Carlos King on Chaos, Casting, and Court Cases

Legal team, we’re still in Salt Lake City this week and diving back into Mary Cosby’s church saga. In part two, we’re unpacking the latest legal drama between Mary, Robert, and former associate Annie Lois Johnson. From the fiery demand letter they sent in May to a surprising email from Johnson’s alleged daughter-in-law, we break down what sparked this new lawsuit, how much money’s on the line, and why the timing is so curious.   What’s on the docket?  The demand letter Mary and Robert sent to Annie Lois Johnson in May 2024 The mysterious email we received from Johnson’s alleged daughter-in-law before the lawsuit was even filed What Mary and Robert are demanding — and how much they’re seeking Direct vs. derivative claims explained The court’s October 2025 ruling and what a “motion for a more definite statement” really means How the judge’s decision keeps parts of Mary and Robert’s case alive for now   Meet us at BravoCon! https://partiful.com/e/hygZ4NzCyrU868SaINqp    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!  Lola Blankets: Get 40% OFF your entire order at LolaBlankets.com by using code DOCKET at checkout.  Quince: Go to Quince.com/DOCKET for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.   Rula: Visit Rula.com/bravodocket to get started.   Dupe: Go to Dupe.com today and find similar products for less.   Monarch Money: Use code DOCKET at monarchmoney.com in your browser for half off your first year.  Wayfair: Don’t miss out on early Black Friday deals. Head to Wayfair.com now to shop Wayfair’s Black Friday deals for up to 70% off.  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’re diving back into one of our most requested and popular topics: Mary Cosby’s church. First, we’re zooming out to explore the bigger picture of church-owned businesses, from the LDS Church’s corporate holdings to Texas megachurches facing major financial lawsuits.  Then we’re tracing the origins of Mary’s church, the empire her grandmother Rosemary built, and how former associate Annie Lois Johnson became entangled in legal drama with Mary and Robert Cosby. From the tangled web of businesses tied to her congregation to decades of lawsuits over forged signatures and missing money, this story has it all.   Stay tuned for part two, where we’ll break down the current lawsuit between Mary, Robert, and Annie Lois Johnson that’s still unfolding.  What’s on the docket? The rise of church-owned businesses — and how megachurches like LDS, Gateway, and Second Baptist run their for-profit arms Why “church law” has become such a massive (and murky) legal field A refresher on Mary, Robert, and Rosemary Cosby’s family and church history The decades-long feud with Annie Lois Johnson, involving forged deeds and disputed ownership  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: Head to Graza.co/DOCKET and use DOCKET to get 10% off your order and get cooking this holiday season with some fresh, delicious olive oil!  Hers: Visit Forhers.com/bravodocket to get a personalized, affordable plan that gets you.   Ritual: My listeners get early access to their Black Friday sale for 40% off your first month at Ritual.com/DOCKET  Quince: Go to Quince.com/DOCKET for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.   Rula: Visit Rula.com/bravodocket to get started.   CBDFX: Get 40% off your first order with code BRAVODOCKET at cbdfx.com.   Dupe: Go to Dupe.com today and find similar products for less.   Monarch Money: Use code DOCKET at monarchmoney.com in your browser for half off your first year.  Wayfair: Don’t miss out on early Black Friday deals. Head to Wayfair.com now to shop Wayfair’s Black Friday deals for up to 70% off.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Things are heating up in Miami! Alexia Echevarria’s ex-husband, Todd Nepola, has traded reality TV for the real courtroom, suing Bravo for defamation. We’re breaking down his lawsuit, his Instagram outbursts, and what exactly he’s seeking in damages. From claims of producer manipulation to his obsession with how he’s portrayed on screen, we’re unpacking why this legal move may have done him more harm than good — because honestly, we might’ve forgotten about Todd (and his on-screen behavior) completely if he hadn’t filed this lawsuit.  