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Nov 8, 2022 • 1h 22min
Between Two Widows
In case you didn't know, we're still making episodes that are available exclusively on Nora's Substack! -Michael Allio was a fan favorite on Katie Thurston’s season of “The Bachelorette,” applauded for the vulnerability he showed as he talked about losing his wife, Laura, to cancer and raising his son James without his mom. Losing a partner to cancer? Raising a young son on your own? Sounds familiar!Michael came across Nora’s TED Talk shortly after Laura died, and when he reached out to the podcast, we knew we had to get these two on a call together. That call became a TTFA Premium episode. Now, if you’re a Bachelor Nation fan, you know that Michael is on the current season of “Bachelor in Paradise,” where he’s been speaking to his grief and loss and the difficulty of dating again in general … but especially on national television. We’re re-airing this episode in our main feed here today for all of you Bachelor Nation fans who want some more insight into Michael’s ~*journey*~ (yes, that’s a Bachelor joke). If you like it, and want more bonus content like this, sign up for TTFA Premium on Patreon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 25, 2022 • 45min
After The Headlines
In case you didn't know, we're still making episodes that are available exclusively on Nora's Substack! -In the early morning hours of June 24th, 2021, an apartment complex in Surfside, Florida collapsed out of nowhere, killing 98 people – including Patty’s mom, Maggie. It’s difficult enough to lose a loved one to an unthinkable tragedy. It’s exceptionally awful when you’re forced to watch them die over and over again on national television.—You can catch up with TTFA on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook using @ttfapodcast. Nora's Instagram is @noraborealis.Read the transcript for this episode here.References:
One year after Surfside condo collapse in Florida, a legal settlement is approved
Experienced Team From Israel Helps Search Through Florida Condo Debris
Dozens Of People Are Missing After A 12-Story Florida Condo Partly Collapsed
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Oct 11, 2022 • 36min
Bad Vibes Only
In case you didn't know, we're still making episodes that are available exclusively on Nora's Substack! -The vibes aren't good. They're not even decent. They're bad.Nora's new book, BAD VIBES ONLY, is available today wherever you buy books!—TTFA is on tour now! Come see Nora perform LIVE!Tuesday, October 11 - Los Angeles, CASaturday, October 15 - Philadelphia, PASunday, October 16 - Brooklyn, NYMonday, October 17 - Washington, DCTuesday, October 18 - Boston, MAWednesday, October 19 - Toronto, ONFriday, October 21 - Chicago, ILSaturday, October 22 - St. Paul, MN You can catch up with TTFA on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook using @ttfapodcast. Nora's Instagram is @noraborealis.Read the transcript for this episode here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 27, 2022 • 54min
Update: The Beautiful Ones
In this podcast, Nora updates us on her friend Gigi's health and discusses their previous conversation about beauty standards and confidence. Gigi shares her journey of self-acceptance and reflects on attending a concert where she noticed swelling in her face as a warning sign. The podcast also explores Gigi's experiences adapting to Minnesota's winter, her battle with a recurring tumor, and the physical and emotional struggles she faced. It highlights the significance of self-love and acceptance in the face of societal beauty standards.

Sep 20, 2022 • 44min
Para-Mom
In case you didn't know, we're still making episodes that are available exclusively on Nora's Substack! -When Leah Nixon woke up in the hospital after a construction accident and learned she was paralyzed from the chest down, she wondered how she’d go about starting a family someday. In this episode, she gives us a glimpse into her daily life as a “para-mom” to her 9-month-old daughter, Ellie. Leah’s company is called Tiny & Snail and they make adorable cards and stationery.Read the episode transcript here.TTFA is coming to your city October 7th - 22nd with an all-new live show experience, and tickets are on sale now! Friday, October 7 - San Francisco, CASunday, October 9 - Seattle, WAMonday, October 10 - Portland, ORTuesday, October 11 - Los Angeles, CASaturday, October 15 - Philadelphia, PASunday, October 16 - Brooklyn, NYMonday, October 17 - Washington, DCTuesday, October 18 - Boston, MAWednesday, October 19 - Toronto, ONFriday, October 21 - Chicago, ILSaturday, October 22 - St. Paul, MN See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 13, 2022 • 45min
Overthinking About You
In case you didn't know, we're still making episodes that are available exclusively on Nora's Substack! -Allison Raskin was just 4 years old the first time she told her parents she wanted to die. Within weeks, the preschooler was diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder and depression. In this episode, we talk with Allison and her mother Ruth about raising a child with severe mental illness and what Allison’s world looks like today as an adult living with OCD. You can buy Allison’s book “Overthinking About You” at your favorite book place.TTFA is coming to your city October 7th - 22nd with an all-new live show experience, and tickets are on sale now! Get yours here.Support our new independent production (and get bonus content galore!) by joining TTFA Premium. Sign up.Our email subscribers get first dibs on ticket sales, new merch, show announcements and more. Join our mailing list here. Read the episode transcript here.Our social media:TTFA on InstagramTTFA on FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 6, 2022 • 42min
Born Fat
In case you didn't know, we're still making episodes that are available exclusively on Nora's Substack! -Genna is fat. They are also queer and nonbinary. All of these things can make a person feel marginalized in a straight, cisgender, thin-obsessed society … but for Genna, it’s being fat that’s hardest.TTFA is coming to your city October 7th - 22nd with an all-new live show experience, and tickets are on sale now! Get yours here.For more information about The Hartford, click here. Support our new independent production (and get bonus content galore!) To read the episode transcript, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 23, 2022 • 43min
Anything Can Happen
In case you didn't know, we're still making episodes that are available exclusively on Nora's Substack! -The thing about having your life fall apart is that there’s just so much to do, and there’s so much that you don’t know until it’s too late. In today’s episode: What helps when everything goes wrong.For more information about The Hartford, visit thehartford.com/employeebenefits.TTFA is coming to your city October 7th - 22nd with an all-new live show experience. Get your ticket here.Did you know we’re on TikTok? Yep, it’s true. Follow Nora. You can catch up with TTFA on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook using @ttfapodcast. Nora's Instagram is @noraborealis.Read the transcript for this episode here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 5, 2022 • 17min
Independence Days
In case you didn't know, we're still making episodes that are available exclusively on Nora's Substack! -We're officially in our Taylor Swift era, and we can't wait for what's to come.TTFA is coming to your city October 7th - 22nd with an all-new live show experience. Get your ticket here.You can catch up with TTFA on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook using @ttfapodcast. Nora's Instagram is @noraborealis.Read the transcript for this episode here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 28, 2022 • 52min
The Missing Puzzle Piece
In case you didn't know, we're still making episodes that are available exclusively on Nora's Substack! -Chelsea’s mom and unborn brother died in a car accident on Chelsea’s first birthday, leaving little Chelsea and her grief-stricken father behind to piece back together their shattered life. As a child, Chelsea longs for a mom – a living mom – and she’s thrilled when her dad remarries a wonderful woman named Shawna. But even when she’s surrounded by love, Chelsea still finds herself trying to fill a gaping hole in her heart.TTFA is coming to your city October 7th - 22nd with an all-new live show experience. Get your ticket here.Did you know we’re on TikTok? Yep, it’s true. Follow Nora. You can catch up with TTFA on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook using @ttfapodcast. Nora's Instagram is @noraborealis.You can read the episode transcript here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


