Fully Stoked

Cody and Sarah Stokes

Welcome to Fully Stoked, where Sarah and Cody Stokes dive into real conversations about marriage, business, food, and life. As a powerhouse couple balancing entrepreneurship, family, and fun, they explore relationships, growth, leadership, and success with honesty and humor. Featuring chefs, realtors, influencers, and entrepreneurs, each episode delivers inspiration, laughter, and insight. Sarah also spotlights women in business, sharing their wins, lessons, and wisdom. Tune in, connect, and stay Fully Stoked!

  1. 6 days ago

    Gut Health, IBS, Inflammation & the Gut-Brain Connection with Kate Ricciardi, RDN, DPT

    Your gut health may be connected to far more than what you eat. In this episode of the Fully Stoked Podcast, Sarah Stokes sits down with Kate Ricciardi, RDN, DPT, founder of Digestion by Design, registered dietitian nutritionist, doctor of physical therapy, and leader of Ladies Lifestyle Network Fort Mill. After struggling with IBS for more than two decades, Kate began looking beyond conventional approaches and restrictive diets to better understand inflammation, functional nutrition, the microbiome, nervous system, hormones, stress, pelvic floor health, and the many interconnected factors that can influence digestion. Sarah and Kate dive into IBS, bloating, inflammation, gut health, the microbiome, the gut-brain connection, the vagus nerve, hormone-related digestive changes, nervous system regulation, elimination diets, pelvic floor health, food freedom, stress, sleep, energy, and self-advocacy in healthcare. Kate also shares her entrepreneurial journey, what she learned building Digestion by Design, why getting business guidance early can be invaluable, and how leading Ladies Lifestyle Network Fort Mill has helped her create meaningful connections among women in her community. One of the most important messages from this episode: women shouldn't feel guilty for taking care of themselves. It's much better to pour from a full cup than an empty one. CONNECT WITH KATE Digestion by DesignWebsite: digestionbydesign.comInstagram: @digestionbydesignFacebook: Digestion by Design Ladies Lifestyle Network Fort MillInstagram & Facebook: @LadiesLifestyleNetworkFTM Kate works with clients in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. CONNECT WITH SARAH Sarah StokesSr. Mortgage Loan Advisor | Coast2Coast Mortgage LendingNMLS 1743154 | 376205Email: sarah.stokes@coast2coastml.comPhone: 828-772-4638 | 704-301-6040fullystokedhomeloans.com Fully Stoked Podcastfullystokedpodcast.comInstagram: @fullystokedpodcastInstagram: @sarahwhitleystokesTikTok: @lendersarahstokesYouTube: @fullystokedpodcastYouTube: @SarahWhitleyStokes DISCLAIMER The Fully Stoked Podcast is provided for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed in this episode should be considered medical, nutritional, mental health, or individualized healthcare advice or used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. Guest opinions are their own. Please consult an appropriate qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health and treatment decisions. Mortgage information shared by Sarah Stokes is general in nature and does not constitute a commitment to lend or an offer of specific loan terms. Programs, rates, guidelines, and eligibility are subject to change and individual qualification. #GutHealth #IBS #Inflammation #WomensHealth #DigestiveHealth #FunctionalNutrition #Microbiome #GutBrainConnection #HormoneHealth #NervousSystemRegulation #PelvicFloorHealth #FoodFreedom #WomenOver40 #WomenInBusiness #DigestionByDesign #FullyStokedPodcast

  2. 31 Aug

    Why You Need an Estate Plan Before You Think You Do | Attorney Sabrina Winters on Family, Resilience & Success

    Estate planning isn’t only for wealthy people, retirees, or families facing a crisis. According to estate planning and probate attorney Sabrina Winters, nearly everyone has wishes worth protecting—and waiting to put them in writing can leave the people you love dealing with unnecessary confusion, stress, and difficult decisions. On this episode of the Fully Stoked Podcast, Sarah Stokes sits down with Sabrina for a conversation that goes far beyond wills and trusts. Sabrina shares the heartbreaking family experience that inspired her career in estate planning after her uncle became critically ill without the proper documents in place. She explains why even having a will may not be enough, what probate actually means, and why estate planning can be important at virtually every stage of adulthood—including when a child turns 18 and heads to college. But Sabrina’s story is also one of extraordinary resilience and entrepreneurship. She struggled to get into law school, was later academically dismissed, successfully petitioned to return, graduated, passed the New York Bar, relocated to North Carolina, and went on to build a highly respected estate planning practice. Her message about overcoming obstacles is simple and powerful: Your stop sign is your stop sign. You decide where to put it. Sarah and Sabrina also talk about entrepreneurship, succeeding in traditionally male-dominated professions, learning not to take rejection personally, finding your professional voice, building the right team, authentic leadership, networking, motherhood, and why successful people often have far more failures behind them than anyone sees. Sabrina Winters has more than 20 years of experience in estate planning and probate and has been recognized as one of the Top 50 Most Influential Women by the Mecklenburg Times, named a Top 50 Entrepreneur, received multiple Legal Elite recognitions in estate planning, and is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States. CONNECT WITH SABRINA WINTERS Website: ncestateplanninginfo.comEmail: clienthappinessteam@sabrinawinterslaw.com Sabrina practices in North Carolina and offers virtual estate-planning consultations for clients throughout the state. CONNECT WITH FULLY STOKED 🎙️ fullystokedpodcast.com📱 Instagram: @fullystokedpodcast Hosted by Sarah Stokes Sarah Stokes | Sr. Mortgage Loan AdvisorCoast2Coast Mortgage Lending📧 sarah.stokes@coast2coastml.comNMLS 1743154 | 376205 #EstatePlanning #SabrinaWinters #EstatePlanningAttorney #Probate #WillsAndTrusts #NorthCarolina #CharlotteNC #Entrepreneurship #WomenInBusiness #WomenInLeadership #Resilience #Leadership #FullyStokedPodcast

  3. 24 Aug

    Your Pain May Not Start Where It Hurts: Understanding Myofascial Release

    What exactly is fascia — and could it be part of the reason some pain keeps coming back? On this episode of the Fully Stoked Podcast, Sarah Stokes sits down with Jeff Krafft, PT, and Kallie Marshfield, OT, founders of Relief Re-Imagined Myofascial Release Therapy in Monroe, North Carolina. Jeff has more than 30 years of experience as a physical therapist, while Kallie has more than 15 years of experience as an occupational therapist and previously served eight years as an Army National Guard medic. Together, they combine their rehabilitation backgrounds with training in the John F. Barnes approach to myofascial release. Jeff and Kallie explain fascia in everyday terms and discuss how restrictions within this connective-tissue system may influence movement, posture, mobility, pain, and the nervous system. You’ll hear about: • The difference between myofascial release and massage• Why sustained, gentle pressure is central to their approach• How hip and pelvic restrictions may affect the neck, shoulders, and other areas• How surgery, scar tissue, repetitive movement, injuries, and posture can create compensations• The relationship between fascia and the nervous system• Why the area that hurts may not necessarily be the source of the problem• How myofascial release can complement physical therapy, massage, and chiropractic care• Why Kallie and Jeff left some of the constraints of traditional healthcare to create Relief Re-Imagined• Their advice for people who have been told there is nothing else they can do about persistent pain Kallie also shares the moment myofascial release clicked for her: sitting in her first class and realizing, “This is what I’ve been missing.” Their central message is simple: your body is interconnected, and persistent pain does not automatically mean you have run out of options. Connect with Relief Re-Imagined Myofascial Release Therapy:🌐 ReliefMFR.com📧 Info@reliefmfr.com📞 (704) 595-2111📲 Instagram: @reliefreimaginedmfr📍 Monroe, North Carolina Free 30-minute consultations are available through their office. Connect with Sarah Stokes and Fully Stoked Podcast:📲 Instagram: @sarahwhitleystokes🎵 TikTok: @lendersarahstokes▶️ YouTube: @fullystokedpodcast▶️ YouTube: @SarahWhitleyStokes Disclaimer: This episode is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding your individual health needs.

