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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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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 Podcast00:30 Why Fashion Episodes Matter03:00 Closet Clutter and One-Off Buys05:20 Seasonal Wardrobe Swap07:47 Organizing Without Overwhelm11:06 Two Questions Closet Audit16:33 Donate Sell, and Upcycle Plans18:49 Signature Style and Outfit Repeats23:01 Packing for Toronto26:19 Core Pieces and Final Pep Talk28:09 Outro and Stay ConnectedThis 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.michelleShop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokesMentioned in this episode:Shop Michelle’s FavoritesWant to snag the looks, outfit inspo, or products discussed today? Head to the link above to shop Michelle’s personal collection and recommendations!
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 Podcast00:30 Monday Routine and Outfit Diary01:46 Where to Shop My Looks02:04 Bikini Confidence and Body Talk06:12 Stop Obsessing Over Sizes12:16 Real Examples and Best Brands13:48 Boutique Sizing and Curvy Fits17:43 Awkward Store Experience22:51 Fall Wardrobe Reset and Mindset25:36 DM Me for Styling Help27:09 Final Thoughts and GoodbyeThis 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.michelleShop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes
Michelle takes a deep breath and checks in on the three pillars of her life: self, relationships, and motherhood. From taking Calm pills for morning anxiety to shutting down Josh's romantic attempts because she couldn't stop thinking about the messy basement rec room and house repairs, Michelle is unpacking why turning off the female brain is easier said than done. Plus, she shares a tearful morning realization about connecting with her 13-year-old son Ben, and the simple car-ride trick that's helping her bridge the gap.Episode Timestamp;00:00 Sponsor Message00:17 Welcome to the Show00:47 Three Pillars Update01:52 Anxiety and Body Check-In02:40 Supplements and Libido Shift04:05 Bloat and Stress Spiral06:44 Why I Keep Saying No10:54 Therapy Questions Ahead13:37 Mom Mode and Teen Worries15:42 Connecting With Boys18:53 Pushing Past Resistance21:34 Wrapping Up and Next Week23:03 Final OutroThis one's for the ladies who need a car ride with their teenagers and a complete brain-reset with their partners.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.michelleShop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes
Have you ever announced something massive to the world, fully expecting it to break the internet, only to be met with complete radio silence?In this episode, Michelle is recapping the highly anticipated aftermath of her and Josh's first couples therapy session. While she expected her DMs to explode after opening up about getting professional help, she is sharing why she refuses to hide the messy, unfiltered reality of a normal, busy marriage. From showing up to the therapist's office without her wedding ring to getting a massive homework assignment she’s struggled to complete, Michelle is giving you the raw, behind-the-scenes scoop on what really happens when the "honeymoon" kid-free phase ends, and real life comes rushing back.Episode Chapters;00:00 Welcome to the Show00:30 Why We Started Therapy02:53 First Session Storytime04:50 Stigma and Breakthroughs07:45 Homework and Nonnegotiables09:24 Kids Return Reality Check11:49 The Babysitter Blowup14:20 Mental Load and Expectations17:25 Sharing Online and Inviting DMs19:10 Final Thoughts and OutroThis one's for the ladies carrying the mental load, navigating the hard conversations, and realizing that sometimes, you just need a professional to help translate what your husband is actually trying to say.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.michelleShop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokesMentioned in this episode:Find Your Next HomeLooking to buy, sell, or invest in real estate? Click the link above to explore current listings, real estate services, and connect directly with Michelle and the Sold by Stokes Team!
