Shirin All The Things

Trever and Bry dive into the world of playgrounds! They’re on a mission to find the best spots that make both kids and parents happy. Tune in as they chat about what elements make a playground a total hit or a bit of a miss. From slides and swings to picnic areas and shade, they cover it all. Trever and Bry also share some heartwarming (and hilarious) memories of their own childhood park adventure...

Ever wish you could design your own shopping mall? In this episode of "Shirin All The Things," Trever and Bry let their imaginations run wild as they create their ultimate bespoke mall experience. Reminisce with them about the glory days of 90s and 2000s mall culture—the era of mall rats, Hot Topic adventures, and savoring every bite of Auntie Anne's pretzels and Dip'n'Dots. They'll also dive into...

In this fun episode of "Shirin All The Things," Trever and Bry kick back and chat about the food-themed parties they'd love to be a part of. Whether it's the smoky goodness of a BBQ, the elegance of a fancy tea, the intrigue of a murder mystery dinner, or the fun of themed potlucks, they're diving into what makes each idea so exciting. Tune in for some laughs and maybe even get inspired for your n...

Join Trever and Bry Shirin in this enlightening episode as they delve into the enchanting realm of dream hobbies. Imagine a world where money is no concern – what activities would they choose to fill their days? The duo explores the very essence of hobbies, dissecting how leisure, freedom, and personal interests intertwine. With engaging conversation and their trademark playful banter, Trever and...

In this captivating episode, Trever and Bry Shirin delve into Matt Haig's "The Midnight Library," exploring themes of alternate realities and life's "what ifs." They reflect on their own choices, grateful for the love and happiness they've found. They envision the exciting paths they could have taken through small choices along the way. Join them for a thought-provoking journey, celebrating life's...

Description provided by ChatGPT (who loves the show, by the way*} Join Trever and Bry Shirin as they fondly recall their childhood playtime, reminiscing about cherished toys like Barbies and Max Steel. In this heartwarming episode of Shirin All The Things, the couple explores the power of imagination in play, sharing how they've kept their creative spark alive in marriage. Through playful banter a...

Trever and Bry discuss "Reverse Pet Peeves" and evaluate their relationships, the things that improve friendships, and why the people around them are the ones they have stuck with.

Trever and Bry discuss sandwiches, particularly peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.

Join Trever and Bry as they talk about water in all forms, like baths, good ice water, and water balloons. Disclaimer; Trever and Bry highly discourage drinking bath water, and highly encourage doing your own research whenever you can!

What is your recipe for a perfect gift? Trever and Bry Shirin talk about gifts around the holidays and throughout the year.

Trever and Bry discuss the last of their ideals, as well as the full list of their sub-ideals and encourage you to do some values work to determine what ideals you live by.

While this conversation is not about silly little things like the order of a cheeseburger, Trever and Bry discuss some of the family ideals they have created through the years that inform the culture of their family, along with the origin stories of these phrases.

Trever and Bry discuss the proper layering of foods and return to their desire to develop a food taxonomy. And also, Bry shares some interesting thoughts about pastas.

Trever and Bry talk about their favorite chores in a season of life where they have two kids under two, and some things need to be left undone.

These are a few of our favorite things and how we would change our lives if we could.

From Earl Grey Tea (hot) to hot cocoa cold, Trever and Bry discuss a staple in the Shirin household: hot beverages.

You know about Christmas and Valentine's Day, but do you know about Lima Bean Respect day or Trever's Podcasts Day?

Disclaimer: We are kind of using a loose definition of tradition, ritual, culture, and memories in this episode.

We would love to be able to hear from you about your hot-takes, challenges to our ideas, or things that stood out to you. Send us a voice message through the Anchor app, or using the link below. We may use your voice in an episode down the road too!

If you could only do one hygiene task for an entire week—just one, nothing else—what are you picking? Brushing your teeth? Showering? Washing your hands? (Think carefully before answering.) This week, we’re diving into the weird, the overlooked, and the highly debated aspects of hygiene. From how often you should be replacing your toothbrush (spoiler: you’re probably overdue) to a very serious dis...

What kind of donut are you? No, seriously—if your personality had to be represented by a donut, what would it be? This week, we're diving into the great donut debate —best flavors, worst takes, and whether donuts are actually a real food . Are they breakfast? A snack? A lawless treat that exists outside of mealtimes? We also attempt to answer deeply philosophical questions like: Why do donuts have...

Is a Costco trip technically a date? What actually makes a date a date? In this episode, we deep-dive into our dating philosophy—what counts, what doesn’t, and why somehow the man is still expected to plan everything. We unpack love languages in dating, the difference between early dating vs. married dating, and whether money even needs to be a factor. Plus: our first “official” date, which was ei...

What makes a pet peeve a pet peeve? Is it just an everyday annoyance, or is it something deeper—like a personal vendetta against sticky hands or the absolute crime of calling a cookout a barbecue? In this episode, we deep-dive into the things that irrationally (or very rationally) enrage us, from doors that close on you (Bry’s nemesis) to the sheer audacity of being forced to hold something in pub...

Ever stared at a bowl of cereal and wondered, am I doing this right? Well, buckle up because we’re diving deep—too deep?—into the world of cereal. What is cereal, really? Does Lucky Charms count, or is it just dessert disguised as breakfast? Is there a correct bowl-to-milk ratio? (Trever has thoughts.) And speaking of bowls, which one reigns supreme? Spoiler: it involves depth, possibly a straw, a...