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Girl, Wake Up!Answering Your Midlife Wake-Up Call (w/ Co-Authors Dina Alvarez & Dina Aronson)Midlife isn’t a breakdown. It’s a wake-up call.In this honest and eye-opening episode of Girl, Wake Up!, I sit down with Dina Alvarez and Dina Aronson, co-authors of Midlife Private Parts, to talk about what really happens to women in their 40s and 50s-physically, emotionally, sexually and psychologically-and why so many of us feel blindsided.Because no one prepared us.No one told us perimenopause could feel like anxiety, rage, brain fog and clarity all at once. No one told us we might start questioning our marriages, our careers or the...
2026-02-2439 min
Girl, Wake Up!How Narcissists Trap Us (w/ Psychotherapist & Cult Survivor Vanessa Reiser)Narcissistic abuse doesn’t begin with cruelty. It begins with connection.In this episode of Girl, Wake Up!, Amy Polacko sits down with licensed psychotherapist Vanessa Reiser, LCSW, to unpack how narcissists condition, confuse and trap even the smartest, strongest women– and what it actually takes to break free.Vanessa is the author of Narcissistic Abuse: A Therapist’s Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People. A two-time Ironman, she has run across multiple states in a wedding dress to raise awareness about narcissistic abuse and survivor empowerment. Together, we explore how lo...
2026-02-1732 min
Grey Minds Think Ali.KeEpisode 38: Inside Look into FRAMED with Dr. Cocchiola & Amy PolackoThis is your go-to Podcast, where we help parents navigate the complexities of family life. Hosted by Ali Kessler of Greyson’s Choice, we’ll cover everything from understanding domestic violence to navigating the legal system, finding the right therapists, life hacks, family law, mental health, custody battles, and how to protect children in dangerous situations. The Hidden Epidemic of Coercive Control in Family Courts:Get an inside look into the new must-read book, “FRAMED.” Host Ali Kessler welcomes Dr. Christine Cocchiola, an expert on coercive control, and Amy Polacko, founder and CEO of Freedom Warrior...
2026-02-1342 min
Girl, Wake Up!How does Hollywood Control the Narrative About Women? (w/ Producer Aliza Rosen)The ways in which film & television portray women on TV are NOT accidental.In this new podcast episode of Girl, Wake Up! award-winning Los Angeles producer Aliza Rosen takes us behind the scenes of media, storytelling and power to expose how narratives about women are shaped, softened, edited and sometimes erased altogether.From Hollywood to headlines, who gets believed, who gets framed and who gets attention.This episode is a wake-up call for any woman who has ever felt misrepresented, minimized or told her story was “too much,” “too complicated” or “not marketable.”In this...
2026-02-1044 min
Girl, Wake Up!Why Every Woman Needs a Prenup (w/ Attorney Deveney Wells-Gibson)Prenups aren’t about planning for divorce–they’re about planning for yourself.In this episode of Girl, Wake Up!, host Amy Polacko sits down with family law attorney and Prenup Queen Deveney Wells-Gibson for a no-BS conversation about money, marriage, and women’s power. Together, they break down why financial clarity is one of the most radical forms of self-respect-and why more women are choosing prenups and postnups not out of fear, but out of wisdom.If you’ve ever been told that talking about money is “unromantic,” that prenups mean you don’t trust your partn...
2026-02-0343 min
Girl, Wake Up!Starting Over is a Power Move (w/ Divorce Expert Olivia Howell)Starting over isn’t a failure—it’s a declaration.In this episode of Girl, Wake Up!, Amy Polacko is joined by Olivia Howell, founder of Fresh Starts Registry, to talk about why rebuilding your life after divorce is one of the bravest things a woman can do.Olivia created Fresh Starts Registry after her own split, when she realized how little support exists for women starting over quietly, without weddings, baby showers or applause. What she built instead is a powerful community that says: your fresh start matters.Together, we unpack the emotio...
2026-01-2731 min
Girl, Wake Up!Saying Goodbye to Toxic Systems, Mean Girls, & Staying Small (w/ Hype Women Founder Erin Gallagher)If you’ve ever dimmed your light to fit in or keep the peace, this is your sign– it’s time to stop staying small.So many women aren’t playing small because they lack confidence. They’re doing it because they were taught to. In the second episode of the official podcast Girl, Wake Up!, Amy Polacko sits down with Erin Gallagher, creator of the Hype Women movement, to unpack how patriarchy thrives when women stay quiet, compete with each other, and shrink to be liked.Erin explains why being a Hype Woman isn’t just about...
2026-01-2041 min
Girl, Wake Up!The Dirty John Story: A Cultural Shift for Women (w/ Tonia Bales)What if the most dangerous men don’t look dangerous at all?In the launch episode of Amy Polacko's new podcast, Girl, Wake Up!, we go inside the real story of Dirty John with Tonia Bales, the first wife of the man who would later become infamous as one of America’s most notorious con artists and predators.Long before podcasts, Netflix series and headlines, Tonia lived this story from the inside. Her book with Amy Jauman, When You See It: How I Outsmarted & Outlasted Dirty John, shares this incredible backstory.In this powe...
