Cats & Snacks Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/cats-snacks Cats & Snacks is a cozy, curious podcast by Brianne Cole-Davis - an educator, artist, and muralist. Here, she talks through creativity, life shifts, spirituality, travel and the process of becoming without having it all figured out. This podcast is a container for her work, following curiosity, and letting life unfold in real time with cats nearby, snacks within reach, and permission to grow along the way. © 2026 Brianne Cole-Davis 6bb67b18-6b50-5764-b884-f9859a5f7e68 yes Trailer: Wanna Try New Things With Me? en Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:06:42 -0700 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:07:21 -0700 https://img.transistorcdn.com/th8yTpcFrm7oKHTrGHvhJ5r9hJ4m7Cw9fqRDem_6CRk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNjcw/ZGE5NGZiYzBhZGNm/NzNhNzU5ZWNjYTA0/NzgyYy5wbmc.jpg Cats & Snacks episodic Brianne Cole-Davis Cats & Snacks is a cozy, curious podcast by Brianne Cole-Davis - an educator, artist, and muralist. Here, she talks through creativity, life shifts, spirituality, travel and the process of becoming without having it all figured out. This podcast is a container for her work, following curiosity, and letting life unfold in real time with cats nearby, snacks within reach, and permission to grow along the way. Cats & Snacks is a cozy, curious podcast by Brianne Cole-Davis - an educator, artist, and muralist. Creativity, personal growth, education, self reflection, spirituality, art, becoming, growth Brianne Cole-Davis No No Story Time: My Gastric Bypass and Skin Removal 13 13 Story Time: My Gastric Bypass and Skin Removal full 270ae93a-c0a3-44a4-89ba-65c58c172e9d https://share.transistor.fm/s/716b28b4 In this episode, I unveil something I have never really shared online - my gastric bypass surgery and the skin removal I was able to qualify through my insurance. It's on the shorter end because I am a little nervous to share this for the first time, but I know I needed to get it out there! Thanks for listening. 

]]> In this episode, I unveil something I have never really shared online - my gastric bypass surgery and the skin removal I was able to qualify through my insurance. It's on the shorter end because I am a little nervous to share this for the first time, but I know I needed to get it out there! Thanks for listening. 

]]> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:06:31 -0700 Brianne Cole-Davis Brianne Cole-Davis 993 In this episode, I unveil something I have never really shared online - my gastric bypass surgery and the skin removal I was able to qualify through my insurance. It's on the shorter end because I am a little nervous to share this for the first time, but I know I needed to get it out there! Thanks for listening. 

]]> Creativity, personal growth, education, self reflection, spirituality, art, becoming, growth No Story Time: Microneedling, Botox, and My Loose Skin 12 12 Story Time: Microneedling, Botox, and My Loose Skin full fe619e65-d787-4b17-8791-5de00d3732b0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d0a518e5  In this episode, I discuss my experience with loose skin! After a lifetime of fluctuating weight, I have different skin and I've wanted to work on improving it. I've tried Botox and other comparable things, but have found that microneedling is an excellent way to improve texture and elasticity. I share some of my experiences here as well as information about my skincare guru, Peggy Sue. Her spa is in Dana Point, California, and I will include the link to her website here. 

]]>  In this episode, I discuss my experience with loose skin! After a lifetime of fluctuating weight, I have different skin and I've wanted to work on improving it. I've tried Botox and other comparable things, but have found that microneedling is an excellent way to improve texture and elasticity. I share some of my experiences here as well as information about my skincare guru, Peggy Sue. Her spa is in Dana Point, California, and I will include the link to her website here. 

]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:38:25 -0700 Brianne Cole-Davis Brianne Cole-Davis 1701  In this episode, I discuss my experience with loose skin! After a lifetime of fluctuating weight, I have different skin and I've wanted to work on improving it. I've tried Botox and other comparable things, but have found that microneedling is an excellent way to improve texture and elasticity. I share some of my experiences here as well as information about my skincare guru, Peggy Sue. Her spa is in Dana Point, California, and I will include the link to her website here. 

