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The Bravo Docket

Cesie and Angela

Welcome toThe Bravo Docket, where pop culture 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 pop culture. 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 withThe Bravo Docket!Cesie is licensed to practice in California and New York

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00:40:38

Marciano vs. Demi: MomTok’s Legal Era Begins (Part 2)

The Bravo Docket ·

2026/02/18

Trigger Warning: Discussions of sexual assault. Legal Team, we’re back in Salt Lake City and this week we’re zooming out to look at the bigger legal picture in Marciano’s lawsuit against Demi from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. After breaking down the drama, text messages, and on-screen fallout, we’re now focusing on what actually has to be proven in court. From defamation standards to public figure hurdles, we unpack how reality TV narratives collide with real world legal thresholds and

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01:03:07

Marciano vs. Demi: MomTok’s Legal Era Begins (Part 1)

The Bravo Docket ·

2026/02/11

Trigger Warning: Discussions of Sexual Assault Legal Team, will MomTok survive this? After binge-watching The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, we’re breaking down the lawsuit that’s officially blurred the line between reality TV drama and real-world litigation. This episode unpacks Marciano Brunette’s lawsuit against Demi Engemann, and how the conflict played out across Vanderpump Villa and The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. With on-screen storylines colliding with legal strategy and public

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00:54:12

How to Lose Friends and Manifest Legal Trouble:...

The Bravo Docket ·

2026/02/04

Legal Team, we’re back in Beverly Hills with more research into Amanda Frances. From questionable cease-and-desist letters allegedly sent to Redditors leaving reviews, to a failed federal lawsuit over the “look and feel” of another woman’s finance book. In this episode, we break down the consumer rights issues, the limits of non-disparagement clauses for people leaving honest reviews, and why Amanda’s attempt to claim ownership over “As F**k” and bathtub-money vibes didn’t exactly impress a federal

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00:49:14

From Roses to Restraining Orders: The Traitors’...

The Bravo Docket ·

2026/01/28

Legal Team, we’re heading to Scotland… by way of The Bachelor and a very disturbing real-life paper trail. This week we break down the restraining order filed by Cassie Randolph against former Bachelor Colton Underwood, whose alleged stalking behavior included harassing texts, anonymous burner numbers, and a tracking device found taped to her car. We walk through the court filings, the receipts, and how it all connects to the carefully managed public image he presents today on The Traitors. This

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01:27:45

Bonus Episode: BravoCon Unfiltered with Bravo by Gays

The Bravo Docket ·

2026/01/28

Legal Team, surprise! We’re dropping a bonus episode with a behind-the-scenes recap of our BravoCon adventures with Larry from Bravo by Gays. From chaotic travel days and unexpected celeb run-ins to late-night parties, packed panels, and the absolute marathon that is BravoCon weekend, we’re spilling all the tea. It’s less courtroom, more chaos — and a fun peek at what really goes down when Bravo fans and Bravolebs take over Vegas. What’s on the Docket? How we met Larry and why BravoCon

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01:10:18

Is Amanda Frances Manifesting Legal Trouble?

The Bravo Docket ·

2026/01/21

Legal Team, RHOBH is back with fresh faces and fresh money claims. This week, we’re breaking down newbie Amanda Frances and the business behind her luxury coaching empire. We take a closer look at how Amanda presents her financial success on the show, what her coaching model actually offers, and why the pricing raises some eyebrows. From influencer-style marketing to high-dollar mentorship programs, we examine where empowerment branding ends and legal scrutiny can begin, giving you the context you

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00:54:01

What RHOSLC Didn’t Show You About Britani Bateman

The Bravo Docket ·

2026/01/14

Trigger Warning: Discussions of sexual assault.It’s a new year and we’re back, Legal Team. We’re kicking things off by unpacking one of the messiest and most layered legal stories to come out of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. This episode dives into Britani Bateman’s off-screen legal history, including her past disputes with her ex-husband, and how that relationship provides critical context for who she is and what we saw play out this season. We also break down Jared Osmond’s own messy

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00:53:03

The Bravo Docket Wrapped 2025

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/12/24

Legal Team, 2025 is coming to a close—and we’re wrapping up the year with one final deep dive into the juiciest Bravo legal battles and the chaos that shook the last few months. Plus, we take a trip down memory lane to revisit our favorite moments, Reddit sleuthing, and the stories that kept us talking all year long. What’s on the Docket?Jen Shah’s early release—and why a Bravo comeback might not be over Mia Thornton’s arrest and potential legal fallout Meghan King Edmonds loses temporary

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00:52:04

The Government Responds to Wendy Osefo

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/12/17

Legal Team, we’re continuing our coverage of Wendy Osefo as the government responds to her recent filings. We break down the state’s opposition to Wendy’s motion to quash, what the response clarifies about both sides’ arguments, and what it signals for the case moving forward. Plus, we examine Wendy’s team releasing a public statement and zoom out on the growing role of attorney led PR during active cases, when it’s allowed and when it can backfire. What’s on the Docket The state’s opposition

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00:49:54

Wendy Osefo’s Next Move

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/12/10

Legal Team, we’re back with a major update on the Wendy Osefo case. Wendy is facing 16 criminal counts, and since our last episode she’s filed a wave of motions challenging the evidence against her. We break down what she’s asking the court to dismiss or suppress, why her chain-of-custody request is raising eyebrows, and what her own discovery obligations now look like. We also unpack her original bid to sever her trial from Eddie’s (which they now want back to being consolidated), how marital

