The Nourisher Podcast

In honor of International Women in Aviation Month, this episode of The Nourisher Podcast features two inspiring women from International Aerospace Coatings who are breaking barriers in the aviation industry.

Kaitlyn Pereida, a 23-year-old aircraft painter, shares how she transitioned from graphic design into aviation and what it’s like stepping into leadership at a young age in a male-dominated field. Shanell Gonzalez, U.S. Supply Chain Manager and single mother of three, opens up about her journey from teen mom and high school dropout to leading five sites across the United States.

We discuss confidence, resilience, workplace leadership, mentorship, and what it truly takes for women to succeed in aviation careers. From aircraft painting to supply chain management, their stories highlight the power of self-belief, strong mentorship, and showing up even on the hard days.

Whether you’re interested in aviation careers, women in leadership, personal growth, or overcoming adversity, this conversation will leave you inspired to chase your goals and take up space in any room you walk into.

Until next time, stay strong, stay connected, and keep growing!

The Nourisher Podcast is for the woman who feels alone in her journey and is yearning for connection and sisterhood built upon vulnerability, authenticity, and open hearts. 

Learn more about the mission and vision for The Nourisher Podcast at www.thenourisherpod.com. 

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In this episode of the Recomposed series, we’re talking about body image, confidence, and what it really means to feel beautiful in your own skin.

This week, I’m joined by boudoir photographer Abby Craft, who shares how she pivoted from marketing into boudoir photography and how that leap not only changed her business, but her life. We dive into the misconceptions around boudoir photography, the vulnerability women carry into a session, and the powerful transformations that happen when they choose to take up space exactly as they are.

We talk about the temptation to wait until we lose the weight, until life slows down, until we feel “ready” and why embracing yourself now might be the most radical act of self-love. Whether you book a boudoir session or simply choose to look at yourself with more grace, this episode is a reminder: you are worthy now.

Until next time, stay strong, stay connected, and keep growing!

The Nourisher Podcast is for the woman who feels alone in her journey and is yearning for connection and sisterhood built upon vulnerability, authenticity, and open hearts. 

Learn more about the mission and vision for The Nourisher Podcast at www.thenourisherpod.com. 

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Some conversations stay with you long after the recording ends, and this is one of them.

In this episode of The Nourisher Podcast, I sit down with Kimberly Griggs, owner of Ignite Consulting & Coaching, for an honest conversation about loss, resilience, and the quiet work of rebuilding a life you never planned for.

Kimberly shares her story of losing her father to cancer, and just six weeks later, losing her husband at a young age due to addiction all while raising three small children. We talk about what it means to navigate profound grief, how Al-Anon became a lifeline in her healing journey, and the moment she realized that growth doesn’t come from fixing others, but from letting go of control.

This episode isn’t about having it all figured out. It’s about sitting in the middle of change, listening to that small inner voice, and slowly learning who you are on the other side of survival.

Until next time, stay strong, stay connected, and keep growing!

The Nourisher Podcast is for the woman who feels alone in her journey and is yearning for connection and sisterhood built upon vulnerability, authenticity, and open hearts. 

Learn more about the mission and vision for The Nourisher Podcast at www.thenourisherpod.com. 

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Motherhood doesn’t always follow the path we imagine. Sometimes, it asks more of us than we ever thought possible.

In this episode of The Nourisher Podcast, I visit with Haley Crow, a mom of two whose journey has been shaped by resilience, faith, and deep love. Haley shares her experience raising her daughter Olivia, who has Down syndrome and is a childhood cancer survivor, while also navigating the emotional ripple effects on her younger daughter, marriage, and extended family.

Haley opens up about receiving a life-altering diagnosis during pregnancy, walking through a leukemia diagnosis years later, and learning how to hold both grief and gratitude at the same time. She reflects on how these experiences reshaped her identity beyond motherhood influencing her faith, her career in pediatric nursing, and her understanding of strength.

