I literally say "Good day" in every space I enter where people are present... elevators, ATMs, coffee shop... then I go about my business. Learned not to expect a reply though 🤷🏿♀️
I'm with Greg on the elevator communication. Not only do I speak when entering the elevator, every time someone else enters the elevator, I speak as well. Now that I'm typing this out loud... maybe the latter is weird 😂
I love a creative origin story! This was so motivating. I am a wardrobe supervisor for a ballet company but, I’ve been everything under the sun in the costume world. Finding YOUR fit is so important!
I love the vibrating/pulsing chairs in the mall (I pay to use 'em) & beauty shops, LOL, the rougher the better. I will speak to those who speak to me in an elevator but I won't initiate conversation. Mattress stores are sus AF! Also, I like the Mixers! Thanks for the thorough breakdown Mel. You are amazing!
21:58 so relatable 😂😂😂 We were at the mall in LA(my aunt died so we were visiting from Tennessee), and my sisters wanted to use the massage chair. They enjoyed it and said “Try it Tiffany. You’ll love it!” I was in pain the whole time 😂😂😂
Mel thank you for sharing your work history. I loved and appreciated every detail. You giving your testimony actually answered a lingering question/ desire I’ve had on wanting to pivot to HR.
22:51 lmaoo relatable! I was at the nail salon and that massage machine had me shaking around what a beautiful story Mel! LISS AND MEL I loveeee love love this podcast
I absolutely loved hearing all of Mel’s career history ! I live on the total opposite side of the spectrum; always reaching for achievement and seeking career opportunities without direction and internship like options.. Then usually falling short. I make it look easy tho so I’ve been told lol. It’s such a blessing to have your opportunities come to you in a divine way! I truly love that for you and I can foresee that there’s so much more to come for Mel. I can’t wait to see what’s next!
I said to someone the other day vacuuming my couch is so satisfying and they looked at me like I had two heads.. I feel you Lis. Top notch feeling of accomplishment 😅
I like the massage chair at the nail salon. I feel like it’s such a treat, because I rarely visit the nail salon. I do my own manicures and pedicures at home.
Also, one thing that was said was that you want to feel like you are in control of your career. I’m a full believer that as long as you meet opportunities with effort, that puts you in the driver seat of your career. Everything is a choice
Ok, so, I DID IT❣️❣️ I was changing toe color and also did a gel nail. The colors where different and i told him that and he said, no same. I let him go ahead and do them and when he finished i went outside and they where two different colors...i had them come outside to look....like i said. Went right back and they found the color that was a little closer ❤ thanks for letting me know its ok to have anything done correctly and not feel bad. ❤ love yall
I just wanted to answer your hair question from early in the show! Love y’all and The Pod, so sorry for the essay lol I’m a hairstylist. The terminology can change based off of when and where you went to hair school. Essentially a Process is a general name for using chemicals in hair color, perm, relaxer ect. What you get from what I’ve seen on instagram and just what i see visually is highlights, lowlights sometimes and a toner. Highlights uses lightener/ bleach or a bleach derivative. They make the hair lighter in color Lowlights uses Demi or Semi permanent color (stylist choice) and always adds depth/ dimension to the hair. A Toner is over all color. It is typically demi or semi permanent hair color. It is used to make the highlights the desired tone. Essentially all highlights come out the same color yellow, orange, pale yellow ect. A toner is what can make hair icy blonde or a copper blonde. It’s all in the toner! A Toner and a Single Process/all over color are different bc of application and strength. So technically doing hair color from root to tip or a toner have small differences. A single process is just that put the color on either the roots to cover the grey or root to tip to change hair color. These processes never lighten the hair (that has a different name)! This name typically denotes the use of permanent hair color A toner is usually applied after a lightning process took place either in that apply or in previous appointments. It’s also typically applied at the shampoo bowl and on wet hair but that’s stylists preference or per the manufacturer’s instructions. Hope that answers the question and takes away some research time for you ❤
I definitely speak to everybody on the elevator!! I got the same lesson from your Sunday School teacher from my mom - I pretty much speak to everybody, everywhere, all the time!! Also, I am sooooo proud of Mel's boldness to address what she didn't like... I still ain't done that!!!! I feel seen, so now I can be like yoooououu, girlfriend!!!
