We BACK! Season 2 is here with more stories of life mishaps, Summer fun, and big news! Carrin opens up about a career change, and Kylei gushes about her fangirling at festivals. We learn what it sounds like to live in a city with fighter jets and look forward to the nice quiet Fall. Did you miss us? We sure missed you. So settle in, turn up the volume and catch that sweet sweet jet fuel in your ear holes.

Closing out Season 1, Carrin and Kylei sink down into the grass as they recap the start to the summer, the festivals to come, and some enlightening moments. Kylei has an experience at the salon and Carrin finds herself back in nature. If these leaves could talk, they would tell the same stories you'll hear in this episode. Enjoy!

Lacy's Cafe is our studio this week as Carrin and Kylei learn about how local entrepreneur Lacy Rude got her start and how she keeps finding the motivation to do more. Like-minded women relating to each other and laughing along the way, plus cold brew float?? We're in!

Carrin & Kylei are back from the festival and ready to tell you all about it. The do's and dont's of crowd etiquette, the healing properties of Driftless Music Gardens, and much more! Tune in for this rejuvenating episode. Don't forget your sunscreen!

When life hands you a rotten lemon, do you still try to make the juice? This week, Carrin and Kylei do some active talk-therapy while patiently waiting to eat some tacos. Things get heavy, but they manage to lift your spirits and allow you to laugh between the bouts of crying. Grab the tissues, and get your fire sauce, we’re going deep y’all.TRIGGER WARNING: this episode contains references to self-harm, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Viewer discretion is advised.

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Sweet 16th episode is coming in hot with a gas station rescue, a satisfying moment for independent women and important tips for your bougie- on- a- budget camping experience. Carrin and Kylei get real with offensive social behavior and offer up their must-haves for camping. Get your notepad out and settle in.

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This episode is a whole mix of real life lately: weird weather, old injuries, mild existential crises, and the ongoing saga of Carrin’s patio cushion drama. We talk about being perfectionists (even when we know better), holding onto clothes for way too long, and that fine line between doing it all and doing nothing.

We also share some funny stories from Devere’s night market, a wild moment at a burlesque show, and a deep dive into our shared love of trash TV (hello Real World Austin). Plus, a few listener shoutouts, upcoming festival panic, and a quick check-in about maybe taking a little summer break (or not).

It's very much an episode about being in it—with the weather, with your brain, with whatever chaos is showing up this week. Thanks for being here with us. As always, if you love the show and want to help keep it going: buymeacoffee.com/opesanddreamspodcast

Carolyn Adkins of Schnitzel Bear Studios joins us to talk all things gig posters, screen printing, and building a creative business rooted in live music. From festival favorites like Driftless Music Gardens to tour art for bands like Spafford and Armchair Boogie, Carolyn shares how she brings music to life through visual storytelling. A must-listen for art lovers, music fans, and anyone chasing a creative dream.

Carrin and Kylei explore the oddly satisfying moments that make life better- like watching ant colonies, falling down ASMR rabbit holes, spotting vintage lamp posts, and chasing the perfect haircut. They talk about navigating birthdays (and the pressure we put on them), using ChatGPT to win at adulting, and learning to let go of caring what others think. It’s real conversation, lots of laughs, and the kind of offbeat observations that make this show a favorite.

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We made it to episode 12 somehow, and this one’s a mix of random thoughts, weird stories, and a little heart. We talk about wanting crow costumes, why SkyZone is a germ pit, and how trampolines used to be fun before our backs gave out. There's also some love for Driftless Music Gardens, sober life shifts, childhood chaos, and the complicated art of being social when you’d rather not be. Bonus points if you make it to the part about death by suitcase.

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