60 acast.com <![CDATA[Objection! You're Fiction]]> https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction en BFKP Productions legal,movies,lawyers,films BFKP Productions Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives. From exploring the criminal liability of the Roy siblings in Succession to the child custody issues at play in Adam Sandler's Big Daddy, no fictional character is safe from the over zealous inquiries of our legal hosts.


Featuring insightful conversations with guest attorneys, in-depth breakdowns of plot-specific legal scenarios, and an accessible approach that both legal professionals and layman fans can appreciate, "Objection! You're Fiction" challenges your perception of fictional worlds through the lens of the law. Whether you're a dedicated fan of cinematic universes, an ardent follower of prestige TV, or a legal enthusiast who just loves a good pointless debate, "Objection! You're Fiction" is the podcast for you. So tune in, and find out how your favorite fictional characters would fare in a real-world courtroom!

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]]> Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives. From exploring the criminal liability of the Roy siblings in Succession to the child custody issues at play in Adam Sandler's Big Daddy, no fictional character is safe from the over zealous inquiries of our legal hosts.


Featuring insightful conversations with guest attorneys, in-depth breakdowns of plot-specific legal scenarios, and an accessible approach that both legal professionals and layman fans can appreciate, "Objection! You're Fiction" challenges your perception of fictional worlds through the lens of the law. Whether you're a dedicated fan of cinematic universes, an ardent follower of prestige TV, or a legal enthusiast who just loves a good pointless debate, "Objection! You're Fiction" is the podcast for you. So tune in, and find out how your favorite fictional characters would fare in a real-world courtroom!

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]]> false BFKP Productions info+64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8@mg-eu.acast.com 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 objection-youre-fiction episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8/1688766929466-7ae4afd55f7b1a25297c61c1c13496b6.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction <![CDATA[Objection! You're Fiction]]> Medieval Law Vs. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Medieval Law Vs. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT 36:45 69c15de21861d127d5b5315a false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/medieval-law-in-a-knight-of-the-seven-kingdoms 69c15de21861d127d5b5315a 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 medieval-law-in-a-knight-of-the-seven-kingdoms full On this episode of Objection! You’re Fiction, Lee Bergstein is joined by Dr. Christina Bruno, Associate Director at Fordham University’s Center for Medieval Studies. The two explore how medieval law shaped the world of Game of Thrones, and its spinoff series A Knight of Seven Kingdoms, unpacking the realities behind trial by combat, ordeals, and the powerful role of reputation in determining justice. The conversation reveals how these complex legal systems continue to echo in today’s understanding of law, power, and public perception.


If you love fantasy or are a history buff, then this podcast is for you!


Check out Dr. Bruno’s Substack at https://medievalish.substack.com/.


Learn more about the Fordham Center for Medieval Studies at https://www.fordham.edu/academics/departments/medieval-studies/. 


To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.


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]]> On this episode of Objection! You’re Fiction, Lee Bergstein is joined by Dr. Christina Bruno, Associate Director at Fordham University’s Center for Medieval Studies. The two explore how medieval law shaped the world of Game of Thrones, and its spinoff series A Knight of Seven Kingdoms, unpacking the realities behind trial by combat, ordeals, and the powerful role of reputation in determining justice. The conversation reveals how these complex legal systems continue to echo in today’s understanding of law, power, and public perception.


If you love fantasy or are a history buff, then this podcast is for you!


Check out Dr. Bruno’s Substack at https://medievalish.substack.com/.


Learn more about the Fordham Center for Medieval Studies at https://www.fordham.edu/academics/departments/medieval-studies/. 


To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.


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]]> Home Alone (with William Booth) Home Alone (with William Booth) Tue, 13 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT 35:46 6965796088da0c07c1a5f85b false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/home-alone-with-william-booth 6965796088da0c07c1a5f85b 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 home-alone-with-william-booth full On this special holiday episode of Objection! You're Fiction! Lee and Brad are joined by William Booth, Managing Attorney for the Children’s Law Center of New York. Together, the trio examine the legalities of Home Alone. William breaks down what would happen to Kevin McAllister's parents for leaving him home alone (twice) and what others should have done when they ran into Kevin.


Would the authorities step in and take Kevin away? Would Kevin's neighbors be considered negligent? If you love Home Alone, then this is the podcast for you!

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this special holiday episode of Objection! You're Fiction! Lee and Brad are joined by William Booth, Managing Attorney for the Children’s Law Center of New York. Together, the trio examine the legalities of Home Alone. William breaks down what would happen to Kevin McAllister's parents for leaving him home alone (twice) and what others should have done when they ran into Kevin.


Would the authorities step in and take Kevin away? Would Kevin's neighbors be considered negligent? If you love Home Alone, then this is the podcast for you!

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Planes, Trains and Automobiles (with Mark Dombroff) Planes, Trains and Automobiles (with Mark Dombroff) Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:56:42 GMT 48:46 69304faafb6ea8e37805a22b false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/planes-trains-and-automobiles-with-mark-dombroff 69304faafb6ea8e37805a22b 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 planes-trains-and-automobiles-with-mark-dombroff full On this episode of Objection! You’re Fiction, Michael Flynn, and Zachary Hanby are joined by nationally recognized aviation attorney and Fox Rothschild LLP partner Mark Dombroff.


In this conversation, Mark breaks down the classic holiday film Planes, Trains, and Automobiles to explore the inherent stress of airline travel, especially when traveling with children. He unpacks the many factors that amplify this stress, from arriving early and navigating security to managing delays, all layered on top of the everyday pressures people already carry.


This thoughtful look at a holiday classic—and at surviving the chaos of holiday travel—is one everyone can relate to.


You can find Mark Dombroff at https://www.foxrothschild.com/mark-a-dombroff-2. 


To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.



To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this episode of Objection! You’re Fiction, Michael Flynn, and Zachary Hanby are joined by nationally recognized aviation attorney and Fox Rothschild LLP partner Mark Dombroff.


