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The Mail-In Podcast
by The Mail-In
Your questions, answered. Brett Merriman and Sally deFries tackle the problems faced and questions asked by 20 and 30-somethings on a daily basis.
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How Do You Deal With Losing A Parent?
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman & Sally deFries. Here's what we've got this week: 1. I wasn't invited to a school program party. Should I just show up? 2. How do you deal with losing a parent? 3. How do you build a community as a working mom with no past friends/family around? 4. Should I be concerned about not having as many friends as my fiancée at our wedding? Our Partner: Lola Blankets: Get 40% OFF with code MAILIN at LolaBlankets.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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My Wife Is Trying To Fix Herself With AI
We're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman & Sally deFries. Here's what we've got this week: 1. My married neighbor won't stop sending me reels. Help. 2. My wife is reliant on AI to help "fix" her body and chronic pain and won't see a doctor. 3. What Masters merch would y'all snag? 4. I wan't my girlfriend to fall in love with Austin when she visits. What should we do? 5. Should we get a dog/cat before or after having a kid? Our Partners: Factor: Get 50% OFF plus free daily greens with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off Warby Parker: Get 20% OFF any additional prescription pair of glasses at WarbyParker.com/MAIL Lola Blankets: Get 40% OFF select blankets with code MAILIN at LolaBlankets.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How Do You Repair A Friendship?
We're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman & Sally deFries. Here's what we've got this week: 1. I was planning on proposing soon, but now feel emotionally abused and am thinking of calling it off - what should I do? 2. Getting through postpartum anxiety 3. My cousin-in-law wears flip flops and cargo shorts to weddings. How can I stop him from doing that at mine? 4. I asked a girl out who wasn't into me. Where do I go from here? 5. How do you repair a friendship with a former best friend? OUR PARTNER: Ultra Pouches: Get 15% OFF with code MAILIN at TakeUltra.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Is My Longtime Best Friend In Love With Me?
We're back! The Mail-In Podcast with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got: 1. Headed to a bachelor party at 32. Do I try to drink like I used to? 2. If I break up with my girlfriend, do I have any right to stay in her condo for a while? 3. Is it weird to wear a tuxedo to a non black-tie wedding? 4. Is my longtime best friend in love with me? 5. I have the opportunity to move wherever coming out of grad school with a remote job. Where should I go? Our Partners: Green Chef: Get 50% OFF your first month then 20% OFF your next two months with code 50mail at GreenChef.com/50mail Warby Parker: Get 15% OFF plus FREE shipping when you buy 2 or more pairs of glasses at WarbyParker.com/MAIL Lola Blankets: Get 40% OFF with code MAILIN at LolaBlankets.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How Long Can You Keep Seeing Multiple People?
Back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got this week: 1. A follow up on last week's pregnancy-during-the-wedding question. 2. How long can you keep seeing multiple people? 3. Is it wild to listen to podcasts at 3.5x speed? 4. My wife and I have vastly different TV preferences and need a mediator. 5. How do I pack for a 10 day Europe trip with a kid? 6. What are your thoughts on relationship etiquette for two people when one person is fresh out of a relationship but there are strong feelings involved? Our Partners: Factor: Get 50% OFF plus FREE BREAKFAST for a year with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off Ridge Wallet: Get 10% OFF with code MAIL at Ridge.com Square: Get up to $200 OFF Square hardware when you sign up at Square.com/go/mail WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How Big Of An Age Difference Is Too Big?
Back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Randy Trembacki filling in today. Here's what we've got: 1. How big of an age difference is too big when dating? 2. Should we do a registry for our new house or is that tacky? 3. Setting FaceTime boundaries with in-laws. 4. My girlfriend leaves her makeup bag in the car then blames me for not remembering to take it out. 5. Do I tell my sister I'm planning to get pregnant in the middle of her wedding planning season? Our Partners: Ridge Wallets: Get 10% OFF with code MAIL at Ridge.com Square: Get up to $200 OFF Square hardware when you sign up at Square.com/go/mail Green Chef: Get 50% OFF + a FREE Graza Olive Oil set with code mailgraza at GreenChef.com/mailgraza WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Appetizers & Vacation Spots
Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got: 1. New mom fashion help. 2. Should I feel weird about leaving my toddler with my in-laws for a weekend? 3. Bachelorette Party input on location, ideas, etc. 4. Brett & Sally's appetizer and vacation spot draft. Our Partners: Lola Blankets: Get 40% OFF with code MAILIN at LolaBlankets.com Square: Get up to $200 OFF Square hardware when you sign up at Square.com/go/mail WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How Do I Evaluate Moving?
Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Producer Randy Trembacki. Here's what we've got: 1. Should I go to this guys wedding with old coworkers I hate? 2. Compromising with my future wife on vacation activities. 3. What factors make moving the solution? Happiness? People? Location? 4. My friends do nothing but play board games and I hate it. How do I still hang with them without participating? 5. We're doing a destination wedding in Austin this fall - where should we do our welcome drinks? Our Partner: Factor Meals: Get 50% OFF your first box plus FREE breakfast for a year with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Can I Put Grandma's Diamonds In An Engagement Ring?
Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got: 1. Advice for handling a slacker on your work team? 2. My wife and I aren't sure whether to intervene with a couple experiencing parenting inequalities. 3. How do I go about asking her Dad for permission to marry her? 4. I have family jewels that I'd like to put in an engagement ring. 5. I helped my buddy get hired at my company a few levels below me. Our Partners: Green Chef: Get 50% OFF plus a FREE Graza Olive Oil Set with code mailgraza at GreenChef.com/mailgraza Cash App: For a limited time, new Cash App customers can earn $10 if they use code FAMILY10 in their profile at signup and send $5 to a friend within 14 days. Terms apply. Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/95lzqjza #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Washing Your Hands Before Unloading The Dishwasher
Back on The Mail-In this week with Sally deFries and Will deFries. Here's what we've got: This week, Sally is joined by Will (filling in for Brett who is on a ski trip) to talk a listener with intimacy issues, saving money while also enjoying your life, washing your hands before emptying the dishwasher, a new parent grabbag, lacking empathy because of your job, handling conflict, choosing where a couple should get married, and more. Our Partners: - Lola Blankets: www.lolablankets.com (MAILIN for 40% off) - Warby Parker: www.warbyparker.com/mail (15% off when you buy 2 pairs of glasses) - Green Chef: www.greenchef.com/mailgraza (50% off Green Chef + FREE Graza Olive Oil Set in your 2nd and 3rd boxes) WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Should We Even Have A Wedding At This Point?
Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got: 1. How often do you wash jeans? 2. Sell my husband on moving to Austin from PA 3. Traveling to San Diego and Napa with a 9 month old 4. Should we even have a wedding at this point? 5. I'm 23 dating a 33 year old Our Partners: Factor Meals: Get 50% OFF your first box PLUS free breakfast for a year with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off Warby Parker: Get 15% OFF your order plus free shipping at WarbyParker.com/MAIL WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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My Wife Cheated On Me
Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman & Sally deFries. Here's what we've got: 1. Can we get Sally's thoughts on Heated Rivalry? 2. My wife of 2 years cheated on me. Again. 3. Engagement ring shopping. 4. We've both put on a bit of relationship weight and I think she looks better now... but she doesn't. 5. We accidentally invited a third couple to a NYC trip. Our Partner: Factor: Get 50% OFF plus FREE breakfast for a YEAR with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Where Do I Draw The Line?
Happy New Year from the squad at The Mail-In Pod. Brett Merriman & Sally deFries back on the mic with y'all. Here's what we've got this week: 1. Having trouble managing a tough relationship with my dad while being there for my mom. 2. Friendships of the opposite gender? 3. Ski trip bachelor party out west? 4. If you're in someone's wedding party do you still get them a gift? 5. Should I propose on a trip even though we have things to work out? 6. How to tell my friends I'm pregnant when they're on an IVF journey. Our Partners: Green Chef: Get 50% OFF plus a FREE Graza Olive Oil set in your 2nd and 3rd box with code mailgraza at GreenChef.com/mailgraza Aura Frames: Get $45 OFF with code MAILIN at AuraFrames.com MasterClass: Get up to 50% OFF at MasterClass.com/MAILIN WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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My Encounter With A Rude Bartender
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Randy Trembacki. Here's what we've got: 1. What should I get my dad for retirement? 2. Throwing an end-of-year party for my law firm. 3. What should I do in a situation where a bartender was extremely rude to me? 4. My girlfriend goes out and doesn't answer when I'm there to pick her up. Should I end things? Our Partners: Aura Frames: Get $45 OFF with code MAILIN at AuraFrames.com Green Chef: Get 50% OFF your first month PLUS 20% OFF your next two months with code 50MAIL at GreenChef.com/50MAIL WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Mail-In Thanksgiving Spectacular ft. Randy Trembacki
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Producer Randy Trembacki for a dose of nostalgia and some questions on top. Here's what we've got: 1. Deciding between family members as a wedding officiant. 2. What does "a couple" mean at the store? 3. My buddy is getting married and we're not a fan of his fiancée... 4. Need help with my Thanksgiving mac n' cheese! 5. What is Randy thankful for? Our Partners: Aura Frames: Get $20 OFF with code AURA20 at AuraFrames.com MasterClass: Get as much as 50% OFF by heading to MasterClass.com/MAILIN Green Chef: Get 50% OFF your first month with code 50MAIL at GreenChef.com/50MAIL WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Where Do I Meet Single People At 31?
