Don’t Tell Daddy

Don’t Tell Daddy

By Chelsea Mendes, Elisabeth WithersSociety & CultureBusinessEntrepreneurshipMusicRelationshipsMusic Commentary
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Don’t Tell Daddy episodes

  • Don’t Tell Daddy S2:E5 We Let AI Speak for Us
    DONT TELL DADDY Podcast has built the first mother - daughter podcast that blends real storytelling with AI interaction - and yes, it should feel like something you’ve never seen before. Because Elisabeth Withers (singer/actress) & Chelsea Mendes (pre-law student) are the first to do it.
    The highlight of this episode is the mother daughter dialogue with real emotional, human moments interwoven with AI-driven interaction, including the introduction of Chelsea’s AI persona.
    This is intentionally nontraditional. Think show + experience, not just a podcast. The two have built something much deeper while highlighting their original soundtrack April Bloom For Me by MBYGS & Ewmdesk Inc.
    Thanks for listening to the Don’t Tell Daddy Podcast where the mics stay
    on, the jokes stay wild, and the tea is always hot.
     
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    EWMDesk Incorporated is a dynamic mother–daughter, nonprofit creative
    house led by Tony-nominated Broadway actress, recording artist,
    Smithsonian-honored educator @iamelisabethwithers and her 20 y/o rising
    media strategist @missbeforeyougetsigned
     
    Chelsea is the founder of Before You Get Signed and a proud Spelman
    College graduate (Political Science). She brings a next-generation voice
    in entertainment law, artist development, and indie media, currently
    preparing for law school while building innovative platforms for
    emerging talent.
     
    Connecting, it's what we do at the desk.
     
    ⚠️ Everything said on this podcast is for entertainment, storytelling,
    and vibes only. Don’t go telling daddy… he wouldn’t get it anyway.
    17 min
  • Don’t Tell Daddy S2E4: So What Is a Woman on the Move?
    In Season 2, Episode 4 of Don’t Tell Daddy, Chelsea and Elisabeth go deep on the conversations that shape who we are especially as women navigating legacies, expectations, and our own definitions of success.
    In this episode we:
    ✔ Break down the arguments and pivotal moments that have shaped our identities and relationships.
    ✔ Celebrate Women on the Move — from the moms and matriarchs who raised us to the women in our communities making waves (including a mom recognized by Onyx Magazine). (insert your segment details/timestamps here)
    ✔ Reflect on what it really means to be a woman on the move — from workplace identities to corporate realities, including lessons from Chelsea’s journey in HR corporate spaces.
    Whether you’re defining your own narrative or honoring the women who paved the way, this episode is a reminder that our stories matter and they deserve to be told honestly.
    👉 Let us know in the comments: Who’s a woman that’s moved you this year and why?
    🔔 Subscribe for more real talk from the moms, daughters, and women shaping culture. Thanks for listening to the Don’t Tell Daddy Podcast where the mics stay
    on, the jokes stay wild, and the tea is always hot.
     
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    EWMDesk Incorporated is a dynamic mother–daughter, nonprofit creative
    house led by Tony-nominated Broadway actress, recording artist,
    Smithsonian-honored educator @iamelisabethwithers and her 20 y/o rising
    media strategist @missbeforeyougetsigned
     
    Chelsea is the founder of Before You Get Signed and a proud Spelman
    College graduate (Political Science). She brings a next-generation voice
    in entertainment law, artist development, and indie media, currently
    preparing for law school while building innovative platforms for
    emerging talent.
     
    Connecting, it's what we do at the desk.
     
    ⚠️ Everything said on this podcast is for entertainment, storytelling,
    and vibes only. Don’t go telling daddy… he wouldn’t get it anyway.
    20 min
  • I Had to Break Myself Down First

    This week, we’re getting real about evolution, not the pretty kind, the painful kind.