In this conversation, Mark breaks down the classic holiday film Planes, Trains, and Automobiles to explore the inherent stress of airline travel, especially when traveling with children. He unpacks the many factors that amplify this stress, from arriving early and navigating security to managing delays, all layered on top of the everyday pressures people already carry.


This thoughtful look at a holiday classic—and at surviving the chaos of holiday travel—is one everyone can relate to.


You can find Mark Dombroff at https://www.foxrothschild.com/mark-a-dombroff-2. 


To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.



To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Unknown Number with Jason Roche Unknown Number with Jason Roche Wed, 08 Oct 2025 15:03:30 GMT 37:34 68e67d42f513ad2b81150f97 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/unknown-number-with-jason-roche 68e67d42f513ad2b81150f97 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 unknown-number-with-jason-roche full On this episode of Objection! You’re Fiction, Lee and Raquel are joined by Jason Roche, documentary filmmaker and associate professor of communication studies at the University of Detroit Mercy. Lee, Raquel, and Jason discuss the Netflix documentary ‘Unknown Number: The High School Catfish,’ which explores the themes of cyberbullying and the impact of social media on youth.


Lee, Raquel, and Jason examine the documentary’s storytelling choices, the central twist, and the characters’ motives, with particular attention to the mother’s role. The discussion also considers law enforcement’s response and the community’s involvement, closing with reflections on the film’s impact and viewing recommendations.


If you love true crime and dissecting how documentaries like this are made, then this is the podcast episode for you!


You can find Jason Roche at http://bit.ly/3KCnV8R. 


To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.


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]]> On this episode of Objection! You’re Fiction, Lee and Raquel are joined by Jason Roche, documentary filmmaker and associate professor of communication studies at the University of Detroit Mercy. Lee, Raquel, and Jason discuss the Netflix documentary ‘Unknown Number: The High School Catfish,’ which explores the themes of cyberbullying and the impact of social media on youth.


Lee, Raquel, and Jason examine the documentary’s storytelling choices, the central twist, and the characters’ motives, with particular attention to the mother’s role. The discussion also considers law enforcement’s response and the community’s involvement, closing with reflections on the film’s impact and viewing recommendations.


If you love true crime and dissecting how documentaries like this are made, then this is the podcast episode for you!


You can find Jason Roche at http://bit.ly/3KCnV8R. 


To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.


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]]> The Bear with Jasmine Moy The Bear with Jasmine Moy Tue, 16 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMT 32:31 68c87dc7666ba430d6e52eca false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/the-bear-with-jasmine-moy 68c87dc7666ba430d6e52eca 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 the-bear-with-jasmine-moy full On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Lee is joined by NYC restaurant lawyer Jasmine Moy to talk about FX and Hulu's hit tv show The Bear. Like Lee, Jasmine is a massive fan of the series, and Jasmine's experience in restaurants makes her uniquely able to discuss how The Bear and all the legalities around a restaurant like The Beef/The Bear.


Lee and Jasmine discuss the partnership agreement offered to Sydney and how it would actually work when opening a restaurant, as well as the legal risks of Camry taking over the business from his deceased brother and the IP risks names like The Bear pose.


If you're like us and binging The Bear, then this is the podcast episode for you!


You can find Jasmine Moy at https://www.restaurantlawyer.nyc/.


And as always, you can find BFKP at https://www.bfkplaw.com/.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Lee is joined by NYC restaurant lawyer Jasmine Moy to talk about FX and Hulu's hit tv show The Bear. Like Lee, Jasmine is a massive fan of the series, and Jasmine's experience in restaurants makes her uniquely able to discuss how The Bear and all the legalities around a restaurant like The Beef/The Bear.


Lee and Jasmine discuss the partnership agreement offered to Sydney and how it would actually work when opening a restaurant, as well as the legal risks of Camry taking over the business from his deceased brother and the IP risks names like The Bear pose.


If you're like us and binging The Bear, then this is the podcast episode for you!


You can find Jasmine Moy at https://www.restaurantlawyer.nyc/.


And as always, you can find BFKP at https://www.bfkplaw.com/.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Only Murders In The Building with Teddy Coluca Only Murders In The Building with Teddy Coluca Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:07:47 GMT 38:58 68ac8a53f842e159c55740b5 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/only-murders-in-the-building-with-teddy-coluca 68ac8a53f842e159c55740b5 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 only-murders-in-the-building-with-teddy-coluca full On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Lee and Raquel sat down with Teddy Coluca, who plays Lester the Doorman in the hit Hulu show Only Murders In The Building. Teddy talked about how he got the role of Lester, how Lester interacted with the main Only Murders crew and how next season will shake out for Teddy. Teddy even teased a few exciting tidbits for season 5! We also discussed some fun stories from Teddy's acting career, "No one has played more New York cabbies than me."


If you're an Only Murders In The Building fan, this is a great opportunity to hear from the man who is the crux of the season 4 finale. Listen now!


To hear more from Teddy, you can find him on facebook at Teddy Coluca.


As always, you can find Lee, Raquel and all things BFKP at bfkplaw.com.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Lee and Raquel sat down with Teddy Coluca, who plays Lester the Doorman in the hit Hulu show Only Murders In The Building. Teddy talked about how he got the role of Lester, how Lester interacted with the main Only Murders crew and how next season will shake out for Teddy. Teddy even teased a few exciting tidbits for season 5! We also discussed some fun stories from Teddy's acting career, "No one has played more New York cabbies than me."


If you're an Only Murders In The Building fan, this is a great opportunity to hear from the man who is the crux of the season 4 finale. Listen now!


To hear more from Teddy, you can find him on facebook at Teddy Coluca.


As always, you can find Lee, Raquel and all things BFKP at bfkplaw.com.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> The White Lotus with Stephen Barth The White Lotus with Stephen Barth Thu, 10 Apr 2025 15:56:30 GMT 33:47 67f7ea2ebb8fcfee75cb3510 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/the-white-lotus-with-stephen-barth 67f7ea2ebb8fcfee75cb3510 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 the-white-lotus-with-stephen-barth full On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, we talk with Stephen Barth, The Hospitality Lawyer, about the wild world of The White Lotus! Stephen has had years of hospitality risk management, legal compliance and training professionals on the hospitality industry.