]]> Creativity, personal growth, education, self reflection, spirituality, art, becoming, growth No Trying Era: IMPOSTER SYNDROME! 11 11 Trying Era: IMPOSTER SYNDROME! full f9bbc954-a6c3-4a84-8b9a-15d25ed8e499 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3f2bb1ad In this episode of Cats & Snacks, I get real about how I felt the past week after saying aloud that I want to be a public speaker. The insane imposter syndrome that wreaked havoc on me for the past week is the topic of this episode because that's exactly what happened... it wrecked my body all week! Over nothing! So spoiler alert: there's no speech here. Just be being extremely real about how I have felt since I shared my last episode, and where that has left me this week. Thanks for listening!

]]> In this episode of Cats & Snacks, I get real about how I felt the past week after saying aloud that I want to be a public speaker. The insane imposter syndrome that wreaked havoc on me for the past week is the topic of this episode because that's exactly what happened... it wrecked my body all week! Over nothing! So spoiler alert: there's no speech here. Just be being extremely real about how I have felt since I shared my last episode, and where that has left me this week. Thanks for listening!

]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:08:58 -0700 Brianne Cole-Davis Brianne Cole-Davis 1568 In this episode of Cats & Snacks, I get real about how I felt the past week after saying aloud that I want to be a public speaker. The insane imposter syndrome that wreaked havoc on me for the past week is the topic of this episode because that's exactly what happened... it wrecked my body all week! Over nothing! So spoiler alert: there's no speech here. Just be being extremely real about how I have felt since I shared my last episode, and where that has left me this week. Thanks for listening!

]]> Creativity, personal growth, education, self reflection, spirituality, art, becoming, growth No Trying Era: A Revelation and a Request 10 10 Trying Era: A Revelation and a Request full e381cee2-847c-4f75-8897-08bd3466bbb4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b3dbc0fa In this episode, I speak about my decision to pursue public speaking after over 20 years of working in public education. I cover what rose to the surface after uploading and sharing last week's episode which helped illuminate my interest in this path. It was always there - I just didn't have the confidence to admit and pursue it. That changes now. 

]]> In this episode, I speak about my decision to pursue public speaking after over 20 years of working in public education. I cover what rose to the surface after uploading and sharing last week's episode which helped illuminate my interest in this path. It was always there - I just didn't have the confidence to admit and pursue it. That changes now. 

]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:01:24 -0700 Brianne Cole-Davis Brianne Cole-Davis 514 In this episode, I speak about my decision to pursue public speaking after over 20 years of working in public education. I cover what rose to the surface after uploading and sharing last week's episode which helped illuminate my interest in this path. It was always there - I just didn't have the confidence to admit and pursue it. That changes now. 

]]> Creativity, personal growth, education, self reflection, spirituality, art, becoming, growth No Trying Era: Shedding part 2 9 9 Trying Era: Shedding part 2 full 9576a1d2-9f05-423c-91ed-f9c18e504947 https://share.transistor.fm/s/db57f392 In this episode, I elaborate more on shedding the identity of Fat Brianne and the struggles I've dealt with attempting to shed my teacher identity. This episode is raw, and I did not expect to cry while recording. I left it in because I think vulnerability is important and it is truly how I have been feeling in this journey. 

]]> In this episode, I elaborate more on shedding the identity of Fat Brianne and the struggles I've dealt with attempting to shed my teacher identity. This episode is raw, and I did not expect to cry while recording. I left it in because I think vulnerability is important and it is truly how I have been feeling in this journey. 

]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:59:37 -0800 Brianne Cole-Davis Brianne Cole-Davis 1289 In this episode, I elaborate more on shedding the identity of Fat Brianne and the struggles I've dealt with attempting to shed my teacher identity. This episode is raw, and I did not expect to cry while recording. I left it in because I think vulnerability is important and it is truly how I have been feeling in this journey. 

