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

Episodes

March 20, 2026 63 mins
Jen Graziano steps back Behind The Rope. The creator of Mob Wives is back to mention it all. Jen addresses all those rumors that sister Renee let slip a few weeks ago about the return of Mob Wives. Jen talks new cast, returning OGs and, of course, Renee’s role in it all. Speaking of sisterly duos, Jen weighs in the reconciliation of Teresa and Melissa, whether they are better of if RHONJ never returns, the joys of The Kardashians a...
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Bethenny Frankel is deeply uncomfortable with Rachel Zoe - her words - not ours, thinks RHOBH is fu*ked up - her words - not ours, and is extremely triggered by all sorts of things this week, including, but not limited to JFK, Jr. and Love Story. Dorit Kemsley’s financial mess seems to get worse by the day. From denied credit cards to mortgage foreclosures to being chased around the pool by a woman demanding payment, we cover it al...
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Another day, another Jeff Lewis Live smackdown, attack and argument that has set the BravoSphere on fire. One thing is for sure, Mr. Lewis is loving every second of it. Amanda Frances claims she was set up by the RHOBH cast but still manifests a lot for each of them as Golnesa claims she is not what she appears to be. Someone call Dorit…. Last, but not least, Kathy Hilton has been sued! @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS &...
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Jen Graziano steps back Behind The Rope. The creator of Mob Wives is back to mention it all. Jen addresses all those rumors that sister Renee let slip a few weeks ago about the return of Mob Wives. Jen talks new cast, returning OGs and, of course, Renee’s role in it all. Speaking of sisterly duos, Jen weighs in the reconciliation of Teresa and Melissa, whether they are better of if RHONJ never returns, the joys of The Kardashians a...
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The mega viral on line feud between Kelly Dodd Leventhal, Rick Leventhal and Dr. Dhivya Srinivasa continues with clap backs, low blows, police reports (we have them in our possession!!) and, of course, threats of lawsuits. Seeing as this is not the first time Kelly Dodd has threatened a lawsuit against the good Doc, her on line haters (shout out Sarah From Texas) and last, but not least, this very Podcast, today the best attorney, ...
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The freshman season of VPR has finally ended and the entire cast and LVP, with her new favorite, are prepared for next season, but what is the real reason the show is renewed.  Ladies of London is back in our lives better and bigger than ever.  The Valley prepares for its return. Bravos’ OGs receive a very stern warning about what they need to change ASAP going forward. Hi Gizelle. Last, but not least, Amanda Batula has a new life,...
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Bethenny Frankel has just been accused of dragging her feet in a several year old lawsuit relating to Jason Hoppy. Brit Eady has re-filed her $20 million dollar lawsuit in Federal Court. Tracy Tutor has just sued famous NYC realtor Oren Alexander for sexual assault. Leah McSweeney and Caroline Manzo are still waiting for big pay days from everyone’s fav network. Of course, there is also a Below Deck Season Three deckhand who has ju...
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Adela King, from Ladies of London, Steps Behind The Rope. The New Reign: Ladies of London is back in our lives and oh, what a season it is.  Checking in from her home in London, Adela fills us in on all she has been up to since we last saw her on our Bravo TVs in Ladies Of London. Adela chats Ladies of London, cast mates, Real Housewives of Dubai and former Ladies of London cast member Caroline Stanbury, addiction, mental health an...
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Ladies of London has just completed its third episode and we are here to break down the entire season so far for ya. In other news, Rachel Zoe’s home has been broken into. Kyle twice, Dorit, Kathy, Sutton and now Zoe? WTF is really going on? Fans cried outrage over Karen Huger’s RHOP reunion appearance and performance. Andy Cohen has now broken his silence and revealed the truth of what is really going on with Miss Huger. Speaking ...
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RHOC is back with filming for Season 20 well underway. Newbie’s, the return of Vicki and as much drama as usual, our fav Orange Holders are at it again. Lisa Rinna and Andy Cohen’s complicated relationship takes turns and makes moves. Ladies of London gets ready to return in a few short weeks. Amanda Batula has a new man. Craig Conover Loses It. Christine Quinn set to return to Selling Sunset. Nancy Guthrie is still missing. Last, ...
