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But Did YOU Die Tho? Confessions of a Widow by Carmen Barton
But Did You Die Tho... Confessions of a Widow is the unfiltered, hilarious, and deeply human podcast from comedian Carmen Barton, marking the four-year anniversary of the sudden loss of her husband, podcaster Anthony Carthan. Broadcasting from the very LA home where Anthony built his podcast dreams, Carmen steps up to the mic to share her own journey—this time, blending gut-busting comedy with raw confessions, unexpected hope, and unapologetic truth.
Through laughter, tears, and a little bit of side-eye, Carmen invites listeners into her world as she navigates widowhood, healing, and the wild road back to truly living. Whether she’s dropping punchlines or peeling back the layers of grief, she’s doing it with heart, humor, and a dash of shenanigans.
This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a resurrection. And trust, you’ll laugh, cry, and ask yourself: But did you die tho?
Full Bio
🎤 About Carmen Barton
Carmen Barton sizzles as one of the most captivating female comics to grace the stage! With a natural flair for entertainment, she effortlessly juggles the roles of a new widow and mother to three adult children. Even amid her personal struggles, Carmen's relatability, adaptability, and refreshing take on life never fail to win over audiences.
In the midst of her grief, Carmen bravely shared snippets of her journey in an anthology, propelling her book, And Then She Bounced Back, to the top of Amazon's best sellers list!
Armed with an uncanny ability to find humor in life's trials, Carmen fearlessly transforms her most painful and awkward moments into uproarious comedy.
Hailing from Ferguson, a quaint suburb near St. Louis, Missouri, Carmen's knack for entertaining was evident from a young age as she regaled friends, family, and colleagues with her wit and charm.
Now ascending in Hollywood, Carmen's trajectory is set as she embarks on a global mission: to spread laughter far and wide.
In addition to gracing stages at clubs, colleges, and military bases nationwide, Carmen has brought her comedic talents to Kuwait, Iraq, and Afghanistan, lifting the spirits of troops stationed abroad.
Carmen's television debut on Starz Networks' Martin Lawrence Presents: 1st Amendment Stand Up marked just the beginning of her small screen success. From Nickelodeon's popular comedy series NickMom Night Out to Bounce TV's Off The Chain and Starz's Staan Dup!, Carmen's comedic prowess knows no bounds. Her stand-up routines, featured on Comedy In Color season 3, are now available for streaming on Tubi, Peacock, Amazon, and AppleTV. Recently, Carmen dazzled audiences as the star and Associate Producer of her debut film, This is Life, also streaming on Tubi and Amazon.
Catch Carmen's uproarious antics as a resident juror on BET Networks' Ms. Pat Settles It, a side-splitting, unscripted courtroom show where her courtroom theatrics keep the laughter flowing.
Blessed with both beauty and brains, Carmen's act is a breath of fresh air, seamlessly blending timely humor with her signature flair. With cutting-edge performances and captivating storytelling, Carmen Barton leaves audiences clamoring for more.
But Did YOU Die Tho? Confessions of a Widow by Carmen Barton
Episode 9: Forget the Rules: Real Grief, Real Fashion, Real Talk
Episode 9: Forget the Rules: Real Grief, Real Fashion, Real Talk
Description:
In this powerful, myth-busting episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow, Comedian Carmen Barton throws the whole “rulebook” out the window — starting with fashion rules and ending with the 5 Stages of Grief that people pretend are one-size-fits-all.
From “don’t mix prints” to “you’re supposed to feel anger before bargaining,” Carmen breaks down how both fashion and grief come with a lot of pressure and a lot of misconceptions — and why none of it is actually true.
She shares how her personal grief journey after losing her husband Anthony “Nick” Carthan was nothing like the neat little chart psychologists created in the 1960s. Carmen explains that grief is messy, unpredictable, non-linear, and unique to every person — and that trying to “follow the stages” can make sorrow even harder.
Of course, this week’s 4Cs and 2Fs shines the spotlight on Fashion, where Carmen dismantles outdated style rules and shows listeners how to embrace personal expression, comfort, and confidence without apology.
This episode is fun, honest, freeing, and a reminder that healing has no timeline — and style has no limits.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- Fashion Rules You Don’t Have to Follow – Carmen breaks down the myths that restrict creativity and self-expression.
- The 5 Stages of Grief… Exposed – Why they’re oversimplified and how grief actually shows up in waves, loops, setbacks, and surprises.
- Carmen’s True Grief Journey – Real stories that prove healing is anything but linear.
- 4Cs & 2Fs: Fashion Edition – Carmen shows her signature style and why confidence is the real accessory.
- Freedom & Permission – A reminder that grief and fashion are both personal and don’t belong in a box.
Participate & Win:
- Send your Comical Confession or grief story to: Carmen@Carmencomedy.com
- Follow Carmen on IG: @carmencomedy
- Subscribe on YouTube: Carmen Barton Comedy
- Connect via Linktree: @carmenbarton
Mentioned in This Episode:
- Camp Widow – campwidow.org
- Fashion Inspiration – @philthyragz | Shop Styles
About Carmen Barton
Carmen Barton is a stand-up comedian, actress, and TV personality known for her humor, heart, and honesty. A widow and mother of three, she transforms pain into storytelling that inspires, heal
Closing Note: You’ve officially been Carmonized! Tune in next week for more laughter, lessons, and real-life conversations on love, loss, and living out loud. Follow; Like and Subscribe @CarmenComedy in IG
- Follow Carmen on Instagram: @carmencomedy
- Subscribe on YouTube: Carmen Barton Comedy
- Connect via Linktree: @carmenbarton
🎤 About Carmen Barton
Carmen Barton is a stand-up comedian, actress, and TV personality known for her quick wit and authentic storytelling. A widow and mother of three, she fearlessly transforms life’s toughest moments into laughter, whether on stage, on screen, or behind the podcast mic.
🎬 Production Credits:
- Executive Producer: Carmen Barton
- Senior Producer: Coach Dagne Barton