<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1998324/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a>Swimsuit season brings out everyone’s opinions, insecurities, and oddly strong preferences, so we finally say the quiet parts out loud. We talk through what we actually wear to the pool and beach, why a bikini can feel like a full-time sunscreen job, and why cover-ups, linen pants, and rash guards sometimes do more for our confidence than any “perfect” suit ever could. If you’ve been hunting for real-world swimwear advice, we get into one-piece vs two-piece vs tankini, support and fit, and how the UV index somehow becomes the main character of family vacations. Then we take a left turn into the best kind of chaos: the basket-shaped Longaberger building in Ohio, paying “line sitters” to wait in TSA, and an ice cream dessert at Yankee Stadium that looks exactly like a chicken drumstick. We also try to wrap our heads around a theft of 400,000 European Kit Kats, because where would you even put them, and how would you sell them when everything is barcoded? Somewhere in the middle, we realize we need a refresher on space travel too, including what the International Space Station is and why people are suddenly talking about the moon again. We also share a little swimsuit history that’s wilder than you’d think, from heavy old bathing gowns to the moment the bikini got its name from Bikini Atoll and the idea of an “atomic” fashion impact. We close with our weekly highs and lows, including a broken elbow update, a small moment of not speaking up when we should have, and the joy of finding a show we can actually watch with our kids without stress. Subscribe so you don’t miss what we’re talking about next, share this with a friend who’s packing for spring break, and leave a review if our swimwear real talk made you feel a little more normal.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.haggertycars.com">Mike Haggerty Buick GMC</a> Right on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd &amp; Cicero &amp; tell them the Noras sent you! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1998324/fan_mail/new"&gt;Send us Fan Mail&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Swimsuit season brings out everyone’s opinions, insecurities, and oddly strong preferences, so we finally say the quiet parts out loud. We talk through what we actually wear to the pool and beach, why a bikini can feel like a full-time sunscreen job, and why cover-ups, linen pants, and rash guards sometimes do more for our confidence than any “perfect” suit ever could. If you’ve been hunting for real-world swimwear advice, we get into one-piece vs two-piece vs tankini, support and fit, and how the UV index somehow becomes the main character of family vacations.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Then we take a left turn into the best kind of chaos: the basket-shaped Longaberger building in Ohio, paying “line sitters” to wait in TSA, and an ice cream dessert at Yankee Stadium that looks exactly like a chicken drumstick. We also try to wrap our heads around a theft of 400,000 European Kit Kats, because where would you even put them, and how would you sell them when everything is barcoded? Somewhere in the middle, we realize we need a refresher on space travel too, including what the International Space Station is and why people are suddenly talking about the moon again.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We also share a little swimsuit history that’s wilder than you’d think, from heavy old bathing gowns to the moment the bikini got its name from Bikini Atoll and the idea of an “atomic” fashion impact. We close with our weekly highs and lows, including a broken elbow update, a small moment of not speaking up when we should have, and the joy of finding a show we can actually watch with our kids without stress.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Subscribe so you don’t miss what we’re talking about next, share this with a friend who’s packing for spring break, and leave a review if our swimwear real talk made you feel a little more normal.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.haggertycars.com"&gt;Mike Haggerty Buick GMC&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;Right on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd &amp;amp; Cicero &amp;amp; tell them the Noras sent you!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;</description>

Send us Fan Mail Swimsuit season brings out everyone’s opinions, insecurities, and oddly strong preferences, so we finally say the quiet parts out loud. We talk through what we actually wear to the pool and beach, why a bikini can feel like a full-time sunscreen job, and why cover-ups, linen pants, and rash guards sometimes do more for our confidence than any “perfect” suit ever could. If you’ve been hunting for real-world swimwear advice, we get into one-piece vs two-piece vs tankini, suppor...

