From Air Force to Pageantry: Kim's Story
Building Authentic Connections: Amanda McCombs and Kim Chatto on Community and Resilience In this engaging conversation, Amanda McCombs and guest Kim Chatto, Miss Willard Bay, explore themes of authenticity, community, and resilience. Kim shares her rich background, including her military serv…
Reclaiming Identity: A Journey Through Purity Culture and Healing
Reclaiming Identity: A Journey Through Purity Culture and HealingIn this heartfelt episode, Amanda McCombs, known as the Not So Genius, invites her Sash sister Kaylyn Lippert, a former Mrs. Wasatch Front, military spouse, registered nurse, and founder of Reclaimed, to discuss their close frien…
The Wrong Kind Of Crown: Embracing My Smile
The Wrong Kind Of Crown: Embracing My Smile The Wrong Kind Of Crown In this episode of the 'Inner Workings of the Not So Genius Mind,' host Amanda McCombs shares her journey of self-care and dental health. She discusses her struggles with weak enamel, TMJ pain, and dental procedures, and empha…
Breaking Barriers: The Real Pageant Journey w/ Mrs. Utah County
Breaking Barriers: The Real Pageant Journey Join Amanda McCombs and her guest, Mrs. Utah County, as they dive into the intricacies of participating in beauty pageants and the profound personal growth that accompanies the journey. They discuss their individual experiences, the importance of com…
Purposeful Pageantry: More Than Meets the Sash w/ Mrs. Utah America
The Healing Journey of Pageantry: Amanda and Chelsi's Transformative ExperiencesIn this heartfelt episode, Amanda McCombs, also known as Mrs. Daybreak, chats with Chelsi Rasmussen, Mrs. Utah America, about their shared journey in the world of pageantry. They discuss their initial fears and the …
Journey to Mrs. Utah America and Charity Gala Plans
Amanda McCombs: Journey to Mrs. Utah America and Charity Gala PlansIn this episode, Amanda McCombs, also known as Mrs. Daybreak, shares her experiences and reflections on self-discovery and preparation for the upcoming Mrs. Utah America pageant. Amanda discusses the importance of personal growt…
Navigating Life's Toughest Moments
Navigating Life's Toughest MomentsIn this candid podcast episode, Amanda McCombs returns after a long hiatus to share personal challenges and introspections. She discusses the recent passing of her father and the earlier loss of her mother, the impact of these events on her mental health, and h…
Catch-Up, Cards, and Chakra Healing: A Magical Reunion w/ Courtney Pe…
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Embracing the Uncomfortable: Amanda's Journey Through Ketamine Therap…
Finding Courage and Community: Amanda's Solo Adventure at the Equality Utah Ally GalaIn this insightful episode, Amanda McCombs shares her transformative experiences with ketamine therapy and attending the Equality Utah Ally Gala. Amanda opens up about the challenges and triumphs of her jo…
Rediscovering Life Through Grief and Healing: Amanda's Journey
Rediscovering Life Through Grief and Healing: Amanda's JourneyIn this deeply personal episode, Amanda McCombs opens up about her journey through grief, self-care, and healing. After a brief hiatus, Amanda returns to share the heavy toll her grief has taken on her physical and mental health, and…
Reconnecting After 20 Years: A Journey of Empowerment and Self-Discov…
Reconnecting After 20 Years: A Journey of Empowerment and Self-DiscoveryIn this heartfelt episode, Amanda McCombs reunites with her longtime friend Heather to reminisce about their creative adventures and personal growth over the past two decades. From their early days in a model collaborative …
Finding Joy in the Mess: Grief, Farm Therapy & Amanda McCombs’ Season…
In the Season 3 kickoff of Not So Genius Mind, host Amanda McCombs returns with a raw, witty, and deeply human update. After losing both parents and navigating long‑term nerve damage from shingles, Amanda reflects on how grief dismantles identity—and how healing rarely looks linear. She shares the …
Leaving the Church: A Journey Through Faith and Abuse (AUDIO)
