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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
225 episodes
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

Mayoral Candidate Mark Freeman Talks Managing Mesa's Growth
In this episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, host Billie Tarascio sits down with Mark Freeman, a seasoned public servant and candidate for mayor of Mesa. With over 31 years of experience as the captain of paramedics for Mesa Fire and...
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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41:57

Arizona's ballot measure 313: Should sex traffickers get life in prison?
In this episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, attorney Billie Tarascio sits down with Kayleigh Kozak, the driving force behind Kayleigh's Law, to discuss the pressing issue of sentencing for sex trafficking of minors in Arizona. Kayle...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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22:21

Criminal Prosecution Insights: Maricopa County Attorney candidate Tamika Wooten explains
Ever wonder why some serious crimes, especially those involving teens, seem to result in light sentences like probation or misdemeanors? In this episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, host Billie Tarascio talks with Tamika Wooten, a longtime pr...
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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52:13

The Impact of Military Life In The Courtroom
In this episode of the Modern Arizona Podcast, host Billie Tarascio sits down with attorney Lauren McAlpin to discuss her journey in family law and the unique challenges she faces as both a military spouse and lawyer. Lauren shares her...
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34:47

Transition From Wages To Wealth
When you’re at a crossroads in life—whether due to a major transition like divorce, widowhood, or simply planning for retirement— knowing how to secure your financial future can give you the confidence you need to get through a rough patch. In ...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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26:23
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