Let's Ruin It

Nobody puts Baby in the corner—but what about the law? In this episode of Let’s Ruin It, the ladies take on Dirty Dancing, diving into age of consent laws, classism, illegal abortions in the 1960s, and yes… the dancing. From Patrick Swayze’s bad back to Baby’s watermelon moment, nothing is off-limits.

Was Johnny Castle a gigolo? Could this whole resort be sued? And does anyone really know what happened after the lift?

Get ready for legal hot takes, nostalgic feels, and iconic quotes. Law school never looked so fun.

Hold onto your butts! This week, we’re taking a deep dive into Jurassic Park—a childhood favorite turned legal catastrophe.

From corporate espionage to wrongful death lawsuits, negligence, and a complete lack of waivers (seriously, where were the waivers?!), we tear apart the legal implications of bringing dinosaurs back to life. Was John Hammond just a lovable dreamer, or should he be serving time? And did anyone even think about insurance costs?

Tune in as we dissect the madness.

This week, we’re joined by Dr. Alison Shale Deutsch, PsyD, a child psychologist, to break down The Sixth Sense!

From the psychological impact of seeing ghosts to the ethical (and legal) responsibilities of Dr. Malcolm, we’re digging into every haunting detail. We also discuss whether Cole’s school failed him, if that infamous hidden tape would hold up in court, and—most importantly—what it really means to help a child in crisis.

Get ready for a deep dive into this chilling classic with expert insight!

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Happy (almost) Valentine’s Day! What better way to celebrate romance than by revisitingPretty Woman, the ultimate Cinderella story—if Cinderella worked on Hollywood Boulevard. The team dives into the legal (and ethical) chaos behind this 90s classic.

Could Richard Gere’s character get sued for insider trading? Should Julia Roberts’ Vivian have negotiated a better deal? And, most importantly, could this movie even get made today?

We’re breaking it all down, and yes, ruining it—because that’s what lawyers do.

Welcome to Season 2 of Let's Ruin It!

🎉 We’re kicking off with a deep dive into Double Jeopardy—a thriller that totally botches the legal concept it’s named after. Join Liz, Maria, Jenny, and Diana as they pick apart the film’s wild inaccuracies, from the misuse of double jeopardy to some serious property damage (seriously, how did she get away with all that?).

If you’ve ever wondered whether Hollywood gets the law right, spoiler alert: they don’t.

The gang takes a nostalgic skate down memory lane with the 90s classic, The Mighty Ducks.

From Gordon Bombay's questionable coaching credentials to the legal implications of putting kids in harm's way, we dissect the icy drama and legal snafus that turn this feel-good movie into a legal minefield. Don't miss our take on Minnesota's hockey culture, ex parte conversations, and the flying V!

Quack along with us and discover if this beloved film holds up under legal scrutiny.

This week, we tackle the 80s classic Trading Places with special guest Zach! From commodity trading to moral dilemmas, we dig into the legal chaos, outrageous social experiments, and unethical antics of the Duke brothers.

Did this comedy predict modern financial scandals? And how plausible is the infamous orange juice scheme?

Join us (and Zach!) as we ruin it all with legal insights and plenty of laughs.

Get ready to ruin Christmas—legally!

In this episode, the team unwraps the holiday classic A Christmas Story and puts its most iconic moments under a legal microscope. From child neglect on the playground to Ralphie’s BB gun product liability nightmare, we ask the tough questions: Is Santa liable for emotional distress? Could the school face a negligence lawsuit for Flick's frozen tongue incident? And what about that broken leg lamp—is it grounds for divorce?

Tune in for plenty of laughs, legal takes, and a deep dive into whether 1940s parenting would survive a modern-day courtroom.

Join the Let's Ruin It team as we take on the holiday classic Elf!

From Santa’s questionable kidnaping policies to the child labor laws of the North Pole, we’re diving into the legal missteps that Buddy the Elf and his merry gang of misfits would face in the real world. We'll also touch on restraining orders, trespassing in Gimbels, and the world's deadliest snowball fight.

Get ready to ruin Christmas—in the most hilarious way possible.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year—unless you’re at Nakatomi Plaza. This week, we dive into the Christmas action classic Die Hard. Is it really a holiday movie? We think so.

Join us as we discuss corporate liability, hostage situations, excessive force, and, of course, John McClane’s Christmas spirit.

From Bruce Willis scaling elevator shafts to Hans Gruber’s questionable German accent, we’re breaking down the legal chaos one explosion at a time. Grab your ugly Christmas sweaters and let’s ruin it!