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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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39:07

Fired RHONJ Cast Acts Weird, RHOSLC Season 7 Spoilers...

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2026/04/03

Last week, RHONJ announced that only Dolores, Teresa and Melissa will be returning for Season 15. Easy breezy, but not so fast. The fired cast has been acting strange, sharing half truths and rewriting history insulting the viewers as if they have no active memory of the last decade in the Garden State. Erika and Dorit are still not speaking, nothing has been resolved at the RHOBH reunion and Producers have a major dilemma on their hands with how to move forward next season with this current batch

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51:33

Kyle Uses Dorit, Tamra Reveals Cast Secrets, RHORI's...

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2026/04/03

Tamra Judge just cannot help herself. She spills cast secrets. Kyle uses Dorit. Dorit is mad at Mauricio. RHORI secrets are spilled. RHONY returns. RHONJ returns. Crystal Kung inserts herself. Amanda Frances issues a warning. Kandi Burruss celebrates single life. Last, but not least, the new RHOP cast is revealed.@behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: NOOM - noom.com (The Noom GLP-1 Microdose Program

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47:56

RHOBH’s Major Cast Change Up, Melissa's Post RHONJ...

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2026/04/02

RHONJ’s future is clearer than ever but Melissa, Andy and many others have messages for Margaret Josephs as she rides off into the sunset. Sutton Stracke’s private texts are exposed but all is not as it seems. Last, but not least, after a very lackluster RHOBH season, and many rumors and nastiness, the Producers of RHOBH prepare for a major, drastic, cast overhaul which will see many of our fav diamond holders fighting for their lives.@behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES

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40:44

What Ciara Really Knew About West/ Amanda, Kyle's...

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2026/04/01

The other day we broke down whether West Wilson and Amanda Batula were or were not actually an item, hooking up and/ or together and dating. Today, now that new news has arisen, we discuss what Andy Cohen and Ciara Miller actually knew as Ciara distances herself from it all. The plot thickens. In other news, the rumors and nastiness swirl around our fav diamond holders about just how much next season of RHOBH is expected to change. Rinna is apparently in, Kyle is apparently out and oh so very many

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33:34

JACK WAGNER (on Melrose Place, Heather Locklear,...

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2026/04/01

Jack Wagner steps Behind The Rope. Jack is here to chat about the full anthology of his career none the least of which is a several year run as Dr. Peter Burns on one of the best shows of all time, Melrose Place. Jack talks Heather Locklear, the boundaries Melrose pushed and reboots. Jack also talks General Hospital (shout out Frisco), The Bold and the Beautiful, Santa Barbara, being part of the Hallmark family, Dancing With The Stars, his recent elimination as “Eggplant” on The Masked Singer,

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57:16

RHOM Smackdown, Kelly Dodd vs. Dr. Dhivya Update &...

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2026/03/31

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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51:17

Jeff Lewis Battles Everyone For Shannon, RHOBH...

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2026/03/30

Jeff Lewis has had many public friends come and go over the past many years but one thing is for certain, he will defend, defend, defend Shannon Beador to the detriment of his other relationships. RHOBH Producers are rumored to have received a very stern warning from Bravo to shape up or ship out. Lisa Rinna is enjoying the last laugh. Tamra Judge has one big regret. Last, but not least, Vicki Gunvalson will do anything, Kandi Burruss is a single woman and so much

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43:15

Amanda/ West (Together Or Not?), Dolores/ Melissa...

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2026/03/29

Amanda Batula and West Wilson. Over the past few days there have ben many rumors, and nastiness, that Amanda, although not divorced yet from Kyle Cooke, has been hooking up with BFF, or ex-BFF depending on what you believe, Ciara Miller who was with West last year-ish. Today we deep dive all the evidence to reveal are they or are they not. Andy Cohen is mad AF at Sarah Michelle Gellar. Finally, Dolores and Melissa Cover for Margaret amidst her RHONJ exit half truths, fibs and their very own return

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73:07

Ladies of London’s CAPRICE BOURRET (on Caroline...

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2026/03/29

Ladies of London’s Caprice Bourret steps Behind The Rope. The New Reign: Ladies of London is back in our lives and oh, what a season it is. Calling from her closet, no really she is in her expansive, white closet, from across the pond, Caprice is here to tell it all. Caprice breaks down all that was Ladies of London, cast makes, the ups and downs of her friendship with Caroline Stanbury and oh so very much, much more.@capricebourret @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BROUGHT TO YOU BY: MOOD -

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21:20

Margaret's RHONJ "Exit" (Termination?),...

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2026/03/28

RHONJ is finally coming back. Dolores, Teresa and Melissa have begun filming. Margaret has made her statement regarding her (termination?) exit. Jen Fessler has let us know she is available for birthdays and weddings. Dolores becomes the first housewife in history to be on two series at the same time. Today, we break it all down, discuss the mixed reactions from fans and Bravolebs and help make sense of it all. Last, but not least, we reveal the rest of the cast and discuss just how Bravo plans to

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43:43

The Return of Bethenny's Reality Reckoning, Melissa/...

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2026/03/27

For all of those in the back row who may not be aware, Bethenny Frankel would like you to know her Reality Reckoning is alive and well and in full effect. Bethenny weighs in on the cancellation of Taylor Frankie Paul and The Bachelorette, the multitude of lawsuits which are likely to follow from everyone and anyone and last, but not least, her very own Dating Service which, unlike ABC, is alive and thriving. Melissa and Teresa’s love affair continues as Bravo announces the new RHONJ cast!! Last,

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65:02

RENEE GRAZIANO (on RHORI's Mob Rumors, Advice For...

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2026/03/27

Renee Graziano steps Behind The Rope. She’s baaaack, yet again! One of our fav regs is back to mention it all! Renee spills the tea on the rumored reboot of everyone’s fav reality show, Mob Wives. Renee talks Drita, Karen and Carla. She talks physical fights, the modern day Mob and Drita on House of Villains. Of course, the convo quickly turns to Housewives - the return of RHONJ, how to fix RHOBH, Wendy’s possible jail time, RHONY’s new cast, K. Michelle on RHOA, Mary Cosby and RHOSLC Season 7,

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53:13

RHOC Producer Plant Cast Members Eliminated, Entire...

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2026/03/26

Secrets have spilled forth from behind the scenes of filming from this upcoming season of RHOSLC and rumors and nastiness say anyone on the cast is in danger of being fired with no advance warning. However, all is not as it seems. The RHOC plant cast members are rejected and eliminated. Nene is back in the Bravo mix and Andy gushes, again, over the upcoming season of RHOA. Speaking of Andy, he has a wild night out with some unexpected Bravolebs. Last, but not least, Dorit remains clueless as her

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54:57

Margaret Josephs Leaks Stories About Herself, Kelly...

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2026/03/25

Margaret Josephs has been busy with her new life now that RHONJ is moving on without her. Kelly Dodd has been in our Attorney’s purview a lot over the past few weeks and today, a legal update is provided. Bethenny Frankel says she wants nothing to do with the new RHONY, E!’s The Golden Life, but Bethenny seems prime for a whole new career in TV regardless. Vanderpump Rules prepares for its second rebooted season. Finally, wIth Hulu, Netflix, E! And many others making major moves to employ ex

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59:36

KELLY DODD'S POLICE REPORT Against Dr. Dhivya...

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2026/03/24

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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58:45

RHOC BTS Filming Tea, Andy Cohen’s Complicated...

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2026/03/23

RHOC is back with filming for Season 20 well underway. Newbie’s, the return of Vicki and as much drama as usual, our fav Orange Holders are at it again. Lisa Rinna and Andy Cohen’s complicated relationship takes turns and makes moves. Ladies of London gets ready to return in a few short weeks. Amanda Batula has a new man. Craig Conover Loses It. Christine Quinn set to return to Selling Sunset. Nancy Guthrie is still missing. Last, but not least, the fans start to appreciate Amanda Frances more than

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66:14

RENEE GRAZIANO (on Mob Wives' Reboot, The End of...

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2026/03/23

Renee Graziano steps Behind The Rope. She’s baaaack, yet again! One of our fav regs is back to mention it all! Renee spills the tea on the rumored reboot of everyone’s fav reality show, Mob Wives. Renee talks Drita, Karen and Carla. She talks physical fights, the modern day Mob and Drita on House of Villains. Of course, the convo quickly turns to Housewives - the return of RHONJ, how to fix RHOBH, Wendy’s possible jail time, RHONY’s new cast, K. Michelle on RHOA, Mary Cosby and RHOSLC Season 7,

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36:10

Leah McSweeney's Huge Legal Win Against Bravo, Andy...

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2026/03/22

Leah McSweeney has scored a major victory in her lawsuit against Bravo as her multi claim case against the network, production, the parent company and Andy moves forward in a move no one saw coming. RHOSLC is currently filming Season 7 with the entire cast back to support Mary in all that she is going though. Andy Cohen makes tone deaf statements and forgets to read the room. Last, but not least, Wendy Osefo makes a huge F Up in court that could have harsh ramifications for her, Eddie and her

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63:27

ADELA KING (on Ladies of London, Caroline Stanbury,...

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2026/03/22

Adela King, from Ladies of London, Steps Behind The Rope. The New Reign: Ladies of London is back in our lives and oh, what a season it is. Checking in from her home in London, Adela fills us in on all she has been up to since we last saw her on our Bravo TVs in Ladies Of London. Adela chats Ladies of London, cast mates, Real Housewives of Dubai and former Ladies of London cast member Caroline Stanbury, addiction, mental health and last, but certainly not least, her close call run in with Ghislaine

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20:23

Kim D. Returns, RHOBH Cast Destroys Amanda Frances &...

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2026/03/21

Helll may hath frozen over because Kim D. Is back. Here. Maybe. Kinda. Sorta. Then again, so is RHONJ. Kinda, maybe, yes, sorta. The RHOBH cast destroys Amanda, again. Jeff Lewis’ relationship and thoughts about Kelly Dodd Leventhal take front and center stage. Ladies of London continues to reign supreme. The Golden Life films. Next Gen tea gets hot. Andy Cohen denies Rinna rumors. Last, but not least, Dolores and Marge triple down and do not seem to be stopping any time

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