456. Is This a 90s Summer? with Jo Piazza

Nora McInerney and guest Jo Piazza navigate the challenges of modern parenting and the pursuit of personal joy during a sweltering summer. They challenge the unrealistic "90s summer" social media trend, advocating instead for low-pressure activities like thrifting, roller skating at local rinks, and embracing "cozy gaming" on the Nintendo Switch. The conversation highlights the value of small, whimsical acts of self-care—such as bedazzling medication bottles—and the creative potential of hobbies like filmmaking or setting up mobile bookstores. Beyond these activities, they bond over the shared, nostalgic comfort of cold pasta salad as a staple meal. Ultimately, the discussion emphasizes the importance of releasing rigid expectations and intentionally curating moments of "okayness" to maintain mental well-being amidst the chaos of daily life.