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Hard Wig, Soft Life Podcast
Hard Wig, Soft Life is a space for the women who know what it’s like to carry a little too much but still show up anyway. It’s for the ones who’ve had to make life work—even when their hair wasn’t done, the money wasn’t right, and life felt like it was happening to them instead of for them.
I’m Melissa, and this podcast is a lot like a late-night phone call with your best friend—honest, unfiltered, and full of those “girl, same” moments. I’ll share the stories I’ve carried—navigating my 30s, surviving hard seasons, leaving toxic relationships, and learning (the messy way) how to build a life I love.
This isn’t about being perfect or pretending we’ve got it all figured out. It’s about creating space for softness—because if we’ve learned anything, it’s that life isn’t always easy, but we’re in this together.
Come hang out with me every other week as we laugh, cry, and figure out what it means to live life on our own terms—one episode, one wig, one moment of growth at a time.
Hard Wig, Soft Life Podcast
From Eviction Notice to Empire" (feat. Monique S. Carrillo)
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Y'all know Deshae Frost, Brooklyn Frost, and Amari Frost - but do you know the powerhouse woman who helped build their empire? 💪🏾
Meet Monique S. Carrillo - the ultimate momager who went from working with Nicki Minaj and Gucci Mane to managing four of the internet's biggest personalities. From getting an eviction notice to packing up and driving 18 hours to LA on pure faith, Monique's story is about pivots, resilience, and building something from nothing.
In this episode, we talk about:
How an eviction became the catalyst for their move to LA
Managing four kids' careers while they navigate fame
The balance between being mom vs. manager
Quitting her day job after her son's first $50k YouTube check
Why she lets "the world humble" her kids instead of correcting them publicly
Starting therapy for the first time and breaking generational patterns
Connect with Monique:
📱 All platforms: @MoniqueSCarrillo
🎬 YouTube: Monique S Carrillo
🍳 Cooking show: "We Got Food at Home"
This conversation gets real about the sacrifices, the wins, and what it takes to raise kids in the spotlight while finding yourself in the process.
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