Episodes
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
We're back on The Mail-In with Sally deFries and Brett Merriman steering the ship. Here's what we've got this week: I cannot get over this person My partner cannot have an orgasm and I'm thinking of ending things Help me deal with an over-scheduler My girlfriend gave me a proposal ultimatum. I'm 24. I have a teenage son who lacks ambition Shower Thoughts: Do children dream in the womb? Our Partners: AG1: Get 5 FREE travel packs plus a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D by going to...
Published 09/21/23
We're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman & Sally deFries this week tackling your biggest problems and questions. Here's what we've got this week: How do you handle those "just wait" parents commenting on how hard having kids is? Am I the scumbag friend for expecting my friends to reach out to me to make plans? Should I tell my girlfriend the reason for her parents' divorce? Do I tell my engaged friend I have feelings for her? Disaster friend group situation How to have a great...
Published 09/14/23
We're back on The Mail-In! Thanks for bearing with us as we had no AC in the studio last week which would've made for a very grumpy pregnant Sally deFries (and Brett Merriman). Here's what we're answering this week: - Can I ask my girlfriend to get rid of her cat if I'm allergic to it? - How should I approach my wife about buying MORE revealing clothing? - How do I tell my friends in a city that we're visiting that I don't want to hang with them and their toddler? - I went through my...
Published 09/07/23
We're back on The Mail-In with Sally deFries and Brett Merriman this week to break down your biggest questions. Here's what we've got: - Should I go to my buddy's golf-based bachelor party if I don't golf? - I'm interviewing for a job and just matched with my potential new boss on Bumble. Help. - What if I want to stop at two kids and my wife wants three? - Any tips on improving your social media presence? - What is your advice on Wedding Day prep? Any tips? - My fiancee is a...
Published 08/24/23
Back at full strength on The Mail-In! Brett Merriman hosts with Sally deFries in the co-host chair. Here's what we're working with this week: - Should we join a country club to save $$ on a wedding? - CRAZY story of a guy dating someone who gets married while they're dating??? - One of my bridesmaids is going to a concert instead of my bachelorette party - should I be mad? - How should we tell our new neighbors we're having a party? - When should I tell different people I'm...
Published 08/17/23
Welcome back! We're rocking on The Mail-In this week with Washed Media Video Director, Randy Trembacki. He and Brett Merriman are answering the hard hitting questions the listeners have. Things like: - How do I get over feeling less accomplished career-wise than my girlfriend in social situations? - My partner isn't a fan of how close I am with my Mom - How do I meet older women? - Christmas in July! Need help picking gifts this year as money will be tight - I can't get over my high...
Published 08/03/23
The Mail-In is back after a vacation week with Sally deFries and Brett Merriman. Here's what we've got this week: - If I'm not super physically attracted to someone, should I move on? - Should I bring a random plus-one to a wedding? - Do I need to pay family members to take my dog out? - How did Sally develop such a "care-free" personality? - Skincare for MEN! Our Partners: Mugsy: Get 10% OFF your order with code MAIL at Mugsy.com AG1: Get 5 FREE travel packs plus a 1-year supply...
Published 07/20/23
Hope everyone had a great 4th of July weekend! We're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries in the hosting chairs answering your biggest questions. Here's what we have this week: - My friend thinks she deserves money for selling a Taylor Swift ticket that she didn't purchase ??? - I have a remote job, unlimited PTO, a good salary, BUT I'm extremely bored - Do you tip your wedding vendors in the service industry? - I've been friend-ghosted by a new mom - I'm tired of...
Published 07/06/23
HUGE news for The Mail-In as co-host, Sally deFries, is getting ready to welcome another child into the world. She and Brett Merriman are breaking down the biggest questions y'all have this week including: - When you get married, do you also marry your spouse's family? - Need some advice on flying with a child - How many guys is perfect for a bachelor party? - Give me the lowdown on botox! - Tips for a Napa trip? Our Partners: Butcher Box: Get New York Strips for a year when you...
Published 06/29/23
The Mail-In is back this week with special guest, Producer Randy Trembacki of Washed Media. He and Brett Merriman break down questions, problems, and the general zeitgeist of the millennial demo. Here's what we've got this week: - I need a peer mentor! - How do you communicate with your family about alternative life choices like not having kids? - How do I interpret a "friend" break up text? - Am I the a*****e for thinking a family of doctors can support someone having quintuplets?...
Published 06/22/23
BIG week on The Mail-In with show creator, Dillon Cheverere, and former producer, Dave Ruff, back on the mic with Brett Merriman hosting. Here's what we're working with this week: - Airport fits and travel routines - Should I tell my fiancée about my credit card debt prior to getting married? - How do I initiate telling my work crush I have feelings for her? - I caught feelings for my ex's best friend and she caught them back 😬 - Am I the a*****e for not wanting to do a Vegas bachelor...
Published 06/15/23
Brand new Mail-In! Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are in the chair to give you what you need: - How do I break up with my cleaning lady? - Can I skip a wedding where my girlfriend hates the groom? - I'm not feeling challenged at work, should I quit my job? - How do I get over being ghosted? - How do you keep your home tidy with a toddler around - Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Our Partners: Butcher Box: Get FREE Ground Beef for a YEAR plus $20 OFF your first order when you sign up at...
