With the release of Britney’s memoir came a reignited discussion of her custody battles and her conservatorship which we are here to discuss in depth. Months could be spent on everything filed and more time could be spent on how this went so wrong and how this was allowed to happen. We provide thoughts on Britney’s memoir, analyze her custody battle, and dive into notable filings in her drawn out conservatorship. This is the first episode of the deep dive I recommended. https://www.youtube.com/w...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 81
We're picking up where we left off - answering what it means to be found competent to stand trial. This episode focuses on the arguments Tom's defense counsel made on why he should be found incompetent to stand trial and we get into the difference between competency and the insanity defense, with references to Mob Wives, the Sopranos, a few serial killers and an insanity defense that actually worked for Lorena Bobbitt. As mentioned in the episode, we are hosting a meet-up on Saturday, November 4...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 80
What does it mean to be found competent to stand trial? We are here to explain everything about competency in the context of Tom Girardi. Earlier this year, Tom Girardi was indicted on federal criminal charges in two separate districts. But the cases are at a stand still while the court determines whether Tom Girardi is competent to stand trial. In this first part of a two-part competency discussion we lay the ground work of how we got here in Tom's cases. We cover his conservatorship and lay th...
Oct 04, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 79
This is a re-release of an episode we first aired in April 2021 but with Mary back on SLC, it's a fitting time to listen again. In this episode we do our best to give you an overview of the long and sordid litigation history of Mama Cosby’s Probate Estate – including accusations of foul play resulting in the exhumation of a body, allegations of forged signatures that go up to the Utah Supreme Court, a jury trial with a million dollar verdict, and how preachers can have 5 homes and 2 private plan...
Sep 20, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 78
We are wrapping up our coverage of David and Lesley Beador's contentious, yet short-lived divorce. This ep includes dramatic readings (ft. guest John) of the affidavits and supporting exhibits they both filed when seeking temporary restraining orders against each other and a full rundown of what happened before they eventually reconciled. This episode contains explicit language. Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podc...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 77
In this episode we dive into the history of RHOC's Shannon Storms Beador's tumultuous divorce from David Beador, the accusations made about David while he was on RHOC, and the legal filings surrounding his on-again, off-again, marriage to Leslie Beador. You will also learn about community property in California, how emails concerning the drop off of a child can turn into thousands of dollars in legal fees, David Beador's unfortunate email habits, and why a beach and umbrella emoji got entered in...
Aug 23, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 76
The Bravo Docket is moving new episode releases to WEDNESDAYS! The Bravo Docket is hosted by Cesie and Angela - but who are Cesie and Angela? In this episode we take a detour from keeping it all about the cases and open up about making the podcast, our personal lives, and our reality tv favorites. Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content ...
Aug 02, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 74
Barbie has taken over! For those who have seen the movie, did you catch the fun legal reference at the beginning? Well Angela did and she breaks down what famous Supreme Court case was being argued and its impact. Cesie then summarizes the lawsuit Mattel brought against Aqua for the song, "Barbie Girl." **Episode notes: Who knew 2002 was actually 21 years ago. I'm in denial so please excuse that error. Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodock...
Jul 24, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 73
The Bravo Docket is hosted by Cesie and Angela - but who are Cesie and Angela? In this episode we take a detour from keeping it all about the cases and open up about ourselves by answering questions directly from our legal team. Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal a...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 72
This legal brief covers two similar but unrelated trademark disputes in the reality tv and pop culture universe. First, Robyn and Gizelle of the Real Housewives of Potomac are facing a challenge to their trademark for their podcast, "Reasonably Shady" from no other than Eminem, or the Real Slim Shady. Next, Heather Gay of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City recently sought a trademark for, "Bad Mormon" but quickly received an opposition by the Mormon Church itself. This is a quick form episode...
