If anyone needs a quick lesson in how to deal with people who are disappointed by your perfectly reasonable actions, look no further than “Dirty Jobs” star Mike Rowe.

◼ Mike Rowe Dishes an Epic Serving of Tolerance to Fan ‘Disappointed’ in His Apperance On Glenn Beck - IJ Review

Rowe, a frequent guest star on Glenn Beck’s radio program, was recently on air to discuss his program, its beginnings and the workers of America who do the jobs that not everyone would want to do.

A fan by the name of Tobey Gloss did not take too kindly to this appearance. Rowe posted Gloss’ letter on his Facebook page.

“Mike- you were recently tagged in Glen Beck’s post about being interviewed on his program. Do you realise how many people are upset about this because they despise Glen Beck?! I am disappointed that you did the interview because I want nothing to do with Beck. It’s a travesty.” Posted by Tobey Gloss, 3:20 pm, 9/25/2014

Ever the straight-shooter, Rowe fired back: not with an apology, but with a lesson we could all stand to hear.

Hi Tobey

I’m not so sure we agree on the definition of a “travesty.” To me, a travesty is what happens when the state executes an innocent man, or sets a guilty one free. A travesty is ignoring a bully, or betraying the public trust. A travesty is not what happens when Mike Rowe talks publicly to someone that Tobey Gloss doesn’t like. That’s called a “conversation.” ...more, at the link.