ABOUT THIS EPISODE
What happens when the great-great-granddaughter of America's most famous etiquette expert takes on modern manners, wedding drama, and even cannabis culture?
In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, Erin Egnatz welcomes Lizzie Post, co-president of the Emily Post Institute, bestselling etiquette author, and host of Awesome Etiquette and Emily Post Wedding Stories, for a fascinating and refreshingly candid conversation about tradition, authenticity, and the evolution of social expectations.
Growing up in the legendary Emily Post family didn't necessarily mean a childhood of perfect manners. Lizzie shares a hilariously uncomfortable childhood experience involving pizza, an unexpected family tradition, and the pressure of carrying a famous name.
Together, Erin and Lizzie explore how etiquette has evolved since Emily Post published her groundbreaking book in 1922, why genuine kindness matters more than rigid rules, and whether being too polite can actually become a problem.
The conversation also takes an unexpected turn into the world of weddings. Lizzie discusses how painful personal experiences initially made her reluctant to write about wedding etiquette, until interviewing 40 married couples completely transformed her perspective and inspired a new podcast.
And then there's Higher Etiquette, Lizzie's groundbreaking book exploring cannabis culture through the lens of modern manners. From puff-puff-pass etiquette and cannabis at weddings to challenging outdated stereotypes about marijuana users, Lizzie explains why respectful behavior matters even when the social rules are still being written.
In this episode, discover:
What it's really like growing up in the Emily Post family
How etiquette has changed over the last century
Why authenticity matters more than simply appearing polite
The challenges of reinventing the Emily Post books for modern readers
How wedding drama inspired a surprising change of heart
The unexpected intersection of cannabis legalization and etiquette
Why Higher Etiquette challenges traditional perceptions of cannabis culture
Whether you're fascinated by American cultural history, curious about modern social expectations, planning a wedding, or simply wondering whether there's a polite way to pass a joint, this conversation proves that good manners aren't about perfection. They're about respect, consideration, and human connection.
Connect with Lizzie Post:
Website: https://emilypost.com
Podcasts: Awesome Etiquette and Emily Post Wedding Stories
Substack: https://emilypost.substack.com
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