2026-01-1338 min
Narcissist Apocalypse: Patterns of AbuseRerelease: Women In The Family Court Underworld | Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy PolackoIn this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A, Brandon talks with Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko about their new and important book 'Framed: Women In The Family Court Underworld'. Our conversation centers around the struggles of mothers facing abuse in family court, with a focus on validating experiences through the reading of survivor stories and enacting change. Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko also give some personal insights and strategies for navigating family courts, highlighting the importance of advocacy and education to create a more comprehensive approach in the legal system.To purchase Framed: Women In The Family C...
2025-12-2442 min
Girl, Wake Up!Girl, Wake Up! TrailerGirl, Wake Up! is for women who’ve realized the systems were never built to protect us. Join award-winning journalist and divorce/life coach Amy Polacko as she moves past feel-good empowerment and into what actually works: strategy, clarity, and self-reliance. We talk honestly about relationships, money, divorce, power, and self-preservation. Because waiting to be saved isn’t a plan.Premiering January 13th, 2026
2025-12-1500 min
A Fresh StorySimple Tips to Support Yourself: How can I quietly plan to leave my relationship?In this A Fresh Story: Simple Tips to Support Yourself episode, domestic abuse survivor, journalist, and divorce coach Amy Polacko, founder of Freedom Warrior, shares expert-backed guidance on how to quietly and safely plan an exit from a relationship. Drawing from her lived experience, professional coaching practice, and years of reporting on divorce and domestic abuse, Amy walks listeners through the early, often invisible stages of preparing to leave—especially when safety, finances, or emotional well-being are at stake.Listeners will learn practical divorce recovery tips focused on self-protection and preparation, including how to manage digital privacy, cr...
2025-12-1211 min
Our Prenup LawyerAmy Polacko, Freedom Warrior -Divorce coach, Journalist, and Founder of Freedom WarriorMeet Amy Polacko, Freedom Warrior. Amy is a divorce coach, journalist, and founder of Freedom Warrior, a coaching practice dedicated to empowering women to rebuild their lives after divorce and break free from unhealthy or controlling relationships. A survivor and advocate herself, Amy uses her personal experience and professional training to guide clients through the emotional, legal, and practical challenges of ending a marriage. Through Freedom Warrior, she offers one-on-one coaching, workshops, and community support designed to help women reclaim their confidence and independence. Amy is also a passionate speaker and advocate for systemic change in how society and...
2025-12-1127 min
The Gaslight Effect PodcastFramed By The System: Amy Polacko On The Abuser's Playbook In Family CourtIn this episode of The Gaslight Effect Podcast, Dr. Robin Stern sits down with award-winning journalist, divorce coach, and advocate Amy Polacko, co-author of Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld. Together, they explore how gaslighting and coercive control extend far beyond personal relationships—and into the legal systems meant to protect survivors. Amy shares her own journey through divorce and the family court system, offering a rare insider's perspective on how abusers weaponize the courts to maintain control. From financial gaslighting and emergency custody motions to the misuse of mental health records, Amy and Ro...
2025-11-0444 min
Bitch Is A Bad Word: A Domestic Violence Podcast on Healing and EmpowermentHow To Spot Coercive Control & Reclaim Your Power | Amy PolackoShe thought she married a charming, successful man. Instead, she ended up trapped in a controlling, emotionally abusive marriage that nearly broke her.In this episode of Bitch Is A Bad Word, journalist and divorce coach Amy Polacko opens up about her own experience with a covert narcissist—a partner who manipulated, isolated, and gaslit her behind closed doors. She explains how smart, accomplished women like her often find themselves stuck in relationships that look perfect on the outside but feel like walking on eggshells inside.Amy helps women spot the warning signs of...
2025-09-161h 13
Voice2ChangeWomen in the Family Court Underworld: Stories of Survival, Coercive Control, and the Fight for JusticeIn this episode of the Voice2Change podcast by Jane Doe No More, host Jocelyn Maminta sits down with Dr. Christine Marie Cocchiola and Amy Polacko for a deep dive into the hidden realities of coercive control and abuse in the family court system. They also disuses the book they co-authored "Women in the Family Court Underworld," sharing firsthand accounts from their work supporting survivors. In this conversation they uncover the dark side of family courts where abusers often manipulate the system to continue their control. The conversation also discusses the motivations behind writing their book, systemic...
2025-09-1139 min
Flying FreeCould You Be FRAMED in Family Court? [338]So you’re getting out of your emotionally and spiritually abusive marriage (congratulations, by the way, you’re a hero), and you think the hard part is over? Honey, buckle up. This episode pulls back the curtain on what actually goes down in family court and why women like you and me need to step into the CEO role of our divorce process.I talk with Amy Polacko, a woman who’s been through it, wrote a book about it, and now helps other women survive it. We cover everything from strategic silence and choosing the right attorn...
