Hold My Drink with Charleen and Ellie

Meet The Conways!

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:02:00 +0000

He's Darren, and he's a funny guy. She's Amy, and she's even funnier (but don't tell Darren!). They started a podcast 2 years ago when they got engaged. They're now married and bring you all the honest behind-the-scenes stories of life as a young, married couple. The craic, the icks, the arguments and the occasional mention of divorce.

New episodes released every week on the GoLoud App or wherever you get your podcasts.

NEW POD ALERT - Herself & Herself!

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Do you have a podcast shaped hole in your life? Look no further than Herself & Herself . Comedy creators Dympna Little and Mary-Claire Fitzpatrick bring their sharp observations and off-kilter banter as they dive into the big and small dramas of everyday life -awkward public transport encounters, the politics of married life, DIY disasters, family expectations, and the strange comfort of true-crime obsession. These two women know exactly how to wind each other up, make each other laugh, and land on surprisingly heartfelt moments when you least expect them. It’s the show for anyone who loves a good rant, a rogue memory, or a conversation that goes entirely off the rails in the best possible way.

Trailer: Palentine's Day with Niamh O'Connor, Beth Wyer & Shane McCarthy

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000

This Valentine’s Day, Tipsy Topics, I Said What I Said, and Unscripted come together for a very special crossover episode celebrating Palentine’s — because love isn’t just about romance, it’s about friendship, growth, and the people who get you through it all.

Beth, Shane, and Niamh sit down for a no-filter, chaotic chat about love in all its forms. From unhinged first dates, to red flags and feral stories like getting sick during a very intimate moment, there's nothing but honesty here.

The trio also play a game of Two Truths One Lie, talk about how you know someone is 'the one' and get deep talking about the importance of self-worth and self-love before anything else.

With all the oversharing there's also ideas for your palentine's day plans, along with movie recommendations for the love birds and those who need to be reminded why love might not be all it's cracked up to be.

Whether you’re single, taken, situationship-ing, or just here for the craic, this episode is your reminder that love comes in many forms, and sometimes the best ones are platonic.

Search Unscripted, Tipsy Topics and I Said What I Said wherever you get your podcasts.

Happy Palentine’s 💕

One Last Cheers: The End of an Era #204

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Birds, today Charleen and Ellie are bringing you some sad news.

After over four incredible years, 200+ episodes, and a whole lot of laughs, tears and chaos, Hold My Drink is coming to an end. It wasn’t an easy decision, but it’s one made with so much love and gratitude.

Charleen and Ellie explain why now feels like the right time to step away, with big things to come in 2026! And instead of looking back, they're looking forward, sharing what they're excited for in this next chapter.

While reflecting on their journey, the girls also read your messages about how you're making next year your year, along with giving you some final advice in the last ever Red Flag Radar and Secrets From The Stalls.

From Charleen, Ellie and all of the GoLoud team, thank you so much for being here with us. Let's raise a glass to the next chapter!

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Mortgages: Everything You Need To Know with Finance Solutions #203

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Ellie is flying solo this week and is bringing you a conversation that gives most people in their twenties and thirties in Ireland the actual fear… mortgages.

Ellie are joined by her 'guardian angel', Sinead from Finance Solutions, who helped her through every step of the mortgage process and trying to figure out what the hell was going on.

Sinead breaks everything down into simple terms, answering all the questions you’re too afraid to ask like; when to start, what documents you need, what banks really care about, and the common mistakes that can trip people up along the way.

They cover the schemes, the fees, the credit score panics, saving for a deposit and all the mortgage myths that cause unnecessary stress. Including whether you need to be worried about the betting account or Klarna purchase!

And once the serious stuff is done, it’s back to business with Red Flag Radar. Is it ok for a man to jump in and order ahead of you in a restaurant? Or is it appropriate for your fella to go collect a Christmas present from his ex's Mam?

A huge thank you to Finance Solutions for sponsoring the interview segment of this podcast.

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EXTRA JUICE: 'I Forgave Him For Cheating But Our Relationship Is Getting Worse' #169

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie share their peak and bleak of the week with all the excitement for Christmas and how they're feeling about decorating this year.

We've also got a dilemma from a listener who is at her wits end with her relationship. Despite coming through a really awful time when he cheated on her, their relatioship still isn't good and she doesn't know whether to keep working on it or move on.

In phone a friend, we're returning to a topic we covered only a few weeks ago on the podcast, should you tell on your best friend for cheating? This listener has actually already told her best friend's boyfriend, but her friend has continued to treat him badly and she doesn't know if she should intervene again. So we got your thoughts on the whole situation!

Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Fairy Fannies, Beautiful Bushes, Low Libidos: Female Health with Laura Dowling The Fabulous Pharmacist #202

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Well birds you are in for an absolute treat this week as we bring you the answers to all of the 'women problems' in the world.

Charleen and Ellie are joined by the icon who's got Ireland talking openly about everything from periods to pubes and pelvic floors.

Laura Dowling, aka The Fabulous Pharmacist, is a leading women’s health advocate and has just released her new book Love Your Vulva. Not only is she totally science-backed as a pharmacist, but she’s also absolutely hilarious and breaks down the stigma of everything female health related.

Laura even brought along Saoirse, her trusty vulva puppet, for a full female anatomy lesson. Plus all the juicy truths about what’s normal, what’s not, and why you suddenly want to jump the snickers-wearing builder down the road at a certain time of the month.

Charleen and Ellie also put your red flags and dilemmas to Laura!

Email your dilemmas to: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA JUICE: 'My BF Has A Secret Gambling Addiction' #168

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are peaking after the buzz of the live show in Limerick this week! They share how they've been feeling along with Ellie's latest house delivery and Charleen's Christmas in NYC.

For our dilemma this week, we've had a listener get in touch who is in a tough situation with her boyfriend. She recently found out he's been gambling a lot and ever since, despite promising he'll stop, he's been much more sneaking with his phone. The girls offer their advice on whether checking his bank account is too much, or if she can even trust him again. Charleen shares how she's been through this before and how it ended up.

In Phone A Friend we've a listener who is feel lost and behind as she navigates first year of college, especially when it comes to boys. You gave some amazing support as always.

Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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'Help! My Boyfriend Is Addicted to Porn' Expert Advice with David Kavanagh #201

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are diving into one of the most requested topics ever...porn.

After getting tons of emails from the birds worried about their boyfriends’ habits, from late-night searches to secret Instagram scrolls, the girls knew it was time to call in an expert.

This week they’re joined by David Kavanagh, a psychotherapist who specialises in porn addiction and couples therapy. He breaks down why so many young men are hooked, what porn is actually doing to their brains, and how it can absolutely destroy relationships.

Is watching porn normal? How much is too much? Is it the same as cheating? And can trust ever be rebuilt once it’s broken? David answers it all. Plus, the girls go through your dilemmas on confronting your partner, spotting the red flags, and what to do if you’re feeling insecure, rejected or confused.

This is in an episode every woman needs to hear, but also needs to play to her partner.

Email your dilemmas to: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA SPICE: 'Long Distance Phone Sex... ON FACETIME!'

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are back answering all of your steamy dilemmas.

This month we've got a listener who's worried about her libido and how often you 'should' be having sex with your partner, and a very clever queen who is looking for help with having the STI conversation with a new partner. He doesn't 'like how condoms feel', so you bet the girls have some no nonsense advice along with some scary stats that have us all running out to get tested!

And our sauciest dilemma is about long distance relationships and keeping the spark alive, which has Charleen and Ellie squirming in thinking about what they would do. They talk sexting, nudes and even app controlled sex toys.

Send your bedroom dilemmas to HoldMyDrink@GoLoudNow.com.

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The 200th Episode! Tears, Girlhood & A Walk Down Memory Lane #200

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Birds, it’s our 200th episode, can you cope?!

To celebrate the big podcast milestone Charleen and Ellie are taking a trip down memory lane. We're talking the best guests, the live shows, the breakups, the chaos and every unhinged moment in between. The girls laugh at some of their 'best bit' clips, hear your gorgeous messages and even get a special message from their parents. Yes, there were tears.

And of course, it wouldn’t be a HMD episode without your dilemmas. We’ve got a juicy Red Flag Radar and a chaotic Secrets From the Stalls, which had the girls doubling down on their opinions on period sex, and resulted in them telling a listener to bin that man immediately!

Thank you for listening, for crying with us, for laughing with us, and for holding our drink for 200 episodes. Here’s to 200 more. 🥂❤️

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EXTRA JUICE: "He Emotionally Cheated & Now Won't Tell Me Who With" #167

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are back with their peak and bleak of the week! Ellie is feeling a bit under the weather, while Charleen is absolutely thriving after a wild Saturday in town.

This week’s dilemma comes from a listener who gave her boyfriend a second chance after catching him emotionally cheating, only for him to refuse to tell her who the other girl was. She’s wondering is ignorance actually bliss, or can you ever really move on without the truth?

In Phone a Friend, you sent in so much advice for another listener who feels completely trapped and controlled by her boyfriend, but is terrified to end things before a big family holiday. Let’s just say the responses were very one-sided!

Get your tickets for Hold My Drink LIVE in Limerick with Madison Cawley and Shane McCarthy! https://linktr.ee/HoldMyDrinkLive

Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Crime Scenes and Dating Scenes with Investigator John Sweetman #199

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are stepping into the world of true crime this week and they’re joined by someone with one of the most fascinating careers we've ever heard of!

John Sweetman is a former Garda detective, expert crime scene investigator and the host of GoLoud’s brand new true-crime podcast Lines of Enquiry. After 25 years in the Garda Technical Bureau working on some of Ireland’s biggest and most baffling cases, he’s here to bring us inside the mind of a real crime-solver, from fingerprints and handwriting to the investigations that stay with you forever.

And of course, we had to put John’s investigator brain to the test. He weighs in on your Red Flag Radar dilemmas, including the man who still can’t use a washing machine and the new fella planning holidays six weeks in. John has a shocking insight into that one!

This podcast discusses topics that some listeners may find difficult, please take care when listening.

Check out Lines Of Enquiry with John here: https://www.goloudnow.com/podcasts/lines-of-enquiry-1169

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Email your dilemmas to: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA JUICE: 'What Age Gap Is Too Big In A Relationship?' #166

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Age gap relationships are something that the world has a whole lot of opinions on. How big of an age gap is too much? Should you be a certain age before seeing someone older?

Charleen and Ellie answer a listener dilemma about whether her 10 year age gap relationship is going anywhere or is her byfriend just fit for the bin? We also hear all of your thoughts on whether a 35 year old man being with a 22 year old woman is weird.

It's all peaks for Charleen and Ellie this week too with house updates and finally feeling back to yourself.

Get your tickets for Hold My Drink LIVE in Limerick with Madison Cawley and Shane McCarthy! https://linktr.ee/HoldMyDrinkLive

Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Boyfriend Embarrassment, Sleeping Situations and 'Hey Girly' Texts #198

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Is it embarassing to have a boyfriend in 2025? According to Vogue they might be and Charleen and Ellie have lots of thoughts. Women are more likely to hide their relationships online now, but is it because we've developed higher standards?

Ellie also tells us how she pushed through the cringe to create an Instagram home page and Charleen has a surgery update that has her trying to figure out angles in her sleep.

We're also judging whether it's a red flag to eat in bed and not meet your friend's boyfriend, as well as helping a listener who isn't sure if she should send that 'hey girly' text.

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EXTRA JUICE: 'He Loves Me… But Not How I Need Him To' #165

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

You partner may be kind, funny and even perfect in most ways, but is it enough if he can't meet your emotional needs?

Charleen and Ellie answer a dilemma from a listener who know's her boyfriend isn't the deep conversation type, but is craving more. Is it something she can overlook or will she always crave more?

We've also moved Phone A Friend into our EXTRA JUICE episodes, and you had some brillianr advice for a girl who is feeling left out by her friend group.

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Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Would You Tell On Your Best Friend For Cheating? Plus Charleen's Surgery Update #197

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

If your bestie came to you and told you she had been cheating, would you tell her partner? This was a hot topic on TikTok last week and Charleen and Ellie tell us how they would react in this situation. Charleen was very clear on whether she's tell on Ellie to Graham!

Charleen also has all the updates on her surgery, her recovering and how it's thrown her into a bit of a self-love, existential crisis.

Plus we've got Red Flag Radar featuring house 'dates' and head wrecks, along with advice for a listener who feels her relationship isn't progressing the way she'd like.

Get your tickets for Hold My Drink LIVE in Limerick with Madison Cawley and Shane McCarthy https://linktr.ee/HoldMyDrinkLive

Email your dilemmas to: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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PODCAST PICKS: True Crime Fans… This One’s For You | Lines of Enquiry

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

We love sharing our podcast picks with the birds, and this one’s a must-listen.

If you’re into true crime, you’ll love Lines of Enquiry, a brand new GoLoud Original hosted by former Garda detective John Sweetman.

John’s worked on some of Ireland’s biggest cases, from murders to mysterious disappearances. Each episode takes you behind the scenes of real investigations, the evidence, the forensics, and the moments that change everything.

It’s real Irish true crime from someone who’s actually been there. The first episode is out now, go have a listen, you’re going to be obsessed.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3EzGXohKAgAo9iu9ADiHgU?si=5cFEye46T--tg2XYODt4mA

EXTRA SPICE: 'My Boyfriend Wants To Take Things OUTSIDE Of The Bedroom'

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are ready to get down and duuurty to answer all of your extra spicy dilemmas this month!

We've got a listener who fears she's missing out on the fun of casual sex, advice on how to get confident in yourself to spice up your sex life and a question on a kink that we're not even sure is legal!

Send your bedroom dilemmas to HoldMyDrink@GoLoudNow.com.

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Ellie Bought A House! Plus Nephew Updates & Sneaky Instagram Accounts #196

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are back together this week and Ellie has lots of big news! From getting the keys to her house and welcoming her baby nephew, Ellie takes us through how it all happened and how she's feeling.

We've also got Red Flag Radar featuring excessive Lynx usage and cooking for your gf, along with answers to your dilemmas about secret Instagram accounts and dating your friend's ex's best friend.

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Email your dilemmas to: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA JUICE: 'My Boyfriend Has Secret Debt, Can I Trust Him Again?' #164

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen is going solo for today's bonus and shares her peak and bleak of the week, featuring news on her surgery!

She also answers a dilemma from a listener who made a risky decision to move to the U.K. with her boyfriend, and has no discovered he's been lying to her about his debt.

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Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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LOVEBIRDS Update with Ciara Ryan #195

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

We don't want to take ALL the credit but Ciara Ryan is back and joins Charleen for a very exciting update on her looooove life.

From the unexpected place Ciara met him, to how she changed her dating mindset to bring love in to her life, Ciara has all the advice for our single birds who may be self-sabotaging or feeling insecure.

Charleen and Ciara also make the judgement on your Red Flag Radar entries, and answer your relationship dilemmas.

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EXTRA JUICE: 'Should I Fire My Bridesmaids?' #163

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are both peaking this week! Charleen made a big travel purchase and Ellie finally has a very exciting update that we've all been waiting on...

We've also got a dilemma from a listener who is feeling let down by her bridesmaids. They've made no effort for her 2026 wedding so far and she doesn't know whether to have it out with them or tell them they're no longer in the bridal party! What would you do?

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Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Autumn Vibes, Tan Troubles & Getting Back In The Game #194

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Our tan is fading, the big coats are out, and Ellie’s officially thriving! Autumn is here and Charleen and Ellie take you through all the trends they're jumping on this year, from cherry nails to (fake) pumpkin patches.

They've also got advice for a listner who's been out of the game for a while and fears she may have been too forward dropping an Instagram follow on a guy she met at a gig.

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EXTRA JUICE: 'Should I Give Him Another Chance?' #162

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie share their peak of the week after a week of incredible live shows across Ireland!

They also give their advice to a listener who fears she may have walked away from a situationship too soon, but can you ever go back after someone doesn't respect your boundaries?

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Serendipity, Burnt Toast Theory & How To Love Being By Yourself #193

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are all in their feels after the run of live shows in Galway, Dublin and Cork, and it's got them reminiscing on the moments in life that led them here!

If Charleen hadn't worked in Subway for a day Hold My Drink might have never existed, and Ellie has a goosebump story about how leaving the house a few minutes late saved her life!

The girls also give some big sister advice to a listener who is sick of seeking validation from men and just wants to love being on your own.

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EXTRA SPICE: 'I Don't Like When Someone Goes Down On Me'

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Is it getting hot in here? Charleen and Ellie are ready to answer all your spicy dilemmas.

This month, we've got tips for how to spice up the 'routine' in a long term relationship, real-talk about whether casual sex is ever a good idea or trouble waiting to happen, and advice for a listener who doesn't enjoy anyone going down on her.

Send your bedroom dilemmas to HoldMyDrink@GoLoudNow.com.

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Nanoships, Wedding Guest Romances & Your Parents Hating Your BF #192

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are giddy after Galway and give you a little taster of the first night of The Confessions Tour.

We're coming into cuffing season and we've yet another dating trend on our hands, but maybe nanoships could be more fun than toxic? The girls talk romances at weddings, the judgement women face compared to men and Charleen's exposed nanoship on a beach clubs Instagram page!

Charleen and Ellie also help a listener who is looking for 'a script' on how to break up with her boyfriend, and we hear your advice in phone a friend for someone who is being made choose between her relationship and her family.

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It's Been A Minute! 90s Kid Nostalgia & The Real Meaning of 'Sorry' #191

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Buckle up birds because we got a big catch up to do! Charleen and Ellie have had a busy few weeks with brand trips and baby showers, all across the world.

The girls are also feeling very nostalgic lately and have been reminiscing on things from their childhood. From dettol baths and 2000s yup bros, to rollerblading and treating our Sims badly. We've got a big walk down memory lane that will have you all in your feels. We also learn some interesting things about Charleen and Ellie, like how one was obsessed with preventing the next plague and the other couldn't leave the house with crinkles in her clothes...

Charleen and Ellie also discuss the true meaning of the word 'sorry' in Red Flag Radar, and offer advice to a listener who's been hurt by a girl she's forced to hang around with.

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EXTRA JUICE: 'Are Doubts Normal In An 8 Year Relationship?' #161

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

We're switching things around this week birds and bringing you a bonus episode today!

Charleen is in studio to share a once in a lifetime peak of her trip to Hawaii and Vegas. She's feeling a bit bleak with the jet lag but it's not so bad when we've got live shows to look forward to. Charleen and Ellie land in Galway on Saturday and are buzzing to hear your confessions as well as share a few of their own!

Get your tickets for Hold My Drink LIVE! https://linktr.ee/HoldMyDrinkLive

Charleen also has some relationship advice for a listener who has been been feeling hot and cold about her long term relationship. She loves him, but should she experience at least some of her late 20s single? Or should she be having these feelings at all?

If you're missing the full episode this week don't worry, we've got it coming to you on Monday when Ellie is back.

Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA JUICE: "I've Fallen For My Ex's Mate...HELP!" #160

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

In this week's Extra Juice, they areb joined by the brilliant and hilarious Emma Smyth.

Chareleen's 'Peak of The Week' is a super exciting one as she's off on a spectacular trip to a stunning desination.

A listener reaches out with a dilemma concerning a visit to a recent ex and his VERY attractive housemate. Should she avoid or go for it?

Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Emma Smyth On Grief And Life After Two Tragic Losses #190

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

This week on Hold My Drink, Charleen and Ellie are joined once again by the incredible Emma Smyth who shares the heart-wrenching story of the tragic recent loss of her sister, Katie.

Emma opens up about Katie's tragic accident and their family's emotional rollercoaster during the hospital journey. The conversation shifts to grief, love, and finding solace in the memories of those we've lost.

Plus, the trio serves up some juicy red flags from listeners, offering solid life advice advice and some equally solid laughs along the way.

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EXTRA JUICE: 'I'm The Only Single Friend & I'm Lonely' #159

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie have very wholesome peaks this week, with Charleen's birthday party and Ellie's quality time with her family (even if it has left her bed hopping at home!)

They've also got advice for a listener who is feeling left out with all of her friends being in relationships, the weekends are long and lonely and it's making her resent couples!

Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Thanks to Penneys / Primark for sponsoring this episode!

Love Island's Conor & Megan on Dumping, Villa Drama and Long Distance Love #189

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are buzzing to be joined by our Irish Love Island sweethearts Conor Phillips and Megan Forte Clarke to hear all about the drama and their post-villa relationship.

Conor may have been in the most couples ever during his season but he shares what was actually going on in the Villa after Megan's dumping.

Charleen and Ellie also ask is it ok to message your ex on their birthday in Red Flag Radar, and help a listener who isn't sure whether to shoot her shot with a controversial love choice.

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EXTRA JUICE: 'I'm Falling For My Boyfriend's Sister's Boyfriend' #158

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Birds, you have us shook with the juicy dilemmas coming in lately! This week there's some tough love advice for a listener who has been flirting with and developing feelings for her boyfriend's sister's boyfriend(basically her brother-in-law!)

We've also got Charleen and Ellie's peak or bleak of the week, with new hair, weeing on walls and Ellie's big surprise visit.

Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Thanks to Penneys / Primark for sponsoring this episode!

Normalising Princess Treatment, Solo Travel & Finding Yourself #188

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

It may be coming to the end of Summer but Charleen and Ellie have got lots of travel going on in their lives. From Charleen's short solo trip (and a big adventure on the horizon) to Ellie's special birthday trip, they share all their plans for packing, safety and finding themselves along the way.

We also hear all about Electric Picnic and the huge surprise waiting for Ellie when she got home, and have a big sister chat about never settling for less than you deserve.

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EXTRA SPICE: 'We Only Have Sex Every 3 Weeks'

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

It's time for your big sisters Charleen and Ellie to answer more of your spicy dilemmas with Extra Spice!

This week we've got a listener who is bothered by her and her boyfriend's different libidos, a relationship under threat from a porn addiction and a question about how to tell your partner you want things a little more 'intense' in the bedroom.

Hold My Drink is also going on tour this Autumn! Tickets available here:

Send your bedroom dilemmas to HoldMyDrink@GoLoudNow.com.

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Madison Cawley on the 'Real' Maddie and Returning to Social Media #187

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000

This might be one of our funniest episodes to date as the hilarious Madison Cawley joins Charleen and Ellie in studio, and we've never seen Ellie react to a guest this way!

Just back from her solo travels around Europe, Madison shares what made her return to social media after years away, how she coped with being internet famous as a teenager and what the 'real' Maddie is like behind the scenes. She tells us about awkward video filming, terrifying hostel experiences and her neverending quest for head.

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EXTRA JUICE: "My Working Holiday Romance Had A Fiancé At Home"#157

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000

It's peaks all around for Charleen and Ellie in this week's peak or bleak thanks to Oasis and the return of sea swims.

We also hear from a listener who spent some time in America working and fell in love with another Irish boy, only to find out on her return that he had a fiancé at home planning their wedding. The big dilemma is, does she tell her and bring her life crashing down around her? Or try to forget and move on.

Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Soft Girl vs Girl Boss, The Spotlight Effect & Dirty Socks In Bed #186

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000

The girls are buzzing after seeing Oasis over the weekend and are chatting about the balance between embracing a soft life versus living at the fast pace of 'girl boss' hustle culture.

We've also got your Red Flag Radar featuring dinner vouchers and dirty sock, and help for a listener in Phone A Friend about whether she should crash the 'lads' festival plans.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA JUICE: "I Don't Want My Dad At My Wedding"#156

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Family relationships can be complex, and when it comes to big events like weddings it can bring everything to the surface. One listener got in touch to ask how she can tell her toxic Dad that she doesn't want him at her wedding. Should you always make allowances for your parents? Or is it better to stand your ground and have the day of your dreams without anyone spoiling it?

Charleen and Ellie also share their peak and bleak of the week, featuring airport etiquette and finally feeling comfortable in your own skin.

Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Love Island Queen Billykiss on Villa Life, Boy Drama and What's Next #185

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Hot out of the Love Island villa we're very excited to welcome our Irish queen Billykiss to the pod this week!

Charleen sat down with Billykiss to talk all things villa life (like how long they have to get ready), the dramatic situationships she found herself in (looking at you Boris and Dejon) and what the whole experience taught her about life and herself.

