Can I Be Honest with Valentina & Lina
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.
Can I Be Honest with Valentina & Lina
The Truth About Stepmom Life: Boundaries, Bonding & Bio-Moms
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!