Beck and Call

This will be the final episode of the Beck & Call Podcast for the foreseeable future! Tune in to hear about Merritt's decision to step back from podcasting and what's next for her. Thank you to all of you who have listened over the last two years - your support has meant the world! Connect with Merritt on Instagram @merrittbeck , on her blog Merritt-Beck.com or by signing up for her ne...

This week's episode is a continuation from last week's Q&A! Merritt answers listener questions about whether I actually get dressed every day, how I feel about certain assumptions people make about me, how to develop confidence in yourself, ideas of things to do with your friends that don't revolve around alcohol or food, and so much more! Merritt also shares several new recs &...

It's been awhile since we've done a Q&A around here, so for this and next week, Merritt is tackling listener questions on all kinds of topics... from her upcoming stay in New York this fall, to the latest in her backyard squirrel/cat drama, to where she is with alcohol and her diet, we're getting into the nitty gritty. She also spends a lot of time recapping her weekend in Austin a...

In this week's episode, Merritt is traveling back in time to pour through her memories from summers at Camp Mystic ! She discusses how valuable the experience was for her as a youth and why she thinks it's a great idea for all children, and she shares some of her favorite memories and traditions from Mystic. From the activities she took to the cabins she was in, you'll hear all about i...

In this week's episode, Merritt shares listener's funny and/or embarrassing travel stories! From a Las Vegas "flood" to a stitch-y situation in Italy, you won't want to miss these confessions. At the top of the episode, Merritt shares a recap of her relaxing Memorial Day Weekend, plus several new recs & reviews for you to take note of! THANKS TO OLIVE & JUNE AND COZY...

In this week's episode, Merritt is breaking down every detail of her trip to Iguazu Falls, Buenos Aires and Cordoba! From where she stayed and a review of the hotels, to her favorite activities and the shops where she scored big, don't miss this ep if you're planning a trip down south! Head to merritt-beck.com for a more in-depth recap, photos and more from the Iguazu portion of her tr...

In this week's episode, Merritt sits down for a chat with former Executive Editor of HarpersBazaar.com and co-founder of swimwear brand, Stylest , Joyann King! Joyann shares how she got her foot in the door in the world of fashion publishing, from the program she took that inspired her career path, to the things she did to make herself stand out for informational interviews. You'll hear wh...

In this week's episode, Merritt interviews wardrobe stylist and personal shopper, Candace M. Read ( @candacemread )! They discuss how she and her clients figure out their personal style when working together, the core pieces Candace believes everyone should have in their wardrobe, and what Candace *really* thinks about the whole capsule wardrobe craze! They also chat about Candace's past l...

In this week's episode, Merritt breaks down every detail from her recent trip to the Big Apple! Find out what she packed, where she ate, who she saw, what she bought and everything in between. You'll also hear a review of where she stayed and the off-broadway show, Titanique! Follow on Instagram @beckandcallpodcast for an episode visual guide! At the top of the episode, Merritt shares a fe...

In this week's short-but-sweet episode, Merritt tells a story about a recent couple of dates she had, and the revelation that came about after some uncertainty she had about it. She also delves deep into the TV series she can't stop watching, Alone, and discusses what she would take with her if she were dropped somewhere remote and expected to survive alone in the wild. You'll also hea...

Before listening to this episode, be sure to go back and listen to episode #32, Gone But Not Forgotten! I talk all about my experience with loss, processing grief, how losing my father at a young age impacted my life, and answer a bunch of listener questions on the subject. One year later, on the 17th anniversary of my dad's death, I am reflecting a bit more on the topic of grief, loss and how...

In this week's episode I chat with friend and fellow influencer, Liz Adams ( @lizadams )! Liz is the voice behind the fashion and lifestyle blog, Hello Adams Family , and the co-founder of Olive Lane . Liz and I go way back to the early days of blogging, so in this episode we discuss how she got into the business of content creation, her thoughts on how the influencer industry has changed for...

