The American Version of Polite

Send us Fan MailAfter eight years living in the United States, one thing still quietly fascinates me — not how polite Americans are, but what they’re polite about.From apologising for existing… To holding doors from impossible distances… To saying “sorry” before giving a compliment.These are moments that, back home in Australia, wouldn’t even register.This isn’t a criticism. It’s an observation.A look at how politeness shows up in different places — and what that says about culture, comfort, and the assumptions we don’t realise we’re making.If you’ve ever moved countries — or simply noticed how small social moments feel different depending on where you are — this one will probably sound familiar.==============================================Support the podcast:☕ Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/fromdownundertodownsouth 🌏 Website: https://fromdownundertodownsouth.com 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FromDownUndertoDownSouth 📷 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068568677919 🐦 X: https://x.com/aussiemika74📩 Business enquiries & collaborations: [email protected] for listening.Hoo roo maties.Support the showCheck out additional content on our YouTube page!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjipgN51kc8swHyKeSx2tzw