Episodes
This week on The Mail-In, Sally deFries is back to join Brett Merriman in the host chair. Here's what we've got: What are your hair routines? Did I cause a friendship divorce by checking out of a wedding early? My girlfriend is concerned about my caffeine intake My future mother-in-law is basically wearing my wedding dress to the big day How do you say no to people when you're a people pleaser? My wife is making "who loves each other more" a competition Our Partner: PrizePicks:...
Published 04/25/24
Published 04/25/24
We're joined by a very special guest on The Mail-In this week, Will deFries. Will created Sunday Scaries and happens to be the husband of the normal co-host of the show, Sally deFries. He joins Brett Merriman answering things like: What is the etiquette for baby names and sharing them with friends? How much do you tip bartenders who give you free drinks? Meet cute gym situation Need help on a trip to Europe as a chronic over-packer Is "golden retriever energy" actually kind of an...
Published 04/18/24
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and special guest, KJ Ellis. Here's what we're working with: I have a crush on my boss and I think she might be into me My boyfriend pooped in the shower and I caught him Business casual attire for a guy who hasn't worked from an office in years? Should I tell my girlfriend about the very expensive watch I bought? Biggest difference between kid #1 and #2? I'm tired of planning the groom's bachelor party when people are making...
Published 04/11/24
This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are tackling some BIG time problems. Here's what we've got: One of my friends has a fiancée on Grindr. How should we tell her? How do I get over my resentment for my fiancée going to a strip club on his bachelor party? Should I be angry about my couple friends wanting to sell their Taylor Swift tickets that I helped them get? Going to a work conference in Vegas - is gambling concerning? Burnt out in consulting - should I stick it...
Published 04/04/24
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got: I asked my boyfriend's mom for pictures and she sent me back one of my bf and his ex 30th birthday conundrum I fell for my physical therapist Bouncing back from a poor work happy hour performance Just moved into a new house - what are the first things to do? Our Partners: Liquid IV: Get 20% OFF when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code MAILIN at checkout Factor: Get 50% OFF when you head to...
Published 03/28/24
This week on The Mail-In we're rocking with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries back in action. Here's what we've got: Interviewing for a job but I just found out I'm pregnant - should I say something? How do you balance your personal life with your spouses after kids? My girlfriend is a party person and I'm responsible for her birthday party this year... What would you change about your wedding? What's the ideal set up/activity for double dates? Our Partner: Liquid IV: Get 20% OFF your...
Published 03/14/24
This week on The Mail-In, host Brett Merriman is joined by Connor Crehan aka 'Captain Cons', co-host of Zero Blog Thirty on the Barstool Sports Podcast Network. They're getting into topics like: How quick is too quick when it comes to a dating-to-marriage timeline? I'm debating declining a wedding invite for the first time... My age gap (33F / 56M) situationship is becoming difficult because he won't tell his kids about me Need help finding love as a guy in his late 30s Should I pursue...
Published 03/07/24
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries in the captain's chairs. Here's what we're working with: How do I not feel guilty for canceling plans? My girlfriend travels internationally for work all the time and it ruins our vacation plans My girlfriend is unsure if she wants to have kids and it's driving a wedge in our relationship We have separate finances and my partner keeps using my card What are some things you wish you knew a decade ago that you do...
Published 02/29/24
This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are back to break down your biggest questions. Things like: Am I an a*****e for hooking up with two girls in the same day? Switching careers at 28 My wife and I are planning on having our first child - any advice? My partner and I don't have much sex anymore Favorite things about your routine? Our Partners: Liquid IV: Get 20% OFF your first order with code MAILIN at LiquidIV.com Factor: Get 50% OFF when you head to...
Published 02/23/24
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman hosting and special guest KJ Ellis of Too Much Dip. Here's what we got: I'm inheriting $35 MILLION and I'm not sure how to navigate this How do you tell your roommate they've been doing something wrong their whole life? My coworker won't stop harassing me with the same joke Should guys pay for everything on a date? If I help a friend out financially, can I ask for a financial favor when I'm in a similar situation? Would you take an...
Published 02/09/24
Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we're working with: 25 year old single guy moving to San Diego. What's the move? Going on a ski trip to Brighton, UT How can you preserve alone time while living with a partner? Rom com situation: a friend and I caught up for drinks and things escalated... My girlfriend of 3 years is becoming more helpless and it has me questioning things... Where should we go for our honeymoon? Our Partner: GreenChef: Go...
Published 02/01/24
Sally deFries is back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman! Here's what we've got: My girlfriend is beyond obsessed with Taylor Swift. Is that a dealbreaker? Should I text my ex happy birthday after she took all her things and left with no explanation? How do I get out of speaking at a wedding and dealing with a changing friendship? Any advice for going through a second c-section? I'm the best man planning bachelor parties and speeches. Any tips? Our Partner: DraftKings: Bet $5...
