Melinda Peterson's guest appearances

Melinda Peterson

About Progress

Spiritually Minded Women Podcast

Storybeat with Steve Cuden

Heidi Tucker

Chantel Allen

Cheryl Cardall

Chanelle Neilson

Miranda Anderson

Becky Proudfit

Brooke Snow

Monica Packer

Crystalee Beck

Lisa Funk

Michelle Gifford

Rachel Nielson

Courtney Casper

Lisa Andersen

Ceri Payne

OwlTail

The brilliant stage, screen, and voice actress, Melinda Peterson, has been performing professionally for more than 40 years. She was introduced to audio theatre in 1990 when she played all 17 of the female roles in Proctor &amp; Bergman’s Power which aired on NPR as a regular segment of John Hockenberry’s Heat. Since that time she has contributed voices to NPR Playhouse productions, including working with all-star casts on We Hold These Truths and Empire of the Air for Other World Media, as well as performing with the legendary Firesign Theatre on The Great Internet Broadcast for the Toyota Comedy Festival in New York. And she’s traveled several times to Dublin to participate in Crazy Dog Audio productions for RTE, Ireland’s public radio service. Melinda is most proud that she was Norman Corwin’s very favorite Lucretia Borgia in his The Plot to Overthrow Christmas. She’s also led the casts of Agatha Christie’s BBC Murders playing Agatha Christie herself. Melinda has performed at regional theatres across the country and is a member of the Los Angeles’ classical acting ensemble, The Antaeus Theatre Company. She lives in LA with her husband, the great Firesign Theatre writer and performer, Phil Proctor, who’s also one of my favorite guests ever on StoryBeat. I’ve been privileged to interview Phil twice on this show.

The brilliant stage, screen, and voice actress, Melinda Peterson, has been performing professionally for more than 40 years. She was introduced to audio theatre in 1990 when she played all 17 of the female roles in Proctor &amp; Bergman’s Power which aired on NPR as a regular segment of John Hockenberry’s Heat.  Since that time she has contributed voices to NPR Playhouse productions, including working with all-star casts on We Hold These Truths and Empire of the Air for Other World Media, as well as performing with the legendary Firesign Theatre on The Great Internet Broadcast for the Toyota Comedy Festival in New York. And she’s traveled several times to Dublin to participate in Crazy Dog Audio productions for RTE, Ireland’s public radio service.  Melinda is most proud that she was Norman Corwin’s very favorite Lucretia Borgia in his The Plot to Overthrow Christmas. She’s also led the casts of Agatha Christie’s BBC Murders playing Agatha Christie herself.  Melinda has performed at regional theatres across the country and is a member of the Los Angeles’ classical acting ensemble, The Antaeus Theatre Company. She lives in LA with her husband, the great Firesign Theatre writer and performer, Phil Proctor, who’s also one of my favorite guests ever on StoryBeat. I’ve been privileged to interview Phil twice on this show.

Melinda Peterson, Actress - Episode #229

My guest for episode 47 is Melinda Peterson. In the interview, Melinda shares how she has been able to find beauty in the hard parts of motherhood. We talk about how God gave her a “sixth sense” to help her child who struggled with speech and why that is a gift every mom can have. Melinda is candid about her recent experiences dealing with postpartum depression. She tells how in her darkest moments she was able to “follow the breadcrumbs” God placed before her. Listen to hear how Melinda relates “breadcrumbs” to action and relying on the Savior. We talk about hope and how to get through dark times when you aren’t sure where the light is. You’ll hear Melinda’s thoughts on accepting your whole self, even your imperfections. She gives a beautiful definition of the word “beloved” and how that relates to our relationship with the Savior and His atonement. Overall, I use three words to sum up this interview with Melinda–beauty, love and light. She shares her gift of faith in a hopeful way that will help you recognize God in your own life.   Show Notes Listen to other episodes about dealing with depression SMM 010: Being Open About Mental Illness in Motherhood + When You Don’t Know If God is Your Partner || Ally Hayward SMM 015: Balance + Overcoming Feelings of Failure + True Self-Care in Motherhood || Elise Curtis SMM 021: Chasing Your Dreams + Turning to God in Post-Partum Depression || Amanda Anderson SMM 037: How to Create Thoughts to Love Your Children Better || Lisa Funk Follow Melinda Instagram: @melindajoywrites  Instagram: @storyworldkids Follow Spiritually Minded Mom Blog: spirituallymindedmom.com Instagram: @spirituallymindedmom Facebook: facebook.com/spirituallymindedmom Podcast: Spiritually Minded Mom on iTunes

