Beyond the Bombshell: Confidence, Style, and Empowerment for Women

Michelle Stokes
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Welcome to Beyond the Bombshell—the podcast where real life meets relatable chaos and vulnerability. Host Michelle Stokes dives into the everyday highs and lows of being a wife, mom, entrepreneur, and unapologetically human. From juggling hormones and relationships to chasing dreams and navigating those "just trying to survive the week" moments, this podcast is your reminder that life is messy, but it's also full of beauty and growth. Come for the unfiltered honesty, stay for the laughs, lessons, and the occasional coffee-fueled brain dump. Let's embrace the bombshell moments—one imperfect episode at a time.

  1. 6d ago

    "From Basement to Storefront": This One's for the Dreamers & Doers | Ep. 157

    Have you ever wondered where the name Beyond the Bombshell actually comes from, or why Michelle’s social handle is @bombshellbabesclub? In this episode, Michelle takes you on an iconic walk down memory lane—tracing the 10-year journey from a random pop-up trailer idea on Van Buren Street to a booming basement boutique, a $50K storefront gamble during COVID, and the brave decision to pivot when the spark faded. Whether you're an OG Bombshell who remembers the pale pink Instagram quotes or brand new to the community, Michelle is getting real about retail elitism, markup mistakes, and what it truly takes to build a tribe. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to Bombshell 01:36 Why Bombshell Exists 02:32 From Hacked Page to Boutique 04:00 The Pop Up Trailer Idea 07:16 Shopping Insecurity Spark 10:09 Basement Boutique Era 11:04 Finding Wholesalers Online 14:08 The Bombshell Tribe 15:38 Shop My Quick Break 16:46 Scaling Up and Shopify 19:08 Money Mistakes and Markups 20:47 Dreaming of a Storefront 21:08 Loan Roadblocks 21:42 Real Estate Pull 22:57 Going Legit Storefront 24:28 Grand Opening Chaos 25:38 COVID Gamble 26:18 Pricing Reality Check 27:22 Manager Leaves Decision 30:46 Closing With Honesty 32:18 Legacy Still Lingers 36:51 Bombshell Community Today 39:55 Why Beyond Bombshell 43:05 Final Reflections Goodbye This one’s for the OG Babes, the female entrepreneurs, and the women brave enough to write their own stories! If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to follow the podcast and share it with a friend who might need to hear this conversation too. And if you want to stay connected, you can find me on social media and on my website via the links below. I love hearing from you, so don’t be shy about jumping into my DMs. Let’s Connect! Follow Michelle Stokes on; LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/bombshell.by.michelle Shop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes

  2. Oct 19

    Contentment vs. Drive: This One's for the Women Facing Mental Fatigue | Ep. 156

    What happens when your partner looks at you and admits he feels like he’s in constant competition with the entire world just to get your attention? In this episode, Michelle delivers a raw, post-Thanksgiving "dear diary" check-in straight from her car. Fresh off a busy season of client moves, fall business planning, and a family getaway, Michelle gets candid about the addiction to social media dopamine hits, the bedtime phone battles in marriage, and the internal struggle high achievers face when deciding whether to be content or push for even greater impact. Episode Timestamps; 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 00:30 Three Things on My Mind 03:26 Thanksgiving Reset and Busy Season 05:04 Craving More Purpose 06:04 Josh vs My Phone 10:25 Bedtime Scroll Cycle 15:37 Therapy and Communication Triggers 20:03 Saying Yes to Everyone 21:50 Small Circle and Turning 40 22:41 Ask for Your Advice 23:49 Closing and Goodbye This one’s for the ladies juggling busy schedules, screen time habits, and the constant urge to balance ambition with presence! If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to follow the podcast and share it with a friend who might need to hear this conversation too. And if you want to stay connected, you can find me on social media and on my website via the links below. I love hearing from you, so don’t be shy about jumping into my DMs. Let’s Connect! Follow Michelle Stokes on; LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/bombshell.by.michelle Shop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes

  3. Oct 12

    Ditching Complacency: This One's for the Wives Reclaiming Their Spark | Ep. 155

    What happens when you wake up, check your morning Facebook memories, and get jump-scared by a quote about single motherhood right in the middle of working on your marriage? In this episode, Michelle is coming off a massive mindset shift—complete with a fresh set of bangs and an unexpected high. From processing "choosing your hard" in marriage to an incredible surprise announcement from Josh for her upcoming 40th birthday, Michelle gets real about love languages, bi-weekly therapy awkwardness, and why grand gestures aren't shallow if they fuel your spark. Episode Timestamps; 00:00 Welcome to the Show 00:30 Harvest Moon Headspace 01:28 Why I Shut Down 02:19 Facebook Memory Trigger 04:42 Holding Others' Secrets 06:55 Showing Up Lighter 09:31 Outfit Links Break (Ad break) 10:16 Mexico Surprise Reveal 13:53 Love Languages and Effort 17:41 Therapy Reality Check 21:49 For Anyone Struggling 24:38 Wrap Up and Goodbye This one’s for the ladies who love a grand gesture, the wives doing the uncomfortable work in therapy, and the women ready to step into their 40s like a total goddess! If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to follow the podcast and share it with a friend who might need to hear this conversation too. And if you want to stay connected, you can find me on social media and on my website via the links below. I love hearing from you, so don’t be shy about jumping into my DMs. Let’s Connect! Follow Michelle Stokes on; LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/bombshell.by.michelle Shop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes

  4. Oct 5

    "Fix-It Mode" & The Harvest Moon: This One's for the Independent Women | Ep. 154

    What happens when you come off a vacation high straight into reality—complete with a broken hot water tank, foundation cracks in the garage, and an argument over Ziploc bag organizers? In this episode, Michelle delivers an incredibly raw, post-vacation "dear diary" check-in. From waking up at 5:27 AM in a funk to navigating therapy homework on a walk around South Brook Trail, Michelle gets brutally honest about what happens when high-achieving, independent women feel overwhelmed—and why a partner jumping into "fix-it mode" can sometimes trigger resentment instead of relief. Episode Timestamps; 00:00 Sponsor Message 00:20 Show Welcome 00:53 Vegas Memory Trigger 02:26 Morning Funk Spiral 05:50 Therapy Homework Stress 09:22 Walk Talk Breakdown 12:29 Phone Presence Tension 14:57 Dividing The Load 18:32 Why Im Always On 22:04 730 Walk Reset 23:33 Mindset Shift Perspective 27:21 Therapy Follow-Up 28:39 Harvest Moon Insights 30:28 Closing Outro This one’s for the ladies carrying a running mental checklist, the wives who need space to process, and the partners working through the uncomfortable side of therapy! If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to follow the podcast and share it with a friend who might need to hear this conversation too. And if you want to stay connected, you can find me on social media and on my website via the links below. I love hearing from you, so don’t be shy about jumping into my DMs. Let’s Connect! Follow Michelle Stokes on; LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/bombshell.by.michelle Shop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes

  5. Sep 28

    The Post-Vacation Buffer Hack: This One's for the Moms Needing a Reset | Ep. 153

    Have you ever come home from a full-on family vacation needing a vacation from your vacation? In this episode, Michelle recaps her action-packed family trip to Toronto, from Great Wolf Lodge and Canada’s Wonderland to Niagara Falls, then a solo work conference in Halifax. Unpacking the hilarious dynamic between giving her kids epic core memories and craving a little "bad and bougie" downtime, Michelle shares her non-negotiable travel-return life hack to avoid a downward spiral. Episode Timestamps; 00:00 Welcome to Bombshell 00:30 Toronto Trip Tease 01:27 Mom Needs Downtime 05:11 The Buffer Day Rule 11:05 Surprise Perfume Twist 12:46 Love Languages Talk 16:49 Purpose Over Profit 20:53 Outfit Links Break 21:14 Toronto and Great Wolf 25:16 Canada's Wonderland Wins 28:07 Hotel Room Reality 32:54 Fall Travel Plans 34:50 Wrap Up and Goodbye This one’s for the ladies who love giving their kids core memories, but also need a quiet hotel room, a luxury robe, and a buffer day to recharge! If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to follow the podcast and share it with a friend who might need to hear this conversation too. And if you want to stay connected, you can find me on social media and on my website via the links below. I love hearing from you, so don’t be shy about jumping into my DMs. Let’s Connect! Follow Michelle Stokes on; LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/bombshell.by.michelle Shop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes

  6. Sep 21

    Back-to-School Life Hacks: This One's for the Moms Managing the Chaos | Ep. 152

    Are back-to-school routines, endless activity pick-ups, and chaotic mornings leaving you in frantic overdrive? In this episode, Michelle is recording straight from her car outside gymnastics to share her ultimate, field-tested life hacks for busy moms and entrepreneurs. From establishing a sacred morning buffer before the kids wake up to outsourcing supper when life gets wild, Michelle breaks down practical, real-world systems to streamline your week, ditch the morning yelling, and bring sanity back to your schedule. Episode Timestamps; 00:00 Welcome to Beyond the Bombshell 00:30 When Tech Ruins Your Episode 02:06 Why Mornings Feel Chaotic 03:13 Sleep First and Wake Early 07:43 Divide and Conquer Mornings 09:24 Sunday Night Family Huddle 11:51 Build a Shared Family Calendar 13:42 Meal Prep Made Simple 15:27 Grocery Delivery Schedule Hack 17:49 Ask for Help Without Guilt 19:29 Make Time Just for You 21:44 Create a Launch Pad at Home 22:56 Permission to Mess Up 25:04 Wrap Up and Stay Connected This one’s for the ladies managing back-to-school chaos, streamlining their schedules, and giving themselves permission not to be perfect! If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to follow the podcast and share it with a friend who might need to hear this conversation too. And if you want to stay connected, you can find me on social media and on my website via the links below. I love hearing from you, so don’t be shy about jumping into my DMs. Let’s Connect! Follow Michelle Stokes on; LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/bombshell.by.michelle Shop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes

  7. Sep 14

    Fall Fashion & Core Basics: This One's for the Women Overwhelmed by Their Closets | Ep. 151

    Have you ever opened a jam-packed closet full of clothes and still felt like you had absolutely nothing to wear? In this episode, Michelle is taking you along for her seasonal closet swap—pulling out the fall fashion, packing away summer, and asking the hard questions about why we hold onto clothes we never actually wear. From finding four nearly identical purple knit sweaters to calling out the trap of keeping "someday" clothes for a future size, Michelle shares her practical, two-question rule to simplify your wardrobe and build a signature everyday style. Episode Timestamps; 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 00:30 Why Fashion Episodes Matter 03:00 Closet Clutter and One-Off Buys 05:20 Seasonal Wardrobe Swap 07:47 Organizing Without Overwhelm 11:06 Two Questions Closet Audit 16:33 Donate Sell, and Upcycle Plans 18:49 Signature Style and Outfit Repeats 23:01 Packing for Toronto 26:19 Core Pieces and Final Pep Talk 28:09 Outro and Stay Connected This one’s for the ladies ready to clear out the closet chaos, stop holding onto "someday" sizes, and embrace clothes that actually make them feel confident today! If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to follow the podcast and share it with a friend who might need to hear this conversation too. And if you want to stay connected, you can find me on social media and on my website via the links below. I love hearing from you, so don’t be shy about jumping into my DMs. Let’s Connect! Follow Michelle Stokes on; LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/bombshell.by.michelle Shop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes Mentioned in this episode: Shop Michelle’s Favorites Want to snag the looks, outfit inspo, or products discussed today? Head to the link above to shop Michelle’s personal collection and recommendations!

  8. Sep 7

    "Screw the Size Tag": This One's for the Ladies Embracing Their Curves

    Have you ever let a tiny, arbitrary number on a clothing label completely dictate how you feel about your body? In today's raw, funny, and highly relatable episode, Michelle tackles the silent anxiety that almost every woman experiences in the dressing room: the sizing trap. Inspired by a rare sunny stretch in Newfoundland, a hot pink bikini, and a disastrous trip to a local boutique, Michelle is unpacking why aging is the ultimate key to body confidence and why we need to stop letting clothing tags define our worth. Episode Timestamps; 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 00:30 Monday Routine and Outfit Diary 01:46 Where to Shop My Looks 02:04 Bikini Confidence and Body Talk 06:12 Stop Obsessing Over Sizes 12:16 Real Examples and Best Brands 13:48 Boutique Sizing and Curvy Fits 17:43 Awkward Store Experience 22:51 Fall Wardrobe Reset and Mindset 25:36 DM Me for Styling Help 27:09 Final Thoughts and Goodbye This one's for the ladies who are ready to let go of the number on the tag, find clothes that actually fit, and wear the bikini anyway! If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to follow the podcast and share it with a friend who might need to hear this conversation too. And if you want to stay connected, you can find me on social media and on my website via the links below. I love hearing from you, so don’t be shy about jumping into my DMs. Let’s Connect! Follow Michelle Stokes on; LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/bombshell.by.michelle Shop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes

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Welcome to Beyond the Bombshell—the podcast where real life meets relatable chaos and vulnerability. Host Michelle Stokes dives into the everyday highs and lows of being a wife, mom, entrepreneur, and unapologetically human. From juggling hormones and relationships to chasing dreams and navigating those "just trying to survive the week" moments, this podcast is your reminder that life is messy, but it's also full of beauty and growth. Come for the unfiltered honesty, stay for the laughs, lessons, and the occasional coffee-fueled brain dump. Let's embrace the bombshell moments—one imperfect episode at a time.

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