Hurricane Leah Hits the Courtroom (Part 3)
Hurricane Leah Hits the Courtroom (Part 3)  
Podcast: The Bravo Docket
Published On: Wed May 14 2025
Description: Welcome back, Legal Team! In part three of our Leah McSweeney coverage, we’re unpacking the motion to dismiss hearing and how NBC, Bravo, and Andy Cohen are relying on First Amendment protections to defend against Leah’s claims. We break down the key arguments from both sides, including how a landmark lawsuit against The Bachelor is being used to set precedent for reality TV casting and production decisions. Plenty of legal drama this week — and even more ahead!      What’s on the docket?   Defendants (NBC/Bravo/Andy Cohen) present their arguments on their motion to dismiss  Transcript highlights from the hearing held on November 14, 2024   Arguments in defense of Andy Cohen regarding drug use and sexist discrimination allegations   Leah’s attorney responds to the motion   Detailed overview of The Bachelor lawsuit and how it's being used as precedent to defend creative and casting decisions in Leah’s 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!  iRestore: Our listeners are getting a HUGE discount on the iRestore Elite when you use code BRAVODOCKET at iRestore.com    Oneskin: You can try OneSkin with 15% off using code BRAVODOCKET at oneskin.co.    Quince: Visit Quince.com/docket for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns.    Rula: Head on over to Rula.com/bravodocket to get started today. After you sign up they ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them our show sent you.    L-Nutra Prolon: Visit ProlonLife.com/DOCKET to claim your 15% discount and your $40 bonus gift.    CashApp: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/rtvdo27r #CashAppPod *Referral Reward Disclaimer: As a Cash App partner, I may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account. Wayfair: Shop the best selection of home improvement online. Get renovating with Wayfair. Head to ⁠⁠⁠Wayfair.com⁠⁠⁠ right now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices