Opes and Dreams™ Podcast

Carrin & Kylei
  • 5.0 (5)
  • Comedy
  • Updated Weekly

Welcome to Opes and Dreams™. A podcast following Midwestern natives, Carrin and Kylei as they navigate alcohol-free living in Wisconsin. A fun, unfiltered, and thought-provoking dive into real conversations about life, growth, and sharing their experiences. These two besties have had their fair share of Opes, and they find humor and humble moments that come with becoming alcohol-free, living in a city with a vibrant and thriving live music scene. With 13+ years of sobriety between them, they share and explore everything from mental health and self-discovery, to movement, music, and community. Expect honest discussions, laughter, and maybe a little chaos as we navigate the Opes and Dreams of life with authenticity and curiosity. If you’re looking for inspiration, relatable stories, or just a good time, you’re in the right place. If you're sober, sober-curious, or wondering what it's like, subscribe, hit the notification bell, and join us for deep chats, big laughs, and all the things that make our collective Opes and Dreams weirdly wonderful and alcohol free. 🎙️ New episodes every-other week! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @opesanddreamspodcast 💌 Want to connect? Email us at opesanddreamspod@gmail.com RSSVERIFY

  1. New Year, New Liver!

    Jan 6

    New Year, New Liver!

    This week Carrin and Kylei talk about the liver and what we can do to allow it to function at its best. Spoiler alert, it's stop drinking alcohol. Topics/rants include: What does sober community look like for men? They aren't going to coffee shops and yoga retreats to form a community or bond with each other, so what do they do? An orange shot of turmeric isn't going to cure your liver or repair any damage. It may help stop further damage from happening, but not if you're still drinking alcohol and eating fatty foods. A local rehab facility closed down and the hosts talk about the ripple effect of that on the emergency rooms in the area. NA Beverages sampled in today's episode: Curious Elixirs #2 on ice. Support this podcast by donating at www.buymeacoffee.com/opesanddreamspodcast Follow us @opesanddreams on social media

    39 min
  2. No AlcoHoHoHol For Christmas

    12/23/2025

    No AlcoHoHoHol For Christmas

    This week Carrin and Kylei share some tips on navigating the holiday season in sobriety. The hosts acknowledge a variety of scenarios, stages of sobriety, potential social and familial dynamics one may encounter, and all the festivities that this time of year can bring. While going to events and parties to celebrate may be your style, others may enjoy staying home, and some may need that quiet rest and alone time to get through. Whatever you need to do to find your joy during the holidays, make it happen! Make a plan, grab your festive sweater and enjoy! Happy Holidays, from Opes and Dreams Podcast. NA Beverages tasted in this episode: Athletic Brewing Co Apricot Acres Follow Opes and Dreams Podcast on Social Media @opesanddreamspodcast Donate to Opes and Dreams at www.buymeacoffee.com/opesanddreamspodcast

    44 min

  3. 12/09/2025

    "If Being Sober Wasn't Fun, I Wouldn't Be Sober. Period."

    This week, special guest Kristi Tanner, known as @mocktailmommy, shares her inspiring journey from alcohol addiction to sobriety and her mission to create a supportive community for those in recovery. As a single mother of four, Kristi discusses how her reliance on alcohol led to a turning point in her life. She emphasizes the importance of open conversations about alcohol with children and the transformative impact of sobriety on her parenting. Kristi also talks about her store, Sober Social, a space dedicated to non-alcoholic beverages and community engagement, and her future plans to expand this vision. The conversation highlights the significance of connections in sobriety and the fun and fulfilling aspects of living alcohol-free. Kristi is a breath of fresh air and will infect you with her inspiration. What does the future hold for Kristi? We are all along on this ride to find out! Follow Kristi on Instagram @mocktailmommy and Wisconsin's first and only brick & mortar N/A bottle shop @sobersocialshop Sober Social is located in Middleton, WI

    53 min
  4. You Should Be Your Favorite

    11/25/2025

    You Should Be Your Favorite

    Sleeping therapists, pumpkin NA beer, and Neurological Science fill this episode with insight and humor. Kylei shares some client stories and Carrin tells us some cool things she's been learning in her Transformative Sober Coach program. The ladies taste a new to them NA beer, and "unpack" some untherapeutic therapy. Grab your cozy blanket and your favorite mocktail, Opes and Dreams is here for you! NA Beverage featured on today's episode: F*ckin Pumpkin by Go Brewing in Naperville, IL https://gobrewing.com/ Follow Opes & Dreams on social media @opesanddreamspodcast

    50 min
  5. Opes & Danny Frank!

