Books on etiquette don’t necessarily reflect rules everyone is actually following – they’re more like what the author thinks the ideal standard of behavior should be. This episode looks at six such books from history.
Aug 1
SYMHC Classics: Libertalia
This 2018 episode covers Libertalia, which, in truth, may be completely fictional. It's called a pirate settlement, though the man who spearheaded it claimed he wasn't actually a pirate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
32m 22s
Aug 2022
Etiquette, by Emily Post, Part 3
<p>Let's return to this manual of manners, and learn how to pay a check, walk down a theater aisle, and navigate the social complexities of the opera box. Also, just…be nice. Good advice!</p> <p> </p> <p>Help us stay 100% listener-supported and ad-free for all!</p> <p>Patreon: <a ... Show More
50m 55s
Mar 2021
Etiquette, by Emily Post, Part 1
<p>Let's sink into sleepy social niceties with this classic of manners, behavior and good breeding. If you ever wondered how to introduce a bishop at your fancy luncheon, Mrs. Post is here for you.</p> <p><span style= "color: #030303; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; fo ... Show More
57m 45s
Oct 2025
Etiquette, by Emily Post, Part 8 - Servants
Let's relax with more from this classic of classy behavior, and learn about the roles of servants in a good household. What they do, what they wear, and how to pronounce val-et, which your reader corrects upon reading this. Whoops! Also, once again, we learn that treating workers ... Show More
55m 30s
Jun 2024
Etiquette, by Emily Post, Part 6
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Let's return to this relaxing classic and learn more sleepy advice about paying visits, leaving cards, proper wedding invitations, and how to sit in a chair. Dear listeners, it seems your reader had no ... Show More
54m 11s
May 2023
Answers to the FAQ of Modern Etiquette
The charge to be well-mannered, to treat others with civility, kindness, and respect, is perennial. But the rules for how to carry those manners into action, the rules of good etiquette, change over time.Given all the cultural and technological changes modern society has experien ... Show More
50 m
Nov 2025
Author of Just Good Manners: William Hanson – Etiquette, British Dining Codes, & The Art of Grace in a Noisy World
The Gstaad Guy sits down with William Hanson, one of the world’s leading etiquette authorities and author of Just Good Manners, to explore the role of civility and decorum in a rapidly changing world. Known for blending British tradition with contemporary wit, William reflects on ... Show More
1h 13m
Dec 2024
50 Things Every Young Gentleman Should Know by Bryan Curtis and John Bridges
In today's podcast we discuss "50 Things Every Young Gentleman Should Know," a guidebook by Bryan Curtis and John Bridges offering etiquette advice for young gentlemen. We'll cover a wide range of topics, from basic politeness (saying "please," "thank you," and "excuse me") to mo ... Show More
10m 58s
Aug 2025
Table Manners and Tudor Scandals | 94
Just like us, royals are not immune to cringe-worthy moments. Caroline of Brunswick nearly flashed the crowd at her own wedding — while her groom got plastered across the church. Classy! To avoid pulling a royal faux pas, Brooke and Aricia are joined by Bonnie Tsai, founder of Be ... Show More
39m 8s