Charleen and Ellie also have a big life catch up after their birthday celebrations and trips.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA JUICE: 'I Don't Know How To Get Over This Heartbreak' #155

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Experiencing your first, real heartbreak is one of the worst feelings in the world but Charleen and Ellie have some tough love advice for a listener who is trying to heal from hers.

And Charleen is already mourning the passing Summer, and Ellie is buzzing to see her brother in Peak or Bleak of the week.

Got a dilemma of your own? Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Money Talks: Saving, Spending and Splurging Smarter with AskPaul #184

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Whatever your goals is life right now, whether that's travelling, buying a house or living in the moment, knowing how to manage your money can help set you up for whatever you're dreaming of. Charleen and Ellie are joined by financial expert Paul Merriman, who you may know as AskPaul, to learn how you should be looking after your finances in your 20s and 30s.

Paul also judges some of your financial red flags, and the girls share how they're both feeling turning another year older this Leo season.

How you should be spending your money in your 20s

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EXTRA SPICE: 'My boyfriend won't go down on me'

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000

It's time to get a little bit raunchy - Extra spice is all of the month's spiciest bedroom dilemma's together in one place!

From unusual role play requests to feeling 'unattended' to with your partner, and how to approach sex with someone new after a long term relationship - Charleen and Ellie are here to offer advice on any issue like the big sisters you'd be too embarrassed to ask.

Send your bedroom dilemmas to HoldMyDrink@GoLoudNow.com.

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

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Charleen's Q+A, Travel Plans, How To Glow & Following Your Own Path #183

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

While Ellie is off celebrating her big 30th birthday, Charleen is in the hot seat to answer all of your burning questions!

We hear all of Charleen's top beauty tips and products at the moment, why she would never judge someone for wearing running shoes on a date and how she may be on the edge of going all 'Eat, Pray, Love' on us,

Charleen has also got some wise words for anyone feeling like they're falling behind in life, along with some of YOUR advice in Phone A Friend for a listener who feels like him and his girlfriend may be on different paths.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

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EXTRA JUICE: 'He Refuses To Tell Me Who He Slept With' #153

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

If your partner slept with someone else while you were 'on a break' would you want to know who it was with? This week Charleen and Ellie hear from a listener who's being tortured by her boyfriend's fling, and doesn't know how she can live without knowing.

We've also got some bleaks this week, featuring loud chewing, driving frustrations and a hatred for history!

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EXTRA ZEST: Weirdest Celebrity Crush Confessions

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

This week we're bringing you a very special extra dash of Hold My Drink thanks to Minus196!

Charleen tells us her ‘whole’ story (including how she was once in an orchestra?!) and Ellie recalls her most recent ‘freeze’ moment that had her wanting to disappear into the bushes like homer.

The girls also share their weirdest celebrity ‘crush’ and yes, we are judging!

Sip it, Seize it, Minus 196 it. Huge in Japan and Australia and now available in ireland. Check them out @minus196irl

Tomorrowland Debrief & How You Found Out You Were Cheated On #182

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie have landed back down to earth after Tomorrowland and give us their debrief of their new favourite festival, burned down stage and all!

And after that viral Coldplay concert video that nearly broke the internet, we asked you about the worst ways you found out you were cheated on. From secret trips to family feuds, and a strangers dirty underwear in your wash basket... Birds, the DRAMA!

We've also got a Secrets From The Stalls as one listener tries to figure out how to have a tough conversation with a friend.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

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EXTRA JUICE: 'My Boyfriend Isn't Attracted To Me Anymore' #152

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

How important do you think attraction is in a long term relationship? This week, Ellie helps a listener who's boyfriend of 3 years has been acting strange, and eventually told her he's not attracted to her anymore.

Ellie also shares her peak and bleak of the week, and tells us how she had the most wholesome Sunday of all time!

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Ellie's Q+A, Turning 30, Life Updates & The Story Of How She Met Graham #181

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

With Charleen away, Ellie sits down to answer your questions for a big life catch up and some reflection ahead of her big 30th birthday.

She also shares the inspo she'll be stealing from Annalivia's wedding, why she's a big fan of an outfit change for any occasion and how Graham actually bailed on their first date, and got caught!

We also hear your great advice for an embarassed listener in Phone A Friend, and help a listener who's going through a tough time and doesn't feel supported by her best friend.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA JUICE: "He Lied About Doing Drugs" #151

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

We have a peak and a ble ak this week with Charleen sharing her travel day from hell, and Ellie has some very exciting news that she can't wait to tell you!

Plus, after finding out her boyfriend did drugs behind her back, a listener is looking for advice on how to handle the situation.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

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Adam Kelly, aka 2biglugs on Love, Online Fame and Comedy #180

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Adam Kelly, better known as 2biglugs, has over nearly 10 million followers across social media and is best known for his comedy sketches with his family. He told us how got started making videos online and how he convinced his parents to get involved.

We learned why he'd never move to Dublin, how life has changed since finding fame and he told us what he's looking for in a girlfriend.

And Adam even helped a listener with advice and revealed some of his own red flags.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA SPICE: "I'm hardly going to buy a whip"

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

it's time to get a little bit rauchy - Extra spice is all of the month's spiciest bedroom dilemma's together in one place!

From dirty talk and whips to a guy who can't 'perform' and a sexuality crisis - Charleen and Ellie are here to offer advice on any issue like the big sisters you'd be too embarrassed to ask.

Send your bedroom dilemmas to HoldMyDrink@GoLoudNow.com.

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Thank you to Penneys / Primark for sponsoring this episode!

Festival Tips, Anxious Attachment Styles & Fancying Friends #179

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Festival season is upon us! Charleen and Ellie share their top tips on everything from packing essentials to keeping hair looking fresh after 3 days in a field, and they ask - Are they too old for Longitude?

They help one of the birds who pushes everyone away even though she wants a relationship, and a BOY listener gets in touch looking for a girls perspective on his dilemma.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

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EXTRA JUICE: "My Boyfriend of 11 Years Cheated" #150

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

What would you do with 250 million euro? Charleen and Ellie go through their dream holidays and wonder who they would share their winnings with.

And after her boyfriend of 11 years cheats on her, one listener gets in touch with Charleen and Ellie for advice on what to do next.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Thanks to Penneys / Primark for sponsoring this episode!

House Bids, Auntie Life and Molly Mae Vlogs - A Full Catch Up #178

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 11:05:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are back with a big catch up this week! Everything from getting comments from Molly Mae to putting bids in on houses!

They chat summer plans and explain why they never double date with Dano and Graham. Ellie shares how she found out she was going to be an auntie and Charleen tells us all about her recent jet setting.

And there's dilemmas about unsupportive friends and rude dates.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

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EXTRA JUICE: "I'm 30, single and have never been in a relationship" #149

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Ellie's dad Matthew stuck around this week for a bonus too! He tells us his peak and bleak which only further cement him as the cutest man ever!

And he offers some fatherly wisdom to one listener who feels like she's falling behind the rest of her friends who are getting married and having kids while she's still single.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

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Ellie's Dad on Life in Limerick, Getting Married and Pride in his Kids #177

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Ellie's dad Matthew Kelly steps in to fill Charleen's shoes this week while she's away and what a job!

He reveals how he met Ellie's mam, and why he asked her to marry him twice! As well as what he really thinks of Ellie's job and Instagram in general.

And Ellie even learns a few things about her dad's past.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA JUICE: "I was giving birth and he was texting OF girls" #148

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

A second chance is one thing - But does this listener's partner who was messaging girls on Only Fans the night she was in the hospital giving birth deserve a THIRD chance? Or is it time to say goodbye?

And Charleen and Ellie look back on the highs and lows on their girls trip to Lisbon.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

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Sisterhood and TikTok fame with the Deasy Sisters #176

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Tori, Ella and Zara Deasy, known collectively as the Deasy Sisters joined us this week!

They told us all about how they decided to start posting online and how their dad went from running the family shop to basically managing their social media. We talked about Labubus and other propaganda they're not falling for.

Ella went through a difficult time when she moved out to attend college and she spoke to us about the harassment she faced and why she's not going to let it hold her back.

And it wouldn't be Hold My Drink without a dilemma!

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA JUICE: "He spends more time with his friends than me" #147

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen is sick of people shouting at her and just wants to enjoy her time at the airport in peace!

And Ellie is wondering if her outfit looks more like pajamas than a workout set after an interaction on the street.

There's a reply to a previous episode with advice on how to let a girl know about a cheating partner and Charleen and Ellie offer their own advice to a girl who is wondering whether she overreacted after her boyfriend prioritised his friends over her.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

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Confident Girl Summer #175

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

A bikini body is any body in a bikini - And while we all have our hang ups Charleen and Ellie are doing their best to be confident and happy in their bodies this Summer.

And after Charleen accidentally sent a loving text to her valet, we hear some of your mishaps - Everything from sending a text slagging the wedding dress to the bride and nudes going to parents!

Of course, there's Red Flag Radar and the usual dilemmas on things like

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EXTRA SPICE: "He spat in my mouth"

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Its that time of the month again! Extra Spice is back! Join the girls as they dive into some saucy listener bedroom dilemmas that'll leave you both shocked and amused.

First up, a listener shares an eyebrow-raising encounter with a colleague that involved a kink she never expected. The girls weigh in on whether she’s overreacting or if this is a valid concern.

Next, they tackle another dilemma about a two-year relationship where physical intimacy has taken a turn for the vanilla.

Finally, they discuss the struggles of finding private moments amid overbearing family dynamics.

Send your bedroom dilemmas to HoldMyDrink@GoLoudNow.com.

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

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Molly Mae, Sister Showdowns & ChatGPTherapist #174

Wed, 28 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Join Charleen and Ellie this week as they dive into the wild world of relationship dilemmas and social media quirks.

Charleen fills Ellie in on Molly Mae Behind It All Part Two and they dissect the chaotic effects of AI on communication.

They navigate a listener’s dilemma about her boyfriend’s overbearing twin sister. With a holiday to Portugal approaching, the tension builds, and the girls weigh in on whether she should confront the sister or enjoy her time away.

And of course we have the newest segment Red Flag Radar - Where the girls weigh up discussing exes, older partners and weekend sleepovers.

With laughs, relatable stories, and invaluable advice, it’s a chat you won’t want to miss! Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

EXTRA JUICE: "Friends ignored my texts and left me stranded" #146

Mon, 26 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Arriving to a pre-planned birthday dinner hungover is bad. Booking a girls trip and then inviting a friend at the very last minute is worse. But, the worst part of this week's dilemma is that they left our lovely listener stranded on a night out and didn't reply to her texts because they had been drinking all day. Charleen and Ellie do their best to offer advice about whether she should keep the friendship going.

Charleen reveals all about the satisfying, yet slightly gross, way she regained her hearing. And Ellie gets into a fight with a taxi man.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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LOVEBIRDS: First Date of Many with Ciara Ryan #173

Wed, 21 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000

The results are in - But did Charleen and Ellie succeed in their mission to find the love of Ciara Ryan's life? You'll have to listen to find out! She shares her tales from New York and reveals whether she'd go on Love Island if they asked her again after her recent dating experiences.

There's also the usual dilemma's including a girl concerned about her boyfriends recent nights out and a newly single bird wondering why she's not feeling a spark.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

EXTRA JUICE: "I'm scared to see him with someone else" #145

Mon, 19 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000

After a shocking breakup, Charleen and Ellie workshop ways to move on trying to help a listener who is worried she'll never find anyone as good as her ex.

And ahead of an upcoming girls trip the two girls look back at some of the best and worst places for a holiday with your best friends, including Charleen's Leaving Cert holiday to 'Shagaluf'.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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Our Favourite Live Show Bits ft. Annalivia Hynds, Garron Noone and more!#172

Wed, 14 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000

After last week's live show in Vicar St, we got so many messages from people who couldn't be there for one reason or another.

So, we decided to share some of our favourite parts of the recent Hold My Drink live shows including guests like Annalivia Hynds and Garron Noone, as well as Secrets from the Stalls with live reaction and a poor attempt at finding love for an audience member...

Enjoy!

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EXTRA JUICE: "Should I tell his girlfriend we hooked up?" #144

Mon, 12 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000

A seemingly perfect night out has left one of the birds with a serious dilemma after she realised the guy she went home with has a girlfriend! And judging by his nonchalance about kissing her in front of his friends, it's probably not the first time he's cheated. But should she tell the girlfriend what happened?

And in Peak or Bleak of the Week there's nothing that can top last week's live show! Except maybe split bin bags and crumbed ham...

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

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LoveBirds: Swiping Right with Ciara Ryan#171

Wed, 07 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Our attempts at playing Cupid with Ciara's love life seem to be paying off, if her recent date is anything to go by! She comes in with all the goss and tells us exactly how a date should go!

We ask what the etiquette is for sending a rose on Hinge and Ciara goes through her biggest reasons for swiping left online.

We also give some hints about the live show on this week! Avoid your FOMO and pick up some of the last tickets available now on Ticketmaster!

And of course there's the usual dilemmas and red flags!

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA SPICE: "I've never had a proper hookup"

Mon, 05 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Your monthly dose of dirty talk is back! It's got all of the sauciest, spiciest bedroom dilemmas our listeners have shared!

Everything from resisting the urge to sleep with an ex to how to go about a hook up with a guy from a dating app!

There's also advice for someone who has never had sex sober and a woman looking to rebuild her confidence after a bad relationship left her traumatised.

Send your bedroom dilemmas to HoldMyDrink@GoLoudNow.com.

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Thank you to Penneys / Primark for sponsoring this episode!

LOVEBIRDS: Perfect Profiles with Ciara Ryan #170

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000

For just the next few episodes, the one and only Ciara Ryan is joining us and letting us play Cupid with her love life!

This week, she's letting us set up her dating profile, picking the perfect pictures that showcase not only how gorgeous she is on the outside but also her fun wild personality [while also making sure she doesn't seen too wild!] We also try our best to answer her prompts, but we want to hear what you would say so get in touch on holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

There's also the usual dilemmas discussing getting back with ex's, losing virginity and we ask how much chocolate milk is too much chocolate milk?

Don't forget about our live show in Vicar St on Thursday 8th May, the last few tickets are still available on Ticketmaster!

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

EXTRA JUICE: "He asked me to model with duct tape over my mouth" #143

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000

An art student who feeling uncomfortable about a new acquaintance's sexual jokes and requests to model for a painting about bondage is looking for advice this week - And Charleen and Ellie don't hold back on how they feel about the situation.

The start of the summer has Charleen in flying form but Ellie's recent 'injury' has left her feeling bleak.

If you haven't picked them up already tickets for the Hold My Drink live show on Thursday 8th May in Vicar St are still available on Ticketmaster!

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Thanks to Penneys / Primark for sponsoring this episode!

LOVEBIRDS: A Dating History with Ciara Ryan #169

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000

This a new segment we’re introducing for just the next few weeks, so make sure you don’t miss a single episode!

It’s called LOVEBIRDS – And in it, we’re going to be playing Cupid and guiding the wonderful Ciara Ryan through all of the trials and tribulations of modern dating. Everything from the pictures she chooses for her dating profile, to figuring out her type on paper! This week, she takes us through her dating history, including a recent heart break and she reveals how she's been getting on using some well known apps.

We also chat about some fears both rational and irrational, and of course answer your dilemmas on friendships, DM's and apple eating habits.

If you haven't picked them up already tickets for the Hold My Drink live show on Thursday 8th May in Vicar St are still available on Ticketmaster!

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

EXTRA JUICE: "My friend ghosted me" #142

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000

What to do when a jealous friend ghosts you? Is it time to just accept that the friendship has ended or is it worth one more conversation? Charleen and Ellie try their best to offer their advice to a listener who feels she's being ignored after making plans with a different friend group.

There's chat about disappointing takeaways revealing Charleen's recent distaste for a Chinese, and Ellie recounts her trip down the country.

Email: HoldMyDrink@GoLoudNow.com.

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

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Coachella's Best Dressed, Dangers of Influencing and 'Hey Girlie' Text Update! #168

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Coachella has been all over our FYP's this week, and Charleen and Ellie review their best dressed of the festival so far, and attempt to manifest and invite for next year.

The talk about Annalivia's recent video asking people to stop calling to her house, showing your kids on social media and the other bad sides of influencing.

We get an update on last week's dilemma - This time we hear from the sender of the 'Hey Girlie' text...

And of course we have the newest segment Red Flag Radar - Where the girls determine whether an odd behaviour is a red or green flag.

And tickets for the Hold My Drink live show on Thursday 8th May in Vicar St are still available on Ticketmaster!

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

EXTRA JUICE: "He spent two nights in a brothel" #141

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000

What do you do after you discover that your boyfriend spent not one but two nights in a brothel while on a boys trip? Well, this listener doesn't need that question answered, she's already got rid! But she is wondering what to tell their mutual friends? Charleen and Ellie weigh in on the dilemma.

Another listener is starting to plan her day around her gym crush and wondering if it's gone to far, especially when she's never spoken to him and doesn't know if he's single! The girls offer their best flirting tips and tricks, although the success rate of these lines is unclear.

And of course, they talk about the upcoming live show in Vicar St on the 8th of May! Tickets are available now on Ticketmaster and you don't want to miss out!

Email: HoldMyDrink@GoLoudNow.com.

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Thank you to Penneys / Primark for sponsoring this episode!

Boob Jobs, Buying Houses and Big Announcements! #167

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000

It's an episode full of updates, from a live show announcement to Ellie's exciting next step in buying a house.

Charleen reflects on her boob job and her newfound desire to be 'more natural' - Hair extensions and Botox not included!

Molly Mae's latest story post is examined for clues that she is back together with Tommy Fury and the girls help a listener whose life has been turned upside down by the absolutely dreaded 'Hey Girl' text.

There's a new segment too this week, Red Flag Radar - If you have any red flags popping up in your life send them to HoldMyDrink@GoLoudNow.com.

And don't forget tickets for the Hold My Drink live show on Thursday 8th May in Vicar St, go on sale this Friday at 9am on Ticketmaster! See you there!

EXTRA SPICE: "He's selfish in the bedroom"

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Move over regular bonus episode - EXTRA SPICE is here. Your new monthly dose of dirty talk with all of the sauciest, spiciest bedroom dilemmas the listeners have got!

This week features a selfish lover not putting his partner's pleasure first as well as a listener conflicted about the best choice of birth control.

There's a boyfriend of 5 years who's never seen his girlfriend naked because of her body confidence issues.

And not one, but three fully grown women who are too embarrassed to buy condoms!

Send your bedroom dilemmas to HoldMyDrink@GoLoudNow.com.

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Thank you to Penneys / Primark for sponsoring this episode!

Sugababes on Getting Back Together, Teenage Fame and New Music #166

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000

The absolutely iconic girlband Sugababes joined us this week! Our younger selves are screaming!

They told us about spending their time after school in the recording studio and how fame at such a young age affected them. Although Siobhan, Keisha and Mutya are the original line up, they explained why they don't like the word reunion and told us all about their plans for new music.

They spoke about being independent artists now and why they think labels aren't looking for girlbands as much these days.

And of course we asked them to offer their advice to our listener who has a crush on a colleague.

Tickets to see the Sugababes in Belfast and Dublin on April 19th and 20th are available here: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/sugababes-tickets/artist/30542

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EXTRA JUICE: "I'm in a coercive relationship. How do I get out?" #140

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 11:00:00 +0000

This week Ellie and Charleen hear from a listener who has had it with one of the gang. She was an absolute nightmare on a recent girls trip and words need to be had.

They also have some words of advice for a listener who is in a coercive relationship and is fearful of taking the next step.

If you relate to that listeners story of being in a coercive relationship or even just want more information on it, visit Women’s Aid.ie or call their national freephone 1800 341 900.

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Caoimhe Ryan On Life In New York, American Men And Moving Home #165

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000

With Ellie unable to join the pod, this week Charleen teams up with her childhood bestie Caoimhe for a Q&A about her fab life in New York, how she found American men, falling in love with Nashville Cowboys and what it has been like moving home to Dublin after 3 years in The Big Apple.

They also help a listener who is feeling suddenly left out of her friend group and you guys have some strong words of advice for a listener feeling confused by a man in Australia.

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EXTRA JUICE: "I've to choose between a WhatsApp group and my bestie!" #139

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 15:10:00 +0000

Poor Charleen has a run in with a clamper for the first time and Ellie wants to have a cleansing rant about how hangovers are getting harder to shake.

They also hear from a listener looking for advice on how to navigate a tricky situation between with friend group, her best pal and a WhatsApp group that could mean her losing her closest friend.

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Baby Emzo Emma Kearney on Accidental Nudity, Having A Baby and Becoming An Influencer! #164

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 12:30:00 +0000

On this week's episode Charleen and Ellie are joined by the fabulous and hilarious Emma Kearney (aka Baby Emzo) who has them all in stitches with her stories and takes on being an influencer. She also talks about the recent arrival of the gorgeous Anneliese and how she's coping with motherhood.

They all have some very strong words for a listener who wants out of a neglectful relationship and another too afraid to tell her boss she wants to emigrate.

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EXTRA JUICE: "I'm pregnant but now my sister won't talk to me" #138

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000

We all know how expensive taxis are these days but you won't BELIEVE how much Charleen got charged for her trip home after Sabrina Carpenter.

They hear from a heartbroken listener who has just discovered she's pregnant and is naturally delighted but since breaking the news to her family her sister has compeltely withdrawn from her and she doesn't know what to do.

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Fashion, New Love and Eating Disorders with Aoife O'Farrell #163

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:30:00 +0000

One of the coolest girls on the internet right now, known for her unreal style and Claddagh hoops - Aoife O'Farrell is our guest this week!

She told us how a row over a roast dinner led her to start posting online and explained where she gets her fashion inspo from.

Aoife suffered from an eating disorder for years and really opened up about how she overcame it and why she thinks therapy is so important.

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EXTRA JUICE: "I hooked up with my ex but he has a girlfriend!" #137

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000

This week Charleen and Ellie both have something to say about being at the receiving end of online trolls and they do NOT hold back.

They also hear from a listener who who hooked up with her toxic ex which is bad enough but he also has a girlfriend. How can she deal with the guilt and what's the best way to handle this messy situation? As ever, the girls have the advice.

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Saying "I Love You", Emoji Wars and the Brits fallout #162

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000

How do you know you’re in love? And just as importantly – How do you say those three words for the first time? Charleen and Ellie – Notorious lover girls, look at their past history of saying ‘I love you’, the nerves, the regrets and fear of not hearing it said back!

They discuss the viral Maura Higgins and Danny Jones video from the Brits and wonder how their morning after went.

And the other side of the story from last weeks dilemma about being nearly 90 mins late for dinner gets heard. Along with some fairly harsh truths to a girl who is concerned by her boyfriends emoji choices.

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EXTRA JUICE: "My boring boyfriend is giving me THE ICK!" #136

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 14:26:00 +0000

Move over Batman, there's a new crime-busting superhero in town as Ellie heroically steps up to prevent a crime being commited right before her eyes.

They also hear from a listener whose boyfriend has settled into some very settled and frankly BORING ways which is proving to be quite the turn-off so she needs some advice on what to do next.

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Cheating, Bad Dates and Intrusive Thoughts with Beth Wyer #161

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Beth Wyer (aka Bethandwhatt on TikTok) joined us this week! She told us all about the heartbreak of not only being cheated on but also betrayed by her best friend! And that's not Beth's only wild story in the search for love, as she opened up about doing doughnuts in Darndale and wearing balaclavas in cat cafes.

Thankfully, Beth's now found love - But there is one small problem which she reveals exclusively on the pod!

She helps out with a listener dilemma, and she also shares her own struggles with mental health and intrusive thoughts.

Beth also has her own podcast Tipsy Topics out now!

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EXTRA JUICE: "He only texts me when he has no other girls to try" #135

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen Murphy delays flights. Pass it on.

Except she doesn’t and in this week’s episode she rants about the latest in a long line of rumours being spread about her.

Ellie joins in on the transport themed ranting too this week after being essentially shushed in an airport lounge.

