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BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE

Come step ‘Behind The Velvet Rope’ with all your favorite TV stars and pop culture icons with host David Yontef as he asks his guests all the pressing questions YOU want answered!

David’s relaxed, friendly interview style has welcomed a wide variety of guests — from Real Housewives, musicians, comedians, actors, reality stars, designers, Bravolebrities and more!

Behind the Velvet Rope has been mentioned in publications and media like Vanity Fair, The Today Show, Variety, The Wall Street Journal People, TMZ, Page Six, OK! Magazine, Us Weekly, Entertainment Tonight, ExtraTV, Billboard Magazine, Telemundo, Marie Claire, the Wendy Williams Show, Life & Style, Access Hollywood, Perez Hilton, The Daily Mail, Radar Online, Bravo Daily Dish, E!, The Sun, Just Jared, InStyle, Watch What Happens Live, Architectural Digest, Fox News, Hollywood Life, Too Fab, Rolling Stone, USA Today, MSN, The Drew Barrymore Show, Yahoo Online, The Mirror, Women’s Health and more!

Ranked #1 Real Housewives / Reality TV Podcast by BuzzFeed!

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Jeana Keough (The other OG of the OC) Nov 11, 2020

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The other OG of the OC, Jeana Keough, steps Behind The Rope. Stepping out from behind the gates of Coto de Caza, Gina is here to talk about what "The Housewives" was like back in the day, Season One, Episode One Of The Real Housewives of Orange County. Gina was there when it all started with Vicki, Jo, Lauri, and Kimberly. Gina talks about what the casting and filming process was like during the hey day of Bravo and just how much it has changed in present day. We discuss some of her other co-stars during her five year tenure as a RHOC cast member: Tamra Judge, Lynne Curtin, Gretchen Rossi and Tammy Knickerbocker. We also discuss the current cast who Gina also knows well: Kelly Dodd, Braunwyn Windham-Burke, Gina Kirschenheiter and Emily Simpson. We discuss that “other” housewife, or should we say “househusband”, Slade Smiley and check in on Gina’s family Kara, Shane and Colton following the passing of Dad Matt earlier this year. Finally, we discuss BravoCon, that infamous OG Panel, and her new friend to come out of it all, Adrienne Maloof. Nostalgia at its best!

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Cat Ommanney (The Real Housewives of DC) Nov 10, 2020

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The Real Housewives of DC’s Cat Ommanney steps Behind The Rope. Checking in from her current home in Majorca, Spain, Cat is here to tell it all. With The Real Housewives of DC having been re-aired during a Marathon on Bravo earlier this year, Cat gets reminiscent about what it was like to film the one season wonder and how she felt after the show aired. She explains how life changed after the show came out and what is it like to still be recognized today all these years later. Cat shares her feelings on her cast-mates Mary Amons, Linda Erkiletian, Stacie Scott Turner and last, but certainly not least, Michaele Salahi (now Schon) and fills us in on the status of those relationships today. On a more serious note, Cat discusses the issues of racism and politics that were ever present during the RHODC season. Of course, we address how the show was impacted by the worldwide, viral country security breach of the Salahi's “crashing” The White House Dinner. We discuss the implications of having production temporarily shut down, the involvement of the FBI, the federal investigation not only into the Salahis but Bravo as well, and why the show was not “green lit” for a much needed second season. Oh hey there Michaele and Tareq. Finally, we discuss the epic RHODC reunion, how Andy Cohen handled himself under the eyes of federal scrutiny and how it was one of “the longest days” of Cat’s life. In typical Cat fashion, nothing is held back and we wouldn’t expect anything less.

