The Dr. Melissa Show & The Stories That Shape Us
Discover the stories that shape us — and the truths that connect us. In the Dr. Melissa Show, Dr. Melissa Carman, performance coach, therapist, CEO, and expert interviewer, dives into the human experience through storytelling. In each episode, Dr. Melissa sits down with leaders, creators, and everyday individuals to explore the struggles, triumphs, and defining moments that shape who we are. Whether you're seeking inspiration, a fresh perspective, or a space where real stories are honored, The Dr. Melissa Show invites you to connect more deeply, integrate more fully, and thrive more authentically. ✨ Subscribe to join the conversation! Want to be a guest? Contact: info@drmelissacarman.com Follow Dr. Melissa: @drmelissacarman ⚠️ Disclaimer: This show is intended for informational and inspirational purposes only. It does not constitute counseling, therapy, or medical advice. Listening to this show does not create a therapeutic relationship. Please seek support from a licensed provider if needed.
Episodes
What if the moments that nearly break us are the ones that reveal us?
In this episode of The Dr. Melissa Show, Dr. Kaushal “K-Daddy” Nanavati shares the hidden layers of his journey—from an immigrant childhood and academic collapse to becoming a physician, author, and Assistant Dean of Wellness. Through laughter, love, and honesty, he reveals how self-trust, family roots, and daily mindset shifts build a foundation for tr...
When Carlos Tearney walks into a room, he brings more than world championship titles and a fifth-degree black belt. For those of us lucky enough to know him, we know he brings his mega-watt smile, but he also brings depth. Carlos' story was shaped by the streets of Syracuse, forged through loss, transformation, and an unshakable commitment to helping others rise.
In this episode of The Dr. Melissa Show, we go far bey...
When everything changes in an instant, what do you hold onto? For Dianne Vitkus, the answer is resilience, determination, and a new way forward as she works to transform trauma into purpose.
In this episode, Dr. Melissa sits down with Dianne Vitkus—former Division I athlete, surgical PA, and current disability advocate—to explore what it really means to rebuild a life after trauma. After a spinal cord injury left her para...
Eric Devendorf isn’t just a former basketball standout—he’s a living testament to how one’s love for the game can evolve into a mission. From scoring 1,680 points at Syracuse University and playing professionally to coaching, broadcasting, and launching a foundation in Central New York, Eric blends passion, resilience, and relentless commitment into everything he does.
In this heartfelt conversation on The Dr. Melissa Sho...
As a business founder, nothing is more exciting than scaling . . . but are you scaling and growing in a way that is sustainable?
In this episode, Dr. Melissa sits down with Christen Belcher, founder of Tre Cani Consulting and the woman behind some extremely successful operational turnarounds. With over two decades of experience building systems that scale, Christen has a gift for seeing what most founders can’t: the gaps ...
Episode 4: All In. Jeff Knauss on Legacy, Leadership, and the People Who Shape Us
In this episode of The Dr. Melissa Show, serial entrepreneur Jeff Knauss (Digital Hyve, Opin, Arcovo AI) shares how poverty fueled his hustle, why he made every employee an owner before selling his company in a multi-million-dollar deal, and how family remains the compass behind every decision he makes.
Some people talk about leadership. Jeff lives it—...
In this episode of The Dr. Melissa Show: The Stories That Shape Us, Dr. Melissa Carman—licensed therapist, executive coach, and founder of CNY Mental Health Counseling—sits down with Arel Moodie, award-winning speaker and founder of Talkadot, a software platform helping speakers, educators, and coaches collect powerful audience feedback to grow their impact and credibility.
Arel’s story spans from growing up in public housing in Bro...
In this episode of The Dr. Melissa Show: The Stories That Shape Us, Dr. Melissa Carman—licensed therapist, executive coach, and founder of CNY Mental Health Counseling—sits down with Kate Houck, Executive Director of David’s Refuge and founder of Brave CNY.
Kate is a seasoned nonprofit leader, speaker, and culture-builder who shares what it really takes to lead with intention, build trust, and hold yourself accountable in both profe...
Welcome to the first episode of The Dr. Melissa Show: The Stories That Shape Us—a podcast exploring the quiet, defining moments of identity, growth, and transformation that often unfold behind closed doors.
In this powerful premiere episode, Dr. Melissa Carman—licensed therapist, executive coach, and founder of CNY Mental Health Counseling—sits down with Christine Phillips, a former educator turned Practice & Partnership Manager...
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