Brenda K. Starr joins Teresa Giudice on Turning The Tables to share the incredible highs and lows of her music career — from Billboard hits and Latin awards to losing her record deal and rebuilding her life as a single mother. She opens up about her famous song “I Still Believe,” mentoring Mariah Carey early in her career, raising four children, and finding strength through adversity. Teresa and Brenda also connect over motherhood, relationships, and personal growth in this emotional and inspiring conversation.
00:00 Teresa Introduces Brenda K. Starr
01:00 Brenda’s Career & Latin Music Success
03:30 Relationships, Kids & Life Lessons
06:30 Teresa Opens Up About Family Healing
09:00 Brenda Losing Her Record Deal & Starting Over
13:30 How Brenda Got Into Music
17:30 Creative Process & Songwriting
20:00 Career Highlights & Carnegie Hall
23:30 Father Relationship & Independence
27:00 The Story Behind “I Still Believe”
30:00 Mariah Carey Connection Revealed
33:00 Fan Questions — Dream Festivals
35:00 Writing From Heartbreak
37:30 Parenting & Strength Lessons
40:00 Brenda’s Podcast & Projects
42:00 Closing
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