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2 episodes with melissa radke
2 episodes with melissa radke
2 episodes with melissa radke
2 episodes with melissa radke
2 episodes with melissa radke
Description: Melissa Radke is the best friend you never knew you always wanted with a Texas-sized heart and sense of humor to match. She's also an author, speaker, TV personality, and For the Love fan-favorite, best known for her gut-busting sense of humor, deep honesty, and fierce Southern sass. Melissa first gained a national following with her viral videos about parenting and real life, which led to a reality show (The Radkes) and a bestselling book (Eat Cake. Be Brave.) A fierce advocate for women finding their voice—especially in midlife—Melissa brings laughter and tears to everything she touches. Her newest project, Chicken Fried Women, a collection of stories (with a companion podcast series) celebrates the women—battered on the outside, tender on the inside, some salty, some spicy—who made us who we are. In this life-giving conversation filled with snort-laughs and tears, we talk about: The incredible women who raised us, taught us, prayed for us, and even humbled us when we needed it most The stories that have become legend in our families—Melissa tells a story about her Aunt Melba helping her mother with fastening her girdle in a cramped church bathroom stall that left Jen and Amy in stitches The friends who have shown up for us in times of crisis with remedies and solutions that we never could have fathomed for ourselves Thought-provoking Quotes: “I have always thought that people who have an innate gift to find and communicate humor, even in the midst of sorrow, possess a gift of healing. And I can't number how many times I have been on the other side of someone else's gift of humor and it has restored me in a way that literally nothing else could.” – Jen Hatmaker “Don't waste another second being around someone who makes you feel like you're too much. Go sit at a different table. Find a different circle.” – Melissa Radke “I am fully committed, as committed as I am to Christ, to the moo-moo. I make no apologies and I thank the person who rebranded it by calling it a kaftan.” – Melissa Radke Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Eat Cake & Be Brave: The Funny Formula For Life With Melissa Radke - https://bit.ly/4j29Yxm Fierce, Free & Full of Questions: Melissa Radke Gets Jen to Tell it All - https://bit.ly/4lkzm2Q The Radkes - https://www.usanetwork.com/the-radkes Saturday Night Live's Five Timer's Club - https://www.nbc.com/nbc-insider/snl-fiver-timers-club-member-hosts Chicken-Fried Women: Friendship, Kinship, and the Women Who Made Us This Way by Melissa Radke - https://amzn.to/3FS6azY The Chicken Fried Women Podcast - https://www.melissaradke.com/podcast Erma Bombeck - https://amzn.to/3DT9NoL Leanne Morgan - https://www.leannemorgan.com/ Tina Fey - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0275486/ Amy Poehler - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0688132/ Mindy Kaling - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1411676/ She's in Love with the Boy by Trisha Yearwood - https://open.spotify.com/track/4EJvW4NHAk7TrIeX44jjXF Guest's Links: Website - https://www.melissaradke.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/msmelissaradke/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MelissaRadkeStretchMarks/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaRadke TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@melissaradke Podcast - https://www.melissaradke.com/podcast Connect with Jen!Jen's Website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmakerJen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmakerJen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
You are in for an absolute treat this week! My guest is the one and only Melissa Radke- bestselling author, speaker, TV personality, comedian, and the self-proclaimed HGIC (Head Girlfriend in Charge). With over 1.1 million followers, Melissa has been lifting women up since 2016, dishing out everything from hair tips to life advice with her signature humor and heart. Her brand-new book, Chicken Fried Women, just hit the shelves, which is a love letter to the strong, faith-filled, flawed, and unforgettable women who shaped her life. She reflects on generational legacies, healing family dynamics, motherhood, and the complex beauty of womanhood. Trust me, even if you're a man, you're going to take away SO much from this episode. This conversation is honest, funny, and full of heart- everything Can I Laugh on Your Shoulder is all about. I'm really excited to share it with you! 8:12 – Melissa 101 • Melissa and Molly's mutual connection • Melissa's viral Facebook post • Becoming a comedian, author and public speaker 10:53 – Chicken Fried Women • Rapid fire southern culture questions • The genesis of this book • The women that inspired this story 27:54 – The Women That Made Us This Way • The lessons Melissa's learned from the women in her life • Creating a supportive network • Someone is waiting for you as much as you are waiting for someone 41:28 – How Strong Women Do It • Mom vigilantes • Melissa's relationship with her daughter • Passing on stories to future generations • Getting your copy of Chicken Fried Women FEATURED QUOTES “These chicken fried women of mine were always topics of conversation that everybody wanted to know and that I love to tell.” “This book was so easy to write because it was just me telling one story after the other. And when a book can come to you that beautifully and that naturally, that was the one you were supposed to write.” “Who could grieve with me like the woman who'd walked in that fire before me?” “Someone is waiting for you as much as you are waiting for someone. Someone needs you. They need your friendship, they need your humor, they need your style. They need the way you're such a great listener. Someone is waiting to forge a relationship with you as much as you are waiting for them.” Learn more about Melissa: https://www.melissaradke.com/ Get your copy of Chicken Fried Women https://www.amazon.com/Chicken-Fried-Women-Friendship-Kinship-Made/dp/1546008241 Check out the Chicken Fried Women Podcast https://www.melissaradke.com/podcast Melissa on Social Media YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaRadke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaRadkeStretchMarks/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msmelissaradke/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissaradke
Get ready to laugh! Today Melissa Radke joins me for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation. Her new book Chicken-Fried Women will make you giggle, cry, and think about the women and friendships in your life. We cover many hilarious topics including spray tans, garage sale bras, swim gym, southern church in the 80's, and laundry on the couch. At the heart of the book is how to navigate adult friendships and here is more of what we talked about: What it means to find your people—your chicken-fried women- battered and bruised but still tender on the inside Healing a mother-daughter relationship with kindness and boundaries How to divorce a girlfriend (and maybe get her back) Stick around to the end where Melissa shares the best advice on what it feels like to build your own table (even when it's hard or uncomfortable) Connect with Melissa Radke: Website: HOME | MELISSA RADKE Facebook: Melissa Radke | Facebook Instagram: Melissa Radke - Lifestyle, Parenting, Relationships (@msmelissaradke) Links Mentioned: The Radkes (TV Series 2019) - IMDb Chicken-Fried Women: By Melissa Radke CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) Related Episodes: Your Funny Mom Stories [Ep 302] Don't Dad Alone :: Dustin Nickerson [Ep 472] Sidetracked by Naming Body Parts, Steaks for Lunch, and Summer Dilemmas (when you're not in Italy) :: Cynthia and Heather [Ep 476] Featured Sponsors: Gabb phones and watches: Protecting your kids has never been easier. For the best deals, sign up to Gabb today – no contract required – at GABB.com/dma. Storyworth: Give all the “moms” in your life a unique, heartfelt gift you'll all cherish for years–storyworth! Right now save $10 on your first purchase when you go to storyworth.com/dma. Function Health: Function currently has a waitlist, but they are offering my audience the chance to skip it! Head to functionhealth.com/DMA or enter code DMA when signing up to skip the waitlist! Find links to this week's sponsors and unique promo codes at dontmomalone.com/sponsors.
Melissa Radke is a best-selling author, speaker, and television personality who has charmed audiences worldwide with her hilarious and candid insights on life, love, and the complexities of the modern world. Known as the HGIC—Head Girlfriend in Charge—Melissa has been cheering women on since 2016 and sharing tips on what to buy, what to wear, how to LAUGH, and do your hair with her online community of over 1.1 million followers. Originally from East Texas, Melissa spent over fifteen years in Nashville, Tennessee, having graduated from Belmont University with a bachelor's degree in commercial music performance. With a love of writing about real life, parenting, and the importance of learning our identity, Melissa published her national best-selling book, Eat Cake. Be Brave., in 2018, released by Grand Central Publishing/Hachette Book Group. She was also the star of the family-friendly television show The Radkes on the USA Network. The show was an unscripted sitcom that focused on her big, loud Southern family and all of their charm. A mom to two and a wife to one, Melissa embodies the perfect Southern blend of sweet tea and hairspray. She married her college sweetheart, David, in 1994. Melissa, David, and their teenage children, Remi and Rocco, live in the small East Texas town where she was born and raised, Lufkin, Texas.
Melissa Radke is a best-selling author, speaker, and television personality that has won hearts around the world with her funny and candid insights on life, love, and the complexities of the modern world. We can't wait to have her at our upcoming women's event and loved getting to know her in this fun conversation. To learn more about Melissa's ministry, visit https://www.melissaradke.com/
This weekend Melissa Radke dives into the depths of doubt to explore three transformative elements that can reshape your perspective, revealing the incredible truth about your past, purpose, and the character of God.
Join Joyce & Melissa Radke, best selling author, public speaker and television personality, for a casual conversation perfect for a walk. Joyce and Melissa talk not only about what must happen before committing to a journey to better health, but also how to provide encouragement and support to others as they travel their own journey. You'll hear a real, vulnerable conversation about balancing self love and acceptance with having a desire to change, and how change comes about from the inside out rather than the other way around.About MelissaMelissa's online videos have reached over 260 million people around the world with her comedy and heart. With a love of writing about real life, parenting and the importance of learning our identity, Melissa released her national bestselling book, Eat Cake. Be Brave. Radke was also the star of a family-friendly television show, The Radkes, on the USA Network. The show was an unscripted sitcom that focused on her big loud southern family and all their charm. Melissa's podcasts, Ordinary People. Ordinary Things. and Stream(H)er have premiered at #1 and #10 respectively in her categories and have garnered rave reviews with over 98% five-star ratings. Melissa has always been destined for the stage, and she speaks all over the United States bringing laughter and encouragement to corporate events, civic organizations, schools, and women gatherings.For all the ladies, check out her wildly successful column Stretch Marks where she loves to talk about things that make grown men turn red and mutter “oh dear God” under his breath and leave the room.Connect with MelissaWebsite: https://www.melissaradke.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaRadkeStretchMarksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/msmelissaradke/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissaradkeFree Download: A Better Life in 9 Questions
Part 2 of Diana's interview with Melissa Radke, a beautiful woman who believed the judgement and lies she received for how she looked. Now Melissa shares how you can be happy, healthy, and healed BEFORE you lose weight or look any different than you do today! Join Melissa with a free month of her HOW Workshop!
Welcome my friend Melissa Radke. Author, comedian, singer, friend, Melissa gets real about body image, weight, giving up then turning it around by facing her fears and learning to love herself just as she is. This episode is a must listen! See me coaching Melissa at her live 2022 Fed Up Challenge and receive recordings from the entire event at www.5dayfedup.com.
In this SEASON FINALE special episode, we joined David & Melissa Radke, the stars of reality TV show, The Radkes, on USA Network, and author of Melissa's book, “Eat Cake. Be Brave.”, to discuss their journey through infertility and eventually, adoption. Listen as they tell their heartbreaking story behind not being able to carry full term, yet God's redemptive grace in the form of their two adopted children. Get your tissues ready—this ones a tear-jerker. Special thanks to David and Melissa for joining us for our season finale! We couldn't have asked for a better way to end Season two. Here's to many more collaborations! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themillionairemarriage/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themillionairemarriage/support
How important is laughter in your relationships? In marriage, it seems to be of grave significance. We are getting serious today about laughter, and to help us laugh our way through the conversation are our very special guests, David and Melissa Radke. If you don't know who they are, you should. Tune in today with Kellie Hurst as she leads a fun conversation about why we all need to be laughing our way to a happier marriage!
At one time or another we as moms all experience…mom guilt! It could be over something big or small and this week Tiffany and Rachel tackle it all. We talk about why we may have it, what to do with it and of course how we handle it! Please join us as we laugh, cry and try to understand mom guilt. · Rachel and Tiffany introduce and dive right into mom guilt · Tiffany talks about how mindful life defines mom guilt · Rachel and Tiffany go down the rabbit hole · Tiffany and Rachel talk about mom crushes (Kristen Bell and Melissa Radke) · Tiffany shares her findings with a Facebook poll and comments · Rachel and Tiffany wrap things up with some solutions to Mom Guilt · Links Mindful Return Link https://www.mindfulreturn.com/mom-guilt/ Rachel's Rabbit hole links Mama Bird Blog https://mommabirdblog.com/2019/02/14/mom-life-and-the-thing-no-one-talks-about/ Fabulous Habits https://fabuloushabits.com/4-quotes-mom-guilt/ Tiffany's Rabbit Hole Links For every mom https://foreverymom.com/family-parenting/mom-guilt-melissa-radke/ Melissa Radke- (you should follow her) Website: https://www.melissaradke.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaRadkeStretchMarks/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/msmelissaradke/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msmelissaradke/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stream-h-er/id1496053918 Special Thanks to Alyssa and Jessica from Facebook We hope you enjoy your Red Box Movie night on us! Don't forget to follow us here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom_badge_podcast/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Mom-Badge-Podcast-100287951667513 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/653734728516188 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mombadgepodcast/boards/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mombadgepodcast We would love to hear from you wither it be on instagram, facebook or even email we want to know your stories, advice and what we could do better. Also don't forget to tell your friends to hit subscribe button and leave a review so other Fantastic moms like you can find our podcast to.
Melissa Radke is the person you want to move next door. She's so hilarious and she and her family live their lives in the public for all to see. Check out her social media channels including her rise to fame with her “Red Ribbon Week” video that went viral on YouTube. Red Ribbon Week Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MxqJhEfXCo Website: www.melissaradke.com Newsletter: https://melissaradke.substack.com/?fbclid=IwAR2yU5h2wTh-Aa0DpBrpPBrb5d6Sb2bLziVtnlkbhZWTCOvHceTJGuEe9Mg Blog: https://www.melissaradke.com/blog/ Podcast: Stream(h)er: https://www.melissaradke.com/streamher-podcast/ A Radke family membership is $8.99 per month for a glimpse inside the Radke's lives. Must watch on Apple +: “The Servant” and “Ted Lasso” Podcast Production: www.clantoncreative.com
At one time or another we as moms all experience…mom guilt! It could be over something big or small and this week Tiffany and Rachel tackle it all. We talk about why we may have it, what to do with it and of course how we handle it! Please join us as we laugh, cry and try to understand mom guilt. · Rachel and Tiffany introduce and dive right into mom guilt · Tiffany talks about how mindful life defines mom guilt · Rachel and Tiffany go down the rabbit hole · Tiffany and Rachel talk about mom crushes (Kristen Bell and Melissa Radke) · Tiffany shares her findings with a Facebook poll and comments · Rachel and Tiffany wrap things up with some solutions to Mom Guilt · Links Mindful Return Link https://www.mindfulreturn.com/mom-guilt/ Rachel's Rabbit hole links Mama Bird Blog https://mommabirdblog.com/2019/02/14/mom-life-and-the-thing-no-one-talks-about/ Fabulous Habits https://fabuloushabits.com/4-quotes-mom-guilt/ Tiffany's Rabbit Hole Links For every mom https://foreverymom.com/family-parenting/mom-guilt-melissa-radke/ Melissa Radke- (you should follow her) Website: https://www.melissaradke.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaRadkeStretchMarks/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/msmelissaradke/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msmelissaradke/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stream-h-er/id1496053918 Special Thanks to Alyssa and Jessica from Facebook We hope you enjoy your Red Box Movie night on us! Don't forget to follow us here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mom_badge_podcast/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Mom-Badge-Podcast-100287951667513 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/653734728516188 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mombadgepodcast/boards/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mombadgepodcast We would love to hear from you wither it be on instagram, facebook or even email we want to know your stories, advice and what we could do better. Also don't forget to tell your friends to hit subscribe button and leave a review so other Fantastic moms like you can find our podcast to.
This week we have the hilarious Melissa Radke (comedian, author, viral video sensation, and star of the show Radkes on USA Network. I am so excited to share this interview. She is not only everyone’s immediate best friend because of her realness, but she teaches us about persevering when others have torn you down. Melissa grew up as a talented singer, but after multiple producers turned her down and told her awful things about her appearence, she fell into a depression. And then when she turned 40 she had a change of heart. She was making a commitment to live ONE WHOLE YEAR of BRAVE, no matter what, she wrote the best selling book EAT CAKE, BE BRAVE out of her experience. Her hilarious videos have been viewed more than 40 million times worldwide and her family just finished with the first season of The Radkes on USA network. She inspires us to be unapologetically ourselves. She teaches us to be brave even when others try to keep us small. I promise you will laugh out loud after listening, but also be encouraged to be the you, the you were always created to be. This week’s sponsor is Meg Delagrange. She’s a designer and marketer for small to medium-sized businesses who want to grow and make a difference. She does logos, ad campaigns, and websites. She also does marketing consultations when you just need someone to brainstorm with. Meg even made our very own BE LOVE PODCAST LOGO. She is offering a 30 minute free consultation for anyone who mentions Be love podcast. https://www.megdelagrange.com/ For more information on Melissa check out the rest of our show notes. https://www.bestrongstory.com/be-love-podcast
The For the Love world is totally upside-down today, y’all. Jen is a guest on her own podcast, and gets interviewed about her new book, Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire, by the ever-so-magical Melissa Radke! Jen reveals the first outlier women who made lasting impressions on her: watching how they lived in her own skins in a way that didn't fit the template Jen had been prescribed from her conservative upbringing. The two talk about growing up in the church and the messaging they received about who they should be as women, and the hard work of pushing past those boundaries to become the women they were designed to be. Listen as Melissa pulls an “Oprah” on Jen, how some of Jen’s words made Melissa “mad,” and how they both are learning to discover who they are and how to love every part of themselves (and we can too). Finding a sense of belonging to ourselves, uncovering who we are and what we want, is the start of the journey to becoming Fierce, Free and Full of Fire.
Mark Des Cotes is a podcast design specialist and the owner of Podcast Branding. He's an award-winning graphic designer with over 30 years in the design industry. He designs for both print and web. He started podcasting in 2013 doing television fan podcasts. He launched his Resourceful Designer podcast in 2015. It's a weekly podcast that helps graphic and web designers start and run their own design business. Mark has worked with over 200 podcasters to enhance their shows appearance and help them stand out among the growing sea of podcasts through his professional designs. He designs podcast websites, cover artwork, and more. Mark is also the graphic designer that we use as part of our team here at Pro Podcast Solutions. He and I were both at Podfest Orlando a couple of weeks ago. During this face-to-face sit down we talk about what podcast branding is, what makes great cover art, common mistakes people make and more. We also tackle the question of whether you should put your photo on the cover, looking at the camera, and who should actually have a microphone on their cover art. Mark also shares advice to create a cohesive brand for all of your platforms. Mark's passion for design and podcast branding really shine through in this interview. He shares how even moving a design element a couple of pixels makes a difference. He strives for perfection and making everything look right. He also shares the elements of cohesive branding. We talk about having a color palette to make your brand easily identifiable across platforms. Mark shares the difference between a logo and cover art and why both are so important. We also talk about social media. Why it’s important to simplify and mistakes beginners often make. We also discuss why a professional design across all of your platforms can complete your brand and make you stand out. Show Notes: [02:50] This is our fourth or fifth time meeting in person. We've become really good friends over the years. [03:01] Mark owns a business called Podcast Branding and we'll be discussing podcast artwork, branding and more. [03:47] Mark wanted to go into television advertising. He never intended to become a graphic designer. [04:54] In high school, he won the equivalent of a college scholarship for one year. His guidance counselor suggested he go to graphic design school. He tried it for a year and decided to finish the program. He hasn't looked back since. [06:06] He discovered podcasting in 2012 and got into it in 2013. Our mutual friend, Wayne Henderson, had the worst podcast art Mark had ever seen. Mark designed something for Wayne and then Wayne started spreading the word. [08:48] Mark also worked for a commercial printer and then dabbled in web design. [09:36] Mark started a web design business at home. [11:57] Be honest with your current employer and make sure your contract doesn't forbid side work. [15:03] Mark wanted to be the podcast branding expert. He has a video chat with every client. [17:38] He never would have designed Melissa Radke's artwork the way it is without talking to her first. [19:14] The first thing most people see is the podcast cover when they are looking for podcasts. If they like the cover, then they'll read the description. [21:17] Your artwork needs to be simple. Taking something away from a design will always make it cleaner. Overcomplicated artwork becomes amateurish. All you need on your podcast cover is the title of your show and possibly your name. [22:08] You can put your tagline in the description. [22:37] Your text needs to be readable on a small piece of artwork. Also, keep it down to one or two fonts. Don't overcomplicate it. [23:41] Microphones and headphones should only be included if your podcast is about microphones in headphones. The word podcast also doesn't need to be on your cover. [24:31] The word show sounds more professional. [25:00] When it comes to using your photo ask if you are recognized in your space or if you are trying to build a personal brand. [29:21] You have to be comfortable to have your image on your podcast cover. [30:50] Think about how your target audience is going to perceive your artwork. [34:43] Make sure your text is readable in a 125 X 125 pixel image. [35:53] Podcast logos and artwork are two different things. Have a logo and include it on your artwork. Think of an album cover. The band name is the logo. [37:24] Carry over your branding to your social media accounts. Have a separate account for your podcast unless you are using it to create a personal brand. You can also rotate through your color pallet. [44:21] A brand encompasses every touchpoint of your design system. [46:47] Many of us have skills, but it's better to hire a true professional. [51:49] Mark shares things that he has noticed that differ between the US and Canada. Hint: it has to do with restaurants and manners. [54:35] He is a huge fan of fantasy books and science fiction. He loves The Expanse book series. He is also a fan of Building a StoryBrand. [57:43] Darrell's takeaways: Mark gave a presentation about this very topic at Podfest. Your art is the first impression people get. They often use it to decide if they want to listen or not. Great cover art can get your show chosen above others. Make sure it looks good at 125 pixels. Think through using your own photo. Have a color palette and podcast logo to reinforce your brand across all venues. Links and Resources: Pro Podcast Solutions Resourceful Designer Resourceful Designer - A Graphic Design Podcast Resourceful Designer on Instagram Mark Des Cotes on LinkedIn Solo Talk Media Podcast Branding Podfest Orlando Wayne Henderson Being Authentic and Sharing Your Real Self With Your Audience with Melissa Radke Platform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen The Expanse Book Series
Hilarious author of Eat Cake. Be Brave., Melissa Radke and her husband David share their marriage story of healing and restoration on our last episode on our Marriage Matters series. You don't want to miss this one!
Hilarious author of Eat Cake. Be Brave., Melissa Radke and her husband David share their marriage story of healing and restoration on our last episode on our Marriage Matters series. You don't want to miss this one!
Join us for part 2 of a 2 part interview ( I mean, with a personality so big, how could we ever fit it on just one show!) with Melissa Radke. Famous YouTuber, Reality T.V. Star, Author, Podcaster and one of the funniest women we have ever had on the show! Learn what Melissa has planned for the future and her amazing "Why" What started out as a hobby has turned in to a full time job. The videos created have been seen collectively by over 40 million people worldwide. Her social media platform has created opportunities for television, public speaking engagements, a published book, self-help course and much more. But more importantly, it has allowed Melissa to do what she believes she was born to do, which is simply: be herself and be a light in the world
Join us for part 1 of a 2 part interview ( I mean, with a personality so big, how could we ever fit it on just one show!) with Melissa Radke. Famous YouTuber, Reality T.V. Star, Author, Podcaster and one of the funniest women we have ever had on the show! What started out as a hobby has turned in to a full time job. The videos created have been seen collectively by over 40 million people worldwide. Her social media platform has created opportunities for television, public speaking engagements, a published book, self-help course and much more. But more importantly, it has allowed Melissa to do what she believes she was born to do, which is simply: be herself and be a light in the world.
