MannersCast Sighting: Blades of Glory

Well, not really a sighting but something that might cause fans of The MannersCast to grin quietly to themselves.

The line happens about half way through the film Blades of Glory starring Will Ferrell and Jon Heder. Ferrell enters the kitchen in one scene and says, "Top of the Mornin'"!

I was certainly excited since it could be that we are the only folks that say that anymore... maybe us and Ireland.

It's a pretty funny movie and certainly worth the price of admission to hear that line!

Taking over the world? I think so! Ha ha ha ha...

Episode 35: UPDATE!

Well, Colin and I did a little research about YIELDING TO THE MERGER. I came up empty, but Colin says it's in the books that when someone is entering a highway or interstate, it is necessary for the full speed traffic to provide space for the newcomer.

I still would like to get a detailed explanation of this from any of our law enforcement friends. It would be much appreciated!

Thanks,
Trent

EPISODE 35: Felons and Vegetarians

Cammie from Montgomery, AL is pulled over, and one of our vegitarian listeners gets "fed-up"! Sometimes being mannerly is the safe thing to do.

It took WAY too long to get to the email from Cammie... many apologies! I think we all got a little fed up with the comments that have been made to listener Hannah in Alaska about her choice to be a Vegetarian. It's so great when our listeners send us questions and feedback! It makes The MannersCast a better show!

FAKE TIP OF THE WEEK: End a Children's Book Early

This is only for the enjoyment of the adult and should not be applied as the only way to read a children's book. We are certainly not interested in ruining anyone's childhood so maybe it would be a good thing to do under your breath at the appropriate time. Then again, your kid might get a kick out of it!

Let us know what YOU think! Post a comment on the blog or email us at mannerscast@gmail.com, and we'll make an effort to talk about your comment on the podcast.

Trent

EPISODE 34: Net-iquette

Jonathan from Mac Tips Daily interviewed me about a brief history of The MannersCast plus online net-iquete for email, instant messaging, and sharing your feelings about your computer. Check out ThinkMac.net to find out more about Jonathan and his podcast.

Let us know what YOU think! Post a comment on the blog or email us at mannerscast@gmail.com, and we'll make an effort to talk about your comment on the podcast.

Trent

EPISODE 33: Gifts AGAIN? and My Degree

An email from Diane re-opened the wound so we had to discuss her discussion of Group Gifts. See her whole post HERE.

Also, Derek takes issue with people using their College Degree or Masters to justify themselves for correcting people.

Let us know what YOU think! Post a comment on the blog or email us at mannerscast@gmail.com, and we'll make an effort to talk about your comment on the podcast.

Trent

EPISODE 32: Peeing in Planters

We've been on a bit of a break with life getting in the way. Many apologies! We'll make an effort to be more regular with posting The MannersCast. Thanks for your patience.

IN THIS EPISODE: What are people thinking letting their kids do crazy, uncomfortable things in public? Also, are you willing to let someone know when something is wrong with their car? How much information is too much?

"Excuse me! Your car is falling apart."


Let us know what YOU think! Post a comment on the blog or email us at mannerscast@gmail.com, and we'll make an effort to talk about your comment on the podcast.

Trent

How to Be a "Good" Person

I noticed on my daily dose of Wikihow.com there are a number of "How To" articles on how to be good at relationships. It is certainly important for the other party in any relationship to be courteous and kind, but we can't wait around all day and expect everyone to be trying as hard as we are!

I think it's most important for each of us to be the one who is "good" in the relationship. It affects our own attitudes for the better and can even (slowly) change the attitude of the other person in the relationship... that is if they are not already as kind and considerate as we are.

We should not expect anything of them and everything of ourselves so I found some great articles on wikihow.com that can point us in the right direction. If you're interested in seeing the list, go to their website and search "be a good". You'll find articles on the following and many more.

It's up to us if we're going to take over the world!

Trent


Learn how to:
Be a Good Kid
Be a Good Customer
Be a Good Boyfriend
Be a Good Sister
Be a Good Parent
e a Good Girlfriend
Be a Good Roommate
Be a Good Child
Be a Good Listener
Be a Good Person
Be a Good Son
Be a Good Father
Be a Good Mother
Be a Good Ninja (very important!)