Cat & Nat Unfiltered

She created her family on her own terms. In this encore episode, we had such a great time talking to Julia Karol about her journey to becoming a solo mom by choice that we had to make it a two-part series. After an unexpected breakup with the partner she thought she’d start a family with, Julia took matters into her own hands. She explored her options for motherhood and ultimately embarked on a fe...

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a rut—whether it’s in parenting, work, relationships, or just life in general—you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re continuing last week’s conversation on how to shake things up and actually start feeling like yourself again. We’re diving into the small shifts that make a big difference, the habits and changes that help us break free, and why it’s so easy to stay in...

Every day, we’re hit with headlines about kids and their cell phone use—how it’s damaging their mental health, wrecking attention spans, and fueling a whole new wave of parenting panic. We can all agree there’s a problem. But as parents, we’re on our phones too. And if we’re being honest, handing them a screen is easy. It’s quiet. It’s a break. Now, we’re stuck in the middle, navigating the fallou...

In this episode, we’re diving into some jaw-dropping and messy cheating stories. And let's be clear from the start, these are not our stories! From secret second families to best friend betrayals, we’re breaking down how they got caught and who was involved. How did these people actually think they could get away with it? Get ready to hear some seriously bad decision-making! Want our podcasts sent...

You guys loved this episode so much that we knew it was the perfect time to bring it back! Our chat with Mel Robbins is packed with real talk, relatable stories, and the kind of motivation we all need. Her book, The High 5 Habit, is the simple yet powerful tool that’s changing lives—helping people support, celebrate, and empower themselves, especially when life feels tough. If you’re ready to sile...

If you’ve ever found yourself questioning your life choices, and wondering, Is this it?!— you might be in a rut. Whether it’s motherhood, aging, or just a funk, we’ve all been there. In this episode, we’re getting real about that stuck feeling—the frustration, guilt, exhaustion—and, more importantly, how to shake things up and get back to feeling like you. We had a lot to say, so we had to split t...

A new generation of parents is seeing the damage social media can cause to their teen’s body image. However, when navigated the right way, it can also be a source of body empowerment. Samantha DeCaro, PsyD, Director of Clinical Outreach and Education at The Renfrew Center, joined us to discuss how social media impacts teens’ body image. She shares insights on spotting red flags for disordered eati...

We're asking the big question: What’s the point of marriage? Is it love? Partnership? Survival? Procreation? Do we expect too much from our partners when it comes to our own happiness? The truth is, happiness comes and goes, so should we really be looking to our spouse to fill our happiness cup? Plus, we wrap things up by airing our own issues—because what’s a marriage chat without a little oversh...

You know we love a mom who normalizes real life so we are bringing back one of our favourite episodes with Caroline Baudino, a Los Angeles based mom of two boys, wife to her co-worker husband, daughter of Cuban immigrants and a dynamic lifestyle influencer known for her impeccable and edgy style, jewelry stacks, and “choose happy” approach. Caroline helps women of all ages overcome obstacles and b...

When you’ve hit a certain age, suddenly everything in your life is blamed on perimenopause. Brain fog? Perimenopause. Mood swings? Perimenopause. Nat’s UTI? You bet it’s perimenopause. One minute, we were teenagers with everyone telling us, “It’s just your hormones,” and now, decades later, here we are again—except this time, it’s hot flashes, anxiety, weird body aches, and forgetting why we walke...

We constantly hear about the struggle with kids and screen time—but no one’s talking about actual solutions. So, we created one. A step-by-stepworkshop to help protect your child online with essential phone and social media safety tools. This is your must-have guide for parenting in today’s digital age. To keep your kids safe and balanced online, you need more than just an understanding of the tec...

This week, we’re diving into the 10 things every married couple needs to know about sex—because let’s be honest, no one really prepares you for this stuff. We’re breaking down our thoughts, including whether you should put your sex life on hold while you are raising your kids. Plus, we had a whole convo about why men are so horny when they’re hungover. You can barely function, but this is your pri...