2025-07-2941 minFlying FreeCould You Be FRAMED in Family Court? [338]So you’re getting out of your emotionally and spiritually abusive marriage (congratulations, by the way, you’re a hero), and you think the hard part is over? Honey, buckle up. This episode pulls back the curtain on what actually goes down in family court and why women like you and me need to step into the CEO role of our divorce process.I talk with Amy Polacko, a woman who’s been through it, wrote a book about it, and now helps other women survive it. We cover everything from strategic silence and choosing the right attorn...
2025-07-2941 min
Women Winning Divorce: A Lawyer’s Guidance On Navigating An Unhappy Marriage & Protecting Your Financial Assets With Heather B. Quick, Esq.#164 How The Divorce System Profits From Women's Pain—And What We Can Do About ItWhat if the system meant to protect women and children during divorce is actually empowering their abusers?In this eye-opening episode, Heather Quick is joined by Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko to unpack the devastating realities of coercive control, toxic co-parenting, and the family court system’s shocking failure to protect survivors. If you’ve ever felt unheard or powerless during a custody battle, this conversation will resonate deeply—and offer real-world guidance.Learn how coercive control operates behind the scenes in courtrooms—and why it’s so hard to prove.Discover why many women are financ...
2025-04-2147 min
The Release PodcastWhy You Should Care About No-Fault Divorce, with Amy PolackoMost married people know very little about divorce, and prefer to keep it that way. But what they don’t know, can hurt them, and those they love. For a lifetime.
My guest this week learned that the hard way during her own divorce process, and in the aftermath of launching a small women’s support group that led her from her original career as an investigative reporter…to her new life as the Freedom Warrior. A certified coach and divorce specialist, Amy Polacko has dedicated herself to helping people distinguish between frustration and abuse…and deter...
2025-04-0140 min
Cults, Culture & Coercion with Dr. Steve HassanFramed: Women in the Family Court Underworld with Dr. Christine M. Cocchiola and Amy PolackoEver hear the term coercive control? Did you know the UK government made it a crime? It is the application of undue influence methods and techniques used by a person, typically a man against a partner to do what I have been calling mind control- as in my BITE Model. However, women especially need to know what the techniques are and how to navigate a family court system in the USA which is largely ignorant and children and women are being greatly harmed. Dr. Cocchiola holds a doctorate in social work, is a licensed clinical social worker, is a...
2025-01-271h 01
Crime AnalystSara Sharif: Exposing Family Court Judges Who Give Abusers Custody with Dr Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko, Part 2Sara Sharif’s killers, Urfan Sharif and Beinash Batool, were sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday 17 December 2024. It was a Family Court Judge who delivered Sara into the hands of her torturers and killers, despite Sharif’s extensive history of abuse against three women and two children.Sara’s case is not an anomaly. Nearly every six days in the USA a child is killed amid a custody dispute or catastrophic family court decision. Join Laura, Dr Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko as they expose catastrophic failures in Family Courts where children are placed...
2024-12-191h 04
Talks with Dr ShaferFRAMED: Exposing the Role of the Family Court System in AbuseTrigger warning: Abuse and the Family Court System are discussed in this episode.
In this moving episode of Talks with Dr. Shafer, Dr. Shafer welcomes authors Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko to discuss their book 'Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld.' The conversation delves into the experiences of women navigating the family court system while facing coercive control and abuse, and how experts Dr Cocchiola and Amy Polacko are bringing awareness to this harrowing reality. They share their personal journeys, the importance of storytelling, and the systemic issues within family courts t...
2024-12-1749 min
Crime AnalystSara Sharif: Exposing Family Court Judges Who Give Abusers Custody with Dr Christine Cocciola and Amy Polacko, Part 1By the time 10-year-old Sara Sharif died, she had suffered more than 25 broken bones - 100 separate internal and external injuries - including a traumatic brain injury. Sara was failed by everyone. The risks were undoubtedly known to the senior judge who presided over all three family court cases and when Sara’s abusive father applied for her to live with him, the judge ultimately sanctioned the order which delivered her into the hands of her killers. How did this happen?Listen to Laura’s urgent and timely episode which is an exposé of Family Court...
2024-12-171h 13
Divorce etc... hosted by the exEXPERTS (T.H. and Jessica)How to Build a Divorce Strategy | S4, Ep. 44There's a lot to consider when going through a divorce and the more prepared you are, the better. It's important to have a strategy so you can weigh all of your options with a clear head, and not get caught up in the emotional turmoil. In this episode, Amy Polacko explains how to build a divorce strategy so you can avoid mistakes and claim your independence to move forward. (Guest: Amy Polacko, Certified Coach and Divorce Specialist)
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2024-12-0828 minNarcissist Abuse SupportThe Family Court Underworld: Coercive Control & Survival Stories | Christine Cocchiola & Amy PolackoSubscribe in a reader
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Today we have a powerful and crucial discussion about coercive control and the family court underworld. My guests are the incredible Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko, both survivors of domestic abuse who work daily with victims navigating the often harrowing family court process. In this video, we’ll cover: 1. What coercive control is and how it’s wielded in abusive relationships. 2. Why not all coercive controllers are narcissists, but almost all narcissists use...
