The Mail-In Podcast (The Mail-In)

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 the limit for number of people on a bachelor party? - How soon is too soon for an engagement? Is there such thing as waiting too long? - Shower Thoughts 🚿 Our Partners Green Chef: Go to GreenChef.com/mail60 and use code mail60 to get 60% OFF plus FREE shipping Athletic Greens: Go to AthleticGreens.com/MAILIN to get 5 FREE travel packs PLUS a year's supply of immune supporting Vitamin D LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245  WRITE IN A QUESTION  MAIL-IN TWITTER MAIL-IN INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're in the thick of gift-buying season and boy do we have an episode for you. This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are back to discuss the pressures that come with the Christmas and Holiday season plus a whole lot more:  - Buying a gift for your partner's parents - whether it's the first time or tenth  - Venmo etiquette. Who is responsible for the request?  - My best friend doesn't approve of my boyfriend. Is it her or him?  - My wife is pregnant and she's a monster. What do I do?  - I'm considering moving to London for a girl. Am I crazy?  Our Partners:  Uncommon Goods: Get 15% OFF your next gift by going to UncommonGoods.com/MAIL  Butcher Box: Get FREE BACON FOR LIFE plus $20 OFF each box for the first 5 months of your membership at ButcherBox.com/MAILIN  Ritual: Get 10% OFF your first THREE MONTHS by going to Ritual.com/RANDY  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries this week! Here's what we've got: Advice for females in their 30s who don’t have kids yet but want kids? Establishing holiday traditions when your extended family is pulling you in different directions. Do I tell my friend I have feelings for them before their current sig-oth moves to our city. I'm struggling with addiction and I'm wondering if y'all have any tips.. Bridal party etiquette for a sister-in-law Our Partners: DraftKings: Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code WASHED. That’s code WASHED for new customers to get $250 in bonus bets when you bet just five bucks AND get one month of NFL+ Premium on us! Magic Mind: Get up to 48% OFF your subscription or 20% OFF one-time purchases with code MAILIN at MagicMind.com/MAILIN LiquidIV: 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 Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in New Hampshire, Oregon, and Ontario. Bonus bets expire one hundred sixty eight hours after issuance. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot C O slash F T ball. NFL+ Premium offer available only to new and former NFL+ subscribers. Additional NFL+ Premium terms at nfl dot com slash terms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we got this week: Is it weird to spot members of the opposite sex in the gym? My mom got cross-faded at my wedding Breakups with both friends in the same friend group We've been together for 5 years and my significant other says they're "not ready" to commit Is it a trash move to ask my family to not stay at my house when they visit? Best college football game day experiences Our Partners: Green Chef: Go to GreenChef.com/mail50 and use code mail50 for 50% OFF your first box plus 20% OFF your next two months BetterHelp: Get 10% OFF your first month at BetterHelp.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

This week on The Mail-In, Brett and Sally are H for Christmas to say the least. We're talking traditions, wrapping presents, and all that goes into Christmas morning. That and much much more for your holiday listening:  - Presents from Santa - wrapped or unwrapped?  - If you're IN the wedding party, does that change the size of your gift?  - Christmas gifts for a "situationship" - How likely are you to win Love Island, The Amazing Race, and The Challenge?  - Tipping service workers in a pandemic - Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Our Partners:  Quip: Get your first refill FREE on top of their holiday savings by going to GetQuip.com/MAILIN  Noom Mood: Sign up for your trial at Noom.com/MAILIN  ExpressVPN: Get THREE EXTRA MONTHS of ExpressVPN for FREE by going to ExpressVPN.com/MAIL  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apologies for being a little behind schedule this week, but Brett and Kayla are dealing with the effects of a once-in-a-generation cold snap in Austin. And Kayla is stranded in Jackson, MS.  That being said, we're still helping out where we can with your questions. Here's what we have on The Mail In this week:  (0:00) Bit of a winter situation that Texas has found themselves in (5:05) Getting out of a mental and physical rut  (20:21) Keeping your booze intake in check  (33:19) Are we doing lab-grown diamonds?  (41:09) Quitting your job and telling your boss  (53:10) Handling a full-scale career change in your mid 20s  (1:01:23) Shower Thoughts  Our partner this week:  Sun Basket: go to sunbasket.com/randy and enter promo code randy at checkout for $35 off your order!  Write in your questions below (Spotify only):  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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? - Relationship tips for an ICU nurse?  - Is it weird that I don't want a bachelor party?  - Am I being unreasonable not wanting my friend to name her daughter the same name I have picked out? - Romance novel recommendations? - Shower Thoughts 🚿 Our Partner: Butcher Box: Get a FREE TURKEY for Thanksgiving by signing up at ButcherBox.com/MAILIN and using code MAILIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 drinkAG1.com/MAILIN Nutrafol: Get $10 OFF your first month's subscription plus free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com/men and enter promo code 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

Back after an Austin ice storm derailed the recording schedule last week - thanks for bearing with us. Sally deFries and Brett Merriman co-host on The Mail-In where they help you through your most difficult situations.  - If I'm only drinking beer on a ski trip, can I ask to not pay for communal liquor? - What are your thoughts on using backpacks as adults? - Should I tell a new girlfriend about a hookup with an old classmate before they meet? - I'm falling for my married work wife. Help.  - Our friend is getting married the same weekend as my school graduation. Can we skip? - What's the first home improvement project I should pick in my new property? Our Partners:  Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D plus 5 FREE travel packs at AthleticGreens.com/MAILIN Rhone: Get 20% OFF your entire order by going to Rhone.com/MAIL Butcher Box: Get a chuck roast AND a whole chicken for FREE PLUS $20 OFF your first box by going to ButcherBox.com/MAILIN and using code MAILIN Call us: 888-362-6245 WRITE IN HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 later? - New to Hinge! Wondering how it works when it comes to getting *off* the app? - What's the move when trying to hang out with your friend who's in the same city where you're attending a bachelor party? - Shower Thoughts 🚿 Our Partner LiquidIV: Get 20% OFF anything you order at LiquidIV.com/MAILIN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245  WRITE IN A QUESTION  MAIL-IN TWITTER MAIL-IN INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett is joined by co-founder of Washed Media and host of Too Much Dip, Dave Ruff. The guys talk how aggressive to get on a work trip, vacations with potential hookups, and creating the perfect road trip playlist. They also dive into stay-at-home-dads, hypoallergenic dogs, and sleep schedules that don't mesh.  Our Partner:  Vizzy: Go to vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed to find Vizzy in your area  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dillon, Sally, and Producer Will discuss a guy who dated someone who was "too good in bed," a guy who thinks his new girlfriend is too close to her ex, who should pay for Plan B when one party wasn't completely honest, dating your buddy's younger sister, seeing a "I want you back" email from your significant other's ex, and how to spend your last day of funemployment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Mail-In Pod hosts Kayla Haby & Brett Merriman take to the airwaves to tackle situations like:  (0:00) Following up with the guy from last week who's landlord fired a BULLET through his window (by accident)  (5:29) If the only way to date people was through reality TV shows, which show would you go on?  (13:21) We're on hotness journeys. How do you supplement them?  (22:45) Friends with benefits with an ex-coworker. How do we handle this?  (35:37) Seasoned bartender is hanging up the cleats for a corporate job. Office do's and don'ts.  (1:09:34) Taking a leap of faith and moving to a new city to *potentially* get the girl...  (1:17:41) Shower Thoughts  Hit us on Twitter to submit a question or leave a voicemail for another show: 888-362-6245 Or if you're on Spotify, you can submit questions in the box below:  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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: Use code 60mail at GreenChef.com/60mail for 60% OFF plus 20% OFF your next two months 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

