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From Modern Family to Modern Mom with Julie Bowen
We were so excited to chat with one of the funniest moms we all know and love, Julie Bowen, aka Claire Dunphy! Julie is a two-time Emmy winner for her portrayal of Claire on Modern Family, made an iconic appearance in Happy Gilmore, has starred in Mixtape and Hubie Halloween for Netflix, was featured in Totally Killer for Blumhouse Productions on Amazon, and The Fallout for Warner Brothers/HBO Max. If that's not enough to keep Julie busy, she’s also a director, voices characters in Disney's DuckTales and Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventure, owns a skincare brand for tween boys, JB SKRUB, is a founding board member of the national nonprofit, Baby2Baby and is a mom to three teeenage boys. This interview kind of gave us a little street cred with our kids! For a limited time, Julie is offering our listeners 20% off her JB SKRUB skincare with code CATNAT20, valid until 10/12 at https://jbskrub.com/. For more on Julie check her out @itsjuliebowen.
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37:21||Season 15, Ep. 35Ever wonder if the universe is whispering signals or if your house is haunted by ghostly party crashers? Cat & Nat take us on a wild, hilarious ride through mind-bending universe talk, UFO sightings, ghostly encounters, and the weird science of animal sex all with a splash of unhingedness. Buckle up this episode is cosmic chaos with a side of psychic energy.34. The Importance of Small Bits of Happiness with Mercedes and Anastasia
31:18||Season 15, Ep. 34We did not expect to be this blown away! Teen entrepreneurs Mercedes Korngut and Anastasia Korngut are the sisters behind Small Bits of Happiness, a platform dedicated to helping teens and families build simple, meaningful habits for a happier life.After starting their business during COVID at just 13 and 11, they’ve grown it into a thoughtful resource focused on gratitude, mindset, and mental wellness—offering a perspective that resonates with both teens and parents.In this episode, we discuss:How teens can better navigate comparison and social mediaWhat young people wish parents understood about connection and pressureThe realities of sibling dynamics while working togetherWhy having a sense of purpose can support mental well-beingThis conversation is both insightful and practical, offering perspective for parents looking to better understand and connect with their teens.You may find yourself thinking: “Why didn’t I learn this sooner?”. To learn more check out https://smallbitsofhappiness.com/ and follow Mercedes and Anastasia’s work @small.bits.of.happiness.33. Let's Get Weird...Universe Sh*t That You Can't Make Up
27:40||Season 15, Ep. 33Let's Get WeirdWhat if the secret to manifesting happiness, success, and even missing lost coats lives in a simple, weird trick? Spoiler: it’s all about feeling the energy and yes, it works.Lets get a little woo-woo, and chat about how relentless belief in the universe can literally turn signs into miracles. From lost coats to test scores, they reveal the wild lessons on bitterness and jealousy, and why being "mediocre" might just be your greatest success yet.You’ll discover:Why teenage optimism might be on to something (and how it changes your life).The surprising power of positive self-talk backed by neuroscience.How to spot signs from the universe that are guiding you—before it smacks you over the head.The real reason you keep comparing yourself and how to flip the script.The bold truth about success, happiness, and why being “mediocre” is actually a goldmine of contentment.32. They Want Space… But Still Want Snacks
36:36||Season 15, Ep. 32In this epsiode we get real about the “bubble” , that sweet spot where friendship, trust, and boundaries collide. We share stories of teenagers making rebellious moves (like hiding tequila in laundry baskets – yes, really!) and teach how patterns, signs, and a good analogy can reveal what’s really going on in your kid’s brain. Plus, discover how to teach resilience by letting them walk in the rain, even if it means soaking wet kids and parents.You’ll discover:Why life's “boring” moments are actually gifts (and how chaos could be a sign you’re doing okay).The surprising reasons teenagers are secretly testing boundaries — from “not coming home on purpose” to ditching curfews with Uber secret missions.How to decode your child's behavior through patterns — and why calling them “weird” might be your best compliment.The truth about psychic predictions, casinos, and how life’s a game you play, not a slot machine you hope to hit the jackpot on.Practical parenting hacks that help kids build independence without losing sight of their safety.This episode is perfect for parents drowning in laundry, teens who are flying the coop, or anyone trying to keep their kids a little less “drama” and a lot more “trust.” Because in the end, the bubble isn’t about control — it’s about giving your kids the space to grow, stumble, and come back stronger.Join Cat & Nat as they turn chaos into clarity, rebellion into resilience, and remind you why sometimes, you just gotta let them fall — so they can learn how to fly.31. Nat Tells Us What an "O" Can REALLY Feel Like!
26:03||Season 15, Ep. 31We are jumping right into the 21 bizarre things that happen to your body during s*x! From sneezing mid-orgasm to Charlie horses in places you didn’t know could cramp, we break down the wild, weird, and slightly concerning “body glitches” that apparently happen when you’re getting it on. We somehow end up talking about messy houses, husbands who “thin it out,” and why a thoughtful man bringing you ice cream might actually be a red flag.It’s relatable, it’s slightly educational (??), and it’s exactly what you didn’t know you needed on a Friday.30. The Weirdest Phase in Parenting..Is This One!
29:28||Season 15, Ep. 30Your toddler didn't come with a manual. Neither does your teenager and honestly? It's so much weirder.Cat & Nat are back pulling absolutely zero punches on the part of parenting nobody talks about: the older kids. The ones who can technically do their own laundry but somehow still can't. This week they're getting into garbage-bag parenting tactics, the totally different puzzle that is every single kid you raise, and the absolute fever dream of teaching a teenager to drive.Spoiler: someone gripped the dashboard. Someone else may have cried.Come for the chaos. Stay for the moment you realize you're not alone and maybe, just maybe, you're doing okay. Even if your dishwasher is still half-empty.29. Are Phones the New Parents? You are Going to Be Surprised By the Answer...
26:55||Season 15, Ep. 29We had a realization mid-recording: phones are basically raising a generation and most parents aren't ready for it. In this episode, we're unpacking what your child's device habits actually reveal about their sleep, mood, and mental health, and why understanding those patterns is your new parenting superpower. We're also shifting the conversation from "no phones" to building real digital self-control because rules without awareness don't stick. We dive into how tools like Aura Parents are helping families decode their kids' digital lives, from screen pickups to offline time, so you can parent with data, not just gut instinct. If you're tired of guessing, this one's for you.28. Cat Forgot Her ADHD Meds...Here's What Happened
37:53||Season 15, Ep. 28Of course someone with ADHD forgot their ADHD medication. In this episode, we're getting into the beautifully ironic disaster of leaving your ADHD pills at home and only realizing it once you're hundreds of miles away, about to spend four days walking backwards across college campuses while your daughter decides her future.We're talking about what those days actually feel like without your medication: the brain fog, the overstimulation, the trying-to-read-a-campus-map-while-someone-is-talking-to-you experience. And the reality of living with ADHD.And underneath all of it the pressure of wanting to be locked in and fully present for your daughter during a trip that actually matters.Spoiler: you survived. And it might have even been a little funny in retrospect.A story about ADHD, road trips, and showing up for your kid even when your brain has left the building.27. What ACTUALLY Makes a College Right for Your Kid
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