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Men, Women, and the Meaning of Modern Masculinity with Steven Goodwin

What does it really mean to be masculine in today’s world — and why is vulnerability still so difficult for so many men? On this episode of lovelustlaw, attorney Michele Locke and Jake Deptula sit down with Steven Goodwin, founder of Full Disclosure Conversations, for an honest and thought-provoking discussion about masculinity, emotional safety, relationships, and healing. After experiencing the devastating loss of his father in and the end of his 15-year marriage, Steven shares how pain became the catalyst for personal transformation and a mission to create authentic spaces where men can connect, heal, and have the conversations they were never taught to have. Together, they unpack the ways men are conditioned to suppress emotion, the complicated realities of vulnerability in modern relationships, and why both men and women struggle with authenticity and emotional safety. The conversation challenges traditional ideas of masculinity and chivalry, reframing them not as performances, but as identity traits rooted in accountability, humility, integrity, and responsibility. Michele, Jake, and Steven also explore why successful relationships require partnership over rigid gender roles, why love should feel like “100/100” instead of transactional effort, and how self-work, boundaries, and community are essential for lasting connection. **DISCLAIMER** The information shared in this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered as professional legal advice or a substitute for seeking professional legal advice.  Subscribe Here: * lovelustlaw - Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustlaw/id1819843688] * lovelustlaw - Spotify Podcasts [https://open.spotify.com/show/6BEWXKOaEo8lfK554a5NqE] * lovelustlaw - Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2789d9c8-b4ab-4b4a-847d-a469d89b1d0b/lovelustlaw] * lovelustlaw - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@lovelustlaw] Want to reach out to me? You can email me at hello@michelelocke.com. Want to find out what I'm up to? Follow me on socials (linked below). Just remember Michele is spelled with one L and you can thank my mother Margo for that :) Links Michele Locke * https://www.michelelocke.com/ [https://www.michelelocke.com/] * https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/ [https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/] * https://www.tiktok.com/@attorneymichelelocke [https://www.tiktok.com/@attorneymichelelocke]  * https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-locke/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-locke/]  * https://www.youtube.com/@attorney-michelelocke [https://www.youtube.com/@attorney-michelelocke]  Steven Goodwin * https://www.instagram.com/fulldisclosureconversations/ [https://www.instagram.com/fulldisclosureconversations/] * https://www.threads.com/@fulldisclosureconversations [https://www.threads.com/@fulldisclosureconversations] * https://www.youtube.com/@fulldisclosureconversations [https://www.youtube.com/@fulldisclosureconversations] Jake Deptula * www.instagram.com/jaked3000 [http://www.instagram.com/jaked3000] lovelustfear * https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustfear/id1735876283 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustfear/id1735876283] * https://open.spotify.com/show/0e3ndcf5u8lZ5lhN1lvWec [https://open.spotify.com/show/0e3ndcf5u8lZ5lhN1lvWec] * https://www.instagram.com/lovelustfearpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/lovelustfearpod/] National Domestic Violence Hotline (24/7/365) * Call 1.800.799.SAFE [http://1.800.799.SAFE] (7233) * Text: START to 88788  * https://www.thehotline.org/ [https://www.thehotline.org/] * https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline [https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline] * https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/ [https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/]

Living with Bipolar Disorder: Marriage, Music & Mental Health feat. Liz Gabriel

What does it feel like to live life at “two speeds”—either full throttle or completely shut down?  In this deeply personal episode, author, singer-songwriter, and designer Liz Gabriel opens up to host and attorney Michele Locke about being diagnosed with bipolar disorder at age 50 after decades of emotional chaos, confusion, and hidden struggles. Liz reveals how bipolar disorder affected her marriage, motherhood, friendships, creativity, and self-worth, while sharing the hard-earned tools that help her stay stable today—therapy, medication, faith, routine, and radical honesty. She also speaks candidly about the lesser-discussed realities of bipolar disorder, including hypersexuality, oversharing, shame, and emotional impulsivity. Michele adds insight into how mental health is often weaponized in divorce and custody cases, and what courts actually look for when evaluating stability and treatment. Honest, vulnerable, and hopeful, this episode is a powerful conversation about healing, relationships, and reclaiming your identity after diagnosis. **DISCLAIMER** The information shared in this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered as professional legal advice or a substitute for seeking professional legal advice.  Subscribe Here: * lovelustlaw - Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustlaw/id1819843688] * lovelustlaw - Spotify Podcasts [https://open.spotify.com/show/6BEWXKOaEo8lfK554a5NqE] * lovelustlaw - Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2789d9c8-b4ab-4b4a-847d-a469d89b1d0b/lovelustlaw] * lovelustlaw - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@lovelustlaw] Want to reach out to me? You can email me at hello@michelelocke.com. Want to find out what I'm up to? Follow me on socials (linked below). Just remember Michele is spelled with one L and you can thank my mother Margo for that :) Links Michele Locke * https://www.michelelocke.com/ [https://www.michelelocke.com/] * https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/ [https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/] * https://www.tiktok.com/@attorneymichelelocke [https://www.tiktok.com/@attorneymichelelocke]  * https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-locke/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-locke/]  * https://www.youtube.com/@attorney-michelelocke [https://www.youtube.com/@attorney-michelelocke]  Liz Gabriel * www.LizGabrielInteriors.com [http://www.lizgabrielinteriors.com] * https://www.instagram.com/lizgabrielinteriors/ [https://www.instagram.com/lizgabrielinteriors/] Jake Deptula * www.instagram.com/jaked3000 [http://www.instagram.com/jaked3000] lovelustfear * https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustfear/id1735876283 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustfear/id1735876283] * https://open.spotify.com/show/0e3ndcf5u8lZ5lhN1lvWec [https://open.spotify.com/show/0e3ndcf5u8lZ5lhN1lvWec] * https://www.instagram.com/lovelustfearpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/lovelustfearpod/] National Domestic Violence Hotline (24/7/365) Call 1.800.799.SAFE [http://1.800.799.SAFE] (7233) Text: START to 88788  * https://www.thehotline.org/ [https://www.thehotline.org/] * https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline [https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline] * https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/ [https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/]

Electric Youth to Midlife Truth: Love, Law & Lessons

Michele is back in her Electric Youth era, channeling the spirit of Debbie Gibson and reliving the days when her dream guys were the New Kids on the Block. This is a wild, unfiltered ride through nostalgia, pop culture, and the messy realities of adult life. From Aqua Net haze and Zima-fueled flashbacks to teen-magazine scrapbooks and iconic pop queens like Tiffany and Taylor Dayne, Michele and Jake kick things off with laughs, memories, and a bold throwback look that sparks it all. Michele dives into the complicated and often uncomfortable reality behind fame, using Britney Spears as a lens, and unpacking public breakdowns, rehab, and the darker side of celebrity culture. From the #freebritney movement to modern mega-machines like Taylor Swift’s touring empire, this conversation pulls no punches.  Finally, Michele brings the courtroom drama explaining the process behind court-ordered destruction of explicit content walking us through the surprising realities of divorce law and the legal chaos behind high-profile cases. **DISCLAIMER** The information shared in this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered as professional legal advice or a substitute for seeking professional legal advice.  Subscribe Here: * lovelustlaw - Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustlaw/id1819843688] * lovelustlaw - Spotify Podcasts [https://open.spotify.com/show/6BEWXKOaEo8lfK554a5NqE] * lovelustlaw - Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2789d9c8-b4ab-4b4a-847d-a469d89b1d0b/lovelustlaw] * lovelustlaw - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@lovelustlaw] Want to reach out to me? You can email me at hello@michelelocke.com. Want to find out what I'm up to? Follow me on socials (linked below). Just remember Michele is spelled with one L and you can thank my mother Margo for that :) Links Michele Locke * https://www.michelelocke.com/ [https://www.michelelocke.com/] * https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/ [https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/] * https://www.tiktok.com/@attorneymichelelocke [https://www.tiktok.com/@attorneymichelelocke]  * https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-locke/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-locke/]  * https://www.youtube.com/@attorney-michelelocke [https://www.youtube.com/@attorney-michelelocke]  Jake Deptula * www.instagram.com/jaked3000 [http://www.instagram.com/jaked3000] lovelustfear * https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustfear/id1735876283 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustfear/id1735876283] * https://open.spotify.com/show/0e3ndcf5u8lZ5lhN1lvWec [https://open.spotify.com/show/0e3ndcf5u8lZ5lhN1lvWec] * https://www.instagram.com/lovelustfearpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/lovelustfearpod/] Debbie Gibson  * https://debbiegibsonofficial.com/ [https://debbiegibsonofficial.com/] * Debbie Gibson on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/artist/18jZvCsW1PJ4FDQ5gEXuKp] * https://www.instagram.com/debbiegibson/ [https://www.instagram.com/debbiegibson/] * https://www.youtube.com/DebbieGibsonOfficial [https://www.youtube.com/DebbieGibsonOfficial] * Debbie Gibson - LIVE IN CONCERT IN HAWAII [https://www.bandsintown.com/e/107669278?affil_code=js_debbiegibsonofficial.com&app_id=js_debbiegibsonofficial.com&came_from=242&utm_campaign=event&utm_medium=web&utm_source=widget] * Electric Youth Perfume https://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Revlon/Electric-Youth-by-Debbie-Gibson-9148.html [https://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Revlon/Electric-Youth-by-Debbie-Gibson-9148.html] National Domestic Violence Hotline (24/7/365) Call 1.800.799.SAFE [http://1.800.799.SAFE] (7233) Text: START to 88788  * https://www.thehotline.org/ [https://www.thehotline.org/] * https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline [https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline] * https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/ [https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/]

