Valentine's: How To
Hello Internet! This week's episode is all about VALENTINE'S: HOW TO! We hope you enjoy and be sure to share with a friend!
Feb 12, 2018•44 min•Ep. 104
Shmanners
Join husband Travis McElroy and wife Teresa McElroy every Friday and they'll improve your etiquette week by week! Perplexed by thank you notes? Baffled by black tie? Dismayed by dinner parties? Worry no more, Shmanners has your answers!
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Saying It With Flowers
Hello Internet! This week we learn all about SAYING IT WITH FLOWERS! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend!
Feb 05, 2018•43 min•Ep. 103
Being Late
Hello Internet! This week's episode is all about what to do when you are LATE! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend!
Jan 30, 2018•53 min•Ep. 102
When You're Sick
Hello Internet! This week is all about what to do WHEN YOU'RE SICK! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend!
Jan 22, 2018•48 min•Ep. 101
Farts
Hello Internet! This episode is all about FARTS! Recorded LIVE at the Yeager Symposium in Huntington, WV with special guest Dr. Sydnee McElroy! Enjoy and be sure to tell a friend!
Jan 17, 2018•37 min•Ep. 100
Ask Shmanners
It's another ASK SHMANNERS mailbag episode all about answering your questions! Enjoy and please be sure to tell a friend!
Jan 08, 2018•43 min•Ep. 99
Elizabethan Christmas (LIVE)
Please enjoy this LIVE episode recorded at Candlenights 2017 all about ELIZABETHAN CHRISTMAS! And remember, 'tis the season to be sharing!
Dec 27, 2017•32 min•Ep. 98
Caroling
Hello and welcome to another holiday edition of Shmanners! This week is all about CAROLING! When did it start? How do you do it and how do you watch others do it? What is a carol anyways? All this and more! Enjoy and be sure to tell a friend!
Dec 18, 2017•42 min•Ep. 97
Pizza (LIVE)
This week it's our live episode from Chicago all about PIZZA! We know we said it was going to be caroling, but due to travel and stuff we had to push it to next week. Still, this episode is way good and you are gonna love it!
Dec 12, 2017•36 min•Ep. 96
Christmas Pudding
This week is all about CHRISTMAS PUDDING! The history, the etiquette and the recipe! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend!
Dec 05, 2017•41 min•Ep. 95
Wine Tastings
Hello Internet! This week is all about WINE TASTINGS! Enjoy listening to Teresa talk about things she knows. Sort of enjoy Travis talking about things he sort of knows! If you like it, be sure to tell a friend!
Nov 28, 2017•43 min•Ep. 94
Turkeys (LIVE!)
This is our Thanksgiving special all about TURKEYS! Recorded live in Chicago!
Nov 21, 2017•30 min•Ep. 93
Holiday Decorations
Holiday season is in full swing and you know what that means: HOLIDAY DECORATIONS! How much is too much for the office? How soon is too soon to put them up? What if you don't celebrate Christmas? How did certain decorations become traditions? All that, plus answers to even more of your questions! We also create a brand new beloved holiday character that everyone can enjoy! Enjoy and please be sure to tell a friend!
Nov 14, 2017•45 min•Ep. 92
Public Displays of Affection
Hello Internet! This week is all about PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION! When, where and what is appropriate? Is it ok in front of your family? All these answers and more! Plus, hear us rant about platonic male affection! What fun!
Nov 06, 2017•50 min•Ep. 91
Fondue (LIVE!)
Hello Internet! This one is all about FONDUE! An added bonus, it was recorded live in Nashville! We sure hope you enjoy!
Oct 30, 2017•31 min•Ep. 90
Trick or Treat
Hello Internet! Welcome to our Halloween special! This time is all about TRICK OR TREAT! Can one give out non-candy? (P.S. Check out "teal pumpkin project") How much candy should you give out? What if you don't want to give out candy? How did the tradition get started? All these questions are answered AND MORE! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend!
Oct 24, 2017•42 min•Ep. 89
Socks, Stockings and Tights
This week is all about SOCKS, STOCKINGS AND TIGHTS (also Leggings, Hose, etc.) and you may be wondering, "what's the difference"? Well, listen and find out! Plus, find out why we started wearing them! We also talk a lot about "fun socks"! Join us! Enjoy us and tell a friend!
Oct 16, 2017•43 min•Ep. 88
Wedding Anniversaries
It's time for another very special episode! Not only is this episode about WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES, it actually IS Travis and Teresa's wedding anniversary! At least, it was on Friday! So join as we discuss the historical and modern ideas for anniversary presents and why they are what they are. Plus, answers to your questions! Enjoy and be sure to share!