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01:16:40

Marco Marco vs. Erika Jayne Updates (Pt. 2)

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/12/03

Legal Team, we are back with another chapter in the Erika Girardi saga, this time unpacking the new federal lawsuit targeting her current attorney James Wilkes. We break down who Wilkes is, why he was sending Erika six figure payments before Tom Girardi’s collapse, and what Chris Psaila and Marco Morante are now accusing him of including civil abuse of process and conspiracy. We also share a quick update on Tom’s Illinois case and the shocking (or not so shocking) twist that dropped right after we

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00:55:35

Marco Marco vs. Erika Jayne Updates (Pt. 1)

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/11/26

We’re back with a fresh update on the long-running Marco Marco vs. Erika Jayne saga—the alleged credit-card-fraud case we’ve been following for years. This time we're uncovering the truth behind the headline: RHOBH's Erika Jayne Loses SLAPP Appeal in $18 Million Lawsuit From Designer. If it’s your first time tuning into this drama, don’t worry, we’ll give you a quick refresher before diving into the latest twists: the U.S. government being dismissed from the lawsuit, AMEX staying in the fight, and

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01:10:16

Carlos King on Chaos, Casting, and Court Cases

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/11/19

Legal Team, we’ve got a major treat today: former Bravo producer and now CEO of his own production company Carlos King is in the courtroom! In this special episode, we’re stepping outside our usual case files to hear from the legend himself about the latest Bravo-verse lawsuits and what really goes on behind the scenes. Carlos breaks down why Housewives so often end up in legal or financial trouble, how producer guidance actually works, why social media has warped the genre, and his unfiltered

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00:31:26

Preaching Profit: Church Lawsuits & Mary Cosby (Part 2)

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/11/12

Legal team, we’re still in Salt Lake City this week and diving back into Mary Cosby’s church saga. In part two, we’re unpacking the latest legal drama between Mary, Robert, and former associate Annie Lois Johnson. From the fiery demand letter they sent in May to a surprising email from Johnson’s alleged daughter-in-law, we break down what sparked this new lawsuit, how much money’s on the line, and why the timing is so curious. What’s on the docket? The demand letter Mary and Robert sent to

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00:45:46

Preaching Profit: Church Lawsuits & Mary Cosby (Part 1)

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/11/05

Legal Team, we’re diving back into one of our most requested and popular topics: Mary Cosby’s church. First, we’re zooming out to explore the bigger picture of church-owned businesses, from the LDS Church’s corporate holdings to Texas megachurches facing major financial lawsuits. Then we’re tracing the origins of Mary’s church, the empire her grandmother Rosemary built, and how former associate Annie Lois Johnson became entangled in legal drama with Mary and Robert Cosby. From the tangled web of

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00:55:04

Todd Nepola’s Million-Dollar Meltdown

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/10/29

Things are heating up in Miami! Alexia Echevarria’s ex-husband, Todd Nepola, has traded reality TV for the real courtroom, suing Bravo for defamation. We’re breaking down his lawsuit, his Instagram outbursts, and what exactly he’s seeking in damages. From claims of producer manipulation to his obsession with how he’s portrayed on screen, we’re unpacking why this legal move may have done him more harm than good — because honestly, we might’ve forgotten about Todd (and his on-screen behavior)

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00:55:07

The Sister Wives Legal Files (Part 2)

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/10/22

We’re back for part two of our Sister Wives deep dive! This week, we’re unpacking the legal twists and turns behind Kody Brown’s unconventional family — from bankruptcy filings and bigamy investigations to the lawsuit that challenged Utah’s anti-polygamy laws. We’ll explore how the Browns managed to stay on TV despite potential felony charges, what their “spiritual marriages” actually mean under the law, and the financial fallout that came with life in plural marriage. What’s on the

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01:12:59

Wendy and Eddie Osefo’s Arrest

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/10/15

Legal Team, this is an emergency episode we never thought we’d record. The Real Housewives of Potomac’s Wendy and Eddie Osefo have just been indicted, and the details are wild. We’re breaking down the 16 counts of insurance fraud, the alleged staged burglary, the sheriff’s press conference, and what this could mean for their careers, reputations, and yes… Eddie’s law license. From social media slip-ups to a year of filming like nothing happened, this one has it all. What’s on the Docket: Our

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00:51:03

The Sister Wives Legal Files (Part 1)

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/10/08

Legal Team, this week we’re stepping outside Bravo for a two-part deep dive into the world of Mormonism, polygamy, and Sister Wives. We’re unpacking the origins of polygamy within the LDS Church, how it’s treated under modern law, and how Kody Brown and his wives managed to stay on TV despite its illegality. Next episode, we’ll dive into the Sister Wives lawsuits themselves and answer your biggest questions about this fascinating family and so much more. What’s on the docket? The origins of

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00:58:06

Don’t Mess with Cardi B

The Bravo Docket ·

2025/10/01

Legal Team, this week we’re diving into Cardi B’s latest courtroom battle — a case simple in theory but overflowing with drama. From Emani Ellis’ flimsy claims and her lawyer’s chaotic tactics to Cardi’s raw, credible testimony that only strengthened her case, this trial had it all. With rare jury questions, a plaintiff who left empty-handed, and Cardi’s post-trial reminder that deep pockets don’t guarantee payouts, this one set the record straight. What’s on the docket? Who is Emani Ellis

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