https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hold-my-merlot--4850192enLeisureCopyright Fran U.https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3bdca70f34e7d3a2b1003679432d9792.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hold-my-merlot--4850192Thu, 28 Mar 2024 08:56:19 +0000Fran U.Fran U.feeds@spreaker.comWelcome to Hold My Merlot. A podcast about news, entertainment, and lifestyle topics. Opinions and facts from the main host Fran, while enjoying the life's pleasure of wine.cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-54-hold-my-merlot--59205075https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59205075Thu, 28 Mar 2024 08:55:43 +0000Fran U.Episode topics: HOA & The Happiness Index2934clean254fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-51-hold-my-merlot--59136599https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59136599Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:32:30 +0000Fran U.Episode topic: Imigration. 4880clean251fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-52-hold-my-merlot--59134781https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59134781Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:28:53 +0000Fran U.Episode topic: Trump Trials. 3782clean252fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a50--58692385https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58692385Thu, 15 Feb 2024 08:43:30 +0000Fran U.4970cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-49-hold-my-merlot--58219132https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58219132Sat, 06 Jan 2024 19:18:18 +0000Fran U.It's the GOP 4th debate and there is ALOT to talk about....5047clean249fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-48-hold-my-merlort--58187835https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58187835Thu, 04 Jan 2024 05:58:23 +0000Fran U.On todays topic, we are discussing the trip to Portugal and the experiences the group had. Also the pressures of gift-giving and Christmas.4034clean248fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-47-hold-my-merlot--57933013https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57933013Wed, 06 Dec 2023 21:11:34 +0000Fran U.The final conclusion of the topic: Will and Jada Smith, thier mindsets, relationship, and opinion as people.3490clean247fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-45-hold-my-merlot--57490503https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57490503Fri, 03 Nov 2023 02:49:49 +0000Fran U.3963clean245fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-44-hold-my-merlot--57260735https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57260735Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:38:12 +0000Fran U.On todays episode we are discussing the ousting of the speakership for the House of Representatives. What does the speaker of the house do and who will fill the vacancy next? Hope you all enjoy this episode!3634clean244fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-43-hold-my-merlot--57058178https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57058178Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:46:30 +0000Fran U.On todays topics: Trump's speech at Michigan manufactory and the Republican debates. Let's see how they do do and what we think they are handling the pressure of the upcoming election.4550clean243fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-42-hold-my-merlot--57020366https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57020366Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:57:11 +0000Fran U.On todays episode, we will be discussing the issues with the current politicans who are in federal office and what we need to change the standards of holding public office.4283clean242fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-40-hold-my-merlot--56961707https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56961707Wed, 27 Sep 2023 15:50:37 +0000Fran U.4844clean240fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-41-hold-my-merlot--56855847
Hope you enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56855847Tue, 19 Sep 2023 14:34:05 +0000Fran U.Nepotism, family and politics. A dangerous combination if you ask anyone. Let's discuss about the situation of Hunter Biden's recent legal troubles and his relationship with his father. In terms of nepotism and how it effects and how we view politics...
Hope you enjoy!]]>3452clean241fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-38-hold-my-merlot--56692645https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56692645Mon, 04 Sep 2023 23:22:04 +0000Fran U.It's us with guests, shooting the breeze talking about the big mess Donald Trump is in with the courts and his future. Hope you all enjoy!3301clean238fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-39-hold-my-merlot--56635399https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56635399Wed, 30 Aug 2023 10:52:27 +0000Fran U.An episode about Trump's indictment and booking. The effect it is leaving on the GOP and the upcoming elections in 2024.3782clean239fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-37-hold-my-merlot--56420387
On todays episode we are talking about communication. How we interpret and handle it as well as how we should do to better communicate.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56420387Thu, 10 Aug 2023 07:49:51 +0000Fran U.Hello All! On todays episode we are talking about communication. How we interpret and handle it as well as how we should do to better communicate.
On todays episode we are talking about communication. How we interpret and handle it as well as how we should do to better communicate.