Oct 09, 2017•43 min•Ep. 87
Dolley Madison
Hello Internet! You've joined us once again for another very special biography! This time, the first(maybe?) First Lady DOLLEY MADISON! Did she save a bunch of important documents and portraits? Probably! Did she help shape the office of First Lady? Definitely! Find our more and if you enjoy it, please tell a friend!
Oct 02, 2017•42 min•Ep. 86
Housewarming
Hello Internet and welcome to our home! Well, our podcast really, but we try to make it very home-y! This episode is all about HOUSEWARMING! How did the tradition get started? Are presents expected? What kind of presents are appropriate? Do you throw them for yourselves? Answers to all these and even more of your questions! Enjoy and be sure to share!
Sep 25, 2017•40 min•Ep. 85
Weddings: Eloping
Hello Internet! So, what is ELOPING? If you're like us, you think you know! In reality it's kind of hard to define and we try really hard to! We also discuss why someone might elope and how families might react. Plus, find out about popular elopement destinations and some famous elopement stories. All that and answers to your questions! Enjoy and please remember to share!
Sep 18, 2017•46 min•Ep. 84
Princess Di
This week is all about PRINCESS DI! First, a little about the Sloane Rangers. Then, how Diana Spencer became Princess Diana, her impact on the image of the Royal Family, how she captured the world's attention, and her legacy!
Sep 12, 2017•55 min•Ep. 83
Swear Words
Hello Internet! Good bleeping afternoon you beautiful bleepers! Are you ready for a bleeping good episode? This one is all about SWEAR WORDS! Where do these words come from? Why are they taboo? What do you do if you say one in front of kids? Are they ever ok to say? Answers to all these questions and more! Enjoy and be sure to share!
Sep 05, 2017•46 min•Ep. 82
Barber Shops and Salons
Hello Internet! Before we start our description... there's something different about you, isn't there? Is that a new shirt? New shoes? OH! You got your hair cut! This episode is all about BARBER SHOPS AND SALONS! How much do you tip? Do you have to talk? Is it ok to say no to a shampoo? How do you find a new stylist? What's the historical significance of the barber? All these questions and MORE! Enjoy and be sure to share.
Aug 21, 2017•51 min•Ep. 81
Baths and Showers
Hello Internet! Let's scrub up, rinse off and get right down to it! This week is all about SHOWERS AND BATHS! Is it ok to use your hosts shampoo? As a guest, how long is too long for a bath or shower? When did people start showering? How often do we really need to bathe? Answers to all these questions and more! Enjoy and be sure to share.
Aug 15, 2017•40 min•Ep. 80
Laundromat
Hello! Welcome friends to another bubbly episode of Shmanners! This week is all about LAUNDROMATS! How many machines can you use? Can you use the change machine even if you aren't doing laundry? Do you have to wait with your clothes? When did we start using dryers? Is it ok to touch someone else's clothes? Answers to all these questions and a whole lot more! Enjoy and be sure to share.
Aug 07, 2017•44 min•Ep. 79
Jane Austen
Hello Internet! We're back and we sure did miss you last week! This time, we have a very special biography episode. You may have recognized the name? Plus, some bonus Regency period etiquette. Enjoy and be sure to share!
Jul 31, 2017•41 min•Ep. 78
Party Games
Hello! It's time for another round of Shmanners! Are you ready to play? Because this week is all about PARTY GAMES! You know, Charades? 20 Questions? That kind of thing! Learn all about the history of party games including one that involves a flaming surprise! Travis also shares some of his favorite modern day party games! All that, plus answers to your questions! Enjoy and be sure to tell a friend!
Jul 17, 2017•55 min•Ep. 77
Libraries
Shhhhh!!! Hello Internet! Anything in particular you're looking for today? Anything we can help you find? Maybe a book on manners? Maybe LIBRARY MANNERS in particular? Well, you've come to the right place because that is what this episode is all about! Do you really need to be quiet? Should you reshelf your own books? How did libraries get started? Answers to all these and more! Enjoy and be sure to tell a friend!
Jul 10, 2017•47 min•Ep. 76
Coffee Houses
Good Morning! How about a nice cup of joe? Cup of mud? You know, coffee! This week is all about COFFEE HOUSES! How many additions to your drink is too many? What's in that fancy drink you love? Can you ask to change the music? How did coffee houses get started any way? What's the difference between a coffee house and a cafe? Most importantly, how long can you hang out before it's a problem?! Answers to all these questions and more! Enjoy and be sure to tell a friend!
Jul 03, 2017•51 min•Ep. 75
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