My guest for episode 47 is Melinda Peterson. In the interview, Melinda shares how she has been able to find beauty in the hard parts of motherhood. We talk about how God gave her a “sixth sense” to help her child who struggled with speech and why that is a gift every mom can have. Melinda is candid about her recent experiences dealing with postpartum depression. She tells how in her darkest moments she was able to “follow the breadcrumbs” God placed before her. Listen to hear how Melinda relates “breadcrumbs” to action and relying on the Savior. We talk about hope and how to get through dark times when you aren’t sure where the light is. You’ll hear Melinda’s thoughts on accepting your whole self, even your imperfections. She gives a beautiful definition of the word “beloved” and how that relates to our relationship with the Savior and His atonement. Overall, I use three words to sum up this interview with Melinda–beauty, love and light. She shares her gift of faith in a hopeful way that will help you recognize God in your own life.   Show Notes Listen to other episodes about dealing with depression <a href="https://spirituallymindedmom.com/2018/05/30/smm-010-being-open-about-mental-illness-in-motherhood-when-you-dont-know-if-god-is-your-partner-ally-hayward/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">SMM 010:</a> Being Open About Mental Illness in Motherhood + When You Don’t Know If God is Your Partner || Ally Hayward <a href="https://spirituallymindedmom.com/2018/07/18/smm-015-balance-overcoming-feelings-of-failure-true-self-care-in-motherhood-elise-curtis/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">SMM 015:</a> Balance + Overcoming Feelings of Failure + True Self-Care in Motherhood || Elise Curtis <a href="https://spirituallymindedmom.com/2018/08/29/smm-021-chasing-your-dreams-turning-to-god-in-post-partum-depression-amanda-anderson/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">SMM 021:</a> Chasing Your Dreams + Turning to God in Post-Partum Depression || Amanda Anderson <a href="https://spirituallymindedmom.com/2019/01/16/smm-037-how-to-create-thoughts-to-love-your-children-better-lisa-funk/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">SMM 037:</a> How to Create Thoughts to Love Your Children Better || Lisa Funk Follow Melinda Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/melindajoywrites/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@melindajoywrites</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/storyworldkids/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@storyworldkids</a> Follow Spiritually Minded Mom Blog: <a href="http://spirituallymindedmom.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">spirituallymindedmom.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/spirituallymindedmom/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@spirituallymindedmom</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/spirituallymindedmom/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/spirituallymindedmom</a> Podcast: <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/spiritually-minded-mom-podcast/id1366383235?mt=2" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Spiritually Minded Mom on iTunes</a>

SMM 047: Finding Beauty in the Hard of Motherhood || Melinda Peterson

Brittney Hanks

This podcast is in response to an email I received from a listener who was frustrated that all my guests on the show are too "extraordinary." While thoughts swirled about me, I interviewed Melinda Peterson from Melinda Joy Writes to chat about how she has been writing a novel for ten years; but then we magically had a beautiful discussion on seeing the extraordinary within ourselves.  Listen in to hear our conversation on this topic, my own expanded thoughts, my response to this email, as well as a highlight from one my "extraordinary-ordinary" friends--Brittney Hanks from Homegrown Traditions--who has encountered some tough failures as she and her husband navigate running a small business together. Excerpt from Melinda's email, following our interview (it's amazing!!): Show NotesMelinda's website, Instagram, and children-centered InstagramHomegrown Traditions website and InstagramRecent interview with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife:  "Get Over Yourself"Jennifer Finlayson-Fife's website and Holiday DEAL!Jennifer's past interviews with About Progress on perfectionism and goodness (doing things for the right reasons)Monica's Facebook and InstagramMonat Natural, Anti-Aging Hair Care: Contact Monica to learn more, OR research via her Monat Instagram and websiteRelated: Monica's views on Sponsorship and WHY she's partnering with MonatFabletics! Get 2 leggings for $24 when you become a VIP member (they're the besssssst!) (Affiliate link)Free Audiobook through Audible! (Affiliate link)Contact MonicaMore Podcasts from About ProgressSong Credit: "Sweet Promise" and "Tonight" by Nicolai Heidlas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast is in response to an email I received from a listener who was frustrated that all my guests on the show are too "extraordinary." While thoughts swirled about me, I interviewed Melinda Peterson from <a href="http://www.melindajoywrites.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Melinda Joy Writes</a> to chat about how she has been writing a novel for ten years; but then we magically had a beautiful discussion on seeing the extraordinary within ourselves.  Listen in to hear our conversation on this topic, my own expanded thoughts, my response to this email, as well as a highlight from one my "extraordinary-ordinary" friends--Brittney Hanks from Homegrown Traditions--who has encountered some tough failures as she and her husband navigate running a small business together. <a href="https://aboutprogress.com/each-of-us-is-extraordinary-all-of-us-are-ordinary/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Excerpt from Melinda's email, following our interview (it's amazing!!):</a> Show NotesMelinda's <a href="http://www.melindajoywrites.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/melindajoywrites/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and children-centered <a href="https://www.instagram.com/storyworldkids/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>Homegrown Traditions <a href="https://homegrowntraditions.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/homegrowntraditions/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>Recent interview with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife: <a href="http://www.aboutprogress.com/2017/11/finlayson-fife-get-over-yourself.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> "Get Over Yourself"</a>Jennifer Finlayson-Fife's <a href="http://www.finlayson-fife.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> and <a href="http://www.finlayson-fife.com/christmas-sale" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Holiday DEAL!</a>Jennifer's past interviews with About Progress on <a href="http://www.aboutprogress.com/2017/02/dr-jennifer-finlayson-fife.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">perfectionism</a> and <a href="http://www.aboutprogress.com/2017/08/finlayson-fife-goodness.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">goodness</a> (doing things for the right reasons)Monica's <a href="https://www.facebook.com/aboutprogress" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aboutprogress/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>Monat Natural, Anti-Aging Hair Care: <a href="http://www.aboutprogress.com/p/contact.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Contact Monica</a> to learn more, OR research via her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/monicamonat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Monat Instagram</a> and <a href="http://monicapacker.mymonat.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>Related: Monica's views on Sponsorship and <a href="http://www.aboutprogress.com/2017/10/sponsorship.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WHY she's partnering with Monat</a><a href="http://fabletics.7eer.net/c/375049/252615/4144" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fabletics</a>! Get 2 leggings for $24 when you become a VIP member (they're the besssssst!) (Affiliate link)<a href="http://www.audibletrial.com/aboutprogress" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Free Audiobook through Audible</a>! (Affiliate link)<a href="http://www.aboutprogress.com/p/contact.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Contact Monica</a><a href="http://www.aboutprogress.com/p/podcast.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">More Podcasts</a> from About ProgressSong Credit: "Sweet Promise" and "Tonight" by Nicolai Heidlas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

AP 063: Each of Us Is Extraordinary, All of Us Are Ordinary || With Guests: Melinda Peterson and Brittney Hanks