A Longing to Be Seen Through the Power of Storytelling (Feat. Mattie Caruthers)

Beyond the Book

Mattie C. Caruthers is a true veteran in the entertainment industry. Her career started in music at Little David Records, where she was an assistant to Monte Kay (founder of Birdland, and manager/jazz producer to Herbie Mann, Stan Getz, Sonny Rollins, and the Modern Jazz Quartet). Mattie was part of a small team working on all aspects of the record label, including artist development, publicity, and distribution for records by Flip Wilson and George Carlin, as well as groundbreaking television shows. The company acquired two Grammys and five Gold Records.

Mattie ventured into film and television where she eventually became a director, writer and producer. Her credits include Script Supervisor and Associate Director with Damon Wayans on My Wife and Kids; with Will Smith on The Fresh Prince of Bel Air; and with Jamie Foxx on The Jamie Foxx Show. She was Associate Director on Let's Stay Together, Cuts, Keenan & Kel, The Parent 'Hood, and Sinbad.

Following the release of Against All Odds, Mattie joined us on the podcast to discuss her take on how persistence in business makes a tangible impact as well as her chapter in the book. Mattie's chapter entitled "A Longing to Be Seen Through the Power of Storytelling, We Can Experience Healing and More of the Love We Are All Looking For" shares her personal and professional experiences that led her to achieving success by showcasing persistence and determination each step of the way.

So sit back, relax, and enjoy another enlightening conversation from one of the brightest minds in business.