And they offer some tough love to a listener who’s mad about a boy who only texts her looking for one thing.

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I Met My Younger Self for a Coffee #160

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

The 'I met my younger self for a coffee' trend is all over our FYPs - And this week Charleen and Ellie joined in. They offer their younger selves advice on everything from micro-fringes (Don't get one! Seriously!) to dealing with heartbreak and confusion about what to do with your life.

There's a listener who is struggling to deal with her boyfriend kissing another girl on a night out, and another who wants to know if she should just do the travelling she wants to do without her fella who can't afford it.

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EXTRA JUICE: "Do I tell his GF what he's been up to?" #134

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

We all know about the 'Hey Girlie' text - That moment another girl gets in touch to educate you about your boyfriend's behaviour. And this week, we hear from a listener who is wondering if it's time she sends one.

And in place of Charleen and Ellie ranting, the birds got in touch! With some... constructive feedback, on the latest episodes of Hold My Drink.

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Couples Counselling on Valentine's Day with Dano! #159

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Happy Valentine's Day to all the birds!

This week, we have a very special Valentine in the studio, the OG Angel Boy himself, Dano! Although, it's hard to tell whether its a Valentine's Day special or a couples counselling session! After last week's episode about petty arguments, Ellie acts as the impartial judge to deliberate on some of the most common fights between Charleen and Dano. And they try their best to answer an important question - Who knows you better, your best friend or your boyfriend?

In Secrets From The Stalls, there's a listener who's wondering when her fella will finally ask her to be his girlfriend, and in Phone a Friend the listeners offer their advice to a girl who's not being taken seriously by the men she's dating.

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EXTRA JUICE: "My Boyfriend Wants To Return To The Scene Of The Crime" #133

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charlene has had it with all the damaging misinformation online and they discuss how you can help boost your confidence.

A listener reaches out with a problem with her boyfriend. He wants to go to Amsterdam for a mate's birthday but the last time he went he cheated on her. What should she do?

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Picking fights - Petty reasons to start a row #158

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

All seems peaceful for Charleen and Ellie - But is it really? They've had some petty rows lately, as have the listeners, over things as small as the Dubai chocolate bar, and as big as kissing other people.

Charleen considers a parasite cleanse, although with Ellie's revelation about her childhood she might be the better candidate for it.

There's even a nod to an old segment - German Word of the Week.

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EXTRA JUICE: "Should I end it with my dream man to prevent heartbreak?" #132

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen is fed up of men - and their urge to spread their legs wide and take up as much space as possible, regardless of the people around them. Meanwhile Ellie rants about the absurd cost of breakfasts in Dublin after paying a whopping €19 (!) for a rubbish fry.

And a listener has gotten in touch after finding her dream man BUT it's not all rosy, he's not from Ireland and will have to move home soon. Should she stay with him until he leaves or end it before she gets heartbroken?

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Molly Mae, GAA and asking "Am I Gay?" #157

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

The GAA catfish scandal brings back old memories for Charleen of being caught up in a catfish incident of her own.

The girls chat about the Molly Mae documentary and whether they think her relationship with Tommy will soon be rekindled.

And of course, there's dilemmas on everything from fizzling out friendships to questioning your sexuality.

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EXTRA JUICE: "Is she just a girl friend or is it more?" #131

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Can men and women really just be friends? That's the big debate for this bonus episode after one listener gets in touch unsure of whether she's being crazy or if there's something going on between her ex and his female friend.

There's also a listener who feels like she's running out of time to do everything she wants - college, dream job, emigrate, settle down. Even though she's just 23!

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Get Better with Chris on Addiction, Running and Changing Your Life #156

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Known online as Get Better with Chris, Chris Connolly never felt good enough growing up. This lead him to abuse drugs and alcohol until eventually he had a psychotic break and was sleeping on the streets in London, convinced a hitman was out to get him.

Chris told us how he turned his life around, and why running is so important to him. He even tried to convince Ellie to join him on a 5k.

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EXTRA JUICE: "They forgot my birthday. I didn’t get so much as a text" #130

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

When your so called "friends" don't even remember your birthday, does that mean they get struck off your wedding invite list? Ellie thinks the answer is clear after a listener sends in her dilemma.

Charleen is struggling with her own friendship issue after her suggestion for a group trip to Ibiza gets rejected, and Ellie's Rant of the Week might have anyone without a dog reconsidering getting one.

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Leave It All Behind You #155

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are back and they're ready to take on 2025! But unlike the listeners who are promising to say goodbye to everything from men and negative energy to vapes and slick backs, the girls aren't committing themselves to 75 Hard or any other extreme resolutions!

There's the usual dilemmas which include a disorganised bridal party, and a friend who's only out for drama. And Charleen opens up about the sad passing of her grandmother in Peak and Bleak of the Week.

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EXTRA JUICE: "I’m having doubts about staying here with him" #129

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen needs help deciphering her DMs from someone who's either a troll or a real straight shooter and sends her nice messages mixed in with comments about her 'shiny makeup' and 'stripping'.

There's a listener dilemma too from a girl wondering if she should stay in Ireland and forget her dream of going to Australia for her boyfriend - who has hurt her in the past by liking girls pictures and looking at OnlyFans.

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EXTRA JUICE: "I'm very ambitious but he isn't" #128

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

The festivities are over - And the pressure of being the party planner has gotten to one of the birds who got in touch upset that none of her friends stepped up to arrange a night out when she was busy.

And she's not the only one struggling, in 'If I Was You' another listener struggles with her boyfriends lack of ambition and future planning as they approach the end of their college years.

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EXTRA JUICE: "He wants to persue things even though he's moving to Australia" #127

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Happy New Year Birds!

You won't be seeing Ellie out in town celebrating or counting down to midnight if her rant this week is anything to go by. And a recent dining experience has Charleen ranting about loud talkers.

After meeting her dream guy online, one listener is wondering why he ever matched with her considering he's about to move to Australia. The girls do their best to offer her advice to avoid heartbreak.

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EXTRA JUICE: "He was my first kiss and first time" #126

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

It's Christmas week! And Ellie wants to have a word with anyone planning to eat their Christmas dinner before 2 o'clock.

Charleen rants about the lack of nice venues in Dublin and attempts to convince someone listening to please open a Joe and The Juice.

There's also a listener dilemma from a girl who is getting ghosted by her first kiss and first time.

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Home Truths and Holiday Memories: A Christmas Special #154

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

It's the last full episode of 2024! And with less than a week to go to Christmas, Charleen and Ellie look back at years gone by, the gifts they always wanted, looking at you Fur Real moving horse, the best outfits to wear to Midnight mass a.k.a The MET Gala. There's even a Christmas quiz!

There's some harsh realities and expert advice in Phone a Friend after a listener got in touch about her boyfriend's slow replies. And the girls also offer their own opinions on having your boyfriends parents move in with you.

Merry Christmas!

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EXTRA JUICE: "I was uninvited from my boyfriends 21st" #125

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

A listener gets in touch wondering why she was the only one to get uninvited from her boyfriends 21st and she wonders if the mom just secretly hates her.

A stolen coat causes a lot of trouble for the girls and as Ellie get ready to jet off to NYC, Charleen warns her about the tipping system in America.

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Your Worst Christmas Presents EVER! #153

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Tis the season to start thiniing and stressing about Christmas presents and on this week's episode we hear about some of the worst Christmas presents you've ever gotten and there are some absolute shockers in there.

Ellie gets 'stoned' in Sligo and in this week's Secret From The Stall they offer some advice to a listener whose boyfriend is giving her some real reasons to be suspicious.

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EXTRA JUICE: "I'm moving to Australia with my boyfriend but do we have a future?" #124

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Christmas is all about being sweet and kind but it's also the perfect time to have a decent rant and this week Ellie gets stuck into people who get in her way on the pavement.

Also they hear from a listener for 'If I Was You', who is having doubts about making the big leap to Australia and his recent behavious is NOT helping.

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Switching Off From Work And Breakup Regrets #152

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Achieiving the perfect work-life balance is hard for everyone but when you're self-employed and your job is online content, are you ever 'off the clock?'

In this week's episode Charleen and Ellie get real and raw about their very differing approaches to switching off from work and how to manage that feeling that 'you're still not done'.

They hear from a listener who broke up with her Norwegian boyfriend but has a serious case of the second thoughts and can't decide what or where to go next!

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EXTRA JUICE: "My boyfriend is going to be working with his ex" #123

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 13:40:00 +0000

Charleen compare notes between living with a partner and your parents and Ellie reveals the spectacular name she has for the compost bin.

In this week's If I Was you they hear from a listener whose boyfriend is keen to return to his old workplace but there's a problem, his ex still works there and could still have feelings for him.

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Long Distance: How to Stay Together when you're Apart #151

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Long distance can be one of the hardest things for a couple to deal with - But, it can also make a relationship so much stronger. In this week's episode of Hold My Drink Charleen shares her own experiences with long distance as do some of the lovely listeners.

There's also the usual dilemmas this week featuring a girl whose new friends have told her she is too private about her relationship as well as a creche worker wondering if everywhere is toxic or if it's following her.

And Ellie has something to say to the people of Ireland...

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EXTRA JUICE: "He admitted to cheating a few times" #122

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000

After seeing notifications from OnlyFans, swingers websites, and more on her boyfriends phone, and his admission to cheating on her, one listener is unsure whether she should stay with him or walk away. Charleen and Ellie do their best to convince her of the best thing to do.

Charleen's hormones have her ranting about everything she can think of, while Ellie sympathises with a listener upset after an altercation while crossing the road.

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Niall Breslin on Anxiety, The Voice and Mental Health Care #150

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Niall Breslin, also known as Bressie, came into studio this week for a chat about everything from his decision to quit rugby for music to meeting Oasis and Will.I.Am. He even revealed why he'd never go back on The Voice.

He also opened up about his own struggles with anxiety and explained why mindfulness is so important to him. Niall has released a new podcast called the Madman's Hotel which explores Ireland's history with mental health care, particularly focusing on St. Loman's in his home town of Mullingar. He spoke about the project and the impact this institution still has on the families who's loved ones were patients there.

Tickets for the Hold My Drink live show on Nov 23rd in UCH, Limerick are available now on the UCH box office.

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HMD Presents: The Gambler

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:00:00 +0000

We want to bring you news of a very exciting new project from the team here at GoLoud, in collaboration with the team behind the hugely successful series “The Witness” – crime journalist Nicola Tallant and producer Ian Maleney.

It’s a new 8-part true crime series called "The Gambler", it’s released today and we think it might become your next true crime obsession. We think you’ll love it, so we wanted you to hear about it from us first.

The story begins off as Nicola gets a phone call from a prisoner in an Irish prison, who says he has some information she might be interested in. But what came after, as Nicola kept speaking to this man - Pat Sheedy - would prove to be even more interesting. That phone call started a journey into the darkest reaches of addiction, crime and deception – and into the life of a man battling demons, with a lot of ups and downs.

We think you’ll be excited to check it out.

The Gambler is a GoLoud Original and it is out now.

Spotify link to The Gambler: https://open.spotify.com/show/6rDXDZO10vChppLfIxLyFF?si=62dd15ff950549ad

EXTRA JUICE: "I feel like I am the glue holding the trio together" #121

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 11:55:00 +0000

In this week's bonus, a listener gets in touch to share her own Rant of the Week after a bad experience with a creepy man at her gym. And it's safe to say it makes Charleen's rant about scary films and Ellie's rant about people crossing the road slowly look fairly mild.

And she's not the only listener who got in touch for this bonus episode - There's also the weekly dilemma, in which one girl feels she is the only thing keeping her friend group together.

Tickets for the Hold My Drink live show on Nov 23rd in UCH, Limerick are available now on the UCH box office.

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Blonde Blindness, Cringeworthy Clothes and Makeup Mistakes #149

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 11:55:00 +0000

What do you regret wearing the most when you look back on your younger years? Peplum tops? Adidas Tracksuits? Or maybe you cringe when you think back to the bleached hair and concealer lips? Charleen and Ellie look back their favourite trends from times gone by and wonder why anyone ever thought they were cool.

They help one listener get over a guy she works with who doesn't see things going anywhere romantic between them and offer their opinions on one of TikTok's most controversial users at the moment.

Tickets for the Hold My Drink live show on Nov 23rd in UCH, Limerick are available now on the UCH box office.

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EXTRA JUICE: "What if I’ve missed out on being single?" #120

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 11:55:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie offer their advice to a listener who is dealing with a boyfriend who's become mean and snappy in recent months as she wonders whether she is missing out on being single.

Wasted food and annoying junk emails are the topics for the rant of the week and the girls also discuss whether they would ever go on Big Brother.

Tickets for the Hold My Drink live show on Nov 23rd in UCH, Limerick are available now on the UCH box office.

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Dami Hope opens up about weddings, grief and Love Island #148

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 11:55:00 +0000

Dami Hope joins Charleen and Ellie this week to chat all things Love Island and life since leaving the villa. He opens up about his relationship with Indiyah and whether he can see a wedding in their future.

Dami sadly lost his father in the past year and he talks honestly about dealing with grief and taking it as a sign to enjoy his life to the fullest which he is doing.

There's also the usual dilemmas, and of course a look ahead to the live shows.

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EXTRA JUICE: "My boyfriend of 6 years is starting to give me the ick" #119

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 11:55:00 +0000

Do mean girls ever go away? Or do they just follow you through all walks of life? And if you are unfortunate enough to have them as housemates, what's the best way to deal with them? Ants in the bed? Clingfilm on the toilet bowl? Charleen and Ellie discuss in Rant of The Week.

There's also a dilemma from a listener who moved all the way to Australia for her boyfriend but feels like since she got there he's treating her more like a housewife rather than giving her the princess treatment she used to get from him.

Tickets for the Hold My Drink live shows on Nov 5th & 6th in Vicar Street and Nov 23rd in UCH, Limerick are available now on Ticketmaster and the UCH box office.

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The Haunting of Hold My Drink #147

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 11:55:00 +0000

It's a spooky special this week!

Medium, Angela Dunlop came in to studio to read Charleen and Ellie's auras and she makes a few predictions about their future. She even reveals Charleen's recent tiff with someone close to her.

It wouldn't be a Halloween episode without some ghost stories - not to be confused with ghosting stories that are sent in every week! The girls share your tales of the supernatural and some of their own after Ellie's trip to the haunted Hellfire Club over the weekend.

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EXTRA JUICE: "I find myself grieving a mother I never lost" #118

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 11:55:00 +0000

Her recent trip to America has Charleen wondering what the etiquette is when it comes to reclining your seat on an airplane. Manners are on Ellie's mind as well after a recent incident while dining out has her asking why people feel it's okay to be rude to waiters.

They also offer advice to a listener who's struggling to build a relationship with her mother who recently quit drinking but now seems to have no interest in her kids or family.

Tickets for the Hold My Drink live shows on Nov 5th & 6th in Vicar Street and Nov 23rd in UCH, Limerick are available now on Ticketmaster and the UCH box office.

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Niamh Cullen talks weddings, legal battles and mental health #146

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:55:00 +0000

Host of Unveiled and well known fitness blogger Niamh Cullen joined the girls this week. She shared all the details about her upcoming wedding - including the dress she bought without seeing it in person!

Niamh went through a tough time after the stress of a legal case sent her into a depression - She opened up about how she felt at that time, and explained why she is actually glad it happened at this point in her life.

There was also a dilemma about getting a reclusive boyfriend out of the house.

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EXTRA JUICE: "He told me he didn’t know if he was fully in love with me" #117

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:55:00 +0000

After learning that you can top your leap card up on your phone, we might be seeing Charleen on more buses. And Ellie wonders why are there already Christmas decorations up before Halloween is even over?

There's also a dilemma from a girl whose boyfriend drunkenly confessed that he's not 100% sure about their relationship.

Tickets for the Hold My Drink live shows on Nov 5th & 6th in Vicar Street and Nov 23rd in UCH, Limerick are available now on Ticketmaster and the UCH box office.

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Things That Are Way Too Normalized #145

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:55:00 +0000

The girls are getting excited for Halloween as it gets closer and closer. They ask what's going on with One Direction's Liam Payne and Charleen reveals why she thought her Deliveroo driver had poisoned her.

Ellie wants to make giving someone the finger more acceptable and together they wonder what in our society is just WAY TOO normalized.

There's also a listener who's unsure of her relationship after heading off to college and a friend who is worried for her bestie after her recent breakup has her acting different.

Hold My Drink will return to the stage LIVE in Vicar Street on the 5th and 6th of November and UCH, Limerick on the 23rd of November. Tickets will be available from Thursday at 10am on Ticketmaster and the UCH box office.

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EXTRA JUICE: "He is stingy when spending money on other people" #116

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 10:55:00 +0000

Is being stingy worth breaking up over? That's the dilemma the girls have to deal with this week after one listener got in touch wondering if she was wrong to expect her partner, who earns a lot more than her, to pay a bit more for their holiday together.

Ellie rant's about her dreams, or more accurately nightmares while Charleen wonders why online shopping still has so many flaws in the year 2024.

Tickets for the Hold My Drink live shows on Nov 5th & 6th in Vicar Street and Nov 23rd in UCH, Limerick are available now on Ticketmaster and the UCH box office.

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Is It Still Cheating if there's No Sex? #144

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 10:55:00 +0000

This week it's all about 'micro-cheating' - Those small things, like commenting on someone's pictures online or flirting behind your back, that make you wonder if your partner is as loyal as they should be. Ellie turns to the internet for flirting tips and Charleen explains the Crumbl Cookie controversy.

They also help one listener who is struggling with a Halloween costume that's just too revealing for her as well as one who is being forced to decide between her toxic family and her 21st birthday.

And the big announcement! Hold My Drink will return to the stage LIVE in Vicar Street on the 5th and 6th of November and UCH, Limerick on the 23rd of November. Tickets will be available from Thursday at 10am on Ticketmaster and the UCH box office.

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EXTRA JUICE: "I caught him on OnlyFans 3 times in 3 years" #115

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 10:55:00 +0000

In this week's dilemma, Charleen and Ellie hear from one listener whose boyfriend has taken to looking up her sister and local girls on social media after she confronted him about his OnlyFans usage!

Charleen also has a justified rant about dangerous driving, while Ellie's rant leads her to share more than she has before, maybe even finally crossing the line of TMI.

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Coping with Cancer during Pregnancy #143

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:05:00 +0000

The girls were joined by the amazing Seanagh Rice from Dancity Ireland this week. She told her story of being diagnosed with breast cancer while 26 weeks pregnant. The girls heard how she coped with the diagnosis and how the pregnancy impacted her treatment, including by reducing her options for pain relief after surgery to simply paracetamol.

Seanagh underwent a mastectomy, c-section and chemotherapy all within a few weeks of each other - A huge toll for anyone. She opened up about how the experience affected her both physically and mentally.

Seanagh's cancer was thankfully caught while still manageable and demonstrates the importance of breast checks and regular screenings. For information about breast cancer and self checks, please visit www.breastcancerireland.com

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EXTRA JUICE: "I am in a really bad rut" #114

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:55:00 +0000

This week Ellie reveals whether she stuck to last week's promise not to drink on her weekend away. While Charleen learns the true meaning of the phrase 'soiling yourself' -safe to say it's not what she thought it meant.

And the girls help one listener who's feeling like she's been pouring from an empty cup and can't balance her friendships, relationship and everything else since starting a new job.

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Meet Cutes - How to find love offline #142

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:55:00 +0000

In a world filled with dating apps and social media platforms that can help you find love online – more and more people seem to want to find love the old fashioned way. Especially if you get rejected from Raya… This week Charleen and Ellie chat about the downsides to online dating and hear some amazing IRL meet cutes – Everything from concert security staff to takeaway drivers.

They also chat about some more supernatural experiences they’ve had lately, and Charleen reveals her fear of... sleep?

And they help one listener who is struggling to balance an old friendship with her relationship after her bestie's return home after years, while another listener is looking for advice on whether she should stay with her partner while he’s in jail.

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EXTRA JUICE: "He cheated on my daughter 4 times" #113

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 10:55:00 +0000

You heard it here first - Ellie's taking a break from drinking. After a heavy weekend, she's knocking it in the head and having a sober weekend. You'll have to come back again next week though to hear whether she sticks to it or not.

They also offer some advice to a listener who is struggling to get through to her daughter and get her out of a bad relationship. Charleen takes a literal page out of her mothers book by suggesting that the listener write a letter to her daughter like her mam did.

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Drifting Friendships, Reunions and Bebo #141

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:55:00 +0000

The changing of the seasons and return to school has Charleen and Ellie thinking about the passage of time and how friendships change and drift as you get older. And in their journey down memory lane, there's also a resurgence of the iconic DJ Booney and DJ Cammy.

The girls help a listener who is triggered by her boyfriends female friend - Because she looks so similar to the girl her ex cheated on her with. And In Phone A Friend you help one of the birds who's struggling to deal with her boyfriend's overbearing family.

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EXTRA JUICE: "I think he’s blocked me" #112

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:55:00 +0000

After getting anxious that things were moving too fast one listener blocked the guy she was chatting to and now that she's realised her mistake she thinks he might have blocked her in return and can't get through to him. The girls offer their own advice and Charleen manages to resist the urge to tell her to set up a fake account - Just barely though.

And after Ellie's rant about lads who rev their engines the girls wonder why they do it and if there are girls out there who are impressed by it?

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Love is Blind UK's Sabrina reveals the truth about her marriage #140

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0000

What happened when the cameras stopped rolling on Love is Blind UK? Irish contestant Sabrina Vittoria spilled all the tea on her marriage to Steven and why it didn't work out, the editing on the show, and being diagnosed with depression in the last year.

Sabrina explained why she chose to go on the reality TV show in the first place, and revealed whether she is still single or looking for love once again?

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EXTRA JUICE: "He wants us to give it another go when he moves here..." #111

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0000

In 'Rant of the Week' Charleen opens up about the reaction online to her latest bikini post and wonders how some women can claim to support other women while tearing her down at the same time. Ellie too wishes people were kinder, specifically at her gym where she's in need of a bit of help.

They also offer their support to a listener whose cheating ex is trying to get back into her life 8 years later. She's not sure if he deserves a second chance, or if he even wants one, maybe he just wants a place to say when he moves to her area!

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Girl Code: Dating Exes & Influencer Drama #139

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0000

It's all about girl code this week, inspired by the latest TikTok drama. Charleen and Ellie ask what it really is? Is it ever okay to date a friends ex? And is sending hate online the biggest way to break girl code?

They offer advice and support to a girl whose boyfriend is bored of sex after less than a year together and has knocked her confidence.

And the listeners share their responses to a dilemma about getting involved in your parents separation.

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EXTRA JUICE: "I found messages with 3 middle aged women..." #110

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Given her frequent trips, it's no surprise that Charleen's rant this week is about the airport - Specifically the cost of a bottle of water in them. Ellie rants about Dublin's changing road layouts, and there's a rant from a listener whose engagement didn't get any reaction at her work.

And for this week's 'If I Was You' the girls help a listener who found messages, and a picture of her boyfriend in bed with a middle aged woman and wonders if it's just a phase from his past or something she should be worried about?

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Mum Life, Invisible Strings and Postpartum Depression with Annalivia Hynds #138

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Annalivia Hynds spilled the tea on everything from the unplanned pregnancy that began her beautiful family to the invisible strings that kept pulling her and her soon to be husband Ruairí together. She opened up about how she went off the rails after her mother passed away, and her struggles with postpartum depression after the birth of her second daughter.

Currently planning her wedding, Annalivia explained why she won't be getting married abroad and gives an update on her big day.

Charleen and Ellie got her to help out with a listener who is worried about her relationship after her boyfriend asked her 'Do you think I've ever cheated on you?' and the three shared their Peaks and Bleaks of the week.

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EXTRA JUICE: "When we were good, we were so so good..." #109

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Is there any truth to the saying 'Opposites attract' or are there some differences that are too hard to overcome? That's this week's dilemma, as we hear from one listener split from her partner but wondering whether they should give it one more chance.

There's also a trip down memory lane back to the good old days of Nintendogs, Sims and The Simpsons: Hit & Run.