    In “I Had to Break Myself Down First,” we talk about:

    • The story and energy behind Mom’s new single and what this era represents
    • Reinventing yourself publicly and unapologetically
    • What it actually looks like to evolve as a woman in music and media
    • Releasing the songs sitting in your notes app (yes, we went there 👀)
    • How AI is starting to play a role in our creative process and the future of the podcast
    • Why breaking yourself down is sometimes the only way to build something better

      • This episode is about growth, risk, and stepping into the next version of yourself before you feel “ready.”

      Because sometimes… you don’t glow up.


      You break down first.

      Thanks for listening to the Don’t Tell Daddy Podcast where the mics stay on, the jokes stay wild, and the tea is always hot.

       

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      EWMDesk Incorporated is a dynamic mother–daughter, nonprofit creative house led by Tony-nominated Broadway actress, recording artist, Smithsonian-honored educator @iamelisabethwithers and her 20 y/o rising media strategist @missbeforeyougetsigned

       

      Chelsea is the founder of Before You Get Signed and a proud Spelman College graduate (Political Science). She brings a next-generation voice in entertainment law, artist development, and indie media, currently preparing for law school while building innovative platforms for emerging talent.

       

      Connecting, it's what we do at the desk.

       

      ⚠️ Everything said on this podcast is for entertainment, storytelling, and vibes only. Don’t go telling daddy… he wouldn’t get it anyway.

      18 min
    • He’s HOW Much Older?! w/ Troy Berry

      This week on Don’t Tell Daddy, we’re asking the question everyone’s thinking: how big is too big of an age gap?

      Joined by Troy Berry of 4West, Elisabeth and Chelsea dive into the realities of dating across generations, where experience, power, and intention don’t always align.

      In this episode, we discuss:

      • The pros and cons of age-gap relationships
      • When age reflects maturity… and when it signals imbalance
      • Power dynamics in dating and how to recognize control
      • Staying grounded in your identity while in a relationship
      • Generational differences in love, loyalty, and expectations
      • Protecting your relationship from outside opinions and pressure

        • Through a mother-daughter lens, this conversation brings both perspective and accountability to the dating experiences many people are navigating today.

        At its core, this episode is about knowing who you are and not compromising that for connection.

        Thanks for listening to the Don’t Tell Daddy Podcast where the mics stay on, the jokes stay wild, and the tea is always hot.

         

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        EWMDesk Incorporated is a dynamic mother–daughter, nonprofit creative house led by Tony-nominated Broadway actress, recording artist, Smithsonian-honored educator @iamelisabethwithers and her 20 y/o rising media strategist @missbeforeyougetsigned

         

        Chelsea is the founder of Before You Get Signed and a proud Spelman College graduate (Political Science). She brings a next-generation voice in entertainment law, artist development, and indie media, currently preparing for law school while building innovative platforms for emerging talent.

         

        Connecting, it's what we do at the desk.

         

        ⚠️ Everything said on this podcast is for entertainment, storytelling, and vibes only. Don’t go telling daddy… he wouldn’t get it anyway.

        21 min
      • Don’t Tell Daddy — Season 2 Trailer.
        Season Two of Don’t Tell Daddy begins with a question people have been asking us for a long time just not to our faces.
        This teaser isn’t a recap and it isn’t a highlight reel. It’s a conversation.
        In this season, Chelsea and her mother sit down together and confront the rumors, assumptions, and labels that have followed them publicly and privately. Instead of reacting to online narratives, they answer them directly in real time, in the same room, without preparation and without knowing what will be asked next.
        Some of the prompts are uncomfortable.
        Some are unfair.
        Some are true in ways people didn’t expect.
        But at the center of the season isn’t scandal, it’s family, perception, and what happens when two women decide to stop explaining themselves and start telling their story on their own terms.
        And for the first time… they address the question about their father.
        Don’t Tell Daddy: Season Two. Thanks for listening to the Don’t Tell Daddy Podcast where the mics stay
        on, the jokes stay wild, and the tea is always hot.
         