  4. 10 Aug

    Inside the Historic Belk Mansion | Susan Volz on History, Faith, & Bringing the Mansion Back to Life

    What if you felt called to do something years before you were actually ready to do it? In this episode of the Fully Stoked Podcast, Sarah Stokes and Melinda Willison sit down with Susan Volz, owner of the historic Belk Mansion in Monroe, North Carolina, to talk about the remarkable history of the home—and Susan’s journey to becoming its owner. More than 20 years ago, Susan was working as a real estate broker when she saw the mansion and felt that one day she would own it. The property was enormous, needed significant work, and the idea scared her enough that she initially walked away. But she never forgot about it. Years later, the Belk Mansion came back on the market, and Susan decided to take the leap. The mansion itself has an incredible story. It was home to Dr. John Belk, one of the original Belk brothers who helped establish the Belk Brothers department store with his brother, William Henry Belk. Dr. Belk raised seven daughters in the home, and descendants of the family have even returned to stay at the mansion and share their family stories and photographs. Today, Susan is working to preserve that history while giving the mansion an entirely new life. We talk about the restoration of the property, its nonprofit mission, Airbnb and overnight stays, weddings, showers, business meetings, community gatherings, photography and video opportunities, and Susan’s vision for making the Belk Mansion an affordable and welcoming gathering place for Monroe and Union County. We also get a peek inside some of the mansion’s beautiful rooms and hear about upcoming events—including the Bridgerton Masquerade Ball. If you live in the Charlotte, Monroe or Union County area and haven’t discovered the Belk Mansion yet, this is one local gem you’ll want to know about. 🏛️ THE BELK MANSION | SUSAN VOLZ 📧 susan@thebelkmansion.com📱 704-651-8309🌐 https://thebelkmansion.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belkmansion/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBelkMansion📍 Google: https://share.google/3y6Gk0M1PXenanyhJ Contact Susan for information about overnight stays, tours, weddings, private events, meetings, community gatherings and upcoming events. 🎙️ FULLY STOKED PODCAST | SARAH STOKES Sarah StokesSenior Mortgage Loan AdvisorCoast2Coast Mortgage LendingNMLS #1743154 📱 828-333-7278📧 hello@sarahstokesgroup.com🌐 https://fullystokedhomeloans.com🎙️ https://fullystokedpodcast.com📸 Instagram: @sarahwhitleystokes🎵 TikTok: @lendersarahstokes▶️ YouTube: @fullystokedpodcast | @SarahWhitleyStokes Follow the Fully Stoked Podcast for conversations with entrepreneurs, community leaders and people doing interesting things throughout our communities. #BelkMansion #MonroeNC #UnionCountyNC #NorthCarolinaHistory #SusanVolz #FullyStokedPodcast #HistoricHomes #WomenInBusiness #CommunityLeadership #MonroeNorthCarolina DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute mortgage or investment advice. All loans are subject to credit approval.

    Inside the Historic Belk Mansion | Susan Volz on History, Faith, & Bringing the Mansion Back to Life

  5. 3 Aug

    Fully Stoked Podcast | Tara McAlister | Why the Best Business Strategy Starts with People

