Two Noras and a Mic

Nora & Nora
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Oh hello! We’re Nora and Nora and we’re glad you’re here!  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.

  1. 6d ago

    Camp Nora and Nora

    Send us Fan Mail Chicago is choking on hazardous air, and we’re doing what we always do when life feels a little too real: talking it through until it turns funny, useful, and oddly comforting. We start with the anxiety of watching the air quality index climb and the way headlines can reshape a normal day, then jump to the week’s most unsettling food safety news, including why Taco Bell lettuce somehow becomes the villain in a world where “cheese substancel” keeps surviving. From there, we tumble into the internet’s trend cycle: soft serve dipped in melted butter with sea salt, the lifelong feasibility of drinking one million beers (spoiler: the math is unhinged), and a surprisingly organized WhatsApp group that’s trying anyway. We also debate beer slushies, the rules of what counts as “a beer,” and the delightful discovery that a baby Guinness is a shot that has absolutely nothing to do with Guinness. Then we bring it home with summer camp talk: who went as a kid, what day camp does best, why February camp emails make us want to scream, and how easy it is to over-schedule until summer becomes one long car ride. We also share why diabetes camp can be such a powerful experience for kids and families, plus a quick history lesson on how American summer camp became a “back to nature” institution in the first place. If you like funny conversation with real-life parenting truths, hit subscribe, share this with a friend who’s deep in summer logistics, and leave us a review so more listeners can find the show.

  2. Jul 13

    Linens and towels and sheets...Oh My!

    Send us Fan Mail You know those conversations that start with a normal life update and somehow end with you rethinking your entire home setup? That’s where we land today, starting with Fourth of July traditions and the kind of small-town parade day that leaves you both exhausted and happy. Then we take a sharp turn into curiosity bait: the naked bike ride in downtown Chicago (go as bare as you dare), a blind taste test of a cinnamon bun Oreo, and a hit of pure nostalgia when we scroll through retired 90s candy. If you grew up on Butterfinger BB’s, Lifesaver Holes, String Thing, and peak convenience store snacks, this one will pull you right back. We also react to the internet’s most questionable food inventions, from Pringles chip-flavored hot dog buns sold one bun per can to over-the-top stadium food that makes us beg for plain hot dogs and popcorn. The heart of the conversation is linens: bed sheets, top sheets, duvet covers, fitted sheet folding, towel quality, bath sheets, terry cloth robes, cloth napkins, and linen clothing that wrinkles if you look at it wrong. We trade practical tips, pet peeves, and the little household habits that quietly shape your day, plus a quick detour into luxury bedding economics (yes, we found sheets that cost five figures and a mattress that costs as much as a house). If you laughed, learned, or felt personally attacked by the top-sheet debate, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review. Are you team top sheet, or are you with Gen Z? Mike Haggerty Buick GMCRight on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd & Cicero & 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.

  3. Jul 6

    Nightcap and a recap

    Send us Fan Mail A summer recap can sound simple until you zoom in on the details: a 5:15 a.m. start line, 68 miles on real roads, a Disney Cruise Line concierge happy hour, and a sunscreen mistake so specific it only burns your ankles. We’re nightcapping with the Noras and telling the truth about what we’ve been up to, including a charity bike ride supporting pediatric brain tumor research and why doing something hard with your dad becomes an instant “memory maker.” Then we jump to family travel on the Disney Treasure ship with 16 relatives spanning ages 3 to 77. We talk about why Disney cruising works for big groups, how we keep everyone happy without over scheduling, and the small rituals that make the trip feel like a floating five star hotel. If you’ve ever tried to plan a multi generation vacation, you’ll hear practical ideas for balancing together time with the freedom to scatter. We also get into the St. Thomas kayaking, hiking, and snorkeling adventure that turns into a comedy of rule following, forgotten water shoes, and the dreaded reverse golfer’s tan ankle sunburn. From there it’s on to Disney World without a stroller, Lightning Lane strategy, decision fatigue, and the blister that proves we walked the parks for real. We close with champagne tasting tips, reactions to wild headlines like the Empire State Building proposal, and a summer book recommendation before our upcoming author interview. Subscribe for more, share this with a friend who loves a good vacation story, and leave a review so more listeners can find us.

