Erma Bombeck Writers' Workshop Archives

Peggy Rowe Talks Writing, Inspiration, Family and Bestsellers, Plus Mark Bego on Creative Strategy and Tackling Writers’ Block – Episode 532

Writer and humorist Peggy Rowe joins Nancy to discuss her latest New York Times Bestseller ‘About Your Father And Other Celebrities I Have Known’, writing inspiration, creative productivity, family influences, and how fans of her son Mike Rowe (‘Dirty Jobs’) got a glimpse of her humor and helped push her to write even more. Plus, writing strategy with Mark Bego.

Lian Dolan Talks Sisters, Secrets, and Fiction, Plus A Sister-Inspired Humor Writing Competition – Episode 505

Author and broadcaster Lian Dolan joins Nancy to discuss her latest novel The Sweeney Sisters, the story behind the intriguing Connecticut-based characters, people’s fascination with sisters, the complicated and humorous sides of sibling relationships, and her writing process. Plus, Nancy talks with writer and editor Marcia Stewart about Nickie’s Prize for Humor Writing…

Talking Television Comedy Writing, The Simpsons, and Creative Advice with Mike Reiss – Episode 491

Emmy Award-winning comedy writer and producer Mike Reiss joins Nancy to discuss his career journey including decades with ‘The Simpsons,’ his books, advice for writers in a competitive industry, and upcoming appearance at the Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop.

Talking Stand-Up Success, Comedy Careers, and Helping Others Shine with Wendy Liebman, Plus A Glimpse Into The Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop and Some College Admission Humor – Episode 488

Comedian Wendy Liebman joins Nancy to discuss her stand-up journey from earlier performances to popular late night show appearances and comedy specials, and the importance of mentoring. Plus, a review of the Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop and a humor essay that helped change Nancy’s writing world.

Talking Documentaries and John and Yoko with Filmmaker Michael Epstein and a Creative Writing Opportunity That Channels Solitude – Episode 473

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

Liza Donnelly Talks Humor, Advocacy and Live Drawing – Episode 427

Liza Donnelly joins Nancy to discuss the power of humor and storytelling, and her creative life as an award-winning cartoonist with The New Yorker Magazine and resident cartoonist for CBS News. Read more in Nancy’s online column for Parade Magazine.

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