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are back to take on the biggest problems that 20 and 30-somethings face on a daily basis. This week we're hitting:  - When is it socially acceptable to wear airpods? - How do I stand out on a "getting to know you" survey as a new employee?  - Protocol when dating a healthcare professional with weird schedules?  - Is it cool to not invite my buddy to my bachelor party even though I went to his? - Is it rude to say no when someone asks about borrowing my frozen marg machine? - Cabo recommendations for dinners, attractions, etc on a honeymoon?  Our Partners Butcher Box: Go to ButcherBox.com/MAILIN to get FREE GROUND BEEF FOR LIFE Liquid IV: Get 25% OFF your order by going to LiquidIV.com and using promo code MAILIN  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett and Sally are ready to shut it down until next year. But first, giving the folks what they need to get through the holidays. We're talking parents having sex, meals on the couch, and the merits of paying $200 for a New Years Eve party at a bar. Much more for your holiday break right here:  - How do you tell your parents you can hear them banging in the room above you?  - Meals on the couch: trash or not trash?  - Moving out on your own when your roommate can't afford to..  - What hobby do you wish you were better at?  - Breaking up with your personal trainer at the gym - New Years Eve events ranked  Our Partners Roman: Go to GetRoman.com/MAILIN and get $15 OFF your first month of ED treatment when prescribed  MVMT: Be a winner this holiday season by going to MVMT.com/MAILIN  ExpressVPN: Get three extra months of ExpressVPN FREE by visiting ExpressVPN.com/MAIL  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 of Vitamin D by going to drinkAG1.com/MAILIN Nutrafol: Save $10 on your first month's subscription by going to Nutrafol.com and using code 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

This week, Mail-In Pod hosts Kayla Haby and Brett Merriman are back in your ears to tackle your questions. Here's what we've got this week:  (0:00) Following up with the guy who still lives with his parents but wants to have a more active dating life (6:14) How to make friends in a new city? We give you the PLAYBOOK here, shouts to Brett's buddy Adam.  (29:50) What are the rules for hooking up with a friend's ex?  (35:59) This guy is blaming his dating problems on a SHIRT  (54:48) Dealing with "trash texters"  (1:10:46) How do I tell my family I'm hooking up with my sister's best friend?  (1:18:44) Shower Thoughts This week's partners:  Liquid IV: Go to liquidiv.com and use promo code MAILIN at checkout to get 25% off ANYTHING you order   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Sally deFries is back with Brett Merriman to break down the most pressing situations that 20-somethings face. They answer the questions that you need to hear. This week, we're talking:  - Quitting your job to make your side-hustle full time - What to expect at High School reunions? - How do you handle a situation where you like her friend more than you like her?  - Odd home satisfactions?  - Bachelor/bachelorette party lodging etiquette?  - Shower Thoughts Our Partners:  ButcherBox: Get FREE GROUND BEEF FOR LIFE by going to ButcherBox.com/MAILIN Calm App: Get 40% OFF a Calm Premium subscription by going to Calm.com/MAIL  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 distance... - Is it reasonable to have a "tough love" conversation with your husband who's been unemployed for almost a year?  Our Partners:  Nutrafol: Get $15 OFF your subscription by going to Nutrafol.com and using code MAILIN  Butcher Box: Get a FREE TURKEY in your first box by going to ButcherBox.com/MAILIN and using code MAILIN Rothys: Get $20 OFF your first purchase by going to Rothys.com/MAIL WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN  Leave a voicemail at 888-362-6245 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 ahead of time to be more confident in my transition to the workforce and office life? - How do you unwind after long days of work? My anxiety spikes and I can't "turn off" Our Partners: Green Chef: Go to GreenChef.com/mail60 and use code mail60 to get 60% OFF plus free shipping Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D plus 5 FREE travel packs by visiting AthleticGreens.com/MAILIN WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 appearance traits as your partner's ex?  - Getting on the same page when it comes to how much house/apartment you can afford as a couple - Laid off in Chicago - should I just become a "yachtie" for a year? - Finding the right balance between surprise and sure-thing with engagement rings? - Where should we do our babymoon? Our Partner:  Vizzy Hard Seltzer: Find Vizzy in your area by going to VizzyHardSeltzer.com/WASHED  LEAVE A VOICEMAIL  888-362-6245 WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett & Sally discuss the answers to the universe's most difficult questions. Things like:  - As a newly engaged person, who plans all the showers between now and the wedding day?  - Weirdest things to eat while driving?  - How to leave new friends off a full wedding invite list?  - How to explain to your girlfriend your phone broke because you were watching porn?  - Feeling like your wasting your 20s while being in grad school?  - How much do you fill your dishwasher before running it?  They end with some Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿that include a Christmas FMK, house smells, and an important PSA from Sally Our Partners This Week:  Butcher Box: Get a FREE TURKEY in your first box - perfect for Thanksgiving at ButcherBox.com/MAILIN Ritual: Get 10% OFF during your first three months by visiting Ritual.com/RANDY  CrowdHealth: Get your FIRST MONTH FREE plus a FREE WEARABLE after being a member with code MAIL at sign up at JoinCrowdHealth.com/fit Roman: Get $15 OFF your first month of Erectile Dysfunction treatment at by visiting GetRoman.com/MAILIN Be The Match: Enter a bone marrow and stem cell donation list and potentially save lives by going to BeTheMatch.org and registering  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are back from Austin, TX to break down the worlds problems that aren't as serious as a geopolitical conflict in Ukraine... THAT being said let's get to what we're talking about this week:  (11:01) My fiancé doesn't want my best friend at our wedding (18:12) Ideal places to move to if you can work remotely?  (28:26) A years-long situationship ended a while back and then she wrote me a note saying she wants me back in her life?  (35:45) I have a huge crush on my brother's roommate... how do I get over that?  (45:51) Who pays for the rehearsal dinner at a wedding?  (50:45) I just got pregnant. How do I share the news with my friend who's struggling with infertility?  Ask a question HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are back to get into the weeds on the problems and questions facing 20 & 30-somethings daily. We're here to try to help. This week we're taking on:  - Recently divorced and wondering about taking care of my old dog. Red flag to dog-sit for my ex on a weekend?  - Sally's old wedding date did a bunch of molly in the bathroom and it went about as you'd expect - How do you know when you're too old for a certain bar?  - Pizza slice etiquette  - When is the right time to think about buying a house?  - Austin spots to hit in mid-summer for a group of dudes on a bachelor party?  Our Partners LiquidIV: Get 25% OFF your order when you use code MAILIN at LiquidIV.com Rothys: Get $20 OFF your first purchase by visiting Rothys.com/MAIL  SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE: Mail-In Question Form Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and special guest KJ Ellis of the Too Much Dip podcast. Here's what we got: Should I feel guilty for leaving my kid behind while traveling? Long distance relationships on a budget What's the etiquette for replacing something you break? Southwest is ending their open seating policy When should she start chipping in for dates? A friend's work bestie is torpedoing our overseas vacation... WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON TWITTER FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back on The Mail-In this week with everyone's favorite Washed video guy, Randy Trembacki, in the co-host chair next to Brett Merriman. Here's what we've got for y'all: I'm in a run club and I have a crush on my sister's friend. My friend is engaged and I don't support the marriage. Do I go to the wedding? Can I tell my dad he rambles too much on the phone and that's why I don't call as often as I should. How do I not take rejection in my job personally? Struggling with finances and my mom wants to help (but there's a catch) Is it right to want to cut friends out of your life based on a certain election outcome? 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