  4. Jun 22

    T-Shirts

    Send us Fan Mail You know that feeling when summer makes the world seem a little louder, a little weirder, and somehow more fun? That’s the energy we’re bringing today as we start with real-life catch-up, kid commentary that cracks us up, and a “would you rather” that escalates into donuts, stitches, and the kind of questions only children ask with confidence. From there, we go global in the best way. We talk World Cup watching and the moment that deserves the attention it’s getting: Japanese fans cleaning up the stadium because leaving a space better than you found it is the point. Then we keep the international streak alive with a taste test of tinto de verano, the classic Spanish summer drink made with red wine, citrus soda, and lots of ice. If you’ve been hunting for an easy summer cocktail, a lighter sangria alternative, or a new patio drink, this one might be your new staple. And because our brains never stay in one lane, we hit the wild headlines too: Denmark’s mullet competition, the Gen Z phrase “low vibe relationships” and what it actually means, plus a truly ridiculous real-world coincidence involving paying at the same store with the same “wand” card holder. We also debate what’s worth paying for, from expensive firefly camping to the beach “plop vacation” trend that some people swear resets the nervous system and we swear does the opposite. We wrap with our t-shirt deep dive, from what we wear to bed to the nostalgic shirts we can’t throw away, plus a quick look at t-shirt history and how it went from undershirt to cultural icon. Listen, laugh, and then subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review if you’re enjoying the show.

  5. Jun 15

    Talkin' Toys

    Send us Fan Mail A star-shaped wand that holds your credit card and lets you tap to pay sounds like a joke until you realize it might be the perfect tool for anyone who loses their card every other day. We start with summer life in full swing, then unwrap the kind of gift that instantly becomes a household legend and a potential menace in any drive-thru line.  From there, we do what we do best: chase curiosity wherever it goes. We taste-test a limited edition Oreo that somehow pulls off a true brown sugar pancake flavor, talk about why viral snacks and pop culture collaborations keep getting wilder, and then try to redeem ourselves with a quick reality check on the health benefits of tea, antioxidants, and that “maybe it cancels out the sugar” logic we all use.  Things get even more surprising when we dig into unusual traditions like Japan’s Naki Sumo Crying Baby Fest and the rodeo phenomenon of mutton busting, then switch gears to practical modern life with the 10 commandments of group chat etiquette. Our main theme brings it home: toys and nostalgia. We revisit childhood classics, the charm of real toy stores, the most popular toys by generation, and the complicated feelings that come with decluttering your kids’ old favorites while trying to keep the memories.  If you like funny parenting stories, nostalgia, toy talk, snack reviews, and the small social rules nobody teaches you, you’ll feel right at home. Subscribe, share this with a friend who still loves toys, and leave a review so more people can find us. Mike Haggerty Buick GMCRight on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd & Cicero & 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.