2024-12-0700 min
Grey Minds Think Ali.KeEpisode 7: Inside Look into FRAMED with Dr. Cocchiola & Amy PolackoThis is your go-to Podcast, where we help parents navigate the complexities of family life. Hosted by Ali Kessler of Greyson’s Choice, we’ll cover everything from understanding domestic violence to navigating the legal system, finding the right therapists, life hacks, family law, mental health, custody battles, and how to protect children in dangerous situations. The Hidden Epidemic of Coercive Control in Family Courts:Get an inside look into the new must-read book, “FRAMED.” Host Ali Kessler welcomes Dr. Christine Cocchiola, an expert on coercive control, and Amy Polacko, founder and CEO of Freedom Warrior D...
2024-12-0642 min
Tell Me How You're Mighty: Real Talk About Cheating66. Gender Bias in Family Court: An Interview with Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy PolackoIn this interview with therapist Dr. Christine Cocchiola and investigative journalist Amy Polacko we discuss gender bias in family court. Both women have experienced domestic violence and in their book Framed, they shared the stories of women whose abusers weaponized the legal system against them in divorce and custody fights. Cocchiola and Polacko give pointers on what to look for before you get involved with these characters and how you can protect yourself.
2024-12-0342 min
The Divorce Survival Guide PodcastEpisode 297: Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld with Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko (Family Court Awareness Month)We kick off Family Court Awareness Month with Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko as we talk about their new book, Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld. This collection of 22 women's stories raises awareness about the systemic issues plaguing family courts, aiming to ignite awareness about the family court crisis by sharing the voices of those directly impacted. In this episode, Dr. Cocchiola and Polacko highlight the deep-seated misogyny and financial exploitation within family courts, emphasizing that this isn't just a U.S. issue—it's a global crisis that affects women of all races, demographics, and so...
2024-11-1141 min
Divorce Coalition LivePost Separation Abuse via InstitutionsPost Separation Abuse via Institutions with Guests, Dr. Christine Cocchiola, DSW, LCSW and Amy Polacko, Divorce Coach & Journalist. Divorce Coalition - Educating Divorce Professionals on Working with Domestic Abuse Survivors www.DivorceCoalition.org https://www.divorcecoalition.com/donate-now5 KEY ITEMS TO LEARN:What is Post Separation Abuse?Why do we need to discuss the oppression of women within institutions?Why are the stories in your book relevant for all women and all individuals who care about women and rights?Can you discuss the institutional betrayal and the trauma suffered via our family court system?How can we...
2024-11-0638 min
Strangers on the InternetGuest Chat: Defusing Emotional Predators with Steven WolhandlerIrina speaks with dispute resolution specialist Steven Wolhandler, who uses his dual background in law and psychology to help people handle emotional predators. The author of "Protecting Yourself from Emotional Predators: Neutralize the Users, Abusers, and Manipulators Hidden Among Us," Steven dispenses practical advice on how to recognize, avoid, and if need be defuse personality-disordered individuals at work and in the private sphere. Whether you have to raise a child with an emotional predator or are trying not to date such individuals in the first place, this episode will guide you through recognizing destructive pathologies and throwing off predators...
2024-10-0751 min
Women on Wealth, By Women For WomenFramed: Women in the Family Court UnderworldJoin host Julina Ogilvie as she interviews Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko, authors of Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld. They discuss the inspiration behind their book, exploring the struggles women face in the family court system, the impact of Jennifer’s Law, and the lack of court training. The conversation covers financial burdens, finding the right attorney, and the stigma around domestic abuse. A must-listen for anyone looking to understand the challenges women face in their pursuit of justice. Show Highlights:The impetus to the book, Framed (2:54)What is Jennifers' Law? (4:24)Who...
2024-10-0437 min
Narcissistic Abuse RehabExploring "Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld" with Dr. Christine Cocchiola + Amy PolackoIn this episode, our host Manya Wakefield sits down with Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko, co-authors of the newly released book “FRAMED: Women In The Family Court Underworld”.
Dr. Cocchiola and Amy Polacko bring a wealth of experience and insight into the challenges women face in family court, especially when dealing with coercive control and domestic abuse. Dr. Cocchiola, a trauma-trained therapist and educator, and Amy Polacko, an award-winning journalist and divorce coach, discuss their groundbreaking work and the critical need for systemic reform. Together, they offer practical strategies for women navigating the lega...
2024-10-0129 min
Podcast on Crimes Against WomenUnmasking Misogyny in Family Courts: The Call for Transformative ChangeCan the family court system really be trusted to protect victims of abuse? Join us for a powerful and eye-opening episode as we welcome Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko, authors of the groundbreaking book "Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld." Together, we tackle the systemic issues that plague family courts, often framing women as perpetrators rather than victims. Through their personal and professional experiences, Dr. Cocchiola and Amy Polacko reveal how patriarchal social conditioning and ingrained misogyny perpetuate these injustices, emphasizing the urgent need for greater awareness and education among legal and mental health professionals....
