BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE

David welcomes Recap King Brian Moylan, Behind The Rope. Brian, also from Connecticut, starts the sit down by quoting the Queen, Madonna. Ok, we are off to a good start here people. Speaking of the Recap King, if you have ever read one about The Housewives or almost any other Bravo Show for Vulture or Gawker, chances are it was written by Brian Moylan. Thank you Brian for giving all of us the quick cheat sheet to our Bravo lives. Brian started his recap career at Gawker writing recaps for two Reality TV Classics, The Hills and Jersey Shore. F yes, we will take it! From there, Brian started doing recaps for The Real Housewives and the rest is history. Any perks that came from that? Oh yes. Brian was part of the Inaugural (was there ever a second one?) RHONY Bus Tour. Yup, this was a real thing that happened a few years back. Kristen Taekman, Jill Zarin, Carole Radziwill, Ramona, Sonja and a bus full of screaming fans. Sign us up! Speaking of Queens, he also cowrote a book with the other member of royalty, Erika Jayne Girardi, Pretty Mess. Thank you Brian for answering our 101 questions about that experience, for chatting about all things Jayne Girardi, for discussing all things Sur and Housewives and for stepping Behind The Rope. @brianjmoylan @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus episodes at Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Psychic Medium Matt Fraser steps Behind The Rope. As seen on the hit E TV show, Meet The Frasers, Matt stops by the Rope to tell it all. Checking in from his home in Rhode Island, accent and all, his psychic ability started when he was only four years old, his grandmother being the first person he saw “Sixth Sense Style”. He ran from this gift, being four, scared AF and not realizing what “seeing people” meant. Years later in High School he went with friends to see a medium. She told him he would be a famous medium one day - he wanted his money back - and that was that. He took this advice though, started with small local house calls which great bigger and bigger from there. Flash froward to E’s "Meet The Frasers" and here we are. Matt teaches us the difference between a medium, a psychic and a psychic medium. He explains, in the absence of Yelp Reviews, how to hire a medium and what to expect once hired. Of course, we had to ask him all about that time Dorinda Medley hired him for a reading!! An episode not to be missed. @meetmattfraser @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes now on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Janine and Dom Detore Step Behind The Rope. Checking in from their home in Staten Island, New York, Janine and Dom are here to tell it all. The world probably know’s Janine best as “Big Ang's Sister”, from the hit VH1 TV show Mob Wives. Janine is here to shed light on what Big Ang was really like off camera. News flash, she is the same as the Big Ang, Angela Raiola, we grew to love on our TV screens each week on Mob Wives, Miami Monkey, Big Ang, Celebrity Wife Swap and so many more. However there is more to Big Ang than that. A devoted Mother, Daughter, Sister, Janine tells The Rope how there is nothing Big Ang wouldn’t do for her family or friends. Loyal to the core. We talk about life in Staten Island before, during and after Mob Wives and some of Big Ang’s costars such as Drita D’Avanzo, whom Janine keeps in touch with. We also discuss the reality shows Janine and Dom have appeared on such as Staten Island Hustle and Big Ang, when VH1 gave her sister her own show. Janine shares personal stories with us like Big Ang’s close friendship with Whoopi Goldberg. Say what??? Finally, Janine gives us all the details of the book she is writing about her Sister's life and legacy, coming soon, but of course still won't divulge the secret recipe for her famous meatballs. @janinedetore @uncledomdetore @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah McSweeney steps Behind The Rope. Yes, Sister of The Real Housewives of New York City’s Leah McSweeney. That Sarah McSweeney. As seen this past season alongside her sister on Season 12 of RHONY. Checking in from her parent’s home in gorgeous Connecticut, Sarah takes time off from being a mom to chat with The Rope. Originally from Chelsea, NYC (yea Chelsea!!), Sarah fell into modeling at a very young age while working various food and restaurant jobs in the heart of downtown New York City. Sarah opens up about her initial reaction to sister Leah being cast on the hit Bravo show and what it was like to watch Leah each week, and her own guest appearances, this past season. We discuss how she truly feels about Leah's colleagues Dorinda, Luann, Sonja, and last, but certainly not least, Ramona. Of course we discuss that fateful Newport, Rhode Island weekend and how the girls treated her in person - the bad, the good and the bad. We dive deep into what watching the “night before” was like compared to how Leah described it to her IRL. On a larger scale, both being New Yorkers, Sarah and David discuss how NYC is much more than a 5 block radius on the Upper East Side and whether it is time to mix things up regarding the cast to represent a more accurate representation of what NYC is really all about. Sarah discusses her relationship with sister Leah and pays homage Tinsley Mortimer and Elyse Slaine, let us not forget they were part of this past season as well. Finally, we discuss Sarah’s other Bravo favorites Bethenny Frankel, Kate Chastain, Teresa Giudice, and Melissa Gorga as well as just how wonderful a place Spa 88 really is. Grab your apple and listen in! @lilmcsweeney @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Kathryn Edwards steps back Behind The Rope (Part I of our sit down with Kathryn aired September 9th, 2020). Kathryn gets right into it by talking about her first day of filming when, within minutes, Rinna brought up her past ties to OJ. Kathryn opens up about what we saw on RHOBH regarding her relationships with Kyle Richards and Faye Resnick versus the status of those relationships in the real world. She also explains how those past relationships probably affected her on-screen friendships and her time on RHOBH. Kathryn opens up about how she would have done things differently if she were to go back and what those things are. She gives us her opinion on who she thinks is authentic from RHOBH casts past and present and who “acts” for the cameras. We discuss what, if anything, is too private to show on a reality show and discuss the current season of RHOBH. Kathryn discusses whether she thinks Denise really hooked up with Brandi Glanville and what she has heard from being “on the scene” in Beverly Hills. Finally we discuss that fateful night when she was on WWHL and Andy Cohen asked her, point blank, did OJ do it? Kathryn explains the details of that night, how she felt as a result of that question and what her current relationship with Andy Cohen is like today. Tune in as our sit down with Kathryn Edwards continues and concludes. @katedwards8 @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sonja Morgan's Intern. One of Sonjas Interns. Steps. Behind. The. Rope. Ok let us back up for a second. She has a name. Meghan Hubert. Residing in Brooklyn, New York, Meghan is a digital marketing and social media guru in her day job. Ok enough of that. Her thesis in college was on "fan culture” and how social media has changed the dynamic between the fan and the celebrity. Um, hello, we just wrote a whole book on that (Summer 2021!). Enough about us. Let's focus on Meghan. Sonja Morgan's intern. Meghan talks about how she got the idea to apply for this most coveted position. Meghan talks about the application process. Meghan talks about the interview. Ok, let us take a breath and refresh from all this excitement. Next we chat, in detail, about Meghan's first day on the job. OMG! Next, we discuss her fellow interns. Yes, of course we discuss Pickles. Pickles, Pickles, Pickles. No discussion as an intern would be complete without discussing the iconic townhouse and iconic toaster! Full details provided, of course. We also break down what a typical day and typical night as a Sonja Morgan Intern looks like. Yes, night because Meghan moved into the townhouse to be available 24/7 to Miss M. Of course, there were also the watch parties at Sonja's house during the Real Housewives of New York City Season and all that behind the scenes RHONY talk, the good, the bad, the in between - Ramona, Heather, and so on. Even our buddy Harry Dubin is part of this blockbuster episode. Didn't see that coming? Neither did we. Of course all good things must come to an end. We finally get into Meghan’s resignation, what that process looked like and how Sonja took the news. We love you Miss Morgan! Editor’s Note: This episode provides the details of what it is like behind the walls of the iconic townhouse as an intern for Sonja Morgan. Nothing is meant with any malice or will intent. An iconic position working for an iconic woman. @megagahubert @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 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

DailyMailTV’s Senior News Correspondent, Alicia Quarles, steps Behind The Rope. Of course, we address those Real Housewives of New York rumors. Oh c’mon, you know those rumors you have seen all over the internet about Alicia possibly joining the cast of RHONY next season. She is friends with them all from RHONY’s current cast LuAnn, Sonja, Ramona and casts’ past, Bethenny Frankel and Tinsley Mortimer and is kind enough to entertain our many questions. We also address Dorinda’s exit and David explains why he hopes those RHONY rumors are really true for Alicia. Alicia, who always knew from a young age journalism was her true calling, ended up in New York City at a young age to pursue her dreams. As a Senior News Correspondent, we dish on the new season of DailyMailTV and new host Thomas Roberts. We address one of the hottest topics of the month (Other than Alicia’s RHONY cast rumors, of course), the end of Keeping Up With The Kardashians and Alicia’s take on the matter seeing as she has interviewed the famous family before. Speaking of interviews, Alicia has interviewed them all and we get her hot takes on some of our favs: Queen Madonna, Beyonce, JLo, Martha Stewart, 50 Cent, Nicki Minaj, Nicole Kidman, Angelina Jolie, Lenny Kravitz and Penelope Cruz, to name a few. We discuss the differences between interviewing “Movie Stars” and “Reality Stars” and the challenges and benefits of working in the entertainment industry. Being a true fashion lover, we discuss that one time Alicia wore that same ROTATE “Pink Dress” that Rinna and Erika Jayne love so much (Who wore it best?) and what it is like to cover the Met Ball, among other Awards Show's Red Carpets. Tune in now for this fun time and see, do we finally answer those RHONY rumors? @alicialquarles @dailymailtv @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gizelle Bryant steps Behind The Rope. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 alive and well. We discuss it all!!!! Gizelle fills us in on how the season is going for her, her daughters and Pastor Bryant. Gizelle wastes no time in also discussing how she thinks her co-stars are handling this season as well - Robyn Dixon and her potential upcoming nuptials to Juan, Ashley’s motherhood, Wendy, welcome to the DMV. Michael Darby and his role as an honorary housewife. We also discuss her on again, off again friendship with The Grand Dame, Miss Karen Huger, and the status of that friendship today. Speaking of Karen Huger, we analyze the softer side we get to see this season via her marriage with Ray and discuss just why does Karen not like newbie Wendy. No discussion of Karen would be complete without a deep dive into the origin of The Grand Dame moniker, and the answer is not what you would expect, but hey, a shout out from Rihanna ain’t too bad. Of course we chat about the Candiace Monique Drama at the epicenter of this season, how the cast reacted to the physical altercation and how it has led to larger life discussions such as the portrayal of African American women on television. We also talk about why after 5 seasons Potomac is finally getting the respect it deserves. In other Bravo news, Gizelle chats about Dorinda's RHONY exit and what it was like to meet fellow Bravolebries such as Lala, Reza, Gigi and Brandi Redmond at BravoCon. Finally, seeing as David was at that infamous party in The Hamptons where Ramona asked Gizelle to leave the picture, they needed to bond over that and ask the age old question, will Gizelle ever squash her beef with Ramona? Thanks for stopping by Gizelle. Come anytime! @gizellebryant @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 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 Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Kathryn Edwards steps Behind The Rope. Originally from Wisconsin (didn't see that one coming), Kathryn left home at a young age to pursue modeling in Paris, before eventually settling in the famous zip code we have all come to love. Kathryn discusses how she was cast for Season Six of RHOBH and who she knew before the show. We discuss RHOBH Housewives past - Yolanda Hadid and Eden Sassoon and present such as Dorit Kemsley and Erika Jayne. We discuss the influx of actresses to the franchise - Garcelle Beauvais, Lisa Rinna and Denise Richards - and ultimately whether that is a good fit or not. Of course, we also discuss whether Denise really hooked up with Brandi Glanville and what Kathryn knows from being “on the scene” in Beverly Hills. This leads to a larger conversation of what should be included in a reality show, and what, if anything, should be off limits, the influence of producers behind the scenes and the magic of editing. Kathryn recounts her own time on RHOBH, the involvement of production, the edit she received, being thrown into day one middle of the season, and her colleagues she had to work with. She explains her past with Faye Resnick (Kyle Richards’ BFF), OJ Simpson, Robert Kardashian, that famous White Bronco and how that possibly affected the decision to cast her. Finally we discuss the involvement of Lisa’s Vanderpump and Rinna in helping “guide” storylines and just how did Season Six become all about Munchausen’s Syndrome. All this and we are only getting started. Tune in to this Part I sit down with the one and only Kathryn Edwards. @katedwards8 @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anna Rothschild Steps Behind The Rope. Checking in from her home in Greenwich CT, Anna here is to tell it all. A California native, Anna ended up in NYC after a brief reality show stint on Oxygen. Publicist extraordinaire, Anna is s staple on the NYC nightlife scene. There is no restaurant she cant get into or party she can't attend. Anna shares the real ins and outs of the behind the scenes in the PR world and the celebrities she has worked with. She knows EVERYONE!!! Everyone, of course, includes all of our RHONY favorites. After all, she is THAT Anna Rothschild, the woman pictured all over London sporting a 22 Carat Yellow Canary Diamond Ring with Tom D’Agostino mere days after Tom’s divorce plans from LuAnn were announced shocking the RHONY BravoVerse. Before we get to whether or not she and Mr. D’Agostino were engaged or not, let's start with the fact that she has known him for about 20 years. She has known Harry Dubin for around 30. Sometimes it is all about Tom and Harry. David and Anna discuss many fun filled nights they have shared with both at the famed Regency and what really goes on behind the doors of the RHONY staple that both Harry and Tom have helped make infamous. Anna has also known Sonja, Dorinda, LuAnn and Ramona for almost 20 years. We discuss who she likes, doesn’t like, what the women are like off camera and the status of these relationships today. Anna doesn’t just know everyone, she knows everything about everyone and is here to dish it all. @annarothschild @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 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

Silvio Berlusconi ​was a charismatic multi-millionaire real-estate mogul who upended the Italian political order and hypnotized an entire nation. He was the longest-serving prime minister of one of the world’s wealthiest countries, until he was brought down by three powerful women - and two words: “Bunga Bunga.” From Wondery, the makers of Dirty John and The Shrink Next Door, and hosted by comedian Whitney Cummings, “Bunga Bunga” is an eight part series on the incredible true story of the rise and fall of Silvio Berlusconi, told with Whitney’s signature wit and style. Silvio's accolades are definitely Bravo-worthy. This guy is a trip! Listen today at ​wondery.fm/BTVR_BB See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brad Goreski steps Behind The Rope. Brad Goreski is a Celebrity Stylist who we know and love from some of TV’s finest such as Fashion Police, The Rachel Zoe Project and It’s a Brad Brad World. However, at one time in his life, a skin condition known as Rosacea forced him to shy away from the camera, if you can believe that. Along with Dermatologist, Doctor Shereene Idriss, Brad is here to explain what Rosacea is and what can be done about it. Thank you Brad and Dr. Idriss for bringing awareness to this chronic skin condition, for offering encouragement, and for bringing a face and name to this ever growing issue which can be treated. Of course, while we have Brad’s attention, we had to discuss his time on Fashion Police, what it was like and would he ever consider a reboot. We also discuss the new E Network Fashion / Beauty show he has in the works with the one and only NeNe Leakes. Brad also dishes on which Awards Show, he has done them all, is his favorite. He explains what the current state of Fashion is and how he thinks it will be forever changed. Finally, we catch up with Brad on all that he and husband Gary Janetti have been up to over the past few months and what else is next up for the power couple. Thanks for stopping by Brad. @bradgoreski @shereeneidriss @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 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

