The Mail-In Podcast

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are back to break down the internet's questions. A lot on tap:  - What's the line between settling and accepting that relationships always require work?  - What are some tips you have for making long distance work?  - I'm pregnant! What is the etiquette for having a non-traditional baby shower? - Family planning advice: have a baby now or...

Sally deFries and Brett Merriman are back on The Mail-In this week answering your most burning questions. Things like:  - What do Sally and Brett's career paths look like? How'd they get to where they are?  - What percentage of questions get answered on air? How are they picked? - How do you talk to your boss about being stressed when they have SO much more on their plate than you do?  - What's th...

The Mail-In is BACK after a little holiday break, with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries answering your burning questions. Here's what we've got this week:  - My boyfriend's friends caused a rift in our relationship. Can we still trust each other?  - My maid-of-honor has been zero help. Can I plan my own bachelorette party?  - I heard a stat that couples who move in together before marriage are mor...

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, Mail-In fam! This week Sally deFries and Brett Merriman are sweating out holiday travel weather and tackling your biggest questions. Here's what we've got:  - Should I be picking up my girlfriend's bar tabs even though I'm not drinking?  - Do I have to retire the 😉 emoji from dirty texting if my mom has started using it?  - Are lying, cheating, and home-wreckin...

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are getting into the weeds on mental health, Christmas cocktail hours, and much much more.  - How much would you spend on attending the NCAA Championship if your school made it?  - Help me set boundaries with my friends and family so we're not the go-to dog/house sitters!  - My mental health journey has been a success but I feel guilty abo...

Big time episode of The Mail-In featuring Brett Merriman and Sally deFries as they solve your biggest problems and answer your questions. Here's what we've got this week:  - How do I continue a "texting thing" over the holidays without seeing them in person?  - When do you ask for a dad's blessing before engagement?  - Figuring out people who "suck at texting" - How do I split apartment supplies w...

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman hosts as Sally deFries battles through one of the worst cases of nasal congestion she's ever seen. The gang gets through it and answers some questions in the process. Things like:  - I dropped $500 on a birthday dinner and gift for my girlfriend. She broke up with me the next morning. Can I request some money back?  -  Is it a red flag if you have the same...

This week on The Mail-In, Sally deFries is back in the co-host chair with Brett Merriman as they take on the hardest questions in the game. Not really. But hopefully you can relate to some of these:  - If you had to defeat the devil in one activity for the battle for your soul, which activity would you choose?  - How do I handle our friend's wife being too close with one of her male friends? - Rel...

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman hosts as Intern Calli Rubin fills in for Sally. The two break down the most burning questions their audience has and more. Here's what we've got this week:  - Friendsgiving Do's & Don'ts  - If someone ghosts you after a first date, can you call them out?  - How early is too early for a Christmas tree?  - Trying to talk to someone at a 6am gym class?  - What...

Happy November! This week on The Mail-In hosted by Sally deFries and Brett Merriman, we're getting into wedding receptions, breaking off engagements, and much, much more.  - What to do if you're the best man for two weddings on the same day?  - Why do personal errand days feel so much more productive than work days?  - Tips on throwing a great wedding reception? - Breaking off an engagement and ge...

On The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are breaking down the most pressing problems and burning questions that y'all have. Here's what we've got this week:  - How long after a trip or dinner do you have to send a Venmo request?  - How do I deal with a break up from an unrequited love? - Is one year too early in a relationship to buy jewelry?  - I like a guy who doesn't want to do long di...

Sally deFries and Brett Merriman are back to break down your toughest questions that you need answers to. Here's what we've got this week:  - Do I tell someone that her boyfriend is cheating on her?  - Can I tell my new girlfriend I got my dog from my ex?  - How do I come out to my husband that I'm bi?  - Is something wrong with the relationship if I don't miss my girlfriend? - Which month is the...

This week on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries:  - Open relationship coming to an end  - How do I date someone else in the friend group?  - Is wanting to move in with someone *after* marriage a red flag?  - How do I tell people they're not invited to my wedding?  - Bridesmaid expenses are CRAZY - Shower Thoughts  Our Partner: Bombas: Get 20% OFF your first purchase at Bombas.com/MA...

