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)

Kathy Griffin's My Life on the D-List Assistant Tiffany Rinehart (on Kathy, Truth About WWHL Backstage & RHOBH) II

Tiffany Rinehart steps Behind The Rope. Ok, ok you probably know her as Kathy Griffin's assistant from that little Bravo show called My Life on the D-List. After graduating college, a huge NSYNC fan, her main goal in life was to meet Justin Timberlake. Instead, she did the next best thing, she got a job working with Kathy Griffin, which led her to meeting and becoming friends with Lance Bass. Tiffany opens up about what working with Kathy was really like and how life changed once Bravo’s “My Life on the D-List” became an everyday occurrence. Tiffany tells us Kathy...

Published: Oct 11, 2026Duration: 50m 52s

Leah Remini Has Major RHOBH Cast Drama, Jeff Lewis Threatens To Leave SiriusXM & Melania Apologizes To Teresa

As of the recording of this podcast, Jeff Lewis has still not been offered his new contract from SiriusXM. With less than a week to go, Jeff threatens to walk but what is really going on? In other news, Milania apologizes to Teresa and breaks her silence following her airport outburst from the other week. The RHONY girls are on Erika’s private island and Daisy and Erin are not having it. Erin is mad Jessel and Erika have accused her of insurance fraud. Erika is a down to earth billionaire and so much more as RHONY clocks in an...

Published: Oct 10, 2026Duration: 12m 22s

Gretchen's Secret RHOC Return, Andy Cohen Brought Back Carol To Use Her(?) & Karen Huger Doesn't Give A Fu*k

Brandi Glanville claims Andy only invited Carole Radziwill back to exploit The Kennedys and Jeffrey Epstein and reveals what she knows and why she knows it. Gizelle prepares to enter The Traitors house as Karen Huger does not give one F and is prepared to bring it hard as this season of RHOP is finally upon us - one more day to go! Gretchen Rossi returns to RHOC to film a secret scene. Finally, Ariana and Liam have a date night out this week at the Harry Styles concert in NYC. @behindvelvetrope @d...

Published: Oct 9, 2026Duration: 31m 54s

Vicki Not Returning To RHOC 21, Gage Trolls Jeff Lewis' New Show & Bethenny Slams Entire RHONY Cast

Vicki Gunvalson is not returning next season to RHOC even though she says that is not true. Bethenny Frankel takes on the whole new RHONY cast. Tom Sandoval is granted a restraining order against his ex. Salley Carson has a Kyle Cooke update. EJ Johnson gets banned from his Paris hotel thanks to RiRi. Gage Edward shades the fu*k outta Jeff Lewis’ new show. Kandi and Todd’s post divorce life gets nastier by the day. Last, but sure not least, Martha Stewart dines and dashes at the Polo Bar in NYC! @behindvelvetrope <...

Published: Oct 9, 2026Duration: 42m 56s

Bethenny Accused Of Stealing Skinnygirl, Andy Cohen's New Low, The Swan Doc & Tamra's Big Mouth

Bethenny Frankel is accused of stealing the Skinnygirl name in a move no one saw coming. Andy Cohen reaches new lows with priorities that need to be questioned. Tamra’s big mouth gets her in trouble again but could RHOC really survive without her? Ariana Biermann opens up about Hudson. Captain Lee slams Captain Sandy. Last, but sure not least, The Swan - one of the best reality shows to ever exist - documentary causes so much controversy as rumors and nastiness arise as to why Dr. Terry Dubrow did not participate. @behindvelvetrope @d...

Published: Oct 8, 2026Duration: 44m 21s

Truth About Hailey Glassman, Heather Gay's RHOBH Feud, Wendy Osefo Is Still Clueless & Bethenny's New Rant

Heather Gay comes for Lisa Barlow again, stands up to Teresa and manages to piss of the RHOBH all in the course of the past several weeks. The truth about Hailey Glassman is revealed. Wendy Osefo remains clueless, acts arrogant and prepares for her courtroom appearances which start, alongside Eddie, this January. Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber prepare to take legal action against the sober living house where son Presley passed away. Last, but not least, Bethenny Frankel goes on another one of her rants and this one hits extra hard and strong! @behindvelvetrope ...

Published: Oct 7, 2026Duration: 32m 37s

Scrubs' Ava Bunn (on Scrubs, Cast Mates, SNL & Kelly Clarkson!)

Ava Bunn steps Behind The Rope. Ava stops by to chat all about the new season of Scrubs which just started last week on ABC. Ava talks what it is like now that she has been upgraded to full time series regular, the ins and outs of playing Dr. Tosh, co-stars Zach Braff, Sarah Chalke, Donald Faison, the legacy of the show’s original run and oh so much more. Ava chatted about working on “A Man on the Inside” with Ted Danson, “Five Star Weekend” with Jennifer Garner and Chloe Sevingy, SNL, The Groundlings, Upright Citizens Brigade and last, but...

Published: Oct 7, 2026Duration: 36m 25s

Gia Takes Over Milania's Socials, Jeff Lewis Worries Of Being Sued & Teresa's New Plea (w/ Sarah From Texas)

Jeff Lewis is worried about being sued as his new show “Still Flipping Out” has dropped its second episode last night. Teresa has a new plea for Milania as Gia takes over Milania’s social media in a move no one saw coming. Perez Hilton gets to spend more time with his children as he attempts to conquer the long road ahead of him to potential recovery. West Wilson returns but where is Amanda? Last, but not least, Sarah From Texas, yes she is back, dives deep into some of Jeff Lewis’ social media trolls. @sarah...

Published: Oct 6, 2026Duration: 45m 46s

Truth Behind Jeff Lewis' New Show, Heather McDonald Update & Bethenny's Animal Behavior (w/ Sarah From Texas)

Jeff Lewis’ new show, Still Flipping Out, has finally arrived - episode two drops tonight. Today, Sarah From Texas stops by to help us break down this new show, make sense of it all and explain what is really going on behind the scenes with Jeff and all of his so called chumps. A Heather McDonald update emerges. Bethenny Frankel is outraged over animal behavior, attempts to flirt and reminds us that she is one rich B. Next Gen season three is in full effect with a new villain expected to emerge. @sarah_from_tex...

Published: Oct 5, 2026Duration: 41m 0s

Kim D's Horrific Milania Giudice/ Robert Cosby Jr. Video, KJ Violates House Arrest & RHONY Cast Threatened By Carole

This past week, Kim D. posted a horrific, disgusting video of her dancing around to headlines that Mary Cosby’s son had past away, that Cindy Crawford’s son had past away and that Milania Giudice was found with fentanyl in her system. To make matters worse, the ex RHONJ friend of, included KJ Biermann in her attack somehow implying that what he allegedly did relates to what Milania is going through. Today, we break down Ms. D’s repulsive video, explain all the things she did wrong and offer some advice on where we all go here. Speaking of KJ...

Published: Oct 4, 2026Duration: 30m 20s

Kathy Griffin's My Life on the D-List Assistant Tiffany Rinehart (on Kathy, Truth About WWHL Backstage & RHOBH)

Tiffany Rinehart steps Behind The Rope. Ok, ok you probably know her as Kathy Griffin's assistant from that little Bravo show called My Life on the D-List. After graduating college, a huge NSYNC fan, her main goal in life was to meet Justin Timberlake. Instead, she did the next best thing, she got a job working with Kathy Griffin, which led her to meeting and becoming friends with Lance Bass. Tiffany opens up about what working with Kathy was really like and how life changed once Bravo’s “My Life on the D-List” became an everyday occurrence. Tiffany tells us Kathy...

Published: Oct 4, 2026Duration: 41m 26s

Teresa's Formal Statement About Milania Broken Down, Shocking Milania Update, RHOSLC Recap & RHONY Recap

So much has been said about Milania Giudice over the past two weeks. Today we break down Teresa’s statement, share Milania updates and ask whether the media and BravoVerse has a duty to not discuss Milania’s mental health as Tre has asked of all of us. In other news, we share a very unpopular opinion about RHOM as Andy declares, again, that he wants RHOM back. RHONY’s Passover Seder from he$$ has everyone fighting, Martha Stewart returns, Jennifer Tilly appears and Carole gets really mad. Last, but not least, on RHOSLC Whitney betrays Quai, Lisa tells a few...

Published: Oct 3, 2026Duration: 13m 42s

RHONJ's Very Different Upcoming Season, Kyle/ Mauricio's Inevitable Divorce & How RHONY Got So Good

As Milania and Teresa make headlines yet again, the new season of RHONJ which is expected later this year will look very different than anything the Garden State has ever shown us before. RHONY has another stellar week, but not everyone is on board. Last, but not least, Kyle and Mauricio head to an inevitable divorce, unsolicited advice to Heather Dubrow and so much more! @lorialtermann @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BROUGHT TO YOU BY: AUDIBLE - audible.com/VELVET (New Members Start Listening w/ a 30...

