A podcast exploring the origin stories of masters in their craft—from elite athletes to dedicated teachers—to uncover the mindset of overcoming adversity and finding joy in the pursuit of greatness.
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Contact path
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Booking probability
22%
Guest openness
Selective
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Signup to Generate a PitchA podcast exploring the origin stories of masters in their craft, from elite athletes to dedicated teachers, to uncover the mindset of overcoming adversity and finding joy in the pursuit of greatness.
Origin Stories is hosted by XJ Sylve. The show has published 6 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "S1E6 Origin Stories: Love is the Lesson, with Marcie Wombold, Ed.D." (27 January 2026, 57 minutes), "S1E6 Origin Stories: Love is the Lesson, with Marcie Wombold, Ed.D." (27 January 2026, 57 minutes), and "S1E5 Origin Stories: Just Keep Pedaling, with Steven Wright" (21 January 2026, 65 minutes).
Origin Stories publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 56 minutes across 6 episodes.
Booking probability for Origin Stories is 22%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Origin Stories requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Origin Stories's contact route on record: public web form.
XJ Sylve hosts Origin Stories, an arts show with 6 episodes published.
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Episode #6
<p>Welcome back to Origin Stories. In this episode, we sit down with Marcie Wombold, a teacher-leader, dedicated researcher, and one of the most authentically impactful people in the world of education. For over 20...
Episode #6
Welcome back to Origin Stories. In this episode, we sit down with Marcie Wombold, Ed.D., a teacher-leader, dedicated researcher, and one of the most authentically impactful people in the world of education. For over 20...
Episode #4
<p>Welcome back to Origin Stories, the place where we explore the unexpected twists and lifelong connections that define who we are. Today, I sit down with a person who fundamentally changed my path—my longtime mentor...
Episode #4
<p><b>Description</b></p><p>In this inspiring episode of Origin Stories, we celebrate the powerful journey of Tamar Coleman, Assistant Principal at Garfield High School. Tamar’s entire career—spanning 15+ years across...
Episode #3
<p>In this episode of Origin Stories, we go on a field trip into the world of Muay Thai and jiu-jitsu to explore the gym as a profound place of education. I sit down with my old coach, Zach Zabel of Vital Muay Thai and...
Episode #2
<p>In this episode of Origin Stories, I sit down with true Seattle leader, Rick DuPree, to trace an incredible journey of creative reinvention and lifelong service. Rick's path is a masterclass in persistence, moving...
Episode #1
<p><b>Description</b></p><p>In the very first episode of Origin Stories, I sit down with <b>my mom, Sheree Bennett</b>, to trace the incredible story of her resilience. Her journey shows what it takes to navigate the...
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