What do you get when you take a fun loving Southern family with a hilariously authentic mom and combine that with media? You get the Radkes. The Radkes are a loud, sweet, and charming family from East Texas led by David “The Attorney General” Radke and fun loving mom Melissa. Melissa Radke is the author of Eat Cake. Be Brave. The host of the Ordinary People Ordinary Things podcast, and the star of the family sitcom The Radkes featuring her family. I talk to Melissa and David about the podcast and ask a couple of behind the scenes questions about the show. Melissa’s wit and offbeat humor made her a social media success when she recorded a rant about the inconvenience of “Red Ribbon Week” at her children’s school. She is no stranger to being in the limelight. Melissa spent 15 years in Nashville, Tennessee pursuing her dream of singing and performing, before returning home to Texas. Melissa’s career has taken some twists and turns, but she believes she’s where she is supposed to be helping people by being her true authentic self. She is someone that other people can relate too, because she is just like them. I talk to Melissa and David about their podcast. I get the inside scoop on how they organize the show and schedule guests. They also offer wisdom on being authentic, knowing the audience you are speaking to, podcast categories, and how real life can’t be scheduled too far ahead. Melissa also talks a little bit about her and David’s morning show and how being themselves just works. I ask about what the future has in store, and Melissa shares that she is working on a new book and shares the name of the second podcast she is starting. She also shares her biggest dream for the future in this fun show. Show Notes: [03:13] Darrell's wife is from East Texas similar to Melissa. [04:47] About a year after things took off for Melissa online, she got a message from a woman who said she didn't have a reason to live, but then she saw one of Melissa's videos, and it sounded just like her. [05:44] Melissa realized that people were listening and it was meaning something. [06:29] Melissa has an ability to tell stories and share her life in an authentic way. [07:57] We wanted every episode of the show to be based on real life that really happened. Some things had to be relived a bit. [09:12] Melisa and David have a live morning show on YouTube, Instagram, and IGTV. They are just themselves and it works. [09:56] Now in the evening when they check their views, they often have about fifteen thousand viewers. [10:45] Melissa thinks one of the reasons that things have spread like wildfire is because she just looks like other people. [12:31] The things that Melissa used to want to change about herself are now the things that make her stand out. She likes herself a lot better in her forties. [13:41] Melissa is the creative and David is the technical side of this marriage. David is very good at staying ahead of the Curve. [14:21] Melissa started listening to podcasts and she found herself thinking about the things that she would do differently. David was the motivator behind the podcast. [15:18] David knew that podcasting was a great way to get their voice out and communicate with people while they were in transit or at the gym. [17:26] When you're trying to get your voice out there and build your brand, it's important to be on as many platforms as possible. [18:36] Melissa's podcast was put in the religious category. It allows her to bring out a different side that she doesn't show on other platforms. [20:40] Knowing your audience and categories is important. Know what audience that you are speaking too. [22:04] Melissa and David are rolling out a new podcast that is completely different than their current one. She is super excited. [22:29] The new podcast is going to be about Melissa's reviews of binge watching streaming services. It's going to be called Streamher. [23:43] Streamher should debut in the middle of February. [24:47] Don't get too obsessed with download numbers or 5 Star reviews. Everyone's show is on a different journey. [27:20] Melissa's podcast is interview based. David is the one who keeps everything organized. [27:52] He uses Calendly to schedule interviews. He uses Air Table to get all of the guest information. Then they use Zoom to record the episode. [29:22] Batching too early can be a mistake when you are talking about people's lives. Their stories can change. Batch maybe four episodes ahead, but don't go months ahead. Fresh shows are also better for cross promotion. [32:16] Melissa's jam are boy bands. Her current favorite is Jonas Brothers, but she loves New Kids on the Block and even got to meet them when she was 16. [34:02] Melissa's parents were extremely generous people, and she learned generosity from them. [35:14] Melissa's family agreed to be part of the show, because Melissa always respected their privacy in the past. She also doesn't want to embarrass her children who happen to be really great sports. [36:19] Melissa feels like she's just getting warmed up. It's her dream to have a talk show one day. [39:24] Darrell's takeaways: It's really clear how authentic they are and how people are drawn to that. It's challenging to be vulnerable when you are in the driver's seat. If you find yourself saying I would do this differently, you might be onto something. Identifying your own uniqueness will help you stand apart. It's important to remember who your audience is and where they're at. Downloads don't define success but reviews are a good indicator. Batching too far ahead can be a mistake. 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This week we have the hilarious Melissa Radke (comedian, author, viral video sensation, and star of the show Radkes on USA Network. I am so excited to share this interview. She is not only everyone’s immediate best friend because of her realness, but she teaches us about persevering when others have torn you down. Melissa grew up as a talented singer, but after multiple producers turned her down and told her awful things about her appearence, she fell into a depression. And then when she turned 40 she had a change of heart. She was making a commitment to live ONE WHOLE YEAR of BRAVE, no matter what, she wrote the best selling book EAT CAKE, BE BRAVE out of her experience. Her hilarious videos have been viewed more than 40 million times worldwide and her family just finished with the first season of The Radkes on USA network. She inspires us to be unapologetically ourselves. She teaches us to be brave even when others try to keep us small. I promise you will laugh out loud after listening, but also be encouraged to be the you, the you were always created to be. This week’s sponsor is Meg Delagrange. She’s a designer and marketer for small to medium-sized businesses who want to grow and make a difference. She does logos, ad campaigns, and websites. She also does marketing consultations when you just need someone to brainstorm with. Meg even made our very own BE LOVE PODCAST LOGO. She is offering a 30 minute free consultation for anyone who mentions Be love podcast. https://www.megdelagrange.com/ For more information on Melissa check out the rest of our show notes. https://www.bestrongstory.com/be-love-podcast
If you haven't met Melissa Radke yet, then you are in for a real treat! Author, star of the new USA reality show The Radkes, wife and mother of 2, and enneagram 7, Melissa joins Suzanne on the show today. One of the best parts of the conversation is hearing about when and how Melissa decided she was "worth the work". Like Melissa, have you ever been told you're "just too much"? They also discuss dealing with grief, they talk about faith, and about growing older. Enjoy the podcast and after listening be sure to visit melissaradke.com to learn more about Melissa, her family, the show, and her books!
Y'all. I am still so giddy from this conversation with Melissa Radke. Melissa and I have quite a bit in common. But it wasn't until I listened to her bestselling book, Eat Cake and Be Brave, that I knew... I just had to have her on the podcast. We both live in Texas and we both got hit by a big storm. There were a few glitches, luckily just on my end. Melissa is loud and clear and well, sheer perfection. Amid some heavy topics, we had a few good laughs. She brought to the conversation, exactly what I knew she would, Jesus, hope, and wisdom. I am so very happy to share this special edition Jubilee Road Podcast with you. I encourage you to check out Melissa's book by following this link. You will not regret it. You know, I don't read much. This book is now and forever one of my all time favorites! She knocked it out of the park. And! Her new show, The Radke's makes it debut on Tuesday on USA network. You can learn more about that here. We hope you love this episode as much as we do! Thank you for being our Patrons! Helpful Links & Resources https://www.thebedboss.com/ Coupon code for The Bed Boss -----> TOM20 Jami’s Podcast Page https://sacredgroundstickyfloors.com/category/jami-for-the-record/podcast/ Rebecca’s Podcast Page https://www.thatorganicmom.com/topics/podcast/ Patreon Page where you can get BONUS cool stuff: https://www.patreon.com/JubileeRoad iTunes Podcast Page https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/jubilee-road-podcast/id1436875859?mt=2 Podcast Website http://sacredgroundstickyfloors.libsyn.com/ Hopelively https://www.facebook.com/groups/hopelively7/ Rebecca’s Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThatOrganicMom/
Guys–this podcast has my heart overflowing with ALL the laughs, feels and hope. If that’s too cheesy for you, I dare you to listen and disagree!
