Carlette Christmas Show: Recent Episodes
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In The Warfighter’s Soul, Greg Wark explains the trauma and depression that attack veterans and offer proven strategies to combat this enemy. This book is for veterans, those who know a veteran, and those entering the military.
Diane Marie Brown's debut novel, Black Candle Women, was chosen as a Read with Jenna Book Club pick on the Today Show.
Former retired Deputy Police Chief Beverly 'BJ' Council talks safety and survival during police encounters.
Over time, negative self-talk can lead to more than just a pessimistic outlook on life. It can destroy your confidence; damage your relationships; and lead to anxiety, depression, and a host of other mental health conditions. It’s time to say, enough! This little book will give you the tools—and the courage—you need to tell your toxic mind to f*ck off for good.
After her diagnosis with breast cancer, Tiah Tomlin-Harris believed that no one should walk this cancer journey alone and founded the My Breast Years Ahead sisterhood and co-founded My Style Matters, a 501c grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and supporting underserved families impacted by cancer.
Amy Wong, author of Living on Purpose, talks about helping to show people how to feel more connected to those around them and how to be truly satisfied in the life you are living.
April Ross, is an assistant District Attorney. She joins us today to share her story of domestic abuse and her journey of overcoming it. She also goes on to explain how domestic abuse is not only physical, it is also emotional.
Peggy McIntosh, author of White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack, shares her experiences of white privilege and her fight for inclusion.
Denise Woods is one of the nation's most sought after vocal coaches and has worked with everyone from Mahershala Ali, Will Smith, and Idris Elba to Kirsten Dunst and Jessica Chastain. In The Power of Voice, Woods shares the secrets, tips, lessons, and stories that have helped Hollywood’s biggest stars become confident, effective communicators.
Dr. Vivienne Ming is a neuroscientist, inventor and author. She is featured frequently for her research and inventions in The Financial Times, The Atlantic, Quartz Magazine and the New York Times.
Enjoy our conversation with Mrs. Serita Jakes as she talks about the Women Thou Art Loosed Finale and Louisiana native Monyetta Shaw-Carter shares her journey from small town Louisiana to becoming an actress.
Enjoy our conversation with Mrs. Serita Jakes as she talks about the Women Thou Art Loosed Finale and Louisiana native Monyetta Shaw-Carter shares her journey from small town Louisiana to becoming an actress.
Psychologist Dr. Samantha Gray shares her story of finding out her husband was cheating on her through a text message and her investigative instincts she took to confirm his lies.
Psychologist Dr. Samantha Gray shares her story of finding out her husband was cheating on her through a text message and her investigative instincts she took to confirm his lies.
A powerful story of hope after death and grief. After the death of her husband, Shelley Jinks Johnson shares how she is staying hopeful.
Emma Benoit was a popular, beautiful highschool cheerleader from Louisiana and she shares about her story about the day she tried to take her own life.
If you or someone you know needs help, please call the suicide hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or visit www.savecenla.com for resources. It's ok to ask for help.
Rachel Dolezal is an author, activist, educator and artist. She discusses her book, In Full Color: Finding My Place in a Black and White World and shares who she is outside of the media frenzy that has surrounded her.
Growing up in California, Lana found herself addicted to alcohol and eventually developing epilepsy from drug addiction. At 19, she heard the Gospel and everything changed. Lana was delivered from drugs and alcohol and healed of epilepsy. At that moment, it became her commitment to reach and rescue others, which has led her to some of the most desperate places in the world. For over 17 years, Lana and the Life Impact team have been relentlessly working to make a difference in the lives of exploited and at-risk children in Thailand, Myanmar, and the war-zones in between.
Dr. George C. Fraser is Chairman and CEO of FraserNet, Inc; a company he founded almost 30 years ago with the vision to lead a global networking movement that brings together diverse human resources to increase opportunities for people of African descent. He is considered by many to be a new voice for African Americans and one of the foremost authorities on economic development, networking and building effective relationships. While George’s accomplishments are significant, his beginnings were very humble. He was born in Brooklyn, NY in
Bessel van der Kolk is a psychiatrist, author, researcher and educator based in Boston, USA Today he joins us to discuss trauma.
Mathew Knowles, author of Racism From the Eyes of a Child, shares about his experience growing up during the Civil Rights Movement, and his journey of racism throughout his life.
Mandy Horvath shares her story of becoming a double amputee at 21 years old by being run over by a train, alcoholism and her ascent of the Manitou Incline.
Author Tiffany Shlain shares about her book 24/6: Giving up Screens to Get More Time, Creativity and Connection. She shares how to schedule a weekly screen free day.
Renisha Beaudion, Principal at Julius Patrick 6th grade Academy and Shannon McCue, Assistant Principal at Alexandria Middle Magnet, share their experiences as educators and the importance of children getting an education.
Willie Spears, Executive Director of GAEDA Revitalization Corporation, talks about a grant for seniors to help rebuild their homes.
Dr. Jaya McSharma shares about life growing up as an Indian American, Indian culture and how the pandemic has affected her as a doctor.
Tamara Winfrey Harris, author of Dear Black Girls: letters from your sisters on stepping into your power, talks about black culture, why blacks are half as likely to get married than their white counterparts and so much more.
Cindi McMenamin, award-winning writer and national speaker, helps women discover strength for the soul. Cindi has been ministering to women for 35 years and has written 17 books. She loves helping others write the book that God has put on their hearts.
Julie Henry, Executive Director of Marketing, Strategy and Business Development at Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, talks about her experience in the hospital when Covid first began, the uncertainty and other frontline workers experiences.
Jessica Juneau Clark, a 2006 graduate of Holy Savior Menard and Fault Protection Systems Engineer for NASA shares her experience working with the Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover mission.
Lana Vasquez, founder of Life Impact International, shares about being a Go-Go dancer in Hollywood and being addicted to alcohol and drugs, which led to epilepsy, all by 18 years old. At 19, she heard the Gospel for the first time and her life changed. At 24 she moved to Thailand to help trafficked, exploited and at-risk children.
Dennis Stewart, principal of Alexandria Middle Magnet Jr. High, talks his life growing up and when he decided he wanted to teach. His first year of teaching he was voted by his peers as Teacher of the Year. In 2020 he won Louisiana Middle School Principal of the Year.
Ambassador Andrew Young talks about Black Lives Matter, George Floyd, Stacey Abrams and so much more during Black History Month.
Author Larry Doochin shares how our world has become very fear based, but when we don't understand the sources of that fear, we can't heal them. We are meant to live in joy, not fear. A Book On Fear gives us tools to find out where this fear is coming from. There is a simple exercise at the end of each chapter that will shift the reader into an immediate higher state of awareness of that chapter's topic.
Rhonda Stoppe, author of "Moms Raising Sons to be Men" shares about the special calling moms of boys have to shape them into future men of God. This book is filled with help from parenting experts and other moms that will help a woman partner with God as they shape the character and hearts of future Godly men.
Bethany Webster, considered the global expert on healing the "mother wound" shares about her book, Discovering the Inner Mother.
Dr. Cindy Trimm, best selling author, speaker and advocate shares about the need to heal the nation.
Tired of walking on eggshells? Robert Taibbi, LCSW and psychotherapist shares about anxiety and how to deal with it.
Dr. Jose Zapatero, Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Medical Affairs for Christus St. Francis Cabrini Hospital answers questions about the Covid-19 vaccine.
Christian Jones, marketing director for Heart of LA Credit Union, discusses they have adapted banking during the pandemic and financial planning for 2021.
Courtney McKee shares her miracle story of her 2 1/2 year old son Max being found in a bottom of a pool and survived. Max says he wasn't scared because Jesus was holding him.
Lindsay Smith Jeter tells her miracle story of her son flying in a private plane with his dad and uncle and it crashed with both men passing away but her son, Mason, survived.
Marie Simpson shares her miracle story from complications she had during her pregnancy.
Melshika Bowman shares her miracle story of surviving multiple car crashes and how she helps others to get healthy.
Beth Kempton shares about her book Calm Christmas and a Happy New Year and talks about how to find peace and stay calm during the holidays, even during a pandemic.
Galit Ventura-Rozen, author of The Successful Woman's Mindset, shares how to activate the power within yourself to have the success you desire in your job, business and life.
Hunter Clarke-Fields, author of Raising Good Humans, offers strategies to break free from reactive parenting habits and raise kind and confident kids.
Melanie Dale, author of Calm the H*ck Down, talks about how you need to dial back the stress of raising children and to realize that we all need to lighten up a little bit.
Lisa Qualls, co-author of The Connected Parent:Real-Life Strategies for Building Trust and Attachment, helps explain that techniques that worked for your birth children may not work with your adopted or foster child. You will learn how to simplify your approach using scripts, combat chronic fear, nurture your child, teach respect and learn other valuable tools to help build a connection with your child.
Pastor Bill Vanderbush and Brit Eaton, author's of Reckless Grace, give a biblical explanation of grace and share how they have experienced grace in their lives.
Gail Lukasik, author of White Like Her, shares how life has been after sharing her story about growing up believing her mother was white and having to keep the secret after finding out until after her mother passed away.
Darcy Gaechter, author of Amazon Woman, shares her journey as she became the 1st woman who kayaked down the Amazon River from source to sea.
Johnnay Benjamin, Director of Early Detection and Outreach for Mary Bird Perkins, shares about the events they are hosting along with Healthy Blue to help bring awareness to Colorectal Cancer.
Author of The Point After, Sean Conley shares his life as an NFL football kicker and how he found meditation.
1 out of every 100 people in the United States diagnosed with Breast Cancer is a male. Mathew Knowles shares his story and what men need to know.
Cleco Recruiter, Shannon Senviel and Director of Financial Aid at CLTCC, Kelly Caruso, discuss the Cleco sponsored Diversity Scholarship being offered at CLTCC and all that is awarded with it.
During this time when so many have lost their jobs, Misty Slayter, Vice Chancellor of Workforce at CLTCC, shares about the Reboot Your Career Program and how you can make a fresh start.
Eddie Ray Jackson, C.O.O. of Macon Ridge CDC, a Non-Profit Community Development Organization located in Ferriday, LA with over 19 years experience in housing and over 15 years in Credit Counseling, discusses the importance of having good credit.