In Rant of the Week, Ellie recalls a recent altercation with a taxi driver which resulted in him throwing a tissue out of his car at her. And sticking to the travel theme, Charleen wonders why people bother queuing up for flights at the airport gate.

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Worst Dates: A&E, Threesomes and a €250 dinner bill #137

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen made it back from Ibiza for this episode but only barely after forgetting to book her flight home! This week the girls talk all about WORST dates - Both times they've suffered through them and times they felt they were a terrible date, like when Ellie got way too drunk.

They also hear some of your bad date stories - Everything from ending up in A&E, to bringing a friend for a threesome and even using the dreaded baby voice. They also tackle the big question - Who pays for a first date?

The girls help a listener who's had a massive falling out with her siblings and is dreading having to see them at her dad's upcoming wedding.

And in Phone A Friend - You get involved and offer your advice to one girl who got in touch after the dad of her unborn baby asked for a DNA test! They've only been together for 6 months and she always thought she couldn't have kids so he's shocked but should he just trust her when she says it's his?

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EXTRA JUICE: "I haven’t had any friends for some time now..." #108

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Ellie's got not one, but two rants this week - So any queue skippers should steer clear of her along with anyone trying to rush her unnecessarily. Charleen's rant is inspired by a listener who is sick of people playing videos out loud in public and while Charleen agrees, she is also the problem.

And the girls give some "If I Was You" advice to a listener who has become very lonely after some health issues and a bad break up have left her without friends for some time now. How can she make new friends? Is there any point in her trying to find a boyfriend right now?

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Sex Tapes, New Boyfriends and Brat Summer #136

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie sit down to answer all your questions on everything from sex tapes to cosmetic procedures and falling out!

Ellie also shares an exciting relationship status update and opens up to answer your burning question, while Charleen explains why she is so over the 'Clean Girl' trend.

In Secrets From The Stalls, they chat about a girl who got burned after her boyfriend refused to rub suncream into her back at the beach! And the followers offer their advice to a girl who found a list of girls her boyfriend has slept with on his phone and doesn't know whether to confront him about it?

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EXTRA JUICE "I’ve been getting bullied by my best friend..." #107

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen would like to know how people who don't like any sauce on their food get through life and what their issue is with the best part of the meal. While Ellie is giving out about the people who dilly dally at the airport, despite her own history missing flights she is now a self professed 'Airport Dad'.

And the two girls help a listener end things with her 'pick me' best friend who has been bullying her since primary school before she has the chance to ruin her first year in college. Is it better to sit down for an in person chat or can she do it over text? And what should she do about the rest of the friend group?

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The Newly Engaged Miriam Mullins and Aideen Kate Talk Weddings #135

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Miriam Mullins and Aideen Kate talk about their recent engagements, their financés, and their wedding plans! From dress ideas, venues, guests and having kids at weddings. As content creators, the girls also share their thoughts on creating and posting content from their big day, and working with brands for their wedding.

For Secrets From The Stalls, Miriam and Aideen also give advice to one listener who hasn't been asked to be a bridesmaid at her boyfriend's sister's wedding, and another listener who wants to invite just 2 out of the 5 girls in her friend group.

As well as that, Charleen and Ellie share exciting news about their new clothing range, and give their Peaks and Bleaks of the Week!

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EXTRA JUICE: "I noticed he had another Instagram account under a random name with no profile picture or posts..." #106

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen is giving out about getting catcalled, and Ellie's getting stressed about parallel parking for Rant of the Week.

And the girls give some "If I Was You" advice to a listener who has found another Instagram account added under her boyfriend's profile under a random name with no profile picture or posts. Is it harmless or is there something going on that she doesn't know about? And how does she confront him about it?

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Online Hate, Pregnancies and Wedding Updates with Erin and Taylor McGregor #134

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week, online influencers Erin and Taylor McGregor joins us to chat about their mother-daughter relationship, their online careers, how they manage hate on social media, Erin's son and Taylor's brother Harry who has autism and is non-verbal, Erin's wedding updates and so much more.

Charleen and Ellie fill you in on their Peaks and Bleaks of the Week. And for Phone A Friend, our wonderful listeners give advice to a girl who's boyfriend really wants to move to Australia, but she's afraid of being homesick. Should she stay in Ireland or go with him to Oz?

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EXTRA JUICE: "I'm torn between sticking to where I'm comfortable, or taking the leap and possibly not liking the new job..." #105

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

For Rant of the Week, we hear from a listener who needs to vent about certain comments that people can make towards two single people, which opens up a great conversation about the needs for physical, emotional and mental attraction in a partner.

And Charleen and Ellie give advice to a listener who has been offered a new job, and is nervous about leaving a place where she is comfortable and knows what she is doing, for somewhere that she may not like.

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The Pettiest Things You've Done After A Break-Up #133

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie talk about the pettiest things that they have done and that listeners have done after a break-up. From ringing the tax man on an ex, sending fake football trial letters, deleting Spotify playlists, and PLENTY more!

The girls also give some advice on a dilemma about a boyfriend having a “wank bank” in Secrets From The Stalls. And for Phone A Friend, our followers give their advice to a listener’s dilemma about being a single mom and wanting to get back on the dating scene, and should she mention that she has a child?

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EXTRA JUICE: "I can't shake the betrayal from my mind..." #104

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen is giving out about the reaction of some men to women's topics, and Ellie has a pet peeve relating to make-up for Rant of the Week.

And the girls give some 'If I Was You' advice to a listener who found out that her boyfriend cheated on her in college, and revealed more stories himself about being with other girls. Should she forgive him or can you ever forget about something like this?

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Navigating Solo Dates #132

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie talk about solo dates - how they feel going on them now compared to before, tips on if you want to start or go on more solo dates, and the girls even challenge each other to go on a solo date and must come back next week and share how they got on!

For Secrets From The Stalls, there's advice on finding your style when your body is changing, and living away from a new family member and feeling like you’re missing out on connecting with them. And for Phone A Friend, our followers give advice on how to make friends, since it can be really hard at this age.

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EXTRA JUICE: "Everytime I see Boy 1, I get feelings for him all over again..." #103

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

On this week's bonus episode, Charleen has some things to say about people who don't think Taylor Swift is a good role model, and Ellie is giving out about weddings for Rant of the Week.

And the girls give some 'If I Was You' advice to a listener who is in a happy relationship with "Boy 2", but can't stop thinking about "Boy 1".

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Natasha O'Brien Speaks About Her Attack and the DPP Appeal #131

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Disclaimer: There are conversations around assault and violence in this episode

This week, Natasha O'Brien opens up about her violent assault back in May 2022. She speaks about the after-effects of the attack, the court case and the justice system in Ireland, and how just last week, the DPP has appealed her attackers suspended sentence.

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EXTRA JUICE: "I am struggling to deal with his ex-girlfriend..." #102

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

It's your extra fix of Charleen and Ellie in the week! Charleen has a bone to pick with online trolls, and Ellie is (half) giving out about the price of taxis for Rant of the Week.

And the girls give some 'If I Was You' advice to a listener who is being 'intimidated' by her boyfriend's ex-girlfriend, who has been showing up to her workplace, despite having had a clean break-up with him, and having a new boyfriend now!

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How NOT to Breakup With Someone #130

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie talk about how NOT to breakup with someone - from their own breakup experiences, and some wild listener stories about worst breakups! There's also some advice on how to breakup with someone if you're needing to, based on Charleen's own personal experience.

The girls give advice in Secrets From The Stalls about whether or not its a red flag when a boy is trying to do a bit more than kiss after being told the girl isn’t ready for that. And for Phone A Friend, our followers give advice on whether a girl is going through a rough patch in her relationship for wanting to experience single life after 7 years, or if the relationship is over?

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EXTRA JUICE: "I compare him to every person I speak to..." #101

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen is back for this week's bonus episode, and is giving out about loud Facetimers and queue skippers. While Ellie rants about something very Irish - the immersion!

The girls give some 'If I Was You Advice" to a listener who is struggling to get over her ex-boyfriend, and is wondering if she should reach out to him to see if something could work out in the future, or if she should just try to move on?

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Ellie's Life Updates #129

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Ellie is flying solo (as Charleen is away in Ibiza)! But this episode is a big catch-up on life with Ellie - from recent trips, to potential romance and an update on the house hunt!

Ellie also helps with some dilemmas, including a girl who is in trouble with her male friend's girlfriend for just chatting to him, how to start a career in social media and influencing. And for Phone A Friend, our followers give their advice on whether a listener should go to Australia where her ex-fling is, either to visit him, or start a new chapter without him?

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EXTRA JUICE: "I'm trying to convince her to make the first move, but she is convinced that is a man's job..." #100

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000

It's Bonus Episode 100, and Ellie is flying solo for it! She's giving out about underwhelming food places for Rant of the Week, as well as giving plenty of advice to some listeners for If I Was You - including whether or not girls or boys should make the first move, and should you persist and finish the final year of your college course, or just drop out if you're unhappy.

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Celebrity Clients, Horrible Hairstyles and Building a Brand with Andrew Fitzsimons #128

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000

*Trigger Warning: Brief mention of suicide in this episode*

One of Hollywood’s top celebrity hair stylists, Andrew Fitzsimons is our special guest on the podcast this week! Andrew talks about getting started in the hairdressing and styling industry, some of the major celebrities he has worked with, signing NDAs, creating his own brand and the hairstyle that he hates the most!

For Phone A Friend, our followers also help with advice for a listener who went on her boyfriend’s phone but found out that he had been talking about how good looking another girl was in her latest instagram post. Should this listener bring it up, or can she say anything because she was snooping on his phone?!

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EXTRA JUICE: "Out of nowhere, she started to plan things with our friend and not include me..." #99

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen has a bone to pick with cat-callers and Ellie's giving out about the extortionate prices of dog food for Rant of the Week! And in "If I Was You", the girls help a listener with advice about what to do when a girl you've been friends with all of a sudden starts to dislike you and make you feel awful in group settings.

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Feeling Stuck in a Life Rut #127

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie talk about the feeling of being stuck in a rut with your life - feeling unmotivated, unenergised and just a bit all over the place. What can you do to help take you out of this rut? And what can you do to find the energy and purpose in life again?

The girls help with a dilemma about a girl who's boyfriend has no qualifications, keeps moving jobs and won't stick to anything, and she's worrying about their future together. And for Phone A Friend, our followers give advice to a listener who's boyfriend kissed someone else on a lads holiday, but he says he pushed her away immediately once it happened. Is it still cheating?

EXTRA JUICE: "I had a snoop on his phone and saw he was looking at porn..." #98

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000

For this week's Rant of the Week, we hear two listener rants about birthday posts on social media and families not making a big deal of your big exams. Charleen and Ellie also give some "If I Was You" advice to a listener who looking on her boyfriend's phone and found out that he was watching porn. Is this a norm for boys, or should she say something to him, even though she was snooping on his phone?

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Your Guide To Hot Girl Summer #126

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Summer has arrived, and this week, Charleen and Ellie are briefing you on how to achieve a Hot Girl Summer! From packing for holidays, how to feel body confident, clothes to wear and plenty more!

In Secrets From The Stalls, there's an update from a dilemma that was sent in July 2022. The girls help with advice for a listener who is wondering if she should do long distance with her boyfriend until January 2026? And for Phone A Friend, our followers give advice to a listener who's friend is making no effort with her anymore ever since getting into a relationship.

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EXTRA JUICE: "Anytime I communicate an issue, it turns into an argument and I'm the one left feeling guilty..." #97

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Ellie is back this week, and ranting about people's lack of awareness for personal space. Meanwhile, Charleen needs to give out about some bad habits of her boyfriend Dano's, now that they are living together for the summer.

The girls also give some "If I Was You" advice to a listener who needs help talking to her boyfriend and expressing her feelings without him turning things into an argument.

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Dano's Back On The Pod! #125

Wed, 29 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

It took 10 months to get him back, but Dano has returned and is place for Ellie this week. He and Charleen chat about living together, their future, biggest icks and pet peeves. And our lovely listeners have some specific questions for Dano, like the best advice he's ever gotten, how he feels about the hate Charleen has received online, and when he is going to propose!

Charleen and Dano also help out with some dilemmas, including how to deal with a long distance relationship, and a boyfriend following an ex-fling on social media. For 'Phone A Friend', our listeners offer advice about a girl who is developing feelings for a boy that previously dated a friend of hers - is it okay or not?

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EXTRA JUICE: "I found out that my boyfriend’s friend cheated on his girlfriend..." #96

Mon, 27 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Our special guest on this week's bonus episode is...Dano!

Charleen and Dano rant about some of each other's habits - from morning alarms, to hours of watching golf. They also give some 'If I Was You' advice to a listener who has found out that her boyfriend's friend has cheated on his girlfriend and whether or not the listener should tell the girlfriend?!

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Influencing, Exes and Kissing Strangers with Ciara Ryan and Éabha O'Donoghue #124

Wed, 22 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Ciara Ryan (@paintedbyciara) and Éabha O'Donoghue (@eabhaodonoghue) reveal the truth about the influencer industry in Ireland. They confirm their current relationship statuses, as well as discussing past relationships, getting back with exes and casual flings. The girls also help Charleen and Ellie with a dilemma about a listener who's boyfriend isn't treating her the same after getting back together following a break in their relationship.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

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EXTRA JUICE: "I introduced my boyfriend to my friends and some of them have made rude comments about him behind my back..." #95

Mon, 20 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

There are two listener Rants this week - one to do with cars (which seems to be a running theme within our bonus episodes), and the other to do with straight talking people abroad!

Charleen and Ellie give 'If I Was You' advice to a listener who wants to confront her friends about offensive comments they've made about her new boyfriend behind her back.

Thanks to Primark / Penneys for sponsoring this episode!

The Impact of Social Media on Body Confidence #123

Wed, 15 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

*Trigger warning: Conversations of body image, body confidence, weight loss and weight gain, and ozempic.

Charleen and Ellie open up about comments and messages they've received online that has led to impacts on their body confidence. They discuss clothes sizes, bikinis and swimsuits, and how social media can affect putting yourself out there in life.

The girls help a listener with advice about maintaining a long distance relationship when the girl is going on a J1 for the summer, but her boyfriend is staying at home. And for Phone A Friend, our listeners help with a dilemma about whether or not a girl should stay in Australia for her boyfriend, or if she should listen to her constant thoughts of home and and return to Ireland.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

EXTRA JUICE: "We talk the whole time, but he has never mentioned meeting up..." #94

Mon, 13 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week's Rant of the Week comes from two of our listeners! They are venting their frustrations about traffic lights so close to roundabouts, and customers in cafés. And Charleen and Ellie give "If I Was You" advice to a listeners who's been speaking to a boy on a dating app for about 6 weeks, but he hasn't mentioned meeting up with each other yet - should she keep texting him and hope he asks, or move on and hope to meet someone over the summer?

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Thanks to Primark / Penneys for sponsoring this episode!

What I Wish I Knew In My 20s #122

Wed, 08 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Whether you've left your 20's, are still in your 20's, or are yet to reach your 20's, Charleen and Ellie share their lessons and advice for this all-important decade. We also asked our followers to send in some of their own lessons to share - from relationships, friendships, life, money, career and plenty more.

For Phone A Friend, our listeners give their advice to a listener who's boyfriend's friend has been lodging in their newly-bought house for far too long and she's wondering how she can approach the situation in the nicest way possible to let him know that he's got to go.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

EXTRA JUICE: "He literally sold me a dream..." #93

Mon, 06 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

On this week's bonus episode, Charleen is giving out about loud talkers in public places, and Ellie's got more driving headaches in Rant of the Week. The girls give their "If I Was You" advice to a listener who was sold a dream by a boy she was speaking to for 8 months, and now he's gone distant on her.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Thanks to Primark / Penneys for sponsoring this episode!

Unpopular Opinions: Dating Edition #121

Wed, 01 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

What are your unpopular opinions about dating? Charleen and Ellie share their own, and we also asked you to send in some of yours on our Instagram (@holdmydrinkpod). From having locations on and good morning/night texts, to paying for dates and sex.

The girls also help with a dilemma about a girl who is dating an angel boy right after a breakup, and the initially scary idea of labels in Secrets From The Stalls. And for Phone A Friend, our listeners help with advice for a girl who's been dating a boy for 2 months - they are not official - but she looked through his phone and found him on Tinder. What should she do?

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

EXTRA JUICE: "We've both been invited to the actual wedding, but there's a separate WhatsApp group chat..." #92

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen discusses her eating habits at home, and Ellie is giving out about the queues at the deli in 'Rant of the Week'. It's a sticky situation in 'If I Was You', as there is a separate WhatsApp group for a pre-wedding party, and some people haven't been invited. But is it right or wrong that they haven't?

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Thanks to Primark / Penneys for sponsoring this episode!

Pink vs Blue Jobs #120

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Pink jobs are for the girls, and blue jobs are for the boys - but which job falls under which category? From cleaning the oven and doing the food shopping, to cutting the grass and taking out the bins! Charleen and Ellie discuss some of your suggestions of each!

The girls also help with a dilemma about a friend who is distancing herself from her friend group, presumably because of the boy she is dating. And for Phone A Friend, our lovely listeners help with advice for someone who is feeling the pressure from society about having kids.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

EXTRA JUICE: "All I want to do is influencing but I'm afraid what people will think..."#91

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000

It's your extra podcast fix in the week!

Charleen gives out about being put in "pens" when boarding a flight, and Ellie is on a rager about drivers who can't use lanes correctly in 'Rant of the Week'. For 'If I Was You', the girls give their thoughts on the world of influencing, the realities of the job and what you should do if you're afraid of people judging you for doing it.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Thanks to Primark / Penneys for sponsoring this episode!

Adventures from a Land Down Under! #119

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie share all the stories from their incredible 3-week trip to Australia back in January. They share the highlights, from paragliding, snorkelling and catching up with friends and family, as well as the lowlights, including free-roaming lizards and very questionable hostels!

In Secrets From The Stalls, the girls help with advice on how to meet people offline, and for Phone A Friend, our followers help with advice on whether a boyfriend REALLY meant it when he said he didn't love his girlfriend.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

EXTRA JUICE: "Is the big wedding day and engagement ring important?" #90

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000

The bonus episode is back - and it's completely revamped!

Prepare for Charleen and Ellie to be a bit more loose, opinionated and honest in your extra weekly fix of Hold My Drink. There's two brand new segments - Rant of the Week, where the girls give out about robbers and small parking spaces; and If I Was You, where they give advice for a more light-hearted dilemma or first world problem.

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com.

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Thanks to Primark / Penneys for sponsoring this episode!

The REAL reason why we took a break...#118

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000

HOLD MY DRINK IS BACK!

Charleen and Ellie reveal the REAL reason why they took a break from the podcast.

The girls also update you on everything that's been happening in their lives over the past 3 months - trips, work, upcoming projects and generally how they are feeling with life right now.

There is also a new part to the dilemma segment called 'Phone A Friend'. And, of course, Charleen and Ellie bring back some of your favourite segments too, including Secrets From The Stalls and Peak and Bleak of the Week!

Email: holdmydrink@goloudnow.com

Instagram: @holdmydrinkpod

Resolutions Recap and Goals for the New Year #117

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Happy New Year, Birds! In our first episode of 2024, Charleen and Ellie talk about New Years traditions and kisses. The girls listen back to the New Years Resolutions they made at the start of 2023 to see how many of them they stuck to, as well as making new Resolutions for the year ahead.

The girls answer your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls, including whether a listener should wait around for a guy who is very busy with setting up a business right now? And should a girl stay with her boyfriend of four years when they don't do much together as a result of his anxieties?

EXTRA JUICE: "I might break my own heart if I continue to speak to him until I leave..." #89

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000

We've got an update from a listener about a family dilemma!

There's also brand new dilemmas this week. How can you stop loving your ex who you were with for 12 years? Does friends with benefits actually work? How do you approach a guy that you really like? And should you continue to speak to someone when you know you're moving abroad soon?

Controversial Songs, Live Shows and Music Heroes with Chasing Abbey #116

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000

We are joined by Bee, Ro and Teddy C of the Ireland's dance pop trio, Chasing Abbey! The lads chat to us about their start in music together, achieving number one songs, supporting international superstars and playing sold out live shows around Europe. They also open up about relationships and how to maintain them while touring. And they let us in on what to expect from their upcoming shows at the 3Olympia Theatre on Friday, 5th April and Saturday, 4th May 2024! You can get tickets on chasingabbey.ie and make sure to follow @chasingabbey on social media!

In Secrets From The Stalls, the girls help with a girl's dilemma about her boyfriend going to nightclubs when he has told her before that they are a "place to meet people". And what do you do when you're caught up with a family friend?

EXTRA JUICE: "I decided to go with personality over looks and I'm worried..." #88

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000

There is an update from a recent dilemma this week, as well as a whole bunch of new dilemmas too!

Can you finally get through to your friend who keeps getting back together with her emotionally abusive and manipulative ex-boyfriend? Should you try things out with your ex-boyfriend's cousin? And what do you do if you're getting the ick from a boy and are nearly embarrassed to talk to anyone about him?

Hold My Drink: Christmas Special 2023 #115

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Disclaimer: This episode is not suitable for children! So parents, make sure you listen to this one alone!

It's the Hold My Drink Christmas Special and we are feeling fully festive! Charleen and Ellie make some Christmas cocktails and chat about Christmas traditions, and the best and worst presents they've ever received.

You sent in your Christmas dilemmas in this festive edition of Secrets From The Stalls, and the girls help with what to buy your boyfriend when it's your first Christmas together, getting re-gifted presents, and how to not ruin Christmas (or absolutely do) by drinking too much.

We hope your Christmas is wonderfully peaceful and thanks for listening to Hold My Drink this year!

EXTRA JUICE: "I brought up him ghosting me and his reply was 'I'm such a bad texter'.." #87

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000

We've got an update on a healthy relationship that broke up and were considering getting back together - did they?! You'll find out in this episode, as well as hearing brand new dilemmas too.

Can you forgive the boy you're seeing since June after he kissed someone else? Is the guy you ended up back in yours really just bad on his phone, or is there something he is hiding? And does your ex want to get back with you because he is calling and texting more often lately?

Charleen's Attack #114

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Warning: This episode contains conversations about violence and abuse.

Charleen speaks about her attack that happened in February 2023, that left her with stitches in her head and personal trauma.

If you are affected by anything spoken about in this episode, please visit www.womensaid.ie for support.

EXTRA JUICE: "It's been six week since he moved away and I've come to realise that I am madly in love with him..." #86

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000

We've got a listener engagement update in this episode! As well as new dilemmas to be answered!

Charleen and Ellie offer advice about how to get motivated to go the the gym. Will the boy that you were texting for over 3 years come back to you eventually, after he told you that it won't work out? And should one of our listeners get on the plane to America to tell the guy that she is in love with him too?

Love Island, Influencing and Rekindling Romance with Millie Grace Court and Liam Reardon #113

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000

This week, we are joined by the winners of Love Island Season 7, Millie Grace Court and Liam Reardon! Millie and Liam tell us about their lives before Love Island, reveal some villa secrets, and what it was like receiving instant fame after the show. They chat about the expectations and realities of influencing and talk about some of their new business ventures and career goals. Millie and Liam also tell us the goss about getting back together after their break-up last summer!

Charleen and Ellie answer dilemmas about how you can approach letting a boy know that you like him, and what to do when you feel like there's no one out there for you when you've been single all your life.

EXTRA JUICE: "I feel like he's picking the pub over me all the time..." #85

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000

In this week's bonus episode, Charleen and Ellie help with extra dilemmas from you! How do you get to the bottom of rumours that your boyfriend has cheated on you? How can you and your best friend have your normal friendship without her boyfriend storming out every time you're around? What do you do if you feel your boyfriend is making no effort in your relationship? And how do you approach your partner about rarely receiving compliments from them?

Hold My Drink LIVE at Vicar Street: 4th April 2023 #112

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

If you missed out on attending any of our recent live shows, this week's episode is sure to give you a taste of what you can expect from them - fun, surprises and plenty of drink!