“Everyone is normal until they go to a hotel.” Stephen, Lee and Brad break down the law surrounding the hospitality industry, and how Stephen might improve on the lax management and security of The White Lotus.


This is a deep dive into how competent hotels and resorts are managed, framed in the context of The White Lotus. If you're missing The White Lotus after the Season 3 finale, this podcast is for you!


You can find more information about Stephen and all the great work he does at HospitalityLawyer.com and by checking out his book Hospitality Law, Intelligent Emotions: On Self Responsibility, Owning Our Emotional Power and Changing Our Reactions and Restaurant Law Basics.


As always, to learn more about law, real estate and business, visit bfkplaw.com.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, we talk with Stephen Barth, The Hospitality Lawyer, about the wild world of The White Lotus! Stephen has had years of hospitality risk management, legal compliance and training professionals on the hospitality industry.


“Everyone is normal until they go to a hotel.” Stephen, Lee and Brad break down the law surrounding the hospitality industry, and how Stephen might improve on the lax management and security of The White Lotus.


This is a deep dive into how competent hotels and resorts are managed, framed in the context of The White Lotus. If you're missing The White Lotus after the Season 3 finale, this podcast is for you!


You can find more information about Stephen and all the great work he does at HospitalityLawyer.com and by checking out his book Hospitality Law, Intelligent Emotions: On Self Responsibility, Owning Our Emotional Power and Changing Our Reactions and Restaurant Law Basics.


As always, to learn more about law, real estate and business, visit bfkplaw.com.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Severance with Scott Hervey Severance with Scott Hervey Thu, 27 Mar 2025 20:48:36 GMT 41:29 67e5b9a4883ec8176a2d94d9 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/objection-youre-fiction-severance-with-scott-hervey 67e5b9a4883ec8176a2d94d9 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 objection-youre-fiction-severance-with-scott-hervey full On today’s episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Lee takes a detour from the standard dystopia of contracts and closings to the exciting dystopia of Lumon and Kier, with entertainment attorney Scott Hervey of Weintraub Tobin. Scott’s one of the legal minds working with Apple TV+ , publishers of the hit Severance. Together, they dive deep into the many legal and ethical questions the show raises.


From employment contracts that would make any HR department sweat to IP ownership issues (what happens when your innie invents something brilliant?), Lee and Scott explore what Severance might look like if it landed in a courtroom. Can the outie consent on behalf of the innie? Is a severed worker entitled to wages, or even habeas corpus? (Yes, that comes up.)


It’s a wide-ranging conversation on consent, copyright, trade secrets, labor law, and the terrifying brilliance of fictional workplace architecture. Plus, Scott gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like doing legal work for a mind-bending show like Severance, and how the legal team balances clearance concerns with creative storytelling.

Whether you're a lawyer, a Severance superfan, or just love a good thought experiment about human identity and workplace rights, this one's a ride.


You can find more about Scott and his excellent podcast The Briefing by the IP Law Blog by Weintraub Tobin at weintraub.com or wherever you get your podcasts.


And as always, to learn more about real estate and the law, visit bflawoffice.com.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On today’s episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Lee takes a detour from the standard dystopia of contracts and closings to the exciting dystopia of Lumon and Kier, with entertainment attorney Scott Hervey of Weintraub Tobin. Scott’s one of the legal minds working with Apple TV+ , publishers of the hit Severance. Together, they dive deep into the many legal and ethical questions the show raises.


From employment contracts that would make any HR department sweat to IP ownership issues (what happens when your innie invents something brilliant?), Lee and Scott explore what Severance might look like if it landed in a courtroom. Can the outie consent on behalf of the innie? Is a severed worker entitled to wages, or even habeas corpus? (Yes, that comes up.)


It’s a wide-ranging conversation on consent, copyright, trade secrets, labor law, and the terrifying brilliance of fictional workplace architecture. Plus, Scott gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like doing legal work for a mind-bending show like Severance, and how the legal team balances clearance concerns with creative storytelling.

Whether you're a lawyer, a Severance superfan, or just love a good thought experiment about human identity and workplace rights, this one's a ride.


You can find more about Scott and his excellent podcast The Briefing by the IP Law Blog by Weintraub Tobin at weintraub.com or wherever you get your podcasts.


And as always, to learn more about real estate and the law, visit bflawoffice.com.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> <![CDATA[Legally Blonde & The Menendez Brothers with Meredith Scott Lynn]]> Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:00:00 GMT 49:11 67aa6991f21071868cebce50 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/legally-blonde-the-menendez-brothers-with-meredith-scott-lyn 67aa6991f21071868cebce50 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 legally-blonde-the-menendez-brothers-with-meredith-scott-lyn full On this week's episode we talk with Meredith Scott Lynn, who has been playing lawyers on TV and movies for over 20 years. You may recognize her from her role as Enid Wexler in Legally Blonde, and her portrayal of Leslie Abramson in Menendez: A Killing in Beverly Hills. We learn all about how an actor gets prepared for the roles of both fresh and seasoned attorneys, and even pitch a Legally Blonde reboot!


We also got a chance to dive into her work as the founder of WRITE BRAIN BOOKS, a creative literacy program helping kids become storytellers. Learn more and support her mission at writebrainbooks.com.


And for more on real estate and the law, check out bfklawoffice.com

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this week's episode we talk with Meredith Scott Lynn, who has been playing lawyers on TV and movies for over 20 years. You may recognize her from her role as Enid Wexler in Legally Blonde, and her portrayal of Leslie Abramson in Menendez: A Killing in Beverly Hills. We learn all about how an actor gets prepared for the roles of both fresh and seasoned attorneys, and even pitch a Legally Blonde reboot!


We also got a chance to dive into her work as the founder of WRITE BRAIN BOOKS, a creative literacy program helping kids become storytellers. Learn more and support her mission at writebrainbooks.com.