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It’s May and, let’s be honest, who couldn’t use a good laugh to accompany the millions of events crammed in these final days as we wrap up another school year? Today’s episode of Pardon the Mess gives you just that – a good laugh, but with so much more. Melissa Radke and her husband, David, talk to us about the crazy way the Lord has taken their own plans and dreams and turned them upside down, landing a story so unplanned that only God could author it. Melissa is “that” friend we all love to laugh with about the wacky stuff in parenting and the absurdity we all buy into along the way. She’s the mom behind the viral videos “Signs” and “Red Ribbon Week,” with over 140 million views. And now the Radke family is looking forward to the release of their reality TV show, premiering May 4th on the USA network. Beyond just being downright hilarious, Melissa candidly shares about the struggles in their marriage, the values they esteem as they parent their two kids, and leaves us with a good reminder that God has a plan bigger and better than anything we can dream up. Get ready for some big energy with lots of laughs! Links from the Show: Melissa’s Website Red Ribbon Week Signs Get the encouragement and support you need to teach your kids to love Christ in a world that doesn’t — directly to your inbox each week! Christian Parenting offers trusted guidance for the hardest job there is. CONNECT WITH OUR COMMUNITY Facebook // Twitter // Instagram //
Making friends isn’t always that easy. Especially, adult friendships. When you meet someone you click with, hang on to them. When I was on my book tour in Nashville, I met today’s guest. Annie F. Downs is a best-selling author, nationally known speaker, and podcast host based in Nashville. She is the host of the That Sounds Fun podcast and I was a guest on that show. Our conversation was like two girlfriends having a chat. Today, we want you to be part of our conversation. We have fun as we catch up on our latest pop culture interests. We talk about how it’s good to open yourself up to people who have different opinions and not to be closed off about your beliefs. We talk about faith and communicating with God and understanding how to recognize those nudges. We mostly talk about life and friendship and invite you to go on the journey with us. I also send out an invitation to take the time to meet someone new or connect with an old friend. Show Notes [04:29] Annie goes by Annie F. Downs, because there's a famous Australian quilter named Annie Downs. She does have an interest in finding all of the other Annie Downs and maybe create a club or something. [15:04] Annie and Melissa loves the same type of pop culture shows and have a great time talking about their favorite people to follow. [15:13] Annie is following Chris Pratt. He is open about his beliefs. She's also following Dax Shepard and Debra Messing. [19:35] Melissa knows a lot of the same people. She is hungry to expand her friendships and relationships. [20:39] You get an upfront view of God pursuing people who aren't Christians. [21:21] in your leisure time is great. Crocheting classes are a great place to meet people. [22:08] Annie hopes she's not creating more Christian culture. She hopes she's helping people find a way to live where they know God and enjoy life. [22:46] Melissa wanted to take people to Jesus not take them to church. [23:02] There's a difference between loving the church and investing in the church and loving Christian culture. [24:31] Annie wrestles with living within the church and yet not creating something that's unattractive to the non faithful. [27:09] Annie loves faith. [28:33] Annie hears way more people say that they are disappointed in God than people who are hurt by people in the church. [28:46] This is where Annie's book Remember God comes from. We need to teach people to look for God in the midst of not having what they want. [30:38] Let's All Be Brave stirred up a lot of emotions and pain in Annie. For her, the writing wasn't the hardest, it was the aftermath of the writing. [32:25] Annie didn't give the readers a bow at the end. The whole theme of the book was God's kindness. [35:34] If we had everything we wanted, we would still not be satisfied [36:05] There's a difference between contentment and satisfaction. [40:11] We need to be able to tell God the truth, even when we are angry. [40:55] The more we wrestle with Him, he won't let go. [42:04] Annie shares how she feels about God. [43:31] How God shows up when Annie has her dark moments. Sometimes it's like a self-correction idea that comes to her. [44:38] God in generous about making his presence known. [45:34] Live by the nudge, and you feel it more and more. [48:42] Melissa shares a story where she was nudged to give a watch to someone who liked it. God didn't want time to be an issue for her. [50:37] Melissa believes that we do hear God, we don't always act on it, and we don't always believe it but we do hear it. [51:21] Just two friends having an honest conversation. [52:15] The three quick questions... [58:04] Adult friendships are hard, if you've been thinking about calling someone and making a lunch date just do it. Thanks for joining us on Ordinary People Ordinary Things. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave a nice review. Just like your mother taught you. Links and Resources: Podcast Web Page Facebook Page @MsMelissaRadke on Instagram @msmelissaradke on Twitter Eat Cake. Be Brave. Sign Up for Insider Access Fab Fit Fun Boxes For $10 Off Use the Code: Ordinary Bolster Sleep For 10% Off Use the Code: Ordinary Annie F. Downs Website That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs Podcast Annie F. Downs on Facebook Annie F. Downs on Twitter Remember God and Other Books by Annie F. Downs Scott Harrison Charity: Water Armchair Expert Podcast Don’t Be Tardy Andy Cohen Instagram Chris Pratt Jason Kennedy Lauren DAigle I Kissed Dating Goodbye Bob Goff That Sounds Fun Episode 96: Melissa Radke
I'm with the hysterical Melissa Radke today and she shares her powerful story from depression to freedom and tragedy to purpose. She also shares how God used her unfulfilled career ambitions to give her a platform that offers hope to millions. We also cover important topics like glitter, murder, and bra sizes. This is definitely one of the funniest episodes yet and Melissa will leave you in stitches. In this episode we discuss: 1. Her story of overcoming depression 2. How tragedy can turn to purpose 3. How God uses our unfulfilled career ambition Favorite quotes: 1. I decided that if I was going to live, I was going to figure out why and what I had been put on this earth to do and who I was because there had to be more than this. There just had to be. Surely I wasn't a wasted life. Surely he didn't create me to put me on earth so I can have heartbreak and die. Surely there was more. I started to search. I started to search who I was and what I was meant to do and that changed my life forever. 2. My purpose isn't to be popular. My purpose is to be influential. I wanna be a person of influence and I wanna help people find who they are. 3. Anytime we say ‘Here I am Lord, send me,' in whatever way that looks, he freaking takes us up on it so be careful. In this episode I answer these questions: 1. Should I let my son play with toy guns? My husband says yes, I'm not so sure. (1:05:23) 2. Is it wrong for Christians to watch rated R movies? (1:08:10) 3. What's a favorite social media tip you like to give your business clients? (1:11:14) Links to great things we discussed: Melissa's course is now closed to the public but she is leaving it open just for us this week! Go to www.melissaradke.com/alli to check it out!! 1. Melissa Radke , Facebook , Instagram 2. Eat Cake. Be Brave 3. The Belonging Co - You're Not Finished Yet 4. The Backstreet Boys - Shape of My Heart 5. Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6. The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann 7. The Comfy 8. Dumbo 9. Jeremy Riddle - It Is Well Hope you loved this episode! Be sure to subscribe in iTunes and slap some stars on a review! :) xo, Alli http://www.alliworthington.com/podcast/melissaradke
My guest today is Mellissa Radke – public speaker, author, vlogger, podcaster and soon to be television personality. We’re gonna talk about how God might surprise you when life doesn’t turn out as you dreamed it would, infertility, miscarriages, adoption, body image, parenting, confidence, and even about fear. Listen in!
