Divorce, But Smarter: There’s Onward.life for That | Episode 243

May 28
46 mins

Episode Description

In this episode of Divorce at Altitude, Ryan Kalamaya sits down with the founders of Onward.life, Alexa Wesner and Jason Weiss, to explore how technology is transforming the divorce process. From financial management to co-parenting and emotional wellness, Onward.life offers tools to simplify every step of divorce, whether you’re self-represented or working with attorneys.

Listeners learn how Onward.life helps users like Eric and Melanie Wolf streamline complex financial disclosures, create accurate budgets, and simulate post-divorce scenarios. The episode highlights how the platform integrates AI for operational support without replacing human judgment and emphasizes emotional well-being through journaling, feelings wheels, and community resources.

Ryan and the Onward team discuss how the platform addresses the challenges faced by both the 72% of self-represented individuals and those with legal counsel. From onboarding and document imports to financial literacy, parenting guidance, and wellness support, this episode offers actionable insight into making the divorce process more manageable, transparent, and compassionate.

Guest Information

Alexa
Co-founder of Onward.life and a divorcee with personal experience navigating the emotional, legal, and financial complexities of divorce. She conceptualized Onward.life to provide a holistic, supportive platform for people going through separation.

Jason
Co-founder of Onward.life and technology entrepreneur. Jason brings expertise in building scalable solutions and product development, focusing on operational efficiency and financial management within the platform.

Episode Outline

1. Origin and Purpose of Onward.life

Alexa shares her personal experience with divorce and the need for a comprehensive platform, while Jason explains the journey of building a tech solution to address financial, legal, and emotional challenges.

2. Financial Transparency and Operational Support

How Onward.life streamlines the collection, categorization, and simulation of financial information, helping users prepare for disclosures, asset division, and budgeting efficiently.

3. Emotional Wellbeing and Co-Parenting Tools

The platform incorporates wellness features, community support, and parenting guidance, helping users manage the emotional stress of divorce while making informed decisions for their families.


What is Divorce at Altitude? 

Ryan Kalamaya and Amy Goscha provide tips and recommendations on issues related to divorce, separation, and co-parenting in Colorado. Ryan and Amy are the founding partners of an innovative and ambitious law firm, Kalamaya | Goscha, that pushes the boundaries to discover new frontiers in family law, personal injuries, and criminal defense in Colorado. 

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