News Alert. Our latest Patreon episode has dropped. It is a #RHONY extravaganza. We discuss all the circumstances surrounding Dorinda's exit, what we can expect at the upcoming shocking reunion, and behind the scenes tidbits from filming this past season with #RHONY. So head on over to https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope to check it out! XOXO See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vanderpump Rules Makeup artist Jared Lipscomb joins us Behind The Rope. Ok he’s much more than that, but isn’t Vanderpump Rules where all stories should begin? Actually, Jared started doing his own makeup through dressing in drag. Someone said hey you should try this on others - he did - and soon realized a career in makeup was his true calling. His first professional job with someone in the public eye was an Orange Is The New Black cast member. Not a bad way to start. He then met someone who worked at NBC Universal who asked him to help be a touch up artist for one of the Vanderpump Rules after shows. He said yes. Went. Met the entire VR cast. He bonded with Brittany and Kristen this day - they gave him their numbers and the rest is history. Well Vanderpump Rules history which, lets face it - is the only history that matters. Ariana, Stassi, Katie, Kristen, Brittany - he works on them all. Jared takes us on the trajectory from meeting our favorite Vanderwomen - to being there for major life milestones - home owners hello - to this past Season 8 of Vanderpump Rules. Which of the women takes the biggest risks with their makeup and allows Jared to do as he pleases, the answer may shock you. Oh and Jared has also worked on Kelly Dodd's Mom for filming RHOC. Random fact but we are living for it. He has also worked on Madonna’s Gd Control Video. O-M-F-G. What a fun sit down with the one and only Jared Lips. On a serious note, Jared was diagnosed with Leukemia this past year. It is truly heart warming how the cast of Vanderpump Rules stood by him. You know what they say, you find out who you true friends are in tough times. We are happy to report Jared is on the road to recovery and we at The Rope wish him nothing but good health and happiness, always! @jaredlipscomb @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Oppenheim Steps Behind The Rope. Jason fills us in on the current state of he market in Los Angeles before diving into the hottest show of the moment, Selling Sunset. Jason discuss his reservations before signing on to the show, what finally changed his mind and getting used to the presence of cameras in the office and while doing deals. Jason also chats about the effect Selling Sunset has had on both his professional as well as his personal life. We discuss the Oppenheim Group office drama and what Jason thinks of the womens' disputes on and off camera. Of course we asked Jason for his opinions on all of his employees Heather, Maya, Amanza, Davinda, Chrishell, Christine and last but certainly not least, Mary. Speaking of Mary, Jason explains how he and Mary first met and whether he truly favors her, which seems to be the consensus amongst the other agents. Jason tells us about the one time he showed a house to Ariana Grande and what transpired between the two. He also answers one of life's most pressing questions, will he ever settle down? On a personal note, we also had to pay homage to the king, Executive Producer of Selling Sunset Adam DiVello, thank you 100 times over also for The Hills and Laguna Beach. @jasonoppenheim @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 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

Perez Hilton Steps Behind The Rope. Legend, The Original, Show Respect where Respect is Due, Perez Hilton. Born Mario Armando Lavandeira in Miami, the son of two Cuban Immigrants, we start at the beginning. Perez explains what childhood was like as an overweight closeted gay man obsessed with pop culture. He moved to NYC after high school to attend NYU and pursue a career in acting. Sixteen years ago, shortly after NYU, he started a "little Blog” called Perez Hilton. The blog quickly took off after he was the first to “out” Brad and Angelina and coin the term “Brangelina”. The Original Influencer, before influencers were influencers, prior to TMZ and most forms of social media that exist in the world today, Perez discusses what life what like after that initial explosion, what it is like to be hated by many, sued by a bunch, and left still standing all these years later. Perez discusses his love of celebrity and pop culture and how he coined his moniker thanks to Miss Paris Hilton. Speaking of Paris, we discuss her early career, Kim Kardashian, their friendship and ever changing relationship, the influence of Kayne, and where he thinks each stand in the pop culture hall of fame. Perez opens up about the rise, height, and fall of his friendship with Lady Gaga. We discuss other legends like the Queen of the World Madonna, Celine Dion, and Jennifer Lopez . We discuss what he has learned throughout the years and how he handles being confronted by celebrities he has been mean to in the past such as Jennifer Anniston and their infamous parking garage run in. Finally, we touch upon Perez’s new forthcoming book, TMI: My Life In Scandal and what is next for the man behind the famous name. @perezhilton @theperezhilton @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shamari DeVoe and Brandi Williams Step Behind The Rope. Checking in from the ATL, Shamari and Brandi are here to discuss it all. Having met when they were just teenagers, Brandi and Shamari went on to form supergroup Blaque. Of course, no discussion of Blaque would be complete without a nod to the late Lisa "Left Eye Lopes" who helped discover and mentor Blaque. No discussion would also be complete without a nod to the group's 20th anniversary which just passed. Congrats Ladies! It is also the 20th anniversary of one of the best films ever made, "Bring It On", which both Shamari and Brandi starred in alongside Gabrielle Union and Kirsten Dunst. We discuss what it was like to work alongside those two film veterans plus what Cheerleading Practice and those seemingly impossible stunts were really like. Of course we HAD to ask Shamari all about what being a real Housewife of Atlanta was like, the last time she spoke to Nene Leakes and the rest of the current cast, and how husband Ronnie DeVoe was doing. Put down those Peaches folks and take a listen to this fun filled episode with Shamari and Brandi. @shamaridevoe @thebrandid @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available on Patreon at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 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

Real Housewife of Miami Cristy Rice steps Behind The Rope for Part I of a chat about all things The Real Housewives of Miami. Cristy checks in from, where else, gorgeous and sunny Miami, where she is originally from. Of Cuban decent, Cristy and David bond over their love for Cuba having both traveled there. They also discuss Cristy's ex-husband, NBA Superstar Glen Rice - what it was like to meet and date him as an interracial couple back in the day. Of course, we wanna hear their love story. Cristy reveals how she was in the mix for Basketball Wives prior to signing on the dotted line for The Real Housewives of Miami. With the influence of Bravo, Cristy ended up a cast member on the first season of RHOM - ahh the power of Bravo. Cristy explains her prior friendship with fellow “Basketball Wife” Larsa Pippen. Cristy also reveals and explains how the franchise originally started as a non housewives franchise. Say whaaaat? We discuss the RHOM filming process, producer involvement, and her other cast mates, Alexia Echevarria, Marysol Patton, Adriana De Moura and last, but not least, Lea Black. Cristy also fills us in on who “acted” and was the most enthralled by the cameras and why she ultimately decided to say yes to a “Housewives” Show. Tune in Now. @cristyrice12 @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Music Legend Taylor Dayne steps Behind The Rope. Originally from Long Island, New York (go NY), Taylor checks in from the West Coast to give us an update on life. Taylor takes us when back to the beginning on when Dee Snyder from Twisted Sister helped her chose her stage name and what life was like before hitting it big with the Smash “Tell It to My Heart”. Taylor’s stellar book by the same name “Tell It To My Heart” is a must read - juicy!! Taylor discusses her career which has included selling over 75 million records worldwide which makes her one of the best selling musical artists of all time. We discuss some of Taylor's famous friends such as Whitney Houston, Clive Davis, Belinda Carlisle, Debbie Gibson, Paula Abdul and Tina Turner. Oh let's not forget her friends Madonna, Prince or Michael Jackson, who she opened for on his infamous BAD tour. We just cannot. Say whaaat? We also talk about Taylor's take on some of today's hottest acts such as Halsey, Dua Lipa and Ariana Grande. Last but certainly not least, we discuss Taylor’s new single Please, which we just cannot stop singing or dancing at home to. An episode not to be missed with legend Taylor Dayne. @therealtaylordayne @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 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

Amanza Smith, from Selling Sunset. Steps Behind The Rope. First off, let us just address the infamous Z. Yes, Amanza was born Amanza with a Z Smith. Originally from Indiana, Amanza knew that small town life ultimately wasn’t for her. She moved to LA at a young age and, what else, became a model. Amanza discusses what the modeling industry was like back in the day. We also discuss her “career” as a suitcase girl on Deal or No Deal. She missed Meghan Markle by one season! Early on in her LA life, Amanza met Mary and Jason, introduced them, they dated, and the three have remained good friends ever since. Amanza and Mary even have matching tattoos - fun fact. Of course, we discuss Amanza’s design background and her job staging properties for The Oppenheim Group. Amanza added to that love of design, got her Real Estate License and ultimately started working as an agent at the Oppenheim Group, as seen on Season 2 of Selling Sunset. Welcome Amanza to Netflix and the wonderful world of Selling Sunset. Amanza entertains our endless questions about her other cast mates Heather, Davina, Maya, Christine, and Chrishell. Speaking of Chrishell, we also discuss soon to be ex-husband This is Us’ Justin Hartley and why we never see him on Selling Sunset. Amanza fills us in on all from Season Two of the hit Neflix show! Tune in now for Part I of this sit down with Amanza Smith! @amanzasmith @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 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

Double Shot at Love’s B-LASHES steps Behind The Rope. B-Lashes is here to tell it all. Checking in from Long Island, NY, she fills us in on life in quarantine, her new B-Lashes Boutique, and what watching Double Shot at Love each week, at home, on the couch with her patents, is like. B-Lashes takes us back to the beginning of her Reality TV career. She explains how she was cast and what the MTV “interview" process was like in order to get hired to secure a coveted role fighting for the affections of Pauly D and Vinny G on the hit Double Shot MTV Show. A self admitted huge fan of Jersey Shore before being cast, she even went as Snooki one Halloween, B-Lashes explains her initial reactions when she first saw Pauly and Vinny in the house during season one realizing the show she had signed up for, the challenges of dating on national tv, the other girls - the good (Derynn and Marissa), the bad, the Nikki, and why it was always Pauly for her. Of course, we had to ask what it was like to meet Jersey Shore legend Angelina Pivarnick during season one and what being eliminated way too early Season One felt like. B-Lashes shares what Vegas was like Season Two, the new boys in the house, and what we can look forward to the rest of the season. We discuss the inevitable comparisons between Double Shot and The Bachelor and why finding love on TV is a concept we just never seem to tire of. @blashes @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Backyard Envy’s James DeSantis Steps Behind The Rope. Back in NYC for a hot minute from Los Angeles, where he moved to expand the ever growing Manscapers Business, James stops by to talk about the current season of the hit Bravo show Backyard Envy. The current season of Backward Envy and everything else. James describes how he and business partners and co-stars Mel and Garrett first met, decided to go into business together and ultimately got their own Bravo show. James talks about how he has crossed paths with some of our favorite Million Dollar Listing Agents - The Josh’s Altman and Flagg, Tracy Tutor and Steve Gold, being in the residential design space and all. Ahh, Steve Gold. Speaking of Bravolebrities, James talks to The Rope about some of his Housewife Friends and Encounters including, but certainly not limited to, Tinsley Mortimer, Dorinda Medley, Countess Luann (he also saw the Cabaret, who hasn’t?), Barbara Kavovit, as well as how Bethenny Frankel “won” Housewives. There were also those backyard landscaping meetings James took with both Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix as well as Kristen Doute. Do tell. He does. James also tells us about past celeb clients such as Bobby Berk, Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O'Connell as well as run ins with the likes of Lady Gaga and Patricia Arquette. Random. Finally, James spills some tea on what we can expect for the remainder of Backyard Envy’s Season Two and what he hopes for in season three. Tune in now. @james_desantis @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 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

Behind The Velvet Rope welcomes the one, the only Captain Sandy. How did Captain Sandy become a captain? We start at the beginning by answering that question and cover everything in between. Sandy talks about being a boat captain and all the responsibilities that come along with that. Sandy shares her pet peeves and past charter guests, the good, the bad, the other. We cover it all. Flash forward and here we are, in the current new season of Below Deck Med. We talk about Sandy's thoughts on her current crew, led by Hannah Ferrier and Malia White. We also discuss being a women in the yachting industry, how far have things come or not come as well as the yachting industry’s perception of the Below Deck Franchise. Of course we also needed to ask about upcoming plot twists on this stellar season of the hit show. Tune in now as Captain Sandy shares all!! @captainsandrayawn @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the shocking Shahs of Sunset reunion just finished, Dr. Mona Vand from Shah’s of Sunset steps Behind The Rope. Nema’s Sister. Yes, she is, but there is much more to Mona, or should we say Dr. Vand, then her Shah’s cast member brother or her own guest appearances. Growing up with her mom in New York, she kept in touch with Brother Nema and her Dad long distance until she graduated from Pharmacy school and moved to LA herself. Soon realizing she wanted more out of life than a typical pharmacy career, Mona transitioned her career by developing on line content in the lifestyle and health and wellness space. Mona knew Mike which led to a chat with casting which led to a full time role for Nema and guest appearances by her. Mona entertains all of the Ropes questions (thank you) regarding her Shahs co-stars. What does she really think about Nema and GG as a potential romantic pair? First impressions of MJ? Is Reza the gay BFF she always dreamed of? These and other pressing questions, such as what she thinks about the demise of a 30 year friendship between Reza and MJ, answered. And bonus, we got quarantine advice on how to work out, eat healthy, and maintain positive energy and good skin during the sequester. Thanks for the visit Dr. Vand!! @monavand @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 This episode is brought to you by betterhelp.com/velvetrope See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mary Fitzgerald from Selling Sunset Steps Behind The Rope. First things first, Mary works all the time, like, a lot, so thank you Mary for taking time out of your busy schedule to chat with us. Mary starts at the beginning - why she got her Real Estate License and how she started working at the Oppenheim Group. The beginning also includes meeting and dating owner Jason Oppenheim and her BFF Amanza Smith. Mary takes us through the evolution of how Selling Sunset went from a possible idea to the juggernaut that it is today. Mary shares how she got used to the cameras, what filming was really like and how she thinks the show and cast has evolved over the course of Seasons 1 and 2. Speaking of the cast, we also discuss Mary's current relationships with costars Chrishell, Davina, Heather, Maya and last, but certainly not least, Christine. Then there is Romain. Ahh, Romain. Give us a minute. On a more serious note, Mary lets us know what the current stats of the Real Estate Market is in LA and the effects she expects Corona to have on that. Of course, no Selling Sunset discussion would be complete without discussing our love for Executive Producer Adam DiVello and his Masterpieces, The Hills and Laguna Beach. Mary agrees. Tune in now to this fun filled episode of Behind The Velvet Rope. @themaryfitzgerald @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 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 Black Socialites" Step Behind The Rope. You know, Khyle Paylor. Those Black Socialites whose Instagram Page has become the inside source, Behind The Velvet Rope if you will, for all things The Real Housewives of Potomac. The ones who are unapologetically team Monique Samuels on Instagram. The ones who were the target of Candiace Dillard’s rant on Instagram last week. The ones who, months ago, BROKE the Monique and Candiace drama and physical altercation that we now get to see unfold before our very eyes this current season on The Real Housewives of Potomac. In true BTVR fashion, this isn’t a lets talk about the current season of RHOP episode. This is a we have gone right to the source, THE most connected boy in the DMV who has been thrust into the middle of all the current social media shenanigans by the RHOP cast. Social media shenanigans which seem to be changing, in real time, by the hour. Khyle is unapologetic in his opinions of what has transpired before his very eyes over the past few months and forthcoming in his feelings on, not only Candiace’s video directed toward him, but how the RHOP has and continues to treat Monique. He discussed what he believes to be Charrisse Jackson’s involvement in all of this and, of course, where the Grand Dame, Miss Karen Huger’s, loyalties seem to lie. This is a look Behind The Rope of RHOP like never seen before. @theblacksocialites @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This past Thursday, August 13th, 2020, between the hours of 9 and 10pm EST, we bore witness to The Real Housewives of NYC’s OG’s LuAnn de Lesseps and Ramona Singer confirming that they have both "been there, done that" with a fine younger gentleman. That fine younger gentleman has also had past relations with fellow RHONY cast member and Forever It-Girl Tinsley Mortimer. A fine gentleman who, according to Lu, “won American Idol." Turns out, our fav Apple Holders were talking about Constantine Maroulis, who came in 6th place during Season 4 of the hit singing competition. In Part I (Released earlier today. Feel free to check it out!!), we discuss American Idol, Rock of Ages and Constantine’s first full length album in over a decade, “Until I’m Wanted”. Now, for what we have all been waiting for, life’s most important questions have been answered. Constantine confirms that he is, in fact, the Gentleman who Lu and Ramona were talking about. We discuss how, when, what, and where he originally met Tinsley, LuAnn and Ramona. We also discuss what “dating” each was like. Constantine discusses what filming the 2010 Classic TV Show “High Society” was like and what he thinks about the rest of the Tins Fam, Dale & Dabney Mercer. He also discusses what it is like to be a part of the classic “Countess & Friends” Cabaret. We play fun games such as Marry, F, Kill and then some. Finally, Constantine tells us where he was when his Twitter, IG, Facebook, Snapchat, TikTok, Email and Text went viral this past Thursday during the latest installment of RHONY. Of course, we also discuss the correspondence and reach out he received from all of the aforementioned women after the fact. Who texted, who called, who did more than that? Tune in now for these and other important questions (is he the new “Harry Dubin”) to be answered as our epic sit down with Constantine Maroulis continues and concludes. @constantinemaroulis @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This past Thursday, August 13th, 2020, between the hours of 9 and 10pm EST, we bore witness to The Real Housewives of NYC’s OG’s LuAnn de Lesseps and Ramona Singer confirming that they have both "been there, done that" with a fine younger gentleman. That fine younger gentleman has also had past relations with fellow RHONY cast member and Forever It-Girl Tinsley Mortimer. A fine gentleman who, according to Lu, “won American Idol." Turns out, our fav Apple Holders were talking about Constantine Maroulis, who actually came in 6th place during Season 4 of the hit singing competition. Constantine stopped by to discuss the release of his first full length album in over a decade, “Until I’m Wanted”, his love letter to rock ’n’ roll, the first single of which has just been added to full radio airplay. He also discusses life before, during and after American Idol. Paula, Simon, Seacrest, Carrie Underwood, getting the "Mom" vote, his shocking elimination - we discuss it all. We also discuss that one time he had a TV show in development with Kelsey Grammer. Yup all our Camille questions have been answered. Of course, we discuss the juggernaut that is, was, and will always be Rock Of Ages - how Constantine made that show his own, the backstage visits from the likes of Paris Hilton, Lea Michelle, Arod, Cammy Diaz, what is was really like to meet Tom Cruise (Katie Holmes in tow) for the first time and let us not forget those Two Tony Nominations. Tune in now to Part One of this epic sit down with the one and only Constantine Maroulis. Stay tuned for Part Two, where ALL your RHONY questions will be answered. @constantinemaroulis @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paulina Ben-Cohen, from Shahs of Sunset, Steps Behind The Rope. Paulina, Mike Shouhed's girlfriend. Ok, ok there is much more to Paulina than that. Born and raised in California, Paulina keeps busy many days, when not occupied being a full time mom to her children, with her own jewelry line. Paulina shares how she and Mike first met and what her friends thought about her going out with “that guy on TV”. Also, Paulina never watched Shahs before their meeting. Paulina shares what it was like to film with the cast and what her first impressions were of Reza, GG, Nema, Destiny & MJ. Speaking of MJ, Paulina discusses the current status of her relationship with MJ, as well as how things are going with Mike today. Thank you Paulina for being so gracious, Tune in to listen to this episode. @paulinabencohen @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 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

Below Deck Med’s Malia White Steps Behind The Rope. Quarantining from a docked boat in France, Malia is here to discuss it all. Originally from Oregon, Malia had no idea the yachting industry was her true calling until a few years ago when she got a call from Below Deck casting. Having had past experience working on small boats and teaching scuba diving in Hawaii, Malia was working at a desk job in Colorado when the casting call came. Why not?, she said, and the rest is history. Malia discusses some of her more high maintenance guests, both on and off camera, some of the most over the top requests she has received during her yachting career, how to handle celebrities you need to say “no” to, and the biggest tip she has ever received. Malia also discusses being the Below Deck Franchise's first female Bosun, sexism and the role of women in the yachting industry and how some of these issues have played out both last season on Below Deck and this season on Below Deck Med. Of course, we discuss this current season of Below Deck Med, her relationship with Hannah Ferrier, the rules when it comes to hooking up on board, the perception of Below Deck in the industry and what Captain Sandy is really like in real life. Whew!! Tune into this jam packed episode now on Behind The Velvet Rope. @maliakpwhite @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mexican Dynasties’ Elan and Jenny Allende Step Behind The Rope. Connecting from Puerto Rico where the sun is shining the birds are singing, Elan and Jenny are here to discuss all. Jenny and Elan grew up with music in their blood. They both knew from an early age this was their true calling. That said, Jenny had a temporary detour into the word of modeling. That detour took her to the Miss World pageant where she represented Puerto Rico. She was