Welcome to The Bravo Docket, where reality TV drama meets the courtroom. Join Cesie and Angela, two attorneys with a passion for pop culture, as they dive into the juiciest lawsuits and legal battles in the world of Bravo. Each episode breaks down sensational legal disputes, making complex issues both engaging and accessible. Whether you're here for facts, fun, or Law 101, get ready to laugh, learn, and lawyer up with The Bravo Docket! Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and Ne ...
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Legal Team, before we dive into the Tommy Manzo federal trial transcript (we’ve already recorded two episodes and only made it through opening statements and the testimony of Dina and David Cantin), we wanted to refresh your memory on the Manzo family’s complicated legal history. We re-listened to our own episode and were shocked all over again by …
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Legal Team, with Real Housewives of Orange County back on air, we’re turning our attention to the OG from the OC, Vicki Gunvalson, and the financial elder abuse lawsuit she’s now facing. The case, which Vicki now says she wants to take to trial, involves claims of financial elder abuse tied to annuity and life insurance sales, raising serious quest…
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The Chrisley Trial Files: What the Headlines Missed (Part 2)
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1:23:12Legal Team, we’re back with part two of our Chrisley trial coverage. This week, we’re focusing on the witness testimonies that helped seal Todd and Julie’s fate. From Nanny Faye’s “I don’t know” strategy to the producers behind Chrisley Knows Best, and the bombshells dropped by Todd’s former business partner Mark Braddock, it’s a lineup of drama, d…
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The Chrisley Trial Files: What the Headlines Missed
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48:04The Chrisleys are officially free—and there’s still so much to unpack. Legal Team, we’re diving back into the case with brand-new insight now that we finally have the full trial transcripts. We break down what Todd and Julie were convicted of, the prosecution’s case themes, and the defense’s arguments for their innocence. Plus, what Trump’s pardon …
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Brittany Eady vs. Bravo: Country Clubs, Credit Cards & Court Docs
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1:09:03Legal Team, this week we’re breaking down Real Housewives of Atlanta star Brittany Eady’s lawsuit against Bravo. From her past in the insurance world to her time as a video vixen and reality star, Brittany’s background is as layered as her legal claims. We get into the details of the lawsuit, why the filing location in New York raises eyebrows, and…
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The Amended Manzo Complaint: Caroline v. Bravo Gets Messier
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1:22:20Since we're all suffering from RHONJ withdrawals this year, we’re turning our attention to updates in Caroline Manzo's lawsuit against Bravo. Since we last discussed this case, Caroline has amended her complaint, drawing unexpected legal parallels to Leah McSweeney’s case. We break down the original and updated filings, Bravo’s motion to dismiss, a…
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Vanderpump Legal Update: Houses, Lawsuits & Hot Messes
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1:11:38Legal Team, the ladies are back together and catching up on several cases from the Vanderpump Rules and Valley universe. We break down the ongoing legal mess between Tom Sandoval, Ariana Madix, and Rachel Leviss including house disputes, lawsuits, anti-SLAPP motions, and discovery drama. We also check in on Faith Stowers’ lawsuit against NBCUnivers…
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Legal Team, this week we’re replaying a timely episode following the news that President Trump has pardoned Todd and Julie Chrisley, leading to their release from prison. At the top of the episode, we break down what a presidential pardon actually means—and what it doesn’t. Then we dive into the Chrisleys’ dramatic fall from grace. Todd and Julie, …
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Divorce Drama Unsealed: Drew Sidora & Ralph Pittman’s Legal Battle Gets Real
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1:12:17Legal Team, this week Cesie’s flying solo while Angela’s in trial, and we’re diving deep into the highly requested divorce drama between Drew Sidora and Ralph Pittman from Real Housewives of Atlanta. We break down the sealed (then unsealed, then sealed again?!) court records, go through their petitions which include Drew’s claims of infidelity, and…
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Hurricane Leah Hits the Courtroom (Part 4)
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1:26:10In the final installment of our (Hurricane) Leah McSweeney legal breakdown, we unpack what the judge ultimately decided in her case. We walk through which claims were dismissed—including those related to gender and religion discrimination and hostile work environment—and which are moving forward. We also dig into the court’s analysis of disability …
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Hurricane Leah Hits the Courtroom (Part 3)
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1:31:12Welcome back, Legal Team! In part three of our Leah McSweeney coverage, we’re unpacking the motion to dismiss hearing and how NBC, Bravo, and Andy Cohen are relying on First Amendment protections to defend against Leah’s claims. We break down the key arguments from both sides, including how a landmark lawsuit against The Bachelor is being used to s…
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Hurricane Leah Hits the Courtroom (Part 2)
