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Send us Fan MailWe can joke about frogs in throats and the nightmare of finding a mouse in a bottle, but there’s a reason those stories grab us. Our brains lock onto disgust and fear fast and teens live with that same speed every day, except the target is often themselves.Jonelle breaks down how her work unexpectedly shifted from a corporate audience to what now feels like the clearest mission yet: Glow Girl, a confidence and self-worth program for high school girls. We talk through what a Glow Girl day can look like at a school, from a keynote on finding your voice to workshops and breakout sessions that make the learning stick. The heart of it is the GG leadership piece, where students carry the message forward through the school year instead of letting it fade after one assembly.Then we get into the exercise that stops rooms cold. Students and adults answer anonymously what they’ve said negatively about themselves and watch it form a word cloud in real time. The twist is what comes next: naming something positive you noticed about someone else in the room. That contrast exposes a hard truth about school culture and workplace culture: we think kind things, but if we don’t use our voice, people walk around alone with their worst thoughts.We also touch on why boys need this work too, why separate spaces can help them share honestly, and why Terry might need a guitar in his hands if he ever takes the stage. If you care about teen mental health, social emotional learning, student leadership, and real confidence skills, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share it with a teacher or parent, and leave a review with the one kind thing you wish people said out loud more often.Support the show

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Send us Fan MailI’m days away from a hysterectomy, and the only way I know to walk into a big moment like that is with equal parts honesty and humor. So we start there, with nerves, support, and the weird little jokes that make hard things feel lighter. Then we pivot into something that shows up everywhere, from marriage to entrepreneurship to the service industry: the art of connecting with strangers.A 16 or 17-year-old dishwasher gave us the best customer service lesson we’ve heard in a long time. He walked up while we were out playing for the Pink Heels Mother’s Day walk and invited us into his restaurant like it was his own. His secret was not a sales pitch, it was attitude and warmth: “I get to wash dishes today.” That single line sparked a bigger conversation about hospitality, relationship building, and why people come back when you make them feel seen.We also share a dinner that went sideways fast, complete with an unexpected commercial shoot at the table behind us and a bite of food that was literally frozen. From there, we get practical: eye contact, a real smile, tone, remembering names, and using your expertise to upgrade someone’s experience. We even touch on what to do with difficult customers, including the “gray rock” idea of staying calm and refusing to take the bait.If you care about customer service, small business growth, or simply being better with people, hit play, then subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review. What’s the best or worst customer service moment you’ve had lately?Support the show

Send us Fan MailA barking dog, a cord on the floor, a house that suddenly feels too quiet after the kids grow up, it all adds up fast. We sit down and get honest about the kind of letting go nobody glamorizes: the daily irritations that test your patience, and the deeper seasons of change that force you to grow whether you are ready or not. We start with something tender and real: aging pets and the heartbreak of knowing you might be nearing goodbye. From there, we zoom out to the stuff we keep because we think we should. Physical photos, old albums, yearbooks, wedding keepsakes, and boxes of memorabilia can carry love and history, but they can also become clutter and stress. We talk decluttering without shame, how the digital age changes what we save, and why “my kids will want this someday” is often a myth that keeps us stuck. Then we move into the hardest clutter of all: emotional baggage. We unpack anger, grudges, resentment, and how focusing on what is outside your control steals attention from the people who are actually showing up for you now. We also dig into paradigm shifts, mindset, and neuroplasticity, that practical idea that you can rewire your brain by practicing a new mental “route” until it becomes your new normal. If you’ve been craving a reset, this conversation is your nudge to choose peace on purpose. Listen, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a review if it helps. Then tell us in the comments: what are you letting go of right now?Support the show

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Send us Fan MailToday we chat about one of Jonelle's favorite hobbies.. meditation. Get in the flow and zen out with us today as we discuss how to startSupport the show