2024-09-3052 min
Genesis The PodcastUnmasking Misogyny in Family Courts: The Call for Transformative ChangeCan the family court system be a perpetuator of misogyny? Join us as we uncover the profound influence of patriarchal social conditioning on this vital institution. We welcome Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko, authors of "Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld," who share their compelling expertise and personal experiences. They reveal how women are often unfairly painted as problematic parents in cases involving coercive control and domestic abuse, and we underscore the pressing need for systemic change to protect victims and their children.Through gripping narratives from survivors like Michelle, Lucy, and Charlotte, we highlight...
2024-09-2351 min
Next Up: NarcissismEpisode 22: FRAMED: Women in the Family Court Underworld with Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko“This is for everyone. Everyone needs to learn how to identify the reg flags within the family court system and how to navigate this process, particularly in custody cases when you have very little support behind you,” begins Dr. Z. Joining her this week are Dr. Christine Marie Cocchiola, known as Dr. C, a coercive control educator and researcher, and Amy Polacko, an award-winning journalist and divorce coach. Both women, having survived domestic abuse, have turned their personal pain into a mission for change. Their newly released book, “Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld,” shines a spotlight on the dama...
2024-09-2046 minCults, Culture & Coercion with Dr. Steve HassanUnderstanding Coercive Control in Families with Dr. Christine CocchiolaHave you ever learned from an expert in coercive control? Ever thought about the authoritarianism in a family structure? Maybe you or someone you know were married to a narcissist or knows of children being manipulated by an abusive parent. My latest guest, social worker Christine Cocchiola, is an expert on adult and child victims of coercive control. Dr. Christine Cocchiola has a doctorate in Social Welfare, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and is a tenured Social Work professor. Dr. Cocchiola also has a brand-new book with co-author Amy Polacko called Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld...
2024-09-161h 00
Fake Love and Flying MonkeysFramed - Women in Family Court Underworld with Dr Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko.In their book "Framed - Women in the Family Court Underworld ", Dr. Christine and Amy Polacko expose the disturbing realities within the family court system. In this episode, they discuss their new book FRAMED: Women in the Family Court Underworld which highlights the struggles of mothers facing coercive control and narcissistic abuse. Learn how abusers manipulate the system and why family court often fails to protect victims. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that aims to inspire change and support those impacted by these injustices. Support the Show on Apple PodcastsIf Fake Love has helped you, us...
2024-09-1444 minFake Love and Flying MonkeysNarcissism and Coercive Control with Dr Christine Cocchiola Dr Christine is a Coercive Control Educator, Researcher & Survivor. In this episode, I speak with Dr. Christine M. Cocchiola, DSW, LCSW. She is a college professor teaching social work for the last 20 years and a social justice advocate for a local domestic violence agency, since the age of 19. Her expertise is in the areas of coercive control and the traumatic experiences of adult and child victims, diligently supporting these vulnerable populations. Dr. C., a Founding Member of the International Coercive Control Conference and a Board Member of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, has supported codifying coercive control, writing nu...
2024-09-0349 min
Flip Your Lid with Kim HoneycuttFramed: How Women Learn to Survive the Court System with Dr. Cocchiola and Amy PolackoIn this episode, Kim Honeycutt welcomes Amy Polacko and returning guest Dr. Christine Cocchiola, co-authors of FRAMED: Women in the Family Court Underworld. Amy and Dr. Cocchiola bring their combined expertise to shed light on the complex and often hidden struggles within the family court system. Together, they explore the profound impact of these systemic issues on individuals and communities, emphasizing the importance of resilience, healing, and advocacy. This episode delves into the interconnectedness of trauma, systemic injustice, and the vital role of support systems and grassroots movements in driving meaningful change.What They Discuss:Amy...
2024-08-2049 min
The Rising Beyond PodcastEp 112: How Women are Framed in the Family Court System with Dr. Cocchiola and Amy PolackoOur family court system continues to harm families on a daily basis. If you are a survivor of domestic violence, coercive control, or narcissistic abuse and share children with your ex-partner, you are likely experiencing this firsthand.But what can we do about it?We are creating an army of advocates who are passionate about creating massive changes within our larger systems. And today I have the honor of talking with two of the women on the front lines of this fight, Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko.In this episode, you are go...
2024-08-1448 min
The Divorce and Beyond® Podcast with Susan Guthrie, Esq.Betrayed by the System: Family Courts on Trial in New Bestseller by Authors, Amy Polacko and Dr. Christine Cocchiola on The Divorce and Beyond Podcast #355Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy Polacko are back, and we couldn't be more excited! These two incredible guests are returning to share insights from their brand-new book, Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld, now available for pre-order. The book sheds light on the systemic issues within the family court system, particularly how it affects women navigating through cases involving coercive control and post-separation abuse.
