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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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34:13

Teddi Mellencamp Opens Up About Divorce, RHOC Reunion...

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2024/11/06

We announced a few days ago that Teddi Mellencamp has filed for divorce from her husband of thirteen years, Edwin Arroyave. Today we share updates regarding Teddi’s divorce and what we find most interesting and shocking about the motions she recently filed with the courts. Lindsay Hubbard shares info on her pregnancy, man and Summer House. Bethenny Frankel addresses the claim that the RHONY Reboot is “unwatchable” and “should be taken away”, shares joy in the fact that the Bravo Powers That Be must

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69:20

Jeff Lewis / Heather McDonald Breakup Update,...

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2024/11/06

Everyone’s favorite chumps - Patrik and Pol - are baccck! That’s right, Patrik & Pol step back Behind The Rope. Patrik and Pol take a moment out of being regulars on Jeff Lewis Live to chat Jeff, Bravo and more. Starting out shady - sorry Jeff - we talk about Jeff’s past fall outs with ex chumps such as Julie & Brandy and everyone’s fav JLL breakup, Heather McDonald. Patrik & Pol share never before heard details about the fall out between Heather & Jeff, their own fall out with Heather McDonald and

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60:08

Jeff Lewis / Heather McDonald Breakup Updates, Dorit...

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2024/11/05

Everyone’s favorite chumps - Patrik and Pol - are baccck! That’s right, Patrik & Pol step back Behind The Rope. Patrik and Pol take a moment out of being regulars on Jeff Lewis Live to chat Jeff, Bravo and more. Starting out shady - sorry Jeff - we talk about Jeff’s past fall outs with ex chumps such as Julie & Brandy and everyone’s fav JLL breakup, Heather McDonald. Patrik & Pol share never before heard details about the fall out between Heather & Jeff, their own fall out with Heather McDonald and

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66:55

JAX TAYLOR (on Brittany, “The Valley”, Stassi, LVP,...

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2024/11/04

Jax Taylor steps back Behind The Rope. Jax is here for a nothing is off limits chat breaking down the full anthology of his time in the VanderVerse - the highs and lows of VPR, cast mates, and ultimate end. Jax clarifies the circumstances surrounding his and wife Brittany Cartwright’s exit, the many misconceptions about it, and the truth as to what actually happened. Jax also talks about the end of his friendship with Stassi, ups and downs of his relationship with Lisa Vanderpump and ins and outs of

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36:55

Teddi Mellencamp’s Divorce, Tamra’s “Vicki” Photo...

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2024/11/03

Teddi Mellencamp announced her Divorce from Edwin Arroyave, her husband of thirteen years. Today, we break down Teddi’s announcement, official “I” not “We” statement, reasons for the divorce, the BravoVerse’s reaction and what happens next for Teddi and her family. Tamra Judge has thrust herself in the middle of Caroline Manzo’s lawsuit against Bravo, Warner Brothers, NBC, Shed Media and Peacock TV claiming she has a picture from Vicki Gunvalson which supports Caroline’s claims against her very own

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55:01

VICKI GUNVALSON (on Tamra Judge, Shannon Beador,...

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2024/11/03

The OG of the OC Miss Vicki Gunvalson steps Behind The Rope. Vicki is here to chat about the full ride of her RHOC career - the ups and downs, good and bad and everything in between from her time on the show to life after being a full time RHOC Orange Holder. Vicki opens up about many of her much publicized relationships that we have seen and heard so much about on air and behind the scenes - Don, Brooks and Steve. Vicki discusses her many tumultuous relationships with RHOC co-stars Tamra Judge,

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14:55

JIM BELLINO (on Tamra’s Deserved Karma, Upcoming RHOC...

