The Rhetoric Rick Show
Episodes
Public places and lack of consideration
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I know you've noticed when you go to public places/outings how people just lack the common courtesy to clean up after themselves. Be it a parking lot,...
Spotify takeover and public areas
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I cover that Spotify took over Anchor and the possible outcomes of the show. Also, my gripes about people in public areas and how the...
Why is everyone more successful than me?
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why does it seem like everyone is making more money than me or just has a better life than me? I get into this facade in this episode.
Riding in elevators
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Elevators - we all use them, we all love and hate them due to the awkwardness when we enter and ride with other people. What's your story?
Restaurant and kids
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is an age-old debate for me. Why I agree that people should be able to have a night out away from minors.
Day off challenges and work woes
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vacations and days off - fantastic right? Well, I cover the day that you come back to the office/work/school and the pitfalls of trying to remember wh...
Random morning rant and a bad situation is a blessing
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I talk about an incident at Starbucks and the building elevator. Both happened this morning. Also, when a bad situation can be a blessing in dis...
Walkers during rush hour, office luncheons
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Runners, joggers, and bicyclists that like to work out during rush hour traffic. You know who I'm talking about. Yes, the same people that you have to...
My work disappointment and people who leave doors open
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I received the call I never wanted to get. No, I'm not being cut or demoted. I'm just not being promoted (the whole reason I came up to Portland). Thi...
Bad weather drivers and Valentine's Day thoughts
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You know someone, or you probably are, a bad driver when the weather is ugly. It's dangerous and inconsiderate. That and why I believe Valentine's Day...
Traffic lights, recession, adult decision making
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever noticed how some traffic lights are 'smarter' than others? One will detect that you're waiting at a red light and switch quickly while o...
Rude workers, antiquated employees, Flavia machines
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I know I talk a lot about being kind and generous with service workers but what about when they're rude and unattentive? In line with this topic, I co...
Work drama, early morning people, and parking
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Workplace drama is unavoidable - so I'm told. I miss the days when I had the office and streets to myself in the a.m. Lastly, parking is horrible and ...
Restaurant, street trash, and construction worker rant
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is it with chain restaurants and their long waits? What about people who just leave their trash on the street? What about construction workers wh...
Unsolicited advise I don't want.
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever told anyone your goals/plans/wishes and they proceed to tell you what you should do, or why that's not a good idea, or just have opinion...
2023 me and airport rants
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Where have I been? I briefly cover what's been going on and my show plans for this year. I also have my travel rants - TSA & kids!
End of Year show
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What I've been up to lately and end-of-year thoughts. Oh, and holiday travel gripe.
My time away and airing 'dirty' laundry on social media.
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, I've been away for a few weeks now. What's been going on and what have I been doing? You'll find out. Also, why do people put their 'business' ou...
The bathroom episode
12 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Before you report me - hear me out. I go over a listener-inspired idea of bathroom pet peeves. You know you have them too, I'm just sharing mine. ...
The 'Work on Yourself' episode
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I go over what I've been doing these last few weeks to better myself internally and externally. What book I'm reading that has changed my perspective ...
My firs re-recorded episode, truck parking, monkeypox
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I go over why I had decided to re-record this episode. What is it with trucks and giant SUV's parking next to my small car and will monkeypox backtrac...
Dealing with emotional pain
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a follow-up from my Ghosting v. 3.0 ways of getting over emotional pain and how to deal with it. These are ways that help me and I'm not offer...
Ghosting 3.0 and dealing with it
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The third part of ghosting. This time I talk abut actually being ghosted instead of doing it. I'm still okay with it. I cover why and how I deal with ...
Roe v. Wade protests and social media 'news'
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a few days since the overturn and of course there have been protests. Are protests productive and efficient when we go on a freeway and bloc...
Mid Year thoughts
24 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What I learned from myself during my vacation time in L.A. My direction in life (both socially and professionally). This and some of the proclivities ...
Workplace gossip, Teal Downs and false idols
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A TikTok came out explaining why you shouldn't gossip with people at work - duh!!! My one-minute fascination with Teal Downs and how she, and her show...
My Story and Journey
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I recently had a listener email me a question asking about why and when I started this podcast. I cover my history and reasons and a bit of backstory ...
Bad week, recession woes,
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I give you an update on the past week for me and what's been going on. I definitely talk about the recession and how it's been a good opportunity for ...
Housing, dry spells, Men's Wearhouse return
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How ridiculous are housing prices right now? You know the perils of it. Have you ever had a dry spell? I may be going through that now or a mid-life c...
Mask mandate and our inner social politician
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The mask mandate has been lifted everywhere. Yes, I have mixed emotions about that. I go over my illness recovery and ask the question if our inner 'p...