Send us Fan MailWe dive into the deep end of domestic abuse on today's episode with a plot twist... listen in and share your thoughts by connecting with us on social media at @nostagelights. If you need help it is available 24/7 by calling 800-799-7233 or by texting BEGIN to 88788Support the show

Send us Fan MailIt's quiz time!! Save this episode to use these questions the next time you need to spark the convo! Support the show

Send us Fan MailLet's just lay it out there... Terry did NOT want to touch on this topic but he says he is glad that we did because we sure learned a lot about each other lol....Support the show

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to Season SIX!! We are so excited to be back and we have a really great season planned for you. On today's kick off we chat about what it means to let go.. why it's hard and why it's necessary. Tune in.. we missed you!Support the show

Send us Fan MailThese life questions will have you thinking deeply all day! Tune in!Support the show

Send us Fan MailHello NSL listeners and welcome to our show. Today we discuss generational patterns and how we are breaking them. Oh... and Richard Simmons too. Enjoy! Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we debunk the lies we were told as kids. Spoiler alert... none of them are true. Support the show

Send us Fan MailIf a title could ever describe us then this is it! Tune in for all of the fun and be sure to stay until the end for a little blooper ;) Hope you all have as much fun as we do! Support the show

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode we dive into the ups and downs of partnership- Join in! Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we dig in to some light and some heavy stuff... grief, signs and knowing that we are in this together. Tune in with us! Support the show

Send us Fan MailChange is in the air and we have lots of feels about that! Tune in~ Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe rising cost of food is turning our once relaxing  past time into stress time- but there is always cake! Support the show

Send us Fan MailSocial media is always a heated debate in our home. Let's have an NSL discussion! Support the show

Send us Fan MailRon White, dental bridges and flour~ all on today's episode of No Stage Lights!Support the show

Send us Fan MailLate winter illness has hit the Carter home and we are sick of it! Tune in~Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe heart these episodes! Terry and I cover everything from bologna to hair loss... Just another day with the Carters~ Enjoy! Support the show

Send us Fan MailHey  NSL listeners! We are so glad to be back after a little pause in the action. Today we are breaking down failure and discussing why it can be a good thing.. Tune in! Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe always say "the smoke and mirrors behind everything from marriage to entrepreneurship" and we really really meant the marriage part this time. Tune in to part 2 of 2!Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe always say "the smoke and mirrors behind everything from marriage to entrepreneurship" and we really really meant the marriage part this time. Tune in to part 1 of 2! Support the show

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode we talk about one of our favorite topics- intention and manifestation. Tips on setting intention and shifting your mind set to accomplish anything at all!Support the show

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode we talk about our differences and why Terry hates IKEA~ Tune in!Support the show

Send us Fan MailDoes size REALLY matter? On today's episode, it's all about the little things! Support the show

Send us Fan MailWondering where that passion went? It might not be as far as you think- Tune in today~ Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn today's episode we discover that Jonelle is still awkward and loves baguettes ... Tune in for a really fun episode that is sure to make you laugh a bit...Also- check out our brand new membership option and help us keep the show on the road! Support the show

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode we talk about protecting your peace by limiting access to yourself and how to find more time by organizing just a few simple things! Support the show

Send us Fan MailWelcome to season 5 ( whaaatt??!) of NSL We are back and SO happy to be~ We have so many things to unpack with you all and have missed the heck out of you~ Support the show

Send us Fan MailThanks for tuning in to today's episode of NSL - The 7 rules of life... of which we forgot one so it's really the 6 rules. Leave it to us!Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe are growing as individuals and as a couple and we can't wait to share it with you... Tune in to this two part series today! Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe are growing as individuals and as a couple and we can't wait to share it with you... Tune in to this two part series today! Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we discuss all of the ways we feel love and feel good! Tune in! Support the show

Send us Fan MailQuestion episodes galore this week! Deep Q&A to make you really think. Enjoy! Support the show

