RHONY S5, E8: Wine Games

Send us Fan MailHost Meredith recaps The Real Housewives of New York City Season 5, Episode 8, “Blinded by Wine,” through a modern lens. Back in NYC after London, Ramona and Sonja meet Carole and Aviva, sparking talk about Luann’s condescending one-upping and Aviva’s upcoming Miami trip for Art Basel, where she also jokes about setting Sonja up with her father, George, whom Meredith calls one of Bravo’s worst men. Heather tries to help Sonja with branding in a tense pro bono logo meeting. At Jacques’ wine-tasting event, a wine game reveals everyone is drinking Ramona Pinot Grigio, which Mario and Aviva view as a mean-spirited setup by Luann. In Miami, Aviva’s family dynamics and wealth are highlighted, including George’s inappropriate comments, as the episode ends with more Luann conflict brewing.00:00 Podcast Intro and Recap01:18 Lunch and London Tea04:10 Miami Invite and George05:52 Sonja Branding Meeting08:58 Jacques Wine Party Drama11:54 Miami Penthouse and Wealth16:20 Heather and Luann Talk18:37 Carole vs Luann Borrowing24:31 Miami Dinner Fallout28:17 Wrap Up and Next WeekSupport the show