<p>Sarah McSweeney steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Yes, Sister of The Real Housewives of New York City’s Leah McSweeney.&nbsp;That Sarah McSweeney.&nbsp;As seen this past season alongside her sister on Season 12 of RHONY. Checking in from her parent’s home in gorgeous Connecticut, Sarah takes time off from being a mom to chat with The Rope.&nbsp;Originally from Chelsea, NYC (yea Chelsea!!), Sarah fell into modeling at a very young age while working various food and restaurant jobs in the heart of downtown New York City.&nbsp;Sarah opens up about her initial reaction to sister Leah being cast on the hit Bravo show and what it was like to watch Leah each week, and her own guest appearances, this past season.&nbsp;We discuss how she truly feels about Leah's colleagues Dorinda, Luann, Sonja, and last, but certainly not least, Ramona.&nbsp;Of course we discuss that fateful Newport, Rhode Island weekend and how the girls treated her in person - the bad, the good and the bad.&nbsp;We dive deep into what watching the “night before” was like compared to how Leah described it to her IRL.&nbsp;On a larger scale, both being New Yorkers, Sarah and David discuss how NYC is much more than a 5 block radius on the Upper East Side and whether it is time to mix things up regarding the cast to represent a more accurate representation of what NYC is really all about. Sarah discusses her relationship with sister Leah and pays homage Tinsley Mortimer and Elyse Slaine, let us not forget they were part of this past season as well.&nbsp;Finally, we discuss Sarah’s other Bravo favorites Bethenny Frankel, Kate Chastain, Teresa Giudice, and Melissa Gorga as well as just how wonderful a place Spa 88 really is.&nbsp;Grab your apple and listen in!</p><br><p>@lilmcsweeney</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>The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Kathryn Edwards steps back Behind The Rope (Part I of our sit down with Kathryn aired September 9th, 2020).&nbsp;Kathryn gets right into it by talking about her first day of filming when, within minutes, Rinna brought up her past ties to OJ.&nbsp;Kathryn opens up about what we saw on RHOBH regarding her relationships with Kyle Richards and Faye Resnick versus the status of those relationships in the real world.&nbsp;She also explains how those past relationships probably affected her on-screen friendships and her time on RHOBH.&nbsp;Kathryn opens up about how she would have done things differently if she were to go back and what those things are.&nbsp;She gives us her opinion on who she thinks is authentic from RHOBH casts past and present and who “acts” for the cameras. We discuss what, if anything, is too private to show on a reality show and discuss the current season of RHOBH.&nbsp;Kathryn discusses whether she thinks Denise really hooked up with Brandi Glanville and what she has heard from being “on the scene” in Beverly Hills.&nbsp;Finally we discuss that fateful night when she was on WWHL and Andy Cohen asked her, point blank, did OJ do it?&nbsp;Kathryn explains the details of that night, how she felt as a result of that question and what her current relationship with Andy Cohen is like today. Tune in as our sit down with Kathryn Edwards continues and concludes.</p><br><p>@katedwards8</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>DailyMailTV’s Senior News Correspondent, Alicia Quarles, steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Of course, we address those Real Housewives of New York rumors. Oh c’mon, you know those rumors you have seen all over the internet about Alicia possibly joining the cast of RHONY next season. She is friends with them all from RHONY’s current cast LuAnn, Sonja, Ramona and casts’ past, Bethenny Frankel and Tinsley Mortimer and is kind enough to entertain our many questions.&nbsp;We also address Dorinda’s exit and David explains why he hopes those RHONY rumors are really true for Alicia. Alicia, who always knew from a young age journalism was her true calling, ended up in New York City at a young age to pursue her dreams.&nbsp;As a Senior News Correspondent, we dish on the new season of DailyMailTV and new host Thomas Roberts.&nbsp;We address one of the hottest topics of the month (Other than Alicia’s RHONY cast rumors, of course), the end of Keeping Up With The Kardashians and Alicia’s take on the matter seeing as she has interviewed the famous family before. Speaking of interviews, Alicia has interviewed them all and we get her hot takes on some of our favs: Queen Madonna, Beyonce, JLo, Martha Stewart, 50 Cent, Nicki Minaj, Nicole Kidman, Angelina Jolie, Lenny Kravitz and Penelope Cruz, to name a few. We discuss the differences between interviewing “Movie Stars” and “Reality Stars” and the challenges and benefits of working in the entertainment industry.&nbsp;Being a true fashion lover, we discuss that one time Alicia wore that same ROTATE “Pink Dress” that Rinna and Erika Jayne love so much (Who wore it best?) and what it is like to cover the Met Ball, among other Awards Show's Red Carpets. Tune in now for this fun time and see, do we finally answer those RHONY rumors?</p><br><p>@alicialquarles</p><p>@dailymailtv</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>Gizelle Bryant steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 alive and well.&nbsp;We discuss it all!!!!&nbsp;Gizelle fills us in on how the season is going for her, her daughters and Pastor Bryant.&nbsp;Gizelle wastes no time in also discussing how she thinks her co-stars are handling this season as well - Robyn Dixon and her potential upcoming nuptials to Juan, Ashley’s motherhood, Wendy, welcome to the DMV. Michael Darby and his role as an honorary housewife.&nbsp;We also discuss her on again, off again friendship with The Grand Dame, Miss Karen Huger, and the status of that friendship today.&nbsp;Speaking of Karen Huger, we analyze the softer side we get to see this season via her marriage with Ray and discuss just why does Karen not like newbie Wendy.&nbsp;No discussion of Karen would be complete without a deep dive into the origin of The Grand Dame moniker, and the answer is not what you would expect, but hey, a shout out from Rihanna ain’t too bad.&nbsp;Of course we chat about the Candiace Monique Drama at the epicenter of this season, how the cast reacted to the physical altercation and how it has led to larger life discussions such as the portrayal of African American women on television.&nbsp;We also talk about why after 5 seasons Potomac is finally getting the respect it deserves.&nbsp;In other Bravo news, Gizelle chats about Dorinda's RHONY exit and what it was like to meet fellow Bravolebries such as Lala, Reza, Gigi and Brandi Redmond at BravoCon.&nbsp;Finally, seeing as David was at that infamous party in The Hamptons where Ramona asked Gizelle to leave the picture, they needed to bond over that and ask the age old question, will Gizelle ever squash her beef with Ramona? Thanks for stopping by Gizelle. Come anytime!</p><br><p>@gizellebryant</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>The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Kathryn Edwards steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Originally from Wisconsin (didn't see that one coming), Kathryn left home at a young age to pursue modeling in Paris, before eventually settling in the famous zip code we have all come to love.&nbsp;Kathryn discusses how she was cast for Season Six of RHOBH and who she knew before the show.&nbsp;We discuss RHOBH Housewives past - Yolanda Hadid and Eden Sassoon and present such as Dorit Kemsley and Erika Jayne.&nbsp;We discuss the influx of actresses to the franchise - Garcelle Beauvais, Lisa Rinna and Denise Richards - and ultimately whether that is a good fit or not. Of course, we also discuss whether Denise really hooked up with Brandi Glanville and what Kathryn knows from being “on the scene” in Beverly Hills.&nbsp;This leads to a larger conversation of what should be included in a reality show, and what, if anything, should be off limits, the influence of producers behind the scenes and the magic of editing.&nbsp;Kathryn recounts her own time on RHOBH, the involvement of production, the edit she received, being thrown into day one middle of the season, and her colleagues she had to work with.&nbsp;She explains her past with Faye Resnick (Kyle Richards’ BFF), OJ Simpson, Robert Kardashian, that famous White Bronco&nbsp;and how that possibly affected the decision to cast her.&nbsp;Finally we discuss the involvement of Lisa’s Vanderpump and Rinna in helping “guide” storylines and just how did Season Six become all about Munchausen’s Syndrome. All this and we are only getting started. Tune in to this Part I sit down with the one and only Kathryn Edwards.&nbsp;</p><br><p>@katedwards8</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">https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</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">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>Silvio Berlusconi&nbsp;​was a charismatic multi-millionaire real-estate mogul who upended the Italian political order and hypnotized an entire nation. He was the longest-serving prime minister of one of the world’s wealthiest countries, until he was brought down by three powerful women - and two words: “Bunga Bunga.” From Wondery, the makers of Dirty John and The Shrink Next Door, and hosted by comedian Whitney Cummings, “Bunga Bunga” is an eight part series on the incredible true story of the rise and fall of Silvio Berlusconi, told with Whitney’s signature wit and style.</p><br><p>Silvio's accolades are definitely Bravo-worthy. This guy is a trip!</p><br><p>Listen today at&nbsp;​<a href="wondery.fm/BTVR_BB" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>wondery.fm/BTVR_BB</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>News Alert. Our latest Patreon episode has dropped. It is a #RHONY extravaganza. We discuss all the circumstances surrounding Dorinda's exit, what we can expect at the upcoming shocking reunion, and behind the scenes tidbits from filming this past season with #RHONY.</p><br><p>So head on over to <strong>&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a><strong> t</strong>o check it out!</p><br><p>XOXO</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>Vanderpump Rules Makeup artist Jared Lipscomb joins us Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Ok&nbsp;he’s much more than that, but&nbsp;isn’t Vanderpump Rules where all stories should begin? Actually, Jared started doing his own makeup through dressing in&nbsp;drag.&nbsp;Someone said hey you should try this on others - he did - and soon realized a career in makeup was his true calling. His first professional job with someone in the public eye was an Orange Is The New Black cast member. Not a bad way to start. He then met someone who worked at NBC Universal who asked him to help be a touch up artist for one of the&nbsp;Vanderpump&nbsp;Rules after shows. He said yes. Went.