Divorce Story

We hope you enjoy this episode of The Australian Women's Weekly Love Stories... Jim Rogers met his wife Lorna in a small English town. The two connected over a shared obsession with VW Beetles. They married, had three children, and moved to Perth chasing sunshine. Life was good until Lorna was diagnosed with melanoma and tragically died within a few years, leaving Jim a single father to three children under nine. Eighteen months later, his parents sent him on a holiday he didn't want to go on. There, he met a man named Tyler. What followed was a relationship neither of them expected, kept quietly in the background of family life for years, and one that's now lasted 26 years. In this episode, Jim and Millie sit down with Tiffany Dunk to talk about the process of writing Jim's memoir together: the hardest parts to put into words, what it was like for Millie to hear new stories about her mum and her dad's early relationship with Tyler, and Jim's more recent diagnosis of young-onset Alzheimer's, which he's chosen to speak about publicly rather than hide. Plus, Jim talks about the podcast he co-hosts with Hamish MacDonald, Hold the Moment , and what he hopes it can do to de-stigmatise Alzheimer's and help people with the diagnosis feel less alone. Moments you’ll hear: How Jim met Lorna, and the VW Beetle that started it all Millie's memory of the day her dad told her and her siblings their mum had died The holiday Jim didn't want to go on, and the man he met there Millie's first inkling that her dad's friend was more than a friend The proposal on top of the Empire State Building, and the surprise engagement at home Jim's young-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis Why Jim decided to write it all down, "warts and all" Photo Credit: Rob Palmer You can listen to Jim’s podcast, Hold The Moment , here. Find Jim & Millie’s book, Holding on to Happiness , here. Thank you for listening ❤️ Before you leave... 🗣️ Get in touch What did you think? We are a brand-new podcast and would love to hear from you as we build this together. Join our friendly Love Stories community and visit us at womensweekly.com.au Email us your love stories (and any feedback) at awwlovestories@aremedia.com.au If you share your love story on social media please tag us, we're @womensweeklymag, and use the hashtag #AWWLoveStories Subscribe to The Australian Women's Weekly at womensweekly.com.au 👈🏽 Sending thanks to our partners at Wounded Heroes. You can help Wounded Heroes deliver emergency assistance to current Australian Defence Force members, veterans and their families by donating at: www.woundedheroes.org.au/actsofservice Credits Host: Tiffany Dunk Edited by Leah Porges Production by Leah Porges Our wonderful The Australian Women's Weekly team Our Head of Vodcasting is Rachel Fountain Learn More: The Australian Women's Weekly website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We hope you enjoy this episode of The Australian Women's Weekly Love Stories... Content Warning: This episode discusses suicide, mental health issues, grief and the loss of a parent and child to illness. If you or someone you know has been affected by any of the issues raised, help is always available. Call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Find more support services here: Need help? Support services and crisis helplines in Australia - The Australian Women's Weekly In 2009, Gavin Larkin sat his wife Maryanne and their closest friends down at the dinner table and told them about an idea he'd been carrying since his own father died by suicide years earlier. It was a simple question that could change everything: "Are you okay?" Allison "Ally" Langdon, a journalist and friend who was part of that conversation, knew instantly she had to help get the message out. What followed was R U OK? Day which has since grown into a national movement. But what followed was something that neither Ally nor Maryanne could have imagined. In this episode, Ally and Maryanne sit down with Tiffany Dunk to talk about the early, uncomfortable days of getting a newsroom to even say the word "suicide," what it actually looked like for Ally to show up for her friend in the hardest years of her life, and the quiet, everyday ways two women have held a friendship together, and a legacy alive, for close to two decades. Moments you'll hear: The dinner table conversation in 2009 that became R U OK? Day Why newsrooms wouldn't touch the word "suicide," and the pushback Ally got Maryanne on losing both Gavin and her eldest son Gus, and why moving into her late son's bedroom with her two younger kids helped them all grieve The small, practical ways Ally and their friend group showed up during the hardest years What it means to keep telling stories about someone you've lost Nearly 20 years on, what they still hope for each other Visit the R U OK? Day website here. Learn more about Ally and Maryanne's friendship in our exclusive interview here Thank you for listening ❤️ Before you leave... 🗣️ Get in touch What did you think? We are a brand-new podcast and would love to hear from you as we build this together. Join our friendly Love Stories community and visit us at womensweekly.com.au Email us your love stories (and any feedback) at awwlovestories@aremedia.com.au If you share your love story on social media please tag us, we're @womensweeklymag, and use the hashtag #AWWLoveStories Subscribe to The Australian Women's Weekly at www.womensweekly.com.au 👈🏽 Our special thanks to our partners at Vixin Vixin real results, simple skincare that's a little bit fancy: vixin.com.au Use the code LOVESTORIES for 30% off your order at Vixin now! Sending thanks to our partners at Wounded Heroes. You can help Wounded Heroes deliver emergency assistance to current Australian Defence Force members, veterans and their families by donating at: www.woundedheroes.org.au/actsofservice Credits Host: Tiffany Dunk Edited by Phoebe Zukowski-Wallace Production by Leah Porges Our wonderful The Australian Women's Weekly team Our Head of Vodcasting is Rachel Fountain Learn More: The Australian Women's Weekly website. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We hope you enjoy this episode of The Australian Women's Weekly Love Stories: Ed Kavalee still remembers the exact moment he fell for his wife, and it happened on his TV screen, watching her compete as Angel on Gladiators . In this episode, Tiff Hall and Ed Kavalee sit down with Tiffany Dunk (or podcast Tiff as Ed calls her) to talk about how a TV crush turned into an 18-year love story, including the radio interview Ed engineered just to meet her, the moment he got cold feet six months in, and the blender that won her back. They also open up about becoming parents, Ed's own childhood without a father in the picture, and how that's shaped the kind of dad he wants to be. Plus, Tiff talks candidly about rebuilding her relationship with her body after having kids, and why she built a business helping other women do the same. Moments you’ll hear: The night Ed first saw "Angel" on Gladiators , and his friend's prediction The interview Ed engineered just to meet her (and the second one he asked for) Their first date, and the book Ed used to test her sense of humour The moment Ed got cold feet, and the gift that won Tiff back Their engagement story – including a secretly pre-planned visit to a very famous jewellery store Ed opening up about growing up without a dad, and what it means to him now Tiff's journey to rebuilding her relationship with her body after having kids Find out more about Tiff’s self-defence classes here. Check out Tiff's work with 28 by Sam Wood here. Find Tiff Hall on Instagram here. Keep up with Ed Kavalee on Instagram here. Thank you for listening ❤️ Before you leave... 🗣️ Get in touch What did you think? We are a new podcast and would love to hear from you as we build this together. Join our friendly Love Stories community and visit us at www.womensweekly.com.au Email us your love stories (and any feedback) at awwlovestories@aremedia.com.au If you share your love story on social media, please tag us @womensweeklymag and use the hashtag #AWWLoveStories Subscribe to The Australian Women's Weekly at www.womensweekly.com.au 👈🏽 Our special thanks to our partners at Vixin Vixin : real results, simple skincare that's a little bit fancy: vixin.com.au Use the code LOVESTORIES for 30% off your order at Vixin now! Sending thanks to our partners at Wounded Heroes. You can help Wounded Heroes deliver emergency assistance to current Australian Defence Force members, veterans and their families by donating at: www.woundedheroes.org.au/actsofservice Credits: Host: Tiffany Dunk Edited by Leah Porges Production by Leah Porges Our wonderful The Australian Women's Weekly team Our Head of Vodcasting is Rachel Fountain Learn More: The Australian Women's Weekly website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We hope you enjoy this episode of The Australian Women's Weekly Love Stories: Before Big Little Lies became a global phenomenon, Liane and Jaclyn Moriarty were just two sisters filling exercise books for pocket money, dreaming of becoming writers. In this episode, Liane and Jaclyn sit down with Tiffany Dunk to talk about the family that shaped them: a mother who fostered more than 50 babies, a father who paid them to write, and the safety of growing up as two of six kids who loved books more than television. They open up about the year Jaclyn was published first, the private rage Liane admits she felt, and what it took for her to finally sit down and write her own first novel. Plus, they reflect on the whirlwind of Big Little Lies becoming a Hollywood sensation, the sequel Big Little Truths , writing a role for Meryl Streep, and Jaclyn's newest release, Time Travel for Beginners . Moments you’ll hear: Growing up as two of six kids, and their mum who fostered more than 50 babies Their dad’s pocket-money scheme, and the story that started it all The rage Liane felt when Jaclyn was published first, and who it was really aimed at Reading Jaclyn’s first manuscript, and the years it took to write her own The moment Big Little Lies became a Hollywood sensation Writing a role for Meryl Streep, and the text that made it real What they'd write for each other, if they could Check out Big Little Truths by Liane Moriarty here . Find Time Travel for Beginners by Jaclyn Moriarty here . Thank you for listening ❤️ Before you leave... 