Have you ever struggled with your weight? Have you felt judged by others? Do you find yourself at war with your body and unhappy with the way you look? In this powerful episode, author and reality TV star Melissa Radke boldly opens up about her struggle with her weight and body image. Mike and Melissa unpack the pain of people’s unkind words and how how to respond to the fear of putting yourself out there. Mike also shares about his new Fun Therapy 2-day event called “Strongest.” EPISODE LINKS: “Eat Cake. Be Brave.” Book Melissa’s Website Strongest Event: May 16-17, 2019 Mike’s Website
Melissa Radke is a public speaker, author, vlogger, podcaster and television personality. Melissa's online videos have reached over 62 million people on her Facebook page alone and she has amassed a following of more than 335K across social media. Radke is consistent to say the least. In a little over a year she has created over 80 videos with 100K views or more and 10 videos that have gone viral with over 1 million views. Melissa's ‘Upside Down French Braid' video is about to cross the 10 million views threshold and her ‘Red Ribbon' video has been viewed over 100 million times across multiple websites and media outlets. Radke hails from East Texas, but she spent over 15 years of her life in Nashville, TN pursuing her dream of singing and performing. Melissa graduated from Belmont University with a Bachelor of Commercial Music Performance and a Minor in Jazz and Blues Music. She spent her time in Nashville as a session singer for both Christian and Country Artists. With a love of writing about real life, parenting and the importance of learning our identity, Melissa's bestselling book, entitled Eat Cake. Be Brave., released this summer through Grand Central Publishing / Hachette Book Group. Radke is also signed with the USA Network and television production company Red Arrow Industries to bring family-friendly entertainment to our televisions very soon. Her family has recently wrapped the filming of their first episodes with the series premiere date to be announced in the near future. Melissa has always been destined for the stage, so for the last several years she has traveled all over the United States bringing laughter and encouragement to civic organizations, hospitals, schools, corporate events, churches and women gatherings. Melissa has kept a busy schedule appearing on television shows, co-hosting radio shows, interviewing for magazines, newspapers, you name it. She is not strictly a rising star in the U.S. either, with strong followings and media exposure across the world. Get ready for an amazing chat about her new book, Eat Cake and being brave! CONNECT WITH MELISSA: INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK CONNECT WITH KELSEY: INSTA // FACEBOOK The Radiant Tribe Facebook Group *This post contains affiliate links – read full disclosure here.*
I was kind of giddy about doing today’s interview… because I had listened to Melissa Radke’s audiobook, Eat Cake, Be Brave, and had fallen in love with her hilarious, tell-it-like-it-is honesty and couldn’t wait to get to talk to her in person (well, it was actually over Skype, but that was a big step up from just listening to her on audiobook!) In our conversation, we dig deep into bravery, forgiveness, and rising about negativity. As Melissa explains, bravery doesn’t always mean jumping out of a plane, scaling Everest, or not feeling fear or nervousness in your everyday life. Instead, being brave means to just keep showing up, even when things get hard. And she definitely understands things being hard! She’s gone through a lot of disappointment, hurt, loss, and heartache in her life. But she hasn’t let those hold her back from continuing to show up. You won’t want to miss this powerful episode with a truly incredible guest. If you’ve been struggling with forgiveness, fear, anxiety, insecurity, and trying to be brave (and don’t we all struggle with those things sometimes?), I think Melissa’s wisdom will truly touch you deeply and offer you practical encouragement and inspiration on how to move forward. In This Episode: [01:57] – I talk about what’s saving my life this week: how I’m making time for reading. Listen in for my tips on how I’m typically fitting in 30-60 minutes of reading every day. Hopefully it will give you some ideas on how you, too, can fit in more reading time! [04:16] – This parenting book is one I can’t stop talking about — and truly loved! [07:46] – I think you are going to LOVE today’s guest, Melissa Radke! She is hilarious but is also such a truth-teller. [11:14] – Melissa talks about bravery, how she’s facing her fears right now, and how she still struggles with being brave. She lets us in on what bravery looks like for her and the hard-won lessons she’s learned on how to be brave. [14:18] – One of the parts of the book that was deeply moving to me was when Melissa shares about forgiving the woman who had an emotional affair with her husband. This woman also happened to be her very best friend. She shares openly about what this was like to walk through this — and to write about it in the book. [19:25] – Melissa offers powerful words to women who are struggling to hold onto their dreams and goals despite critical words being directed at them. [23:50] – We change gears to a much more lighthearted tone and talk about a book Melissa is reading that she assumed many other guests have talked about. (Surprise! No one has!) [24:34] – And then we talk about bacon and air fryers… and you just might need to order one after you hear this part of the podcast! [27:04] – Today’s Q&A question comes from Jeanette, who wants to know how to get teens to keep their room clean. I give some caveats before I share my thoughts on this! Links and Resources: You Need a Budget (this episode’s amazing sponsor!) Melissa Radke Melissa Radke on Facebook @msmelissaradke on Twitter Melissa Radke on YouTube Eat Cake. Be Brave. by Melissa Radke Only Love Today by Rachel Macy Stafford Libby app 40 Books I Plan to Read in 2019 by Crystal Paine Becoming by Michelle Obama My Favorite Things on Amazon CrystalPaine.com MoneySavingMom.com YourBloggingMentor.com My Instagram account (I’d love for you to follow me there! I usually hop on at least a few times per day and share behind-the-scenes photos and videos, my grocery store hauls, funny stories, or just anything I’m pondering or would like your advice or feedback on!) Have feedback on the show or suggestions for future episodes or topics? Send me an email: crystal@moneysavingmom.com Sponsor Spotlight This episode is sponsored by YouNeedaBudget.com — the budgeting software we have personally used for the past two years and absolutely love. We were introduced to this budgeting software by my brother-in-law, Justin, a few years ago. He and my husband, Jesse, are both what I would lovingly refer to as “nerds”. You know the kind of people… those people who think spreadsheets are fun. And who geek out over features in Excel. Yup, those kinds of people. You might as well poke my eyeballs out with a hot iron rod than get to me be giddy over creating spreadsheets. But nevertheless, I love Spreadsheet Nerds because they help keep people like me in line and on track! Anyway, it was around Christmas time and Justin started telling Jesse about YouNeedaBudget — what we call YNAB for short. Jesse and I had both heard of this software before, but we had been using Quicken for so long that we’d not considered changing to anything else. Well, when Jesse saw the features of YNAB, he was intrigued enough to sign up for the free trial. And it was pretty much love at first sight. Truthfully, I can’t even begin to tell you how often I’ve heard him exclaiming to me, to friends, or just to himself something about, “How cool and helpful YNAB is!” I’m such a pen and paper and cash girl, but after all his raving reviews, I finally gave in and downloaded it on my phone and had him show me how it works. It’s really, really impressive. I love how we can see exactly how we’re doing in every budget in just one glance. And since we have multiple budgets for our businesses and personal, it allows us to track them all in one app. Which is so handy! They usually only offer a 30-day trial, but they are giving you all a FREE 60-day trial so you can really get a feel for it and see how well it works. Go here to sign up for your FREE 60-Day YNAB trial. Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission — at no additional cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!
Listen in as your friend Jeanette chats with her new friend Melissa Radke. If you don’t know this amazing author and personality then BUCKLE UP. Melissa has the sweetest heart and is absolutely hysterical. I LOVED meeting Melissa and am SO excited that she sat down to have coffee with me! Complete show notes are available at itstimeforcoffeepod.com
Join Dave Nassaney, The Caregiver's Caregiver, as he interviews Author of, "Eat Cake, Be Brave", Reality Star of "Loud & Proud", and Viral Videographer (150 million views), the one and only,Melissa Radke.
My guest for The Happy Hour # 221 is Melissa Radke. Melissa is a singer, speaker, author, and momma. Melissa and her family will soon be featured on a reality show that, in her words, "will probably horrify her mother". Melissa and her husband David live in Lufkin, Texas with their two kids, Remi Hope and Rocco Cooper who they fought so hard for during 12 years of infertility. Friends, get ready because on today's show you're going to laugh, cry, and love hearing my conversation with Melissa! We start off the show talking about being brave while also feeling anxiety and fear. Melissa discusses how we learn so much through taking self-inventory and fighting the urge to point the finger outward instead of looking within ourselves. She also talks about how the reality tv show came to be and never in a million years did she think this would be part of God's plan! Melissa then shares the story of how she and her husband started out in Nashville and wound up in Texas, and faced infertility, loss of dreams, miscarriages, and broken trust in their marriage. She tells us how vulnerably sharing both sides of the story of her marriage brought healing. She says, "our most vulnerable stories are our most powerful thing", and I couldn't agree more. Hearing her story brought me to tears, but Melissa brings such encouragement as she talks about how our God is always faithful, and how He is constantly, always working for our good. {You can listen to the show HERE. And of course, I would love if you would share with your friends. Just use the FB & Twitter links at the end of this post!} Links from the Show Melissa's Website Eat Cake. Be Brave. What Melissa is loving: The Calm app, Here Again by Elevation Worship What Melissa is reading: Love is a Choice by Robert Hemfelt and Frank Minirth, & Paul Meier, Soul Keeping by John Ortberg, Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney What Jamie is loving: Allbirds, Look Up Child by Lauren Daigle The Happy Hour Store {all of Jamie and Aaron's book will be signed with customization available through the end of the year!} 2018 Holiday Gift Guide Connect with Melissa Facebook // Twitter // Instagram Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors The Seven Deadly Friendships by Mary DeMuth - take the Deadly Friendship quiz Third Love - Get 15% off your first purchase! Away Luggage - Get $20 off a suitcase with code: HAPPYHOUR
How many times have you been told you cannot or should not do something you truly wanted to do? Melissa Radke, author of “Eat Cake. Be Brave,” was told she was not good enough and she believed it. At age 41, while blowing out the candles of her birthday cookie, Melissa decided that she would simply be brave. She will share how to start living the life you were created to live.
