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The Steve Harvey Morning Show

Uplift: A single mom overcame scams to launch a thriving Atlanta food business.

The Steve Harvey Morning Show

iHeartPodcasts

Comedy, Society & Culture

4.62.1K Ratings

🗓️ 3 May 2025

⏱️ 34 minutes

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Summary

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Michaela Merrick.

The visionary founder of Pretty Little Tacos, a Creole-Mexican street taco concept that has taken Atlanta by storm. Michaela shares her incredible journey of launching a thriving food business, overcoming obstacles, and building a brand rooted in resilience, passion, and family support.

She reveals how her background, family influence, and determination helped her navigate the challenges of the food industry, from securing the right permits to expanding into multiple locations, including her bold goal of bringing Pretty Little Tacos to gas stations across Atlanta. Michaela also opens up about the competitive nature of the food truck business, the importance of quality control, and how she ensures consistency while scaling her operations.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a foodie, or someone looking for motivation to pursue your dreams, this episode is packed with valuable insights on perseverance, business growth, and knowing your audience. Tune in to hear Michaela’s journey from concept to a successful, fast-growing brand—and how she continues to keep winning!

#AMI

#STRAW

#BEST

#SHMS

 

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0:15.4

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0:19.6

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0:22.2

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0:24.6

Me, Michelle Obama, to say that to a therapist.

0:28.1

So let's unpack that.

0:29.3

Having been the first lady of the entire country

0:32.3

and representing the country in the world,

0:34.8

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0:38.7

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0:45.7

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0:54.8

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0:57.1

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1:03.5

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1:05.2

You're feeling this, too.

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