We're back on The Mail-In Podcast with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got this week: 1. How do I stop being habitually late to things? 2. Where do I meet single people at 31? 3. How do I manage too many bachelorette parties? 4. My girlfriend sneezes into her hands 5. What's the hiking like in Austin? Our Partners: Aura Frames: Get $20 OFF with code AURA20 at AuraFrames.com Factor Meals: Get 50% OFF plus FREE shipping on your first box with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Happy Halloween!
We're back on The Mail-In Podcast for a Halloween edition with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we got: 1. Skipping my best friend's kid's birthday parties. 2. What are your thoughts on pursuing single fatherhood by choice? 3. Setting boundaries when moving back to the town your family lives in. 4. I'm pregnant with my first and am thinking about having one vs. two kids? 5. I'm feeling disrespected by my employer and wondering what to do. WRITE IN TO THE MAIL IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Are We Dating The Same Guy Groups feat. Randy Trembacki
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Randy Trembacki filling in. Here's what we're working with: 1. Should I be bothered that a girl asked about me in a "are we dating the same guy?" group? 2. Am I within my right to charge my friends for a hotel room they checked out late from? 3. How can I bring up to my wife that her mom living with us is becoming a real problem? 4. How to make the best of working remotely in Japan for two weeks? Our Partners: MasterClass: Get 15% OFF an annual membership at MasterClass.com/MAILIN Factor: Get 50% OFF plus FREE shipping with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How Do I Ask My Girlfriend's Dad To Marry His Daughter?
Back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries! Here's what we've got taking you into the weekend: 1. What's the female equivalent of guys doing the ABC pants, polo, white sneakers outfit? 2. What is life like as a working mom? 3. Need help talking to my girlfriend's dad about proposing! 4. Should I donate sperm to be the biological father of my friend's baby? Our Partner: Green Chef: Use code 50MAIL at GreenChef.com/50MAIL to get 50% OFF your first month then 20% OFF your next two months with free shipping WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Am I Ready For Kids? Feat. Will deFries
Back on The Mail-In with special guest Will deFries on the mic. Brett Merriman and Randy Trembacki are there too. Here's what we're working with: 1. Trimming the wedding guest list? 2. How do I talk to my boss about ensuring my role is hybrid? 3. Need help supporting my brother through a tough time 4. I'm in my late 30s and not sure if I'm ready for kids? Our Partners: Aura Frames: Get $35 OFF at AuraFrames.com with code MAILIN Mando: Get 20% OFF plus FREE shipping with code MAIL at ShopMando.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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I Can't Get Over My Boyfriend's Ex
We're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman & producer Randy Trembacki. Here's what we've got this week: 1. Is it weird that I'm embarrassed to continue donating plasma as a side hustle? 2. Feeling burnt out at my sales job. How can I pivot without admitting defeat? 3. Dallas recs feat. Dallas native Dave Ruff. 4. Need help networking at work to climb the ladder. 5. I can't get over my boyfriend's ex of 10 years. Our Partners: Green Chef: Get 50% OFF your first month PLUS 20% OFF your next two months with code 50MAIL at GreenChef.com/50MAIL Masterclass: Get an additional 15% OFF any annual membership at Masterclass.com/MAILIN Mando: Get 20% OFF site wide + FREE shipping with code MAIL at ShopMando.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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I'm Afraid Of The Dentist Feat. Will deFries
We're back on The Mail-In from The Sauna aka Washed HQ with Brett Merriman and special guest, husband of Sally, Will deFries. Here's what we're working with this week: 1. My boyfriend is afraid of the dentist. 2. We're in the full swing of wedding planning and I don't want someone to come. 3. I need help putting together a business casual wardrobe on a budget. 4. What to expect after child #2? 5. New York City recommendations Our Partners: Aura Frames: Get $35 OFF a frame with code MAILIN at AuraFrames.com Factor Meals: Get 50% OFF plus FREE shipping on your first box with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off Mando: Get 20% OFF site wide + FREE shipping with code MAIL at ShopMando.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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First In A Friend Group To Be A Mom
Powering through this week on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we're working with: 1. Advice for taking a big trip with/without kids after a crappy year 2. My girlfriend complains that I need to be more accommodating to her ADHD around the house. I went and got diagnosed myself to prove that she can still do things. 3. How should I leave a group chat? 4. Should I have not paid my friends for bachelor party expenses from events I didn't attend? 5. 30 year old dating scene in Chicago 6. How do I help my lonely friend who's the first of our group to have a child? Our Partners: Chubbies: Get $10 OFF with code MAIL at ChubbiesShorts.com/MAIL Factor Meals: Get 50% OFF plus FREE shipping with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Is It Time To Move On?
