Conversations with Cat Miggs

Today we’d like to introduce you to Cat Miggs.

Hi Cat, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
My path here wasn’t exactly linear—it was interrupted in a way that forced me to reconsider everything.

I’m a heart attack survivor, and that experience gave me a very real second chance at life. It shifted my perspective almost overnight. The things I had been putting off, the creative risks I was hesitant to take, suddenly felt urgent and necessary. I stopped waiting for the “right time” and started creating from a place of honesty, curiosity, and a little bit of defiance.

That mindset led me to develop *The Tree Whisperer*, an award-winning audio fantasy series about a forest ranger who can talk to trees. What started as a quirky idea grew into something much bigger—connecting with audiences, earning festival recognition, and proving that even the most niche, whimsical concepts can resonate when they’re rooted in truth and passion.

Where I am today is really the result of that turning point: choosing to fully lean into storytelling, to build something original, and to trust that my voice—no matter how unconventional—deserves to be heard. This is just the beginning, but it’s a beginning I might not have embraced without that second chance.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road—more like a winding trail with a few fallen branches along the way.

Starting over after a major health event came with its own challenges. There’s the physical recovery, of course, but also the mental shift of learning how to trust your body again while redefining what your life and priorities look like. Creatively, stepping into my voice meant pushing past a lot of doubt—wondering if something as offbeat as an audio fantasy about a tree-whispering ranger would actually connect with people.

On a practical level, building *The Tree Whisperer* from the ground up had all the usual indie hurdles: limited resources, wearing multiple hats and figuring things out as I went. There were moments where it would’ve been easier to scale back or play it safe.

But those challenges also shaped the project. They forced me to be resourceful, to trust my instincts, and to keep going even when things felt uncertain. In a strange way, the roadblocks became part of the story—both mine and the show’s.

Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I’m an actress, creator, writer, and producer, primarily working in storytelling with a focus on fantasy and comedy. I’m especially drawn to building worlds that feel whimsical on the surface but are grounded in very human experiences—connection, resilience, and finding your place in something bigger than yourself.

I’m probably best known for creating *The Tree Whisperer*, an award-winning audio fantasy series about a forest ranger who can talk to trees. It leans into humor and absurdity, but underneath that, it’s really about listening—to nature, to others, and to yourself. That balance between lighthearted storytelling and emotional honesty is something I try to bring into everything I create, both behind the scenes and in my work as a performer.

What I’m most proud of is that I didn’t wait for permission to make it. I built something from the ground up, collaborated with incredibly talented people, and watched it grow into something that resonates with audiences and festival programmers alike.

What sets me apart is perspective. Having gone through a life-altering health event, I approach my work with a sense of urgency and gratitude that I didn’t have before. I’m less interested in following trends and more focused on telling stories that feel authentic, a little unconventional, and genuinely worth the time we spend listening to them. I think that combination of humor, heart, and a willingness to take creative risks is what defines my work.

In terms of your work and the industry, what are some of the changes you are expecting to see over the next five to ten years?
I think the industry is heading toward a really interesting blend of independence and accessibility. Over the next 5–10 years, we’ll continue to see creators building their own worlds and audiences without needing traditional gatekeepers, especially in spaces like audio storytelling and podcasting. The barrier to entry is lower than ever, but what will stand out is originality and strong, distinct voices.

Audio, in particular, is going to keep growing—not just as podcasts, but as fully immersive storytelling experiences. There’s a real appetite for narrative audio that feels cinematic, character-driven, and emotionally engaging. I think we’ll also see more crossover between mediums—audio series becoming TV shows, films, books, and live experiences.

At the same time, audiences are getting more intentional. People want stories that feel authentic, inclusive, and worth their time. That means creators who are willing to take risks, tell personal stories, and build genuine connections with their audience will rise above the noise.

For me, that’s the exciting part—it’s less about fitting into a mold and more about carving out your own lane. The future feels wide open for storytellers who are willing to be bold, a little unconventional, and deeply human in what they create.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://linktr.ee/TreeWhisperer
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cat.miggs