Entertaining Insights with Dr. Nancy Berk
Music:Music Interviews
Tommy James joins Nancy to discuss his journey with Tommy James and The Shondells and beyond including early Pittsburgh success with “Hanky Panky,” gold singles and platinum albums, hits like “Crystal Blue Persuasion”, “Crimson & Clover,” “Mony Mony,” and “Sweet Cherry Wine,” his autobiography Me, The Mob, and The Music and an upcoming biopic of the same name that chronicles his extraordinary story (1:30).
Plus, Nancy talks with Hollywood historian and author Laurie Jacobson about television memories, favorite programs and child stars from the 50s, 60s and 70s, and her new book TV Dinners: 40 Kid Stars Dish Up Favorite Recipes with a Side of Memories (32:00).
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Judy Gold Talks Stand-Up, Comedy History, Sexism, Free Speech, and Cancel Culture, Plus Donna Cavanagh on Writing a Children’s Beach Read - Episode 570
Firerose Talks Music, Collaboration, and Recording with Billy Ray Cyrus, Plus Donna Cavanagh on Writing a Children’s Beach Read - Episode 569
Todd Hoffman and Hunter Hoffman Talk Family, Mining, and Hoffman Family Gold, Plus Neal Hitch on Capturing The History of Woodstock - Episode 568
Tom Papa Talks Stand-Up, Writing, Headlining Vegas, and Comedy Multitasking, Plus Nancy’s Latest Humor Column - Episode 567
Kent LaVoie Talks Lobo, Songwriting, and Me and You and A Dog Named Boo, Plus Lian Dolan on Novels and Lost and Found in Paris - Episode 566
Marsha Mason Talks Acting, Directing, Attitude, and Mentoring, Plus Brad Forenza on Plays and Podcasts - Episode 565
Alya Talks Music, Storytelling, and Philanthropy, Plus Craig Carlson on Pancakes with Emily in Paris - Episode 564
Ricky Byrd Talks Songwriting, Creativity and Inspiration, Sobriety, and Kittens, Plus AXS TV Host Katie Daryl Reviews The Top Ten Revealed - Episode 563
Entertainment Exec Rick Gray Talks Vegas Entertainment and History, Residencies, and Great Comedy and Music, Plus Restaurant Development Exec Elizabeth Blau on Vegas Dining, Trends, Incredible Food Experiences, and Giving Back - Episode 562
Olivia Rox Talks Music, Writing, and Christmas, Plus Ami Negron on Holiday Crafting, Vintage Upcycling, and Shopping - Episode 561
Carnie Wilson Talks Family, Parenting, Wilson Phillips and The Beach Boys, Plus Lian Dolan and Teri Rizvi on The New Book Sisters! - Episode 560
Florence LaRue Talks The Fifth Dimension, Grammy-Winning Music, Touring, Writing, and Life Lessons, Plus James Fauntleroy on Navigating The Music Business and 1500 Sound Academy - Episode 559
Cassandra Peterson Talks Elvira, Writing, Secrets, and Halloween, Plus Nancy’s Tips for Memoir Writing - Episode 558
Marshall Thompson Talks Chi-Lites, Hit Music History, Big Breaks, and Michael Jackson, Plus Author Teri Rizvi on Sharing Your Journey - Episode 557
Bill Mumy and Angela Cartwright Talk Lost in Space, Hollywood History, Memoirs, Celebrity Crushes, and Secrets, Plus Friend-Driven Humor, Grandchildren, and Boomer Moments - Episode 556
Dan Naturman Talks Comedy, Novels, and Stand-Up Inspiration and Advice, Plus Writing and Book Editing Tips from a Pro - Episode 555
P.J. Pacifico Talks Music, Songwriting and Television, and The Power of Creative Shifts, Plus Documentary Filmmaker Chris Hudson Zooms In On The Andy Griffith Show - Episode 554
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