Jun 28, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 71
This is a continuation of our coverage on the many housewives-related divorces that have occurred in the state of Georgia. We continue to break down the law and legal concepts. We begin with the latest filing by Kroy in his divorce from Kim. We then move on to Kenya's divorce battle and finish with Drew Sidora's divorce which is already starting off contentious. Access our Patreon (join the Supreme Court for our monthly Zooms!), Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebr...
Jun 20, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 70
This episode and the next will be covering the many housewives-related divorces that have occurred in the state of Georgia while breaking down the law and legal concepts. We start with Kim and Kroy Biermann's divorce proceedings which have already gotten messy. We briefly touch on Sheree's proceedings and conclude with Eva Marcille's divorce. We will soon have another episode in which we cover Kenya Moore and Drew Sidora's respective divorces. Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and...
Jun 12, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Given the discussion happening on the Real Housewives of New Jersey reunion about Teresa and Joe's federal crimes and resulting stint in federal prison, we wanted to re-release the three-part series we did last year on the crimes. There seems to be a lot of talk from Teresa about who told on her to the FBI but SPOILER - no one had to. As you'll understand after listening to this, no one needed to tip off the FBI or even the IRS. You will be a Tre and Joe legal scholar after listening to this meg...
Jun 05, 2023•3 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Legal Briefs are short-form episodes of our investigation into a legal topic. This week's covers what happens with the house Tom and Ariana jointly own following the end of their relationship? Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our infor...
May 24, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 67
In this episode Cesie's trial has restarted so John and I discuss some of the events surrounding the Georgia RICO case being brought against Young Thug, AKA Jefferey Lamar Williams. I have a LOT of strong opinions about rap lyrics being used as evidence in a criminal case (spoiler alert - I'm against it) and we discuss the difficulties the court and parties have had in trying to select a jury for this high profile case, i.e. potential jurors being held in contempt for a variety of things includi...
May 15, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 66
In 1999, Real Housewives of New Jersey cast member Margaret Josephs started her brand, the Macbeth Collection, which was then "known for eye popping color, bold prints and whimsical detailing." [1] Her brand expanded as she licensed her designs for ready-to-wear, bags, accessories, beauty, home, tech accessories and luggage and travel. However, with her licensing deals came business and legal headaches, including the lawsuit established, preppy brand Vineyard Vines filed against the Macbeth Coll...
May 02, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 65
In this Legal Brief we discuss personal injury claims in general and the specifics of the lawsuit Crystal Kung Minkoff of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills was recently named in. As always, our podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not provide legal advice. Any party consuming our information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are...
Apr 26, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 64
In this legal brief you will learn all about the defamation lawsuit that Michael Darby filed against Candiace Dilllard Bassett. (Warning, this episode does contain adult language about alleged sexual acts.) We read the complaint, discuss what Michael Darby would have to prove, and give our opinions about the lawsuit, and the claimed damages. As always, our podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and do not...
Apr 18, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 63
This legal brief is a bite-sized episode on updates regarding Jen Shah's restitution. Legal briefs are mini-eps on the things we want to update you on that can't take up an entire episode. Plus it provides you with more content! Let us know your thoughts on the legal briefs at our email: thebravodocket@gmail.com Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocket The Bravo Docket podcast, the statements we make whether in our own media or elsewhere, a...
Apr 12, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 62
We're taking a dive into the trial that took everyone's attention the past two-weeks, the Gwyneth Paltrow trial! It was a basic personal injury lawsuit turned spectacle as Ms. Paltrow waltzed into the courtroom wearing chic aviators and a $250 journal and questions of the parties' heights and statures dominated their examinations. So what was the case about? What were our thoughts on the examinations? What was the outcome? Why was Taylor Swift mentioned? We answer this and more in the episode! T...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Welcome to the first of our Legal Brief episodes. Legal Briefs are bite-sized versions of our regular episodes that cover one topic, one pleading, or your questions. Certain tiers of our patrons get early access to our Legal Brief episodes. Click the link in this episode description to become a patron. This episode discusses the temporary restraining order Raquel was granted against Scheana and her recent, alleged effort to withdraw it before the reunion. Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, ...
Mar 29, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 60
In this second part of our episode on the Gorga lawsuits, we finish covering the lawsuits they have faced and answer the questions YOU submitted to us on Patreon and Instagram. We have heard everyone's request to release more content and we will be releasing short form "minisodes" to supplement our long-form episodes. Appellate and Supreme Court Patreon tiers will get access to the episodes before everyone else. Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here: https://linktr.ee/th...
Mar 21, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 59
It's THE reality tv scandal of the year, it's all we can talk about, it's everything everywhere all at once - it's THE SCANDOVAL and we're here to discuss the legal issues involved. Who knew there would be so much law involved? First, we cover the issues surrounding the home Ariana and Tom jointly own and how the loan Tom acquired can affect Ariana. We then dive into the business deal Greg has with the Toms and what he could have done...and maybe should have done... to protect his business. We d...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 58
In Part 1 of this episode we address your biggest question: Did Joe Gorga lose is parent's house? We dive into the property records, the legal pleadings, and even Melissa's old bravo blogs for answers. We also discuss the three years of litigation involving a fight with Joe Gorga and the Lauritas on one side (featuring Jacqueline Laurita allegedly attacking with a stiletto heel) and Johnny "The Greek" Karagiorgis on the other side, and then we move onto the multi-million dollar federal lawsuit f...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 57
We're tackling one of your most requested topics, the Manzos. The Manzo family mysteries all began with the gruesome murder of Albert Manzo's father in the 80s which was alleged to be at the hand of those in the mafia. Now, thirty years later, the Manzos cannot escape criminal allegations after Tommy Manzo, Dina's ex-husband, was charged in two separate crimes involving attacks on Dina and her new husband. Join us as we discuss the family's history and the criminal allegations. Access our Patreo...
Feb 07, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Cesie is still in trial so John and I discuss the Hochstein divorce and read some interesting excerpts from the multitude of pleadings filed in the case. We go over the prenup, Lenny's motion to kick Lisa out of their Star Island home, Lenny's motion to enforce the prenup, Lisa's requests for monetary support, the arguments over who gets to drive which Rolls Royce, Lenny's financial disclosure at the time of the prenup and in the current divorce proceedings, the restraining order Lenny's new gir...
Jan 23, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 55
In this last and final installment of our coverage on Jen Shah's sentencing, we are discussing her 78-month sentence including what was considered in arriving at that sentence, the purpose of sentencing, and what happens next for her. We also answer YOUR top questions. Part I discussed what the scheme was and compares Jen's arguments to a co-defendants' Part II (A and B) discussed the parties' sentencing memorandums This is Part III Access our Patreon, Instagram, Website, YouTube, and more here:...
Jan 10, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 54
This is the second part in our three-part series on the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star, Jen Shah, and focuses directly on the prosecution's arguments on why she should receive a sentence of 120-months. As you will hear, the government provides a timeline of Jen's involvement in the scheme, discusses the full scope of her involvement, and supports their arguments with text message exhibits. Listen to the Jen Shah's arguments in the episode also released today! Consider this Part II B. Par...
Jan 03, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 53
This is the second part in our three-part series on the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star, Jen Shah, and focuses directly on her arguments on why she should receive a sentence of 36-months. As you will hear, her counsel tries to paint a full picture of who Jen Shah is as a person, how she ended up in the fraud, and the remorse she feels. Listen to the prosecution's arguments in the episode also released today! Consider this Part II A and the next Part II B. Part I discussed what the scheme ...
Jan 03, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Jennifer Shah from the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, is scheduled to be sentenced on January 6, 2023 after pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud for a telemarketing scheme that started in 2012. In this episode, we explain how the scheme began - with a predecessor entity the "Tax Club" founded by one of Jen's co-defendants, what Jen Shah's involvement was, what has happened between her arrest and now, and the sentences her co-defendants have received. Part II will d...
Dec 25, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 51
