High & Low – Details, episodes & analysis

Feeling and healing abounds in Utah as the ladies recuperate after a blockbuster premier. True primary colors show when Heather sees that Bronwyn is working hard to play all sides. Lisa and Angie fail to move past their rift, Mary doubles down on disliking Britney, and Britney comes to a sad realization about her Costco buddy. Also, Meredith wants a bat mitzva and Bronwyn's unique taste in attire is rivaled by her art selections. BONUS: Why I Hate Private Equity! The definition, how it operates, and examples of its relentless scourge upon this country.

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Explaining the allegations against Sean Combs, a.k.a. Diddy, that began in November 2023 with a shocking lawsuit filed by Cassie Ventura, and ended with a Federal investigation and eventual indictment by the Southern District of New York. Part 1 details Cassie's filing, as well as ones made by several other individuals who came forward after her, all of which describe a world of predatory behavior, rampant abuse, and a network of people enabling its existence.

TRIGGER WARNING: SA, DV, suicidal ideation, and disturbing content. 

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The second part of the dive into a lengthy court case that resulted from a dramatic breakup between Luis Ruelas and Vanessa Reiser in 2020, a relationship that has continued to produce legal issues well into 2024. Court documents detail allegations of missing engagement rings, mistreatment, money transfers, and outbursts at charity events involving Seth Meyers, Jake Gyllenhaal, and the foundation of beloved actor/Veteran's advocate Gary Sinise. Ex-husbands and ex-fiancée's are brought up, as well as allegations of Catfishing and ex's in cahoots.

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A brief update on Tom Girardi being found guilty and what court cases are next. Then, a discussion of JDJ and Alexis announcing their engagement (perfectly timed just before the reunion taping) before a rapid recap of episodes 6 and 7 that cover rival girl's trips, several heart to hearts, an apple pie being violated, and a sit-down meeting for ex-BFF's, and current frenemies, Tamra and Shannon.

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An audio version of my 2021 Instagram dive where a cursory search to learn more about Teresa's new man, Luis Ruelas, led to a lengthy court case with his ex-fiancée, Vanessa Reiser. The winding tale and transcripts seemed to be the source for multiple news articles about his character. A thorough review of the case painted a picture of a dysfunctional relationship, one that both parties should be thrilled to be free of, yet their legal drama has continued into 2024. We start with a story about a bitter breakup, where it all began. Future parts will follow the journey that led it to became fodder and weaponry between cast members on The Real Housewives of New Jersey.

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The last part of the IEWU dive that focuses on theories about how this all could have been handled better, the importance of true intentions and purpose when dealing with sensitive subject matter, and what Justin Baldoni has been seen doing during this drama. It also outlines Blake's acting family, Ryan and Blake's philanthropic efforts, Ryan's investment in Mint Mobile, and interesting details from Blake's 2010 Interview Magazine Q&A with Ben Affleck.

It Ends With Us partnered with www.nomore.org, an organization dedicated to ending domestic and sexual violence by increasing awareness, inspiring action, and fueling culture change.

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Looking into Blake Lively's now defunct Preserve.us website, plantation wedding, mea culpa for plantation wedding, but finding so much more, including examples of Preserve's products, blogs, and top-tier marketing that helped launch it. A review of how Blake and Ryan met, a discussion on her hair care line, and more details about the "little bump" interview heard 'round the internet.

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A random side quest to explain the layered drama surrounding the premier of the Colleen Hoover adaptation of "It Ends With Us" that has people wondering why the cast seems so divided and why the Director/Lead, Justin Baldoni, and Producer/Lead, Blake Lively, have such differing views on what the movie is about and how it's being marketed to viewers.

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A rundown of two RHOC episodes that focus on Katie's desire to expose what she believes is a lie from Heather about setting up paparazzi pictures, with a text from L.A.'s Pap Czar as proof. Gina stresses over Katie talking about Heather because nothing says true friendship like fear of repercussions. Tamra and Emily can't resist getting all up in the mess as Tamra also manages to maintain solid footing atop a very high horse about her ex-amiga Shannon, piling on Alexis' relentless pursuit of camera time, justice for her two-bit boyfriend, and the $75k he allegedly gave to Shannon during their relationship. Gina and Emily maintain their critiques of Jen living well despite financial ruin and the Dubrow's shameless name dropping continues to serve as a solid replacement for ipecac, handy in an emergency but unwelcome in daily life. (Ep 5 begins at the 25m25s mark)

BONUS: Tailoring "A Little Bit Alexis" from Schitt's Creek for the exit song.

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Describing the Montreal OSHEAGA festival experience, basking in the warm glow of talent that is Chappell Roan, before providing a summary of her rise to fame. Then, a quick synopsis of ten "romantasy" adventure novels, including common themes as well as how they differ. These books include: The Stone Circle Series by Ophelia Wells Langley, The Dark Halos Trilogy and A Fated Vow by Amanda Aggie, and The Villains and Virtues Trilogy and Bound to Fall by A.K. Caggiano.

Bonus Content: Why I avoid flying on Boeing's 737 Max and the Girardi embezzlement trial that is now in progress.

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