Tales from the MILF Mafia: Mommy Makeovers, Cruel Communicators, Narcissists & Unfiltered Truth-Telling feat. Lindsay Abernathy

What happens when love turns into control—and how do you find your way out? This week, Michele links up with Lindsay, the bold voice behind “Bitch is a Bad Word,” for a conversation that’s as unfiltered as it is unforgettable. It’s raw, it’s real—and yes, they’re also casually taking applications for a Mommy Makeover, so if you’ve been thinking about a glow-up… consider this your sign. Somewhere between truth bombs and laughter, Lindsay even tries to recruit Michele into the “MILF Mafia”—because healing and hotness aren’t mutually exclusive. Lindsay opens up about her early days in entertainment (hello, The Walking Dead) and how a whirlwind romance quickly spiraled into something far darker. What starts as intensity becomes control—then isolation, financial restriction, and emotional manipulation. She breaks down how abusers weaponize your vulnerabilities, sharing one chilling message from her partner: “if you were ugly, you’d be dead.” From fear to freedom, Lindsay reveals the moment everything finally clicked—and what it really takes to leave when your life feels tangled in someone else’s grip. Michele and Lindsay unpack the red flags we rationalize, the damage words can do, and the hard truth: you can’t love someone into becoming better. Now, Lindsay is reclaiming her story and turning pain into purpose. Through her signature “edutainment” style, she’s helping others spot the signs and speak out—featuring survivor stories, listener submissions, and her fan-favorite series, “texties from the exties.” **DISCLAIMER** The information shared in this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered as professional legal advice or a substitute for seeking professional legal advice.  Subscribe Here: * lovelustlaw - Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustlaw/id1819843688] * lovelustlaw - Spotify Podcasts [https://open.spotify.com/show/6BEWXKOaEo8lfK554a5NqE] * lovelustlaw - Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2789d9c8-b4ab-4b4a-847d-a469d89b1d0b/lovelustlaw] * lovelustlaw - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@lovelustlaw] Want to reach out to me? You can email me at hello@michelelocke.com [hello@michelelocke.com]. Just remember Michele is spelled with one L and you can thank my mother Margo for that :) Want to find out what I'm up to? Follow me on socials (linked below).  Links Michele Locke * https://www.michelelocke.com/ [https://www.michelelocke.com/] * https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/ [https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/] * https://www.tiktok.com/@attorneymichelelocke [https://www.tiktok.com/@attorneymichelelocke]  * https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-locke/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-locke/]  * https://www.youtube.com/@attorney-michelelocke [https://www.youtube.com/@attorney-michelelocke]  Lindsay Abernathy * Patreon.com/bitchisabadword [http://patreon.com/bitchisabadword] * https://www.instagram.com/bitchisabadwordpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/bitchisabadwordpod/] * https://www.youtube.com/@BitchIsABadWord [https://www.youtube.com/@BitchIsABadWord] * https://www.tiktok.com/@bitchisabadword [https://www.tiktok.com/@bitchisabadword] Jake Deptula * www.instagram.com/jaked3000 [http://www.instagram.com/jaked3000] lovelustfear * https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustfear/id1735876283 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustfear/id1735876283] * https://open.spotify.com/show/0e3ndcf5u8lZ5lhN1lvWec [https://open.spotify.com/show/0e3ndcf5u8lZ5lhN1lvWec] * https://www.instagram.com/lovelustfearpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/lovelustfearpod/] National Domestic Violence Hotline (24/7/365) Call 1.800.799.SAFE [http://1.800.799.SAFE] (7233) Text: START to 88788  * https://www.thehotline.org/ [https://www.thehotline.org/] * https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline [https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline] * https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/ [https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/]

Peace Is Priceless: Tools for Surviving High-Conflict Divorce & Family Court Strategy feat. Courtney Gilmartin

Family court can feel like chaos when emotions run high and truth gets lost in the noise. But what if the real advantage isn’t arguing harder… it’s collecting evidence smarter? In this episode of lovelustlaw, Michele Locke sits down with Courtney Gilmartin, founder of Monarch Consulting Group and creator of the Monarch Method, a powerful system born from her own experience navigating high-conflict litigation and post-separation abuse. When the system failed to see what was happening, Courtney stopped reacting, and started building her case like a business. Using timelines, spreadsheets, and linked evidence, she created a clear, structured narrative that exposed patterns and cut through “he said/she said” conflict. Together, Michele and Courtney unpack what really happens after separation; how control tactics escalate, why communication becomes a weapon, and how children and finances are often used as leverage. They share practical strategies most people never hear: preparing before filing, consulting multiple attorneys, keeping communication in one channel, and mastering the “detach and document” approach. They also break down parenting coordinators, tools like OurFamilyWizard, and why reactive messages can quietly damage your credibility in court. At its core, this episode is about shifting from emotional survival to strategic control, and knowing when protecting your peace matters more than prolonging the fight. **DISCLAIMER** The information shared in this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered as professional legal advice or a substitute for seeking professional legal advice.  Subscribe Here: * lovelustlaw - Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustlaw/id1819843688] * lovelustlaw - Spotify Podcasts [https://open.spotify.com/show/6BEWXKOaEo8lfK554a5NqE] * lovelustlaw - Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2789d9c8-b4ab-4b4a-847d-a469d89b1d0b/lovelustlaw] * lovelustlaw - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@lovelustlaw] Want to reach out to me? You can email me at hello@michelelocke.com [hello@michelelocke.com]. Just remember Michele is spelled with one L and you can thank my mother Margo for that :) Want to find out what I'm up to? Follow me on socials (linked below).  Links Michele Locke * https://www.michelelocke.com/ [https://www.michelelocke.com/] * https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/ [https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/] * https://www.tiktok.com/@attorneymichelelocke [https://www.tiktok.com/@attorneymichelelocke]  * https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-locke/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-locke/]  * https://www.youtube.com/@attorney-michelelocke [https://www.youtube.com/@attorney-michelelocke]  Courtney Gilmartin * https://www.instagram.com/courtney.gilmartin/ [https://www.instagram.com/courtney.gilmartin/] * https://www.monarchconsultinggrp.com/ [https://www.monarchconsultinggrp.com/] Jake Deptula * www.instagram.com/jaked3000 [http://www.instagram.com/jaked3000] lovelustfear * https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustfear/id1735876283 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustfear/id1735876283] * https://open.spotify.com/show/0e3ndcf5u8lZ5lhN1lvWec [https://open.spotify.com/show/0e3ndcf5u8lZ5lhN1lvWec] * https://www.instagram.com/lovelustfearpod/ [https://www.instagram.com/lovelustfearpod/] National Domestic Violence Hotline (24/7/365) Call 1.800.799.SAFE [http://1.800.799.SAFE] (7233) Text: START to 88788  https://www.thehotline.org/ [https://www.thehotline.org/] https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline [https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline] https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/ [https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/] topics | #divorce #divorcesupport #divorced #divorceprocess #divorcelawyers #divorcelawyer #divorceattorney #divorceproblemsolution #divorcefinancialplanning #divorceplanning #divorcedparents #divorcepodcast #lawpodcast #texasattorney #texaslawyer #texaslawyers #coercivecontrol #coparent #coparentingtips #coparentingadvice #coparentingchallenges #coparentingstruggles #coparenting #divorceconsult