BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE

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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)

Meredith Threatens To Sue Whitney, Summer House Creators Sue Bravo & Andy Awkwardly Avoids Nene Questions

Meredith Marks threatens to sue Whitney Rose for defamation even though she knows you cant get blood from a stone. Lisa Barlow supports Meredith’s suit as RHOSLC cast members past and present weigh in. Speaking of RHOSLC, Jen Shah says she would like to talk about the black eye if anyone in the far back row still cares. In other news, Summer House creators sue Bravo. Andy Cohen reveals his favorite housewife franchises. Last, but sure not least, Andy Cohen avoids multiple questions about whether he would like to see Nene Leakes back on RHOA in a series of...

Published: Oct 25, 2026Duration: 31m 9s

TABATHA COFFEY (on Joining RHONJ, Tabatha’s Takeover, Shear Genius, Being a Bravo Legend, & B*tch Reputation)

Tabatha Coffey steps Behind The Rope!!!! Checking in from her home directly across the river in good ole’ New Jersey, Tabatha is here to - discuss - it - all!! Tabatha starts at the beginning - finishing third and winning “Fan Fav” on the freshman season of Shear Genius. Tabatha chats Tabatha’s Salon Takeover, what it was like to be a Bravolebrity at that time with colleagues such as Rachel Zoe, Jeff Lewis, Patti Stanger, Jackie Warner, Vicki Gunvalson and a singer you may have heard of by the name of Paula Abdul (“Hey Paula” fans rejoice!). Tabatha weighs in on ho...

Published: Oct 25, 2026Duration: 41m 14s

Carole's Big Win, Teresa/ Gia's Bad Reviews, Meredith's Mean Girl, RHOP Recap & Jeff Lewis Fires Kelly Dodd

Carol Radziwill becomes NYC’s most famous alternate side of the street parker, slams Jessel and leans into RHONY like we have never seen before. Gia and Teresa get back reviews but double down hard and stick to their guns. Karen Huger wants everyone to know she is home from jail and better than ever. Wendy reconciles with Robyn, is mad at Gizelle and demands apologies from Karen. Tia turns to Stacey now that her husband is caught on dating websites. Meredith and Bronwyn feud. Last, but not least, Jeff Lewis fires Kelly Dodd. @beh...

Published: Oct 24, 2026Duration: 13m 24s

LVP Says Andy Lied, KJ Asks Court To Reconsider Ruling, Gizelle Produces & The Problem w/ RHOSLC

KJ Biermann has asked the court to reconsider ruling in his sexual battery/ sodomy case. Lisa Vandermpump disagrees with Andy’s recent comments about her. Rinna says she will never go to back to RHOBH. Denise Richards said everyone on RHOBH hated her except Garcelle. RHOSLC has a big problem that looks a little too similar to RHONJ. The Chrisleys are hit with a huge tax bill in their latest financial woes since they were pardoned earlier this year. Carl confirms Lindsay is dating Below Deck’s Joe Bradley. Gizelle stars in and produces new Chruch drama for BET. Last...

Published: Oct 23, 2026Duration: 40m 52s

LVP Says Andy Lied, KJ Asks Court To Reconsider Ruling, Gizelle Produces & The Problem w/ RHOSLC

KJ Biermann has asked the court to reconsider ruling in his sexual battery/ sodomy case. Lisa Vandermpump disagrees with Andy’s recent comments about her. Rinna says she will never go to back to RHOBH. Denise Richards said everyone on RHOBH hated her except Garcelle. RHOSLC has a big problem that looks a little too similar to RHONJ. The Chrisleys are hit with a huge tax bill in their latest financial woes since they were pardoned earlier this year. Carl confirms Lindsay is dating Below Deck’s Joe Bradley. Gizelle stars in and produces new Chruch drama for BET. Last...

Published: Oct 23, 2026Duration: 40m 52s

Vicki Makes Tamra Cry, Jeff Lewis Reignites Bethenny Feud, Teddi Loses Focus & RHONY's Double Standard

Even though RHONY has made its mark in this revamp to the reboot of the revamp, many, including Michael Rapaport just dont seem to get it. There are a few inconsistencies, half truths and double standards though that seem to be affecting Erin, Sai, Jessel and our slew of newbies this season. Teddi Mellencamp makes major moves. West is apparently giving his phone numbers to other women all over NYC. Jeff Lewis reignites his feud with Bethenny. Scheana is jealous of Ariana Biermann. Last, but sure not least, Vicki makes Tamra cry. @behindvelvetrope <...

Published: Oct 22, 2026Duration: 41m 27s

The Osefos Major Legal Setback, Meredith Is In The Comments, Denise's House Of Horrors & A RHONY Check In

Erin says Pavit is gay, Jenna Lyons enters the chat, Carole spills the tea and Martha Stewart is front and center more than anyone ever expected her to be. This seems like a good time to check in on this season of RHONY with a few thoughts on the good, the bad and the other. Meredith Marks enters the chat and gets lost in the comments as this season of RHOSLC struggles to find its footing. Denise Richards opens up about her house of horrors. Lindsay Hubbard understands the assignment and plays with Below Deck rumors. Margaret Josephs offers Mil...

Published: Oct 21, 2026Duration: 30m 57s

Love Is Blind's Ashley Carpenter (on Love Is Blind, Dating On TV & Misconceptions Of Reality TV)

Ashley Carpenter steps Behind The Rope. Love Is Blind’s Ashley Carpenter that is. Ashley is here to mention it all - what life in the pods is really like, the misconceptions about dating on national tv, Nick, Vanessa, whether the concept of blind dating really works, whether you can really find love on tv and oh, so very much more! @_ashcarpenter @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: H...

Published: Oct 21, 2026Duration: 40m 18s

Leah Remini's Tough RHOBH Season, Rachel Zoe Doesn't Know She's on RHOBH & Gia's Role In Milania's Recovery

Gia has just declared she is numb to Milania’s situation as she attempts to fulfill big sis duties while juggling her relationship with Christian and film season three of Next Gen NYC. Leah Remini says it is the calm before the storm this upcoming season RHOBH season. Last, but not least, Rachel Zoe does not seem to understand she is filming Real Housewives as life is all flowers and rose gardens for the Zoe. @psychicdeborahgraham @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www...

Published: Oct 20, 2026Duration: 40m 32s

Truth Behind Kyle/ Dorit's Reconciliation, Why Diana Jenkins Fled The USA & Teresa's Fight To Save Milania

Kyle and Dorit are knee deep in filming the new season of RHOBH and rumor is they have reconciled. Diana Jenkins is packing up and leaving Hidden Hills ASAP and leaving the country. Innocent timing or is there something more going on? Last, but not least, Teresa wants to save Milania’s life after fentanyl was allegedly found in her system and Milania has set herself on a course of self correction! @psychicdeborahgraham @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/beh...

Published: Oct 19, 2026Duration: 33m 57s

Teddi & Tamra Are Fightin', Phaedra Offers To Help KJ Biermann, Bethenny Talks Jason & Kelly Clarkson Update

Attorney Phaedra Parks has spoken and weighed in on KJ Biermann, has revealed she has been speaking to Kim Zolciak and has offered to help reminding everyone, this case will be tried in a court of law, not on social media. In other words, Ms. Parks has schooled us that KJ is innocent until proven guilty. In other news, Teddi and Tamra are fightin’. The two Ts have differences of opinions on a few things. Bethenny Frankel opens up in rare comments over the past few weeks about ex Jason Hoppy and his relationship with daughter Bryn Hoppy. Last, bu...

Published: Oct 18, 2026Duration: 33m 23s

Ambyr Childers (on Lala, Vanderpump Rules, You, All My Children, Susan Lucci & Much More!)

Ambyr Childers steps Behind The Rope. Ambyr chats about her role in You with Penn Badgley, one of our fav shows ever. Ambyr discusses what it is like to be an actress in Hollywood these days, the “me too” movement and how she has an incredible knack for playing “crazy” and “psychotic” really well. Let us also not forget she got her start on another classic TV show, All My Children. Ambyr chats daytime soaps, the “stigmas” attached to being an actress or actor in daytime TV, All My Children, all that she learned from her time in Pine Valley and the one a...

Published: Oct 18, 2026Duration: 1h 6m 0s

Milania's Bipolar Revelation, Meredith/ Lisa's Hypocrisy/ Bullsh*t, The Grande Dame Returns & Kelly Clarkson's Feud

RHOP is back in our lives and one thing is very clear, The Grande Dame is back and she don’t give one fu*k. Gizelle gets blamed by Tia for the rumors about her husband, Robyn returns reasonably shady as ever, Wendy buys a G-Wagon and plays victim, Ashley can’t shake Josh, Stacey apologizes and last, but sure not least, newbie Courtney makes her mark! In other news, RHOSLC, we have a few problems, quite a few problems as Meredith and Lisa let us know what “hypocrisy” and “bullsh*t” are. Milania reveals she is bipolar and opens up abo...

