

The Nerve with Maureen Callahan
MK Media
From pop culture to true crime, Maureen Callahan dissects everything with smarts, humor, and skepticism. Come to The Nerve, for conversations no one else dares to have.
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Aug 8, 2025 • 1h 15min
Meghan and Harry's Nanny Search, SJP's Show Reboot Plan, and the Psychology of People Pleasers
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 sits down with Clinical Psychotherapist and Author of "Are You Mad At Me?," Meg Josephson, to discuss the origins of behavioral patterns that we carry into adulthood and ways to mitigate them.Masa Chips: Get 25% off your first order | Use code MAUREEN at https://MASAChips.com/MAUREENPique: Get 20% off your order plus a FREE frother & glass beaker with this exclusive link: https://piquelife.com/THENERVEAware House: Visit https://awarehouseshop.com/discount/THENERVE & use code THENERVE for 15% off your first order.

Aug 5, 2025 • 1h 22min
AJLT's Overdue Farewell, SJP's Inauthenticity, and The Overall Response To The Show's Cancellation
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 Parker as a mean girl, who masquerades as a sweetheart and also nominates her as the first offender to be banished to The Nerve's Woodchipper. Aware House: Visit https://awarehouseshop.com/discount/THENERVE & use code THENERVE for 15% off your first order. American Financing: Call American Financing today to find out how customers are saving an avg of $800/mo. 866-885-1332 or visit https://www.AmericanFinancing.net/Nerve - NMLS 182334, https://nmlsconsumeraccess.org Ground News: Ground News: Go to https://groundnews.com/maureen for 40% off the Vantage subscription and find the truth mainstream media doesn't want you to see.

Aug 1, 2025 • 1h 31min
Oprah's Maui Roadblock Denial, Katy Perry’s New Romance, and Jamie Lee Curtis' Genocide Claim
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 romance rumors swirling around Katy Perry and Former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau and goes all in on Jamie Lee Curtis' recent comments on beauty standards, calling plastic surgery 'genocide.'Morning Kick: Watch his method by clicking the link in the description box here: https://chuckdefense.com/NerveAmerican Financing: Call American Financing today to find out how customers are saving an avg of $800/mo. 866-885-1332 or visit https://www.AmericanFinancing.net/Nerve - NMLS 182334, https://nmlsconsumeraccess.orgBeverly Hills MD Wrinkle Cream: Watch Dr. Layke's step-by-step video free and uninterrupted at https://BHMD1.com/Nerve

Jul 29, 2025 • 1h 25min
Gwyneth Paltrow's Bland Bio, Bill Maher's Disrespect for Billy Joel, and J.Lo's Inappropriate Moves
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 sexualized stage performance. They also discuss the cultural legacies of Hulk Hogan and Ozzy Osbourne.Aware House: Visit https://awarehouseshop.com/discount/THENERVE & use code THENERVE for 15% off your first order.Done with Debt: https://www.DoneWithDebt.comPique: Get 20% off your order plus a FREE frother & glass beaker with this exclusive link: https://piquelife.com/THENERVE

Jul 25, 2025 • 1h 3min
Difficult Mothers Part 1: The Borderline - Detecting And Understanding The Signs
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 as narcissism and bipolar disorder. Also in this episode, Maureen reads audience feedback from this week and reveals the results of the very first Nerve poll.Paleo Valley: Visit https://paleovalley.com and use code THENERVE at checkout to get 15% off your first orderAware House: Visit https://awarehouseshop.com/discount/THENERVE & use code THENERVE for 15% off your first order.American Financing: Call American Financing today to find out how customers are saving an avg of $800/mo. 866-885-1332 or visit https://www.AmericanFinancing.net/Nerve - NMLS 182334, https://nmlsconsumeraccess.org Sam Vaknin: https://www.youtube.com/samvaknin

Jul 22, 2025 • 1h 18min
Stephen Colbert's Overdue Dismissal, Coldplay Couple's Shame Spiral, and Billy Joel's Untold Stories
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 how the depths of his talent have been underestimated by so many. Pique: Get 20% off your order plus a FREE frother & glass beaker with this exclusive link: https://piquelife.com/THENERVE Masa Chips: Get 25% off your first order | Use code MAUREEN at https://MASAChips.com/MAUREEN Done with Debt: https://www.DoneWithDebt.com

Jul 18, 2025 • 1h 13min
The Royals’ Secret Meeting Leaked, Gwyneth Paltrow's New Biography, and Brad Pitt's Mid-Life Crisis
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 questions why the violent predator detailed in her book hasn't been brought to justice. She also delivers the latest on Brad Pitt's mid-life saga, including his new quest to mend the fences with his twins.Aware House: Visit https://awarehouseshop.com/discount/THENERVE & use code THENERVE for 15% off your first order.Firecracker Farm: Visit https://firecracker.FARM & enter code Thenerve at checkout for a special discount!Paleo Valley: Visit https://paleovalley.com and use code THENERVE at checkout to get 15% off your first order

Jul 15, 2025 • 1h 22min
Lena Dunham's Deranged Rom-Com, AJLT's Insufferable Storylines, and Gary Shteyngart's Wealth Display
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 flimsy narratives of AJLT and breaks down the latest SJP media snore tour. Done with Debt: https://www.DoneWithDebt.comBeverly Hills MD Wrinkle Filler: Watch Dr. Layke's step-by-step video free and uninterrupted at https://BHMD1.com/NerveMasa Chips: Get 25% off your first order | Use code MAUREEN at https://MASAChips.com/MAUREEN

Jul 8, 2025 • 1h 6min
Megyn Kelly on Pam Bondi's Epstein U-Turn, Taylor Swift Snubbing Kamala, and Classless Alex Cooper - After Party with Emily Jashinsky
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 celebrating abortion, and more.Subscribe to After Party with Emily Jashinsky:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/after-party-with-emily-jashinsky/id1821493726Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0szVa30NjGYsyIzzBoBCtJSocial: https://afterpartyemily.com/

Jul 4, 2025 • 1h 16min
Diddy Verdict Outrage, Barbara Walters' Questionable Legacy, and The Dark Side Of The Hamptons
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 offenders and their offensive messaging on abortion. Aware House: Visit https://awarehouseshop.com/discount/THENERVE & use code THENERVE for 15% off your first order.Masa Chips: Get 25% off your first order | Use code MAUREEN at https://MASAChips.com/MAUREENBeverly Hills MD Wrinkle Cream: Watch Dr. Layke's step-by-step video free and uninterrupted at https://BHMD1.com/Nerve