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 part of the security deposit? Our Partner: DraftKings: Download the DraftKings Sportsbook App and use code WASHED to bet just $5 and get $200 in bonus bets INSTANTLY 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

This week on The Mail-In, Sally deFries is back in the saddle with Brett Merriman fresh off a trip to Cabo for the both of them. We're solving your problems one email and phone call at a time. Here's what we've got:  - Should I feel guilty about having a destination wedding AND destination bachelor party?  - How do you stand up for yourself in the workplace without being an asshole?  - Family wedding and bachelorette party on the same day... what do I do?  - My BF is gaining wait and idk how to tell him I don't like it !  - Can girls and guys really be just friends???  - Tips for a first vacation with a significant other Our Partner Vizzy: Go to vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed to find Vizzy in your area  SUBMIT A QUESTION FOR THE MAIL-IN HERE  Leave a voicemail:  888-362-MAIL  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mail-In Hosts Kayla Haby and Brett Merriman return to break down the problems and answer the questions that 20 & 30-somethings face on a daily basis. This week we're tackling:  (0:00) Catching up with some friends from last week's episode (5:22) Coworker loves the thermostat WAY too high  (14:27) This guy's landlord FIRED A RIFLE INTO HIS APARTMENT (28:18) Girlfriend gets spray-tans constantly and they STINK  (49:28) What are the most essential kitchen items when moving into a new place? (1:08:22) He's in love with his work wife. DEEP.  (1:21:57) Shower Thoughts  This week's partners:  Ritual: ritual.com/randy to get 10% off your first 3 months  Sun Basket: sunbasket.com/randy AND promo code randy at checkout for $35 off your order WRITE IN HERE: washedmedia.com/the-mail-in Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett and OFFICIAL co-host Sally take to the mics to talk seasonal beers, Christmas gift-giving, and switching up careers when you feel your organization is crumbling. They also hit on growing out of college hook up culture and being "out of someone's league".  Our Partners:  DraftKings: Go to the DraftKings Sportsbook App and use code WASHED to win $100 in free bets with any $1 placed on a hockey game in which ONE of the teams scores a single goal  Vizzy: Find Vizzy in your area at vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett is joined live from New York City by Twitter's very own Ellie Schnitt. They talk about grabbing dinner and drinks with friends of the opposite sex, how to change up your sig oth's wardrobe without offending them, and what to do after a break-up. Sprinkle in some discussion about making friends in a new city and talking with your friend about a toxic relationship he or she is in and it's an all-time episode.  Our Partners: Vizzy: Find Vizzys in your area by going to vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 going tanning? - How do I pass the time on a cross country roadtrip? Our Partners:  ButcherBox: Get FREE BACON FOR LIFE by signing up at ButcherBox.com/MAILIN LiquidIV: Get 25% OFF YOUR ORDER at LiquidIV.com with code MAILIN at checkout BetterHelp: Get 10% OFF your first month of online therapy by going to BetterHelp.com/MAILIN SUBMIT A QUESTION FOR THE MAIL-IN WRITE IN HERE  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett is joined by the host of Club Cool, Barrett Dudley. The guys talk perfect outfits for a date in Texas weather, the "rules" to follow after a first date, and what happens when a guys trip turns into a couples trip. They also get into what to put on a "Before-30 Bucket List" and what decisions go into getting a dog. They end the show with Shower Thoughts, including driving in construction zones and asking why Pringles get absolutely no respect in the snack game.  (7:08) Ideal date wardrobes for guys, especially in Texas weather  (21:20) What's the follow-up procedure after a first date?  (28:50) This "guys trip" has now turned into a couples trip (37:05) What's on a Before-30 Bucket List?  (47:30) So you're thinking of getting a dog?  (53:40) Are Thursday and Friday nights sneaky better than Saturday on a wedding weekend?  (58:30) Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Our Partners This Week  Butcher Box: Get TWO FREE lobster tails and TWO FREE ribeyes in your first box by going to butcherbox.com/MAILIN Ritual: Get 10% OFF during your first 3 months by visiting ritual.com/RANDY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 terrible driver and I'm incredibly anxious about it. What do I do? Our Partners: Mugsy: Get 10% OFF your order when you head to Mugsy.com and use code MAIL ZBiotics: Go to ZBiotics.com/MAIL and use code MAIL to get 15% OFF your order AG1: Get 5 FREE travel packs plus a 1 year supply of Vitamin D when you go to drinkAG1.com/MAILIN Nutrafol: Save $10 on your first month's subscription by going to Nutrafol.com and using promo code MAILIN WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are back to help get you in gear. Summer is fast approaching and we're about in hotness journey territory. Issues that postgrads face on a daily basis? We're here to help. Here's what we've got this week:  - How do I tastefully post thirst traps to making my Instagram more attractive? Where's the line?  - Should I continue to stick it out in sales or switch up careers entirely? - I bought a house and then my roommate moved out. What should I do with his room while I'm a little strapped for cash?  - I told my best friend I have feelings for her. She didn't have them back. I'm devastated but want to stay friends - what do I do?  - I'm the maid of honor! Great! Now what? - Recommendations: Breck & Vail edition  Our Partners:  Rothys: Get $20 OFF your first purchase today at Rothys.com/MAIL  Vizzy: Find Vizzy Hard Seltzer in your area by going to VizzyHardSeltzer.com/WASHED  Get your question on The Mail-In!:  888-362-6245  WRITE YOUR QUESTION IN HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett is joined by the husband and wife team of Sally & Will deFries to talk brunch with the squad, moving in with a significant other early in the relationship, and whether or not to do a wedding in Sonoma or a potentially life-altering work conference in The Adirondacks.  (4:32) Guy can't golf because he's at brunch with his girlfriend every Saturday (22:49) Being single and proud at 27 (30:32) Is moving in with your girlfriend after 9 months too quick?  (37:12) Going to a close friend's wedding that you *definitely* don't still have feelings for  (1:00:12) Physical intimacy after 5 years in a relationship?  (1:09:35) Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Support our partners this week:  Sunday - Get $20 OFF your custom lawn plan at getsunday.com/stella  Sun Basket - Get $90 OFF and 4 FREE gifts over your first 4 orders by going to sunbasket.com/randy and enter randy at checkout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett is joined by Sally deFries to talk how many dates can you go on before you need to break up outside of a text, ending friendships over wedding invites, and dealing with an "MLM girlboss" that your buddy is dating. They also hit on goals to accomplish before having a child, disclosing friends of the opposite sex to your significant other, and debate the merits of french fries vs. chips vs. chicken tenders in this week's Shower Thoughts.  Our Partners: Earlybird CBD: Get 20% OFF your order with promo code MAIL at earlybirdcbd.com Vizzy: Go to vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed to find Vizzy in your area  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

