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Theatrical costume designer Patty Garegnani opens up about finding belonging in theater, winning Spokane Arts’ Imagination Award, and learning to call herself an artist. She opens up about finding home in theater, healing family wounds, and daring to believe she’s enough—all while stitching together a life led by imagination.

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Host Hara Allison won first place in the 2022 International Positive Change Podcast Awards and was a nominee in the 2023 and 2024 Publisher Podcast Awards and in the 18th Annual People’s Choice Podcast...

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Artist, writer, and community force Karen Mobley has built a life around creativity—from poetry and painting to art consulting and teaching. She opens up about facing cancer, living with a birth defect, and finding meaning in art, purpose, and connection. Karen’s honesty about vulnerability, self-advocacy, and aging is both grounding and inspiring, reminding us that creativity and courage can coexist—beautifully.

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Host Hara Allison won first place in the 2022 International Positive Change Podcast Awards and was a nominee in the 2023 and 20...

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Author and “High Priestess of Pleasure,” Sherry Jones, shares a bold conversation about sensuality, self-love, and empowerment. From her years in Paris to her journey into sacred sexuality and coaching, she reveals how she helps women rediscover their bodies, heal shame, and embrace pleasure as a source of creative power. Sherry also dives into books, boundaries, breathwork, and the freedom that comes from loving yourself—exactly as you are.

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After serving five years in federal prison, Robert Henry rebuilt his life from the ground up—becoming an author, keynote speaker, and performance coach helping others design lives they love. In this powerful conversation, Robert shares how personal responsibility, mindset, and the willingness to change transformed his story from crime to contribution.

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Host Hara Allison won first place in the 2022 International Positive Change Podcast Awards and was a nominee in the 2023 and 2024 Publisher Podcast Awards and in the 18th Annual People’s Choi...

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Photographer and filmmaker Don Hamilton reflects on a lifetime of creativity—from his early days in theater to founding Hamilton Studio and transforming it into a Listening Room. He shares stories of acting in Benny & Joon, photographing people with authenticity, and the importance of building community through art, theater, and music—all while staying curious and inspired after decades in the craft.

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Host Hara Allison won first place in the 2022 International Positive Change Podcast Awards and was a nominee in the 2023 and 2024 Publisher Podcast Awards and...

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Army veteran Kent Briley reflects on 23 years of service, decades of drinking, and his journey to sobriety, self-discovery, and inner child healing. He shares how boundaries, love, and letting go shaped his path, and why living in alignment with our true selves creates ripple effects of growth, connection, and compassion.

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Host Hara Allison won first place in the 2022 International Positive Change Podcast Awards and was a nominee in the 2023 and 2024 Publisher Podcast Awards and in the 18th Annual People’s Choice Podcast Awards. She was also a 2024 Spokane Women of...

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Actor, writer, and creative Katie Preston shares how she redefined success by stepping away from audition grind culture and choosing projects that truly inspire her. From her years in Boise and LA working as an actor, food stylist, and producer, to building a new life and creative community in Spokane, Katie reflects on the freedom of creating your own projects, embracing change, and granting yourself permission to pursue what truly lights you up.

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Jeremy Whittington, longtime Spokane creative, shares his journey from theater and design to his next big leap: opening a boutique four-plex cinema and wine bar in Liberty Lake. He talks about the power of saying yes to opportunities, how sobriety and loss shaped his perspective, and why leaning into excitement instead of fear has guided his career. From living in a storage closet while pursuing art, to leading Spokane Arts, to designing sets and community spaces, Jeremy reflects on resilience, creativity, and leaving a legacy of inclusion and uplift.

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Katy Purviance is the founder of the Spokane Learning Co-op—the only outdoor, self-directed education center in Washington State. She shares her journey from teaching in schools around the world to creating a space where children learn through freedom, curiosity, and community. Katy explores the role of play and choice in real learning, and how practices like sociocracy empower even the youngest voices. She also reflects on her turning point at Harvard, the inspiration she found in educator John Taylor Gatto, and her bold vision to revolutionize education.

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Multimedia visual artist Shantell Jackson opens up about aging, vulnerability, and the power of honesty, while celebrating art as a practice that heals, connects and liberates. From painting, digital design, and mark-making to building a movement she calls Art Saves, Shantell shares how art has carried her through challenges, sparked joy, and inspired others to create without fear of the outcome. 

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Multi-talented artist Janae Frazier is a creator who refuses to be boxed into one medium. From photography and poetry to aerial dance and dreams of filmmaking, Janae embodies what it means to follow curiosity wherever it leads.

We talk about art as a lifeline, navigating anxiety and self-discovery, and how moving from Las Vegas to Spokane opened space for her to redefine herself outside of her bubble. Janae shares how rejection shaped (but never stopped) her pursuit of art, what it means to claim the title “artist,” and why she...

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Angela Eve Schutz, a Spokane-based PR and social media professional shares about her unexpected divorce and how it launched her into an entirely new life and career. She shares how she went from a stay-at-home mom to local business owner, community builder, and trusted consultant—by “borrowing truth” from the friends and mentors who saw her potential before she could see it herself. She opens up about healing, resilience, and the power of connection, offering wisdom for anyone navigating change, chasing a dream, or starting over when the canvas suddenly feels blank.

