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The Bravo Docket

The Bravo Docket

By: Cesie and Angela
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Welcome to The 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 with The Bravo Docket!

Cesie is licensed to practice in California and New York. Angela is licensed to practice in Texas and was admitted to the bars of Kansas and Missouri. The podcast, the statements we make, whether in our own media or elsewhere, and any content we post are for entertainment purposes only and are not legal advice. By listening to the podcast you are not a client of Cesie, Angela, or The Docket, LLC. Any party consuming information provided by The Bravo Docket should consult a lawyer for legal advice. The podcast, our opinions, and our posts, are our own and are not associated with our past and/or current employers, Bravo TV, or any other television network.

Follow us @thebravodocket on Instagram and email us at thebravodocket@gmail.com!

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  • (Re-Release) McBee Dynasty: Family Feuds and Federal Fraud

    (Re-Release) McBee Dynasty: Family Feuds and Federal Fraud
    Jul 1 2026

    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 money moves. We hope this episode gives context to the unfolding legal drama surrounding this family once again.


    What’s on the docket?

    • New claims against Steve McBee’s by the US government
    • 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


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    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.


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  • Pinky Cole’s Vegan Empire to Bankruptcy Story

    Pinky Cole’s Vegan Empire to Bankruptcy Story
    Jun 24 2026
    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 on the docket?Who is Pinky ColePinky Cole’s various lawsuitsOverview of Pinky Cole’s business endeavors - Slutty Vegan and Bar VeganPinky’s philanthropy and charitable effortsCauses of action for the Bar Vegan vehicle collision lawsuit in January 2022What are dram shop lawsWage and hour violation lawsCesie’s Starbucks lawsuitBar Vegan’s CFO’s money laundering schemeJoe Hand Promotions vs. Bar Vegan commercial licensing violation lawsuitOmi in a Hellcat copyright infringement and piracy lawsuitBreaking down Chapter 7, 11, 12, 13 bankruptciesCurrent status of Pinky Cole’s lawsuitsAccess 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!Perelel: Use code DOCKET and get 20% off your first order at perelelhealth.com/docket.Wayfair: Patio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to Wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less.Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/docket.Whatnot: Download the Whatnot app today and get free shipping on your first order Chime: Chime is not just smarter banking, it is the most rewarding way to bank. Join the millions who are already banking fee free today. Head to Chime.com/DOCKETDupe: If it takes research to buy it, let Dupe do it for you. Stop wasting time comparing options. Just go to dupe.com and tell it what you’re looking to buy.Tonal: Visit tonal.com to get $200 off your Tonal purchase with promo code DOCKET.Lifepro Fitness: For a limited time, our listeners can get $20 OFF the Waver Vibration Plate plus Free Shipping with code DOCKET at lifeprofitness.com.Ruggable: Get 10% off your first order, site-wide, with promo code BRAVODOCKET at RUGGABLE.com.Quince: Go to Quince.com/DOCKET for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Progressive: Visit Progressive.com and see if you can enjoy a little cash back.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    46 mins
  • Pattie Gonia vs. Patagonia Trademark Dispute

    Pattie Gonia vs. Patagonia Trademark Dispute
    Jun 17 2026
    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 trademark disputes between creators and big companies that might help us predict this case's outcome. Hopefully by the end of this episode, you’ll have a better understanding of how trademark laws work. And Cesie gives a recap of her Watch What Happens Live experience, including her interaction with Andy Cohen!What’s on the docket?Recap of Cesie’s WWHL experience, including her conversation with Andy CohenWhy we have this podcastWhat is the definition of a trademarkWhat it means to be in commerceHow to establish trademark rights and how to avoid infringing on them What is constructive noticeHow to search for trademarksGhost kitchen case, an example of how to lose trademark rightsWho is Pattie Gonia/Wyn WileyOverview of the case and why there’s conflictPatagonia’s argumentsEmail in 2022 and the evidence of an agreementWhy this matters so much to PatagoniaPublic statements made by both sidesLexie Love and the AI artist who registered federal trademarkPattie Gonia’s open letter on her website and instagramHurdles that Patagonia will faceThe North Face vs. The South Butt case and the pure parody argumentOur thoughts on the caseConsumer surveys and evidence of actual confusionMy Other bag vs. Louis Vuitton caseJan Sport and Jansport collaboration exampleAccess 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: Feed the Obsession. Go to ollie.com/docket and use code docket to get 70% off your first box!Wayfair: Patio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to Wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less.Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/docket.Whatnot: Download the Whatnot app today and get free shipping on your first order Chime: Chime is not just smarter banking, it is the most rewarding way to bank. Join the millions who are already banking fee free today. Head to Chime.com/DOCKETDupe: If it takes research to buy it, let Dupe do it for you. Stop wasting time comparing options. Just go to dupe.com and tell it what you’re looking to buy.Tonal: Visit tonal.com to get $200 off your Tonal purchase with promo code DOCKET.Lifepro Fitness: For a limited time, our listeners can get $20 OFF the Waver Vibration Plate plus Free Shipping with code DOCKET at lifeprofitness.com.Ruggable: Get 10% off your first order, site-wide, with promo code BRAVODOCKET at RUGGABLE.com.Quince: Go to Quince.com/DOCKET for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Progressive: Visit Progressive.com and see if you can enjoy a little cash back.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    48 mins
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