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Pillow Talk

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1998324/open_sms">Send us a text</a>A cozy robe, a household mystery, and a headline you can’t unsee set the tone for a wide-open conversation that lands right where our hearts live: the 90s and the art of patience. We start with unclaimed underpants in the guest room and a family group text that gets way too real, then veer into a &quot;chilling&quot; cautionary tale about a port-a-potty, the rule of hovering, and why some stories go instantly viral. From there we geek out on everyday tools—erasable pens, grip grooves, and why the right pen can make or break your to-do list—and dig into hair perfume, scent layering, and how teenagers turned fragrance into a hobby. Fresh air becomes a theme when we talk about “burping” the house, a simple German habit of opening windows to clear stale air that doubles as a reset ritual. That sparks a conversation about respect and labor inspired by a couple who hid 100 toy ducks to “test” their cleaner. We call for generosity with people and discipline with our environments, then pivot to a surprisingly wholesome craze: kids trading tiny acrylic animals with “CEOs,” money guys, and security staff guarding their playground empires. The second half turns full nostalgia. We remember 90s optimism, TRL, Pop-Up Video, AOL dial-up, answering machines, and regional fashion that existed before algorithms collapsed taste. We talk TV and rom-coms, mixtapes and burning CDs, the spontaneity of walking into whatever movie started next, and how patience shaped who we are. Along the way, you’ll hear our highs and lows—disintegrating boots, a sick but recovering pup, the bliss of a long-overdue haircut—and a quiet defense of paper lists, planners, and the small tools that keep us grounded. If 90s culture, everyday productivity, and warm, funny storytelling are your jam, hit play, subscribe, and leave a review with your most vivid 90s memory. What would you bring back: the mixtapes, the answering machine, or the patience?<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/twilio/text_messages/1998324/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A cozy robe, a household mystery, and a headline you can’t unsee set the tone for a wide-open conversation that lands right where our hearts live: the 90s and the art of patience. We start with unclaimed underpants in the guest room and a family group text that gets way too real, then veer into a &amp;quot;chilling&amp;quot; cautionary tale about a port-a-potty, the rule of hovering, and why some stories go instantly viral. From there we geek out on everyday tools—erasable pens, grip grooves, and why the right pen can make or break your to-do list—and dig into hair perfume, scent layering, and how teenagers turned fragrance into a hobby.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Fresh air becomes a theme when we talk about “burping” the house, a simple German habit of opening windows to clear stale air that doubles as a reset ritual. That sparks a conversation about respect and labor inspired by a couple who hid 100 toy ducks to “test” their cleaner. We call for generosity with people and discipline with our environments, then pivot to a surprisingly wholesome craze: kids trading tiny acrylic animals with “CEOs,” money guys, and security staff guarding their playground empires.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The second half turns full nostalgia. We remember 90s optimism, TRL, Pop-Up Video, AOL dial-up, answering machines, and regional fashion that existed before algorithms collapsed taste. We talk TV and rom-coms, mixtapes and burning CDs, the spontaneity of walking into whatever movie started next, and how patience shaped who we are. Along the way, you’ll hear our highs and lows—disintegrating boots, a sick but recovering pup, the bliss of a long-overdue haircut—and a quiet defense of paper lists, planners, and the small tools that keep us grounded.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;If 90s culture, everyday productivity, and warm, funny storytelling are your jam, hit play, subscribe, and leave a review with your most vivid 90s memory. What would you bring back: the mixtapes, the answering machine, or the patience?&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 a text A cozy robe, a household mystery, and a headline you can’t unsee set the tone for a wide-open conversation that lands right where our hearts live: the 90s and the art of patience. We start with unclaimed underpants in the guest room and a family group text that gets way too real, then veer into a "chilling" cautionary tale about a port-a-potty, the rule of hovering, and why some stories go instantly viral. From there we geek out on everyday tools—erasable pens, grip grooves, an...

90s for the Win! 

