<p>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!!</p><p>@monavand</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p>Merch Available at - <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br><p>This episode is brought to you by <a href="https://open.acast.com/betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;</p><br><p>@themaryfitzgerald</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available at<strong> - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Merch Available at <strong>-</strong><a href=" https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong> https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>"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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;Social media shenanigans which seem to be changing, in real time, by the hour.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;This is a look Behind The Rope of RHOP like never seen before.&nbsp;</p><br><p>@theblacksocialites</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon -<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p>Merch Available at - <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><blockquote><br></blockquote><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>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.&nbsp;A fine gentleman who, according to Lu, “won American Idol."&nbsp;Turns out, our fav Apple Holders were talking about Constantine Maroulis, who came in 6th place during Season 4 of the hit singing competition.&nbsp;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”.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;We discuss how, when, what, and where he originally met Tinsley, LuAnn and Ramona. We also discuss what “dating” each was like.&nbsp;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 &amp; Dabney Mercer.&nbsp;He also discusses what it is like to be a part of the classic “Countess &amp; Friends” Cabaret.&nbsp;We play fun games such as Marry, F, Kill and then some.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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?&nbsp;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.</p><br><p>@constantinemaroulis</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p>Merch Available at - <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>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.&nbsp;A fine gentleman who, according to Lu, “won American Idol."&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.</p><br><p>@constantinemaroulis</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p>Merch Available at - <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>Paulina Ben-Cohen, from Shahs of Sunset, Steps Behind The Rope. Paulina, Mike Shouhed's girlfriend.&nbsp;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&nbsp;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 &amp; 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.&nbsp;</p><br><p>@paulinabencohen</p><br><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><br><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available at<strong> - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Merch Available at <strong>- </strong><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>Below Deck Med’s Malia White Steps Behind The Rope. Quarantining from a docked boat in France, Malia is here to discuss it all.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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!!&nbsp;Tune into this jam packed episode now on Behind The Velvet Rope.</p><br><p>@maliakpwhite</p><br><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><br><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available at<strong> - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Merch Available at <strong>- </strong><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>Mexican Dynasties’&nbsp;Elan and Jenny Allende Step Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Connecting from Puerto Rico where the sun is shining the birds are singing, Elan and Jenny are here to discuss all.&nbsp;Jenny and Elan grew up with music in their blood.&nbsp;They both knew from an early age this was their true calling.&nbsp;That said, Jenny had a temporary detour into the word of modeling.&nbsp;That detour took her to the Miss World pageant where she represented Puerto Rico.&nbsp;She was competing. Elan’s Dad was hosting. That’s how they met.&nbsp;A year later they started dating and the rest is history.&nbsp;Now a married couple, flash forward to Bravos’&nbsp;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.&nbsp;Soon&nbsp;thereafter, Elan and&nbsp;Jenny became part of the "Allende Family” that we have grown to love on&nbsp;the hit Bravo show, Mexican Dynasties.&nbsp;From casting to filming to all the real life drama&nbsp;going on behind the scenes, Elan and&nbsp;Jenny do not hold back.&nbsp;Also the cast of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills were at the Mexican Dynasties premiere party. Say whaaat?&nbsp;Which RHOBH was nice?&nbsp;Which were not nice?&nbsp;Who refused to take pics&nbsp;with the Mexican Dynasties cast and who had a little too much to drink? Check out this all new&nbsp;episode of Behind The Velvet Rope.&nbsp;</p><br><p>@elanallende</p><p>@jenny_allende</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p>Merch Available at - <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>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.&nbsp;Originally from Israel,&nbsp;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.&nbsp;Maya explains how she was cast on Selling Sunset, what filming was like, and her feelings about how she was portrayed on the show.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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).&nbsp;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.&nbsp;</p><br><p>@themayavander</p><br><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><br><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available at<strong> - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Merch Available at <strong>- </strong><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p><br></p><p>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.&nbsp;Noelle opens up about her&nbsp;feelings, after watching herself back, on how she&nbsp;was portrayed during Ladies of London's freshman&nbsp;year.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;We also discuss her other Ladies of London Sophie Stanbury, Adela King and Caroline Fleming.&nbsp;If you love this Bravo classic as much as we do here Behind The Rope, this is an episode not to be missed.&nbsp;</p><br><p>@noellereno</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available On Patreon - <a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p>Merch Available at <strong>- </strong><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>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.