Dash Diaries

On this episode of The Dash Diaries we sit down with Sara Funk, owner of Mud/Char Coffee + Fare, to hear the real story behind running a bustling neighborhood spot. Sara shares hard-won lessons in leadership, resilience, and community-building from life behind the counter and how those same principles shape her day-to-day as a mom of five. Warm, candid, and practical, this conversation explores wo...

The Sparkle Behind Dash of Dust Studio In this very special premier episode of Dash Diaries, we turn the spotlight inward as Julie and Tania share the origin story of Dash of Dust Studio itself. From the first spark of inspiration to the whimsical world it’s become, you’ll hear how a dream of creativity, play, and community transformed into a space where little ones and families come to imagine, e...

Welcome to The Dash Diaries - a podcast where magic meets hustle. Hosted by Julie Peterson + Tania Forsman, we dive into the origin stories of local creatives, dreamers, doers, and small business owners. From the first spark of an idea to the wild ride of building something beautiful, each episode is a peek behind the curtain of passion, purpose, and grit. Whether you're a dreamer yourself or...