This week on The Mail-In, Brett is joined by Washed Media video guy, Randy Trembacki. The guys dig into their morning routines, social anxiety at a bar after the pandemic, and how to find a new apartment - a process they're both in the midst of.  (2:23) Morning routines and how to save time  (11:38) Apartment pool etiquette  (18:14) Dealing with social anxiety at bars post-pandemic (24:23) Rekindling a fizzled-out relationship   (41:58) Finding a new apartment (55:29) Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Partners this week:  Liquid IV: Get 25% OFF your order when you go to liquidiv.com and use code MAILIN at checkout Vizzy: Go to vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed to find Vizzy in your area Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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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 asshole for not wanting to eat leftovers from my wife's cooking 3 nights in a row? - Help me litigate a situation where I'm planning a guys golf trip in which some guys are planning on bringing their significant others Our Partners: Butcher Box: Get FREE CHICKEN NUGGETS FOR A YEAR PLUS 10% OFF when you sign up at ButcherBox.com/MAILIN and use code MAILIN Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D PLUS 5 free travel packs when you visit AthleticGreens.com/MAILIN Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/MAILIN for a free trial and then use code MAILIN for 10% OFF your first purchase of a website WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW ON TWITTER FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anddd we're back with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries taking you through life's biggest questions on The Mail-In. Things like:  - Where should we take our 5 year wedding anniversary trip and should it be Cabo?  - What if the girl I'm talking to doesn't show many pictures? Is it shallow to ask for more?  - How to upgrade your wardrobe at 28?  - How do you date two people at once?  - Should I reach out to the "one that got away" even if they cheated on me Ask a question:  https://washedmedia.com/the-mail-in Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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

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

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 she's "burned out from dating" what do I do? My bf made out with another girl at a music festival and I want to stay together. Should I? Our Partners: Schedule35: Get 15% OFF with code MAIL at Schedule35.co PrizePicks: Go to PrizePicks.com/mail and use code mail for a first deposit match up to $100 Nutrafol: Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com/men and enter the promo code 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