&nbsp;What WAS working for&nbsp;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.&nbsp;These two Davids met, where else, at a Countess &amp; 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&nbsp;&nbsp;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&nbsp;discuss people.&nbsp;</p><br><p>@indigoboydavid</p><br><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><br><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available at<strong> - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p>This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP <a href="https://open.acast.com/betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Merch Available at <strong>- </strong><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>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!!</p><br><p>@melissariversofficial</p><p>@melissariversgrouptext</p><p>@behindvelvetrope&nbsp;</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episode Alert!!! <strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></p><br><p>This episode is brought to you by<a href=" betterhelp.com/velvetrope (" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong> betterhelp.com/velvetrope (</strong></a>Better Help)</p><br><p>Merch Available at <strong>- </strong><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.</p><br><p>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.</p><br><p>@aliashouri</p><br><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><br><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available at<strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p>This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP&nbsp;<a href="https://open.acast.com/betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Merch Available at&nbsp;<strong>-&nbsp;-</strong><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>Pol’ Atteu and Patrik Simpson step Behind The Rope. Just two simple Beverly Hills boys, P2 stop by to discuss it all.&nbsp;Having originally met in New York City, it was love at first&nbsp;sight,&nbsp;long distance ensued, they made it&nbsp;work, and here we are.&nbsp;Of&nbsp;course, their family&nbsp;isn’t complete without Snow White 90201, their Mimi Maltese.&nbsp;She joins us for the chat.&nbsp;Their Pol Atteu Boutique in Beverly Hills is&nbsp;frequented by Sharon Shone, Bella Thorne, Ariel Winter, and Laverne&nbsp;Cox and last, but certainly not least, Betty White.&nbsp;It was an incident with Betty White that gave Patrik and Pol the idea to turn this into a TV show. Voila, Gown and&nbsp;Out in Beverly Hills. Season One on Amazon, Season Two Coming Soon. Like any smart designer,&nbsp;&nbsp;the boys have pivoted and from dresses to masks. Not just any masks, but&nbsp;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&nbsp;Shay and James Kennedy to Pop Culture Icons like LaToya Jackson and Perez Hilton.&nbsp;They also share their wish list for who they would love to dress.&nbsp;Fingers crossed.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;Pour yourself a drink and enjoy this real and honest sit down with Pol and Patrik.</p><br><p>** Pol and Patrik’s Pol’ Atteu Boutique in Beverly Hills has been&nbsp;destroyed by&nbsp;the&nbsp;riots that took&nbsp;place earlier this year in Beverly Hills. For anyone who wants to support,&nbsp;there is a GoFundMe Page on their Instagram’s listed above.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p>&nbsp;@polatteu</p><p>&nbsp;@patriksimpson</p><p>&nbsp;@behindvelvetrope</p><p>&nbsp;@davidyontef</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available at<strong> - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p>This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP <a href="https://open.acast.com/betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Merch Available at <strong>- </strong><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>James Harris, from Million&nbsp;Dollar Listing Los Angeles, steps Behind The&nbsp;Rope.&nbsp;Born and raised in London, James grew up with his MDLLA counterpart David Parnes (Prior BTVR guest, yeah!).&nbsp;James originally came to Los Angeles for a vacation to visit his Dad.&nbsp;Within two weeks of being in LA he was approached to start a job.&nbsp;He took the job.&nbsp;Flash forward fifteen years later and here we are.&nbsp;A real estate lover’s dream.&nbsp;James &amp; David ended up at Mauricio Umansky’s&nbsp;“ The Agency”.&nbsp;One day James got a call from a casting agency.&nbsp;The show was Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing LA.&nbsp;Weeks later, our favorite Brits were filming for the show.&nbsp;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&nbsp;the hit Bravo show.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;We also had to discuss his New York City Counterparts - Freddy, Ryan, Steve, Luis and Tyler.&nbsp;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&nbsp;James Harris and Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles.&nbsp;</p><br><p>****<strong>@jamesbondst</strong></p><p>****<strong>@behindvelvetrope</strong></p><p>****<strong>@davidyontef</strong></p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available at<strong> - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p>This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP&nbsp;<a href="https://open.acast.com/betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Merch Available at <strong>- </strong><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>We interrupt this regularly scheduled program to announce we are now FIVE days a week!!!!</p><br><p>Plus, a few other important announcements!</p><br><p>XOXO</p><br><p>Bonus Episodes Available at<strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p>This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP&nbsp;<a href="https://open.acast.com/betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Merch Available at&nbsp;<strong>-&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p><span class="ql-cursor"></span>On the verge of the&nbsp;premiere of&nbsp;the new Season of The&nbsp;Real&nbsp;Housewives of Potomac, Maureen&nbsp;Hari from the Popular&nbsp;“Real Housewives Forever”&nbsp;Instagram account, steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Maureen is thrilled to discuss all of our favorite ladies from the DMV.&nbsp;&nbsp;First, she reminds us where Season Four left off. Thank You, because it has been a hot minute.&nbsp;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!&nbsp;She also reveals that Ashley got Candiace banned from BravoCon.&nbsp;Say Whaaaat?&nbsp;Then Maureen lets us know what the rest of the Potomac cast has been up to off camera. #juicy Of&nbsp;course&nbsp;no RHOP&nbsp;discussion would be&nbsp;complete&nbsp;without that&nbsp;“other” Potomac&nbsp;Housewife, Michael Darby.&nbsp;David contributes by sharing his real life experiences&nbsp;with the Potomac women, except for the one he never met. GASP! The&nbsp;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&nbsp;commin’.