Jenny Says So Podcast
Welcome to Jenny Says So—the podcast where modern etiquette meets real life. I’m Jenny, a modern-day etiquette expert, former wedding officiant & professional, and co-founder of the first registry platform for divorce support. With 20 years of studying religion and communities under my belt, and as the creator of the VASE Method of communication I have a lot of opinions about what etiquette is and what it should be. I’ve been featured in Time Magazine, The New York Times, Real Simple, and more talking about everything from the least worst way to cancel your wedding to gifting in awkward circumstances.
My superpower? Knowing when to leave the party—and I’m here to answer all your questions about boundaries, manners, and navigating life as a human in this wild world. Each week, I’ll tackle one of your questions and break it down in a way that’s approachable, not stressful, because etiquette doesn’t have to be archaic or stuffy. Let’s leave the outdated rules behind and redefine how we connect. Follow Jenny Says So on your favorite podcast platform, and head to FreshStartsRegistry.com/JennySaysSo to send your questions (they can be anonymous!) —I can’t wait to hear from you!
- Update frequency
- every 20 days
- Average duration
- 8 minutes
- Episodes
- 11
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Overloaded with Oversharing in Oregon: what happens when you become the unofficial office therapist?
You know that moment when being the “nice one” stops feeling kind and starts feeling crushing? That’s where our final caller of the season finds herself: kind, empathetic, beloved by her coworkers—an…
Feeling Steamrolled in Pennsylvania: how to respond when friends change your plans last minute
In this episode of Jenny Says So, Jenny dives into the complexities of friendships—specifically how to navigate awkward moments and misunderstandings with grace and empathy. She emphasizes the import…
Need Boundaries Advice in New York City: how to manage social obligations when out-of-town people visit you
In this episode of Jenny Says So, Jenny dives into the complexities of social obligations when friends or acquaintances visit a city. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, being authen…
Confused about Caregiving in California: how do you set boundaries with your own parents?
In this heartfelt episode, Jenny dives into the emotional complexities of setting boundaries—especially in adult relationships with parents. Prompted by a listener question about navigating caregivin…
Guilt-Stricken Wedding Guest in Wisconsin: do you REALLY have to give a wedding gift?
In this episode of Jenny Says So, Jenny tackles the tricky topic of wedding gift expectations and whether guests should feel obligated to give one—especially when attending a wedding already comes wi…
Stuck on Small Talk in South Carolina: how do you move from small talk to deeper conversation?
This week on Jenny Says So, Jenny tackles a question from a listener, Stuck on Small Talk in South Carolina, who wants to move beyond surface-level conversations but isn’t sure how. They find themsel…
Guilt About Gifts in Georgia: do you always need to bring a hostess gift?
This week on Jenny Says So, Jenny tackles a question from a listener, Guilt About Gifts in Georgia, who’s unsure about the etiquette of bringing gifts when visiting someone’s home. From housewarming …
Far away friend in Florida: How to support a friend after they lost everything in a fire
In this heartfelt episode of Jenny Says So, Jenny tackles a listener’s question about how to support a close friend who lost everything in a devastating wildfire.
Hi Jenny, I have a close friend who …
Don’t want to feel weird in Wyoming: how to handle greeting people in professional settings
In this episode of Jenny Says So, modern-day etiquette expert Jenny tackles a relatable question from "Don't Want to Feel Weird in Wyoming" about navigating greetings and introductions in mixed socia…
No Longer a Hugger in New York: how to navigate shifting personal boundaries
In this episode of Jenny Says So, modern-day etiquette expert Jenny tackles a heartfelt question from "No Longer a Hugger in New York." Jenny explores how to navigate shifting personal boundaries, pa…
Welcome to Jenny Says So Podcast
Welcome to Jenny Says So—the podcast where modern etiquette meets real life. I’m Jenny, a modern-day etiquette expert, former wedding officiant & professional, and co-founder of the first registry pl…