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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. In case you didn't know, we're still making episodes that are available exclusively on Nora's Substack!

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Latest Episodes

Suffering can feel like such a singular experience -- like there’s no one else in the world who understands what we’re going through. But sometimes, if we look hard enough, we find that our singular experience intersects with another.

This is the st... more

When can a widow date again? Would you believe it if we told you that the answer lies in the Real Housewives of New York? Today, that’s what Nora’s doing – using Season 7 of the renowned reality TV show as a lens for dating after losing your partner.... more

Even if you have not been 22 with an abusive ex-boyfriend, broke, homesick, and friendless in a new city, you have, at one point or another, felt like today’s texter – certain that you are alone and forever lost in uncontrollable chaos. Nora’s here t... more

Last week, Nora set out to prove that no one is ever too old and it's never too late to try something entirely new. The mailbox was so full of amazing, inspiring stories that Nora knew there had to be a second part with Cheryl Sparks, an amazing fash... more

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Recent Guests

Tracie Ducksworth
Chair of the Minnesota Nurses Association, an advocate for nursing and patient care rights.
Minnesota Nurses Association
Episode: Patients Over Profits
Kathy Barker
A farmer and nonprofit leader dedicated to providing food for those in need.
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Episode: Giving Away the Farm
Becca Platsky
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Jo Piazza
Author and podcaster with extensive reporting on influencer culture
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Episode: Everyone is Lying To You: influencer culture with Jo Piazza
Jayson Greene
Author of 'UnWorld' and 'Once More We Saw Stars'
Episode: UnWorld with Jayson Greene
Eva Hagberg
Rising star in the architectural critique world, she shares her story of ambition and mistakes in journalism.
Episode: S3: I've Made a Huge Mistake
Dave Anderson
Photographer involved in Eva's New York Times article regarding vida.
Episode: S3: I've Made a Huge Mistake
Ashton Zager
Artist and fiber artist known for her workshops and beautiful weavings.
Independent Artist
Episode: Help, I Said the Wrong Thing!
Steven J. Heine
Professor of Social and Cultural Psychology
University of British Columbia
Episode: Finding Meaning In The New Age of Anxiety

Host

Nora McInerny
Host and author known for her relatable storytelling and candid discussions about grief, relationships, and mental health.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 17.1k ratings
  • I survived 22

    Dear Nora and team,

    Just heard the story about the adventuress who moved to a new state w the useless bois-friend and successfully escaped that situation.

    If she can pull that off at 22, she can take over the world by my age, 60-plus.

    She just needs to acknowledge that she is a superstar, and go out and do whatever she wants!

    I wish she were my friend, but I live in Canada.

    Maybe plan to come visit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hollylovesdancemusic
    Canada10 days ago
  • Love the old and new formats!

    I discovered TTFA last year while going through a really tough time and binged a ton of old episodes. I was so sad when I heard that the show was being put on a permanent hiatus (like really?? what timing I have!) and I wasn’t sure what to expect of the new format. The first few episodes in the new format were a bit awkward while Nora found her groove with callers, but now I love the mix of call-in episodes, special guests, and Nora just talking off-the-cuff. I could listen to her talk all day I... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paris1579
    United States21 days ago
  • The Widower

    A friend shared “The Widower” yesterday and the widow could have been my last relationship minus a few details. Although I am not a widow, I was married for 22 years and have been divorced for 9. I initiated the divorce-that’s another story-and I tell people I am happily divorced. I also stopped telling recently divorced people, “I’m sorry.” When I heard this after my divorce, I would say, “No, it’s a good thing.” If I encounter people who are going through a divorce, I always ask, “Is this a go... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DebJ18
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love 🎈

    Thank you 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jeckles88
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • I used to love this podcast …

    I’m not sure what happened to this podcast … but it is not at all what it used to be. I know she went behind a subscription wall… then went independent… now she’s back with these incomplete topics that feel half baked. Used to be an incredible podcast and truly sad to see what it is now …..

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bmac19934
    United States2 months ago

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22 & Struggling (is it just me??)
Q: What should I do about my loneliness and feeling lost at 22?
Nora encourages the caller to reach out to friends, engage in community activities, and recognize that feeling lost at this age is common.
Gen Z Dating is Weird: Your Calls
Q: What advice can you give a listener navigating a relationship with insecurities?
Take things easy and remember that dating should be fun, not fraught.
Gen Z Dating is Weird: Your Calls
Q: How do you draw strength when everything feels terrible?
I draw from community and the magic of taking care of each other.
Patients Over Profits
Q: How do you think your hospital management understands the nurses' work?
Tracie expressed that management often does not understand the daily realities and pressures that nurses face.
Patients Over Profits
Q: What are the biggest challenges you face as a nurse?
Tracie noted issues like workplace violence, staffing shortages, and being overworked as her primary challenges.

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The content is centered around poignant conversations with listeners tackling important personal and societal issues. Often presented in a call-in format, the discussions explore themes such as grief, emotional health, relationships, and navigating personal struggles in the context of greater societal pressures. Through engaging narratives and heartfelt anecdotes, the show creates a space for vulnerability and authenticity, making it particularly appealing for those seeking connection and insight into real-life challenges.

It stands out for its openness and responsiveness to listener experiences, allowing everyday people to articulate their emotions and receive thoughtful advice directly from the host. This interactive element likely resona... more

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