]]>4401cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-36-hold-my-merlot--56392417https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56392417Mon, 07 Aug 2023 12:01:29 +0000Fran U.Another passport bros episode, with interesting opinions from our 2 guest hosts!4180cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-35-hold-my-merlot--56330964https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56330964Tue, 01 Aug 2023 04:25:58 +0000Fran U.A passport bros episodes, with our energetic opinions!4173cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-34-hold-my-merlot--54824382https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54824382Thu, 22 Jun 2023 15:39:45 +0000Fran U.Hello all! Today we will be discussing about the Trump indictment and add our opinions to this event. Alot of good points and laughs included! Hope you enjoy!3891cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-33-hold-my-merlot--54013019
Hope you all enjoy!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54013019Sat, 27 May 2023 01:03:17 +0000Fran U.On this episode, we discuss black dating, money, and what Ebony K. Williams said on the viral clips with 2 guest host! Hope you all enjoy!
Hope you all enjoy!]]>3698cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-32-hold-my-merlot--53972699https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53972699Tue, 23 May 2023 16:20:05 +0000Fran U.On this episode, we discuss dating, money, and what Ebony K. Williams said on the viral clips!3506cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-31-hold-my-merlot--53708891
On todays episode we will be talking aobut Love Is Blind. A dating reality television series about a social experiment where single men and women look for love and get engaged, all before meeting in person!

Hope you all enjoy.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53708891Mon, 01 May 2023 19:21:08 +0000Fran U.Hello all, On todays episode we will be talking aobut Love Is Blind. A dating reality television series about a social experiment where single men and women look for love and get engaged, all before meeting in person! Hope you all enjoy.
On todays episode we will be talking aobut Love Is Blind. A dating reality television series about a social experiment where single men and women look for love and get engaged, all before meeting in person!

Hope you all enjoy.]]>3383cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-30-hold-my-merlot--53628936
On this epsisode we discuss the concept of tipping and how it has gone too far in todays cutlure, how it is affecting us in interacting with the service sector, and what our past experiences were with tipping itself.

Hope you all enjoy...]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53628936Mon, 24 Apr 2023 14:05:10 +0000Fran U.Hello everyone! On this epsisode we discuss the concept of tipping and how it has gone too far in todays cutlure, how it is affecting us in interacting with the service sector, and what our past experiences were with tipping itself. Hope you all...
On this epsisode we discuss the concept of tipping and how it has gone too far in todays cutlure, how it is affecting us in interacting with the service sector, and what our past experiences were with tipping itself.

Hope you all enjoy...]]>3462cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-29-hold-my-merlot--53398321
On this epside, we will talk about the term woke and how it's being changed by the alt-right of its meaning. Also on the topic of Cancel Culture and how it's relative to wokeness and todays effect.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53398321Fri, 31 Mar 2023 03:50:58 +0000Fran U.Hello everyone! On this epside, we will talk about the term woke and how it's being changed by the alt-right of its meaning. Also on the topic of Cancel Culture and how it's relative to wokeness and todays effect.
On this epside, we will talk about the term woke and how it's being changed by the alt-right of its meaning. Also on the topic of Cancel Culture and how it's relative to wokeness and todays effect.]]>4456cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-28-hold-my-merlot--53318671https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53318671Fri, 24 Mar 2023 01:35:16 +0000Fran U.Hello all! Hope you enjoy this episode about the recent news of Donald Trump maybe being indicted or arrested. Let's see what happens!2771cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-27-hold-my-merlot--53229668
1. Harry and megan: coronation invite? and what are our perceptions about them now.
2. Tiger woods is in trouble with ex girlfriend, nda envolment. A lawsuit is in order!

Please enjoy and hope find your magic in the glass and in the gossip...]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53229668Thu, 16 Mar 2023 22:19:49 +0000Fran U.Hello again my fellow wine lovers! On this episode we will be discussingwe will be discussing the following: 1. Harry and megan: coronation invite? and what are our perceptions about them now. 2. Tiger woods is in trouble with ex girlfriend, nda...
1. Harry and megan: coronation invite? and what are our perceptions about them now.
2. Tiger woods is in trouble with ex girlfriend, nda envolment. A lawsuit is in order!

