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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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48:49

MELISSA RIVERS (on The Disappointment Of West, Andy's...

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2026/04/20

Melissa Rivers returns for a Reality TV state of emergency. The ever changing by the day saga of West/ Amanda/ Ciara continues as In The City drops its trailer and gets ready to premiere, Rhianna gets involved, the entire future of the Summer House franchise is threatened, fake rumors about the reunion swirl and last, but not least, we wonder just WTF is the big attraction to West Wilson. ABC prepares to recover from the Taylor Frankie Paul debacle as rumors, and nastiness, arise of several

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38:06

Lisa Hochstein Faces Criminal Charges, Kyle Sues Kim...

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2026/04/19

Lisa Hochstein and Jody Glidden are facing criminal charges over allegations of intercepting Lisa’s ex Lenny’s communications as Jody is taken into custody. In other legal news, Kyle Richards sues sister Kim Richards. Andy Cohen slams Leah McSweeney in court. Leah claps back through her attorney hard. Mauricio and family go after their elderly father’s younger woman who they claim is guilty of elderly abuse. Speaking of Mo, he gets hot and heavy with his latest Love Island chick. Last, but not

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70:58

CAROLINE STANBURY (on Real Housewives of Dubai,...

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2026/04/19

Caroline Stanbury steps Behind The Rope. Once a Lady of London, then a Real Housewife of Dubai, now a Traitor. The Queen has arrived. All hail. Before looking ahead, Caroline looks back at one of Bravo’s most Iconic shows gone way before its time, Ladies of London. We chat about the highs, lows, cat fights, Mapperton, Gift Library, cast changes, fall down drunk moments and drama of it all which, when said in a British accent, seemed totally high society to us Americans over here in the states. We

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22:46

Kyle To Exit RHOBH, Dorit Plays Victim, Jeff Lewis In...

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2026/04/18

Kyle Richards to exit RHOBH. This is what has been brewing underground, behind the scenes, for a few weeks now. Today we address these rumors, separate fact from fiction, reveal Kyle’s supposed plans post RHOBH and discuss why now may be the real time Kyle resigns from her position and hands in her diamond. Dorit has completely fumbled the ball on her own future on the show but could Kyle’s exit actually save her job? In other news, RHORI continues to shock, delight and thrill those few who are

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63:47

What The RHOBH Seating Chart Really Means, Dorinda...

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2026/04/17

The RHOBH reunion is upon us and it promises, as usual, no shortage of drama. Erika says nothing was resolved, Rachel says she put Amanda in her place and Kathy and Tilly were just along for the ride. All that said and done, what does the seating chart actually mean this year, why were certain Housewives seated where they were and what does this mean for their future on the show and the actual future of the show itself? Dorinda storms of the set of The Golden Life but all is not as it seems. Last,

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52:45

Kyle Richards' "Housewives Game" Exposed, RHONJ New...

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2026/04/16

It has been fifteen, some say amazing, some say long seasons of RHOBH, but Kyle’s Housewife game has finally been exposed thanks to a very unexpected source no one saw coming. With RHONJ back, almost filming for the upcoming Season Fifteen, it is time to meet the new cast in its entirety. Carl Radke has a rumored secret girlfriend. Last, but not least, Gizelle and Robyn read Wendy for filth, the public worries about Miss Osefo and Phaedra Parks has two words of advice, Plea

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42:15

Rachel Zoe Gets Serious Warning, RHOP S11 Cast, Drew...

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2026/04/15

Rachel Zoe has been warned by ex Rodger Berman’s girlfriend of two years, Bree Jacoby, to leave her the fu*k alone. In a series of scathing posts, Bree puts Rachel in her place, and then some, after a season long story line against Rodger, by Rachel, that many consider played out. The RHOP Season 11 cast is revealed. Welcome back Robyn Dixon. West and Amanda enjoy a night out in the West Village, no pun intended, of New York City. Last, but sure not least, Drew Sidora loses primary custody of

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26:24

EVAN ROSS (on Ashlee Simpson, Diana Ross, Reality TV,...

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2026/04/15

Evan Ross steps Behind The Rope. Evan is here to mention it all. Evan talks about the full anthology of his acting career from 90210 to Hunger Games and everything and anything in between. Evan talks Reality TV - Ashlee+Evan, wife Ashlee Simpson, Mom Diana Ross, growing up with the likes of Michael Jackson, musical influences and last, but not least, his recent stint as Stingray on Fox’s The Masked Singer.@realevanross @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at -

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52:36

Erika Jayne's Dark Side, Kyle Richards' Secret Life...

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2026/04/14

Erika Jayne has officially entered the dark side and, being seemingly very comfortable there, does not seem to be exiting any time soon. Kyle and Morgan have a secret meet up. In other news, Kyle talks about her future with Mauricio. Last, but not least, with all the names being thrown around from RHONJ past to return for Season 15 and/ or make guest appearances, only one has gotten our attention. The one. The only. Miss Danielle Staub. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES

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51:42

Dorit's Fatal Mistake Regarding Her RHOBH Future,...

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2026/04/13

Dorit has been doing a lot to talking lately, so much so that she just possibly talked herself out of a job for next season on RHOBH. Dorit, everything you say can and will be used against you. Heather Gay is accused of stealing. Boz The Bully takes another swing at Amanda. Kim Zolciak takes another swing at Kroy with the help of her famous offspring. Maura Higgins may be the next Bachelorette. SLOMW is in the state of emergency. The Duggars are a mess. Last, but not least, where the F is Nancy

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38:11

Bethenny Films RHONY, Amanda Batula's Cancellation &...

