Gavel Gavel Lively v. Baldoni 47 - How Weird, Sony Also Thinks Baldoni and Heath Are the Problem
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Dec 3, 2025 The hosts dive into the complex legal battle between Wayfarer and Lively, highlighting the confusion around key dates and missing evidence. They explore Sony's surprising stance on Lively's approval rights and the implications of credit placements. The discussion takes a turn as they dissect accusations of extortion and contradictions in narratives. Insights from test screenings reveal Baldoni's rising optimism, while concerns about censorship emerge with reports of editors being restricted from viewing certain cuts. Themes of paranoia and sexism are also thoughtfully examined.
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Kid Codeword For Candy Requests
- Lydia describes her child Phoebe using a code word to request candy so the younger sibling doesn't notice.
- The story illustrates household strategies to manage a toddler who constantly seeks sweets.
Workplace Trash-Talk Can Be Retaliation
- Thomas and Lydia note that public trashing of an employee by a boss can constitute workplace retaliation.
- They find it plausible that disparaging an employee to editors could be retaliation in an employment context.
Contractual Approval Signals Real Leverage
- Thomas highlights that Sony's statement about Lively's contractual approval rights suggests she actually has formal leverage.
- He reasons that approval rights likely stem from a signed contract granting her control over promotional uses of her image.