The Mail-In Podcast

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What's The Deal With Run Clubs? Ft. Randy Trembacki Aug 30, 2024

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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?

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Are They Still Interested In Me? Aug 08, 2024

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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?

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A Parents-Only Vacation Faux Pas For The Ages Aug 01, 2024

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We're back at full strength this week on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries. Here's what we've got this week:

Is it ok to be turned off by someone's career choices?
Is it possible to maintain friendships with coworkers your age after you become their boss?
Any thoughts on staying away from kids' birthday parties while we struggle to conceive?
My girlfriend and I have both gained some weight. She wants to lose it. I think she looks even better than she did before. What do I do?
How to navigate your partner switching up their dietary habits to exclude meat?
Can I tell my friend she's uninvited to a parents-only trip after saying she's bringing her child?

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When Should You Start Chipping In On Dates? Feat. KJ Ellis Jul 25, 2024

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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...

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Liking Someone More Than They Like You In A Relationship Jul 18, 2024

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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?

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Paying For Dates Ft. Randy Trembacki Jul 12, 2024

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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 !

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Who's Your Celebrity Hall Pass? Jun 13, 2024

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We're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries in the host chairs! Here's what we've got:

Celebrity hall passes?
Am I wrong to be annoyed by my friend sending me pictures of her kid constantly?
Statute of limitations for work fridge food items?
Should I split money with my in-laws after selling their hand-me-downs?
What is your least favorite habit of a coworker?

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Talking About Sex, Folks! Jun 06, 2024

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This week on The Mail-In, Brett Merriman and Sally deFries are back to solve as many problems as possible in an hour. Here's what we've got:

Should I quit my underachieving beer league team?
Broke up with my GF and now I'm in a pickle...
How to host a fun adult get-together with kids in the mix?
Got out of the military and now I'm thinking I want to be a CRNA
I'm married with kids and our sex life has become extremely complicated...
I liked an Instagram pic I shouldn't have...

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Comparing Lives, Children, and Accomplishments With Family & Friends May 30, 2024

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We're back!! Thanks for bearing with us the last few weeks on The Mail-In. Sally deFries and Brett Merriman on the mic! Here's what we've got this week:

My roommate is afraid to take his new girlfriend to a bar where he hooked up with a bartender
I can't help but get annoyed comparing lives with my in-laws
UT tailgating scene and places to catch games in Austin
Meeting new friends in an unfamiliar city as a medical student
I want to set my coworker up with a friend... how should I do it?

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New Mom Chronicles May 10, 2024

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Back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries talking shop and answering questions. Here's what we've got:

I'm a newly-divorced 36 year old looking to hop back into the dating pool. Is everyone always this immature now?
How do I go about finding the right person for me?
How do I find time for myself as a new mom?
Is it too soon to apply for a new job within my current company?
I'm in a wedding soon and the bride hasn't told me what to wear!
Cutting the guest list for small weddings

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