Cate & Ty Break It Down

On today's episode, Cate & Ty have a candid conversation about neurodivergence, women aging, psychiatric recovery, and modern spiritual practices. From autism masking in women and navigating postpartum trauma to deconstructing Catholic rituals and breaking down misconceptions of folk witchcraft, Aphantasia Indigo shares all things from overcoming generational trauma and reclaiming personal autonomy.

Cate and Ty also reflect on participating in 16&Pregnant, describing cameras documented domestic instability, addiction, and emotional distress for entertainment profit.

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In this episode, Canada’s dating coach, author, and sociologist Chantal Heide joins Cate & Ty for an unfiltered discussion on modern relationships. Drawing from 20 years working as a sober stripper while studying sociology and psychology, Chantal shares her core philosophies—including Observation Before Selection, her mandatory 3-month vetting rule, and the distinction between short-term thinkers and committed long-term partners. The trio also explores the high body count debate, society's conditioning around marriage and parenthood, and why reclaiming female power and strength is essential in today's culture.

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In today's episode, Tyler sits down with Christy Gilvear, creator of The Rooted Pedal, to discuss identity and healing through nature. Christy shares how her journey as an adoptee led her to create Green Alchemy, which she describes as the practice of transforming pain, grief, and trauma into fertile soil for personal growth. Together, they dive into: the healing power of plants, unpacking the unspoken grief and feelings of isolation that exist even within loving adoptive families, and lessons she's learned from her work as a death doula.

Christy also recalls her 21-year journey to secure DNA proof and official tribal enrollment with the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, and describes how reclaiming her Indigenous roots reshaped her identity.

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Today, Tyler reunites with psychotherapist Dr. Mike Dow (@drmikedow) and documentary filmmaker Kerthy Fix (@kerthyfix) for an in-depth exploration of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. Drawing from their shared history - including filming Tyler’s televised therapy session on Teen Mom - the group unpacks how Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) reprocesses trauma, addresses treatment-resistant PTSD, and reaches root-level healing where traditional talk therapy often plateaus.

Today's episode offers an insider look at Kerthy Fix's documentary project, More Than Medicine, highlighting real-world patient outcomes, first-responder burnout, and the systemic barriers preventing broader access to mental health care.

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In Part 2 of conversation, Renee and Tyler pivot toward solutions, systemic accountability, and what Saving Our Sisters (SOS) really does. Renee details how temporary crises like housing affordability and broken support networks push women toward adoption—and how providing just a few weeks of rent, basic supplies, or simple encouragement can preserve families. They also discuss human rights issues in adoption; such as sealed birth certificates, lack of informed consent, and the absence of legal copies of signed paperwork.

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In Part 1 of today's interview, Tyler sits down with Renee Gellin, founder of Saving Our Sisters (SOS), to explore her personal experience with infant relinquishment and the systemic issues within private adoption. Renee recounts the "perfect storm" of temporary crises that led her to relinquish her son in 2011. Tyler and Renee unpack common industry misconceptions, breakdown the psychological impact on existing siblings, the history of open adoption as an industry survival strategy, and how unfulfilled open adoption promises create lasting trauma for birth families.

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Tyler and Cate return for Part 2 with filmmaker, and adoptee, Lisa Elaine Scott to discuss her upcoming documentary, All You Have Is Love. For more info on the film and to subscribe to the newsletter, please visit https://allyouhaveislove.com

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In today's episode, Tyler and Cate sit down with filmmaker and adoptee Lisa Elaine Scott to discuss her upcoming documentary, All You Have Is Love. Drawing from her experience as a Baby Scoop era adoptee, Lisa exposes the hidden realities of the multi-billion dollar infant adoption industry and examines how open adoption is often used as a marketing tool. Together, they offer an unique look at the different complexities of open adoption, the struggles and quiet grief of birth parents, and the urgent need for transparency to help prevent unnecessary infant adoptions.

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This is the FINAL PART of a three-part discussion!

Cate and Tyler finish their conversation with Elle and Bri talking about the importance of having original birth certificates, education on guardianship & kinship, and the framework to differentiate between healthy boundaries and demands. Also, comments about the modern adoption industry being predatory and profit-driven, and that it ultimately takes advantage of and serves as a disservice to all involved: birth parents, adoptive parents, and the adoptees themselves.

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Cate and Tyler are back with Bri and Elle to continue PART 2! The group continue discussing the misunderstandings the audience has had with Cate & Ty's story, the infamous text messages, and more about Bri's experience with religious aspects of adoption. They break down the different options available when it comes to placing a child in a safe environment.

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This is PART 2 of a three-part discussion!

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