Double Trouble

In the season finale of Double Trouble, Lane and Nell humorously recount recent family reunions, the challenges of coordinating podcast recordings with a time difference, and the hilarity of everyday mishaps—like accidentally sending voice memos rrrto the wrong people. The twins also reflect on the passage of time and the bittersweet moments of watching their children grow. They discuss feedback f...

This episode hits on so many potent topics for the modern day woman. Nell and Laine talk with April Daly, an ex-prima ballerina from the Jeoffrey Ballet. They delve into the struggles and choices that women face everyday, balancing a career and the pressures of family. To be or not to be. April shares her experience of being at the height of her career while simultaneously having to think about fe...

In this episode, the girls welcome an old friend who has spent the last 20 years climbing the corporate ladder. As an Asian-American woman in a male-dominated industry, Michelle Wong shares her incredible journey, offering insights into the challenges she faced and the skills she developed to navigate her professional landscape. Join us as she spills the tea on her experiences while staying true t...

Teamwork makes the dream work! The twins chat with the Novack sisters, another talented sister duo who have been working together for the past 13 years. Both clinical social workers, they are at the forefront of integrating movement and various art forms into their therapy sessions. They offer a glimpse into the struggles today's youth face regarding mental health and discuss some of the root...

In an effort to better understand some of the observed shifts in the way in which young people are connecting and creating relationships, Nell and Laine invite two Gen Z chicas to the pod; Double Trouble's social media intern and Laine's right hand woman, AKA her family babysitter! They share their experiences in navigating social and romantic lives nowadays. This honest discussion, rich...

By popular demand, Therese, AKA Mom, is back on the pod. The ladies discuss the complicated position of the sandwich generation: having young children and aging parents. Therese reflects on her time in that position and shares her own philosophy and the steps she is taking in her older age to protect her daughters from unnecessary burdens. This discussion is a refreshing and honest approach to top...

Nell and Laine interview an executive functioning coach who works on the front line with today's school aged children and literally sees it all. They discuss the focus of her work, which is helping kids and teens develop the skills to survive the demanding education system along with their complicated extra curricular schedules. They touch on the pitfalls of our society's high-acheiving...

Dermatologist, Dr. Rubenstein, is on the pod today providing Nell and Laine with one of their most dynamic interviews to date! Dr. Rubenstein generously provides technical knowledge (and unmatched candor) to many of our questions, which often root from the pedestrian standpoint . She also discusses the trends she's seen over the years, the current movement towards looking more natural, and mo...

In this episode, Laine and Nell get vulnerable and delve into the intricate world of twin relationships with Dr. Joan Friedman, a psychologist and twin specialist. Dr. Friedman, an identical twin herself and mother to fraternal twins, helps us go deep by addressing the cultural perception of twins and discussing the concept of the 'twin mystique,' the societal fascination with twins, and...

Nell and Laine start season 2 off with their classic banter and catch up on their latest and greatest troubles like neighborhood mom patrol gone wrong, organizing group chats and mom sports talk. They also give us some previews into the guests and topics they'll cover in season 2 of Double Trouble as they lean into their life stage and go deeper into the layers of motherhood and womanhood in...

This episode takes us through a re-cap of the season and the girls discuss how they grew throughout the season along with their joys and challenges of collaborating again after years of being on independent journeys. They also tease us with what’s to come next season.  Send us Fan Mail Website , Instagram ,  NOWish Playlist , THEN Playlist

Nell and Laine open up their shared notes document from the last 2 weeks to discuss topics like morning and bedtime routines and the lack thereof. They evolve into the the topic of the importance of executive functioning skills and our struggles as parents attempting to instill responsibility. Oh, and a quick debrief of a girls trip to NYC and the way things have changed since their 20’s. Lastly,...

Double Trouble goes on a deep dive with Suzanne Warye, the thought provoking digital creator and renegade behind the The Sober Mom Life podcast. She takes us through her journey—from motherhood, to professional life, and most profoundly, her decision to become spontaneously sober. She shares the ways in which this simple decision has changed her life, changed her inner dialogue, and ultimately, ha...

The girls discuss their experiences and observations in regard to beauty standards, particularly as women who have arrived to the decade of their 40’s. They speak honestly and openly about their evolving opinions and considerations as they continue to “grow up”. Nell and Laine also explore the implications of interventions being marketed more towards younger generations, with some targeting indivi...

The interview that Barbara Walters never snagged! Nell & Laine dive deep into the stories and culture of the Airline business through the years, interviewing 50 year career Flight Attendant, Therese Curtis. From carving roasts in the aisle, to uniform requirements & weigh ins, all the way to the current reality of packaged foods and employee buyouts. This interview is shocking and nostalgi...

Nell and Laine chat about some of the challenges we face when it comes to technology and devices. Firstly, in adult life, and secondly, with the next generation. The girls touch on the tough balance between convenience, safety, and also, over-monitoring when it comes to children and devices. When there is no clear right or wrong approach to tech in the fam, it’s even harder to discern what is too...

Three words; Rachel Lynn Chicago. Double Trouble’s first official interview is with the ever talented and visionary female entrepreneur, Rachel Leykind. Rachel is the creator, designer, and founder behind two multimillion dollar jewelry brands; Rachel Lynn Chicago and Rachel Lynn by Corri Lynn. We go way back, as Rachel shares, publicly for the first time, the story of the inception of both of her...

Laine and Nell dive into the challenges of adult friendships, reflecting on their experiences of both gaining and losing friends. They discuss the two main reasons for friendship loss—either a slow fizzle or a series of traumatic events. The hosts highlight the changing dynamics of relationships as life evolves, touching on the impact of kids, career shifts, and relocations. The podcast explores t...

Hey there,! 🌸✨ Double Trouble is making its grand entrance, and we can't wait to share the journey with you! Meet Nell & Laine, your new favorite identical twins! 💕 Come join us as we spill the tea on growing up as twins in a world, at a time, and within a family that didn't exactly shout 'individualism.' We're getting real about the ups and downs, and how our perso...

Welcome to Double Trouble podcast, hosted by identical twins, Nell and Laine. Living 2,000 miles apart in distinctively different cities and cultures; San Juan, Puerto Rico and Chicago, Illinois. Nell and Laine have been continuously surprised at life’s shared themes, commonalities and challenges.  Join us as we navigate  and explore the balance between raising the next generation while continuing...