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2024/11/02

Our Third Ever Live Show has come and gone and boy was it one for the record books. First things first. Our very special guest RHOC’s very own Jim “Jimmy” Bellino showed up and showed out. Jimmy discussed all that has been going on this season on RHOC - the “takedown” of Tamra, return of Alexis, redemption of Shannon and much more. Jimmy also talks why he is currently mad at Kelly Dodd, how Vicki often “gets it wrong”, Alexis & Johnny J’s upcoming nuptials, what came first Johnny J or Jimmy B,

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79:05

Louie Ruelas’ New Moves, Kyle & Morgan Sneak Around &...

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2024/11/01

Kyle Richards and Morgan Wade have been spending a lot of time together again with Kyle Recently in Africa hiding Morgan in the background of pictures. What is going on now with these two and will Kyle ever come clean about their relationship? Crystal Kung Minkoff elaborates on recent comments that she was told RHOBH is Kyle’s show and was hazed her first season on RHOBH as RHOBH drops its stellar trailer for next season. Tom Sandoval claims Rachel Leviss’ team will drop the lawsuit against him if

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71:34

RHOBH Trailer (Kyle vs. Dorit), Vanderpump Rules’...

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2024/10/31

There are so many rumors swirling in the VanderVerse about the future of VPR. Contract disputes, demands for money, the fact that Ariana has moved on both figuratively and literally - as her and Tom’s house goes up for sale and last, but certainly not least, a cast that is much divided with Lala not speaking to Ariana at all. We break down all these facts, discuss the likelihood VPR will return for a final season and address the rumors that the next gen of VanderKids is about to emerge in VPR 2.0

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67:52

MELISSA’S OLD NOSE (on Problems Casting RHONJ 15 Due...

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2024/10/30

Melissa’s Old Nose - Gabriella - steps Behind The Rope. She’s baaack and so is the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Gabriella is here to help break down the stellar trailer, the upcoming season of Dorit vs. Kyle, newbies Jennifer Tilly and Boz, Kyle & Mo’s separation, Dorit & PK’s separation, the joys of Sutton Stracke and what it is like to watch a Housewives show with no specific teams. Speaking of teams, with Gabriella here, the convo turns to RHONJ. We discuss Jennifer Aydin’s claims that

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35:30

Dina Manzo’s Daughter Slams Aunt Caroline, Jeff...

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2024/10/29

So much happening in the BravoVerse, so little time. Where to begin? Dina Manzo’s daughter Lexi wrote a letter slamming Tommy Manzo for years of abuse against her Mom, slamming Aunt Caroline Manzo for supporting him at trial and detailing just what went down between Dina, Caroline and the rest of the Manzo fam. Jeff Lewis is returning to Bravo with a new docuseries. Alexis “Jesus Jugs” Bellino comes in hot for the RHOC reunion, newbie Jennifer Pedantri slams Tamra again and secures her place for

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50:04

JAKE COHEN (on RHONY Season 15, Nicole Martin’s RHOM...

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2024/10/29

Jake Cohen steps Behind The Rope. Jake is here to talk about it all from growing up a nice Jewish boy in NYC to becoming a New York Times best selling cookbook author, cooking with the likes of Martha Stewart and Rachael Ray, filming his now infamous challah-braiding videos, starring in his all new (Oct 28th Premiere on A+E Networks’ FYI, 10PM EST) “Jake Makes It Easy” TV show and, what he describes as a life long dream, appearing with Daddy Cohen himself on WWHL. Speaking of Daddy Cohen, Jake talks

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74:23

JAX TAYLOR (on Brittany, “The Valley”, Stassi, LVP,...

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2024/10/28

Jax Taylor steps Behind The Rope. Jax is here for a nothing is off limits chat breaking down the full anthology of his time in the VanderVerse - the highs and lows of VPR, cast mates, and ultimate end. Jax clarifies the circumstances surrounding his and wife Brittany Cartwright’s exit, the many misconceptions about it, and the truth as to what actually happened. Jax also talks about the end of his friendship with Stassi, ups and downs of his relationship with Lisa Vanderpump and ins and outs of his

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36:37

Dorinda Medley Slams Jennifer Aydin, Margaret Talks...

