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Can I Be Honest with Valentina & Lina

Can I Be Honest with Valentina & Lina

By: Valentina Weinman and Lina Forrestal
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Can I Be Honest is the podcast where curiosity takes the mic, and judgment gets the mute button. Hosted by Valentina Weinman and Lina Forrestal, two real-life mom friends who a lot of hot takes and zero interest in small talk. They dive into the taboo, the touchy, and the totally misunderstood. Through candid conversations and interviews with guests from all walks of life, they explore the stories and perspectives that challenge norms, spark empathy, and push us to think a little deeper. This isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about being bold enough to ask better questions.

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Episodes
  • Why Gentle Parenting Isn’t Working (And What Parents Need Instead) with Parenting Coach Danielle Linder
    Jul 15 2025

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    Has gentle parenting gone too far?

    In this episode, we sit down with parenting coach and early childhood expert Danielle Lindner to unpack the growing backlash against gentle parenting. Danielle shares why the approach is often misunderstood, how it can easily tip into permissive territory, and what boundaries kids actually need to thrive.

    We talk about:

    • The difference between gentle and permissive parenting
    • Why “being nice” isn’t the same as being effective
    • How to set firm limits without yelling or losing your cool
    • The guilt parents feel about saying “no” and why we need to let that go
    • Tools for raising confident, respectful kids who still feel seen and heard

    Whether you’re feeling burned out by meltdowns or second-guessing your parenting style, this one’s for you. It’s not about being perfect, it’s about being intentional.

    Buy Danielle's book, Parent’s Pocket Guide to Surviving the Preschool Years: One Challenge at a Time on Amazon.

    Follow her @parentingtakespractice

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • From Burnout to Bass Drops: Why Michelle Left a Successful Business to Chase Joy
    Jul 7 2025

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    What happens when the life you thought you wanted turns out to be the very thing burning you out?

    In this episode, we sit down with the radiant and rebellious Michelle Keinan, somatic therapist, mom, wife, and former 6-figure online coach who walked away from the hustle, the clients, and the “you’re so successful” compliments to pursue something totally unexpected: becoming a DJ.

    We dive deep into what it really means to live a rich life (spoiler: it’s not about money), how to escape the comparison trap on social media, and why so many of us feel stuck chasing someone else’s version of success.

    If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, is this it?, or feeling like you’re living a life that looks good on the outside but doesn’t feel aligned on the inside, this one’s for you.

    Follow Michelle and her magnetic, truth-telling energy at @michellekeinan

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • The Truth About Stepmom Life: Boundaries, Bonding & Bio-Moms
    Jul 7 2025

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    On this episode of Can I Be Honest, Valentina sits down with Christina from the Radical Stepmoms podcast for a raw and revealing conversation about what it really means to be a stepmom.

    Navigating discipline and household rules, dealing with tricky dynamics with the bio-mom, they cover the real-life challenges (and joys) of blending families.

    They dive into questions like:
    — Does it matter how old the kids are when you join a blended family?
    — How do you bond with step-kids in a way that feels natural and respectful?
    — What pressures and double standards do stepmoms face compared to stepdads?

    Valentina also opens up about her personal journey as a stepmom to an 8-year-old and a 13-year-old and how she’s learning to define her role on her own terms.

    Whether you're a seasoned stepmom, new to the role, or just curious about the modern dynamics of blended families, this episode is full of insight, validation, and a lot of heart.

    Follow @radicalstepmoms to connect with Christina!

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    58 mins
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