In this episode, Amy and Dr. Christine share harrowing real-life stories (straight from their book), highlighting the deep-rooted misogyny and systemic flaws in the current judicial family court process.
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2024-08-1247 minNarcissist Apocalypse: Patterns of AbuseFRAMED: Women In The Family Court Underworld | With Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy PolackoIn this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A, Brandon talks with Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko about their new and important book 'Framed: Women In The Family Court Underworld'. Our conversation centers around the struggles of mothers facing abuse in family court, with a focus on validating experiences through the reading of survivor stories and enacting change. Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko also give some personal insights and strategies for navigating family courts, highlighting the importance of advocacy and education to create a more comprehensive approach in the legal system. To purchase Framed: Women In The Family...
2024-08-0942 min
Narcissist Apocalypse: Patterns of AbuseFRAMED: Women In The Family Court Underworld | With Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy PolackoIn this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A, Brandon talks with Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko about their new and important book 'Framed: Women In The Family Court Underworld'. Our conversation centers around the struggles of mothers facing abuse in family court, with a focus on validating experiences through the reading of survivor stories and enacting change. Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko also give some personal insights and strategies for navigating family courts, highlighting the importance of advocacy and education to create a more comprehensive approach in the legal system. To purchase Framed: Women In The Family Court Underworld, click h...
2024-08-0944 minNarcissist Apocalypse: Patterns of AbuseFRAMED: Women In The Family Court Underworld | With Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy PolackoIn this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A, Brandon talks with Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko about their new and important book 'Framed: Women In The Family Court Underworld'. Our conversation centers around the struggles of mothers facing abuse in family court, with a focus on validating experiences through the reading of survivor stories and enacting change. Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko also give some personal insights and strategies for navigating family courts, highlighting the importance of advocacy and education to create a more comprehensive approach in the legal system. To purchase Framed: Women In The Family C...
2024-08-0942 min
Out of Crazytown: Your Guide to Divorcing a Narcissist🖼️ FRAMED: Women in the Family Court UnderworldDr. Chrisitne Cocchiola and Amy Polacko discuss their new book, Framed, which shares stories that are five-alarm warnings from real women around the world. These two authors are survivors of domestic abuse themselves and wrote this book to expose the atrocities of the family court underworld and provide women with validation and education as well.
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2024-07-3036 min
Why She StayedCoercive Control and being FRAMED by the Abuser in Family Court- with Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy PolackoOn this episode I am joined by Dr. Christine Cocchiola & Amy Polacko to discuss what coercive control is and how it plays out in the family court system where women are often FRAMED by their abuser as being the one to blame and how education about the "abuser's playbook" can help speak real change.Their new book "FRAMED: Women in the Family Court Underworld" is available now for pre-order in the link below:https://www.amazon.com/Framed-Women-Family-Court-Underworld/dp/B0DB6MNR2WGuest Social Media Links:Dr. Cocchiola's...
2024-07-3049 minStrangers on the InternetGuest Chat: Fighting Coercive Controllers with Dr. Christine Cocchiola and Amy PolackoOn this episode, Irina speaks with clinician Dr. Christine Cocchiola and divorce coach Amy Polacko about their new book "Framed: Women in the Family Court Underworld." These coauthors describe the devastating consequences that many women experience when they try to leave their abusers and to protect their children during and after divorce. The podcast guests explain how courts often let coercive controllers run loose and what victims can do to stand up to physical, emotional, financial, legal, and other forms of abuse. The conversation delves into both the need for education on coercive control and legislative change to address...
2024-07-2958 min
Perfect Prey: A Coercive Control PodcastDr. C Expert in Coercive Control Interviews Amy Polacko Divorce Coach & Co-Author of the Book FRAMEDDr. Christine and Amy Polacko expose the disturbing realities within the family court system. In this episode, they discuss their new book FRAMED: Women in the Family Court Underworld which highlights the struggles of mothers facing coercive control and narcissistic abuse. Learn how abusers manipulate the system and why family court often fails to protect victims. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that aims to inspire change and support those impacted by these injustices.
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2024-07-2227 min
Divorce Coalition LiveLife After Toxic Relationships with Guest, Amy PolackoLife After Toxic Relationships with Amy Polacko, Founder & CEO at Freedom Warrior Divorce Coaching, Award-Winning Journalist, and Public Relations Consultant and Host, CDC Certified Divorce®, Women’s Empowerment, Pre-mediation Coach. More about Amy... Amy Polacko is a Freedom Warrior - and is committed to helping women live life on their terms during/after a toxic relationship or divorce.As a divorced single mom, she is passionate about coaching women one-on-one and founded the empowerment group Strong Savvy Women to provide support, inspiration, and guidance to single women. Amy is an award-winning journalist who sheds light on women's issues inc...
