
Awesome Etiquette
Hosts Lizzie Post and Daniel Post Senning answer audience questions about modern etiquette with advice based on consideration, respect, and honesty. Like their great-great-grandmother, Emily Post, Lizzie and Dan look for the reasons behinds the traditional rules to guide their search for the correct behavior in all kinds of contemporary situations. Test your social acumen and join the discussion about civility and decency in today's complex world.
Latest episodes

Dec 25, 2023 • 1h 8min
Episode 485 - No Obligations
On today’s show, we take your questions on returning containers empty, asking both sides of the family to speak at a wedding, moving furniture for contractors, and holiday party hand washing hygiene. For Awesome Etiquette Community Members, our question is about seeing a difficult coworker outside work. Plus your most excellent feedback, etiquette salute, and a postscript on thank you notes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 18, 2023 • 1h 4min
Episode 484 - Visiting Whom
Welcome Awesome Etiquette, where we explore modern etiquette through the lens of consideration, respect and honesty. On today’s show, we take your questions on brushing your teeth at the office, opening gifts from clients in front of them, someone asking to see your wound, and friends who always want you to come see them. For Awesome Etiquette Community Members our question is about keeping the toilet lid shut to contain germs. Plus your most excellent feedback, etiquette salute, and a postscript on getting kids ready for the holidays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 11, 2023 • 1h 3min
Episode 483 - Holiday Tips
On today’s show, we take your questions on listing your degrees in your email signature, conversations interrupted by kids, being honest yet polite, and people who repeatedly mispronounce your name. For Awesome Etiquette Community Members our question of the week is about responding when being teased in front of others. Plus your most excellent feedback, etiquette salute, and a postscript on Holiday Tipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 4, 2023 • 1h 4min
Episode 482 - Re-gifting Again
Explore the nuances of sending holiday cards and handling invitations with grace. Discover the art of promptly replying 'no' to invites and hosting your own birthday celebration. Unravel the complexities of gift-giving and re-gifting, emphasizing thoughtful communication. Plus, join a delightful discussion on gym etiquette and the importance of community in sharing gifts. With personal anecdotes and valuable tips, this episode brings etiquette to life in relatable ways.

Nov 27, 2023 • 1h 2min
Episode 481 - Phone-free Holidays
Welcome to Awesome Etiquette, where we explore modern etiquette through the lens of consideration, respect and honesty. On today’s show, we take your questions on using a two-handled soup bowl, keeping the holidays phone-free, arriving late to a holiday dinner, and being unsure if someone got your wedding gift. For Awesome Etiquette Community Members our question is about not inviting someone to a holiday this year who has been invited in years past. Plus your most excellent feedback, etiquette salute, and a postscript on holiday cards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 20, 2023 • 1h 13min
Episode 480 - Thanksgiving Host
Explore the nuances of Thanksgiving hosting, including the complexities of managing multiple hosts and the etiquette of gift-giving. Delve into maintaining friendships amidst busy schedules and navigating children's party invitations. Discover practical tips for handling tricky table conversations to keep the holiday spirit alive. Reflect on gratitude and thoughtful social interactions that elevate your gatherings. Tune in for insights on setting boundaries and achieving balance in both friendships and festivities.

Nov 13, 2023 • 1h 8min
Episode 479 - Bringing Dishes
Explore the fun of transforming a Bunco party into a birthday celebration. Discover how to maintain old friendships and navigate the nuances of hosting a baby shower. Learn the importance of setting boundaries while inviting contributions at gatherings. The conversation also covers evolving Thanksgiving traditions and modern business etiquette, highlighting the role of kindness and professionalism in today’s social and workplace interactions.

Nov 6, 2023 • 1h 5min
Episode 478 - How Much is That?
On today’s show, we take your questions on being asked how much something costs, the order of co-chairs on an invitation, managing a difficult family situation, and thanking someone for attending your wedding. For Awesome Etiquette Community Members our question is about agreeing to host something once, but not every year. Plus your most excellent feedback, etiquette salute, and a postscript on being a great guest of honor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 30, 2023 • 1h 14min
Episode 477 - Not Too Scary
This episode of Awesome Etiquette covers topics like conversation poaching, setting boundaries with family members, gym etiquette, and Halloween decorations. The hosts also share their experience watching a Taylor Swift movie at the theater and discuss the benefits of Factor, a meal delivery service.

Oct 23, 2023 • 1h 11min
Episode 476 - Not Feeling Rushed
Welcome to Awesome Etiquette, where we explore modern etiquette through the lens of consideration, respect and honesty. On today’s show, we take your questions on not wanting others to feel rushed at the dinner table, wearing flip flops at the office, feeding out-of-town guests at the rehearsal dinner, and where to dry your hands at someone else’s house. For Awesome Etiquette Community Members our question is a followup to a question about tipping with gift cards. Plus your most excellent feedback, etiquette salute, and a postscript on being a great guest of honor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices