Episode 3: From Struggle to Success

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow, Carmen takes a candid journey through her past, reflecting on her roots and the experiences that shaped her identity.From childhood memories of growing up in North County, St. Louis, to the challenges of becoming a young mother in Ferguson, Missouri, Carmen shares how her resilience and faith carried her through tough seasons and fueled her rise in comedy. She opens up about the lessons she’s learned, the hardships of grief, and the pivotal moments that led her to pursue her dreams in Hollywood.And because no DYD episode is complete without a touch of creativity, Carmen brings the laughs with a segment on crafting and fashion — showing how to transform an ordinary pair of sneakers into something extraordinary without breaking the bank.🗒️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:Roots in St. Louis – Carmen’s childhood in a middle-class suburban neighborhood and the realities of raising her kids in Ferguson.Resilience Through Struggle – How motherhood, grief, and grit shaped her personal and professional success.First Steps in Comedy – Humorous stories from her early days on stage and the leap of faith that brought her to Hollywood.Crafting + Fashion Segment – How to elevate sneakers with a creative DIY twist that’s low-cost and high-style.📨 Participate & Win:Send your Comical Confession or grief story to: [email protected] Carmen on Instagram: @carmencomedySubscribe on YouTube: Carmen Barton ComedyConnect via Linktree: @carmenbarton🎤 About Carmen BartonCarmen Barton sizzles as one of the most captivating female comics to grace the stage! With a natural flair for entertainment, she effortlessly juggles the roles of a new widow and mother to three adult children. Even amid her personal struggles, Carmen's relatability, adaptability, and refreshing take on life never fail to win over audiences.In the midst of her grief, Carmen bravely shared snippets of her journey in an anthology, propelling her book, And Then She Bounced Back, to the top of Amazon's best sellers list!Armed with an uncanny ability to find humor in life's trials, Carmen fearlessly transforms her most painful and awkward moments into uproarious comedy.She’s brought her comedic talents to stages worldwide — from U.S. comedy clubs to military bases in Kuwait, Iraq, and Afghanistan — and has been featured on Martin Lawrence Presents: 1st Amendment Stand Up, Comedy In Color, and BET’s Ms. Pat Settles It. Recently, Carmen starred in and produced her debut film This is Life, now streaming on Tubi and Amazon.With But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow, Carmen brings her humor, honesty, and heart to the mic, inviting listeners to laugh, reflect, and ride along on her one-of-a-kind journey.🎬 Production Credits:Executive Producer: Carmen BartonSenior Producer: Coach Dagne BartonPodcast Engineer: DoBoy👉 Closing Note: You’ve officially been Carmonized! Tune in next week for Episode 4 — where more laughter, lessons, and confessions await.Closing 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