2024-06-2543 minThe Divorce and Beyond® Podcast with Susan Guthrie, Esq.Divorce Decoded: Become the CEO of Your Divorce with Amy Polacko on The Divorce and Beyond Podcast #339Join Susan Guthrie as she welcomes back Amy Polacko! Amy shares invaluable insights on how to take control of your divorce journey and become the CEO of your divorce. In fact, understanding divorce's emotional, legal, and financial aspects is crucial to avoid costly mistakes.
In this episode, Amy highlights the common misconceptions surrounding divorce and the role of a divorce attorney. She emphasizes that relying solely on legal counsel may not provide adequate education about the divorce process and advocates for proactive education and empowerment before embarking on the journey.
With her extensive background as a...
2024-03-2545 min
Legal Listening: The Fox Rothschild LLP PodcastLife After Love Gone Wrong - Episode OneEpisode One: The Truth Behind Coercive Control
Guided by a tragic story that rocked the Tri-State area last summer, Sandra Fava’s podcast returns with a look at the twin poisons of parental alienation and coercive control.
Joined by Amy Polacko, a journalist and divorce coach, the episode dispels myths surrounding the two terms and explores how Hollywood stories shed additional light on these issues and situations.
With an inside look at coercive relationships and tips on protecting yourself, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
2023-12-2031 minLegal Listening: The Fox Rothschild LLP PodcastLife After Love Gone Wrong - Episode OneEpisode One: The Truth Behind Coercive Control
Guided by a tragic story that rocked the Tri-State area last summer, Sandra Fava’s podcast returns with a look at the twin poisons of parental alienation and coercive control.
Joined by Amy Polacko, a journalist and divorce coach, the episode dispels myths surrounding the two terms and explores how Hollywood stories shed additional light on these issues and situations.
With an inside look at coercive relationships and tips on protecting yourself, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
2023-12-2031 min
Your Next Great ChapterFreedom fighting with Amy PolackoAmy Polacko is an award winning journalist who survived a narcissist nightmare and now helps women to create an amazing next chapter after divorce or a toxic relationship. For more information on her work check out her website www.freedomwarrior.info and https://www.facebook.com/freedomwarriortribehttps://www.instagram.com/freedomwarriortribe
2023-11-3034 minThe Divorce and Beyond® Podcast with Susan Guthrie, Esq.Busting the Top 5 Myths of Domestic Abuse with Amy Polacko on The Divorce and Beyond Podcast #317Amy Polacko, Divorce and Empowerment Coach and Investigative Journalist returns to The Divorce & Beyond podcast with Susan Guthrie. Amy is here to help bust the top five myths of domestic abuse. The myths being busted are prominent and often repeated time and again. We must raise awareness so we don’t perpetuate these myths and continue to cause incredible harm.
Amy Polacko is committed to helping women live on their terms during/after a toxic relationship or divorce. As a divorced single mom, she is passionate about coaching women one-on-one and founded the empowerment group Strong Savvy Wo...
2023-10-2347 minNarcissistic Abuse RehabHow Family Court Enabled The Coercive Control of Catherine Kassenoff featuring Amy PolackoIn Episode 20 of the Narcissistic Abuse Rehab Podcast, we explore the topic ‘How Family Court Enabled The Coercive Control of Catherine Kassenoff,’ in an exclusive interview with renowned journalist and divorce coach, Amy Polacko.
Catherine alleged that she suffered years of punishing post-separation abuse from her ex-spouse, Allan Kassenoff. We analyze how biases in the family court system allegedly allowed Allan to use a psychological theory that has been discredited and debunked by the American Bar Association, the American Psychology Association, and the UN to gain sole custody and wage an endless campaign of psychological terror that ended in...
2023-07-2542 min
Divorce and Mortgage StrategiesEP: 44.23 - How a Divorce Coach holds a crucial role on your divorce team with Amy Polacko, Certified Divorce CoachJoin John Marroni, CDLP®, with the Divorce Lending Association as he interviews Certified Divorce Coach, Amy Polacko. Amy Polacko is a master certified coach who guides women before, during and after the divorce process. A divorced single mom herself, she also runs a support group for single women called Strong Savvy Women. She lives in Ridgefield, Connecticut but her clients span the country. Amy is also an award-winning journalist and advocate for women, writing in national news outlets on divorce, domestic abuse, coercive control, narcissism and singlehood. Her goal is to e...
2023-06-2119 min
Fearlessly Facing Fifty And BeyondEP183: Overcoming obstacles and finding your inner warrior with Amy PolackoIn today's episode meet Amy Polacko. She is the Freedom Warrior. She’s a divorce coach and journalist, whose writing about divorce and women’s issues has been featured in national media. In this episode, she talks about how she empowers women to create an amazing next chapter in their lives, after a divorce or toxic relationships. Amy’s both a coach and a cheerleader, helping women discover who they truly are, and encouraging them to start focusing on themselves. Her clients gain confidence, clarity, and the power they need to create a plan for their lives.Amy Pol...