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1998324/open_sms">Send us a text</a>We kick off by unpacking Denmark’s approved name lists and the cultural logic behind banned or protected names. It’s part language, part legacy, part gatekeeping. We share the odd, the sensible, and the eyebrow-raising examples. From there, we shift to a case that rattles any listener with a heartbeat: a young woman pronounced dead, later found alive at a funeral home. The term “Lazarus syndrome” surfaces as a legal defense, and we explore what’s rare but real, how errors unfold, and what accountability looks like when systems fail. We recalibrate with a list of America’s favorite franchise restaurant brands—sweet surprises and coffee-led loyalties included—and then dive headfirst into a taste test catastrophe. “Old hot dog dust” becomes the phrase of the day as a $1.99 bag of novelty chips teaches a harsh lesson about product development and common sense. Beauty talk follows with “slugging,” the petroleum jelly seal that promises glow while threatening pillowcases everywhere; we trade practical tips and harmless skepticism without the hype. Finally, we wade into pools: childhood swim teams, community pool realities, adult pool party etiquette, and the modern twist of renting private pools by the hour through Swimply. It’s equal parts nostalgia and negotiation—about safety, cleanliness, time, and what counts as summer joy. We wrap with personal highs and lows: a printer saga that turns into a small win, neighborly saves that make a week easier, and the pure delight of communion dress shopping. Hit play for a smart, warm, sometimes messy tour through the rules we live by, the risks we navigate, and the comforts we chase. If this episode made you think or laugh, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review—we read every one.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1998324/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We kick off by unpacking Denmark’s approved name lists and the cultural logic behind banned or protected names. It’s part language, part legacy, part gatekeeping. We share the odd, the sensible, and the eyebrow-raising examples. From there, we shift to a case that rattles any listener with a heartbeat: a young woman pronounced dead, later found alive at a funeral home. The term “Lazarus syndrome” surfaces as a legal defense, and we explore what’s rare but real, how errors unfold, and what accountability looks like when systems fail.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We recalibrate with a list of America’s favorite franchise restaurant brands—sweet surprises and coffee-led loyalties included—and then dive headfirst into a taste test catastrophe. “Old hot dog dust” becomes the phrase of the day as a $1.99 bag of novelty chips teaches a harsh lesson about product development and common sense. Beauty talk follows with “slugging,” the petroleum jelly seal that promises glow while threatening pillowcases everywhere; we trade practical tips and harmless skepticism without the hype. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Finally, we wade into pools: childhood swim teams, community pool realities, adult pool party etiquette, and the modern twist of renting private pools by the hour through Swimply. It’s equal parts nostalgia and negotiation—about safety, cleanliness, time, and what counts as summer joy.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We wrap with personal highs and lows: a printer saga that turns into a small win, neighborly saves that make a week easier, and the pure delight of communion dress shopping. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hit play for a smart, warm, sometimes messy tour through the rules we live by, the risks we navigate, and the comforts we chase. If this episode made you think or laugh, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review—we read every one.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text We kick off by unpacking Denmark’s approved name lists and the cultural logic behind banned or protected names. It’s part language, part legacy, part gatekeeping. We share the odd, the sensible, and the eyebrow-raising examples. From there, we shift to a case that rattles any listener with a heartbeat: a young woman pronounced dead, later found alive at a funeral home. The term “Lazarus syndrome” surfaces as a legal defense, and we explore what’s rare but real, how errors unfol...

Oodles of Pools and the most Disgusting Chip Ever

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1998324/open_sms">Send us a text</a>The kind of week where you fix a broken deodorant with sheer will, crawl back onto the Peloton, and somehow end up at a house party with caviar pie and pigs in blankets is exactly our tempo. We’re juggling four-kid calendars, long drives to the wrong gym, and those quiet late-night moments when a red eye and a to-do list won’t quit—and we still manage to squeeze in a laugh (or ten). We dive into everyday myths and trends that shape our lives more than we admit. SPF isn’t “hours of protection,” no matter what your sister says. A Florida baby named &quot;Six Seven&quot; sparks a real talk about names, identity, and how choices age. The Bears-Packers game delivers a live lesson in sportsmanship for our kids, reminding us that community often shows up when the score doesn’t. Then it’s style time: poet core gets a vote, turtlenecks earn side-eye, loafers get love, and the universal joy of dresses with pockets becomes nonnegotiable. We share fit hacks—adjustable straps for uneven shoulders—and that electric nostalgia of wedding and communion dresses, petticoats and all. Work culture is changing too. After-work happy hour is fading as hybrid schedules and sober curiosity rise, but mentorship and camaraderie don’t have to disappear. We talk better replacements—mocktails, coffee walks, bite-size gatherings that build trust without pressure. And yes, we go full foodie: Noma’s $1,500 LA pop-up and its free table for young hospitality pros, plus our own kitchen courage, trying a classic caviar pie and admitting what we liked. It’s comfort, curiosity, and a little chaos stitched together by humor, heart, and dresses that let us breathe. If this blend of real life, style smarts, and culture shifts hits home, tap follow, share with a friend who loves pockets, and drop a review to tell us your unexpected high this week.<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/twilio/text_messages/1998324/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The kind of week where you fix a broken deodorant with sheer will, crawl back onto the Peloton, and somehow end up at a house party with caviar pie and pigs in blankets is exactly our tempo. We’re juggling four-kid calendars, long drives to the wrong gym, and those quiet late-night moments when a red eye and a to-do list won’t quit—and we still manage to squeeze in a laugh (or ten).&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We dive into everyday myths and trends that shape our lives more than we admit. SPF isn’t “hours of protection,” no matter what your sister says. A Florida baby named &amp;quot;Six Seven&amp;quot; sparks a real talk about names, identity, and how choices age. The Bears-Packers game delivers a live lesson in sportsmanship for our kids, reminding us that community often shows up when the score doesn’t. Then it’s style time: poet core gets a vote, turtlenecks earn side-eye, loafers get love, and the universal joy of dresses with pockets becomes nonnegotiable. We share fit hacks—adjustable straps for uneven shoulders—and that electric nostalgia of wedding and communion dresses, petticoats and all.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Work culture is changing too. After-work happy hour is fading as hybrid schedules and sober curiosity rise, but mentorship and camaraderie don’t have to disappear. We talk better replacements—mocktails, coffee walks, bite-size gatherings that build trust without pressure. And yes, we go full foodie: Noma’s $1,500 LA pop-up and its free table for young hospitality pros, plus our own kitchen courage, trying a classic caviar pie and admitting what we liked. It’s comfort, curiosity, and a little chaos stitched together by humor, heart, and dresses that let us breathe.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;If this blend of real life, style smarts, and culture shifts hits home, tap follow, share with a friend who loves pockets, and drop a review to tell us your unexpected high this week.&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 a text The kind of week where you fix a broken deodorant with sheer will, crawl back onto the Peloton, and somehow end up at a house party with caviar pie and pigs in blankets is exactly our tempo. We’re juggling four-kid calendars, long drives to the wrong gym, and those quiet late-night moments when a red eye and a to-do list won’t quit—and we still manage to squeeze in a laugh (or ten).  We dive into everyday myths and trends that shape our lives more than we admit. SPF isn’t “hour...

