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Cate & Ty Break It Down
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Join Tyler and Catelynn Baltierra, one of the OG couples from MTV's 16 and Pregnant and Teen Mom, who showcased adoption first-hand, as they dive into life beyond reality TV. They share the ups, downs, and everything in between of marriage, parenthood, and personal growth. With candid stories, celebrity guests, and lots of laughs, Tyler and Catelynn explore how they navigate the spotlight, raise a family, and stay strong as a couple. Cate & Ty: Break It Down! is a weekly fix of heartwarming moments, behind-the-scenes tea, and a whole lot of love.
Episodes
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Green Alchemy: Transforming Adoption Wounds with Christy Gilvear
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...
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More Than Medicine: Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy feat. Dr Mike Dow & Kerthy Fix
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...
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Family Preservation & Systemic Reform with Renee Gellin of Saving Our Sisters (SOS)
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…
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Deconstructing Birth Parent Stereotypes with Renee Gellin, founder of Saving Our Sisters (SOS)
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...
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All You Have Is Love: a documentary with Lisa Elaine Scott
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 For all inquiries about the film, you can reach Lisa...
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Exposing the Infant Adoption Industry: An Exposé with Lisa Elaine Scott
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...
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The Legal Realities of Adoption feat. Elle and Bri
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,...
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The Unredacted Truth, Self-Gaslighting & Why Adoption Isn’t Always Necessary feat. Bri and Elle
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...
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Maternal Health Crisis: Lindsay Clancy feat. Alé Cardinalle
Join Ty and Alé (@wildheartcollective) as they go through the complex realities of maternal mental health, using the high-profile Lindsay Clancy case. Sharing her own journey through a psychiatric emergency, Alé sheds light on the invisible struggles of severe depression and dissociation, while...
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Elle & Bri Unite to Deconstruct the Adoption Industry
Cate and Tyler sit down with marriage and family therapist, and fellow adoptee, Bri to pull back the curtain on the American adoption industry. Moving past standard narratives, they openly discuss the grief and systemic flaws of the birth-parent journey, and how "open adoption" can be leveraged…
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Kicked Out of the Congregation: Rebuilding Spirituality with Desirée
In this episode of Cate and Ty, Tyler sits down with Desiree (@mojaveandwolf) to explore the messy, beautiful landscape of religious deconstruction. After being abruptly cast out of her church community, Desiree shares how she rebuilt a solid, unshakeable spiritual foundation from the ground up....
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Dr. Kristin Kirkland: When Adoption and Human Trafficking Intersect
In this episode, Tyler sits down with Dr. Kristen Kirkland for a multi-layered conversation about the complexities of the adoption industry. Drawing from her professional background in public health and her personal experience as a private infant adoptee, Dr. Kirkland shares her journey of coming...
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Breaking Cycles: Addiction & Kinship Adoption with Amber Boone (PART 2)
In this part 2, Amber Boone returns to unpack the beautiful and complex reality of motherhood across generations. Amber shares her journey of becoming a grandmother at 32, navigating the shock of her daughter’s teenage pregnancy, and the battle against a broken foster care system to bring her...
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Young Grandma Amber Boone: Escaping Domestic Abuse & Blended Family Dynamics (PART 1)
In part one of this conversation, Cate and Tyler sit down with fellow Detroiter Amber Boone (@getrealwithab). She opens up about the reality behind her viral 25-million-view TikTok, surviving severe childhood trauma and system failures, escaping a life-threatening teenage marriage, and talks…
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The Day I Grew Up: Finding Out My Cousin Was My Mother (PART 2)
Cate is back with D.A. (@difficult.adoptee) to continue the exploration of trauma, systemic failure, and survival. DA shares her journey of growing up in a controlling, highly restrictive kinship adoption and the moment she realized her family was built on performance and lies. From navigating a...
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The Cousin Who Was Actually My Mother: Kinship Adoption with D.A. (PART 1)
In this deeply personal episode of Break It Down, guest D.A. (@difficult.adoptee) joins the show to deconstruct her experience growing up within a kinship adoption. She shares her journey of discovering at age seven that the woman she thought was her cousin was actually her biological mother. She...