We're back! This week on The Mail-In, Sally and Brett are back in the studio to solve your most pressing problems with decent to above-average advice. Here's what we've got this week:  - What are things you take advantage of when your significant other is out of town?  - My boyfriend sold our house without consulting me. Help?  - How do I take a chance apartment elevator run-in to the next level?  - How do I deal with misogyny in the workplace?  - What color are bones?  - I'm traveling to the UK in a few months and I'm not sure how to handle it?  Our Partners SoFi: Learn how you can win UP TO $1000 in stock when you open an account at SoFi.com/MAIL Rothys: Get $20 OFF your first purchase by going to Rothys.com/MAIL NordVPN: Get a huge discount on NordVPN by going to NordVPN.com/MAILINPOD and using code MAILINPOD Get your question on the pod!  WRITE IN HERE  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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 best?  - How do I do a trip to New York in December? Our Partners:  Rothy's: Get $20 OFF your first purchase at Rothys.com/MAIL Vizzy Hard Seltzer: Find Vizzy in your area by going to vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett & Washed Media video director Randy Trembacki to get involved with topics like being a first-time wedding guest, what to do with a fixer-upper house, and potentially getting "Friends'd" by a listener.  (10:30) Meeting your coworkers for the first time after a YEAR  (19:21) Always a groomsman, but now I'm a first-time guest. What do I wear?  (29:11) Two couples, one apartment. Good idea? (36:10) Are we doing solo vacations?  (47:53) How to ask your boss for a raise (1:04:42) Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Our partners this week:  MVMT: Get 15% off your order with FREE shipping AND returns at mvmt.com/MAILIN Vizzy: Find Vizzy near you at vizzyhardseltzer.com/WASHED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 to GreenChef.com/60mail and use code 60mail to get 60% OFF PLUS 20% OFF YOUR NEXT TWO MONTHS WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Mail-In Pod hosts Kayla Haby & Brett Merriman are talking about improving your life on a few different fronts. Personal finances, moving on, and how to deal with noisy upstairs neighbors. Stay tuned for a HEATED Shower Thoughts segment this week.  (0:00) Following up on lab-grown diamonds (4:23) Some concerns about credit card debt before a proposal 😬 (16:43) How much of a paycheck do you save?  (35:24) Etiquette when you're "on a break" (54:50) He's just not that into you... (1:01:05) Dealing with noisy upstairs neighbors (1:10:04) Shower Thoughts Our partners this week:  Harry's: harrys.com/mailin to get their shaving starter kit for $3!!  Grammarly: grammarly.com/mail for 20% off their premium features Write in your questions below (Spotify only):  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 it take to be successful in a business development role? Our Partners: PrizePicks: Go to PrizePicks.com/MAIL and use code MAIL for a first deposit match up to $100 ZBiotics: Go to ZBiotics.com/MAIL to get 15% OFF your order when you use code MAIL at checkout 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

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 others' family/in-laws over the holidays? Is there a tier system for gifts to your siblings and their significant others? What are your favorite Christmas traditions from childhood that you want to keep alive as an adult? Our Partner: LiquidIV: Get 20% OFF your order when you use code MAILIN at LiquidIV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 the party scene and want to slow down without ruining my social life - Shower Thoughts 🚿 Our Partners: Green Chef: Get 50% OFF your order PLUS free shipping by going to GreenChef.com/mail50 AG1: Get 5 FREE travel packs plus a 1-year supply of Vitamin D by going to drinkAG1.com/MAILIN Liquid IV: Get 20% OFF anything you order by using 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

On this week's Mail-In, Brett Merriman is joined by the newest crop of Washed Media interns Abhi Pal (business development) and Calli Rubin (social). They dig into how they got to Washed Media, what they've learned, and what to expect going forward. They also keep everyone young, which may be their most important quality.  - Intern bios - What's the oldest trait about the Washed guys?  - What is the dating scene like in college now?  - How do I stay cool at 29?  - How did sororities/fraternities shape your college experience? - Do guys or girls have cleaner college living situations? - If you were Washed CEO, what would you do?  - Which Washed employee would do the best at a formal? - Shower Thoughts 🚿 Our Partners: SoFi: Visit SoFi.com/MAIL to learn how you can win up to $1,000 IN STOCK when you open an account Policygenius: Head to Policygenius.com to get your FREE life insurance quotes to see how much you could save  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett and Sally are hyped going into the Saturday meetup at Kirby Ice House in Houston. Apologies for the existential crisis we hit by the end... Here's what we're working with this week:  - Do I have to go to ALL the company happy hours?  - What's the best job benefit you've ever had?  - How do you un-invite people from your wedding?  - How do you handle being invited to two weddings in one day?  - Peeing in a pool - Houston spots - Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Our Partners:  Athletic Greens: Head to AthleticGreens.com/MAILIN to get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D PLUS 5 FREE travel packs  Green Chef: Go to GreenChef.com/MAIL135 to get $135 OFF across five boxes PLUS free shipping  SUBMIT A QUESTION HERE  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Mail-In Pod hosts Kayla Haby & Brett Merriman dig into the wonderful conundrums that are Long Distance Relationships. They also hit on inviting in-laws to bachelor parties, hooking up with your brother's new girlfriend, and the best places for solo meals.  (0:00) Follow-ups from last week (3:30) Inviting in-laws to your bachelor/bachelorette party  (18:29) Oops, I've hooked up with my brother's new girlfriend before (49:30) Long-distance relationships (58:46) I want to date a coworker I used to flirt with now that I'm single (1:03:46) Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Support our partners that make this pod possible:  Vizzy: Find where to buy Vizzy Hard Seltzer in your area at vizzyhardseltzer.com/WASHED Ritual: Get 10% off your first three months at ritual.com/RANDY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back at full strength this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries on The Mail-In. Here's what we've got: When do you know if someone has lost interest early on in dating? We're going to need to do IVF to have kids and we're arguing about the process How do we become good at-home cooks? My GF's estranged father passed away a few months ago. She's taking it really hard with the guilt and grief. How do I help? Separating friends/family on a bachelor party? Our Partner: LiquidIV: Get 20% OFF your first order with code MAILIN at LiquidIV.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and special guest, KJ Ellis, of Too Much Dip. Here's what we've got: Trash or not trash: finishing a High Noon your date left half-filled? How do you get a good nights sleep? A lot of career uncertainty? Anxiety about jumping in a brand new program after being in a career for a while. How do you mend deep family relationship cuts? What's the rule on ending things with someone after a big gesture? Our Partners: GreenChef: Get 50% OFF your first box PLUS 50 FREE ClassPass credits at https://greenchef.com/mailclass LiquidIV: Get 20% OFF your first order with code MAILIN at https://liquidiv.com/ DraftKings: Download the app and used WASHED for $250 in bonus bets when you bet $5 Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit https://ccpg.org/ Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in New Hampshire, Oregon, and Ontario. Bonus bets expire one hundred sixty eight hours after issuance. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot C O slash F T ball. NFL+ Premium offer available only to new and former NFL+ subscribers. Additional NFL+ Premium terms at https://www.nfl.com/terms 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

