Hug Etiquette

[achalneupane]

wealthy aging relatives :?

[bearchay889]

This is great it makes up for my childhood full of no hugs:D

[karaokeoriginal1s]

Awesomeness hugs!!*****

Big Hugs Back :)

Cindy

[karaokeoriginal1s]

Awesomeness hugs!!*****

Big Hugs Back :)

Cindy

[musosf]

Thanks Cindy!

[kateszandc]

This was awesome..lol! Enough said! Just awesome.

[musosf]

Hee hee - thanks!  I think Dr. Tucci will return at some point...

[kateszandc]

ooh can't wait! lol!

[videochick770]

: ))

[bartolemeo]

Brilliant ;)

[musosf]

Many thanks!

[MelodyElize]

Huggus Maximus! So sorry, I had to throw in smooches cuz I love you, LOL! You are the best!

[musosf]

Hee hee - thanks Melody!

[riverbasil]

as I watch this video for the millionth time, I smell smoke coming from the kitchen and I discover I burnt some mushrooms I was grilling!!! nooooooooo

note to self, never cook whilst watching youtube.

[musosf]

Erm...I think for most of us, that would simply mean "never cook."

Now see what you've done? I've got video paralysis because I need to plan all the hidden references and subtle jokes that will reward you for your multiple views of future videos! Tough crowd, tough crowd... :)

[dancegypsy]

How did I miss this?? Am I not subscribed, Mike? I was getting all your videos before. *shrug?* Weird. At any rate, this was fantastic! I loved it and mythreeguys looked stunning!

Oh, and so did her bearded girlfriend.

And bnessel.

Okay, okay. Everyone was gorgeous. 5 stars for certain.

[dancegypsy]

Just finished reading the comments (and commenting on half of them, I think!) and I have to say, they were as entertaining and delightful as this perfect video! Mike, you are absolutely brilliant. Your replies were priceless and if anyone seeing this hasn't read all the comments, believe me, they are rated 5 stars, just like the video!

[musosf]

Camille, you are such a sweetie. Somehow this guy just inspires me I guess. :) Thanks!

[stupiderthanjupiter]

Very informative and thorough. Thank you so much Mr. Tucci for this essential guide which will surely improve my interpersonal relationships!

[musosf]

The Institute is honored to be of service.

[samsarajade]

This may well be the most informative and useful video I have seen today! ;)

Love it!

[musosf]

Our work has never been so rewarding. Thank you Ms. Jade!

- Dr. T.

[worm2glow]

strictly awesome!! and SO true...unfortunately! ;-) 5 hugs for this one!

[musosf]

Yes...let's make a better world for future huggers! Thank you Mr. Glow.  And 5 Huggus Virtuali back to you!

[BrEnDaW924]

ok..one thing left to do

*hugging Dr. Tucci*

[musosf]

Mmm, Ms. 924...you have excellent hugging technique. You're a natural!

*hugsback, using techniques not discussed in this video*

[cooksterz]

Oh this was a great installment and learning tool. I must enroll in the friendly kiss, and the butt-patting classes next semester!!

[musosf]

The trifecta! Thank you for supporting the Institute.

[tunisianswife]

it is really interesting how body language speaks volumes. Same can be said about handshakes. ahhh, there's another one for you! thanks for the video(I'm the last example kind of hugger)

[musosf]

If all hugs were Maximus there would be no more war. :) Thanks and you're right about the handshakes, yet another volume! :)

[RiddleSpider]

Also, rubbing someone's back with enough pressure encourages the release of excess gas. Works on babies too.

[musosf]

You know, I discovered that when hugging NutCheese once. But I thought it was just her. Thanks for the tip! :)

[razellicious]

I love you, but you have issues. lol. This was just sooo wrong, 5* wrong. lol.

[musosf]

Hahaha - 5* wrong, I am stealing that!  Thanks Chris.

[dl737]

This was great. Thanks for the lesson - well done!!

[musosf]

Cheers Danny.

[DealyRizazamatizazz]

That was scarily funny. Great video.

[musosf]

:) Thanks Jay!

[greta314]

OMG! LOVED THIS!  You guys did such a great job on this!!!

[musosf]

Thanks Greta! They are the one-take twosome. Two! Two! Two actors in one.

[PrincessDiana161]

LOL this was extremely educational !

5 Estrellas and Faved

[musosf]

No pat-pat-pats from YOU when I see you in a few weeks! :)

[berzerkeley]

Just realized -- Dr. Tuchi MUST do a fan hair video!

