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The Glamorous Grind

Ilona Antonyan, Mila Arutunian

31 episodes

15 hours ago

Reach Out Here Divorce can feel isolating — but connection is the cure. In this heartfelt episode, Ilona and Mila talk with Arielle Fuller, community builder and relationship expert, about her new Divorce Buddy System. She's pairing women who’ve been through divorce with those currently navigating it. Arielle opens up about her own story, the rise of loneliness in modern life, and how vulnerability and courage can rebuild confidence from the inside out. This is an episode about healing, fri...

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Entrepreneurship

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Reach Out Here Divorce can feel isolating — but connection is the cure. In this heartfelt episode, Ilona and Mila talk with Arielle Fuller, community builder and relationship expert, about her new Divorce Buddy System. She's pairing women who’ve been through divorce with those currently navigating it. Arielle opens up about her own story, the rise of loneliness in modern life, and how vulnerability and courage can rebuild confidence from the inside out. This is an episode about healing, fri...

Show more...

Personal Journals,

Society & Culture,

Entrepreneurship

Episodes (20/31)

The Glamorous Grind

Divorce Buddies: Healing and Friendship After the Breakup

Reach Out Here Divorce can feel isolating — but connection is the cure. In this heartfelt episode, Ilona and Mila talk with Arielle Fuller, community builder and relationship expert, about her new Divorce Buddy System. She's pairing women who’ve been through divorce with those currently navigating it. Arielle opens up about her own story, the rise of loneliness in modern life, and how vulnerability and courage can rebuild confidence from the inside out. This is an episode about healing, fri...

2 weeks ago

24 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Objection! TV Lawyering Is Hearsay, Your Honor

Reach Out Here Your favorite legal dramas deliver killer lines; real court rewards clean records. We sat down to separate TV spectacle from courtroom reality—pulling scenes from Suits, Legally Blonde, Kramer vs. Kramer, Big Little Lies, and North Country—and traced what would actually fly before a judge with a packed calendar and zero patience for theatrics. The truth is quieter, more exacting, and far more interesting once you know where to look. We unpack why a dazzling memory or elite dip...

1 month ago

42 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

The Legal Maze of IVF: Who Owns Your Embryos After Divorce?

Reach Out Here We explore the complex legal landscape of IVF, surrogacy, and embryo ownership with adoption attorney Anna Howard, who brings years of experience helping families navigate reproductive law. • Embryo ownership after divorce is a legally complex area with limited case precedent • California has no published case law specifically addressing frozen embryo disputes • Clinics require disposition forms but these are often signed hastily without proper consideration • Courts generally...

1 month ago

26 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Custody Battles from Hell: Shocking Family Law Stories

Reach Out Here Ever wondered what happens when a decade-long paternity secret explodes? When custody battles turn into psychological warfare? Our latest deep dive takes you behind closed doors into the most shocking family law cases that still haunt veteran attorneys years later. The episode opens with a jaw-dropping story of a married man who paid hush money for ten years to a woman claiming he fathered her child during a one-night stand. When her financial demands became too excessive, she...

1 month ago

26 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Exposing Daycare Negligence & CPS Failures

Reach Out Here When tragedy strikes a family, especially one involving a child, the path forward can seem impossibly daunting. Enter Keri Nahama, a formidable personal injury attorney who specializes in representing society's most vulnerable victims – children who cannot speak for themselves. With a philosophy she describes as "polite until provoked," Keri reveals the profound purpose behind personal injury law that goes far beyond monetary compensation. Through heartbreaking yet inspiring s...

2 months ago

32 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Billion-Dollar Justice for Foster Kids

Reach Out Here The journey to justice often takes unexpected paths. Attorney Blake Woodhall returns to share the remarkable conclusion of his fight against Los Angeles County, resulting in a historic $4 billion settlement for 11,000 survivors of sexual abuse in the foster care system over a staggering 65-year period. Behind the headlines and enormous settlement figure lies a profound human story. Woodhall reveals how victims—many now in their 60s, 70s, and 80s—have carried the weight of chil...

2 months ago

45 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Passion: How a Drummer Became a TBI Attorney

When passion meets purpose, extraordinary results follow. Attorney Eric Ganci embodies this principle in every aspect of his multifaceted career—from drummer to DUI defense attorney to brain injury specialist. His journey reveals a powerful truth: authenticity isn't just personally fulfilling it's professionally advantageous. Eric's signature bow ties aren't just fashion statements but symbols of his commitment to bringing his whole self to his work. "Lean into who you are as a person, then ...

3 months ago

24 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Why “Quiet Quitting” Isn’t the Flex You Think It Is

Is quiet quitting a form of self-care, silent protest… or just career sabotage in disguise? In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, Ilona and Mila tackle the controversial workplace trend of quiet quitting. They break down the generational clash between hustle culture and the new wave of boundaries, the harsh realities of inflation, the emotional cost of underappreciation, and how to protect your peace—without sabotaging your career. Whether you're burnt out, fed up, or just wondering if it...

3 months ago

36 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

What No One Tells You About Leaving the Military

What happens after our heroes return home? In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, we sit down with Dr. Gerald P. Porter—veteran, senior USPS executive, and advocate for North County Veterans Stand Down. We uncover the often-invisible battles veterans face once they leave the military: PTSD, homelessness, unemployment, incarceration, and fractured families. 🎖️ From personal stories to systemic failures, we explore: Why so many veterans struggle with re-entry into civilian lifeThe alarming ris...

3 months ago

38 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Prenups 101: Love, Law & Protecting Your Future

Are prenups just for the rich—or are they a smart move for anyone saying “I do”? In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, Ilona and Mila are joined by certified family law specialist Andrew Rosenberry to unpack the truth about prenuptial agreements. From protecting both parties to why they’re more common (and necessary) than ever, we’re breaking down the legal and emotional realities of love, money, and marriage. 💔 What if your partner refuses to sign? 💼 What makes a prenup enforceable—o...

3 months ago

44 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Surviving to Thriving: Life After Narcissistic Abuse

Podcast host Lindsay Abernathy joins Ilona and Mila to discuss the hidden epidemic of domestic abuse, emotional manipulation, and the failures of the family court system. Lindsay — host of Bitch Is A Bad Word — shares her personal survival story and explains why silence is dangerous, how trauma bonds form, and what “pink flags” really mean. From love bombing and gaslighting to corruption in courtrooms, Lindsay speaks out for every woman who’s ever felt stuck, unheard, or afraid to leave. 🔥 To...

4 months ago

35 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Misclassified? The Truth About Independent Contractors vs Employees

Are you actually an employee—but getting paid like a contractor? In this eye-opening episode of The Glamorous Grind, Carly and Mila expose the legal gray areas surrounding independent contractor misclassification. From workplace horror stories to California’s ABC Test, AB5, and the Uber & Lyft legal wars, this episode is packed with insight every worker and employer needs to hear. 🎧 You’ll learn: What makes someone a W-2 employee vs a 1099 contractorWhy so many businesses get it wrong—som...

4 months ago

30 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Inside Human Trafficking: DA Summer Stephan Reveals What No One Sees

San Diego District Attorney Summer Stephan joins The Glamorous Grind for a chilling, eye-opening look into the hidden world of human trafficking—and how it’s happening right in our own neighborhoods. With over 35 years of experience on the front lines of justice, DA Stephan shares how a childhood moment sparked her lifelong mission to protect the vulnerable. From teens recruited on Instagram to trafficking operations that thrive without a single bruise, this episode is packed with truth, tool...

4 months ago

37 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

One Safe Place: Help for Domestic Violence Survivors

If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, abuse, or trauma—this episode could change everything. This week on The Glamorous Grind, attorneys Ilona Antonyan and Mila Arutunian go inside One Safe Place North County, a trauma-informed Family Justice Center serving survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, human trafficking, and more. Joining them is Claudio Grasso, former Chief of the Family Protection Division and now Director of One Safe Pl...

4 months ago

40 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Power Dressing: The Law of Image with Dean Hall

Can what you wear make or break your career? This week on The Glamorous Grind, Ilona and Mila welcome fashion expert Dean Hall to talk about the politics, pressure, and prestige behind how we present ourselves. Dean has styled celebrities, CEOs, and pro athletes—and he’s here to spill the glam tea on everything from courtroom couture to TV set chaos. Together, we discuss: The psychology behind style and first impressionsHow to radiate authority and femininity without compromiseWhy looking pol...

5 months ago

37 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Divorce 101: What to Expect & How to Protect Yourself

Thinking about divorce or already in the thick of it? In this episode of The Glamorous Grind, Ilona and Mila break down everything you need to know about navigating divorce with clarity, confidence, and class. Ilona—certified family law specialist—walks us through the entire process: from recognizing the red flags that it might be time to leave, to the step-by-step legal timeline, child custody, financial division, and how to protect your peace during one of the most emotionally charged exper...

5 months ago

45 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Serving the Servers: How Big Table Is Transforming Hospitality Care

What happens when the people who serve us—restaurant staff, hotel workers, bartenders—quietly fall into crisis? Nick Petro, San Diego City Director of Big Table, joins The Glamorous Grind to pull back the curtain on a growing, hidden emergency in the hospitality industry. From eviction to mental health breakdowns, workers are often left to fend for themselves—until Big Table shows up. In this episode, we explore: The truth about working in hospitality todayStories of real lives changed throug...

5 months ago

23 minutes

The Glamorous Grind

Viral Justice: How Attorney Ryan Is Changing the Legal Game on TikTok

This week on The Glamorous Grind, we sit down with employment attorney and viral legal influencer Ryan Stygar, aka “The Labor Lawyer” on TikTok. From his blue-collar roots in firefighting to building a law firm from scratch during the pandemic, Ryan shares the gritty truth behind online advocacy, legal education, and what it really takes to go viral. 🎙️ Inside the episode: How Attorney Ryan built a 2M+ following with legal truth bombsWhy authenticity and empathy are his secret weaponsOur vira...

5 months ago

1 hour

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The Price of Peace: What Divorce Really Costs

In the premiere of Season 2 of The Glamorous Grind, attorneys Ilona Antonyan and Mila Arutunian sit down with family law expert Nicholas Moore for a raw, insightful look at the emotional and legal minefields of family court and juvenile dependency cases. What happens when CPS knocks on your door? When does emotional abuse become a legal case? And what does “full custody” really mean? In this episode, you’ll hear: The real legal process behind CPS and juvenile courtRed flag vs. green flag scen...

5 months ago

30 minutes

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Sexual Harassment & Restraining Orders: The Legal Truth You Need to Hear

Sexual harassment. Wrongful termination. Domestic violence. Restraining orders. In this season finale of The Glamorous Grind, attorneys Mila and Ilona get real about some of the most misunderstood legal issues people face today—both at work and at home. They break down what actually qualifies as harassment, how to protect yourself if you’re fired for reporting abuse or having a medical condition, and how restraining orders can be used to protect victims—or manipulate custody and court outcom...

6 months ago

38 minutes