Brett Merriman is back from his week-long road trip to join Sally deFries on The Mail-In, where they attempt to solve your problems in 60-ish minutes or less. Here's what we've got this week:  - How do you find the motivation to be productive while working from home  - Brett & Sally's hair secrets  - My husband and I have decided to not have kids, how do we tell our parents? - Can I turn a fender...

Sally deFries is hosting today on The Mail-In. Sally and her sister, Lily, are answering your questions and breaking down your problems. Also answering a bunch of questions about being a mom. Here's what we've got this week: - Halloween Costumes - What travel credit card should I get? - How to approach a woman without appearing creepy? - MOM TALK (pregnancy, relationships, postpartum, & more)   Ou...

Sally deFries is back from Italy and we're FULL speed on The Mail-In. Brett Merriman and Sally are answering your questions and breaking down your problems. Here's what we've got this week:  - What is your walk-up/closer entrance song?  - How do you handle your younger sibling getting engaged before you?  - How many teams am I allowed to be a fan of?  - What are the requirements for cubicle decor?...

The Mail-In is SO back with another special guest, Intern Calli Rubin. She and Brett Merriman are here to tackle your biggest problems and make you think with Shower Thoughts. Here's what we've got this week:  - TikTok trends and life hacks we're following  - I need new a new LinkedIn pic that screams professional but cool - How do you know it's time for a cross-country move? - Handling feelings f...

A new twist on an old favorite as we welcome back KJ Ellis, co-host of Too Much Dip, to The Mail-In. He and Brett Merriman are breaking down adulthood so you don't have to. Solving problems one washed up person at a time, themselves included. Here's what we've got this week:  - Hangover cures in your early 30s?  - What are some driving offenses that should be punishable by death? - What to expect...

Back on The Mail-In this week with Sally deFries and Brett Merriman. Digging into some of your most pressing questions as autumn is deceptively close in Central Texas. Here's what we've got this week:  - Fall primer 🍂 - Dipping my toes into sports betting for the first time, how should I manage it?  - Comparing yourself to others and navigating infertility - Help me eat healthy for the first time...

LOADED episode of The Mail-In this week as Brett Merriman and Sally deFries welcome on Intern Calli to help them get their heads around bid day, door stacks, Bama rush tok, and everything involved in sorority recruitment. Here's what else we've got:  - Getting out of the friend zone - An update from our cross country Canadian couple - Injuries from working out as you get older  - Budgeting spreads...

We're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries this week to dig into a wide range of questions. Here's what we've got:  - Do I get my wedding gift back if my friends were only married for 6 weeks?  - Is it a red flag to date her if she doesn't have any friends? \ - I have feelings for my coworker, but I'm married. Please help.  - What are some ways to get through grief? - How do I...

Brett is back in town with Sally after a few weeks at home for a big episode of The Mail-In. We're tackling your problems so you don't have to (yet). Here's what we've got this week:  - Where do we stand on the Beach Boys?  - What's the etiquette for being home when someone is working on your crib?  - Baby moons? Are we doing them?  - Do I have to give the same honeymoon gift back to someone that...

This week on The Mail-In, Dave and Dillon fill in for Brett as they, along with Sally, break down your most pressing questions. Here's what we're working with this week: - Trying to date as a non-drinker - Picking up/dropping off your significant other at the airport versus asking them to Uber - Navigating friendships post-breakup - Living within your means in your 20s - Where to live during the t...

This week on The Mail-In, Kayla Haby is back in the co-host chair with Brett Merriman to break down your most pressing questions. Here's what we're working with this week:  - How to handle roommate disputes over budgets? - Which college should I attend after the Marine Corps? - My friends didn't bother getting me a wedding gift  - My Instagram got hacked and now I'm starting anew - Should I stop g...

Here's what we have this week:  - Sleeping with your therapist !  - How do you explain to your significant other that you don't want them to golf with you?  - What's a weird body thing you do?  - Running into your ex at a wedding  - Is it ok to criticize your coworkers?  - Bachelor Party: Northern Michigan  Our Partners:  Fitbod: Get 25% OFF your subscription by going to Fitbod.me/MAIL Vizzy: Go t...