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2026/04/12

Rumors and nastiness say Amanda Batula is one hundred percent cancelled, to the extent, that is, that an actual human being can be cancelled. We break down the facts, the loss of brand deals, the instagram losses and gains for the Summer House cast and discuss what is next for all parties involved as well as the show. Teresa issues a warning and threat to bloggers. Bethenny Frankel films RHONY, sorta, kinda. RHORI means business, Ladies of London reigns supreme and last, but not least, The Valley

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66:54

JULIET ANGUS (on Real Housewives, Dorit/ PK, Ladies...

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2026/04/12

Juliet Angus steps Behind The Rope. The New Reign: Ladies of London is back in our lives and oh, what a season it is. One thing became very clear within the first few seconds of speaking to Juliet, SHE - KNOWS - EVERYONE! We do not mean she has met everyone. We mean know - we mean had dinner with - partied with - traveled with. Dorit and PK. Dorinda. Cary Dueber. Tinsley Mortimer. Paris Hilton. Nicole Richie. Tracy Tutor. We discuss it all, including “The Simple Life” remake she wanted to pursue

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19:19

Dorit's Path of Destruction, Boz's Evil Plan, Summer...

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2026/04/11

RHORI’s second episode brought polyamory, infidelity and a new housewife. Welcome Rulla. We are here to help make sense of it all today. In other news, Kyle says Dorit is on a path of self destruction and there are a few witnesses here today who seem to agree. Boz is not one of them but, speaking of Boz, she is certainly enjoying this Dorit/ Kyle showdown just a little too much. Last, but not least, Carl and Lindsey capitalize, Amanda hides out, West runs, runs away, new confessionals are filmed

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48:41

Kelly Dodd Unravels, Bethenny Is Obsessed & Dorit...

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2026/04/10

Dorit Kemsley is having a season. She has grown apart from both Kyle and Erika, solidified Zoe as her new BFF, is in foreclosure, preparing for a new home and really, at the end of the day, does not seem to give one F about how she comes off to the rest of her diamond holding cast. Kelly Dodd seems to be unraveling more by the day. Bethenny seems to be more obsessed by the day. Last, but not least, The Golden Life has already hit a fizzle before it has even seen the

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59:16

RHOBH Major Cast Shake Up, RHONJ New Cast Revealed &...

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2026/04/09

The RHOBH past and present worry about Dorit and all that she is going though as what many call a boring season of RHOBH prepares to conclude. One thing is for certain though. RHOBH is headed for a little pause, reshuffle and major cast change that will leave the fans asking wtf. Speaking of shows that weren’t paused, the new RHONJ cast is revealed. Lisa Rinna opens up about her fallout with Denise Richards. Last, but not least, everyone’s fav chumps, Patrik and Pol, offer some suggestions on how

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38:44

Kyle Richards' Warning To Fans, Truth About Ciara/...

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2026/04/08

Another second, another minute, another hour, another day, more info on the Ciara, West, Amanda mess leaks and we are here to make sense of it all. More truths, timelines and receipts reveal themselves. Kyle Richards sends a stern warning to the fans, her cast mates and anyone and everyone else who will listen. Larsa Pippen’s home was almost broken into. Schwartz and Lala join The Valley. Ladies of London reigns supreme, still. Last, but not least, Jen Shah has a lot to say as she breaks her silence

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31:31

JUDGE GREG MATHIS (on Reality TV, Judge Judy, Judging...

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2026/04/08

Judge Greg Mathis steps Behind The Rope. One of the longest running TV judges of all time is here to mention it all. Judge Mathis talks the highs and lows of his twenty four season run on TV, the strangest cases, setting young lives straight just like he did his own and so much more. Judge Mathis talks Judge Judy, starring on his own reality show with family - “Mathis Family Matters”, the current state of “Court” TV and last, but not least, his recent stint as 14 Karat Carrot on Fox’s The Masked

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65:34

Jeff Lewis' Restraining Order, Kelly Dodd's New Fake...

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2026/04/07

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, our Litigation Attorney Chad Davenport returns to the pod - new

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49:28

Jeff Lewis Live Toxic Work Environment, Real Reason...

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2026/04/06

Rumors and nastiness have come forth to mention a toxic work environment at Jeff Lewis Live due to many recent events. Everyone’s fav chumps stop by to discuss. No, they were not thrilled we brought the topic up but welcome Behind The Rope…. In other news, RHOM is cancelled despite what Lisa and Larsa say, but what is the real reason for RHOM’s demise? Speaking of those in denial, Andy Cohen we see you. Last, but not least, where does Bachelor Nation, SLOMW and Taylor Frankie Paul go from here

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38:13

RHOBH Cast Banned From Discussing Dorit, Amanda...

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2026/04/05

Dorit is certainly having one F of a season as she may be thrilled with new BFFs Boz and Zoe, but she is still not speaking to Kyle or Erika. Often accused as willing to do anything that producers ask of her, the cast has been warned time and time again of what is completely off limits when it comes to Ms. Kemsley and we are all ears. Teresa needs to drop Jennifer Aydin and run as fast as she can as Miss Aydin is proving to be quite the liability to Tre’s RHONJ future. Last, but not least, Amanda

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