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Thanks For Asking

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A call-in show from author Nora McInerny that lets real people get real honest about how they're really doing. Operators(me) are standing by to take your calls.

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Latest Episodes

No one prepares you for the moment that you lose your person. We will never compare one loss to another. We will never say that there is a loss that is worse, because grief is simply The Worst. But there is something uniquely horrible about losing a ... more

Something is in the air, because Nora has been contemplating getting bangs again. Oh, and the meaning of life, passage of time, etc. etc. Whatever you’re having multiple small crises about, one thing is for sure: everyone is on the brink right now. I... more

These days, daily life can feel unpredictable. Every moment, many of us are bracing for impact or expecting to be pushed back into the pit of despair – but there is always a bright spot of OK. Today, Nora’s finding that for you and encouraging you to... more

Losing someone you love is never easy – but there’s something uniquely painful and incredibly misunderstood about losing someone to opioid addiction and overdose. Today, friend of the pod, host, and author Steph Wittels Wachs is back to talk about he... more

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Recent Guests

Steph Wittels Wachs
Special correspondent on opioid crisis and author
Author, speaker on opioid crisis
Episode: That Was Someone’s Baby: Losing A Person To Opioid Overdose with Steph Wittels Wachs
Amanda White
Therapist, known as Therapy For Women
Therapy For Women
Episode: Two Spiraling Women Telling You To Stop Spiraling with Amanda White
Dr. Marisa Franco
Author and psychologist discussed in conversation about worth and attachment
Episode: PSA: You Are Worthy with Dr. Marisa Franco
David Ferrugio
Creator and host of Dead Talks; author
Dead Talks
Episode: 9/11 Boy: Growing up with grief with David Ferrugio
Ayana Lage
Author and postpartum psychosis survivor
Self / Author
Episode: We Need To Talk About Post-Partum Psychosis: Ayana Lage On Her Memoir and The Case of Lindsay Clancy
Beth Pinsker
Certified financial planner, personal finance columnist, and author
MarketWatch, author of My Mother's Money
Episode: My Mother's Money: Beth Pinsker on Finances and End of Life
Kate Kennedy
Pop culture commentator and podcaster, Be There in Five
Be There in Five
Episode: Toddler Sunday Hits Different: Finding the OK in the World with Kate Kennedy
Maureen Wittels
Mother of Harris Wittels
Episode: This Story Doesn’t Have A Happy Ending: Losing a Sibling to Opioid Overdose with Steph Wittels Wachs
Rebecca Woolf
Writer and widow who previously appeared on the show
Episode: Polyamory Is Easier When One Of Them Is Dead: Answering Widow Questions with Rebecca Woolf

Host

Nora McInerny
Host of the show, guiding conversations and delivering empathetic, candid storytelling.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 17.2k ratings
  • Another vote for less music

    I agree with the other recent review. The music plays too often and is distracting. Love the pod otherwise!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ccccccccsc
    United States2 months ago
  • Love the show, but

    I never leave reviews, but I love this show as an inspiring, real life podcast to listen to. BUT in the recent episode on medical misogyny, I could not stand the constant music playing in the background so frequently. Not at all the vibe I look for when I listen to this show and if it continues I’m going to have to stop listening

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    lyndsbj
    United States4 months ago
  • Awesome

    Great new picture!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jigga
    United States4 months ago
  • Great

    Been a fan for years!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tracy Jan
    United States5 months ago
  • Boomers

    I’m a boomer and would love to be on your show. I travel the world and live for 2to5 months in my van on the road. I’m a single woman and am currently finishing my memoir about traveling as a solo . Title: Solo But Not Alone. I am a seeker and adventurer. I could say a lot about embracing life no matter what age!

    June selis

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    prinetucey
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners praise the host's warmth and empathy in difficult conversations.
Overall sentiment is that the show blends vulnerability with practical takeaway, though format changes polarize some fans.
Some listeners dislike the volume of music/banter and want more focus on guest stories.

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Two Spiraling Women Telling You To Stop Spiraling with Amanda White
Q: How do you keep writing or working when the task feels overwhelming?
Break it into smaller chunks, set a doable goal for the week (one chapter or one edit), and allow yourself to pause and reset instead of pushing through a total spiral.
Two Spiraling Women Telling You To Stop Spiraling with Amanda White
Q: What kept you from spiraling lately?
Taking things one step at a time and focusing on the next right thing, rather than trying to solve everything at once, has helped me stay grounded.
A Bluebird Day with Laura McKowen
Q: What's the weather today in Laura and Nora's world?
In Massachusetts, the weather is sunny and mild, a neutral backdrop that frames a light-hearted, intimate conversation rather than a focus on climate.
A Bluebird Day with Laura McKowen
Q: What is okay in Laura's world today?
Laura shares a mix of personal rituals, memories, and small, comforting acts—like the poetry reading and reflections on family life—that help her feel grounded and hopeful.
Creativity is For Everyone (The Artist’s Way with Elizabeth Kott)
Q: Is The Artist's Way only for people who already consider themselves artists?
No, it's for anyone who wants to reconnect with their creative impulse, regardless of their current profession, and many participants find it transformative.

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This show features candid, intimate conversations around real-life challenges, parenting, relationships, grief, recovery, creativity, and everyday resilience. Episodes blend personal storytelling with practical takeaways, humor, and a focus on processing tough topics with empathy. A standout characteristic is the host's ability to guide guests through deeply personal narratives while weaving in relatable, wellness-oriented insights, making the format feel like a compassionate conversation with occasional call-ins and curated guests across culture, health, and creativity.

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1. Steph Wittels Wachs
2. Amanda White
3. Dr. Marisa Franco
4. David Ferrugio
5. Ayana Lage
6. Beth Pinsker
7. Kate Kennedy
8. Maureen Wittels

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