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46:57It’s part two of Hurricane Leah! This week, we’re continuing our breakdown of Leah McSweeney’s lawsuit against Bravo, NBCUniversal, and Andy Cohen—this time focusing on her alcohol-related claims and requests for accommodations. From her allegations about being pushed to relapse on Ultimate Girls Trip to Bravo’s alleged pattern of firing rather tha…
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Hurricane Leah is coming to town! This week, we’re diving into Leah McSweeney’s lawsuit against Bravo, Andy Cohen, and NBCUniversal — and we’ve got a lot of ground to cover, so this will be several parts. Today, we’re breaking down Leah’s claims, what it means to claim disability discrimination under the law, the retaliation and harassment allegati…
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Where Did the Money Go, Erika? (Part 2)
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1:09:17Welcome back, Legal Team! With Real Housewives of Beverly Hills wrapping up for the year, we’re closing out our legal deep dive with part two of all things Erika Jayne. This week, we unpack the Marco Marco lawsuit filed in Florida by designer Marco Morante—plus how it connects to the earlier California case filed by Christopher Psaila. We break dow…
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Where Did the Money Go, Erika? (Part 1)
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1:16:00While The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills wraps up for the season, Legal Team—we’re just getting started. We’re back with major Erika Jayne legal updates, diving into the trustee’s case tied to the Girardi Keese bankruptcy. From the millions allegedly funneled to Erika and EJ Global to what the trustee is seeking and where the case stands now—we’r…
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PK: Big Bets, Bigger Debts (Part 2)
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1:33:31Part 2 is here—and things are only getting messier for PK. We’re diving straight back into PK’s 2013 UK bankruptcy case, breaking down the cross-examinations and how he continues to thrive in the legal grey area. From the Bellagio debt and his 2019 debtor’s exam to a surprise appearance in the Winklevoss twins’ lawsuit, there’s no shortage of twist…
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Another week, another RHOBH-adjacent legal deep dive! This time, we’re untangling the wild financial web of PK Kemsley—from his star-studded business ventures and high-stakes gambling to bankruptcy and legal filings on both sides of the pond. He’s got quite the resume and we’ve got all the juicy details. What’s on the docket? Life and work updates …
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Legal Team, we’re finally back to Bravo — and it feels SO good! This week, we're tackling two wildly different legal sagas. First up, we’re breaking down Mauricio Umansky’s ongoing legal drama, where his past Sweetwater Malibu property lawsuit is now tangled in new PPP loan controversy. Then, we’re diving into Karen Huger’s (AKA The Grand Dame) fou…
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We’re back with Part 5 (or is it a million?!) of the It Ends with Us legal saga. This week, we’re picking up right where we left off with Justin Baldoni’s complaint against Blake Lively, and the drama just keeps escalating. We’re breaking down more allegations from Lively’s camp, along with Baldoni’s legal team’s not-so-subtle clap-backs and respon…
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Legal Team, it’s time for another deep dive into the It Ends with Us lawsuits! This week, we’re tackling Justin Baldoni’s side of the story, breaking down his 179-page complaint. From the infamous voice memo to the creative control battle, we’re unpacking every twist and turn. And with the sheer length of this lawsuit, we’ll be covering it over mul…
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We’re back with more It Ends with Us lawsuit drama! This week, we’re diving into two side cases tied to the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni saga. First up: Jonesworks LLC vs. Jennifer Abel, Melissa Nathan, Justin Baldoni, and Wayfarer Studios. Then, we break down Baldoni’s defamation lawsuit against The New York Times. We’re covering these cases in…
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It’s time for part two, Legal Team! On the last episode, we broke down the explosive lawsuit between It Ends with Us stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. This week, we’re continuing from where we left off and wrapping Blake’s side of the lawsuit—bringing even more drama to light. And this is only just the beginning! Stay tuned for the next episod…
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It’s time to tackle the headlines, Legal Team! You’ve been asking, and we’re delivering. Today, we’re diving into the pop culture lawsuit that’s taken over everyone’s feeds: Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni. This case offers a fascinating look at Hollywood’s inner workings, from PR strategies to revealing text messages and everything in between. Wit…
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The Girardi Files: Convictions, Chaos, and the Earrings That Won’t Quit
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56:43Happy New Year, Legal Team! A new year might be here, but we’re kicking things off by revisiting a classic Bravo legal saga—Tom and Erika Girardi. With Real Housewives of Beverly Hills back on our screens, there’s no better time to unpack the latest updates in this ongoing drama. And for those asking about all the recent legal chaos in the Bravo wo…
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Bravo’s Fine Print: Unpacking Talent Contracts
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1:31:20Happy Holidays, Legal Team! Need a break from the holiday hustle? We’ve got just the escape for you. Ever wondered what goes into a Bravo talent contract? Today, we’re pulling back the curtain and diving into these fascinating agreements. Using RHONY alum Leah McSweeney’s original 2019 talent contract, we’ll walk you through every page, breaking it…
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