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In this soulful and candid episode, hip-hop artist and creative entrepreneur T.S The Solution explores what it means to evolve, let go, and still dream anyway. From building and releasing his dream recording studio, to navigating fatherhood and a flourishing music career, T.S shares hard-won wisdom about burnout, self-awareness, legacy, and embracing change.

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Sarah Gabrielle shares her winding journey from childhood dreams of fame to becoming a speaker, coach, and community builder dedicated to helping others live their best lives. She opens up about overcoming self-doubt, embracing reinvention, and learning to give herself permission to want more—more impact, more connection, more joy. From letting go of perfection to reconnecting with purpose, Sarah reminds us that evolution is the point—and your dream is part of your story.

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Anna Marie Martin shares her journey from addiction to sobriety, and how the path to healing helped her mend relationships, embrace creativity, and reclaim joy. She talks about the discomfort of early recovery and the power of community (especially in AA). From theology to improv, motherhood to collage art, Anna reminds us that it’s never too late to pick up what we’ve put down—or to become who we were always meant to be.

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Angella Southerly shares how her nonprofit, Light a Lamp, brings mental health support, hope, and healing to Eastern Washington—from school suicide prevention programs to personalized gift baskets for those facing grief or illness—proving the quiet power of compassion.

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Host Hara Allison won first place in the 2022 International Positive Change Podcast Awards and was a nominee in the 2023 and 2024 Publisher Podcast Awards and in the 18th Annual People’s Choice Podcast Awards. She was also a 2024 Spokane Women of Achievement nominee for the Arts and a...

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Caleb Stapp has worn many hats—pastor, politician, newspaper ad rep, and now independent financial advisor. We talk about the messy pivots, the power of desperation, and why talking about money is so dang hard (but so necessary). Caleb shares how shame, faith, and family shaped his path from living below the poverty line to building a life of purpose, freedom, and impact.

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Stephaine Courtney, Executive Director of the Shades of Motherhood Network, shares her raw and transformative journey through infertility, loss, and identity—and how those struggles lit the fire behind her community-centered mission. From her first encounter with the word “doula” to founding a nonprofit that uplifts maternal health through peer support, art, and advocacy, Stephanie’s story is a testament to turning personal pain into collective healing.

She speaks candidly about grief, shame, strong-woman myths, environmental health, and building a village where healing, culture, and care lead the way.

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Tammy Rose—aka muthawulf—shares her bold journey of self-reinvention after 50. A former full-time mom of five, Tammy chose to rediscover the girl she left behind—embracing modeling, content creation, piercings, tattoos, and her wild spirit. We talk about breaking free from societal expectations, parenting while evolving, healing generational wounds, and learning to love yourself out loud. This conversation is raw, powerful, and full of truth for anyone wondering, “Is it too late?”

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Fine artist Christina Deubel shares how she makes a living with her art by staying curious, playful, and deeply connected to her purpose. From finger painting with acrylics to experimenting with natural pigments and prehistoric minerals, Christina’s journey is full of grit, joy, and the occasional femur collapse. We talk about crying (and hating it), chasing ideas before they leave you for someone else, and why playing might just be the most serious thing you can do.

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Josh Hissong, co-founder of HDG Architecture and Nudo Ramen, joins me to talk about designing a dream life—literally. From managing restaurants to designing them, from battling addiction to building community, Josh’s journey is one of grit, growth, and second chances. We talk about the beauty of failing forward, the power of choosing discomfort over regret, and how his past struggles fuel his present success. 

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From childhood poverty and personal grief to leadership in Spokane’s arts scene, Dahveed Bullis’ story is a beautiful reminder that you’re never too broken to build, too late to grow, or too stuck to dream again. We talk imposter syndrome, inclusion, legacy, and why being bold—especially when life’s been hard—can change everything.

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Host Hara Allison won first place in the 2022 International Positive Change Podcast Awards and was a nominee in the 2023 and 2024 Publisher Podcast Awards and in the 18th Annual Pe...

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Shweta “Cricket” Green blends storytelling, fashion, and purpose in this inspiring episode. From costume design to launching a nonprofit, Sew She Can, that teaches textile skills to women. We dive into the beauty of following imperfect paths, how doubt can fuel creativity, and the magic that happens when diverse communities come together through a shared thread (sometimes literally). 

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Host Hara Allison won first place in the 2022 International Positive Change Podcast Awards and was a nominee in the 2023 and 2024 Publisher Podcast Awards and in th...

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In this inspiring debut episode of Dream, Anyway, Hara Allison sits down with model, BTS video producer, and future realtor Annie Wonderland. With humor, heart, and refreshing honesty, Annie shares her unexpected journey from growing up on a farm to walking in confidence on set. From navigating grief and nerve damage to rebuilding her self-worth one sticky note at a time, Annie proves that self-love isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being real.

She opens up about the modeling moment that sparked it all (hint: it involved jelly beans and bo...

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Hosted by Hara Allison, this podcast features conversations with artists, makers, and visionaries who show up, even when the path is uncertain — because the call to create is stronger than doubt.

Dream, Anyway is recorded at Dream Studio in Spokane, WA.

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Host Hara Allison won first place in the 2022 International Positive Change Podcast Awards and was a nominee in the 2023 and 2024 Publisher Podcast Awards and in the 18th Annual People’s Choice Podcast Awards. She was also a 2024 Spokane Women of Achievement nominee for the Arts and a fi...