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All About The JoyKelly Quinn on Craft, Courage, and Building a Life in ActingIn this episode of The Private Lounge, Carmen sits down with actor Kelly Quinn for a candid, funny, and deeply honest conversation about the realities of building an acting career outside of Hollywood. Kelly opens up about her unexpected path from law enforcement to acting — including undercover work that required her to “blend in everywhere,” a skill she now recognizes as early training for the craft. Carmen and Kelly revisit their time studying with renowned acting coach Howard Fine, reflect on the shift from Los Angeles to Chicago’s more intimate casting landscape, and break down the surprisin...
2026-02-1547 min
All About The JoyWhen the World Tells You How to Feel — Choose Your Own StoryWhat if the loudest voices in your feed don’t get to tell you how to feel? Carmen opens up about growing up without a father, losing her mother young, and refusing the tidy TV script that says a missing parent means a missing self. Instead of inheriting anger, she chose curiosity, gratitude, and the quiet strength of mentors who showed up without spectacle. That decision—to trust her inner compass over a media narrative—became the groundwork for her book, Canela, a tender letter to the father she never knew and a celebration of the neighbors and teachers who ma...
2026-02-0828 min
All About The JoyLearning Differently: A Mother’s Journey to Understanding and Real SupportA small on-air shuffle turns into a masterclass in advocacy as we sit down with Nikki, a mom who refused to let stigma define her son’s path. From the first red flags in kindergarten to a game-changing IEP, she lays out the exact steps she took to move from confusion and frustration to clarity and progress. You’ll hear how early signs like trouble with phonics and mounting stress pointed to an auditory processing disorder, and how a supportive teacher, a pediatrician, and thorough evaluations created a clear plan that actually worked.We get specific about what...
2026-02-0136 min
All About The JoyGen Z, Big Decisions, and the Myth of the ‘Right Path’What if the “right path” isn’t a single lane but a series of smart experiments? Carmen sits down with Juliana, her 17‑year‑old goddaughter, for a candid Gen X–Gen Z conversation about big choices, bigger pressures, and the real work of growing into your own voice. It’s equal parts heart and homework: career dreams, changing majors, family expectations, and how to support teens without smothering them.We dig into what post‑high school planning actually feels like - four possible routes, clear ambitions, and the fear of picking wrong. Carmen shares how winding roads are normal, even...
2026-01-2541 min
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2026-01-2214 min
All About The Joy20 Don’ts for a Saner, Kinder 2026: Media Literacy, Culture, and Real JoyReady for a cleaner feed, clearer mind, and a steadier heart in 2026? Carmen opens the year with twenty unapologetic don’ts that cut through noise and nudge us toward a saner, kinder way to live. We move from civic basics you should know by heart—two senators, your House rep, your governor, your mayor—to the media literacy everyone claims and too few practice. Viral doesn’t mean true; three sources beat one influencer; and when you’re wrong, own it, fix it, and move on. The payoff is real power: you stop being steered by clout and start steering y...
2026-01-0415 min
All About The JoyAll About The Joy: A New Year’s MessageJoy gets treated like a soft word online, but we use it like a backbone. We open with gratitude for the people who made this community real, then map how our small show grew into four connected formats that serve different needs without losing the thread. Friday Night Live brings the weekly neighborhood energy - unscripted, a little messy, and always welcoming. The Private Lounge offers deeper, slower conversations that let real stories breathe. Carmen Talk is where I think out loud, teach when it fits, and process what’s on my mind. And Culture and Consequence with Andrea ex...
2026-01-0106 min
All About The JoyHow Learning Differences, Confidence, and One Tiny Daily Ritual Can Change EverythingWhat if the story you tell yourself about being “not smart enough” is just a bad fit between your brain and a test format? We open up about growing up with the quiet fear of not measuring up, the panic of multiple-choice exams, and the surprising relief that came from changing the way questions were asked. When the puzzle layer fell away, knowledge finally had room to show up—no extra genius required, just a fairer way to think and respond.From there, we explore learning differences without shame: how timing, ambiguity, and test-maker intent can derail capabl...
