Two Noras and a Mic

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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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October 11, 2025 • Nora & Nora • Season 4 • Episode 17

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This week has flown by...From that joyful chaos, we zoom into the strange and delightful: a Taco Bell 50K where hundreds run 31 miles and eat at nine fast-food stops, and a science-backed case for why dancing might be the brain’s favorite reset button. It all leads to a surprisingly rich deep dive on nail polish—how a simple ritual holds time together, why acrylics and press-ons are both art and obstacle, and how names like OPI’s can turn a shade into a story.

We also explore why four in ten younger adults watch TV with subtitles even when the sound is on—captions as a focus tool, an accessibility win, and a habit shaped by social video. Then we bust a few household myths: polish doesn’t belong in the fridge, batteries either, and your most reliable results come from a cool, dry cabinet and a little common sense. Nail shapes spark debate too: coffin, squoval, trapezoid—how language frames taste—and we land in a cozy palette for fall with moss greens and warm neutrals that pair with sweaters and pumpkin bread.

Our highs and lows keep it real: drivers blocking grocery pickup spots, a lawn saga starring sod, seed, and a silent sprinkler system, and the proud glow of a freshman who found his footing at homecoming. If you’ve ever found calm in a manicure, clarity on a dance floor, or comfort in a perfectly named shade, this one’s for you. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a laugh and a little science, and leave a review with your fall nail color pick—we’ll read our favorites next week.

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