Swimsuits and Spacesuits

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1998324/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a>Coffins, AirPods, TSA, rom-com reboots, and baskets: we know, it sounds impossible to connect, but that’s exactly the fun. We kick things off with real-life catch-up, then stumble into a genuinely startling wellness trend from Japan called coffin laying, a meditation practice meant to sharpen your “gaze at life” by getting closer to the idea of death. It sparks a bigger question about what self-care is supposed to feel like, and where your personal hard lines are. From there, we go full modern-life mode: sleep routines with noise-canceling earbuds, the very real choking-hazard moment of waking up with AirPods in your mouth, and the small tech annoyances that somehow become part of daily survival. Spring break travel brings up TSA lines and airport stress, and we react to the airline comfort arms race, including United’s plan to let passengers buy a whole row and turn it into a mattress-like setup. We also squeeze in a pop culture check on the 13 Going On 30 reboot rumor and when nostalgia crosses into “please don’t remake that.” Then we settle into our main theme: baskets, not caskets. We trace Easter baskets back through spring equinox traditions, old symbols like hares and eggs, and how those stories shape what we still do with our kids today. We talk practical family traditions, why traveling makes holiday routines weird, and how switching to paintable plastic eggs can save your sanity. We also get into bike baskets, toy storage, gift baskets, Longaberger basket nostalgia, and the surprisingly dark (and likely mythic) origin of the phrase “basket case.” We wrap with a classic high-low, including a maddening Samsung beverage center pitcher fail and the peace that comes from decluttering and a quiet moment to yourself. If you enjoyed the ride, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find us.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.haggertycars.com">Mike Haggerty Buick GMC</a> Right on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd &amp; Cicero &amp; tell them the Noras sent you! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1998324/fan_mail/new"&gt;Send us Fan Mail&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Coffins, AirPods, TSA, rom-com reboots, and baskets: we know, it sounds impossible to connect, but that’s exactly the fun. We kick things off with real-life catch-up, then stumble into a genuinely startling wellness trend from Japan called coffin laying, a meditation practice meant to sharpen your “gaze at life” by getting closer to the idea of death. It sparks a bigger question about what self-care is supposed to feel like, and where your personal hard lines are.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;From there, we go full modern-life mode: sleep routines with noise-canceling earbuds, the very real choking-hazard moment of waking up with AirPods in your mouth, and the small tech annoyances that somehow become part of daily survival. Spring break travel brings up TSA lines and airport stress, and we react to the airline comfort arms race, including United’s plan to let passengers buy a whole row and turn it into a mattress-like setup. We also squeeze in a pop culture check on the 13 Going On 30 reboot rumor and when nostalgia crosses into “please don’t remake that.”&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Then we settle into our main theme: baskets, not caskets. We trace Easter baskets back through spring equinox traditions, old symbols like hares and eggs, and how those stories shape what we still do with our kids today. We talk practical family traditions, why traveling makes holiday routines weird, and how switching to paintable plastic eggs can save your sanity. We also get into bike baskets, toy storage, gift baskets, Longaberger basket nostalgia, and the surprisingly dark (and likely mythic) origin of the phrase “basket case.” We wrap with a classic high-low, including a maddening Samsung beverage center pitcher fail and the peace that comes from decluttering and a quiet moment to yourself. If you enjoyed the ride, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find us.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.haggertycars.com"&gt;Mike Haggerty Buick GMC&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;Right on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd &amp;amp; Cicero &amp;amp; tell them the Noras sent you!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;</description>

Send us Fan Mail Coffins, AirPods, TSA, rom-com reboots, and baskets: we know, it sounds impossible to connect, but that’s exactly the fun. We kick things off with real-life catch-up, then stumble into a genuinely startling wellness trend from Japan called coffin laying, a meditation practice meant to sharpen your “gaze at life” by getting closer to the idea of death. It sparks a bigger question about what self-care is supposed to feel like, and where your personal hard lines are.  From there...

A Tisket, A Tasket, An Episode About Baskets

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1998324/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a>A lot of businesses claim they’re built on community. Dee Dee Saracco actually proves it, one tray of stuffed shells at a time. We sit down in her gorgeous new event space for a Nightcap With The Noras and talk about the real work behind a successful catering business, from parish life and early fundraising dinners to feeding packed schedules and building a brand people genuinely want to support. Dee Dee shares the moment her side hustle turns into a full-time leap, how her family’s cooking culture shapes the menu, and why “Gravy Lady” isn’t just a cute nickname. We get into the less glamorous parts too: shared kitchen headaches, the growing pains of scaling, and the operational systems that prevent mistakes when orders get complex. Her partnership with Ann is a masterclass in moving from handwritten chaos to digital processes that free up time for creativity and customer care. If you’re planning a baby shower, bridal shower, first communion, book club night, or any at-home party, Dee Dee’s advice is gold: start with headcount, avoid endless last-minute changes, and stop white-knuckling hosting. Her best tip is also the simplest one: hire a server so you can actually enjoy your own home, your guests, and your food. Listen now, then subscribe, share this with your favorite host, and leave a review so more people can find the show.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.haggertycars.com">Mike Haggerty Buick GMC</a> Right on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd &amp; Cicero &amp; tell them the Noras sent you! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1998324/fan_mail/new"&gt;Send us Fan Mail&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A lot of businesses claim they’re built on community. Dee Dee Saracco actually proves it, one tray of stuffed shells at a time. We sit down in her gorgeous new event space for a Nightcap With The Noras and talk about the real work behind a successful catering business, from parish life and early fundraising dinners to feeding packed schedules and building a brand people genuinely want to support.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Dee Dee shares the moment her side hustle turns into a full-time leap, how her family’s cooking culture shapes the menu, and why “Gravy Lady” isn’t just a cute nickname. We get into the less glamorous parts too: shared kitchen headaches, the growing pains of scaling, and the operational systems that prevent mistakes when orders get complex. Her partnership with Ann is a masterclass in moving from handwritten chaos to digital processes that free up time for creativity and customer care.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;If you’re planning a baby shower, bridal shower, first communion, book club night, or any at-home party, Dee Dee’s advice is gold: start with headcount, avoid endless last-minute changes, and stop white-knuckling hosting. Her best tip is also the simplest one: hire a server so you can actually enjoy your own home, your guests, and your food.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Listen now, then subscribe, share this with your favorite host, and leave a review so more people can find the show.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.haggertycars.com"&gt;Mike Haggerty Buick GMC&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;Right on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd &amp;amp; Cicero &amp;amp; tell them the Noras sent you!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;</description>