And for more on real estate and the law, check out bfklawoffice.com

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> The Apprentice - with Ben Sullivan The Apprentice - with Ben Sullivan Tue, 19 Nov 2024 10:00:52 GMT 43:38 673bb3f679980662a97fda84 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/the-apprentice-with-ben-sullivan 673bb3f679980662a97fda84 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 the-apprentice-with-ben-sullivan full On today's exciting episode of Objection! You're Fiction we try to get inside the mind of the man who molded the president through the eyes of his assistant. We got a chance to speak with "The Apprentice" actor Ben Sullivan, who played Roy Cohn's assistant and lover Russell Eldridge, about his experience working on the controversial biopic of Donald Trump and Roy Cohn.


This is a movie that is one part drama, one part biography, and 3 parts character study. We get to hear from Ben about how each of these characters, and the real men they're inspired by, "contain multitudes" in balancing their public personas and personal struggles. How do these men respond to pressure, challenge, mentorship, and the transactional nature of relationships? What insights would the lover to his mentor have into the mind of Donald J Trump?


You can check out "The Apprentice" and learn more about Ben Sullivan on Instagram at @benpsully.


And as always, for everything real estate and the law check out bfklawoffice.com

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On today's exciting episode of Objection! You're Fiction we try to get inside the mind of the man who molded the president through the eyes of his assistant. We got a chance to speak with "The Apprentice" actor Ben Sullivan, who played Roy Cohn's assistant and lover Russell Eldridge, about his experience working on the controversial biopic of Donald Trump and Roy Cohn.


This is a movie that is one part drama, one part biography, and 3 parts character study. We get to hear from Ben about how each of these characters, and the real men they're inspired by, "contain multitudes" in balancing their public personas and personal struggles. How do these men respond to pressure, challenge, mentorship, and the transactional nature of relationships? What insights would the lover to his mentor have into the mind of Donald J Trump?


You can check out "The Apprentice" and learn more about Ben Sullivan on Instagram at @benpsully.


And as always, for everything real estate and the law check out bfklawoffice.com

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Closed! - Owning Manhattan Closed! - Owning Manhattan Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:57:34 GMT 59:24 66d715ce62cc889574d5dd8e false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/closed-owning-manhattan 66d715ce62cc889574d5dd8e 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 closed-owning-manhattan full BFKP Law Office is excited to present a crossover episode with our other show, "Closed! NYC's Real Estate Podcast" our interview with the cast of Owning Manhattan, the hit peek behind the curtain into the fast paced world of Serhant Real Estate. Come check out our intersection between legal TV and real estate experience just in time for the announcement of Season 2 on Netflix!


Lee and Mike headed down to the Serhant office in Soho for a roundtable conversation with Jordan March, Tricia Lee, Jade Shenker, Jeffrey St. Arromand, and Genesis Suero. In our wide-ranging discussion we touch on topics from the challenges of filming a long-term reality show, to maintaining a personal and professional brand, and a look into the skills and knowledge that makes the Serhant team of brokers so effective.


We were entertained, engaged, and informed from start to finish, and we know you will be too!


For more on Serhant and how they're shaking up the world of NYC real estate, check out https://serhant.com/ and watch Owning Manhattan on Netflix!


To learn more about each of the cast members check them all out on instagram:


Jordan March - https://www.instagram.com/itsjordanmarch/?hl=en

Genesis Suero - https://www.instagram.com/genesissuero/?hl=en

Tricia Lee - https://www.instagram.com/lovetricialee/?hl=en

Jeffrey St. Arromand - https://www.instagram.com/jsa_sells_nyc/?hl=en

Jade Shenker - https://www.instagram.com/jadeshenker/?hl=en


And as always, check out bflawoffice.com to learn more about real estate and the law.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> BFKP Law Office is excited to present a crossover episode with our other show, "Closed! NYC's Real Estate Podcast" our interview with the cast of Owning Manhattan, the hit peek behind the curtain into the fast paced world of Serhant Real Estate. Come check out our intersection between legal TV and real estate experience just in time for the announcement of Season 2 on Netflix!


Lee and Mike headed down to the Serhant office in Soho for a roundtable conversation with Jordan March, Tricia Lee, Jade Shenker, Jeffrey St. Arromand, and Genesis Suero. In our wide-ranging discussion we touch on topics from the challenges of filming a long-term reality show, to maintaining a personal and professional brand, and a look into the skills and knowledge that makes the Serhant team of brokers so effective.


We were entertained, engaged, and informed from start to finish, and we know you will be too!


For more on Serhant and how they're shaking up the world of NYC real estate, check out https://serhant.com/ and watch Owning Manhattan on Netflix!


To learn more about each of the cast members check them all out on instagram:


Jordan March - https://www.instagram.com/itsjordanmarch/?hl=en

Genesis Suero - https://www.instagram.com/genesissuero/?hl=en

Tricia Lee - https://www.instagram.com/lovetricialee/?hl=en

Jeffrey St. Arromand - https://www.instagram.com/jsa_sells_nyc/?hl=en

Jade Shenker - https://www.instagram.com/jadeshenker/?hl=en


And as always, check out bflawoffice.com to learn more about real estate and the law.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Michael Clayton - with Adam Pollock Michael Clayton - with Adam Pollock Fri, 26 Jul 2024 18:15:20 GMT 33:23 66a3e7b872497b6115427946 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/michael-clayton-with-adam-pollock 66a3e7b872497b6115427946 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 michael-clayton-with-adam-pollock full On this week's episode of Objection! You're Fiction, we talk to Adam Pollock of Pollock Cohen LLP about the Oscar nominated 2007 legal thriller Michael Clayton.


Adam is an experienced litigator in criminal and civil law, and he lends his expertise on the profession to shed light on the moral and professional dilemmas facing Clooney's lead character. How much is realistic and how much is Hollywood drama?


You can learn more about Adam and his work at Pollock Cohen LLP at www.pollockcohen.com


And to learn more about all things real estate and the law, go to bfklawoffice.com

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this week's episode of Objection! You're Fiction, we talk to Adam Pollock of Pollock Cohen LLP about the Oscar nominated 2007 legal thriller Michael Clayton.