2025-12-1423 minAll About The JoyShow Rewind: Christmas, Healthcare, Botox & Finding JoyThis week we’re taking a pause for the holiday and bringing you something different: a rewind across all four shows under the All About The Joy umbrella — Friday Night Live, The Private Lounge, Culture and Consequence, and Carmen Talk. Friday Night Live: The week didn’t go as planned: too-early holiday decorations, energy at zero, and a funeral that brought everything into focus. That’s where our conversation starts—at the messy edge of real life—before opening into a thoughtful, myth-busting look at cosmetic care, modern healthcare, and a practice of joy that actu...
2025-11-3041 min
All About The JoyJoy vs. Happiness: Why Chasing Sparks Isn’t EnoughWhat if the feeling you’re chasing isn’t meant to be chased at all? Carmen shares why happiness is a spark and joy is a lighthouse, and how learning the difference changed her life. From a tender childhood memory - horseback riding boots - that cut into the back of her knees while her heart soared - to a recent doctor visit that spiraled into anger, she shows how accessing joy can steady your breath, shift your perspective, and help you move forward when everything feels heavy.We talk about happiness as external and fleeting: bonuses, sunny...
2025-11-2324 min
All About The JoyBad Bunny, Budget Battles & Belonging: Who Really Counts in America?A Super Bowl halftime rumor shouldn’t trigger a civics crisis - but the Bad Bunny backlash did exactly that. We start with culture and run headlong into identity, geography, and the gaps in how we understand America. Puerto Ricans are U.S. citizens. Spanish is part of the national soundtrack. When people panic about who “counts,” it’s really a story about education, belonging, and whether we can sit still long enough to be surprised by something new.From there, we drop into the mechanics that actually shape lives: how the Senate’s 60-vote threshold turns “control” int...
2025-10-0340 min
All About The JoyFour Shows, One Mission: How All About the Joy Creates CommunityEver wondered what it means to find joy in every circumstance? Carmen Lezeth takes you behind the scenes in this special episode, unveiling the four distinct shows that make up the All About the Joy podcast network while sharing the deeply personal story behind its creation.Growing up in challenging circumstances, Carmen discovered a survival mechanism that would eventually shape her entire worldview: "When you're in a hole, you need to stop digging. The way to do that sometimes is just to look up and try to find the light." This philosophy of seeking joy amid difficulty...
2025-09-2812 min
All About The JoyWhen Leadership Embarrasses a Nation : Culture and ConsequenceRaw, unfiltered, and desperately needed - Carmen and Andrea tackle America's most uncomfortable truths in this powerful episode that dives headfirst into the forces shaping our divided nation.The conversation begins with a stark assessment of current leadership, examining the embarrassment many Americans feel watching their representatives on the world stage. When a president tells global leaders "your countries are going to hell," what does that reveal about America's place in the world? More troublingly, why has there been such a complete absence of moral courage among those who should serve as guardrails?"When does...
2025-09-2641 min
All About The JoyWhy Party Labels Don’t Define Your Politics - Culture & ConsequencesThe divide between political ideologies in America runs deeper than most realize, and in this raw, unfiltered conversation, Carmen and Andrea break down what actually defines liberalism and conservatism beyond the superficial party labels.Using a brilliant analogy, they explain how ideologies are like phone operating systems (iOS vs Android) while political parties are just the apps running on them—helping listeners understand why someone might identify as a Democrat yet hold conservative views on certain issues. This fundamental misunderstanding about what shapes our political landscape sits at the heart of our increasingly polarized society.Th...