Send us Fan Mail A lot of businesses claim they’re built on community. Dee Dee Saracco actually proves it, one tray of stuffed shells at a time. We sit down in her gorgeous new event space for a Nightcap With The Noras and talk about the real work behind a successful catering business, from parish life and early fundraising dinners to feeding packed schedules and building a brand people genuinely want to support.  Dee Dee shares the moment her side hustle turns into a full-time leap, how her ...

Night Cap with the Noras and our Guest Dee Dee Saracco

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1998324/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a>A $100 hot dog topped with caviar and gold flakes should taste like magic, right? We dig into why viral “luxury food” often lands like a regular snack, and how the internet turns menu stunts into must-click culture. From there, we zoom out into the bigger question behind the joke: when does food stop being food and start becoming performance art, and who’s paying the price for it? We also talk about restaurant prestige and the messy ethics that can sit behind it, including the Noma chatter and what it means when young chefs tolerate toxic kitchens for a resume line. Then we lighten it up with wellness trends that feel suspiciously familiar, like Viking-style retreats built on cold plunges, saunas, communal meals, and “nature as a gym” aka camp with better marketing. Finally, we get literal about “apps” and go both directions: appetizers (hors d’oeuvres vs first course, shareable starters we love, and why we’re picky about boards) and applications (the early days of Snake, today’s most-downloaded apps, how to check Screen Time, and when a website still beats an app). We wrap with our highs and lows, including roof leaks, weird prop problems, Nora shoes, and the joy of going home and feeling like a daughter again. If you laughed, cringed, or strongly disagreed with us, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.haggertycars.com">Mike Haggerty Buick GMC</a> Right on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd &amp; Cicero &amp; tell them the Noras sent you! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1998324/fan_mail/new"&gt;Send us Fan Mail&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A $100 hot dog topped with caviar and gold flakes should taste like magic, right? We dig into why viral “luxury food” often lands like a regular snack, and how the internet turns menu stunts into must-click culture. From there, we zoom out into the bigger question behind the joke: when does food stop being food and start becoming performance art, and who’s paying the price for it?&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We also talk about restaurant prestige and the messy ethics that can sit behind it, including the Noma chatter and what it means when young chefs tolerate toxic kitchens for a resume line. Then we lighten it up with wellness trends that feel suspiciously familiar, like Viking-style retreats built on cold plunges, saunas, communal meals, and “nature as a gym” aka camp with better marketing.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Finally, we get literal about “apps” and go both directions: appetizers (hors d’oeuvres vs first course, shareable starters we love, and why we’re picky about boards) and applications (the early days of Snake, today’s most-downloaded apps, how to check Screen Time, and when a website still beats an app). We wrap with our highs and lows, including roof leaks, weird prop problems, Nora shoes, and the joy of going home and feeling like a daughter again. If you laughed, cringed, or strongly disagreed with us, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.haggertycars.com"&gt;Mike Haggerty Buick GMC&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;Right on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd &amp;amp; Cicero &amp;amp; tell them the Noras sent you!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;</description>

Send us Fan Mail A $100 hot dog topped with caviar and gold flakes should taste like magic, right? We dig into why viral “luxury food” often lands like a regular snack, and how the internet turns menu stunts into must-click culture. From there, we zoom out into the bigger question behind the joke: when does food stop being food and start becoming performance art, and who’s paying the price for it?  We also talk about restaurant prestige and the messy ethics that can sit behind it, including t...