Dr Constance Chen, a board-certified plastic surgeon with special expertise in the use of innovative natural techniques to optimize medical and cosmetic outcomes for women undergoing breast reconstruction, shares what Perforator Flap Breast Reconstruction is and masectomy's.
Marcus Moore, author of The Butterfly Effect: How Kendrick Lamar Ignited the Soul of Black America, shares about his book and how he felt Kendrick Lamar should be honored while he is still alive.
Kevon Chisolm, founder of Black Wallstreeter Consultation Services, shares what people need to know about investing and his mission to help teach African Americans more about financial planning.
Joseph Ferrari, author of Still Procrastinating: The No Regrets Guide To Getting it Done, shares about why he feels procrastination is learned in the home and what characteristics make someone a procrastinator.
Jim Heaney, author of Choosing Presence, shares about finding peace and the importance to focus on breathing.
Julie Crews, Business Compliance Regulator, Grant Writer and Founder of Choose Crews Consulting, discusses what everyone needs to know about the Louisiana Main Street Recovery Grant and how to apply.
Mick Essex, Vantage Health Marketing Regional Director for South Louisiana, explains things you need to know about Vantage Health Insurance, how customer service is so important to them and how important it is to know what your insurance company offers you.
Amy Newmark, Editor in Chief for Chicken Soup for the Soul, discusses their new release Listen to Your Dreams: 101 Tales of Inner Guidance, Divine Intervention and Miraculous Insight
Michael Baran, author of Acts of Subtle Exclusion, expains how to understand, identify and stop microaggressions.
Dr. Glenda Glover, President of Tennessee State University and International President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. shares about growing up in a Civil Rights Family and how she experienced colorism and always had a desire to learn new things.
Marie Simpson, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, shares about a program Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital is doing to help those affected by Hurricane Laura who are Diabetic and still without power.
Dr. Cade Brumley, LA Superintendent of Education, shares about LA schools reopening and the changes for students and teachers.
Michael Wynne, historian and Joe Page, grandson of Charles Frederick Page, share about his building an airplane (airship) and received a patent before the Wright Brothers, but his plane was stolen and destroyed. He had a legacy of helping others and is a true hidden figure in Central Louisiana.
Dr. Tim Randell, Orthopaedic Surgeon at Mid State and Sports Medicine Center, discusses arthritis and knee problems people face and what can be done to relieve the pain.
Raj Register, Head of Global Brand Experiences for Ford Motor Company, shares about diversity, the importance of strong women in her life and racial bias.
Dr. Greg Hammer, pediatric intensive care physician, pediatric anesthesiologist, researcher and author shares about his book, GAIN Without Pain and the 4 pillars of resilience he feels is needed in all walks of life: Gratitude, Acceptance, Intention and Non-judgement.
Dr. Kristin Neff, author of Self-Compassion, shares about how we need self-compassion and how it relates to self-esteem.
Nancy Colier, psychotherapist and author, shares about her article from Psychology Today and makes us look at things in our lives that don't crumble, like kindness, gratitude and appreciation.
Judy Ginsburgh, founder of 100 plus women who care about central Louisiana, shares her story of how her family caught CO-VID19, even though they tried to be safe by wearing masks and only leaving their house when needed. She tells of her husbands journey in the hospital and the importance of wearing masks.
Dr. Patti Ashley, psychotherapist and author of Shame-Informed Therapy, discusses the difference between shame and guilt and the three defenses to shame: moving away, moving towards and moving against.
Dr. McSharma, a doctor on the front lines of treating CO-VID19 patients, expresses her opinion on the importance of wearing masks.
Latasha Morrison, author of Be the Bridge, discusses microaggressions, racial narratives and biases.
Dr Loretta Prater shares her book, Excessive Use of Force, which tells about how her son Leslie was hogtied, suffocated and killed by police in 2004. She had the opportunity to speak with new police recruits about her son to help teach against police brutality.
T.C. Stallings, former star athlete turned filmmaker, shares his story of football being his God then coming to have a personal relationship with Jesus.
Lynn Whitfield, Louisiana native actress, shares her journey to become Lady Mae Greenleaf on the OWN hit series Greenleaf
Captain Sonia Pruitt shares her thoughts on the George Floyd case and the other cases like his happening in our country.
Dr. Michael Redmond, Louisiana Eye and Laser, tells us everything we need to know about cataracts.
Nicole Collins, a native Louisianian, shares her story of becoming an actress and a filmmaker.
Tina Lifford, star of Queen Sugar, shares about her book The Little Book of Big Lies, and our 3 selves: surviving self, thriving self and infinite self.
Julie Morgenstern is an organizing & productivity consultant, New York Times best-selling author, and speaker. Julie joins Carlette to discuss her bestseller Time to Parent.
Deborah Riley Draper sits down with Carlette to discuss Olympic Pride, American Prejudice. Deborah Riley Draper is an award-winning and critically-acclaimed filmmaker, motivational speaker and advertising agency veteran
Carlette sits down with artist Ashley Longshore to discuss her journey and illustrious career.