Damn massage chairs at the nail salon feel like your whole damn body is going through the blood pressure machine... nothing absolutely nothing is relaxing about those damn chairs...😂
Speaking on the elevator is something I do at vacation spots. Like, I can tell everyone is there for a nice weekend and we might see each other around the way a few times. In those situations, people tend to talk more anyways. If I'm in an office building, apartments, mall, airport.... no one should speak. We got places to be.
Talk about FAVOR! We want you to start before and you are able to take the year leave. However, if you choose to start after…that’s alright too. God bless y’all. ❤🙌🏽
The way Melissa thought she discovered gold with the vacuum lmao😂😂😂😂😂 how are you today years old finding this out about your couch! I vacuum my couches every 2 weeks, for the last 5 years strong!
Just feel it's necessary for me to comment, so let me say I LOVE❤ this podcast and look forward to seeing you both every week! PS your Underreported podcast is absolutely fantastic 👏
In my mother's Seniors Residence you must say hello to everyone on the elevator or else you in big trouble 😅😅.... on regular elevators silence is golden🙏🏾
Carlees mom said she was fighting for her life I’m curious what she felt she was fighting for. There might be some trauma either relationally that’s mentally draining her and she has no idea how to escape. I remember when I was in an abusive relationship friends draining and no steady home life, I was pregnant and one day tuned my phone on airplane mode and hoped on a bus to Boston just to detox my mind. came back didn’t realize why I did that or didn’t realize I was in an abusive situation but I was crying for help without knowing...pray for carlee her story might have layers even she’s unaware of
I speak sometimes when entering an elevator, and I would generally say have a good day. If I’m on the work elevator, and I am exiting. I’d like the massage chairs at the nail salon when I turn it down low and it’s just a gentle vibration. So nope don’t take them out of all the nail salons because I appreciate them sometimes.😅
Hey..I so relate to the elevator story… I’m so awkward in the elevator.. I will literally wait for the next one if I see some one is on an elevator… Is it a waste of time yes… but I got time that day and mind you I work at a place where I am constantly getting on and off an elevator… meanwhile my husband is a regular chatty Cathy and is totally a Greg… long story short…I’m glad that I am not the only one… Great Podcast Lady … Watch y’all every week❤😊❤😊❤
Went to get a retouch .i din like how my loctician held my locs together.Told her to redo it and i got the result i wanted😊 Am paying for the service the least you can do is get it done right.
Gin and juices watchers should be called the cocktails!!! 🍻
This is cute!!!
Yes!! But this one 🍹
I like the cocktails too!
I like this one!
That's cute💜‼️
No but really, Mel has a talent for storytelling. Whether it's a podcast or a ticktok or anything, I feel like this is her gifting.
1. I really thought Mel was Kev's little's sister lol.
2. This is my favorite podcast in the kevonstage universe. Love you ladies.
Kev and Mel are so much alike, I can see how you’d think that. 😂
I literally say "Good day" in every space I enter where people are present... elevators, ATMs, coffee shop... then I go about my business. Learned not to expect a reply though 🤷🏿♀️
i have social anxiety so i would not reply. i wouldn’t take ppl not responding personally
I am going to re-watch this with my daughter who is a junior in HS studying Digital Arts and Media. This is a GEM of and EPISODE!!!!💎
My daughter is 7 and I’m gonna email this to myself so I can show her in a couple of years.
That's a Southern thing! Greg was raised in Georgia so he understands that you greet all.
Why am I tearing up😢with Mel's employment history...and the best is soon on the horizon!!!
same!! im in here boo-hoo crying lmao
Mel I love the way you communicate. You are so engaging and provide the relevant details. Excited to see your next chapter. 🎉💃🏽🔥🍾👏🏽
The fact that I'm literally sitting in a pedicure chair as I'm watching this as you are discussing the nail salon is sending me right now 😂😂😂
I love Mel's story. I'm having my own struggles with my job and it's great to hear her journey to give myself inspiration.