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RHOSLC begins filming ASAP and Mary Cosby is 100% on board to film, as much as she can, this season. RHOM is delayed, again, and the real reasons are not what is to be expected. Meanwhile, Rinna has shaded Garcelle, body shamed Sutton, trashed Denise and that is only the beginning of her non stop, burn down the house, leave no prisoner behind alive book. You have been forewarned.  @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FR...
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Heidi Montag steps Behind The Rope. Icon, Legend and now Masked Singer cast off, Heidi Montag that is. Long live Snow Cone. Heidi talks The Hills, The Hills New Beginnings, Lauren Conrad and Kristin Cavallari. Heidi opens up about “ultimate hype man” husband Spencer Pratt and his current run for LA Mayor. Heidi discusses her music, biggest misconceptions about Speidi, calling the paparazzi on themselves and last, but certainly not ...
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Andy Cohen just issued a stern warning to Jeff Lewis last week on their coffee date. Jeff has received the message loud and clear and changes are being made ASAP. Wendy and Eddie come forward with a new legal strategy after setbacks and unexpected revelations. Candiace Dillard feels so seen thanks to Lisa Rinna. Ladies of London chugs along to mixed reviews. Last, but not least, Paige DeSorbo goes exclusive with boyfriend who inter...
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Vanderpump Rules 2.0 is a success. If it official. Season Two has been green lit, a few weeks back, even before the reunion was filmed, before the reunion aired and before the end of the season. Tom Schwartz and Lala Kent are back. Next Gen NYC prepares to return. Next Gen LA continues to film. The Valley: Persian Style chugs along. Last, but not least, Real Housewives House Husbands are ranked from best (#1) to worst (#53). Can yo...
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As this season of RHOBH chugs along, fans continue to cry “boring”, Amanda proves she is not afraid of any of them and we start to wonder, just how will this cast be switched up after this less than stellar year. Dorit is carrying the season but, as history has taught any good Bravo fan, time and time again, that does not guarantee another season nor is it necessarily a good thing. One thing is for certain, cast changes are certain...
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Now that the new RHONY is moving forward without Jill Zarin and with Dorinda Medley, another name has emerged back in the limelight. The one, the only Aviva Drescher. Teresa, rumors and nastiness, say still does not want to film with Melissa despite their now organic reconciliation. The Traitors All Star Season is coming, apparently, with a whose who we are living for. Southern Charms off season chugs along. VPR receives some good ...
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Noelle Reno from Ladies of London Steps Behind The Rope. The New Reign: Ladies of London is back in our lives and oh, what a season it is. Nicole is here to help us take a trip down memory lane regarding all that is Ladies of London. We discuss the highs and lows, the drama on and off air, cast mates Caroline Stanbury, Marissa Hermer, Juliet Angus, Annabelle Neilson, Caprice Bourret, and Julie Montagu as well as her other Ladies of...
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Carole Radziwill is returning to RHONY. Hasn’t someone mentioned this a few times before? With Carole’s return, the new cast is revealed. Welcome Daisy, Hailey and last, but certainly not least, Erika. Fans weigh in as Sai, Erin and Jessel prepare to fight with, and make up with, this new slew of young newbies. Dorit’s latest actions are questionable, strange and a seemingly cry for help. Last, but not least, RHOP concludes with an...
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It has been a few weeks now since Jill Zarin was let go by E!, but her ex cast mates have a few thoughts. Luann talks Jill’s exit, cancellation and the future of RHONY on E!  Bronwyn Newport dates hot model Brandon Good, hangs out with Christian Siriano, prepares for RHOSLC Season 7 and talks about her possibly soon to be ex Todd.  Last, but not least, The Valley prepares to return next month, but the behind the scenes tea runs ove...
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Andy Cohen, now that Lisa Rinna’s book has made the rounds with more tea than you can ask for, has a new message for Ms. Rinna and we are all ears.  Boz seems a little too obsessed with Amanda Frances. Garcelle’s situation seems to be getting a little stranger. Bronwyn makes some questionable life choices. Last, but not least, where the F is Nancy Guthrie.  @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at...
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