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        EWMDesk Incorporated is a dynamic mother–daughter, nonprofit creative
        house led by Tony-nominated Broadway actress, recording artist,
        Smithsonian-honored educator @iamelisabethwithers and her 20 y/o rising
        media strategist @missbeforeyougetsigned
         
        Chelsea is the founder of Before You Get Signed and a proud Spelman
        College graduate (Political Science). She brings a next-generation voice
        in entertainment law, artist development, and indie media, currently
        preparing for law school while building innovative platforms for
        emerging talent.
         
        Connecting, it's what we do at the desk.
         
        ⚠️ Everything said on this podcast is for entertainment, storytelling,
        and vibes only. Don’t go telling daddy… he wouldn’t get it anyway.
        2 min
      • You Did It at My Age… So Why Can’t I?

        We’re back for Season 2 and we’re starting strong.

        In Episode 1, “Battle of the Studs,” we take on a conversation that sits right at the crossroads of faith and modern identity.

        What does the Bible say about roles in relationships? And how do those teachings hold up in today’s world?

        This episode gets real about:

        • Biblical expectations of husbands, wives, and children
        • How gender expression and identity show up in modern relationships
        • The tension between faith-based values and lived experiences
        • Personal interpretations vs. traditional teachings
        • Navigating discomfort when beliefs and reality don’t align

          • We also share updates on what’s next for EWM Desk and where Don’t Tell Daddy is headed this season.

          This conversation isn’t about having all the answers, it’s about asking better questions.

          Thanks for listening to the Don’t Tell Daddy Podcast where the mics stay on, the jokes stay wild, and the tea is always hot.

           

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          EWMDesk Incorporated is a dynamic mother–daughter, nonprofit creative house led by Tony-nominated Broadway actress, recording artist, Smithsonian-honored educator @iamelisabethwithers and her 20 y/o rising media strategist @missbeforeyougetsigned

           

          Chelsea is the founder of Before You Get Signed and a proud Spelman College graduate (Political Science). She brings a next-generation voice in entertainment law, artist development, and indie media, currently preparing for law school while building innovative platforms for emerging talent.

           

          Connecting, it's what we do at the desk.

           

          ⚠️ Everything said on this podcast is for entertainment, storytelling, and vibes only. Don’t go telling daddy… he wouldn’t get it anyway.

          26 min
        • Season 1 Finale Don't Tell Daddy Episode 8

          This week on Don’t Tell Daddy, we’re closing out Season 1 with a real conversation about image, effort, and expectations.

          What happened to “getting dressed” for the day? And who defines what’s appropriate anymore?

          From airport outfits to workplace attire, Elisabeth and Chelsea unpack how standards have shifted—and whether that shift is empowering, limiting, or somewhere in between.

          In this episode, we discuss:

          • The evolution of workplace and public appearance norms
          • Generational differences in defining “professionalism”
          • The balance between comfort, culture, and presentation
          • How self-image impacts perception and opportunity
          • What it really means to be “ready” for your day

            • This isn’t about judgment—it’s about awareness. Because how you show up still matters.

            Thanks for listening to the Don’t Tell Daddy Podcast where the mics stay on, the jokes stay wild, and the tea is always hot.

             

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            EWMDesk Incorporated is a dynamic mother–daughter, nonprofit creative house led by Tony-nominated Broadway actress, recording artist, Smithsonian-honored educator @iamelisabethwithers and her 20 y/o rising media strategist @missbeforeyougetsigned

             

            Chelsea is the founder of Before You Get Signed and a proud Spelman College graduate (Political Science). She brings a next-generation voice in entertainment law, artist development, and indie media, currently preparing for law school while building innovative platforms for emerging talent.

             

            Connecting, it's what we do at the desk.

             

            ⚠️ Everything said on this podcast is for entertainment, storytelling, and vibes only. Don’t go telling daddy… he wouldn’t get it anyway.

            26 min
          • The Legacy We’re Creating — Are We Doing It Right? 🏛️| Don’t Tell Daddy Episode 7
            Every choice leaves a mark. In this episode, we dive into the legacy we’re intentionally creating, the unspoken rules, and the truths that could change the way we think about family, faith, and influence.
            ⚡ Don’t miss the next episode on beauty politics, where we get real about appearances, authenticity, and the lessons we pass down. Thanks for listening to the Don’t Tell Daddy Podcast where the mics stay
            on, the jokes stay wild, and the tea is always hot.
             