]]> Creativity, personal growth, education, self reflection, spirituality, art, becoming, growth No Trying Era: Shedding 8 8 Trying Era: Shedding full 7fb14f44-5fed-4ee6-a523-ed9cfc7d3bb4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fce2ced1 In this episode, I elaborate a little more on the shedding I have done in my life. In this short episode, I discuss childhood trauma around the concepts of weight loss and childhood bullying. I apologize for the abrupt ending in this episode! I recorded an outro that it didn't add on. I am still learning! This is all a part of my trying era, after all. :)

]]> In this episode, I elaborate a little more on the shedding I have done in my life. In this short episode, I discuss childhood trauma around the concepts of weight loss and childhood bullying. I apologize for the abrupt ending in this episode! I recorded an outro that it didn't add on. I am still learning! This is all a part of my trying era, after all. :)

]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:15:25 -0800 Brianne Cole-Davis Brianne Cole-Davis 518 In this episode, I elaborate a little more on the shedding I have done in my life. In this short episode, I discuss childhood trauma around the concepts of weight loss and childhood bullying. I apologize for the abrupt ending in this episode! I recorded an outro that it didn't add on. I am still learning! This is all a part of my trying era, after all. :)

]]> Creativity, personal growth, education, self reflection, spirituality, art, becoming, growth No Trying Era: Happy Lunar New Year! 7 7 Trying Era: Happy Lunar New Year! full 341974c2-4826-404f-b1d2-545fd31723d7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e6cd45ce In this episode, I talk about pivoting, the Lunar New Year, growth, momentum, and change. I relate to my own personal connections to Lunar New Year as well as what this upcoming year means energetically. 

]]> In this episode, I talk about pivoting, the Lunar New Year, growth, momentum, and change. I relate to my own personal connections to Lunar New Year as well as what this upcoming year means energetically. 

]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:38:50 -0800 Brianne Cole-Davis Brianne Cole-Davis 1444 In this episode, I talk about pivoting, the Lunar New Year, growth, momentum, and change. I relate to my own personal connections to Lunar New Year as well as what this upcoming year means energetically. 

]]> Creativity, personal growth, education, self reflection, spirituality, art, becoming, growth No Trying Era: What I'm Loving Right Now 6 6 Trying Era: What I'm Loving Right Now full 23a36fb3-da2e-4875-8075-a08f0dd7b542 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bfbff964 In this episode, I explore my "trying era," a time of embracing new experiences and finding joy in the things I love. From discovering affordable fashion gems at Costco to diving into cozy gaming with Disney Dreamlight Valley, I share how these passions boost my confidence and creativity. Join me as I discuss overcoming gym anxiety, celebrating personal growth, and the mental shifts that have allowed me to prioritize value and authentic self-expression. Tune in to learn how you can elevate your wardrobe, mindset, and life while enjoying the simple pleasures that make each day brighter.

]]> In this episode, I explore my "trying era," a time of embracing new experiences and finding joy in the things I love. From discovering affordable fashion gems at Costco to diving into cozy gaming with Disney Dreamlight Valley, I share how these passions boost my confidence and creativity. Join me as I discuss overcoming gym anxiety, celebrating personal growth, and the mental shifts that have allowed me to prioritize value and authentic self-expression. Tune in to learn how you can elevate your wardrobe, mindset, and life while enjoying the simple pleasures that make each day brighter.

]]> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:07:46 -0800 Brianne Cole-Davis Brianne Cole-Davis 1783 In this episode, I explore my "trying era," a time of embracing new experiences and finding joy in the things I love. From discovering affordable fashion gems at Costco to diving into cozy gaming with Disney Dreamlight Valley, I share how these passions boost my confidence and creativity. Join me as I discuss overcoming gym anxiety, celebrating personal growth, and the mental shifts that have allowed me to prioritize value and authentic self-expression. Tune in to learn how you can elevate your wardrobe, mindset, and life while enjoying the simple pleasures that make each day brighter.