Tuesday, 4th April 2023 LIVE at Vicar Street. We were thrilled to be joined by influencer, Sophie Murray and TikTok star, Kneevo as our special guests. The incredible Sean Phipps helped us out with a brand new segment called 'Hold My Sick'. We hosted Blind Date in a bid to find our good friend Jamie a lovely lady. And we answer dilemmas that have been sent to us by the audience!

EXTRA JUICE: "I need advice on how to get over someone I never dated..." #84

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

It's your extra fix of dilemmas in the week! Should you stop texting your ex-boyfriend when you know he doesn't want to get back together? Do you go on nights out and trips abroad with your boyfriend and his best friend who you have issues with? How do you deal with a super clingy and crying best friend on nights out? And how do you stop thinking about your colleague who's in a 4-year relationship with someone else?

Dating and Relationship Advice with Frances Kelleher: Part 2 #111

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Ireland's top dating and relationship expert, Frances Kelleher is back this week! Frances discusses how to put yourself out there to date, masculine vs feminine energy, arguments in relationships tips for doing long distance, plus so much more. Frances also helps out with some dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls, including whether to give your boyfriend a second chance after he has cheated on you, and should you compromise with your partner who doesn't want any more kids or to get married when you definitely do?

EXTRA JUICE: "My boyfriend confessed to me that he got with his sister's best friend..." #83

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

We've got an update from a previous dilemma, as well as advice from one listener to another regarding your partner interacting with escorts.

Charleen and Ellie advise whether you should try to get your friendships, or just let them drift away before you move abroad? And do you say something to your boyfriend about being put off that he got no grieve from his friends for getting with someone just before you, whereas you did get grieve from them?

Dating and Relationship Advice with Frances Kelleher #110

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Ireland's top dating and relationship expert, Frances Kelleher joins us this week to give advice on some of your dilemmas and questions to do with your own dates, situationships and relationships - from feeling clingy, how to master dating apps, to the perfect first date.

Frances also helped with your Secrets From The Stalls, including dealing with the feeling that you are going to be cheated on again in future relationships, advice on how to navigate a relationship with a housemate and not make it awkward for others living under the same roof, and should you get back with your boyfriend after a break?

You can get in touch with Frances through her website or on social media:

www.franceskellehercoaching.com

@franceskellehercoaching

EXTRA JUICE: "I asked whose number it was and he revealed it was an escort's number..." #82

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

This is our bonus episode where we get to answer even more of your dilemmas in the week! Is your boyfriend of 6+ years up to things with his co-worker whose been brought up a few times and he is spending a lot of time with recently? How can you get over a situationship? Do you split from your husband who has been trying to call an escort's number? And what do you do if you partner's friend keeps asking you really personal questions?

What's The Wildest Lie A Man Has Ever Told You?: Part 2 #109

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

We bring you Part 2 to one of the funniest episodes we've ever released - from takeaway receipts being found and leaving dates to go on a date with another girl, Instagram glitches, and pretending to leave the country to avoid your birthday, you share some of the WILDEST lies a man has ever told you!

Charleen and Ellie help with a dilemma about an ex-girlfriend who keeps following and unfollowing the listener's boyfriend on Instagram in a bid to get his attention. And should one male listener get back with his complicated ex-boyfriend after finding him on hookup apps twice before?

EXTRA JUICE: "I went through his phone and found a message and a missed call..." #81

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

It's dilemma time, and there are some tricky situations to delve into this week. What advice can be given to feel less lonely and anxious in college, when your friends are in a different college having a great time? Is your boyfriend not prioritising you anymore, and what can you do? How can you forgive your ex, open yourself back up to him and get back to where your relationship was before? And should you trust your partner of 8 years who never goes on nights out, but when he did once, he stayed out until 7am?

Charleen and Ellie: EXPOSED #108

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

To celebrate the 2nd Birthday of Hold My Drink, Charleen and Ellie are exposing each other - asking each other unfiltered and unapproved questions that they have to answer and spilling all the gossip on themselves - from favourite and least favourite ex boyfriends, biggest regrets in life, last time they lied and so much more!

The girls catch up on the live shows in Cork and Dublin - a big thanks to all of you who came, we hope you enjoyed it as much as us! And, of course, there's help with some tricky dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls.

EXTRA JUICE: "I was on Tinder recently and came across my ex-bestie's ex-situationship..." #80

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000

On this week's bonus episode, Charleen and Ellie help with a wedding dilemma - if your friends are fighting, do you just have a smaller wedding and not invite them to save you any headaches? How do you save a friendship after cancelling on and neglecting your best friend, to be with your boyfriend but without even realising you were doing it? Is the boy you're talking to interested in another girl because he is resharing her photos on VSCO? And is it okay to speak to and potentially get with your ex-best friend's ex-situationship?

Janoskians Fame, Mental Health Struggles and Sobriety with Beau Brooks #107

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Singer, actor and former YouTube star, Beau Brooks joins us this week. Beau chats to us about starting the Janoskians Youtube channel, their quick rise to international fame and the pros and cons that come with the stardom. He opens up about his own personal struggles as a result of the intense fame, including a battle with his mental health and addiction. Beau tells us about his sobriety and weight loss journey, and his decision to carve his career now all by himself.

Charleen and Beau have actually met before...10 years ago! You'll hear about that in Wait Til I Tell Ya (and check out @holdmydrinkpod on Instagram to see the recreation of their photo!) And the girls help with a friendship group dilemma in Secrets From The Stalls!

EXTRA JUICE: "We have an active sex life, so I'm not sure why he needs to look at porn..." #79

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

There are some tricky dilemmas to be answered in this bonus episode! Should you drop out of college when you're dreading it, or stick it out to see if it's just feelings around the early weeks? How do you cope with a breakup that you think happened because of your ex-boyfriend's mental health? And is your partner capable of changing their ways when they tend to take things too far on nights out?

The Realities of a Social Media Career #106

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

What are working hours like as influencer? Can you ever fully switch off from the online world? Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your work? And has your career had an impact on personal relationships in your life? This week, Charleen and Ellie discuss what having a career in social media is really life - the pros, the cons and the things you never thought about.

Charleen and Ellie help with a dilemma about a girl who is questioning whether she is a bad girlfriend for trying to persuade her boyfriend to go with his thoughts of getting braces. And it's live show week - we cannot wait to see you in Cork on Friday night, and Dublin on Saturday and Sunday night!

EXTRA JUICE: "I have been considering getting my boobs done for the longest time..." #78

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Ready for your extra helping of dilemmas? Charleen and Ellie give advice to a listener who's heart has been broken over a boy she knew in person for just 10 days but now lives abroad. How can you feel better about not getting any male attention? Why has the boy you've been seeing suddenly gone MIA in person, but is still texts you every day? And what are the pros and cons of a breast augmentation?

Becoming a DJ, Irish Crowds and Biggest Icks with Joel Corry #105

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Global superstar DJ and producer, Joel Corry joins us this week to chat about his new album, 'Another Friday Night', which is out now! Joel tells us about his DJ roots, the importance of music knowledge in his career, gigging festivals in Ireland and abroad, and his biggest ick and red flag.

Since it's a special episode with a special guest, we bring you an extended version of Secrets From The Stalls, which means we are getting to answer even more of your dilemmas! How do you get the confidence back to re-enter the dating world after a failed situationship? Is it bad to make more of an effort for your boyfriend's friend's girlfriends, than your own girlfriends? Can you look past your boyfriend making vulgar comments on a social media post 5 years ago? And do you stay or leave if your partner doesn't want marriage and kids, and you know you do?

EXTRA JUICE: "I feel guilty about thinking about my ex when I'm so happy..." #77

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Ready to hear some extra dilemmas? Is it disrespectful for your boyfriend to look up other girls on Instagram? Should you tell your ex's girlfriend that he cheated on her with you in an attempt to shut off communication with him for good? And is closure from an ex needed, even when you're in a loving, happy relationship now?

Desperate Things You've Done For Love #104

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week, we are talking about some of the crazy and desperate things that you’ve done for love, either to get someone's attention, to be with someone or in a bid to keep a partner. Charleen and Ellie tell their own, and our listeners share theirs, including wearing certain clothes, unfollowing people on social media, paying for things and lending money and so many more!

Ellie tells us about a viewing she had recently as her search for a house continues, and the girls Sip or Skip to getting with an ex's friend.

In Secrets From The Stalls, Charleen and Ellie help with a dilemma about wanting to confess feelings to a boy that you've friend-zoned in the past that says he's not interested in a relationship right now. And does the boy in work really fancy you?

EXTRA JUICE: "It's my biggest, darkest secret for 12 years now and nobody knows..." #76

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are here to answer some extra dilemmas in this week's bonus episode. Should you tell your boyfriend that you cheated on him 5 years ago, or keep living on being as happy as you both are? Why is your friend suddenly being off with you since coming back from your holiday? And should you wait for a man who you've been seeing for so long who you know deep down will never leave his girlfriend?

Nightlife Culture, The GOAT House Drama and Life As A DJ with Marty Guilfoyle #103

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

DJ and Radio Presenter, Marty Guilfoyle joins us this week to talk about nightlife culture. Is the drink and drugs scene prevalent in Ireland? Do people feel pressure to consume alcohol or drugs to enjoy a night out these days? What is the future for Irish night life with so many venues shutting down?

Marty also tells about the drama he found himself in surrounding the GOAT House, and goes through some of his experiences playing different venues at home and abroad as a DJ.

Trigger warning: This episode includes conversations around food, eating disorders, exercise and body confidence. It is discussed from 53:20 in our Secrets From The Stalls segment.

EXTRA JUICE: "Why do girls think it's okay to approach men who are in relationships?" #75

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Extra dilemmas? Extra Juice!

Charleen and Ellie help with advice on flirting when you feel like nobody will ever be interested in you. How do you help someone who can't see they need help with their anxiety and behaviour towards people? Should you feel worried about another girl catching your partner's eye? And should you wait for the man you're meeting to separate with his wife like he said he would, or are you just holding out false hope?

That's Just Girl Math! #102

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie talk Girl Math! These are the things that only add up for girls. Paying with cash vs card, returning online purchases, loyalty cards, hair washing days and much more.

Charleen explains the full story about how she got to sing with Rita Ora.

And in Secrets From The Stalls, the girls help with a dilemma about a girl who is wondering whether to let go of her ex who broke up with her because he couldn’t give her what she wants, or wait for him to sort out his past trauma. Plus, is it forgivable for your partner to forget your birthday, not one, but TWO YEARS in a row?!

EXTRA JUICE: "I found photos of him and his ex in a hotel room..." #74

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Ready to hear some bonus dilemmas? Charleen and Ellie are ready to answer them!

Should you continue to reach out to friends when they're not putting in effort to communicate while you're living abroad? Is going out in college overrated? And do you cut off a guy that is giving fear of commitment vibes, or try to navigate the chemistry?

What I Wish I Knew In My Teens #101

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

If you could go back in time and give your teenage self advice, what would it be? Charleen and Ellie discuss some things that they wish they knew in their teens, including advice about relationships and confidence. We also asked you to tell us what you would want to say to the younger you, including advice about peer pressure, dating, body image, school, friendships and much more.

Charleen's Wait Til I Tell You is a wholesome one this week, and both her and Ellie Sip or Skip to whether or not you should wait until your 20s for a serious relationship, so that you can enjoy your teenage years. The girls also answer some listener dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls, including whether you a guy you met while travelling during the summer really likes you or is just being nice, and what you should do if your boyfriend is being sketchy with his phone.

EXTRA JUICE: "I feel like he doesn't love me anymore..." #73

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

It's your extra fix of dilemmas in the week! Charleen and Ellie are giving advice to a boy who has outgrow his friends and wants to "bin them off as quickly as possible". Should you tell someone if your colleague is making sexual remarks to you in work, even when he says he's "joking"? And what should you do if your boyfriend is never the one to make plans with you anymore, or sometimes doesn't say he loves you back?

The 100th Episode ft. Kneevo, Sean Phipps...and Many Tears #100

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

It's the 100th episode of Hold My Drink! To celebrate, we've invited back two of our favourite guests - Kneevo and Sean Phipps! Kneevo tells us about her future on OnlyFans, her new business mindset and the turning point of her online career. Sean tells us about his upcoming move to Australia, being king of the roller discos and his new social media segment that he will start in Oz.

Producer Leanne has a mystery segment that leaves Charleen and Ellie in tears. The girls reminisce on the beginnings of the podcast, and even listen back to some clips from the very first episode.

Thank you for listening to 100 episodes of Hold My Drink. We are so incredibly grateful to you and happy to have this wonderful community of all of you. Here's to 100 more episodes <3

EXTRA JUICE: "I saw a post from a group I'm in called 'Are We Dating The Same Guy' and it was my Dad..." #72

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

We absolutely love getting updates from you about dilemmas we've answered, and we've got two updates this week!

Charleen and Ellie are answering some new dilemmas too. What do you say when you're soon-to-be mother-in-law all of a sudden wants to start getting involved with your life and is wanting to go baby and wedding shopping with you? How do you know if you need to stop putting effort into a friendship and let it just move on? And do you say something to your Dad after spotting him in a questionable Facebook group?

Let's Talk Sex with Jenny Keane #99

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Holistic sex educator, Jenny Keane (@hellojennykeane) joins us this week to talk all things sex - the importance of sex education, communication around pleasure, porn, sex drives and types of sex. Jenny answers some of your questions on the topic, including having a partner who has never had sex before, and experiencing pain during sex.

If you are headed to Electric Picnic this weekend, be sure to catch Hold My Drink LIVE on the podcast stage on Saturday, 2nd September from 6:15 - 7:15pm!

Our Cork and Wexford live shows are sold out. There are limited tickets left for our Vicar Street shows on Saturday, 21st and Sunday, 22nd October, which you can get now on ticketmaster.ie. There are also limited tickets left for our Limerick show on Thursday, 16th November, which you can get now on uch.ie or by phoning the UCH box office on (061) 331 549.

EXTRA JUICE: "Do I end things because of issues that won't affect us for a few years?" #71

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

We've got a very SPICY update from a listener - you're not ready for this!

Plus, there are fresh new dilemmas to answer! Should you break things off with a guy you really like because he's said he has commitment issues and doesn't believe in marriage? And what can you do for yourself when you feel lonely and that you have no friends in college?

Everything You Want To Know About Charleen: Part 2 #98

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

You asked, Charleen answered! This week, you are finding out everything you want to know about her, including her biggest regrets in life, happiest moment, her move out of home happening at the moment, if she changed as a person since her break with Dano and plenty more! Charleen and Ellie have exciting updates about the live shows in October, and they're also answering some of your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls - what should a girl do after being left alone by a friend who went to see a boy on holidays, and are your friends overreacting by saying your boyfriend is being possessive?

EXTRA JUICE: "He says he can't trust me on a night out anymore..." #70

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are answering some more of your dilemmas in this week's bonus episode! How do you trust that in time, things will work out between you and your ex when the love is still there for each other? What does it mean when someone who has blocked you on social media suddenly unblocks you? How can you try to build yourself back up after a broken situationship? Do you tell your co-worker that you've caught feelings for them? And what do you do when your boyfriend goes mad over a photograph of you and a male family friend?

What's On Your Bucket List? #97

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie deep dive into their bucket lists, and Charleen has definitely given this more thought than Ellie with a Bucket List BOOK! From travelling and fancy cars, to meeting celebrities, this bucket list book leaves nothing unturned! We also ask you to share some of the things on your bucket list too. In Secrets From The Stalls, the girls answer a dilemma about her boyfriend's ex who is still obsessed with him, and another about a girl who has gotten the ick for her friend!

EXTRA JUICE: "When it comes to having sex, I try and avoid it..." #69

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

We've got updates this week! Of course, there are also brand new dilemmas to be answered too. How do you go about starting a career in social media when you fear what others might think of you? Is it normal to dread moving abroad? And what do you do if your boyfriend is giving you the ick a lot lately?

Flashmobs, Touring and Mindsets with Cian Ducrot #96

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Singer-songwriter, Cian Ducrot joins us this week! Cian tells us about growing up in Cork, his school days, pursuing a career in music, the importance of believing in yourself, his ADHD diagnosis, his famous flashmobs, and touring with the one and only Ed Sheeran! There's also an impromptu songwriting session in this episode! In Secrets From The Stalls, Charleen and Ellie help with a dilemma from a girl who is unsure about rekindling things with her ex-boyfriend.

EXTRA JUICE: "Do I like Ben or did I just like the attention that I haven't been getting off Jake?" #68

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

It's your extra fix of dilemmas in the week and Charleen and Ellie are ready to give some advice! How do you have a conversation with your best friend about her "angry" and "possessive" boyfriend? What advice is there to build up the confidence to kiss? Should you stay with or leave your boyfriend when your relationship has changed a lot since moving abroad? And how can you feel good about yourself again since gaining weight?

Irish Goodbyes, Pre-Gig Nerves and Biggest Icks with Anne-Marie #95

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie are joined by singer-songwriter and lovely human, Anne-Marie! She chats about her new album 'Unhealthy' which is out now, playing in front of Irish crowds, the weirdest things people have thrown onstage at her gigs and her dream collaborations. We are also bringing you extended Secrets From The Stalls for this special episode! Why is the boy your seeing only staying over with you after he's had a few drinks? Do you tell your friend that you're getting red flags and bad vibes from her boyfriend? How do you go about cutting people out of your life when they've done nothing wrong? Why is the boy your seeing gone distant since you went on holidays together? And how do you put yourself out there to make new friends and meet somebody?

EXTRA JUICE: "My parents sat me down and said they were worried about me and my relationship..." #67

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

More dilemmas means more episodes! This week, Charleen and Ellie are helping with advice for a girl who is seeing someone that keeps getting with girls on nights out. Do you hold out for the guy you're speaking to everyday to break up with his fiancee? And should you take a job 4 hours away from your significant other in the same country, when you've already been doing long distance from another country?

Best Birthday(s) Ever #94

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

In the lead up to their birthdays next month, Charleen and Ellie are reminiscing on some of their best and worst birthdays. Do they celebrate every year with a party, or just the big birthdays, like 16, 18, 21 etc.? We also hear some of our listeners birthday stories - the good, the bad and the ugly! The girls are helping with some tricky dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls too. How do you break-up with your hairdresser? And should you be suspicious if your boyfriend's female colleague is ringing him at 4am?

EXTRA JUICE: "He has feelings for me and wants to leave his current girlfriend if I'd be with him..." #66

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

There's some tricky dilemmas to answer this week, but Charleen and Ellie are on hand with advice. Should a guy meet up with an ex-girlfriend for closure after 3 years, and when he wants to get possibly get back together with her? Do you break up with your partner if they're getting on your nerves a lot recently and you're not attracted to them anymore? And how can you shift the feeling of worry after your boyfriend (who previously told you he was bi-curious) tried to kiss one of his guy friends on a night out?

Sun, Sand and Suspicious Partners: Girls vs Lads Holidays #93

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Would you go on a girls or lads holiday if you were in a relationship? And would you be happy with your partner going on one either? Charleen and Ellie talk about Leaving Cert holidays, girls trips they've been on, and how girls and guys act on nights out abroad. They also chat about some of your worries when it comes to your other half going on a trip with friends, including the possibility of cheating, being encouraged to do bad things by friends and lack of communication with you. In Secrets From The Stalls, the girls answer a dilemma about a girl who can't stop thinking about a boy she met on holidays, despite being in a relationship at the moment. And is it okay for your boyfriend to "grab" your phone and snoop through your messages?

EXTRA JUICE: "How do I get this 'pretty privilege' comment out of my head?" #65

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

We've got updates from a girl about her brother's girlfriend making nasty comments towards her, and another about potentially needing a friendship breakup. Is "pretty privilege" a thing in certain industries and can it really be the reason for your success? What can you do when you feel like your sibling is spending more time with their partner and growing apart from you? And how do you know if you're boyfriend is really sexually attracted to you, or if there is just something wrong in the bedroom?

One-Sided Relationships #92

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

A one-sided relationship can be described as one where either you or your partner are giving more energy, time, effort and support than the other person. How do you know if you are in a one-sided relationship, why do people stay, and when should you leave it? Charleen and Ellie discuss and mention some of their own personal experiences of these types of relationships. The girls answer a dilemma about a girl who isn't sure if her work colleague is flirting with her, or just being friendly, and they also help to figure out when is the best time to introduce the person you're seeing to your family and friends. PLUS there is a NEW SEGMENT in this week's episode!

EXTRA JUICE: "I can't shake the feeling that her friends were secretly plotting against me the whole time..." #64

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

There are some tough dilemmas to answer in this week's bonus episode. Should you leave a situation with your ex now or give it a chance to see if he actually does what you ask of him? Why is your best friend distancing from you and not telling you important things going on in her life anymore? How do you bring up a conversation with your financé that you don't like the person he is when he's drinking? And should you keep texting the boy you really like that's moved away to Australia, or break it off now?

Dano On The Pod...Finally! #91

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

The long-awaited and highly-anticipated Dano Mandroiu is on the podcast this week! He chats about his professional footballer career and family life, as well as his relationship with Charleen - who starts and finishes arguments, icks about each other and whether Dano knew him and Charleen would get back together again?! Charleen and Ellie also help with advice for a few dilemmas. How can you move on from someone who you thought was the love of your life? And what should you do when your boyfriend doesn't say "I love you" back?

EXTRA JUICE: "3 weeks passed since the date and he never asked for another one..." #63

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

For the first time ever on our bonus episode, we've got a special guest to help answer your extra dilemmas alongside Charleen and Ellie! The wonderful Holly McAllister (@hollymcallisterrr) is here with some amazing advice, and also talks about some of her personal experiences, including her recent breakup. Do you keep reconnecting with the same person for a reason? How can you stop comparing every single person you're with to your previous situationship? And why has a boy that's gone to so much effort to find out about you suddenly started pulling back?

Defining and Rebranding Yourself #90

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie do a deep dive into rebranding and reinventing yourself - something the girls admit to having done a few times in the past. Do different groups of people see you differently? When is a rebrand most common? And if you feel the need to rebrand, what advice can be given to you? In Secrets From The Stalls, Charleen and Ellie give advice to a listener who is not getting good vibes from her best friend's boyfriend - should she say something to the friend? And would your ex have reached out by now if he wanted you back, or is he just stubborn?

EXTRA JUICE: "Some of these girls are out of my league and expect me to be experienced..." #62

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Some tricky dilemmas to be answered in this week's bonus episode. How can you prepare for a serious relationship when all your confidence comes from alcohol? Did you actually like the boy you met on a night out, or was it the potential you liked? Should you reach out to friends who aren't keeping in touch with you while you're living abroad? And why haven't you heard back from someone who said they wanted to plan a second date with you?

X Factor Drama, Music Careers and Finding Talent with Louis Walsh #89

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week, the music management legend, Louis Walsh, joins Charleen and Ellie on Hold My Drink. Louis gives us all the gossip on what the X Factor was really like behind the scenes, including the judges and contestants on it, and the formation of huge bands such as One Direction and JLS. He gives the reason why it's not on our TV screens anymore, and talks about if we could ever see another Irish talent show like You're A Star or Ireland's Got Talent again. Louis explains why some artists have great success in the music business, and why others may fail. He also reveals his upcoming projects, as well as some of his favourite stores and restaurants in Dublin! The girls are answering a dilemma about feeling guilty for outgrowing a friend in Secrets From The Stalls, and they also decide whether a popstar life would be for them!

EXTRA JUICE: "I can't help but think of his ex when doing things I know they've done..." #61

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

It's your extra fix of dilemmas in the week! On today's bonus episode, Charleen and Ellie help with advice for a girl who has found out her boyfriend has been cheating on her with his ex girlfriend for the past 2 years. Who should you go with when having to choose between two boys? And should you leave your relationship if your partner does not propose to you when you want them to so badly?

Let's Talk About Sex, Baby #88

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie are talking all things sex - from first times and self-confidence in the bedroom, to libidos and fetishes. The girls also answer some sex dilemmas for Secrets From The Stalls. How soon is too soon to have sex with someone you're seeing? How do you manage your partner having a low sex drive? And how can you shake the thoughts of your fiancé having slept with other people in the past?

