Nori Reed Moved into my Apartment
Plus, her unexpected run-in with George W. Bush
Nori Reed is an LA-based TV writer, stand-up comedian, and universally adored person. I first discovered Nori through a reel where she explained that being trans is a multi-level marketing scheme, and if she gets five people to transition, she’ll win an air fryer. Nori’s comedic timing and dry delivery are completely singular and utterly mastered.
Nori Reed came over to my apartment and made me laugh for hours. We did a worldbuilding exercise in which she’s been living in my apartment for months “Parasite-style,” which is to say, unbeknownst to Jordan and me.
Here are a few highlights from our afternoon together:
Which virtue gets too much hype?
Honesty. Lie to me, mama!
How long have you been living in my apartment?
Long enough to know where the forks are, not long enough to pay rent.
NY or LA? Why?
NY! Because it’s a better place to be unemployed.
Favorite spot in LA?
Modu Cafe in Highland Park. Best matcha, hands down.
Favorite spot in NYC?
Berriez! Best plus-size fashion ever.
Thoughts on crying in public?
Go cry, girl!
Did you have a job in high school?
Dishwasher at a Kentucky BBQ restaurant… George W. Bush stopped by to campaign and didn’t eat the BBQ, so the owner didn’t vote for him.
Celebrity crush?
Ew.. My crush is the barista who won’t look me in the eyes.
What do your friends know you as?
Someone who is kind and empathetic, but also a gossip.
What don’t we know about you?
Do people know that I hate the beach?
How psychic are you?
Unfortunately, very. My grandma was a legit psychic…
Your most-used phrase or catchphrase?
Ugh!
Your favorite personality trait in yourself?
Strength.
Your favorite personality trait in someone else?
Booty.
Where can we find you?
In my bed. The world is so scary right now, right?!
NYC, lucky you! You can catch Nori on January 16th at the Bell House for her show with Hayden Johnson, Trans-It Girls. Tickets HERE.
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