2025-09-1944 min
All About The JoyFor a Reason, a Season, or a Lifetime: Redefining FriendshipWhat happens when life throws you a curveball and you find out who truly shows up? In this powerful episode, Maurio returns to All About the Joy after his 36th surgery, sharing raw insights on friendship, healing, and emotional boundaries. From spinal stenosis to Paget’s disease, Maurio’s resilience shines through as he reflects on the people who stayed, the ones who faded, and the wisdom he’s gained along the way. “I’m on the back of the struggle bus with an expired MetroCard, but I’m okay,” he quips - setting the tone for a conversation...
2025-09-1444 min
All About The JoyEmpathy in an Age of Political Violence: The Murder of Charlie KirkThe assassination of Charlie Kirk forces a confrontation with uncomfortable truths about political violence, empathy, and America’s uncertain future. Carmen and Andrea navigate this sensitive terrain with nuance, revealing how this tragedy fits into a broader epidemic - where 47 other people also died from gun violence that same day.They explore the troubling disconnect in how we respond to tragedy based on political alignment, arguing that basic human dignity demands we condemn political murder regardless of ideological differences. The professional nature of the shooting suggests this wasn’t random, but potentially the start of a dangerous tren...
2025-09-1243 min
All About The JoyCan We Still Be Friends Across the Political Divide? Culture and ConsequenceFriendships across political divides are rare these days, but Carmen and Andrea prove it's still possible in their bold new show "Culture and Consequence." Their honest, sometimes heated conversation reveals how two people can see America through completely different lenses while maintaining deep respect for each other.Carmen shares her journey from uncritical patriotism to a more nuanced view of American possibility, while Andrea explains how her childhood experiences led her to question American exceptionalism from an early age. What unfolds is a fascinating exploration of how our personal backgrounds shape our political beliefs, and whether it's...
2025-09-0534 min
All About The JoyUnfiltered & Unapologetic: What Women Really Want in a ManThe gloves come off in this no-holds-barred conversation about dating preferences, celebrity crushes, and the often unspoken expectations we have for potential partners. Three women, (Andrea, Carmen and Ash) reveal their unfiltered thoughts on what attracts them to men and what sends them running in the opposite direction. (Original air date 11.24.2021)The chemistry between the hosts creates an atmosphere where nothing is off-limits as they dive into their celebrity crushes - with Chris Hemsworth, Bruce Willis, Idris Alba, Lenny Kravitz and Keanu Reeves sparking passionate debate. But it's not just about famous faces; the conversation reveals how s...
2025-08-3132 min
All About The JoyRich, Poor, and Everything In Between: The Stories We Carry About MoneyEver wondered why some people stay calm when money's tight while others spiral into anxiety? This raw, honest conversation explores our complex relationship with money and how deeply it affects our identity, self-worth, and happiness.Carmen opens up about her journey from having substantial wealth to losing everything in the 2008 financial crisis, revealing the emotional whiplash that comes with financial extremes. "I had made more money in one year than my mother had made her entire life," she shares, describing the mixture of achievement and sadness that accompanied her success. Despite her financial abundance at that time...
2025-08-1051 min
All About The JoyCarmen Talk: Conviction With a Backbone: Why We Must Choose Courage Over CowardiceCourage is the backbone of conviction - and both are in short supply in today's political landscape. This raw, unfiltered episode tackles the defining struggle of our time: the battle between cowardice masquerading as strength versus genuine courage that stands up for humanity.What makes someone a coward? It's not just fear—it's the weaponization of fear against the vulnerable. From immigration enforcement agencies terrorizing communities to politicians redrawing voting maps mid-decade to cling to power, we're witnessing cowardice dressed up as policy and leadership. When officials target farmworkers and day laborers while giving a pass to th...
2025-08-0710 min
All About The JoyWant to Start a Podcast? This Is the Episode To Help You BeginEver felt that burning desire to start your own podcast or livestream but found yourself paralyzed by questions about where to begin? You're not alone. In this candid, no-frills guide, we break down exactly what you need to start broadcasting your voice to the world—and spoiler alert: you probably already have the most important tool in your pocket.Starting with a heartfelt email from Keisha in Kansas City who dreams of sharing her thoughts but doesn't know how to begin, we walk through the entire process from absolute beginner to confident creator. The beauty of modern co...
