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, culture, and creativity. This channel shares behind-the-scenes vlogs, industry insights, artistic journeys, and community-focused storytelling. Our mission: nurture women’s artistry, strengthen family roots, and uplift voices from Central Florida to the global stage.
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.
5 May 2026
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.
2 Apr 2026
I Had to Break Myself Down First
Episode 3 of Don’t Tell Daddy dives into what it really means to break yourself down in order to evolve.
This episode unpacks the uncomfortable but necessary process of shedding old versions of yourself, whether in your career, your creativity, or your identity. From new music releases to major life pivots, this conversation explores how growth often requires letting go first.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re outgrowing your current season, this one is for you.
30 Mar 2026
He’s HOW Much Older?! w/ Troy Berry
In Episode 2 of Don’t Tell Daddy, “He’s HOW Much Older?!,” Elisabeth and Chelsea are joined by Troy Berry, co-owner of 4West, for a candid conversation on age-gap relationships, modern dating, and generational power dynamics.
From differing expectations to questions of control versus wisdom, this episode unpacks what it really means to date across age lines in today’s world. With both lived experience and honest reflection, the conversation explores how to maintain identity, set boundaries, and build relationships rooted in mutual respect and clarity.
26 Mar 2026
You Did It at My Age… So Why Can’t I?
Season 2 of Don’t Tell Daddy kicks off with a bold and thought-provoking conversation in “Battle of the Studs.” Elisabeth and Chelsea dive into the intersection of faith, identity, and modern relationships, unpacking what biblical roles look like in today’s world and what happens when those expectations clash with lived experience.
From gender expression to relationship dynamics, this episode explores how tradition, culture, and personal truth all compete for authority in how we show up in our relationships. It’s honest, layered, and guaranteed to spark conversation.
26 Mar 2026
Season 1 Finale Don't Tell Daddy Episode 8
In the Season 1 finale of Don’t Tell Daddy, Elisabeth and Chelsea close out the EWM Desk Inc. era with a bold and necessary conversation on fashion, professionalism, and evolving cultural norms. From bonnets in the airport to shifting workplace standards, this episode explores how presentation has changed across generations—and what that means for self-respect, discipline, and opportunity.
With honesty and humor, this mother-daughter duo reflects on the tension between authenticity and expectation, asking the ultimate question: how do we show up for the lives we say we want? This finale invites listeners to examine not just what we wear, but how we prepare, mentally, physically, and professionally for the spaces we enter.
10 Jan 2026
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.
9 Jan 2026
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.
25 Dec 2025
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?
24 Dec 2025
The Arguments That Changed Everything 😳 | Don’t Tell Daddy Episode 4
Some fights stay with us forever… but why? In this episode, we break down the arguments that shaped who we are today, the lessons we didn’t know we were learning, and the truths no one tells you about family conflicts.
🔥 Watch till the end to hear how these disagreements still impact us — and stick around for the next episodes as we uncover the women, legacies, and beauty politics shaping our world.
11 Dec 2025
Faith, Spirituality & Who Jesus Is to Us | Don’t Tell Daddy Episode 3
In this episode of Don’t Tell Daddy, Chelsea and Elisabeth dive deep into the heart of their faith: who Jesus has been in their lives, the moments God has delivered them from, and how spirituality shapes the women they are becoming.
We open up about the difference between religion and relationship, how God guides us through seasons we didn’t think we’d survive, and the ways we’ve seen grace, protection, and purpose show up in real time. From childhood memories to adult revelations, we share our personal testimonies with honesty, laughter, and love.
If you’re navigating your own spiritual walk, questioning, rebuilding, or rediscovering your faith — this conversation is for you. God’s been too good for us to keep this quiet… so we’re talking about it.
New episodes every Wednesday at 7 PM. Subscribe, comment, and share your own testimony below. We’d love to hear how God has shown up for you, too. 💗✨
4 Dec 2025
Law School Is HOW MUCH?! + Music Industry Money Shock & 2026 Goals | Don’t Tell Daddy Episode 2
In Episode 2 of Don’t Tell Daddy, we get ALL the way real about money: the good, the bad, and the “why is adulthood so expensive?” of it all.
We’re breaking down the financial realities of top artists like Chaka Khan and Valerie Simpson, how the music industry actually pays its singers, and the truth behind what it costs to maintain a career at that level 😭💸.
Chelsea opens up about the real cost of law school, why she refuses to take out loans, and what her debt-free 2026 plan actually looks like — budgeting, discipline, lifestyle changes, all of it.
We also dive into mother–daughter dynamics, helicopter parenting, the importance of teaching daughters how to budget, and giving young women room to grow without fear or pressure.
If you’re setting your 2026 goals, trying to manage money without losing your mind, or navigating complicated relationships while chasing your dreams… this episode is for you 🤎🔥.
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29 Nov 2025
Dating 101: The Red Flags, Green Flags & The Delusion in Between 😂 | Don’t Tell Daddy EP.1
Welcome to Episode 1 of the Don’t Tell Daddy Podcast, where we dive into the red flags we ignored, the green flags we loved, and the messy, hilarious moments in between. In this episode, we unpack the signs that should’ve sent us home, the standards we’re learning to raise, and the delusional tendencies we’re finally ready to admit out loud. From chaotic dating stories to real conversations about self-worth, patterns, and what we actually want, this episode sets the tone for unfiltered girl talk, growth, and a little necessary chaos. Tune in, laugh with us, and grab a notebook. You might just realize you’re not the only one who stayed because the vibes were immaculate.
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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.
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