In 2023 we are re-launching an old favorite: Modern Manners Guy! We wanted to give our host, Richie Frieman, a moment to re-introduce himself here before the show officially starts in February.
"My name is Richie Frieman, a husband, father of two, and as St. Martin's Press has dubbed me, a “Modern Day Renaissance Man” due to a rather unorthodox career. From a life as an author and illustrator of seven books in multiple genres, an artist, screenwriter, cartoonist, and even a champion professional wrestler, I like to think I have seen the world from many unique angles. Outside of the arts, I'm also the Co-Founder/CEO of Brand U Sports, an innovative sports marketing firm.
Now, my approach towards etiquette isn't exactly what I could call white glove or 'hoity-toity.' I look at manners as a way of striving on a daily basis to improve how you treat the people around you and doing your best not to be a jerk. Whether it's in the office, family life, or your personal interactions, I'll be addressing things that I have witnessed but also, I'd love to hear what you have seen and thought to yourself, 'I can't believe they actually said that?'"
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