ABOUT

Hi, I’m Parker Reynolds, the voice behind idliketospeakwiththemanager.com. Growing up in a bustling city filled with all walks of life, I’ve witnessed my fair share of frustrating encounters with those impossible-to-please characters we affectionately (or not so affectionately) call “Karens.” This blog is my outlet—a space where I share stories, observations, and rants about these all-too-familiar figures who make everyday situations unnecessarily stressful.

From restaurant disputes over the smallest of details to retail tantrums that disrupt entire stores, Karens seem to thrive on creating conflict. I aim to shine a spotlight on the absurdity, the injustice, and the sheer entitlement they embody. This isn’t just about venting; it’s about exposing the patterns of unfairness and demanding accountability. After all, nobody needs a Karen ruining their day.

When I’m not dissecting the latest outrageous incident, I’m an advocate for kindness and fairness. It might sound contradictory, but understanding these moments helps me—and hopefully you—recognize what’s acceptable and what’s beyond the pale. My mission is to fuel outrage in a constructive way: by raising awareness, sharing relatable experiences, and, if you’re like me, finding a bit of catharsis in knowing you’re not alone.

By day, I work in customer experience consulting, where I analyze how businesses can handle difficult encounters better. This professional insight gives me a unique perspective on Karen culture—how it affects workers and customers alike, and what can be done to push back against entitlement and injustice. By night, I’m here, writing and rallying a community that refuses to tolerate bad behavior.

If you’re tired of witnessing entitlement run rampant and injustice packaged as “customer service,” you’ve come to the right place. idliketospeakwiththemanager.com exists to unleash the stories that make you want to scream, laugh, or maybe even punch the nearest wall—because, hey, sometimes rage is a powerful reminder that change is needed.

Join me as I break down the latest Karen antics, share wild stories sent in by readers, and explore the social dynamics behind this frustrating phenomenon. Together, we’ll unpack the entitlement epidemic and advocate for a more reasonable world.

Thanks for stopping by. Let’s call out the Karens and demand better—for workers, customers, and anyone caught in between.