Dream, Anyway

Send us Fan Mail 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 ev...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 o...

Send us Fan Mail 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 hersel...

Send us Fan Mail 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. Tsthesolution.com ____...

Send us Fan Mail 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 wit...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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. lightalamp.org ____________________ Host Hara Allison won first place in the 2022 International Positive Change P...

Send us Fan Mail 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. deepcree...

Send us Fan Mail 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, Stephani...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 leav...

Send us Fan Mail 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 strugg...

Send us Fan Mail 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. https://substack.com/@dahveedbullis _____________...

Send us Fan Mail 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 literall...

Send us Fan Mail 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 p...

Send us Fan Mail 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. ____________________ Host Hara Allison won first place in the 2022 International Positive Change Podcast Awards and was a nominee...