Nora McInerny

Nora McInerny is an author, podcaster, and speaker who shares her experiences with grief, loss, and resilience, offering a compassionate and honest perspective on navigating difficult life events. After gaining widespread recognition for her blog ‘My Husband’s Tumor,’ which attracted 200,000 followers, Nora McInerny went on to establish herself as a prominent voice on personal loss and grief. In 2015, McInerny founded the nonprofit organization Still Kickin, named after a phrase from her late husband’s t-shirt. The nonprofit supported individuals facing illness, death, or other life difficulties by designating a monthly ‘Still Kickin Hero’ who received proceeds from merchandise sales.

Her experiences led to the publication of her memoir, ‘It’s Okay to Laugh (Crying Is Cool Too),’ in 2016, which further explored her journey with loss. McInerny continued her prolific writing career with two books published in 2019: ‘No Happy Endings’ and ‘Hot Young Widows Club.’ Expanding her reach into audio, McInerny became the host of the acclaimed podcast ‘Terrible, Thanks for Asking,’ which focuses on candid conversations about grief and challenging emotions. The podcast operates under her company, Feelings & Co., which is dedicated to producing several podcasts centered on storytelling and empathy. In 2018, McInerny delivered a powerful TEDWomen talk on grief, significantly expanding her audience and reach.

Her work consistently offers a compassionate and honest perspective on navigating difficult life events, solidifying her position as a leading voice in resilience, personal growth, and authentic storytelling.