Sandra Bernhard: podcast appearances and interviews

Sandra Bernhard, born on June 6, 1955, is an American actress, comedian, and singer. She gained recognition in the late 1970s through her stand-up comedy performances, during which she often critiqued celebrity culture and political figures. Bernhard is also known for her personal connection with Madonna, having been her ex-best friend. Her acting career includes notable television roles such as Nancy Bartlett Thomas on the ABC sitcom Roseanne from 1991 until the show's end in 1997. She appeared in Martin Scorsese's film The King of Comedy as Masha and has held roles in series like Pose, where she played Nurse Judy Kubrak, and Severance, portraying Nurse Cecily. Her contributions to comedy have earned her recognition as one of the greatest stand-ups, ranking number 96 on Comedy Central's list of the 100 greatest stand-ups of all time.