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Doug Defends

Doug Ridley & Billy Business

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Have you ever wondered how many laws Batman breaks in Gotham City? Or maybe you’ve always wondered what legal trouble InGen would be in for actually bringing dinosaurs back to life in Jurassic Park? Well, wonder no more! Defense attorney and former district attorney Doug Ridley and Producer Billy Business analyze your favorite movie and TV shows from a real life legal perspective! Each week will be a deep dive into a new franchise...from ”Star Wars” to ”Power Rangers” all the way to America’ ...
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Welcome to the 4 Seasons and a Funeral. The show where we go back and watch shows that had four good seasons and a disastrous final fifth season. We’ve done the hit sci-fi show Fringe, the fantasy show Merlin, the very mid Primeval, and now we’re currently watching and talking about Alias!
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Some of you may already know, but 1MoreRound Entertainment has been in the process of moving our podcasts to a new hosting service over the last few weeks. There are many reasons for this move, mainly so we can have separate XML/RSS feeds for each shows making it easier to find the shows they want on services such as itunes. We are also merging with Nervous Dog Productions, whose founder and owner is Johnny, which will now publish its shows under the 1MoreRound banner as well helping expand ...
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This week on Doug Defends, we break down the entire Hunger Games saga through real-world law... from the Reaping, to the Capitol’s crimes, to THAT final moment with President Coin. We'll dive deep into the laws Katniss breaks, the crimes committed by Snow and Coin, and whether the rebellion itself was ever legal in the first place. From forced labo…
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Bobby and Alex are back after a week of rest & relaxation. The extra time off has rejuvenated their spirits and inspired a wholehearted brace of civility and decorum, especially with regards to Bob Nutting and his efforts to turn the Pirates franchise around. They're in such good spirits that Alex is willing to hear what Tomi Lahren has planned for…
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Wicked (2024) is filled with magic, betrayal, and a shocking amount of illegal activity! In this episode of Doug Defends, Doug Ridley and Billy Business break down every major crime in Oz: from the Wizard’s massive fraud operation, to the propaganda campaign against Elphaba, to the unethical experiments on talking animals, and more. Was the Wicked …
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Nick's not here again, so our two remaining (and depending on who you ask, only) hosts discuss the second episode of Person of Interest. A show that is truly dyed in the colour and feel of post 2001 life. Do they like the episode? No! Of course not, but they do sure like the election results that they discuss!…
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Is pro wrestling just harmless entertainment… or a weekly crime spree on live TV? Doug Ridley and Billy Business take the stand to defend the legal gray area of pro wrestling: from The Rock abusing his board-member power to Seth Rollins assaulting his own teammates. We’ll dive into real-world law vs. kayfabe, discuss what counts as consent in the r…
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For the fourth straight offseason, Bobby and Alex are joined by Jane, Lauren, and Stephen of Batting Around to discuss the dumbest things that happened during the 2025 baseball season. You know it, you love it, you might've forgotten it...but we did the work for you. Use promo code BLASTED for 50% off your first month month of the Tipping Pitches P…
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Bobby and Alex are back with a bonus episode discussing part one of HBO's 'Alex vs. ARod,' a three-part documentary series chronicling the rise, fall, and redemption of the main character of the podcast: Alex Rodriguez. They react to the first episode, discussing the trove of archival footage that the documentary is pulling from. Then, they're join…
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After it looked like the Blue Jays might indeed save baseball, Bobby and Alex unfortunately have to report live from the front lines of the Dodgers ENDING the sport. A wild Game 7 that saw a myriad of opportunities for the Jays ends in heartbreak, and the Dodgers are the first team to go back-to-back in a quarter century. The boys are joined by Goo…
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Despite previously reported fears that baseball, unfortunately, was over, the Toronto Blue Jays are merely one win away from reviving the sport. Behind an unprecedented start from Trey Yesavage and stellar performances up and down their lineup, the Jays (America’s Team) have weathered an 18-inning loss and a Yoshi Yamamoto complete game. Will they …
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From fraudulent hauntings to forced marriages, Beetlejuice has committed his share of supernatural crimes. But does any of it actually count under the law? Doug Ridley and Billy Business break down the legal chaos of both Beetlejuice (1988) and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) to determine whether the “Ghost with the Most” might actually be... innoce…
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Bobby and Alex discuss whether the Dodgers are as unbeatable as the narrative would have you believe, before making a few bold predictions for the World Series. Then, they're joined by friend of the show and Toronto correspondent Steve Sladkowski to recap how he felt during and after ALCS Game 7 and predict whether his beloved Toronto Blue Jays (AK…
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In the final baseball game ever played (because the Los Angeles Dodgers have unfortunately ended the sport), the Toronto Blue Jays eliminated the Seattle Mariners on their way to their first World Series in more than three decades. Bobby and Alex live react to the final inning before previewing the impending World Series matchup (which isn't happen…
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They saved New York, but they might’ve broken every federal law in the process. From unlicensed nuclear accelerators to trapping sentient beings, criminal defense attorney Doug Ridley breaks down the legal nightmare that is the Ghostbusters’ business model. Music: www.purple-planet.comBy Doug Ridley & Billy Business
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Could Kylo Ren actually plead insanity for killing his father, Han Solo? In this episode of Doug Defends, real lawyer Doug Ridley and Billy Business break down Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens and whether Kylo’s mental state, Snoke’s manipulation, and the dark side’s influence could actually hold up in a courtroom. Plus, Is the Resistance a…
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Alex and Bobby discuss the borderline perfect vibes of the 2025 playoffs so far, before reigning in their 400th episode by launching into what they do best: an absurdly-esoteric-yet-charming-and-scholarly exploration of the biggest sponsorship failures MLB has undertaken this century. Baseball and corporate shame, what more could you want?! Links: …
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Bobby and Alex review the new Taylor Swift album, including some reflections on the backlash it's gotten online in such a short period of time. Then, they discuss the playoffs thus far, place Strauss (the helmet sponsor) on the list of Most Evil Jersey Sponsors, and research the origins of tin foil hats. Finally, they're joined by Steve Sladkowski …
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What happens when programs become more than just code? In Tron and Tron: Legacy, Kevin Flynn creates a digital world full of sentient beings. But do those programs deserve the same rights as humans? In this episode of Doug Defends, Doug and Billy break down the legal and ethical dilemmas of the Grid before Tron: Ares hits theaters! Music by www.pur…
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The playoffs are here, so you know what that means: Bobby (after a brief ~crash out~ about the New York Mets missing the playoffs) and Alex preview the postseason by selecting the teams they think will present the most compelling narratives as they advance. Buy one get one 50% off at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect Coffee Roasters⁠⁠⁠⁠! Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Tipping Pi…
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Bobby and Alex discuss whether a rapture is actually a better outcome for the 2025 New York Mets, before digging into what's really gone wrong with their roster construction and trying to make sense of how the Tigers have relinquished their massive AL Central lead. Then, they discuss the massive legacy of Clayton Kershaw — the person and the player…
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What happens when Star Trek: Strange New Worlds collides with real-world law? In this episode of Doug Defends, Doug and Billy break down Captain Pike’s most controversial decisions and whether they could actually get him court-martialed and kicked out of Starfleet. From questions of command fitness to Starfleet regulations and the Prime Directive, …
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What happens when a real lawyer looks at the first X-Men movie through the lens of the law? From the Mutant Registration Act to Wolverine’s claws and Magneto’s plan at the Statue of Liberty, the 2000 X-Men film is full of legal nightmares and Doug and Billy are here to break them all down! Music by www.purple-planet.com…
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Bobby and Alex bounce around a variety of topics from the last couple weeks, including the Mets and ChatGPT collab, Steve Cohen's casino, the president attending Yankee Stadium, an infuriating glitch within MLB TV, the Kawhi Leonard alleged no-show contract, and more. Buy one get one 50% off at ⁠⁠Connect Coffee Roasters⁠⁠! Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Tippi…
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Indiana Jones may be one of cinema’s most beloved heroes, but in the eyes of the law, he might actually be a criminal. In this episode of Doug Defends, real-life lawyer Doug Ridley breaks down the legal case against Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark. Is he a noble archaeologist preserving history, or a serial violator of international law, c…
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Bobby and Alex discuss some exciting news about the SECOND time the podcast has been sold this year (1:00). Then, they're joined by friend of the show Lindsay Zoladz to, once and for all, dissect what makes the perfect walk-up song (15:00). Finally, they're joined by Ryland Heagy of Origami Angel to discuss nothing but straight ball (1:18:45). Buy …
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Bobby and Alex finally take some time to dig into Colt Keith's 100 favorite movies list (1:00) — a "for the boys, by the boys" take on film that reveals a certain kind of baseball guy brain. Then, they discuss the somewhat shocking news that MLB is considering selling MLB TV to ESPN (16:00). Finally, they're joined by Harry Krinsky and Patrick Redf…
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What happens when you put The Office on trial? In this episode of Doug Defends, a real lawyer breaks down some of the wildest and most illegal moments from Scranton. From Michael Scott’s infamous “Gay Witch Hunt” kiss, to Roy’s felony assault on Jim, to Dwight Schrute firing a gun in the office, and even Brian the cameraman stepping in to protect P…
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Back to the Future is a beloved classic, but there’s one scene that doesn’t hold up...legally or ethically. In this episode of Doug Defends, real lawyer Doug examines the “fake assault” plan cooked up by Marty McFly and George and explains why it’s not just problematic… it’s a full-blown felony. From conspiracy charges to criminal manipulation, thi…
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Bobby and Alex discuss Bobby's experience on the field at Citizens Bank Park, before digging into the state of the Little League World Series, its coverage, and what its evolution tells us about baseball development in the 21st century. Then, they discuss Rob Manfred's surprisingly candid discussion of MLB expansion and division realignment. Finall…
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What happens when you switch bodies with your mom… and she racks up a rap sheet in your name? In this episode of Doug Defends, real-life lawyer Doug Ridley breaks down every law Lindsay Lohan’s character breaks in Disney’s Freaky Friday, from theft to assault, and explains exactly how much trouble she’d be in if it happened in the real world. Wheth…
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Bobby and Alex run through a grab bag of news topics that have happened in the last two weeks, including the relatively large failure of the Bristol Motor Speedway game, Rob Manfred on Pardon My Take, Roman Anthony's extension with the Red Sox, and an article in the New York Times on the legacy of Rays owner Stu Sternberg as he heads toward selling…
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In a previously unmatched act of absurdity here on the Tipping Pitches podcast, Bobby and Alex are joined by friend of the show and GQ writer Matthew Roberson to sample eight alcohols that are owned or prominently sponsored by Major League Baseball players, coaches, or owners. Most notably, they kick it off with Mike Piazza's failed vodka, the alco…
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Can you be prosecuted for something you haven’t done yet? This week on Doug Defends we're looking at Terminator 2: Judgment Day, where Sarah Connor takes extreme action to stop a future apocalypse and lands herself in serious legal trouble. Real-life lawyer Doug breaks down the charges she’d be facing in the real world: burglary, attempted murder, …
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Bobby and Alex discuss some emerging stories from the MLB trade deadline, including the tenor of discourse around AJ Preller and the volume of pitching (particularly relievers) moved. Then, they talk about one of the most on-brand Tipping Pitches stories in years: Bryce Harper telling Rob Manfred to "get the fuck out" of the Phillies clubhouse if h…
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