EXTRA JUICE: "He doesn't see anything wrong with liking other girls photos..." #60

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are ready to answer some more of your dilemmas. Why has your boyfriend sudden changed from being clingy and wanting your love, to being slow at replying and not making plans with you? Are you "crazy" for feeling uncomfortable with the guy your seeing following other girls on social media? Should you do anything about the girl who seems to be a bit possessive over boys? And do you try to reach out to your friend again to see why she's stopped talking to you all of a sudden?

Dresses and Drama: The Debs #87

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie reminisce on their memories of The Debs - the dresses they wore, how they were asked or how they did the asking, the dreaded corsage moment and so much more. We also asked for your debs stories, and they are wild - from falling off horses, going with jealous exes and puking on / ripping dresses. The girls answer some of your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls. How do you react with an old flame sending a photo of them in bed with someone else, 2 days after you were together? And what should you say or do if your partner isn't making time for you?

EXTRA JUICE: "He tells me not to nag him over going out and calls it controlling..." #59

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

We've got updates in this bonus episode, and there may be tears shed. Charleen and Ellie also help out with a dilemma about a girlfriend who is tired of her boyfriend spending their only day together hungover. And is it worth going back to someone for just 4 months before they go away?

Travel Tales, Call Outs and Hidden Texts: A Catch-Up #86

Wed, 31 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Life's been busy lately, so this week, Charleen and Ellie are catching up - from Charleen's recent holiday to Barbados, to school days, and having to call out people being inappropriate. The girls are also getting the hang of the new segment, Word Association. But everyone's favourite segment is back, Secrets From The Stalls. Should you keep talking to someone, although you're going on a J1 this summer, or should you call it off now? And how can you set boundaries with the guy you're seeing and with his friends?

EXTRA JUICE: "I feel as if she is avoiding me because I am the only one who will pull her about her behaviour..." #58

Mon, 29 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

It's Ellie again helping out with your dilemmas this week. Should you cut off a friendship with someone you used to have a thing with? Have you wasted two years studying a college degree that you don't have a passion for? And why is your boyfriend lacking on communication every couple of weeks?

Everything You Want To Know About Ellie: Part 2 #85

Wed, 24 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

While Charleen is away, Producer Leanne is stepping in to ask Ellie all of the juicy questions that you want to know about her - from life goals and proudest achievements, to potential regrets about botox and fillers, her career as an influencer and, of course, mystery man. Ellie and Leanne are answering a few of your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls too. Should you tell your boy best friend that you've caught feelings for him? And how can you make friends when you don't drink alcohol?

EXTRA JUICE: "I'm scared to make a move incase it's not reciprocated..." #57

Mon, 22 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen is away this week, so Ellie is flying solo, but she's still offering some advice to help you with your dilemmas! Should you make a move for fear that they'll find someone else in the meantime? Why has news that a co-worker that you fancy sleeping with another co-worker triggered you into thinking about him now all of a sudden? How do you let someone know that a friendship is done for good? And how can you toughen up and adopt a "not giving a fuck" attitude?

Influencers, Money, and Social Media With Our Management #84

Wed, 17 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week, we are joined by Conor and Sarah from ICON Management to talk all things influencing, the work behind the job, what their management company is all about and the future of social media. We also ask them the juicy questions, including who out of Charleen and Ellie is harder to work with, and how do brand deals and influencer rates/fees work? Charleen tells us about her experience at a strip club in Amsterdam and there's a dilemma about a boyfriend who was accused of cheating that is phone and video calling another girl.

EXTRA JUICE: "I feel like I'm being gaslit into staying..." #56

Mon, 15 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

We've got even more of your Secrets From The Stalls to answer! Is the guy you're seeing just with you to get over his ex? How do you break up with someone you live with and still care about? Should you bring up the fact that your ex that you're seeing again is texting other girls on Snapchat? And how can you keep close to your best friend who is living abroad?

Unpopular Opinions #83

Wed, 10 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Money can buy you happiness?! Ketchup belongs in the fridge?! Friends is overrated?! Drinking is never worth it?! They are just some of the unpopular opinions that Charleen and Ellie are discussing on this week's episodes. There are lots to get through as sent in by you! The girls are answering some tricky dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls too. What advice can you take after being ghosted by a friend? And should tell someone you're talking to that you haven't lost your virginity?

EXTRA JUICE: "I'm the only single one out of all my friends..." #55

Mon, 08 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Keep your dilemmas coming in - we love to answer them in our bonus episodes every Monday! This week, Charleen and Ellie are giving advice as to how to deal with having little luck with anyone you start to catch feelings for. What should you do if you can't seem to get close to your boyfriend's friend's girlfriends? Should you wait and see if a counsellor will solve your partner's mental health issues, or will it just end up hurting you? And do you drop a friend who uses you as an emotional punching bag?

New Music, Skincare Routines and Biggest Icks with Niall Horan #82

Wed, 03 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie are chatting with the insanely talented and very lovely, Niall Horan! Niall chats about the inspiration behind his new single, 'Meltdown', and reveals what we can expect from his upcoming album, 'The Show', which is going to be released on June 9th. He also talks us through his drink of choice on a night out, his skincare routine, his favourite podcasts (asides from Hold My Drink, of course) and tells us his biggest ick and red flag. The girls are answering your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls. Should you hold out for a situationship that has drifted apart when you are a hopeless romantic? And is it unhealthy to not want your best friend to grow closer to another friend of yours?

EXTRA JUICE: "I don't think I lived my hot girl summer..." #54

Mon, 01 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

If you're in need of some advice, Charleen and Ellie are ready and waiting! How do you completely cut ties with a toxic friendship group when they won't leave you alone? Should your boyfriend's family member come between your futures? How can you save a relationship where your partner has completely distanced themselves from you? And have you made a mistake for leaving your boyfriend who doesn't want the same things as you?

She's Playing Hard To Get #81

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Have you ever played hard to get? How do you do it? Leaving messages unopened for a while, or not viewing their stories too quickly? Charleen and Ellie tell of times where they have played hard to get. They discuss whether it's a smooth move, or if and when it works at all. The girls are answering some tricky dilemmas this week. What should you do if your boyfriend has asked you to delete all your social media and stop going to the gym for fear that you'll cheat on him? Do you chase someone who's not bothered messaging you or meeting up with you again? And should you be worried about your partner sending flirty messages to someone that he's only met once before?

EXTRA JUICE: "I decided the best thing to do was get with his best friend..." #53

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

We've got lots more dilemmas to answer! Should you get back with someone who got with other people so soon after your break-up, or just let them go? Do you continue to text someone who has made no action to meet up with you again after your brilliant first date? How do you deal with your boyfriend's sister who uses you as a weapon? And what's the best thing you can do when you don't receive proper closure from someone you were seeing?

Am I The Asshole? #80

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

You know those situations that have made you question whether you are the asshole or not? You've sent Charleen and Ellie your scenarios to discuss this week! German Word of the Week has been officially retired (RIP) and replaced with a brand new, and very funny, segment. Sip or Skip is also on a break, so the girls debate on an interesting Would You Rather question in place! Secrets From The Stalls remains, as always. Do you go back to or bin the boy who's been looking up and meeting girls he was previously with? And how to you cope with seeing an old friend group doing things together after you were forced out of the group by one of them?

EXTRA JUICE: "Me and my two best friends had a foursome with our manager..." #52

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week, we've got an update on a previously answered dilemma about a friend's girlfriend keeping her away from a friend group. We hear some listener advice about people being approached by strangers in the gym. And, of course, fresh new dilemmas to help you out with. Once you fall out of love with someone, can you fall back in again? What do you do if your best friend has suddenly stopped talking to you for no particular reason? And is seeing your ex on dates making you think that you don't see a future with anyone else?

Going Back To An Ex...? #79

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Is it a good or bad idea to go back to an ex? Charleen and Ellie have very differing experiences and opinions on the topic, in which they discuss in this week's episode. They talk about whether they have regrets about either of their decisions, or if they would change anything about how they went about things in previous (or current) relationships. The girls are answering dilemmas about a boy who has suggested meeting up with a girl, but has ghosted her now. Another about a guy that is pretty much just a "pen-pal", and what can you do if you feel you don't have any best friends or a proper group of friends?

EXTRA JUICE: "I don't have someone that thinks of me as their first choice..." #51

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

There's updates, there's listener advice and, of course, there's brand new dilemmas in today's bonus episode. Should you move to Australia with your work "friend" who is showing red flags? What can you do if you feel as if you don't have a best friend within your friend group?

What Ordinary Things Have You Never Done? #78

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

IT'S LIVE SHOW DAY! But we still bring you a brand new episode of the podcast, where Charleen and Ellie discuss some very ordinary things that shockingly they (and you!) have never done before - from eating a Big Mac and braking bones, to having a cup or tea or having a boyfriend. The girls are answering some tricky dilemmas this week too. Should you wait around for a guy you really like and can't stop thinking about, although he broke up with you because of college? How do you stop comparing yourself to your other half's ex? And should you be anxious that your boyfriend now wants to go to nightclubs with his single friends and without you?

EXTRA JUICE: "He only tells me now about how he feels when he has a girlfriend..." #50

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

We've got updates! We've also got brand new dilemmas to help you out with! Should you give a past fling another chance, even though he's got a girlfriend and kids now? How do you put a stop to a guy texting your boyfriend lies about you? Where should you start with research about a nose job? And how do you find confidence in your relationship, even when your partner has never given you a reason to not trust them?

Are We Going To Be Roommates?! #77

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie have made some big-girl decisions this week - could the girls be moving out of home for the very first time? They talk about their longest time spent living away from their family house, lessons learned from their past experiences, their feelings about potentially moving out now and what they think they will be like as housemates. The girls are also helping out with your dilemmas. How do you become confident in yourself when chatting with boys and potentially meeting up with them? What should you do if your boyfriend has ghosted you for 13 days after an amazing Valentines? And should you tell your friend that she's not going to be a bridesmaid for your other friend, when she's been led to think that she is?

EXTRA JUICE: "My boyfriend won't text me on a night out at all..." #49

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Ready to hear some more dilemmas? Charleen and Ellie are ready to answer them! How should you feel about videos of "half-naked" girls appearing on your boyfriend's fyp as a result of his co-worker sending them to him? What should you do if your friends are making no effort to see you anymore? Is it materialistic to want a gift from your other half for your birthday, or should you absolutely expect to get something every year? And is the guy your seeing with someone else and trying to hide it from you?

Going Viral, the GOAT House and TikTok Drama with Lauren Whelan #76

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000

TikTok sensation, Lauren Whelan is this week's special guest on the podcast. Lauren has 1.6 million followers on TikTok and talks about when she began posting videos online and her first viral video on the platform. She also gives us the inside scoop about the infamous GOAT House, and reveals some TikTok drama she was involved in. Lauren also helps out with your dilemmas this week, alongside Charleen and Ellie. Why is your other half going quiet on text and calls in the lead up to coming home to see you? Should you call it quits with your long-term partner after finding out they've been texting other people? And what should you do or say if you found porn on your boyfriend's phone?

EXTRA JUICE: "My best friend got a boyfriend and has made little to no effort with me since then..." #48

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000

We've got updates! Always keep us posted if we answer your dilemma because we love to hear how your situation is working out! Of course, there's plenty of new dilemmas to help out with too this week. Should you believe the whole "he's not ready for a relationship" when you think he might be showing you otherwise? What do you do if your best friend is making no time or effort with you since getting a boyfriend? And how do you grieve over the loss of a pet?

Introducing...Mrs Kelly! #75

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000

No, Ellie hasn't gotten married. This week, we've got one of the most special guests we've ever had on the podcast before - Ellie's mam, Mrs Kelly! She spills the beans about Ellie as a child, her most memorable stories of their family, what she thinks of a career as an influencer and the secret to a long-lasting marraige. Mrs Kelly also helps us with some of your dilemmas, including what you should do if you're not really over someone who was never fully yours and should you trust someone with a "billy big bollox" attitude?

EXTRA JUICE: "This boy is known as a 'womaniser'..." #47

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Ready to hear some more dilemmas? Charleen and Ellie are ready to answer them! How do you confront a girl who's in your friend group but puts you down in every situation? Is it suspicious if the person you're seeing won't let you see his phone at all? Advice for when you're feeling lost and upset after a breakup? And is it a red flag if the guy you're dating only brings you to hotels and hasn't even told his mother about you?

Thirst Trapping #74

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000

What is a thirst trap? What kind of content is it, who posts it and who are they for? Charleen and Ellie discuss in this week's episode, and also reveal whether or not they have ever posted a thirst trap online and if they got their desired outcome from it. But is there also some toxicity in thirst trapping? As well as answering the thirst trapping questions, the girls are answering your dilemmas too. Is it okay for you to tell your friends everything about your partner? Do you keep pursuing a friendship with a someone who is never actively trying to uphold your conversations? And should you meet up with someone from Tinder when you are afraid they will get back with their ex if you don't?

EXTRA JUICE: "How do you set the boundary of just being friends?" #46

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000

We've got updates in this bonus episode! One is a shocking revelation! Of course, there are still plenty of new dilemmas to get through this week. How do you get over your ex breaking up with you out of the blue and disrespecting you? Is there anything to fix a controlling relationship? And what boundaries can you set with a friend so that you will remain friends only?

Conspiracies and Superstitions #73

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are talking about some of the most well-known conspiracies, and some of their own superstitions, from magpies, to black cats and more. Charleen received amazing news this week, so you'll hear about that. And, of course, there's dilemmas to be helped with. Do you say something if you're boy-friend's girlfriend doesn't seem to like you? Should your boyfriend still be doing accounts for his ex's sister? How do you deal with past resentment in your healed relationship? And should you forget someone who you isn't giving you the attention and communication that you need?

EXTRA JUICE: "Do guys find girls who shoot their shot hot?" #45

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are back to answer even more of your dilemmas this week! What do you do when you find out that your boy-friend has caught feelings for you, but he hasn't told you himself? Do you bring up your drunken night of fun to your work colleague who you might be into? And how do you bring up a tough conversation with your partner who's not ready to be a father yet, but you are pregnant?

Saving Hold My Drink | Chats with GK Barry #72

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

When two podcasts collide! The hilarious Grace Keeling, aka GK Barry from the Saving Grace Podcast is our very special guest this week! Grace talks about going viral on TikTok during lockdown, starting a podcast (which she didn't want to do), her favourite guests and dealing with trolls online. She also tries to pronounce Irish names, which goes...well, you'll hear for yourself. Grace gives her honest advice as she helps Charleen and Ellie with your Secrets From The Stalls? Should you let your brother's girlfriend (who you really don't think) come on a family holiday to visit you in Australia? Is your relationship just routine and toxic? And has your latex-loving boyfriend just become the biggest walking red flag?

EXTRA JUICE: "My ex has gotten back in touch with me, but I'm afraid it's just a booty call..." #44

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Ellie and Sean are answering some extra dilemmas this week! Should you quit the job that you thought was your dream career? Do you confront the girl who drunkenly told you that she had slept with your boyfriend? How can you get your "mammy's boy" boyfriend to start doing things for himself? And how can you be more confident in the bedroom?

Sean's Been Swindled by Ellie #71

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Wondering why this episode is out earlier than usual? It's because the presale for our live show in Vicar Street, Dublin on Tuesday, 4th of April is ON HAPPENING NOW! General sale will be happening this Friday, 17th of February, so make sure you get your tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment! This week, the wonderful Sean Phipps co-hosts with Ellie to talk about things that feel illegal, but aren't. Walking around barefoot, chewing loudly, clapping when the plane lands, mayonnaise...the list seems to go on. Sean is also helping Ellie give advice to a few of your dilemmas. Should you break up with your boyfriend when he's done nothing wrong, but you feel like you need time on your own? Is the boy with the girlfriend really flirting with you? And why is your supposed best friend acting sly and making remarks towards you all of a sudden?

EXTRA JUICE: "It worried me how he was still lying, even though I knew the truth..." #43

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

The dilemmas keep coming, and Charleen and Ellie keep helping! On this episode, we give some advice on how to get over your ex who dumped you out of nowhere. Should you confront your friends if you think they are not making an effort to see you when you're living abroad? How do you deal with your in-denial boyfriend who's been looking up girls in lingerie outfits on Instagram? What should you do if your partner if a few chapters ahead of you in life, and you feel like they want you to catch up? And hear some advice for going through a raw breakup.

The Valentines Bible #70

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Do you need to ask someone to be your Valentine? If you're only seeing someone recently, do you get them something for Valentines Day? What are some gift ideas for your significant other to mark the occasion? What is a good date idea? Should you post about it on social media? Or is Valentines just a load of commercial nonsense? Charleen and Ellie are discussing all things Valentines (and Galentines) this week! We are also helping out with your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls. This week, it's advice for a girl who's boyfriend got her best friend pregnant, and what do to if your partner is always too tired to have sex?

EXTRA JUICE: "I feel as if I am toxic in my relationship...." #42

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

*Trigger warning: There are mentions of sexual assault in this episode* We've got more updates this week! Of course, there are new dilemmas that Charleen and Ellie are helping you out with too. What advice do you need to hear if your self-confidence is ruined and you feel like you will never trust again? Are you being toxic in your relationship? And is it okay to feel annoyed about your partner lying about losing their virginity?

Touring, Fan Stories and Death Row Meals with New Rules #69

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

This week, we are joined by the lovely and super talented band, New Rules. Nathan, Alec and Ryan talk about the origins of the group, life in the band, song-writing, fan mail, icks, red flags and so much more. You can find them on social media @newrules (or @newrulestweets on Twitter). Charleen and Ellie help out with a dilemma about a "friend" pushing you out of your group, and advice for a girl who found out her boyfriend was cheating on her via an Instagram DM from a random person.

EXTRA JUICE: "Do I reach out to him because in my head, he was my soulmate?" #41

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

As much as giving advice to your dilemmas, we LOVE hearing updates, and there's three updates today! Disclaimer: one of them may or may not have made Charleen and Ellie cry... This week, the girls are helping out a girl who feels like she's missing out on opportunities because her boyfriend does not want to go on holidays because they are "not worth it". Should you give your ex the time to better himself and get back to the old him, or should you stop romanticising his potential and accept that things will never be the same? And how do you deal with a really bad texter?

Lucky Girl Syndrome #68

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

This new TikTok trend is "the belief that you can attract good things into your life by asserting that you deserve them and that assuming you are lucky will bring you good fortune". But is it a load of waffle or is it a real thing? Charleen and Ellie talk about 'Lucky Girl Syndrome', how it is practiced and what it can do for you, and we hear some of your opinions on this new manifestation trend. In Secrets From The Stalls, the girls help out with advice for a girl who is with her boyfriend for 5 years, but keeps thinking back to an old fling. How do you bring up the "what are we" conversation to the person you're seeing? And should you reach out to the guy who told you he wanted a relationship with you, but then it turned out that he was in it for the sex?

EXTRA JUICE: "I am terrified to let my guard down and become serious with anyone..." #40

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

It's that time of the week, where Charleen and Ellie help out with answering even more of your dilemmas! How do you tell your boyfriend that his mother is too involved in your relationship? Do boys come clean about cheating or do you have to investigate into it? What can you do to open yourself up for a relationship when you're scared of the heartbreak it might bring? And is your personal trainer the person that a medium told you that you would meet?

First Times, Birth Control and Shaving: Your 'Big Sister' Questions Answered #67

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

There's lots of questions that we all have but you don't know who to ask or where to go to find the answers. They are the questions that you might feel awkward or scared to ask, or think that you should already know the answer to, so you don't ask at all. That is what this episode is for! From birth control, tampons, and shaving to first time doing the deed, consider Charleen and Ellie your 'big sisters' to answer your questions! Not only are the girls answering these questions, but, as always, they are also answering your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls. What can you do if you think that guys see you as "easy" to get with, and you're not making any real connections with anyone? Should you confront your boyfriend if he's following and storing content from provocative accounts on social media? And is it time to hand in your notice if you're hating your job, but it's keeping you there for experience and money?

EXTRA JUICE: "Do you think that it's strange for a girl to be older than a boy in a relationship?" #39

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

We're deep-diving into more of your dilemmas on today's bonus episode! How do you tell your friends that they need to start paying for services that you're providing as part of your business? What should you do if your boyfriend is making no effort to see you or to prioritize your relationship? And should you stick it out with a boy that keeps blowing hot and cold a lot, or just cut all contact and move on?

Dry January...But Forever?! #66

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

The girls mentioned Dry January as a potential New Year's Resolution on last week's episode. Charleen is determined to complete it. Ellie, not so much. Our producer, Leanne is on to talk about the fact that she has NEVER DRANK in her life, her reasons why and how she can go on nights out and to social events without alcohol. If you are attempting Dry January right now, or are still wanting to give it a go, the girls have some tips on how you can successfully complete it! Also on this episode, Charleen tells all about her exciting news (which you may have seen on Instagram)! There are dilemmas to be answered, as always, in Secrets From The Stalls. Should you stay friends with your ex-boyfriend got with another girl in the same college course as you? And do you cut contact with the person who dumped you out of the blue, or do you try to fight for what you once had?

EXTRA JUICE: "How do I ask him to start dating, but also tell him there's no pressure for a relationship?" #38

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Let's jump straight into some extra dilemmas for this week's bonus episode! Is there a reason why you and your sneaky link seem to keep coming back to each other? Should you give your partner another chance, even when you're family won't accept him again? And do you slowly remove yourself from your friend group if they are not making an effort to keep the friendship up now that you've moved abroad?

New Year's Resolutions #65

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

It may be a New Year, but it's still your favourite girls on your favourite pod, ready for a big 2023! Charleen and Ellie are chatting through the New Year's Resolutions that they have made for this year, and deciding which of them they actually think they'll stick to - from career goals, to personal improvements and buying a house?! There's plenty to digest in this episode. It's also a New Year but the same favourite segment of Secrets From The Stalls, and there's already plenty of dilemmas to help out with. Should you let your boyfriend go on a course holiday, when a girl he's gotten with in the past will be on the same trip? If an old flame keeps texting and flirting with you, should you send screenshots of the messages to his current girlfriend? And how can you feel good within yourself when you feel like you're constantly the 'single friend'?

EXTRA JUICE: "I never thought that's how he would act after a breakup..." #37

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

New Year? New dilemmas! Should you continue dating a guy from Tinder if he's still seeing other people after you've have 6+ dates together? Is there any point in continuing to invite the girl who never shows? And do you have a valid reason to not get back together with your ex after you both handled your breakup so differently?

Red Flag or Green Flag? #64

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

We LOVE talking red flags, but sometimes, certain things can actually be green flags. Other times, it can be difficult to differentiate the two, so this week, Charleen and Ellie are helping you to navigate the two! Liking other girls Instagram photos, when he's a mommy's boy, when they're rude to a waiter, when he buys you flowers, when they post very often on social media...are these red flags or green flags to you? Find out what the girls had to say in this episode. There are some dilemmas that need answering this week in Secrets From The Stalls. Should you keep trying for a friendship when your friends are leaving you out of things since getting with your boyfriend? Has the fella you were talking to actually split with his girlfriend (after he told you he was going to), or was it a cop out to try and cheat on her but keep it a secret? And what should you do if your boyfriend says he needs to to himself "to find himself again"?

EXTRA JUICE: "It feels like he has 'our' life planned out already, without considering what I want..." #36

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

It's the days between Christmas and New Years now, where you don't know what day it is, what time it is, or who you are anymore. What better way to keep the brains active than hearing and helping with some juicy dilemmas? Should you stay friends with a girl who's pushing you away from a friend group you introduced her to? What's the best advice if you are your siblings don't have a good relationship at all? And does it mean something when you find yourself attracted to a guy in your course, as you admit that your current relationship is boring?

Hold My Drink's Christmas Crackers #63

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

This week it's our Christmas Special, and we are playing a game called 'Hold My Drink's Christmas Crackers'! There are 12 Christmas crackers that Charleen and Ellie have to pull, and whoever draws the shorter side has to pick a mystery card to answer - it could be a question to answer, a truth to reveal, a dare to do - and the girls have no idea what they could be! Even though it's the most wonderful time of the year, there are still plenty of your dilemmas that need answering. Do you wait for the boy you're texting to ask you out or how could you hint it yourself? How do you handle the feeling that nothing is going well for you in life right now? What do you do if your best friend's ex keeps trying to contact her after he got blocked? And should you resort to hacking the phone of the guy you're seeing if you don't trust him?