Published: Oct 2, 2026Duration: 46m 18s

Bethenny's NY Return, Margaret Josephs' Cast Member Happy She's Fired & Lisa Barlow Says Whitney Looks Cheap

Bethenny Frankel has declared loud and clear, the B is back!!!!! As the new season of RHONJ is being edited as we speak for a premier in the next few months before years end, Margaret Josephs gets targeted by cast mates past and present in a move no one saw coming. Last, but not least, another stellar episode of RHOSLC has dropped while Lisa Barlow says Whitney Rose is cheap, Heather deserved to be forgiven and John Barlow is still the sexiest man alive. @lorialtermann @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef <...

Published: Oct 1, 2026Duration: 36m 59s

Teresa Is Very Worried About Milania, Kelly Dodd's Criminal Trial Update & Everyone Is Mad At Luann

As RHUGT prepares to come to an end next week at Bluestone Manor, one thing is clear. Everyone is mad at Luann. Lu tries hard not to become the next Vicki Gunvalson as Alex McCord reminds us that LV does not make mistakes, Tre tries to play the sax and Kyle wonders how fast she can get back to the 90210. In other news, Kelly Dodd’s next court date is set where she will have to face her revenge porn charges head on. Madonna wins big - 7 wins - and dominates, as usual, the VMAs. Last, but not least, ev...

Published: Sep 30, 2026Duration: 31m 48s

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

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: Sep 30, 2026Duration: 36m 35s

Truth About Milania Giudice's Airport Breakdown, Ariana To Quit Next Gen & Housewives Troll Brandi's GoFundMe

Milania Giudice went viral last week after her, now deleted, Tampa Airport video went viral. New facts emerge daily - nervous breakdown, under professional care, substance claims, police audio reports leaked. Today, here, we dissect and make sense of it all. Ariana Biermann claims she want to quit Next Gen and go home but with all going on with KJ, we strongly advise against that. Last, but not least, Real Housewives troll Brandi Glanville’s GoFundMe as she is the first person eliminated from this season of Special Forces. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef ...

Published: Sep 29, 2026Duration: 43m 27s

Dorit's Shocking Yearly Income, Lisa Barlow's True Colors Exposed, Bravo's Escuses For Vicki & RHOP Secrets

Dorit’s shockingly yearly income salary is revealed. Lisa Barlow’s true colors are exposed. Bravo makes excused for Vicki Gunvalson’s behavior. RHOP secrets are spilled and revealed. Gizelle and Robyn we are looking at you. Last, but not least, Dolly Parton’s family has gone to war over her hundred multi million dollar fortune. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: TIMELINE- Timeline.com/VELVETROPE (Timeline Is Offering a 15 Day...

Published: Sep 28, 2026Duration: 41m 40s

RHOSLC Cast Members Try To Get Meredith Fired, Teresa Breaks Down & Checking In On KJ's House Arrest

Meredith Marks’ RHOSLC cast mates are trying to get her fired but just what is going on, who is at the bottom of this and what happens next. Of course, Lisa B has something to say about it. Teresa breaks down. Luann annoys the Bravoverse but not more than Vicki. Ciara slays DWTS. Andy resolves past feuds. Mary blocks Angie K. Last, but not least, we check in on KJ Biermann’s home arrest and are, in a rare move, left utterly speechless. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE...

Published: Sep 27, 2026Duration: 32m 47s

Constantine Maroulis (on RHONY, LuAnn, Ramona, Tinsley, Camille Grammer & American Idol) II

Constantine Maroulis steps Behind The Rope. Do you remember when RHONY OG’s LuAnn de Lesseps and Ramona Singer said that they have both "been there, done that" with a fine younger gentleman. That fine younger gentleman has also had past relations with fellow RHONY cast member and Forever It-Girl Tinsley Mortimer. A fine gentleman who, according to Lu, “won American Idol." Turns out, our fav Apple Holders were talking about Constantine Maroulis, who actually came in 6th place during Season 4 of the hit singing competition. Constantine stops by to discuss American Idol - Paula, Simon, Seacrest, Carrie Underwood, getting...

Published: Sep 27, 2026Duration: 1h 4m 38s