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            EWMDesk Incorporated is a dynamic mother–daughter, nonprofit creative
            house led by Tony-nominated Broadway actress, recording artist,
            Smithsonian-honored educator @iamelisabethwithers and her 20 y/o rising
            media strategist @missbeforeyougetsigned
             
            Chelsea is the founder of Before You Get Signed and a proud Spelman
            College graduate (Political Science). She brings a next-generation voice
            in entertainment law, artist development, and indie media, currently
            preparing for law school while building innovative platforms for
            emerging talent.
             
            Connecting, it's what we do at the desk.
             
            ⚠️ Everything said on this podcast is for entertainment, storytelling,
            and vibes only. Don’t go telling daddy… he wouldn’t get it anyway.
            15 min
          • The Women Who Paved Our Way
            We wouldn’t be here without them. This episode honors the trailblazing women who came before us, the battles they fought, and the lessons they left behind. It’s powerful, personal, and unfiltered.
            ✨ Stay tuned for more episodes as we explore how their influence shapes our arguments, legacies, and the way we navigate beauty and authenticity today. Thanks for listening to the Don’t Tell Daddy Podcast where the mics stay
            on, the jokes stay wild, and the tea is always hot.
             
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            EWMDesk Incorporated is a dynamic mother–daughter, nonprofit creative
            house led by Tony-nominated Broadway actress, recording artist,
            Smithsonian-honored educator @iamelisabethwithers and her 20 y/o rising
            media strategist @missbeforeyougetsigned
             
            Chelsea is the founder of Before You Get Signed and a proud Spelman
            College graduate (Political Science). She brings a next-generation voice
            in entertainment law, artist development, and indie media, currently
            preparing for law school while building innovative platforms for
            emerging talent.
             
            Connecting, it's what we do at the desk.
             
            ⚠️ Everything said on this podcast is for entertainment, storytelling,
            and vibes only. Don’t go telling daddy… he wouldn’t get it anyway.
            23 min
          • The Soundtrack of Our Lives
            In this episode of Don’t Tell Daddy, we dive into the soundtrack of our lives: the music that raised us, healed us, and shaped who we are today. From the songs that played in the house growing up to the records tied to pivotal moments, memories, and seasons of becoming, we unpack how music carries legacy, emotion, and identity across generations. This conversation is equal parts nostalgic, honest, and joyful as we reflect on the artists and sounds that helped define our values, our confidence, and our creativity.
            Whether it was gospel, R&B, soul, hip-hop, or the songs you didn’t understand until you got older—this episode is a reminder that music is more than background noise. It’s history. It’s inheritance. It’s personal.
            Tap in, reminisce with us, and let us know in the comments: what songs make up the soundtrack of your life? Thanks for listening to the Don’t Tell Daddy Podcast where the mics stay
            on, the jokes stay wild, and the tea is always hot.
             
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            EWMDesk Incorporated is a dynamic mother–daughter, nonprofit creative
            house led by Tony-nominated Broadway actress, recording artist,
            Smithsonian-honored educator @iamelisabethwithers and her 20 y/o rising
            media strategist @missbeforeyougetsigned
             
            Chelsea is the founder of Before You Get Signed and a proud Spelman
            College graduate (Political Science). She brings a next-generation voice
            in entertainment law, artist development, and indie media, currently
            preparing for law school while building innovative platforms for
            emerging talent.
             
            Connecting, it's what we do at the desk.
             
            ⚠️ Everything said on this podcast is for entertainment, storytelling,
            and vibes only. Don’t go telling daddy… he wouldn’t get it anyway.
            24 min

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          Under Elisabeth Withers and Chelsea Mendes’ company, EWMDesk Incorporated lives their podcast Don’t Tell Daddy, a funny, honest, and heartfelt mother–daughter series exploring family, womanhood,…