Entertaining Insights with Dr. Nancy Berk

Singer, songwriter, and actor Charles Esten joins Nancy to talk about the story behind his debut country album Love Ain’t Pretty, his music and television career, and portrayal of Deacon Claybourne in the hit series Nashville.

Plus, Nancy and Charles discuss the power of music, the impact of Nashville and Deacon, and his work with Musicians on Call and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night.

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Billboard-charting artist A.J. Croce joins Nancy to talk about his music journey, discovering the creative influences that he and his father shared, and bringing the Croce Plays Croce Tour to life.

Plus, Nancy and A.J. discuss his initial reluctance to tackle his dad’s songs, his decision to build the storytelling-driven tour that also incorporates his music, and the joy that has come from the experience.

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Songwriter and producer Desmond Child joins Nancy to talk about his unique music journey, hit-making history, new memoir Livin’ On A Prayer: Big Songs Big Life, and upcoming musical. Plus, Desmond shares the stories behind some of his biggest hits with KISS, Bon Jovi, Ricky Martin, and more. And Nancy and Desmond discuss the importance of helping others create their best work.

Read Nancy’s story about Desmond Child via Forbes.com...

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and Beach Boys’ co-founder Mike Love joins Nancy to talk about his journey with the Beach Boys, songwriting, his love of touring, and the 2024 Stagecoach Festival.

Plus, Nancy and Mike discuss Beatles and Beach Boys’ moments, the special friendship he had with George Harrison, and officiating at John Stamos’ wedding.

Read Nancy’s story about Mike Love via Forbes.com Hollywood & Entertainment.

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Emmy Award-winning rapper Frzy joins Nancy to talk about his unusual music journey, cross-genre collaborations, including the hip-hop cover of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood's “Won’t You Be My Neighbor,” and his mission to create happiness and build bridges while educating others via music. One of the faces of Steve Madden’s Self Made campaign, the Guinness World Record-breaking rapper shares how Madden and his team have helped him mo...

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Justin Hayward joins Nancy to talk about his recent visit to Windsor Castle where he received an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) for his contribution to the arts, sharing the day with his grandson, and the details and meaning of the investiture experience.

Plus, Nancy and Justin discuss the 1972 Moody Blues hit “Nights in White Satin” (written and composed by Hayward) and its recent audi...

Taylor Hicks joins Nancy to talk about his 2006 American Idol win, life beyond the popular show, his Grand Ole Opry debut, new single “Teach Me to Dance” and upcoming album.

Plus, Taylor discusses his career in show business and why he never says “no” to great creative opportunities.

Read Nancy’s story about Taylor Hicks via Forbes.com Hollywood & Entertainment Hollywood & Entertainment.

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Annette O'Toole joins Nancy to talk about her her role as Hope McCrea in the hit series Virgin River, her creative career from early years as a teen actor appearing in Gunsmoke and portraying David Cassidy’s love interest in The Partridge Family to her adult career in feature films like Superman III and series like Smallville, and her continued love of acting and the theater.

Plus, Annette discusses collaborating with husband Mich...

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Don Felder joined Nancy in 2017 to talk about his music journey from the early years in Gainesville with Stephen Stills and Tom Petty and battle of the bands with the Allmans, to his time with the Eagles, solo projects, and collaboration with other bands like Styx. Plus, Felder discusses how his love for making music has driven his world.

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Elvis Presley’s stepbrother Billy Stanley joins Nancy to talk about moving to Graceland in 1960 and meeting his new stepbrother, Christmas at Graceland and the impact of Elvis on his life. Plus, Stanley discusses his new book The Faith of Elvis: A Story Only A Brother Can Tell  and the loyalty and kindness of Elvis Presley (:59).

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Country artist Drake Milligan joins Nancy to talk about life after America’s Got Talent, his new album Dallas / Fort Worth, and his Grand Ole Opry debut. Plus, Drake discusses the impact of Elvis on his career, starring as Presley in the mini-series Sun Records, and the power of collaboration (:56).

Listen to Drake Milligan’s album Dallas / Fort Worth.

Watch Drake Milligan’s AGT performance.

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Elvira creator Cassandra Peterson joins Nancy to talk about life after the release of her New York Times bestseller “Yours Cruelly, Elvira,” the personal and career impact of her revelations, the positive fan response, and how Elvis changed her career focus. Plus, Cassandra discusses the building of the Elvira brand, the Queen of Halloween’s popularity and why Elvira will outlive her (1:05).

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Actor, producer, and author Kathy Kinney (The Drew Carey Show, Newhart) and publishing veteran and author Cindy Ratzlaff join Nancy to talk about brand building, empowering others, their Queen Of Your Own Life books and new daily inspiration cards (:58).

Plus, the longtime friends discuss their crafting trip to France, adopting the Coastal Grandmother look, the power of Mimi Bobeck, and their work with the Erma Bombeck Writers’ Wo...

Actor Beth Broderick joins Nancy to talk about the legacy of powerful characters, her career journey including her role as Zelda Spellman on the hit sitcom ‘Sabrina The Teenage Witch’ and new projects for HBO and Hallmark, and her motivation for column writing. Plus, Nancy and Beth discuss ageism in Hollywood and beyond and the gaps and misinformation that exist on and offscreen (1:06).

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