Her Origin Story

Toby Myles
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Her Origin Story is a podcast about the messy, magical beginnings of bold women who turned their ideas into impact. Hosted by storytelling coach Toby Myles, each episode features a real, unfiltered conversation with a female founder, creator, or changemaker about what sparked their journey. These aren’t highlight-reel success stories, they’re intimate looks at the first steps, the turning points, and the hard-earned lessons that shaped each woman’s path. Whether you're building a business, thinking about starting something new, or simply love a story that goes beyond the surface, this show is here to remind you: every powerful brand starts with a powerful origin story. Unpolished. Unfiltered. Unforgettable.

  1. Turning Clarity into Visibility with Toby Myles and Funke Jaiyeola

    1D AGO

    Turning Clarity into Visibility with Toby Myles and Funke Jaiyeola

    Check Out These Highlights: Funke opens up about her childhood in Nigeria, where watching bold women on TV planted the seed for her own voice and future path. She shares the pivotal leap from accounting to studying literature, culture, and digital media in Sweden, despite family objections and the fear of stepping into the unknown. Along the way, we explore how motherhood, resilience, and even a newspaper interview led to her first break in digital marketing. Funke explains why branding is far more than logos, why studying yourself matters more than studying competitors, and how finding intersections in your skills can set you apart. By the end of the episode, listeners will walk away with practical insights on personal branding, resisting the noise online, and building a business that feels authentic and sustainable. About Funke Jaiyeola: Funke Jaiyeola is a brand strategist and content consultant who helps experts and founders go from “best kept secret” to seen, known, and sought after. With experience working with global brands like LinkedIn and Pipedrive, she champions women entrepreneurs and teaches the art of turning clarity into visibility. Connect with Funke: 🌐 Website: https://feebewrites.com/ 💼 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/funkejaiyeola Stalk Me Online! About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/ Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-Course Subscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela Cruz All content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

    37 min

  2. FEB 10

    Reclaiming Power from Within: Toby Myles & Elle Nagy on Releasing the High Achiever Archetype

    Check Out These Highlights: Elle Nagy opens up about her breaking point: lying in a field, asking the universe for answers, and how that moment sparked her transformation. She explains why depression is often a suppression of the self and how embracing authenticity became her path forward. Throughout the conversation, she reveals the profound difference between living as a “high achiever” and embracing the “artist archetype,” showing how shifting frequencies can change everything. Elle also shares practical insights on moving beyond fear, cultivating playfulness, and creating a life that feels rich, intentional, and deeply aligned. By the end of the episode, listeners will walk away with a new lens on identity, success, and the courage to reimagine themselves from the inside out. About Elle Nagy: Elle Nagy is a professional life coach and identity reimagination mentor. Through her Women Reimagined platform, she helps high-achieving women release the hustle-driven archetype and reclaim a life that feels powerful, authentic, and rooted in love. Connect with Elle: 🌐 Website: https://ellenagy.com 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elle-nagy/ 💬 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elleanagy Stalk Me Online! About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/ Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-Course Subscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela Cruz All content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

    55 min

  3. FEB 3

    Building Community That Lasts: Toby Myles & Kelly Vrchota on Creating Memberships That Truly Make an Impact

    Check Out These Highlights: Kelly Vrchota’s journey into membership strategy began long before she realized it—rooted in her years as a teacher, her deep belief in community, and the unexpected loss of her best friend and first client. Helping that friend build a membership for adoptive and foster families showed Kelly what was possible when people gather around a shared mission. After her friend’s passing, the community continued to thrive, revealing the lasting impact of thoughtful, heart‑centered membership design. As Kelly navigated grief and asked herself what kind of work truly filled her cup, she realized her sweet spot was helping entrepreneurs create aligned, sustainable memberships that feel good for everyone involved. In this conversation, she shares why community matters now more than ever, how to build spaces where people feel they belong, and why simplicity, not hustle, is the key to long‑term success. If you’ve ever wondered how to build a membership that’s both meaningful and manageable, Kelly’s story offers a grounded, refreshing perspective on creating something that lasts. About Kelly Vrchota: Kelly Vrchota is a membership and community strategist who helps entrepreneurs build recurring‑revenue offers rooted in connection, sustainability, and impact. With a background in teaching and years of hands‑on experience supporting mission‑driven founders, she brings a calm, thoughtful approach to designing communities that truly serve. Connect with Kelly: 🌐 Website: https://www.kellyvrchota.com/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyvrchota/ 🎁 Free Resource: https://www.kellyvrchota.com/rightfit.html Stalk Me Online! About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/ Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-Course Subscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela Cruz All content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

