Two Noras and a Mic

Send us Fan Mail Join Nora and Nora as they chuckle over a tale of two Florida kids who embarked on a 200-mile joyride after their tech was confiscated. In a surprising twist, we'll also explore California's latest health move — a ban on four food additives in pre-packaged baked goods and gummy treats by 2027.  In a nostalgic leap through time, we revisit our childhood homes, remembering...

Send us Fan Mail Emerson said, “The earth laughs in flowers.” and the Noras start this episode with lots of laughs! Before getting to the main topic of flowers, they make some corrections about last week's  porta potty story. Oh, did you know that the Super Bowl halftime show is featuring Usher this year?  Love is a many-splendoured thing, they say, and we  take some time to delve into the co...

Send us Fan Mail Fall is here and Nora and Nora are here to talk about it. After a few lingering candy items to discuss, the Noras let you know that they will be on the Cover of Greet Western Springs! And don't worry if you don't live in Western Springs and don't get the magazine, the Noras will recap it all for you. Nora also shares some great advice to live by: If your phone falls...

Send us Fan Mail This episode, just like a Snickers, satisfies! From Smarties to Take 5, the Noras cover it all. The also do a quick recall of the lasting effects of the Enneagram results, the value in a solo lunch, and did you hear that "Ear Hustling" is the new evesdrop? Also, one Nora can't contain herself that N'Sync is reuniting! So grab some of your favorite candy and set...

Send us Fan Mail Anyone for a Enneagram? I know you thought that both Noras were perfect tens, but turns out one Nora is a 7 and the other Nora is a 9! The delightful and insightful Culture Coach Lindsay Bailey gives us brief overview of Enneagrams and how they can help you use all the parts of your personality. She guides Nora and Nora through there results giving some insight as to why they are...

Send us Fan Mail In honor of Grandparents Day, Nora and Nora chat about what made their grandparents special and of course what makes their parents special grandparents too! They also talk blimps, family reunions, lower back tattoos, salamanders (again), and candy corn! 

Send us Fan Mail This week the Nora's stick to the weather...well you know they don't totally stick to the topic, but they do their best! Nora had to share about the skunk that woke her up and the other Nora was excited to tell about Meg Ryan's return to the big screen in a new Rom-Com! Do you like it hot and sunny or are you a pluviophile like Nora & Nora? Or perhaps like an 8t...

Send us Fan Mail What's in a name? Romeo may have tried to argue that a name is irrevelant, but the Nora's beg to differ! They talk their names, their alter egos, baby names, and self-given nick names. They also do a brief recap of their church's festival, back to school, "Girl Dinners", and Nora learns a valuable lesson when texting with her landscaper.

Send us Fan Mail Ahhhh...sit back and relax as the Noras discuss what they just can't muster up the energy to take care off. Find out what they are lazy about and on the flip slide where they shine. They also find time to sprinkle in some chat about fall trends and what to do about droopy flowers. 

Send us Fan Mail Which Nora spent the weekend at the Zac Brown Band Concert and the Football Hall of Fame and which Nora went to 3 museums, 2 broadway musicals, and 1 baseball game? If you are a regular listener, it isn't too hard to guess! The Noras record a long distance episode and take the time to catch up on what they've done while Nora's been away. They talk about National Boo...

Send us Fan Mail This week's episode is all about reading! The Noras talk about what they read (or didn't read) as kids, what the read now, and what they read to their kids. And it's not just books! Nora (who has a certification in teaching reading) reminds us that reading anything is good...magazines, newspapers, plays, graphic novels! They cover all the bases and also start the ep...

Send us Fan Mail We are back up and running! No re-recordings necessary this week! The Noras get caught up but first they talk about their joint family visit to SLOO-MOO! The one and only slime museum in Chicago did not disappoint and Nora and Nora give you all the delightfully slimey details. Nora also talks about her jaunt over to the Mascot Museum then Nora shares the details of the final NYC B...

Send us Fan Mail Oh man! Technology has not been in Nora's favor and this episode about disasters has been a disaster! Third time's a charm and we are finally getting this version out to you...which is definitely the best one. We promise! Enjoy because it's been a doozy! 

Send us Fan Mail As Marilyn Monroe said, “Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world.” Nora and Nora discus all aspects of shoes from heel to toe! History of shoes, kids shoes, bronzed shoes, memorable pairs of their own shoes, and some super cool high end sneakers everyone should check out Novellas ! They also pour themselves a glass of their fourth and final summer sip from The Hi...

Send us Fan Mail After some technical difficulties, Nora and Nora bring to you some of their favorite summer memories of growing up. They talk summer eating habits, vacations, mix tapes, camps, watermelon, the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, and of course 4th of July. Get your glasses ready for their 3rd "Summer Sip" a sneaky chardonnay, Sea Sun! Another crisp and delish pick from...

Send us Fan Mail Wow! Nora and Nora get to interview author Annabel Monaghan...for the second time! This time they are talking about her new book, 'Same Time Next Summer'. It is the perfect summer beach read and Annabel is the perfect guest. Nora and Nora also sample another sample summer sip, Summer Water Rose, from the Hinsdale Wine shop and it just so happens to pair perfectly with An...

Send us Fan Mail Grab a glass of your favorite drink, the Noras are run thru an entire encyclopedia of beverages! From Quick to Five Alive and Beer to High Noons they have everything covered. They end the episode with two special guests close to their hearts...their husbands! The four of them taste a delicious Sancerre Savigion Blanc, Domaine Ines Lauverjat while dicussing their weekly Highs and L...

Send us Fan Mail Nora and Nora break the mold and record this episode way past Nora's bedtime! After getting caught up on the start of their summers, they talk about their favorite toys growing up. And can you guess which Nora has something in common with Ricky Schroeder and which Nora is way jealous!? They also talk about the toys they loved... and loathed for their own kids. They end things...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Father's Day to all the Dad out there! Nora and Nora go straight to the source and interview their Dads about what it's like being a dad to a Nora. Tune in to find out which Nora was called annoying by a nun and which Nora ran with splinters in her arm. Oh...and can  you guess which Nora had to be picked up from a police station? Also, Nora and Nora kick things off...

Send us Fan Mail Buckle up for Season 2 Nora fans, the Noras are ready to go. This is an episode primarily about graduations and the hoopla that goes along with it, but you can be sure that there are some other interesting tidbits sprinkled in for fun. Nora shares an amazing story about an Australian woman surviving in the Outback on candy and wine. The other Nora shares an interesting trend in th...

Send us Fan Mail Everyone is invited to join us in celebrating our Podcast turning 1 year old! We put a cap on Season 1 by looking back at our favorite episodes, ads, and experiences. We also talk about what we've learned and how we do this every week. Of course we have lots of thank yous to the people who have helped make this happen too. And as a birthday gift to our listeners, Nora shares...

Send us Fan Mail It's National Paloma Day! And in between two fits-o-laughing, Nora and Nora discuss many topics besides their main theme of communication and keeping in touch. They discuss Martha Stewart's recent Sports Illustrated cover. "Chunkosaurus" in the Chicago River, Air Pod troubles, and cracked windshields. 

Send us Fan Mail Both Noras love music so there was lots to talk about in this episode! They talk about their music influences, favorite kinds of music, first CDs, music lessons and much more! Nora shares some scientific facts about why we seem to remember music so well from high school and Nora shares some other music fun facts. Speaking of fun facts, tune in to find out which Nora is a bread bow...

Send us Fan Mail It's that special time of year where we get celebrate Moms and you guessed it, Nora & Nora talk about their lives as Moms and of course their own Moms who definitely rank as top two best moms of all time! Happy Mother's Day!

Send us Fan Mail Before getting to this week's topic, Nora and Nora had to recap Nora's quick trip to Scottsdale to say goodbye to a friend and the other Nora recaps her daughter's amazing Birthday Party at Dipsy Dessert! As promised, this epidsode has plenty of girl talk...mostly about the girls. Bras vs no bras?  They discuss the "Free the Nipple" Movement and all angles...