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
35 episodes
From Addiction to Self-Worth: Lindsay Cooksey on Recovery, Support, and Choosing Better Paths
In part two of the addiction series, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Lindsay Cooksey to talk about addiction, recovery, and rebuilding life from the ground up. Lindsay shares her journey through years of substance use, including meth addiction, a...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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1:05:07
From Numbing to Sobriety: Tara Griess on Addiction, Consequences, and Choosing Change
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Tara Griess for an honest conversation about addiction and recovery. Tara shares how alcohol became a way to numb her emotions and eventually a daily routine she couldn’t escape. Even after multipl...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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1:03:41
From the Badge to Reflection: Life, Loss, and Lessons from a State Trooper with Tim Clements
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with retired State Trooper Tim Clements for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about his career in law enforcement. Tim shares what drew him to the profession, the realities of the job, and the mom...
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Episode 32
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1:04:48
From Abandonment to Healing: Learning Trust, Boundaries, and Forgiveness with Nancy Draack Hebert
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Nancy Draack Hebert for an honest and reflective conversation about abandonment, divorce, and the lasting impact of childhood experiences. Nancy shares what it was like growing up without her fathe...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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1:01:10
From Coaching to Character: Building Purpose Through the Power of Values with Clay Nagel
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Clay Nagel for an honest and motivating conversation about coaching, discipline, and finding purpose. Clay shares stories from growing up on a dairy farm with six siblings, how wrestling shaped his...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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50:37
From Hard Seasons to Lasting Hope: Remembering the Story of Christmas with Sarah Bachmann
In this week's episode, Sarah Bachmann speaks directly to anyone who finds the Christmas season difficult. She reflects on why this time of year can bring added weight, grief, or exhaustion, and gently reminds listeners of the deeper meaning be...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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8:28
Surviving to Serving: Holly Vohnoutka's Story of Depression, Neglect, and Renewal
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Holly Vohnoutka for a conversation that is deeply personal and handled with care. Holly speaks about growing up without emotional support, her early experiences with depression, and the moments tha...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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1:13:50
Rob Kupec: From Meteorology to the Minnesota Senate and a Life of Service
Sarah Bachmann is joined by Senator Rob Kupec for a grounded conversation about service, identity, and the experiences that shaped his work in the Minnesota Legislature. Rob talks about growing up in a union family, discovering his love for met...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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55:51
Jim Joy: On Public Service, Community, and Representing the People of Minnesota
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Jim Joy, the Minnesota State Representative for District 4B, for a grounded conversation about public service. Jim talks about the road that led him from a local council seat, to mayor, and eventua...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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56:18
Collin Peterson: On Politics, Leadership, and 30 Years of Public Service
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Collin Peterson, who served 30 years in the U.S. House of Representatives. Growing up on a farm, battling addiction, close elections, and eventually becoming the longest-serving representative of h...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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1:15:04
Anna Tietz: On Mental Wellness, Growth, and the Power of Emotional Connection
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Anna Tietz to talk about her journey to starting a mental wellness center centered around horses and emotional healing. Anna shares how her childhood, her education, her career, and even the loss o...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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1:30:32
Tony Christensen: On the Military, Purpose, and the Bonds That Last a Lifetime
Sarah Bachmann talks with Tony Christensen, a Marine Corps and Army veteran, about his time in the military and the lessons it left behind. From discipline and responsibility to brotherhood and resilience, Tony reflects on what service taught h...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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1:07:00
Brittany Buschette: On Boundaries, Forgiveness, and the Family You Build
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Brittany Buschette to talk about family, forgiveness, and the strength it takes to heal. Brittany shares her story of growing up in a blended family marked by addiction, abandonment, and loss—and h...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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1:11:52
Carter Shipman: On Loss, Faith, and the Impact of Cancer
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Carter Shipman for a heartfelt continuation of last week’s conversation with his mother, Daneele Shipman. Carter opens up about losing his older brother to cancer when he was just ten years old—and...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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46:21
Daneele Shipman: On Grief, Healing, and Her Son’s Battle with Cancer
In this powerful episode of Real Feel Insights, Daneele Shipman shares her journey through the heartbreaking loss of her 18-year-old son to cancer. She opens up about how she found the strength to keep going, raise her two younger children, and...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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1:21:56
Chuck Standal: On Funeral Directing, Compassion, and the Work of Closure
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Funeral Director Chuck Standal for an honest conversation about life, loss, and the meaning behind his work. Chuck shares what it’s like to serve families during their hardest moments, how he appro...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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48:41
Tabetha Gravelle: On Eating Disorders, Control, and the Work of Healing
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Tabetha Gravelle to talk about her long battle with an eating disorder—one that led to multiple hospitalizations. Tabetha shares how it began, why it became a way of coping, and what she’s done ove...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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1:04:22
Elise Anderson: On Family, Homeschooling, and Living with Intention
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann is joined by Elise Anderson for a conversation about family, learning, and living intentionally. Elise opens up about her decision to homeschool, how she creates peace and flexibility in her family’s days, and wh...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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44:30
Anna Sellin: On Surviving Abuse and Leading a Life of Service
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Anna Sellin, the executive director of the Lakes Crisis & Resource Center in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Anna shares her own experiences in abusive relationships and how they shaped her life and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:01:24
Why We Pressed Pause this week
This week’s planned conversation on Real Feel Insights was centered around setting boundaries and navigating toxic family dynamics. After careful reflection, we made the decision not to release the full episode in order to protect our ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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2:21
Tim Eggebraaten: On Service, Resilience, and Starting Again
Sarah Bachmann sits down with Tim Eggebraaten, who spent 28 years in law enforcement before becoming a national speaker and entertainer. Tim shares what it was like to carry the weight of police work, the challenges he faced with mental health ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:19:23
Sarah Bachmann: On Her Story, Struggle, and the Purpose Behind the Podcast
Host Sarah Bachmann steps into the spotlight to share her journey in this week's solo episode. From surviving years of abuse to raising a family, building a business, and walking through unimaginable loss, Sarah has faced life’s hardest realiti...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:08:50
Mark Erbstoesser: On Life’s Journey, Faith, and Living Fully
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Mark Erbstoesser for a conversation about the unexpected journey of life. Mark shares how his career, his health, and his family have shaped the way he sees the world—and why he believes in taking ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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33:30
Lynn Schulberg: On Dispatching, Dedication, and Making a Difference
In this episode, Sarah Bachmann talks with Lynn Schulberg about her work as a dispatcher and the realities of being the first voice someone hears in an emergency. Lynn shares the life-saving calls she’ll never forget, the emotional weight of th...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:00:58
Bryan Anderson: On Agriculture, Education, and the Future of Farming
Sarah Bachmann is joined by Bryan Anderson, a sixth-generation farmer, for a real conversation about the present and future of agriculture. They talk about what’s been lost, what’s been gained, and why farming is still one of the most important...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:07:57