This is the third installment of our ‘My Start Story’ podcast series. In this edition, we feature legendary television and stage comedian Carol Burnett.

Her journey from an impoverished childhood to the heights of success as the star of ‘The Carol Burnett Show’ on CBS is awe-inspiring. She went on to excel in TV films and on the silver screen in varying genres, including both dramatic and comedic roles.

Today, Carol is one of the most beloved performers of all time.

And yes, she talks about that famous ear tug. Tune in to find out how and why that came to be one of the most iconic trademarks in entertainment history.

Watch Carol's Start Story videos here

Listen to the My Start Story podcast episode 1: Kelly Cervantes, Epilepsy Advocate

Listen to the My Start Story podcast episode 2: Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Loyola University men's basketball Chaplain

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