Leaving the LDS Church: A Personal Journey of Reflection and HealingIn this deeply personal episode, Amanda McCombs opens up about her experiences growing up in the LDS church and the challenges she faced that led to her departure. Amanda shares her heartfelt story, touching on sensitive topics…
Managing Life Changes: Personal Insights and Reflections (AUDIO)
Managing Life Changes: Personal Insights and Reflections In this introspective episode, Amanda McCombs explores the transition from being a full-time teacher to focusing on her own children and personal growth. She shares heartfelt reflections on the challenges and rewards of this new phase, th…
From Burnout to Balance: My Sabbatical Experience (AUDIO)
Embracing Self-Care and Sabbaticals: Amanda McCombs' Journey In this episode, Amanda McCombs shares her personal journey of taking a sabbatical from teaching to focus on self-care and healing. Amanda discusses quitting her job, the challenges of dealing with health issues, and the importance of…
Breaking the Silence: Life After Trauma (AUDIO ONLY)
Overcoming Trauma and Finding SafetyIn this episode of 'Inner Workings Of The Not So Genius Mind,' host Amanda McCombs shares her struggles and experiences with trauma, particularly her ordeal with a stalker during her teenage years. She discusses the subsequent health challenges, includin…
From Shadows to Spotlight: The Journey From Pain To Empowerment (AUDI…
Surviving Shingles: Amanda McCombs' Journey from Pain to EmpowermentIn this heartfelt episode, Amanda McCombs, host of the 'Not So Genius' podcast, shares her profound journey of overcoming shingles, a debilitating condition that dramatically impacted her life. Amanda recounts her struggles wit…
Inner Workings Of The Not So Genius Mind w/ Amanda McCombs
Host: Amanda McCombs (https://www.tiktok.com/@notsogenius) Prepare to be inspired, amused, and comforted as we candidly discuss our personal journeys, the highs, the lows, and the comedy that life often presents. No topic is off limits in "Inner Workings of the Not So Genius Mind". Each episode…
Finding Joy in the Mess: Grief, Farm Therapy & Amanda McCombs’ Season…
In this heartfelt Season 3 opener of Not So Genius Mind Podcast, host Amanda McCombs shares how losing both parents and living with long-term nerve damage from shingles reshaped her identity—and why she’s done hiding the mess. She opens up about grief, resilience, mental health, and rediscovering a…
I was trapped at the farm all summer!
Preparing for season 3 of Inner Workings of the Not so Genius Mind.Pageantry, peacocks, and pigs - OH MY!Here is a sneak peek at what life has been like since the most recent episode. Stay tuned! More farm adventures and chaos coming your way.If you are interested in learning more about The We…
Exploring Hearts Knit Together: A Community Tour
Exploring Hearts Knit Together: Charity Gala Highlights & Facility TourJoin Amanda McCombs, aka Mrs. Daybreak, in this special episode as she shares her journey of preparing for the pageant, conducting interviews, and hosting a successful charity gala for her birthday, which raised $1,400 for Hea…
Finding Courage: Ketamine Therapy and Equality Utah Gala
Embracing Growth: Ketamine Therapy & Equality Utah Gala | The Not So Genius Amanda McCombsJoin Amanda McCombs as she shares her journey of self-improvement and healing through ketamine therapy. Amanda also recounts her empowering experience attending the Equality Utah Gala solo in her stunning bl…
Rediscovering Life: Navigating Grief and Healing
Grief, Healing, and Rediscovering Life | Facing My Mother's DeathJoin host Amanda McCombs as she opens up about her recent struggles with grief, healing, and rediscovering life. In this heartfelt episode, Amanda shares her personal journey through the grief of losing her mother, dealing with phys…
Life Lessons: Unpacking the Teacher Identity
Transition from Teaching: Insights and Personal Journeys Join Amanda McCombs in this episode of 'The Inner Workings of a Not So Genius Mind.' Dive into her reflections on transitioning from a teacher to focusing solely on her family and personal life. Amanda shares the challenges and joys of this…