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We welcome Landon Clements from Southern Charm, Behind The Rope. Originally from St. Simons Island, Georgia, Landon knew many of the cast such as Shep and Whitney before the idea of Southern Charm even existed. Landon talks Southern Charm with us - casting, filming, and what the entire process of being on a hit Bravo Reality TV show was like. She also talks the Southern Charm cast with us. In addition to Shep & Whitney, we discuss Craig, Austen, Patricia, and Thomas. Yes, she also explains the current status of her relationship with Kathryn Dennis. Landon is now a Real Estate Agent in Southern California. With the new season of Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles currently on air, we couldn’t help but talk about the casts famous agents. Of course, Landon also explained the current state of the Real Estate market in Southern California, the expansive properties she represents and whether those over the top open houses we see on TV are really worth it. All this, plus a “fan girl” moment she had when running into Lisa Vanderpump in the hood and what happened when she met Bethenny Frankel. @alandonclements @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope This Episode is brought to you by Better H-E-L-P betterhelp.com/velvetrope See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colin Macy-O’Toole from Below Deck Med steps Behind The Rope. Colin discusses why he thinks the Below Deck Franchise (Below Deck, Below Deck Med and Sailing Yacht) is amongst the highest rated of all of Bravo’s shows. He then enlightens us on the reputation of the Below Deck series in the real life “yachting” industry and the differences between a real life charter and that which we see on TV. Of course, we need answers to some of life's most burning questions - the highest tip he has ever received, the best charter guest, the worst charter guest, Chef Adam or Chef Ben and the most outrageous demand a guest has ever made. We then discuss this current season of Below Deck Med and his relationships with both Captain Sandy and Hannah Ferrier. Colin explains how he got hired to work on the Below Deck yacht and cast on the Bravo juggernaut, which was supposed to originally be for a different season with Captain Lee. Colin also shares his thoughts on his relationships off camera with Below Deck past and present: Kate Chastain, Malia White, Joao Franco, and Anastasia Surmava. Colin lets us know how his Podcast “Radio Check” is going as well as his “booming” Rap Career. Finally, having been a Fire Island Ferry Captain he talks, with our prodding, about some of his famous guests such as Scar Jo, Jimmy Fallon, and Wanda Sykes. Of course, we also discuss one of Fire Island’s most famous Summer Residents, Andy Cohen, and that one time he and Colin met in a rather “compromising” situation. Pull up those anchors and listen in. @colin_macyotoole @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

Vanderpump Rules may be over for the season but Jeremy Madix Steps Behind The Rope. Taking time out of his busy work day running Madix cannabis, Jeremy chats about his day job, when not seen working at Sur on Vanderpump Rules. Jeremy is busier more now than ever with work. Ok, on to some Vanderpump Rules talk. What was it like being there in the beginning before the VanderWorld became as big as it now is? What is it like hanging with The Toms and rest of the cast? How did Jeremy end up living in Tom and Ariana’s old apartment? Does he think Tom and Ariana will ever tie the knot? What does his family think about Fancy AF Cocktails and all the success Ariana has achieved at such a young age? Jeremy's favorite drink at Sur and the most popular drink at Sur? These and other burning questions in the VanderVerse are answered. Thank you Jeremy! @jeremymadix @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

With filming of the upcoming season of The Real Housewives of Dallas resumed, Cary Deuber Steps Behind The Rope. Checking in from her closet (no really, she is Zooming from her closet), her brand new Maltese on her lap, Cary is here to tell it all. First off, Cary gives an update on the Deuber family Med Spa and home life with Mark. Ok, ok, now onto RHOD. Cary explains how she didn’t know she was in the mix for a Housewives show during casting, what filming was really like, and what she thought about the finished edited product once her first season finally aired. Cary talks about seasons past and addresses LeeAnne Locken’s infamous quote about what her husband ‘supposedly” did at The Round Up. Oh LeeAnne. Speaking of LeeAnne, Cary talks about the status of her current relationship with LeeAnne as well as the rest of RHOD’s cast members Kameron, Stephanie, Brandi, D’Andra and Kary. Plus, we ask her what info she knows about rumored new cast members Tiffany Moon and Jennifer Davis Long. A jam packed episode not to be missed. @carydeuber @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

Beck Deck Mediterranean’s Alex Radcliffe steps Behind The Rope. Calling from his newly purchased house just outside Boston, Massachusetts, Alex is here to discuss all things new season of Below Deck Med. Having never worked on a private yacht before, nor having ever watched any of the Below Deck Franchise prior, Alex was thrown right into life at sea after stepping foot on board The Wellington to set sail for Bravo's hit reality show. Alex was “cast” from a former Below Deck Med cast member, true story, and the rest is history. The travel, constantly meeting new people, never knowing what the next day would bring, Alex realized early on, this lifestyle was a good fit for him. Alex is willing to discuss the challenges of life at sea plus the temptations presented by both ship colleagues as well as charter guests alike. Plus, what was his first meeting with Captain Sandy really like? Tune in now to find out. @alexradcliffe @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

Tina Sugandh from Bravo’s Newlyweds: The First Year steps Behind The Rope. Did you know Newlyweds is the 9th highest ranked Bravo show to binge during Corona? Did you know, Tina was voted one of the top Bravolebrities to watch? How about her past with The Real Housewives of New York City? Calling from her car, with a bottle of wine in hand (where else is a mom of three supposed to escape to), Tina, one half of the infamous “Tina and Tarz”, tells all. Of course, let's not forget that the couple became fixtures on The People’s Couch shortly after Newlyweds, and David needs all his questions about that classic answered. Oh yea, there is also the fact that she played drums with Ringo Starr. Say whaaat? Grab your wine, start your engines and have a listen. This is a classic from the Bravo Vault that absolutely cannot be missed!! @tinasugandh @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

As seen on last night’s The Real Housewives of New York City, Love Agent Rori Sassoon steps Behind The Rope. Rori explains how she became a love agent and established her successful New York City based matchmaking business Platinum Poire. After explaining how she became a love agent, we get right into what everyone wants to talk about, RHONY. Her first cast member friend, Carole Radziwill. Didn’t see that one coming. Rori was the one responsible for bringing “Red Scarf Guy” into our, and Bethenny Frankel’s, life (kinda). Red Scarf didn't chose Ramona, as we all saw play out on a season past. Fear not Ropers. Rori came back to the rescue on last nights The Real Housewives of New York City to try to find Ramona a better match. We discuss, Bethenny’s new man, what we think of their relationship, and her inevitable exit from RHONY. We also discuss Tinsley leaving RHONY and what we predict for her future with Scott. Plus, what type of guy does Rori recommend for Sonja, Luann, Dorinda and Ramona and who do we think will be the first one married out of them. Finally, we need her opinion on other famous Match Makers such as Patti Stanger and how she thinks she can help #RHONJ's Teresa and Dolores and Vanderpump Rules' Kirsten Doute. A jam packed episode not to be missed. @rorisassoon @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

Our fireside chats with the Camp Getaway cast continue by welcoming Sophia D’Angelo, from the hit Bravo series, Behind The Rope. Taking time off from running her event planning business, which has transitioned for the time being to on line events, Sophia chats about the challenges of starting both a new job at Camp Getaway and the presence of cameras while doing so. Uncertain at first if being a reality show were the right fit for her, Sophia almost didn’t say yes to this opportunity and boy is she happy, (as are we) she did. Tune in to hear all about the ins and outs of working at Camp Getaway, filming with Bravo, and what we can expect as the rest of this fun filled season unfolds. Sophia is an avid Bravo Watcher and was more than eager to discuss her favorite show, Summer House. Thank you Sophia for sharing your favorite and least favorite Summer House roommate of all time. As most conversations Bravo related, all roads lead back to The Real Housewives - the favorites, not so favorites, and everything in between. @Sophia_a_dangelo @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

David welcomes Craig Ramsay from the hit Bravo TV shows Thintervention with Jackie Warner and Newlyweds: The First Year. Does everyone remember those classics? We do. Craig can also be seen with husband Brandon Liberati on Shahs of Sunset due to this close friendship with Mercedes Javid. #MJ. Originally from Canada, Craig came to the States to pursue his Broadway career. Speaking of Broadway, he worked with both Rosie O’Donnell - she was wonderful - and Lea Michele - if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all. Well Craig says it all and we say - THANK YOU CRAIG - about Lea Michele. He met his husband, Celebrity Hairstylist Brandon Liberati, right after he started filming Thintervention, at the gym. OG of the OC Jeana Keough told him he was going to marry Brandon. Flash forward and Brandon and Craig were navigating the first year of marriage as a same sex couple on national TV. In other news, Craig explains how he met MJ, the drama that unfolded between Reza and MJ this past season on Shah’s, what filming the explosive Shah’s season finale was like and what he thinks is yet to come for our famous Persian Los Angelenos. Craig also has strong IRL ties to Danielle Staub. Do tell. Finally, we should mention Craig is a Fitness Guru who has not only entertained us during quarantine with his home workouts (they include wine) but has trained the likes of Ariana & Jeremy Madix as well as Tom Sandoval. @craigramsay @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Official. Behind The Velvet Rope is on Patreon!!! For all of you Ropers who have been asking, we have listened. You can easily find us at https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope What will you get? Two bonus episodes per month, every month. These episodes contain opinions about how we REALLY feel regarding certain Real Housewives and Other Bravolebrities. You are part of a safe space where open opinions are shared and confidential stories revealed because all Bravo gossip is NOT for public consumption. We will also be answering questions asked in our DMs - NO question is off limits! So head on over to Patreon and sign up. Bonus episodes drop the 1st and the 15th of every month. When you are done signing up, send us those burning questions about what specific Housewives and Bravolebrities are REALLY like IRL or anything else keeping you up at night. It is time for some fun. Welcome Behind The Rope's Rope Enter at your own risk! 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

Jazmin Johnson from Bravo’s Married to Medicine LA steps Behind the Rope. Let's start at the beginning - growing up in California the daughter of a biracial couple, meeting her husband at the hospital she was interning at, and her early days of marriage, Jazmin shares it all. Of course, the conversation quickly turns to Married to Medicine LA. Jazmin chats about her Season One relationship with Dr. Imani, how that relationship has evolved in Season Two and the status of their friendship today. Jazmine also explains how she was cast, filming and her relationships, or lack thereof, with other costars, past and present. Besides being a Bravolebrity, Jazmin is also a Bravoholic. Her favorite shows on Bravo? The Real Housewives of Orange County, and Atlanta, and New York. A woman with great tastes. Oh, there are also those frequent run ins with Lisa Vanderpump who Jazmin says is “right down the street". Tune in now to catch up with Jazmin Johnson, learn more about her Lifestyle Concierge Business, and all things Married to Medicine LA and Bravo. @jazminajohnson @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the recent announcement of the new RHOA cast, it is confirmed again Marlo Hampton will be an official "friend of". Originally from from Clearwater, Florida, Marlo was taught at an early age how to survive, growing up throughout the state “in the system”. After falling in with a “rough crowd” at home, Marlo moved to Atlanta 12 years ago for a fresh start. Rebranding herself a stylist, thanks to her flair for fashion, Marlo opened a boutique in the ATL and quickly met some of our favorite peach holders. Shortly thereafter, she was brought onto RHOA by Phaedra (bring Phaedra back) and the rest is history. Marlo, open and honest, is willing to discuss it all. No, she still doesn’t wanna date broke and yes, she considers Nene a loyal friend. “Discuss it all", of course, includes Kenya - her marriage, bringing the Cookie Lady to come for Tanya, her “acting” career, and many of her other fine moments during this past season. Arguably, Marlo has done as much for this franchise as any of the full time regulars and is just getting started. Hey Bravo, give her a damn peach already! Hello!! #realhousewivesofatlanta @marlohampton @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David welcomes back, yet again, fan fav, Emmy Award winning producer, Just Joan. David lets her have a few minutes of rapid RHONJ fire questions, as it is her favorite franchise. David talks about a past sleep over at Marge Senior’s house in good ole’ Englewood, NJ, the Mother Teresa Patron Saint of the world, Dolores Catania and attending a drag queen competition in Asbury Park with Margaret Jospehs. The conversation then takes a sharp left turn to all things K. K as in the Kardashians. All things Kardashian, of course, includes Lord Disick and Caitlyn Jenner as well as all of our favorite sisters and Momager Kris. With RHONY currently in season on the air, The Rope has to pay homage to The Singer Stinger. After all, it has been a whole few weeks since she was last discussed. Finally, Joan cannot help but let the producer in her out as she discusses all the ways she sees David as a future RHONJ or RHONY, you choose, himself. A truly laugh out loud episode (just what the world needs right now) not to be missed @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

David welcomes Glen North from the hit Bravo show Camp Getaway. The show may be over but the Summer is just started and Glen stops by for a fun show. A really fun show. Checking in from his home in Virginia, Glen recaps both his experience of spending a summer at Camp Getaway and his experience in filming a reality television show. A classically trained actor, Glen has had many side hustles in life - server, personal trainer, go go boy. Ohh tell us about being a go go boy. Glen does. Growing up a camp boy, attending a performing arts choir camp, Glen had camp in his blood from the early days. Flash forward to Camp Getaway, Glen heard about the Social Coordinator position from a friend. He applied, got the job, had a trial weekend and soon was behind the cameras filming this past season of Camp Getaway. His favorite Bravo shows? Family Karma and Below Deck. Captain Lee or Captain Sandy? His obsession with and love of Kate Chastain? Yup, we discuss it all. Finally, being Pride month and all, Glen discusses how important it is for him to be an active member of the LGBTQIA Community and plans he has with fellow Bravolebrities regarding Pride. Throw on some glitter and give Glen a listen! @northgg @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

Imani State of Mind is a new podcast from Stitcher that demystifies mental health and wellness in an accessible and approachable way. Dr. Imani Walker (Bravo’s Married to Medicine LA) equips listeners with the right language and tools to normalize this stigmatized topic, in addition to finding laughter and light in navigating these struggles. Listen now in your favorite podcast app! Are you as excited as we are here Behind The Velvet Rope? You should be!!! This is a new podcast NOT to be missed! Introducing Imani State of Mind. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall Emmett steps Behind The Rope. Turtle in Entourage (kinda), Academy Award Nominee, Dad, Mark Wahlberg's Former Assistant. Those are all true, but let's focus on the one moniker we most wanna discuss. Lala Kent's Man, Fiancé, Love. Randall Emmett as seen on Vanderpump Rules. Ok, ok we talk to Randall about his early days in LA trying to raise money for his first movie as a producer and what working as Mark’s assistant was really like. Randall also shares what it was like to attend the Academy Awards, the Golden Globes, his thoughts on Gotti and just what it took to get that Bobby De Niro sandwich pic for Jax. Alright, now on to what really matters. Randall explains how, where, and when he met Lala. We talk early days Vanderpump Rules and Randall's initial reactions to Jax, Stassi, The Toms and the rest of the cast. Randall discusses how he ended up finally agreeing to film Vanderpump Rules, what led to that decision and who was involved in the decision, Lala, The Producers, Lisa Vanderpump. He discusses important Pump milestones he attended both on and off camera such as Jax’s wedding, Schwartz and Katie’s second wedding, and James’ long overdue apology, as seen on the shocking season finale of this past seasons’ VPR. All this, plus Randall’s experience attending BravoCon as Lala’s plus one in this very special PART ONE sit down with Mr. Randall Emmett. @randallemmettfilms @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jai Rodriguez from the original Queer Eye For The Straight Guy steps Behind The Rope. Bonding over quarantine life, Jai and David share how they have been getting though the past few months during their time at home. Of course, the conversation quickly turns to Bravo and what it was like, in 2003, to be the very first reality show to ever exist on this now very famous network. Jai discusses how he was cast on Bravo’s original reality show, why he almost wasn't cast, and what working with Andy Cohen was really like. Once the show aired, Jai explains how life quickly changed as a result of this ratings blockbuster and the opportunities, or lack thereof, that followed when the show had ended. Those opportunities, in part, included a series regular role on Malibu Country with legends Reba McEntire and Lily Tomlin plus parts of epic television shows such as Grey’s Anatomy, Grace & Frankie and The Rookie, to name a few. Jai discusses the challenges of transitioning from reality TV to scripted roles and how he was able to make that transition successfully. Speaking of Queer Eye, no conversation of the ground breaking series would be complete without a nod to the current Netflix “reboot”. Just in time for Pride month, David & Jai discuss the cultural significance of The Queer Eye Legacy and what is next for Jai in his career. Tune in now to hear all of this plus Jai’s current relationships with both Bravo and Netflix’s Queer Eye casts. @jairodriguez @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Real Housewives of New York City may be on a temporary hiatus but, the man, the myth, the legend, Harry Dubin, steps Behind The Rope. Harry chats about, what else other than his real life, shall we say, “experiences” with the women behind #RHONY. Harry takes us back to his first, housewife that is, Miss Sonja Tremont. After a chance meeting at a bar in DC, with only a first name, Harry tracks down Sonja after hitting up no less than 10 hotels, for the beginning of a several decade on again, off again, “relationship”. Once on the New York scene, Harry set his sights in another direction, a leggy blonde he met on the Upper East Side, Aviva Drescher. When his marriage to Aviva ended, he spent his time passing the days with Sonja, who was now Sonja Morgan, soon to be of #RHONY. Through Sonja, he met Luann, who he said knew what she wanted, him, and got it. There was also Kelly Bensimon, yup her too and Ramona, who he describes as a great kisser. Dorinda thew a shoe at Harry at The Regency and then there is Tinsley, oh Tinsley. Of course, no Big Apple sit down would be complete without Bethenny, Jill & Heather. Finally, Harry is more than eager to play a NSFW version of who would you rather #RHONY edition. @harrydubin @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

David was up til 4am in Atlantic City drinking vodka with Sonja Morgan. Let us just let that sink in for a hot second. Not so fast, before we get there, David chats with Audience Appreciation Listener Brian Carlos about the time they almost met at a Backstreet Boys concert or the time they actually did meet at a Countess Luann - where else? - Cabaret attended by Tre Giudice. Speaking of Tre Giudice, she had a "Celebrity Housewives" appearance in Atlantic City with Margaret Jospehs and Sonja Morgan. David was Margar et's plus one, along with Marge Sr. (they shared a room), there was a dinner after, a Paris Hilton sighting, and then yes, David and Sonja were the last two standing up til 4am drinking vodka (does this shock you?). The hilarity that ensues can only be captured in one way - b y listening right here to the latest episode of Behind The Velvet Rope. @brncrls @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part II of this very special sit down with The Real Housewives of Orange County's Tamra Judge continues as we get into more details about cast past and present. Kelly Dodd, we are looking as you! Tamra explains how she thinks the franchise will fair without OG Vicki Gunvalson and herself and gets into more details regarding her departure from the show. We discuss the benefits and drawbacks of being on a franchise of the Real Housewives for twelve years, what she has learned, what would she do differently, if anything, and the “reality" of housewives versus what you see each week on TV. Tamra discusses what franchise she would most like to join, who her current favorite Housewife is, and what is next for her and Eddie in the world of reality TV as well as for the two of them in life after quarantine. Of course, we HAD to discuss Bravocon and what being a guest at Andy Cohen's Baby Shower was really like. Grab those oranges and enjoy this this Part 2 of this special sit down with the one and only Tamra Judge. @tamrajudge @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

The Rope welcomes - THE one - THE only - Icon In the Flesh - Miss Tamra Judge! Raw and unfiltered, but do we know of Tamra Judge in any other way, method or manner. After twelve seasons of being a full time cast member on The Real Housewives of Orange Country, Tamra is here to look back, reflect upon the highs, there were many, the lows, just as many, and everything in between. We cover it all. Tamra shares her feelings on co-stars past - Jesus Jugs, Miss Fancy Pants Heather Dubrow, Meghan King Edmonds, OG Jeana Keough, Lynne Curtain, Lydia McLaughlin, Peggy Sulahian and oh, so many more. Tamra dishes on current RHOC cast members - Gina Kirschenheiter, Emily Simpson and yes, even Braunwyn Windham-Burke. Then, the discussion turns to Kelly Dodd, her behavior on the show and current Covid-19 statements. Has she gone too far? We discuss her partner in crime, the OG from the OC, Vicki Gunvalson, as well as the current status of her friendship with the third Tres Amigas, Shannon Beador. Tamra is very open about her departure from the show and the circumstances that surround that. Take a listen to PART 1 of this very special sit down with #RHOC's Tamra Judge. @tamrajudge @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

Vanderpump Rules OG Peter Madrigal steps Behind The Rope. Back in a simpler time when everyone had their Bravo contracts in place, a mere week ago, Peter sat down with The Rope to tell it all. What does HE think about it ALL? Peter explains exactly how the show was cast way back when and it is not what was expected. Peter is kind enough to entertain the Rope's desires to talk about all of his cast mates. Who changed the most since the beginning of the show? What does he personally think of Jax's marriage? What did he think of this past season and the newbies? Does he think the future of VR should be broken into two shows? How does he feel to be one of the only OGs to actually still work at Sur? What role does he play in helping cast the show as the real manager of Sur? Whose wedding was his favorite? House? Of course we also address the season finale's breaking of the 4th wall and how it felt like a series finale with everyone going their separate ways. The future of Vanderpump Rules? All these and more questions answered in this no holds bar sit down with the OG himself, Mr. Peter Madrigal. @Peter_madrigal @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 Below Deck Mediterranean back on the air, it is definitely time to check in with the one and only Anastasia Surmava. Connecting all the way from Sri Lanka, Anastasia took time off from running her Yoga Studio & Cafe to chat with the Rope. We last saw Anastasia on the high seas, doing double duty as Third Stew and Chef. For all of those wondering, she has been putting her chef skills to good use during quarantine with her fabulous IG videos. That and spending time with her boyfriend. Anastasia opens up about the on line bullying she received after her time on Below Deck Med and the double standard of being a strong female presence as a Below Deck “Chef“. Of course, no below deck convo would be complete without a full on discussion of Kate Chastain, The Captains Lee and Sandy and the newest franchise, Below Deck Sailing Yacht. Ships Ahoy!! @nastiasurmava @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

After the week we have had in the BravoVerse, thank you Vanderpump Rules, isn’t it time for a little light hearted fun? Perhaps some light hearted fun with a martini? Or two? Hells F’ing Yes!!! We welcome The One. The Only. Martini Mike (Michael Byrne) Behind The Rope. Hello People. Martini Mike from #RHONY. He has a freakin' Meme. Extending his 15 minutes, he is here to clarify and answer a few key questions for The Rope. Who are his favorite housewives? Who does he think are the best styled housewives? What day of the week did the infamous #RHONY episode film? What time did he get to the Cooke House that fateful evening? Who was he with? What was the name of the bartender serving him his drinks? Did he eat anything and, if so, what? What is Tinsley’ fav seat in the restaurant (hint it isn’t where the group was sitting that night), what is his drink of choice - ok we KNOW it's a martini - but gin or vodka, what kind and what garnish? Are his friends jealous of his “moment”? Did he get pics with the #RHONY cast? Was Luann drinking? How did he know who Leah and Elyse were? What are his plans in life now? Which #RHONY cast members DM’d him after the episode aired and which blew him off (the answers are NOT at all what you would expect)? And most important, just how many Martinis did he have that night? @michaelbyrne @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vanderpump Rule’s newcomer, Charli Burnett, steps Behind The Rope. And what a week it has already been for the Vanderpump Rules cast. Starting out lightly, Charli explains which came first, her real life job as a server at SUR or a much coveted role as one of the “newbies” this season on Vanderpump Rules. She explains which was more difficult - getting used to working at SUR or the presence of cameras while doing so. When she had difficult times during her freshman year of filming, because of a variety of factors (don’t worry you will find out), she turned to the one person all of us would love to turn to for advice, Lisa Vanderpump. Lucky Girl. Ok, enough of that. In yet another case of Vander foreshadowing, prior to yesterday’s terminations of Stassi and Kristen Doute, we discuss Charli’s relations with the OG cast, or lack thereof. Charli then wastes no time in explaining how the OG cast treated her, both on and off camera, and just how “welcoming” (Not) they were. If you didn’t think there was a division between the OG cast and the Newbies before this - well, hmm, you may want to take a listen to this episode. @charliburnett @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

Checking in from Chateau Dubrow, in all its glory, Heather and Terry Dubrow, step Behind The Rope. Heather bonds with The Rope over the joyous role of being a successful Podcast Host a la Heather Dubrow’s world. We then get right into The Dubrow Diet, one of the most googled diets out there. Terry explains the science behind The Dubrow Diet (we paid attention, really), a keto fusion diet involving intermittent fasting. We got the Dubrow stamp of approval for a little vodka, a little caffeine and oh, the Dubrow Diet has anti aging effects. Sign us up!! The conversation eventually turns to Botched and the extra challenging cases Terry faced during this current Season 6. Before Botched there was The Swan, one of the best reality shows of all time (google it people), which Terry was a Doctor on. He informed us it is ranked as one of the worst reality shows of all time (we now love it just a little more). We lasted a whole 40 minutes before finally bringing up, obviously The Real Housewives of Orange County. Heather was a true sport in entertaining ALL RHOC questions past and present. Fear not, Heather may soon be back on our TV screens. The Dubrow's have a new reality show they are working on together. Listen here for all those details and so much more. @heatherdubrow @dr.dubrow @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

Artist and Musician Nicky Bondz Steps Behind The Rope. Having worked on 12 songs, almost a full album during quarantine, Nicky takes time out of his busy day to chat with The Rope. Getting his PhD in Mental Health, Nicky has uniquely blended his doctorate schooling into his hit music by encouraging people to stay strong during this unprecedented tough time the world is facing. One of Nicky’s new singles called “HOME” is a feel-good song that’s a cross of pop with a little bit of EDM and hip hop. Of course, all roads Behind The Velvet Rope lead to Bravo. In this case, that would be Nicky’s recent appearance on Bravo's Hit Show, Blind Date. Find out what went on when the Blind Date cameras weren’t rolling and what Nicky really thought of his experience filming with Bravo, during this special chat with Nicky Behind The Velvet Rope. @nicky_bondz @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

Randall Klein from the freshman Bravo show Camp Getaway joins us Behind The Rope. Randall is Miss Camp. No really, she grew up going to camp, loving camp, did camp teen tours, and now works at Camp Getaway. She is also a huge Bravo fan and avid listener of Behind the Velvet Rope Podcast. The woman has good tastes. Randall takes us Behind the Ropes of the new hit Bravo show discussing how she got hired, her fellow social coordinators, the romances and love triangles, and some of what we can expect as the rest of the Camp Getaway season plays out. Part Below Deck, part Summer House, Randall and David break down the appeal of this fun summer indulgence and what really goes on behind the scenes at a weekend playground for adults. Of course Randal and David bond over Randall's favorite Bravo shows besides Camp Getaway - RHONY and discuss all the ins and outs of their favorites and not so favorites. Finally, they debate who is the hottest guy on Bravo. Hint - they actually agree!! @randalljklein @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

Being a third wheel on a date with Harry Dubin? Why not. Whose says there is proper ettiequte and rules on RHONY’s ground zero, the UES. Meeting Tom D’Agostino at The Regency? Oh yes. A D’Agostino Dubin Sandwich Pic? Thank you Harry for making that happen. Further downtown, a run in with Jax & Brittney occurs. Feeling nostalgic, the convo quickly turns to past hang outs with the cast of 90210 and Melrose Place. Ah, nostalgia. (Audience Appreciation Day is alive and well with SaraSara.) @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

Elyse Slaine - welcome back!! Wasting no time, Elyse gives us her take on the latest #RHONY Newport "Hurricane Leah" Vacation Episode and what watching herself on TV throughout the season has been like. Elyse opens up about how social media now plays a role in her life and the realization that anything she says on line can, may and probably will be used against her. Elyse discusses her one big regret from this past season, who was the hardest to get to know better and the current status of her relationships, or not, with the cast. Obviously, we had to bring up her unfollowing Ramona on social media and why an unlikely friendship formed between her and Leah. Of course, no RHONY sit down is complete without a full discussion of OGs Jill Zarin the Bethenny Frankel. Put that Apple down and listen in. @elyseslaine @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

Performance Coach Simon Waterson Steps Behind The Rope. Brought to The Rope's attention from across the pond by none other than Ladies of London's very own Adela King, welcome Simon. Lifestyle, Nutrition and Fitness Guru, Simon is here to help everyone stay sane with, hopefully the tail end of quarantine, and how to get our post quarantine bodies back in shape. Simon explains how to find the most efficient program with maximum results in the allotted time that each individual has for themselves. Of course, we also get all the details of his time in working with both Bonds Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig and what the current state of the film industry is for Lifestyle, Nutrition and Fitness coaches. What is it really like to be a Performance Coach on one of the biggest movie franchises in history? Simon gives us all the inside scoop on that plus a whole lot more in this episode! Put down those weights. You can work out later. Now it's time to take a listen to this special episode of Behind The Velvet Rope. @simonwatersonperformance @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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 Ana Quincoces decided to donate her Emerald Green Season 2 Reunion Dress to raise money in assistance for front line heath care workers fighting Covid-19. That one decision quickly led to Real Housewives of Miami cast members Joanna Krupa, Karent Sierra and Adriana de Moura jumping on board. Denise Richards soon followed. Daily Mail picked up the story and voila, calling all Housewives, a donate your reunion dress or suit (Andy Cohen, thank you) was started. Ana talks to The Rope about what the process of wrangling and coordinating all of the involved housewives has been like, who donated what, who said they were going to donate but the dress seems to never have arrived, and last but not least, who just didn’t return Ana’s call. Also, we find out what her current relationship is with the other RHOM ladies. Cue that theme song music and… go! @anaqooks @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Right before now fired Vanderpump Rules editor Bri Dellinger caused a shockwave by admitting to unfavorable edits of Scheana Shay, the reality star sat down with us here Behind The Velvet Rope. Not knowing the scandal that was to come, Scheana discussed how she feels about her ongoing, season after season, edit as "Boy Crazy" Scheana. Foreshadowing Much? This is an episode not to be missed. Quarantined with her boyfriend at her Palm Springs house, Scheana is kind enough to answer all of life’s most pressing questions. Are Katie & Stassi really mean girls and what does Scheana think of how they treated Kristen this past season? What is Scheana’s current relationship with the three today? What about Lala? Team Sandoval or Jax? Who has changed the most since the beginning of the show? Whose relationship does she admire the most? What is Lance Bass really like as an wedding officiant? These and many more quandaries answered in this weeks episode with the one, the only, Miss Scheana Shay. No false editing here. We present Scheana Shay, Unfiltered. @scheana @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vanderpump Rules’ newcomer, Brett Cap steps Behind the Rope. Welcome bro. Originally from NJ (go East Coast), Brett moved to LA because life is short and why not. Shortly thereafter, he met LVP, who was interested in personal training and Brett quickly found himself training our Queen. This training soon lead to a job at SUR which then led to a much coveted role on the juggernaut Vanderpump Rules. David & Brett deep dive into all things LVP from meeting Lisa for the first time, to Hanky & Panky to ending with a tour of the infamous Villa Rosa. Of course, David made sure to get the 411 on all of Brett's co stars - OGs and newbies alike - as well as his “special friendships” (Scheana? Dayna? - we are looking at you). Brett opens up about the filming process, behind the scenes and how life has “changed” since the show has aired. Before the next episode of Vanderpump Rules, tune in to get to know Brett just a little bit better. @brettcap @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

Take a break from the Real Housewives of DC Marathon (no really, its airing today on Bravo) to catch up with one of the five RHODC cast members, Mary Amons. Calling from her sprawling family farm in Southern Maryland, Mary takes time out of her busy quarantine to chat with The Rope about her time on the show. After discussing the current political atmosphere in DC, Mary explains that RHODC was originally supposed to be titled, “Inside Washington” and not part of the Housewives Franchise. Mary explains the difficulties in casting a show with wives in the political sector, the added layer of NDAs and confidential information and how the show ultimately morphed into a part of the Housewives franchise. Of course, the conversation turns to the infamous Salahi White House crash and the implications, not only for them, but the entire Real Housewives Of DC cast, franchise and Bravo as a network from this one event. Did you know RHODC production was shut down for several weeks while Congress and The White House launched a thorough investigation into this breach of US security. Luckily the show went on, bringing us 5 amazing women who have earned their place in Housewives history as one of the only Bravo shows ever involved in a nationwide political, for lack of a better word, scandal. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!! @maryamons @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

Originally from from Clearwater, Florida, Marlo was taught at an early age how to survive, growing up throughout the state “in the system”. After falling in with a “rough crowd” at home, Marlo moved to Atlanta 12 years ago for a fresh start. Rebranding herself a stylist, thanks to her flair for fashion, Marlo opened a boutique in the ATL and quickly met some of our favorite peach holders. Shortly thereafter, she was brought onto RHOA by Phaedra (bring Phaedra back) and the rest is history. Marlo, open and honest, is willing to discuss it all. No, she still doesn’t wanna date broke and yes, she considers Nene a loyal friend. “Discuss it all", of course, includes Kenya - her marriage, bringing the Cookie Lady to come for Tanya, her “acting” career, and many of her other fine moments during this past season. Arguably, Marlo has done as much for this franchise as any of the full time regulars and is just getting started. Hey Bravo, give her a damn peach already! Hello!! #realhousewivesofatlanta @marlohampton @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David welcomes Dr. Imani Walker, Married to Medicine LA, Behind The Rope. After bonding over their mutual love of Prince (Dr. Imani’s mom was very good friends with Prince) and NYC, where Dr Imani grew up, these two get right into it. Dr Imani pretty much always knew she wanted to do something with science. Flash forward to Dr. Imani, a Forensic Psychiatrist. Ok onto what everyone wants to talk about, Married to Medicine LA. David & Imani discuss the “pressures” and benefits of being a doctor on a reality TV show, the filming & production process, lessons learned from Season One and her M2MLA co-stars. Speaking of Season One, what is the real deal regarding the drama between Dr. Imani and Jazmin Johnson both on and off camera. Also, what can we expect in Season Two of the hit Bravo show? Until her future book and podcast come out, click play here for a listen regarding all things Imani and M2MLA. @doctor.imani @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

David welcomes David Schreiber, owner of Camp Getaway, Behind The Rope. Located in Kent, CT, Camp Getaway is the premier Summer Camp for Adults. Conveniently located a few mere hours outside NYC, Camp Getaway provides the perfect weekend escape for a little relaxation, fun, and, well, pretty much anything else you want. The weekend is what you make of it. That's all nice and great, but let's face it, David is Behind The Rope because now Camp Getaway is a show on Bravo. Part Summer House, part Below Deck, with a side of Vanderpump Rules thrown in, the show provides everything you want and need in a Bravo show. Hot young things running around, trying to make some $, interacting with over the top guests, drinking and well, we all know what possibly comes next. Have you ever watched Summer House? Below deck? Oooh also, the entire entire cast of The Princesses of Long Island (deep Bravo dive) attended Camp Getaway, producers included, kinda. Tune in now to hear all about this brand new Bravo show which is the perfect summer escape. @davidschreiber @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

Shahs of Sunset’s Ali Ashouri, wine in hand (hey no judgments here), steps Behind The Rope. Ali, being at the epicenter of the drama between long time 30 year friends MJ and Reza, is one of the linchpins of Shahs of Sunset Season 8. Ali was first introduced to the group that we see on TV through Reza’s Husband Adam. Adam decided to take him on a trip to Palm Sprigs with Reza and MJ and that was the beginning. The beginning? Or the beginning of the end? With a potential Shahs Reunion looming (c’mom Bravo, what are we waiting for?), Ali assured us he has a lot to say. Ali was happy to oblige The Rope's thirst for opinions on the Shahs family. Shervin, Nema and Mona, they are are cool. MJ, friend for life. GG, Reza, Destiny and Adam? Let’s keep it classy here but, well, hmm, hmm, you will just have to take a listen. Time for another glass of that wine... @aliashouri @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

Now that the Season Four Reunion is complete, Luke Gulbranson steps Behind The Rope to clarify all regarding his freshman year on Summer House. Far from the Hamptons and flannel clad, Luke is more than eager to take David on a tour of his currently being renovated lake house in Upstate Michigan. After discussing their mutual love of Prince (we wouldn’t expect anything less of a good Minnesotan), Luke's many talents and careers - hockey, modeling, acting, jewelry maker, business owner (whew!), David & Luke get right down to business. Having never summered in The Hamptons before, he said yes when buddy Kyle Cooke asked, “hey, wanna join a summer house”. The rest is history. First impressions of the Summer House Cast, the summer house parties, the enigma that is Jordan, all discussed. Luke’s first season summer wasn't without its share of drama - Carl asking Jules to leave the house, the ramifications that followed both on and off camera (as explained to Andy at the Reunion), Amanda and Paige’s opinions of him. Luke is ever so much the true gentlemen. It's all good man, he says. Then, of course, there is Hannah. Hannah, Hannah. Take a sip of that Loverboy and enjoy!! @lukegulbranson @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David welcomes back Style Expert Soneca Guadara (“Styled By Soneca”) for a Special Bonus episode. The two break down the Reunion Looks for both The Real Housewives of Atlanta and Summer House reunions. The ladies of RHOA all dressed in white, but not so fast. Soneca reveals her tip that Nene was almost going to wear black. Ahh, scandalous. The Summer House kids, well, we didn’t really see any theme there at all. Also, these two explore the ins and outs of a reunion via Zoom. Do we like? Not like? Best dressed? Worst dressed? Discuss amongst yourselves. @styledbysoneca @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef 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

David welcomes back Newlyweds: The First Year's Blair Late. Hailing from Texas, Blair knows some of our fav RHOD from his early years and he and David are happy to compare notes on IRL experiences with Kameron Westcott, D’Andra Simmons and Cary Deuber. #RHODforever. The conversation soon turns to Vicki Gunvalson and a night in her hot tub at her house in the OC with Michael and Don. Yup. We went there. Jill Zarin and her forgetfulness to pay for services rendered. Confused? Kinda. We are too. Tune in to hear these stories and other #RHOD, #RHONY and #RHOC stories, in full, Behind The Rope. @blairlate @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In preparation for tomorrow's season finale of Families of the Mafia, David sits down for an exclusive one on one with the Series Co-Creator, Executive Producer & Star, Karen Gravano. Wasting no time, David & Karen delve right in to her childhood and the moment she realized her life was “different" than that of others based, in part, on a murder outside one of her father's, Sammy The Bull’s, nightclubs. Other than a few other factors which tipped Karen off to the fact that this wasn’t how many families lived, Karen discusses her “normal” (for lack of a better word) childhood - dating, friends, having a “cousin" whose family the Donnie Brasco movie was based on. After discussing the definition of important words such as “Mafia”, “Loyalty" and “Rat”, Karen and David talk about “The Gotti Tapes”, the domino effect fall out that thereafter followed, and the subsequent end of the relationship between Gotti and Sammy The Bull. David and Karen analyze the Mob lifestyle and all that comes along with it - the made guys, competing families and, at the end of the day, family togetherness and love. Tune in to Part 1 of Behind The Velvet Rope’s very special sit down with Karen Gravano. @karengravano @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David welcomes Vanderpump Rules' new kid, Max Boyens. Originally from San Diego, Max moved to LA for a startup. After that failed, he found himself looking to re-enter the food and beverage industry, which led to a meeting with Ken Todd. That led to a job as the Assistant GM at Tom Tom. Which led to a GM position at Tom Tom and eventually a much coveted role on VR. The rest is history. Not so fast. David and Max discuss it all. All includes his "relationships" with Dayna, Scheana and Danica. All also includes OG's Stassi, Sandy, Schwartzy, Katie, Ariana and so on. And on. What does Max really think of all of his co-stars and the Queen herself, Lisa Vanderpump? Tune in now to learn more about Max and this everchanging season of VR. @issamaximillian @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Max Boyens David Yontef See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You guys have spoken. David listened. Fan Fav “Just Joan” is back!! Back in a simpler time, at the beginning of quarantine, David didn’t know what Tiger King was. Just Joan was happy to assist with a full on discussion of the big cat juggernaut. Joan can have her tigers, David has a different obsession, Bravo Super Fan Michael Rappaport’s IG and his incessant rants to “stay the F inside”. Really check it out, it's fun. Speaking of IG, Melissa Gorga is positing her frequent trips to the mailbox and Dr. Paul Nassif is giving tutorials on how to put on a mask properly. Speaking of Dr. Nassif, the new season of Botched has started. Oh, and David is having a DM affair with Scheana Shay. No really. These are real exciting times kids. Take a step Behind The Rope. @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

Meet Sutton Stracke, one of RHOBH’s newest residents. Who is she, you ask? Born in Augusta Georgia, Sutton had a typical Southern upbringing, having not left the south until the age of 23. She spent some time in NYC as a ballet dancer and nanny (multitasking) before ultimately settling in the Beverly Hills area. Named one of the top party hosts in the Country, along with Michelle Obama and Oprah (good company), Sutton keeps busy with her “day job’, running a concept store, Sutton, where everything from the art work to the chair you are sitting on is for sale. A friend of Rinna’s, no first name needed, she was introduced to RHOBH producers and the rest is history. From being thrown in to filming without knowing what to expect to Denise Richards and Bravo Bravo Bravo, David & Sutton unravel the ins an outs of the current RHOBH season. Oh and did we mention she is BFFS with Dolce & Gabbana and Jennifer Tilly? Put your diamonds down darlings, pay attention and get to know Miss Sutton Stracke. @suttonstracke @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

David welcomes yet another trusted listener Behind The Rope for “Audience Appreciation Day” (Hey there, Mark LaFreniere ). They discuss their mutual love of The Singer Stinger, why RHONY is their fav franchise, and debate if that Giudice table flip is truly the most memorable moment in housewives history. An appearance backstage at WWHL with Erika Jayne and Aydin - let’s reflect on that combo for a moment - leads to a full on discussion about Erika Jayne in Chicago and how The Pretty Mess tour was a gay gift from above. David discusses that one time he “waited” for Julia Roberts in her hotel lobby for a few, ok many, hours. Finally, the conversation somehow turns to David's “past life” of when he lived in the same building as Nicole Kidman, Hugh Jackman, Keith Urban, Calvin Klein and Jean Georges. Yes, he did manage to get himself invited to Jackman’s infamous Xmas soiree. The two even find out they were at the same LVP Rose Bottle Signing. # smallworld(@behindvelvetrope @davidyontef @markroland_) 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

David is on the move again (before Quarantine) for a quick overnight in Detroit, Michigan (yes, Detroit) to see Kristen Doute (Queen!) and Rachael O’Brien’s Live Podcast Comedy Show. There was a sighting of Jax’s sister and brother in law (as seen on Vanderpump Rules), Kristen’s sister and most important, avid Rope listeners (yea!). Of course, David is happy to share a full review of the show. In other news, David reminisces about life before quarantine: Erika Jayne’s star studded appearance in Chicago, Tom Tom sandwich pics in Atlantic City, almost elevator selfies with Daryl Hannah in Paris, run ins with Bruce Bozzi, and sharing a meal on the Upper East Side with Brooke Shields (kind of). Ah, the good 'ole days. (Listener appreciation day Whitney Ullman joins David Behind The Rope). @gotowhitney @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

David sits down RHOA’s Yovanna (no last name needed but for your reference it is Momplaisir). Originally from San Franciso, Yovanna eventually settled in the ATL after winning an essay writing contest with her family (don’t ask, just listen). Being younger than the current cast (no shade, it's a fact), Yovanna never really watched RHOA before finding herself in front of the camera at Nene’s Boobs and Bourbon party in Season 11. Flash forward to the current season, Yovanna has been ba-ring-ing it. Of course, no sit down with Yovanna would be complete without a deep dive into Snake Gate. Nor would it be complete without an analysis of her friendship with Nene. What is the status of that friendship today? Is Yovanna the snake? Why does the world think she is? How are things between her and Cynthia today? So many questions, so little time. Tune in to to hear a no holds bar, totally honest chat with the woman herself, Miss Yovanna M.@yovannamomplaisir @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

After making her mark this past week during a much heated discussion with Sonja Morgan (“I was never a trophy wife”), Elyse Slaine comes all the way downtown for a chat about all things Elyse and RHONY. From her humble beginnings in Brooklyn, Elyse settled in NYC’s UES shortly after school and began a career in Mortgaged Back Securities and Financial Trading (yes, she is smart). Elyse sets the record straight about her google rich past - palatial apartments, hedge fund honcho ex-boyfriends and feisty housekeepers. Despite what you may have read in the press, hear the real story directly from Elyse herself. Of course, all roads lead back to RHONY. Elyse tells us how she was cast (by accident folks), her relationships with Apple holders past (Jill, Bethenny, Heather, Aviva), present (Dorinda, Sonja, Leah) and how she feels about her Moniker, “Ramona’s Friend”. Take a bite out of that apple and listen in. (@elyseslaine @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