Episódios

  • Next Gen NYC: Crypto Crimes & Scams (Part 1)
    Aug 27 2025
    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 show overview and cast highlights Omar Zaki’s shady behavior — from failed investments to crypto schemes, how he got caught, and what he's up to now Charlie Zakkor’s ties to the infamous crypto “townhouse of horrors” Background on Will Duplessie and John Woeltz (the alleged torturers) and their victim Michael Valentino Carturan Their arraignment and the charges they’re facing Access additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://zez.am/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 information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri. Thank you to our incredible sponsors! Balance of Nature: Use code DOCKET for 35% off your first order as a preferred customer, PLUS get a free bottle of Fiber and Spice at www.balanceofnature.com Quince: Go to ⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/DOCKET⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. Rula: Go to ⁠⁠⁠Rula.com/BRAVODOCKET⁠⁠⁠ to get started today. Wayfair: Head to ⁠⁠⁠Wayfair.com⁠⁠⁠ right now to shop all things home. Square Hardware: Get up to $200 off Square hardware at ⁠⁠square.com/go/docket⁠⁠ Monarch Money: Use code DOCKET at ⁠⁠monarchmoney.com⁠⁠ in your browser for half off your first year. Function Health: The first 1,000 to sign up get a $100 credit toward their membership. Visit ⁠⁠www.functionhealth.com/BRAVODOCKET⁠⁠ or use gift code BRAVODOCKET100 at sign-up to own your health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hora
  • McBee Dynasty: Family Feuds and Federal Fraud
    Aug 20 2025
    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 fraud and facing sentencing in September 2025, the dynasty’s future hangs in the balance. What’s on the docket? Details on the rise (and chaos) of the McBee Dynasty Steve “Senior” McBee and his sprawling business empire The messy divorce between Christy and Steve Senior How Galyna went from housekeeper to CFO Steve Jr. and ex-girlfriend Calah’s family legal drama The federal charges against Steve explained Understanding the federal crop insurance program and its connection to this case Access additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://zez.am/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 information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri. Thank you to our incredible sponsors! Skims: Shop our favorite bras and underwear at SKIMS.com. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. Quince: Go to ⁠⁠Quince.com/DOCKET⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. Rula: Go to ⁠⁠Rula.com/BRAVODOCKET⁠⁠ to get started today. Wayfair: Head to ⁠⁠Wayfair.com⁠⁠ right now to shop all things home. Square Hardware: Get up to $200 off Square hardware at ⁠square.com/go/docket⁠ Monarch Money: Use code DOCKET at ⁠monarchmoney.com⁠ in your browser for half off your first year. Function Health: The first 1,000 to sign up get a $100 credit toward their membership. Visit ⁠www.functionhealth.com/BRAVODOCKET⁠ or use gift code BRAVODOCKET100 at sign-up to own your health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 minutos
  • The Trial of Tommy Manzo: Part 3
    Aug 13 2025
    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 candid reflections in the aftermath. What’s on the docket? Key testimony from mob associate Lorenzo Tripodi and his connection to the case Lorenzo’s account of Tommy Manzo’s role in planning the assault A detailed play-by-play of the attack Additional testimony from the lead investigator, the Brownstone CFO, a priest, and an eyewitness Closing arguments from both sides and the jury’s days-long deliberation Tommy’s guilty verdict, sentencing, and plea deal Lexi’s perspective on Tommy and its impact on her mother Access additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://zez.am/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 information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri. Thank you to our incredible sponsors! Ollie: Head to Ollie.com/docket, tell them all about your dog, and use code DOCKET to get 60% off your Welcome Kit when you subscribe today! Homeaglow: Head to homeaglow.com/bravodocket to get your first 3 hours of cleaning for only $19! Quince: Go to ⁠Quince.com/DOCKET⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. Rula: Go to ⁠Rula.com/BRAVODOCKET⁠ to get started today. Wayfair: Head to ⁠Wayfair.com⁠ right now to shop all things home. Square Hardware: Get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/docket Monarch Money: Use code DOCKET at monarchmoney.com in your browser for half off your first year. Function Health: The first 1,000 to sign up get a $100 credit toward their membership. Visit www.functionhealth.com/BRAVODOCKET or use gift code BRAVODOCKET100 at sign-up to own your health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hora e 16 minutos
  • The Trial of Tommy Manzo: Part 2
    Aug 6 2025
    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 dig up dirt on David Cantin. Then, we hear from David himself, as he recounts the brutal attack outside The Brownstone and the lasting toll it’s taken on him. Stay tuned for more next week! Access additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://zez.am/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 information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri. Thank you to our incredible sponsors! Graza: Visit https://graza.co/DOCKET and use promo code DOCKET today for 10% off of the TRIO! Quince: Go to Quince.com/DOCKET for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. Rula: Go to Rula.com/BRAVODOCKET to get started today. Wayfair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Function Health: Visit www.functionhealth.com/BRAVODOCKET or use gift code BRAVODOCKET100 Monarch Money: Use code DOCKET at monarchmoney.com in your browser for half off your first year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 minutos
  • The Trial of Tommy Manzo: Part 1
    Jul 30 2025
