Episode 11: New Beginnings: Reflections and Resolutions

Send us Fan MailDescription: In this thoughtful and hope-filled episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow, Comedian Carmen Barton reflects on life after the holidays and what it means to enter a new year with renewed purpose, new expectations, and a commitment to personal growth.Carmen opens up about spending New Year’s Eve alone in bed, and surprisingly finding peace, renewal, and clarity instead of sadness. She shares how this season feels like a time of major transition — emotionally, spiritually, and professionally — and how new beginnings can emerge from places we least expect.With major shifts on the horizon, Carmen announces her upcoming appearance on CBS’s Byron Allen’s Comics Unleashed airing Thursday, January 15 — a milestone moment she’s excited to celebrate.This week’s Report Card Session highlights the big F for Fitness as Carmen discusses her 2026 goals, wellness intentions, and preparations for her milestone 50th birthday and comedy show coming later this year.She gives a special shout-out to Coach Dagne Barton and the women who attended the Get Up Girl Conference, acknowledging the community of resilience, ambition, and sisterhood that keeps so many women moving forward.And for her St. Louis audience — Carmen invites everyone to join her on April 19 at the St. Louis Funny Bone in Saint Charles, Missouri, for a night of laughter as she celebrates turning 50 with a comedy show you won’t forget!🗒️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:Reflections After the Holidays – From solitude to renewal.New Year, New Energy – Why 2026 feels different for Carmen.Major Career Announcements – Including her CBS appearance on Comics Unleashed.Report Card Session: Fitness – Goals, motivation, and prepping for 50.Sisterhood Shout-Outs – Love to the Get Up Girl tribe + women of St. Louis. More at www.linktree.com/getupgurl Comedy Show Invite – Celebrate Carmen’s 50th with laughter this April!🎟️ Upcoming Events & Tickets:🎂 Carmen’s 50th Birthday Comedy Show 📍 St. Louis Funny Bone — Saint Charles, Missouri 📅 April 19 🎫 Tickets at https://www.stlouisfunnybone.com/post/carmen-barton-april-19-special-engagement 📨 Participate & Share:Send your Comical Confession, grief story, or New Year’s resolution to: 📧 [email protected]🎤 About Carmen BartonCarmen Barton is a stand-up comedian, actress, and TV personality whose humor and candor make space for laughter and healing. A widow and mother of three, she transforms life’s toughest transitions into stories of resilience, faith, comedy, and jClosing Note: You’ve officially been Carmonized! Tune in next week for more laughter, lessons, and real-life conversations on love, loss, and living out loud. Follow; Like and Subscribe @CarmenComedy in IGFollow Carmen on Instagram: @carmencomedySubscribe on YouTube: Carmen Barton ComedyConnect via Linktree: @carmenbarton🎤 About Carmen BartonCarmen Barton is a stand-up comedian, actress, and TV personality known for her quick wit and authentic storytelling. A widow and mother of three, she fearlessly transforms life’s toughest moments into laughter, whether on stage, on screen, or behind the podcast mic. 🎬 Production Credits:Executive Producer: Carmen BartonSenior Producer: Coach Dagne Barton