New foam walls, same chaos. In Episode 11, Carrin and Kylei break down their janky studio upgrades, Big Richard concert adventures, sketchy tow truck drama, and the ongoing beige vs. bold-color standoff ...spoiler: Carrin’s Team Beige, Kylei’s Team Maximalist. They also get real about grief, boundaries, and why being an adult feels like managing one minor crisis after another. It’s messy, it’s honest, it’s dangerously relatable — and it’s exactly why you keep coming back.

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We made it to double digits, baby! In this milestone episode, we talk about why we skipped a week...spoiler alert: burnout hit hard. Carrin and Kylei get real about the emotional overload of trying to do it all, the ADHD struggle bus, and what it feels like to show up for things you love when you’re running on empty. We dive into the messiness of mental health, friendship dynamics, and the importance of protecting your energy (even if it means telling your group chat to shove it). There’s also tabbouleh, fraud alerts, and something called meat circles. .Welcome to Episode 10.

In this episode, Kylei and Carrin definitely had a plan… until they didn’t. What started as a gender-affirming haircut spotlight quickly spirals into a full-blown ramblefest featuring macarons, fantasy book obsessions, e-bike speed scares, and unsolicited opinions about Ariana Grande in Wicked.

We touch on safe spaces (because duh), the absurdity of “warm gray” bike colors, adulting fails, and why we’ll fake phone calls to avoid awkward small talk. Also: shoutouts to supportive brothers, sober pals, and all the sweet humans who make this weird world feel a little kinder.

Basically, if you came here for structure...you won’t find it. But you will find vibes.

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In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, Carrin and Kylei take you inside the Green Room Public House in Madison, WI~ a dream come true for their dear friends John and Teresa Marie Hardy. They sit down with Teresa to talk about the incredible energy of this new space, the legacy of Up North, and the creative community that brought the Green Room to life with serious love and elbow grease.

Teresa opens up about performing in the Respect: Women in Music showcase, what it's like to hit notes you didn’t know you had, and shares a powerful story of her journey to sobriety — celebrating 12 years alcohol-free. She reflects on the small gestures that made a big impact during her transition, and why creating safe, inclusive spaces for everyone (mocktails and all) is part of her mission.

Expect laughter, a little mischief (hello, feet pics and bad spray tans), and some real talk about healing, friendship, and building spaces from the heart.

Also mentioned: the People Brothers Band, barn sessions at Driftless Music Gardens, Taco Bell runs at 2am, and the power of a well-timed thumbs up.

Come for the vibes, stay for the pull tabs, and maybe leave with a selfie or two.

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In this episode of Opes and Dreams, we attempt our first-ever remote recording (fancy, right?), and somehow it actually works! Kylei reports live from St. Louis, sharing tales of zoo trips, surprise arch sightings, and her questionable vacation weather optimism. Meanwhile, we reflect on eight years of friendship, our unintentional Tim fan club, and the absolute necessity of gassing up your besties.

Also on the agenda: Gardening goals we may or may not follow through on . The wild backstories of our rescue pets (one of us almost ended up with a giant pig) The Path to Progress step challenge- aka forcing ourselves to move so we can profit off of quitters. Birthday shoutouts, baseball superiority, and a failed attempt at keeping dried flowers from becoming a full-blown personality trait

Plus, a few strong opinions on SeaWorld, surprise parties, and why we are definitely going to become TikTok famous (Kylei is thrilled).

Hit play, show us some love, and if you really want to fuel our nonsense, buy us a coffee!

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Live music is supposed to be fun… so why are we sobbing? This week, we unpack the unexpected emotions of concerts, the struggle of festival season exhaustion, and our (Carrin's mostly) ongoing campaign to make shows end at a reasonable hour (because we need our beauty sleep). Plus, work-life chaos, travel dreams, and why unplugging is sometimes the best self-care.

#OpesAndDreams #PhishFeels #FestivalFatigue #NormalizeEarlyConcerts #CryingInPublic

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In this episode of Ope’s and Dreams Podcast, we dive into part two of our series on women’s health, covering everything from endometriosis and postpartum depression to the realities of perimenopause and menopause. Our candid conversation includes personal experiences, medical insights, and a discussion on the importance of mammograms. We also celebrate Carrin’s five years of sobriety and explore the impact of alcohol on women’s health.

Plus, we welcome a special guest—spawn of the pod, DeVere—who stops by to share a surprising animal fact: cheetahs don’t roar, they squeak! Who knew? We also share a few laughs about parenting moments, our love for Trey Anastasio, and our excitement for festival season.

Tune in for a mix of valuable health insights, personal stories, and plenty of laughs!

Links from Episode:

Halle Berry's ReSpin- https://www.re-spin.com/

Great instagrams to follow:

@drjudithjoseph

@perimenopause.pharmacist

@drfrancescaleblanc

@permimenopause.nutritionist

In this two-part series of Opes & Dreams, we’re diving deep into women’s health- starting with periods, menstrual myths, and the realities of living with cycles. From first-period horror stories to blood clots the size of Texas, we’re normalizing the conversation with humor and honesty. We also touch on birth control experiences, natural remedies, and why everyone—including men—should care about this topic.

Trigger warning: This episode includes discussions about abortion.

Grab a cup of tea (or a heating pad) and join us for Part 1 of this important conversation. Stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll dive into menopause, mammograms, and more! #BeAManAndLearnAboutMenopause

In this episode, Carrin and Kylei are back with improved audio (finally!) and lots of laughs. We unwrap a surprise gift, reminisce about awkward childhood nicknames, and discuss the art of Midwest quirks, including the infamous cow pie throwing tradition. Later, we welcome a very special guest for a conversation about travel dreams, favorite destinations, and the ultimate bucket list adventures. Plus, we share tips on traveling with kids and the joys (and struggles) of air travel. Tune in for a fun chat filled with Midwest charm, inside jokes, and playful banter.

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We are back with more laughs, life lessons, and a touch of ridiculousness. In this episode, we dive into the humbling realities of parenting (including a fabricated playground brawl), the wild world of fake cancer scams, and Carrin's love for dragons- because, honestly, why can’t we all have a pet dragon? Plus, we open up about our journeys with sobriety, sharing raw, real, and inspiring insights on life beyond the booze. Tune in and let’s get into it!

Follow Opes and Dreams on social media and join the conversation! And If you love our podcast and want to help us grow, consider making a donation. Your support allows us to improve our content, upgrade our equipment, and keep bringing you real conversations. Every little bit helps, and we appreciate you more than you know! Thanks for being part of this journey with us!

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