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Norah Jones Is Playing Along

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Norah Jones is a multi-GRAMMY winning singer and pianist who loves playing music with people, so she started her own podcast to do just that. Each episode, she sits down with a different guest for impromptu musical collaborations and candid conversation. Her guests come from all walks of life and every musical style and you never know where the songs will take them. So, come hang out in the studio... more

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Mike Elizondo is back for Part 2, with more music and conversation. Plus, in a special segment, Norah takes listeners inside the creative process behind a song she recently wrote with Mike, sharing how their collaboration came together. Recorded 3/18... more

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GRAMMY-winning producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Mike Elizondo joins Norah to talk about his remarkable career working with artists including Dr. Dre, Eminem, Fiona Apple, Mary J. Blige, and many more. They discuss his approach to produ... more

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A fellow piano player, songwriter and Texan, this episode with Robert Glasper was meant to be! Norah and Robert reminisce about their days at Performing Arts High Schools and band camp, and recollect all the alums that have inspired them from the sta... more

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GRAMMY-winning singer, songwriter, and activist Angélique Kidjo joins Norah to talk about her roots in Benin, her remarkable career, her humanitarian work, and her new album HOPE!!, including a couple of songs from the new record. Recorded 4/27/26.

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Mike Elizondo
GRAMMY-winning producer, songwriter, bass player, and multi-instrumentalist
Episode: Mike Elizondo (Part 1)
Robert Glasper
Pianist, songwriter, producer, composer, arranger
Robert Glasper Experiment / Blue Note Records
Episode: Robert Glasper
Angélique Kidjo
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, performer, and activist
Batanga Foundation; UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
Episode: Angélique Kidjo
Linda Perry
Songwriter and producer known for work with Christina Aguilera, Pink, Gwen Stefani, etc.
Linda Perry (songwriter/producer)
Episode: Linda Perry (Part 2)
Don Was
Grammy-winning producer, bassist, songwriter, music director and former head of Blue Note Records
Don Was Music/Blue Note Records
Episode: Don Was
Brittany Howard
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, lead singer and guitarist of Alabama Shakes
Alabama Shakes / Brittany Howard (solo)
Episode: Brittany Howard
Meshell Ndegeocello
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, bassist, producer; No More Water project
No More Water / Various collaborators
Episode: Meshell Ndegeocello
Finneas O'Connell
Grammy-winning musician, producer, and composer; sister of Billie Eilish collaborator
Self, Finneas (Blood Harmony, Beef score)
Episode: Finneas
Allison Russell
Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, actor, multi-instrumentalist, and human rights advocate
Self-described; Broadway performer in Hadestown
Episode: Allison Russell

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Norah Jones
Host of the show, introduces guests and guides conversations
Sara Oda
Co-host and interviewer accompanying Norah Jones on the show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Pino and Blake

    Amazing episode. Suck beautiful playing. Make an album together!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Russ Keightley
    Australia6 months ago
  • Appreciate This So Much

    I have fallen in love with this podcast. I’m in awe of Norah’s ability to jam with anyone. Both the music and the conversations are incredible. Thanks for sharing your love of music with us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trexal
    Canada7 months ago
  • Loved it

    Was just thinking about this episode. So cool you played it again. You work so well together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JP Gister
    United States8 months ago
  • A Dave Grohl Episode

    I was locked in from the first couple of utterances They Made…This was wonderful and so entertaining, and I learned a few things about Mr. Grohl. Norah is sweet and seems like just a good person, it is NO wonder these two seem like they have been hanging out together for 20 years…Norah Jones, your voice and playing are hypnotic to me. I love how you were able to pick out Dave’s songs with your ear and understanding of music. I was playing along on keys with y’all while I was listening It was so... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RoxanneRolle
    United States8 months ago
  • Best podcast ever!

    Thanks Norah. My favorite episode is the replay with foo fighters lead singer!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    civil wars 999
    United States8 months ago

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The format blends storytelling with live performances, a highlight for fans of collaborative music making.
Listeners praise the relaxed vibe and musical intimacy, noting the conversations feel like eavesdropping on musician friends.
Ads are a turn-off for some, but the music and guest depth keep most listeners engaged.

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#12
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#75
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#10
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#18
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#83
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#129
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Mike Elizondo (Part 1)
Q: And then didn't you work during the pandemic, like when everything stopped, didn't you work on something kind of huge?
Lin-Manuel Miranda invited Elizondo to work on Disney's Encanto. He developed arrangements remotely and brought in Colombian musicians, including Edmar Castañedas, whose performances helped make the rhythms more authentic.
Mike Elizondo (Part 1)
Q: So how did you hook up with Dr. Dre?
A high school friend who became Dre's assistant engineer recommended Elizondo. He first played bass on tracks for other producers at Aftermath, then progressed to sessions with Dre, where their shared musical interests helped them connect.
Angélique Kidjo
Q: What was the turning point that made you commit to music as a lifelong path?
Repeated performances, family support, and the joy of being on stage, even when challenged, convinced her to pursue music despite obstacles.
Angélique Kidjo
Q: How did your early family environment influence your career?
She explains growing up with a large, musical family in West Africa, where daily life revolved around music, performance, and education, which taught her to be fearless and hungry for learning.
Linda Perry (Part 2)
Q: How do you handle pressure to be perfect versus capturing a raw moment in the studio?
She emphasizes avoiding writer's block by not overthinking and by capturing the first impulses, reminding that the vocal and emotion often carry the song's truth more than a flawless technical take.

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This show blends intimate celebrity conversations with spontaneous musical collaboration. Across episodes, listeners hear candid stories about artists' formative moments, creative process, and collaborations that flow from the moment the guests pick up an instrument with Norah Jones guiding the jam. Live duets and in-studio performances sit alongside conversational threads about career arcs, influences, and the realities of making music across genres. A standout throughline is the opportunity to observe how diverse backgrounds spark surprising musical conversations, yielding both educated commentary and moments of genuine musical exploration.

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1. Mike Elizondo
2. Robert Glasper
3. Angélique Kidjo
4. Linda Perry
5. Don Was
6. Brittany Howard
7. Meshell Ndegeocello
8. Finneas O'Connell

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