  6. Jun 8

    Two Noras and a Community Spotlight

    Send us Fan Mail Someone in the neighborhood treats Super Junk Day like a free shopping trip and rolls off with two kids’ bikes and suddenly it’s not a cute curbside story anymore. We talk through what happened next, why an AirTag made all the difference, and the practical reality of keeping tabs on kids and their stuff when devices die and summer schedules get messy. If you’ve ever wondered whether tracking tech is worth it, this real-life moment makes a pretty strong case. From there, we take a hard left into the internet’s favorite category: food and wellness trends that feel one step removed from parody. Think National Cheese Day, National Tetris Day, the so-called Bible diet, and even energy drinks branded with religious imagery. We unpack the appeal, the discomfort, and the marketing choices that turn faith into a product label. Then we hit a headline that truly tests the limits of our appetite for news: a Spaghettios worms story that is equal parts horrifying and impossible to ignore. Next, we bring it home with a community spotlight on the St. John of the Cross Parish Garage Sale, a 51-year tradition that runs like a mini department store inside a school. You’ll hear how donations are handled, how volunteers clean and stage items, why people line up before sunrise, and the genius of a $10 “shopping spree” that clears the building fast. We also share where the money goes, including scholarships and support for multiple charities, which makes bargain hunting feel a lot more meaningful. If you love neighborhood stories, community events, practical tips, and a little pop-culture chaos, hit subscribe, share this with a friend who lives for a good sale, and leave a review so more people can find us. What’s your best secondhand treasure or your worst curbside mistake? Mike Haggerty Buick GMCRight on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd & Cicero & 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.

  7. Jun 1

    Season Five, High Five

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Season Five!  A wheel of cheese flying down a steep hill while grown adults cartwheel after it sounds fake, but it’s real and it’s our kind of “what did I just watch?” kickoff to season five. We start with summer creeping in, school schedules getting weird, and that parenting scramble where someone always has the wrong dismissal time. From there, we lean into the stories that make life feel lighter, even when everything is busy. We get into the Gloucestershire cheese rolling contest (unofficial but still unhinged), then move to internet food trends like the TikTok chip bag sandwich and a product we can’t stop thinking about for all the wrong reasons: the Hellmann’s mayo bow tie, a wearable condiment dispenser that should probably come with a warning label. If you love pop culture, viral trends, and the humor hidden in everyday life, you’ll feel right at home. Things turn surprisingly thoughtful when we talk friendship and trust through the “two beers and a puppy” test. It’s a simple way to name the difference between the friends you have fun with and the friends you’d trust with something that matters. We also debate whether the modern handbag is fading out as pockets, briefcases, and cargo shorts surge, and we share what’s actually inside our bags. Add in a creepy seven-foot puppet found on a Massachusetts lawn, some pure 90s nostalgia (Five Alive, High-C, Ecto Cooler), and a quick dive into the origin of the high five, and you’ve got a season opener packed with laughs and real-life warmth. If you enjoy funny, relatable conversations about motherhood, friendship, and modern life, subscribe, share this with a friend who’d pass the puppy test, and leave a review so more people can find us. What’s one trend you secretly hope is over? Mike Haggerty Buick GMCRight on the corner, right on the price! Head down to 93rd & Cicero & 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.

  8. May 25

    Teachers

    Send us Fan Mail Somebody emails you out of the blue and says, “We’d like you to apply.” Sounds flattering, right? We start there with a real Wordle game show casting invite, then take a sharp turn into the kind of everyday stories that make you laugh and cringe at the same time: a frog surviving inside a bag of lettuce, a woman who literally breaks into a house to clean it and leaves a $75 note, and the Swatch collaboration release so chaotic people end up getting pepper sprayed at the mall. After the snack break and cookie ranking debate, we shift into the heart of the conversation: teachers. Teacher appreciation is nice, but we want to talk about what the job actually requires and why so many educators are exhausted by the end of the day. We trade stories about the teachers who stuck with us, from feisty nuns to legendary high school English teachers, and we dig into what’s hardest now: classroom management, constant emails with parents and students, standardized testing pressure, and trying to reach kids who arrive at wildly different learning levels. We also pull in the bigger education picture with teacher workload and burnout stats, plus the reality of shorter attention spans and why “brain breaks” are not a trendy extra, they’re a practical tool. If you care about education, school culture, student learning, and supporting teachers, this one is for you. Subscribe, share this with a teacher you love, and leave a review with the name of a teacher who changed your life.

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About

Oh hello! We’re Nora and Nora and we’re glad you’re here!  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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  • Creator
    Nora & Nora
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    210
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Two Noras and a Mic
  • Show Website
    Two Noras and a Mic

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