Trev Chirps, also known as Trevor, is a TikTok creator known for his funny and polite heckling videos at baseball games. Richie and Trev discuss Trev's approach to making baseball fun for the players and the crowd with his lighthearted and well

3 of the worst types of golfers

Oct 9th, 2023 11m 47s

Golf can be a great way to gather with your friends for several hours of fun, relaxation, and exercise. Sadly, that won’t happen if you bring one of the three worst golfers on Earth with you who make every hole feel like pure torture thanks to

3 of the worst people at a buffet

Oct 2nd, 2023 10m 26s

Whoever invented the concept of buffets probably didn’t foresee the widespread display of unmannerly behavior that would accompany someone’s third helping of chicken potpie. Or maybe they did… and that disgusts me even more.Modern Manners Guy i

3 of the worst pickleball players

Sep 25th, 2023 12m 15s

Who would have thought a game that looks like it was invented by college kids after an all-night bender would become a worldwide phenomenon? And like all sports, some of the athletes can’t control their inner weirdo when it comes to some friend

The rudest things people say to you when you get back from prison (with Ian Bick)

Sep 18th, 2023 27m 17s

Richie speaks with Ian Bick, who spent three years in federal prison for fraud and is how an advocate for prisoner rehabilitation. Ian has had to face a lot of embarrassment and uncomfortable conversations where people rudely judged him for wha

7 of the rudest sports parents (Part 2)

Sep 11th, 2023 12m 47s

Nothing says, “Have fun and try your best” better than an insanely rude parent demanding excellence from their nine-year-old athlete on Sunday afternoon at their soccer game.Modern Manners Guy is hosted by Richie Frieman. A transcript is availa

7 of the rudest sports parents (Part 1)

Sep 4th, 2023 13m 54s

You know what they say about kids’ sports; it’s all fun and games… until an incredibly rude parent gets kicked off the sideline after telling the referee where said parent would like to shove the soccer ball. Modern Manners Guy is hosted by Ric

3 of the rudest fantasy football players

Aug 28th, 2023 11m 15s

You would think the word “fantasy” in fantasy sports would allow everyone to chill out a bit when it comes to preparing their various teams… but you’d be wrong. Very wrong.Modern Manners Guy is hosted by Richie Frieman. A transcript is availabl

Modern dating etiquette with Kim and Grandma Gail from Excuse My Grandma

Aug 21st, 2023 30m 22s

How has dating etiquette changed over the years? Richie sits down with Kim and Grandma Gail from the podcast Excuse My Grandma to discuss all things dating.Modern Manners Guy is hosted by Richie Frieman. Have an etiquette question? Email Richie

3 of the Rudest Dining Icks

Aug 14th, 2023 11m 3s

Even a three-star Michelin-rated dining experience can be ruined by a gross diner who gives more icks than said restaurant has likes on social media. Modern Manners Guy is hosted by Richie Frieman. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a

3 of the rudest Uber passengers

Aug 7th, 2023 10m 3s

You would think the checks and balances system of Uber would keep both driver and passenger on their best behaviors during the ride, yet sadly, not all trips are five-star worthy.Modern Manners Guy is hosted by Richie Frieman. A transcript is a

The 3 rudest diners in the restaurant

Jul 31st, 2023 12m 7s

As someone who can mess up microwavable Minute Rice, I rely on restaurants when I want a good meal. So, as a frequent diner, I always make sure to treat the wait staff with respect. However, there are some improper restaurantgoers out there who

The 3 worst road trip passengers

Jul 24th, 2023 10m 59s

Whether for work or pleasure, a road trip doesn’t always have to be such a grind. In fact, some calming me-time on the open road is good for the soul… well, unless one of your passengers makes you want to run the car off of steep a cliff out of

The 3 rudest coffee shop squatters

Jul 17th, 2023 9m 47s

There is nothing wrong with carving out time in your day to knock out some work, study, or relax with a nice book at your local coffee shop. However, there are MANY things wrong with rude people who treat a coffee shop like their own personal o

Top 3 worst people on July 4th

Jul 10th, 2023 11m 13s

Every holiday has its ups and downs, quirky routines, and is never a bonafide hit with everyone. However, on July 4th, the idea of celebrating our wonderful nation turns into a bizarre showcase of America’s Not Got Talent.Modern Manners Guy is

3 of the worst video conference coworkers of all time

May 29th, 2023 11m 11s

The luxury of being able to video conference from anywhere in the world, at any time, has allowed coworkers to catch up at a moment’s notice. Despite video conferencing becoming an integral part of the work, there are STILL some people who can’

9 weirdest coworkers you’ll ever meet, part 3

May 22nd, 2023 11m 23s

Rudeness comes in all shapes and sizes, but when said unmannerly person has other quirks which make them a little off, it can be difficult to address it so easily. Then again, there are some people whose weirdness is so off-kilter that being a

9 weirdest coworkers you'll ever meet, part 2

May 15th, 2023 11m 40s

In my tenure as Modern Manners Guy, I like to think I could make a top 1,000 list of the rudest people in the office but I’ve narrowed it down to a three part series, outlining my favorites… well, least favorites, but you get my drift. Now, let

9 weirdest coworkers you’ll ever meet, part 1

May 8th, 2023 12m 18s

In my tenure as Modern Manners Guy, I like to think I could make a top 1,000 list of the rudest people in the office but I’ve narrowed it down to a three-part series, outlining my favorites… well, least favorites, but you get my drift.Modern Ma

3 rules for business air travel

May 1st, 2023 10m 28s

Traveling for work can be a rollercoaster ride of emotions and mental stresses affecting your entire body. Yet, nothing makes your trip worse than having to endure all the “pleasantries” that come with flying. Modern Manners Guy is hosted by Ri

3 awful excuses for being late

Apr 24th, 2023 10m 52s

No one likes to be late and no one likes to be the one having to wait. However, if you are going to miss the meeting time, you better have a good reason and it should always be truthful.Modern Manners Guy is hosted by Richie Frieman. A transcri

Can you curse in the office?

Apr 17th, 2023 9m 48s

Whether you’re about to go nuts due to a stressful situation or just want to add a little extra color to a conversation, determining when and how to curse in the office is something to be handled very carefully. Modern Manners Guy is hosted by

3 types of Corporate Nepo Baby and how to handle them

Apr 10th, 2023 10m 11s

There’s hardworking and there’s hardly working when dealing with a Corporate Nepo Baby. Whichever type of Corporate Nepo Baby you run into, be it dedicated or distracted, you will have no choice but to work with them, despite their delusions of

3 types of conversations to avoid in the office

Apr 3rd, 2023 10m 28s

With all the time you spend at work, you tend to get comfortable around your peers, which can lead to talking more freely than you should. However, regardless of your friendly relationship with your coworkers, there are definite red flag conver

3 rules for proper business travel

Mar 27th, 2023 10m 9s

Whether traveling for business is a hassle or a joy, the surefire way to ruin your trip is embarrassing yourself and acting sloppy. Modern Manners Guy is hosted by Richie Frieman. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have an etiquette questi