How to Split a Toaster
A Divorce Podcast about Saving Your Relationships
Seth Nelson is a Tampa-based family lawyer known for devising creative solutions to difficult problems. In How to Split a Toaster, Nelson and co-host Pete Wright take on the challenge of divorce with a central objective: saving your most important relationships with your family, your former spouse, and yourself.
From an early age, he has always wanted to help people. After law school he found that he could do the greatest good by helping people through one of the most difficult times of their lives. Being a divorcee himself, as well as a father, he understands what you’re going through.
“I have been through a divorce and have a young child. As difficult as the divorce process can be, especially when there are kids involved, things will get better.”
In his practice, Seth focuses on Florida divorce law, Florida family law, and Florida family law mediation. On the Toaster, however, he offers a platform for exploring the extraordinarily wide range of topics that impact you through your divorce, all with an eye on saving your most important relationships.
Season 9
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Following the Money Trail: Forensic Accounting in Divorce with Kristin DiMeo • Your Divorce Case
Kristin DiMeo, forensic accountant & expert witness, joins us to discuss uncovering hidden assets in divorce using financial records & business valuations.
Cracking the Child Support Code: Understanding the Formula and Factors • Your Divorce Case
We dive deep into the murky waters of child support, explaining the formula, factors, and guidelines that determine payments in divorce cases.
Need vs Ability: Understanding Alimony • Your Divorce Case
We dive deep into alimony, exploring how courts calculate payments, what expenses count, and why "need and ability to pay" matters more than income.
Beyond 50/50: Understanding Equitable Distribution • Your Divorce Case
We dive into Equitable Distribution - the art and science of dividing everything from bank accounts to businesses in divorce. Plus, we have another listener question!
Mending Family Bonds: A Guide to Reunification Therapy with Gina Aguinaga • Your Divorce Case
Psychotherapist Gina Aguinaga joins us to explore reunification therapy - how it helps rebuild parent-child relationships damaged by divorce, and why early intervention is crucial for family healing.
Co-Parenting Strategies: Supporting Your Kids After Divorce • Your Divorce Case with Leanne Tran
Psychologist Leanne Tran joins us to discuss co-parenting strategies after divorce, with insights on supporting neurodivergent children across two homes.
Parenting Plans 101: Building a Strong Foundation for Co-Parenting • Your Divorce Case
Parenting plans: the foundation of co-parenting after divorce. We discuss essential components, court considerations, relocation, and the importance of flexibility.
Temporary Relief Unpacked: What It Is, Who It Helps, and Why It Matters • Your Divorce Case
Temporary relief in divorce cases: a legal lifeline or costly distraction? Seth Nelson and Pete Wright break it down. Plus, we have another listener question!
Courtroom Cast: Understanding the Key Players • Your Divorce Case
We break down the roles of key players in your divorce case, from judges to forensic accountants, empowering you to navigate the complex legal process with greater confidence and understanding.
Motion Mastery Part II: Navigating Hearings & Common Motions • Your Divorce Case
Navigate the maze of evidentiary vs. non-evidentiary hearings and common motions in divorce. Mini-trials, testimony, and practical tips - we break it all down in this essential episode.
Motion Mastery Part I • Your Divorce Case
Unravel the complexities of divorce motions as we explore types, strategies & how to make effective moves in court. Expert tips to help you navigate the process with confidence.
You Asked, We Answer: Listener Questions
We dive into your most pressing divorce questions, covering finances, custody, dating, and more – all to navigate the complexities of divorce and prioritize your well-being.
Pleadings: Setting the Stage for Divorce • Your Divorce Case
In Part 3 of our "Your Divorce Case" series we explore the crucial role of pleadings in divorce, shedding light on how these documents lay the foundation for the entire process and impact the outcome.
Your Actions Matter • Your Divorce Case
Part two of Your Divorce Case! This week, we discuss how to navigate the do's and don'ts of your actions during a divorce, from maintaining the status quo to communicating effectively.
The Initial Consultation • Your Divorce Case
Establishing the attorney-client relationship in a divorce: what to expect during your first call, how to prepare, and why having the right lawyer on both sides matters.
Rebroadcast • Divorcing a Narcissist with Guest Victoria McCooey
In this rebroadcast from season 8, Narcissist Divorce Coach Victoria McCooey joins Seth and Pete to talk about the challenges that come when trying to get out of a marriage to a narcissist. It’s not easy! We walk through Victoria’s three stages in communicating with your narcissist soon-to-be ex that can help you more easily navigate this difficult situation through each of its phases.
Rebroadcast • Navigating Custody Battles with Reneé Rodriguez
In this Season 6 rebroadcast, Reneé Rodriguez, custody coach and founder of Best Foot Forward, joins Seth and Pete to talk about the challenges in custody battles, specifically how to navigate contentious custody situations during your divorce.
Rebroadcast • Exploring Yourself through Sex After Divorce with Sexologist Dr. Joe Kort
In this rebroadcast from season four: Dr. Joe Kort is a psychotherapist and founder of The Center for Relationship and Sexual Health and a board-certified clinical sexologist. He’s in the Toaster to help us navigate the uncertain waters of your post-divorce sex life.
Rebroadcast • Moving On and the Value of Your Divorce Community with Michelle Dempsey-Multack
In this rebroadcast episode from season 3, Michelle Dempsey-Multack joins us from the Moms Moving On Podcast. She has turned her own divorce into a thriving practice, writing, podcasting, and coaching others. We talk about the importance of finding your own community for support and guidance through the divorce process!
Emotional Capital: The Key to Thriving During and After Divorce with Alan Feigenbaum
In this season finale episode, Seth and Pete explore the concept of emotional capital in divorce with experienced matrimonial and family law attorney Al Feigenbaum. They dive into how preserving emotional well-being during and after a divorce is crucial for effective co-parenting and moving forward in life.