Cat & Nat are two moms/women trying to not live in the confines that society puts on them. As they debunk the myths, challenge the scripts and give women (and men) the freedom to say f*ck it. Through BFF conversations that everyone is thinking about but no one is talking about on Tuesdays, guest interviews on Thursdays and non traditional “Sex Fridays”, Cat & Nat take this podcast to a whole new level of f*ck it, inspiring their listeners to find themselves, their true selves. Not the ones s ...
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Why Are We Still Sleeping With Our Husbands?
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24:42From chaotic pillow piles to pets on the bed, we’re breaking down what your sleep setup really says about you. Are you a hot mess under the sheets or a neat freak who fluffs before hopping into bed? Do you need total silence or fall asleep to true crime podcasts (Nat!!)? We’re diving into sleep habits, bedtime quirks, and all the weird things we do…
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We’re recapping our amazing trip to the Bahamas with two of our boys — just the four of us this time. The other five kids stayed home (and shockingly… didn’t even complain about it). We put on the swimsuits, got our hair wet, and made core memories. It was the kind of trip that reminded us what really matters. And here’s your reminder: wear the dan…
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Parenting Unfiltered: Our Kid Is Hanging With The Wrong Crowd
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28:28We are brining you one of your favourite episodes on this holiday Monday. As our teens get older, we start to realize something big: our voice — the one they used to hang on every word of — isn’t the loudest in their world anymore. Suddenly, we’re just one of many voices competing for space. Their friends matter. Like, really matter. The people the…
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In this episode, Nat takes us on a nostalgic trip down memory lane—back to the days of makeout sessions that stopped just short of the main event: dry humping, plus a few of the unfortunate accidents that came with it. From the curse of khakis to doors that really should’ve been locked, nothing is off the table. We’re also officially putting out a …
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We’re talking about the promposal Taylor got at her dance competition—in public, with signs and everything! While we love the romance of it all, we can’t get over the insane pressure these kids are under to make these moments Instagram-worthy. From giant signs to full-on public performances! Honestly, we’re kind of glad this wasn’t a thing when we …
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Parenting Unfiltered: The Mean Girl in a Digital World
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37:00We’re talking about "mean girls" and how mean girl behavior has evolved in the digital age. It’s no longer just whispered comments or exclusion at recess—today, manipulation can happen through group chats, DMs, screenshots and social media posts. Girls are being targeted in more subtle, calculated ways—using each other’s words against them, turning…
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How many times do dolphins have sex? And do manatees masturbate? This week, we somehow dove into the sex habits of mammals—starting with dolphins and then wandering into even stranger waters with manatees and whether or not they enjoy a little “solo” time. Which oddly led us straight to dinosaurs. Did they actually have sex? Or did they just lay eg…
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Nat reveals her latest indulgence that has taken over her mornings - and maybe her waistline - bagels. The conversation spirals from there into why Cat works out and how great it would be to bring back the workout mentality of the 80's. In a surprise twist, Nat shows us exactly what her teenage workout looked like—and it’s not what you would expect…
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Parenting Unfiltered: Don't Assume They'd Know Better
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43:14What’s really happening behind our kids’ screens? As parents, it’s more important than ever to educate ourselves to the max. We can’t assume our kids would “know better” — because when it comes to fast decisions and online pressure, common sense often goes out the window. N*des are being sent and received every single day. And most of us weren’t ra…
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Ashley Madison's Sex & Relationship Expert – Dr. Tammy Nelson
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32:23We sat down with Dr. Tammy Nelson, Ph.D. — a renowned sex and relationship therapist, TEDx speaker, and author of Open Monogamy and When You're the One Who Cheats. She also happens to be Ashley Madison’s Resident Sex and Relationship Expert... so you know we came prepared with a lot of questions! We chat through some eye-opening stats, hear real st…
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This week we’re pulling back the curtain on what really goes down at dance competitions. When the pressure’s on, emotions can run high (like, really high), and suddenly moms become emotional buffers just trying to keep the peace. You're whispering calmly while your kid is spiraling because they haven’t eaten enough and their hair is secured with 37…
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Parenting Unfiltered: Making Bank with Shannon Lee Simmons
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37:20We’re joined by Shannon Lee Simmons — award-winning Certified Financial Planner, speaker, bestselling author, Chartered Investment Manager, founder of the New School of Finance, and personal finance writer for The Globe and Mail and CBC Radio’s Metro Morning money columnist. Her new book, Making Bank, is written specifically for teens and covers ev…
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Grey Divorce: New Trend or Midlife Wake-Up Call?