This week episode is a fun, easy breezy chat about some recent discoveries and favorite things, and I'm also sharing a roundup of items I've influenced my followers to buy over the years that you just can't live without! From the best bras in all the land to the blush I recently purchased and can't stop wearing, you're sure to discover a few new things to add to your shopping c...

This week Merritt sits down (in Dallas, not over Zoom for once!!) with food blogger and recipe developer extraordinaire, and 2x New York Times Bestselling cookbook author, Alex Snodgrass of The Defined Dish ! We discuss how she got into food blogging in the first place, how recipe development works, what it was like creating her two cookbooks and more recently, her journey into consumer product go...

I may be out of school, but that doesn't mean I can't reminisce on the good old times of my college years! In this week's episode, I'm reflecting on simpler times when all we had to worry about was getting good grades and getting drunk... and most importantly, spring break! I share a few personal spring break shenanigans, as well as a trip to Vegas that went horribly, horribly wrong. I also share...

In this week's episode, Merritt sits down with jewelry designer and tastemaker, Nicola Bathie McLaughlin ( @nicolabathiemclaughlin ) to chat about all things entrepreneurship and owning your style! We discuss how she launched her eponymous jewelry label, her aspirational personal style and incredible eye for interiors, her thoughts about being an influencer and boundaries around social media, and...

In this week's episode, Merritt discusses your assumptions about influencers and the influencer industry - from press packages and handling taxes, to having a poor work/life balance and whether you actually make real money doing this as a job, Merritt responds to each assumption from her perspective as a decade-long blogger and a former employee of an affiliate marketing company. Listen til th...

In this week's episode, Merritt sits down with retired party girl turned relatable therapist and author, Amanda E. White ( @therapyforwomen ) , to discuss all things alcohol. Whether you're currently sober, sober curious, or just interested in reevaluating your relationship with alcohol, this episode is for you! We chat about the various health impacts alcohol consumption (even just one drink!!) h...

In this week's episode, Merritt shares a peek behind the curtain of her life! Earlier this week she shared a blog post called 35 Things You Might Not Know About Me , and in this episode she'll be expanding on some of those revelations. From her high school history (there was a punk phase!) and how different she and her sister are, to some of her quirks, strengths and weaknesses, this episode...

In this week's episode, Merritt discusses New York Magazine's recent viral article, Do You Know How To Behave? , which lists 140 guidelines for how to text, tip, ghost, host, and generally exist in polite society. In addition to highlighting her favorites from the list, Merritt shares a few rules she'd add + some listener submissions too! Whether or not you agree with the article and the list, it'...

With Valentine's Day next week, Merritt thought it would be entertaining to share her listener's worst date stories! Whether you're single or coupled up, you're going to enjoy this episode. From the hilarious ones to the cautionary tales, these stories cover all the bases! Merritt also shares some fun activities and ideas if you're doing Valentine's Day with your friends this year, as well as her...

This week Merritt sits down for a chat with fitness instructor and lifestyle influencer extraordinaire, Megan Roup ( @meganroup and @ thesculptsociety ) ! They discuss her journey to fitness and starting her own business, to launching The Sculpt Society app just ahead of the pandemic when her live and on-demand classes really exploded! Megan also shares amazing tips for establishing a workout rout...

It's been awhile since Merritt has shared anything about her dating life and her outlook on the whole thing, so she's doing that in this episode! She also reflects on freezing her eggs in 2021, updates you on her Instagram DM journey, and more - just an easy breezy episode on her life lately. At the top of the episode, Merritt shares a recap of her fairly antisocial week + a bunch of new recs &amp...

In this week's episode, Merritt shares her social media struggles and current gripes with Instagram. From DMs becoming less conversational, to the requirement to post and engage 24/7 in order to show up in the ever-changing algorithm, Merritt chats through some of her frustrations with social media and its impact on her mental health. At the top of the episode, Merritt shares her overarching thoug...

This week, Merritt's bringing a popular series from her blog to the podcast with Wellness Week! In it she provides an update on her current fitness routine, what she is and isn't eating these days, and a few things she's trying to do differently this year. She also answers a bunch of listener questions covering topics like how she gets her 10,000-14,000 steps in each day, what she thought about he...