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Lenny Hochstein Accused of Medical Malpractice Part 2
Ep 176 · Aug 12, 2026 · 53 min
Legal team, on the docket this week we have two more medical malpractice cases against the self-described ‘Boob God’ and ex-husband of RHOM star Lisa Hochstein: Lenny Hochstein. A warning to all that one of these cases involves some graphic details of a ‘mommy makeover’ gone wrong. We’re tying up the Pauline Pearlman case from last week, breaking down Alan Jaffery and Miriam Pavlovsky’s claims of poor pre and post-operative management, and discussing what Lenny’s defenses might be in both cases.…
Lenny Hochstein Accused of SA and Medical Malpractice
Ep 175 · Aug 5, 2026 · 45 min
Legal team, we are returning to the Real Housewives cinematic universe and going to talk about one of our favorite house husbands to shade, Lenny Hochstein. We’ve covered him before, including his divorce with Lisa, but there’s been a wave of Lenny lawsuits lately that we’re here to dissect. On the docket this week are two cases - one involving allegations of sexual battery and intentional infliction of emotional distress and the other involving medical malpractice. Lenny is being accused of dru…
Love Is Blind Part 3: Renee Poche and Stephen Richardson
Ep 174 · Jul 29, 2026 · 1 hr 7 min
Legal team, we’re closing out our Love Is Blind series with a few more cast members who filed lawsuits against Netflix production. On the docket this week we’re discussing Renee Poche and Stephen Richardson’s alleged experiences being a part of Love Is Blind, and what they are claiming is unlawful about the way they were treated pre and post production. We also explain why it may seem like we counter the arguments made by cast members, and where our frustrations truly lie when it comes to these…
Love Is Blind Part 2: Tran Dang v. Netflix Production
Ep 173 · Jul 22, 2026 · 42 min
*Trigger warning* - this case involves sexual assault. Legal team, continuing on with our Love Is Blind series, on the docket this week is a case from Season 5 contestant Tran Dang, whose time on the show was never aired. During her season, Tran formed a relationship with LIB contestant Thomas Smith, and they ended up getting engaged. This case that Tran Dang filed is against multiple parties including Kinetic Content, LLC, Delirium TV, LLC and Thomas Smith. A settlement has been reached, but we…
Love Is Blind Part 1: Jeremy Hartwell v. Netflix
Ep 172 · Jul 15, 2026 · 40 min
Legal team, on the docket this week we’re starting off our Love Is Blind series strong with Jeremy Hartwell’s lawsuit against Netflix over unpaid wages. Even though they have reached a $1.4 million settlement, we still think this case is worth diving into, as it provides insight into how reality TV stars are compensated. We discuss Jeremy’s complaints and allegations against the network, how class action lawsuits work and who benefits, and the differences and advantages of hiring independent con…
Tyra v. Netflix: America's Next Top Lawsuit?
Ep 171 · Jul 8, 2026 · 48 min
Legal team, this week on the docket we’re giving an update on Leah McSweeney’s lawsuit against Bravo…you know, one of those cases Andy probably wishes would go away. And then we dive into a new case —Tyra Banks vs. Netflix: why she’s filing this lawsuit, the claims she’s presenting, and of course, where we think she has valid points, and where she does not. Tyra agreed to be in the series Reality Check: Insane America’s Next Top Model, but now is claiming that she was a victim of defamation. We…
(Re-Release) McBee Dynasty: Family Feuds and Federal Fraud
Ep 170 · Jul 1, 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
Legal Team, on the docket this week is a re-release of our deep dive into the infamous McBee Dynasty, where family drama meets federal crime. In this beginning of this episode, we give an update on the new claims against Steve McBee by the US government, including the alleged fraudulent money transfers he made to his sons. 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 mone…
Pinky Cole’s Vegan Empire to Bankruptcy Story
Ep 169 · Jun 24, 2026 · 46 min
Legal team, on the docket this week we’re discussing RHOA star Pinky Cole’s various lawsuits that have taken a hit at her successful vegan empire and led her to file for bankruptcy. These cases involve dram shop laws, wage and hour violations, and streaming without proper commercial licensing against Bar Vegan, one of Pinky’s Atlanta establishments. It seems Pinky is already turning her story of failure around to educate her audience about what she has learned from her business mistakes. What’s…
Pattie Gonia vs. Patagonia Trademark Dispute
Ep 168 · Jun 17, 2026 · 48 min
Legal team, this week we are departing from our Bravo cinematic universe and jumping into the world of drag to discuss the trademark dispute between Pattie Gonia and Patagonia. The outdoor clothing brand Patagonia is suing Wyn Wiley, a drag queen known as Pattie Gonia, for trademark infringement and for breaching their 2022 informal agreement. We break down what trademark really means, what each side is arguing, and how to not infringe on trademark rights. We also provide examples of other trade…