Adam is an experienced litigator in criminal and civil law, and he lends his expertise on the profession to shed light on the moral and professional dilemmas facing Clooney's lead character. How much is realistic and how much is Hollywood drama?


You can learn more about Adam and his work at Pollock Cohen LLP at www.pollockcohen.com


And to learn more about all things real estate and the law, go to bfklawoffice.com

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> The Jinx Part 2 - Paul Blumenthal The Jinx Part 2 - Paul Blumenthal Thu, 11 Jul 2024 18:29:50 GMT 58:48 6690249f5d66becbc6f82f01 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/the-jinx-part-2-paul-blumenthal 6690249f5d66becbc6f82f01 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 the-jinx-part-2-paul-blumenthal full On today's episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Lee and Brad sit down with lawyer turned actor Paul Blumenthal to discuss his role as Robert Durst in The Jinx Part 2, following the aftermath of Durst's notorious murder confession in 2015's hit documentary The Jinx.


We chat about Paul's journey from solo practitioner to the screen, and the difficulties of embodying the persona and manner of The Jinx's unusual subject without saying a word. We also get the unique perspective of an accomplished lawyer on the intricacies of the real-life murder trial and appeal of Robert Durst, gaining insight on the difference of what the public think they know, and what the state can effectively prove.


Mr. Blumenthal was a fantastic guest who helped us to better understand the man, the case, and the production of The Jinx Pt 2. We think you'll really enjoy our conversation.


If you want to see more info on Paul Blumenthal you can go to https://www.paulblumenthal.actor


And to learn more about the legal practice of Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, you can go to bfklawoffice.com


To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On today's episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Lee and Brad sit down with lawyer turned actor Paul Blumenthal to discuss his role as Robert Durst in The Jinx Part 2, following the aftermath of Durst's notorious murder confession in 2015's hit documentary The Jinx.


We chat about Paul's journey from solo practitioner to the screen, and the difficulties of embodying the persona and manner of The Jinx's unusual subject without saying a word. We also get the unique perspective of an accomplished lawyer on the intricacies of the real-life murder trial and appeal of Robert Durst, gaining insight on the difference of what the public think they know, and what the state can effectively prove.


Mr. Blumenthal was a fantastic guest who helped us to better understand the man, the case, and the production of The Jinx Pt 2. We think you'll really enjoy our conversation.


If you want to see more info on Paul Blumenthal you can go to https://www.paulblumenthal.actor


And to learn more about the legal practice of Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, you can go to bfklawoffice.com


To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Jury Duty - David Brown (Todd) Jury Duty - David Brown (Todd) Wed, 08 May 2024 17:19:23 GMT 41:48 663bb41bbc82f20013ec5de9 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/jury-duty-david-brown-todd 663bb41bbc82f20013ec5de9 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 jury-duty-david-brown-todd full On today's episode of Objection! You're Fiction we interview the improv mastermind behind fan-favorite character Todd of Jury Duty.


Jury Duty took the world by storm last year on FreeVee, and David Brown delighted fans and participants alike with his portrayal of the socially awkward, bio-modification obsessed Todd.


We get insight into the cast (jury?) selection process, the preparation everyone went through to walk the tightrope of realism and comedy, and just how tricky it is to remain in-character through days of simulated tedium.


So pull up some chair-pants, and listen to this week's interview on Objection! You're Fiction!


And if you're ever in need of real legal advice (sans hidden cameras), you can contact Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina at bfklawoffice.com.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On today's episode of Objection! You're Fiction we interview the improv mastermind behind fan-favorite character Todd of Jury Duty.


Jury Duty took the world by storm last year on FreeVee, and David Brown delighted fans and participants alike with his portrayal of the socially awkward, bio-modification obsessed Todd.


We get insight into the cast (jury?) selection process, the preparation everyone went through to walk the tightrope of realism and comedy, and just how tricky it is to remain in-character through days of simulated tedium.


So pull up some chair-pants, and listen to this week's interview on Objection! You're Fiction!


And if you're ever in need of real legal advice (sans hidden cameras), you can contact Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina at bfklawoffice.com.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> The Producers (1967) The Producers (1967) Mon, 01 Apr 2024 18:45:00 GMT 35:37 660b00ac936d7800161ce199 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/the-producers-1967 660b00ac936d7800161ce199 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 the-producers-1967 full 1 13 On this exciting episode of "Objection! You're Fiction" Lee and Mike sit down to chat with our good friend David Slarskey to take a look behind the curtain at the Mel Brooks masterpiece "The Producers" (1967).


This sidesplitting comedy is the oldest film we've looked at so far, and deserves to be remembered as ahead of its (spring)time. David is both a playwright and fellow lawyer who helps us break down the many defrauded investors and arson attempts as bumbling buffoons Bialystock and Bloom break laws and moral codes in search of the elusive greatest flop in Broadway history.


You can check out David's latest play "Schmaltz" at the NYC Fringe Festival running April 7th to 21st at the wild project theater, located at 195 E 3rd St in Manhattan.

https://www.frigid.nyc/event/6897:605/


And if you want to avoid a contract promising 15,000% of profits to your investors, you can contact Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina at bfklawoffice.com

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this exciting episode of "Objection! You're Fiction" Lee and Mike sit down to chat with our good friend David Slarskey to take a look behind the curtain at the Mel Brooks masterpiece "The Producers" (1967).


This sidesplitting comedy is the oldest film we've looked at so far, and deserves to be remembered as ahead of its (spring)time. David is both a playwright and fellow lawyer who helps us break down the many defrauded investors and arson attempts as bumbling buffoons Bialystock and Bloom break laws and moral codes in search of the elusive greatest flop in Broadway history.


