Podcast Episodes

Episode #42: Shame and Weight Gain

After putting on some weight, a listener is going to return to her home town for a reunion, fully expecting upfront comments about her body. How can …

11 years, 4 months ago

Episode #41: Very Personal Items

A college professor asks how to give his students dignity and space in a public place when he runs into them at the drugstore buying very personal it…

11 years, 4 months ago

Episode #40: It’s Their Party

Breakfast for dinner is an epic level move. Putting together a fun wedding is, too. Does it work to combine the two? What will the family think?

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11 years, 4 months ago

Episode #39: How a Post Gets Married

Dan got married! And we get to hear all about it. From the clothes to the food, the music to the ceremony, and the sangeet to the chuppah.

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11 years, 5 months ago

Episode #38: Can You Be Too Approachable?

When the people around you share their unasked-for opinions about politics and religion, or give detailed accounts of medical procedures they’ve unde…

11 years, 5 months ago

Episode #37: The Long Hallway Greeting

You’re walking down that long hallway at work. You see an acquaintance at the other end walking towards you, but it’s far too early to make contact. …

11 years, 5 months ago

Episode #36: Mrs. [Husband’s Name Goes Here]

Some say it’s still proper for a wife to be called by her husband’s name. Others call it painfully outdated. Who is right? The answer is complicated.…

11 years, 5 months ago

Episode #35: Graduation Gifts and the Treadmill Boss

You’re invited to a dual grad party, but you only really know one of the graduates. What is the gift-giving protocol?

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11 years, 5 months ago

Episode #34: The Accidental Date

You think you’re just going out for a drink. He clearly doesn’t. What is the best way to handle this without being rude?

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11 years, 6 months ago

Episode #33: Cutting The Face Painting Line

Your family has waited 90 minutes in the face painting line. A 4 year-old is trying to cut the line, and his guardian is nowhere to be seen. What do …

11 years, 6 months ago