College Humor: Extracting Wisdom
There’s one familiar milestone on the road to the college launch that doesn’t get much press. Oral surgery. This pre-college dental rite of passage just might be the universe’s way of giving parents one final […]
Author: Dr. Nancy Berk
Nancy Berk, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist, entertainment and fan base strategist, multimedia content creator, and President of Nancy Berk Media LLC. An online entertainment columnist for PARADE magazine and host of the celebrity podcast Whine At 9—featuring conversations with over 300 celebrities and show business insiders, Nancy has chatted and laughed with Oscar, Emmy, and Grammy winners, and Rock and Roll Hall of Famers. A celebrity favorite, she is known for her skilled and sensitive interviewing and ability to incorporate subtle humor in her conversations, shows, and stories. Nancy’s self-help humor book College Bound and Gagged: How to Help Your Kid Get into a Great College without Losing Your Savings, Your Relationship, or Your Mind can be seen in the feature film Admission starring Tina Fey and Paul Rudd.
College Humor: Early Decision Attitude
It happens right around the time you hear those voices telling you to fill out the FAFSA.Have you noticed everything unpleasant is linked to an acronym? Sure, the family’s left SATs behind, but the winter’s […]
Valentine History
Valentine’s Day: Making men uncomfortable since the Middle Ages…. http://ow.ly/91ouN
Flushing Out Technology
Automatic flushing, faucets, and towel dispensers are amazing modern inventions. Nothing’s better than convenience and germ-free features, but inconsistent use of technology makes many of us just look foolish. Heads up restroom designers–either commit to […]
Stormy Weather and Multiple Personalities
Becoming a meteorologist requires special schooling, which is understandable when you recognize the huge burden they must bear. A meteorologist is like ten of the most memorable people in your life all rolled into one. […]
Top 5 TV Shows With Great Whine
Proof that entertaining with whine pays off…. 1. The Real Housewives of Pick-A-City: Whine, wine, and more whine. 2. Everybody Loves Raymond: That voice! Those parents! Whine and jams. 3. The Mary Tyler Moore Show: […]
Why New Year’s Resolutions Go Belly Up
Somewhere between December’s cookie trays and January’s champagne toast, it hits you—too much of a good thing isn’t so good. Enter the New Year’s Resolution–the best invention since Pepto-Bismol to make you quickly feel a […]
Turkey Trauma
Is it me or does the turkey wreak havoc on our homes this time of year? I feel sorry for the birds and have considered alternative meal plans, but then I get hit with the […]