Dresses but also Deodorant, Caviar, and 6-7

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1998324/open_sms">Send us a text</a>We dive into tickets—how prices balloon with fees, why scarcity makes some seats legendary, and how to time your buy without gambling away the experience. Along the way, we detour through Denmark’s street fireworks, the great pizza-and-ranch candle controversy, and a laugh-out-loud reel of rejected vanity plates that somehow says everything about the internet’s sense of humor. We get honest about family logistics and the cost of memories: when to splurge on theater, why football’s price curve stings more than most, and how digital tickets removed paper headaches but also erased the small joy of a torn stub tucked into a scrapbook. We traded hacks on picking seats, gifting shows without a physical ticket, and the pros and cons of resale roulette. Then it’s the real world of friction: red-light cameras that bill your mailbox, a passport errand that turns into a lesson in patience, and the relief when technology works as promised—like choosing movie seats in advance and breezing to the middle of the row. What ties it all together is the pursuit of the moment. Whether you’re chasing Broadway, playoff energy, or a comedian under the summer lights, the value comes from who you share it with and how present you feel once you find your seat. Hit play for wit, warmth, and practical takeaways that help you save money, save time, and maybe save a stub or two in spirit. If this episode resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who loves live events, and leave a quick review—what’s the one ticket you still want to score this year?<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/twilio/text_messages/1998324/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We dive into tickets—how prices balloon with fees, why scarcity makes some seats legendary, and how to time your buy without gambling away the experience. Along the way, we detour through Denmark’s street fireworks, the great pizza-and-ranch candle controversy, and a laugh-out-loud reel of rejected vanity plates that somehow says everything about the internet’s sense of humor.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We get honest about family logistics and the cost of memories: when to splurge on theater, why football’s price curve stings more than most, and how digital tickets removed paper headaches but also erased the small joy of a torn stub tucked into a scrapbook. We traded hacks on picking seats, gifting shows without a physical ticket, and the pros and cons of resale roulette. Then it’s the real world of friction: red-light cameras that bill your mailbox, a passport errand that turns into a lesson in patience, and the relief when technology works as promised—like choosing movie seats in advance and breezing to the middle of the row.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;What ties it all together is the pursuit of the moment. Whether you’re chasing Broadway, playoff energy, or a comedian under the summer lights, the value comes from who you share it with and how present you feel once you find your seat. Hit play for wit, warmth, and practical takeaways that help you save money, save time, and maybe save a stub or two in spirit. If this episode resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who loves live events, and leave a quick review—what’s the one ticket you still want to score this year?&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 a text We dive into tickets—how prices balloon with fees, why scarcity makes some seats legendary, and how to time your buy without gambling away the experience. Along the way, we detour through Denmark’s street fireworks, the great pizza-and-ranch candle controversy, and a laugh-out-loud reel of rejected vanity plates that somehow says everything about the internet’s sense of humor.  We get honest about family logistics and the cost of memories: when to splurge on theater, why footba...

That's the Ticket!

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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