Fool Coverage with Manny MUA & Laura Lee

Episode: David Harbour is BULLYING Millie Bobby Brown?! What is happening (Nov 7, 2025)

Episode Overview

In this playful yet unfiltered episode, Manny MUA and Laura Lee, two of beauty and social media’s most candid personalities, sit down post-lunch to spill tea on the latest viral drama, share absurd life updates, and break down major entertainment headlines. With their signature blend of humor and honesty, they tackle hot topics like the alleged bullying incident between David Harbour and Millie Bobby Brown on the set of Stranger Things, controversies in fashion and television, and deliver their take on everything from pop culture lawsuits to viral campaigns and reality TV blunders.

Highlights & Key Discussion Points

1. Catching Up & Life Lately

Timestamps: 00:47–07:00

• The episode opens with chaotic recounts about spilled salad, the trauma of cilantro dressing, and a bit about Mormon temple access.
  • Quote: “The cilantro dressing smells like shit. My whole crotch…” — Laura (02:25)
• Manny details Ty’s addiction to a $95 weighted pink sleep mask—originally a gift from Manny, now desperately missed and hunted on Amazon.
  • Quote: “Why do I gotta replace a $95 sleep mask? 95 is crazy for us.” — Manny (05:40)
  • The segment is pure improv comedy, highlighting the bizarre realities of influencer life.
• They share stories from a recent Napa trip, emphasizing the importance of short, refreshing getaways and comparing vacation routines.

2. Hot Takes: Smoking, Vaping, & Everyday Addictions

Timestamps: 10:07–16:01

• Manny and Laura discuss the generational nostalgia of cigarette smells vs. modern vaping.
  • Quote: “I like the smell of cigarettes. I think they smell really good. I grew up smelling like a walking cigarette.” — Manny (10:17)
• The hosts debate the harm of vaping and the appeal of instant gratification.
• Both advocate for healthier habits, adding practical cessation tips:
  • “The number one thing to do…replace a habit with something else.” — Manny (14:55)

3. Rapid Fire Hot Topics: Drama, Lawsuits, & Showbiz Slinging

A. David Harbour Accused of Bullying Millie Bobby Brown

Timestamps: 19:58–22:53

• Manny brings up the viral news that Millie Bobby Brown has filed a complaint against David Harbour for bullying and harassment on the Stranger Things set.
• The hosts digest the claims, Netflix’s lack of transparency, and the awkward workplace dynamics such accusations create.
  • Quote: “Can you imagine like, dealing with bullying and harassment and dreading every single day with that person and doing these vulnerable scenes?” — Manny (21:50)
• Laura commends Millie’s bravery for formally complaining, pondering what the on-set reality must be for a young actress.
  • Quote: “How brave of her, though, to even make those… Because that is, like, really, that's a tough thing to do.” — Laura (22:22)

B. Justin Baldoni & Blake Lively Lawsuit Update

Timestamps: 23:28–26:27

• Manny details the legal blow-by-blow: Justin Baldoni's massive suit is dismissed; Blake Lively’s countersuit for defamation continues.
• Laura reflects on public perception vs. legal reality:
  • Quote: “Well, that's not $400 million.” — Laura (25:20)
• They note how relentless negative press permanently tainted a project they once enjoyed.

C. Review Bombing "All's Fair": TV Reviews & Camp

Timestamps: 26:27–28:37

• The hosts talk about the new Ryan Murphy show starring Kim Kardashian and the flood of negative reviews.
• Laura embraces the show’s campiness and criticizes those expecting serious legal drama.
  • Quote: “It’s very camp... almost like drag… so I don’t think that they were trying to make a show that’s supposed to be taken that serious.” — Laura (27:36)

4. TV & Pop Culture Recs

Timestamps: 28:37–34:06

• Recent binge-watches: "Real Lives of Mormon Wives" preview, "The Witcher" changes, the new "It" dark series, and a glowing endorsement for "Task" (HBO).
• Seasonal traditions: Twilight and Harry Potter in November; horror for Halloween, Christmas classics for December.
• Fun meta-moment: Laura can’t wait to rewatch Monster after seeing the Eileen Wuornos documentary.

5. Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle "Good Genes" Campaign Controversy

Timestamps: 40:32–42:41

• Laura reads Sydney’s statement regarding backlash over an ad pun (“good genes/jeans”):
  • Quote: “I did a jean ad. I mean, the reaction was definitely a surprise, but I do love jeans… it didn’t affect me one way or the other.” — Sydney Sweeney (read by Laura, 40:39)
• The hosts debate the overreaction, question ad campaign responsibility, and note that the controversy ultimately boosted American Eagle’s sales.

6. People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive: Jonathan Bailey

Timestamps: 43:04–44:31

• Laura cheers the openly gay actor’s win and the increasing representation in Hollywood’s sexiest picks.
  • Quote: “The fact that it’s an openly gay man, I just like that even more… someone who I actually find very sexy and goes through Hollywood as a gay person, not hiding.” — Laura (43:58)
• Spinoff banter includes wild speculation about Pedro Pascal and playful math about relationship durations in the gay world.

7. Alex Earl, Dancing With the Stars, & Stepmom Fiasco

Timestamps: 53:00–56:40

• Laura summarizes the scandal: Alex Earl’s stepmom caught filming a TikTok, body-shaming a DWTS judge over a scoring dispute.
  • Quote: “Why don't you just go take some more own zempic or something… That’s literally body-shaming at its finest.” — Laura (54:04, 54:43)
• Manny and Laura slam the behavior as cruel and embarrassing, noting the ripple effect of family drama under public scrutiny.

8. Behind the Glam: Influencer Life & Pumpkin Painting Bash

Timestamps: 46:30–52:59

• Laura hosted a 17-person pumpkin painting party—no drama, all vibes, no one allowed to help clean (as per Virgo standards).
  • Quote: “You think I asked them to clean? I don’t want them to clean. I didn’t invite them to clean up after themselves.” — Laura (51:13)
• Fun anecdotes about their circle ("Lipstick Nick" stories) and a reminder about boundaries in hosting.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “36 hours was perfect. I never want to go anywhere longer.” — Manny (08:57)
• “Stop the foolishness. Drink water and let your gums rest!” — Laura (14:00)
• “Vegas for a week, that’s sinister. That is, that’s a horror movie.” — Laura (09:46)
• “My husband’s a diva. Diva down.” — Manny (06:44)
• “You want to try to get in there a good habit. Water, water, earth, air, and fire!” — Laura (15:47)
• “All the fools in the world, we’ve got those fools covered.” — General tone recurring

Additional TV and Pop Culture Mentions

• Praise for "Monster" and dialogue about how dark biographies can inspire empathy.
• Recommendations for HBO fare: "Task," "Bring Her Back."
• Touch on Benny Drama’s Amazon show "Overcompensating."
• Shorts on other fashion/denim lines: Abercrombie, Aritzia, Levi’s.
• Quick shade and celebration: American Eagle’s viral rebound, Jonathan Bailey’s superstardom.

Conclusion

With irrepressible energy and a balance of playful insight and straight-up candor, Manny and Laura make even the juiciest headlines both hilarious and food for thought. Covering everything from on-set misconduct and legal battles to influencer mishaps and favorite TV recs, they've got the world’s "fools" covered—while always circling back to joys of friendship, fabulous makeup and fashion, and self-care ("drink water!"). Expect a special guest in next week's episode as the duo promises more tea, more coverage, and their signature no-holds-barred takes.

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:47 – Intro banter & salad saga
• 06:00 – Napa trip, vacation talk
• 10:07 – Cigarette nostalgia/vaping discussion
• 19:58 – Rapid Fire Hot Topics begin
  • David Harbour & Millie Bobby Brown: 19:58–22:53
  • Justin Baldoni/Blake Lively lawsuit: 23:28–26:27
  • TV show critiques: 26:27–28:37
• 28:37 – TV recommendations
• 40:32 – Sydney Sweeney/American Eagle controversy
• 43:04 – Jonathan Bailey: Sexiest Man Alive
• 53:00 – Alex Earl’s stepmom DWTS incident

Tone: Playful, irreverent, unfiltered, and always supportive of each other and their community.

For listeners new to the show, this episode is a wild ride, but you'll leave with a pulse on social media drama, pop culture trends, and some real laughs at the reality of beauty guru and influencer life.