]]> Creativity, personal growth, education, self reflection, spirituality, art, becoming, growth No Trying Era: Internal vs. External Coherence 5 5 Trying Era: Internal vs. External Coherence full 7f3e4c00-3529-406c-8bdb-dd4033ce83b1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3f2d9cba
In this episode, I explore my journey from seeking external coherence to embracing internal coherence. I define both for listeners so they can understand where they fall between the two and work on living from alignment. 

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In this episode, I explore my journey from seeking external coherence to embracing internal coherence. I define both for listeners so they can understand where they fall between the two and work on living from alignment. 

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In this episode, I explore my journey from seeking external coherence to embracing internal coherence. I define both for listeners so they can understand where they fall between the two and work on living from alignment. 

]]> Creativity, personal growth, education, self reflection, spirituality, art, becoming, growth No Trying Era: Where I'm at Right Now 4 4 Trying Era: Where I'm at Right Now full 2a0eccc1-c5db-41c9-90e5-8e84572e7b60 https://share.transistor.fm/s/76220753 Summary:


In this episode, I explore my journey of personal growth, emphasizing the importance of starting and continuing despite challenges. I share how intuitive action and intentional discomfort have played a role in my development, and how I'm not in my trying era out of confusion, but rather intentionally seeking growth. I also discuss the support from my friend Stephanie and how it has inspired me to keep moving forward.

Keywords:


personal growth, intuitive action, intentional discomfort, trying era, self-improvement, podcast journey, starting and continuing, intentional growth, self-discovery

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In this episode, I explore my journey of personal growth, emphasizing the importance of starting and continuing despite challenges. I share how intuitive action and intentional discomfort have played a role in my development, and how I'm not in my trying era out of confusion, but rather intentionally seeking growth. I also discuss the support from my friend Stephanie and how it has inspired me to keep moving forward.

Keywords:


personal growth, intuitive action, intentional discomfort, trying era, self-improvement, podcast journey, starting and continuing, intentional growth, self-discovery

]]> Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:30:16 -0800 Brianne Cole-Davis Brianne Cole-Davis 1322 Summary:


In this episode, I explore my journey of personal growth, emphasizing the importance of starting and continuing despite challenges. I share how intuitive action and intentional discomfort have played a role in my development, and how I'm not in my trying era out of confusion, but rather intentionally seeking growth. I also discuss the support from my friend Stephanie and how it has inspired me to keep moving forward.

Keywords:


personal growth, intuitive action, intentional discomfort, trying era, self-improvement, podcast journey, starting and continuing, intentional growth, self-discovery

]]> Creativity, personal growth, education, self reflection, spirituality, art, becoming, growth No Trying Era: Urgency, Presence, and Taking the Next Step 3 3 Trying Era: Urgency, Presence, and Taking the Next Step full 62b91153-6428-4872-aa0b-fec585b9aa86 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e80af376 In this episode, I delve into my personal experiences with urgency and how it intertwines with anxiety. I share my journey of learning to appreciate the present moment and the relief that comes with presence. Through vulnerability, I hope to inspire others to audit their own lives and find resonance with my growth.

Key Takeaways:

  • Urgency often lives in the future, feeding anxiety.
  • Life happens in the in-between moments, not just in the rush to the next step.
  • Embracing presence brings relief and clarity.
  • Self-trust and consistency are crucial in personal growth.
  • Vulnerability can inspire others to reflect on their own journeys.
]]> In this episode, I delve into my personal experiences with urgency and how it intertwines with anxiety. I share my journey of learning to appreciate the present moment and the relief that comes with presence. Through vulnerability, I hope to inspire others to audit their own lives and find resonance with my growth.