[musosf]

Your wish is my command. Well, at least his WIG did one. :)

[NorCalCorsello]

Excellent. Top shelf video here. I would also note that the huggus minimus face and neck avoidance also aids to avoid catching an unwanted whiff of bad breath in certain cases.

[musosf]

An insightful point, Mr. Corsello. The relative merits and demerits of bad breath and bad perfume are such a subject of debate!

[nHisImage]

Loved this video! I am still laughing, bro. Classic! Well done. 5 stars and faved.

[musosf]

Thanks Omar! Judging from your hilarious collab with Joe, it appears we have similar wigs! :)

[yxxxx]

Simply brilliant

[musosf]

thank you!

[wylieweeks]

I can't help it, I never pass up a chance for a good grope. I'm a groper. I think I need to play your video again & again to set myself straight. Maximus thanks for the info. take care & be well - wylie

[musosf]

We're here to help, Wylie. Good luck with that.  Remember the Shake Defense.

[todieandwither]

Brilliant!

Why aren't you working on a sketch comedy show??

[musosf]

Because Brian, Joe, Mary Ann, Andrea and Wendy won't have me? I'm not bitter.

*sniffle*

[GeminiDoodle]

awesome xD

And all this time, i thought I was hugging properly :(

Thanks for showing me the right way!!!

[musosf]

How it does cheer the hallways of the Institute to hear you say that, Ms. Doodle. We are pleased to have been of service.

[Lilylulay]

As one who has often stated, "The more you pat, the less you care." to my mother in law, I find these guidelines to be incredibly helpful. xxOOO

[musosf]

Hahaha - the entire concept for this came from a variation on that! Then it became a lot less about the patting and a lot more about Dr. Tucci somehow. :) Thanks B!

[Spammyguy712]

I loved every bit of this, very clever and very funny!

[musosf]

In my experience, I find that some bits are more lovable than others. Therefore, to say that you love every bit is quite high praise indeed. Thank you Dean!

[TheMeltingSnowman]

Ahhh! I love this video! Great work Mike!

[musosf]

Thank you kindly, Mr. Snowman. But your appearance here reminds me of one of the Institute's long-unsolved mysteries: how does one hug a puddle? Granted, the shake defense is unnecessary in such circumstances but...

Our research continues.

[torigirl35]

oh, this was so touching. i mean i felt it all over and was touched. wait, was that redundant?

*tori*

[musosf]

Touching is our specialty here at the Institute, Ms. Girl35. I am glad to have had that impact upon you. Would you like my card? - Dr. T.

[torigirl35]

ye please. i would like your card and would you fax me as well? that would be so appreciated.

*tori*

[Cla452]

hahahaha I have never used the Huggus Maximus, isn´t that sad?! lol

[musosf]

Some people are skilled at getting the max for the minimum, which I don't think is sad at all! :)

[musosf]

*mumbles "toronto" under breath, hypnotically*

[bugsinrug]

Drl Tucci, thankyou so much for this informative video. I would be very interested in your thoughts on how to hug more than one person at a time without "certain" parts touching...especially if these people were umm..hee hee...nude. "hugs" Chris :-)

[musosf]

My, the topic of group hugging at nudist gatherings seems to be quite the popular one! I had no idea the YouTube community had such disdain for clothing. It is definitely important to avoid what the esteemed TheraminTrees refers to as the Velcro effect. Perhaps I can demonstrate at the many nudist events during the 888 gathering?

[bugsinrug]

Oh, yes, please do! I can't wait !!

[dubaiedge]

that was SO educational!

[musosf]

We strive to enlighten, Ms. Edge.

[dubaiedge]

more, more!

[riverbasil]

I can't keep away from this video...

...I'm worried.

[musosf]

It's like watching a car crash, isn't it? Or like watching *something* crash, anyway. :)

[jedimaster86]

Wow, you completely got me with the gential remark - hilarious job Mike, thanks for the warm and tender lesson of the day. =)

[musosf]

Thank you sir! Perhaps I should rename it the Dr. Giovanni Tucci Shake Defense? Then I might collect a royalty each time it is used? Let me think on that.

[imajeanyus]

oh my gosh.. this is too funny.. GREAT video.

and for the record.. i'm a total huggus maximuser :)

[musosf]

Ah...the Cadillac of hugs! I somehow knew it, Ms. Jeanyus. Thanks!

[TheSuckDetective]

hysterical

[musosf]

I am glad that this video's suckage eluded your powers of detection, Mr. SD! - Dr. T.