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Camping Trip Recap & Summer Routine
Mercury is in retrograde and out to get us. Cate & Ty are back from their camping trip and share how they plan to keep up with the kids this summer. They share their thoughts on the double standards between young girls and boys when it comes to dressing "appropriate" Thank you to our sponsors!...
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ENCORE Genetic Mirroring and Brain Wiring: Understanding Adoptee Development w/ Psychotherapist Amy Silvia
Let's revisit an episode from 2025 Cate & Ty sit down with psychotherapist and adoptee Amy Silvia (@psychotherapist.amy_) , who shares her personal journey through the Baby Scoop Era and the complex process of reconnecting with her birth family. Drawing on decades of clinical experience working...
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ENCORE Dr. Abby Hasberry: Navigating Adoption as an Adoptee and Birth Mother
Let us go back into the vault and listen to an episode from 2025 when Cate & Ty sat down with Dr. Abby, a transracial adoptee, birth mother, and adoption-informed therapist. Dr. Abby breaks down the true meaning of informed consent in adoption, revealing the systemic issues and personal traumas...
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Deep Thoughts with Nova: Space, Dress Codes, and School Bullies
Summer is officially here, and Nova is back on the mic to break it all down! Fresh out of the fifth grade, Nova sits down with Mom to tackle a lightning round of fun and thought-provoking questions from the "Children Are Human" card deck. From her current obsession with The Sims and the...
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Pregnant at 13: Bri's Story
Bri shares her incredible journey from childhood abuse and foster care to becoming a mother at 14. She opens up about being groomed by an adult predator, navigating the foster system, resisting adoption pressure, and fighting to keep her child against overwhelming odds. In this candid…
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Unexpected Updates & The Amanda Arrest Fallout feat. Elle Bee
Cate, Ty, and Elle dive into the latest shocking updates surrounding Unexpected, including Hunter and Bella’s breakup, custody developments, and the ongoing court drama involving their families. The conversation then shifts into a deeper discussion about reality TV ethics, child exploitation,...
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The Matriarch, 16&Pregnant Reflections and Anonymous Secrets
Cate and Ty are finally back in today's episode! The episode begins with Tyler sharing stories of his late grandmother, a resilient matriarch who raised eight children. Ty also shares his dream he had of her the night before her passing. They shift to discussing the upcoming Hollywood Demons…
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TLC's Unexpected: Reality TV and Leaked Truths feat. Elle Bee
Cate is joined again by Elle Bee (@ellebee_official) to break down TLC's Unexpected. They share their concerns regarding the custody case of Bella and Hunter, and their newborn child. Cate and Elle both share their experiences and opinions on fame, healthy family dynamics, and the exploitation in...
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ENCORE Unconditional Love, Empathy & Human Connection with David Shane
Cate & Ty sit down with David Shane (@davidbshane), an adoptee who shares stories of love, mindfulness, and human connections on social media, but one day decided to share his journey of being contacted by his biological mother. David opens up about his upbringing, filled with open communication...
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Ask Me Anything: Solo Session
For this week, Cate does a rare solo Q&A session, also recapping the current sickness sweeping through the Baltierra household. She delves deep into her 17-year journey with Teen Mom, providing some behind-the-scenes insight of reality TV production and reflecting on the impact of documenting…
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ENCORE Q&A: Abortion, Leaked Photos and Being Soul Mates
Cate & Ty dive into listener questions, tackling some personal topics such as whether Cate considered abortion when she found out she was pregnant. Her and Ty talk about the fear and panic surrounding an unplanned pregnancy at sixteen, emphasizing the importance of an educated decision when…
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ENCORE Being in our 30s & Growing Up with an Absent Father
Cate & Ty are in downtown Detroit for today, feeling "old and lame" after staying up until 5am. They talk about the struggles of getting older, their mutual love for the "Irish Goodbye" and how Tyler doesn't like it when plans are altered. Things get serious when Cate asks about the...