Published: Oct 17, 2026Duration: 11m 42s

Kyle Caught Screaming During RHOBH Filming, Jeff Lewis Wants Heather McDonald Back & Teresa Meets Trump For Juicy

Kyle Richards is seen screaming with and/ or at Boz, Tracy Tutor - not Dorit and Sutton Stracke as producers capture it all in what is turning out to be an insane filming season of the new RHOBH. Jeff Lewis wants Heather McDonald back but not everyone enjoys chaos, drama and nastiness. Heather Dubrow gives Bethenny a run for her money. Mia Thornton could be headed to jail. Teresa is seen with Trump aids which everyone thinks is to pardon Juicy. Southern Hospitality cast members discuss the future of the show without Leva. Jo-Ellen and Rulla reconcile. Last, but...

Published: Oct 16, 2026Duration: 38m 20s

Jeff Lewis At War w/ SiriusXM, Andy Cohen Edited Out & Truth Behind Whitney Rose's Divorce

Jeff Lewis has launched an all out war with SirusXM that, regardless of whether he stays or walks the f out, the damage may already be done. Brooks slams the RHOSLC cast for always coming for Mama Meredith. Whitney Rose picks up the pieces after her divorce announcement. Andy Cohen gets edited out of his own show. Last, but sure not least, Dave Portnoy destroys the F outta Summer House’s Bailey Taylor reminding everyone that she is not “it” girl. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Availa...

Published: Oct 15, 2026Duration: 39m 2s

Gizelle Cut Out Of Dad's Will, RHONY's Erika Is a Bully & Sonja Wants Nothing To Do w/ Golden Life Cast

Gizelle Bryant is cut out of her father’s will completely as his entire fortune was left to his wife with Gizelle getting zero. RHONY’s Erika Hammond may have thought she was immune to the drama of housewives with a billionaire husband and all, but an on line influencer has come forward calling out Erika as her high school bully. Speaking of bullies, Sonja Morgan now says she is bullied by the cast of The Golden Life. Dorinda says Jellybeans Bensimon got on her nerves. Last, but not least, KJ Biermann pleads guilty and goes about life acting as i...

Published: Oct 14, 2026Duration: 30m 38s

JUDY TORRES (on Being The Queen of Freestyle, Overcoming Childhood Abuse, Madonna & Reclaiming Your Power) II

Judy Torres steps Behind The Rope. The Queen of Freestyle is here to mention it all. Long before podcasts and social media gave artists a platform to discuss mental health, Bronx native Judy Torres—affectionately known to millions as the "Queen of Freestyle"—was the voice of a dance music revolution. Her anthems like "No Reason to Cry" and "Come Into My Arms" defined an era of late-80s and 90s club culture and pop radio. Now, celebrating nearly 40 years as a recording artist and over 25 years as a iconic voice on New York’s 103.5 WKTU, Judy is stepping forwar...

Published: Oct 14, 2026Duration: 36m 45s

CHEF STU (on Jeff Lewis' New Show, RHOC's Upcoming Cast Changes & Lisa Barlow's Great Season!)

Chef Stu returns for a way overdue chat. Of course, we have to start with Stu’s thoughts on Jeff Lewis’ “Still Flipping Out”, the recent Gage drama, Jeff’s kiss with Joey, Jeff’s revolving door of staff and friends and oh so very much more! In other news, Tamra rounded up almost every single past RHOC cast member up, except those that are Bravo banned, for a twentieth party Bravoholics will never forget but the major talked about drastic cast changes are coming for season twenty one. Lisa Barlow may tell a half truth or too but she and Mere...

Published: Oct 13, 2026Duration: 56m 16s

Andy's Apology To Teresa, Kelly Dodd's Ban For Life & RHOBH's Upcoming Season Of Dorit (w/ Sarah Fraser)

Sarah Fraser stops by to help us break down all the Bravo tea from the past few days. Girls Trip may be over but the effect of Melissa’s apology to Teresa has just undone a decade long feud which is over, over and over. Andy Cohen apologizes to Teresa and love, love, love is in the air. Teresa Giudice makes moves to protect Milania. Heather Dubrow talks about her set up. Major RHOC cast changes are on the horizon. Kelly Dodd remains banned for life from Bravo. RHOBH’s upcoming season has drama from Leah, a Tracy Tutor allia...

Published: Oct 12, 2026Duration: 41m 38s

Truth About Tamra's RHOC Exit, RHOP Returns Tonight, RHOSLC's Dark Place & Andy Cohen Defends Himself

Tonight is the night. The wait is over. RHOP returns! In other news, RHOSLC’s stellar season continues as most of the ladies remain in a dark place opening up that there is way more going on behind the scenes that meets the eye. With the 20th season of RHOC about to come to a close, and every housewife having returned for a cameo - sorry Kelly Dodd not you - people have been feeling nostalgic. Braunwyn vindicates Gina, Lydia unblocks Tamra and the truth behind Tamra’s termination finally makes its way to see the light of day. Andy...

Published: Oct 11, 2026Duration: 32m 59s