You can check out David's latest play "Schmaltz" at the NYC Fringe Festival running April 7th to 21st at the wild project theater, located at 195 E 3rd St in Manhattan.

https://www.frigid.nyc/event/6897:605/


And if you want to avoid a contract promising 15,000% of profits to your investors, you can contact Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina at bfklawoffice.com

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> <![CDATA[BFKP's Legal TV and Movie March Madness]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2024 17:26:29 GMT 29:50 65fc6dc52f72c100163f40a1 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/bfkps-legal-tv-and-movie-march-madness 65fc6dc52f72c100163f40a1 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 bfkps-legal-tv-and-movie-march-madness full 1 12 March Madness BFKP style! The official OYF Selection committee discusses the intensive research and sophisticated process of determining seeds for its Best Legal Film and TV bracket. Which #1 seed is overrated? Which films get court right? Will we see any major upsets?


And just one more thing... Have you seen the greatest legal film of all time?


Download a copy of our bracket here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1sEcAdg1mT5VQ012clwWomk98w0WSh0ia?usp=sharing


Submit your filled out brackets to: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE1UzQk65NEdhKLhsqoepBUbKa1C_qgaCTGhyNEId5KIcSAg/viewform?usp=sf_link


Enjoy!

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> March Madness BFKP style! The official OYF Selection committee discusses the intensive research and sophisticated process of determining seeds for its Best Legal Film and TV bracket. Which #1 seed is overrated? Which films get court right? Will we see any major upsets?


And just one more thing... Have you seen the greatest legal film of all time?


Download a copy of our bracket here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1sEcAdg1mT5VQ012clwWomk98w0WSh0ia?usp=sharing


Submit your filled out brackets to: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE1UzQk65NEdhKLhsqoepBUbKa1C_qgaCTGhyNEId5KIcSAg/viewform?usp=sf_link


Enjoy!

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Mad Men with Vincent Kartheiser Mad Men with Vincent Kartheiser Mon, 11 Mar 2024 16:46:35 GMT 48:19 65ef356c43e2d600184422b3 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/objection-youre-fiction-mad-men-with-vincent-kartheiser 65ef356c43e2d600184422b3 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 objection-youre-fiction-mad-men-with-vincent-kartheiser Talking Mad Men with the man behind Pete Campbell: Vincent Kartheiser full 1 11 In this episode of "Objection! You're Fiction," Brad and Lee switch up the format for a chat with the actor behind Pete Campbell, Vincent Kartheiser!


We'll hear about the thought Vincent put into his character's motivation, the benefits of working with a professional creative team, and the way things might work differently for the "heroes" of Sterling Cooper in the modern day. We'll also touch on some inflection points for Pete Campbell, his career, and his relationship with Don Draper. From contention and blackmail to mutual respect, one never knows how loyalty is born.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> In this episode of "Objection! You're Fiction," Brad and Lee switch up the format for a chat with the actor behind Pete Campbell, Vincent Kartheiser!


We'll hear about the thought Vincent put into his character's motivation, the benefits of working with a professional creative team, and the way things might work differently for the "heroes" of Sterling Cooper in the modern day. We'll also touch on some inflection points for Pete Campbell, his career, and his relationship with Don Draper. From contention and blackmail to mutual respect, one never knows how loyalty is born.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> The Santa Clause The Santa Clause Thu, 14 Dec 2023 20:35:19 GMT 37:56 657b579e5431560017d84018 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/the-santa-clause 657b579e5431560017d84018 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 the-santa-clause Enforcing the Santa Clause full 1 10 On this holiday edition of Objection! Your Fiction, BFKP team members Lee, Brad, and Emily talk about the 1994 film The Santa Clause. Like any good children’s movie, it opens with the accidental death of Santa Claus and a coat-based contract. But how enforceable is this “Santa Clause?” Are milk and cookies fair compensation? Does your homeowner’s policy cover sleigh damage? Find out if the team would take on Scott Calvin's case by listening to our most festive episode yet!

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this holiday edition of Objection! Your Fiction, BFKP team members Lee, Brad, and Emily talk about the 1994 film The Santa Clause. Like any good children’s movie, it opens with the accidental death of Santa Claus and a coat-based contract. But how enforceable is this “Santa Clause?” Are milk and cookies fair compensation? Does your homeowner’s policy cover sleigh damage? Find out if the team would take on Scott Calvin's case by listening to our most festive episode yet!

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> 90210 90210 Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:28:21 GMT 46:45 656a4ff50c4b41001204d9e5 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/90210 656a4ff50c4b41001204d9e5 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 90210 full 1 9 On this episode of Objection! Your Fiction, Lee and Cooper chat with Rubin, Fiorella & Friedman LLP partner—and 90210 superfan—Michael Tomsky about the potential liability issues in Season 2 Episode 14 “The Next Fifty Years.” The group breaks down the scene of Scott accidentally shooting himself in the stomach to ask the following questions—was this a gun issue or a user issue? Does the “zone of danger” apply to David as a witness? Is there a potential for a suit against the parents? Find out the answers to these and more in our fascinating conversation about a 90s classic. Let us know what you think!

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this episode of Objection! Your Fiction, Lee and Cooper chat with Rubin, Fiorella & Friedman LLP partner—and 90210 superfan—Michael Tomsky about the potential liability issues in Season 2 Episode 14 “The Next Fifty Years.” The group breaks down the scene of Scott accidentally shooting himself in the stomach to ask the following questions—was this a gun issue or a user issue? Does the “zone of danger” apply to David as a witness? Is there a potential for a suit against the parents? Find out the answers to these and more in our fascinating conversation about a 90s classic. Let us know what you think!

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Mon, 13 Nov 2023 21:53:27 GMT 52:59 65529959ed0a4400129e9bc1 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/willy-wonka-and-the-chocolate-factory 65529959ed0a4400129e9bc1 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 willy-wonka-and-the-chocolate-factory Liability in Loompaland full 1 8 On this episode of Objection! Your Fiction, Lee and Cooper chat with Thomas Brennan about liability issues in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971). Like the totally normal businessman he is, Mr. Wonka thought ahead and had the attendees sign a waiver the size of a room before embarking on their tour. But can this unreadable contract signed by children protect Willy and his factory/amusement park/deathtrap? Thomas, Lee, and Cooper ponder Liability in Loompaland and decide which of the children’s cases would be most likely to prevail in court. It’s a fascinating conversation revisiting a childhood classic and we hope you find it as interesting as we did. Let us know what you think!


Thomas Brennan is a partner at Vigorito, Barker, Patterson, Nichols & Porter LLP. His practice focuses include construction litigation, medical malpractice, and general liability. He has yet to try a case of accidental blueberrification.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this episode of Objection! Your Fiction, Lee and Cooper chat with Thomas Brennan about liability issues in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971). Like the totally normal businessman he is, Mr. Wonka thought ahead and had the attendees sign a waiver the size of a room before embarking on their tour. But can this unreadable contract signed by children protect Willy and his factory/amusement park/deathtrap? Thomas, Lee, and Cooper ponder Liability in Loompaland and decide which of the children’s cases would be most likely to prevail in court. It’s a fascinating conversation revisiting a childhood classic and we hope you find it as interesting as we did. Let us know what you think!


Thomas Brennan is a partner at Vigorito, Barker, Patterson, Nichols & Porter LLP. His practice focuses include construction litigation, medical malpractice, and general liability. He has yet to try a case of accidental blueberrification.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Coming to America Coming to America Fri, 27 Oct 2023 13:17:42 GMT 40:24 653b3ceaab9fa20012acca31 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/coming-to-america 653b3ceaab9fa20012acca31 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 coming-to-america The IP Issues in the Eddie Murphy classic full 1 7 On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Cooper and Lee chat with intellectual property attorney Andres Munoz about the1988 film Coming to America staring Eddie Murphy. The conversation focuses on the trademark issues posed by "McDowell’s" the obvious McDonald’s knockoff that Murphy's character works at in the film. Andres addresses the strengths and weaknesses of McDonald’s hypothetical trademark infringement suit, the likelihood of McDonald's obtaining a TRO, and how the registration of a mark would impact the trademark analysis. It's another fun conversation that we hope you enjoy!


Andres Munoz is a partner at Romano Law. Andres helps businesses navigate complex business disputes, especially those involving infringement and enforcement of company brands. He advises, litigates, and arbitrates primarily for media, blockchain, and financial services clients.


Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Cooper and Lee chat with intellectual property attorney Andres Munoz about the1988 film Coming to America staring Eddie Murphy. The conversation focuses on the trademark issues posed by "McDowell’s" the obvious McDonald’s knockoff that Murphy's character works at in the film. Andres addresses the strengths and weaknesses of McDonald’s hypothetical trademark infringement suit, the likelihood of McDonald's obtaining a TRO, and how the registration of a mark would impact the trademark analysis. It's another fun conversation that we hope you enjoy!


Andres Munoz is a partner at Romano Law. Andres helps businesses navigate complex business disputes, especially those involving infringement and enforcement of company brands. He advises, litigates, and arbitrates primarily for media, blockchain, and financial services clients.


Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> 90s Sitcom Apartments 90s Sitcom Apartments Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:58:26 GMT 55:12 651df3f309346500107f3c08 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/90s-sitcom-apartments 651df3f309346500107f3c08 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 90s-sitcom-apartments The housing and real estate issues that our favorite 90s sitcom characters would have encountered full 1 6 On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Lee and Mike sit down with Daniel Gershburg, Esq. to discuss the housing and real estate issues that our favorite 90s sitcom characters would have likely encountered. The conversation starts with Seinfeld, where they chat about how Jerry, Kramer, and Newman would have handled a co-op interview and whether Kramer's antics would have led to him being removed from the building. They then move onto Friends, where they discuss how Monica ended up living illegally in a rent stabilized West Village apartment, and the potential consequences if discovered. Finally they close with a chat about shows like the Nanny, Mad About You, and Sex and the City, and how accurate the depiction of the character's NYC living situations were in those shows. It's a different type of episode, but every bit as entertaining. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.



Daniel Gerhburg is a residential real estate and bankruptcy attorney at Konner Gershburg Melnick. He helps people across New York City buy and sell real estate and and file for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. 

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Lee and Mike sit down with Daniel Gershburg, Esq. to discuss the housing and real estate issues that our favorite 90s sitcom characters would have likely encountered. The conversation starts with Seinfeld, where they chat about how Jerry, Kramer, and Newman would have handled a co-op interview and whether Kramer's antics would have led to him being removed from the building. They then move onto Friends, where they discuss how Monica ended up living illegally in a rent stabilized West Village apartment, and the potential consequences if discovered. Finally they close with a chat about shows like the Nanny, Mad About You, and Sex and the City, and how accurate the depiction of the character's NYC living situations were in those shows. It's a different type of episode, but every bit as entertaining. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.



Daniel Gerhburg is a residential real estate and bankruptcy attorney at Konner Gershburg Melnick. He helps people across New York City buy and sell real estate and and file for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. 

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Up in the Air Up in the Air Thu, 17 Aug 2023 22:35:48 GMT 42:32 64dea0c466ab3f0010baf0df false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/up-in-the-air 64dea0c466ab3f0010baf0df 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 up-in-the-air What the George Clooney classic teaches us about employment law full 1 5 On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Brad and Lee chat with labor and employment attorney Jeff Douglas about the 2009 film Up in the Air staring George Clooney. The conversation focuses on the employment issues at the center of the film's plot and the strategic considerations that go into drafting severance agreements. They also get into questions like how long an employer must give an employee to review a severance agreement and provide some in-depth analysis of Clooney's termination script. It's a fun conversation and we hope you give it a listen!


Jeff Douglas is a partner at Kane Kessler and the co-chair of the Firm’s Labor and Employment Practice Group. Jeff has extensive experience representing clients in a wide-range of employment and traditional labor matters in New York, New Jersey, and nationwide.


Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Brad and Lee chat with labor and employment attorney Jeff Douglas about the 2009 film Up in the Air staring George Clooney. The conversation focuses on the employment issues at the center of the film's plot and the strategic considerations that go into drafting severance agreements. They also get into questions like how long an employer must give an employee to review a severance agreement and provide some in-depth analysis of Clooney's termination script. It's a fun conversation and we hope you give it a listen!


