Episode 250In this episode, we sit down with etiquette expert and Ladies of London: The New Reign star Myka Meier to discuss the realities behind reality TV. From navigating on-screen drama with grace to balancing authenticity, family life, and business growth, Myka opens up about trust, boundaries, and the surprising lessons she learned during filming. We also explore how etiquette can shape conflict resolution, the unseen friendships behind the scenes, and what’s next for Beaumont Etiquette and her evolving public persona after the season.https://www.beaumontetiquette.com/aboutUse promo code NOTBASICBLONDE20 for an extra discount on courses!GuestMyka Meier is a world-renowned etiquette expert and protocol instructor, two-time best selling etiquette author, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of the New York City based consultancy Beaumont Etiquette and the co-founder of The Plaza Hotel Finishing Program.Named “America’s Queen of Good Manners” by The Times Magazine, and “The Queen of Etiquette” by The DailyMail, Myka has been instructing etiquette since 2012, working with private individuals to Fortune 100 companies globally. A dual American and British citizen, Myka specializes in social, dining, and business etiquette and international protocol. After studying at multiple traditional etiquette schools in the United Kingdom, she trained in London under a former member of the Royal Household of Queen Elizabeth II. Myka is author of two best selling etiquette books including Modern Etiquette Made Easy and Business Etiquette Made Easy.  Additionally, she is the founder of Mini Manners,  the go-to global hub for children’s etiquette- offering fun and free educational videos, practical family advice, kids manners resources, and engaging content that’s helping parents and children everywhere learn kindness, confidence, and respect. Myka can be seen featured across international media including The Today Show, Vogue, TIME, The Jennifer Hudson Show, Fast Company, People Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar, The New York Times and countless other publications, radio and television shows. Called “the etiquette expert to the stars” by Jennifer Hudson, Myka has worked with Gwyneth Paltrow, Snoop Dogg, Jessica Alba, Reba McIntire, Ryan Serhant, Heather McMahon, Dr. Oz and countless others.A global ambassador for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospitaland the Princess Grace Foundation, Myka is an avid volunteer in underprivileged communities and is passionate about supporting educational and children’s non-profits.  Follow along on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mykameier TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mykameierFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MykaMeier/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mykameieretiquetteHost Olyasha Novozhylova @notbasicblonde_NotBasicBlonde Podcast @nbbpodcast