House Business

Most people think planning group trips or celebrations is complicated, frustrating, and full of awkward conversations. What if there was a way to streamline the chaos and bring everyone into the decision-making process seamlessly? In this episode of House Business, Nicole pitches Marc on an innovative concept inspired by conversations from previous episodes. Nicole and Marc break down the idea wit...

Marc introduces a business idea built around making a routine errand more entertaining and more profitable by giving people something to do while they wait. The concept came to him around the idea of how far you can take a $20 bill. Nicole helps push the concept forward with practical questions and playful pushback, and together they explore how boredom, convenience, and spending habits could inte...

This episode has all the right ingredients: summer energy, a little chaos, and a business idea that finally answers the question, “What supp?” Drawing on years of perfecting her own morning supplement routine, Nicole pitches Marc on a concept inspired by her daily quest for the ideal blend of energy, convenience, and wellness. From early-morning starts to hectic business travel, she knows exactly...

In this episode, Marc pitches Nicole on a business idea inspired by the challenges of everyday social interactions. Drawing parallels to resistance training, the concept offers a fresh and intriguing approach to easing the anxiety that often comes with small talk and meeting new people. From Irish shepherds and sheepdogs to a banned TikTok baby account, the conversation takes plenty of unexpected...

In this episode, Nicole and Marc explore a concept aimed at transforming a traditional industry with modern technology. They discuss the potential benefits and challenges of introducing innovation into a space that often resists change, emphasizing the balance between respecting traditions and embracing new possibilities. Nicole also gets a laugh at how uncomfortable this concept made Marc. They d...

In this episode of House Business, Nicole and Marc explore a business concept centered around after-work social scenes. If you’ve ever spent more time deciding where to go than actually enjoying your night out, this episode will hit home. The conversation dives into technology, consumer habits, and hospitality trends, along with some lighter talk about travel, concerts, and Marc's not-so-secret ho...

This week on House Business , Nicole shares a business idea she discovered while traveling on a solo trip to Ibiza. What seems like a niche concept at first leads to a broader discussion about where the idea could work, who would actually use it, and whether there’s a real market for it in the U.S. Throughout the episode, Nicole and Marc break down the practical side of the concept. From payment s...

Get to know your hosts, Nicole and Marc, as they share their backgrounds, personalities, and the story of how they first met. While earning their MSL degrees at Northwestern Law School, the two quickly discovered a shared passion for thoughtful conversation, engaging ideas, and spirited debates that started almost from day one. In this introductory episode, Nicole and Marc pull back the curtain on...