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode we play a game of would you rather and things take a... well.. dirty turn- tune in!Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe had an emotional weekend here at the Carter house and we're gonna talk about it... x2  in our two part Therapy Is Now In Session episode - Tune in!Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe had an emotional weekend here at the Carter house and we're gonna talk about it... x2  in our two part Therapy Is Now In Session episode- Tune in! Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we chat about a very important topic to Jonelle and that is discovering and using the gifts we are born with to create a happy, healthier life. Tune in!~ Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday's episode is a come to Jesus, let me hear you preach it sort of episode. Making the decision to just get started is sometimes the hardest, but we can do ANYTHING if we decide to just do it. Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe wanted to try something different! We are in the car so much and almost every car ride we have these great conversations and say to each other “we really need to talk about this on our next episode” soooo we tried something new! Our first ever road podcast. Let us know what you think!Support the show

Send us Fan MailBattle of the Billboard Hits: 1983 vs. 1996 – Whose Year Ruled the Radio?In Episode 105 of No Stage Lights, hosts Jonelle Marie Carter and Terry Carter go head-to-head in a musical memory lane showdown, comparing their high school graduation years—1983 and 1996—using the Billboard Top 100 charts. From slow dances and cassette decks to Mariah Carey high notes and foggy memories of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, they dig into how music shaped their youth. It’s a playful, nostalgic episode filled with laughter, stories, and a little friendly competition.Episode Set ListWhich year had the better slow dance songs? (Hint: One of them involves Celine Dion)The Monte Carlo stereo upgrade inspired by Every Breath You TakeJonelle’s lifelong love for John Fogerty and fear of “Maneater”Randy Jackson confusion, plus a surprising journey through 80s fashionThe emotional power of Tracy Chapman’s “Give Me One Reason”Real Talk. Real Life. No Stage Required.If you’ve ever had a song transport you straight back to your high school years, you’re in good company. In this episode, Jonelle and Terry pull up the Billboard Hot 100 charts from their graduation years—1983 and 1996—and take turns guessing songs and sharing what they meant to them. From school dances to first cars, fog machines to heartbreak, the conversation flows like a mixtape of memories. It’s a hilarious generational clash—with lots of love and a few questionable dance moves.“I feel like maybe I was still listening to Credence… and like Merle and Willie. I was kind of not cool.” - Episode 105 of No Stage LightsAs musicians themselves, both hosts reflect on how their upbringing in musical households shaped their tastes. Whether it was battling parental pressure to “play the country” or learning the guitar riff to an Eurythmics song, these stories reveal how music became more than just background noise—it became identity. And yes, they do debate whether 1983’s chart was, in fact, cooler than 1996’s. (Spoiler alert: Terry thinks the win is obvious.)💬 Join the Encore!We want to know—what song defined your high school years? DM us on Instagram with your throwback anthem or drop it in the comments!Visit our website for backstage access and upcoming episodes: nostagelights.com🖤 Support the ShowLove No Stage Lights? Help us keep the lights on!🎧 Backstage AccessNoStageLights.comInstagramFacebookGet In TouchSupport the show

Send us Fan MailHello NSL listeners-Thanks a bunch for tuning in again! Today's episode takes us on a journey from Mondays- Turtles. Enjoy! Support the show

Send us Fan MailHey NSL listeners- Spring is about to sprung... or spring... or something like that! Let's talk spring cleaning and start working towards sparkling warm weather! Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday's episode is all about L.O.V.E and finding out more deep dark secrets <3 Enjoy lovers! Support the show

Send us Fan MailFind out why Jonelle is in trouble on this 101st episode of NSL and let's discuss YOUR relationship boundaries and what drives you crazy. It's almost V day and we're feeling the love! Support the show

Send us Fan MailHappy 100th episode!!! Thanks for coming along on this journey with us. We sure do love NSL and all of our fans! On this episode of  NSL episodes we learn about change, growth and goals. Three of our favorite subjects- oh my! Support the show

Send us Fan MailOn the next two NSL episodes we learn about change, growth and goals. Three of our favorite subjects- oh my! Support the show