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35:12This week we’re diving into some of the biggest relationship problems couples are facing in 2025 — and Nat shares that one of them is her personal favourite . From mixed signals to financial stress to the slow burn of disconnection, we’re breaking down what’s really going on behind closed doors. And have you heard of “grey divorce”? It’s a new tren…
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Can you actually learn to be happy? We all know that happiness isn't something you can buy, but can money help make you happy? So many of us are living pretty great lives but miss it because we’re busy chasing the next thing, comparing ourselves to everyone else, or feeling like we’re not where we “should” be. If your life doesn’t look exactly like…
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Parenting Unfiltered: When To Let Your Teens Quit Sports
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35:02Teen sports are equal parts commitment and carpooling. In this episode, we’re talking about that tricky moment in time when your kid wants to quit sports. Do you let them? Do you push through? Some parents have rules like “one school sport per semester,” but we’re not in the market for forcing our kids to do things they’re miserable doing—because t…
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When we got married, we were young, in love, and willing to compromise a little to make it all work. But now, with a little life experience in the rearview mirror—and peri-menopause messing with our hormones—we have to ask: Would we do it all again, knowing what we know now? In this episode, Nat opens up about one of the biggest compromises in her …
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We are back to recap Nat’s big night out with the girls. She went to a dance club ready to relive her glory days and see how many men would hit on her—heels on, hair done, full confidence activated—and left a little… confused. Not one guy tried to pick her up. Not a wink, not even a drink. Was it the wedding ring? The unshakable confidence? We defi…
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Parenting Unfiltered: Middle Of The Road Parenting
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39:09There’s helicopter parenting, bulldozer parenting, attachment parenting—and now lighthouse parenting. Honestly, we think we do middle of the road parenting: the do-what-works-best-for-you kind of parenting. It all gets messy when we start judging other people’s choices. We’re doing what works for us, and that doesn’t need to make sense to anyone el…
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We need to know what really goes down in a beer league locker room. Are people just casually walking around naked? Are their unspoken rules? Do you compare? We’d love an invite—strictly for observational purposes, of course. We’ll act normal. Eyes up. Promise. Want our podcasts sent straight to your phone? Text us the word "Podcast" to +1 (917) 540…
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We started this episode off by discussing the airport theory—the one where you roll up as close to your flight as possible, breeze through security, and avoid wasting precious time browsing overpriced snacks. Basically, it’s how we’ve always done it… and now the internet finally gave it a name. We also shared some pretty funny border crossing stori…
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Parenting Unfiltered: Before ChatGPT We Called A Friend
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32:02We're not here to pat ourselves on the back, but we do like to keep it pretty real with our kids. Like how open we are about who we were back in the day—what we were like at school, how we handled being students and how we literally tapped out of traditional education at a certain point. We can help our kids with homework but at some point we hit o…
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Perimenopause & the End of Letting Sh*t Slide
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33:37We dive right into the wild ride that is perimenopause—and let’s just say, it’s not a great time to be doing annoying husband things. Perimenopause has a way of turning up the volume on every little habit that used to mildly irritate you, and now you might just lose your mind over everything he does. Nat gets very real with story after story about …
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Is White Lotus good or are we just hooked on chaos? We did a bit of a deep dive into White Lotus—before the season finale dropped. We're watching rich people spiral in luxury resorts, there’s major tension, awkward conversations, and that constant feeling that something bad is about to happen. It’s somehow so messed up… yet nothing is happening at …
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Parenting Unfiltered: Growing Up Isn’t What It Used to Be
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32:00Teenagehood today looks very different than it used to. Kids are home more and growing up in a world that’s far more supervised and a lot less rebellious. What happened to the sneaking out, the secrets, and the harmless mistakes that turned into life lessons (and great stories)? We grew up making questionable choices, pushing boundaries, and learni…
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Nat has a boyfriend. He lives down the street. She’s never met him. But she has lusted after him for years and is fully convinced they’d be perfect together… despite knowing absolutely nothing about him—not even his name. And just to keep things balanced, we (aka Cat) come to a shocking realization by the end of this episode that Nat may actually b…
