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Were You Raised By Wolves?
Were You Raised By Wolves?
Join EmmyĀ® Award-winning journalist Nick Leighton and acclaimed comedian Leah Bonnema (Late Show with Stephen Colbert), the perfect odd couā€¦
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Recent Episodes

March 24, 2025

Vacationing at All-Inclusive Resorts, Demanding Cash at Weddings, Using Other People's Waterpiks, and More

Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah tackle vacationing at all-inclusive resorts, demanding cash donations at weddings, using other people's Waterpiks, and much more.
March 17, 2025

Bailing on Bad Accommodations, Attending Virtual Housewarmings, Moving Meetings "Up," and More

Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah answer listener questions about bailing on bad accommodations, attending virtual housewarming parties, moving meetings "up," and much more.
March 10, 2025

Naming Dogs in France, Going to Open Houses, Reading Books in Bathrooms, and More

Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah tackle naming dogs in France, going to real estate open houses, reading books in bathrooms, and much more.
March 3, 2025

Accepting Unwanted Packages, Eating Duplicate Salads, Celebrating Letter Openers, and More

Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah answer listener questions about accepting unwanted packages, eating duplicate salads, celebrating letter openers, and much more.

About the Hosts

Nick Leighton Profile Photo

Nick Leighton

Host & Producer

NICK LEIGHTON is a two-time EmmyĀ® Award-winning talk show host and journalist originally from a small hippie commune in Northern California. Nick produces and edits the podcast and currently resides in Manhattan.

Leah Bonnema Profile Photo

Leah Bonnema

Host

LEAH BONNEMA was born in the rural mountains of Maine and has a tendency to love the wolves. Today, sheā€™s an acclaimed comedian doing stand-up on televisions (ā€œLate Show with Stephen Colbertā€) and stages across the United States. She currently splits her time between Los Angeles and New York.

Reviews

Yes Yes Yes!

"This podcast is the ONLY podcast I confidently subscribe to. Thank you for making me laugh. Thank you for not having annoying commercials ten times throughout your show. Thank you for giving me a litā€¦"

CarliRB | Feb. 1, 2021

Be a better person by listening to this podcast!

"Nick and Leah give absolutely fantastic advice on how to navigate tricky situations while being kind, courteous, and still looking out for yourself. It is such a delight to hear new episodes every wā€¦"

liz_loves_manners | Jan. 27, 2021

Run, donā€™t walk, to subscribe!

"This fantastic podcast has it all - witty repartee, substance, and inspiration for all of us to make this world better together!"

mimiizbosna | Jan. 25, 2021

Nick and Leah are a light in my life

"Iā€™ve been binging this podcast for a few weeks now and I just love the levity that Nick and Leah bring to a lot of really tough situations. They take me out of every day stresses, and teach me thingsā€¦"

Queef Wellington | Dec. 22, 2020

Super!

"The advice that Iā€™ve received from Nick and Leah has directly influenced on my life in a positive way on several occasions! Iā€™m so grateful to have their help when negotiating tricky social situationā€¦"

EE Etzler | Dec. 10, 2020

You are a cordial of kindness!

"I love how much I have learned about interacting with people during this year of non interactions! The wolves that raised me would be proud of your kind, gentle reminders of how people can be a betteā€¦"

AK Ferries matter! | March 8, 2021

My new obsession

"I adore this podcast. Itā€™s funny, itā€™s informative, itā€™s relatable and Nick and Lea have great chemistry. I love everything about this podcast, never stop!"

Girl in the holler | March 9, 2021

Love it!

"Absolutely great ! It has made me more cautious and mindful with interacting in the world."

forest luner witch | March 19, 2021

A howl out to Nick & Leah!

"Were you raised by wolves? is fantastically entertaining, heart-warming, and renewing faith in humanity one answer, vent or repent at a time."

Iciblues | March 25, 2021

Cordials of Kindness

"Iā€™d like to thank YOU, Nick and Leah! For leading us through the wilderness of etiquette with your knowledge and hilarity. I look forward to each and every episode!"

AGruber99 | March 26, 2021

So awesome!!

"Nick and Leah are soooooo fun to listen to! Funny, smart...every second of this podcast is great. Iā€™ve learned a lot, and laughed a TON. I very much recommend this podcast."