Same.
This has easily become one of my favorite podcasts!
I'm with Greg on the elevator communication. Not only do I speak when entering the elevator, every time someone else enters the elevator, I speak as well.
Now that I'm typing this out loud... maybe the latter is weird 😂
Loved Mel's job breakdown 👏🏼👏🏼. Sounds like the universe be bringing her what she needs at the time and I love that for her 😍
Liss: Tyra Banka would be proud. You channeled Tyra perfectly when y'all talked about Carlee.
Love this podcast. Never boring. I'm always entertained. 😁
I love a creative origin story! This was so motivating. I am a wardrobe supervisor for a ballet company but, I’ve been everything under the sun in the costume world. Finding YOUR fit is so important!
"Before you turn it on, turn it off" "Unplug it from the back" Melissa is wild 😂
Mel I ❤ love your story telling. You did a great job of explaining I was so invested.
Greg is southern, I’m southern… I speak ALL the time 😂😂😂 even on elevators
Thank you Mel, that was a great rundown. Would love to hear how you got the opportunity to write the children's books :)
Been really enjoying the Under Reported podcast. Great to hear you will be releasing more episodes
Loved this episode! Hearing people’s “how they got their start” stories is so cool! Come on Gin + Juice Unsung👀
Great episode... Very much enjoyed hearing Mel's journey
I always smile and speak to folks when I enter an elevator. I didn’t know you weren’t suppose to talk!
I love Mel’s work story🥰
I love the vibrating/pulsing chairs in the mall (I pay to use 'em) & beauty shops, LOL, the rougher the better. I will speak to those who speak to me in an elevator but I won't initiate conversation. Mattress stores are sus AF! Also, I like the Mixers! Thanks for the thorough breakdown Mel. You are amazing!
Underreported is good content! Keep them.coming
21:58 so relatable 😂😂😂 We were at the mall in LA(my aunt died so we were visiting from Tennessee), and my sisters wanted to use the massage chair. They enjoyed it and said “Try it Tiffany. You’ll love it!” I was in pain the whole time 😂😂😂
This episode was great! Thanks Mel for sharing your journey.
LOVED you sharing your work story!🙌🏽
Mel thank you for sharing your work history. I loved and appreciated every detail. You giving your testimony actually answered a lingering question/ desire I’ve had on wanting to pivot to HR.
Mel!! I forgot all about your days of winding and unwinding cable cords on the floor at the Hawks games! 😂😂 That story brought back memories.
22:51 lmaoo relatable! I was at the nail salon and that massage machine had me shaking around
what a beautiful story Mel!
LISS AND MEL I loveeee love love this podcast
I LOVED hearing more about Mel!!! More please 🤩🤍👏🏽🙌🏽
I absolutely loved hearing all of Mel’s career history ! I live on the total opposite side of the spectrum; always reaching for achievement and seeking career opportunities without direction and internship like options.. Then usually falling short. I make it look easy tho so I’ve been told lol. It’s such a blessing to have your opportunities come to you in a divine way! I truly love that for you and I can foresee that there’s so much more to come for Mel. I can’t wait to see what’s next!
Loved hearing about Mel’s career history!
I said to someone the other day vacuuming my couch is so satisfying and they looked at me like I had two heads.. I feel you Lis. Top notch feeling of accomplishment 😅
Mel, that was GREAT! TFS...#StoryTimeWithMel!
Currently getting a pedicure and all I can think about is Mel and Melissa as this chair beats my back up 🤣🤣
I'm so glad to know I am not the only one who hates the massage chair at the nail salon!
I like the massage chair at the nail salon. I feel like it’s such a treat, because I rarely visit the nail salon. I do my own manicures and pedicures at home.
This was so enjoyable, y’all ! Mel, I LOVED hearing about your employment history. Super interesting and captivating
Also, one thing that was said was that you want to feel like you are in control of your career. I’m a full believer that as long as you meet opportunities with effort, that puts you in the driver seat of your career. Everything is a choice
Mel I love your story! What a blessing!