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries taking on your questions. Here's what we've got: 1. How do I let my friends know we're not interested in swinging? 2. AITA for getting annoyed with my gf for spending too much time shopping for gifts during our international trip? 3. Any recs for a day trip to Lake Tahoe? 4. Need tips for a night shift PICU nurse 5. Feeling stuck in a relationship, unsure whether to move on? Our Partners: Green Chef: Get 50% OFF your first month then 20% OFF your next two with code 50MAIL at GreenChef.com/50MAIL MasterClass: Get 15% OFF at MasterClass.com/MAILIN WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Writing A Perfect Best Man Speech
Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Randy Trembacki. Here's what we've got: 1. Need help planning a girls mystery trip! 2. How to write the perfect best man speech? 3. When should we take our honeymoon? 4. How do y'all have so many friends? Our Partner: Green Chef: Use code 50MAIL at GreenChef.com/50MAIL to get 50% OFF your first month then 20% OFF your next two with free shipping! WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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MAJOR Book Club Drama
Back on The Mail-In this week with the full crew of Sally deFries and Brett Merriman. Here's what we've got: 1. Is there a way to have a wedding without dancing? 2. Do I have to pick my girlfriend up from the airport if her company pays for her Ubers? 3. MAJOR book club drama 4. I'm 38 weeks pregnant and anxious about spinals and epidurals in the case of a C-Section. 5. Tips for introducing your significant other to your family for the first time? Our Partner: Green Chef: Get 50% OFF your first month plus 20% OFF your next two months with code 50MAIL at GreenChef.com/50MAIL WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dating In Your 30s
We're BACK on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Randy Trembacki (who hate each other). Here's what we've got: How do I tell my friend I can't attend her bachelorette party? I'm a bald guy who needs hat recommendations Is it too soon to invite a new partner to a family event? How do I get my mom to stop texting me horrible news articles? Austin boat day for a bachelor party - Brett's choose your own adventure bachelor party, Austin edition Changing my outlook on dating in your mid 30s Our Partner: Factor Meals: Get 50% OFF plus FREE shipping at FactorMeals.com/mail50off with code mail50off WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What To Do After Getting Engaged?
