Entertaining Insights with Dr. Nancy Berk

Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker Michael Epstein joins Nancy to discuss his film John & Yoko: Above Us Only Sky, capturing the untold story of John Lennon & Yoko Ono's relationship, and their creative journey that brought the Imagine album to life.

And in keeping with that creative solitude vibe, our Entertaining Opportunities segment features a conversation with novelist and screenwriter Anna Lefler about the upcoming competition, A Hotel Room of One's Own: The Erma Bombeck/Anna Lefler Humorist-in-Residence Program, that offers writers an opportunity for creative solitude. Plus, Nancy's take-away tips from this episode.

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Emmy Award-winning comedy writer Brian Kiley joins Nancy to discuss his comedy career including stand-up, over two decades as a staff writer for Conan O'Brien, and new novel Maybe Kevin. And in our new Entertaining Opportunities segment, comedy writer/producer Linda Perret shares a stand-up comedy opportunity. Plus, Nancy's take-away tips from this episode.

Cassandra Peterson, the actress and entrepreneur behind cult favorite character Elvira, joins Nancy to discuss the decades-long success of the popular franchise, her journey, strategies, and important fan connections. And Nancy goes back stage on the Ultimate Disco Cruise to meet R&B/disco group Tavares to talk with Ralph, Chubby, Butch and Tiny Tavares about their entertainment-driven family business.

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Emmy-nominated comedy writer and producer Bruce Ferber (Home Improvement, Sabrina The Teenage Witch) joins Nancy to talk about expressing our creative voices, examining work roles, and his new book The Way We Work: On The Job in Hollywood. Nancy takes a humor detour to analyze yard work and seriously examines a great career lesson from the Vent Haven International Ventriloquism Convention.

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Disco legend Yvonne Elliman joins Nancy during the Ultimate Disco Cruise to talk about her early rise to fame after being discovered by Andrew Lloyd Weber, her hit songs ("I Don't Know How To Love Him", "If I Can't Have You"), strong fan base, and connecting with our past in special ways. And Nancy shares her own rock star experience marked with a bit of comedy, along with a glimpse into her upcoming guest list.

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In honor of the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, Nancy rewinds to her 2016 interview with legendary moon walking astronaut and adventurer Buzz Aldrin and later identifies one of her out of this world adventures. Plus, we're talking detour suggestions you can add to your to-do list.

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Check out those places in your own back yard that you've been "meaning to visit" but never seem to find time. Below are some of the destinations and detours mentioned in this episode: Jimmy Stewart Museum, Punxsutawney, PA, Johnstown Flood Museum.

Bestselling author and popular podcaster Lian Dolan joins Nancy to discuss the power of connections, mentoring, and supportive communities in our lives and the force behind the thriving podcast Satellite Sisters. Nancy offers up a humorous short-cut for living a wrinkled-free life and updates on a cool summer conference and upcoming appearances.

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Singer-songwriter Elise Testone joins Nancy to talk about her musical journey, new album This Is Love, and professional growth and shifts beyond her American Idol2012 experience.

Dirty Jobs star Mike Rowe and his author mom Peggy Rowe join Nancy for a special Mother's Day episode to talk about the unique influences of family, Peggy's New York Times bestseller and writing success, creativity, and the power of a strong work ethic. Prepare to laugh and be inspired.

Grammy Award winner and multi-platinum artist Sarah McLachlan joins Nancy to discuss her musical journey, the power of music to effect positive change, and her upcoming Las Vegas performances.