Real Feel Insights

In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with local guest Chris Vinton to talk about his years in public service—first as a Patrol Officer, and later as a Conservation Officer.  Chris reflects on the differences between the two roles, what led him to make the shift, and the deeper mission behind both: serving the community and protecting what matters.

In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with longtime educator and coach Lynn Tappe for a grounded conversation about teaching, coaching, and showing up for kids through every phase of their development.  With over 35 years in the school system, Lynn shares the rewards, the challenges, and the reality of what it takes to help students grow—on and off the field.

In this episode, Sarah Bachmann speaks with Janey Merschman about what it means to love and care for someone through the end of life. Janey opens up about her husband’s cancer journey, their shared faith, and the unexpected grace that came with having time to say the things that mattered.

In this episode, Sarah Bachmann sits down with Jim Sinclair, a retired banker and volunteer fireman, for a conversation about the kind of work that leaves a mark—not just on a resume, but on a life.  They talk about the transition into retirement, what it means to stay grounded in a small town, and why the work that matters most often goes unseen. Jim shares openly about the emotional weight of ca...

On this episode of Real Feel Insights , we’re joined by Lindsay McLeod—a wife, mom, and entrepreneur who knows exactly what it takes to keep all the balls in the air. Lindsay shares her honest take on what it’s like to run a business while raising a family and maintaining a strong partnership. She’s especially skilled at breaking down big emotions and navigating them with clarity and confidence. ...

Three months after returning from Iraq, Lauri Brooke’s son was killed by a drunk driver. Nothing prepares a parent for that kind of loss. In this episode, Lauri shares how she found the strength to face the grief, how she and her family chose to celebrate their son’s life, and how they worked through it together. This is an honest conversation about love, loss, and the quiet strength that carries...

What’s it really like to spend your life in law enforcement? Mike Johnson didn’t just work in the field—he built a life around it. In this episode of Real Feel Insights, Mike sits down with host Sarah Bachmann to share stories from his years as a police officer and Police Chief. He opens up about the responsibility, the leadership challenges, and the moments—both heavy and light—that still stay wi...

Erin Halvorson knows what it means to start over. After the end of her first marriage, she found herself in a new relationship that quickly turned dark. She sold her home, moved her daughter hours away from everything familiar, and tried to build a life with someone who wasn’t who he seemed to be. In this episode, Erin shares the reality of what she lived through—emotional and physical abuse, isol...

Welcome to 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. Meet your host, Sarah Bachmann, as she kicks things off with wha...