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries cooking for summer. Here's what we've got: We just got engaged! What should be the next step? Wild card on a bachelor party Are you watching both Love Island UK and USA? AITA for getting to a wedding day-of? I'm tired of consoling my friend who never takes my advice. Our Partner: Factor: Get 50% OFF plus FREE shipping with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Living With Your In-Laws For 18 Months
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we're working with: Is it crazy to book a Europe trip during my maternity leave? I'm living with my in-laws for 18 months. Please help. How do you know when it's time to change jobs? What do you say to your friend who follows a bunch of IG models? How did you know a family had money growing up? Our Partner: Green Chef: Get 50% OFF your first month plus 20% OFF your next two months plus free shipping with code 50MAIL at GreenChef.com/50MAIL WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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My Boyfriend Has No Style
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries taking you through the questions. Here's what we've got: My boyfriend has questionable style. What do I do? Do I go to a bachelorette party 3 months postpartum? How do I relieve the anxiety of leaving my kid with my in-laws for 10 days? Do I invite a girl I've been dating for 7 weeks to a wedding? I'm nervous about having kids after watching my nephew deal with a genetic disorder. Our Partners: Aura Frames: Get $30 OFF their best-selling frame with code MAILIN at AuraFrames.com Green Chef: Get FREE salads for 2 months PLUS 50% OFF your first box with code MAILFREE at GreenChef.com/MAILFREE WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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I'm Moving In With My Girlfriend
Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got: C-Section recovery tips! My girlfriend moved in and she's absolutely zero help around the house. What do I do? Is it ok to go to a wedding in Mexico with a 2 month old at home? 1st birthday party etiquette? Are Sally and Brett tuned into the "red heads are black" conversation? Advice on moving in with a significant other for the first time? Our Partner: Factor: Get 50% OFF plus FREE shipping on your first box with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Friday vs. Saturday Weddings
Happy Friday, y'all. Brett Merriman and Randy Trembacki on The Mail-In with you this week. Here's what we've got: Serious red flag in a girl I've been dating for a year What's the etiquette on telling one of your best friends you're dating a former "fling" of theirs? Can I send a wedding registry to people I don't invite to a small wedding? Is a trip with a third wheel too awkward to take? Where do you stand on personalized jerseys to games? Friday vs Saturday weddings WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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My Friends Owe Me Four Grand
We're BACK on The Mail-In. A lovely Thursday in Austin, TX. Brett Merriman and Sally deFries on the sticks today. Here's what we've got: 1. How much are we contributing to gifts on open-ended wedding registry items like "house fund" or "honeymoon"? 2. What are your thoughts on wearing scrubs in public? 3. Should I still go on a non-refundable trip if my GF is hesitant about traveling overseas? 4. My wife is due on Tuesday after Mother's Day. Should I get her a present for both occasions? 5. My friends owe me $4k which they've said they can't afford to pay back immediately. Now they're traveling to Japan and Costa Rica. What do I do? Our Partners: Factor Meals: Get 50% OFF PLUS free shipping at FactorMeals.com/mail50off with code mail50off Aura Frames: Get $35 OFF plus free shipping with code MAILIN at AuraFrames.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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I Can't Stand My Future Sister-In-Law
Ready to rip with the next episode of The Mail-In. Brett Merriman and Randy Trembacki taking you through this one. Here's what we've got: Long distance relationship advice I'm concerned about my friend using my likeness in her book... When do seasons actually begin? I think my younger brother is making a mistake marrying this girl My partner is unsupportive of the changes I've made to my body Brett's solo trip recs Our Partners: GreenChef: Get FREE salads plus 50% OFF your first two months with code mailfree at GreenChef.com/mailfree Aura Frames: Get $35 OFF plus FREE SHIPPING with promo code MAILIN at AuraFrames.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How To Know If A Spring Break "Fling" Is More Than That?
We are BACK on The Mail-In. Brett Merriman and Sally deFries taking you through this one. Here's what we've got: My BF cheated on me and now I'm stuck in an apartment I can't afford. What do I do? My fiancée orders cake via DoorDash in the middle of the day and it bothers me Should I feel bad for skipping my cousin's wedding to take a trip? Can I invite someone to my bachelor party who isn't invited to my wedding? How to play a spring break "fling"? Italy recs Our Partners: Factor Meals: Get 50% OFF PLUS FREE SHIPPING on your first box with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off Aura Frames: Get $35 OFF plus FREE SHIPPING with promo code MAILIN at AuraFrames.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How To Talk To Your Partner About What You Like In Bed?
Happy Friday to the Mail-Iners out there! We're back with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries talking shop. Here's what we've got: Dating a new person and starting to get intimate - how should we go about communicating what we like and don't like? Struggling in Pharm School - any tips for me? Graduating from Law School and I'm afraid my sister is going to ruin the ceremony/weekend What's the proper phone etiquette at a service appointment? Need tips for traveling with a newborn Our Partner: Factor Meals: Get 50% OFF PLUS FREE SHIPPING on your first box with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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My Wife Hates My Family
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we're working with: Is one AirPod the move at a bar by yourself? Help! My mother-in-law is using psychological warfare on me... Should we combine finances before getting married to make things easier? How should we handle my wife hating my immediate family? Is it lame to have a low key bachelor party in the city you and your friends already live in? Banff area recommendations Our Partners: Green Chef: Get FREE salads PLUS 50% OFF your first box at GreenChef.com/mailfree with code mailfree LinkedIn: Post your job for FREE at LinkedIn.com/MAILIN WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-62-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Do I Attend The Bachelor Party? Feat. Dillon Cheverere & Dave Ruff
We have a throwback full house Mail-In for y'all today featuring Dillon Cheverere and Dave Ruff to go along with Brett Merriman and Randy Trembacki. Here's what we're working with: I'm a social drinker and she's sober - is that a dealbreaker? What's the etiquette on watching shows you normally watch with your spouse when you can't watch them together? Solo trip to Europe for 3 weeks Go-to karaoke songs when I'm out with my girlfriend's family for the first time? My older brother crashed out and is now trying to match with my friends on Hinge Are you under any obligation to attend the bachelor party if you're not a groomsman? Our Partners: Stash: Get $25 towards your first stock purchase at Get.Stash.com/MAILIN LinkedIn: Post your job for FREE at LinkedIn.com/MAILIN WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Should You Have Photos Of Your Ex on Instagram?
