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She Persisted Show with Melissa Carter

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After twenty years as a morning radio star in Atlanta, Melissa Carter has struck out on her own with the insightful podcast, "She Persisted.” It’s a mix of news, interviews and stories from her own remarkable life.

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United States

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After twenty years as a morning radio star in Atlanta, Melissa Carter has struck out on her own with the insightful podcast, "She Persisted.” It’s a mix of news, interviews and stories from her own remarkable life.

Language:

English


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Melissa interviews Voice Coach and Speech Language Pathologist Kathryn Woods, who talks about her own journey from being shy to becoming a public speaker and why it’s important for women to find their voices. Plus, Melissa shares two new projects she’s involved in!

Duration:00:59:36

Melissa's son has started Kindergarten! She shares her frustration with Mr. Carter's experience with remote learning so far, plus how she paid homage to her own Kindergarten teacher. Plus, Mr. Carter makes an appearance on the show!

Duration:00:59:11

Melissa talks to Grace Sammon, an educator and entrepreneur who has just released her debut novel, The Eves. Melissa also explains why the Mayor of Atlanta is a fan of the LGBTQ community.

Duration:00:59:48

Another major change in Melissa’s life has her reflecting on how we are all reacting to this pandemic. Plus, what does your home and the organization within it say about you?

Duration:00:59:44

Duration:00:59:17

Melissa gives an emotional reaction to the large community of people who refuse to wear a mask during this pandemic. Plus, she's got two new kittens in the house but which one has already given her a furry middle finger in only a way cats can?

Duration:00:59:33

What is true activism? Melissa gives her take. Plus, what is Melissa hoarding in her basement that now she’s trying to get rid of? And she says thank you to those who support her memorial to Millie Pete.

Duration:00:59:44

Melissa has a new addition to the family, and had to interrupt the show because of an accident that happened. Hear her live reaction! Plus, what concerns Melissa most about the Black Lives Matter protests? She’ll explain. And what is Betty White up to now?

Duration:00:59:27

Melissa talks about the passing of her mother, Millie Pete. Plus, what do some of the most powerful people in our history have in common? She’ll share it with you, and explain how you can have the same ability in yourself.

Duration:00:59:31

Melissa’s mother is not doing well, and she shares the struggle of facing her biggest fear. Plus, what does Melissa seem to do every time she’s about to jump on mic or Zoom? And, Melissa has ordered her protective masks, but where are they?

Duration:01:07:27

Melissa was a guest on Jenn Hobby’s Instagram Live, and shares that experience with you. Plus, what is it she keeps mindlessly doing that interrupts all her online meetings? Melissa will explain.

Duration:00:59:46

What does Mr. Carter day to people during this pandemic that Melissa says speaks to how everyone is feeling? Plus, Melissa shares some movie and books to get you through your time at home. And, what is Melissa doing on a gardening show??

Duration:00:59:30

Melissa believes if you don’t do it during quarantine, you’re not going to get it done. She’ll share examples. Plus, when should we return to normal? Melissa gives her opinion on what government officials recommend.

Duration:00:59:43

It's Easter weekend, and Melissa talks about how she upset Mr. Carter with her description of what the holiday is all about. Plus, what celebrity did Melissa meet in Key West last month? And, how does Survivor's Guilt apply to what is happening today?

Duration:00:59:50

Katie Jo joins the show! Melissa talks with her ex-girlfriend and Baby Mama about how they worked through their negative feelings after the break up to become the best co-parents to their son they could be. Plus, what advice they’d give to other parents who have or are are going through similar break-ups.

Duration:00:59:22

Melissa is settling into her social distancing routine, but has around a new nemesis that hovers around her back deck. Plus, she talks about her aging dog and the humorous tendencies she has now that Melissa is home all the time. And, what’s in the background of people’s homes during your conference calls?

Duration:00:59:38

Melissa is back from vacation to a whole new world. She discusses her 50th birthday celebration in Key West and the fact she hasn’t left the house since returning from the airport. Feeling anxious about the virus? Melissa will explain how most of us have nothing to complain about.

Duration:01:00:55

Melissa had a scare with her 20-year-old cat and shares the close call with humor. Plus, there’s a powerful video narrated by Cynthia Nixon that conveys all the messages women are given throughout their lives. Melissa will share that too. And, what did the girlfriend of a colleague say that mad Melissa angry?

Duration:00:59:01

Melissa speaks with former colleague and current Atlanta morning show host Jenn Hobby about being a leader in a more intimate setting, as well as how priorities change as you grow older. Plus, Melissa introduces you to an Instagram feed that honors women in a unique way.

Duration:00:58:57

Jennifer Perry joins Melissa to continue the conversation about women in leadership. Jennifer is a current colleague and a former manager of Melissa’s, and they discuss the downside of management. Plus, Melissa shares her frustration with another parents’ treatment of their daughter. Is she in the right?

Duration:00:59:39