Updates From Dorit Kemsley and Kandi Burruss’ Divorces
Ep 167 · Jun 10, 2026 · 1 hr 8 min
Legal team, we’ve got yet another divorce update episode for you this week. After filing for divorce last year, Dorit Kemsley has been refusing to cooperate with PK on the impending foreclosure of their Adlon property, and has faced backlash from both PK and the public on her lavish spending habits. While we go through in detail what PK’s requests and frustrations are, we do not have Dorit’s side of the story yet - although we have come to the decision that everyone ultimately sucks in this situ…
Updates From Drew Sidora and Kim Zolciak’s Divorces
Ep 166 · Jun 3, 2026 · 51 min
Legal team - we’re back this week to discuss the messy divorces of Atlanta housewife Drew Sidora and husband, Ralph Pittman, as well as RHOA alum Kim Zolciak and ex-husband, Kroy Biermann. We get into the most recent court filings and orders, the claims against spouses, details on the latest trials, and where each couple currently stands. If you’ve not been tuned into these marital train wrecks, don’t worry - we give background to recap what we’ve discussed in previous episodes. Get ready to div…
Erika Jayne’s $25 Million Lawsuit (Part 2)
Ep 165 · May 27, 2026 · 55 min
Well Legal Team, we recorded this before the news broke that Erika settled, which is HUGE news and brings an anticlimatic ending to this 4 year-long legal battle . Last episode, we went through the claims that were going to the judge, and now we are tackling the claims that were going to the jury. Even though the trial won’t take place, we hope this episode still provides knowledge and understanding around why this $25 million lawsuit was sold, what claims against Erika were being pursued by the…
Erika Jayne’s $25 Million Lawsuit
Ep 164 · May 20, 2026 · 47 min
Legal team - there’s a new Erika Jayne trial to discuss! In this episode, we break down the legal claims against Erika Jayne, what evidence the plaintiff has to back up these claims, and what Erika’s defenses are. Is she liable for the $25 million dollars sent to EJ Global? Or will she be able to use an “alter ego” defense to maintain her innocence? We’ll be following along closely… What’s on the docket? What Erika’s trial is about Summary of Girardi & Keese law firm bankruptcy What are th…
Welcome to The Real Housewives of Rhode Island
Ep 163 · May 13, 2026 · 34 min
Legal team, we have a new housewives franchise on our screens - Real Housewives of Rhode Island. We share our first impressions on the cast and what we know so far about their legal involvements. There’s tracking devices, drug trafficking schemes, rent relief fraud, and of course, a mistress. This episode is just an amuse-bouche of what’s to come when we have more documents to dive into. And if you’re the psychic that worked with the Pontarellis - DM us, we’d love to talk! What’s on the docket?…
Clayton Echard: Speaking His Truth on the Paternity Scandal
Ep 162 · May 6, 2026 · 1 hr 21 min
Legal team, we are so excited to have our very first interview with a victim in one of the cases we have covered extensively. Former Bachelor Clayton Echard joins us to talk in-depth about how one night with Laura Owens spiraled into a legal nightmare, stemming from a faked pregnancy.Throughout this whole process, Clayton has remained honest to what transpired between him and Laura, and we acknowledge the smart decisions he’s made around how to take on Laura and her manipulat…
Lisa Hochstein's Felony Criminal Charges
Ep 161 · Apr 29, 2026 · 48 min
“Real Housewives of Miami” star Lisa Hochstein turned herself in to Miami authorities after her ex-husband Lenny Hochstein accused her and her ex-boyfriend Joey Glidden of putting a secret recording device under his vehicle in 2023. We get into all the details and context behind Lisa’s felony charge, the emergency petitions filed, and the current status of the contentious Hochstein divorce. Miami Vice: The Hochstein Divorce (previous episode on Lisa and Lenny's divorce) What’s on the Docke…
Dissecting Jen Shah's People Interview
Ep 160 · Apr 22, 2026 · 59 min
Legal team, we know you have all been waiting for us to react to Jen Shah's People interview, and we are here to deliver. A few weeks ago, Jen Shah sat down with People to open up about her time in prison and reflect on her crimes. Was her time served an actual learning lesson for her? Does she feel remorse for the victims? Is she capable of taking full responsibility for her actions? We're here to fact-check her answers and give our takes on her version of the truth. What's on the Docket?…
Below Deck Continued: The Emile Kotze Lawsuit
Ep 159 · Apr 15, 2026 · 55 min
Legal team, we’re back with another Below Deck lawsuit. Emile Kotze, a deckhand from Below Deck Season 3, is suing production, claiming that production created a hostile work environment for the sake of TV ratings, including forcing him to engage sexually with another crew member as well as discrimination and deceptive editing. We dive into this lawsuit and share our thoughts on Emile’s claims…are they valid or is this going to be an uphill battle for him? What’s on the Docke…
Below Deck Under Fire: The Gary King Lawsuit
Ep 76 · Apr 9, 2026 · 1 hr 20 min
Legal Team, you voted and we delivered. This week we’re breaking down the Below Deck lawsuits making waves behind the scenes, including the claims against Gary King and the broader legal fallout tied to the reality reckoning movement. From what allegedly happened off camera to how production responded and what the law actually says about workplace protections, retaliation, and liability, we’re unpacking where reality TV ends and real le…
Re-Release: The Sentencing of Jennifer Shah Part 1
Ep 157 · Apr 1, 2026 · 53 min
Legal Team, we’re re-releasing Part 1 of our Jen Shah series today for a reason. With People Magazine dropping her first post-prison interview, we felt it was important to revisit what was actually proven in court and what Jen Shah pled guilty to. In Part 1 of this series, we break down the foundation of the case against Jen Shah, including how the telemarketing scheme worked, who it targeted, and why the facts don’t come from he…
Reality TV Production Secrets with Liv On Air
Ep 156 · Mar 25, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Legal Team, we’re pulling back the curtain on reality TV with former producer Olivia Ravasio Banghart, aka Liv On Air, who’s worked on everything from Married at First Sight to American Idol. In this episode, we get into what actually goes on behind the scenes, from how storylines are shaped to the real role producers play in creating the shows we watch. We also dig into the legal side of reality TV, including contracts, NDAs, rele…
Demi Fires Back at Marciano’s Lawsuit (Part 2)
Ep 155 · Mar 18, 2026 · 46 min
TW: Discussions of Sexual Assault Legal Team, we’re picking up right where we left off, continuing Demi Engemann’s response to Marciano Brunette’s lawsuit before diving into the Jeff Jenkins production company’s bold attempt to shut the case down entirely. From actual malice to opinion defenses and major contract issues, we break down what’s being argued and why the producers may have just changed the trajectory of this case entirely. What’s on the Docket? &nb…
Demi Fires Back at Marciano’s Lawsuit (Part 1)
Ep 154 · Mar 11, 2026 · 41 min
Legal Team, we’re back with an update on the Marciano vs. Demi lawsuit tied to The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and Vanderpump Villa. In this episode, we break down Demi and the production company’s official response to Marciano’s defamation claims, including the legal arguments they’re using to try to shut the case down. From anti-SLAPP protections to reality TV contracts and release clauses, we walk through why the defendants believe this lawsuit should be dismissed an…
Fake Pregnancies and 14 Felonies: The Laura Owens Bachelor Paternity Scandal (Part 2)
Ep 153 · Mar 4, 2026 · 57 min
Legal Team, we’re back with Part 2 of our Laura Owens coverage, and the situation has officially moved from internet drama into the criminal courts. In this episode, we break down the latest developments in the investigation tied to the Clayton Echard paternity saga, including law enforcement’s involvement and the evidence now at the center of the case. We also walk through each of the criminal charges filed against Laura Owens, explaining what prosecutors allege happened and…
Fake Pregnancies and 14 Felonies: The Laura Owens Bachelor Paternity Scandal (Part 1)
Ep 152 · Feb 25, 2026 · 39 min
Legal Team, we’re diving back into one of the wildest stories we’ve ever covered: an alleged fake-pregnancy scheme that ultimately ensnared a former Bachelor. In this continuation, we zoom out from Clayton Echard and unpack the disturbing pattern that allegedly came before him, including more fabricated pregnancies, more stolen ultrasounds, restraining orders, and escalating legal warfare. We break down the men Laura Owens targeted before Clayton then review the court’s detailed findin…
Marciano vs. Demi: MomTok’s Legal Era Begins (Part 2)
Ep 151 · Feb 18, 2026 · 41 min
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 narrativ…
Marciano vs. Demi: MomTok’s Legal Era Begins (Part 1)
Ep 150 · Feb 11, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
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 pub…
How to Lose Friends and Manifest Legal Trouble: Amanda Frances
Ep 149 · Feb 4, 2026 · 54 min
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 fede…
Bonus Episode: BravoCon Unfiltered with Bravo by Gays
Ep 202 · Jan 28, 2026 · 1 hr 28 min
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 BravoC…
From Roses to Restraining Orders: The Traitors’ Colton Underwood
Ep 148 · Jan 28, 2026 · 49 min
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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