    41 min
  4. Finding Your Voice Beyond Burnout: Toby Myles & Krista Mollion on Choosing Courage Over Comfort

    JAN 27

    Finding Your Voice Beyond Burnout: Toby Myles & Krista Mollion on Choosing Courage Over Comfort

    Check Out These Highlights: Krista Mollion’s journey takes her from an ambitious corporate climber to building an eight‑figure agency, only to realize she had lost herself in the process. The breaking point came with burnout and panic attacks that forced her to reevaluate everything. Twice she chose to leave comfort behind, decisions that proved to be the bravest of her career, especially after the grief of losing her father deepened her commitment to living without regrets. Today, her pivot into fractional CMO work reflects a new chapter where authenticity, values, and courage stand out as the ultimate differentiators in an AI‑driven marketing landscape. If you’ve ever felt trapped by success or afraid to make a bold pivot, Krista’s story is proof that choosing courage over comfort can lead to a more aligned, fulfilling life and business. About Krista Mollion: Krista Mollion is a fractional CMO and founder of Unignorable Brands. She helps B2B founders grow visibility and attract dream clients by blending standout strategy with authentic storytelling and smart use of AI. Connect with Krista: 🌐 Website: https://unignorablebrands.kit.com/be-unignorable 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristamollion 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristamollion 🎁 Free Resource: https://unignorablebrands.kit.com/ceo-guide Stalk Me Online! About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/ Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-Course Subscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela Cruz All content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

    44 min
  5. From Wellness to Workflow: Toby Myles & Lisa Klein on Building Systems That Support the Life You Want

    JAN 20

    From Wellness to Workflow: Toby Myles & Lisa Klein on Building Systems That Support the Life You Want

    Check Out These Highlights: If you’ve ever felt like your business is running you instead of the other way around, this conversation will hit home. Lisa Klein started her journey after her mother’s breast cancer diagnosis inspired her to prioritize her own health; what began as a fitness challenge became a lifelong mission to help other women build healthier, more intentional lives. In this episode, Lisa shares how her early work in wellness evolved into her role as a business coach and process strategist. We talk about what it really means to build systems that align with your values, how to stop saying yes to everything, and why your success depends on your ability to care for yourself as much as your business. About Lisa Klein: Lisa Klein is a business coach and process strategist who helps women simplify how they work so their businesses support, not compete with, their lifestyle. With roots in health and wellness, she now blends mindset, structure, and strategy to help entrepreneurs create systems that feel good and actually work. Connect with Lisa: 🌐 Website: https://www.lisakleinco.com/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisakleinco/ 🎁 Free Resource: https://lisakleinco.myflodesk.com/coldtoconnected Stalk Me Online! About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/ Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-Course Subscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela Cruz All content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

    38 min
  6. Life Whispers & Book Journeys: Toby Myles & Jessica Noel on Pivoting Toward Purpose

    JAN 12

    Life Whispers & Book Journeys: Toby Myles & Jessica Noel on Pivoting Toward Purpose

