Melissa recorded herself in traffic while on the cusp of road rage and shares the darker side of her personality with you. She also gives her take on the state funeral of President Bush. And single parents/divorced parents are forgotten when it comes to kids' activity schedules. Melissa explains why.

Melissa has a strong message for women on what you're doing at home and in front of your kids.  Plus, she wants you to contribute your voice to her mother's Christmas gift? And, why does Melissa feel like a sh*tty dog mom?

Melissa gives some Thanksgiving honesty about what a lot of women deal with during this time of year.  Plus, remember the Sears Wish Book? THIS company is renewing the tradition.  And, it seems women are not the only ones with body image issues anymore.

Imagine your favorite teacher.  Did you know she or he likely had to buy their OWN school supplies to teach you? Debbie Scott, the founder of Help A Teacher, joined Melissa to talk about how you can help your favorite teacher save money.  Also, what trick does Prince William and Kate practice to minimize their royal paparazzi pictures? And Melissa will share how one California community helped a local business when personal tragedy struck.

What did Mr. Carter go as for Halloween, and why was a wardrobe change necessary? It's Election Week, and we have an ANTI-Melissa campaign ad! Plus there is a book, that was owned by most women of a certain age when they were young, that is now being turned into a movie....but Melissa thinks it's a bad idea.

It's Halloween, and Melissa recorded herself going through a haunted house.  How did she do? Plus, Melissa attended her 30th high school reunion and learned a valuable lesson about herself.  What was it? And how has Mr. Carter ALREADY outsmarted his mom at 4-years-old?!?

Melissa is considering leaving Facebook, why? Also, who keeps the engagement ring after a break-up? And Melissa wants to know how honest she can be with a friend without risking their relationship.

Melissa realized there was a strange sound that showed up on a past She Persisted podcast, and wants to see if you can figure out what it is.  Plus, have you ever been to a cat cafe? And one kid destroyed something worth a lot of money, but the government is going to reimburse the family. Why? Melissa will explain.

Melissa hates to watch this celebrity, but the reason why might be suspect.  Speaking of celebrities, what celebrity actually asked Melissa out? She'll tell you.  Plus, if you've got some vodka around the house there are things you can use it for that doesn't require drinking.  Melissa will share these unique tips with you.

It's the One Year Anniversary of She Persisted! And it's also Mr. Carter's 4th birthday!! Plus Melissa talks about the difficulty of seeing a parent grow old.  And a new movie is out that highlights the accomplishments of four important women.  What is it? Melissa will tell you.