What The Fig is Mike & Cat Figueroa’s unfiltered take on marriage, relationships, personal growth, parenting and a little bit of everything in between. Each episode blends real talk, humor, mindset shifts, and relatable stories about navigating love and life. If you’re into relationship realness, communication practices, healing, and becoming your best self in all areas of your life—this podcast is your new favorite. New episodes every week. We want to find out people, Join the Fig Fam! Follow us @whatthefigpodcast to stay connected!
Healing Through Parenting: It's not them, it's you.
This episode explores the mirror principle in parenting, revealing how our children's behaviors reflect our inner wounds and triggers. It offers practical insights on healing, emotional regulation, and fostering authentic connections with our kids. This episode explores the transformative power of journaling, emotional regulation, and self-awareness in personal growth and parenting. Although not perfect, and just trying to be better everyday, Mike and Cat share practical tips, personal stories, and insights on healing, triggers, and modeling emotional health for children.
Takeaways
Children act as mirrors revealing our unresolved wounds.
Healing ourselves helps us respond more mindfully to our kids.
Journaling and self-reflection are powerful tools for emotional growth.
Being present and vulnerable fosters deeper connections with children.
20 Jan 2026
Your partners inner thoughts: Body image + motivation
In this episode of the What the Fig Podcast, hosts Mike and Cat dive into the often-avoided topics that can create distance in relationships, particularly focusing on body image and motivation. They discuss the discomfort many couples feel when addressing sensitive subjects like fitness goals, self-care, and attraction. The conversation is sparked by a personal anecdote about a couple they observed during a walk, leading to a broader discussion on how to approach these topics with empathy and understanding. They emphasize the importance of communication, timing, and teamwork in navigating these challenging conversations, encouraging listeners to be proactive rather than reactive in their relationships.
21 Dec 2025
Closing Out 2025!
In this episode of What the Fig Podcast, hosts Mike and Cat share their journey of love, growth, and the importance of honest conversations. They reflect on their relationship, the challenges of the past year, and the significance of gratitude as they approach the new year. With humor and authenticity, they encourage listeners to embrace their feelings and foster connections with others.
4 Dec 2025
Welcome to What the Fig Podcast!
In this inaugural episode of the 'What the Fig' podcast, You meet your hosts Mike and Cat . Listen as we share our journey of starting the podcast. We discuss family life, including our three children and our decision to homeschool. We outline the topics we plan to cover in future episodes, emphasizing authenticity and connection with YOU, our audience.
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