The Northwest Nerd & Southern Belle

Struggling with figuring out your colors — literally? You’re not alone. Turns out, there's a whole world of color theory, consultant services, and surprising truths about what shades make us look alive or like we just survived a flu season. Spoiler alert: rust is not your best friend, and black isn’t always slimming—who knew? In this episode, we dive into the hilarious chaos of discovering your pe...

Most of us underestimate the power of tiny shifts—and in this episode, The Nerd & Belle reveal how embracing just a few unexpected trends could transform your 2026. From decoding viral Pinterest predictions to debunking the wildest aesthetic crazes, they show you why trusting your instincts beats hype every time. Ever wondered if a splash of muted color or a daring new scent ritual could eleva...

The Belle recounts the tale of her Kappa reunion to the general bewilderment and education of the Nerd.

If anyone is counting there was more than a 6-month lapse in episodes of our much-anticipated podcast. We'd like to point out that we nailed our Dilly Dally summer and both the friendship and podcast survived.

Getting back at it feels so good, and we're on a roll. Join us for a random, funny episode where we discuss a little bit of this and that...skincare don't care, "we do not care club," summer bathing suits and making friends with influencers at waterparks, and how awesome it is being in our mid 40's.  Let's not underestimate The Belle.  We play a rousing game of "Yay or Nay" and we get fired up abo...

The Belle had an eventful fall. On this episode of the pod, The Nerd and Belle update the listeners on The Belle's wild plans for an unconventional wedding. So unconventional, the groom didn't even know about it. In typical Belle fashion, she pulled it off despite some adversity and tied the knot to the love of her life.  Get all the deets here.

We bet you thought you'd never hear from us again....well, we're back, but not without some bumps and bruises.  Last summer (2024) The Nerd (Rachael) was in the thick of treatment for breast cancer. She was diagnosed in March and got the full meal deal of treatment until she finally made it through and treatment ended in February of 2025. She felt so bad to drop the ball on the Belle and the podca...

Happy Birthday to the Nerd! The Nerd is doing her best with Lent and The Belle is trying to find her best ministry: a pumpkin ministry, a Beyonce birthday ministry...and The Nerd is freeing her from all of them.

Who loves a good story? The Belle got drug tested and lives to tell. 

The Nerd interviews her friend, business partner, and author Jodi Cowles to discuss books, Jodi's recent projects, and the plight of the unknown author. 

The Belle gives her best lipstick beauty secret before the Nerd & Belle dive into discussing uncomfortable, tricky social situations and their proper solutions. 

The Nerd & Belle round up a funny series of topics going deep about the difference between guilty pleasures and self indulgences. 

The Nerd & Belle chat with their friend Branon Janous about life, death, solo parenting, and friendship. 

The Nerd & Belle discuss their goals for 2024. Some are achievable, some most likely are not. You be the judge to see what these friends can--and cannot--accomplish in the coming year. 

Jingle all the way to the tree farm, mountains, or....Home Depot as the Nerd & Belle breakdown Christmas.

The Nerd interviews author Rose Booth about her new book, Dancing in the Valley.

The Belle has a hot-off-the-press story to tell about her dog, Frank (named after Benjamin Franklin) and The Nerd wants to talk about recycling. This is as real as it gets.

The Belle can't believe the nasty garbage The Nerd climbs through to remodel and flip a house. Listen in for all the gory details. 

The Nerd & Belle invent their own fun and play a game guessing random state laws still in place today.

The Nerd & Belle discuss style: the standards, comfort, and colors. What was meant to be a conversation about how to help the Nerd's lack of style becomes a deeper conversation about unrealistic beauty standards, The Nerd's deep love of comfort, and the Belle's effortless choice of clothing and colors. 

How are the Nerd & Belle feeling about controversial topics like self-checkout and piercings? Determine your own policies on these important issues with The Northwest Nerd & Southern Belle. 

The Nerd & Belle discuss the tradition and oddity of Hallmark anniversaries and what gifts are good and which ones to avoid. 

The Nerd comes face-to-face with her prejudice against sororities. The Belle graciously entertains the conversation and educates The Nerd about the history, tradition, and charm of sororities and together they evaluate if The Nerd would have a shot at making it into a sorority. Is there a Birkenstock-wearing, book-loving, early-to-bed sorority for geeks?

Football season is right around the corner and The Nerd and Belle want to make sure everyone is ready with their best football fashion. The two friends discuss getting dressed for football in the North and South and the distinct differences make for a great conversation. Culture influences getting ready for the game depending on where you live and The Nerd and Belle laugh their way through the exp...

The Nerd & Belle play a fun game to reconnect after missing out on so many years of friendship. In this game, the Belle grills the Nerd on a wide variety of topics--from casseroles to turtlenecks and everything in between. Is each item a "hooray" or a "no way" according to the Nerd & Belle? Hear the two friends weigh in and discuss the pros and cons of life's most pressing topics.