TV Reporter Nora J.S. Reichardt is one of the only transgender TV reporters in the nation. She’s also a GLAAD Media Award nominee. 

Nora is originally from Minnesota and now tells stories for Local 5 News in Iowa. She made headlines when she came out as transgender in 2022 on air.

When she isn't chasing the news of the day, Nora can usually be found reading at a coffee shop, playing video games, or spending too much time on Twitter.

In this episode, Nora shares how coming out brought her closer to her parents, how she manages decision paralysis and work-life balance, and how you can best be an ally.

Sh*t I Wish I Knew In My Twenties (SIWIKIMT) is a podcast dedicated to helping 20-somethings thrive in their twenties, not just survive.

Host Debra Alfarone knows how tough being in your twenties can be. As a high-school dropout turned-network-TV-correspondent, she learned most of life’s lessons the hard way. She overcame the odds and is now a national anchor and correspondent for Gray Television, after covering the White House for CBS News nationally. She’s also a confidence coach for young women in the TV news industry.

Connect with Nora on IG or Twitter at @nora_jsr.

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