Evolution Stories
Welcome to Evolution Stories
The podcast where transformation takes center stage. Hosted by Emily Hill, founder of The Evolution Empire, this show dives deep into the stories of people, brands, and ideas that have evolved to become something greater.
Each episode explores the personal and professional journeys of entrepreneurs, creatives, changemakers, and visionaries who have navigated challenges and breakthroughs in growth. From career pivots to brand evolutions, our guests share how they’ve transformed their lives, businesses, and communities.
Whether you're seeking inspiration to start your own evolution, insight into building an authentic brand, or the courage to pursue your next chapter, Evolution Stories is here to fuel your journey. Let’s evolve together.
Episodes cover topics like:
🌀 Personal growth and career reinvention
🌀 Building a purpose-driven brand
🌀 Overcoming obstacles and embracing change
🌀 Cultivating resilience and creativity
🌀 Insights on innovation, culture, and societal evolution
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📲 Follow & Connect:
✨ Website: www.theevolutionempire.com
📩 Contact: emily@theevolutionempire.com
📸 Instagram: @evolutionwithemily @theevolutionempire
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetemilyhill/
Episodes
18 episodes
Evolution of Marathons (and a running pep talk!)
(Add this episode to your Marathon/Running Playlist for when you feel like you want to give up)This podcast has been in complete hibernation as I have been opening myself up to traveling the world, prioritizing new aspec...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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3:21
Evolved E-Commerce Photo + Video Production
Today on Evolution Stories (previously Embracing Evolution) we are joined by Soona’s Co-Founder and CEO, Liz Giorgi. She and her business partner Hayley Anderson have completely evolved photo and video production for small businesses. Soona is ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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36:56
Transform Travel with Powerful Storytelling
Today on Evolution Stories (previously Embracing Evolution) we are joined by TV Host and Travel Media Extraordinaire, Scott Eddy, known by many as Mr.Scott Eddy. Scott’s evolution story takes us on a unique journey. He went from being a stockbr...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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51:04
One Tassel Created an Entire Small Business to Spark Joy in the World
Today we kick off season 2 of Evolution Stories (previously Embracing Evolution) with Charleston fashion icon and entrepreneur extraordinaire, Mimi Striplin. What started as one style of tassel earrings has evolved into an expansive collection ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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53:54
Brew Balance + Healthy Living with Non-Alcoholic Beer
Today I have the pleasure of being joined by one of my very own clients, Emree Woods, Founder of Rightside Brewing, a non-alcoholic beer brand in Atlanta, GA. She could have never anticipated that her first pregnancy in 2017 would inspire a non...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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22:31
Starting a Wellness Renegade with Adaptogenic Cold Brew
Today I am joined by Kelly Lamie, CEO and Co-Founder of a|dash, a Nashville and CHS wellness brand that delivers a daily dash of adaptogens through organic cold brew coffee. In a country where more than half the population drinks co...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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53:39
A Photographer's Journey
Eli Dreyfuss is the Founder and Creative Director of his own photography + cinematography business based in Boca Raton, FL. He is an award-winning visual storyteller and portraiture extraordinaire who delivers powerful messages through his mult...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:02:39
PonyBox Clothing – Transforming Women's Fashion
Hellen Moffitt, Founder of PonyBox and Charlotte, North Carolina’s fashion icon, set out with a dream to make style sustainable, accessible and affordable. PonyBox is like Rent-the-Runway, but instead of runway styles, the items are meant for R...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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33:41
The Evolution of Burger King's Brand
On this very special episode, I am joined by Joe Schott, the Senior Copywriter at Jones Knowles Ritchie. He comes bearing over 10 years of experience in the Marketing + Advertising field. Schott was a lead copywriter for the recent 2021 B...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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42:54
Sustainable Creative Entrepreneurship Opportunities in Uganda
Lauren Shipley is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Artisan Global and my dear friend. Artisan Global is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit that is evolving creative industries in Uganda with local entrepreneurs and artisans. She is embracing her p...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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33:49
Discover Deeper Healing
In today’s episode, Danielle Howley, experienced deeper healing personally and decided to use what she learned to help others. Her expertise in marketing and wellness make deeper healing accessible for everyone. In a pursuit to heal her husband...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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40:05
Media Representation for Global Brands
In today’s episode, Jess Weiner dives deep into her own experiences with personal and professional evolution. After growing up during a time when media didn’t have equal representation, she knew her calling was to define the blurred lines. As a...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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46:18
Meet the Queen of Charlotte Cuisine
Miranda Mounts, also known as @WhereToEatCharlotte or the Queen of Cuisine, has experienced the food and bev industry from all angles – starting as a seafood salesperson and working in several restaurants led Miranda to embrace her true foodie ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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38:35
Grinding Coffee Beans and New Beginnings
Alicia DeCastro, Founder of Fundati Coffee, closed one door at her corporate job in San Francisco only to open two more. After getting her yoga teacher training, she recognized the importance of implementing mindfulness exercises daily for even...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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30:42
Sprouting Food Education and Appreciation in Local Schools
In this episode, I sat down with Carter Edwards, the Youth Internship Program Project Manager at Green Heart Project, a farm-to-school non-profit based in Charleston, SC with the mission to grow, celebrate and eat food. After majoring in public...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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31:41
Corporate Turned Digital Nomad
Crosby Melendi, a recent graduate and digital marketing specialist felt trapped in what seemed to be her "dream agency job." She had always been told that this was where she should be. Inspired by her family's decision to move to the Netherland...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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20:58
Transforming the Wedding Industry: Not Your Basic Bride
Previously a leading event planner for Her Campus Media in Boston, Kayla Hoey, got let go from her full-time job and decided to pursue her passion for wedding planning. In order to stand out in a saturated market, she has capitalized on the con...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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30:42
Evolving Beyond Corporate NYC
In this episode, Valerie Cardenas shares her story of personal and professional growth on leaving a top tier agency corporate job in NYC to start her own creative agency in Atlanta, GA. Since then, she has been teaching herself the importance o...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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22:03