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<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1998324/fan_mail/new">Send us Fan Mail</a>Ever notice how the smallest rituals shape a whole week? We start with pancakes and land in a smart tour of everyday choices that actually move the needle: strength training as metabolic armor, sunscreen that matters even by a window, and flossing that quietly adds years. Along the way we celebrate two back‑to‑back school galas—one a joyous dance party, the other a sleek cocktail vibe—and talk about how inclusive games like Plinko and raffles make fundraising feel welcoming instead of exclusive. The conversation then shifts to the heart: a brief Sesame Street segment where Andrew Garfield talks grief with Elmo, and why clear, gentle language helps both kids and adults. We test our attention with a New York Times 10‑minute art challenge, slowing down long enough to notice hidden initials and layered patterns in Klimt’s Woman in Gold. That practice of deliberate focus pairs with a story of radical longevity: an 82‑year‑old ultrarunner sporting a 20‑year‑old’s VO2 max and a 3:39 marathon, proof that late starts and steady habits still rewrite limits. Then we open the word “showers” from two sides. First, bathing: a quirky history from waterfalls to hand‑pumped recirculators, plus real‑world routines, hot vs cold debates, post‑workout cooldowns, and the towel systems that keep laundry from taking over your life. Second, celebrations: baby and bridal showers in a world where many couples already live together. We swap stories on registries, diaper raffles, and why a simple luncheon with a thoughtful basket sometimes beats a performative party. We wrap with highs and lows—from community wins to a mudroom makeover that de‑clutters the kitchen—and an invitation to choose presence over autopilot. If this mix of warmth, wellness, and real life made you smile, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick rating or review to help others find us.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.haggertycars.com">Mike Haggerty Buick GMC</a> Right on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd &amp; Cicero &amp; tell them the Noras sent you! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1998324/fan_mail/new"&gt;Send us Fan Mail&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Ever notice how the smallest rituals shape a whole week? We start with pancakes and land in a smart tour of everyday choices that actually move the needle: strength training as metabolic armor, sunscreen that matters even by a window, and flossing that quietly adds years. Along the way we celebrate two back‑to‑back school galas—one a joyous dance party, the other a sleek cocktail vibe—and talk about how inclusive games like Plinko and raffles make fundraising feel welcoming instead of exclusive.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The conversation then shifts to the heart: a brief Sesame Street segment where Andrew Garfield talks grief with Elmo, and why clear, gentle language helps both kids and adults. We test our attention with a New York Times 10‑minute art challenge, slowing down long enough to notice hidden initials and layered patterns in Klimt’s Woman in Gold. That practice of deliberate focus pairs with a story of radical longevity: an 82‑year‑old ultrarunner sporting a 20‑year‑old’s VO2 max and a 3:39 marathon, proof that late starts and steady habits still rewrite limits.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Then we open the word “showers” from two sides. First, bathing: a quirky history from waterfalls to hand‑pumped recirculators, plus real‑world routines, hot vs cold debates, post‑workout cooldowns, and the towel systems that keep laundry from taking over your life. Second, celebrations: baby and bridal showers in a world where many couples already live together. We swap stories on registries, diaper raffles, and why a simple luncheon with a thoughtful basket sometimes beats a performative party. We wrap with highs and lows—from community wins to a mudroom makeover that de‑clutters the kitchen—and an invitation to choose presence over autopilot.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;If this mix of warmth, wellness, and real life made you smile, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick rating or review to help others find us.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.haggertycars.com"&gt;Mike Haggerty Buick GMC&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;Right on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd &amp;amp; Cicero &amp;amp; tell them the Noras sent you!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;</description>

Send us Fan Mail Ever notice how the smallest rituals shape a whole week? We start with pancakes and land in a smart tour of everyday choices that actually move the needle: strength training as metabolic armor, sunscreen that matters even by a window, and flossing that quietly adds years. Along the way we celebrate two back‑to‑back school galas—one a joyous dance party, the other a sleek cocktail vibe—and talk about how inclusive games like Plinko and raffles make fundraising feel welcoming i...

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Oh hello! We’re Nora and Nora and we’re glad you’re here!&nbsp;From parenting and local faves to current trends and recipes, we are two Noras discussing it all with a whole lot of laughter along the way. As we raise our families in the west suburbs of Chicago we invite you to listen weekly as we dish about all the highs and lows and ridiculous amount of tomfoolery that ensue on this journey. Follow us wherever you get your podcasts as we check out new local spots, interview all sorts of interesting people, and catch up with each other! It’s like inviting two friends over to visit and catch up with without all the hassle of getting ready for company. Leave the entertaining to us and be sure to tune in for a new episode each Monday.

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