Published 01/25/24
We're back on The Mail-In with special guest Randy Trembacki filling in this week with Brett Merriman. Here's what we've got: Should I push my wife to workout before we go on a hiking trip? How to broach the topic of a friend's unhealthy drinking habits? What are your thoughts on giving or loaning money to friends? Help me choose which business school to go to How do I choose which bachelorette parties to go to this summer My due date is the same day as my sister-in-law's wedding ! Our...
Published 01/19/24
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Kayla Haby filling in for Sally alongside Brett Merriman. Here's what we've got: My husband's father does really annoying things when we visit - when can I say something about it? What are your opinions on thank you notes Do I have to buy a wedding present for a destination wedding? How to handle a 2-year long distance marriage? I called my coworker a terrible name and I need to figure out how to move forward Should I ask my roommate to keep her...
Published 01/12/24
Happy New Year! We're back in 2024 on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got: Saw a text from my girlfriend to her sister-in-law that disparaged my family... Do I need to give my boss anything in return for giving me his grill for free? Need some help re-motivating myself at work after having a child! Can you land a plane in an emergency with help only from Air Traffic Control? Tips for bringing a baby on an airplane? Our Partner: Green Chef:...
Published 01/04/24
WARNING: IF YOUR CHILD IS A ~*FAN*~ OF SANTA CLAUS, PLEASE LISTEN ON HEADPHONES A holiday special of The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries! 🎄 Here's what we've got for your travel back home: What's the best Christmas Eve drink combo & holiday cocktails in general? Around the holidays my ex always reaches out to rekindle the flame. Now she's married and is still doing it. How do I handle this? Does Santa wrap his gifts? Best tips for staying with significant...
Published 12/21/23
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got: Advice for doing Whole30? How do you get through the passing of both your parents? She didn't text me back and now I don't know how to proceed... I've hooked up with a guy that I'm about to see again at a wedding. Not sure how to proceed... What are your Brawny flags? i.e. those annoying things that someone does when you live together for the first time Our Partners: Schedule35: Get 15%...
Published 12/14/23
Back on The Mail-In with Sally deFries and Brett Merriman answering your questions. Here's what we've got this week: I'm crushing on a sales rep - how do I ask her out? My parents don't approve of my upcoming marriage and want me to sign a prenup I have a weak stomach - how do I support my wife during childbirth? I miss friendships with my exes while I'm currently in a relationship. Can I ask them to be friends again? My girlfriend dumped me and my friends are now telling me they never...
Published 11/30/23
Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. They're breaking down questions like: How do I stay present and not stress about major life events like buying a house or getting married? Do you have road rage and how do you handle bad drivers? Should I leave a note on the door of a girl I met in my apartment complex? How do I not document every waking moment on my phone especially when it comes to my small child? How do you feel about keeping all pictures of your ex...
Published 11/16/23
Back on The Mail-In this week with Sally deFries and Brett Merriman. Answering things like: What are your thoughts on non-traditional weddings? My current interests bore me. How do I go about finding hobbies? I had a total rom-com story on a plane. Did I brick the dismount? What do your sub 30s hair and skincare routine look like? How do you adapt to changing holiday traditions as you get older? Is it lame to attend your 10-year high school reunion? Our Partners: Schedule35: Get 15%...
Published 11/09/23
We're back on The Mail-In with Sally deFries - fresh off bringing new life into the world! Her and Brett Merriman are breaking down your questions this week. Here's what we've got: Best man speech tips? I have a roommate moving in with me and I'm anxious about it after living alone for a while.. Doing a solo golf trip to Frisco during Thanksgiving - how should I do the dinner by myself? I've been on a few great dates with a girl but she has genital herpes. Is that a dealbreaker? A girl...
Published 11/02/23
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Washed Media's own Head of Video Production, Randy Trembacki, as a special guest. He and Brett Merriman tackle your biggest questions: Should I give in to the small-town "grass is greener" pull? Any sites like Washed out there putting out good written content? I took a job at a startup that hasn't lived up to their promises I'm 23 and it seems like everyone around me is getting married and having kids If a girl tells me she wants a break because...
Published 10/19/23
We're back on The Mail-In this week with special guest, Dave Ruff, host of Too Much Dip and Circling Back. He and Brett Merriman break down the questions and problems y'all have for us this week. Things like: How do you get motivated to get healthy when you've been out of the game for a while? Tips for moving cross country? I'll be working with a girl I ghosted 3 years ago... How do you tell a guy you don't want to just be a hookup? How do I break an unhealthy relationship with...
Published 10/12/23
We're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries - her last episode before she has another baby! Here's what we've got this week: Friends With Benefits - why can't I find something more? How do I get friends back that took a backseat while I was in a relationship? I'm running out of things to talk about with my long distance GF How do I tell my roommate she's the crazy one in her relationship? Do I get to keep my sand volleyball team after my friend's breakup? What does...
Published 09/28/23