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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 & Styl...

Episodes(40 episodes)

Kelly Dodd Goes Psycho, Jeff Lewis Warns Bravo Producers & Rachel Zoe's RHOBH Future (w/ Patrik & Pol)

Kelly Dodd is at it again and this time her target is none other than the one and only chump herself, Miss Crystal Kung Minkoff. Jealously? Betrayal? We get to the bottom of Kelly’s latest breakdown and mental snap. Meanwhile, Jeff Lewis sends a stern warning to Bravo producers. Speaking of Mr. Lewis, the next ChumpCon is in full planning mode and we offer a few ideas of our own. Did someone say Heather McDonald? The Golden Life falls short. Last, but not least, Rachel Zoe’s RHOBH future takes front and center stage. @pa...

Published: May 13, 2026Duration: 50m 52s

Jeff Lewis Fires Another Employee, RHOBH Next Season & Jennifer Aydin Loses It As RHONJ Films (w/ Patrik & Pol)

With this season of RHOBH a thing of the near past, Bravo looks ahead to cast changes, hires, fires and more as they prepare for season 16. Speaking of fires, Jeff Lewis lets go of yet another employee. Last, but certainly not least, RHONJ begins to film their new season, Jennifer Aydin comes unraveled and Teresa prepares to have it be all about her. @patriksimpson @polatteu @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope B...

Published: May 12, 2026Duration: 48m 52s

Jeff Lewis Censored, Andy Cohen Is Mad, Rachel Zoe Flops & RHOC 20 Filming Tea (w/ Patrik & Pol)

Jeff Lewis is censored. Andy Cohen is mad about all sorts of things these days. Bravo is expected to employ harsh new rules for all those attending and filming a reunion. So much is happening out of the norm these days in the BravoSphere, we can hardly keep up. RHOC Season 20 filing tea leaks. Katie Ginella is furious. Rachel Zoe still does not know the full extent of the Housewives experience. Last, but least, Kathy Hilton takes Amanda Frances under her wings as cast changes are expected ahead of next RHOBH season. @patriksimpson <...

Published: May 11, 2026Duration: 50m 23s

Dolores Banned From RHORI Reunion, Andy Talks Ciara's Summer House Exit & Erika/ Dorit Are Done Forever

The RHOBH reunion, and season, have come to an end and Dorit and Kyle/ Erika are dunzo just like LVP and Kyle/Dorit. The end of an era as RHOBH makes moves to lock in its next season’s cast. Andy Cohen talks about Ciara’s Summer House exit. Bravo does not want Dolores at the RHORI reunion. Lala refuses to talk about Scheana. Stassi and Katie reconcile. Last, but not least, ahead of tonight’s RHOA, Angela, Phaedra and Porsha try all that have to save this rapidly sinking ship. @behindvelvetrope @davidy...

Published: May 10, 2026Duration: 37m 22s

Laguna Beach's Christina Schuller (on Laguna Beach, The Hills, RHOC & Reality TV)

Christina Schuller (now Sinclair), from Laguna Beach, steps Behind The Rope. One of the OG's of Laguna Beach. Season One! With Laguna Beach’s 20th Anniversary having aired earlier this month, all things Laguna are top of the mind. With The Real World being one of the only predecessors to compare it to, Christina sheds light on what filming was like when “no one knew what they were doing”. That “no one” included producers. We discussed the “Game of Thrones” casting process and competition amongst Laguna Beach’s High School Students to be one of chosen eight. Christina talks The Hills, The City and...

Published: May 10, 2026Duration: 1h 18m 31s

Boy George Tells Teddi To STFU, Amanda Frances Embaces "Scam Artist" Title & Golden Life Trailer Drama

Boy George tells Teddi Mellencamp to shut the F up in this weeks feud we never knew we needed but cannot get enough of. Amanda Frances reclaims her scam artist moniker in a power move which has left her cast mates speechless. The Golden Life Trailer drops. Katie and Stassi reconcile while Lala and Katie feud. Brit Eady’s lawsuit against Bravo moves forward. In other news, RHORI is in overdrive. The ladies head to Newport for a Doll Lunch as Kelsey leaves her mystery boyfriend, Ashley I cries over having no problems, Rosie is mad, Jo Ellen meddles an...