What’s on the docket? A quick refresher on Todd and Alexia’s whirlwind relationship Todd’s Instagram rants, “how to make millions” videos, and possible suspicious Reddit activity Todd’s lawsuit against Bravo and the dramatic allegations inside the filing What counts as defamation under Florida law The release agreement he signed with Bravo and how it complicates his claims What Todd is actually seeking in the suit — and if he has a shot   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: Visit balanceofnature.com and Use code DOCKET for 35% off your first order as a preferred customer, PLUS get a free bottle of Fiber and Spice.  Ridge: Head to Ridge.com to GET UP TO 47% OFF your order. This is by far the biggest discount they’ve given all year!   Quince: Go to Quince.com/DOCKET for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.     Rula: Visit Rula.com/bravodocket to get started.     CBDFX: Get 40% off your first order with code BRAVODOCKET at cbdfx.com.     Dupe: Go to Dupe.com today and find similar products for less.     Monarch Money: Use code DOCKET at monarchmoney.com in your browser for half off your first year.    Wayfair: Don’t miss out on early Black Friday deals. Head to Wayfair.com now to shop Wayfair’s Black Friday deals for up to 70% off.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re back for part two of our Sister Wives deep dive! This week, we’re unpacking the legal twists and turns behind Kody Brown’s unconventional family — from bankruptcy filings and bigamy investigations to the lawsuit that challenged Utah’s anti-polygamy laws. We’ll explore how the Browns managed to stay on TV despite potential felony charges, what their “spiritual marriages” actually mean under the law, and the financial fallout that came with life in plural marriage.  What’s on the Docket?   The Browns’ 2005 bankruptcy filing and what it revealed about their finances before fame  Why Utah police investigated Kody for bigamy and why no charges stuck  The Brown family’s lawsuit against Utah’s anti-polygamy laws and why their victory was overturned  How the family structured their income through an LLC and what that could mean legally  The Coyote Pass property dispute and Christine’s child support lawsuit  Listener questions about life insurance, “spiritual” marriage, and what happens to stepchildren in plural families    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: Visit balanceofnature.com and use code DOCKET for 35% off your first order as a preferred customer, PLUS get a free bottle of Fiber and Spice.    Graza: So head to Graza.co and use DOCKET to get 10% off and get to cookin’ your next chef quality meal!  Quince: Go to Quince.com/DOCKET for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.     Rula: Visit Rula.com/bravodocket to get started.     CBDFX: Get 40% off your first order with code BRAVODOCKET at cbdfx.com.    Dupe: Go to Dupe.com today and find similar products for less.     Monarch Money: Use code DOCKET at monarchmoney.com in your browser for half off your first year.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Legal Team, this is an emergency episode we never thought we’d record. The Real Housewives of Potomac’s Wendy and Eddie Osefo have just been indicted, and the details are wild. We’re breaking down the 16 counts of insurance fraud, the alleged staged burglary, the sheriff’s press conference, and what this could mean for their careers, reputations, and yes… Eddie’s law license. From social media slip-ups to a year of filming like nothing happened, this one has it all.  What’s on the Docket: Our initial to the shocking Wendy and Eddie Osefo indictment How this case fits into the history of Housewives “robberies” Background on the couple and their alleged April 2024 burglary Breakdown of the 16 fraud counts and potential penalties What this could mean for Eddie’s law license and Wendy’s career The sheriff’s press conference and key details from the investigation How their social media posts may have helped build the case The irony of Wendy’s past comments about Karen’s arrest   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  Hers: Visit forhers.com/bravodocket to get a personalized, affordable plan that gets you.   Quince: Go to Quince.com/DOCKET for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.   Rula: Visit Rula.com/bravodocket to get started.     CBDFX: Get 40% off your first order with code BRAVODOCKET at cbdfx.com.     Dupe: Go to Dupe.com today and find similar products for less.     Monarch Money: Use code DOCKET at monarchmoney.com in your browser for half off your first year.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.