Practically Imperfect

Why 'Hands-On Dad' Shouldn't Be a Compliment + Orson's Surgery Update

Hey everyone! We're back with another episode where we get real about life, marriage, and parenting. First, Orson opens up about his Crohn's disease journey and the difficult decision to move forward with surgery after 7 years of trying different medications and treatments. We talk about feeling like a "failure" for not being able to heal naturally, accepting help from modern medicine, and how this might actually be the path to becoming the athlete he's always wanted to be. Then Lindsay goes OFF about something that's been bothering her - why do we praise dads for being "hands-on" when that should just be... being a dad? We dive deep into the low bar set for fathers, how to communicate your needs in a relationship without trying to change your partner, and why some of those "amazing husband" posts on social media make us cringe. We also get into the tough stuff - what to do when your partner isn't stepping up, why therapy should be preventative not crisis intervention, and Lindsay's very strong opinions about divorce (Orson thinks she's a little too casual about it 😅). Fair warning: This one gets ranty, especially Lindsay. We're talking about real relationship dynamics, the importance of knowing what you actually want, and why actions always speak louder than words. Also - we're going to be MIA for a few weeks due to weddings and family stuff, so this will have to hold you over until August 18th. Sorry not sorry! As always, we're not therapists, just two people who've been going to therapy consistently for 4-5 years and have some thoughts. Let us know what you think!

#021 10 unhinged questions you should NEVER ask your partner!

In this episode of Practically Imperfect with Linzie & Orson, we break down ten “unhinged” questions people say you should never ask your partner — but we totally disagree. We believe you should never be afraid to ask your partner anything and that true connection comes from complete honesty and openness. Join us as we tackle each question, share our unfiltered answers, and talk about why nothing should be off-limits in a healthy relationship.

SLOMW season 2 recap! + Slut shaming in the Mormon church

In this episode of Practically Imperfect with Linzie & Orson, we dive into a Season 2 recap of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives—from the drama to the jaw-dropping moments. But we also go deeper, talking about the culture of slut-shaming in the Mormon church and how it’s shaped so many of our beliefs. We open up about how we plan to raise our daughter differently—with love, honesty, and zero shame, no matter what choices she makes.

#019 The aftermath of the high episode... + Linzie's fitness journey

In this episode of Practically Imperfect with Linzie & Orson, we unpack the aftermath of our “high” episode—especially how our family reacted (spoiler: it got interesting). We also dive into Linzie’s decision to start her fitness journey, what’s motivating her, and how she’s finding time for herself in the middle of everyday chaos. 4o

#018 Getting high for the first time...

n this episode of "Practically Imperfect with Linzie & Orson," we mix celebration with a dash of first-time adventures. Orson's birthday lands on Valentine's Day, turning the day into a double celebration of love and life. Meanwhile, Linzie experiences getting high for the very first time—an unexpected twist that adds humor and a fresh perspective to the day.