    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’s first witness, Dina Manzo. From mob ties and wedding trades at the Brownstone to shocking allegations of violence, there’s a lot to unpack. Stay tuned for parts 2 and 3! What’s on the docket? A refresher on the Manzo family’s tangled history The Brownstone’s Sopranos cameo and how life imitated art when the feds used it to build their case Key takeaways from the prosecution’s opening statement The Brownstone “wedding trade” and how it factors into the allegations The charges Tommy Manzo faced The defense’s bold opening argument Dina Manzo’s emotional testimony and cross-examination Access additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://zez.am/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 information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri. Thank you to our incredible sponsors! Quince: Go to ⁠Quince.com/docket⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns. Rula: Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at ⁠https://www.rula.com/[bravodocket]⁠ #rulapod Wayfair: Head to ⁠Wayfair.com⁠ right now to explore a HUGE outdoor selection. Function Health: Learn more and join using our/my link. Visit www.functionhealth.com/BRAVODOCKET Alloy: Join the 95% of women who tried Alloy and saw relief in the first 2 weeks. Head to ⁠Myalloy.com⁠ and enter code DOCKET to get $20 off your first order. Monarch Money: Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at ⁠www.monarchmoney.com/DOCKET⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hora e 25 minutos
  • The Manzos: A Family Affair (Rewind)
    Jul 23 2025
    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 the sequence of events and the nature of the crimes. From alleged mob connections, including the still unsolved murder of Albert Manzo Sr., to intertwined families, violent attacks, and deep family rifts, this rerun covers the chaos that’s followed the Real Housewives of New Jersey adjacent family for decades. Buckle up. Access additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://zez.am/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 information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri. Thank you to our incredible sponsors! Quince: Go to Quince.com/docket for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns. Rula: Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/[bravodocket] #rulapod Wayfair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to explore a HUGE outdoor selection. Function Health: Learn more and join using our/my link. Visit www.functionhealth.com/BRAVODOCKET Alloy: Join the 95% of women who tried Alloy and saw relief in the first 2 weeks. Head to Myalloy.com and enter code DOCKET to get $20 off your first order. Monarch Money: Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarchmoney.com/DOCKET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 minutos
  • Whoop It Up... in Court?
    Jul 16 2025
    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 questions about what was promised, what was delivered, and what the law says about protecting vulnerable adults. We break down Vicki’s background in insurance, what the plaintiff alleges, how annuities work, and why this case has Reddit and Us Weekly buzzing. What’s on the docket? A refresher on Vicki Gunvalson’s background and career in insurance How you can take a life insurance policy out on someone The key claims in Diane Field’s financial elder abuse lawsuit against Vicki Annuities 101: what they are, the different types, and why they matter here Alleged misrepresentations in the sale of the insurance The California laws that govern elder financial abuse and insurance sales Access additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://zez.am/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 information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri. Thank you to our incredible sponsors! Quince: Go to Quince.com/docket for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns. Rula: Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/[bravodocket] Wayfair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to explore a HUGE outdoor selection. Dupe: Go to Dupe.com today and find similar products for less. It’s 100% free to use. Stop wasting money on brand names and start saving with Dupe.com today. Function Health: Learn more and join using our/my link. The first 1000 get a $100 credit toward their membership. Visit www.functionhealth.com/BRAVODOCKET or use gift code BRAVODOCKET at sign-up. Graza: Head to Graza.co and use DOCKET to get 10% off of the TRIO Monarch Money: Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarchmoney.com/DOCKET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 minutos
  • The Chrisley Trial Files: What the Headlines Missed (Part 2)
    Jul 9 2025
    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, deception, and damning receipts. Plus, what Lindsay Chrisley had to say on the stand and the family sex tape scandal that came with it. What’s on the docket? Annie Kate Ponds’ role in launching Chrisley Knows Best and her ties to Chrisley Asset Management Behind-the-scenes insights into Chrisley Knows Best, including how the cast got paid Mark Braddock’s explosive testimony about fraud, secret emails, and his personal relationship with Todd Elizabeth “Nanny Faye” Chrisley’s testimony and her memorable strategy on the stand Lindsay Chrisley takes the stand and addresses the alleged sex tape extortion scandal Access additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://zez.am/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 information should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network. Cesie is admitted to the State Bars of California and New York. Angela is admitted to the State Bars of Texas, Kansas, and Missouri. Thank you to our incredible sponsors! Quince: Go to Quince.com/docket for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns. Rula: Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/[bravodocket] Wayfair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to explore a HUGE outdoor selection. Function Health: Function is offering 160+ Lab Tests for $365 to anyone who signs up between July 7th and July 11th. To learn more and get started, visit www.functionhealth.com/BRAVODOCKET Ollie - Head to ollie.com/docket tell them all about your dog, and use code DOCKET to get 60% off your Welcome Kit when you subscribe today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hora e 20 minutos