EXTRA JUICE: "I have never had a boyfriend or a 'thing' with anyone...is that strange?" #35

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Ready to hear even more Secrets From The Stalls this week? Charleen and Ellie are ready to answer! Should you call out a friend after she painted you out to be a bad person, but you know she will have an answer back? How can you have confidence doing you're own thing and not suffering with FOMO, when all your friends are going out and partying? And is the reason why you were ghosted to do with a problem the boy you were talking to had within himself, or was he not attracted to you all along?

Projects, Personal Lives and Soft Launches: A Catch-Up Q&A #62

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Between trips away and projects, It's been a while since Charleen and Ellie have sat down, chatted and answered some of your questions. Also, we've realised that the girls have done individual Q&As, but never one together on the podcast - so here you go! Get ready to hear about their favourite guests so far, best holiday ever, Ellie's house-hunting update and a potential soft launch of a "bae-friend" from over the weekend? It's a busy episode for Charleen and Ellie, as they are also answering your dilemmas. Do you tell the girlfriend of a man who's trying to chat you up? Should you be worried about your boyfriend *potentially* having messaged his ex on Snapchat? And is it "normal" to go through phases of feeling off in your relationship?

EXTRA JUICE: "We've been secretly together for 6 years and he still hasn't come out..." #34

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Our weekly bonus episode is the place to get your extra fix of the podcast. It's also the place where Charleen and Ellie get to help out with more dilemmas, because there are LOADS to get through each week! On this episode, what should you do it you're finding college really stressful? How do you bring up the conversation about the lack of intimacy in your relationship with your boyfriend? And do you have feelings for your boyfriend's best friend now?

What's The Wildest Lie A Man Has Ever Told You? #61

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

This is an episode dedicated to the Swindlers and Spoofers. Ladies, what is the wildest lie a man has ever told you? We got you to send in yours...from pretending his child is his sibling, to getting chlamydia from a sunbed, these lies are INSANE. Charleen and Ellie help out with some of your dilemmas for Secrets From The Stalls. Should you be concerned about your boyfriend following lingerie models on social media? Are you "too protective" over your friends and partners by mistaking chatting for cheating? Which should you choose in a sticky situation, your friend's feelings or your boyfriend's feelings? And how do you deal with your partner telling you constant white lies?

EXTRA JUICE: "I went through his phone and found tons of messages with multiple girls..." #33

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

It's time to dive head-first into some of your dilemmas, in the hopes of helping you out with them! Should you message the guy that's moved abroad when you left things on pretty bad terms? Has your boyfriend not had enough time to be single since his last relationship? How should you react if your partner calls you their ex's name? And is your boyfriend's bad headspace a valid excuse for messaging other girls?

Cuffing Season and Winter Boyfriends #60

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

The mornings are darker, the evenings are longer, the weather is colder, which means cuffing season is officially here! If you've never heard of the term before, you'll find out all about what "cuffing" is, what is involves and why it happens. Cuffing can ultimately lead to a winter boyfriend, another concept we chat about this week. Charleen and Ellie are filling you in on their recent travels to New York. Finally, there are some sticky dilemmas to try help out with. What do you do if your partner is making no effort in your relationship? How do you approach a friend that doesn't make time for you since getting a boyfriend? And should you stick out seeing a guy just because he's nice, but you're not sure if you're feeling it?

EXTRA JUICE: "Our only method of contact is Snapchat..." #32

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are ready to answer some extra dilemmas on this week's bonus episode! How can you make friends as an adult? What to do if your views on life are different to your partners and you keep having the same arguments over again? Do you confront your boyfriend for putting photos of him and his ex back up on Instagram? And should you tell your best friend's brother that you have feelings for him when he's in a relationship?

The Top-Secret NYC Mission #59

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are going undercover to pull off a big surprise for one of their best friends, Caoimhe, in New York City. They talk about how they are hoping to pull it off and the feelings that come with surprising something. The girls also talk about surprises that have been done for them in the past, and surprises they would like done for them in the future - babies, dogs, engagements...! There's another boot disaster in Wait Til I Tell You, as well as a public plea from Charleen to find her missing ring. We've also got plenty of dilemmas to help out with - how to approach a friend giving you the cold shoulder for no reason? Should you get back together with your ex who seems to have grown up in your time apart, but where you still have reservations? And is a German man really THAT intense, or is it just the German culture?

EXTRA JUICE: "How do I get the courage to end my relationship when nothing is wrong?" #31

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

We love answering your dilemmas, so keep them coming in. On this week's bonus episode, there's some tricky situations that Charleen and Ellie are helping out with. Do you try to get back together with your partner after cheating on them? Would somebody having chlamydia turn you off them? And is being drunk and stupid an excuse for night-out behavior with the lads?

Red Flags of Abuse in Relationships with Women's Aid #58

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

*Trigger warning: There are conversations around abuse in this episode* 1 in 5 young women aged 18-25 have been subjected to abuse by a current or former male partner, and 1 in 3 of them never told anyone about the abuse. Because we know that a huge number of you that listen to Hold My Drink are within this bracket, we want to raise awareness and spread the word about supports that are available, so you don't have to suffer in silence. We are kindly joined by Mary Hayes of Women's Aid for a really important conversation about spotting the signs of abuse in relationships. Mary talks to us about how abuse happens and what you can do if you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship. She explains the different forms of abuse, such as gaslighting and love-bombing. Mary also speaks about Women's Aid's new campaign, #TooIntoYou. Chat to Women’s Aid and take the relationship quiz at toointoyou.ie If you are affected by anything you have heard on this episode, you can call the Women’s Aid 24hr National freephone helpline on 1800 341 900 or chat online at toointoyou.ie for information and support. As well as this conversation, Charleen and Ellie are answering your Secrets From The Stalls - how do you unfriend someone without the drama? Should you trust a random text message saying that your boyfriend has cheated on you? And what to do if your partner's parents heard you having sex in their house?"

EXTRA JUICE: "I feel that my confidence in the bedroom has gone downhill..." #30

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 19:00:00 +0000

Ever wanted to know what Charleen and Ellie would name their OnlyFans? Well, you'll find out in this episode. You'll also hear some extra dilemmas answered. Should you try to hold onto a fading talking stage? Are you right to consider getting back with an ex that got with your sister since your break-up?

Hold My Drink LIVE at Liberty Hall: Night One #57

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Since it is Hold My Drink Live Show week, we want to give you a listen to our very first live show EVER! Wednesday, 24th August 2022 at Liberty Hall in Dublin. You'll hear all your favourite segments like Wait Til I Tell You, German Word of the Week, Secrets From The Stalls, and Sip or Skip. You'll meet some very special guests like Aoibh and Bla Murphy and Protein Bor King himself, James Doyle. And you'll also have some SERIOUS FOMO if you weren't there! See you at the next live show!!

EXTRA JUICE: "Am I crazy to think he is the one stalking me?" #29

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

We always ask for your updates when we answer your Secrets From The Stalls, and today, we've got that, as well as a mad dating story! Charleen and Ellie are still answering some more of your dilemmas - is your ex stalking you via his mam's Instagram? And should you go for the guy that's been waiting for you for years, that is promising you all the things your current boyfriend isn't doing for you right now?

Feeling Confident In Your Clothes #56

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are chatting clothes and style in this episode. How would they describe their own styles and how have their styles evolved over the years? The girls give some advice on how to feel confident in your clothes and how to deal with people's comments or opinions about the clothes you wear. There are also some of your dilemmas to be answered. Is it a red flag for the guy your seeing to bring up decisions you made in the past when you weren't together, but you never mention any of his mistakes? What should you do if your best friend is drifting away from you for no reason? And should you distance yourself from your friends who don't like the boy your seeing?

EXTRA JUICE: "How do you move on from someone you still love and see a future with?" #28

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie have recruited some additional help for your Secrets From The Stalls this week. It's Emma and Amanda from last week's main episode - you can listen back to that after this! The girls are giving some pretty big advice to you in this episode. How do you deal with your boyfriend's brother's belittling girlfriend? Should you pursue something with a boy, where you both have a strong connection, but he still has a girlfriend? How do you move on from someone who hasn't technically done anything wrong? And are you wasting your time on a guy that won't commit or put a label on your relationship?

Dealing with Grief #55

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, there are conversations about suicide, death and grief. If you are affected by anything you hear, we would advise you to seek professional help. Charleen and Ellie are joined by Emma Smyth and Amanda Dunne for an open and honest conversation about Kevin. Kevin lost his life to suicide in June 2021. Emma was Kevin's girlfriend, and Amanda was his sister. They tell us about Kevin - who he was, his love for his family, and his hard-working nature. They speak about the heartbreak they faced when he passed away, what it is like to cope with the ever-changing dealing of grief, and how they get through each day after a loss to suicide. If you are feeling down or having dark thoughts, Emma and Amanda's advice is to hold on - for another day, for the people that love you, and for yourself, most importantly. When you are at rock bottom, they only way is up and things will get better. Contact Samaritans Ireland, available 24/7 on 116 123

EXTRA JUICE: "I'm debating to make the move myself, but I'm not even sure he's single..." #27

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Got a dilemma? Charleen and Ellie have some advice for you in our bonus episode! Should you keep trying to text the guy you're seeing if he's ghosting you? Do you stick out your well-paid job when you're not clicking with your colleagues? How can you make the move on a stranger? And should you explore 'the one who got away', even though you're in a relationship for the last 6 years?

Sky-High Standards #54

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

What are your standards when it comes to relationships? What must you have in a partner, and what can you absolutely not tolerate from your other half? Charleen and Ellie are talking standards this week, including their own from previous relationships, to the standards they have now from life experiences. We asked you to tell us your standards, which the girls discuss. There's also some dilemmas to be answered - do you tell your sneaky link you want to be something more? Is the boy your seeing hiding something (or someone from you) by how he's acting? And should you confront the lad you've been seeing on and off about your relationship that's not a relationship?

EXTRA JUICE: "I'm fighting to be loved and he doesn't care" #26

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Ready for your extra fix of dilemmas? Charleen and Ellie are ready to answer them! What does a boy need to do to impress girls? How do you approach a conversation with your partner about the importance of sex in your relationship? Should you stay with or leave your boyfriend if he's pushing you away as of recent? And how should you feel if your boyfriend is Snapchatting random girls out of 'boredom'?

Growing Up #53

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie reminisce on their childhoods, from school days, to first experiences with social media, and navigating career ideas. Ellie also shares some very exciting news in Wait Til I Tell Ya. The girls are ready to answer some of your dilemmas, as always, such as feeling like a walk over within your friend group, and feelings around your boyfriend still following his ex and her family online.

EXTRA JUICE: "He doesn't want to break the Bro Code" #25

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Ready to hear some more dilemmas? Charleen and Ellie are ready to answer them! How do you put your mind at ease getting back together with your ex after he lied to you? Why can't you shake feelings for a boy you didn't even meet, even though you are both in separate relationships now? And should you date different boys in the same friend group?

Happy 1st Birthday, Hold My Drink! #52

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 11:10:00 +0000

We are celebrating one whole year of Hold My Drink this week, and what better way to commemorate the occasion than a good old-fashioned game of Say It or Shot It?! Playing the game alongside Charleen and Ellie is our birthday guest, the one and only Sean Phipps. The girls are also answering your dilemmas, including your boyfriend planning on breaking your relationship off as soon as he goes to college, and is going back to your ex after nights out a good idea? Finally, Charleen and Ellie are reminiscing on the last 12 months of our special podcast and looking forward to the next 12 months by doing a time capsule! Thank you all for a wonderful year of Hold My Drink, we are so grateful to you all x

EXTRA JUICE: "Maybe he's assuming we're official, but I'd still like him to ask" #24

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Here's your extra fix of Charleen and Ellie in the week, and the girls are ready to answer your dilemmas! Should you let the boy you've been talking to come visit you abroad when you don't feel ready for a relationship? What to do if a married with kids co-worker is flirting with you? And should you trust your boyfriend after finding out he's been lying to you during your entire relationship?

Dating Do's and Don'ts #51

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are talking all things dating on this week's episode - their first dates, their worst dates, and their dream dates. The girls are also trying to figure out some of the "rules" that comes with dating, like how long do you wait to text them afterwards, and can you date multiple people at once? You've also sent in your dilemmas for Charleen and Ellie to help out with, such as struggling with not having girl friends, and what to do if you are still madly in love with your ex and think he might be the one?!

EXTRA JUICE: "Imitation is the highest form of flattery..." #23

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

We're going deep into your dilemmas on this week's bonus episode. How do you find your place in the world again after the loss of a loved one? Were you right to forgive your boyfriend for sleeping with other people during your 'break' while you dealt with personal issues? And are you a bad girlfriend for feeling attracted to other men?

Back to School #50

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

We're going down memory lane this week to the best days of your life (or are they?!) Charleen and Ellie reminisce about their school days, the uniforms, mitching, young love and everything in between. You are also sharing some of your favourite school memories - Alive-O, Blackberry and Samsung Pings, Lunchables and lots more! The girls are on hand as always to answer some of your dilemmas, including how to get over a boy you never dated, and is it normal for your boyfriend to look at other girls while with you in public?

EXTRA JUICE: "Is it normal for me to not know my boyfriend's passcode on his phone when he knows mine?"#22

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Ready to hear some more dilemmas? Charleen and Ellie are ready to answer them! How do you deal with the girl friend of your boyfriend who keeps flirting with him and making comments at you? Do you break-up with your partner if you can't take his difficult family anymore? And how to get back to the world of flirting and dating after ending a 'situationship'?

Courses, Cardigans and Crying: College Talk #49

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Disclaimer: This episode features tears from both Charleen and Ellie, but it's not to do with the theme - that theme is starting and going back to college. The girls talk about their own experiences of their courses, dropping out, restarting a new course, balancing work and life in education and everything in between. And we hear about Charleen's confrontation with one of her teachers in Germany. As always, your dilemmas are answered, including what to do if your boyfriend has sent and received from another girl when you were fighting with each other, and how should you deal with your boyfriend breaking up with you the day before a family member's wedding?

EXTRA JUICE: "My partner has a child from a previous relationship, but her mum is so heavily involved in my current relationship..." #21

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie return to answer more of your dilemmas on this week's bonus episode. Do you pack up and move to Australia, or try to rekindle things with your ex-fianceé? And what to do and say if your relationship with your boyfriend of 3 years has gone downhill since you came back from your holidays together?

Building a Fashion Business and Acting Career with Arianna Ajtar #48

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

We have a special guest on this week's episode - Founder & Director of Mars The Label and actress, Arianna Ajtar! She talks all about building her business from the age of 19, balancing work, life and love, and how she got a role in Coronation Street. Arianna also helps with your dilemmas alongside Charleen and Ellie, including how to deal with your boyfriend being rude to people, and should you start OnlyFans if you're strapped for cash?

EXTRA JUICE: "My boyfriend is going to a festival with his boys. Is it normal to feel nervous?" #20

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

There are more of your dilemmas to answer, and Charleen and Ellie are on hand to do exactly that for this week's bonus episode. How do you deal with the fear of being alone after a break-up, and still feeling reliant on your ex? What is the honeymoon phase, and should your friends be using it as an excuse for why your relationship is going well?

OnlyFans, TikTok and Surgery with Kneevo #47

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

There's a special guest on this week's episode - it's OnlyFans creator and social media personality, Kneevo! She chats about her journey creating adult content, online hate, TikTok trolls and having surgery. She also helps to answer some of your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls, including how to find yourself after getting out of a long-term relationship, and what to do if you feel you want your ex back. As well as that, you'll get to hear Ellie's Wait 'Til I Tell You story from last week's live show at Liberty Hall!

EXTRA JUICE: "When we meet up, it's perfect, but when we're not together, I don't hear from him..." #19

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are answering more of your dilemmas in this week's bonus episode. What should you do if the boy you were seeing has decided to go back to his ex, but still texts you all day, every day? How to feel if your boyfriend won't introduce you to his mother and doesn't like sleeping in the same bed as you? And how do you stop beating yourself up over past mistakes?

Break Up-Date #46

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

It's been two months since The Break Up episode, so this week, Charleen and Ellie are updating you on how they are feeling since then, and what they've learned about the break up process. Charleen ended up in hospital last week, and fills you in on the horror for Wait 'Til I Tell Ya. The girls are also answering your Secrets From The Stalls. What to do if your boyfriend is getting overly defensive when arguing? And how to tell a boy that you're not into him as he's giving you "major ick" vibes?

EXTRA JUICE: "Is an 11 year age gap too much?" #18

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Ellie's sister, Caoimhe, was so good with advice on last week's episode, we decided to keep her around for your bonus episode of Hold My Drink. Ellie and Caoimhe help you with more of your dilemmas like, how do you play things cool when the boy you've seen (and that you really like) is a slow texter? Was he overdramatic for breaking up with you, just because you said another man looked good? And do all girls feel pressured into looking the same nowadays?

Keeping Up With The Kellys #45

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Subbing in for Charleen this week is Ellie's big sis, Caoimhe! We get to know all about her and life in the Kelly household, including hearing some of their favourite childhood stories, their worst fights and biggest pet peeves of each other. Caoimhe also helps us with your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls - how to deal with nasty online comments, what should you do if your boyfriend is watching videos of him and his ex, and do you tell someone if another person has spoken badly about you?

EXTRA JUICE: "How can you tell if a guy is genuine, or just going to f*ck you over?" #17

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

In this week's bonus episode, Charleen and Ellie are answering some extra Secrets From The Stalls. What do you do if your boyfriend wants to be exclusive again after asking for an open relationship? How do you deal with a constant cycle of small arguments with your partner? And is 'right person, wrong time' a real thing?

The Fantastic Four #44

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:05:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie's best friends, Caoimhe and Nickela are on this week's episode, and they are spilling the beans on the girls. From sharing drinking stories, to talking about their exes and everything in between. The four help to answer some of your Secrets From The Stalls, including how to confront your friend who is seeing a married man, and dealing with the thoughts of your fiancé not wanting marriage or kids.

EXTRA JUICE: "My boyfriend left me 2 weeks after looking at engagement rings..." #16

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 11:05:00 +0000

There's plenty of extra dilemmas in this week's bonus episode, and Charleen and Ellie are on hand to help you out with some of them. How do you ask your friend if she is back seeing her ex-boyfriend? What should you do if you've caught feelings for your friends-with-benefits, and they have too? And how do you deal with feelings that your partner isn't into you anymore?

Hangover Tales and Tips #43

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

What's the worst hangover you have ever experienced? Charleen and Ellie share their own stories - everything from hospitals, house parties and hanxiety. The girls also have some helpful tips on how to combat a hangover. We've got your dilemmas help in Secrets From The Stalls. What to do if you feel your co-worker is your soulmate, but you don't want to overstep a boundary with your boyfriend? How to feel if your boyfriend tells you that he is bi-curious? And what can you do if you have a low sex drive, but your partner has a high sex drive?

EXTRA JUICE: "My boyfriend's dad calls me the wrong names..." #15

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Ready to hear more Secrets From The Stalls? Charleen and Ellie are ready to answer! Should you let things fizzle out with a boy you've met once and won't see again for 10 weeks? How should you feel if your boyfriend's friend's girlfriend doesn't like you? What do you do if your boyfriend hasn't made up for a really bad mistake he has made? And facing the fear of dating when you've never been on one and don't like yourself."

Debs, Dates and Dealing with The Fear #42

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Imagine multiple episodes of Hold My Drink in one...that is what this is. Charleen and Ellie chat about some of their debs stories, what to wear and do on a first date, tips on how to feel confident in a bikini, and their "pinch-me" moments. For Secrets From The Stalls, the girls are discussing marriage breakdown, is it a red flag if he doesn't text that much, but you have good dates, and the importance of reassurance in a relationship. Also, let us know what dress code you'd like for the live shows!

EXTRA JUICE: "Is not liking a partner's parents an issue?" #14

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000

More dilemmas, more answers! Charleen and Ellie are helping out with some more of your Secrets From The Stalls. Should you be afraid of your boyfriend cheating on his lads holiday, if he has already cheated in the past? What to do if your boyfriend and best friend hate each other? And should you consider moving in with your long-distance partner?

Once A Fckboy, Always A Fckboy #41

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000

How do you spot a f*ckboy? What do they dress like, how do they act etc.? You'll find out in this episode, as Charleen and Ellie talk about their experiences of f*ckboys and if/when you should entertain them. Could there be a case of a f*ckboy in one of our Secrets From The Stalls too, as a partner has gone from intense effort in a relationship to very distant in a short space of time? And should you go on holidays when an ex is going too? Plus, Charleen is live from New York again this week, so hear about her boozy picnic in Central Park, while Ellie experiences her first final in Croke Park.

EXTRA JUICE: "I want my ex back, but don't know how to approach him about it..." #13

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Your dilemmas residents, Charleen and Ellie are back for another bonus episode to try help you out. What do you do if you're a very confident texter, but not confident at all to meet up in person? Does your friend only want a boy because you're interested in him now? And how to drop hints to someone to show them you like them, when they think you're not interested?

Podcast or Facetime? Live From New York #40

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen is coming to us live from the Big Apple for a catch-up on her travels in New York. Ellie is looking after the Hold My Drink studio back home, and went to see Westlife last weekend, as well as having an encounter with the Gardaí. No distance could keep your Secrets From The Stalls away. The girls are answering whether or not it's okay if your boyfriend paid for an OnlyFans account, and what you should do if you feel like you've hit a slump in your long-term relationship.

EXTRA JUICE: "I caught my boyfriend texting a girl from his work..." #12

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are answering even more your dilemmas in this bonus episode. Has your friend with benefits caught feelings for you? What do you do if your friend's boyfriend is slipping up on lies, but she thinks you're trying to break them up? And have you made the right decision in breaking up over three years ago?

He's a 10, but...#39

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 14:30:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are hopping on the "he's a 10 but..." trend in this week's episode, to find out what makes or breaks a man. Black socks? Chicken nuggets and chips? Android phones? The girls also help out with advice for Secrets From The Stalls, including should you leave a friendship if it's making you unhappy, and how to deal with worry when you're boyfriend is away and posting pictures with other girls?

EXTRA JUICE: "My ex-boyfriend owes me a decent amount of money..." #11

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 14:30:00 +0000

It's your bonus fix of Charleen and Ellie, and they are answering more of your Secrets From The Stalls! How would you react if you find out that your friend and boyfriend have a sexual history? Should you try things with a guy you matched with on Tinder years ago, but he has a girlfriend now? And why can you not stop dreaming about your ex?

The Break-Up Episode #38

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 14:30:00 +0000

It's the one you've been waiting for. Charleen and Ellie talk about their break-ups, and things get emotional. As well as helping each other through their dilemmas, the girls also help you for Secret From The Stalls, including deciding if you should tell your friend that her boyfriend is cheating on her, and what to do if you have a higher sex drive than your partner?

EXTRA JUICE: "My boyfriend wants to work 7 days a week, leaving us no time together..." #10

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:30:00 +0000

Get ready for more Secrets From The Stalls in this week's bonus episode! Charleen and Ellie answer your dilemmas. How should you feel about your ex bringing another girl on holidays to a place that you two were suppose to go to? Why are your ex's friends keeping tabs on you? And what to do if you're missing your partners birthday for the first time in your relationship?

(This is Supposed to Be) How To Be A Bad Bitch #37

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000

What was expected to be a step-by-step guide on how you can become a bad bitch, turned out to be a lot raunchier than expected. Let's just say, if you ever wanted to know how to seduce a man, you're going to learn it in this episode. Charleen and Ellie answer your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls, including what to do if you find old texts that your boyfriend had sent about you from before you were together, and does he really like you if he acts different each time you see him? Hear about Charleen's very supportive friends, who went "ex-boyfriend" spotting in Wait Til I Tell You.