Key Takeaways:

  • Urgency often lives in the future, feeding anxiety.
  • Life happens in the in-between moments, not just in the rush to the next step.
  • Embracing presence brings relief and clarity.
  • Self-trust and consistency are crucial in personal growth.
  • Vulnerability can inspire others to reflect on their own journeys.
]]> Sun, 18 Jan 2026 13:39:21 -0800 Brianne Cole-Davis Brianne Cole-Davis 343 In this episode, I delve into my personal experiences with urgency and how it intertwines with anxiety. I share my journey of learning to appreciate the present moment and the relief that comes with presence. Through vulnerability, I hope to inspire others to audit their own lives and find resonance with my growth.

Key Takeaways:

  • Urgency often lives in the future, feeding anxiety.
  • Life happens in the in-between moments, not just in the rush to the next step.
  • Embracing presence brings relief and clarity.
  • Self-trust and consistency are crucial in personal growth.
  • Vulnerability can inspire others to reflect on their own journeys.
]]> Urgency, Presence, Anxiety, Self-trust, Personal growth, Mindfulness, Intuition, Life journey, Vulnerability, Self-discovery No Trying Era: My WHY & my WHAT (without pretending I have it all figured out!) 2 2 Trying Era: My WHY & my WHAT (without pretending I have it all figured out!) full 48377612-7055-4a27-b890-4363bd98cfea https://share.transistor.fm/s/f00d7d4e In this episode, I reflect on my birthday and the theme of my podcast, which centers around my Trying Era. I talk about the importance of vulnerability, self-discovery, and the challenges I face around visibility and self-worth. I share my journey of embracing imperfection and keeping promises to myself, and I encourage listeners to acknowledge their own trials and triumphs. This episode is a reminder that growth is an ongoing process, and that it’s okay to be in the messy middle of becoming.

]]> In this episode, I reflect on my birthday and the theme of my podcast, which centers around my Trying Era. I talk about the importance of vulnerability, self-discovery, and the challenges I face around visibility and self-worth. I share my journey of embracing imperfection and keeping promises to myself, and I encourage listeners to acknowledge their own trials and triumphs. This episode is a reminder that growth is an ongoing process, and that it’s okay to be in the messy middle of becoming.

]]> Sun, 11 Jan 2026 12:34:25 -0800 Brianne Cole-Davis Brianne Cole-Davis 606 In this episode, I reflect on my birthday and the theme of my podcast, which centers around my Trying Era. I talk about the importance of vulnerability, self-discovery, and the challenges I face around visibility and self-worth. I share my journey of embracing imperfection and keeping promises to myself, and I encourage listeners to acknowledge their own trials and triumphs. This episode is a reminder that growth is an ongoing process, and that it’s okay to be in the messy middle of becoming.

]]> Keywords self-discovery, vulnerability, personal growth, trying era, visibility, self-worth, podcasting, life experiences, empowerment, authenticity No Trailer: Wanna Try New Things With Me? 1 1 Trailer: Wanna Try New Things With Me? trailer e899a8e7-dfbb-4b48-93c0-e9e22aca5b39 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ddd510f8 Welcome to Cats & Snacks! I'm Brianne, and this is a lifestyle podcast where I try new things, talk things through, and follow my curiosity - without needing everything to be figured out. 

In this first episode, I'm introducing the show, sharing why I created it, and setting the vibe for what's next. If you find you too are in your "Trying Era," I hope you will join me and see what's next! 

]]> Welcome to Cats & Snacks! I'm Brianne, and this is a lifestyle podcast where I try new things, talk things through, and follow my curiosity - without needing everything to be figured out. 

In this first episode, I'm introducing the show, sharing why I created it, and setting the vibe for what's next. If you find you too are in your "Trying Era," I hope you will join me and see what's next! 

]]> Sun, 04 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0800 Brianne Cole-Davis Brianne Cole-Davis 1515 Welcome to Cats & Snacks! I'm Brianne, and this is a lifestyle podcast where I try new things, talk things through, and follow my curiosity - without needing everything to be figured out. 

In this first episode, I'm introducing the show, sharing why I created it, and setting the vibe for what's next. If you find you too are in your "Trying Era," I hope you will join me and see what's next! 

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