The Nourisher Podcast

Caylar Brinkman
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If you’ve ever felt like you were the only one struggling to balance ambition with vulnerability… if you’ve longed for conversations that go deeper than surface-level inspiration… if you’re open-minded, growth-oriented, and deeply committed to seeing other women rise, this podcast is for you. 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.  Stay Strong. Stay Connected. Keep Growing.

  1. JAN 6

    Clearing the Desk: Leadership, Presence & Doing What Matters with Schae Sissel

    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. Follow us on social Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Youtube

    1h 3m

  2. 12/23/2025

    Recomposed: Emotional Eating, Nervous System Healing & Self-Compassion with Cristina Simmons

    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. Follow us on social Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Youtube

    51 min

  3. 12/09/2025

    Unraveling & Rebuilding: How Therapy Helped Megan Lewis Reconnect With Her True Self

    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. Follow us on social Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Youtube

    49 min

  4. 11/25/2025

    A Love Letter to the Women Who Are Trying

    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. Follow us on social Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Youtube

    11 min

  5. 11/11/2025

    Reclaiming Life After Suicide Loss, Pain & Silence with Tiffaney Childers

    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 traumaThe intersection of chronic pain, identity and healingHow to begin reclaiming life when you feel like your story is overAnd 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. Follow us on social Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Youtube

    46 min

  6. 10/28/2025

    Recomposed: Body Dysmorphia, Postpartum & The Power of Letting Others In with Bonnie Kate Olson

    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 timeA compassionate look at the mental and emotional toll of postpartum body imageReal, grace-filled tools for rebuilding self-trust and opening up to supportThe powerful reminder: it’s never too late to ask for helpWhether 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. Follow us on social Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Youtube

    1 hr

  7. 10/14/2025

    Beyond the Fairway: Loukyee’s Journey from Thailand to Texas

    In this today's episode of The Nourisher Podcast, I sit down with professional golfer and Thai native Loukyee Songprasert to talk about courage, culture, and chasing new dreams. From growing up in Thailand and earning a full-ride golf scholarship to West Texas A&M, to navigating the challenges of language barriers, homesickness, and cultural differences, Loukyee’s story is one of perseverance, humility, and self-discovery. Now entering a new chapter after retiring from professional golf, Loukyee shares what it means to stay grounded, embrace change, and give back by helping young women in Thailand pursue their own athletic and academic dreams.  Whether you’re an athlete, a dreamer, or simply someone who loves hearing stories of women uplifting women, this conversation will leave you inspired to keep climbing your own mountain—whatever it looks like. Support Our Sponsors Side Quest Travel Consultant: Erin Sprague specializes in expedition-style travel that blends adventure, culture, and immersive experiences. Get started planning your next getaway at https://linkly.link/2Booi. 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. Follow us on social Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Youtube

    52 min

  8. 09/30/2025

    Burnout, Misalignment & Trusting Your Gut with Emily-Jane Saroff

    What happens when you stop chasing someone else’s definition of success and finally choose yourself? In today's episode, I sit down with Emily-Jane Sarroff—“The Brand Artist” all the way from Australia—who shares her journey from architecture student to creative entrepreneur, and what it really looks like to build a life and business in alignment with your soul. Emily-Jane opens up about leaving a path that didn’t feel right, rebuilding self-trust after burnout and toxic relationships, and how integrating her artistry into her branding work transformed everything.  If you’ve ever wrestled with people-pleasing, doubted your own path, or felt the tug to start over, this episode is your reminder to trust yourself and follow that inner pull. 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. Follow us on social Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Youtube

    52 min
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If you’ve ever felt like you were the only one struggling to balance ambition with vulnerability… if you’ve longed for conversations that go deeper than surface-level inspiration… if you’re open-minded, growth-oriented, and deeply committed to seeing other women rise, this podcast is for you. 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.  Stay Strong. Stay Connected. Keep Growing.

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  • Creator
    Caylar Brinkman
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Nourisher Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Nourisher Podcast