WELCOME TO INHERENT DREAM…
YOU DON’T NEED PERMISSION TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS!
THE WORLD CAN BE A DARK PLACE, SO REMEMBER TO BE A LIGHT!
In 2015, I “unofficially” started Inherent Dream, a world dedicated to artistic exploration. But what does that mean?
I have always loved multiple forms of art and expression… music, podcasts, radio, photography, paintings, books, films, etc. I’ve always had an appreciation for individuals that don’t settle to be put into one artistic/creative box. Someone who inspires me is Tom Delonge. He is from the band Blink-182 and Angels and Airwaves. Not only have I enjoyed the music he has created throughout his career, I have respect for him because he has passions in a variety of subjects. Not only has the dude had #1 albums, he has also directed films, written books, produced TV shows and also has chased UFO’s (seriously, look it up). Now I might not ever sell 25 million records like Delonge, but the point is this… Inherent Dream will never be put into one box. We will never be known for just one thing, because at the end of the day, we have multiple passions and want to explore all the things we find interesting. In fact, Delonge might have said it best. In an interview one time he said, “I really want to do things that I have no business in doing.”
So after running with Inherent Dream as a “side hustle” for seven years, I quit my day job and Inherent Dream became “official” in November of 2022. Inherent Dream is home to The Inherent Dream Podcast Network, which features 763 The Local Morning Show and The Trevor J. Brown Show. It is also home to Inherent Dream Records, art, photography, books and film. Inherent Dream is more than four walls, familiar zip codes and central Minnesota. I may have no business in doing more podcasts and producing more music. I may have no business in doing an audio book series or producing a major motion picture. But I am going to do it anyway. And through the production of these projects, will continue to tell others that YOU DON’T NEED PERMISSION TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS!
Trevor J. Brown
Founder & CEO
the history…
In the spring of 2015, Trevor J. Brown wanted to create something to house all of his artistic loves. With a passion to explore mixed media and the arts, including radio and podcasts, music, art, photography, books, tv and film. After much thought and indecision on what to call the endeavor, Inherent Dream was “unofficially” born. Brown launched this website on September 1st of 2015 and he also hosted his very first podcast. The podcast, at the time, was named Another Round with Trevor Brown. Since 2015, the podcast itself has seen some name changes, format changes and much evolution.
From September 2015 to October 22nd 2022, Inherent Dream was only a side-hustle. Brown still worked a variety of “day jobs” including working for a variety of radio stations in the Twin Cities, working in the advertising/marketing industry, being a recruiter for a local staffing agency and eventually managing an office for that staffing agency. It took many years for Brown to realize that he didn’t enjoy managing people and that those jobs were not his passion. His dream was to own his own company.
From September 2015 to October 22nd of 2022, INHERENTDREAM.COM hosted various photography and art exhibits, the podcast saw organic growth and Inherent Dream Records was established and released a variety of musical projects.
After much thought, prayer and a spiritual experience in South Dakota, Trevor decided to make the leap and take Inherent Dream from a side-hustle to his main-hustle. The answer was in front of him the whole time, so on October 26th 2022, Inherent Dream became official. Brown quit his day job and on November 11th 2022, Brown officially started working for himself. During the final months of 2022, Brown established The Inherent Dream Podcast Network, which would not only be home to his original program, now called The Trevor J. Brown Show, but also a new morning show called 763 The Local Morning Show. Initial investors and advertisers were secured, partnerships formed and plenty of excitement was brewing.
From 2023 - 2025, Brown hosted both The Trevor J. Brown Show and 763 The Local Morning Show podcasts. In addition to the podcasts, Inherent Dream Records produced and released a variety of projects. Trevor also lent his talents as an emcee for some events in central Minnesota and he started offering some presentations on musical acts. These presentations were offered in partnership with different senior living facilities, cities and community education organizations.
the rules…
Inspired by “The Nike Rules/Principles”, Inherent Dream set out and crafted a set of rules/principles as well, however the rules for Inherent Dream will evolve year-to-year. Some of the rules/principles will remain the same from year-to-year, while some new things may be added. FYI, the number nine is a lucky number for us.
THE ORIGINAL RULES
I can do all things through Christ
Gather strong council… surround yourself with people smarter than you, but you make the final decisions
This isn’t business as usual
Because I say so isn’t a valid reason
You wouldn’t have opposition if there were not something AMAZING in your future
You will not please everybody
You must EVOLVE. What got you here will not get you to next level
Every setback is a setup for a comeback
The wealthiest places are the cemeteries… There buried in the ground are businesses that were never formed, books never written, songs never sung, dreams that never came to life, potential that was never realized.
2024 RULES
J.C
You don’t need permission
Do things you have no business in doing. Take a chance.
AUTHENTIC EVOLVER
Listen! God gave you two ears and one mouth for a reason
Don’t blame Steve
Every second counts
Gather strong council… surround yourself with people smarter than you, but you make the final decisions
LET IT RIP!
2025 RULES
Watch out for false prophets
You don’t need permission
Do things you have no business in doing. Take a chance.
Progress. Not perfection.
Gather strong council… surround yourself with people smarter than you, but you make the final decisions
Every second counts
Authenticity is key
Have fun. Smile. More Yacht rock.
ALL IN. ALL THE DAMN TIME.