Linda continues to eat her way around LA and drops by the queen of dinner parties; food journalist, cook & best selling author Jess Damuck (Health Nut, Salad Freak, Benny Blanco’s Open Wide).  As Jess and Linda slap some clay in Jess’ home pottery studio, they talk about how Jess is a self-proclaimed control freak who has learned to let go of perfectionism. She talks about simple, creative cooking plus how her close relationship with Martha Stewart taught her to be decisive. Follow Jess...

Linda is easing into LA life and visits new mum Gabrielle Stone. Gabrielle is a best-selling author who has picked up the ingredients for a Self Love Cocktail after catching her husband cheating, living through a divorce in her 20s and then getting dumped by a high profile celebrity before their European vacation.  How do you learn to trust again after a betrayal? How can we rebuild trust in our relationships? While her baby naps peacefully in the next room, Gabrielle shares her Tough Love...

On a rainy day in LA, Linda meets comedian Leslie Liao (Central Intelligence) at her apartment. Leslie reflects on her Asian American upbringing in The OC and how she tried to fit in. She gives Linda her current rules on dating, feelings after freezing her eggs and what her needs are in a relationship. And we love a girl who f*cking loves a to-do list.  Hey Australia! Leslie Liao is touring in June - go to www.leslieliao.com for more and follow her IG @resrieriao  Join Linda on her...

It’s been over a year since Linda moved to LA. Now, she is calling her family with life-changing news about her relationship. That’s if her mum, Janet, will pause to ask how Linda’s doing to find out herself. After her big confession, Linda catches up with one of her oldest friends who understands exactly what she’s going through.  Join Linda on her hilarious and real journey towards self-reflection and growth. Season 3 will continue to see Linda grapple with every essence of change and...

Tough Love is back April 9, 2024! And right now, I have a sweet update with an opportunity for you if you enjoy this podcast series. We are launching an official community with some super perks. By signing up, you’ll get weekly episodes, ad-free, before anyone else! You’ll also receive my personal newsletter, plus access to extended interviews and bonus conversations. I’d also LOVE for you to be part of the podcast, so I’ll be sharing your stories in a members only series titled Tough Love:...

This is it. It’s taken years, but Linda is finally leaving Australia and moving to LA for good. Before she goes, Linda spends quality time with each of her loved ones, including Nonna Carmelinda. This series finale culminates in a tough and tender full circle moment.

It’s the night of Linda’s book launch, and emotions are flying.  For the last two years, Linda’s been writing a memoir about family and relationships. While getting stuck into the process, Linda’s been digging into a big part of her personality: she is a life-long people pleaser.  Linda turns to two close friends for guidance on how to live a more honest, unapologetic life and how to set boundaries while remaining compassionate.  And before Linda can celebrate the release of her book, she...

Linda heads out of the city to check in on her fertility journey with a close ‘egg freezing’ friend. She makes a happy discovery while realising an important emotional lesson on control and expectations. How do we let go of things outside of our control? A new friend teaches us the philosophy of stoicism as Linda asks, how do we remain stoic in times of uncertainty? Why do the stoics say no to ‘hope’?  Join Linda on her hilarious, raw and (sometimes) sad journey towards self-reflection and...

We’re halfway through Season Two of Tough Love! So we’re taking a hot minute to catch our breath and share part of the one off Live Show we did at the Sydney Opera House in March 2023. It was sold out and part of the esteemed All About Women festival.  This conversation is about Making Tough Decisions.

Back in Australia, Linda is shocked when her dad shares some life-changing news about his health. Then, her mum confesses a personal secret from her childhood. Faced with the reality of her parents getting older, Linda realises that their time together is limited. With her move to the US on the horizon, Linda asks how can we navigate duty and loyalty from afar? How do we deal with our parents getting older?

Linda finally gets on a plane to LA, but she discovers there’s a larger issue at hand causing her body breakouts. Stress. How do we handle it in changing times? How do our bodies manifest stress? What the f*ck is an exhaustion funnel?

After a long awaited reunion with her boyfriend Magnus, Linda remains in Australia to finalise immigration paperwork as he heads back to LA. But, with extra stress piling up, something has happened to Linda’s face. As her mum Janet tries to intervene, Linda seeks answers with close friends - restaurateur Samantha Lim and DJ Anna Lunoe. Can these friends help Linda shed her tensions? How do we reset for a fresh start?

Everything has led to this moment. Linda is about to see her boyfriend IRL for the first time in a year and a half. On her way to pick him up, Linda reminisces on the time apart and the tough love lessons she's faced. She answers the most important question so far - after all this time, are they still worth it?

The story continues.  Will Linda and Magnus be reunited? How do we deal with tough stuff? Did Linda’s mum ever finish cleaning the bathroom? Join Linda on her hilarious, raw and (sometimes) sad journey towards self-reflection and growth in a time of uncertainty.

It’s the year 2023 and Linda is calling you but you’re not picking up, so she presses record and sends you a trusty voice message. You’re invited to an exclusive live show!

When a lawyer gives Linda some hard truths about reuniting with Magnus, the future feels more uncertain than ever. Linda turns to her brother who dishes up some grounded advice and later reminisces about how she first met Magnus. Determined, Linda asks how do we remain hopeful while embracing the unknown? An expert gives her real talk on finding peace (even just a little bit) when we can only expect the unexpected.

Linda’s life lately has been revolving around the F-word. Fertility.  Have you ever thought about your fertility? Or if you want to have a baby?  Linda has always felt uncomfortable hearing these questions over the years, but with the pandemic bringing around so much uncertainty, she took matters into her own hands. You’ll find out everything you need to know about egg freezing as Linda shares her personal journey. The facts, the risks, the ups and downs: Linda confides in her doctor and...

It’s been exactly one year since Linda left her boyfriend Magnus and her new home in LA, so she reflects with a bestie on another year of long distance love before getting back to work. Later, Linda checks in with a friend on speed-dial — a relationship therapist & psycho-sexologist — meanwhile the Tough Love community is growing and they share their advice. How can you make long distance relationships work for you? Can love survive long distance?

Linda visits her dad at work and realises they are both facing the same problem, while catching up with a friend brings more questions about her identity. Will Linda discover the tools to becoming a successful human?

It’s a rewind to the holidays and Linda spends another Christmas away from her boyfriend Magnus but finds a fresh direction thanks to a new friend who leads her back to her family

Linda explores the main themes in her life right now: family dynamics, health, identity, career and love life.

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