Chiiiiiil’e we been doing touch ups. That’s the liiiife! I even used to retwist my braids.
I really enjoyed this episode! Mel I loved hearing about your career journey! It was so interesting. I'm here for the details. 😊
Ok, so, I DID IT❣️❣️ I was changing toe color and also did a gel nail. The colors where different and i told him that and he said, no same. I let him go ahead and do them and when he finished i went outside and they where two different colors...i had them come outside to look....like i said. Went right back and they found the color that was a little closer ❤ thanks for letting me know its ok to have anything done correctly and not feel bad. ❤ love yall
This was such a great episode 💙
That was amazing storytelling Mel.
I love the massage chairs! I have neck and back issues and those massage chairs feel so good, really loosens me up.
I just wanted to answer your hair question from early in the show! Love y’all and The Pod, so sorry for the essay lol
I’m a hairstylist. The terminology can change based off of when and where you went to hair school. Essentially a Process is a general name for using chemicals in hair color, perm, relaxer ect. What you get from what I’ve seen on instagram and just what i see visually is highlights, lowlights sometimes and a toner.
Highlights uses lightener/ bleach or a bleach derivative. They make the hair lighter in color
Lowlights uses Demi or Semi permanent color (stylist choice) and always adds depth/ dimension to the hair.
A Toner is over all color. It is typically demi or semi permanent hair color. It is used to make the highlights the desired tone. Essentially all highlights come out the same color yellow, orange, pale yellow ect. A toner is what can make hair icy blonde or a copper blonde. It’s all in the toner!
A Toner and a Single Process/all over color are different bc of application and strength. So technically doing hair color from root to tip or a toner have small differences. A single process is just that put the color on either the roots to cover the grey or root to tip to change hair color. These processes never lighten the hair (that has a different name)! This name typically denotes the use of permanent hair color
A toner is usually applied after a lightning process took place either in that apply or in previous appointments. It’s also typically applied at the shampoo bowl and on wet hair but that’s stylists preference or per the manufacturer’s instructions.
Hope that answers the question and takes away some research time for you ❤
I definitely speak to everybody on the elevator!! I got the same lesson from your Sunday School teacher from my mom - I pretty much speak to everybody, everywhere, all the time!!
Also, I am sooooo proud of Mel's boldness to address what she didn't like... I still ain't done that!!!! I feel seen, so now I can be like yoooououu, girlfriend!!!
“And you eating cheese-its?!” 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Yes I speak to everyone all the time.
I really enjoyed hearing about Mel’s journey. I low key wanted to know about that anyway.
Thanks for sharing!! It was really interesting to hear. ❤❤
I love Mel’s career story.
Damn massage chairs at the nail salon feel like your whole damn body is going through the blood pressure machine... nothing absolutely nothing is relaxing about those damn chairs...😂
😂😂😂 what a great comparison!
Love the look Liss! ❤
Speaking on the elevator is something I do at vacation spots. Like, I can tell everyone is there for a nice weekend and we might see each other around the way a few times. In those situations, people tend to talk more anyways.
If I'm in an office building, apartments, mall, airport.... no one should speak. We got places to be.
I loved this episode ❤❤❤Thank you for “going behind the scenes” with Mel! I looooved it! I hate those nail salon chairs! Double ugh 😑 😩 😅😂
Y’all I love the massage chairs!! 😅😅😂😂😂
I like the title Mixers too
I love the Mixers and Bartenders
Talk about FAVOR! We want you to start before and you are able to take the year leave. However, if you choose to start after…that’s alright too. God bless y’all. ❤🙌🏽
Hey husband is Goolsby!!! He’s a bob the builder and he says hello to everyone when he enters a room, even on the elevator!
The podcast viewers should be the "Sips". Those who watch, sip their Gin & Juice. It works in the place of saying "sis" too. Like, "Now Sip, listen!"
Not bad! 😏
I agree with Kev about the mattress stores 🤣🤣🤣
I thought I was the only one who thought that massage chair was uncomfortable! 😂😭😭
The way Melissa thought she discovered gold with the vacuum lmao😂😂😂😂😂 how are you today years old finding this out about your couch! I vacuum my couches every 2 weeks, for the last 5 years strong!
Kev on stage wife got ABS YO!! N DEY ABBING TOO😂👏🏽
Just feel it's necessary for me to comment, so let me say I LOVE❤ this podcast and look forward to seeing you both every week! PS your Underreported podcast is absolutely fantastic 👏
I’m convinced they find joy in watching us squirm in the massage chair. 😂😂😂😂
Me too! I greet people on the elevator. Lol
We from the south like Greg (Athens) so we speak all the time. Lol 😂 “heyyyyy” 😅
We need a career podcast from y’all 👁️👁️
In my mother's Seniors Residence you must say hello to everyone on the elevator or else you in big trouble 😅😅.... on regular elevators silence is golden🙏🏾
LMAO AT THE MASSAGE CHAIR AT THE NAIL SALON!!! SO IM NOT THE ONLY ONE WHO DOES NOT ENJOY THIS?!?!
Carlees mom said she was fighting for her life I’m curious what she felt she was fighting for. There might be some trauma either relationally that’s mentally draining her and she has no idea how to escape. I remember when I was in an abusive relationship friends draining and no steady home life, I was pregnant and one day tuned my phone on airplane mode and hoped on a bus to Boston just to detox my mind. came back didn’t realize why I did that or didn’t realize I was in an abusive situation but I was crying for help without knowing...pray for carlee her story might have layers even she’s unaware of
I speak sometimes when entering an elevator, and I would generally say have a good day. If I’m on the work elevator, and I am exiting. I’d like the massage chairs at the nail salon when I turn it down low and it’s just a gentle vibration. So nope don’t take them out of all the nail salons because I appreciate them sometimes.😅
The nail salon chairs are really violent lol
Mixers
I love it
Lol high key😂 my mom still has every key to every house we have ever moved to😂Why we don't throw them keys away😂
Maybe its a southern thing lol. I (NC) also speak in the elevator, walking by, any space lol.
I love the nail salon massage chairs!! I hate when people I don’t know touch me so they are perfect! I get me feet done and some rough back massage 😂
I don't know why but I love me some rough back massage 🤭
I loved Mel’s work history breakdown ❤ I think we should call the G&J followers the mixers 🥃
Hey..I so relate to the elevator story… I’m so awkward in the elevator.. I will literally wait for the next one if I see some one is on an elevator… Is it a waste of time yes… but I got time that day and mind you I work at a place where I am constantly getting on and off an elevator… meanwhile my husband is a regular chatty Cathy and is totally a Greg… long story short…I’m glad that I am not the only one… Great Podcast Lady … Watch y’all every week❤😊❤😊❤
Name ideas: Bar Chicks, mixologist, Side Bar, Last Callers, Bubblies from the word Bubbly.
2:47 we’ve been doing touch ups in the South for sure
Oh my I would love to see Goosby take about this one! There has been a few people coming out saying it was smoke screen! 😮
Mel, I also believe in updating my mentor village. I only did big updates. Parents it works. Please encourage your child to do it.
I'm late, but I think we should be called day drinkers 😊
Went to get a retouch .i din like how my loctician held my locs together.Told her to redo it and i got the result i wanted😊
Am paying for the service the least you can do is get it done right.
In any space, when I enter, I speak. Thus, the elevator is in scope. 😊.
I hate the massage chair. I tell the NO!! They look at me like I’m crazy, but I stand firm on it🕺🏽
At work sometimes I speak on the elevator but just out in public not usually!
I am Greg. I speak to everybody 😂 even if im already on and someone gets on after lol. I dont know this rule 😂😂
19:17 it’s a southern thing. We speak and chit chat for no reason.
I thought I was the only who felt this way about the massage chair 😂😂😂
Ive learned to put the massage chair on kneading or rolling only