🗣️ Get in touch What did you think? We are a new podcast and would love to hear from you as we build this together. Join our friendly Love Stories community and visit us at www.womensweekly.com.au Email us your love stories (and any feedback) at awwlovestories@aremedia.com.au If you share your love story on social media, please tag us @womensweeklymag and use the hashtag #AWWLoveStories Subscribe to The Australian Women's Weekly at www.womensweekly.com.au 👈🏽 Our special thanks to our partners at Vixin Vixin : real results, simple skincare that's a little bit fancy: vixin.com.au Use the code LOVESTORIES for 30% off your order at Vixin now! Sending thanks to our partners at Wounded Heroes. You can help Wounded Heroes deliver emergency assistance to current Australian Defence Force members, veterans and their families by donating at: www.woundedheroes.org.au/actsofservice Credits: Host: Tiffany Dunk Edited by Phoebe Zukowski-Wallace Production by Leah Porges Our wonderful The Australian Women's Weekly team Our Head of Vodcasting is Rachel Fountain Learn More: The Australian Women's Weekly website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've been waiting a long time for more episodes from us! So we want to give you a little treat - we're thrilled to introduce to you a heartfelt new podcast from the Australian Women's Weekly called Love Stories. Hosted by deputy editor Tiffany Dunk, Love Stories is a celebration of L-O-V-E in all its glorious forms. So try out this episode and swing on over to find The Australian Women's Weekly Love Stories and hit follow, + or subscribe wherever you like to watch or listen! Here we are on Apple Podcasts , on Spotify , and of course in video on YouTube . Enjoy! Miranda Tapsell has become one of Australia's most celebrated actors and storytellers, but behind every chapter of her remarkable career is the woman who taught her what love, family, and community truly mean: her mum, Barbara. In this two-part episode of The Australian Women's Weekly Love Stories , proud Larrakia and Tiwi woman Miranda joins host Tiffany Dunk alongside Barbara for a heartfelt conversation about the unbreakable bond between mother and daughter, the lessons that have shaped their family across generations, and the love that has carried them through life's biggest changes. Together they reflect on Barbara's childhood as the eldest of eight children, meeting and falling in love with Miranda's father, Tony, raising a family in Kakadu in the Northern Territory, and Barbara's years supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Miranda shares how her mum's unwavering belief in her gave her the confidence to pursue acting, the extraordinary sacrifice Barbara made to help her through drama school, and the values she's now passing on to her own children. They also open up about the realities of navigating the world as Aboriginal women, the work ethic and resilience passed down through generations, and why Barbara always taught Miranda that family doesn't stop at your front door. Part 2 is available now, where Miranda and Barbara share the story of meeting James, the family "tests" every new member must pass, the joy of raising the next generation together, and why love, laughter, and culture remain at the heart of their family. Moments you'll hear: Why Barbara has become a "mythical" figure in Miranda's life stories Barara growing up as the eldest of eight children and learning responsibility early The workplace romance that led to Barbara and Tony's 50-year marriage Why Barbara waited until her 30s to become a mum The family philosophy that "family doesn't stop at your front door" Life growing up in Kakadu National Park and the village that raised Miranda Barbara's extraordinary career supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and Miranda reflects on having her mum at school every day The special role Miranda's grandparents played in her childhood Miranda's very first performances and the early signs she was destined for the stage The difficult transition from the Northern Territory to Sydney and studying at drama school, and the incredible sacrifice Barbara made to help Miranda finish NIDA The life lessons Barbara taught Miranda about resilience, presentation, and work ethic as an Aboriginal woman The family history behind those lessons and the policies that shaped generations Miranda sees the next generation's performer beginning to emerge in her own daughter Thank you for listening ❤️ Before you leave... 