What happens when the kids go away to the grandparents' and you suddenly find yourself with nothing but space, time, and your husband? While the first few days feel like a honeymoon of HelloFresh dates, zero laundry, and absolute freedom, the silence can sometimes bring the loudest questions to the surface.In this raw, unfiltered, "dear diary" episode, Michelle shares a major wake-up call in her marriage. What started as a picture-perfect date at a Fairy Land picnic quickly derailed into a massive argument on the drive home—one where neither of them could even remember what actually started it.Tune in as Michelle gets incredibly candid about the realities of marriage behind the picture-perfect Instagram feed, unpacking:00:34 Kids Away Unexpected Space01:26 Fairyland Picnic Blowup04:10 The Text That Changed Everything06:22 What Happens Without Kids07:38 A Day Later New Decisions08:12 Why We Chose Counseling11:43 The Cycle And Deeper Triggers15:42 Walking Into Therapy Nervous16:32 Money Mindsets And Friction18:57 Asking For Counseling Advice20:39 Hope For The Marriage21:36 Final Takeaways And GoodbyeThis one's for the ladies who are brave enough to let the gates down, get uncomfortable, and do the hard work to save their marriages before things fall apart.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.michelleShop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes
Have you ever looked at old photos of yourself in your 20s and realized you actually look and feel younger, lighter, and more energized today?In this episode, Michelle is diving into what it means to truly come into your own as you approach 40. Inspired by a raw, eye-opening conversation with Josh during a rainy walk around Quidi Vidi, Michelle unpacks why aging is actually a beautiful glow-up of confidence, self-assuredness, and freedom from the insecurities that hold us back when we are younger.But "real talk" on this podcast means going beyond the surface. Michelle gets hilariously candid about the unsexy parts of wellness, her daily routines, and the lifestyle changes that have her feeling better than ever.Episode Timestamps;00:00 Welcome to Bombshell00:32 Rainy Newfoundland Vibes01:15 Podcast Behind the Scenes02:28 Finally Sharing Links05:37 Confidence Compliments07:03 Supplements and Routine09:25 Josh on Getting Older13:17 Gut Health Real Talk14:27 Vaginal Health Chat19:19 Movement and New Goals20:23 Dance Class Leap21:23 Wrap Up and GoodbyeThis one’s for the women who are finally coming into themselves, owning their confidence, and realizing that the older we get, the better it truly gets!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.michelleShop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes
Three years. 145 Mondays. Michelle takes a moment to thank everyone who's shown up, sent DMs, shared episodes, and trusted her with the messy parts of their lives before diving into the most relatable fashion crisis she's ever faced: a husband who deliberately wears the tropical palm tree hoodie just to prove a point. From the Gander parking lot incident where he showed up without his beard and she genuinely didn't want to look at him, to the quarterly solo shopping trips that come home with stripes, prints, and bright colors that sit in his closet with tags still on—this is Michelle processing the very specific pain of being someone everyone trusts for fashion advice except the one person she lives with.Episode Timestamps;00:00 Welcome to the Show00:30 Three Year Milestone02:12 Meet and Greet Idea03:33 Real Life Reality Check04:37 Real Estate Gratitude05:57 Today’s Episode Tease06:21 August Life Update07:01 Husband vs Fashion12:14 Beard Drama Storytime15:24 Affiliate Links and Finds18:05 Why He Pushes Back18:59 Final Sign OffIf you have a partner who dresses himself just to test your limits, share this—and know you are not alone.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.michelleShop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes
Michelle records on a Monday (applause, please) and opens with Scarlet on a steep hill in the freezing wind, saying "I can't" for the first time—and Michelle sees herself so clearly it hurts. Then she gets into the real thing: a meme that stopped her cold. "My toxic trait is that I want to stay home with the kids, but I also want a job, but not so many hours I miss the kids, but I also need a break from the kids, but I don't want anyone else watching the kids." That's the whole episode. From sneaking away from the office to grab Ben's X-ray requisition because she couldn't let Josh just handle it, to booking Brooklyn for the summer and then going home at 2 PM anyway because she wanted to be the one taking them swimming, to trying to secure a buyer inquiry from the passenger seat on the way to the pool—this is Michelle not knowing which version of herself she actually wants to be, and being very honest about it.Episode Timestamps;00:00 Welcome to the Show00:41 Last Week Reflection01:00 Bike Ride Challenge03:40 I Can't vs I Should06:11 Dance Off Redemption06:57 This Week's Topic Intro07:16 Toxic Trait Post08:02 Mompreneur Tug of War08:59 Forgetting the X-Ray09:55 Control Freak Confession12:44 Summer FOMO Spiral15:05 Real Estate Flexibility Myth16:02 Working on the Way Swimming17:01 Can You Have Both18:23 Summer Plan and Wrap Up19:37 Final GoodbyeIf you're stuck between boss mode and mom mode with no idea which one wins, share this with a friend who's fighting the same battle—misery loves company and so does self-awareness.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
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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