Published: May 9, 2026Duration: 19m 49s

Teresa Is Nervous About Her Reconciliation w/ Melissa, Real Reason RHOM Is Cancelled & Bethenny's Haters

The Valley’s current season may be a hard pass for many, but Michelle Saniei and Dr. Dre seem to have stolen the show. Teresa says she does not know if she will film with Melissa but all is not as meets the eye. Bethenny Frankel has a new message for her haters. The real reason RHOM was cancelled is revealed. RHORI wins in the ratings. Gizelle and Wendy feud with Giz’s newfound confidence thanks to Robyn’s return. Last, but not least, the rumors and nastiness spill forth from this upcoming currently filming season of RHOC 20. <...

Published: May 8, 2026Duration: 53m 29s

New RHONJ Season To Be All About Teresa, Bethenny's Advice & RHOSLC Filming Tea Could Change Show Forever

RHONJ’s upcoming season fifteen is expected to be the “Season of Teresa” as rumors and nastiness swirl about the newbies, lack of chemistry and what no one will do during filming this upcoming season. Bethenny Frankel offers life advice. Alix Earle vs. Alex Cooper gets nastier by the day. Last, but certainly not least, RHOSLC filming tea spills involving the whole cast which could forever change the show. Welcome to season seven snowflakes. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope <b...

Published: May 7, 2026Duration: 46m 51s

Dorit Hates Everyone, Andy Is Over Dorit, Boz Slams Andy & Amanda Frances Wants To Quit

The time has finally come to end this season of RHOBH and with this about to be completed reunion, it is ending with a bang. Dorit hates everyone except Boz and maybe Rachel. Andy is over Dorit times ten. Boz is mad at Andy. Erika and Kathy are amused. Jennifer Tilly left her snacks at home. Last, but sure not least, Amanda seems to have quit the show, maybe, kinda. Oh also, RHOA just ain’t it sis. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www...

Published: May 6, 2026Duration: 38m 55s

RHOBH's Shocking End, Vicki's Tough Upcoming RHOC Season 20 & Ciara Miller's Summer House Exit

Vicki is having a very tough RHOC season as filming secrets from our fav orange holders spilith over. Ciara Miller contemplates her next moves, the best of which seems to be to leave Summer House asap Paige DeSorbo style. Last, but not least, RHOBH concludes its erratic season 15 tomorrow night in a way no one expected which has left everyone asking, will this franchise really return soon or is the much rumored pause and extensive cast change really true. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at...

Published: May 6, 2026Duration: 49m 41s

Erika Wants Dorit Back, Boz Wants To Be Kyle, Margret Josephs Tells Lies & Rachel Zoe Has No Clue What RHOBH Is

On the heels of this weeks end of the RHOBH reunion, and season, Erika and Dorit have not resolved anything which has left EJ feeling a certain type of way. Boz continues with her master plan to alienate them all from Kyle, overthrow a few and become the first on the call sheet for RHOBH. Rachel Zoe closes out her very easy season with no idea whats to come in the future. Last, but not least, Margaret Josephs tells a few lies, doubles down, says Teresa texted her and oh, so very much more. ...

Published: May 5, 2026Duration: 50m 38s

Luis Ruelas' Unpaid Loan, Denise Richards' Win For Teresa, Drew Sidora Is Homeless & Andy's Double Standard

Luis Ruelas’ alleged unpaid $1 million dollar loan takes center stage. Speaking of Luis, Teresa has some great news thanks to Denise Richards' recent huge court win. Hulu makes moves in the reality game. Drew Sidora says she is going to be homeless if she is kicked out of her house. RHOP fans revolt against Robyn Dixon as we reveal the real reason Robyn was hired back. Andy hates Jen Shah and Leah McSweeney but has no problem with Karen Huger or Wendy Osefo in today’s round of double standards. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef ...

Published: May 4, 2026Duration: 47m 49s

Dorit Responds To PK Interview/ Slams Teddi, Dolores Warns RHORI Cast & Lindsay Hubbard's Texts From West/ Amanda

Now that the dust has settled from PK’s viral interview earlier this week, Dorit has come out swinging. Teddi Mellencamp, and Tamra, beware. Dolores warns the ladies of RHORI, explains why RHONJ feel apart and prepares to begin filming later this month. Brit Eady does a drive by. Motha Hubbard shares texts from Amanda and West, spills reunion tea and claims West used her daughter for clicks. Last, but not least, Drew Sidora fights back. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/beh...