The adolescent coworker and social queue's
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You ever had a coworker who has stated that they're an adult but complains like a child? Of course, you've had. You did this yourself. I know I have. ...
Health, housing bubble, recession....blah, blah, blah
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Where have I've been? Sick! Not COVID but just sick. I cover recent economic topics and want to hear from you regarding inflation and recession fears....
The Slap heard 'round the World - Will Smith incident
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Just when the Oscars got really boring. I still don't watch them BUT everyone heard about this incident. Was Will justified or unhinged? I give you my...
Gas gouging and what is a 'nice guy'?
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Russia-Ukraine is the reason for gas prices to go up? Really?! I also visit the topic of why being labeled a 'nice guy' is not a compliment and how it...
Who should pay on dates (revisited)
17 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I have briefly talked about this topic in a prior episode. Now I go over my rationale and how todays modern men should allow their dates to go half or...
Who do you harbor feelings for?
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Wait.....it's not what you think, totally. Who has impacted you with strong emotion but you never got around to telling them what they meant to you? I...
Life changing events, ways people leave
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you've ever had a conversation or a minor incident that just completely shook you down to the core and started changing your thoughts? I recently...
Celebrities endorsements and self branding
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you noticed how celebrities can sell anything? Even if they have no idea/experience what products/services they're backing? It's because they the...
Vices and a Archbishop controversy?
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I recently had a conversation with a few friends regarding vices they spend too much money on. Their responses were interesting and I even share my vi...
Hungover, Sports fan tipping, tattoos
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What do you crave when you're hungover? I go over what I crave and how there was no Sunday podcast because of it. It's NFL Playoff season and I discus...
The Trump phenomena, NFTs, inflation
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How is Trump still relevant? Short answer - his loyal followers. I cover this and the kid who made $$ of a joke NFT, and my gripe with inflation. ...
Olivia Culpo vs. AA and what influencers make
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I go over a dress code incident between Olivia Culp and American Airlines (hint: kudos to AA). Also, have you've ever been curious what influencers ma...
Dave Ramsey and OnlyFans
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Ramsey is still around and has followers - wow! My fascination with this Charleton and how a teacher makes more money on OnlyFans than actually t...
2022 first episode and the meaning of inconsideration
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year to you. In this first episode of 2022, I cover the peril of taking a group picture for your online dating profile and an incident at an...
Last episode of 2021!
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I go over a few podcast stats, discuss my favorite episode, 2022 plans.
Starbucks thoughts and what makes superior customer service
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I was asked recently what makes superior customer service. A few Starbucks incidents made me really think about this topic.
6+ people seating, social media debt collecting
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how people are still bringing in large parties to restaurants - even when understaffed. I also go over a new technique d...
2022 ideas, Social app break, eBay clothing
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The way I record these episodes may change next year. I know, how exciting. I also go over how it's not worth going on dating apps during the holiday ...
Thanksgiving hiatus, Sbux unionization, IKEA furniture
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A few topics were covered in this episode. What happened to me the last few weeks around Thanksgiving, my thoughts on Starbucks store unionizing, and ...
Gov'nr McConaughey?! and ghosting part 2
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt McC is really thinking about running for governor of the state of Texas and I cover how I actually understand his decision to not vaccinate his k...
My update, Aaron Rodgers, ghosting people
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did I take on a 3rd job? I explain what's been going on with me lately and what to expect. Aaron Rodgers kinda lied? I cover how NFL Commentators were...
Mental outlets and dress codes
31 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
2 part episode: This show isn't sponsored but I see it as a 'venting' outlet for me. I stress the importance of finding an outlet for your thoughts an...
Elevator encounter and more dating tips
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is it with Millenials and the lack of social courtesy with them? I talk about an incident on the elevator and how socially inept the next generat...
Celebrity gift ideas, really?! Online dating profile tips and Halloween.
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I cover a lot in this episode but didn't get into too much 'fluff' and 'padding.' Not sure why we need to buy what celebrities have. If you don't know...
Self-checkout jerk and chatting dating app drop
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you've ever been in a self-checkout line anywhere? Of course, you have! Remember the jerk that took their time to scan a handful of items a...
The National Debt Ceiling and my absenteeism
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's budget season again and congress talks about the national debt and ceiling. It seems like we go over the same 'heated' debates every time the bud...
Empty gestures we use
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Let's get together sometime. We should grab a drink later on. We need to hang together. Let's just be friends." All this should sound familiar. It's ...
Rules are Rules!
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's wearing a mask, being vaccinated, or just simply having a shirt on - every establishment has rules. You have rights. Guess what - so do t...
Individuality - really?!
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you really believe you're completely unique and no one is like you on this earth? Do you think that you don't 'fit in' with groups or with other pe...
Individuality - really?!