EXTRA JUICE: "Catching feelings after a one-night stand" #9

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000

On this week's bonus episode, Charleen and Ellie answer some extra dilemmas. They discuss whether it's forgivable for your significant other to not get you anything for your anniversary, how should you feel if your boyfriend gets a lap dance, and what does it mean if you're attracted to someone else when you're in a relationship?

Emergency Rooms & Emigration #36

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and (a half-broken) Ellie are back for another episode. Ellie fills us in on her injury ordeal from over the weekend, and the girls also chat about their thoughts on this year's Love Island cast so far. An important topic of conversation this week is emigration, as a few of Charleen's friends are making the big moves very soon. Find out if the girls have any plans to move abroad soon and where to if so. As always, we have more dilemmas to help you out with on Secrets From The Stalls, including trying to figure out why your ex boyfriend (who has a new gf) is still viewing your Instagram stories, and does your sex dream about your boyfriend's brother mean anything?

EXTRA JUICE: "How important is sex and intimacy in a relationship?" #8

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 16:15:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are back for this week's bonus episode, and as always, there are lots of extra dilemmas to digest. As the Leaving Cert began last week, what are some tips for getting through it? Should you still go to New York if your ex (who was your boyfriend at the time of booking) is coming? And should you stay with your boyfriend at home when you've been seeing an older man abroad?

Pain and Gain of Cosmetic Surgery #35

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie reveal the good the bad and the ugly of cosmetic surgery in relation to their own personal journeys. In this episode, find out their experiences with boob jobs, nose jobs and fillers all packaged up with changing hair colour and wigs. The girls open up and answer some all-important questions such as, would you still get surgery if you were not an influencer and did the procedures give you more confidence? Alongside your questions answered in this week's episode in Secrets From The Stalls, including your gym crush struggles and the ordeal of your partner and your bestie not seeing eye to eye.

EXTRA JUICE: "I want a boob job but I'm embarrassed about how to tell my family" #7

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 11:25:00 +0000

It's your extra fix of Charleen and Ellie. The girls are answering even more of your dilemmas in this bonus episode. Did your boyfriend ever care about you if he broke up with you over a voice note? Should you still have feelings for a sneaky fling from 4 years ago? Is he a bad texter or does he just not want to talk to you? And should you be worried if your boyfriend has recent pictures of him ex saved?

My Head's Wrecked #34

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000

This episode may hurt your head and cause you to think about things you've never thought about. How do phone sounds work? Are we relocating to Mars? How do traffic lights know when to change at night? For a bit of an easier listen, you'll also get to hear all about the latest addition to the Kelly family. Charleen and Ellie answer your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls - including how to deal with phone-addicted friends (and loud eaters!) in social situations, and should you worry that your ex is now in a relationship with a friend that he had throughout your relationship?

EXTRA JUICE: "Do I tell my boyfriend that my boss kissed me?" #6

Mon, 30 May 2022 09:25:00 +0000

On this week's bonus episode, Charleen and Ellie answer some sticky dilemmas. Do you let your housemate stay in the house when they've hurt everyone living there? Is it okay for your boyfriend to pay for an OnlyFans subscription? And should you continue your relationship if your other half is going travelling?

Passwords, Date Nights and Other Girls: Relationship Rules #33

Wed, 25 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000

What are your relationship rules? Charleen and Ellie discuss some of their own, such as liking other girls' photos on Instagram, having phone passwords, integrating your partner into your friend group, and paying for dates. We also hear lots of your own relationship boundaries, including keeping pictures of your ex on social media, alone time and cheating. As well as that, Ellie fills you in on her trip to Turkey this week, and her nightmare on the M50.

EXTRA JUICE: "Right Person, Wrong Time?" #5

Mon, 23 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are back to answer even more of your dilemmas in this bonus episode. Should you give your ex his festival ticket back, when you broke up after buying it? Should you text someone that you're missing? Why is your boyfriend not inviting you to things? And what to do if your fella has had a sudden shift in his attitude towards you.

Let's Catch-Up #32

Wed, 18 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Charleen and Ellie are reunited in the studio after 3 weeks and there's lot to catch up on, including Charleen's cosmetic procedure in Turkey, and Ellie's longer-than-expected stay in New York. There's also some dilemmas to be answered, including deciding if you're boyfriend is taking advantage of your financial situation, and dealing with feelings of insecurity when you're not 'exclusive' with the person you're seeing.

Coachella, Content and Confidence with Keilidh Cashell #31

Wed, 11 May 2022 10:30:00 +0000

We're missing Ellie on this week's episode of Hold My Drink, but the wonderful Keilidh Cashell (@KeilidhMUA) is hopping in the co-host seat, alongside Charleen. Keilidh is a super-talented make-up artist and content creator, with almost 3 million followers on TikTok and over half a million followers on Instagram. She talks about her road to success and the growth of her platforms and business, KASH Beauty. The girls give you a deeper insight into their careers and what's involved, and chat about the importance of appreciating your life, standing out and being yourself. There are also some dilemmas to be answered, including feeling like you're a "pause" in the story of your boyfriend and his ex, and how to get back on the dating scene.

GoLoud Selects | Charleen on Will You Shift My Friend

Tue, 10 May 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Your favourite podcaster is here with a recommendation for you. Charleen introduces Will You Shift My Friend, a new comedy and entertainment podcast where well known people take a trip down memory lane to discuss growing up, their first shift, and much more. Guests include Charleen, Marty Guilfoyle, James Kavanagh, Fionnuala Jones, Greg O'Shea, and Justine Stafford to name but a few. Will You Shift My Friend is available to download now on the GoLoud app and all major podcast platforms.

EXTRA JUICE: "New fling within weeks of breaking up - did he cheat?" #4

Mon, 09 May 2022 15:55:00 +0000

There's a special guest on hand for this week's episode - the one and only Keilidh Cashell (@KeilidhMUA)! Charleen and Keilidh help out with some of your dilemmas. Should you block your ex on social media if you feel like they're lurking? Do you tell your work colleague that you're crushing on him after kissing him? And what to do if you're not having sex with your other half?

What Would You Ask Your Ex? #30

Wed, 04 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Want to get to know Charleen and Ellie even more than you already do? In this episode, you'll find out their biggest fear, worst habit, what day the girls would go to if they could time travel and their favourite thing about themselves. There's some deeper questions in there too, including what Charleen and Ellie look for in a partner, if they would rather love and lose or never love, and what question they would ask their ex. There's more to be answered in Secrets From The Stalls, including what to do if your boyfriend keeps talking about someone he was seeing, and should you call things quits as soon as you start seeing red flags?

EXTRA JUICE: "My first love has a new gf and I cried..." #3

Mon, 02 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000

It's your extra fix of Charleen and Ellie in the week and Bonus Episode 3 gets into some extra juicy Secrets From The Stalls. Should you be hiding from your friends if you got back with your ex? Do you take back the boy that broke up with you because he wanted to live the single lifestyle? And is getting pregnant the way to make your fella stick around for good?

Back to Life, Back to Reality #29

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Who knew the post-pandemic life could be so overwhelming sometimes? Charleen and Ellie chat about getting back out to events and getting on with your social life after all the lockdowns in the last 2 years. As always, the girls answer your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls, including what to do if you think your boyfriend is depressed, should you still move away if your partner doesn't want to, and feeling stressed about going back to work in an office.

EXTRA JUICE: "Does he still have feelings for me?" #2

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 16:07:00 +0000

It's Bonus Episode 2 and Charleen and Ellie have some deep dilemmas to help you out with. Is it okay that your boyfriend is still meeting up with his ex in his flat? What to do if you are your boyfriend want different things, but you've met someone else that you've clicked with? And should your virginity be holding you back from things?

Please Don't Stop The Music #28

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 10:50:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie talk concerts and festivals, taking you through some favourites that they have been too, and sharing stories from some of those times, including Charleen winning P Diddy tickets and why Ellie left Electric Picnic early. Also, some exciting news - Hold My Drink now brings you bonus episodes every Monday, so make sure to listen back to that! As always, the girls are ready to answer some of your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls, including what to do if your friend is kissing other people while in a relationship, do you say something to your boyfriend if you feel he's making no effort with you, and should you start seeing someone if they live over 2 hours away from you?

EXTRA JUICE: "My boyfriend is viewing his ex's stories..." #1

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 20:16:00 +0000

You asked for more, and we listened...introducing 'HMD: EXTRA JUICE' - an extra fix of Charleen and Ellie in your week! The girls are on hand every Monday to answer even MORE of your dilemmas - think of it like an extended Secrets From The Stalls. On this first bonus episode, Charleen and Ellie give advice if your boyfriend was viewing his ex's Instagram stories, how to help your other half deal with grief when you're worried about them, and managing being there for your friends, but nobody being there for you.

Fitness and Icks with Jamie Goonery #27

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie's personal trainer, Jamie Goonery, joins them for some motivational talk about fitness, gym mindsets and climbing Kilimanjaro. They chat about icks, such as commenting on celebrity social media posts, certain dance moves in a nightclub, making noises at the gym and plenty more. Jamie is also on hand to give the male perspective on your dilemmas for Secrets From The Stalls, including what to do if you've been sleeping with two friends and they both find out, avoiding breaking the heart of your partner and how long is too long distance?

Leo Squared: Star Signs and Spirituality #26

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Horoscopes, star signs and spirituality are up for discussion on this week's episode of Hold My Drink. As two Leos, Charleen and Ellie chat about if they fit the characteristics of their star sign, and their feelings and experiences of spiritual readings. There's a hilarious story sent in by one of our listeners for What 'Til I Tell You that involves a dreadful first impression with new housemates on her J1 in San Diego. Charleen and Ellie are on hand to answer your dilemmas too, including dealing with worry that you'll end up heartbroken in your relationship, and should you meet your ex for a chat if you think he wants to get back together again? jmbswgfz

Lovely Limerick's Greg O'Shea #25

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 11:00:00 +0000

There's a very special guest on the podcast this week - it's Greg 'Greggie O' O'Shea! Greg gives us an insight into the world of Love Island, including how you get on the show, cameras in the villa toilets and the lack of a sense of time when you're in there. Does he still chat to anyone from the show, and what did he do with the money since winning? He chats about his journey to the Olympic Games and becoming a solicitor too. Things get deep as him, Charleen and Ellie discuss relationships, engagements, weddings and having kids. Greg is also on hand to offer his advice to your dilemmas for Secrets From The Stalls, including how to tell your boyfriend you want to take out a mortgage alone, should you move away to Australia if your partner if staying in Ireland and if you should mention your friend's unhealthy drug habit to them.

She Works Hard for the Money #24

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 10:12:00 +0000

Retail assistant, hairdresser, waitress, and egg lady - these are some of the jobs that Charleen and Ellie have had, and in this episode, they tell all about each of them. There’s a new element to Wait Til I Tell You, as we hear a listener’s story this week! Speaking of our listeners, the girls are on hand to answer your dilemmas, including long-distance relationships, dealing with finding out that your boyfriend has a child and how to return to “the streets”.

Colourblind to a Red Flag #23

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

The duo are back together again and there's lots to catch up on, including exciting details about how you can come along to see a live recording of Hold My Drink in our studios. This week's episode is all about red flags, and you've sent in loads for Charleen and Ellie to discuss. As always, the girls are on hand to help with your dilemmas for Secrets From The Stalls, including do you tell your best friend if you see her ex with another girl, how to deal with a sloppy drunk on a night-out, and what to do if you're getting ghosted by someone who says they want to go out with you?

Charleen Goes Solo #22

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Although Hold My Drink is a gal down this week, the podcast must go on. Charleen takes the reigns to talk in depth about her college life, her experience with seeing a college counsellor and all about her J1 to Boston. With Ellie off, a few special guests pop in, including Producer Leanne to guess our German Word of the Week, and the one and only Terence Power to help with Secrets From The Stalls. Some of your dilemmas this week include how to tell your best friend that her boyfriend is gay, should you go on a sixth-year holiday to Ibiza, and are you wasting your teenage years by being in a relationship?

Music and Body Talk with Aimée #21

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

It's a special episode of Hold My Drink this week, as Irish breakout pop star, Aimée joins Charleen and Ellie to chat about her music career and her latest single, 'Nobody Else'. The girls have an inspiring conversation about body confidence and ways in which to feel good in your own skin. Aimée gives some great advice with your dilemmas on Secrets From The Stalls, including how to find yourself when life feels chaotic, are you boring if you don't want to drink all the time and your friends do, and what you should do if your partner owns you a lot of money! Also, prepare yourself to hear all about the antics from the Kingdom, as Charleen and Ellie fill you in on their trip to County Kerry.

GoLoud Selects | Charleen and Ellie on Unusual Suspects

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:37:00 +0000

Your favourite podcasters are here with a recommendation for you. Charleen and Ellie introduce Unusual Suspects, a gripping new true crime podcast. Available to download now on the GoLoud app and all major podcast platforms.

Your Questions Answered #20

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000

It's been a while since the last Q&A session, so this week, we wanted to bring it back to you. In this episode, you'll find out Ellie's current relationship status, what jobs the girls think they would had if they weren't influencing, if they feel pressured to look "done up" all the time and act a certain way in public and plenty more. We also hear the story about how Charleen and Ellie actually met! We also ask for your dilemma's for Secrets From The Stalls. This week's include being in the middle of two of your best friends fighting, should you feel nervous about leaving your bf/gf to live abroad for a few months, dealing with a breakup even though you know it's the right decision, and how to know if your friend's boyfriend is toxic and controlling. Plus, find out why Channing Tatum is this week's Sip or Skip.

Lost in Life and Finding Your Way #19

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie chat about feeling lost, not knowing what you want in life or where you are going, and things that might be helpful when it comes to finding the balance and your way when you feel like this. Prepare yourself for a gruesome and bloody What 'Til I Tell You from Ellie that landed her in hospital. As always, the girls answers your dilemmas in Secrets From The Stalls, including should you end it with your partner if you don't see it working long-term, what to do if you want to split from your other half that you co-parent dogs with, how to make friends as you get older, and tips on overcoming hanxiety (hangover anxiety).

Girly Chats...with Love #18

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000

It's time for a girly chat this week, as Charleen and Ellie discuss periods, contraception and the idea of having kids. Also, with Valentine's Day just ahead, the girls chat about going all out for the occasion, or is it all just a bit cringe and overhyped? As well as that, Charleen and Ellie have a big check-in with you to see how you are and how they can help with your dilemmas for an extended version of Secrets From The Stalls. How do you let someone down when you get the ick? Should you go on holidays with your partner that you might be breaking up with? Do you tell the girlfriend that you are pregnant with the baby of her cheating boyfriend? And sleeping with your friends brother - good idea or not?

Cosmetic Procedures and Surgery #17

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie talk about cosmetic enhancements and surgery. You'll hear what procedures both the girls have had and why they decided to get it done. Also, is there still a judgement around this topic in the modern day, and how does it affect personal and working life? As always, Charleen and Ellie answer your dilemmas too, including if you should call it quits when you and your bf are having "tiffs" every day, what to do if your friends aren't supporting a passion of yours, and is your happiness worth sacrificing for a good job with good benefits?

Inside OnlyFans with Tina #16

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Have you ever wanted a deep dive into the world of OnlyFans? On this week's episode, Charleen and Ellie are joined by Tina (@irlxtinax), who is a content creator on OnlyFans, and she doesn't hold back. Tina shares how much money she makes from the site, how she charges and what is included in a subscription, a day in her life, the best and worst aspects of the job, the wildest parties and biggest celebs in her DMs, her ambitions and SO much more. Charleen and Ellie tell you all about their recent trip to Paris, and some interesting (maybe flirty?!) messages that Ellie has been getting in her Instagram DMs. The girls also answer some of your dilemmas, including if you feel like you are "mothering" your boyfriend, and the all-important decision of choosing your bridal party.

Press-Ups and Glow-Ups #15

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode, Charleen and Ellie chat about the gym - their first experiences of going to a gym, overcoming gym anxiety when you think everyone is looking at you or when you don't know what you're doing. The girls offer advice to some of your secrets, including an emotional answer to the question of getting over the romanticised version of somebody, a tricky thought of never being with anyone else when you're in a relationship and should braces stop you from dating? Another listener dilemma about body image leads into the conversation of "glow-ups", a very popular term at the moment. Charleen and Ellie debate whether the idea of a glow-up is good or not and how do you achieve a glow-up if you want to have one for yourself. Also, you'll get to hear Charleen's rather traumatic driving test experience.

My First Kiss Went A Little Like This #14

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode of Hold My Drink, we find out some of the 'firsts' of Charleen and Ellie...first kisses, first loves and the cute (or embarrassing!) stories that go with them. Also, Ellie reveals to you that her name is not actually Ellie! Listen in to find out what it actually is. We've also got some in-depth Secrets from the Stalls to address, including reappearing old flames, how to be on good terms with an ex, and spicing things up in the bedroom.

The Notions of the New Year #13

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 15:40:00 +0000

It's a New Year, but still your favourite gals back for Hold My Drink! The podcast is bigger and better than ever for 2022, and there is some serious catching up to do! Charleen fills us in on her magical (and sometimes creepy...and crawly) Mexican/American adventures and Ellie was half-woman, half-alcohol over the festive season. The girls also chat about some of their New Year's Resolutions and plans for 2022. And if you are looking to improve yourself in this new year, you're going to need a hand with your dilemmas...Charleen and Ellie are here to help! Ever felt like you were outgrowing your partner? What should you do if you really don't like your girlfriend/boyfriend's style in clothes? And arguments in a relationship...normal or not?

Hold My Bollox Christmas Special: Part 2 #12

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0000

If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, go do that first! This is the second and final part of our Christmas special from the crossover you didn't know you needed...'Hold My Bollox'. Terence Power and Calvin O'Brien from the Talking Bollox podcast are back to answer even more of the questions that girls are too afraid to ask guys. In this episode, you'll find out about how guys will show or tell a girl if they like her. What is a man's definition of "seeing someone"...or do guys check Snapchat scores or a girl's location? We hope you enjoy this listen as much as you're enjoying your Christmas break!

Hold My Bollox Christmas Special Part 1 #11

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0000

When podcast worlds collide...for a Christmas special! You know the Hold My Drink podcast is your safe space to talk about life, relationships, dilemmas etc. This week, it is not so safe as the rowdy bunch are in from the Talking Bollox podcast - it's Terence Power and Calvin O'Brien! What better men to answer ALL the questions that girls are too afraid to ask guys, such as...Does body count or the number of exes matter? Do guys care about body hair? What's the definition of "seeing someone"? Do guys check Snapchat scores or a girl's location? What is "post-nut syndrome"? Find out the answers to all of these and so many more in this Christmas special. In a plot twist of events, Calvin teaches Charleen some German as part of German Word of the Week. You'll find out where you can get the best spice bag in Dublin. And, since it's the festive season, let's settle the age-old question of the best tin of chocolates. We had so much to talk about with the guys that we're going to have part 2 for you next week.

Featured On A Billboard in Times Square #10

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 11:10:00 +0000

One of our Hold My Drink co-hosts made it to a billboard in Times Square, New York City - but which one? This week's episode is all talk about travel, an activity that Charleen and Ellie are no strangers too. Find out the cities and countries each of the girls have visited and the locations and activities on their travel bucket list. As always, Charleen and Ellie help you with your dilemmas in 'Secrets From The Stalls', but this week got even more juicy than others! How soon is too soon to move onto someone new after a breakup? Would you tell your mam if you caught your dad sexting? And what do you do if you found out that you've already been with your fellas DAD before your fella?

The Secret Life of an Influencer: Part 2 #9

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Back by popular demand - it is Part 2 of The Secret Life of an Influencer. Charleen and Ellie answer even more of your questions about the job, including if influencers are conscious of being recognised in public, the worst hate comments they have received and sharing their thoughts on working with fast fashion brands. Also, we bring you an extended version of one of your favourite segments of the podcast, Secrets From The Stalls. How should you approach your ex (with a new girlfriend!!), who keeps texting you? Or what to do if you are spotting red flags at an early stage of seeing someone? And let's discuss the age-old questions of which is more important...looks or personality?!

Everything You Want To Know About Ellie #8

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week, Ellie is in the hot seat to answer all of your burning questions about her, and she has no idea what they are! Charleen is the only one who knows what is about to be discussed. On this episode, we find out Ellie's type in men, her advice to her 19-year-old self, why she broke up with her ex and many more juicy details of her life. The girls also answer your dilemmas that you have sent in, including how to not let anxiety get in the way of your relationships, how to get from "exclusive" to "relationship", and should you get the person you're seeing for only a few months a Christmas present with the season approaching?

Everything You Want To Know About Charleen #7

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000

On this week’s episode, Charleen is in the hot seat. Ellie asked for your burning questions about everything you want to know about Charleen. And the best thing? Charleen has no idea what the questions are! We find out about her favourite baby names and the most famous person to slide in her DMs. Things take a turn, as we find out her body count and the first time she “did the deed” with her boyfriend. The girls also answer some of your dilemmas, including feelings of jealousy when other girls talk to your boyfriend, comparing yourself to your other half’s ex and also debate on the “right person, wrong time” narrative.

Boy Racers, Bitmojis and Baths: THE ICK #6

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week, Charleen and Ellie discuss THE ICK, or as Urban Dictionary defines it, "something someone does that is an instant turn off for you". The girls blind react to what gives YOU The Ick - including lads that shadow box, Velcro wallets and waiting to cross the road. As well as that, Charleen and Ellie help with some of your dilemmas this week, such as getting back on the dating scene after being single for 5 years and how to end a toxic relationship.

She Shoots (Her Shot), She Scores #5

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Would you shoot your shot with someone you liked? Does anyone ever get through the dreaded (or exciting?!) talking stage? Charleen has done both - Ellie fears the rejection of it all. This week's episode will give you the confidence to text that boy/girl you like, aka "shoot your shot" and give you advice on the aftermath of your shooting success - the talking/texting/voice-noting/FaceTiming stage. The girls also answer some of your dilemmas, including long-distance relationships, age gaps and OnlyFans.

The Secret Life of an Influencer #4

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000

How do the preconceived notions of "influencers" match up with the realities of the job? Is "influencing" a real career and what does a typical workday look like? How many followers do you need to be considered an "influencer"? This week, Charleen and Ellie let you in on an exclusive look into their world as influencers by answering all the burning questions you have - from pay, to working with brands, to the effects it has on relationships and so much more. The girls also answer some of your dilemmas, including what to do if you've started to fancy other lads while in a relationship, and how to handle a "stingy-with-money" partner.

Avril Lavigne Is My Cousin #3

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 10:50:00 +0000

School, college, courses... sometimes it's a bit too much!! On Episode 3 of Hold My Drink, Charleen and Ellie talk about the pressures of going to college before you even get there - and that is if you even want to go to college. The girls discuss their own experiences, both claiming to be "college drop-outs" and how they overcome them. As always, we hear from you with your dilemmas, including how to stay motivated in college, and what would an episode be without some boy trouble too?! How do you react if your boyfriend treats you well, but doesn't tell you? Or is it acceptable to post an Instagram in the hopes of a specific someone liking said post? Charleen and Ellie are here to discuss and solve the problems!

Ctrl Alt Delete My Life #2

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 10:40:00 +0000

On this week's episode, Charleen and Ellie talk drinking and alcohol, and share some drunk stories of their own - once of which had Charleen kicked out of a club in Ibiza, and another that led Ellie to a night in the hospital. What do you do if your boyfriend has a very close girl "friend"? And would you tell your best friend that their other half is "trash"? The girls also discuss your dilemmas and decide if you should tell your best friend that you like them.

We're Not Bible #1

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:45:00 +0000

For our opening episode Charleen gives the inside story on her Love Island audition experience and reveals what contestants go through to get on the show, the girls talk about the rise of cosmetic surgery in Ireland and the role social media is playing, and how difficult life in the public eye can be.

Introducing: Hold My Drink

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 09:18:54 +0000

A small sip from the new Hold My Drink podcast with Charleen Murphy and Ellie Kelly, the girls give you a taster of what you can expect from their podcast. Hold My Drink is a GoLoud Original podcast. It's coming soon to the GoLoud app.