Until next time, stay strong, stay connected, and keep growing!

The Nourisher Podcast is for the woman who feels alone in her journey and is yearning for connection and sisterhood built upon vulnerability, authenticity, and open hearts. 

Learn more about the mission and vision for The Nourisher Podcast at www.thenourisherpod.com. 

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What does leadership look like when hustle stops working and presence starts to matter more?

In this episode, I sit down with dance studio owner and leader Schae Sissel for an honest, thoughtful conversation about growth, motherhood, burnout, and redefining success in seasons that demand more of us.

We unpack what it means to clear the desk—to release perfectionism, stop carrying everything alone, and focus on what truly matters. From building confident kids and teams, to learning when vulnerability builds trust (and when it doesn’t), Schae shares how her leadership has evolved over 14 years of business, life changes, and hard seasons.

This is for anyone who feels torn between ambition and presence, who’s learning to let go without losing themselves, and who’s discovering that success doesn’t always look like trophies. It can often look like peace, clarity, and being home when it counts.

Until next time, stay strong, stay connected, and keep growing!

The Nourisher Podcast is for the woman who feels alone in her journey and is yearning for connection and sisterhood built upon vulnerability, authenticity, and open hearts. 

Learn more about the mission and vision for The Nourisher Podcast at www.thenourisherpod.com. 

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In this final episode of The Nourisher Podcast for 2025, I sit down with trauma-informed wellness coach, pediatric occupational therapist, and author Cristina Simmons for a deeply honest conversation about survival mode, emotional eating, grief, and reclaiming your relationship with your body.

Cristina shares her story of navigating profound loss, raising a child with special needs, and living for years on autopilot disconnected from her emotions and her body. We discuss how unprocessed trauma can show up as chronic inflammation, anxiety, body dysmorphia, and emotional eating, and why our bodies aren’t betraying us but actually communicating.

From food as a coping mechanism to learning how to listen to your body’s signals, this conversation is for anyone who feels stuck in survival mode and is ready to move toward wholeness one honest step at a time.

Until next time, stay strong, stay connected, and keep growing!

The Nourisher Podcast is for the woman who feels alone in her journey and is yearning for connection and sisterhood built upon vulnerability, authenticity, and open hearts. 

Learn more about the mission and vision for The Nourisher Podcast at www.thenourisherpod.com. 

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In this episode of The Nourisher Podcast, I sit down with Amarillo creative and small-business owner Megan Lewis for a raw conversation about grief, therapy, and the deeply personal journey of reclaiming yourself after life cracks you open.

Megan shares how experiencing profound grief led her to pursue therapy consistently for the first time opening the door to emotional healing, self-awareness, and a renewed sense of identity. Together, we explore what it really feels like to lose yourself, why therapy can be such a powerful anchor during seasons of transition, and how healing often unfolds in ways we never expect.

This episode offers gentle insight for anyone navigating mental health challenges, walking through loss, or beginning their own therapy journey. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from who you used to be (or unsure of who you’re becoming ) you’ll find comfort, validation, and hope in Megan’s story.

Whether you're healing in real time or supporting someone you love, this conversation is a reminder that you are not alone… and that finding your way back to yourself is always possible.

Disclaimer: The Nourisher Podcast is all about sharing personal stories and experiences, but it’s not a substitute for professional mental health care. Nothing in this episode should be considered medical, therapeutic, or professional advice. If you’re struggling, please reach out to a licensed mental health provider or someone you trust. You deserve support that’s just as compassionate and individualized as you are.

Until next time, stay strong, stay connected, and keep growing!

The Nourisher Podcast is for the woman who feels alone in her journey and is yearning for connection and sisterhood built upon vulnerability, authenticity, and open hearts. 

Learn more about the mission and vision for The Nourisher Podcast at www.thenourisherpod.com. 

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This week’s solo episode is a soft place to land in a little love letter to the women who are doing their best, even when life feels jam-packed, messy, or just plain exhausting.

