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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Welcome back, Legal Team! With Real Housewives of Salt Lake City back on our screens and Lisa Barlow’s lawsuits already stirring conversation, we thought it was the perfect time to revisit her legal saga. Over the past four years, Lisa and John Barlow have faced multiple lawsuits, and in this replay we’re breaking down each case, the hurdles they’v…
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Is Aaron Phypers the Worst Housewife Husband?
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Trigger Warning: Discussion of abuse. Denise Richards cannot seem to catch a break when it comes to the men in her life. In this episode, we’re breaking down her messy divorce from Aaron Phypers and his long list of lawsuits, including one for misrepresenting he could cure cancer. Let's just say, his “healing through frequencies” routine is falling…
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Legal team, today we’re switching things up and diving into the strange, controversial world of lie detector tests. From their 1920s origins and ties to Wonder Woman’s lasso of truth to infamous pop culture moments and why most courts won’t accept them as evidence, we’re unpacking the history, science, and drama behind the lie detector test — inclu…
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Next Gen NYC: Evictions, Bankruptcies & Why Damon Dash is Broke
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Legal team, welcome to part 2 of our Next Gen NYC breakdown. From Charlie Zakkor’s bankruptcy and Ava Dash’s eviction drama to Damon Dash’s lawsuits, we’re diving into the mess of money and fame. Plus, updates on Ariana Biermann’s DUI, Kim, Kroy and Brielle and Kandi Burruss’s headline-making podcast guest. What’s on the docket? Charlie Zakkor’s ba…
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Next Gen NYC: Crypto Crimes & Scams (Part 1)
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Legal Team, today we’re diving into the wild legal web surrounding Bravo’s newest hit, Next Gen NYC. From SEC investigations to shocking criminal allegations, the cast’s off-screen drama might just rival what’s happening on screen. Buckle up—this is only the beginning, and we’ll be back with even more in part two. What’s on the docket? Next Gen NYC…
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McBee Dynasty: Family Feuds and Federal Fraud
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Legal Team, this week we’re diving into the infamous McBee Dynasty, where family drama meets federal crime. From Steve Sr. and Christy’s messy divorce and accusations of hidden assets, to Galyna’s rise from housekeeper to CFO, the McBees’ empire is tangled in lawsuits and shady money moves. Now, with Steve Sr. pleading guilty to crop insurance frau…
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Legal Team, we’re wrapping our multi-part deep dive into the Tommy Manzo federal trial with the last round of witnesses, closing arguments, and the verdict. From explosive insider accounts to unexpected character testimony, this episode brings the trial to a dramatic close. We also break down the jury’s decision, Manzo’s sentencing, and Lexi’s cand…
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Trigger Warning: Discussion of violence. We’re back in the courtroom for part two of the Tommy Manzo trial, Legal Team, and diving straight into pivotal witness testimony. First up: Louis Spagnola, a police lieutenant and lifelong friend of Tommy, who sheds light on Manzo’s reaction to Dina’s new relationship and the lengths he allegedly went to di…
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Trigger Warning: Discussion of violence and domestic violence. Legal Team, we're kicking off our multi-part deep dive into the federal trial of Tommy Manzo—and yes, we have the full trial transcripts. This episode covers the opening statements from both sides, a refresher on the Manzo family's tangled history, and chilling testimony from the trial’…
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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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Legal 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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The 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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Legal 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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Since 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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Legal 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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Legal 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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In 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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Welcome 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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It’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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Welcome 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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While 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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Part 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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