The Nerve with Maureen Callahan

Maureen sits down with Professor Sam Vaknin to discuss the traits and behaviors of true narcissists and examine the various types of narcissistic personalities. Together they break down the differences in how narcissism presents, distinguishing what it means to be a malignant, covert or overt narcissist. They also talk about ways to navigate relationships with narcissistic family members and romantic partners. Also in this episode,...

Maureen goes after Carole Radziwll's exaggerated connection to the Kennedy family and questions why she was tapped to be involved with re-telling the story of JFK Jr.'s life. She underscores Carole's lack of knowledge by highlighting surface commentary that CNN is re-packaging as insight. Maureen also takes a swipe at Bravo's king pin, Andy Cohen, uncovering more details about his inappropriate behind-the-scenes behavior with cast ...

Maureen pounces on the deliberate lack of intervention of the perpetual abuse that runs rampant within several of Bravo's reality TV franchises, and exposes Andy Cohen as the willful ring leader. She also examines Jennifer Aniston's Vanity Fair profile, draws comparisons between her "Morning Show" character and her real life personality, and calls BS on her new BF's self-published self-help manual. Maureen also shines a light on th...

Maureen dissects the empty interviews that were collected in CNN's desperate effort to get anyone who knew JFK Jr. to participate in their newly released docu series "American Prince," pointing to the lack of connection and information in each discussion. She also rips into Howard Stern's treatment of his staff, his delusional power trips and his inability to accept his radio show's looming curtain call. Then Maureen speaks with in...

Maureen is joined by Entertainment Reporter, Kinsey Schofield and together they pounce on Meghan and Harry's Nanny search, the criteria they listed, the rounds of interviews required, and Meghan's failing wine venture. They also take a swipe at two of The Nerve's repeat offenders, SJP and astronaut Gayle King, and how both of them are white knuckling their dwindling moments in the spotlight. Then Maureen sits down with Clinical Psy...

Maureen dedicates today's Nerve to giving a proper memorial - make that celebration - for the discontinuation of the insufferable series "And Just Like That." She walks through the latest episode of the season, pointing to all the storyline openings that will now be dead ends, which offer proof that the cast and creators were blindsided by the announcement. Maureen also exposes Sarah Jessica Parker as a mean girl, who masquerades a...

Maureen delivers a total takedown of Oprah Winfrey's elitist behavior, as stories surfaced on social media that she refused to open her private road in Maui while the Tsunami was fast-approaching and locals were scrambling to evacuate. Maureen also rips into her army of sycophant enablers, pointing out that Oprah's reputation is already on life support. Then she takes a closer look into the romance rumors swirling around Katy Perry...

Maureen takes a swipe at Gwyneth Paltrow's unremarkable new biography, which reads like a book report.  She also dissects Bill Maher's recent podcast interview with Billy Joel, pointing to Maher's tasteless questioning, rude behavior and Billy Joel's response through key body language tells. Then, Maureen welcomes back fan favorite, Bill from Brooklyn, and together they slam J. Lo for her overly sexualized stage performance. They a...

Maureen sits down with Professor Sam Vaknin to discuss the distinguishable signs of borderline personality disorder in mothers, sharing revelations about her own mother and how she learned to navigate challenging interactions. Their conversation also uncovers a variety of comorbidities that could be present and how borderline personality disorder can be misdiagnosed as other mental illnesses, such as narcissism and bipolar disorder...

Maureen unloads on pompous Stephen Colbert, his exit from CBS and how this could be the first domino to fall in the entire late night franchise. She also peels back another layer on the Coldplay couple scandal and the elitist message this affair sent to the rest of the company. Then Maureen examines the troubled beginnings of Billy Joel, as told through the new HBO documentary about his life, and how the depths of his talent have b...

Maureen dishes on the secret meeting held between the Royal family and Harry with entertainment reporter, Kinsey Scholfield, what it was about and who leaked the details to the media. They also crack into the highlights of Gwyneth Paltrow's new biography that feels a little premature at this stage of her life and career. Then Maureen takes a critical look at Amy Griffin's memoir "The Tell", and questions why the violent predator de...

Maureen tears apart Lena Dunham's disturbing Netflix series "Too Much," which feels like a twisted blend of Dunham's personal life and her depraved thoughts on sex, relationships and family dysfunction.  She also takes a swipe at novelist Gary Shteyngart for his grotesque display of wealth in a recent NYT's profile, which features his extensive designer watch collection. Then Maureen recaps the flimsy narratives of AJLT and breaks ...

Hey troublemakers - The Nerve is off this week, so we're bringing you an episode of the new MK Media show "After Party with Emily Jashinsky." In this episode, Emily is joined by Megyn Kelly to talk Jeffrey Epstein and Pam Bondi, Taylor Swift reportedly snubbing the Kamala Harris campaign despite Doug Emhoff trying to help, Alex Cooper's latest "classless" stunt, Lily Allen and Cynthia Nixon celebrating abortion, and more.

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Maureen breaks down the outrageous outcome of the Diddy verdict, the message it sends to women everywhere, and the void of celebrity reaction.  She also rips into Barbara Walters, revealing her true nature and the negative force her power wielded on the media culture. Then, Maureen delivers a full scope of the not-so-glamorous side of Hamptons life, plus a total takedown of some repeat celeb offenders and their offensive messaging ...

Maureen is joined by entertainment reporter Kinsey Schofield to discuss the obnoxious details of the Bezos wedding, with celebrities flaunting their attendance all over social media.  They also rip apart Meghan Markle's latest business venture and her decision to schedule a product launch date on Princess Diana's birthday, which is being negatively received by many. Then Maureen gives another scathing recap of the latest AJLT nothi...

Maureen puts Anna Wintour in the woodshed, as her decades-long reign at Vogue shockingly comes to an end, exposing testimonials from those who were brushed by her cut-throat business style. She also showcases the celeb mob scene descending upon Venice for the grotesquely lavish wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez.  Then, Maureen takes another swipe at Bill Maher for his latest feeble attempt to deflect from his own misogynisti...

Maureen dissects the undoing of Johnny Depp's career with Executive Editor, Jonathan Dean, who spoke with Johnny Depp in an exclusive interview for UK's Sunday Times. They dove into Depp's highly publicized downfall as well as his possible comeback.  Then Maureen lays into Karen Read's shameful victory lap and lack of humility in the moments following her acquittal.  And Bill from Brooklyn joins Maureen to breakdown the latest in t...

Maureen unleashes on a seemingly unfazed Brad Pitt, as he continues his press tour to promote his new film "F1," while simultaneously disowning two of his children.  She also exposes the truth about Tyler Perry, as she details the $260 million sexual assault lawsuit brought against him by actor, Derek Dixon.  Then Maureen lays into Jon Hamm's interview with W Magazine, highlighting his unlikability. Plus, some more celeb updates in...

Maureen rips into Huma Abedin’s marriage to billionaire Alex Soros, questioning its authenticity, while highlighting her paste decision to stick it out with scandal scarred ex-hubby, Anthony Weiner.  Then Maureen takes a jab at Cynthia Nixon aka Miranda from AJLT, showcasing how the actress has morphed into her TV character in real life, and poking holes in her recent protest against “the rich,” when she herself lives a life of wea...