[suuzzee5]

Mike, this is too hilarious! I can now hug my cats without fear of offending them. Thank you so much! And...that wig makes you look really intelligent... :P

[musosf]

Ms. Zee5, you have inspired me! The study of human-feline, human-canine, human-bovine hugging is completely untapped! Thank you for this breakthrough idea. - Dr. T.

[suuzzee5]

o god...its brain is melded to mine...HELP!! :P

[oloigon]

great. now whenever i go to hug someone i'll have that male collision graphic in my head :|

[musosf]

Remember the Shake Defense!  It is your only salvation!

[lllutzke]

That was great. Sooooooo funny!

[musosf]

Thank you, Ms. Llutzke! Laughter brings us closer together than a Huggus Maximus ever could.

- Dr. T.

[maryann712]

oh i am SOOOOO groping you at 888...

[musosf]

And they say we academics can't get chicks except in our classrooms...HAH! Bring it on, baby!

Er, I mean...Ms. 712, it would be my pleasure to offer you an in-person demonstration of several embractic techniques when we meet. - Dr. T.

[breezin48]

hahahaha! This is great! I didn't know you were a Dr., too. Is there anything you can't do??? -sue

[musosf]

My cure for cancer was sadly rejected by Big Pharma back in the 1990s...it involved live emu and suspension of disbelief. So I went back to school and became a Doctor of Embraceology. But my blog will tell you all about that, Ms. 48! Thanks for asking.

[IAGuy06]

Umm... I have a question for Dr. Tucci.

Is there a pamphlet or card I can get with pointers I can carry with me in case of a hugging emergency?... So I don't accidentally cause an embarrassing penis touching incident.

I would prefer illustrations for quick reference if possible as I am a slow reader.

[musosf]

An excellent question, Mr. 06. We've actually joined the new millennium and have made our handy tips available for mobile phones and PDAs.  I'm beaming one to you now...this won't hurt a bit...

[Elaina43]

Thank you so much for these valuable lessons - I now realize that I must have terrible breath  8‹(

[musosf]

Uncle Hector, is that you?  You look ravishing!

[CyndieRae]

MIKE! you are absolutely HILARIOUS!! this was perfect, and so true! thanks for making me laugh. i'm gonna go hug my husband now....for some reason, you didn't discuss our 'hugs'. hmmm, oh well. :)

[musosf]

Well, your "hugs" with your husband have been the subject of much debate here at the Institute, Ms. Rae. Some find them inspirational, others heretical. I suppose only history will reveal the truth. - Dr. T.

[Elaina43]

Dr. Tucci, after listening to you speak, I have Tim Curry a la "CLUE" dancing around in my head... why???

[Elaina43]

Oh, btw... LMFAO @ 2:59!!!

[musosf]

Penile touching is the subject of much consternation, and thus quite the serious topic, Ms. LMFAO. I'm glad you have noted the gravity of this situation.

[musosf]

This public service announcement is meant to inform you that musoSF had composed quite the witty response to this comment, but YouTube promptly killed it. Personally, I suspect that it was Miss Peacock in the library with the wrench.

[Elaina43]

That bitch was always handy with a wrench...

Damn you, Miss Peacock!

[musosf]

Thanks Rick, you say that like a man who's planning to come to one of them...are you? :)

[dherae]

Very instructional, Dr. Tucci. I must say with all honesty that this was most inspireing! Excellent demonstrators as well. I now feel that I am somewhat lacking in these skills. Perchance, do you offer private lessons? I await your response with great anticipation. Your colleague in 'arms', Dr. David Kopafheel.

[musosf]

Dr. Kopafheel! It certainly has been a long time since we met...it was at that seminar on Surreptitious Touch, was it not? I see you haven't changed a bit. Please call my office, I'd be happy to schedule a private lesson for you. Although if memory serves, you could teach me a few lessons...

- Dr. T

[trillian57]

Dr. Tucci, I have often wondered why there were such a variety of hugs. As you can imagine this left me confused, and afraid to hug. Thank you for educating me on the hug differences. I can now hug the best way possible in any social situation with no fear of mixed signals. Sincerely, trillian

[musosf]

Why Ms. 57, it is my pleasure to have uncrossed your wires. - Dr. T.

[rcalliec]

best...intro...ever...like a gigantic hand-anus...LOL...how innnapropriate is this comment???

[musosf]

Hahaha! Are you kidding, I LOVE that comment! And they say there are more nerve endings in the fingers than anywhere else...hmm... :)

[rcalliec]

like a superhero, i laugh in the face of nerve endings! they've tried to defeat me but they never succeed!

[Nerimm]

I saw your video in the super Sandie's channel and I must say it deserves a HUGe audience!! Now it's time to practise those hugs, haha.

[musosf]

Sandie is a comedic goddess so I am not only overwhelmed that she featured me there, but honored that you came by and enjoyed. Thanks so much!

[mcase1013]

That was hysterical, Mike! Love your stuff.

[musosf]

Ms. 1013, you make me proud. Thank you so much!

[mythreeguys]

OMG....I was SO waiting for this to come out! That was great Mike! Nice job! ha ha!

[musosf]

Without your masterful demonstrations it would have been nothing, Ms. Threeguys. Thank you. - Dr. T.

I can't believe it took me 3 MONTHS to get this edited together and posted, Andrea! It wasn't until Dr. Tucci came to me in the night that I was finally ready. And yes, it was as uncomfortable as that sounds. - Mike

[slider9012]

XoXo

<3

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[musosf]

I am not the dialect expert that Dr. Feeli is, but after some discussion we have determined that the proper response is:

tyty ♥ xoxo

[joelovesyou]

You're amazing!!! I love you Tucci. Maximus was superb!!!

[musosf]

Why Mr. Lovesyou, thank you for your kind comment and for re-introducing the word "superb" to the YouTube lexicon. A sadly-neglected word, I'm afraid.

[LoriAndrews]

I was waiting for a Weird Al Yankovich but instead I got a great lesson. :)

[musosf]

Oh he's here too...thank you Ms. ArtGallery! :)

[sandieblack]

youtube should definitely feature this one, they are so into hugs!

[musosf]

Perhaps instead of a "free hugs campaign", I should offer free hugging lessons? :) Gawrsh, thanks Sandie!

[dancegypsy]

You should definitely attach this video to the free hug campaign videos! We'll come to your defense if you're featured (a lock) and the haters come for a feeding frenzy.

[sandieblack]

I was looking for something to feature on my channel today. lol.  good job Dottore Tucci.

[musosf]

Why Ms. Black, you have made my day. Well to be precise you made my day two days ago but YouTube ate that comment. Grazie!

[Dinzla]

what if a girl wants to hug a boy? :O Now I'm so confused.. :P

Oh, maybe that'll be the subject of hug etiquette part 2.. ;)

[musosf]

Ah yes, the most complicated hugging of all. It is difficult for us to demonstrate those varieties on video as all of the slot A-tab B business is easier to two in two dimensions. But Ms. Inzla, for your sake we will continue to strive.

[Saraej14]

such a great video!

I love your hair, and the song :)

[musosf]

My stylist will be relieved. He feared for me when I ran out of the salon before he'd rinsed off the perm solution. Thank you Ms. Ej14!

[luvthecanadian]

Sorry, I don't take advice from doctors with rapist glasses.

*giggles*

I loved this.

[musosf]

Ms. Canadian, I think you have confused my therapist glasses with the-rapist glasses. I assure you, any sexual relations that happen between myself and other staff members of the Institute are purely consensual. Not that there have been any.

- Dr. T.

[BigJoeSmith]

ahhahaha Great one man!

[musosf]

Thank you Mr. Smith!

- Dr. T.

[Justinmazing]

And if I do want the penis's to touch what do I do? A friend wants to know.

[musosf]

Well, Huggus Gluteus is another topic unto itself! But it should do the trick for your friend.

[Justinmazing]

Hahahaha! Nice comeback. I have tears in my eyes from laughing so hard.

[TheraminTrees]

Dr Tucci — first off I want to compliment your beautiful coiffure .... you haven't scalped Elaina have you?? Beautiful. Anyway! Thanks so much for advising on the avoidance of penis contact! I've never got the hang of that before, especially on nude beaches. But now I can avoid those Velcro moments with aplomb. You are *deeply* gifted.

[musosf]

How observant of you, Mr. Trees! Elaina was indeed the subject of the photograph I took to my stylist. He appears to have left the chemicals on a bit long but I am still pleased with the outcome.

I can't tell you how pleased I am that your nude beach experiences will now be free of those uncomfortably Velcrotic moments. I do hope you'll pass these tips on to Mr. Pitt-Loame as well...as he will surely benefit.

[f3xpgm]

I will Huggus maximus you even if you want to huggus minimum me! lol

[musosf]

No sir, you will not escape with a Minimus. :)

[musosf]

OMG FOLKS - for anyone who's as obsessive about reading all the comments as I am, I just have to vent that the Tube has lost ALL the comments I made below this one. I will now attempt to re-make them. Whee.....aren't you all lucky. :)

[dancegypsy]

Mike: noooooo! I was going to post, at the end of reading, just how much fun I've been having reading all your replies. VERY witty and creative, then I find this one saying that YT ate all your remaining comments!! I can't imagine anything more disheartening. I hate trying to remember and recreate comments.