Published 06/08/23
This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are back to break down your biggest questions and problems. Here's what we've got today: - Where are we getting good wedding dresses now as 30-somethings? - What are the keys to being more conversational? - How do you keep a good work/life/workout balance? - How do I get a family member to stop coming to me for MLM buys? - How do I help my husband go through losing both of his parents? - Austin Bachelor Party: Lake vs...
Published 06/01/23
Sally deFries and Brett Merriman are back on The Mail-In this week to break down your biggest questions and problems. Here's what we've got: - How to deal with your partner being a terrible sleeper? - Do I have to invite someone to my wedding solely because they invited me to theirs? - I'm a teacher and I'm burnt out and discouraged trying to find a new job - How do I stop wedding planning from tearing apart my relationship? - My neighbor's dog will not shut up. How do I go about...
Published 05/18/23
This week on The Mail-In, Dave Ruff of Circling Back and Too Much Dip joins the show to fill in as a co-host with Brett Merriman. We're solving your problems, folks. Or at least trying to. Here's what we've got this week: - What is on your "ick list" for a typical night out? - How do you navigate the house-buying process in a city like Austin? - Should I pay the best man who offered to pick up a steak dinner tab on a bachelor party? - What should I do to get out of the friend zone? -...
Published 05/11/23
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman & Sally deFries to give you what you need: answers. - How do I tell my wife she needs to get her weight under control? - I got a big promotion and am finding it's not all its cracked up to be. What do I do? - My girlfriend is way too into the new appearance changing trends. How do I explain to her that I think they're making her look worse? - How much is too much to ask my friends to pay for my bachelor party? - What can I do...
Published 05/04/23
This week on The Mail-In, Sally deFries and Brett Merriman are tackling problems like: - Can joggers be business casual? - After getting someone's number, when should you text them? - How should we go about inviting a divorced couple to our wedding? - Is it lame to have your bachelorette party in your hometown? - Can I reach out to step parents who have been a big part of my life after a divorce? - What is the cutoff age for a belly button ring? Our Partners Butcher Box: Get FREE...
Published 04/27/23
This week on The Mail-In, Sally deFries and Brett Merriman are back to tackle your most burning questions. Things like: - Do you tip at a wedding tasting? - Any advice for initiating intimacy again after having a child? - What do you buy for a 1-year-old's birthday party? - Is it wrong for me to not want to spend time with my coworkers outside work hours? - Am I asking too much of my partner to define the future of our relationship? - Travel tips for heading to Italy Our...
Published 04/20/23
This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are here to help with weddings, bachelorette parties, social media and more. - How do I stop my partner from doomscrolling and freaking out that the sky is falling? - Picking between two best men - Where is the line for calling the police on potentially abusive neighbors? - Trash or not trash to post wedding pics that I look good in but the newlyweds don't? - Do I HAVE to attend someone's bachelorette party that attended...
Published 04/13/23
This week on The Mail-In, Sally deFries returns with Brett Merriman to tackle the internet's questions of the week. Here's what we've got today: - How do I tell people (nicely) that they can't always crash at our place? - What do you do to manage friends that don't put in the same amount of effort as you? - How do you ground yourself when so much around you changes in adulthood? - Making wedding planning easier for my future spouse who has lost both of her parents - Am I an a*****e...
Published 04/06/23
This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman hosts as Will deFries, creator of Sunday Scaries and husband of Sally deFries, fills in on the mic. Here's what we've got this week: - One of the wildest drunk text situations we've come across - Tips for trying to get pregnant with your first child? - AirBNB rules when splitting different bedrooms with couples? - How to start a long distance relationship with someone you met while they were in town? - Is it weird that my girlfriend has pictures...
Published 03/30/23
Another episode of The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries in which we get a question that we did NOT see coming. Here's what we have: - Tips for hosting friends in town? - Should I be ok with my husband going to strip clubs with his coworkers? - Is my boyfriend getting a dog a dealbreaker when I'm not a dog person? - Am I the a*****e for not attending the birthday party of my 5 year old nephew? - My boyfriend of 3 years has a "goon cave" that I didn't know about. Do I...
Published 03/23/23
Back on The Mail-In this week to break down the biggest problems facing our listeners! Sally deFries and Brett Merriman take you along for a WILD ride this week. Here's what we're working with:  - Is it a trash move to not go to a wedding that was supposed to be an elopement?  - Feeling stuck in life despite everything being great on the surface. Help.  - I got Monica'd. Should we do a small wedding and save money for a house OR spend on a celebration for ourselves?  - My best friend's...
Published 03/16/23
We're back! After a week hiatus due to some unforeseen under-the-weather children, Sally deFries and Brett Merriman are back to tackle every question the listeners have to offer. Here's what we have this week:  - How does Sally balance friends, family, travel, etc while being a mom? Any tips to a first-time mom?  - My wife has a friend who dresses really cute. How do I nudge her towards that style?  - How can I introduce the conversation of getting a babysitter to my wife?  - How do I...
Published 03/09/23