Jeff Douglas is a partner at Kane Kessler and the co-chair of the Firm’s Labor and Employment Practice Group. Jeff has extensive experience representing clients in a wide-range of employment and traditional labor matters in New York, New Jersey, and nationwide.


Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> The Shawshank Redemption The Shawshank Redemption Thu, 03 Aug 2023 17:09:51 GMT 49:04 64cbdbfbaeca9f0011497200 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/the-shawshank-redemption 64cbdbfbaeca9f0011497200 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 the-shawshank-redemption A look at the post-incarceration employment opportunities for Red, Andy, and Brooks full 1 4 On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Cooper and Lee chat with Timothy McNutt, Esq., the Director of Cornell ILR’s Criminal Justice and Employment Initiative, about The Shawshank Redemption. It's a wide ranging conversation about the film, but the main focus is on the main character's hypothetical post-incarceration employment prospects. As part of this analysis Tim explains the Green Factors, and uses the characters in the film to dole out advice for anyone with a criminal record who is seeking employment.


Timothy McNutt, Esq., as Director of Cornell ILR’s Criminal Justice and Employment Initiative, uses his extensive background in criminal law, litigation, and policy to improve employment opportunities for people with criminal records by designing and delivering legal employment training to close information gaps, implement best practices, and integrate job seekers with criminal records into the workforce.


Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction, Cooper and Lee chat with Timothy McNutt, Esq., the Director of Cornell ILR’s Criminal Justice and Employment Initiative, about The Shawshank Redemption. It's a wide ranging conversation about the film, but the main focus is on the main character's hypothetical post-incarceration employment prospects. As part of this analysis Tim explains the Green Factors, and uses the characters in the film to dole out advice for anyone with a criminal record who is seeking employment.


Timothy McNutt, Esq., as Director of Cornell ILR’s Criminal Justice and Employment Initiative, uses his extensive background in criminal law, litigation, and policy to improve employment opportunities for people with criminal records by designing and delivering legal employment training to close information gaps, implement best practices, and integrate job seekers with criminal records into the workforce.


Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> My Cousin Vinny My Cousin Vinny Wed, 19 Jul 2023 04:02:50 GMT 1:00:56 64b69ad79c1b1100127293e3 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/my-cousin-vinny 64b69ad79c1b1100127293e3 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 my-cousin-vinny full 1 3 On this episode of the Objection You're Fiction, Cooper and Lee chat with Jared Rosenblatt, Special Professor of Law at Hofstra Law School, about Joe Pesci's classic film My Cousin Vinny. The conversation focuses on Vinny's trial advocacy skills, which are often lauded as an example for young lawyers to learn from. They also break down a few of Vinny's cross examination techniques, his opening statement, and analyze his overall preparation and strategy for the case. It's a fun conversation and we hope you give it a listen!


Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this episode of the Objection You're Fiction, Cooper and Lee chat with Jared Rosenblatt, Special Professor of Law at Hofstra Law School, about Joe Pesci's classic film My Cousin Vinny. The conversation focuses on Vinny's trial advocacy skills, which are often lauded as an example for young lawyers to learn from. They also break down a few of Vinny's cross examination techniques, his opening statement, and analyze his overall preparation and strategy for the case. It's a fun conversation and we hope you give it a listen!


Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Big Daddy Big Daddy Mon, 10 Jul 2023 18:27:21 GMT 46:01 64a89261c632c000128344bb false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/ep-2-big-daddy 64a89261c632c000128344bb 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 ep-2-big-daddy full 1 2 On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction Lee and Brad chat with Louisa DeRose, a partner at Rower LLC who specializes in matrimonial and family law issues, about Adam Sandler's classic 1999 film, Big Daddy. The conversation focuses on how New York City Court's would actually evaluate the case of Julian and whether Sonny would have any chance of getting visitation or custody based on the movie's facts. They also chat more generally about the child custody and adoption issues at the center of the film.


Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives. 

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> On this episode of Objection! You're Fiction Lee and Brad chat with Louisa DeRose, a partner at Rower LLC who specializes in matrimonial and family law issues, about Adam Sandler's classic 1999 film, Big Daddy. The conversation focuses on how New York City Court's would actually evaluate the case of Julian and whether Sonny would have any chance of getting visitation or custody based on the movie's facts. They also chat more generally about the child custody and adoption issues at the center of the film.


Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives. 

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> Ep1: Succession Ep1: Succession Thu, 06 Jul 2023 23:19:09 GMT 45:05 64a738bd41e02c001101b8a0 false https://shows.acast.com/objection-youre-fiction/episodes/ep1the-succession-finale 64a738bd41e02c001101b8a0 64a6df3cf1c5950011abdfa8 ep1the-succession-finale Taking a Look at the Criminal Issues Facing the Roy Family full 1 1 In the pilot episode of Objection! You're Fiction Lee and Cooper chat with Seth J. Zuckerman, a criminal defense attorney with ChaudhryLaw PLLC about the final season of Succession. The conversation focuses on what criminal issues await the Roy family after the credits roll, including possible manslaughter and securities fraud charges against Kendall and obstruction of justice charges against Tom and Greg.


Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

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]]> In the pilot episode of Objection! You're Fiction Lee and Cooper chat with Seth J. Zuckerman, a criminal defense attorney with ChaudhryLaw PLLC about the final season of Succession. The conversation focuses on what criminal issues await the Roy family after the credits roll, including possible manslaughter and securities fraud charges against Kendall and obstruction of justice charges against Tom and Greg.


Produced by Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina, "Objection! You're Fiction" provides an engaging and offbeat exploration of the legal quandaries facing our favorite characters in television and movies. Every episode invites listeners into the proverbial podcast chambers as our hosts, debate, discuss, and dissect the legal intricacies woven into these fictional narratives.

To find out more about Bergstein Flynn Knowlton & Pollina PLLC, visit our website at bfkplaw.com.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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