    Fully Stoked Podcast | Tara McAlister | Why the Best Business Strategy Starts with People What if your biggest business problem isn't sales, marketing, or operations—but people? In this episode of the Fully Stoked Podcast, host Sarah Stokes sits down with Tara McAlister, Founder of The People Strategy Group, to discuss leadership, hiring, workplace culture, employee retention, emotional intelligence, networking, and why people strategy is often the missing piece in business growth. Tara shares practical advice for business owners, entrepreneurs, executives, and managers on how to build stronger teams, hire more intentionally, develop effective leaders, and create workplace cultures where both people and performance thrive. Whether you're a small business owner hiring your first employee, leading a growing organization, or simply looking to become a better leader, this conversation is packed with actionable takeaways. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ Why the best business strategy starts with people✅ The hidden cost of poor hiring decisions✅ How to hire employees who move your business forward✅ Leadership development strategies that actually work✅ The role emotional intelligence plays in leadership success✅ How to create accountability without micromanaging✅ Why workplace culture impacts profitability and retention✅ Networking strategies that build real relationships✅ Common mistakes entrepreneurs make when building teams✅ How to stop constantly putting out people fires and lead proactively Tara also shares lessons from her own entrepreneurial journey, including what she learned from career pivots, leadership challenges, and launching The People Strategy Group. 📌 Connect with Tara McAlister: 🌐 Website: https://www.thepeoplestrategy.com📧 Email: tara@thepeoplestrategy.com📞 Phone: (704) 957-7837🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-mcalister/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepe_oplestrategy1/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585229285505 📌 Connect with Sarah Stokes: 🌐 Website: https://www.fullystokedhomeloans.com📧 Email: hello@sarahstokesgroup.com🎙️ Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@fullystokedpodcast📸 Instagram: @sarahwhitleystokes🔗 LinkedIn: Sarah Stokes About Fully Stoked Podcast:The Fully Stoked Podcast features entrepreneurs, business leaders, community influencers, and experts who share real-world insights on leadership, business growth, personal development, entrepreneurship, relationships, mindset, and success. #LeadershipDevelopment #PeopleStrategy #HiringTips #BusinessLeadership #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessOwner #LeadershipSkills #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeRetention #HumanResources #HRConsulting #EmotionalIntelligence #BusinessGrowth #Networking #WomenInBusiness #CharlotteNC #UnionCountyNC #FullyStokedPodcast #SarahStokes #TaraMcAlister

  6. 27 Jul

    Real Estate Is a Whole Different Ballgame with Deliane Firman & Ebony Boyd

    What does it really take to succeed in real estate? In this episode of the Fully Stoked Podcast, Sarah Stokes sits down with DMV-area Realtors Deliane Firman and Ebony Boyd to talk about the realities of building a career in real estate, especially for new agents. From joining a team versus going solo, to mentorship, networking, and showing up consistently, this conversation is full of practical advice for Realtors, entrepreneurs, and women in business. The biggest message? Be intentional. Be authentic. Stay in the environment and soak up knowledge — the business will come. We also discuss:• Why real estate is a completely different industry• Building momentum in your first year• The power of networking and community• Women supporting women in business• How authenticity builds trust Connect with the Guests: Deliane FirmanFacebook: Deliane Firman RealtorInstagram: @delianefirmanrealtor Ebony Boyd Host: Sarah StokesSenior Mortgage Loan Advisor | Coast2Coast Mortgage LendingNMLS 1743154 | 376205fullystokedhomeloans.com@sarahwhitleystokes #RealEstate #WomenInBusiness #DMVRealEstate #NewRealtor #RealEstateAgent #EntrepreneurMindset #Networking #Authenticity #Leadership #BusinessGrowth

