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by Nick Leighton & Leah Bonnema
Etiquette, manners, and beyond! Join Emmy® Award-winning journalist Nick Leighton and acclaimed comedian Leah Bonnema ("Late Show with Stephen Colbert"), the perfect odd couple, as they try to make the world a nicer, more polite place and offer up practical advice to help you smoothly glide through any situation. In each episode, Leighton and Bonnema explore a wide range of social situations—from the serious to the whimsical—such as how to handle interrupting talkers, establish healthy boundaries at work, or eat Cheetos politely. Drawing from viewer questions, personal experiences, and occasional historical facts, they approach each topic with empathy, warmth, and humor. The show, developed in 2019, emphasizes understanding the underlying principles of etiquette and fostering kindness in everyday interactions. Their conversations aim to help listeners navigate moments of social uncertainty or embarrassment, reflecting the universality of etiquette challenges. Leighton, a two-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, and Bonnema, a comic and writer, bring complementary perspectives to the podcast, blending practical insight with comedic timing. The show has built a diverse community of listeners, from conservative grandmothers in Tallahassee to nonbinary chefs in Seattle, united by shared experiences of social missteps and the desire to do better. They have released episodes weekly without interruption, reaching over 100 episodes, and continue to focus on creating a positive, inclusive space for discussing how to treat others with respect and care.
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- 4 days ago47 min
Shuffling Mahjong Tiles, Snubbing Wedding Officiants, Praising Clean Plates, and More
Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah tackle playing mahjong, snubbing wedding officiants, saying "good job" to diners, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a handwritten thank-you note if we could.)Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.comEPISODE CONTENTSAMUSE-BOUCHE: PasseggiataA QUESTION OF ETIQUETTE: MahjongQUESTIONS FROM THE WILDERNESS: What should I do after learning I'm not invited to the reception at a wedding I'm officiating? Am I wrong to be irritated when a server says "good job" after I finish my meal?VENT OR REPENT: Reclining on airplanes, Tinted car windowsCORDIALS OF KINDNESS: Thanks to an urgent care, Thanks to a notaryTHINGS MENTIONED DURING THE SHOWA good basic Mahjong setYOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO...Share our show with a friendFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTubeVisit our official websiteSign up for our newsletterCall, text, or email us your questionsLeave us a review on Apple PodcastsBuy some fabulous official merchandiseBecome a member on PatreonCREDITSHosts: Nick Leighton & Leah BonnemaProducer & Editor: Nick LeightonTheme Music: Rob ParavonianADVERTISE ON OUR SHOWClick here for detailsTRANSCRIPTEpisode 322See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 1 weeks ago34 min
Tricking Guests Into Catering, Giving Bone-Crushing Handshakes, Guessing American Mealtimes, and More
Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah answer listener questions about tricking guests into catering, giving bone-crushing handshakes, guessing American mealtimes, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a handwritten thank-you note if we could.)Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.comQUESTIONS FROM THE WILDERNESS:How did I go from invited guest to unpaid catering staff in the span of three emails?What can I say to men who crush my hand when they shake it?Was it rude of my husband to send our mutual friend a condolence card without letting me sign it?Can I insist that houseguests rent a car and do some activities on their own?What is going on with meal times in America?THINGS MENTIONED DURING THE SHOWTater Tot Hot Dish recipeYOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO...Share our show with a friendFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTubeVisit our official websiteSign up for our newsletterCall, text, or email us your questionsLeave us a review on Apple PodcastsBuy some fabulous official merchandiseBecome a member on PatreonCREDITSHosts: Nick Leighton & Leah BonnemaProducer & Editor: Nick LeightonTheme Music: Rob ParavonianADVERTISE ON OUR SHOWClick here for detailsTRANSCRIPTEpisode 321See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 2 weeks ago36 min
Banning Wedding Gifts, Lingering Over Menus, Clipping Toenails on Airplanes, and More
Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah tackle banning wedding gifts, lingering too long over menus, clipping toenails on airplanes, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a handwritten thank-you note if we could.)Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.comEPISODE CONTENTSAMUSE-BOUCHE: The fish knifeA QUESTION OF ETIQUETTE: Putting "No gifts" on wedding invitationsQUESTIONS FROM THE WILDERNESS: How long is too long to look at a menu before it's considered rude? When on a date, is it rude if they don't pay for their ride afterwards?VENT OR REPENT: AI receptionists, Clipping toenails on airplanesCORDIALS OF KINDNESS: Thanks to PBS, A nice emailTHINGS MENTIONED DURING THE SHOWImage of a fish knife"Nosedive" episode from "Black Mirror"YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO...Share our show with a friendFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTubeVisit our official websiteSign up for our newsletterCall, text, or email us your questionsLeave us a review on Apple PodcastsBuy some fabulous official merchandiseBecome a member on PatreonCREDITSHosts: Nick Leighton & Leah BonnemaProducer & Editor: Nick LeightonTheme Music: Rob ParavonianADVERTISE ON OUR SHOWClick here for detailsTRANSCRIPTEpisode 320See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 3 weeks ago25 min
Battling in Cruise Ship Laundry Rooms, Escaping Bad Breath, Duplicating Potluck Dishes, and More
Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah answer listener questions about battling in cruise ship laundry rooms, escaping bad breath, duplicating potluck dishes, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a handwritten thank-you note if we could.)Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.comQUESTIONS FROM THE WILDERNESS:Is it OK to use two washing machines at once in a cruise ship laundry room?How do you leave a conversation when you’re the only one talking?What do you do when you find out that you were the only one in your friend group not invited to a gathering or event?What do you do when someone with terrible breath is speaking to you up close and there's no room to step back?How can I get my mother-in-law to bring the dish I actually asked for?THINGS MENTIONED DURING THE SHOWThe theatre metaphorYOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO...Share our show with a friendFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTubeVisit our official websiteSign up for our newsletterCall, text, or email us your questionsLeave us a review on Apple PodcastsBuy some fabulous official merchandiseBecome a member on PatreonCREDITSHosts: Nick Leighton & Leah BonnemaProducer & Editor: Nick LeightonTheme Music: Rob ParavonianADVERTISE ON OUR SHOWClick here for detailsTRANSCRIPTEpisode 319See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Sep 7, 202630 min
Second Helpings: Dodging In-Law Requests, Melting Candy Bars in Diapers, Hiding Coffee Truths, and More
Etiquette, manners, and beyond! This week, Nick and Leah are enjoying a well-deserved break, but they'll be back next week with an all-new episode. In the meantime, here's one of their favorite episodes from the archives in which they answer listener questions about dodging requests from mothers-in-law, playing unfortunate baby shower games, neglecting to disclose when you're serving half-caf coffee, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a handwritten thank-you note if we could.)Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.comQUESTIONS FROM THE WILDERNESS:How do I decline my mother-in-law’s request to throw a dinner party in my home?What is the right way to ask friends if they are actually serious about throwing us a baby shower?What’s the best response when someone says they’re going to be out of the office?How do I get my colleagues to stop asking me to get in touch with my husband on their behalf?Should you tell guests when you serve less than fully caffeinated coffee?THINGS MENTIONED DURING THE SHOW"Guess the candy bar" game"Seascapes" by Hiroshi SugimotoYOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO...Support our show through PatreonSubscribe and rate us 5 stars on Apple PodcastsCall, text, or email us your questionsFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, TikTok, and YouTubeVisit our official websiteSign up for our newsletterBuy some fabulous official merchandiseCREDITSHosts: Nick Leighton & Leah BonnemaProducer & Editor: Nick LeightonTheme Music: Rob ParavonianADVERTISE ON OUR SHOWClick here for detailsTRANSCRIPTEpisode 279See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Aug 31, 202650 min
Second Helpings: Spitting Watermelon Seeds, Behaving While Bowling, Throwing Spoons on Airplanes, and More
Etiquette, manners, and beyond! This week, Nick and Leah are enjoying a well-deserved break, but they'll be back soon with an all-new episode. In the meantime, here's one of their favorite episodes from the archives in which they tackle eating watermelon properly, behaving while bowling, throwing spoons on airplanes, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a handwritten thank-you note if we could.)Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.comEPISODE CONTENTSAMUSE-BOUCHE: WatermelonA QUESTION OF ETIQUETTE: BowlingQUESTIONS FROM THE WILDERNESS: Is it rude to make guests pay for dinner at a wedding reception? What can I do about a homeowner who bothers me while I'm trying to install their cabinetry?VENT OR REPENT: Children at dog parks, Throwing things on airplanesCORDIALS OF KINDNESS: Thanks for joining us in Washington, DCTHINGS MENTIONED DURING THE SHOWWatermelon scene in "Dirty Dancing"Erin Jackson holds grudgesYOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO...Support our show through PatreonSubscribe and rate us 5 stars on Apple PodcastsCall, text, or email us your questionsFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TwitterVisit our official websiteSign up for our newsletterBuy some fabulous official merchandiseCREDITSHosts: Nick Leighton & Leah BonnemaProducer & Editor: Nick LeightonTheme Music: Rob ParavonianADVERTISE ON OUR SHOWClick here for detailsTRANSCRIPTEpisode 236See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Aug 24, 202639 min
Using Knife Rests, Spamming Everyone You Know, Pocketing Hotel Slippers, and More
Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah tackle using knife rests, spamming everyone you know, pocketing hotel slippers, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a handwritten thank-you note if we could.)Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.comEPISODE CONTENTSAMUSE-BOUCHE: Knife restsA QUESTION OF ETIQUETTE: When your email account is sending spamQUESTIONS FROM THE WILDERNESS: How to respond to a lack of appreciation for babysitting? Is it OK to take the slippers home from a hotel? Aftermath: Asking out the dry cleanerVENT OR REPENT: A team repentCORDIALS OF KINDNESS: Thanks for the wasp help, Thanks to our fellow passengersTHINGS MENTIONED DURING THE SHOWPrevious episode about the dry cleaner dateYOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO...Share our show with a friendFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTubeVisit our official websiteSign up for our newsletterCall, text, or email us your questionsLeave us a review on Apple PodcastsBuy some fabulous official merchandiseBecome a member on PatreonCREDITSHosts: Nick Leighton & Leah BonnemaProducer & Editor: Nick LeightonTheme Music: Rob ParavonianADVERTISE ON OUR SHOWClick here for detailsTRANSCRIPTEpisode 318See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Aug 17, 202631 min
Lending Fancy Waffle Makers, Witnessing Coffee Shop Meltdowns, Demanding Raisins From Coworkers, and More
Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah answer listener questions about lending fancy waffle makers, witnessing coffee shop meltdowns, demanding raisins from coworkers, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a handwritten thank-you note if we could.)Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.comQUESTIONS FROM THE WILDERNESS:When should I have asked a former friend to return the fancy waffle maker I lent her?What should you do when you witness another customer being rude to an employee?What's the etiquette for entrances and exits when there are multiple sets of doors?How do I tell my sister I don't actually enjoy birthday surprises?Vent: Demanding raisins on the first day of a new jobTHINGS MENTIONED DURING THE SHOWThe Copenhagen interpretation of quantum mechanicsTracy Chapman's "Give Me One Reason"YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO...Share our show with a friendFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTubeVisit our official websiteSign up for our newsletterCall, text, or email us your questionsLeave us a review on Apple PodcastsBuy some fabulous official merchandiseBecome a member on PatreonCREDITSHosts: Nick Leighton & Leah BonnemaProducer & Editor: Nick LeightonTheme Music: Rob ParavonianADVERTISE ON OUR SHOWClick here for detailsTRANSCRIPTEpisode 317See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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About Were You Raised By Wolves?
Etiquette, manners, and beyond! Join Emmy® Award-winning journalist Nick Leighton and acclaimed comedian Leah Bonnema ("Late Show with Stephen Colbert"), the perfect odd couple, as they try to make the world a nicer, more polite place and offer up practical advice to help you smoothly glide through any situation. In each episode, Leighton and Bonnema explore a wide range of social situations—from the serious to the whimsical—such as how to handle interrupting talkers, establish healthy boundaries at work, or eat Cheetos politely. Drawing from viewer questions, personal experiences, and occasional historical facts, they approach each topic with empathy, warmth, and humor. The show, developed in 2019, emphasizes understanding the underlying principles of etiquette and fostering kindness in everyday interactions. Their conversations aim to help listeners navigate moments of social uncertainty or embarrassment, reflecting the universality of etiquette challenges. Leighton, a two-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, and Bonnema, a comic and writer, bring complementary perspectives to the podcast, blending practical insight with comedic timing. The show has built a diverse community of listeners, from conservative grandmothers in Tallahassee to nonbinary chefs in Seattle, united by shared experiences of social missteps and the desire to do better. They have released episodes weekly without interruption, reaching over 100 episodes, and continue to focus on creating a positive, inclusive space for discussing how to treat others with respect and care.
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