Shirin All The Things

How can two people be happily married for almost a decade and still disagree about the correct direction to swipe on a phone, whether clothes on the floor are dirty, and which utensil should be used for macaroni and cheese? This week, Trever and Bry are talking about all the little ways they do life differently—and, more importantly, why each of them is obviously doing it the correct way. From com...

In this episode of Shirin All The Things , Trever and Bry dive into birthdays: the good, the tragic, the overstimulating, and the deeply awkward 30 seconds where everyone sings at you and nobody knows where to look. We start with the truly important question: how would an otter celebrate its 50th birthday? Fish cake? Lagoon backflips? A new clam-cracking rock? Naturally, this leads to raccoons, bi...

In this very food-forward (and very chaotic) episode of Shirin All The Things , Trever and Bry dive into all things breakfast — from continental breakfast nostalgia to strong opinions about bacon vs. sausage, pancakes vs. waffles, and whether breakfast for dinner is a genius move… or a white flag. They talk about bougie breakfast buffets, local favorites, Whole30 survival meals, and the surprising...

What’s something you loved as a kid… that just doesn’t hit the same anymore? Or somehow got better ? In this episode, Trever and Bry kick things off with an important (and slightly revealing) question about ice cream truck orders before diving into a conversation about how childhood experiences shift as we grow up. From magical hot air balloon festivals that lose a little sparkle, to theme parks t...

In this episode, Trever and Bry share a small life update — new job rhythms, shifting childcare, and officially committing to a monthly release schedule — and then return to something that’s quietly shaped their relationship from the very beginning: gratitude. They reflect on how “Isn’t this awesome?” became a core habit in their marriage. From thanking each other for doing the dishes to debriefin...

What did dating look like in our 20s—and what should it look like now? In this episode, Trever and Bry reflect on how dating has changed from early, scrappy, low-budget, high-intent dates to the fuller, more complex reality of dating in your 30s with kids, careers, and real-life constraints. They talk about recreating old favorite dates (pizza picnics, bookstore dates, long walks, bike rides, and...

Trever and Bry are stepping onto the metaphorical stage this week to talk all things game shows! From childhood sick-day favorites like Match Game and Family Feud to the British chaos of 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, they’re reliving the shows that shaped their humor and competition streaks. They play a few rounds of their own (spoiler: they keep matching answers — gross), argue over which game...

What makes reading so good—and so you ? In this episode, Trever and Bry dive deep into their shared love of books, from the eternal “audiobook vs. physical book” debate to the perfect setup for a reading session (spoiler: it involves beanbags, clickers, and occasionally lavender lemonade). They talk about how reading styles have changed, how dyslexia shaped Trever’s lifelong connection to stories,...

You know that classic question—if your house were on fire, what five things would you grab? In this episode, we take our own twist on it and imagine our home frozen in time, like our own little Pompeii. What would future archaeologists learn about us from the toys on the floor, the coffee mugs, and the half-finished projects scattered everywhere? It’s a cozy, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt look...

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...

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 passionat...

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), mount...

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...

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 ou...

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...

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 top...

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...

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...

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 ). A...

So… have you ever thought about what kind of funeral you’d want? Because we have. And honestly? We have very different ideas. In this episode of Shirin All The Things , we take a deep (but also weirdly fun) dive into planning our own funerals. Trever is all about the liturgical lament—leaning into the grief, sitting with sorrow, and embracing the sacred weight of loss. Meanwhile, Bry is ready for...

Have you ever read a book and immediately craved the food described on the page? In this week’s episode of Shirin All The Things , we dive into the mouthwatering (and sometimes disappointing) world of literary cuisine. From the cozy meals of Little Women and Little House on the Prairie to the futuristic spice-infused dishes of Dune and the fantastical feasts of The Stormlight Archive , we explore...

In this week’s episode of Shirin All The Things , we dive into a deceptively simple topic: What exactly is a picnic, and what makes it great? What started as a lighthearted discussion about outdoor dining quickly spiraled into a hilariously complex debate. From essential picnic foods and the perfect setting to the unexpected controversies of picnic etiquette, we uncovered more questions than answe...

This week on "Shirin All The Things," Trever and Bry channel their inner screenwriters to script their love story as if it were a Hallmark movie. Get ready for all the sweet, cheesy, and irresistibly romantic moments as they unfold their tale with successful results that could melt the iciest of hearts. From chance encounters and romantic mishaps to love-filled resolutions, join the fun as they cr...

Grab a seat at the table as Trever and Bry take a tasty trip down memory lane in this episode of "Shirin All The Things"! They reminisce about their childhood lunchboxes, sharing stories of what made it into their bags and the delicious (or sometimes questionable) foods they enjoyed at school. From classic sandwiches to sweet treats, the conversation soon spirals into a delightful dive into all th...

This is an episode from 2023, a year before release, Trever & Bry and the two kids had strep throat, they'd been sick for a while, and ultimately Thanksgiving was very much canceled. Naturally, Trever and Bry took the opportunity to sit down and record an episode on all of the Thanksgiving fails they have experienced during the marriage and also to try to figure out how to make Thanksgiving go...