But Did YOU Die Tho? Confessions of a Widow by Carmen Barton

Send us Fan Mail Description: 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,...

Send us Fan Mail The Gift of Grief for the Holidays Description: In this reflective and heartfelt episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow , Comedian Carmen Barton talks honestly about what happens when grief shows up anyway — even after you’ve made plans, booked trips, stayed busy, and tried to distract yourself through the holidays. Carmen shares how, despite intentionally filli...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 9: Forget the Rules: Real Grief, Real Fashion, Real Talk Description: In this powerful, myth-busting episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow , Comedian Carmen Barton throws the whole “rulebook” out the window — starting with fashion rules and ending with the 5 Stages of Grief that people pretend are one-size-fits-all. From “don’t mix prints” to “you’re su...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 8:  Bracing for the Holidays Description: In this deeply emotional and timely episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow, Comedian Carmen Barton opens up about the unique weight the holiday season carries for those grieving. With a mix of honesty, humor, and heartfelt storytelling, she prepares her listeners for the emotional complexity of this time of year...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Episode 7: Carmen & Nick on Sherri!  It’s a celebration!  In this uplifting episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow , Comedian Carmen Barton shares one of the most exciting weeks of her life — her daytime TV debut on The Sherri Shepherd Show (@sherrishowtv) and her return as a Season 3 regular juror on BET’s Ms. Pat Settles It ! Both appearances aired the...

Send us Fan Mail  Episode 6: Second Wave Description: In this heartfelt and transparent episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow , Comedian Carmen Barton opens up about what she calls the “ second wave ” of grief — the unexpected emotional surge that can hit long after the initial loss. After missing last week’s episode due to this wave, Carmen shares what it feels like to experie...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 5:  Grief Be Griefing Description: In this emotional and powerful episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow, Comedian Carmen Barton takes us back to the first 90 days after losing her husband, Anthony “Nick” Carthan. She shares the raw, pivotal moments of early grief — from the overwhelming weight of daily life to the small victories of survival. One of the...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Episode 4: Deal Breakers Description: In this episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow, Comedian Carmen Barton hilariously breaks down the deal breakers she now carries into dating and friendships after experiencing love, loss, and life. What might seem petty at first actually carries some real meaning — and Carmen keeps it 100 about what she will and will not...

Send us Fan Mail In 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...

Send us Fan Mail  Episode 2:  Dating While Dead Inside In this episode, I open up about navigating the dating scene after loss — from short relationships to funny (and sometimes narcissistic) encounters. Along the way, we’ll talk about other widows in the public eye, like Lauren London and Vanessa Bryant, and the very different ways they’ve processed love, loss, and moving forward.  What You’ll He...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the very first episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow . I’m your host, Carmen Barton — comedian, TV personality, and now your podcast guide through a mix of humor, real-life stories, and heartfelt reflections. In this debut episode, I honor my late husband, Anthony Nicholas “Nick” Carthan, on the 4-year anniversary of his passing. Recorded in the very...