Happy Friday! We're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Randy Trembacki. Here's what we're working with this week: Am I the asshole for wanting to exclude stragglers from our book club? How do I get my neighbors to stop fighting? What's your take on your partner having Instagram photos of their ex? Any tips for putting yourself out there in social settings? Am I overthinking this meaningless Hinge convo? Am I a psycho for wanting to drive to a bachelorette party solo? Our Partners: Factor: Get 50% OFF your first box plus free shipping at FactorMeals.com/FactorPodcast with code FACTORPODCAST Stash: Get $25 towards your first stock purchase at Get.Stash.com/MAILIN WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Can You Have Platonic Female Friends?
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries on the mics. Bright and early from Austin, TX. Here's what we've got: I really don't want to attend my friend's wedding Can I call someone out for ghosting? I'm getting laid off. What should I do while I'm "fun-employed"? Need to say no to a family trip but I feel guilty... Am I allowed to have female friends? Our Partners: Green Chef: Get FREE salads for two months plus 50% OFF your first box with code mailfree at GreenChef.com/mailfree LinkedIn: Post your job for FREE at LinkedIn.com/MAILIN Stash: Get $25 towards your first stock purchase by going to Get.Stash.com/MAILIN WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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I Hate My Girlfriend's Dog
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman back from IR and Sally deFries in the mix. Here's what we've got: My wife and I don't want to babysit our nieces and nephews on vacation 24/7. What's your policy on playing music in the car with a passenger? I hate my girlfriend's dog. I'm struggling with the imposter syndrome that comes with a promotion. Who is leaving candy on my desk at work!? Our Partners: Green Chef: Get 2 months of FREE SALADS plus 50% OFF your first box at GreenChef.com/mailfree with code mailfree LinkedIn Jobs: Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/mailin Stash: Get $25 towards your first stock purchase at Get.Stash.com/MAILIN WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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My Girlfriend's Engagement Ring Budget Is Ridiculous
Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we're working with: My best friend is planning her wedding that doesn't exist yet... I'm not romantically interested in my girlfriend anymore Attending back to back weddings while being spread thin financially... I'm frustrated and unconfident in the future of my job and thinking about making a change... My girlfriend's engagement ring budget is VERY different in her head than mine Should we move in with my girlfriend's mom? Our Partners: GreenChef: Go to GreenChef.com/mailfree to get 2 FREE months of salads plus 50% OFF your first box Aura Frames: Get $20 OFF the Carver Mat frame with code MAILIN at AuraFrames.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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We're No Contact And I Want Her Back...
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Sally deFries and Brett Merriman. Here's what we've got: My fiancee's friend is skipping his bachelor party. Good excuse but do I have a right to be annoyed on his behalf? I'm 26 and embracing single life. How do I tell people up front I only want to date "casually"? Can we talk about how weed and CBD have become so normalized? Experience going no contact after a breakup when you want your ex back? I thought my friend's bf was going to propose to her at brunch... Our Partners: DraftKings: Download the DraftKings Sportsbook App and get $200 in bonus bets when you wager $5 Factor: Get 50% OFF your first box PLUS free shipping with code mail50off at FactorMeals.com/mail50off WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Why Doesn't My Boyfriend Want To Have Sex With Me?
Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got: What is Sally's workout routine? I broke things off with my coworker and now am wondering how to approach being exes in the workplace? My friend is being a mom-to-be-zilla about her baby shower she asked me to host. I haven't had sex with my boyfriend I've been dating for 5 months. He always has an excuse of why he doesn't want to. Help. Any recs for spots near Austin/Dallas/Houston to enjoy? Thinking small town vibes with good scenery, cool shops, and places to relax. Our Partners: Green Chef: Go to GreenChef.com/mailfree to get FREE salads for 2 months plus 50% OFF your first box DraftKings: Use code WASHED when you sign up at the DraftKings Sportsbook to get $200 in bonus bets when you wager $5. WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Who Gets The Best Bedroom?
Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got: On a bachelor/bachelorette party, how do you decide rooms at the Airbnb? Moving with my husband, one-year-old, and dog... I'm nervous! My girlfriend takes too long to get ready and then complains we're not spontaneous I've experienced a pregnancy loss and I'm having trouble processing Things to do in Austin, TX with a child while on vacation Our Partner: DraftKings: Use code WASHED when you sign up at the DK Sportsbook to get $200 in bonus bets when you wager $5 WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN (ANONYMOUS) LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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I'm Quitting The Dating Game
Happy New Year! We're back in 2025 with a brand new Mail-In featuring Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got this week: Telling friends "no" to trips while pregnant How to handle a mother-in-law that makes you feel like you're not enough Godparents dilemma How do you feel about ghosting someone? I'm 30 and quitting the dating game altogether Our Partners: GreenChef: Get 50% OFF your 1st box plus 2 MONTHS of free salads with code mailfree at GreenChef.com/mailfree DraftKings: Get $200 in bonus bets when you wager $5 with code WASHED when you download the DraftKings Sportsbook App WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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A Very Mail-In Christmas ft. Randy Trembacki
It's The Mail-In Podcast Christmas Spectacular this week featuring Brett Merriman and special guest, Randy Trembacki! Here's what we've got: What are your favorite Christmas traditions? Attending 5 holiday parties with my husband as an introvert... Splitting AirBNB expenses when one party has a credit Chicago recs for a January trip? Am I ready for a new relationship two months post break-up? Our Partners: Helix Sleep: Get 25% OFF PLUS 2 FREE Dream Pillows with any mattress purchase at HelixSleep.com/MAILIN Aura Frames: Get $35 OFF the best-selling Carver Mat frame with code MAILIN at AuraFrames.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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My Significant Other Can't Stand My Friends
A beautiful Thursday morning in Austin, Texas and we're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries in the studio. Here's what we got this week: I didn't have a bachelor party because of COVID. Am I allowed to have one 5 years later? Is it a dealbreaker if my sig-oth can't stand my friends? Am I a scrooge because I want to cut back on gift giving for everyone? What random change would you make to make the world a better place? Recs in Austin near Moody Center pre/post concerts/events? Our Partners: Helix Sleep: Get 25% OFF PLUS 2 FREE Dream Pillows with any mattress purchase at HelixSleep.com/MAILIN Aura Frames: Get $35 OFF the best-selling Carver Mat frame with code MAILIN at AuraFrames.com PrizePicks: Download the PrizePicks App and use code MAIL to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How Do You Get Over Someone After Breaking Up?
We're back to full strength on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries in the studio. Here's what we got this week: Am I weird for not exactly "enjoying" holidays with my family? Gift giving advice for your siblings' sig-oths that you don't really like? Getting into smut novels and need some recs/authors When should I tell my employer I'm pregnant? What's your advice for getting over a breakup and moving on? Our Partners: Helix Sleep: Get 25% OFF PLUS 2 FREE Dream Pillows with any mattress purchase at HelixSleep.com/MAILIN Aura Frames: Get $35 OFF the best-selling Carver Mat frame with code MAILIN at AuraFrames.com Liquid IV: Get 20% OFF your order with code MAILIN at LiquidIV.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Thanksgiving Traditions Feat. Randy Trembacki
The Holiday Season is upon us! And we're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and special guest Randy Trembacki. Here's what we got this week: What are your favorite Thanksgiving traditions? Why is Brett an Ole Miss fan? Mid 20s guy considering moving to Austin. Should I? What do you consider drinking too much? How do I address it? Need help splitting holiday time with my in-laws Our Partners: Helix Sleep: Get 25% OFF PLUS 2 FREE Dream Pillows with any mattress purchase at HelixSleep.com/MAILIN SPRKL: Get 20% OFF your order with code MAIL at SPRKLWipes.com PrizePicks: Download the app today and use code MAIL to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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