Introducing Brush & Banter | A New Canvas for Creativity

The Zibra podcast is back - refreshed, reimagined, and ready to celebrate every kind of creative. In this first episode of Brush & Banter, Brie, Annie, and Lauren pull back the curtain on the rebrand, introduce themselves, and share why this podcast is for anyone who picks up a paint brush and brings a vision to life. Meet your new co-hosts!Annie Bolding (Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs) and Lauren Cooper (Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio) join Brie Hansen (President of Zibra) to bring fresh perspectives, creative energy, and real talk about life as working artists.Resources mentioned:Rooted Muralist ConferenceMedium Artist Brush SetSquare BrushPalm Flex ProIn this episode, we discuss:Why Zibra is rebranding the podcast to Brush & Banter and expanding the conversation beyond furniture refinishingThe stories behind Annie and Lauren’s creative journeys, from tech layoffs to mural magic and bold business pivotsWhat listeners can expect this season: inspiring artist interviews, practical business tips, and the new recurring segments Golden Moment and Don’t Cry Over Spilled PaintWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog