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.
"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 (https://linktr.ee/bombshell.by.michelle)
Shop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes (https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes)
19 Oct 2026
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 (https://linktr.ee/bombshell.by.michelle)
Shop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes (https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes)
12 Oct 2026
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 (https://linktr.ee/bombshell.by.michelle)
Shop with Me: https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes (https://go.shopmy.us/join/michellestokes)
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