https://simplecast.com What happens when a family court judge and a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist walk into a recording studio? They talk about divorce, of course! Welcome to Off the Record, hosted by Nashville’s very own Judge Stephanie J. Williams and Dr. Donald Jackson. Listen as your hosts from two notoriously secretive professions let down their guards and share what really happens during a divorce. From filing to finalizing, divorce is as much an emotional journey as it is a legal one. Off the Record is raw, sincere, and candid—tune in! 2026 Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund (distribution and admin at Zion Nights Podcast Network) en Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Mon, 2 Nov 2026 20:03:42 +0000 https://off-the-record-with-judge-stephanie-and-dr-donny-3d2b38cf.simplecast.com https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/2ee36335-2237-4973-8d55-3546f516dc7a/399ad88d-ca1a-49f2-82ed-5423546789ec/3000x3000/off_the_record_cover_1.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://off-the-record-with-judge-stephanie-and-dr-donny-3d2b38cf.simplecast.com episodic What happens when a family court judge and a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist walk into a recording studio? They talk about divorce, of course! Welcome to Off the Record, hosted by Nashville’s very own Judge Stephanie J. Williams and Dr. Donald Jackson. Listen as your hosts from two notoriously secretive professions let down their guards and share what really happens during a divorce. From filing to finalizing, divorce is as much an emotional journey as it is a legal one. Off the Record is raw, sincere, and candid—tune in! Judge Stephanie J. Williams, Dr. Donny Jackson false https://feeds.simplecast.com/o4uLVyiK child custody, divorce, grief, child support, nashville counseling associates, nashville, off the record, zion nights podcast network, mental health, co-parenting, alimony, all rise, children in the crossfire, therapy, divorce support, family law, narcassist, grey divorce, family court, asset division, mediation, stages of grief, divorce recovery Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund nathanael@zionnightspodcasting.com b1db7853-4862-41d8-95f2-5087762111d1 Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000 nathanael@zionnightspodcasting.com (Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund, Zion Nights Podcast Network) https://off-the-record-with-judge-stephanie-and-dr-donny-3d2b38cf.simplecast.com/episodes/discovery-and-discovering-1Ub_SjPa Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> Discovery and Discovering Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund, Zion Nights Podcast Network 00:49:46 In this episode of *Off the Record*, the speakers explain how discovery works in divorce cases, including how attorneys gather information about finances, property, parenting, and other relevant issues. They also cover why timely, complete responses matter. Discovery can also feel invasive and emotionally draining, so the conversation highlights the value of support beyond the legal process. *This episode is for educational purposes only and is not legal or mental-health advice.* In this episode of *Off the Record*, the speakers explain how discovery works in divorce cases, including how attorneys gather information about finances, property, parenting, and other relevant issues. They also cover why timely, complete responses matter. Discovery can also feel invasive and emotionally draining, so the conversation highlights the value of support beyond the legal process. *This episode is for educational purposes only and is not legal or mental-health advice.* family court, off the record, children in the crossfire, nashville counseling, child custody, therapy, narcassist, family counseling, nashville, family law, grief, child support, mental health, lawyer false full 6 1 903fae72-4780-437a-a88f-6591f90f0b04 Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000 nathanael@zionnightspodcasting.com (Zion Nights Podcast Network, Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund) https://off-the-record-with-judge-stephanie-and-dr-donny-3d2b38cf.simplecast.com/episodes/strangers-k_LYfyNf Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> Strangers Zion Nights Podcast Network, Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund 00:51:31 We’re putting on our lit review hats this week with a discussion on Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage by Belle Burden. This poignant autobiographical book shows one person’s journey of healing during and after her divorce. You don’t need to have read the book to enjoy this week’s episode of Off the Record. We’re putting on our lit review hats this week with a discussion on Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage by Belle Burden. This poignant autobiographical book shows one person’s journey of healing during and after her divorce. You don’t need to have read the book to enjoy this week’s episode of Off the Record. divorce support, family court, off the record, children in the crossfire, nashville counseling, child custody, nashville counseling associates, therapy, narcassist, family counseling, nashville, family law, grief, child support, mental health, lawyer, divorce false full 5 1 adf12cc4-1a44-40e0-a388-b7b56ce3c2f4 Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000 nathanael@zionnightspodcasting.com (Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund, Zion Nights Podcast Network) https://off-the-record-with-judge-stephanie-and-dr-donny-3d2b38cf.simplecast.com/episodes/divorce-team-assemble-yfJ_N2pc Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> Divorce Team Assemble! Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund, Zion Nights Podcast Network 00:49:39 Continuing their conversation from the previous episode featuring Sean Martin on the Collaborative Divorce alternative, Dr. Donnie Jackson and Judge Stephanie Williams turn their focus to the full support team needed to navigate divorce successfully. They walk through the many professionals who may play a role, including business valuators, financial planners, therapists, Rule 35 evaluators, Rule 31 mediators, addiction specialists, and guardians ad litem, while exploring the emotional highs and lows of the process, the ethical boundaries these professionals must maintain, and practical tools like co parenting apps that help people move from bitterness toward healing and stability. Continuing their conversation from the previous episode featuring Sean Martin on the Collaborative Divorce alternative, Dr. Donnie Jackson and Judge Stephanie Williams turn their focus to the full support team needed to navigate divorce successfully. They walk through the many professionals who may play a role, including business valuators, financial planners, therapists, Rule 35 evaluators, Rule 31 mediators, addiction specialists, and guardians ad litem, while exploring the emotional highs and lows of the process, the ethical boundaries these professionals must maintain, and practical tools like co parenting apps that help people move from bitterness toward healing and stability. divorce support, family court, off the record, children in the crossfire, nashville counseling, child custody, therapy, divorce recovery, narcassist, family counseling, nashville, family law, grief, grey divorce, child support, mental health, asset division, lawyer, divorce false full 4 1 d9978418-2c43-4bdd-ab1f-f127262a2f3b Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> Wed, 2 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000 nathanael@zionnightspodcasting.com (Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund) https://off-the-record-with-judge-stephanie-and-dr-donny-3d2b38cf.simplecast.com/episodes/this-is-collaborative-divorce-with-sean-martin-Ne_VB_av Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> This is Collaborative Divorce with Sean Martin Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund 00:46:23 You read that right: divorce can be collaborative. This week we are joined by Tennessee divorce attorney Sean Martin who explains one (albeit oxymoronic) alternative to the traditional divorce process. This is Collaborative Divorce with Sean Martin. You read that right: divorce can be collaborative. This week we are joined by Tennessee divorce attorney Sean Martin who explains one (albeit oxymoronic) alternative to the traditional divorce process. This is Collaborative Divorce with Sean Martin. divorce support, children in the crossfire, child custody, therapy, nashville, child support, counseling, divorce false full 3 1 04c6193d-6ac8-4f0e-904f-3cebb731d180 Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000 nathanael@zionnightspodcasting.com (Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund) https://off-the-record-with-judge-stephanie-and-dr-donny-3d2b38cf.simplecast.com/episodes/divorce-is-the-choice-whats-next-gxa47Pyl Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> Divorce is the Choice, What's Next? Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund 00:59:01 So, you’re getting divorced. Do you really need an attorney? If so, how do you find one? What about separation, how is it different from divorce? And how can you support your kids through the process? This episode answers these questions and more. Divorce is the Choice—What’s Next? So, you’re getting divorced. Do you really need an attorney? If so, how do you find one? What about separation, how is it different from divorce? And how can you support your kids through the process? This episode answers these questions and more. Divorce is the Choice—What’s Next? divorce support, off the record, children in the crossfire, nashville counseling, child custody, therapy, narcissist, family law, grey divorce, counseling, lawyer, divorce false full 2 1 abe723ba-6d60-4045-825a-b3d0883b6d3e Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> Wed, 5 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000 nathanael@zionnightspodcasting.com (Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund) https://off-the-record-with-judge-stephanie-and-dr-donny-3d2b38cf.simplecast.com/episodes/is-divorce-right-for-you-nycgtREl Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> Is Divorce Right for You? Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund 01:04:04 What emotions drive the decision to get divorced? In this episode, we explore how someone knows they’re truly ready to end a relationship, the emotional and legal realities of divorce, and how domestic violence can shape that decision. In other words: Is Divorce Right for You? What emotions drive the decision to get divorced? In this episode, we explore how someone knows they’re truly ready to end a relationship, the emotional and legal realities of divorce, and how domestic violence can shape that decision. In other words: Is Divorce Right for You? divorce support, family court, off the record, breakup, children in the crossfire, nashville counseling, child custody, therapy, narcissist, family law, hurt, grief, grey divorce, child support, counseling, mental health, divorce false full 1 1 c7b1e6a5-5086-4104-8424-2437183f6840 Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000 nathanael@zionnightspodcasting.com (Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund) https://off-the-record-with-judge-stephanie-and-dr-donny-3d2b38cf.simplecast.com/episodes/about-the-show-HjlfnDnx Don’t miss an episode! Stay up to date on all releases on Instagram (@JudgeStephanieJWilliams) and Facebook (Judge Stephanie J Williams).

]]> About The Show Family Matters Community Enrichment Fund 00:14:00 Introducing your hosts, Judge Stephanie and Dr. Donny. Who are they, what do they know about divorce, and why should you trust them? Get a taste of this season and what to expect from Off the Record. Introducing your hosts, Judge Stephanie and Dr. Donny. Who are they, what do they know about divorce, and why should you trust them? Get a taste of this season and what to expect from Off the Record. family court, off the record, nashville counseling, child custody, therapy, narcassist, family counseling, nashville, family law, grief, mental health, alimony, lawyer, divorce false full 0 1