Nicole Chilton in the studio with Tom Carlson to record an episode for "In Our Town." (Photo by Shannon Cay)

Episode description: In addition to exploring common dream symbols and using dreams as a problem solving tool, Nicole Chilton discusses her first book “How Dreams Speak,” as well as the process for getting a book published.


About the podcast: In Our Town is a podcast about Springfield, Mo. issues and leaders, hosted by Tom Carlson, publisher and founder of the Hauxeda.

About the host: Tom Carlson is the publisher and founder of the Hauxeda. An attorney and real estate developer who specializes in affordable housing, Tom was the longest-serving mayor of Springfield, serving 14 years over seven non-consecutive terms between 1988 and 2009.