BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE

BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE

Come step ‘Behind The Velvet Rope’ with all your favorite TV stars and pop culture icons with host David Yontef as he asks his guests all the pressing questions YOU want answered! David’s relaxed, friendly interview style has welcomed a wide variety of guests -- from Real Housewives, musicians, comedians, actors, reality stars, designers, Bravolebrities and more! Behind the Velvet Rope has been mentioned in publications and media like Vanity Fair, The Today Show, Variety, The Wall Street Journal People, TMZ, Page Six, OK! Magazine, Us Weekly, Entertainment Tonight, ExtraTV, Billboard Magazine, Telemundo, Marie Claire, the Wendy Williams Show, Life & Style, Access Hollywood, Perez Hilton, The Daily Mail, Radar Online, Bravo Daily Dish, E!, The Sun, Just Jared, InStyle, Watch What Happens Live, Architectural Digest, Fox News, Hollywood Life, Too Fab, Rolling Stone, USA Today, MSN, The Drew Barrymore Show, Yahoo Online, The Mirror, Women's Health and more! Ranked #1 Real Housewives / Reality TV Podcast by BuzzFeed! FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES - PLEASE CONTACT david@advertising-execs.com Subscribe to Behind the Velvet Rope on Patreon for special bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope

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November 14, 2025 26 mins
BravoCon 2025 has finally arrived and we are off to a jam packed start. Attempts to squash that beef, unexpected Bravoleb sightings and upcoming shows and new casts to be announced. With all that happening, Andy Cohen has made one thing very clear, there will be no RHONJ announcement this weekend. Tune in to hear Andy’s thoughts, our thoughts and what Teresa thinks about all of this. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more ab...
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BravoCon has finally arrived and is in full effect now. Right Now! Karen Huger make a last minute decision to attend but what will the Q and A look like for some of our fav Housewives like Karen, Wendy, Gretchen, Tamra, Teresa who all have a lot to answer for? Things are about to get awkward this weekend. Tamra Judge receives death threats. Joey Gorga is exposed for some shady, unethical behavior. Is anyone shocked? Emily Simpson l...
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Luis Ruelas’ new viral video has been seen by you, me and everyone. Many people say it is AI. Many people say it is real. Today we explain the who, what, where, why and when behind this video. We break down all the parties involved, the Teresa of it all and what happens now that this video has made the rounds as Teresa, Luis, Mel and Joe are on their way to BravoCon. Vicki and Tamra make up and the Tres Amigas back together again a...
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Introducing Tamra Grudge. Thank you Shannon. Thank you very much. Stacey Rush opens up about Chris Samuels.  The Valley, Shahs stalls. Bravolebrities are warned about Jeff Lewis. Katie and Stassi reunite and film Stassi’s new show. Teresa is slammed as the most overrated housewife ever. #obvi Alexia and Todd grow closer, again. Paige DeSorbo has a big reveal. Last, but not least, Wendy Osefo prepares to face the masses at BravoCon ...
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Luis Ruelas’ legal issues take center stage once again as we prepare for our live show with special guests from near and far. Kathy Hilton issues a stern warning. Dorit and Mauricio meet up in a rendezvous we never saw coming. With BravoCon less than forty eight hours away, the return of RHONY and RHONJ is on everyone’s mind with several announcements expected throughout this upcoming weekend. Gia Giudice makes big moves. Stacey Ru...
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As Teresa Giudice pushes forward with her reconciliation plan, new facts and motivates are discovered revealing all is not as it seems.  Andy Cohen is shot down and put in his place from a very unexpected source in a move no one saw coming.  In light of Wendy Osefo’s home invasion, facts about Dorit and PK’s break in resurfaces. Jennifer Lopez gets personal, Jen Shah’s prison release is sooner than expected and last, but not least,...
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Grinch is back and jollier than NEVER! Whoville’s sassiest late-night talk show host returns for season 3 with more sharp-tongued monologues about everything nipping at his nose this holiday season, his signature brand of merry mischief, and a fete of festive banter, determined to charm a sleigh-full of A-list guests into admitting that Christmas might just be ho-ho-horribly overrated. This season, Grinch unveils his boldest sca...
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Andy Cohen seems to have a lot to say about Wendy Osefo as of late, but as this season of RHOP chugs along, one thing has become very clear, Wendy Osefo’s RHOP exit is expected in 3,2,1… Lisa Barlow is accused of ruining RHOSLC, keeping all her private biz to herself, not sharing anything with the group and oh so much more in what is clearly a hard season of Miss Vida Tequila. The idea of Jen Shah returning resurfaces again now tha...
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There have been so many rumors, and nastiness, about whether RHONJ’s future will be announced in five short days when BravoCon 2025 begins, but today we expose the real reasons this once top rated show is still on pause and the likelihood that it will come off pause any time in the future. Speaking of BravoCon, for those going, we break down how to navigate this large convention which can feel overwhelming to many, how to get the m...
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Candiace Dillard Bassett steps Behind The Rope. Candiace is here to, as we like to say, mention it all. Candiace breaks down her journey on RHOP - the highs and lows, good times, drama and more. Candiace talks cast mates Wendy, Robin, Gizelle, Ashley and The Grand Dame. Candiace also chats about her past with Monique Samuels - both on and off air, husband Chris Bassett, other franchises’  Housewives, the lessons learned from Lisa R...
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The RHOBH trailer has dropped and December 4th cannot come fast enough. Kyle comes out. Dorit and EJ feud. Kyle and Dorit feud. Tilly and Sutton feud. Garcelle is name checked. Kathy Hilton reminds the ladies to read the room and know their place. Dorit and Mo meet up. Rachel Zoe and Amanda Frances join the cast. Last, but not least, Boz and Erika inform everyone that there is more than meets the eye to Miss Amanda. In other news, ...
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Teresa may be the first guest on Jennifer Aydin’s new podcast but all is not as it seems. Who is using who, who is really mad at who, what role did BravoCon play in all of this and why RHIONJ will not be back to filming anytime even remotely soon.  Aaron Phypers may be playing it real cool with a huge smile on his face but the future does not look so bright so he can keep his shades at home. A new well known actress’ name is being ...
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He$$ hath frozen over. It is official. Teresa, Louie, Joe and Melissa Gorga have all met for dinner. Who, what, when, where and let’s be honest, despite what Teresa claims, we all know the why. Dolores tries to enter the reconciliation convo but Gia Junior G shuts that shi$ down as fast as you can flip a table. The rumors grow stronger that the RHONY OG’s are making a return to Bravo sooner than later. Finally, it seems Tamra Judge...
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Sur used to be where you took your mistress but now it is where you meet them. And just like that, the new Vanderpump Rules trailer, and cast, have finally arrived! In other news, on the heels of RHOBH’s return in a few weeks, Kyle seems to wanna quit the show all over again. Gia Giudice has taken a hard look at her past actions and has some thoughts on her behaviors. Last, but certainly not least, Producers seem to have done Tamra...
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With all the rumors surfacing that the future of RHONJ will be announced next week at BravoCon, one RHONJ Housewife seemingly has come forward to announce that she was fired with mixed messages, regret and a whole lot more. However, all is not as it seems!  Andy Cohen continues to spill the tea, discuss what saved his life and what he himself dislikes so intensely about the RHONJ franchise. Last, but not least, piping hot tea conti...
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On the heels of tomorrow night’s RHOC reunion, fans have gone to war over last week’s explosive finale. Team Gretchen or Team Tamra has been the question on every Bravoholic’s mind the last few days. Today, we get to the bottom of the many unanswered questions that are still lingering: who is lying, just who is the mystery voice on the other end of the phone, which other cast member is high involved who no one suspects. Gretchen, T...
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Andy Cohen has revealed a lot over the past week. From John Mayer to behind the scenes Housewife gossip tea to his love life to retirement, one thing is for sure, there are a few things that he still seems a little in denial over. Okay, maybe a lot in denial over regarding a few of our fav and some not so fav Real Housewives. Carole and Luann reconcile and blame Bethenny for everything. Regarding Bethenny’s clap back….. Rumors, not...
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The countdown to BravoCon has finally begun. The day is upon us and with a few past feuds to his name, it is time for Mr. Jeff Lewis to step front and center and “Squash That Beef” with a bunch of past names we know all too well. In other news, Scheana Shay claps back at many recent rumors, and nastiness, talks The Valley/ Lala and, last but not least, seems to blame Brandi Glanville for a whole lotta stuff. Still. Dorit Kemsley is...
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With a very tough reunion at hand, Tamra Judge looks ahead to RHOC Season 20 and explains all the things we can expect from Bravo’s longest running Housewife in history. Sorry Gunvalson. Andy Cohen has big news. Wendy Osefo’s worst nightmare comes true. Denise Richards wins big. Southern Charm prepares to premiere.  Last, but not least, the RHOC reunion looks shock, shine, soar and suffocate.  @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef ...
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Candiace Dillard Bassett steps Behind The Rope. Candiace is here to, as we like to say, mention it all. Candiace breaks down her journey on RHOP - the highs and lows, good times, drama and more. Candiace talks cast mates Wendy, Robin, Gizelle, Ashley and The Grand Dame. Candiace also chats about her past with Monique Samuels - both on and off air, husband Chris Bassett, other franchises’  Housewives, the lessons learned from Lisa R...
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