Dr. Nancy Berk

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

Fifth Dimension legend Florence LaRue joins Nancy to talk about her career journey with the Grammy Award-winning group and the inspiration behind her new book ‘Grace in Your Second Act: A Guide to Aging Gracefully.’ Plus, Grammy Award-winning producer and singer James Fauntleroy on music education and 1500 Sound Academy.

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Brian Stokes Mitchell Talks Broadway and The Hollywood Bowl, The Power of Art During Stressful Times, and The Actors Fund, Plus Robin Rothstein on Playwriting and Short Plays – Episode 533

Tony Award winner, and The Actors Fund Chairman of the Board Brian Stokes Mitchell joins Nancy to discuss Broadway, the power of the arts during the pandemic, his creative career, including the early days of ‘Trapper John, M.D.’, and the new PBS series ‘In Concert At The Hollywood Bowl’. Plus, Brian shares details on The Actors Fund. In the second segment, Nancy talks playwriting and short plays with playwright Robin Rothstein.

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Ricky Byrd Talks Rock, Recovery, and ‘Sobering Times,’ Plus Maximizing Writing Productivity – Episode 519

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Ricky Byrd (inducted with Joan Jett & The Blackhearts) joins Nancy to discuss his music, the inspiration and process behind his latest rock album ‘Sobering Times’, his role as a “Recovery Troubador,” and why these songs and social support are especially important during stressful times. Plus, Ricky offers some advice for those hoping to achieve their creative dreams. And in our second segment, Nancy talks writing strategy and productivity with bestselling author Mark Bego…

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