Published: May 3, 2026Duration: 38m 25s

Laguna Beach’s ALEX MURREL (on Laguna Beach, The Hills, RHOC & Dating Nick Carter) II

Laguna Beach’s Alex Murrel Johnson, otherwise know as Alex M, Steps Behind The Rope. With Laguna Beach’s 20th Anniversary having aired earlier this month, all things Laguna are top of the mind. One of the granddaddy’s of them all, or as we like to say, one of the best reality shows to ever exist. Alex explains what it was like to be a student at Laguna Beach High School when MTV came knocking on its door. Alex discusses how she felt with her “bit*h” edit once she watched the show back as the season aired. Alex also discus...

Published: May 3, 2026Duration: 1h 9m 57s

Andy Cohen's Fake Threats, RHOBH Producer Mad At Dorit, RHONJ Is Not Filming & RHORI Recap

Andy Cohen is using corporate propaganda to scare Bravo bloggers to not post leaked audio, to promise fans a “big chance” which will probably never happen and so much more none of which has deterred us here today to deep dive it all. Anyone got any leaked Summer House audio they want posted? Speaking of Andy, he seems angry, very angry, at Dorit during this week’s RHOBH Reunion Part Two. Thou shall not go against Kyle. RHONJ is not filming despite the big meet up this week at Rails. In other news, RHORI, Episode 5, Kelsey is mad at Rosie f...

Published: May 2, 2026Duration: 21m 7s

In The City Cameras Back Up, Bethenny's New FU To Andy & Ramona Pushes Luann During Filming

Cameras have officially gone back up for In The City to capture the fall out from West/ Amanda. Bethenny shares a new FU for Andy Cohen. Porsha offers some words of advice for K. Michelle, distances herself from Shamea and dishes on what to expect the rest of this RHOA season. Speaking of K. Michelle, she has a new message for Robyn and Giz-hell. The Valley’s Michelle Saniei dates Dr. Dre as Jesse Lally weighs in. Christine Quinn and Heather Rae El Moussa return to Selling Sunset. Calabasas Confidential prepares to drop. Joey Gorga gets a new kick. La...

Published: May 1, 2026Duration: 35m 4s

Kyle's RHOBH Exit, West's Spinoff, Bethenny In Love, Teresa Mad At Melissa & Lisa Hochstein In More Trouble

Bethenny Frankel is in love, love love. Summer House’s spin off starting West Wilson, what we know so far. Teresa is mad at Melissa because of Marge as if it were three years ago. Kyle prepares to leave RHOBH but all is not as it seems. Lisa Hochstein is in trouble. Last, but not least, Kim Kardashian really does it all. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: SUPER - s...

Published: May 1, 2026Duration: 57m 39s

Sutton Is Mad At Tilly, Melissa Is Nervous To Anger Teresa Again Thanks To Gia & Boz's Double Standard

Sutton Stracke wants Dorit gone, is loving her newfound BFF Erika and is mad at her other BFF Jennifer Tilly. In The City prepares to premiere with some shady AF editing. Speaking of Summer House, what was it Bravo was saying about that reunion? Lisa Vandepump continues to win. Kyle and Kim share an update. Jesse Solomon opens up. Bozoma knows it all, double standard and all. Last, but not least, Melissa is nervous she will anger Teresa once again thanks to Gia @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD...

Published: Apr 30, 2026Duration: 48m 35s

PK's Interview Analyzed, Kyle Exposes Dorit's Secret Texts & Andy Cohen Is Mad AF

PK has done a long, detailed interview all about himself, Dorit, their divorce, their kids, fame, money and last, but not least, the dark side of RHOBH. Today, we break down this interview, analyze it, discuss the highs and lows and summarize it, for all who have not listened, explaining what PK’s chat really means. Speaking of Ms. Kemsley, Kyle exposes Dorit’s secret texts. Last, but not least, Andy Cohen is mad AF. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behin...

Published: Apr 29, 2026Duration: 42m 35s

PHILLIP PHILLIPS (on Current State of Reality TV, American Idol, Masked Singer & John Mayer)

Phillip Phillips steps Behind The Rope. Fresh off his stint as Pugcasso on Fox’s The Masked Singer, Phillip is here to mention it all. Phillip talks winning American Idol, John Mayer, Bruce Springsteen, “Home” at the Olympics, fame, new music and oh, so very much more! @phillphill @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: SUPER - super.com/credit (See How Super+ Can Help You Boost Your Credit...

Published: Apr 29, 2026Duration: 30m 44s