Real Feel Insights
Hosted by Sarah Bachmann, this podcast is all about real people, real stories, and the real insights that come from life's highs and lows. From navigating divorce, grief, and parenting to chasing dreams and building something new—we’re having the unfiltered conversations you didn’t know you needed.
Episodes
67 episodes
A Lifetime of Service: Veterans Dave Knopf and Dave Ohman on Continuing to Serve
Sarah Bachmann sits down with veterans Dave Knopf and Dave Ohman to talk about their time in the military and why the desire to serve doesn’t necessarily end when military service does. They share how the military gave them discipline and direc...
Bringing Four Babies Home: Margo Jensen’s Life with Quadruplets — Part III
In the final part of Margo Jensen’s three-part story, Sarah Bachmann and Margo pick up with life after the NICU and the reality of bringing four babies home. Margo shares how they managed feedings, nighttime routines, at-home therapies, a...
Born at 24 Weeks: Margo Jensen’s Journey with Quadruplets — Part II
In Part Two of a three-part series, Sarah Bachmann continues her conversation with Margo Jensen as she shares what it was like to carry quadruplets. Margo talks about the excitement of knowing all four babies were growing, the physical to...
From Infertility to Four Heartbeats: Margo Jensen’s Journey to Quadruplets — Part 1
In this first part of a three-part series, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Margo Jensen to talk about the five-year journey she and her husband, Matt, went through to become parents. Margo shares how years of trying to conceive led to multi...
From Addiction to Sobriety: Crystal Andersen on Trauma, Recovery, and Choosing a Different Life
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Crystal Andersen for an honest conversation about addiction, childhood trauma, and the journey that ultimately led her to sobriety. Crystal shares how losing her mother at three years old and being...
From Haiti to Healing: Anderson Saint Georges on Faith, Purpose, and Serving Others
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Anderson Saint Georges to explore the experiences that shaped his journey from Haiti to the United States. Anderson reflects on growing up in Haiti, the values his family instilled in him, and how ...
From Farm Chores to Family Stories: George Scherzer on Growing Up in Rural Minnesota
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with 92-year-old George Scherzer to hear what life was really like growing up on a farm on the White Earth Reservation in rural Minnesota. George shares stories from his childhood, including growing up ...
Loving Through the Struggle: Tom and Kari Tschider on Mental Health, Grief, and Remembering Matty
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Tom and Kari Tschider for a deeply personal conversation about the life of their daughter, Matty, and the struggles that ultimately led to her passing. They reflect on the joyful, compassionate you...
From Deliveries to Dedication: Patty Poppenhagen on 36 Years as a UPS Driver
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Patty Poppenhagen to reflect on her 36-year career as a UPS driver. Patty shares how she entered the workforce at a young age, the lessons she learned over decades on the job, and how the rol...
From Serving Families to Losing Her Own: Kristin Helmers on Military Life, Grief, and Vincent's Legacy
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Kristin Helmers for a conversation about military families, motherhood, and navigating profound loss. Kristin shares her work as a Soldier and Family Readiness Specialist, where she connects ...
From Loss to Legacy: Michael Scolley on Losing Ridge and Learning to Love Like Ridge
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Michael Scolley for a deeply personal conversation about the sudden loss of his son, Ridge, and the journey that followed. Mike shares who Ridge was beyond the tragedy—a joyful, compassionate young...
From Emergency Calls to Everyday Impact: Brent Kaiser on 41 Years as a Paramedic
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Brent Kaiser for a conversation about his 41-year career as a paramedic and educator in Emergency Medical Services. Brent reflects on what first drew him to the profession, the experiences th...
From Tragedy to Two Truths: Carrie Wise on Loss, Forgiveness, and Moving Forward
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Carrie Wise for a deeply personal conversation about grief, domestic violence, trauma, and the complicated realities of losing both of her parents within a matter of months. Carrie shares the story...
One Year Later: The Real Feel Insights Team Reflects on Stories, Lessons, and What's Next
In this special one-year anniversary episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with the Real Feel Insights team—Producer Cassidy Ziegler, Marketing Director Cecilia George, and Financial Manager Megan Streiff—to reflect on the first year of the podcast...
From Diagnosis to Determination: Katie Galbrecht on Breast Cancer, Motherhood, and Taking Life One Step at a Time
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Katie Galbrecht for an honest conversation about breast cancer, motherhood, and navigating life after a diagnosis. Katie shares how subtle symptoms eventually led to testing, biopsies, and the disc...
From Tragedy to Hope: Dave Endicott on Suicide Loss, Mental Health, and Helping Others
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Dave Endicott for a deeply personal conversation about suicide, mental health, and the loss of his brother, Christopher. Dave shares who Chris was beyond the headlines—a father, husband, coac...
From Classrooms to Connection: Barb Coufal on Education, Growth, and Supporting Students
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Barb Coufal for a thoughtful conversation about education, relationships, and the impact adults can have on young people. Barb reflects on her years working in public schools, first as a para...
From Loss to Letting Go: Kari Haverkamp on Miscarriage, Faith, and Finding Strength
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Kari Haverkamp for an honest conversation about miscarriage, grief, and the emotional weight that comes with trying to start a family. Kari shares her experience navigating multiple miscarriages, t...
From Birth to Resilience: Dexter Schwartz on Raising a Child with Down Syndrome
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Dexter Schwartz for an honest conversation about fatherhood, perspective, and raising a child with Down syndrome. Dexter shares the unexpected story of his son Braxlee’s birth and the challen...
From Expectation to Reality: Taylor Drewes on Postpartum, Emotions, and Early Motherhood
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Taylor Drewes for an honest conversation about postpartum, early motherhood, and the gap between expectations and reality. Taylor shares her experience preparing for motherhood, the challenges she ...
From Responding to Preventing: Mike Hanson on Law Enforcement and a Career in Service
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Mike Hanson for an honest conversation about law enforcement, service, and the experiences that shape a career over time. Mike shares how he originally planned to pursue a different path befo...
From Searching to Belonging: Barbara Pedersen on Identity, Motherhood, and Finding Your Place
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Barbara Pedersen for an honest conversation about growing up as an army brat, navigating constant change, and trying to find where you belong. Barbara shares how moving throughout her childho...
Understanding Easter: Bill Aufdenkamp on Faith, Forgiveness, and the Life of Jesus
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Bill Aufdenkamp for a reflective conversation about faith, ministry, and the meaning of Easter. Bill shares how he originally planned to become a school teacher, but felt called in a differen...
From Setbacks to Stability: Sara Mattson on Veterinary Medicine, Failure, and Starting Over
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Sara Mattson for an honest conversation about veterinary medicine, resilience, and the path that doesn’t always go as planned. Sara shares how growing up on a farm shaped her early interest i...
Honoring His Life: Sarah Linden Hudson on Service, Loss, and Remembering Her Brother Troy
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Sarah Linden Hudson for a deeply personal conversation about service, loss, and remembrance. Sarah shares the story of her brother Troy, who was killed in Iraq while serving in the military as part...