Joining us on this episode is someone you may not know yet, but will want to know…and will hear a lot more about in the future. Melissa Radke came to the attention of 40 million people as a result of the video blogs she began doing on Facebook in her spare time. Those video blogs featuring Melissa’s take on life started out as a hobby and soon became a full-time job, which has lead to public speaking engagements, a book and a television show. Melissa’s book is called, Eat Cake. Be Brave. She feels she was born to be herself and be a light in the world. Her energy is magnetic and her words are relatable to anyone who has ever felt self-doubt or struggled with finding their place. You can learn more about her at https://www.melissaradke.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Once upon a time, Melissa believed a teacher who told her she would never amount to anything; a guy in high school who stood her up at the senior prom and made her feel unworthy of love; and a friend who said she was fat and an embarrassment.
Today, we talk the hilarious online personality, future reality TV star and best selling author of the hilarious and poignant book, Eat Cake, Be Brave - Melissa Radke. One thing Melissa says that I just love is that she wishes she could have titled the book Eat Cake, Be Free.There is so much laugher and wisdom in this episode, grab yourself a cup of coffee and cozy up to a good word!In this episode:*Joy is found in total, freedom. You’ll learn exactly what that means.*Plus a hilarious game of “Would You Rather”ANDMelissa has so graciously offered to do a signed book giveaway for one of our listeners. Register to win here Fill out the widget here >> https://www.itsnotthatseriouspodcast.com/episodes/e3e4-want-joy-be-free-with-guest-melissa-radke/Purchase Book Here:SHOW NOTES:What I'm Into:Banana Bread that will blow your top off! Recipe here >> https://www.kingarthurflour.com/recipes/whole-grain-banana-bread-recipe
Join co-host Dave Nassaney on the Neil Haley Show as they interview Melissa Radke, author of Eat Cake - Be Brave, and has 100 million downloads of a popular video on Youtube. She was also interviewed on Megan Kelly Today.
You can eat cake. You can be brave. Melissa suggests you do both at the same time. What you can't do is have your cake and eat it too, but you wouldn't want a bunch of chewed up cake anyway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joshua Cooley, Ben Malcolmson, Melissa Radke, Curtis Houck, Randy Hartley
Joshua Cooley, Ben Malcolmson, Melissa Radke, Curtis Houck, Randy Hartley
Episode 7- We're back! We discuss back to school, retreat, Taylor Swift, the Tooth Fairy 2.0, and what we're reading, listening to, and watching. As promised here is a link to a video of Chip and Melissa playing some ping pong at retreat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_Q2JCcyfgg All the things discussed: Abbadabba shoes (yes, that's really their website domain
August 22nd - Melissa Radke
August 22nd - Melissa Radke
Today on The Neil Haley Show's Caregiver Dave Segment, The Total Tutor Neil Haley will interview Melissa Radke, Author of EAT CAKE. BE BRAVE. Let me start by saying that reading this seems pretty impersonal and I would prefer we were discussing this over some Chick-fil-A or Diet Coke and queso. But I'll let it slide, THIS TIME! So this is where we get to know each other a little, so I'll go first… My name is Melissa and I was born after bell-bottoms but before leg warmers. I'll leave it up to you and Jesus to nail that down. I am married to my husband David, whom I affectionately refer to as The Attorney General; I do not imagine real-life Attorney Generals to be a lot of fun, wear silly things, do impulsive acts of tom foolery and let the rules slide. And I have now described him perfectly. I mean, he's funny…but in a very rigid, legal kind of way. And yet, I can find my car keys, my birth certificate and my pants because of this man. I adore him. I have two children, Remi Hope and Rocco Cooper. I sometimes refer to Remi as my “Purple Heart” because she's like the medal I got to take home after the war. Just before Remi was born we buried our son, Elisha Cooper, in the prettiest town in Tennessee. After many years of trying to have children and finally being successful only to lose him, we adopted Remi. I heard myself yell at her one day, “I brought you in to this world and I will take you out of it!” Truth is, I didn't bring her in to it, but I honestly forget that sometimes. She might favor her daddy, but she is me down to her overly dramatic toes. For every bit of spice and sass that Remi brings to our world, Rocco brings the kindness, gentleness and sensitivity to it. He is the yin to her yang. And he's sweet like his daddy. Thank you sweetbabyJesus for balance.
Y'all called it. You've told me to have her on the show and legit the minute we sat down in my office we were laughing and then I was teary telling her the truth and OMG Melissa Radke is everything. Her new book Eat Cake. Be Brave. is already on many of your shelves (and in your hearts) but wow is it a special one. And so is she. And so is this conversation. Get ready to laugh- this woman BRINGS IT. https://www.melissaradke.com http://100daystobrave.com http://anniefdowns.com #thatsoundsfunpodcast ... join in the conversation wherever hashtags are welcome. :)
Last week we began discussing the horrible “F” word of forgiveness. My friend and Pastor Jeremy Yancey was on the show. The show became really good, but it was also really long, so we just divided it into two parts. This is the follow-up to last week's show. We dive into the stages of forgiveness and how to free yourself. I have heard from so many of you that you needed to hear this teaching from this point of view. You needed to hear this perspective and be reminded that there are some unresolved feelings. Some of you may even have bitterness, unforgiveness, and resentment in your heart. The message resounded with you guys as much as it resounded with me. You can find Jeremy here: Timber Creek Church 936.632.3540 Timber Creek Church Podcast Timber Creek Church on Facebook Timber Creek Church on Twitter Show Notes [02:26] There has been broken trust in Jeremy's life but nothing that he considers horrific. He has seen it with family and friends though. [03:45] There are certain laws and principles of life that help us understand how to live. [05:00] Step back and do a personal inventory. It's possible that the issue has grown bigger than it should have. Begin to identify the areas of hurt. Rage and unforgiveness is a process that grows. [06:46] How I don't care is a protection mechanism, because if you don't care about something it can't hurt you. [07:39] Absence can build walls. Then you start thinking about something that happened and ruminating about it and it becomes worse. [08:29] When you escalate things in your mind, you start believing things that aren’t true. [09:26] You can't really trust your own judgment when you are hurting. You can't trust your own emotions when it comes to forgiveness. [11:46] A lot of people struggle with unforgiveness, because they try to find the strength within themselves. [12:11] If you have the humility you can learn from anybody. If you are a Christ follower, you can get strength from Jesus. [12:58] Find some people in your life that will talk honestly with you and come from a balanced perspective. [13:36] Try to listen to people who actually want you to get better. [18:25] Choose how and where you're going to spend your energy. Don't waste it on holding a grudge or trying to get revenge. [18:42] Spend yourself on releasing. Which is for you. Reconciling which makes things okay but maybe still little delicate. Restoration is where things are whole, and you trust each other again. [20:53] Preempting best practices like not being easily offended. Understand that conflict is part of life. [21:45] Understand the level of trust that has been broken. We want to know that we are safe and that we can trust the people we are with. [23:03] Being easily offended comes down to being vulnerable. [24:25] Put your hands out in front of you with your palms up and make the tightest fist you can. Hold that fist, then slowly release it. When I walk with clenched fists I miss opportunities for growth and opportunities to hang onto something else. [27:07] Lean into the pure love of God, and you will receive what you really need. This will lead to a less stressed life and less regrets. [29:54] Lightning round. Find out how Jeremy really feels about life, science fiction, comfort, strange food choices, road trips, and more. What? Your pastor isn’t a Hype Man for a middle aged white woman rapping… If you haven't met Mama Bear, check her out here with JY in this hilarious parody featuring your very own Melissa Radke and Jeremy Yancey. Can't get enough? We went back and did FOUR more follow ups to that first video, and at least three of them, you don't want to miss! Click the link to get all five in your inbox! Thanks for joining us on Ordinary People Ordinary Things. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave a nice review. Just like your mother taught you. [bctt tweet="'How we deal with forgiveness has to do with the kind of wound we are dealing with.' -Jeremy Yancey " username="msmelissaradke"] Links and Resources: Podcast Web Page Facebook Page @MsMelissaRadke on Instagram @msmelissaradke on Twitter This Sucks But God Is Good (online course) 20% Discount Code: Ordinary Timber Creek Church Mama Bear Parody with Melissa and Jeremy Get all five videos in your inbox The “F” Word Part One Brene Brown
We close out with a last laugh in our "For the Love of Laughter" series with none other than one of our own. We asked you: "Who's funny? Who is that funny person we should absolutely have on the podcast?" And you responded--Melissa Radke! Melissa is that funny friend who wryly observes all the things in life that we face as women and moms, and takes them to task--hilariously head on. Whether it's struggling with "Mom Guilt," or trying to make logical the complexities of "Red Ribbon Week"--140 million viewers of her videos can't get enough of her side-splitting soliloquies. You'll also hear Melissa's amazing mom hacks for everything from kids' costumes to a "nutritious" lunch. If you've been labeled as "too" much of something--too big, too loud, too vocal, too much--you'll find courage in Melissa's message of pushing aside what some people might say you are, and believing in who you're made to be.
Melissa explains why she chose the title Ordinary People. Ordinary Things on her very first podcast episode. And why "ordinary" might be one of the most perfect words of all. Melissa explains why she chose the title Ordinary People. Ordinary Things on her very first podcast episode. And why "ordinary" might be one of the most perfect words of all. The world is a series of miracles. We’re just so used to seeing them, we call them ordinary things. You are listening to Ordinary People Ordinary Things, and I am your host Melissa Radke, and I am the most ordinariest of them all. Welcome to episode #1 of the podcast. If you have never heard of me before, you are listening to this episode based on my podcast thumbnail picture. I thank you for that. You know how they say a picture is worth 1000 words? This picture is only worth 31. I am holding a pillow on my head, because I was asking for something, and my husband was telling me no, and whenever he does that I cover my head and pout. I am a giant child, and you will either come to love me or loathe me. Welcome to the show. You can find Melissa here: Podcast Web Page Facebook Page @MsMelissaRadke on Instagram @msmelissaradke on Twitter Show Notes [01:45] There is no gray area when it comes to me. People either love me or want to have me killed. [02:29] I started making videos on Facebook, about a year ago. My husband suggested I put videos on social media instead of just writing posts. [02:55] When you have a face for radio, putting yourself out there for the mass population is a bit scary. [03:18] One of the first videos I did was called Red Ribbon Week. This is where our school has us dress our kids up every day in order for them to stay off of drugs. I couldn't make sense of this in my head. [04:09] Monday dress like a Minion. Tuesday wear crazy socks and crazy hair. Thursday, we don't want drugs to find us, wear camouflage. [04:28] I was railing about how this didn't make sense and that little video has had about 100 million views, and that was the start of me doing more video and saying more things. [04:43] This video has opened a ton of doors for me on social media platforms. [05:21] I am married to a man I like to call the Attorney General, because no fun can be found in him. [06:38] We have been married for 23 years and 18 of them have been really really awesome. I adore him. We have two children Remi and Rocco. [07:27] I am from a small town in East Texas called Lufkin. [07:57] The Attorney General and I lived in Nashville for about 16 years, but we moved back to Lufkin, my hometown about seven years ago. [08:12] We were in the music business in Nashville. Nashville is awesome, but we wanted to raise our children around family and Texas BBQ. [09:08] I have been a podcast fan for a while now. I'm a mom, and I live in my car. I am always listening to something, and I like how podcasts have a wide spectrum of options. [10:38] I am hooked on Atlanta Monster, but don't turn it on when your kids are in the car. [11:56] I have so many favorite podcasts. If you have a recommendation, feel free to hit me up. I'm always looking for great shows. I'm also so happy to have my own little piece of podcast real estate. [12:06] Do you ever look at the cover of InStyle Magazine and say I really relate to that woman? When you see JLo at the Oscars, do you think to yourself I really get her? [12:45] Unfortunately, I do relate to those what not to wear articles where the woman has the black band across her face. [13:36] Some of the best and most relatable people that I have ever met are ordinary. [14:16] My professor was an ordinary man, but he gave me life-changing advice. [14:55] I set this podcast up, so I can interview ordinary people that are just like you and me. [16:59] When you are sick nothing beats your mom's homemade chicken and dumplings. You know what those are? They are ordinary. [18:22] We are not famous, well-known, or experts in any field. We're just people trying to do the best we can. [18:48] I think you'll find that I'm a lot like you, and that you fit in here. [19:56] The ordinary moments make up the big stuff. [21:02] Melissa shares her last great moment that she remembers. The family pulled up to Ray's Drive In in Melissa's car Big Darla. They ordered cheeseburgers and watched America's Funniest Home Videos on the laptop. [22:55] You don't need perfection. As Brene Brown says, "Joy comes to us in ordinary moments". Thanks for joining us on Ordinary People Ordinary Things. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave a nice review. Just like your mother taught you. Links and Resources: Podcast Web Page Facebook Page @MsMelissaRadke on Instagram @msmelissaradke on Twitter Red Ribbon Week Video This Sucks But God Is Good (online course) 20% Discount Code: Ordinary Atlanta Monster Podcast Dirty John Fun Therapy Revisionist History InStyle Magazine Jerry Springer Melissa McCarthy Ray’s Drive In America’s Funniest Home Videos Brene Brown
Get ready to laugh! We all need some more Melissa Radkes in our lives. Melissa is not just funny - she's a mom that is immensely talented. She's a best-selling author, speaker and television personality. She reminds me of Seinfeld in the ways she observes everyday life and finds the amusement in it all.I don't know about you, but I need to have moments in my everyday life to simply lighten up and enjoy it. This episode will allow you to pause and enjoy a chat about all things women. She shares the most hysterical stories about growing up in the South while also sharing heartfelt thoughts on her journey as a mom. She is simply delightful! Don't miss her heartfelt and honest encouragement about learning to accept who you are. She is at a point in her life where she feels settled in her body and personality. However, there was a season when she prayed to be someone else. I pray that last little bit will encourage you in a deep way. Let the truth of what she says sink into your heart – that the God who created you loves exactly who you are.Much love,Courtney Chapters(03:01) Navigating Life in Texas(05:51) Graduation and College Preparations(08:56) The Importance of Female Friendships(12:02) The Impact of Women in Our Lives(14:56) Preparing for College Life(17:58) Facing Loneliness in College(18:16) Shared Experiences and Humor in Childhood(20:21) Nostalgic Family Memories and Food Traditions(23:51) The Role of Food in Family Dynamics(26:18) Finding One's Identity and Acceptance(30:01) Embracing Authenticity and Personal Growth(32:53) The Joy of Laughter and ConnectionConnect with Pardon The Mess:Christian ParentingPardon The Mess Courtney DeFeoGet your 2024-2025 prayer journal, A Life of FaithResources from today's show:Connect with Melissa Radke Chicken-Fried Women - Melissa's new book Mom's, Dad's and Grad's Gift GuidePardon The Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.orgOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://www.avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out IXL and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.comPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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