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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

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50:38

Erika Wants Dorit Back, Boz Wants To Be Kyle, Margret...

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2026/05/05

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

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47:49

Luis Ruelas' Unpaid Loan, Denise Richards' Win For...

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2026/05/04

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

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38:25

Dorit Responds To PK Interview/ Slams Teddi, Dolores...

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2026/05/03

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

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69:57

Laguna Beach’s ALEX MURREL (on Laguna Beach, The...

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2026/05/03

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

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21:07

Andy Cohen's Fake Threats, RHOBH Producer Mad At...

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2026/05/02

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,

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35:04

In The City Cameras Back Up, Bethenny's New FU To...

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2026/05/01

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

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57:39

Kyle's RHOBH Exit, West's Spinoff, Bethenny In Love,...

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2026/05/01

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 - super.com/credit (See How Super+

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48:35

Sutton Is Mad At Tilly, Melissa Is Nervous To Anger...

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2026/04/30

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

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42:35

PK's Interview Analyzed, Kyle Exposes Dorit's Secret...

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2026/04/29

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 -

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30:44

PHILLIP PHILLIPS (on Current State of Reality TV,...

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2026/04/29

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

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44:38

Ciara Miller's PI, Audience Rejects New RHONJ Cast,...

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2026/04/28

Another day, another twist and another turn in the Ciara, West, Amanda debacle. PIs galore, denials and a clear future for Ciara post Summer House. Did someone say The Bachelorette? Southern Hospitality gets good. RHOA fizzles. The Valley flops. The Valley: Persian Style is forgotten. Last, but certainly not least, the new RHONJ cast is leaked to less than stellar fan reaction. @amiryassofficial @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at -

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41:43

Dorit Tries To Save Her Job, Amanda Frances Is Done,...

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2026/04/27

Dorit is throwing anything and everything under the kitchen sink both on and off air at her co-stars to save her RHOBH job, but will it be enough to save her diamond come next season? Speaking of RHOBH, Amanda Frances is DONE. Melissa breaks down and cries over Teresa. RHORI’s behind the scenes scandals are exposed one at a time. Last, but not least, rumors, not nastiness, surface about Ciara Miller’s private investigation on West and Amanda with PIs, receipts, timelines and oh, so very much

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40:22

Dorit Threatens Erika Over RHOBH Future, Teddi/ Tamra...

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2026/04/26

Dorit warns and threatens ex friend Erika about her RHOBH future but, after this week’s reunion, Dorit has a thing or two to worry about herself. Teddi and Tamra have major issues with Dorit who, in their eyes, can do no right. Hello Kyle. Jesse Solomon tells a few lies, plays dumb and gets very confused over timelines. Last, but not least, Denise Richards mourns, Dorit amuses Kathy Hilton and we award best and worst dressed from the the RHOBH reunion. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS &

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66:35

Laguna Beach’s ALEX MURREL (on Laguna Beach, The...

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2026/04/26

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

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21:05

Teddi Tells Dorit To STFU, Rachel Zoe Slammed As...

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2026/04/25

Teddi Mellencamp tells Dorit Kemsley to shut the F up. Rachel Zoe is slammed as the meanest of all the RHOBH Cast. Sutton is thrilled to be in Erika and Kyle’s inner circle as the RHOBH reunion part one did not disappoint. Ciara Miller cries and opens up. In other news, RHORI’s Alicia and Rosie fight and make up in a matter of seconds, Kelsey admits to an affair, Rulla doesn’t know if she can forgive her husband, Dolores pops by and oh so very much more in this weeks episode four of everyone’s new

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54:47

Kyle Richards' Texts Could End Her, Tamra Slams...

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2026/04/24

Kyle Richards’ texts and voicemails could end her, her family and many others but what exactly do these secret texts and voicemails say? Tamra slams Rachel Zoe. Bethenny is uncomfortable. Speaking of Bethenny, a Jason Hoppy sighting is discussed. Wendy Osefo makes moves. Last, but not least, The Valley, RHOA and more of Bravo’s problem shows revealed and exposed.@behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU

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51:51

Teddi's Shocking Revelations About Dorit, Bethenny...

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2026/04/23

Teddi Mellencamp defends her BFF Kyle, feels for Erika and reveals shocking info about Dorit that has left everyone saying WTF. Avery Singer returns to film The Golden Life. Jen Shah plans her future. Rihanna gets involved in Ciara’s love life. Sai De Silva films RHONY and plans a divorce. Last, but definitely not least, Bethenny Frankel issues a stern warning to RHORY cast members and informs everyone of their “big mistake”.@behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available

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43:05

Kyle To Kick Dorit Off RHOBH, Meghan King/ Kyle Cooke...

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2026/04/22

Ahead of tomorrow night’s RHOBH reunion, Dorit is worried Kyle is going to kick her off the show, but, despite the fact that The Agency is “hers”, does Kyle really have that much power? Speaking of Kyle, Cooke that is, Kyle Cooke kisses Meghan King as West and Amanda attend a Yankees game and Ciara speaks out. Last, but not least, the shocking, awful truth behind Mary and Angie unfollowing each other amidst RHOSLC Season 7 filming. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES

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28:49

RACHEL PLATTEN (on "Fight Song", Fame, Chappell Roan,...

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2026/04/22

Rachel Platten steps Behind The Rope. The woman behind one of the most recognizable songs of the past decade and a half, “Fight Song”, is here to mention it all. Rachel talks what it is like to have a viral mega hit that inspires so many on the daily, performing with Taylor Swift, joining a Prince cover band, Love Is Blind, Real Housewives, 80s music, fame, Chappell Roan, performing an Ozzy song in front of Kelly, Jenny McCarthy’s superpower and last, but not least, her recent stint as Pangolin on

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50:28

Kyle Richards Fatigue, Erika Breaks Down Again Over...

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2026/04/21

Erika Jayne wants us all to know that no, she is not okay regarding Dorit as she suffers the loss of a decade long friendship. West Wilson got exactly what he wanted. Even with the loss of brand deals and Summer House off his IG bio, Mr. Wilson seems pretty content these days with how everything is playing out. Kyle Richards fatigue sets in after half truths, secret meet ups and a pretty lackluster season of RHOBH. PK’s Girlfriend looks like Dorit. An ex RHONJ cast member is accused of leaking

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