Kayla starts the show with a major piece of news and Brett discusses the future of the podcast. They also hit on getting married super young, choosing between job opportunities, and navigating a drinking problem in a relationship. (3:25) Major Announcement & the future of The Mail-In (9:46) To pop the question or not at a young age (21:35) Choosing between multiple good job opportunities (29:35) My girlfriend has a drinking problem  (39:02) I hooked up with my ex's friend while we were broken up (56:01) Breaking up with a roommate (1:01:55) Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Our partners this week:  Sunday - Go to getsunday.com/stella for $20 off your custom lawn plan Grammarly - Get 20% off Grammarly Premium by going to Grammarly.com/MAIL Vizzy - Find where to purchase Vizzy in your area at vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries! Here's what we've got: How do you handle the pressure of your parents asking about marriage and kids? Any tips for handling the last trimester of pregnancy at a job? Is it rude to propose on a vacation that also doubles as attending a wedding? Tips for carry-on only travel overseas? Is body count important in a relationship? Our Partners: DraftKings: Download the DraftKings Sportsbook App and use code WASHED to get $250 in bonus bets when you bet just $5 AND get one month of NFL+ Premium BetterHelp: Get 10% OFF your first month when you go to BetterHelp.com/MAILIN WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit https://ccpg.org/ Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in New Hampshire, Oregon, and Ontario. Bonus bets expire one hundred sixty eight hours after issuance. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot C O slash F T ball. NFL+ Premium offer available only to new and former NFL+ subscribers. Additional NFL+ Premium terms at https://www.nfl.com/terms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 more likely to get divorced and now I'm concerned !  - Career move: Sioux Falls and $$$ or Denver and fun?  - I've been dating the same guy for 5 years and we can't talk about marriage at all. Is it irrational to be mad at this?  - Can Sally still defend Southwest Airlines? How long does a trip have to be to pack a bag?  - Shower Thoughts 🚿 Our Partners Rhone: Get 20% OFF your entire order at Rhone.com/MAIL using code MAIL  Butcher Box: Get the New Year bundle for FREE plus $10 OFF when you sign up today by visiting ButcherBox.com/MAILIN and using code MAILIN Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D plus 5 FREE travel packs by visiting AthleticGreens.com/MAILIN WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN Leave a voicemail: 888-362-6245 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 asking my neighbor to let him in? - What is your group trip shopping list? Our Partners: Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D plus 5 FREE travel packs by visiting AthleticGreens.com/MAILIN Factor Meals: Get 50% OFF your first box by using code steam50 at FactorMeals.com/steam50 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

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 now Our Partners: Green Chef: Get 60% OFF plus 20% OFF your next 2 months by going to GreenChef.com/60mail and using code 60mail Liquid IV: Get 20% OFF your first order when you use 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

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 mine? - Power rank leftover foods Our Partners: Green Chef: Get 60% OFF plus FREE shipping by going to GreenChef.com/mail60 and using code mail60 Nutrafol: Get $10 OFF plus FREE shipping by going to Nutrafol.com and using code MAILIN Babbel: Get 55% OFF your subscription when you go to Babbel.com/MAIL WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL 888-362-6245 FOLLOW ON TWITTER FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett and Sally jump into the usual to answer your questions. Fun situations this week.  - Sally takes you through the do's and don'ts of Napa and Sonoma, California  - What to do when your buddy just won't get over his ex... even though she cheated on him - Dating while in the midst of working on your mental health - Improving your significant other's wardrobe  - Not having an Instagram while in the dating scene  - Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Our Partners: Tushy: Get 10% OFF PLUS FREE SHIPPING by going to hellotushy.com/MAILIN ExpressVPN: Get an extra THREE MONTHS FREE on a 1-year subscription by going to ExpressVPN.com/MAIL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 asshole for not wanting to do a Vegas bachelor party for my friend who's eloping for his wedding? - Quarter life crisis: should I move to a new city for a new start?? - Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Our Partners: Nutrafol: Save $10 OFF your first month's subscription by going to Nutrafol.com and entering promo code MAILIN Squarespace: Head to Squarespace.com/MAILIN for a free trial and use code MAILIN to save 10% OFF your first purchase of a website or domain 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

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are back to make cutting down your wedding list MUCH easier. We're getting into hair care and grilling season. Jam packed episode taking you into the weekend.  - How does Sally get her hair looking good in the Texas heat?  - What's the criteria for wedding invitees?  - Helping a friend through a rough patch  - Could you win the lottery and keep it a secret?  - What should I do for my family before moving away from my hometown?  - I'm struggling with moving to NYC because I don't want to be like everyone else  Our Partners Butcher Box: Get a FREE GRILLING BUNDLE with your order by signing up at ButcherBox.com/MAILIN Vizzy Hard Seltzer: Find Vizzy in your area by going to VizzyHardSeltzer.com/WASHED Get your question on The Mail-In CLICK HERE TO WRITE IN  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are back to tackle the most pressing issues facing postgrads everywhere. This week, we're taking on:  - Rescheduling a couples birthday trip that overlaps with a bachelor party?  - Where would you retire and what would you want to do?  - How do you handle the anxiety of starting a new job?  - If I'm gonna "start over", career-wise, personal life-wise, where do I go and how do I do it?  - How do you handle drunk bickering with your sig oth?  - I have a bachelor party in Houston coming up... what do we need to hit?  Our Partner:  Uncommon Goods: Get 15% OFF your order by going to UncommonGoods.com/MAIL  Ask a question and appear on The Mail-In!  SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION HERE Leave a voicemail for The Mail-In  888-362-6245 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries in the chairs! Here's what we've got: How do I ask my girlfriend to pay for more things in our lives? Setting boundaries with in-laws who live within driving distance I'm 6 weeks pregnant and have a history of miscarriage - how do I tell my parents I don't want to visit without spilling the beans too quickly? How do I know if I'm settling? Am I the asshole for not wanting to help setup/breakdown my buddy's wedding? Our Partners: Green Chef: Go to GreenChef.com/mail50 and use code mail50 for 50% OFF your first box plus 20% OFF your next two months LiquidIV: Get 20% OFF your first order with code MAILIN at LiquidIV.com DraftKings: Download the DraftKings Sportsbook App and use code WASHED to get $250 in bonus bets when you bet just $5 PLUS get a month of NFL+ Premium for free 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

We're back to FULL strength on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman & Sally deFries. Here's what we've got this week: How do I tell my friends that my husband and I don't want to travel with them? What's your go-to karaoke song? Handling situations where someone likes you more than you like them and vice versa. How do I kindly tell someone they can do things without their partner? Going on trips where drinking was expected while pregnant? 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