2023-03-0640 minWomen on Wealth, By Women For WomenSafeguarding Your Financial IndependenceAmy Polacko, Founder & CEO of Freedom Warrior Divorce Coaching and an award-winning journalist, and Julina discuss the importance of financial independence for women, especially in a divorce. Amy references her recent story for the British online newspaper, The Independent, on why women are jealous but cheering Gisele Bundchen's ability to divorce Tom Brady so quickly. They also discuss how society contributes to some of these financial roles for men and women. Lastly, Amy will advise on maintaining financial independence while in a marriage or for those thinking about a divorce. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider l...
2023-02-1637 minStrangers on the InternetGuest Chat: Second Marriage in the Second City with Prof. Talia Lerner and Phillip NightingaleJoin Irina and Michelle as they talk to their first guest couple (and first male guest altogether) on the podcast! Northwestern University neuroscientist Prof. Talia Lerner did not think that a heavily tattooed former military sniper would be in her romantic future, and yet that is how the dating app process shook out in the end. Phillip Nightingale proved to be the interesting, open-minded, poetry-writing partner that would turn into a capable stepdad to her son and involved father to their subsequent daughter together. Our Chicago-dwelling couple came from different socioeconomic classes, ethnic backgrounds, and religions, and via therapy...
2023-01-3146 minStrangers on the InternetGuest Chat: How to Survive Divorce and Break-ups with Amy PolackoOn this final episode of season 1, Irina and Michelle talk to divorce coach and journalist Amy Polacko. She tells her story of overcoming two divorces and being a happy, successful single mom and entrepreneur. Hear Amy's top advice on how to get over every sort of break-up and leave narcissistic abuse behind. How long should you wait to date again after a divorce or break-up? If you're a parent, what is the right time to introduce a significant other to your child? Is there still a stigma against dating people who have been previously divorced, and are they actually...
2022-12-1955 minThe Divorce and Beyond® Podcast with Susan Guthrie, Esq.Special Bonus Episode EMPOWERED: How a New Family Court Law is (and isn’t) Helping Some Victims of IPV with Amy Polacko on Divorce and Beyond #270As November is Family Court Awareness Month which closely follows on the heels of Domestic Violence Awareness month in October, Susan Guthrie, Esq. brings you a special Bonus Episode where the two topics are joined. Susan chats again with Investigative Journalist and Coach, Amy Polacko to shine a light on what the laws do and do not do to protect victims of intimate partner violence and coercive control, what has been done and what more needs to be done.
Amy Polacko recently wrote a revealing article for Ms. Magazine entitled, "Empowered: Women Tell Family Court Judges of E...
2022-11-1033 minThe Divorce and Beyond® Podcast with Susan Guthrie, Esq.Get Wise to the Tricks and Traps of Toxic People: Avoiding Narcissists and Sociopaths in Your Life with Former Investigative Journalist and Divorce Coach, Amy Polacko #256Susan Guthrie, Esq. is joined by Freedom Warrior and Divorce Coach Amy Polacko on this episode of The Divorce & Beyond podcast. Together they discuss critical information you need to know about the dangers that exist as you look for love.
Amy Polacko is on a mission to teach women about the dangers of online dating and about the devastation toxic relationships can cause. The goal of this episode is to help listeners avoid toxic relationships, know the signs if you are in one, take steps to escape the toxicity and get to a place of healing. Susan an...
2022-08-2947 min
The Rewrite...A Podcast about Divorce, Choice & New BeginningsAmy Polacko, Freedom WarriorAmy Polacko is the Freedom Warrior. She’s a divorce coach and journalist, whose writing about divorce and women’s issues has been featured in national media. In this episode, she talks about how she empowers women to create an amazing next chapter in their lives, after a divorce or toxic relationship. Daniel and Wendy discover that Amy’s both a coach and a cheerleader, helping women discover who they truly are, and encouraging them to start focusing on themselves. Her clients gain confidence, clarity, and the power they need to create a new vision and plan for their lives.
2022-07-1241 min
Crazy in LoveEpisode 15 - Narcissists, Gaslighting and Red FlagsJoining us is expert Amy Polacko to talk about the hit documentary, The Tinder Swindler. In conversation with Amy is true crime producer Stephanie Lydecker.This week is a bit of a departure for us. While the story of The Tinder Swindler doesn't end in a murder, it does share many similar themes that run through the cases we usually cover. So, we wanted to take a deep dive into lessons that can be learned from both the Netflix documentary and the article journalist Amy Polacko wrote for NBC News.
2022-02-2233 min
HAYVN HubcastWomen Empowerment through the Eyes of a Freedom Warrior, with Amy PolackoIt's never been more important to have a community of like-minded individuals that you can turn to. Co-host Nancy Sheed speaks with Amy Polacko, an entrepreneur and advocate for women empowerment. Amy has always been involved in strong savvy women programs and is currently running her business, Freedom Warrior. Amy's inspiration for this program began when she started her journey as a divorced, single mom. She believes when women take their power back, after a divorce or a toxic relationship, true healing can begin. She shares how to find a community that can help you...
2021-09-2017 min