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Real World Boston's / The Challenge's Syrus Yarbrough (on MTV & all things Reality TV ) Nov 09, 2020

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The Real World Boston’s Syrus Yarbrough steps Behind The Rope. Checking in from his home in Cali, where he is currently running his booming Clothing Company, “Black Designer Clothing”, Syrus is here to discuss it all. We start at the beginning. Syrus tells us how he got cast on The Real World Boston as a result of a job interview gone horribly wrong. Being no stranger to the cameras, he was a semi-regular on Baywatch, yes we discuss Pamela Anderson and David Hasselhoff, Syrus said yes to the opportunity and soon found himself living in a converted firehouse in Boston with 7 strangers to find out what happens when they stopped being polite and started getting real. Real is exactly what Syrus got with roommates Genesis, Kameelah, Montana, Elka, Jason and Sean, which we discuss, as well as the status of those “friendships” today. Syrus discusses what filming was like with MTV back in the day when there were basically no other reality shows to compare it with and just how “real” The Real World MTV was. Syrus also opens up about his bad boy “playa” image that was projected on TV and discusses just how true to reality that image was and / or is. When the show ended, Syrus ended up playing a huge part in the success of MTV’s “The Challenge” which he discusses, as well as what life was like, in general, after the show ended. We dive deep in to what it is like being in The Real World/The Challenge “family”, the good, the bad, the other. Being a fan of reality TV himself, Syrus enlightens us on what some of his favorite current shows are as well as his surprise ties to Bravo with several fellow Real World alumni. Last, but certainly not least, Syrus tells us about a run in at the MTV Video awards with not only JLO, but backstage with Queen Madonna. Cyrus spares no detail. We just cannot! Tune in for this nostalgic trip down memory lane as we pay homage to the granddaddy of all reality shows, The Real World!

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Kristinia DeBarge (on opening for Britney Spears, American Idol/Juniors and that Famous Last Name) Nov 06, 2020

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Kristinia DeBarge steps Behind The Rope. Checking in from her home in Vegas, Kristinia is here to tell it all. Growing up with a famous father, James DeBarge of the group DeBarge, is her Dad, Kristinia is no stranger to the limelight. We discuss what it was like to grow up with a Dad in the business whose mega hit “Rhythm of The Night” is still played everywhere today. Her Dad was also married to Janet Jackson in the 80’s, yes Janet Jackson. Please discuss. She does. Being around music from a young age, it is no surprise Kristinia decided to pursue music as a career. Part of that pursuit included being a contestant on American Juniors in 2003, the spin off American Idol for kids. We discuss her interaction with host Ryan Seacrest plus judges Debbie Gibson, Justin Guarini and Gladys Knight and fellow soon to be famous contestants Keke Palmer and Lucy Hale. We also discuss the ‘backstage” politics between “stage moms” and just how real is a show like American Idol, or in this case, American Juniors. After American Juniors, Kristinia knew that music was for her and she began a several year long working relationship with Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds. That relationship led to her first record deal. As a result of that record deal, she opened for Britney Spears on the 2009 Circus Tour. O-M-F-G. Kristinia discusses not only what it was like to open for one of Pop’s most successful acts of all times, but what Britney was like at the time considering it was directly after for infamous “meltdown” period, what the atmosphere as like backstage, the interactions between Britney and her Dad and where she stands today on the “Free Britney” Movement. Kristinia is currently working on new music while running her Cosmetics Company, Krissy D. Cosmetics and is happy to share her products as well as her insight with how to run a successful cosmetics brand with us!

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JENNI PULOS (Flipping Out) Nov 05, 2020

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Jenni Pulos steps Behind The Rope. Jenni fills us in on what she has been up to in life since we last saw her on our TV screens on the hit Bravo show Flipping Out. These days it is a whole lot of home schooling and family time from her home in SoCal and, in true Jenni fashion, she makes it all fun. We would expect nothing less from this Bravo fan fav. Originally from Portland Oregon, Jenni came to California for school and never left. Having pursued an acting career early on, Jenni once appeared in a movie with Chris O'Donnell and Renee Zellweger. She was also on an episode of Charmed with Alyssa Milano and Shannen Doherty (OMG!!). Jenni describes what it was like to be an actress and suddenly find herself a key component in a hit reality TV show. She describes the concept of how Flipping Out came about, how the show morphed into something different than what was originally intended, what filming was like and what she thought about the finished product once aired. Jenni offers advice to anyone starting out in Reality TV, discusses the high and lows of her tenure on Flipping Out and what it was like to have your wedding filmed on national TV. Of course, we discuss Jenni's illustrious rap career and her classic children’s songs such as Poo in the Potty, Take Your Vitamins and No Fighting, No Biting. Speaking of Rap and Hip Hop, Jenni and David bond over their favorites 50 Cent, Lil’ Kim and Foxy Brown as well as some of Jenni’s Real Housewife Friends Shannon Beador, Lisa Vanderpump, Vicki Gunvalson and Tamra Judge. Finally, we discuss one of the most important contributions to society over the past decade, the WWHL Theme Song which Jenni co-wrote. We need ALL the details please! A fun filled episode with this fan fav. Not to be missed.

