The Nerve with Maureen Callahan

Maureen sits down with Professor Sam Vaknin to discuss the traits and behaviors of true narcissists and examine the various types of narcissistic personalities. Together they break down the differences in how narcissism presents, distinguishing what it means to be a malignant, covert or overt narcissist. They also talk about ways to navigate relationships with narcissistic family members and roman...

Maureen goes after Carole Radziwll's exaggerated connection to the Kennedy family and questions why she was tapped to be involved with re-telling the story of JFK Jr.'s life. She underscores Carole's lack of knowledge by highlighting surface commentary that CNN is re-packaging as insight. Maureen also takes a swipe at Bravo's king pin, Andy Cohen, uncovering more details about his inappropriate be...

Maureen pounces on the deliberate lack of intervention of the perpetual abuse that runs rampant within several of Bravo's reality TV franchises, and exposes Andy Cohen as the willful ring leader. She also examines Jennifer Aniston's Vanity Fair profile, draws comparisons between her "Morning Show" character and her real life personality, and calls BS on her new BF's self-published self-help manual...

Maureen dissects the empty interviews that were collected in CNN's desperate effort to get anyone who knew JFK Jr. to participate in their newly released docu series "American Prince," pointing to the lack of connection and information in each discussion. She also rips into Howard Stern's treatment of his staff, his delusional power trips and his inability to accept his radio show's looming curtai...

Maureen is joined by Entertainment Reporter, Kinsey Schofield and together they pounce on Meghan and Harry's Nanny search, the criteria they listed, the rounds of interviews required, and Meghan's failing wine venture. They also take a swipe at two of The Nerve's repeat offenders, SJP and astronaut Gayle King, and how both of them are white knuckling their dwindling moments in the spotlight. Then...

Maureen dedicates today's Nerve to giving a proper memorial - make that celebration - for the discontinuation of the insufferable series "And Just Like That." She walks through the latest episode of the season, pointing to all the storyline openings that will now be dead ends, which offer proof that the cast and creators were blindsided by the announcement. Maureen also exposes Sarah Jessica Parke...

Maureen delivers a total takedown of Oprah Winfrey's elitist behavior, as stories surfaced on social media that she refused to open her private road in Maui while the Tsunami was fast-approaching and locals were scrambling to evacuate. Maureen also rips into her army of sycophant enablers, pointing out that Oprah's reputation is already on life support. Then she takes a closer look into the romanc...

Maureen takes a swipe at Gwyneth Paltrow's unremarkable new biography, which reads like a book report.  She also dissects Bill Maher's recent podcast interview with Billy Joel, pointing to Maher's tasteless questioning, rude behavior and Billy Joel's response through key body language tells. Then, Maureen welcomes back fan favorite, Bill from Brooklyn, and together they slam J. Lo for her overly s...

Maureen sits down with Professor Sam Vaknin to discuss the distinguishable signs of borderline personality disorder in mothers, sharing revelations about her own mother and how she learned to navigate challenging interactions. Their conversation also uncovers a variety of comorbidities that could be present and how borderline personality disorder can be misdiagnosed as other mental illnesses, such...

Maureen unloads on pompous Stephen Colbert, his exit from CBS and how this could be the first domino to fall in the entire late night franchise. She also peels back another layer on the Coldplay couple scandal and the elitist message this affair sent to the rest of the company. Then Maureen examines the troubled beginnings of Billy Joel, as told through the new HBO documentary about his life, and...

Maureen dishes on the secret meeting held between the Royal family and Harry with entertainment reporter, Kinsey Scholfield, what it was about and who leaked the details to the media. They also crack into the highlights of Gwyneth Paltrow's new biography that feels a little premature at this stage of her life and career. Then Maureen takes a critical look at Amy Griffin's memoir "The Tell", and qu...

Maureen tears apart Lena Dunham's disturbing Netflix series "Too Much," which feels like a twisted blend of Dunham's personal life and her depraved thoughts on sex, relationships and family dysfunction.  She also takes a swipe at novelist Gary Shteyngart for his grotesque display of wealth in a recent NYT's profile, which features his extensive designer watch collection. Then Maureen recaps the fl...

Hey troublemakers - The Nerve is off this week, so we're bringing you an episode of the new MK Media show "After Party with Emily Jashinsky." In this episode, Emily is joined by Megyn Kelly to talk Jeffrey Epstein and Pam Bondi, Taylor Swift reportedly snubbing the Kamala Harris campaign despite Doug Emhoff trying to help, Alex Cooper's latest "classless" stunt, Lily Allen and Cynthia Nixon celebr...

Maureen breaks down the outrageous outcome of the Diddy verdict, the message it sends to women everywhere, and the void of celebrity reaction.  She also rips into Barbara Walters, revealing her true nature and the negative force her power wielded on the media culture. Then, Maureen delivers a full scope of the not-so-glamorous side of Hamptons life, plus a total takedown of some repeat celeb offen...

Maureen is joined by entertainment reporter Kinsey Schofield to discuss the obnoxious details of the Bezos wedding, with celebrities flaunting their attendance all over social media.  They also rip apart Meghan Markle's latest business venture and her decision to schedule a product launch date on Princess Diana's birthday, which is being negatively received by many. Then Maureen gives another scat...

Maureen puts Anna Wintour in the woodshed, as her decades-long reign at Vogue shockingly comes to an end, exposing testimonials from those who were brushed by her cut-throat business style. She also showcases the celeb mob scene descending upon Venice for the grotesquely lavish wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez.  Then, Maureen takes another swipe at Bill Maher for his latest feeble attempt...

Maureen dissects the undoing of Johnny Depp's career with Executive Editor, Jonathan Dean, who spoke with Johnny Depp in an exclusive interview for UK's Sunday Times. They dove into Depp's highly publicized downfall as well as his possible comeback.  Then Maureen lays into Karen Read's shameful victory lap and lack of humility in the moments following her acquittal.  And Bill from Brooklyn joins M...

Maureen unleashes on a seemingly unfazed Brad Pitt, as he continues his press tour to promote his new film "F1," while simultaneously disowning two of his children.  She also exposes the truth about Tyler Perry, as she details the $260 million sexual assault lawsuit brought against him by actor, Derek Dixon.  Then Maureen lays into Jon Hamm's interview with W Magazine, highlighting his unlikabilit...

Maureen rips into Huma Abedin’s marriage to billionaire Alex Soros, questioning its authenticity, while highlighting her paste decision to stick it out with scandal scarred ex-hubby, Anthony Weiner.  Then Maureen takes a jab at Cynthia Nixon aka Miranda from AJLT, showcasing how the actress has morphed into her TV character in real life, and poking holes in her recent protest against “the rich,” w...

Maureen delivers the latest bombshells in the Diddy trial and discusses the possible legal strategies behind Combs with criminal defense attorney, Tom Kenniff.  She also exposes behind-the-scenes details of Bill Maher’s disturbing dressing room behavior and the truth about his audience members. Then, Maureen blasts Brad Pitt’s plan to distance himself from two of his kids and dissects Michelle Oba...

Maureen eviscerates Bill Maher's defense of his shameful comments, as he doubles down on blaming women for their inability to escape their abusers.  Then she is joined by NewsNation's Paula Froelich to discuss the sexual misconduct accusations against Jared Leto and the latest in the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni saga. Plus, Maureen exposes George Clooney masquerading as a quasi- journalist.  Be...

Maureen breaks down all the latest in the jaw dropping details from the Diddy trial with Daily Mail Correspondent, Kayla Brantley. She also dives into the backlash for Bill Maher through abuse testimonials and words of criticism from The Nerve audience emails. And then Maureen is joined by entertainment reporter, Kinsey Schofield, to discuss Meghan Markle's attention seeking behavior and Instagram...

Maureen skewers Bill Maher's jaw dropping commentary during his "New Rules" monologue where he unapologetically blames women for not escaping their abusers soon enough, blasting the lists of reasons he gives for why victims of abuse should know better.  She also takes a swipe at the premiere episode of "And Just Like That," with its unrealistic plot lines and feeble attempt to keep Sarah Jessica P...

In this special weekend edition of The Nerve, we are bringing you a blend of Maureen's bonus slam dunks, as she rips into the Baldwins and their failed attempts to resuscitate their public image, unloads on the attention seeking posts from 3 celeb IG accounts and then skewers the WNBA and Afflecks with the one and only Bill from Brooklyn. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.c...

Maureen unloads on Hoda Kotb’s lame attempt to pimp the super basic concept of finding joy through the launch of her new and unoriginal self-help app. She also takes us through the latest vile details coming out of the Diddy trial, adding more layers to his seemingly endless list of depravities. And then Maureen is joined by entertainment reporter, Kinsey Scholfield, and together they break down M...