Real Feel Insights

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 multiple drinking-and-driving incidents and a severe car accident, Tara continued drinking until a final DUI and time in jail forced her to confront reality. This episode opens a three-part series on addiction, offering a raw look at consequences, accountability, and the difficult decision to get sober.

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 moments that shaped him along the way—from routine house calls to delivering devastating news to families, and even the lighter moments found in the courtroom.

Tim reflects on the responsibility that comes with wearing the badge, the emotional weight officers carry, and how those experiences stay with you long after retirement. It’s a thoughtful look at service, humanity, and the stories behind the uniform.

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 father, navigating the emotional weight many children of divorce carry, and later facing similar feelings when her first marriage ended.

Nancy reflects on the role her mother played in shaping her resilience, how boundaries and self-awareness helped her heal, and why forgiveness became essential to moving forward. It’s a thoughtful conversation about identity, trust, and learning to let go of what no longer serves you.

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 character, and the mentor who helped redirect his life when he needed it most.

Clay reflects on why values rooted in faith and family matter, why attitude and effort are always within your control, and what it takes to build not just winning teams, but strong people. It’s a conversation about growth, responsibility, and the lasting impact of having someone believe in you.

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 behind the season. The episode closes with a reading of The Christmas Story, focusing on the birth of Jesus and the hope found in that moment. It’s a quiet, reflective pause meant to offer comfort, perspective, and peace during the season.

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 that made life feel unbearably heavy. She shares how small acts of kindness, unexpected turning points, and the decision to help others eventually shaped the life she has today.

This episode touches on difficult topics including childhood neglect, suicidal ideation, and self-harm. Holly’s story is shared with the hope that someone listening will feel less alone, more understood, and reminded that healing is possible.

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 meteorology, building a small business, and eventually stepping into public office. He reflects on the community that welcomed his family, the values that guide him, and why he believes in giving back to the place he now calls home.

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 eventually to the state legislature. He reflects on his belief in taking on challenges, his optimism, and why he sees politics as an opportunity to serve the people who trusted him with the role. It’s an honest look at leadership, sacrifice, and the responsibility of representing a community.

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 his district, Collin reflects on the experiences that shaped his life and his work. He talks about listening to people, representing agricultural communities, and what public service meant to him—even when the political landscape began to change.

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 of her grandfather all led her to create a space for people to reconnect—with themselves, their emotions, and the world around them. Her story is one of purpose, reflection, and the belief that healing doesn’t have to follow the traditional path.