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The Dean's List w/ Alison Dean

The Dean's List w/ Alison Dean

Written by: Alison Dean
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Welcome to The Dean’s List — a vibrant journey into the art of building well.

Through intimate conversations with entrepreneurs, artists, and innovators, we explore how values, vision, and vitality come together to shape meaningful lives and soulful businesses. From nurturing your inner world to designing systems that support your purpose, this show invites you to rethink what success, sustainability, and self-care really look like.

If you're building something—whether it's a company, a community, or a new chapter—you’ll find wisdom, wit, and resonance here.

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Episodes
  • Creativity Is Survival? Taiga Bentley on Motherhood, Color, and Building a Movement
    Nov 11 2025

    “Creativity is survival—and color is medicine.”
    Alison Dean and artist Taiga Bentley explore how motherhood, artistry, and community can transform wellness, purpose, and business.

    In this vibrant conversation, Taiga shares how she turned a single baby quilt into a thriving creative business, navigated imposter syndrome, and built a community rooted in beauty, play, and purpose.

    If you’ve ever wondered how to balance entrepreneurship, creativity, and family—or how to use art to nurture your wellbeing—this episode will inspire you to live and build in full color.

    #TheDeansListPodcast #HouseOfTaiga #CreativeMotherhood #ColorTherapy #BuildingWell #momswhocreate #artaswellness #womeninbusiness #intentionalliving #creativecommunity

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Sebastien Lagree: From $0 to 1,100 Studios — Building a Global Fitness Phenomenon
    Oct 28 2025

    Sebastien Lagree, creator of the world-renowned Lagree Method, joins host Alison Dean on The Dean’s List to share how his low-impact, high-intensity workout revolutionized strength training and wellness across 60+ countries.

    In this episode, Sebastien opens up about his journey from aspiring actor to global fitness entrepreneur—and the mindset that turned risk into innovation. You’ll hear how he built a movement that’s transformed how we move, think, and feel about strength.

    In this episode:
    • The evolution of the Lagree Method and its unique approach to fitness
    • Building a brand with passion, persistence, and innovation
    • How mind-body-spirit integration drives lasting wellness
    • Lessons on risk, self-trust, and redefining success

    Whether you’re a fitness professional, wellness enthusiast, or an entrepreneur looking for inspiration, this conversation will move you—in more ways than one.

    Follow The Dean’s List for more stories at the intersection of entrepreneurship, wellness, and building well.

    Meta description: Sebastien Lagree shares how the Lagree Method revolutionized strength and wellness—plus the mindset behind building a global fitness movement.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Fermenting Success: How Local Culture Blends Gut Health, Sustainability & Family Values
    Oct 14 2025

    Cristina and Chris of Local Culture Ferments share their journey from farmers markets to national shelves—and what it really takes to grow a sustainable, gut-health brand with integrity.

    In this episode of The Dean’s List, host Alison Dean dives into how the couple built a fermentation-focused food company rooted in transparency, wellness, and family values. Expect candid lessons on entrepreneurship, scaling, ethical sourcing, and staying true to your mission (even when it’s hard).

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    Full episode + resources → www.officialdeanslist.com

    Whether you’re a founder, foodie, or wellness seeker, this story will leave you inspired to build—and live—well.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
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