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Hope with Holly: Reclaiming Female Autonomy
This week, Tyler sits down with Holly from Hope with Holly. They discuss her journey with Christian fundamentalism and how she was able to break away. From attending Liberty University and marrying into a religious family to the devastating loss of her first daughter, which became the catalyst…
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The Catfish in the Room: Addressing Controversy & Social Media with Elle Bee (Part 2)
Cate & Ty continue with Elle Bee (@ellebee_official) in this Part 2 to explore the complexities of life in the public eye. She discusses the world of content creation, from vetting exclusive stories to managing the burnout that comes with 24/7 reporting. The conversation then shifts to Tyler and...
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From the Bathroom Closet to YouTube Fame feat. Elle Bee
In this two-part episode, Cate & Ty welcome Teen Mom content creator Elle Bee (@ellebee_official) for a deep dive into her life and career. Elle opens up about growing up with teen parents, navigating her mother’s four marriages, and how childhood experiences with yelling and abuse shaped her...
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Beyond the Reality TV Lens feat. Rei Clarke
In today's episode, Cate is joined by friend and content creator Rei Clarke (@rei_clarke) to discuss life's transitions and the power of breaking generational cycles. Ray shares her journey from debt collector to content creator, her experiences with burnout, and her dedication to advocating for...
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Nova's Big Dreams
Nova is back with her bearded dragon, Mochi, but this time joined by Ty! Nova shares the secret behind her high school-level reading scores and her experience as a young author. Tyler reads some audience questions, covering everything from reptile care and artistic anatomy to Nova’s bold stance…
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Growing Up In The Spotlight: Nova takes the Mic!
On today's episode, Cate is joined by a very special guest: her 11-year-old daughter, Nova! The duo dives into Nova's unique perspective on growing up in the reality TV spotlight since birth. Nova opens up about her relationship with her sisters, including the deep impact of meeting her adoptee...
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Birthday Celebrations & the Ethics of Embryo Adoption
Cate and Ty talk about celebrating Veda’s 7th birthday and also getting first place in her cheer competition. They also discuss the long-term benefits of holding her back in kindergarten and her success with her IEP. Lastly, listeners ask for advice regarding a cheating BFF, dealing with your...
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ENCORE Pay-to-Play: The Marketing & Broken Promises In Adoption feat. Connor Howe
Let's revisit an episode from 2025! Join Cate & Ty as they sit with Connor Howe, known as @Adopted_Connor on social, as he challenges conventional narratives surrounding open adoption and exposes the often overlooked complexities of the adoption industry. As an adoptee himself, Connor discusses…
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Ashley Salazar: My 16 & Pregnant Journey
In this episode, Ashley Salazar (16 and Pregnant Season 2) joins Cate & Ty to discuss her journey with kinship adoption. Ashley reflects on the emotional challenges of relinquishing her daughter to her aunt and uncle, including the difficult period when she briefly changed her mind. Cate & Ty…
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Surviving Frozen Pipes & a Political Family Feud
This week, Cate & Ty share their survival story from the brutal cold snap in Michigan, detailing their struggles with a broken furnace, frozen pipes, and keeping the kids' lizards warm. They dive into the chaos of school's Spirit Week, reminisce about the 90s cleaning product "Greased Lightning,"...
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ENCORE In Retrospect.. Our First Decade & an Autism Diagnosis
Happy 10th Wedding Anniversary to Cate & Ty! On today's episode they dive into their relationship's evolution, including past separations and therapy missteps. But the main event? Ty's recent autism diagnosis! From getting kicked out of daycares, being hyper-focused on social cues, and having a...
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Being in our 30s & Growing Up with an Absent Father
Cate & Ty are in downtown Detroit for today, feeling "old and lame" after staying up until 5am. They talk about the struggles of getting older, their mutual love for the "Irish Goodbye" and how Tyler doesn't like it when plans are altered. Things get serious when Cate asks about the...
