Norah Jones Is Playing Along

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GRAMMY-winning guitarist and composer Julian Lage joins Norah for a conversation that highlights his singular voice in music and a career defined by curiosity and craft. They talk about the universality of music and the nature of songs. Along the way, they geek out over guitars, with plenty of beautiful duets throughout. Recorded 12/11/24. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27

A comedian, actor, and singer-songwriter, Bridget Everett blends raw humor with emotional honesty. She joins Norah for a candid conversation and performances that reflect both her cabaret roots and the vulnerability audiences know from Somebody Somewhere. Stay tuned for a spontaneous take on one of her biggest crowd-pleasers. Recorded 10/6/25. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20

GRAMMY Award–winning artist Nathaniel Rateliff joins Norah to trace the road that shaped him and reflect on the time it takes to discover who you are as an artist. They explore what it means to sing from the heart and stay grounded. The episode features unforgettable performances and an open, honest conversation. Recorded 4/16/25. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 13

Aoife O’Donovan, the GRAMMY-winning singer songwriter whose work spans an acclaimed solo career along with projects like Crooked Still and I’m With Her, talks with Norah about when she found the space to become the songwriter she is today and what she loves about life on the road. The episode features striking duets from across Aoife’s work, along with a cover of a revered artist who inspires them both. Recorded 11/25/24. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 6

Lucinda Williams, the multi-GRAMMY-winning singer songwriter, joins Norah for a laid-back conversation about writing her book, the experiences behind some of her iconic songs, and how a voice evolves with time. The episode features intimate performances as Norah gets to play alongside one of her true idols. Recorded 10/26/2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 30, 2025

This special session features not one but two incredible and incomparable musicians - Questlove and Christian McBride. Both hail from Philadelphia and have become titans of the music scene, each in their own right. Go back in time as they relive shared hilarious high school memories, musically breakdown some of their greatest influences, and come together with Norah on inspired covers of D’Angelo, Pops Staples, Kris Kristofferson and more. Recorded 5/10/2023. Original airdate 9/11/2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 23, 2025

James Bay reflects on his process in the studio, his influences, and the art of crafting a setlist as he marks the 10-year anniversary of his breakout debut, Chaos and the Calm . The BRIT Award–winning, GRAMMY-nominated artist joins Norah on songs spanning the past decade of his work, and a familiar cover. Recorded on 5/22/25. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 2025

John Legend joins Norah to talk about his life in music and the ways their journeys overlap. The multi-GRAMMY-winning EGOT artist shares where things really began for him, tells the story behind one of his most adored songs, and notes the 20th anniversary of his debut album Get Lifted . The episode features moving duets on songs you’ll recognize and ends with a touch of Christmas spirit. Recorded 10/14/25. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.