The Rhetoric Rick Show

You ever notice how bartenders tend to either be chatty or just transactional? I'm not talking about when they're busy, but when they actually have time to chat but either do or don't with you. Also, coworkers who don't get how irritating they are.

Have you frequented a local restaurant to find out there was a large corporate party that evening? It could be very frustrating especially with the large amount of people there. The restaurant I went to, handled it especially well. Also, my social activity for that evening.

Welcome back. In this episode, I talk about my very first traffic incident in the PNW and how I thought someone stole my milk from the company fridge. Also, a few updates and me being back on the 'app.'

Living in the PNW the weather can be a bit deceitful at times. Especially during the springtime. It can be sunny and beautiful for a day or two and then BAM!! Rain and wind are back in town. This and why I still don't like Spotify and now Amazon streaming is on my radar.

A few things going on this episode. Taking in your auto for routine maintenance and finding out there's more than meets the eye. Job hunting is a job in itself. Coming back to the office after a few days/weeks of vacation can be a struggle.

You ever notice how everything is always urgent? Is it really? Most likely not. That and how workplace cliques still exist.

A few updates about me and my job search. Also, the perils of getting older.

Have you ever been to the point where you're on the fence about your job and then they promote someone you thought would probably not get promoted ever? How about a rematch of the 2020 Election? This and the positive things I've been doing for myself lately.

Have you ever had a perception about a coworker and you come to find out that you were wrong? That happened to me recently, very humbling. I talk about this and a few updates in this episode.

Morning commuters: your lane is stopped and once you merge to the next lane to pass the gridlock you come to find out it's someone trying to get into the Starbucks parking lot - frustrating. My side rant about large pick up truck drivers and updates.

I have 3 interesting stories that have happened to me from the last episode I recorded. Also, some updates I would like to share with you.

Being a dumpling fiend, I am partaking in the dumpling week here in Portland. Find out my frustration with it and why I am hating Spotify podcasting more now.

Ever seen when people get too chatty with the waitstaff? How about when a random person gets chatty with you?

This is good episode, I think. I go over my thoughts about my work kitchen and how it gets cleaned up (hint: it doesn't). Also, my first (and probably last) time watching someone live on TikTok.

Do you have a crazy, nosy, and/or vindictive coworker? If so, make sure you comment and let me know your story. This and how is sucks getting older.

Today I talk about a gripe that I'm trying not to live - checking out at work. With my decision to move being firm, I'm trying not to fall into this category. Also, I update you on a milestone I just achieved.

Special episode - update on LA/LV move (verdict in). Also, winter weather woes and when a company gets too big.

Happy New Year to you all. For those who remember - LA or LV? I found out where I'm moving to and other updates.

This episode was a long time coming. This topic could go on and on but I decided to talk about a few recent incidents that happened to me.

These people who like to have 'pow-wows' in the middle of a walkway. You've seen them or are one that just likes to take up space where people are walking, why? Also, why are bicyclists so entitled?

Updates regarding my time in Portland and pet owner gripes.

The long-awaited episode. Where I read what some of the gripes you submitted to me and give you my thoughts on it.

Don't you hate when people cut in line, especially when no one notices or even calls them out on it? What about people who leave their carts in the middle of the aisle at a store? This and why Las Vegas is of importance to me.

Just a few updates about me and my situation. Also, drivers who are in the passing lane and don't move.

There's an old saying to 'keep your friends close but not too close,' which I wholeheartedly agree. But would you give a stranger your whole story knowing that they'll never see you again? I did, find out what happened.