competing. Elan’s Dad was hosting. That’s how they met. A year later they started dating and the rest is history. Now a married couple, flash forward to Bravos’ Mexican Dynasties . Not suppose to be part of the original cast when Elan's parents were hired, producers had another idea after meeting the dynamic couple. Soon thereafter, Elan and Jenny became part of the "Allende Family” that we have grown to love on the hit Bravo show, Mexican Dynasties. From casting to filming to all the real life drama going on behind the scenes, Elan and Jenny do not hold back. Also the cast of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills were at the Mexican Dynasties premiere party. Say whaaat? Which RHOBH was nice? Which were not nice? Who refused to take pics with the Mexican Dynasties cast and who had a little too much to drink? Check out this all new episode of Behind The Velvet Rope. @elanallende @jenny_allende @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Selling Sunset's Maya Vander Steps Behind the Rope. Checking in from Miami Florida, with a full house including a 6 week and 15 month old, Maya is here to chat about the new season of Selling Sunset. Originally from Israel, Maya fills us in what it is like to split her time between Miami and LA, where she works at the famed Oppenheim Group as seen in Seasons 1 and 2 of Selling Sunset, and the differences between selling real estate in the two markets. Maya explains how she was cast on Selling Sunset, what filming was like, and her feelings about how she was portrayed on the show. Maya is kind enough to answer our questions about her colleagues Christine, Chrishell, Mary, Heather, Amanza, Davina as well as Jason and Brett. We also discuss those other LA Agents, the boys and girls from Million Dollar Listing LA, and the differences between the two shows. Of course, we had to bring up Exec Producer Adam DiVello, who was also responsible for one of the Granddaddy’s of them all, The Hills and our love for that classic show. We also discuss the power of Netflix, how Covid probably helped blow up Season 2, and what to expect in Season 3 (for those who have not yet streamed). Finally, with Maya in Miami a good chunk of the time, we talk about the possibility of a possible Miami spinoff in the near future. @themayavander @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Noelle Reno from Ladies of London Steps Behind The Rope. First Noelle fills us in on the status of her current career in Digital, Influencer and Social Marketing and how TIkTok has taken over the world. This marketing career includes having worked on the Tiger King Netflix digital campaign. Do tell. Ok now let's focus on what everyone wants to discuss. Ladies of London. First, we discuss how the show was originally pitched and what is was supposed to be. Then, we discuss how the show morphed into the Ladies of London that was seen and beloved on Bravo. We discuss how Noelle and the other Ladies of London were cast. Next, we deep dive into the benefits and drawbacks of being on a successful Reality TV Show and how to navigate those waters. Noelle opens up about her feelings, after watching herself back, on how she was portrayed during Ladies of London's freshman year. Finally, we discuss her cast mates Caroline Stanbury, Marissa Hermer, Juliet Angus, Annabelle Neilson, Caprice Bourret, and Julie Montagu - who did she know before filming, whose friendships were changed as a result of the show, and who Noelle still keeps in touch with today. We also discuss her other Ladies of London Sophie Stanbury, Adela King and Caroline Fleming. If you love this Bravo classic as much as we do here Behind The Rope, this is an episode not to be missed. @noellereno @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 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

Lots to discuss people. Lots to discuss. Where to begin? Audience Appreciation Day is alive and well with avid listener David Goldberg. What's the most interesting thing about David Goldberg? The fact that he listens to the BTVR Podcast. Not even close, although thank you. The fact that he was both Jill Zarin as well as Dorinda Medley's Personal Assistant. Oh yes, we have 101 questions and David G. is kind enough to answer them all about his famous, or shall we say infamous, employers. What WAS working for each like, what was the interview process like, what is the most shocking thing he saw and heard? Oh my, thank you David G. for indulging us. These two Davids met, where else, at a Countess & Friends Cabaret - do we see a pattern here? They reconnected at this season's anti bullying event that was filmed for RHONY. What was that event like? Who ended up doing what off camera? David Squared are here to discuss all. Finally, the two Davids bond over Bravocon where Yontef attended as press on behalf of BTVR and Goldberg assisted Miss Zarin in the sales of her rugs. Assisting Jill also got David Goldberg backstage in the green room at Bravocon's Infamous Watch What Happens Live. Rinna, Gizelle, EJ, oh my. Jealous much - yes yes and yes. What a jam packed episode. As we said, lots to discuss people. @indigoboydavid @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP betterhelp.com/velvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melissa Rivers Steps Behind The Rope. David and Melissa get right into it like old friends. They waste no time in talking about dating, or lack thereof, during Covid and ponder whether dating is ever really worth it if you can’t sleep with the air conditioning at the temperature you prefer or if you have to give up sleeping diagonal?. Melissa lets us know how quarantine has been going with son Cooper and what quarantining with Joan would have been like. One way Melissa has been keeping busy during quarantine is with her own “Group Text with Melissa Rivers” Podcast where she talks about, well, everything her friends and her talk about in a group text. #brilliant #funny. Reflecting back on her own life, as well as the life of her Icon, Comedic Genius, Legend of a Mother Joan Rivers, we discuss the origins of “Who Are You Wearing” and how that one phrase changed Red Carpets forever. That one phrase ultimately also helped lead to a little TV show known as “Fashion Police”, where Melissa was Executive Producer and later Host. Speaking of Fashion Police Hosts, we discuss Melissa’s colleagues Kelly Osbourne, Giuliana Rancic, George Kotsiopoulos, Nene Leakes, Brad Goreski, and Margaret Cho. Fashion has certainly taken a turn this year, but Melissa lets us know who is winning quarantine fashion and what Joan would think about wearing a mask. As far as comedy goes, Melissa discusses her favorite current female comics. Finally, we end with a game of rapid fire hot takes on some of life’s greatests: Madonna, Cher, Brad and Angie, Oprah, Beyonce and so much more!! @melissariversofficial @melissariversgrouptext @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episode Alert!!! https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope This episode is brought to you by betterhelp.com/velvetrope (Better Help) Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Ashouri from Shahs of Sunset steps back Behind The Rope. Not invited to the reunion, Ali stops by to give his opinion as to why. He also breaks down his thoughts on the Shahs reunion. Ali then chats about his portrayal this past season on Shahs, his version of what transpired off camera and the current status of his relationships with his cast mates GG, Reza, Nema, Destiny, and Mike. He also explains how and why he would love to repair his friendship with MJ. Ali shares his thoughts with us on this episode of Behind The Velvet Rope. Editors Note - Ali stopped by to share his story and experiences regarding this past season of Shahs of Sunset. His opinions are his own and unrelated to the Behind The Velvet Rope Podcast and Staff. @aliashouri @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP betterhelp.com/velvetrope Merch Available at - -https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pol’ Atteu and Patrik Simpson step Behind The Rope. Just two simple Beverly Hills boys, P2 stop by to discuss it all. Having originally met in New York City, it was love at first sight, long distance ensued, they made it work, and here we are. Of course, their family isn’t complete without Snow White 90201, their Mimi Maltese. She joins us for the chat. Their Pol Atteu Boutique in Beverly Hills is frequented by Sharon Shone, Bella Thorne, Ariel Winter, and Laverne Cox and last, but certainly not least, Betty White. It was an incident with Betty White that gave Patrik and Pol the idea to turn this into a TV show. Voila, Gown and Out in Beverly Hills. Season One on Amazon, Season Two Coming Soon. Like any smart designer, the boys have pivoted and from dresses to masks. Not just any masks, but fashion forward masks worn by everyone from Real Housewives such as Kyle Richards, Adrienne Maloof, Kelly Dodd, Gretchen Rossi, Joyce Giraud, Claudia Jordan and Emily Simpson to VanderKids Scheana Shay and James Kennedy to Pop Culture Icons like LaToya Jackson and Perez Hilton. They also share their wish list for who they would love to dress. Fingers crossed. On a more serious note, Pol also opens up about being the victim of a hate crime at one of his Fashion Show's in the past. Pour yourself a drink and enjoy this real and honest sit down with Pol and Patrik. ** Pol and Patrik’s Pol’ Atteu Boutique in Beverly Hills has been destroyed by the riots that took place earlier this year in Beverly Hills. For anyone who wants to support, there is a GoFundMe Page on their Instagram’s listed above. @polatteu @patriksimpson @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP betterhelp.com/velvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Harris, from Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles, steps Behind The Rope. Born and raised in London, James grew up with his MDLLA counterpart David Parnes (Prior BTVR guest, yeah!). James originally came to Los Angeles for a vacation to visit his Dad. Within two weeks of being in LA he was approached to start a job. He took the job. Flash forward fifteen years later and here we are. A real estate lover’s dream. James & David ended up at Mauricio Umansky’s “ The Agency”. One day James got a call from a casting agency. The show was Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing LA. Weeks later, our favorite Brits were filming for the show. James discusses the challenges of filming and doing deals in real time on air, clients who want to be on the show, clients who don't want to be filmed, that real estate porn we all love to watch, and just how amazing life is being part of the hit Bravo show. James also lets us know who his favorite cast mate is, other than David, of course, and who he would hire to sell his house. What? You knew we would have to discuss The Josh’s Flagg and Altman as well as Tracy Tutor. We also had to discuss his New York City Counterparts - Freddy, Ryan, Steve, Luis and Tyler. Oh, there was also that one time he sat next to Al Pacino at The Beverly Hills Hotel. Ah, LA. Tune in now to learn more about James Harris and Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles. ****@jamesbondst ****@behindvelvetrope ****@davidyontef Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP betterhelp.com/velvetrope 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

We interrupt this regularly scheduled program to announce we are now FIVE days a week!!!! Plus, a few other important announcements! XOXO Bonus Episodes Available at - https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP betterhelp.com/velvetrope Merch Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the verge of the premiere of the new Season of The Real Housewives of Potomac, Maureen Hari from the Popular “Real Housewives Forever” Instagram account, steps Behind The Rope. Maureen is thrilled to discuss all of our favorite ladies from the DMV. First, she reminds us where Season Four left off. Thank You, because it has been a hot minute. Then, Maureen reveals that she has been following the real life off camera drama between Monique Samuels and Candiace Dillard and she is here to - Break - It - Down - for us - Hunni! She also reveals that Ashley got Candiace banned from BravoCon. Say Whaaaat? Then Maureen lets us know what the rest of the Potomac cast has been up to off camera. #juicy Of course no RHOP discussion would be complete without that “other” Potomac Housewife, Michael Darby. David contributes by sharing his real life experiences with the Potomac women, except for the one he never met. GASP! The conversation somehow turns to where it all began, The Real Housewives of Orange County and one of Maureen’s favorite housewives, Tammy Knickerbocker. Well, hmm, we did not see that one a commin’. Tune in now for this special RHOP episode. Sunday is just days away!. @realhousewivesforever @behinhvelvetrope @davidyontef https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope This episode is brought to you by EveryPlate.com (Code velvet3) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back Cedric Martinez. For everyone who has not listened to our Part I sit down with Cedric, feel free to do so (released yesterday). Now onto Part II. Cedric continues to bring us behind the rosé curtain to discuss what life was like living with Lisa Vanderpump and how that living arrangement ultimately came to an end. He explains what life was then like after his time at the mansion ended and how he, ultimately, was able to move on. We also discuss, in depth, his relationship with Lance Bass. Cedric explains how he met Lance Bass, their courting, dating, the highs, the lows, and the ultimate breakup. He also lets us know the last time he spoke to Lance (the answer is not what you would think) and what Lance used to say about fellow ’NSYNC members including Justin Timberlake. Finally, Cedric gives us a rare look into his current life in London and what he would say to Lisa, Ken and Lance if he ran into each of them today. An episode not to be missed as we conclude this special two part sit down with Cedric Martinez, Behind The Velvet Rope @cedricmartinez @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope This episode is brought to you by EveryPlate.com (code velvet3) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hill’s Cedric Martinez Steps Behind The Rope. Why speak now? That is where we would like to start. And where we did start. Cedric answers that and many more burning questions. He starts at the beginning. Cedric explains how he first met Ken and Lisa Vanderpump in London way back when. There were restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Pamela Anderson, Naomi Campbell, Gwyneth Paltrow, Cameron Diaz, Elton John and Boy George were all part of the scene during this time. Cedric opens up about the lack of parental figures in his own life and how this effected and encouraged his love for The Vanderpumps. Cedric explains how he was taken in by Ken and Lisa and what early life in both London and Beverly Hills was like with them. Speaking of Beverly Hills, he details exactly how Lisa got cast on RHOBH and how, although he did not want to be involved with the show, ultimately came to the “decision” to film. We deep dive into RHOBH’s infamous Season One and Cedric’s role as LVP’s “Permanent Houseguest”. He details the “fall out” with the Vanderpumps and the real reasons he left their Beverly Hills mansion compared to what was actually shown on TV. Cedric is forthcoming on what he saw and experienced during his time before, during and after his close friendship with LVP. Tune in now for this Part I sit down with Cedric Martinez. @cedricmartinez @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope This episode is brought to you by EveryPlate.com (code velvet3) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tracy Tutor from Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles Steps Behind The Rope. Tracy takes us back to the beginning with her start in real estate and what she did with her first big paycheck. She gives great advice about how to get started in the business as well. Okay lets get to MDLLA. Tracy talks about how she was cast on the show, the reservations she had about joining MDLLA, the real estate porn we all love watching each week, and just how easy, or difficult, it is to close deals on national television each week. Of course, we talk about her famous cast mates The Josh’s Altman and Flagg and David & James. We also talk about her NYC counterparts Fredrik Eklund, Ryan Serhant, Luis D. Ortiz and Steve Gold. Ahh Steve. Tracy also opens up about being the first women in the franchise and her own Bravo obsessions, Housewives, Captain Sandy and Lisa Vanderpump. Finally, we discuss Tracy’s hot new book, "Fear Is Just a Four-Letter Word". Get your copy now!! @tracytutor @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope This episode is brought to you by EveryPlate.com (code velvet3) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back Behind The Rope's Rope. Latest Patreon episode available now. RHONY's Martini Mike joins David to, first off, fill us all in on what he has been up to since that fateful Newport, RI Dinner at Cooke House. Then he and David recap the last two episodes of RHONY and discuss how they feel this season is going (Spoiler Alert - Not Great!). They discuss the ever presence of alcohol on RHONY and has this season taken it too far? Finally, David gives his shocking prediction on what two RHONY will be let go next season and how he thinks that will affect "Friend Of" Elyse Slaine. https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mob Wives’ Marissa Jade steps Behind The Rope. Marissa was also on Celebrity Big Brother (she never watched an episode before appearing on the show) and Celebrity Ex on the Beach. However, there is more to meets the eye of this Staten Island native. She was on Gossip Girl!!! Let us discuss that for a moment. Or two. Blake Lively? Penn Badgley? Marissa tells us how she was cast on Mob Wives, what filming was like, the drama and “reality” of reality television and how life changed after the show. She also talks to us about “the lifestyle” and what it was like to grow up around it. Marissa also explains the biggest misconceptions and stereotypes about the lifestyle. Of course we had to do a deep dive with Marissa on all of her Mob Wives' co-stars Karen Gravano, Renee Graziano, and Drita D’Avanzo. We just cannot get enough. Tune in now!