Kelly Stafford is SO much more than Matthew Stafford’s wife! We had an amazingly open and honest chat with her while we were in LA. We talked about everything—from her early days dating Matthew and moving for his career, to the intense discovery of her brain tumor and navigating motherhood through it all. Shortly after Kelly's youngest was born, the Stafford family made LA their new home, and to s...

This episode is all over the place, just the way we like it. We’re talking about hormones, chlamydia, UTIs, and Diet Pepsi, to name a few. Your average every day mom conversations, right? This is just where we are in life right now - minus the chlamydia - and it is what our algorithm is serving us! Want our podcasts sent straight to your phone? Text us the word "Podcast" to +1 (917) 540-8715 and w...

There will be moments when your child shares a huge dream—like going to the NHL or attending university in a different country—and you’ll have to find the balance between validating their dream and not crushing their spirit. As moms, we want to support their hopes, but we also know that life has a way of teaching the tough realities. So how do you encourage their big ideas without shattering their...

We’re breaking down the big conversations everyone should have with their partner before tying the knot/moving in/committing to each other for life, etc. What really matters—and what might be totally overrated. Did we have those conversations? Probably not. But we’re sharing what we did discuss, what we totally ignored, and whether it even mattered in the long run! Want our podcasts sent straight...

Tessa Virtue skated into the hearts of people around the world when she became the youngest ice dance champion in Olympic history at the 2010 games alongside her on-ice partner, Scott Moir. The winner of three Olympic gold medals — and five Olympic medals in total — she is the most decorated female figure skater in Olympic history AND she knows all about the mental game of sport. Tessa shares what...

You know those people who are just waiting in the wings, rooting for you to fail? Why do they even care? Trolls—it’s a whole personality. It makes them feel good, like something inside lights up when they do it. They want to be on your page, in your life, and something about you just triggers them. We dive into whether anyone could hurt our feelings—and what they’d actually have to do or say to ma...

Raising boys and girls is like raising two completely different species. They’re different to parent, different to be around, yet equally fascinating. In this episode, we explore the stereotypes and doomsday narratives surrounding raising boys—and why they don’t tell the full story. Boys today are often more advanced than we give them credit for, and sometimes even more emotionally in tune than th...

Apparently, there are seven non-negotiable rules for marriage, but do they even hold up? Before diving into the official list, we’re sharing some of our very own “Cat & Nat” non-negotiables—because marriage is all about finding what works for you. Will there be any overlap? Maybe. Will we have a lot to say? Definitely. Like why we think #7 deserves to be #1 and why #5 may have gone just a litt...

We loved this honest conversation with Rachel Wright! It may knock a few of you off your chairs, so listen closely. Rachel and her wife, Ashley, are both currently pregnant, expecting their triad’s first and second children along with their third partner, Yair. Rachel shared how the three of them went about deciding to start a family, how they got pregnant, and how they navigate their triad. Her b...

It’s 2025, and we’re back with a brand-new season! Here’s the real question: what are you leaving behind in 2024, and what are you bringing into 2025? Because let’s be honest, a new year doesn’t magically change everything. If we’re setting the tone for 2025, it’s simple: we want to have more FUN. What’s next for us? We don't know. But you better believe we’re bringing you along for the ride in 20...

Keren Eldad specializes in taking high achievers out of the futility of constant pursuit and into the greatest levels of success and fulfillment. She has coached Olympic athletes, politicians, & Hollywood stars, and global organizations like Estée Lauder and Nike. She’s also the founder of THE CLUB, a community supporting leaders to reach their full potential. In her upcoming book “GILDED: Bre...

This week, we're diving into more bad advice with Cat & Nat! In this repeat episode, a listener wrote in asking, “How do you deal with porn in a relationship?” and Cat did not hold back. She’s fully in her “no BS; what’s good for the goose is good for the gander” era, bringing a fresh perspective to the table. But that’s not all—we also got into the world of legal drugs. Everyone seems to be t...

If you want to get your mind blown, this repeat episode is for you! But first, this interview is for educational purposes only. We urge you to research and speak to your doctor before considering microdosing. We loved our conversation with Tracey Tee, creator of Moms On Mushrooms: a community for mothers offering multiple offerings for working with – and healing through – the sacred use of micro-d...