The Bravo Docket

Legal team, we are continuing our series on the Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip ladies and also closing out our discourse on Porsha Williams, RHOA star, and her legal cases. If you haven’t listened to last week’s episode, we go through her divorces from both Kordell Stewart and Simon Guobadia. On the docket this week is Porsha’s defamation lawsuit that Simon filed against her, which overlaps with the divorce timeline. In July 2024, Porsha posted four slides on her Instagram stories, to her 7.7 million followers at the time, sharing information on erectile dysfunction with the hashtag #menshealthawareness only months after her and Simon filed for divorce. Even though Simon was not named in the posts, blogs took it and ran with it, as well as the public, and later that year, Simon filed a federal complaint against Porsha asserting defamation per say, infliction of emotional distress, and invasion of privacy. We’re diving into Simon’s complaint, Porsha’s counter-arguments, and where this lawsuit currently stands.What’s on the docket?Porsha and Simon’s traditional Nigerian Edo native custom ceremonySimon’s federal defamation complaint against Porsha Simon’s detainment and deportationOur conflicting opinions on whether or not Simon had a right to file this lawsuitWhat is needed to prove defamationPorsha’s motion to dismiss, Simon’s amended complaint, and Porsha’s renewed motion to dismissTruth is an absolute defense and false statement of fact argumentsPorsha’s discovery requestsPorsha’s motion to compel discovery and Simon’s objectionsFalse light invasion of privacy claimWhat is a transactional attorneyThe Court's final order Importance of staying in your lane as a lawyerAccess additional content and our Patreon here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thebravodocketThe 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!Hers: Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/bravodocket to get personalized, affordable care that gets you.JIYU Skin: The Korean skincare brand everyone is talking about. Our listeners get 20% off their entire order by using code DOCKET at jiyuskin.com/DOCKET #JIYU #adJones Road: Use code DOCKET at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Alloy: Find relief that works for you. Visit myalloy.com and use code DOCKET for 20% off your first order!Fabletics: Shop now at Fabletics.com/docket to get 70-80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP. Wayfair: Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.Whatnot: Download the Whatnot app today and get $20 off your first purchase.Boll and Branch: Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at BollAndBranch.com/docket with code docket.Quince: Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com/DOCKET for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Legal team, we are continuing our series on Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th covering the legal issues of the participants in the show. On the docket this week is a housewife we’ve not covered before - Gizelle Bryant from The Real Housewives of Potomac. Gizelle has been in litigation for years following the death of her father Curtis Graves, who was a prominent figure in civil rights history. Alongside her siblings, Gizelle fought against her step-mother over her father’s will and estate. We discuss the importance of having your affairs in order for the sake of your loved ones, read out excerpts from Gizelle’s deposition testimony, and share the judge’s final verdict. This is an emotional episode, but one that is extremely relatable to not only us, but to anyone dealing with the passing of their parents. What’s on the docket?Bravo’s write-up on Gizelle’s dadHow important it is to have a willHighlights from Curtis Graves’ willGizelle and her siblings’ objectionsExcerpts from Gizelle’s depositionKaye’s (Curtis Graves’ wife) motion for summary judgmentProperty law and rules of willsThe judge’s decisionCesie’s trial and the importance of visuals in courtTrivia question about the origin of legal doubletsAccess additional content and our Patreon 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 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!Warby Parker: Our listeners can buy one pair of glasses and get 20% off any additional pairs at WarbyParker.com/DOCKET— and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad Alloy: Try M4 Skincare from Alloy and see results in as little as 8 weeks. Visit myalloy.com and use code DOCKET for 20% off your first order!JIYU Skin: The Korean skincare brand everyone is talking about. Our listeners get 20% off their entire order by using code DOCKET at jiyuskin.com/DOCKET #JIYU #adFabletics: Shop now at Fabletics.com/docket to get 70-80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP. Wayfair: Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.Boll and Branch: Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at BollAndBranch.com/docket with code docket.Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to honeylove.com/DOCKET #honeylovepodQuince: Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com/DOCKET for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Progressive: Visit Progressive.com. Find a rate that works for you with the Name Your Price tool.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TRIGGER WARNING: Domestic violence. Resources linked below.Legal team, Angela is solo today and taking a detour from the Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip lawsuit and legal issues coverage to talk about Below Deck. There has been a lot going on this season of Below Deck Mediterranean regarding the former bosun Nathan Gallagher and what is unraveling in real time for his legal partner Gael Cameron. While being in an active storyline on television with new episodes coming out weekly, Nathan Gallagher is dodging international arrest warrants for his domestic violence offenses. Angela discusses maritime issues, mechanics of a plea in absentia, and some very famous cases of people trying to use yachts to escape paying taxes, felony charges, and international crimes, including Scientologist founder L. Ron Hubbard and former White House Chief Strategist, Steve Bannon. Despite Nathan Gallagher’s criminal offenses taking place before filming Season 11 of Below Deck, Angela shares why she doesn’t think it’s production’s fault for missing this information in his background check. But since this information has come to light, Bravo has terminated Nathan, and Angela explains why it’s only a matter of time before he is caught.What’s on the docket?Overview of Season of 11 Below Deck Med Nathan Gallagher’s criminal charges and his active bench warrantNathan Gallagher and Gael Cameron’s relationship timelineOrigin of Boxing DayNathan and Gael’s violent DV dispute on Boxing Day in Sydney, Australia that led to his arrestThe penalties for Nathan’s criminal chargesWhat Nathan claimed happened to arresting officersCriminal and legal data that tracks domestic homicideDecember 27, 2025 risk profile for Nathan’s bailWhat happened on Nathan’s trial day (September 1st, 2026)The Sixth Amendment and what that means for criminal procedures in the U.S.Crosby v. United StatesThe statutory philosophy New South Wales criminal law operates onNathan’s August 7th, 2022 altercation in Dungloe, Ireland and his active bench warrant thereWhy Angela doesn’t think this is Below Deck production’s faultCommercial yachts strict maritime security protocolsWhat deckhands have to have to get their visas to work on international watersAngela’s thoughts on why Bravo didn’t cut Nathan out of this seasonThe Immigration and Nationality Act Nuances of international extraditionExamples of when Below Deck cast members have been edited out of the showFamous cases where people have gotten caught in International waters (L. Ron Hubbard, John McAfee, Steve Bannon, and Pirate Abduwali Muse)Domestic Violence ResourcesAUS:1800 RESPECT (737732)US:National Domestic Violence Hotline1800 799 SAFE (7223)Or text START to 88788Ireland:Women’s Aid National helpline1800 341 900Access additional content and our Patreon here: https://linktr.ee/thebravodocketThe 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!Alloy: Try M4 Skincare from Alloy and see results in as little as 8 weeks. Visit myalloy.com and use code DOCKET for 20% off your first order!JIYU Skin: The Korean skincare brand everyone is talking about. Our listeners get 20% off their entire order by using code DOCKET at jiyuskin.com/DOCKET #JIYU #adFabletics: Shop now at Fabletics.com/docket to get 70-80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP. Wayfair: Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.Boll and Branch: Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at BollAndBranch.com/docket with code docket.Whatnot: Download the Whatnot app today and get $20 off your first purchase.Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to honeylove.com/DOCKET #honeylovepodQuince: Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com/DOCKET for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Progressive: Visit Progressive.com. Find a rate that works for you with the Name Your Price tool.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.