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Welcome to The Bravo Bench, where we invite you to “Get Judgy with Us!” Hosted by the dynamic trio of David Yontef, Ana Quincoces, and Ace Fanning, this podcast serves up a delightful mix of sharp wit, unapologetic opinions, and plenty of humor. Join us as we don our judicial robes to preside over the latest Bravo shows, dissecting every juicy detail, scandal, and dramatic twist. But that’s not all! We’ll also delve into the wild world of pop culture and the most bizarre, inappropriate public human behavior we can find. In our courtroom, the rules of evidence are thrown out the window, and hearsay reigns supreme. So, bring your curiosity, your sense of humor, and a love for all things outrageous. Tune in for a judgment-filled ride with The Bravo Bench! This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef @anaqooks @acefanning_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melissa’s Old Nose is back. Yes, again. We could not think of a better way to welcome the finale of the lowest rated, most toxic RHONJ season in history than to hear spoilers, shocking reveals and what we can expect ahead of tonight’s end of the season episode. In true Gabriela fashion, MON reveals Louie’s past, unknown, erratic behavior towards Teresa, the real reason Tre is so stressed out these days and Louie’s plan this week for damage control after tonight’s finale. Melissa’s Old Nose also addresses the rumors about Jennifer Aydin and Danielle Cabral’s altercation tonight, Bravo’s deleted scenes, Marge’s arsenal against Jackie, Fessler’s walk out, Hot Dog Lips, a Teresa and Melissa show down and much, much more. @rhonjteabee @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HERS- forhers.com/velvet (For Your Personalized Weight Loss Treatment Options) BYHEART - ByHeart.com/Podcast (Use Code VELVET To Redeem Your Welcome Offer On Their Clinically Proven Easy-to-digest Infant Formula) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RHONJ Season 14, Episode 12. The End Is Near. But First… Teresa calls her, for lack of a better word, lawyer to her house to take Marge to task. Teresa is so excited for her big reveal that Marge has been talking to Louie’s ex, Dolores reveals that we already know this and that the vacay house burnt to the ground, Teresa invents new words, Danielle Cabral is amused, Aydin is acting clueless despite her recently exposed off line behavior with bloggers and last, but certainly not least, in her most epic move to date, Margaret sends Teresa funeral flowers for the loss of her dignity. In other news, Andy Cohen has made very clear statements about the future of RHONJ. We break down those statements, clarify what he really meant and discuss who is going to have the hardest time adjusting to life after RHONJ a mere two weeks from now. All this and more with the one and only Andrea Lopez, as Teresa Giudice. @andrealopezcomedy @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Listen Now: https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love Hotel or whatever they ultimately plan to call it, Peacock has announced a new show with 4 of our favorite housewives looking for love - Luann, Gizelle, Shannon Beador and Ashley Darby. As we dive deep into the premise and likelihood of success, we offer advice to Shannon, Gizelle and Ashley as they compete for the attention of a variety of gentleman suitors against the one and only Luann de Lesseps. Larsa Pippen claims that RHOM is 100% definitely coming back. We break down that claim separating fact from fiction. Drew Sidora claims Kenya Moore may return to RHOA, slams Shamea and prepares to go on the RHOA cast trip. Scheana says Vanderpump Rules cannot go on with the current cast, calls for changes and we discuss what we think to be the inevitable return of Stassi. Finally, Brandi Glanville blames Bravo for basically everything that has and is currently going wrong in her life. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HERS- forhers.com/velvet (For Your Personalized Weight Loss Treatment Options) BYHEART - ByHeart.com/Podcast (Use Code VELVET To Redeem Your Welcome Offer On Their Clinically Proven Easy-to-digest Infant Formula) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Teresa Giudice seems to be coming to the realization, finally, that RHONJ as we know it is coming to an end. Bethenny Frankel is spotted oversees with a new man. With Kyle, Erika, Sutton and Garcelle all single, we discuss their availabilities and potential suitors to mingle as Dorit and PK grow farther apart and Mauricio grows closer to new love interest. Mary Cosby is rumored to be divorcing her grandfather, cameras are supposedly back up and Mary seems to be denying the whole thing. Finally, Joe Giudice is set to fight Antonio Sabato, Jr. later this year as we seriously contemplate going. Road Trip anyone? All this and more. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HERS- forhers.com/velvet (For Your Personalized Weight Loss Treatment Options) BYHEART - ByHeart.com/Podcast (Use Code VELVET To Redeem Your Welcome Offer On Their Clinically Proven Easy-to-digest Infant Formula) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melissa’s Old Nose steps back Behind The Rope. Gabriela, that is and yes, she is back. Teresa, Melissa, Jennifer Aydin and the rest of the cast of RHONJ continue to be asked about the RHONJ bloggers which have taken over and effected this season to reveal secret DMs, leaked screeners and spoilers that were allegedly obtained directly from Teresa, her attorney, Jennifer Aydin and more. John Fuda’s alleged criminal past has just emerged on line. Gabriela has info on that which proves that nothing has been learned and that all parties involved are still working with external bloggers despite Andy’s annoyance, disdain and promise that an entire RHONJ rebrand is coming. Gabriela reveals never before heard details on Tre and Louie, the few remaining episodes of this season, the alternate RHONJ reunion, why Teresa angered producers at the alternate reunion and much more. Finally, we discuss the upcoming RHONJ pause, Andy Cohen’s four possible ways to fix this toxic, broken franchise and denial of most cast members whose lives are about to drastically change in a few short weeks when this season of RHONJ quickly comes to an end. Part II starts now! @rhonjteabee @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HERS- forhers.com/velvet (For Your Personalized Weight Loss Treatment Options) BYHEART - ByHeart.com/Podcast (Use Code VELVET To Redeem Your Welcome Offer On Their Clinically Proven Easy-to-digest Infant Formula) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Real World Boston’s Syrus Yarbrough steps Behind The Rope. Syrus tells us how he got cast on The Real World Boston as a result of a job interview gone horribly wrong. Being no stranger to the cameras, he was a semi-regular on Baywatch, yes we discuss Pamela Anderson and David Hasselhoff, Syrus said yes to the opportunity and soon found himself living in a converted firehouse in Boston with 7 strangers to find out what happens when they stopped being polite and started getting real. Real is exactly what Syrus got with roommates Genesis, Kameelah, Montana, Elka, Jason and Sean, which we discuss, as well as the status of those “friendships” today. Syrus discusses what filming was like with MTV back in the day when there were basically no other reality shows to compare it with and just how “real” The Real World MTV was. When the show ended, Syrus ended up playing a huge part in the success of MTV’s “The Challenge” which he discusses, as well as what life was like, in general, after the show ended. We dive deep in to what it is like being in The Real World/The Challenge “family”, the good, the bad, the other. Being a fan of reality TV himself, Syrus enlightens us on what some of his favorite current shows are as well as his surprise ties to Bravo with several fellow Real World alumni. Last, but certainly not least, Syrus tells us about a run in at the MTV Video awards with not only JLO, but backstage with Queen Madonna. Tune in for this blast from the past nostalgic trip down memory lane as we pay homage to the granddaddy of all reality shows, The Real World! @syrusmtv @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Teresa Giudice released a statement towards the end of last week urging the toxicity, attacks and hate of and from the on line RHONJ community to stop. First, we analyze and break down Teresa’s statement line by line. Next, we discuss who really wrote this statement, the motivation behind the statement, the parts we deemed authentic - if any and the parts we deemed inauthentic - if any. Then we discuss the public’s reaction to the statement, the effect, if any, the statement has had, Melissa Gorga’s response to the statement and Rachel Fuda’s response to the statement. Finally, we discuss the upcoming alternate reunion, how we really got to this toxic place on RHONJ, the very long, if not indefinite, upcoming pause and whose jobs we expect to be eliminated when this season quickly comes to a close in two weeks. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: YA-MAN - www.ya-manusa.com (20% Off With Code BTVR To Experience the Future of Beauty) HERS- forhers.com/velvet (For Your Personalized Weight Loss Treatment Options) BYHEART - ByHeart.com/Podcast (Use Code VELVET To Redeem Your Welcome Offer On Their Clinically Proven Easy-to-digest Infant Formula) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melissa’s Old Nose steps back Behind The Rope. Gabriela, that is and yes, she is back. Teresa, Melissa, Jennifer Aydin and the rest of the cast of RHONJ continue to be asked about the RHONJ bloggers which have taken over and effected this season to reveal secret DMs, leaked screeners and spoilers that were allegedly obtained directly from Teresa, her attorney, Jennifer Aydin and more. John Fuda’s alleged criminal past has just emerged on line. Gabriela has info on that which proves that nothing has been learned and that all parties involved are still working with external bloggers despite Andy’s annoyance, disdain and promise that an entire RHONJ rebrand is coming. Gabriela reveals never before heard details on Tre and Louie, the few remaining episodes of this season, the alternate RHONJ reunion, why Teresa angered producers at the alternate reunion and much more. Finally, we discuss the upcoming RHONJ pause, Andy Cohen’s four possible ways to fix this toxic, broken franchise and denial of most cast members whose lives are about to drastically change in a few short weeks when this season of RHONJ quickly comes to an end. @rhonjteabee @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: KALM WITH KAVA - kalmwithkava.com/podcast (Use Code VELVETROPE10 for Your First Purchase of the Ultimate Relaxation Beverage) HERS- forhers.com/velvet (For Your Personalized Weight Loss Treatment Options) BYHEART - ByHeart.com/Podcast (Use Code VELVET To Redeem Your Welcome Offer On Their Clinically Proven Easy-to-digest Infant Formula) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ahead of tonight’s RHONJ episode, Melissa’s Old Nose jumps on here to discuss what we can expect from this evening’s second to last, possibly ever, RHONJ episode. Teresa’s shady lawyer, Margaret’s plan, bold moves by Jen Fessler. Melissa’s Old Nose breaks it all down with shocking reveals, scenes we may never see and more. We then discuss all the strange social media behavior from the RHONJ cast, the horror Bravo must be going through as a result and the very uncertain future of this once top rated franchise. We discuss it all! @rhonjteabee @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Real Housewives of Orange County’s Peggy Tanous steps Behind The Rope. The original Peggy from the OC. RHOC Season 18, Episode 3. With a stellar return to form season of RHOC, we are so here for it. We discuss Peggy’s friends and past Orange Holders Gretchen Rossi, Heather Dubrow, Lydia McLaughlin, Lynn Curtin, Lauri Peterson and Lizzie Rovsek. What a trip down memory lane and yes Peggy knows them all. Peggy also recounts her friendship with Alexis (“Jesus Jugs”) Bellino before they were on RHOC together, how Alexis and Jim Bellino were involved in her being cast, the issues she had filming with her during their season, how the show changed their friendship and the status of their relationship today. We reminisce on how RHOC has changed throughout the years and discuss the evolution of Vicki (Don, Brooks, Steve) and Tamra (Simon, Eddie), these once BFFS. With the OC back in our lives, we figured today the perfect day to share this blast from the past chat with Peggy Tanous. @ocpeggytanous @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: QUINCE - quince.com/velvetrope (Get Free Shipping and 365 Day Returns on Elevated Luxury Without Paying Luxury Prices) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) BYHEART - ByHeart.com/Podcast (Use Code VELVET To Redeem Your Welcome Offer On Their Clinically Proven Easy-to-digest Infant Formula) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RHONJ Season 14, Episode 11. Jennifer questions Teresa’s friendship, Teresa reveals Margaret’s alleged involvement in working with Louie’s ex regarding her restraining order, Fuda has people sleep over, Dolo plans a cast retreat which never happens and, oh yea, barely anything more happens. Off the show, John Fuda’s shady criminal past is revealed. We break down the home invasion, the claims of duct tape, guns and forced entry, John’s response and whether this will affect Rachel’s position on RHONJ moving forward. Teresa is rumored to have released this information to bloggers which we discuss and reveal and analyze her plan to take down John and Rachel all season. In other news, Shannon and Alexis, Tamra and Shannon and Vicki and Tamra are still fighting on and off air over in the OC. All this and more as we are joined by the one and only Andrea Lopez as Teresa Giudice. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Listen Now: https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melissa Gorga retracts her invitation to reconcile to The Wakiles, Teresa Giudice continues to work with bloggers despite being called out by Andy Cohen and the fans rejoice with only three weeks left of this toxic RHONJ season. Aurora Culpo slams Bethenny Frankel, Lala shares tea that Jax may have actually slept with Ramona Singer and rumors swirl that Phaedra Parks is negotiating her return to RHOA. Kyle Richards engages in strange Instagram behavior following Mauricio’s hot, wild week away, Ryan Serhant scores big and to no ones surprise at all, Teddi Mellencamp continues to annoy and alienate more people by the day. All this and more! @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: QUINCE - quince.com/velvetrope (Get Free Shipping and 365 Day Returns on Elevated Luxury Without Paying Luxury Prices) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) BYHEART - ByHeart.com/Podcast (Use Code VELVET To Redeem Your Welcome Offer On Their Clinically Proven Easy-to-digest Infant Formula) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ariana has been sued by Tom Sandoval, un-sued by Tom and sued by Chef Penny and that was just last week. As her star continues to rise, we discuss her mounting legal troubles, skyrocketing career and Vanderpump Rules future. Mauricio and Kyle move farther apart, Kyle reconnects with Morgan Wade and we ask, is divorce imminent? Shannon Beador moves on from her Tamra Judge breakup, Vicki slams Tamra - again, the cast fears Tamra and this season of RHOC moves on as we break down the highs and lows of an already tumultuous return to form Housewives franchise. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: YA-MAN - www.ya-manusa.com (20% Off With Code BTVR To Experience the Future of Beauty) QUINCE - quince.com/velvetrope (Get Free Shipping and 365 Day Returns on Elevated Luxury Without Paying Luxury Prices) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) BYHEART - ByHeart.com/Podcast (Use Code VELVET To Redeem Your Welcome Offer On Their Clinically Proven Easy-to-digest Infant Formula) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin Lee steps back Behind The Rope. Beverly Hills Shi Shi Shi!!!! The Man, the Myth, the Legend, the Icon. Never has a guest star on Housewives made such a splash with one sentence which became the tag line of his life with countless fans stopping him daily around the world to utter those three words, “shi, shi, shi”. Kevin talks about how, although life changed as a result of his RHOBH appearance, he has had a successful wedding and event planning biz for a long time prior. Kevin talks celeb clients - Brad Pitt, Jennifer Aniston, Tom Cruise, Drew Barrymore, Oprah!, The Kardashians, working with billionaires who have no budget, wedding do’s and don’ts, his special Kevin Lee flair and having the character Franck Eggelhoffer from Father of the Bride based on him. Of course, Kevin talks lifelong client and friend Lisa Vanderpump, throwing Pandora’s wedding, planning Kyle Richards SoFi stadium “White Party" featured last season on RHOBH, the fall out between Kyle and LVP, Kyle and Mauricio, what Lisa Vanderpump told him about returning to RHOBH and much more. Of course, we also address that time he “fat shamed” Katie Maloney on Vanderpump Rules and the world came for him. Kevin mentions it all in this epic, iconic chat which had us smiling from ear to ear! Part II starts now. @luxuryeventsbykevinlee @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: QUINCE - quince.com/velvetrope (Get Free Shipping and 365 Day Returns on Elevated Luxury Without Paying Luxury Prices) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) BYHEART - ByHeart.com/Podcast (Use Code VELVET To Redeem Your Welcome Offer On Their Clinically Proven Easy-to-digest Infant Formula) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Fuda’s criminal past has just resurfaced, Danielle Cabral has no regrets about her physical altercation with Jennifer Aydin and Melissa Gorga agrees with Andy Cohen that a major RHONJ rebrand is needed ASAP. Rachel Leviss reveals the best advice she received from Stassi Schroeder about being on Vanderpump Rules, Tamra and Vicki take their feud even lower, and Shannon declares she will never ever make up with Tamra. Teresa has regrets regarding Louie Ruelas, David Arquette shades Lala, Lala apologizes and last, but certainly not least, Kim Zolciak shades, slams and takes Kenya Moore to task. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While Tom Sandoval may be busy suing Ariana Madix and Ariana may be busy hosting the highest rated season ever of Love Island, rumors swirl about next season of Vanderpump Rules - will there be a new generation, reboot, cast change and / or not return at all. The Valley begins filming Season 2, we contemplate the potential return of Stassi or Rachel Leviss and have a real life run in update with Jax Taylor. Only in LA. Andy Cohen’s Bravo future comes into question again, Teresa and Jennifer Aydin continue to get called out by fans and RHONJ prepares to come to a season end with a long expected pause. All this and more as we are joined by the one and only Rob Schulte from the Vanderpump Robs Podcast!! @robkschulte @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: QUINCE - quince.com/velvetrope (Get Free Shipping and 365 Day Returns on Elevated Luxury Without Paying Luxury Prices) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) BYHEART - ByHeart.com/Podcast (Use Code VELVET To Redeem Your Welcome Offer On Their Clinically Proven Easy-to-Digest Infant Formula) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monica Garcia steps back Behind The Rope. Reality Von Tease is in the house! The woman behind THE most exciting moment, season, scene, development in Housewives History since, well, Teresa’s table flip over a decade ago. Receipts, Proof, Timeline, Screenshots. We cover fu$king everything. Monica takes us through it all clarifying what were various still confusing timelines of how she went from fan to an actual bona fide breakout superstar Real Housewife on RHOSLC Season 4. We talk about the true facts behind her current “cooling off” period, personal life, tumultuous relationship with her mom, upcoming RHOSLC Season 5, Dita Von Teese, rumors of a Lisa vs Whitney feud - again and where the once great, then not so great, then best season ever of Salt Lake goes next now that she is no longer part of the journey. Finally, bringing it back to where it all started, we break down the Jen Shah of it all, what she would say to Jen - and RHOSLC cast - today, what she would like to have happen in five years when Ms. Shah is expected to be a free woman and much, much more! Part II starts now. @monicanikigarcia @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: QUINCE - quince.com/velvetrope (Get Free Shipping and 365 Day Returns on Elevated Luxury Without Paying Luxury Prices) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) BYHEART - ByHeart.com/Podcast (Use Code VELVET To Redeem Your Welcome Offer On Their Clinically Proven Easy-to-digest Infant Formula) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Sandoval sued Ariana Madix. The public, cast and everyone else destroyed Sandoval for his move. Sandoval withdrew the lawsuit. We break all of this down, sharing our thoughts on each move and where this mess stands now. Melissa Gorga is upset that Kathy Wakile shaded her on WWHL and explains her new thoughts and feelings on The Wakiles, RHONJ and this very toxic of seasons. New rumors about Ramona Singer have surfaced, Shannon Beador shades Nene Leakes and opens up about her DUI. Mauricio kissed a new woman who we know now is a model and influencer, Kyle removed “wife” from her IG bio and attended Morgan Wade’s most recent concert. Finally, Aurora Culpo slams Bethenny Frankel and shares a message for her, Paul and the world. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peggy Sulahian steps Behind The Rope. Peggy is here to chat about all that is RHOC. The truth behind casting, production, filming, Peggy mentions it all. Peggy talks cast mates Vicki, Tamra, Alexis, the biggest drama she faced and much more. In honor of the return of The Real Housewives of Orange County for what is shaping up to be a stellar Season 18, we wanted to highlight this past chat with Bravo’s 100th Housewife, Peggy Sulahian. Grab your oranges and listen in. @peggysulahian @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: LOLAVIE - lolavie.com/VELVET (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off Jennifer Aniston’s Award Winning Hair Care) GREENLIGHT - greenlight.com/velvetrope (Sign Up For Greenlight Today and Get Your First Month Free Of the Debit Card and Money App Made For Families) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RHONJ Episode 10, Season 14. Is everyone awake or have you fallen asleep with the rest of us? We break down this episode, Jennifer Aydin’s erratic WWHL appearance, the alternate reunion which was filmed this week and Andy’ Cohen’s comments that in 4 short weeks when the toxic season ends, big changes n the form of a reboot, recast and / or termination of the franchise are coming. We discuss the involvement of the RHONJ bloggers, Dolores and Margaret’s fake friendship and the cracks between Jennifer and Teresa. Over in Orange County, a brilliant second episode has dropped, Alexis and Shannon jockey for position at The Quiet Woman and remind us how great vintage style Housewife feuds can be, Heather Dubrow reminds us how rich Housewives can be and the TamRat continues to do what she does best… scurry in the corner looking for a piece of cheese. All this and more as Andrea Lopez chimes in as what some call the Queen of NJ, Teresa. @andrealopezcomedy @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Listen Now: https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love Island has just had its highest rated season ever. The Ariana effect is in full effect, no pun intended, as it is looking less and less likely that she will return to Vanderpump Rules. Lala shows a baby shower, Jax claims to have slept with both Ramona and Brandi Glanville, Rachel Leviss scores wins in court and the VPR pause remains in full effect as there is no discussion amongst Producers, Bravo or the fans about when and if this show will return. Bethenny Frankel continues her confusing summer in The Hamptons, reconnects again with Jill Zarin and finds herself in hot water, again, over recent comments, videos and social media posts which many call erratic. Finally, we spill the tea from the upcoming RHONJ alternate reunion and discuss who is likely to lose their job in a few short weeks when this season ends. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: LOLAVIE - lolavie.com/VELVET (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off Jennifer Aniston’s Award Winning Hair Care) GREENLIGHT - greenlight.com/velvetrope (Sign Up For Greenlight Today and Get Your First Month Free Of the Debit Card and Money App Made For Families) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle and Mauricio make moves, Dorit and PK remain apart and we share the news that, yes, RHOBH is expected to return to our Bravo TV’s later this year as opposed to the originally reported 2025. Hot off her disasterorus WWHL appearance this past week, Jennifer Aydin doubles down on her claims against Bloggers, triples down on her claims against Danielle Cabral and seems to be totally unaware that her job is most likely being taken away in a few short weeks when this season of RHONJ comes to a close. RHONJ prepares for a long pause, RHOC returns with a bang - of sorts - and Shannon Beador continues to face her DUI, Alexis and Johnny J head on, Is it too early to grant MVP RHOC status for the season? Press play. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: LOLAVIE - lolavie.com/VELVET (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off Jennifer Aniston’s Award Winning Hair Care) GREENLIGHT - greenlight.com/velvetrope (Sign Up For Greenlight Today and Get Your First Month Free Of the Debit Card and Money App Made For Families) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Hansen steps Behind The Rope. Best known for his “To Catch a Predator” series, Chris stops by to chat about his newest endeavor, “Predator In Plain Sight: Exposing Tom Girardi”. “Predator In Plain Sight: Exposing Tom Girardi” is a new Podcast in which Chris, along with victim’s advocate and former Girardi Keese employee Kimberly Archie, breaks down the rise and fall of Tom Girardi as Tom prepares to face a jury in a few short weeks on August 6th. Chris discusses the predatory nature of Tom, upcoming trial, Erika Jayne, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, the likelihood of a guilty verdict, likelihood Tom would ever see the inside of a jail, whether Erika would ever be charged and, if so, with what and the media frenzy a la RHOBH of it all. We talk predators, Chris’ illustrious career and much, much more. For those who want to check out the Pod, which BTVR was a part of, it can be found on Apple, Spotify or wherever Podcasts are found. @officialchrishansen @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: LOLAVIE - lolavie.com/VELVET (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off Jennifer Aniston’s Award Winning Hair Care) GREENLIGHT - greenlight.com/velvetrope (Sign Up For Greenlight Today and Get Your First Month Free Of the Debit Card and Money App Made For Families) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Cohen has spoken out and he is not at all happy with the toxic nature of RHONJ. Andy addresses the bloggers, the leaked screeners, spoilers, Teresa’s manipulative attorney and much more as he explains, in three short weeks, RHONJ is going on pause as he, The Producers and Bravo figure out how and if there is any way to save this franchise. Speaking of bloggers, Andy questioned Jennifer Aydin on WWHL the other night, gets annoyed with her and moves on as Jennifer, Teresa and other cast members seem to remain in denial about their upcoming potential job loss as RHONJ “rebrands”. Kathy Wakile appeared on WWHL, the fandom now expects her back on RHONJ, Kathy clapped back at Melissa and we dive deep into whether any past RHONJ or “Friend Of” RHONJ is ripe for a comeback. Alexis Bellino slams Shannon as obsessed and details the timeline of her love with Johnny J, Heather Durbrow shades newbie Katie and we, the audience, rejoice yet again in what seems to be a stellar RHOC season. Finally, we share an update on Kenya Moore’s RHOA future. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Psychic Pandora steps Behind The Rope. Pandora is here to read our beloved host and help provide guidance with love, career and tap into messages from the other side. Pandora chats about her background, her gift and we remain speechless as she provides a reading so spot on it’s, well, unbelievable! Pandora is one of the esteemed psychics at Psychic Source. Psychic Source provides live psychic readings by phone, online chat and video and is celebrating their 35th year in business next year. They have over 250 Psychic Advisors on the service, all who have been through a rigorous screening process to ensure their authenticity. The Advisors at Psychic Source can help you with anything that may be weighing on your mind from love, career or just to give you peace of mind. They provide several reading types such as love, astrology, tarot, spiritual and psychic medium readings if you’re interested in connecting with a passed loved one. Psychic Source is available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. They provide live readings by phone, online chat or if you prefer face-to-face, you can have a video reading. Right now you can get a 35 minute reading for only $20 when you use code VELVET. Tune in to this special episode and enjoy! BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: LOLAVIE - lolavie.com/VELVET (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off Jennifer Aniston’s Award Winning Hair Care) YA-MAN - www.ya-manusa.com (20% Off With Code BTVR To Experience the Future of Beauty) GREENLIGHT - greenlight.com/velvetrope (Sign Up For Greenlight Today and Get Your First Month Free Of the Debit Card and Money App Made For Families) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monica Garcia steps Behind The Rope. Reality Von Tease is in the house! The woman behind THE most exciting moment, season, scene, development in Housewives History since, well, Teresa’s table flip over a decade ago. Receipts, Proof, Timeline, Screenshots. We cover fu$king everything. Monica takes us through it all clarifying what were various still confusing timelines of how she went from fan to an actual bona fide breakout superstar Real Housewife on RHOSLC Season 4. We talk about the true facts behind her current “cooling off” period, personal life, tumultuous relationship with her mom, upcoming RHOSLC Season 5, Dita Von Teese, rumors of a Lisa vs Whitney feud - again and where the once great, then not so great, then best season ever of Salt Lake goes next now that she is no longer part of the journey. Finally, bringing it back to where it all started, we break down the Jen Shah of it all, what she would say to Jen - and RHOSLC cast - today, what she would like to have happen in five years when Ms. Shah is expected to be a free woman and much, much more! @monicanikigarcia @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: KALM WITH KAVA - kalmwithkava.com/podcast (Use Code VELVETROPE10 for Your First Purchase of the Ultimate Relaxation Beverage) LOLAVIE - lolavie.com/VELVET (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off Jennifer Aniston’s Award Winning Hair Care) GREENLIGHT - greenlight.com/velvetrope (Sign Up For Greenlight Today and Get Your First Month Free Of the Debit Card and Money App Made For Families) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shannen Doherty has passed away. Having met Shannen many multiple times, we share our thoughts, stories and send condolences to Shannen’s family. Icon, Trailblazer and Fearless. For anyone who listened to her Podcast every week, a fighter up til the end. In other news, Jax Taylor claims to have slept with both Ramona The Singer Stinger and Brandi Glanville, Brandi claps back and The Valley prepares to begin production on Season Two later this summer. RHOC has returned with a stellar episode, an Alexis vs Shannon smackdown months in the making and ratings that, unfortunately, are not great causing us to ask, “if the beginning of the end of Housewives” is really finally here. Finally, details are spilled on the alternate RHONJ reunion set to film tomorrow, the new RHONJ episode that drops in a few hours and Andy Cohen's four different plans for how RHONJ can proceed after a low rated, toxic AF season which we break down and discuss. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexis “Jesus Jugs” Bellino steps Behind The Rope. RHOC is back in our lives after a stellar return to form Season Premiere for Season 18. The Season Premiere brought us many things, none the least of which was the long awaited return of Alexis Bellino. We could think of no better blast from the RHOC past chat to share today than this gem chat with Alexis. Back before Johnny J, before her return. As you listen, ask yourself, does this seem like the same Alexis we see before us back on RHOC today? Of course, we also chat current cast mates Tamra, Heather, Emily, Gina and Shannon as well as cast mates from the past, Gretchen, Vicki and more. We talk Jim Bellino, the infamous lawsuit which Shannon claims is the root of all of their current day problems and last, but certainly not least, the epic moniker thanks to Tamra of “Jesus Juggs”. @alexis_bellino @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: PSYCHIC SOURCE (Download The Psychic Source App in Apple or Google Play For Free To Get a 35 Minute Psychic Reading For Only $20 With Code Velvet) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) RAKUTEN - rakuten.com (Get the Rakuten App NOW and Join the 17 Million Members Who Are Already Saving! Your Cash Back really adds up!) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RHOC is back in our lives!! We are here to break down all the gloriousness that was RHOC Season 18, Episode 1 this past week. From Shannon facing her DUI and Alexis Bellino head on to newbie Katie to Heather Durrow’s new Bev Hills mansion and all that was Tamra Judge, we discuss it all, scene by scene in one of the best, most brilliant return to form episodes of Housewives, well, ever. In a full circle moment, The OG of them all returns with real off again, on again friendships that have existed for over a decade, drama but not toxicity and a glimmer of hope that faith in the the entire multi city franchise can be restored in the next few months thanks to this season of RHOC. Finally, we chat this week in RHONJ - Tre on Kelly and Mark, Melissa’s reply to Chanel Ayan, Dolores’ hot mic moment and Andy Cohen’s vision for the four ways RHONJ can possibly move forward after what is about to be a very long…pause. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle Richards says she is activated and Dorit implies she is headed into her villain era as leaks from RHOBH Season 14 continue to emerge. Richie and Kathy Wakile do not seem to want to reconcile with Melissa Gorga despite Melissa’s attempts to make nice with her Franklin Lakes neighbor. Jeff Lewis has new drama, Nene Leakes makes a comeback in a big way, Shannon Beador finishes community service and Rachel Leviss dumps her man and makes moves in her lawsuit. Finally, RHONJ prepares to film their reunion alternate as the end of an era nears amidst anticipated major cast changes in the Garden State to take place in a few short weeks. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: PSYCHIC SOURCE (Download The Psychic Source App in Apple or Google Play For Free To Get a 35 Minute Psychic Reading For Only $20 With Code Velvet) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) RAKUTEN - rakuten.com (Get the Rakuten App NOW and Join the 17 Million Members Who Are Already Saving! Your Cash Back really adds up!) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bethenny Frankel’s ex Paul Bernon has been seen getting cozy with our past Pod guest Aurora Culpo, Bethenny reacts and apparently they now broke up. WTF is going on? As the Real Housewives of Dubai continues to bring in low ratings, we discuss its rumored looming cancellation, analyze the truth behind Daddy Cohen’s claims that RHOM is going to definitely return and break down the likelihood that RHOA will be good after Kenya’s termination. Speaking of RHOA, we discuss the editing nightmare producers are facing due to letting Kenya go, why RHONJ factors into Kenya’s potential lawsuit and all of Kenya’s recent social media claims about herself, RHOA and Bravo. Finally, we break down Kelly Killoren Bensimon’s cancelled wedding, discuss her desire for a prenup and share updates on all that KKB has been up to since. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: YA-MAN - www.ya-manusa.com (20% Off With Code BTVR To Experience the Future of Beauty) PSYCHIC SOURCE (Download The Psychic Source App in Apple or Google Play For Free To Get a 35 Minute Psychic Reading For Only $20 With Code Velvet) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) RAKUTEN - rakuten.com (Get the Rakuten App NOW and Join the 17 Million Members Who Are Already Saving! Your Cash Back really adds up!) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chef Stu steps Behind The Velvet Rope. He is back and on location in WeHo to help us break down all the weeks Bravo drama. First, we address this season of RHONJ, the physical altercation between Jennifer Aydin and Danielle Cabral and likely long pause, cast changes and restructuring coming in a few short weeks at the end of this, as Jackie Goldschneider says, very toxic season. In other news, we discuss the upcoming currently filming season of RHOBH - Kyle’s recent thoughts on the season, Kyle’s warning to Lisa Vanderpump, newbies Bozoma Saint John and Jennifer Tilly and much, much more. Stu talks about his dinner with Shannon Beador the night before her now infamous DUI, John Janssen’s shady past, John and Alexis, a Tamra - Heather Dubrow friendship and last, but certainly not least, the upcoming season of RHOC. Justin Timberlake’s DUI is still being discussed, the Vanderpump pause continues, Ariana Madix’ block remains in effect, Ariana forgets she was ever on VPR with Love Island, “Making It In Manhattan” continues to film, Southern Charm Season 10 prepares to return, Bennifer heads closer to divorce and much, much more. Tune in now! @chefstuartokeeffe @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: PSYCHIC SOURCE (Download The Psychic Source App in Apple or Google Play For Free To Get a 35 Minute Psychic Reading For Only $20 With Code Velvet) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) RAKUTEN - rakuten.com (Get the Rakuten App NOW and Join the 17 Million Members Who Are Already Saving! Your Cash Back really adds up!) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luann and Bethenny are at odds again since running into each other this weekend in The Hamptons. Luann feels used and hurt by Bethenny now that she is still blocked, Bethenny responds and we break down and try to make sense of it all. Lindsay Hubbard shades Carl, Chanel Ayan slams Melissa Gorga, Real Housewives of Dubai loses even more viewers, Jeana Keough’s daughter shades her - again, Jill Zarin weighs in on her feud with Reza, Rachel Leviss shares updates on her relationship with Sandoval, Ariana and last, but not least, her court case against both. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Queen Priyanka steps Behind The Rope. Winner of Canada Drag Race’s inaugural season, Pri is here to mention it all. First things first. Priyanka chats about the new season of HBO’s Emmy Award Winning “We’re Here” in which she visits local towns where drag is banned alongside fellow queens Sasha Velour, Jaida Essence Hall, and Latrice Royale. Next, we focus on Queen Priyanka’s new album and tour of the same name, “Devastasia” - out August 23rd and musical influences and favorites - The Pussycat Dolls, Dainty Kane, Beyonce, Destiny’s Child. We talk Madonna’s “Celebration Tour” with Bob The Drag Queen, Elizabeth Berkley, Saved By The Bell, Showgirls, Ryan Murphy’s “Pose”, Drag Race, Desperate Housewives, Taylor Swift, Swifties and much, much more. @thequeenpriyanka @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: PSYCHIC SOURCE (Download The Psychic Source App in Apple or Google Play For Free To Get a 35 Minute Psychic Reading For Only $20 With Code Velvet) KALM WITH KAVA - kalmwithkava.com/podcast (Use Code VELVETROPE10 for Your First Purchase of the Ultimate Relaxation Beverage) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) RAKUTEN - rakuten.com (Get the Rakuten App NOW and Join the 17 Million Members Who Are Already Saving! Your Cash Back really adds up!) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Siggy Flicker steps back Behind The Rope. Siggy is here to chat all about her time on RHONJ - the highs and lows, filming with a Teresa and Melissa that did not get along then, after she left or now and her once friend Dolores who she came on the show with. Of course in typical Siggy fashion she does not hold back when discussing her epic fall out with Margaret Josephs, clarifies prior recent statements she has made about Marge and discusses all of the producer involvement, manipulation and favoritism she witnessed and experienced during her RHONJ run. Speaking of Producers, we discuss the toxic nature of RHONJ, explain why people are so passionate and furious about Team Tre vs. Team Mel, how RHONJ has filmed an entire season with two main cast members who refuse to utter a word to each other and what the future could realistically look like. Buckle Up! Part II starts now. @siggy.flicker @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: PSYCHIC SOURCE (Download The Psychic Source App in Apple or Google Play For Free To Get a 35 Minute Psychic Reading For Only $20 With Code Velvet) KALM WITH KAVA - kalmwithkava.com/podcast (Use Code VELVETROPE10 for Your First Purchase of the Ultimate Relaxation Beverage) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) RAKUTEN - rakuten.com (Get the Rakuten App NOW and Join the 17 Million Members Who Are Already Saving! Your Cash Back really adds up!) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a Hamptons Weekend this has been. With hang outs and run ins, we share our boots on the ground info on Luann and Bethenny’s reunion, Teresa and Jackie’s dinner, Margaret’s Gucci snafu, July 4th with Luann and Brooks Marks and spotted at dinner last night - JLO, Drew Barrymore, Real Housewives of New York City, Christie Brinkley and more. Speaking of The Hamptons, Lindsay Hubbard is pregnant. We break down her announcement, discuss the HubCub Baby Daddy, what the currently filming season of Summer House is likely to look like with a pregnant Lindsay and Carl under the same roof, Summer House newbies, Lindsay’s outrage with Dorinda Medley for spoiling her announcement and Kate Chastain’s involvement in it all. Shannon Beador spills the tea on the new season of RHOC, slams Alexis Bellino as thirsty and Tamra Judge slams Shannon as a drunk - all as we prepare for the premiere of RHOC later this week. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Parnes from Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles steps Behind The Rope. One half of the Brits are in the house. With Season 15 of MDLLA premiering next week, we figured today the perfect day to share this blast from the past chat with David Parnes. Of course we talk MDLLA agents - The Josh’s Flagg and Altman, Tracy Tutor, and Madison, what filming the show is really like, stress and fun of closing deals on national television and NYC counterparts, Freddy, Ryan and Steve Gold. @davidbondst @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RHONJ Season 14, Episode 9. Remember how we had two exciting weeks back to back of RHONJ?? Ahh, those were the days. Slowing things down a bit over there in the Garden State, Jen professes her innocence and seems to have a good case of amnesia, Joey G becomes ordained, Mel teaches us that love is love, Danielle gets boujie, Rachel gets mad, Fessler plays both sides, the Marge is compared to Satan and Jackie is missing in action. Off air, Danielle Staub claims Marge has 275 Fake “Finstas”, Margaret is disgusted by Tre and Jen’s alleged feeding info to bloggers, Jackie forgives Tre, Jennifer speaks out as rumors of an RHONJ pause, reboot, cast changes and / or all out cancellation surface. All this and more as we are joined back by the one and only Teresa Giudice as played by Andrea Lopez. @andrealopezcomedy @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Listen Now: https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rhylee Gerber, from Below Deck, steps Behind The Rope. Checking in from her van during her cross country tour, Rhylee is here to tell it all. Rhylee discusses casting, filming, editing and what is was like watching herself back on TV every week. Rhylee discusses her past and current relationship with Kate Chastain, what it was like to work with her, Below Deck favs past and present, Captains Sandy and Lee and more. With the new season of Below Deck back on the air, we figured today the perfect day to share this blast from the past chat with the one and only Rhylee Gerber. @thelifeofrhylee @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Lewis claims Sonja Morgan was wasted drunk at the 15th anniversary taping of WWHL. We break down those claims, the WWHL special, our own experience with the wrath of a drunk Sonja, Jeff’s claims that Crappie Lake was cancelled due to her drinking and much more. In other news, Katie is not speaking to anyone since the Vanderpump Rules finale, Bethenny’s Ex Paul was banned from attending new love interest Aurora Culpo’s sister's Olivia’s wedding in Rhode Island, Chanel gifted Bethenny with a free bag, Shannon’s DUI takes front and center stage when RHOC premieres next week and last, but certainly not least, Brandi Glanville claims she is ready to sue Bravo in series of all over the place tweets. Way to bury the lead. And you thought we were going to take the 4th of July off, didn’t ya? @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mexican Dynasties’ Elan and Jenny Allende Step Behind The Rope. Everyone always asks us what our favorite shows are that are no longer on Bravo. This one season wonder, Mexican Dynasties, is definitely one of them. Two of the show’s stars, married couple Elan and Jenny are here to mention it all. From casting to filming to all the real life drama going on behind the scenes, Elan and Jenny do not hold back. Elan and Jenny also talk about their co-stars’ cousin, the one and only, Mauricio Umansky, and their many run ins with The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. We figured today the perfect day to share this blast from the past chat with the one and only Elan and Jenny Allende. @elanallende @jenny_allende @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RHONJ Icon Danielle Staub claims Margaret Josephs has over 275 Fake Finsta Accounts to troll past and present RHONJ cast members. We break down these claims, likelihood that they are true and all the cast changes we can expect in a few short weeks when this season of RHONJ comes to a close. We talk RHONJ pause, the effect of the blogger drama, the alternate to the cancelled RHONJ reunion and more. We discuss Bethenny Frankel’s, yes another, brand new Podcast, "Just B Dating”, her seemingly abandoned desire to take down Daddy Cohen and discuss the new face of the Reality Reckoning, Brandi Glanville. Finally, it is official. We announce our second ever Live Podcast on our “We Don’t Wanna Leave Our House Pajama Tour” for 7:30pm Thursday August 15th. Get your tickets while they last. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) OAK ESSENTIALS - oakessentials.com/VELVET (Get 15% Off The Best Skincare Products With Code VELVET) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dorit and PK spark reconciliation rumors based on social media deleted posts, a sober PK and a Kyle and Dorit feud that seems to only be getting worse by the day. RHOBH continues to film as Erika Jayne prepares for Tom’s trial which is set to begin August 6th. Finally, Vicki Gunvalson has decided to enter the Podcast game and, well, the news is mixed. We break down her latest endeavor and offer our unsolicited advice to the OG of the OC which we are sure she will greatly appreciate. Not. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: MEDI LIFT- ya-manusa.com (20% Off With Code BTVR To Experience the Future of Beauty) OAK ESSENTIALS - oakessentials.com/VELVET (Get 15% Off The Best Skincare Products With Code VELVET) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is that time of the month again. Melissa Rivers stops by for our regular monthly cross over to mention it all. First, we break down this season of RHONJ and, looking ahead, discuss who will most likely lose their jobs and not return for Season 15. Pay attention pah-lease. Next, Bravo stands by Andy, we all celebrate the fifteen anniversary of WWHL and Bravo lawsuits continue to move alone and arise as rumors of Kenya Moore suing surface. The new season of Below Deck Med has arrived, Justin Timberlake continues to make headlines over a now weeks old Hamptons DUI, Jennifer and Ben continue to send mixed messages while getting stalked by the paparazzi, nepo babies are slammed yet again due to Kim Kardashian and Kevin Costner, Kylie Jenner is very hurt, Bethenny continues to rebrand and Mellisa’s family has an unexpected run in with Taylor Swift. @melissariversofficial @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: OAK ESSENTIALS - oakessentials.com/VELVET (Get 15% Off The Best Skincare Products With Code VELVET) HAPPY MAMMOTH - happymammoth.com (Get 15% Off With Code Velvet the Best Products For Menopause or Perimenopause) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kenya Moore has been fired. Miss Moore is done with the twirl and has left the building. We break down how this happened, dive deep beneath the rumored “investigation” Production and Bravo conducted and discuss the finding that Kenya has violated the code of conduct leading to her termination. We discuss the likelihood Kenya will ever be back on Bravo, Peacock, E! or any other NBC affiliates. We chat about the double standard world in which Jennifer Aydin has a job after committing assault - the definition of putting your hands on another - and Kenya does not. We break down the claim that Kenya is going to file a lawsuit and the claims that lawsuit is likely to include. We discuss the upcoming season of RHOA, what Production plans to do with Kenya’s already filmed scenes and if we, the viewer, are likely to ever see this play out on TV. Finally, we discuss Kenya’s support from Kandi, Brandi Glanville and you, the fans, many of whom have been picketing outside NBC at 30 Rock to “Free Kenya Moore”. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of The Real Housewives Of New Jersey's Executive Producers from the early days, Dorothy Toran, steps Behind The Rope. Dorothy was there when Teresa got out of jail. Dorothy was there when Juicy was deported. The more things change, the more they stay the same. , We talk Teresa, Melissa, Jacqueline, Caroline Manzo and much more. You know how there were rumors that Margaret was close to certain Producers, allegedly, well…. So much of this chat foreshadows where we are today with a mess of a season, the toxicity worse than ever and an RHONJ Season 14 cast that is about to be disassembled in a few short weeks. On that note, we figured today the perfect day to share this blast from the past chat with the one and only Dorothy Toran @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: GREENLIGHT - greenlight.com/velvetrope (Sign Up For Greenlight Today and Get Your First Month Free Of the Debit Card and Money App Made For Families) LOLAVIE - lolavie.com/VELVET (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off Jennifer Aniston’s Award Winning Hair Care) HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RHONJ Season 14, Episode 8. The physical altercation between Danielle Cabral and Jennifer Aydin has finally arrived. We break down the hair drama and other facts that led up to the altercation, break down a play by play and discuss who we think is to blame for this mess of a Troubled Tulum party. We discuss Tre’s claims that she is using Jackie to take down Marge, Rachel Fuda’s claims that Jackie is the laughing stock of Bravo, Dolores’ savage breakup with Jackie and Margaret enjoying it all just a little too much. We discuss the seemingly double standard as Jen and Danielle returned to work after suspension but Kenya Moore is not allowed to return to RHOA. Finally, we discuss an RHONJ without Melissa and Joe, Melissa’s claims of wanting to make up with Kathy Wakile, real life fall outs with Jennifer Aydin and Margaret Josephs and much much more as we are joined by the one and only Andrea Lopez as Teresa Giudice! @andrealopezcomedy @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Listen Now: https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Making It In Manhattan” is currently filming featuring the off spring of many of our fav Real Housewives - Brooks Marks, Riley Burruss, Gia Giudice, Ariana Biermann and more. We break down the full cast, what to expect, and likelihood this show will be a hit when it premieres later this year. In other news, Kenya Moore is not coming back to RHOA and, after this past week’s RHONJ where Danielle Cabral and Jennifer Aydin still have jobs, for the moment, we start to question the seemingly double standard at Bravo. Bethenny Frankel has “Danger In The Dorm”, Kyle Richards claps back at trolls, Potomac continues to film and we all prepare for a, hopefully, great season of RHOC. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: OAK ESSENTIALS - oakessentials.com/VELVET (Get 15% Off The Best Skincare Products With Code VELVET) GREENLIGHT - greenlight.com/velvetrope (Sign Up For Greenlight Today and Get Your First Month Free Of the Debit Card and Money App Made For Families) LOLAVIE - lolavie.com/VELVET (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off Jennifer Aniston’s Award Winning Hair Care) HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new season of RHOBH continues to film as Dorit and Kyle remain estranged, Teddi Mellencamp claims she will never be back on, Teddi slams Denise, Kathy Hilton speaks out and we start to question the additions of Jennifer Tilly and Bozoma Saint John. Heading east, we break down the real reasons behind the end of Teresa’s “Namaste Bit$ches” podcast, the fact that it was erased from Apple, her new table flipping pod, discuss this season of RHONJ and chat about how RHONJ moves forward once this season ends. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: OAK ESSENTIALS - oakessentials.com/VELVET (Get 15% Off The Best Skincare Products With Code VELVET) GREENLIGHT - greenlight.com/velvetrope (Sign Up For Greenlight Today and Get Your First Month Free Of the Debit Card and Money App Made For Families) LOLAVIE - lolavie.com/VELVET (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off Jennifer Aniston’s Award Winning Hair Care) HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) YA-MAN - www.ya-manusa.com (20% Off With Code BTVR To Experience the Future of Beauty) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices