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December 12, 2024My Significant Other Can't Stand My Friends
A beautiful Thursday morning in Austin, Texas and we're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries in the studio. Here's what we got this week:
I didn't have a bachelor party because of COVID. Am I allowed to have one 5 years later?
Is it a dealbreaker if my sig-oth can't stand my friends?
Am I a scrooge because I want to cut back on gift giving for everyone?
What random change would you make to make the world a better place?
Recs in Austin near Moody Center pre/post concerts/events?

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55 min
December 05, 2024How Do You Get Over Someone After Breaking Up?
We're back to full strength on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries in the studio. Here's what we got this week:
Am I weird for not exactly "enjoying" holidays with my family?
Gift giving advice for your siblings' sig-oths that you don't really like?
Getting into smut novels and need some recs/authors
When should I tell my employer I'm pregnant?
What's your advice for getting over a breakup and moving on?

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1 hr 10 min
November 22, 2024Thanksgiving Traditions Feat. Randy Trembacki
The Holiday Season is upon us! And we're back on The Mail-In with Brett Merriman and special guest Randy Trembacki. Here's what we got this week:
What are your favorite Thanksgiving traditions?
Why is Brett an Ole Miss fan?
Mid 20s guy considering moving to Austin. Should I?
What do you consider drinking too much? How do I address it?
Need help splitting holiday time with my in-laws

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1 hr 4 min
November 08, 2024My Mom Got Cross-Faded At My Wedding
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

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1 hr 16 min
October 31, 2024"I Think You're Marrying The Wrong Person"
We're back on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries to solve the internet's problems. Here's what we've got:
How do you talk to someone about your thought that they're marrying the wrong person?
Feeling a bit lost in my career/work life - is it too late to completely switch things up?
What are your thoughts on Ozempic?
One of my friends no-showed my wedding...
Can you be mad about your friends watching football during your wedding?

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1 hr 20 min
October 23, 2024How Do I Host A Halloween Party?
Hopping back in on The Mail-In this week with Brett Merriman and Sally deFries to solve the internet's problems. Here's what we've got:
Hosting a Halloween Party and I need some advice!
My girlfriend compliments me in the most hyperbolic ways and it weirds me out?
How would you put together a deFries Halloween costume
How do you break the ice with people? Small talk prompts?
Best advice for holding a Bachelorette Party in Austin, TX?
How do I handle the bartender flirting heavily with the guy I'm on a date with?
1 hr 11 min
October 10, 2024Sally Absolutely Hates Weddings
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?

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56 min
October 03, 2024Should My Significant Other Be Contributing More Financially?
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?
1 hr 10 min
September 26, 2024Do I Tell My Friend I Love Them?
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
1 hr 1 min
September 12, 2024How To Handle Your Parents Asking About Marriage & Kids?
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?
1 hr 7 min