  7. 20 Jul

    Visibility Starts Within | Personal Branding for Women with Mayeluz Navarro

    FULLY STOKED PODCAST | LISTEN NOW What does it really take to become visible in business—and why are so many women holding themselves back? In this inspiring episode of the Fully Stoked Podcast, Sarah Stokes sits down with Mayeluz Navarro, founder of Soulful Portraits by Mayeluz, for a heart-centered conversation about confidence, personal branding, leadership, imposter syndrome, entrepreneurship, and the courage to truly be seen. Mayeluz shares her incredible story—from growing up in Cuba and cherishing the few photographs her grandmother made possible, to becoming a sought-after personal branding photographer in Charlotte helping women entrepreneurs show up powerfully and authentically. In this episode, we discuss: • Why visibility starts from within• How women unknowingly hide behind their business• Alignment, leadership & recognition in entrepreneurship• Confidence vs. action—which comes first?• How personal branding photography impacts business growth• Overcoming imposter syndrome as a woman in business• Why updated photos matter for entrepreneurs & professionals• The emotional power of truly seeing yourself This episode is packed with encouragement for women ready to stop playing small and start showing up fully in their businesses and lives. Connect with Mayeluz Navarro: 📸 The Brand Photography Studio 📱 305-771-2510 📸 Instagram: @thebrandphotographystudio 💼 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mayeluz-navarro📘 Facebook: The Brand Photography Studio Hosted by: Sarah StokesSr. Mortgage Loan AdvisorNMLS 1743154 | 376205Coast2Coast Mortgage Lending 📩 sarah.stokes@coast2coastml.com📱 704-301-6040 & 828-772-4638 📸 Instagram: @sarahwhitleystokes🎥 YouTube: Fully Stoked Podcast & Sarah Stokes🎵 TikTok: @lendersarahstokes📘 Facebook: Sarah Whitley Stokes🔗 https://linktr.ee/sarahwhitleystokes 🎙️ Podcast Disclaimer:Guest views and opinions are their own and may not reflect my personal beliefs. The Fully Stoked Podcast exists to encourage authentic conversations, growth, and meaningful dialogue. While my life is guided by faith in Yeshua HaMashiach, I welcome diverse perspectives with the hope of inspiring listeners to grow and live with purpose.✨ Stay Fully Stoked. #FullyStokedPodcast #WomenInBusiness #PersonalBranding #FemaleEntrepreneurs #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Confidence #BrandPhotography #CharlotteNC

  8. 13 Jul

    Nora D. Richardson: Branding, Resilience & Building a Business That Feels Like You

    What if the biggest mistake in your business branding is starting with your logo? In this episode of the Fully Stoked Podcast, Sarah Stokes interviews Nora D. Richardson, founder of Spot-On Branding, to discuss what she calls Foundational Branding — the deeper work of clarifying your values, story, positioning, and messaging before ever touching a logo or color palette. Nora shares how entrepreneurs can stop chasing everyone, attract better-fit clients, communicate more clearly, and build a business that feels aligned and authentic. She also opens up about her extraordinary personal story — overcoming a difficult childhood, living under 20 roofs from ages 13–18, putting herself through school, becoming the first in her family to graduate college, and building a thriving business and beautiful life. If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, speaker, realtor, coach, or simply someone trying to create a life with more purpose and freedom, this episode is for you. Connect with Nora D. Richardson / Spot-On Branding: Website: https://spot-onbranding.com Email: nora@spot-onbranding.com Instagram: @noradrichardson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norarichardson/ Connect with Sarah Stokes: Instagram: @sarahwhitleystokes TikTok: @lendersarahstokes YouTube: Fully Stoked Podcast Sarah Stokes Sr. Mortgage Loan Advisor Coast2Coast Mortgage Lending NMLS1743154 | 376205 Disclaimer: Guest opinions are their own. This podcast is intended to inspire, educate, and encourage thoughtful conversation.

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Welcome to Fully Stoked, where Sarah and Cody Stokes dive into real conversations about marriage, business, food, and life. As a powerhouse couple balancing entrepreneurship, family, and fun, they explore relationships, growth, leadership, and success with honesty and humor. Featuring chefs, realtors, influencers, and entrepreneurs, each episode delivers inspiration, laughter, and insight. Sarah also spotlights women in business, sharing their wins, lessons, and wisdom. Tune in, connect, and stay Fully Stoked!

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  • Creator
    Cody and Sarah Stokes
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Cody and Sarah Stokes
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    Fully Stoked