    Check Out These Highlights: Jessica Noel’s story begins with her early love of books and the way her parents shaped her path as a lifelong reader and teacher. From there, she embarked on a winding journey that took her through technical writing and education before discovering copywriting and eventually leading publishing at Copy Hackers. A pivotal nudge from Joanna Wiebe reignited her passion for books and opened the door to her current work with authors. In this episode, Jessica shares why listening to “life whispers” can help entrepreneurs know when to pivot, and how relief often follows alignment.  She also explores the power of book doctoring, coaching, and consulting to help experts transform manuscripts into proud, publishable works that amplify their voice and business. Her story is a reminder that your path doesn’t have to be linear; sometimes, the detours reveal your truest calling. About Jessica Noel: Jessica Noel is a book coach, consultant, and publishing strategist who helps entrepreneurs and experts turn their ideas into powerful books that grow their businesses and amplify their voices. With a background in teaching, copywriting, and publishing, she brings both vision and integration to the book journey. Connect with Jessica: 🌐 Website: https://writeandmain.com/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicanoelbooks/ 💬 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/writeandmain/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writeandmain/ Stalk Me Online! About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/ Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-Course Subscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela Cruz All content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

    56 min
  7. Building Better Groups: Toby Myles & Kerry Dobson on Turning Knowledge into Transformation

    JAN 6

    Building Better Groups: Toby Myles & Kerry Dobson on Turning Knowledge into Transformation

    Check Out These Highlights: When the pandemic forced a sudden career pivot, Kerry Dobson found herself at a crossroads: stay in corporate or finally build something of her own. That moment sparked the creation of her business helping coaches, authors, and leaders design group programs that truly change lives. In this conversation, Kerry and Toby talk about the moment she realized her love for learning and development could evolve into something more intentional, how a disappointing speaker inspired her career direction, and what she’s learned about designing group experiences that engage and empower. Kerry also shares how collaboration may be the future of entrepreneurship and why “crappy group fatigue” is something she’s determined to fix for good. About Kerry Dobson: Kerry Dobson is a Group Program Architect who helps authors, coaches, and thought leaders transform their ideas into meaningful, results-driven group experiences. With a background in global learning and development, she blends strategy, empathy, and clarity to help experts turn their knowledge into programs that truly make an impact. Connect with Kerry: 🌐 Website: https://www.jjdak.com/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-dobson/ 🎙 Podcast: https://www.jjdak.com/podcasts 🎁 Free Resource: https://app.helloaudio.fm/feed/441d3a0f-2a17-4328-8039-009fab06fd30/signup Stalk Me Online! About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/ Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-Course Subscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela Cruz All content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

    44 min
  8. From Blog to Business: Toby Myles & Megan Porta on Taking the Leap and Building a Life You Love

    12/30/2025

    From Blog to Business: Toby Myles & Megan Porta on Taking the Leap and Building a Life You Love

    Check Out These Highlights: When Megan Porta returned to work after maternity leave, she knew something had to change. What started as a tearful conversation with a friend—and the offhand comment, “Why don’t you just do it?”—became the spark that launched a food blog, a thriving business, and a life built around what matters most: freedom and family. In this conversation, Megan shares how getting fired became the best thing that ever happened to her, how she built Eat Blog Talk into a top-rated podcast and community, and why following intuition (even without a plan) can lead to something extraordinary. We also talk about what a decade of RV travel has taught her about courage, creativity, and taking one small step at a time toward the life you want. About Megan Porta: Megan Porta is the founder of Eat Blog Talk, a top-ranked podcast and community that helps food bloggers build sustainable businesses and find more clarity, focus, and freedom. She’s also the voice behind Pip and Ebby, a comfort food blog, and the author of the upcoming book Take the Exit, inspired by her family’s 10 years of RV adventures. Connect with Megan: 🌐 Website: https://eatblogtalk.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatblogtalk/ Stalk Me Online! About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/ Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-Course Subscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela Cruz All content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

    35 min
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Her Origin Story is a podcast about the messy, magical beginnings of bold women who turned their ideas into impact. Hosted by storytelling coach Toby Myles, each episode features a real, unfiltered conversation with a female founder, creator, or changemaker about what sparked their journey. These aren’t highlight-reel success stories, they’re intimate looks at the first steps, the turning points, and the hard-earned lessons that shaped each woman’s path. Whether you're building a business, thinking about starting something new, or simply love a story that goes beyond the surface, this show is here to remind you: every powerful brand starts with a powerful origin story. Unpolished. Unfiltered. Unforgettable.

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  • Creator
    Toby Myles
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Her Origin Story
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    Her Origin Story