🗣️ Get in touch What did you think? We are a brand-new podcast and would love to hear from you as we build this together. Join our friendly Love Stories community and visit us at www.womensweekly.com.au/love-stories-podcast/ Email us your love stories (and any feedback) at awwlovestories@aremedia.com.au If you share your love story on social media please tag us, we're @womensweeklymag, and use the hashtag #AWWLoveStories Subscribe to The Australian Women's Weekly at womensweekly.com.au 👈🏽 Our special thanks to our partners at Vixin Vixin real results, simple skincare that's a little bit fancy: vixin.com.au Use the code LOVESTORIES for 30% off your order at Vixin now! Sending thanks to our partners at Wounded Heroes. You can help Wounded Heroes deliver emergency assistance to current Australian Defence Force members, veterans and their families by donating at: www.woundedheroes.org.au/actsofservice Credits: Host: Tiffany Dunk Edited by Phoebe Zukowski-Wallace Production by Leah Porges and Helen Smith Our wonderful The Australian Women's Weekly team Our Head of Vodcasting is Rachel Fountain Learn More: The Australian Women's Weekly website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For our last show we’re hearing from people reflect on what they wish then knew then. With the benefit of hindsight, what advice they wish they could go back and tell themselves when they were going through their toughest days. Plus we are also going to be chatting to social media sensation and author of the book “Happily Ever Fuck That”– our mate Constance Hall about co parenting with new partners and some of her best bits of advice to thriving after separation. Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) With thanks to Constance Hall The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In many families, it's common for one person in a relationship to take a step back in their career to help with the mental load and logistics of running the home and children. But, when a relationship ends, the person who has been the primary carer will often find themselves needing to increase their earning capacity and in some cases, they might have been out of the workforce for years. On the show today, we talk about relaunching your career. What options are available? What do you say on your CV? Where do you even begin? Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) With thanks to Gillian Fox and Nama Winston The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today we're going to be talking about how you can successfully guide your children through separation. We'll be speaking to child psychologist Belinda Jones about tips and tricks you can take home to guide you about how to speak to your child. And we'll be joined by the author of Surviving Your Split, Lucy Mannering to walk us through how to be the sane parent during a separation. Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) With thanks to Lucy Mannering and Belinda Jones The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you help a friend who is going through separation or a divorce? With 1 in 3 marriages ending in divorce in Australia, chances are you'll need to support a friend going through divorce - so what are some of the most helpful things you can do? How can you make them smile? Cass and Annaliese share their tips for how you can be the best support network for your friend... Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) With thanks to Lucy Mannering The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remember that scene in Bridget Jones' Diary when she was the only single lady at a dinner party? Surrounded by smug married couples? Well, chances are that could be you right now. On the show today, once you're single - how the heck do you navigate couple-ville as a single woman? Plus how do you handle gossip about your relationship? Credits Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) With thanks to Dr Nikki Goldstein The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic With thanks to Rachel Voysey https://rachelvoysey.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When a person goes from your partner to your ex it can be incredibly hard to remember that you can't talk to them the way you used to. You can't vent to them, and you can't express your anger at them like you might have done when you were together. Ex-etiquette is tricky - but, it's do-able. And that's what we're here to help you achieve. On the show today Cass and Annaliese are joined by Rachel Voysey from the Relationship Room to walk us through how to have a civil relationship with your ex. Credits Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic With thanks to Rachel Voysey https://rachelvoysey.