TV & FILM

Samantha Strauss Talks Television Writing, Her Showtime Series ‘The End’, and Tips for Writers, Plus Cathy Sikorski on Elder Law and Family Conversations – Episode 551

Television and film writer Samantha Strauss joins Nancy to discuss her writing career, the backstory and inspiration behind the new Showtime series ‘The End’, and the power of television in creating important conversations. In the second segment, author and elder law attorney Cathy Sikorski talks about important family and legal discussions and her upcoming book.

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Kathy Kinney Talks Creativity, Crafting, Confidence, Mimi, and The Drew Carey Show, Plus Cindy Ratzlaff on Loss, Coping, and The Power of Small Steps – Episode 549

Actress, producer, and creator Kathy Kinney joins Nancy to discuss creative projects and life lessons during the pandemic, choosing to live a creative life, finding confidence, portraying Mimi on The Drew Carey Show, going for makeovers with Tammy Faye Bakker, and her Mrs. P and Queen of Your Own Life projects. And author, marketing executive, and book publishing veteran Cindy Ratzlaff…

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Peter Mehlman Talks Seinfeld, Novels, and Double-Dipping, Plus The Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum’s Phil Sklar – Episode 544

Peter Mehlman joins Nancy to discuss his career from journalist to longtime writer and producer of ‘Seinfeld’, the unique writing experience, the story behind George’s double-dipping episode, and the popularity of “Yada Yada Yada.” Plus, Peter talks about writing beyond ‘Seinfeld’, his novel #MeAsWell, comedy and creativity, and advice for writers. In the second segment, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum’s Phil Sklar…

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Jerry Mathers Talks Classic TV, Leave It To Beaver, Life Beyond The Show, and His Role in Diabetes Awareness, Plus Filming on Location with Pittsburgh Film Office’s Dawn Keezer – Episode 541

Jerry Mathers joins Nancy to discuss his childhood role as Beaver Cleaver in the beloved series ‘Leave It to Beaver,’ life behind the scenes, and working on Broadway and beyond. Plus, filming on location and getting your house on the big screen with Dawn Keezer, director of the Pittsburgh Film Office…

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Phil Vassar Talks Life Off The Road, Recording in His Wine Cellar, Singing with Family and Friends, Songwriting, and Country Hits, Plus Binge TV with Joel Madison – Episode 535

Multi-platinum selling artist Phil Vassar joins Nancy to discuss his country music journey, life off the road in Nashville, family time and creative projects during the pandemic, and recording from his wine cellar for Circle Network’s ‘Phil Vassar’s Songs from The Cellar’. Plus, Nancy trades binge TV reviews, comments, and suggestions with comedy writer and sitcom producer Joel Madison.

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