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Jonathan Antin - Blow Out (on the Show, Early Days of Bravo, Andy Cohen, & Hair) - Part I Nov 04, 2020

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Jonathan Anitn steps Behind The Rope. Yes that Jonathan Antin from the classic hit Bravo show, Blow Out. A blast from the past, here to tell it all. Jonathan fills us in on what he has been up to since we last saw him on our TV screens. Jonathan's career is thriving in his current Jonathan Antin Salon, Beverly Hills. Originally destined to be an actor like his older brother, Jonathan went to pick his grandmother up at beauty school one day, met the Teachers, Headmaster and Owner and the rest is history. Jonathan teaches us the tricks of the trade, how to properly hold a scissors and how he got to be the superstar Hair Guru that he is today. Fast forward and one day Bravo came knocking and voila "Blow Out" was born. Jonathan explains how he was cast, the "reality” of the show Blow Out, his “employee” Brandon, his on screen “bad boy” image, and what filming was really like. He explains the integration of his worldwide blockbuster QVC products and how life changed once the show aired. Jonathan discusses Andy Cohen who, being an Executive Producer on Blow Out, was heavily involved in the show. Jonathan explains how, once Blow Out had ended, he almost had his own show “Salon Nightmares" - think Gordon Ramsay for Salons (hey we would watch that) and dicusess the circumstances which led to the demise of that show. Finally, we discuss the early days of Bravo and what he neophyte network was like back then during Jonathan’s tenure on Blow Out. We are just getting started. Tune in to this Part I sit down with Jonathan Antin.

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Rhylee Gerber (Below Deck) Nov 03, 2020

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Rhylee Gerber, from Below Deck, steps Behind The Rope. With the new Season of Below Deck underway, checking in from her van during her cross country tour, Rhylee is here to tell it all. Born and raised in Alaska Rhylee grew up working on fishing boats, not luxury yachts her whole life. That changed when one day Bravo came knocking and she ended up on Seasons 6 and 7 of Below Deck. Although she had no experience working on yachts, Rhylee taught herself what she needed to know during filming the hit reality show. Rhylee discusses casting, filming, editing and what is was like watching herself back on TV every week. Rhylee discusses her past and current relationship with Bravo Legend Kate Chastain and what it was like to work with her. In truly Rhylee fashion of never holding back, we discuss past cast mates Ashton Pienaar, Simone Mashile, Tanner Sterback, Brian de Saint Perf, Courtney Skippon, Chef Kevin Dobson and last, but certainly not least, Tyler Rowland. On a more serious note, we discuss the challenges women still face in the yachting industry and what needs to be done to change that. We also discusses the reputation Below Deck and Below Deck Med have in the yachting industry and what is it like to apply for a job in the real world having be on the Bravo TV show. Being a non apologetic hunter and fisher, Rhylee discusses the on line bullying she receives as a result of it and how she deals with it. Finally, we answer one of life’s most pressing questions. Captain Lee or Captain Sandy? Tune in now for this no holds bar sit down with Rhylee Gerber

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Very Cavallari's Kelly Henderson (Sets The Record Straight on Kristen Cavallari / Jay Cutler Friendship) Nov 02, 2020

