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Dear Divorce Diary - With Daz & Jop

by Darren Mort-Family Law Barrister & Joplin Higgins-Family Law Solicitor
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    October 28, 2026 · 15 min

    Is reality TV entertaining us? Or normalising toxic, abusive behaviour? In Episode 20 of Dear Divorce Diary, Darren Mort and Joplin Higgins pull no punches as they unpack the troubling portrayal of relationships, misogyny and family…

  • Who Gets the Dog? Pets, Property and the Emotional Custody Battle in Divorce

    July 24, 2026 · 8 min

    In this episode of Dear Divorce Diaries, family law experts Darren Mort (Family Law Barrister) and Joplin Higgins (Family Law Solicitor) explore one of the most emotionally charged and increasingly common issues in modern separation: what…

  • Can You Withhold the Kids? When Court Orders Clash with Reality in Divorce

    July 17, 2026 · 20 min

    In this episode of Dear Divorce Diaries, family law experts Darren Mort (Family Law Barrister) and Joplin Higgins (Family Law Solicitor) unpack one of the most emotionally charged and legally risky issues in parenting disputes: withholding…

  • Can You Take My Kids Overseas? — The Relocation Battle Every Separated Parent Fears

    July 10, 2026 · 21 min

    In this emotionally charged and deeply practical episode of Dear Divorce Diary, Darren Mort and Joplin Higgins tackle one of the most heartbreaking and legally complex issues in family law: relocation after separation. What happens when…

  • Pornography, Power & Divorce: The Family Law Conversations Nobody Wants To Have

    July 3, 2026 · 18 min

    In one of the most confronting and candid episodes of Dear Divorce Diary so far, Darren Mort and Joplin Higgins tackle a topic rarely spoken about openly in family law — pornography, addiction, intimacy, coercion, and the impact it can…

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About the show

When a relationship ends, it can feel like the world is breaking apart — legally, emotionally and practically. The Dear Divorce Diary Podcast exists to guide you through that difficult landscape with clarity, compassion and a child-focused mindset. Each episode, Darren “Daz” Mort and Joplin “Jop” Higgins draw on their extensive experience within the family law system to unpack what separation and divorce really look like — not just on paper, but in real life. They believe that families deserve dignity, children deserve protection, and adults deserve guidance that is calm, respectful and grounded in expertise rather than conflict. Together, they explore the issues so many couples face when separating, including: How to divorce with dignityUnderstanding the family court processWhat to expect in mediationHow to co-parent respectfully and consistentlyFinancial and property settlement — explained in plain EnglishParenting arrangements after divorceHow to avoid court and resolve disputes constructivelyPractical tips for separating parentsChild-focused decision making and emotional awarenessWhen to involve a lawyer or barristerBetter communication during conflict and separation And because no two separations look the same, you can be part of the conversation. Listeners are invited to submit their questions for Daz & Jop, with future episodes dedicated to answering real experiences, real challenges and real concerns from the people who need guidance most. Whether you’re contemplating separation, navigating court, co-parenting, or simply trying to put your children first through the uncertainty — The Dear Divorce Diary Podcast offers steady, professional guidance to help reshape the path ahead. Real law. Real families. Real conversations. Subscribe, listen, learn — and know that you’re not alone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.