Between a packed work schedule, nightly commitments, tennis practice, getting sick over the weekend, and the sprint to make it to Thanksgiving with your sanity intact… sometimes being “the strong one” feels like a full-time job.

In this heart-to-heart, I’m opening up about what I’m learning about myself lately: the tiny reminders that keep me grounded, the not-so-cute parts of slowing down, and the gentle truths I wish every woman knew about her worth and her pace.

If you’ve been stretched thin, running on fumes, or just need someone to sit across from you and say, “Hey… you’re doing better than you think,” this one’s for you.

Until next time, stay strong, stay connected, and keep growing!

The Nourisher Podcast is for the woman who feels alone in her journey and is yearning for connection and sisterhood built upon vulnerability, authenticity, and open hearts. 

Learn more about the mission and vision for The Nourisher Podcast at www.thenourisherpod.com. 

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In today’s episode of The Nourisher Podcast, I’m honored to sit down with Amarillo author, speaker, and advocate Tiffaney Childers — a woman who knows what it means to face the unthinkable and still choose to rise. After losing both her parents to suicide, navigating years of chronic pain, and confronting the silence that so often surrounds grief, Tiffaney found her way to purpose. Her new book, The Rise Back: Reclaiming Life After Suicide Loss, Pain, and Silence, is a raw and hopeful guide for anyone who’s ever felt lost in grief, stuck in pain, or unsure how to keep going.

In this heartfelt conversation, we talk about:

• What it really means to rise back after loss and trauma
• The intersection of chronic pain, identity and healing
• How to begin reclaiming life when you feel like your story is over
• And what community, belief and small steps do for the healing journey

🔗 Get Tiffaney’s book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/47Hvp23

 📞 If you’re in the Amarillo area and have experienced suicide loss, you can reach the Amarillo Area LOSS Team at 806-378-6379. You can also join their private Facebook Group.

 📞 For free 24/7 support for suicidal thoughts or emotional distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Until next time, stay strong, stay connected, and keep growing!

The Nourisher Podcast is for the woman who feels alone in her journey and is yearning for connection and sisterhood built upon vulnerability, authenticity, and open hearts. 

Learn more about the mission and vision for The Nourisher Podcast at www.thenourisherpod.com. 

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Content Warning

This episode includes open discussions about body dysmorphia, disordered eating, and postpartum struggles. Please listen with care. If you are currently in recovery or these topics feel especially tender, we encourage you to prioritize your well-being and take breaks or skip this episode if needed. You are not alone, and support is always available.

Episode Description

What happens when the body you’ve lived in your whole life no longer feels like your own? In this powerful episode of The Nourisher Podcast’s Recomposed series, Bonnie Kate Olson opens up for the very first time about her struggles with body dysmorphia from her teenage years, to early adulthood, to life after pregnancy and postpartum. She shares what it was like to fear how motherhood would change her body, how shame kept her silent for years, and why letting others in became the most healing thing she’s ever done.

If you've ever looked in the mirror and felt disconnected, if you’ve battled an inner critic that no one else could hear, or if you're trying to reclaim peace in your body after pregnancy or disordered eating, this conversation is for you.

You’ll walk away from this episode with:

• A deeper understanding of how body dysmorphia can evolve over time
• A compassionate look at the mental and emotional toll of postpartum body image
• Real, grace-filled tools for rebuilding self-trust and opening up to support
• The powerful reminder: it’s never too late to ask for help

Whether you’re in the thick of it or on the other side, this episode is a gentle invitation to stop shrinking and start sharing, because healing begins when we let ourselves be seen.

Until next time, stay strong, stay connected, and keep growing!

The Nourisher Podcast is for the woman who feels alone in her journey and is yearning for connection and sisterhood built upon vulnerability, authenticity, and open hearts. 

Learn more about the mission and vision for The Nourisher Podcast at www.thenourisherpod.com. 

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