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 first order when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code MAILIN at checkout 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

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are back to break down your biggest questions. Things like: Am I an asshole 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 FactorMeals.com/mail50 and use code mail50 PrizePicks: Get a first deposit match up to $100 with code mail at PrizePicks.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

This week on The Mail-In, Brett sits down with the newest member of the Washed Media family, Intern Adam. They talk Adam's path to Washed and college life during COVID, senior year trips with your college buddies, and figuring out how to handle a crush on a coworker.  Our Partners:  Liquid IV: Get 25% OFF your order at liquidiv.com with code MAILIN at checkout Vizzy: Go to vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed to find Vizzy in your area  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 when you're expecting (a second child)? - Not being asked to be a groomsman  - Moving to a new city, part ??? - Power ranking home improvement projects that don't require outside contractors  - Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿  Our Partners Athletic Greens: Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D plus 5 FREE travel packs by visiting AthleticGreens.com/MAILIN Green Chef: Get $135 OFF across five boxes by going to GreenChef.com/MAIL135 and using code MAIL135 WRITE A QUESTION FOR THE MAIL-IN Leave a voicemail at 888-362-6245 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WE'RE BACK! Thanks for bearing with us on The Mail-In the last month but we're back in action with Brett Merriman and Randy Trembacki on the mics. Here's what we've got: Is it wild to have someone call you and demand you pay for the next few dates? What is your cutoff time for flying vs. driving? Narrowing down names for a child - are some too popular? Do I have to go to a wedding just because I was invited? Should I take less money now for a potential payoff in the future? Back on dating apps after a divorce ! Our Partners: Green Chef: Go to GreenChef.com/mail50 and use code mail50 to get 50% OFF plus 20% OFF your next 2 months LiquidIV: Get 20% OFF your first 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

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 Partners: Liquid IV: Get 20% OFF your first order when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code MAILIN Green Chef: Get 60% OFF plus 20% OFF your next two months with code 60mail at GreenChef.com/60mail 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

We're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries this week. Here's what we've got: Thoughts on a babymoon? Finding time to work out after having a baby? My sister invited me to a wedding as a plus one. Should I go? Are you obligated to use a friend as a realtor? What is Sally's pigs-in-a-blanket recipe? How about Brett's buff chick dip? Our Partners: Green Chef: Go to GreenChef.com/mail50 and use code mail50 for 50% OFF your first box PLUS 20% OFF your next two months BetterHelp: Get 10% OFF your first month when you visit BetterHelp.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

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 sign up at ButcherBox.com/MAILIN and use code MAILIN Squarespace: Get a free trial at Squarespace.com and get 10% off your first purchase of a domain at Squarespace.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

This week on The Mail-In, Brett is joined by Micah Wiener (check out his newsletter here) and Will deFries of Sunday Scaries (and Washed Media) to talk trash house moves in your early 20s, breaking up with your hairstylist, and what to do when you stumble upon your boss hooking up with a client.  They also dig into splitting an AirBNB charge that you had NOTHING to do with and ditching a wedding date that you're just not that into.  Our Partners:  Liquid IV: Get 25% OFF your order with promo code MAILIN at liquidiv.com Vizzy: Find Vizzy in your area by going to vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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 asshole 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 have to break things off? - Solo travel tips for Los Angeles? Our Partners: Butcher Box: Get FREE CHICKEN NUGGETS FOR A YEAR PLUS 10% OFF when you sign up at ButcherBox.com/MAILIN and use code MAILIN Babbel: Get 55% OFF your subscription when you go to Babbel.com/MAIL Liquid IV: Get 20% OFF anything you order with code MAILIN at LiquidIV.com ZBiotics: Get 15% OFF your order by going to ZBiotics.com/MAIL and using code MAIL at checkout WRITE IN TO THE MAIL IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON TWITTER FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Partners: Fast Growing Trees: Get 15% OFF your order by going to FastGrowingTrees.com/MAILIN Squarespace: Get a FREE TRIAL by going to Squarespace.com/MAILIN and then use code MAILIN for 10% OFF your first purchase of a website or domain Factor: Get 50% OFF your first box by going to FactorMeals.com/steam50 and using code steam50 WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON TWITTER FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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)   Our Partner: Rothy's: For a limited time, get $20 off your first purchase at https://www.rothys.com/ MAIL ASK A QUESTION FOR THE MAIL-IN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Sally deFries is back with Brett Merriman to answer the world's most pressing questions. This week they're talking:  - Am I shallow for not being interested in someone because they're "not that hot"?  - First time wedding-goer and I'm the Maid Of Honor - what are the do's and don'ts?  - I have trouble falling asleep AND waking up in the morning. HELP.  - What do you call the period from "initial contact" to "officially in a relationship" - is it "dating"?  - Shower Thoughts: Dreams  Our Partner Butcher Box: Get SEVEN POUNDS OF FREE MEAT with the Ultimate New Year's Bundle by going to ButcherBox.com/MAILIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman returns to the show with Sally deFries in the co-host chair. Tackling questions that run that gamut like:  - What are your thoughts on influencers these days? - How do you approach a significant relationship stalemate without compromise?   - I've worked incredibly hard on my new body, how do I show it off? - Some idiot ordered $900 worth of bottle service on a work trip and we're stuck with the bill - How do I convince my buddy to do more on his bachelor party than sit around the pool at the Airbnb? - My husband and I want to do a 4-6 day domestic trip between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Any suggestions?  Our Partners: ZBiotics: Head to ZBiotics.com/MAIL and use code MAIL for 15% OFF at checkout Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D + 5 FREE travel packs by visiting AthleticGreens.com/MAILIN Babbel: Get up to 55% OFF your subscription when you go to Babbel.com/MAIL  LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 WRITE IN HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brett is back and Sally is fired up for summer. We're breaking down your biggest problems this week on The Mail-In. Things like:  - How do you plan to talk to your kids about "x-rated" content?  - I'm flirting with my neighbor big time. What's the next step?  - Did I get a pity wedding invite? Do I go?  - How much do I have to tell a new boyfriend about my past sex life?  - I'm on the other side of a best-friend-catching-feelings relationship. Help - San Diego recs?  Our Partners Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D PLUS 5 free travel packs at AthleticGreens.com/MAILIN  Butcher Box: Get FREE BACON FOR LIFE plus $10 OFF by going to ButcherBox.com/MAILIN and using code MAILIN  SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION HERE  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett and Sally take on another round of questions from the listeners including:  1. How do I meet a girl OFF the apps? I'm 32 and have a pretty good thing going for me but can't find the one  2. What's a go-to skinny drink in peak fall beer and football season?  3. Stop looking at your ex's stories. Promise.  4. Housewarming parties 101. Spreads are important.  5. Am I a dick for owning a nicer house than I can afford?  6. How do I tell a girl I'm dating that I'm not comfortable sleeping with her until she's cleared of STD's !  Our Partners:  Rothy's Shoes: Get $20 OFF your first purchase at rothys.com/MAIL  Uncommon Goods: Get 15% OFF your next gift at uncommongoods.com/MAIL Liquid IV: Get 25% OFF anything you order using promo code MAILIN at liquidiv.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New hosts Kayla Haby and Brett Merriman take the reigns on The Mail-In. Can't wait to take this adventure with y'all.  Give us a chance to earn your business:  (0:00) How this new pod happened and why did Kayla meet Brett at a bachelor party  (11:20) The windy road into content (27:00) Moving a wedding to 4th of July weekend (39:25) Keeping an ex's clothing  (51:30) Is it cool to live with a roommate after getting married?  (58:23) Connor's girlfriend  is getting REALLY into becoming a psychic medium (and might have powers) (1:08:20) Shower Thoughts  This week's partner:  Liquid IV:  https://www.liquid-iv.com/  Promo code MAILIN for 25% off  Shoot us your questions for the pod here:  https://washedmedia.com/the-mail-in Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Sally's husband, Will deFries, fills in with Brett as they discuss the merits of meat pies and other assorted foods. They also dig into a wild engagement situation and talk through the trials and tribulations of owning a small business.  (3:35) Will's hypothetical food truck (8:45) What should my fianceé and I register for?  (21:36) Christmas traditions going too far in a new family? (28:28) Changing your diet in a relationship (39:42) Uhhh my friend's girlfriend just bought her engagement ring with my buddy's credit card... (43:40) Small business doldrums and how to get out of them  (53:25) Golfing at a corporate event when you're bad at it... what's the move?  (58:45) Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Our Partners  Quip: Get your first refill FREE by going to getquip.com/MAILIN Butcher Box: Get FREE ground beef for LIFE and $10 OFF your first box by going to ButcherBox.com/MAILIN CrowdHealth: Get your first month FREE and a FREE wearable after 30 days of being a member by going to JoinCrowdHealth.com/fit and using promo code MAIL at sign-up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman has a guest host and fellow member of Washed Media in Sally's husband, Will deFries. They break down the most pressing questions and situations you face in your early adulthood, and in the case of this episode, take a trip down memory lane with a wave of nostalgia. We're talking:  (2:35) Missed connections and how to handle them (14:30) I hate Valentine's Day and my girlfriend loves it. What do I do?  (22:20) How do I be a good friend after my best friend has a kid?  (36:38) What's the appropriate way to ask someone out who lives far away after hitting it off for a weekend?  (50:53) I moved in with my girlfriend and we're on VERY different TV schedules. How do we resolve this?  (1:02:49) Shower Thoughts: Early-childhood educational toys that we loved (nostalgia warning)  Our Partner:  Vizzy: Find Vizzy Hard Seltzer in your area by going to vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 support my fiancé when her friends keep bailing from her bachelorette party?  - What airlines are the best? The worst?  - Shower Thoughts 🚿 Our Partners  Butcher Box: Get FREE BACON for LIFE plus $100 OFF your first order by signing up at ButcherBox.com/MAILIN and using code BONUS100  BetterHelp: Get 10% OFF your first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/MAILIN Policygenius: See how much you could save on life insurance at PolicyGenius.com  CLICK HERE TO ASK A QUESTION Leave a voicemail at 888-362-6245 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett and Sally are joined by Sally's sister Lily Boettcher to answer your questions. Things like:  - What are your worst travel stories?  - What are some Christmas cocktails that will be a hit at an ugly sweater party? - Is it weird to be infatuated with my buddy's girlfriend?  - What's are tips for hosting a Friendsgiving? Attending one?  - Who gets oven priority on Thanksgiving day?  - My boyfriend wants a work wife - like a lot. Is that normal?  Our Partners  Uncommon Goods: Get 15% OFF your next gift by going to UncommonGoods.com/MAIL  Rothy's: Get $20 OFF your first purchase by going to Rothys.com/MAIL  Tushy: Get 10% OFF plus FREE SHIPPING by going to HelloTushy.com/MAILIN  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 wife wants me to be her hall pass. My best friend can't find out. Should I do it?  - How to celebrate a divorce?  - How do you handle a bachelorette party drop out who hasn't paid for the Airbnb or activities yet?  Our Partners: Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D PLUS 5 free travel packs by visiting AthleticGreens.com/MAILIN Green Chef: Get 60% OFF plus free shipping by going to GreenChef.com/mail60 and using code mail60 Liquid IV: Get 20% OFF your order by using code MAILIN at LiquidIV.com WRITE IN TO THE MAIL-IN LEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 888-362-6245 FOLLOW US ON TWITTER FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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? - Can I ask my friends getting married for a plus one? - Bachelor Party Pick: Las Vegas vs. New Orleans - Shower Thoughts 🚿🚿 Our Partner:  Vizzy Hard Seltzer: Find Vizzy in your area by going to VizzyHardSeltzer.com/WASHED  ASK A QUESTION FOR THE MAIL-IN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Mail-In, Brett & Sally get in to discuss your most burning questions like:  - Hanging on to the thoughts of an ex, even though you're happily married  - Honeymoon destinations  - Decorating a house as a first time buyer  -  Bridesmaids on Wedding Day - Deciding to go to grad school  - The definition of "hanging out" as a couple  And a brand new segment "Who Did It First?"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Downtown Our Partners: Mugsy: Get 10% OFF your order by heading to Mugsy.com and use code MAIL Squarespace: Get a FREE trial by checking out Squarespace.com/MAILIN and use offer code MAILIN to save 10% on your first purchase of a domain Green Chef: Go to GreenChef.com/mail60 and use code MAIL60 to get 60% OFF plus 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