Norman Lear Talks Comedy, Sitcoms, and Similarities: The 2016 Interview – Encore Episode 593
Beloved comedy icon Norman Lear joined Nancy in 2016 to talk about his career, comedy culture, shifts, and the similarities we all share.
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Charles Esten Talks Country Music, His Debut Album, Nashville, and the Impact of Deacon Claybourne – Episode 590
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.
Desmond Child Talks Hit Songwriting, Memoirs, and The Stories Behind The Music – Episode 588
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.
Billy Stanley Talks Christmas At Graceland And Growing Up With Elvis Presley – Episode 578
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.
Kathy Kinney and Cindy Ratzlaff Talk Collaboration, Inspiration, and Friendship – Episode 575
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. Plus, the longtime friends discuss their trip to France, adopting the Coastal Grandmother look, the power of Mimi Bobeck, and their work with the Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop.
Beth Broderick Talks Acting, Writing, Ageism, and Giving Back – Episode 574
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.