In this week's episode, Merritt discusses a few topics she often gets asked about as a longtime fashion blogger! From defining your personal style and to dressing for your body type, to identifying what items are worth the investment and the building blocks that create an epic capsule wardrobe, there's a lot to learn in this week's episode. At the top of the episode she discusses her upcoming travel plans to Charleston and the international trip she just booked this week, gives her final thought...
Apr 26, 2022•46 min
As a palette cleanser to last week's episode on grief, this week we're playing a game of True or False! Merritt crowdsourced on Instagram to find out what you guys wanted to know most, and is giving her responses in this week's episode. From how she feels about "short kings" and whether men in their 30s are single for a reason, to whether she gets botox and if kids and a husband aren't a goal for her, this True or False roundup covers a fun hodgepodge of topics. At the top of the episode, Merrit...
Apr 19, 2022•1 hr 4 min
In this episode, Merritt discusses the defining moment that changed her entire life - the loss of her father sixteen years ago. She shares a bit about her life before the accident, plus talks about the kind of guy her dad was. She discusses the events that surrounded his death, the aftermath, how she handled the five stages of grief, and answers your questions on the topics of grief and loss. At the top of the episode, Merritt shares a weekend recap including two new restaurant reviews and intel...
Apr 12, 2022•1 hr 1 min
In this week's episode, Merritt is joined by her sister, Alexandra, for a fun chat about their girl's weekend, her sobriety, dating in Austin and more! Up top Merritt shares a week/weekend recap, the two TV shows she's been watching this last week, and the awesome audiobook she just finished. Be sure to follow Alexandra on Instagram @styled.by.alex , where she shares the best new arrivals at Neiman Marcus and shares tons of amazing outfit ideas and inspiration through chic flat lays she creates....
Apr 05, 2022•57 min
In this week's episode, Merritt discusses the various perks and downsides of being a fashion blogger/instagram influencer! From body image issues and internet trolls to gifts and exciting event invitations, she shares some of her own personal highs and lows that come from this job and lifestyle. She also answers a ton of listener questions on a range of influencer-related topics such as competition and copying, privacy, pressure and pet peeves, loop giveaways and so much more! At the top of the ...
Mar 29, 2022•1 hr 5 min
This is part two of Merritt's conversation with her friend Emma, aka @EmmasThing ! In this second half of our wine-filled convo they discuss moving in with a romantic partner for the first time, dating and social media and what that means for privacy, and more! Be sure to tune into Emma's podcast, That's What E Said ! In the intro to the podcast, Merritt shares a week/weekend update including a crazy local true crime story and the show she managed to watch all three seasons of since recording la...
Mar 22, 2022•1 hr 15 min
In this week's episode, Merritt sits down with her friend and fellow blogger/influencer/podcaster, Emma Golden, aka @EmmasThing ! They chatted for so long that Merritt split their conversation into two different episodes, and this is part one. In this first half they talk personality types, horoscopes, psychics, going from a full-time job to freelancing full time, anxiety spirals + insecurities, the pains of podcasting vs influencing and so much more! It's a fun chat between girlfriends over win...
Mar 15, 2022•1 hr 2 min
In this week's episode, Merritt recaps her recent trip to Carmel, California, in addition to sharing her very favorite restaurants and shopping around town! She also reviews a new TV show and movie she watched over the weekend, one of which she highly recommends while the other is a so-so recommendation. After that, Merritt answers listener questions on a variety of topics: dating, fashion, travel, family drama, her biggest pet peeves, a controversial FMK and more! Visit thestylescribe.com for t...
Mar 08, 2022•54 min
In this week's episode, Merritt tackles a highly requested topic: homeownership! She discusses the various things one needs to think about when deciding whether to buy vs rent, things to look for in a property, financial details to consider and more. She also openly shares what she wish she'd known before buying and renovating her first house, things she would have done differently, and her recommendations for making the very best choice in your home search! She also answers a ton of listener qu...
Mar 01, 2022•43 min
In this week's solo episode, Merritt takes a journey through some of her very favorite things in life - from her go-to road trip snacks and her favorite cocktails, to the outfits Meghan and Kate wore that she loved the most, and the very best brand of denim, you're sure to leave this episode knowing Merritt much better than you did before! She also shares a few personal updates including how things are going with laser hair removal, why this weekend was one of the best she's had in awhile, and m...
Feb 22, 2022•1 hr 14 min
In this episode, Merritt chats with friend and fellow podcaster, Kate Kennedy, of Be There In Five ! The conversation covers a wide range of topics (a hodge-podge, if you will) including the highs and lows of attending fashion week, the appeal of aspirational content vs relatability, internalized misogyny, criticism of Meghan Markle, a conspiracy theory about the Queen, and more! In the intro, Merritt gives a week/weekend recap, including her review of the new limited series inspired by Anna Del...
Feb 15, 2022•1 hr 32 min
In this Valentine's Day themed episode, Merritt dives deep into dating and relationships! She discusses the five love languages and romantic attachment styles, breaks down what she considers to be red flags on dates, shares what she's looking for in a partner, lists some suggestions of where to meet guys in the wild, offers her opinion on dating younger vs older, and so much more. She shares a bunch of personal dating anecdotes and stories from her past, but also shares listener tales near the e...
Feb 08, 2022•1 hr 4 min
In this week's episode, Merritt sits down with the founder and owner of Dallas-based Bevill Dog Behavior, Brad Bevill. We chat about how he got into the business of dog behavior (aka dog psychology) and turned his gift into a thriving enterprise! We discuss all the dos and don'ts of dog ownership including whether to crate train or not, some tips about collars and leashes to use, how to reduce unwanted behaviors in your dog, and more. In addition to general advice, Brad answers a bunch of specif...
Feb 01, 2022•1 hr 32 min
Merritt shares a post-COVID update and what she did over the weekend, in addition to some musings about drinking too much, bad hangovers and feeling worthless for days after a fun night out. In the meat of the episode, Merritt chats about personality types and tests, including the RHETI test (Enneagram) and the Myers-Briggs test, what her results are and which test she thinks is actually worth the money. In the Beck and Call segment, Merritt answers listener questions about being diagnosed as AD...
Jan 25, 2022•45 min
That's right, Omicron got the best of Merritt... but she's still got a new episode for ya! In addition to sharing the details of her particular illness (where she thinks sh got it, when symptoms started, when she finally tested positive!!), she's diving into alllllll of the movies and TV she watched while in isolation this last week and weekend! In the Beck and Call segment, Merritt answers questions on how to deal with a narcissistic friend, what kinds of swimwear I buy, how I've enjoyed workin...
Jan 18, 2022•43 min
In this episode, Merritt shows an up close and personal look at her kinda rocky wellness journey over the years. From the ADHD meds that kept her skinny as a youngster (and potentially stunted her growth) , to the realization that she can't just eat whatever she wants and still fit in her clothes, this episode is full of personal stories! In addition to personal stories regarding diet and fitness, she shares personal updates from the last week/weekend, including some of her favorite restaurants,...
Jan 11, 2022•53 min
In this episode, Merritt shares a recap of her festive New Year's Eve (there was a change of plans, but it ended up being perfect)! She shares her review of the Harry Potter 20th Anniversary Special on HBOMax, as well as her deep connection to the series and how it was a fundamental part of her adolescence. She also shares her thoughts on Emily in Paris, plus another show she's rewatching that is an all-time favorite. In the meat of this episode, Merritt chats through some of her thoughts on alw...
Jan 04, 2022•44 min
In this week's episode, Merritt gives a recap of her last week in Austin over the Christmas holidays! She also sits down for a chat with her sister (who missed most of Christmas thanks to a positive COVID test) , and is then joined by her mom for a group convo about everything from their favorite beauty/skincare products to Merritt's lazy life hack for avoiding making her bed in high school. She also reviews the movies Don't Look Up and The Courier! Follow along on Instagram @beckandcallpodcast ...
Dec 28, 2021•46 min
As a Christmas gift from me to you, here's a special bonus episode! The entire thing is a Q&A - I'm answering a bunch of questions submitted by listeners through the hotline (214-620-0473) and via email. I got through as many as I could in under one hour! I'll be sure to answer any questions I didn't get to in future episodes... thanks for listening and happy holidays!!! Follow along on Instagram @beckandcallpodcast , and visit beckandcallpodcast.com for more info!...
Dec 23, 2021•55 min
In this episode, Merritt shares some highlights from the last year including her favorite moments, best purchases, TV shows, and more, as well as sharing her goals and hopes for the coming year! At the beginning of the episode, Merritt shares a week/weekend recap (including a near dognapping incident and one of her best meals *ever*) , her thoughts on the Attached book she just finished (and another one she just started!) , the TV show she just started this week and some other holiday related ti...
Dec 21, 2021•52 min
In this week's episode, Merritt sits down with her assistant, Liza, to chat about her recent engagement and the wedding plans she's made so far! She tells the story of the proposal, where and how she found "the dress", how they decided on a venue, and more. At the beginning of the episode, Merritt gives a week/weekend recap, shares her recently decided New Year's Eve plans and gives a workout update with the Fierce at Home program in the Sweat App (five weeks in) ! She also shares some industry ...
Dec 14, 2021•1 hr 7 min
In this week's episode, Merritt shares some of her all-time (and recent!) favorite Christmas movies, holiday tunes, seasonal candles, go-to gift ideas for her mom, sister, step-dad, godchildren, the hostess, etc. She also shares a peek into her own holiday wish list! In the beginning of the episode, Merritt gives a detailed recap of her trip to New York over the weekend! Discover who she saw, where she ate and stayed, what she bought, and more. In the Beck and Call Q&A segment, Merritt answe...
Dec 07, 2021•55 min
In this week's longer episode, Merritt shares a recap from her Thanksgiving at the ranch, including a review of two audiobooks she listened to, the game she discovered, and her not-so-hot take on the James Bond movie franchise. For the main topic in this week's episode, Merritt talks through her style evolution (it wasn't what you'd expect from a fashion blogger) , shares her shopping method and how she has created a balanced, classic wardrobe, and how she decides whether to keep or return an it...
Nov 30, 2021•51 min
In this week's episode, Merritt shares what she's getting into over the Thanksgiving holiday week/weekend, plus sharing her tips on how she stays sane with all the craziness of the holiday season! In the intro, Merritt talks about the Dallas podcast meetup last week, her review of the House of Gucci movie, discusses Meghan Markle's appearance on The Ellen Show, and more! Call the Beck and Call Hotline at 214-620-0473 to ask Merritt a question! She answers two new questions at the end of each epi...
Nov 23, 2021•37 min
In this week's episode, Merritt covers a topic she's often asked about by readers, friends and strangers alike... how do influencers make money and is it actually lucrative? Is it possible to create a sustainable living from being a blogger or influencer? How does it all work?? She talks about the various ways one can earn money as an influencer, the pros and cons to those various methods, and shares her own experience being an influencer, as well as working for an affiliate network (LTK, former...
Nov 16, 2021•43 min
In this episode, Merritt shares her entire experience with the egg retrieval and freezing process from start to finish. From the schedule, to the shots, to the procedure, recovery, and results, there's not a stone left unturned in this discussion! In the intro, Merritt gives a final review on her holiday velvet Nap Dress order, her thoughts on the Spencer movie, what she's been watching lately, and more! In the Beck and Call Q&A segment, Merritt answers listener questions about dealing with ...
Nov 09, 2021•41 min
In this week's episode, Merritt takes a break from the heavy and chats about her planning process for big trips! She also shares some tips for traveling solo like a pro, which she definitely plans to get back to now that the world is opening back up. In more personal updates, Merritt dishes on a few dating life stories from the last week! She also gives an update on the cat situation at her house, the Deux Moi tip that sent her over the edge this weekend, and shares a bit about her new therapist...
Nov 02, 2021•41 min
In this longer episode, Merritt discusses the expectations vs reality of dog ownership with brutal honesty, and also offers some tips and tricks to get yourself out of the puppy blues when you first get a dog. Click here for more dog content, tips and links on the blog! At the beginning of the episode, she gives a detailed update on her egg freezing journey (so many shots!!) and trying to coordinate a date during the process! Merritt also discusses the Hill House holiday collection, and gives he...
Oct 26, 2021•54 min
In this week’s episode, Merritt discusses her current struggle with making social plans thanks to a dwindling number of single and/or childfree friends! She dives into the transitions friendships go through as you enter various life stages, and her desire to widen her social circle with more people in a similar life stage to her own. She also gives an egg freezing update, chats about Peloton instructor engagements (and her obsession with following them) , and the show she just started watching l...
Oct 19, 2021•30 min
Merritt starts off the episode with a number of random personal updates – egg freezing, laser hair removal, a celebrity sighting in Dallas, and more! She also tells a gross little tale about a discovery she and her dog made in the backyard over the weekend. Trigger warning for poo! For the main topic in this episode, Merritt discusses her experience with hiring employees over the years! From where she posted job listings to finding the right fit, you’ll hear a bit about her entire hiring process...
Oct 12, 2021•45 min