SAS4832 | April 1, 2021

My newest obsession!

"I love this pod! It's so easy to listen too. The voices of the hosts are easy on the ears and the length is perfect for my drive. I am also able to share with my daughter and we can discuss etiquettā€¦"

ajcinder | April 12, 2021

Fun and educational

"Love Nick & Leah!! Give this show two episodes before deciding if you like it. I liked it after #2 and was hooked by #3. Episodes average 30 min as well, so they are a nice length but donā€™t dragā€¦"

Cdawn711 | April 20, 2021

Every episode makes me lol

"Witty, informative, and so helpful! The hosts are both hilarious and have a very fun dynamic. They also give truly thoughtful and insightful advice. Love!"

annalistens29 | May 7, 2021

The best!!

"My favorite podcast! Laugh-out-loud hilarious AND useful. I discovered it 2 months ago and have listened to every episode since. Perfect levity for heavy times."

dypod | May 10, 2021

Iā€™ve learned so much!

"This podcast is excellent! As someone who was raised by wolves, Iā€™ve learned so much from listening to these episodes. Ive noticed some things I do regularly that I need to repent for. Serious thank ā€¦"

Fennigin | May 18, 2021

Entertaining and Educational!

"Leah and Nick entertain and educate with humor and kindness. I know you will love listening!"

pamerj | June 19, 2021

Kind and funny

"I love Leah and Nick! They are thoughtful and kind, and relate to our etiquette woes with humor and decisiveness. Great show!"

DocEmmie | July 16, 2021

Absolutely Amazing

"I love,love,love this podcast. It teaches me new things, and I feel personally ashamed that I have committed some of the etiquette crimes, and I am shocked about these rules. This podcast is teachingā€¦"

GojoSatoruIsBestBoi | Sept. 29, 2021

My Good-Mood Show

"This podcast always puts me in a good mood! The hosts are hilarious and thoughtful."

Weight Lifter Dani | Nov. 2, 2021

New favorite podcast!

"I am obsessed with this podcast. The advice is always wonderful but the best part is gearing Nick and Leahā€™s reactions to all of the rudeness going down in the world. Itā€™s a gem!"

šŸ™ŒšŸ¤ÆšŸ™Œ | Nov. 8, 2021

The podcast we need right now!

"This is my new favorite show. It hits the double whammy of being entertaining while also improving society. I had lost hope that manners matter anymore, but Nick and Leigh are keeing my hope alive. Iā€¦"

SassyM89 | Dec. 9, 2021

ABSOLUTELY DELIGHTFUL

"This podcast has helped me so much with my social skills and finding ways to be polite while maintaining my boundaries. I wish someone had taught me these things growing up. Thank you deeply for that."

i dont usually do this but... | Dec. 9, 2021

A Breath of Fresh Air!

"Nick and Leah are so lovely to listen to in this crazy world! Anytime I can learn something AND laugh, I am in! Not only do they dispense excellent advice (and amuse-bouche), but if you ask a questā€¦"

KPhos | Dec. 11, 2021

This show is the best!

"I LOVE this podcast so much! I love listening to Nick and Leah talk about the horrific etiquette crimes committed around the world. They always manage to make me laugh. Me and my mom listen to this pā€¦"

Kitkatpage | Dec. 21, 2021

Just a delight!

"I donā€™t even remember how I came across this show, but it is a delight in my weekly schedule! I also look forward to the playful banter and wit and I always leave with lots to ponder. I love that it ā€¦"

Mgcallister | Dec. 22, 2021

Prepare to cackle with glee

"This show is such a delight and a bright spot in my week! Leah and Nick are so personable, witty, and kind (with just the right amount of snark) and their advice is ever so gratifying. Thank you thanā€¦"

Lulu@harvard | Dec. 28, 2021

Lovely!

"Sweet hosts. Entertaining, engaging & educational šŸ¤“šŸ‘šŸ‘"

Fluffster Normalpaws | Jan. 6, 2022

Were You Raised by Wolves

"A delightful mix of fun, information, humor, and grace. This podcast is TOTALLY binge-worthy. Never a dull moment. Do yourself a favor and subscribe."