&nbsp;Tune in now&nbsp;for this special RHOP episode. Sunday is&nbsp;just days away!.&nbsp;</p><br><p>@realhousewivesforever</p><p>@behinhvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><strong></strong>This episode is brought to you by&nbsp;<a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/5e2de045153eb2964a758d46/episodes/EveryPlate.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>EveryPlate.com</strong></a>&nbsp;(Code velvet3)</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<blockquote>Welcome back Cedric Martinez.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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</blockquote><p><br></p><p>@cedricmartinez</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><blockquote><br></blockquote><blockquote>This episode is brought to you by<strong>&nbsp;</strong><a href="EveryPlate.com " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>EveryPlate.com&nbsp;</strong></a><strong>(</strong>code velvet3)</blockquote><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>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.&nbsp;She gives great advice about how to get started in the business as well.&nbsp;Okay lets get to MDLLA.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;Of course, we talk about her famous cast mates The Josh’s Altman and Flagg and David &amp; James. We also talk about her NYC counterparts Fredrik Eklund, Ryan Serhant, Luis D. Ortiz and Steve Gold. Ahh Steve.&nbsp;Tracy also opens up&nbsp;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!!&nbsp;</p><br><p>@tracytutor</p><br><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><br><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</a></p><br><p>This episode is brought to you by&nbsp; <a href="EveryPlate.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>EveryPlate.com</strong></a><strong>&nbsp; (code velvet3)</strong></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>Welcome back Behind The Rope's Rope. Latest Patreon episode available now.</p><br><p>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.&nbsp;</p><br><p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<blockquote>Mob Wives’&nbsp;Marissa Jade steps&nbsp;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&nbsp;discuss that for a moment. Or two. Blake Lively? Penn Badgley?&nbsp;Marissa&nbsp;tells us how she was cast on Mob Wives, what&nbsp;filming was like, the drama and “reality” of reality television and how life changed after the show. She also talks to us about&nbsp;“the lifestyle” and what it was like to grow up around it.&nbsp;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!---------------</blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><blockquote><strong>@msmarissajade</strong>-----------------</blockquote><blockquote><strong>@behindvelvetrope</strong>--------------</blockquote><blockquote><strong>@davidyontef</strong>--------------------</blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><blockquote class="ql-indent-1">This Episode is brought to you by Better H-E-L-P&nbsp;<a href="betterhelp.com/velvetrope " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong></strong>betterhelp.com/velvetrop</a><a href="betterhelp.com/velvetrope " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">e </a><strong> </strong></blockquote><blockquote class="ql-indent-1"><br></blockquote><blockquote class="ql-indent-1"> &nbsp;<a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<blockquote>Real Housewives of Miami’s Lauren Foster Steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Calling from her home in gorgeous Miami, Lauren tells it all.&nbsp;Originally from South Africa, Lauren moved to Miami around 18 years ago and it has been home ever since.&nbsp;Supermodel, Director, Trans Advocate, Actress, Author.&nbsp;What hasn’t Lauren accomplished?&nbsp;Let's focus on the moniker ya all wanna discuss, Official RHOM&nbsp;“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&nbsp;Quincoces, and last but&nbsp;certainly not least, Lea Black.&nbsp;Lauren explains how she may have been the first openly Trans&nbsp;Housewife should RHOM have been&nbsp;green lit for a Fourth Season and how, in today’s day and times, there&nbsp;isn’t a Trans or Lesbian Real Housewife.&nbsp;We also discuss Lauren’s&nbsp;favorite Bravo shows - The Real Housewives of&nbsp;Beverly Hills, The Real Housewives of New York City,&nbsp;Vanderpump Rules and Summer House (didn’t see that one coming) as well as her favorite Housewives - Sonja Morgan,&nbsp;Countess Luann, and&nbsp;Erika Jayne.&nbsp;Speaking of Erika&nbsp;Jayne, Lauren explains what it was like to witness Erika Jayne’s legendary White Party performance.&nbsp;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&nbsp;episode of Behind The Velvet Rope with legend Lauren Foster.&nbsp;</blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><blockquote>@electronicblond</blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><blockquote>@behindvelvetrope</blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><blockquote>@davidyontef</blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><blockquote><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><blockquote>This Episode is brought to you by Better HELP&nbsp;<a href="https://open.acast.com/betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a></blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<blockquote>David welcomes David Parnes from Million Dollar&nbsp;Listing Los Angeles.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;A life filled, of course, with real estate.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;Of course, with the new MDL season here and present, we discuss the properties, the gorgeous glorious expansive properties.&nbsp;Ahhhh.&nbsp;Ok enough of that, let's get to what really matters, David's thoughts on his fellow agents -&nbsp;The Josh’s Flagg and Altman, Tracy Tutor, and Madison, what filming the show is really like, stress&nbsp;and&nbsp;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.&nbsp;An episode not to be missed.*****</blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><blockquote class="ql-indent-1">@davidbondst****</blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><blockquote class="ql-indent-1">@behindvelvetrope****</blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><blockquote class="ql-indent-1">@davidyontef****</blockquote><blockquote class="ql-indent-1"><br></blockquote><blockquote class="ql-indent-1">This Episode is brought to you by Better H-E-L-P&nbsp;<a href="https://open.acast.com/betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/velvetrope</a> ****</blockquote><blockquote><br></blockquote><blockquote class="ql-indent-1"><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</a></blockquote><blockquote class="ql-indent-1"><br></blockquote><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>