Dear Crinkle Episode 61: A neat freak, An MBA student made to feel stupid, and A kitty who might be a pity. Ep subtitle: A neat freak, An MBA student made to feel stupid, and A kitty who might be a pity.

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Captain Crinkle advises a neat freak to watch 'Date Night' with his drawer-leaving roommate.

The episode begins with ads for LinkedIn and Quince before transitioning to the 'Dear Crinkle' advice segment. Hosts introduce the format and Captain Crinkle, played by Bonnie Burns, who answers listener letters. The first letter is from 'Neat Freak,' whose roommate leaves kitchen drawers open to save time and be 'nice to the hinges.' Advice ranges from watching the movie 'Date Night' together to passive-aggressive stickers or direct confrontation. The second letter comes from a 30-year-old MBA student at the University of San Francisco struggling with a group member who dismisses her with 'are you joking right now?' The hosts debate responses, from echoing the phrase back to more aggressive retorts like 'stop being a cunt,' while discussing workplace dynamics. A break segment reveals behind-the-scenes frustration about generating content, with Bonnie asking for creative help. After the break, a letter from long-time listener Brian McCafferty asks about adopting a homeless cat, worrying his existing cat prefers a one-cat household and that he might outlive the pets. Advice varies: Bonnie and Paula encourage adoption, while Adam shares a personal story where adopting a kitten led to conflict, forcing one cat outdoors. Tony suggests a pet psychic, and the hosts agree to request an update. The episode ends with humorous sign-offs and ads for Shopify and Toyota.

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