GH in SF | Jan. 20, 2022

Scratches an itch I didnā€™t know I had

"This show is the perfect combination of humor, information, and secondhand voyeurism (who doesnā€™t love hearing about other peoplesā€™ social drama?). I love it. I didnā€™t think Iā€™d love a show about manā€¦"

MF, the Marvy Meatball | March 5, 2022

Best Show In History!!!!!šŸ˜

"Hi Nick and Leah! Just wanted to say, I love love this podcast, if I had to choose the best podcast in history, I would definitely choose Were You Raised by Wolves! It is funny and influential, and jā€¦"

June + July = Summer ! | March 15, 2022

So Engaging

"This show is a bit problematically addictive for me, and the most engaging podcast I've ever listened to. On the plus side, I'm getting a lot done around the house because I keep needing "just one moā€¦"

Julie123 | March 24, 2022

Antidote for a rude word

"Oh my goodness! Where to begin with the praises I want to heap upon the fabulous hosts of this binge-worthy podcast. First off: this is fun, funny, addictive, educational, smart, and sassy. This is tā€¦"

Nellyda A. | March 28, 2022

My favorite podcast

"This is my favorite podcast, and therefore makes Mondays my favorite day of the week. Nick and Leah solve every problem with humor and panache, and they are delightful, engaging and just the right aā€¦"

Etiquette lover | May 21, 2023

So excited to find your podcast!

"I have just found your podcast, and have probably listened to 50 episodes in the last 2 weeks. Itā€™s so rare for a podcast to be clean, entertaining, and educational all at the same time! In a societyā€¦"

MOMONAD | June 2, 2023

Keeps on getting better!

"Move over ā€œMrs. Mannersā€. The 1-2 Punch that is the ā€œBonnema-Leightonā€ Powerhouse is an absolute delight. And they say etiquette is dead. 6 stars outta 5."

Lofi Digital Monk | June 13, 2023

Immaculate in every way possible

"This is the epitome of podcasts. Every episode is wonderfully crafted and clearly Nick and Leah care so much about their listeners and the quality of this incredible podcast. Thanks for providing a gā€¦"

xoIndigo | June 18, 2023

Must listen

"Wow! I binged the whole series in about 3 weeks. No one makes etiquette more entertaining or engaging than Nick & Leah You know when you finish a great book/show/podcast and think, ā€œman, I want moreā€¦"

lindseybein | July 28, 2023

Awesome!

"These two are so straightforward and TRUE! Love listening for a 'pick me up'. I would love to be at a party with the hosts."

T.Vigus | Sept. 25, 2023

Fun and so needed

"Love that youā€™re straight up honest about etiquette. So many basic manners are missed opportunities for building trust. Your wit and playful approach is a joy to listen to."

gilletja | Oct. 24, 2023

This show is invaluable!

"I canā€™t tell you how much I enjoy this show! I strive to be conscientious of etiquette and it can be challenging so I really appreciate your scripting advise! Congratulations on the first 200 episodeā€¦"

Nurse Lizbeth | Oct. 25, 2023

The very best podcast out there

"I have recently binge-listened to the entire 200+ episodes of this show! I have never been a podcast person, but Nick and Leah have fully converted me. I love the blend of knowledge and humor and havā€¦"

Elysssssa | Nov. 5, 2023

My go to on Mondays

"This is what I look forward to on Mondays. Great way to start the week. This duo is the perfect match. Not only do they supply great information about etichette but they are hysterical! This is by faā€¦"

Cat2128 | Jan. 8, 2024

The best thing on the internet

"This podcast is everythingā€”insightful, hysterical, educational, heartwarming. Iā€™ve listened to every episode, oh, maybe a dozen times over, and it still hasnā€™t gotten old. Thanks, Nick and Leah, for ā€¦"

shrimpscampi12 | Jan. 2, 2024

Awooooo!

"I so appreciate this podcast. I love how interactive it is, and Iā€™m always so curious to hear how Leah and Nick will solve the worldā€™s etiquette crimes. I learn something every time, and it inspired ā€¦"

Angie Kristine | Dec. 6, 2023

Required listening

"The world would be such a better place if everyone listened to this podcast. So smart, funny, informative, and polite! Etiquette is sexy."

lanalibrarian | March 7, 2024

Informative and Funny

"Nick and Leah are like the Johnny Weir and Tara Lapinsky of manners, you need them in your life!"

Jelly111613 | Feb. 9, 2024