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2024/10/27

Margaret Josephs weighs in, comments and responds to Jennifer Aydin and Andy Cohen’s chat after Jen incorrectly announced she would be returning to RHONJ next season. Of course, Marge also shares info on the return of RHONJ after this current, much needed, still going strong pause. Dorinda Medley weighs in, slams Aydin and offers some words of advice of her own that only the all wise Ms. Medley could instill. In other news, our next Live Show - Q & A - is just days away (this Tuesday, October 29th

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62:25

GRETCHEN ROSSI (on Tamra's Reign Of Terror, Kelly...

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2024/10/27

Gretchen Rossi steps back Behind The Rope. It is hard to imagine it’s been seven seasons since Gretchen was last a full time cast member on The Real Housewives of Orange County. Gretchen reflects back on her several season run on the granddaddy of The Real Housewives Franchise. We discuss the good (meeting fiancé Slade Smiley, performing with the Pussycat Dolls), the bad (there seems to be no love loss between her and former co-star Tamra Judge, the 80s Bunco Party, a reference to a certain muppet

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14:15

Teresa & Louie's New "Scam", Jennifer Aydin's...

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2024/10/26

RHONJ may be off the air but many of our favs, who may or may not be returning, have been making quite the headlines this past week. Teresa is urging, or begging based on how you read it, everyone to sign up for some website where we can all make free money to the tune of 50K a year. We break down this very strange biz venture, share updates on Louie’s other biz ventures and answer just what is going on across the river in the Giudice / Ruelas household. Jennifer Aydin cannot seem to accept her fate

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72:16

Jennifer Aydin’s Denial Over RHONJ Future, Katie...

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2024/10/25

Crystal Kung Minkoff and Cynthia Bailey have a new Podcast and we have a lot to say. This season of RHOP continues with the two main OGS - Karen and Gizelle - still at odds. Yes, Ashley, we know you are an OG too. Jennifer Aydin continues in her five stages of grief and still seems to be clueless about the fact that she will not be returning to RHONJ. RHOSLC continues on with Mary’s participation, Whitney and Meredith growing farther apart, Bronwyn making the rounds and much more. Katie Maloney is

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64:13

Teresa Giudice Mad At Jacqueline Laurita(?), VPR’s...

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2024/10/24

Vanderpump Rules Season 12. The rumored final season. We break down what to expect, who will and will not be back and whether Rachel Leviss, now that she has ended her Podcast, will return for one last hurrah. BravoCon 2025 is set to return, sorta. Teresa Giudice may be angered at Jacqueline Laurita based on some of Jacqueline’s recent comments, Tamra Judge’s “bad”, or “bad edit” depending how you look at it, season of RHOC continues, Teresa Giudice’s current stint on The Villains may be helping

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71:37

Dorit’s Upcoming RHOBH Season, RHOC Toxicity Explodes...

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2024/10/23

Mob Wives. One of the best Reality TV shows of all time. Today, Robb Pepp and Tonzi Macaroni from The Straightened Out Podcast step back Behind The Rope. Robb and Tonzi are here to talk about the highs and lows of Mob Wives, fav and least fav cast mates, Renee, Drita, Karen, Carla, Ramona, OGs vs. Newbies, co-host Mob Wives creator Jenn Graziano, smack downs, security, The Mob and much more. Of course, the convo quickly turns to Housewives and Bravo. Robb and Tonzi weigh in on the RHONJ pause, who

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60:08

Tamra Judge's “Spectrum" Fallout , Gretchen Rossi's...

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2024/10/22

Tamra Judge rocked the BravoVerse last week when she declared she was “on the spectrum”. We break down Tamra’s statement, analyze the validity of it, weigh in on the public outrage and discuss the claims that it was for sympathy, to excuse over a decade of RHOC bad behavior and / or for a story line next season, RHOC 19. Finally, we discuss the comments thereafter from Vicki, Gretchen, Kelly Dodd and Heather McDonald. In other RHOC news, Jim Bellino and Elizabeth Vargas are dating, then not dating

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