--------------- @msmarissajade-----------------@behindvelvetrope--------------@davidyontef-------------------- This Episode is brought to you by Better H-E-L-P betterhelp.com/velvetrope https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real Housewives of Miami’s Lauren Foster Steps Behind The Rope. Calling from her home in gorgeous Miami, Lauren tells it all. Originally from South Africa, Lauren moved to Miami around 18 years ago and it has been home ever since. Supermodel, Director, Trans Advocate, Actress, Author. What hasn’t Lauren accomplished? Let's focus on the moniker ya all wanna discuss, Official RHOM “Friend Of". Lauren is kind enough to entertain all of the Rope's questions on her former cast mates - Larsa Pippen, Marysol Patton, Joanna Krupa, Ana Quincoces, and last but certainly not least, Lea Black. Lauren explains how she may have been the first openly Trans Housewife should RHOM have been green lit for a Fourth Season and how, in today’s day and times, there isn’t a Trans or Lesbian Real Housewife. We also discuss Lauren’s favorite Bravo shows - The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, The Real Housewives of New York City, Vanderpump Rules and Summer House (didn’t see that one coming) as well as her favorite Housewives - Sonja Morgan, Countess Luann, and Erika Jayne. Speaking of Erika Jayne, Lauren explains what it was like to witness Erika Jayne’s legendary White Party performance. We then debate life’s most important questions: did Denise and Brandi really hook up, Kyle or Luke and what how do we really feel about Caitlyn Jenner? This and so much more on this episode of Behind The Velvet Rope with legend Lauren Foster. @electronicblond @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP betterhelp.com/velvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' Joyce Giraud steps Behind The Rope. We couldn’t let this current season of RHOBH come and go without checking in with one of our favs from the past, Miss Joyce Giraud. From very humble beginnings in Puerto Rico, Joyce grew up far from the life she now lives in the famous zip code. Discovered as a model at a young age at the drive thorough at KFC, Joyce was Miss Puerto Rico and second runner up for Miss Universe. She then decided to pursue acting which brought her to LA where she met her now current husband. We catch up with Joyce and discuss how life in quarantine has been going and what is new and exciting since we last saw her holding a diamond back in Season 4. Joyce explains how the first RHOBH cast member she met was Taylor Armstrong. From there she started running into Lisa Vanderpump all the time at Mohamed's house. Joyce discusses the reality of filming RHOBH versus what she expected the experience to be. She has met Prince, Michael Jackson and, wait for it, Madonna. Ok let's just take a minute to absorb that. Of course we also need to hear all about her BFF friendship with the Queen herself, LVP. She also explains her "favs" from Vanderpump Rules - James Kennedy and Scheana Shay. We always knew Joyce had good taste. Ready for a feel good episode? So are we, so take a listen here.**** @joyce_giraud **** @behindvelvetrope **** @davidyontef **** This Episode is brought to you by Better H-E-L-P betterhelp.com/velvetrope ****** https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David welcomes David Parnes from Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles. Comfy in his back yard in the Hollywood Hills (birds chirping and all), David is ready to talk all about the new season of MDL-LA. Born and raised in London (unlike some accents on Bravo, this one is real), David moved to LA 11 years ago in hopes of that California dreamin' life. A life filled, of course, with real estate. Having no idea how they got his name, David jumped at the opportunity of being a cast member on the show having been a big fan and avid watcher of the MDL franchise prior. David Squared get into a deep discussion on the current state of the LA Real Estate Market and how it is currently (forever?) changed by the state of the world. Of course, with the new MDL season here and present, we discuss the properties, the gorgeous glorious expansive properties. Ahhhh. Ok enough of that, let's get to what really matters, David's thoughts on his fellow 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 a glimpse of what we can expect the rest of this coming season. Plus, we pay homage to his NYC counterparts, Freddy, Ryan Louie, Steve and Tyler. An episode not to be missed.***** @davidbondst**** @behindvelvetrope**** @davidyontef**** This Episode is brought to you by Better H-E-L-P betterhelp.com/velvetrope **** https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess Zadeh from the blond UNFILTERED Podcast Steps Behind The Rope. Jess Z is our official West Coast Correspondent (we may have forgotten to tell her that but thats ok because she is finding out now) and lives down the street from our favorite Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. That only means one thing. She knows our fav RHOBH, or has had run ins with them, or knows people who know them. We start with a deep analysis into our new friends Sutton and Garcelle. Next Jess explains her “relationship" with Dorit. Her “relationship” with Dorit includes that one time Dorit bought baby furniture from the store she worked at. With Dorit, all roads lead back to her finances and Jess is happy to explain exactly how Dorit bought her house, the “real" story behind Beverly Beach, and so on. It is in the small details people. Jess also talks to us about her very checkered past with Kyle Richards (spoiler alert - she isn’t a fan) and her less checkered past with Mauricio Umansky. We do a deep dive on BFF Eden Sassoon - no really they are BFFs and the past and current state of Kyle’s relationship with Eden. Oh yea, she has also run in to Rinna several times. Last but certainly not least there was that one time she confronted Teddi Mellencamp in the locker room at Soul Cycle after getting rejected from her ALL IN by Teddi program. Say whaaat? Tune in now to hear all the real life RHOBH behind the scenes from the always unfiltered blond Unfiltered Podcast host, Jess Z. @blonde_unfiltered*** @behindvelvelvetrope*** @davidyontef*** https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope *** This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jill Zarin. The Woman. The Myth. The Legend. Jill takes time out from a full house (Ally, Jill’s Dad and of course, Bossi Zarin, all make Cameos during this episode) in Florida, where she has been quarantining, to chat. First things first. Jill Zarin and Ally Shapiro started a mask business “Masks by Jill & Ally”, where one mask is donated for every one purchased. They are tie-dye, how fun and cool. Jill Zarin rugs is also thriving during these times. Mazel! Now onto what everyone wants to hear about - RHONY. Jill divulges her current relationship with Ramona and what she really thinks about Ramona's Corona “behavior". The OG of the NYC also gives us her thoughts on Tinsley getting married and leaving the show, newbie Leah McSweeney and what she thinks about this current season of The Real Housewives of New York City. Jill also discussed her current “relationships” with the other RHONY Luann and Dorinda. Finally we play a speed round with Jill on some of her other famous Bravo friends - Patti Stanger, Cynthia Bailey, Vicki Gunvalson and Marysol Patton. Tune in for a full check in with Miss Jill Zarin! @mrsjillzarin @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef This Episode is brought to you by Better H-E-L-P betterhelp.com/velvetrope https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices