HERE COMES THE BACKKLASH

Poolhouse reflects on how America’s shift toward populism has reshaped traditionally non-political media sectors, including the celebrity gossip and true crime industrial complexes. He examines how this trend has manifested in coverage of recent events such as the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni dispute, while also drawing lessons from his own coverage of the D4vd case.
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Tonight on HERE COMES THE BACKKLASH: Poolhouse concludes his explosive D4vD Question series with the final installment of his examination of the legal and media narrative surrounding the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
Moving beyond the narrow question of the individual guilt and complicity of David Anthony Burke, aka D4vD, Poolhouse examines the larger industrial and cultural machinery that enabled the tragedy in the first place — arguing that discussing the D4vD case in isolation from the music industry is fundamentally absurd.
Through an analysis of public relations narratives, media manipulation, reputational shielding, and institutional distancing, Poolhouse explores what he describes as an ongoing effort to separate D4vD from the very system that created and profited from him, while potentially exculpating other adults who may have enabled — or even participated in — the circumstances surrounding the crime.
The episode culminates in the conclusion of the Deputy DA Beth Silverman Preliminary Evidentiary Briefing, in which Poolhouse lays out what he considers the missing dimension of the case: the broader ecosystem of influence, exploitation, and protection that remains largely unexamined — not only by the public, but even by law enforcement itself.
This is the conclusion to the the D4vD Question.
CASE NOTES.
Deputy DA Beth Silverman’s Preliminary Hearing Evidential Roadmap
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Robert Morgenroth “overheard by reporters” explaining why he was called to testify – Poolhouse believes this was a damage control leak to give Morgenroth cover for his appearance:
Beth Silverman confronts Rob Morgenroth’s attorney, Evan Jeness, about the “missing witness” she also represents:
Keep in mind that when the case began, we only heard about Josh Marshall being the manager of D4vd. Marshall claimed to “work remotely” and be unconnected from the case.
It wasn’t until Morgenroth appeared in court that his name appeared in reporting. Although I should note that the D4vd sleuths over at reddit had been floating his name from the jump.
The Music Industry Individuals Reportedly Connected to David Anthony Burke aka D4vD. Surely, they must have witnessed…something?
Joshua Marshall - the one you are supposed to think is David’s day-to day manager, he is the found of Mogul Vision, the talent company that represents D4vD. The lease was in his name at the Doheny Place residence (where the Tesla was parked and murder is allged to have happened and where Celeste is alleged to have lived by prosecutors in the summer of 2024) where David was staying. I allege that his “statements” (replies on Tik Tok in September 2025) were part of a pattern of PR / SEO activity, in order to surface Marshall as “David’s manager” as a scapegoat and deflect attention from the other two parties.
Robert Morgenroth - the actual day to day manager. May or may not have lived at the Doheny Pl residence. Testified before the grand jury in December 2025. Barely surfaced in media reports outside a few isolated incidents. Was photographed backstage in the vicinity of Celeste at the Fonda (June 2024) and presumably would have been involved in her transport when she trabeled with David on tour in summer of 2024 (per prosecutors). Alleged to be in a romantic or domestic relationship with…
https://variety.com/lists/hollywoods-new-leaders-of-2023/laura-carter/
Layne Cooperstein - GM at The Darkroom, aka Darkroom Records:
Darkroom Records (often referred to as The Darkroom) is a full-service record label and management company founded by Justin Lubliner in 2014, known primarily as the partner label to Interscope Records that signed and developed Billie Eilish. It functions as a boutique, forward-thinking label focusing on artist development, creative strategies, and digital-era branding.
Credited for the development of D4vD’s market expansion and development as an artist. Speculated to be the “missing witness” who was refusing to cooperate with Beth Silverman’s grand jury in December 2025. Rumored to be in some type of relationship with Robert Morgenroth, as well as possibly housing or sharing a house with 14yo victim Celeste Rivas in the summer prior to her death.
From the infamous concert at The Fonda, LA, summer 2024:
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Poolhouse is back on the case, making the argument that the tragic death of cannot be separated from the music industry apparatus that surrounded and supported — from housing arrangements to tour logistics that prosecutors themselves claim Celeste became involved in. This episode asks a difficult question: why does the prosecution’s recent filing appear so determined to obscure the role of the industry and its surrounding network? Poolhouse digs into the identity of a mysterious grand jury witness represented by powerhouse attorney, while tracing patterns that suggest a coordinated choreography of public relations strategies seemingly designed to shield institutions and industry players rather than the vulnerable people caught within them. As the threads begin to connect, Here Comes the Backklash pushes past surface narratives to ask the questions no one else seems willing to ask — in pursuit of the fuller truth behind an increasingly complicated story.
CASE NOTES:
Deputy DA Beth Silverman’s Preliminary Hearing Evidential Roadmap

The Music Industry Individuals Reportedly Connected to David Anthony Burke aka D4vD. Surely, they must have witnessed…something?