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's an old expression - that to get over someone, you have to get under someone. But when it comes to the end of a marriage, is that still the case? On the show today Cass and Annaliese are joined by sexologist, psychologist and relationship expert Dr Nikki Goldstein. Nikki's going to be helping us talk about everything from dating apps to sex for the first time post divorce... Credits Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic With thanks to Dr Nikki Goldstein See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've decided who lives where, and maybe you're even working on a settlement agreement. But when it comes to dividing up your finances, how are you best to go about it? And what bills and paperwork do you need to have access to? Because as we all know, when you share your life with someone you share pretty much everything. On this episode of Divorce Story Cass Thorburn and Annaliese Dent are joined by financial expert Melissa Browne to discuss money, from financial stock takes to budgets. Credits Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic With thanks to Melissa Browne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just a warning - this episode deals with the topic of domestic violence - if you need help please call 1800RESPECT now and if you are ever in any danger please call the Police on 000. When it comes to leaving it's not always as easy as 'who gets what' - if you are in an abusive relationship, often the time leading up to and just after leaving can be one of the most dangerous. Because often, telling the abuser that the relationship is over can result in violence. So if you need to flee, where can you go? We are joined by the CEO of Women's Community Shelters Annabel Daniels and Louise Elkington from Relationships Australia to discuss mediation. Credits Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic With thanks to Annabel Daniel from Women's Community Shelters https://www.womenscommunityshelters.org.au/what-we-do/ And Louise Elkington from Relationships Australia https://www.relationships.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Co-parenting with an ex, at the best of times can come with so many complications and issues. The global COVID-19 pandemic is a frightening, unprecedented and constantly evolving crisis. Which is why on today's episode of Divorce Story we have created this special episode all about how to co-parent in COVID-19. Join Cass and Annaliese as they chat to Lawyer Lucy Mannering about potential future complications of co-parenting throughout this global issue. Credits Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic With thanks to Lucy Mannering See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to divorce, do you need a lawyer? And what help is out there? Cass and Annaliese are joined by Ruth Pilkinton from Legal Aid NSW and family lawyer Alana Boyle to talk about what help you can access for free and what rights you can forgo if you move out of the family home. Credits Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not everyone has a choice when it comes to their marriage ending. For some people, it can be sudden - for others it can feel like a long time coming. But how do you get through those first few weeks of what is commonly referred to as the second most stressful life event - second to the death of a spouse? We'll be joined by psychologist Jacqui Manning to talk about how to grieve a sudden marriage breakdown and the tips you need to get you motivated during a pretty shitty time. And we'll be walking you through how to tell your friends, family and kids that your relationship is over. Credits Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic With thanks to Jacqui Manning Notes Find out more about Jacqui Manning here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when your life becomes the one that you hadn't planned? How do you know if your relationship is over? And what happens if you choose to walk away from your relationship? On the first episode of Divorce Story Cass & Annaliese speak to the CEO of Relationships Australia Elisabeth Shaw and psychologist Jacqui Manning about what to do when you realise that your marriage is over. From spotting a toxic relationship to looking after yourself during this difficult time, this episode of Divorce Story will help you work out what your Plan B life looks like. Credits Produced by Cass Thorburn (@cassthorburn) & Annaliese Dent (@annaliesedent) The Executive Producer & Head of Audio at Pacific is Elissa Ratliff The original music used in Divorce Story is composed by Jackson Stefanovic With thanks to Elisabeth Shaw & Jacqui Manning Notes Visit Relationships Australia here. Find out more about Jacqui Manning here. The book Cass mentioned in this episode was Option B by Sheryl Sandberg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just over three years ago Cass Thorburn had to hit restart on her life. Her relationship ended and she found herself a single, stay-at-home mum to her three kids. In Australia one in three marriages end in divorce, but when you find yourself in that situation it can be hard to know where to turn, who to ask for help and how to get your life in order. Which is where Divorce Story comes in. Hosted by Cass Thorburn and Annaliese Dent, Divorce Story is a 12-week series that will help you navigate your separation, provide advice from the experts and help you relaunch your life post divorce. Launching March 4th... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.