ValuationPodcast.com - A podcast about all things Business + Valuation.

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  The Anti-Finance Money Conversation: Rewriting Your Money Story After Divorce 26.08.2026 54мин

  Hi, Welcome to the Divorce Allies Podcast. I’m Melissa Gragg, and today I’m speaking with Chelsea M. Williams, a financial architect who helps women understand their money stories and take control of their financial narratives. Our conversation explores what we call the “anti-finance money conversation”—looking beyond numbers, budgets, and accounts to understand how childhood experiences, beliefs, emotions, and relationships shape the way we manage money. This conversation is especially relev...
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  When the President Steals the Deal: The $3.7 Million Cost of Lost Profits 29.07.2026 58мин

  Hi, Welcome to ValuationPodcast.com. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert, and today I’m joined by Kelly Lise Murray, a lawyer, professor, legal scholar, and serial entrepreneur who brings a fascinating perspective to the intersection of litigation, business, and valuation. In this episode, Kelly and I dive into a remarkable federal case involving a president, a business opportunity, lost profits, and millions of dollars in litigation costs. The case, Zip By v...
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  When Divorce Courts Get Business Valuation Wrong: Lessons from Bailey v. Bailey 15.07.2026 1ч 13мин

  Hi, Welcome back to the ValuationPodcast.com, where we explore the financial, legal, and strategic issues that shape business valuation and divorce outcomes. I'm Melissa Gragg, financial mediator and business valuation expert, and today I'm joined by legal scholar, attorney, professor, and entrepreneur Kelly Lise Murray. In this episode, we're breaking down the recent Bailey v. Bailey appellate decision from North Carolina—a case that demonstrates how even a relatively small business valuatio...
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  Beyond the Legal Argument: The Psychology Behind Successful Business Mediation 08.07.2026 51мин

  Hi, Welcome back to the ValuationPodcast! I'm Melissa Gragg, and in this episode, I'm joined by Scott Zucker, an experienced commercial mediator, attorney, and author of The Mediation Minute. Together, we're exploring a side of dispute resolution that often gets overlooked—the psychology behind successful mediation. While legal arguments and financial facts are important, many business disputes are ultimately driven by emotions, communication, and the way people perceive fairness and co...
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  Financial Therapy, Money Trauma & Abundance Mindset: How to Rewrite Your Money Story 01.07.2026 1ч 6мин

  Hi, welcome back to the Valuation Podcast. I'm Melissa Gragg, and today we're diving into a topic that impacts nearly every aspect of our lives but is rarely discussed openly—our relationship with money. Whether you're navigating divorce, grieving the loss of a spouse, rebuilding after a major life transition, or simply feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, the truth is that money is never just about dollars and cents. It's tied to our identity, our beliefs, our upbringing, and ...
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  Stay Ready: How Smart Business Owners Prepare for Growth, Buyers, and Opportunity 24.06.2026 1ч 6мин

  Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com. I'm Melissa Gragg, financial mediator and business valuation expert, and today I'm joined by Kendall Peterson, seasoned executive, business strategist, and author of The Essential Elements of Business Health. In this conversation, we explore what it really means to build a healthy business that is prepared for growth, valuation, and unexpected opportunities. Whether you're planning to sell your company someday or simply want to create a stronger...
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  The Real Deal: Why Buyers and Sellers Never Agree on Value 03.06.2026 1ч 1мин

  Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri. In today’s episode, I’m joined by David C. Barnett—an international speaker, author, consultant, and one of the most respected voices in the world of buying, selling, financing, and managing small and medium-sized businesses. Together, we take a deep dive into what really happens ...
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  Price Is Only the Beginning: Where Millions Are Won or Lost in M&A 20.05.2026 1ч 7мин

  Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri. When it comes to buying or selling a business, most people focus on one thing—the price. But what if I told you that the price is only the beginning, and that millions can be won or lost in the details of the deal itself? In today’s episode, I’m joined by Holli Moeini, a seasoned ...
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  What Makes a Company Fundable? Inside the Mind of an Investor 13.05.2026 40мин

  Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri. Today we’re taking a deep dive into something every founder thinks about—but very few truly understand: what makes a company fundable in the eyes of an investor. If you’ve ever believed that having a great idea or strong revenue is enough to secure funding, this conversation may c...
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  Signs Your Spouse Is Hiding Money & How to Prove It 06.05.2026 1ч 9мин

  Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri. Today we are with Victoria Kirilloff, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and founder of Divorce Analytics, to break down one of the most common — and misunderstood — issues in divorce: 👉 Hidden money, financial manipulation, and how to actually prove it. From forensic accounting ...
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  What Happens When You Don’t Properly Value Assets in Divorce 29.04.2026 32мин

  Welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com. I’m Melissa Gragg, and today we’re unpacking a case that highlights one of the biggest mistakes people make in divorce litigation—assuming they can fix weak evidence after the fact. When business interests, hidden assets, and financial disputes collide in divorce, courts rely heavily on the evidence that’s actually presented at trial. And if you fail to properly value an asset, document financial transfers, or bring in the right experts at the right time,...
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  Business Valuation Mistakes That Can Cost You Millions 24.04.2026 25мин

  Welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com. I’m Melissa Gragg, and today we’re diving into a conversation that every business owner, attorney, and divorcing spouse needs to hear—because we’re talking about what happens when valuation evidence falls apart in court. When a business is involved in divorce, people often assume that simply showing up with numbers is enough. But the reality is that courts don’t just evaluate the value—they evaluate the credibility behind that value. Weak testimony, incon...
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  Behind the Headlines: Celebrity Divorce Truths 11.04.2026 46мин

  Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri. In this episode, we are with Randy Kessler: family law attorney, professor, media commentator, and trusted counsel in many high-profile divorce cases. From prenups and influencer income to personal goodwill, domestic violence allegations, private judging, and brand-based wealth, t...
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  Discovery Is Power: Subpoenas & Divorce Strategy 20.03.2026 30мин

  Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri. In this conversation, we discuss with Becky how discovery really works in divorce cases, why subpoenas often get rejected, and how proper research and compliance can dramatically speed up legal outcomes. Whether you are a divorce attorney, financial expert, forensic accountant, m...
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  Handshake Deals, Huge Numbers: Why Agreements Can Collapse on Appeal 27.02.2026 48мин

  Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri. Today on ValuationPodcast.com, we’re diving into one of the most cautionary valuation cases you’ll ever read. Handshake deals. Huge jury verdicts. And a $54 million award that collapsed on appeal. I’m joined by attorney and legal scholar Kelly Lise Murray to unpack Kay v. Yasowitz...
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  Deliver the Team, Not the Result: The Leadership Shift Founders Must Make 13.02.2026 41мин

  Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things related to business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri. Today I’m joined by Peter Anderton, a UK-based leadership expert who helps senior executives cut through the noise to transform their organizations, their teams, and their lives. This episode tackles a powerful leadership shift that directly impacts business value: “Deliver the te...
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  Valuation Decisions That Shape Family Wealth 30.01.2026 37мин

  Hi, welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — a podcast and video series about all things business and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri. Today I’m joined by Jeff Condren, an advisor to family business owners in the Chicagoland area who specializes in next-generation transitions and building the right team to make those transitions successful. In this episode, we’re digging into a topic that doesn’t get talked about enough: ho...
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  Before the Sale: Building Trust Around Family, Money, and the Next Generation 21.01.2026 24мин

  Hi, and welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com — the podcast and video series where we talk about business, valuation, and the real-life issues that come with both. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis. Today I’m joined by Emily Bouchard — family transition specialist, author, and speaker — and we’re going beyond the numbers. Our topic is: Before the Sale: Building Trust Around Family, Money, and the Next Generation. Because when a founder-led or mu...
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  The Future of Leadership: Self-Awareness, Authenticity, and Human Connection 02.01.2026 1ч 5мин

  The Future of Leadership: Self-Awareness, Authenticity, and Human Connection with Emily Bouchard and Akasha Welcome back to ValuationPodcast.com, where we explore business, valuation, and the human side of leadership. In this episode, Melissa Gragg, financial mediator and valuation expert, is joined by Emily and Akasha for a powerful conversation on leadership, self-awareness, authenticity, and integration — and why these qualities matter more than ever in today’s rapidly changing world. As A...
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  Who Owns Your Digital Empire? Protect & Value Your Invisible Assets Before You Sell Your Business 12.12.2025 54мин

  Who Owns Your Digital Empire? Protect & Value Your Invisible Assets Before You Sell Your Business Welcome to ValuationPodcast.com—your go-to resource for navigating the world of business growth and valuation. I’m Melissa Gragg, a financial mediator and business valuation expert in St. Louis, Missouri. In this episode, I sit down with Paige Wiest, CEO of Tree Ring Digital, to uncover one of the biggest blind spots business owners face today—digital asset ownership, continuity, and valuatio...