[sarrycrey]

I just featured this...it is so unbelievably well done and so so fun and funny to watch you Musosf you!! faved, 5*'s and featured!

Sarry

[musosf]

Whoa Sarry - thank you so much! I am truly honored. I need one-a-them autoplay thingies so I can do the same for folks.

[ghostgummed]

Fantastic! 5*s & faved...love the institute name & logo too! Look forward to more TFI instructional vids... :-)

[musosf]

Thank you so much, Lu! I'm not sure the world is ready for our "Love Touch" tutorial...but perhaps "Footsie"?

[ghostgummed]

I think a tucci of footsie & keepy-uppy would be acceptable to the delicate world at large...would you consider a Huggus Plantar be too forward at this juncture?? ;-)

[musosf]

Well, the only Huggus Plantar I usually get is when I put my foot in my own mouth...so why not?

[DatAintRight]

This was funny guys!

5 stars!

[musosf]

Thank you thank you, Tracey Dawn!

[winger1212]

HAHAHA! The penises not touching!!! HAAAA! This was Spectacularific! That was awesome! A feature for sure! Brilliant!!!

[musosf]

Wow, Ms. 1212 - I believe that would qualify as a Commentus Superlativus!  I bask in the glow of your exclamation points. Thank you.

[Bikermom69]

Brilliant!

[musosf]

Many thanks.

[OhCurt]

I like this running and throwing things concept. But do I really still have to hug the other person? Can't I just keep running and throwing and screaming?

[musosf]

Mr. Curt, if you are still capable of running, throwing and screaming all at once in your decaffeinated state...who am I to object?

[dancegypsy]

OhCurt: Video Response!!

[snarkdetriomphe]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHA wow what a good note for me to return on. should [and most certainly will] be featured :)

[musosf]

Ms. Detriomphe, it is a pleasure to have you and your kind sentiments here at the Institute. Many happy hugs to you!

- Dr. T.

[mtamorphis]

Dr. Tucci, thank you so much for much needed explaination of hugs! Well Done and 5Starred!!

[musosf]

You flatter me, Ms. Morphis. Somehow I have a feeling that you are quite talented in the giving and receiving of hugs. But thank you for your generous words.

- Dr. T.

[berzerkeley]

Um ... I think I may have given you the wrong kind of hug on Friday ... I think you wanted a Huggus Minimus and I went for the Huggus Maximus. EEK. Sorry if I offended!

[musosf]

Dearest Ms. Zerkeley...your Huggus Maximi are most welcome! Especially when accompanied by gifts. :)

[nerdfighter4]

That was so AWESOME!!

[musosf]

Many thanks, Ms. Fighter4!

- Dr. Tucci

[Zublime75]

Very informative and educational :)

Thank you Dr. Tucci !

[musosf]

Why Ms. Zublime...how kind of you. Perhaps I should attend MexiTube in case you need some private tutoring?

[Zublime75]

Well of course I need some private lessons, my hugs have been a little weak lately, so I will be waiting Dr :P

[musosf]

And they say the academic life is boring...Mexico here I come!

[akc211]

That was awesome! Mike that Weird Al wig really suits you!! 8)

[musosf]

Thanks Candace! It spoke to me...in a weird Deanna Troi accent. :)

[akc211]

hehehe!!!

[madsciiscrazy]

lol My name is Tucci, so this is a tad bit odd...

[musosf]

Hello, my name is Farrah Firedouser and I am legal counsel for the Tucci-Feeli Institute. I would just like to say that Dr. Tucci did not have sexual relations with that woman, underwent a vasectomy at age 16, does not have any children and will not be submitting to DNA testing. Thank you.

[mickmusing]

That lady with the long, luxurious dark hair and the slimming black outfit is a real looker. Is she a model? She looks very familiar.

[musosf]

Nepotism runs rampant in the corridors of the Tucci-Feeli Institute, I am afraid. She's probably someone's sister.

[jrsnyderjr]

ROFL! on huggus minimus for women also remember the hair! don't mess up the hair!

[musosf]

Yes, unfortunately our dark-haired volunteer went a bit overboard with the hair extensions that day, making it difficult to illustrate that point. Excellent suggestion, sir!

[rshelfor]

Thank you Dr Tucci Feeli