Episode 1: Rest in Peace...NIck Carthan

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Welcome to the very first episode of But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow. I’m your host, Carmen Barton — comedian, TV personality, and now your podcast guide through a mix of humor, real-life stories, and heartfelt reflections.

In this debut episode, I honor my late husband, Anthony Nicholas “Nick” Carthan, on the 4-year anniversary of his passing. Recorded in the very space he used for his own creative work, I share stories, laughs, and a glimpse into what’s ahead for this show. From my journey as a widow to hilarious moments from our life together, you’ll hear how grief and comedy can coexist — and why we’re just getting started.

🗒️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The Story Behind the Mic — My background in stand-up comedy, TV appearances, and why this podcast exists.
• Remembering Nick Carthan — The man behind the name, his creative spirit, and the memories that keep me going.
• A Sneak Peek at the Truth — Why I’m saving the full story of his passing for a special multi-part series later in the season.
• Report Card Session - 4Cs & 2Fs: Cooking — From St. Louis-style fried rice in a pineapple bowl to tacos (and a little Chipotle finesse).
• Comical Confession — The time I accidentally (on purpose) set off two fire alarms at work… and blamed it on Barbara.
• How You Can Join the DYD Crew — Submit your own comical confession or grief story for a chance to win prizes from my closet, DYD merch, and more.

📨 Participate & Win:

• Send your Comical Confession or grief story to: [e-mail]
• Follow me on Instagram: @CarmenBarton
• Subscribe on YouTube: Carmen Barton Comedy https://www.youtube.com/@CarmenBartonComedy 

📌 Mentioned in This Episode:

• BET’s “Ms. Pat Settles It” – Watch on BET
• Martin Lawrence Presents: 1st Amendment Stand Up – Bounce TV
• Byron Allen’s Comics Unleashed 

🎤 About Carmen Barton

Carmen Barton is a stand-up comedian, actress, and TV personality whose quick wit and relatable storytelling have taken her from the stages of Martin Lawrence Presents: 1st Amendment Stand Up to her current role as a resident juror on BET’s hit courtroom comedy Ms. Pat Settles It. A widow and mother of three, Carmen turns life’s toughest moments into laugh-out-loud stories — including in her Amazon best-selling book And Then She Bounced Back.

She’s performed for audiences worldwide — from U.S. comedy clubs to military bases in Kuwait, Iraq, and Afghanistan — and her work can be seen on Tubi, Peacock, Amazon, and AppleTV. With But Did You Die Though: Confessions of a Widow, Carmen brings her humor, honesty, and heart to the mic, inviting listeners to laugh, reflect, and ride along on her one-of-a-kind journey.

Closing Note:
You’ve officially been Carmonized — welcome to the DYD Crew! Stick around for next week’s episode where we dive into my dating life post-loss (spoiler: it’s a wild ride).