2025-08-0317 min
All About The JoyCarmen Talk: Grace or Exile - A Cultural Reckoning and the Cost of Cutting People OffHave we reached a breaking point with cancel culture? When did our default response to mistakes become permanent exile rather than creating space for growth? These are the questions at the heart of today's deeply personal exploration.The Joey Swoll controversy serves as our starting point – a fitness influencer whose casual use of an offensive racial term sparked immediate backlash. While his apology seemed sincere, the momentum of internet outrage had already taken hold, eventually driving him from social media entirely. This pattern repeats itself daily across our digital landscape, raising crucial questions about what we're really tr...
2025-07-3108 min
All About The JoySmall Habits, Big Wins: Organization Tips That Actually WorkHave you ever felt inadequate because your approach to organization doesn't match someone else's perfectly color-coded calendar? You're not alone—and you're not doing anything wrong.Carmen opens up about her own highly organized tendencies while emphasizing a revolutionary idea: your authentic self is the perfect foundation for any positive change. Whether you make your bed daily or embrace a more spontaneous approach to life, your unique methods aren't flawed—they're simply yours. The key to meaningful change isn't in dramatic transformations but in small, sustainable adjustments that honor who you truly are.Drawing from pers...
2025-07-2020 min
All About The JoyReputation on the Line: What Really Defines Us?What happens when your reputation is on the line? Our hosts dive deep into this question, sharing personal revelations about how others perceive them and whether it matters. Carmen admits she's often seen as "hard" (though Rick suggests "firm" might be more accurate), while Cynthia believes she's known for having "a big heart." Rick identifies as loyal and family-oriented, standing by his commitments even when difficult.The conversation takes unexpected turns as the hosts explore the concept of "living so nobody can say anything bad about you" – an ideal that seems nearly impossible in today's world. Carmen sh...
2025-07-0643 min
All About The JoyTruths About Work, Friends, and Money - Pet Peeves RevealedWhat makes your blood boil? In this candid conversation, we peel back the layers on those daily irritations that reveal so much about who we are and what we value.The discussion kicks off with workplace frustrations we all recognize - the boss who calls instead of walking five doors down, unnecessary meetings that drag on forever, and the expectation to be mind readers. "I hate micromanaging," shares one host, "but the worst part is when they do it over the phone and can't even get up from their desk to talk to you." These shared annoyances...
2025-06-1550 min
All About The JoyTikTok Tarot, Ouija Boards & Psychic Truths - Unraveling Superstitions and SpiritsCarmen, Cynthia, and Rick dive into the fascinating world of unexplainable phenomena, superstitions, and spiritual beliefs in this thought-provoking conversation. From Carmen's late-night TikTok rabbit hole filled with seemingly personalized tarot readings to Rick's childhood experiments with Ouija boards before finding faith, the hosts share their personal journeys with the supernatural.The conversation weaves through personal experiences with psychics (some surprisingly accurate, others comically generic), spiritual encounters that defy explanation, and the strange predictive power of pop culture like The Simpsons' uncanny foretelling of future events. While Carmen approaches these mysteries with scientific curiosity—suggesting patterns exist wi...
2025-06-0852 min
All About The JoyCan You Fall in Love with AI? The Future of Human ConnectionCould you fall in love with someone who isn't human? This question moves from science fiction to startling reality as Rick and Carmen tackle one of the most profound technological changes on our horizon: the potential for meaningful relationships with artificial intelligence.The journey begins with a playful debate over science fiction portrayals of AI in Star Trek and Stargate, before diving into entrepreneur Gary Vee's shocking prediction that within just 20 years, humans will be marrying AI partners. While Rick stands firm in his conviction that "Unless you're human, I ain't falling in love with you," Carmen...
2025-06-0141 min