18 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
So we think it's real. I believe it's real - to an extent. In this episode, I cover how people have taken this concept too far. Although details may d...
Online learning overload!!
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone is trying to sell you something once you show interest in learning something new. Name the subject, and someone is ready with a course, ebook...
4-1 of small things to gripe about
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last part of our four-part series of small things not to gripe about. I know this list wasn't too relevant for most of us but I managed to stretch it ...
Split! Why are we so divided now?
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you sold on any issue/political platform right now? Why are people jumping on bandwagons? It's crazy to think during uncertain times, people have ...
9-5 small things to gripe about
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 3 or our 4 part series. In this part I cover the perils of having an uncool car, exercising, flight delays, parking, and being too hot and col...
14-10 of small things to gripe about
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is part two of our four-part series of 20 small things to gripe about. This comes from an article that was suggested to me regarding what people ...
20-15 small problems to gripe
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a new 4 part series I'm doing for you all. I'm taking a different route today regarding griping about one topic. A friend suggested going over...
Vaccinations and masks, again!
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Here we are again talking about masks and how it's become a fully legit hot topic - again. State governors are trying to 'punish' schools for mandate ...
AsKholes - people who ask but never execute.
15 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you've ever had someone ask you for your opinion/advice and just never apply it? You know the one person who keeps complaining about the same thi...
Chat and Email irritations
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever get into a heated argument via chat, email, feed, etc.? Has that other person come back with the small grammatical errors and typos you did? Mayb...
Cell phones and entitlement customers
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you've ever used a cell phone or someone around you has in a restaurant? Why? Especially if you're going to use speakerphone. Also in the show, e...
Guys need to buy their own clothes!
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gentlemen - I'm seeing this too much. Whatever city I live in - it's a recurring problem. Women are buying clothes that are obviously not for them. Ti...
Traveling alone concern
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode I explore the topic of traveling alone. I am a big proponent of doing things by yourself. Checking out restaurants, bars, road trips, ...
Mexican food in Portland and the lack of supermercados
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Portland is a beautiful city that has a lot of history and plenty of eateries. Restaurants that represent food from different parts of the globe can b...
Online dating gripe with hope
18 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a bit different because I had a situation where the love story sours but the takeaway is priceless. I cover the gripes that come as pa...
Bitter worker gripe
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever known someone who's been at their job a little too long? They complain, they're complacent and everyone either talks about them or they'...
Inflation sucks - I want my bicycle!
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you've seen how many items have gone up during the quarantine? How about how they've gone up a little bit more now that the recovery started? Eve...
Happy 4th of July - fireworks suck!
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I get it, it's America's birthday and we should celebrate. We should celebrate responsibly though. Find out why I think ALL fireworks should be outlaw...
Heatwave/Workplace politics gripe
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Wow, global warming might be real. The whole west coast is under a heat wave with no end in sight. Also, workplace politics frustrating you? Yeah, me ...
Finding store employees/Post pandemic traffic gripe
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I cover 2 different topics on today's show. Not a gripe but how is that that when you actually need a store employee for help - you can't find one. Al...
Housing is out of control gripe.....
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Let me guess - you can't afford a home either? Even if you're gainfully employed or a business owner making decent returns - you still can't afford a ...
Parking lot gripes
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who else has seen the a-hole who takes up two spots, or leaves shopping carts in random areas, or parks in handicap spots 'really quick'? All this in ...
Why do people order extra drinks and/or food but don't consume it?
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You asked for it and your server delivered it. You wanted more coffee, water, soda, etc. Maybe you had a big meal but ordered a side of tater tots or ...
Kids in bars - who does this?
23 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Regardless of what you think, kids don't belong in bars. They don't want to be there and adults want an environment where they can be adults. Simple a...
Package Delivery System Gripe
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My gripe is with how packages are just left out for anyone to take. Not a knock at delivery drivers or any courier company in particular. Just don't l...
To Mask or Not to mask - R. Schroder's an A-hole
16 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
CDC loosened mask requirements and how it affected retail/restaurant industry. Why Ricky Schroder should be barred from social media.
Restaurant tipping
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
An incident that happened on Mother's Day and why it's important to tip your server.
AWOL - Wear your masks
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's been one year since I've recorded and submitted a recording on here. Yes, one year since my podcast went dark. I didn't think anyone was listenin...
Epidemic hoarding
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
People hoarding supplies that professionals need.
Dog walking gripe
27 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
People who walk their dogs and don't bother clean up after them. What is that about?
Thanksgiving gripe
28 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, it's about family. It's always about family and the ones you DON'T want to see! Who can relate? That's right, YOU!
Door Opening Gripe
23 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Why do some people not want to hold open doors or ride elevators with other people. That's just rude.
The Rhetoric Rick Show (Trailer)
20 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas