Mind Over Manners (MoM): Raising Your Social IQ
58 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsDid you ever have a question you were too uncomfortable to ask? How about finding yourself in a socially awkward situation and being unsure of what to do next? Mind Over Manners is a tool that can help! Lisa Godley and Sondra Woodward’s podcast endeavors to raise your social IQ. Join us each week for insights ranging from proper wedding and funeral etiquette, to how to handle that workplace romance, and even that online interaction on social media. Email your comments or questions to [email protected] or find us on Facebook @MindOverMannersPodcast.
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Episodes
Proper Primary Procedure
February 25, 2020 19:00 - 1.07 MBThe Virginia primaries are fast approaching! Virginia is one of the many states that will cast ballots on March 3rd, also known as Super Tuesday. A volunteer organizer with experience working on presidential campaigns joins us to show how we can engage in primary organizing respectfully and effectively.
Valentine's Day Etiquette
February 13, 2020 14:00 - 1.07 MBTIS THE SEASON AND LOVE IS IN THE AIR. OR IS IT? JOIN US AS WE NAVIGATE THE UPS AND DOWNS OF WHAT SOME SAY IS THE MOST ROMANTIC DAY OF THE YEAR. VIRGINIA’S RELATIONSHIP EXPERT, ALVEAN LYONS, JOINS THE CONVERSATION TO GIVE US HER INSIGHT ON HOW TO SURVIVE VALENTINES DAY!
Gift Etiquette
October 10, 2019 14:00 - 1.07 MBPicking the perfect gift can be challenging. But, receiving one can sometimes be even harder. What should you do when you get a gift you just don’t like? Kim Wadsworth joins the conversation to answer all of our gift giving and receiving questions.
Avoiding Family Drama
June 24, 2019 14:00 - 1.07 MBOn the next Mind Over Manners, the family reunion, cookout and wedding season is in full swing. So how do you avoid conflict and family drama? Dr. Angela Jones joins us with ways to navigate those potentially explosive family situations.
Hygiene Hiccups
May 13, 2019 14:00 - 1.07 MBWhat’s the best way to respond when someone has something hanging out of their nose, or their zipper is undone, or their breath is so strong that your eyes water when they speak? Kim Wadsworth joins the conversation with tools to help us address those hygiene hiccups!
Bird Watching Etiquette
February 20, 2019 14:00 - 1.07 MBSpring is just around the corner! We get outdoors with our own Dwight Davis (of Birdnotes fame) who explains best practices for catching a glimpse of our feathered friends.
Holiday House Guest Etiquette
December 11, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBWhether you’re the guest or the host, there’s a certain etiquette to follow this holiday season. We’re joined by Kim Wadsworth who shares best practices when it comes to Holiday House Guests!
Halloween Etiquette
October 29, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBHave you ever wondered if you should give kids something other than candy for Halloween? Or maybe you're wondering about the best way to handle things if you don't want to celebrate the Holiday. On this episode of Mind Over Manners we discuss the dos and don'ts of Halloween Etiquette with someone who is really in the holiday HearSay producer Paul Bibeau!
Donation Etiquette
October 15, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBIf you're doing some fall organizing and have things you'd like to give to charity, first listen to our coversation with Goodwill's Danielle Cronin about making the most of your donations.
Returning to Workforce
October 01, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBChanging careers or returning to the workforce after a break? We discuss job-hunt best practices with Priority Staffing's Michelle Tickle and Susan Simmons.
Yoga Etiquette
September 10, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBHoping to find your balance through yoga? We've got the etiquette of the yoga studio from yogi Maggie LeFante.
Wedding Etiquette, Part 2
August 13, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBIt's wedding season! Perfect time to revisit our conversation with VOW Magazine's Kim Wadsworth. Up next: Guest Etiquette.
Wedding Etiquette, Part 1
July 30, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBIt's wedding season! Perfect time to revisit our conversation with VOW Magazine's Kim Wadsworth. Up first: Bride and Groom Etiquette.
Airbnb Etiquette
July 16, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBThinking of trying out Airbnb for your next trip? We'll talk to Jeff Henry about how the rules and experience differ from a hotel stay.
Hotel Etiquette
June 04, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBAs you make those summer getaway plans, we get some tips from Hilton Norfolk The Main's Justin Beale on how to make sure your hotel stay is a first class experience.
Civilian-Military Interactions
May 21, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBCommander Dave Hecht from Naval Air Force Atlantic discusses how civilians can best interact with their military friends and neighbors.
Golf Course Etiquette
May 07, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBLet's grab those clubs and hit the links! But first, a refresher on the golf course rules from Honey Bee Golf Club's Austin Green.
The Stop: An Attorney's Perspective
April 23, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBWe talk to a criminal defense attorney about how to interact with the police officer during a traffic stop.
The Stop: Interacting with Police
April 09, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBWe revisit our conversation with Norfolk Police Chief Larry Boone about how best to work with the police officer during a traffic stop.
Birdwatching Etiquette
March 26, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBSpring is finally here! We get outdoors with our own Dwight Davis (of Birdnotes fame) who explains best practices for catching a glimpse of our feathered friends.
Protest Etiquette, Part 2
March 12, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBWe get a law enforcement perspective on effective protesting from Commanding Officer Todd Williams from the Norfolk Police Department.
Protest Etiquette, Part 2
March 12, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBWe get a law enforcement perspective on effective protesting from Commanding Officer Todd Williams from the Norfolk Police Department.
Protest Etiquette, Part 1
February 26, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBReady to exercise your right to free speech? If that means participating in a protest, you'll want to hear tips from PETA's Daniel Carron on how to make sure your message is heard.
Protest Etiquette, Part 1
February 26, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBReady to exercise your right to free speech? If that means participating in a protest, you'll want to hear tips from PETA's Daniel Carron on how to make sure your message is heard.
Hair Salon Etiquette
February 12, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBTime for a haircut or new look? Rashida Weekes explains some common courtesies expected by your stylist.
Breaking-Up Etiquette
January 29, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBValentine's Day isn't always all roses and chocolate. Relationship expert Alvean Lyons returns to Mind Over Manners with the guide for surviving a break up.
Gym Etiquette
January 15, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBHappy New Year! The MoM team is back, getting in shape with personal trainer Lynnette Vargas, who has the rules of the gym.
Gym Etiquette
January 15, 2018 14:00 - 1.07 MBHappy New Year! The MoM team is back, getting in shape with personal trainer Lynnette Vargas, who has the rules of the gym.
Holiday Houseguest Etiquette
December 18, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBMoM wraps up 2017 with Kim Wadsworth, who will provide best practices for that holiday stay with the family, whether you’re the host or the guest.
Holiday Office-Party Etiquette
December 04, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBHR expert Julie Woodard has tips for keeping it fun and classy during the workplace festivities.
Holiday Office-Party Etiquette
December 04, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBHR expert Julie Woodard has tips for keeping it fun and classy during the workplace festivities.
Shopping Etiquette
November 20, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBReady for the holiday shopping season? Retail expert and personal shopper extraordinaire Jessica Mills has tips for keeping your cool while finding deals on Black Friday and beyond.
Air Travel Etiquette
November 06, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBThe holiday travel season is only days away! Before you leave on that jet plane, hear what a veteran flight attendant has to say about making sure that trip is safe, comfortable and civil for everyone.
Air Travel Etiquette
November 06, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBThe holiday travel season is only days away! Before you leave on that jet plane, hear what a veteran flight attendant has to say about making sure that trip is safe, comfortable and civil for everyone.
Parent-Teacher Interactions, Part Two
October 23, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBFall is here, which means the kids are back to school and it’s time for those first parent-teacher meetings! On the last episode of Mind Over Manners, we got a teacher’s take. For Part Two, Shelly Jones, Director of the Tidewater District of the Virginia PTA, provides some parental guidance on interacting with educators.
Parent-Teacher Interactions, Part One
October 09, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBKids are back in school and it's time for those parent-teacher conferences. We have veteran educator Dr. Barry Graham here with a teacher's take on cultivating relationships among those vested in our children's future.
Tailgating Etiquette
September 25, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBAre you ready for some football? More importantly, are you ready to tailgate? Chief Tailgating Officer Chris Gunnufsen has the rules of the pre-game show.
Tailgating Etiquette
September 25, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBAre you ready for some football? More importantly, are you ready to tailgate? Chief Tailgating Officer Chris Gunnufsen has the rules of the pre-game show.
Communicating with Your Congressperson
September 11, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBCarolyn Caywood from the League of Women Voters of South Hampton Roads dicusses how best to interact with your legislators.
Movie Theatre Etiquette
August 28, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBIf you're taking in the latest blockbuster film at the theatre, Antonio Jones from Allied Advertising (they bring major motion picture screenings to town) has some best practices for making sure everyone enjoys the experience on the big screen.
Movie Theatre Etiquette
August 28, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBIf you're taking in the latest blockbuster film at the theatre, Antonio Jones from Allied Advertising (they bring major motion picture screenings to town) has some best practices for making sure everyone enjoys the experience on the big screen.
Restaurant Etiquette
August 14, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBDining out is a social contract between the server and the customer. Restaurant guru (you can find him at Grain in downtown Norfolk) Stephan Stockwell explains.
Symphony Etiquette
July 31, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBAttending a symphony performance? Turns out some rules are meant to be broken. Others, not so much. Dr. Raymond Jones breaks it down for us.
Social Media Etiquette: Instagram & Snapchat
July 10, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBNavigating the rules of social media can be a challenge. ODU's Dr. Myles McNutt is back to help figure out Instagram and Snapchat.
Social Media Etiquette: Facebook & Twitter
July 03, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBNavigating the rules of social media can be a challenge. We've got ODU's Dr. Myles McNutt to help in part one of two segments. This episode tackles Facebook and Twitter.
Beach Etiquette
June 26, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBHappy Summer! Headed to the beach for the long holiday weekend? Capt Tom Gill from the Virginia Beach Lifesaving Service has tips for keeping that trip fun, safe and civil.
Beach Etiquette
June 26, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBHappy Summer! Headed to the beach for the long holiday weekend? Capt Tom Gill from the Virginia Beach Lifesaving Service has tips for keeping that trip fun, safe and civil.
Black or African American?
June 19, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBYour new friend is a person of color. Does he prefer to be referred to as black or African American? NSU's Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander explains the origins and significance of both identities.
Coming Out
June 12, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBHampton Roads Pride President Michael Berlucchi explains the key moment in a LGBTQ person's life, and how you should respond when a friend or loved one comes out.
Coming Out
June 12, 2017 14:00 - 1.07 MBHampton Roads Pride President Michael Berlucchi explains the key moment in a LGBTQ person's life, and how you should respond when a friend or loved one comes out.