You Need to Know
Coercive control is one of the most dangerous but least understood forms of abuse. Many victims don’t even realize they’re being controlled—until it’s too late.In this episode of The Modern Arizona Podcast, Dr. Lisa Fontes, a leading ex...
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Season 8
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Episode 12
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36:52

Mastering the Courtroom: Israel Ortega on High-Stakes Family Law, Custody Battles & Justice
In this episode of The Modern Arizona Podcast, host Billie Tarascio sits down with Israel Ortega, the newest attorney at Modern Law, to discuss his vast courtroom experience and unique approach to family la...
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Season 8
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Episode 11
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16:30

Blending Families Without Losing Your Mind with Lori And David from Nacho Kids
Step-parenting is hard. Blending families? Even harder. 😅 But Lori & David from Nacho Kids are here to share their game-changing approach to making it work—without constant conflict!💡 In this episode, we cover:...
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Season 8
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Episode 10
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33:09

Smart Money Moves for 2025: Post-Divorce Financial Wins
Wondering how to build financial stability and growth this year? Whether you're recovering from holiday spending, navigating post-divorce finances, or looking for smarter money moves, this episode is packed with expert strategies you can apply ...
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Season 8
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Episode 9
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32:17

Breaking Free: Navigating Breakups, Boundaries & Blended Families with Tracy Wood
🚨 New Episode: The Modern Arizona Podcast 🎙️Breakups are tough—but what happens when you’re not just splitting from a partner, but also navigating shared responsibilities like kids, stepkids, or even pets?Arizona Family Law...
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Season 8
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Episode 8
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35:10

Co-Parenting Without the Chaos: Setting Boundaries & Keeping the Peace with Tessa Noel
Co-parenting after divorce can be really tough, especially when emotions are high and communication is stressful. In this episode of The Modern Arizona Podcast, Arizona Divorce Attorney Billie Tarascio sits down with Tessa Noel,...
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Season 8
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Episode 7
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37:07

Inside Family Law: Challenges, Solutions, and Realities with Rachel Collier
In this episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, Billie Tarascio, owner of Modern Law, sits down with Attorney Rachel Collier to discuss the realities of family law. Rachel shares her journey from Minnesota to Arizona, how she got into law, and w...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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24:55

Co-Parenting with a Narcissistic Ex: Protecting Your Kids and Building Resilience with Dr. Naaila Hudani
Join us on the Modern Arizona Podcast as we talk with Dr. Naaila Hudani, an expert in child development. In this episode, we discuss how to handle the challenges of co-parenting with a toxic or narcissistic ex. Dr. Hudani explains why it's cruc...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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29:11

Helping Kids Heal: Supporting Children Through Divorce with Rebecca Mecham
In this episode of The Modern Arizona Podcast, Billie Tarascio talks with Rebecca Mecham, a forensic and mental health therapist, about how parents can help kids heal from the trauma of divorce. Rebecca explains why curiosity is one of the best...
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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43:03

Blending Bravely: Navigating the Challenges of Stepfamilies with Brittney Phillips
Tune in to the Modern Arizona Podcast where we chat with Brittney Phillips, founder of Blending Bravely. Brittney shares her personal journey through the challenges of blending families, discussing the difficulties step-parents and kids often f...
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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42:18

Navigating Toxic Co-Parenting: Expert Strategies with Dr. Naaila Hudani
In this episode of the Modern Arizona podcast, host Billie Tarascio is joined by Dr. Naaila Hudani, a child developmental specialist with a PhD, who shares her deep personal and professional insights into co-parenting dynamics, especially in ch...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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35:04

Divorce Attorneys Discuss Family Law, Dating, and More!
This episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast highlights the inspiring journey and incredible legal acumen of Kathryn O'Connell. With her unique background in philosophy, peace studies, and gender women's studies, Kathryn brings a compassionate an...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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31:30

Moving Forward After Divorce: Signs, Healing, and Dating with Kate Anthony
In this episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, Billie Tarrascio talks with Kate Anthony, a well-known divorce coach and author. They discuss important signs that show when a marriage might not be fixable and how to handle the decision to end a ...
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Season 7
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Episode 21
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42:53

Arizona’s New Criminal Laws: Ryan McPhie on Justice, Overreach, and Impact
In this episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, Billie Tarascio engages in a compelling conversation with criminal defense attorney Ryan McPhie about the recent changes in Arizona’s criminal law due to two new ballot measures, 313 and 314. <...
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Season 7
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Episode 20
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31:02

Breaking Barriers: Hillary Walsh on Empowering Undocumented Individuals Through Immigration Law
In this episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, we sit down with Hillary Walsh, a respected immigration attorney and founder of New Frontier Immigration Law. Hillary sheds light on the often misunderstood aspects of immigration law, particularly...
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Season 7
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Episode 19
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51:20

What Trump’s Immigration Plans Mean for Arizona: Expert Insight with Jim Hacking
Billie Tarascio and nationally renowned immigration attorney Jim Hacking delve into the current and future state of immigration policy in the U.S. This episode covers urgent concerns about mass deportations, expedited removals, and the potentia...
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Season 7
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Episode 18
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23:26

Healing After Betrayal: A Journey to Self-Trust and Emotional Intimacy
Have you ever wondered how someone recovers from the deep hurt of betrayal?In this podcast episode, host Billie Tarascio talks with Lora Cheadle about her personal journey after discovering her husband's infidelity. Lora shares the inten...
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Season 7
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Episode 17
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32:28
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Fighting for Justice: A Mother's Battle with Domestic Violence, False Accusations, and Family Court Challenges
In this episode of the Modern Arizona podcast, host Billie Tarascio interviews Wendy Bylsma, a litigant who has faced significant trials within the family court system.Wendy shares her grueling experiences, from dealing with domestic violence t...
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Season 7
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Episode 16
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46:28

Navigating Ethical Non-Monogamy, Co-Parenting Challenges, and Teen Dynamics with Therapist Derek Wittman
In this episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, host Billie Tarascio sits down with therapist Derek Wittman for an insightful discussion on ethical non-monogamy. They explore the distinctions between polyamory and polygamy, emphasizing how open ...
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Season 7
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Episode 15
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33:07

Special Edition: A Conversation with Cesar Aleman on Safety, Education, and Law Enforcement
New Special Edition Episode of The Modern Arizona Podcast! Billie Tarascio talks with Cesar Aleman, a state representative candidate, and Worship Minister at Laveen Baptist Church. In his first run for office, Cesar sh...
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Season 7
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Episode 14
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32:34

An Insiders View of Policy, Politics and Propositions in Arizona
Where is Arizona heading? In this fascinating episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, host Billie Tarascio sits down with Junelle Cavero, a fresh face in Arizona’s legislature who was thrust into the center of a high-stakes vote just ho...
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Season 7
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Episode 13
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41:37

Tawni Browning: Exposing Hate, Polygamy, and Cults in Arizona and Beyond
In this episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, host Billie Tarascio welcomes Tawni Browning, who shares her experiences as a mother of five, an undercover investigator, and a producer of A&E's Secrets of Polygamy. The conv...
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Season 7
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Episode 12
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42:18

Laura Metcalfe: Cleaning up school finances in Maricopa County
In this episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, host Billie Tarascio interviews Laura Metcalfe, a candidate for Maricopa County School Superintendent. Laura shares her extensive experience in Arizona's education system, including her pa...
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Season 7
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Episode 11
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40:19

Building a Stronger Mesa: Scott Smith’s Return to Leadership
In this episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, host Billie Tarascio sits down with Scott Smith, former mayor of Mesa and current mayoral candidate. Scott reflects on his previous term from 2008 to 2014, a period marked by the Great Rec...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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58:43
