"We Always Come Back to Love": MAFS' Lucinda Light & Her Dad On Finding Your Person

Lucinda Light became one of Australia's most beloved reality personalities thanks to her warmth, humour and unwavering belief in love on Married at First Sight. But the foundations for that outlook were laid long before she stepped in front of the cameras.  In this episode of The Australian Women's Weekly Love Stories, Lucinda joins host Tiffany Dunk alongside her father, Michael Reilly, for an honest conversation about family, acceptance and the people who teach us how to love.  Together they reflect on Lucinda's adventurous childhood, the close-knit family that encouraged curiosity and creativity, and the values that continue to shape them today. Michael also reflects on a deeply personal chapter in his life, the acceptance he found within his family, and the love that has continued to bind them through every change.  Plus, Lucinda opens up about why she applied for Married at First Sight, what she learned from Celebs Go Dating and what she's really looking for in a life partner.  Moments you’ll hear:  How Lucinda's parents taught her that love should be adventurous, joyful and full of possibility   Why travel, dancing and laughter have always been at the heart of the family  Michael and Sue's remarkable friendship decades after their marriage ended   The family values that shaped Lucinda's optimism and emotional intelligence   Why Michael always trusted Lucinda to follow her unconventional path   The spontaneous decision that led Lucinda to apply for Married at First Sight   What really happened behind the scenes of MAFS and why she's grateful she took the leap   Lessons from filming Celebs Go Dating and why she's finished with dating shows  Michael's experience of coming out later in life and the unconditional support of his family   What Lucinda is looking for in love now and why she's happier than ever waiting for the right person  Thank you for listening ❤️  Before you leave...  🗣️ Get in touch  What did you think? We are a brand-new podcast and would love to hear from you as we build this together. Join our friendly Love Stories community and visit us at www.womensweekly.com.au   Email us your love stories (and any feedback) at [email protected]  If you share your love story on social media please tag us, we're @womensweeklymag, and use the hashtag #AWWLoveStories  Subscribe to The Australian Women's Weekly at www.womensweekly.com.au 👈🏽  Our special thanks to our partners at Vixin  Vixin real results, simple skincare that's a little bit fancy: vixin.com.au  Use the code LOVESTORIES for 30% off your order at Vixin now!  Credits  Host: Tiffany Dunk  Edited by Phoebe Zukowski-Wallace  Production by Leah Porges  Our wonderful The Australian Women's Weekly team  Our Head of Vodcasting is Rachel Fountain  Learn More: The Australian Women's Weekly website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.