    11/11/2025

    Opes & Danny Frank!

    Today on Opes and Dreams, hosts Kylei and Carrin share personal updates about their journeys, including Carrin's new role as an alcohol-free coach. They discuss the challenges of navigating family dynamics while undergoing personal transformations. The episode also features a special guest, Danny Frank, of Duluth, Minnesota. Danny shares how deciding to be alcohol free 3 years ago has made a positive impact on his life and his livelihood. As a musician, he and his band Danny Frank & The Smoky Gold play much of the midwest and he answers all of their curios questions about how that lifestyle has changed. Coping strategies, community, and a concert top off this one of a kind episode. Get your cozy socks on and your favorite mocktail and cheers to living alcohol free! Danny Frank & The Smoky Gold: https://dannyfrankmusic.bandcamp.com/album/live-from-the-heart?brid=FSczAge4IZmm1_t3uBetaA @dfsmokygold NA Beverages featured in this episode: Athletic Brewery Free Wave Hazy IPA / Curious Elixirs: #9 Rosy Rose & Fizzy Lifting Lime

    49 min
  6. Embracing The Rebrand: AF

    10/28/2025

    Embracing The Rebrand: AF

    Surprise! We are Re-Branding! In this episode, we discuss the evolution of the podcast towards a focus on alcohol-free living. We share personal experiences with sobriety, the rise of non-alcoholic beverages, and the importance of community and family in Sober Living journeys. The conversation highlights the positive impacts of sobriety on daily life and the joy of exploring new activities without alcohol. Carrin and Kylei are so grateful to our listeners so far, thanks for being here! Music by: The People Brothers Band Unaffiliated Brand Mentions: Surly Brewing Co., Pabst Blue Ribbon, Guinness.

    43 min
  7. Exploits, Ed Gein, & Etiquette

    10/14/2025

    Exploits, Ed Gein, & Etiquette

    In this episode of the Opes and Dreams, Carrin and Kylei discuss a variety of topics ranging from personal updates and career growth to pop culture phenomena like Taylor Swift and Ed Gein. They delve into their interests in holistic life coaching, and reflect on their childhood mischiefs. The conversation also touches on community concerns regarding missing persons and the etiquette of parking lots. Setting the bar high for standards between serial killers and fast food, let them know which ones are your favorite!

    40 min
  8. It's Hiking, It's Distracted, It's Opes!

    09/30/2025

    It's Hiking, It's Distracted, It's Opes!

    In this episode, Kylei and Carrin take it to their roots, literally. Join them (along with DeVere) as they stroll through the woods and discuss various topics. Touching on community standards and how they can contradict for profit, as well as some funny moments from their weekends. There's a parade, there's a sleepover, there's an online breakup! We have it all here at Opes and Dreams, thanks for listening.

    34 min
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Welcome to Opes and Dreams™. A podcast following Midwestern natives, Carrin and Kylei as they navigate alcohol-free living in Wisconsin. A fun, unfiltered, and thought-provoking dive into real conversations about life, growth, and sharing their experiences. These two besties have had their fair share of Opes, and they find humor and humble moments that come with becoming alcohol-free, living in a city with a vibrant and thriving live music scene. With 13+ years of sobriety between them, they share and explore everything from mental health and self-discovery, to movement, music, and community. Expect honest discussions, laughter, and maybe a little chaos as we navigate the Opes and Dreams of life with authenticity and curiosity. If you’re looking for inspiration, relatable stories, or just a good time, you’re in the right place. If you're sober, sober-curious, or wondering what it's like, subscribe, hit the notification bell, and join us for deep chats, big laughs, and all the things that make our collective Opes and Dreams weirdly wonderful and alcohol free. 🎙️ New episodes every-other week! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @opesanddreamspodcast 💌 Want to connect? Email us at opesanddreamspod@gmail.com RSSVERIFY

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