Joshua Marshall - the one you are supposed to think is David’s day-to day manager, he is the found of Mogul Vision, the talent company that represents D4vD. The lease was in his name at the Doheny Place residence (where the Tesla was parked and murder is allged to have happened and where Celeste is alleged to have lived by prosecutors in the summer of 2024) where David was staying. I allege that his “statements” (replies on Tik Tok in September 2025) were part of a pattern of PR / SEO activity, in order to surface Marshall as “David’s manager” as a scapegoat and deflect attention from the other two parties.

Robert Morgenroth - the actual day to day manager. May or may not have lived at the Doheny Pl residence. Testified before the grand jury in December 2025. Barely surfaced in media reports outside a few isolated incidents. Was photographed backstage in the vicinity of Celeste at the Fonda (June 2024) and presumably would have been involved in her transport when she trabeled with David on tour in summer of 2024 (per prosecutors). Alleged to be in a romantic or domestic relationship with…
https://variety.com/lists/hollywoods-new-leaders-of-2023/laura-carter/
Layne Cooperstein - GM at The Darkroom, aka Darkroom Records:
Darkroom Records (often referred to as The Darkroom) is a full-service record label and management company founded by Justin Lubliner in 2014, known primarily as the partner label to Interscope Records that signed and developed Billie Eilish. It functions as a boutique, forward-thinking label focusing on artist development, creative strategies, and digital-era branding. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Credited for the development of D4vD’s market expansion and development as an artist. Speculated to be the “missing witness” who was refusing to cooperate with Beth Silverman’s grand jury in December 2025. Rumored to be in some type of relationship with Robert Morgenroth, as well as possibly housing or sharing a house with 14yo victim Celeste Rivas in the summer prior to her death.
From the infamous concert at The Fonda, LA, summer 2024:
Poolhouse:
SUBSTACK.COM/@POOLHOUSE
INSTAGRAM.COM/DJPOOLHOUSE
LINKTR.EE/DJPOOLHOUSE
YOUTUBE.COM/@DJPOOLHOUSE



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Poolhouse returns to the airwaves for a deeper investigation into not only the tragic death of , but the growing mysteries surrounding the investigation itself. Responding directly to critics who accuse him of defending the heinous crimes that David Burke is accused of, Poolhouse makes clear that his position is simple: true justice requires hearing the entire case before rushing to judgment — and the defense has not yet even presented its side.
Through a critical examination of recent prosecutorial filings, the show explores the known facts, unanswered questions, and troubling inconsistencies surrounding the relationship between and Celeste Hernandez.
The D4vD #3 and #4 also begin unpacking emerging reports regarding management connections, public narratives, and the information that remains absent from public view, as Here Comes the Backklash continues its uncompromising search for the whole story.
CASE NOTES:
Deputy DA Beth Silverman’s Preliminary Hearing Evidential Roadmap
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Robert Morgenroth “overheard by reporters” explaining why he was called to testify – Poolhouse believes this was a damage control leak to give Morgenroth cover for his appearance:
Beth Silverman confronts Rob Morgenroth’s attorney, Evan Jeness, about the “missing witness” she also represents:
Keep in mind that when the case began, we only heard about Josh Marshall being the manager of D4vd. Marshall claimed to “work remotely” and be unconnected from the case.
It wasn’t until Morgenroth appeared in court that his name appeared in reporting. Although I should note that the D4vd sleuths over at reddit had been floating his name from the jump.
Poolhouse:
SUBSTACK.COM/@POOLHOUSE
INSTAGRAM.COM/DJPOOLHOUSE
LINKTR.EE/DJPOOLHOUSE
YOUTUBE.COM/@DJPOOLHOUSE


This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit backklash.substack.com

Poolhouse returns to the airwaves for a deeper investigation into not only the tragic death of , but the growing mysteries surrounding the investigation itself. Responding directly to critics who accuse him of defending the heinous crimes that David Burke is accused of, Poolhouse makes clear that his position is simple: true justice requires hearing the entire case before rushing to judgment — and the defense has not yet even presented its side.
Through a critical examination of recent prosecutorial filings, the show explores the known facts, unanswered questions, and troubling inconsistencies surrounding the relationship between and Celeste Hernandez.
The D4vD #3 and #4 also begin unpacking emerging reports regarding management connections, public narratives, and the information that remains absent from public view, as Here Comes the Backklash continues its uncompromising search for the whole story.

CASE NOTES:
Deputy DA Beth Silverman’s Preliminary Hearing Evidential Roadmap

Robert Morgenroth “overheard by reporters” explaining why he was called to testify – Poolhouse believes this was a damage control leak to give Morgenroth cover for his appearance:
Beth Silverman confronts Rob Morgenroth’s attorney, Evan Jeness, about the “missing witness” she also represents:

Keep in mind that when the case began, we only heard about Josh Marshall being the manager of D4vd. Marshall claimed to “work remotely” and be unconnected from the case.
It wasn’t until Morgenroth appeared in court that his name appeared in reporting. Although I should note that the D4vd sleuths over at reddit had been floating his name from the jump.

Poolhouse:
SUBSTACK.COM/@POOLHOUSE
INSTAGRAM.COM/DJPOOLHOUSE
LINKTR.EE/DJPOOLHOUSE
YOUTUBE.COM/@DJPOOLHOUSE


This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit backklash.substack.com