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Watching our daughters compete in dance this past weekend got us thinking about the life lessons they’re learning. They practice endlessly for a routine they only get one shot at, and they’re often really tough on themselves. A lot of people have walked away from dance because of the coaching culture—the yelling, the idea that tough coaching is the…
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Parenting Unfiltered: The Power of Posture and Voice with Cesalina Gracie
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30:56Cesalina Gracie is a self-defense expert, entrepreneur, and athlete on a mission to help girls and women navigate life with confidence and strength. A passionate advocate for girls’ education, positive psychology, and women’s rights, she’s traveled across five continents delivering keynotes and workshops that empower women to unlock their inner cha…
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The flu has us in a chokehold, so we’re bringing back one of your favourite episodes! Nat’s mind is in overdrive, spinning a full-blown fantasy with multiple characters—and someone we know just made the cast. She’s playing it out in her head, waiting to see who takes the lead role. It’s basically a novel unfolding in real-time, and we have no idea …
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Tamron Hall's Latest Chapter: Harlem Honey
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29:03We know Tamron Hall as a two-time Emmy Award-winning television host and executive producer, but did you know she’s now a children’s book author too? We’ve shared so many fun moments with Tamron over the years, so getting to sit down with her to chat about Harlem Honey: The Adventures of a Curious Kid was an absolute blast. Tamron shares how her so…
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Gen Z vs. Technology: The Pushback is Coming
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35:33We were a little all over the map on this episode. First, we dive into whether our kids are destined to choose someone completely opposite from us. Then, we take a little detour into Nat’s sleeping pills before diving into the future—why the next generation will probably hate anyone over 45 for ruining everything with technology, and how they just …
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Parenting Unfiltered: Emojis Tell a Story
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33:14Emojis aren’t just cute little symbols. Our kids are using them to tell a story, and most parents have no clue what they actually mean. In this episode, we dive into the Netflix show "Adolescence" and how we often hear parents say the words “my kid would never”. Those words might be the most naive thing you can say as a parent. It’s our job to set …
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The 3 Relationships Within Your Relationship
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34:07Marriage or a commitment isn’t just one relationship—it’s three in one: the sexual, the stable, and the loving. But nobody teaches us how important that friendship piece is! Marriage is so freaking complicated and nothing like Temptation Island. That honeymoon-phase chemistry looks amazing on TV, but in real life it's a whole different story. This …
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In Mexico, the drugstore shelves are stocked with literally everything—no prescription, no hassle. Meanwhile, back home, you need a doctor’s note, two forms of ID, and a secret handshake just to get basic meds. We shared a few post-vacation thoughts and then totally pivoted to talk about hormones and what’s next for us. Want our podcasts sent strai…
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Parenting Unfiltered: Parenting in the Digital Age
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34:13Gone are the days when teens only worried about homework and who was dating who—now they’re plugged into everything from politics to world events before we’ve even had our first sip of coffee. But do we really know what they’re consuming and how it’s affecting them? This week, we’re discussing the blind spots we have as parents—the apps we don’t un…
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Before you say I do, do you ask the real questions—like, “How do you load the dishwasher?” This week, we’re diving into the little (but actually huge) things that shape relationships, from early childhood Sunday dinners to the ways our parents showed love. Did you grow up in a house full of energy or one where you could hear a pin drop? Were birthd…
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This episode may not be an easy listen, but it’s an important one. The reality is, Gabby Petito could have been any of our daughters. Even if you already know the details, this new documentary offers a fresh perspective—a family's perspective. The relationship was controlling, but as parents, how do we help our adult children in situations like thi…
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Parenting Unfiltered: The Snapchat Generation
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30:11As parents, we need to wake up—our teenagers have never known a world without Snapchat, and there’s an entire set of unwritten rules that no adult has subscribed to, checked, or even questioned. So, what do we do? Banning the phone isn’t the answer, but keeping the conversation going is. The unavoidable reality is that these devices are now their w…
