Season 1 of True Stories of Cowgirl Courage laid the foundation for the podcast, introducing listeners to raw, honest stories of faith, resilience, and life-altering decisions. These early episodes set the tone for what the show would become, real conversations with women who faced fear, loss, and uncertainty and chose courage anyway.
Below is the complete list of Season 1 episodes, including show notes and direct listening links.
Season 1 • Episode 10
From Pain to Praise, From the Poop Pile to Beauty with Sandy Bordson
📅 June 2, 2022
Sandy Bordson takes us from deep pain to praise, sharing how God transformed her life in unexpected ways. Her journey is raw, real, and inspiring, showing how even the messiest seasons can become something beautiful.
🎧 Listen here:
https://truestoriesofcowgirlcourage.buzzsprout.com/1890426/episodes/10880076-from-pain-to-praise-from-the-poop-pile-to-beauty-with-sandy-bordson
Season 1 • Episode 9
Blindsided by Betrayal and Healing a Broken Heart with Rene Minder
📅 May 3, 2022
Rene Minder opens up about betrayal and heartbreak and how faith guided her healing journey. Her story speaks to restoration, forgiveness, and rebuilding after deep emotional wounds.
🎧 Listen here:
https://truestoriesofcowgirlcourage.buzzsprout.com/1890426/episodes/10652405-blindsided-by-betrayal-and-healing-a-broken-heart-with-rene-minder
Season 1 • Episode 8
Our greater purpose is linked to the events of our lives, whether traumatic or inspiring with Sabrina Spears
📅 April 12, 2022
Sabrina Spears shares how traumatic and inspiring life events are often tied to a greater purpose. Her story weaves together hardship, faith, and calling, showing how nothing in life is wasted.
🎧 Listen here:
https://truestoriesofcowgirlcourage.buzzsprout.com/1890426/episodes/10518324-our-greater-purpose-is-linked-to-the-events-of-our-lives-whether-traumatic-or-inspiring-with-sabrina-spears
Season 1 • Episode 7
PTSD X 2 = Powerful Purpose with Mattni Becker
📅 March 23, 2022
Mattni Becker explains how experiencing PTSD twice in her life became the foundation for a powerful purpose. Her journey is honest, faith-filled, and grounded in hope.
🎧 Listen here:
https://truestoriesofcowgirlcourage.buzzsprout.com/1890426/episodes/10411179-ptsd-x-2-powerful-purpose-with-mattni-becker
Season 1 • Episode 6
Running from the Russians, Rising above the Fear and Refusing to Surrender!
📅 March 1, 2022
Maria Figlus recounts her experience running from the Russians and refusing to surrender to fear. Her story of survival, faith, and resilience will leave you inspired and humbled.
🎧 Listen here:
https://truestoriesofcowgirlcourage.buzzsprout.com/1890426/episodes/10294431-running-from-the-russians-rising-above-the-fear-and-refusing-to-surrender
Season 1 • Episode 5
Murder, Motherhood, Miraculous Grace and More with author Deb Moerke
📅 February 10, 2022
Author Deb Moerke shares her story involving murder, motherhood, foster care, and miraculous grace. Her testimony highlights forgiveness, faith, and choosing love in the hardest circumstances.
🎧 Listen here:
https://truestoriesofcowgirlcourage.buzzsprout.com/1890426/episodes/10169524-murder-motherhood-miraculous-grace-and-more-with-author-deb-moerke
Season 1 • Episode 4
From Ranch Kid to A Woman of Influence to A Run for Congress – Meet Harriet Hageman
📅 January 20, 2022
Harriet Hageman shares her journey from growing up as a ranch kid to becoming a woman of influence and running for Congress. Her story is rooted in hard work, perseverance, and conviction.
🎧 Listen here:
https://truestoriesofcowgirlcourage.buzzsprout.com/1890426/episodes/10041758-from-ranch-kid-to-a-woman-of-influence-to-a-run-for-congress-meet-harriet-hageman
Season 1 • Episode 3
Physical Trauma and Mental Anguish meet Faith and Courage in LindaKay Nelson's story
📅 December 28, 2021
CAUTION! Do not listen to this episode if you are currently struggling emotionally or mentally. LindaKay Nelson shares her powerful story of physical trauma, mental anguish, and the faith and courage that carried her through unimaginable hardship.
🎧 Listen here:
https://truestoriesofcowgirlcourage.buzzsprout.com/1890426/episodes/10041756-physical-trauma-and-mental-anguish-meet-faith-and-courage-in-lindakay-nelson-s-story
Season 1 • Episode 2
The only known Hat Cemetery and the stories the hats hold as told by the Solanos of Solano's Western Wear and Boots
📅 December 7, 2021
The Solanos’ Boot and Western Wear store has a rich history, including the only known Hat Cemetery. This episode shares the stories behind the hats, the people who wore them, and the legacy they left behind.
🎧 Listen here:
https://truestoriesofcowgirlcourage.buzzsprout.com/1890426/episodes/10041755-the-only-known-hat-cemetery-and-the-stories-the-hats-hold-as-told-by-the-solano-s-of-solano-s-western-wear-and-boots
Season 1 • Episode 1
Life Changing Decisions and the Best Life Hack gifted to Prairie Wife in Heels aka Cathy Holman
📅 November 18, 2021
Meet Cathy and hear her many stories of overcoming fear, making life-changing decisions, and finding the courage to step into a new season. Her journey set the tone for what this podcast would become.
Other Seasons:
Season 2: https://readforthebrand.com/blogs/town-hall/true-stories-of-cowgirl-courage-season-2
Season 3: https://readforthebrand.com/blogs/town-hall/true-stories-of-cowgirl-courage-season-3
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