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Kelly Henderson, from Very Cavallari, steps Behind The Rope. First things first, we chat with Kelly about her busy Celeb Styling / Men’s Grooming business with clients such as Dierks Bentley, Jason Aldean & Bobby Bones and her booming Podcast “Velvet’s Edge”. Ok, now onto what everyone wants to talk about. Kelly is here to set the record straight on the fall out of her relationship with Kristin Cavallari. The fallout that was seen throughout the last season of Very Cavallari. Kelly takes us back to when she first met Jay Cutler and Kristin Cavallari. She elaborates on the roots of that friendship, a friendship that existed for many years prior to being on a TV show together with the now broken up “power couple”. Speaking of that hit TV show, Kelly explains how she became a part of Very Cavallari, what filming was like and what she thought of her edit, once the show aired. Kelly breaks down the timeline for us of when she first heard the “rumors” that she was involved with Jay Cutler, the public’s reaction to that “rumor”, Jay and Kristen’s reaction to that rumor, and their “friend group” reaction to that rumor. She explains how Producers then got involved with that “rumor” and what was expected of her during the last season of Very Cavallari and why she ultimately decided to walk away from the show. Kelly ponders whether Kristin was really upset at her for these rumors or was just trying to make a dramatic TV show. We deep dive into the online, and in person, hate and bullying she received after being labeled a “home wrecker”. She explains how the announcement of Kristin and Jay’s divorce a few short months ago made matters even worse and how she is coping with all of this today. Finally, Kelly tells us what she would say if she ran into Jay or Kristin today and answers the question, do you miss your friend? Tune in to this open and honest chat as Kelly Henderson sets the record straight on just what went down during the demise of her friendship with Kristin Cavallari.

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Dr. Cat (Dr. 90210) Oct 30, 2020

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Dr. Cat, from E’s Dr. 90210, steps Behind The Rope. Before we get to Dr. 90210, Dr. Cat discusses the long road one must take to become a top plastic surgeon in the famous zip code. Dr. Cat enlightens us with the right and wrong reasons to get plastic surgery, when she says “no” to potential patients, how vaginal reconstruction became a large part of her practice, and what she loves most about her job. Ok, onto Dr. 90210. We discuss how Dr. Cat became involved with the show, what filming and casting were like, her colleagues Dr. Killeen, Dr. Lee, Dr. Quardt, and what watching herself back on TV with her husband and daughter is like each week as the show now airs. We also pay homage to that other E Plastic Surgery Show, Botched, and the Doctors Terry Dubrow and Paul Nassif. Dr. Cat explains the role social media plays in the world of plastic surgery today with her 1.2 Million Instagram Followers. Finally, on a larger note, we discuss the fact that the plastic surgery industry is still comprised of only 15% female doctors, many of the stereotypes and “a woman can't” that Dr. Cat has heard throughout her career and why an all female version of Dr. 90210 was a necessity to make. Tune in now.

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SOPHIA HUTCHINS (on Caitlyn Jenner, The Kardashians, RHOBH & her Lumasol Empire!) Oct 29, 2020

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Sophia Hutchins steps Behind The Rope. Checking in from the home she shares with Caitlyn Jenner in Malibu, California, Sophia is here to talk about it all. First things first, she is the CEO of Lumasol, a revolutionary light weight sun care product, who spends her days, well, running a major company. When she is not running Lumasol, Sophia spends her days managing Caitlyn, a job she sought advice for from the one and only, Kris Jenner. Sophia chats with us about how and where she first met Caitlyn Jenner. Sophia clarifies, yes we asked, the “status” of her relationship with Caitlyn as well as the rest of the Kardashian Brood. Of course, that Brood also includes Kayne West. Speaking of The Kardashians, Sophia discusses the industry advice she sought from both Kylie Jenner and Kim Kardashian before starting Lumasol. Sophia also discusses some of the biggest misconceptions about herself and her relationship with Caitlyn as well as why the world is so enthralled with their “friendship”. We chat about the end of the “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” era and the truth behind how Caitlyn and Sophia found out versus what the media has reported. Finally, we discuss those Real Housewives of Beverly Hills rumors, Sophia’s friends in the current cast, her epic recent dinner with Eileen Davidson, and answer the question, would and why would she join the RHOBH franchise if, one day, she were to be asked. As episode not to be missed.

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