Please enjoy and hope find your magic in the glass and in the gossip...]]>2771cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-26-hold-my-merlot--53163584https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53163584Fri, 10 Mar 2023 23:56:14 +0000Fran U.Hello fellow wine lovers! On this episode we will be discussing Nikki Haley's run for Republican candidate for president and the Alex Murdaugh's murder case. Hope you all enjoy!3768cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-25-hold-my-merlot--52777668https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52777668Sat, 18 Feb 2023 23:22:43 +0000Fran U.2128cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-24-hold-my-merlot--52271172https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52271172Sat, 24 Dec 2022 00:08:55 +0000Fran U.4139cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-23-hold-my-merlot--51792813https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51792813Sat, 05 Nov 2022 08:07:48 +0000Fran U.4337cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-22-hold-my-merlot--51641186https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51641186Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:16:30 +0000Fran U.1817cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-21-hold-my-merlot--51641173https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51641173Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:16:10 +0000Fran U.5366cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-20-hold-my-merlot--51602772https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51602772Mon, 17 Oct 2022 22:15:46 +0000Fran U.3281cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-19--51153979https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51153979Mon, 05 Sep 2022 22:01:39 +0000Fran U.2938cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-18--51111731https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51111731Fri, 02 Sep 2022 01:53:04 +0000Fran U.3004cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-17--50800031https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50800031Wed, 03 Aug 2022 15:44:47 +0000Fran U.3217cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-16--50094232https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50094232Tue, 07 Jun 2022 00:16:58 +0000Fran U.On todays episode, we talk about the recent trail of Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard. Hope you enjoy!3133cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-15--50045899https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50045899Fri, 03 Jun 2022 04:07:18 +0000Fran U.Hello all and many blessings. On todays episode we discuss the recent ongoings of Roe v. Wade and the issue of Abortion. As well as the recent mass shootings in America.2997cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-14--50034533https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50034533Thu, 02 Jun 2022 05:22:57 +0000Fran U.On this episode, Fran talks about the reactionary vibe of todays social media and how we create celebrities, we also discuss Elon Musk and interest in acquiring Twitter via purchase.2648cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-13--49474256https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49474256Tue, 19 Apr 2022 05:12:30 +0000Fran U.On this episode we discuss about the Ukraine crisis and the current state of female black artists.3004cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-12--49456024https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49456024Sat, 16 Apr 2022 23:19:26 +0000Fran U.On this episode we, discuss the lack of news and media in giving good information to the public, the Biden-Doocey hotmic moment, and a discussion on SA of men & understanding the bias.4089cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-11--49441710https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49441710Fri, 15 Apr 2022 06:31:42 +0000Fran U.3575cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-10--48521065https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48521065Mon, 31 Jan 2022 12:55:06 +0000Fran U.3126cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-09--48502278https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48502278Sun, 30 Jan 2022 02:48:49 +0000Fran U.3736cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-05--48219674https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48219674Sat, 08 Jan 2022 23:16:56 +0000Fran U.3505cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-08--48178360https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48178360Wed, 05 Jan 2022 16:54:39 +0000Fran U.3619cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-07--47970957https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47970957Sat, 18 Dec 2021 01:30:05 +0000Fran U.4423cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-06--47403399https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47403399Wed, 10 Nov 2021 06:36:28 +0000Fran U.4993cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-04--46681601https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46681601Sat, 25 Sep 2021 13:43:07 +0000Fran U.4195cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-03--45255294https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45255294Fri, 11 Jun 2021 02:17:00 +0000Fran U.5632cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-02--44065690https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44065690Fri, 26 Mar 2021 17:56:34 +0000Fran U.6796cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hold-my-merlot-episode-01--44042721https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44042721Fri, 26 Mar 2021 05:10:42 +0000Fran U.9327cleanfull