Shirin All The Things

What even is cozy? In this episode, we dive headfirst into the warm blanket pile of coziness—blankets, candles, old-book smells, flannel, fall drinks, and maybe even the Great British Baking Show. We break down how “cozy” hits all five senses, why it might just be an introvert’s superpower, and whether chasing cozy is a form of Sabbath rest or just comfort-idolatry in disguise.

Along the way, we out ourselves as Overcooked-on-easy-mode players, confess our weirdest cozy snacks (spoiler: Doritos do not qualify), and argue about whether vacuum lines count as part of the cozy aesthetic. Plus: solar punk dreams, cozy gift baskets, and the eternal truth that wood floors are never as cozy as carpet.

So grab a blanket (just not a patterned one with Trever’s face on it), light a candle, and settle in. Because in this episode, we’re working hard… to get cozy.

#CozyVibes #PumpkinSpiceSeason #GreatBritishBakingShow #OvercookedOnEasy

Ever look at a pile of craft supplies, a dusty pogo stick, or an abandoned pickleball paddle and think… I could bring you back? In this episode, we (Bry and Trever) dig up the hobby graveyard—those once-beloved pastimes we dove into headfirst, only to let them wither away.

From middle school guitar heroics and Sims villainy to photography phases, trampoline obsessions, and the short but passionate reign of paint-by-numbers, we confess it all. We compare quick-fling hobbies vs. deep-investment ones, talk about the hobbies that still haunt us, and even ask which ones deserve a resurrection spell.

Plus: internet deep dives, hobby shame, and why Bry refuses to invest until she’s really in love (except for her nails).

Table Talk: What’s a hobby you’ve buried… and which one would you bring back from the dead?

This one’s for the hikers, hammocking parents, sticker-covered Nalgene people, and anyone else wondering—are we really living the Colorado life?

In this episode, we ask ourselves: are we good Coloradans? Like, all year round? We swap stories from college ski trips and childhood rafting adventures to current summer hikes and hopes for family camping trips. We talk lakes (not Louisiana ones), mountain towns, indoor fireplaces, iconic Subarus with ski racks, and the strange pride of crushing our kids at mini golf… someday.

Whether you're paddleboarding with a Kindle, dreaming of a frothing leaderboard in your living room, or just vibing at 11 Mile with a thermos of coffee, this one's for you.

Plus: Manitou Incline, sticker hierarchy, avoiding snakes, and why "chacos with jeans" might just be our unofficial city uniform.

Let’s get outdoorsy—Colorado style. Even in winter. Maybe.

What do Vines, Cadet Kelly, and Jane Eyre have in common? They're all part of Trever & Bry's personal curriculum for friendship. This week, the Shirin All the Things classroom is in session as we break down the books, shows, movies, and random references we wish everyone just got. From obscure Disney Channel lines to rom-com reading habits, we're mapping the shared stories that shape how we connect—and why sometimes quoting Friends while moving furniture is a sacred act of belonging.

Grab a cozy drink, take notes if you must, and join us for a laughter-filled exploration of the stuff that sparks connection.

If you could steal one trait from your partner (or your best friend, sibling, or toddler), what would it be? In this episode, we play a game of “I wish I had your…”—where admiration meets mild envy and turns into something beautiful. From moral compass to comedic timing, crisis control to reading speed, we name the things we love most about each other—and how those traits shape our marriage and our lives.

We talk about the difference between admiring someone and wanting to be them, what it looks like to complement rather than compete, and why this kind of conversation might be one of the sweetest forms of words of affirmation.

Then we rapid-fire through everything from freckles and hair thickness to parenting styles, theology knowledge, and why we’d gladly trade lives with our kids if it meant someone else handled snacks and sunscreen.

This one is tender, cozy, and full of gratitude—and honestly, we think you’re going to want to try it at your own dinner table.

Ever found yourself enjoying a meal—until you discovered what's actually in it? Yep, we've been there too. This episode is all about the foods we've always wanted to try (hello, escargot!) and the dishes we definitely refuse to touch (looking at you, lamb and haggis).

Join us as we share personal stories of culinary deception (like Bry's cod from Tilapia), childhood dining disasters at the iconic China Buffet, and Trever's endless curiosity for adventurous eating (crickets dipped in honey, anyone?). Plus, we reveal our ultimate foodie travel dreams—from pasta in Italy to authentic fish and chips in London.

Whether you're the adventurous eater or the pickiest at the table, pull up a chair and join the fun. Let's see if Trever can finally convince Bry to taste something new—or at least, travel somewhere delicious

Ever wondered if underwater basket weaving counts as a sport? Or how exactly to define something as a "real" sport? In this playful episode, we dive into our childhood and teenage sports experiences—from dance competitions set to *NSYNC, to dramatic T-ball injuries (spoiler: Trever's mom was ready to throw down), and memorable track-and-field disqualifications. We even debate the controversial topic: Is darts really a sport?

We chat about sports we'd actually love to try, like Australian football, Olympic rock climbing, and professional pickleball. Plus, Bry reveals her surprising talent for endurance hula-hooping, and Trever recalls changing his name mid-basketball season (it didn't stick).

Gather your people, pick a side—are NASCAR drivers athletes or not?—and talk about the sports you'd invent, mash together, or want to judge professionally. It's game on!

Ever dreamed about your ultimate Barbie Dreamhouse—not the realistic one, the completely outrageous, magical one? Us too! In this episode, we dive into all the wild elements we'd include: lazy rivers doubling as moats, slides spiraling around staircases, secret library nooks à la Beauty and the Beast, and closets straight out of Princess Diaries 2. We relive our childhood play setups, confess envy over friends' extravagant toy collections, and realize that some toys, like the iconic Barbie Dreamhouse, still capture our imagination as adults.

And to set the record straight: Bry's traumatic high school movie experience was not "Dante's Inferno," but actually "Dante's Peak" (RIP Grandma in the volcanic lake).

Come join the fun, reminisce about the good old Toys R Us days, and let your imagination run wild with us—because practical dream homes are overrated and if you wanted to hear about mortgage rates you came to the wrong podcast!

If you could only travel one way for fun—plane, train, car, or boat—what would you pick? In this episode, we unpack our dream travel destinations, favorite (and least favorite) places we’ve been, and the weird, wonderful things that make or break a trip for us (hint: food is high on the list). From hella boring Kansas and nickel-and-dime Florida, to a three-week stint in Las Vegas we still haven’t recovered from—we get honest about what kinds of trips are not for us.

Then we dream big: Japan, Scotland, Tahiti, and even a fictional escape to Hobbiton (because let’s be honest, all we want is to sit, eat, read, and be left alone). We also talk about what makes international travel intimidating, how we’d curate the perfect trip for each other, and why the East Coast and historical tours have us curious.

Oh—and yes, we’re still holding out for that mysterious podcast-loving benefactor to sponsor our global "Taxonomy of Food" tour. Manifesting.

From questionable childhood outfits to our lifelong love-hate relationship with trends, we’re diving into the wild world of fashion. In this episode of Shirin All The Things, we unpack the outfits that defined our youth (cargo pants, clashing plaids, and way too many layers), the trends we refused to follow (looking at you, low-rise jeans), and the ones we secretly miss (hipster era forever).

Along the way, we discuss why Trever’s wardrobe is basically a cartoon character’s at this point, why Bry takes forever to commit to a new style, and the strange yet undeniable power of slut strands (yes, we explain). Plus, a nostalgic throwback to the weirdest thing you ever kept in your cargo pockets—because you know you did.

So grab your favorite hoodie (or, if you're brave, your old skinny jeans) and hit play as we talk all the things fashion!