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Urology is for Everyone! Breaking Down Sex, Surgery, and Stereotypes with Dr.Milhouse MD
Join Cate & Tyler as they open up a vital discussion on health with their guest, Dr. Millhouse. On this episode Dr. Milhouse dives deep into the field of urology, clarifying its role as the "plumbers of the body" for both men and women. She highlights her work in sexual medicine, and speaks on…
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Surviving Christmas
Cate & Ty barely make it to 2026 after surviving a brutal week of sickness. They recap hospital visits, delayed Christmas presents, and giving thanks to Tyler's mom for holding down the house throughout the chaos. Nova turns 11! Cate describes their planned birthday outing that started…
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ENCORE Can't Right Their Wrongs feat. Maci Bookout & Natalie Gard
Cate & Ty are joined by Teen Mom castmate Maci and her Expired podcast co-host Natalie Gard to talk all about how they decided to start their podcast, how Natalie has dealt with the Teen Mom audience, and how they've seen teen pregnancy numbers go down in this generation. Maci also shares how…
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Merry Flu Season
Cate & Tyler have been battling sickness in the house with all the kids and it's been a terrible time. Tyler is flabbergasted when he finds out that there are moms who have been stuffing their own stocking despite having perfectly capable partners, and there is one Christmas tradition that they...
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ENCORE Relationship Real Talk
This week, Cate & Ty tackle your most intimate questions! They discuss keeping the spark alive in long-term relationships, navigating intimacy with kids, and decoding the red flags of infidelity and manipulation. Plus, they share candid thoughts on modern reality TV and the importance of open...
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Q&A: Abortion, Leaked Photos and Being Soul Mates
Cate & Ty dive into listener questions, tackling some personal topics such as whether Cate considered abortion when she found out she was pregnant. Her and Ty talk about the fear and panic surrounding an unplanned pregnancy at sixteen, emphasizing the importance of an educated decision when…
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Sick Kids, Fried Turkey Recap & Stop Looking At My Crotch!
Cate & Ty are back from Thanksgiving break to recap a week of sick kids battling laryngitis and raging fevers. Ty continues his deep fried Turkey tradition and gets a kick out of the reaction from international fans. The conversation takes a sharp turn to discuss the fallout from a photo of Tyler...
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ENCORE Bringing The Truth To Light with Jordy Cray
Jordy Cray (@jordycray) comes in hot on Break It Down! In today's episode, Cate & Ty explain why they continue to talk about their adoption story despite the backlash with the public and the growing issues with the adoptive parents. While acknowledging a better understanding of the adoption...
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The Uncomfortable Awakening: Redefining Worldviews with Monte Mader Part 2
Monte is back for part 2 of the conversation on the collision of faith and politics. Cate, Tyler and Monte discuss the toxic roots of Christian nationalism and the power of young voters in the most recent NYC elections. Plus, Monte shares her intensely personal journey of deconstruction…
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Deconstructing Christian Nationalism: Finding the Truth with Monte Mader
On part one of a two-part episode series, Cate & Ty sit down with Monte Mader (@montemader), who has dedicated her platform to tackling the complexities of Christian nationalism and deconstruction. Monte shares her difficult upbringing in a far alt-right, Christian nationalist family, where her...
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Join Tyler and Catelynn Baltierra, one of the OG couples from MTV's 16 and Pregnant and Teen Mom, who showcased adoption first-hand, as they dive into life beyond reality TV. They share the ups, downs, and everything in between of marriage, parenthood, and personal growth. With candid stories, celebrity guests, and lots of laughs, Tyler and Catelynn explore how they navigate the spotlight, raise a family, and stay strong as a couple. Cate & Ty: Break It Down! is a weekly fix of heartwarming moments, behind-the-scenes tea, and a whole lot of love.
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Join Tyler and Catelynn Baltierra, one of the OG couples from MTV's 16 and Pregnant and Teen Mom, who showcased adoption first-hand, as they dive into life beyond reality TV. They share the ups, downs, and everything in between of marriage, parenthood, and personal growth. With candid stories,...
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