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You know Fridays are reserved for the fun stuff, and this week, we're bringing you some wild (and wacky) hookup stories—plus proof that there really is someone out there for everyone, even those who enjoy the unexpected allure of sexy talk… in a Yoda voice. Whether you're here for the laughs or just to feel better about your own dating history, we’…
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When we sat down to talk about one of the biggest constants in our lives, we realized it was something so simple—Starbucks. It’s been there through all the kids and building our business. Here’s our look back at what Starbucks has meant to us over the years. Want our podcasts sent straight to your phone? Text us the word "Podcast" to +1 (917) 540-8…
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Parenting Unfiltered: When To Have “The Talk" with Alicia Crespin
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35:53We sat down with The Tea: The Talk author Alicia Crespin for a candid chat about navigating those tricky (and often awkward) conversations with our kids. From puberty to relationships to the questions that catch us completely off guard, Alicia shares her wisdom on how to approach “the talk” with confidence—and maybe even a little humor. The Tea: Th…
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Menopause research is finally getting the attention (and funding) it deserves. We dive into an old article on reviving your sex drive in perimenopause and have some thoughts. Our grandmas didn’t have hormone therapy, libido boosters, or fancy lubes—did they just suffer in silence, or did they know something we don’t? There’s no magic horny pill, an…
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Introducing: Self Conscious with Chrissy Teigen
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24:05It’s a new Well-being podcast from Audible hosted by Chrissy Teigen. Throughout the series, Chrissy explores the cutting edge of personal development with some of the world’s leading experts and authors in the wellness space. In this episode, bestselling author and motivational speaker Mel Robbins talks about reclaiming power in relationships by le…
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We’re covering it all—starting with Nat looking damn good naked (and we are here for it). Then, we dream up the ultimate perimenopause retreat—a place where women can be treated like royalty and reset their mental health. And because we never miss a chance to talk about things we should know more about, we dive into prostate checks for men and what…
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Parenting Unfiltered: Is 18 Still the Launching Age for Teens?
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40:18This week we chatted about the ‘launching age for teens’ and how we feel that realistically it is no longer 18. Is this a reflection of how we parent? Some kids in the US will 'reclassify' to improve grades or become more competitive in sports. It seems like a positive spin when your kid is not ready for university. Is that the right approach? We a…
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Women run differently than men, and let’s be honest—we understand men way more than they understand us. Could a younger male and an older female actually work better together? Different generations bring different perspectives. When you mix experience with curiosity, wisdom with fresh energy, something clicks. A young male mind that’s still learnin…
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Description: In this repeat episode Julia Karol is back for part two, giving us the inside scoop on how she chose a sperm donor, what actually goes into picking a donor and whether a sperm bank tells you how many times that sperm has been chosen. If you’re as curious as we are, you need to check out Julia’s podcast, Strok'd. She brings together rea…
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Here’s the thing about parenting—you have to do the hard stuff. You can’t just throw out threats; you have to follow through. In this repeat episode Nat had to put her foot down because the disrespect from one of her kids was out of control. She knew she was making the right call, but at the end of the day, someone loses out. Sometimes, you have to…
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Parenting Unfiltered: The Power of No with Dr. Siggie Cohen
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18:18As our kids transition from childhood to their tween and teen years, it can feel like we’re losing our grip. They start gaining independence, communication shifts, and they begin forming their own identities outside the family. It’s natural to want to hold on tighter by saying no, but learning how to evolve alongside them can actually strengthen yo…
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This is an encore episode, and it’s just as hilarious the second time around with some seriously unexpected toilet talk on our “sex and relationship” podcast. From naked pooping to smelly farts, we need to know: Is there someone in your house who gets completely butt naked to poop? And if they do… do they lock the door? It’s hard to imagine a mom p…
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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 opti…
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