&nbsp;Met the entire VR cast. He bonded with Brittany and Kristen this day - they gave him their numbers and the rest is history.&nbsp;Well&nbsp;Vanderpump&nbsp;Rules history which, lets face it - is the only history that matters.&nbsp;Ariana, Stassi, Katie, Kristen, Brittany - he works on them all. Jared takes us on the trajectory from meeting our favorite Vanderwomen - to being there for major life milestones - home owners hello - to this past Season 8 of Vanderpump Rules. Which of the women takes the biggest risks with their makeup and allows Jared to do as he pleases, the answer may shock you. Oh&nbsp;and Jared has also worked on Kelly Dodd's Mom for filming RHOC. Random fact but we are living for it. He has also worked on Madonna’s Gd Control Video. O-M-F-G. What a fun sit down with the one and only Jared Lips. On a serious note, Jared was diagnosed with Leukemia this past year. It is truly heart warming how the cast of Vanderpump Rules stood by him. You know what they say, you find out who you true friends are in tough times. We are happy to report Jared is on the road to recovery and we at The Rope wish him nothing but good health and happiness, always!</p><br><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;@jaredlipscomb</p><br><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;@behindvelvetrope</p><br><p>&nbsp;&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>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>Perez Hilton Steps Behind The Rope. Legend, The Original, Show Respect where Respect is Due, Perez Hilton. Born Mario Armando Lavandeira in Miami, the son of two Cuban Immigrants, we start at the beginning. Perez explains what childhood was like as an overweight closeted gay man obsessed with pop culture. He moved to NYC after high school to attend NYU and pursue a career in acting. Sixteen years ago, shortly after NYU, he started a "little Blog” called Perez Hilton. The blog quickly took off after he was the first to “out” Brad and Angelina and coin the term “Brangelina”.&nbsp;The Original Influencer, before influencers were influencers, prior to TMZ and most forms of social media that exist in the world today, Perez discusses what life what like after that initial explosion, what it is like to be hated by many, sued by a bunch, and left still standing all these years later.&nbsp;Perez discusses his love of celebrity and pop culture and how he coined his moniker thanks to Miss Paris Hilton.&nbsp;Speaking of Paris, we discuss her early career, Kim Kardashian, their friendship and ever changing relationship, the influence of Kayne, and where he thinks each stand in the pop culture hall of fame.&nbsp;Perez opens up about the rise, height, and fall of his friendship with Lady Gaga.&nbsp;We discuss other legends like the Queen of the World Madonna, Celine Dion, and Jennifer Lopez . We discuss what he has learned throughout the years and how he handles being confronted by celebrities he has been mean to in the past such as Jennifer Anniston and their infamous parking garage run in.&nbsp;Finally, we touch upon Perez’s new forthcoming book, TMI: My Life In Scandal and what is next for the man behind the famous name.</p><br><p>@perezhilton</p><p>@theperezhilton</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>Real Housewife of Miami Cristy Rice steps Behind The Rope for Part I of a chat about all things The Real Housewives of Miami.&nbsp;Cristy checks in from, where else, gorgeous and sunny Miami, where she is originally from.&nbsp;Of Cuban decent, Cristy and David bond over their love for Cuba having both traveled there.&nbsp;They also discuss Cristy's ex-husband, NBA Superstar Glen Rice - what it was like to meet and date him as an interracial couple back in the day.&nbsp;Of course, we wanna hear their love story.&nbsp;Cristy reveals how she was in the mix for Basketball Wives prior to signing on the dotted line for The Real Housewives of Miami.&nbsp;With the influence of Bravo, Cristy ended up a cast member on the first season of RHOM - ahh the power of Bravo.&nbsp;Cristy explains her prior friendship with fellow “Basketball Wife” Larsa Pippen.&nbsp;Cristy also reveals and explains how the franchise originally started as a non housewives franchise. Say whaaaat?&nbsp;We discuss the RHOM filming process, producer involvement, and her other cast mates, Alexia Echevarria, Marysol Patton, Adriana De Moura and last, but not least, Lea Black. Cristy also fills us in on who “acted” and was the most enthralled by the cameras and why she ultimately decided to say yes to a “Housewives” Show. Tune in Now.&nbsp;</p><br><p>@cristyrice12</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>Double Shot at Love’s B-LASHES steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;B-Lashes is here to tell it all.&nbsp;Checking in from Long Island, NY, she fills us in on life in quarantine, her new B-Lashes Boutique, and what watching Double Shot at Love each week, at home, on the couch with her patents, is like.&nbsp;B-Lashes takes us back to the beginning of her Reality TV career.&nbsp;She explains how she was cast and what the MTV “interview" process was like in order to get hired to secure a coveted role fighting for the affections of Pauly D and Vinny G on the hit Double Shot MTV Show.&nbsp;A self admitted huge fan of Jersey Shore before being cast, she even went as Snooki one Halloween, B-Lashes explains her initial reactions when she first saw Pauly and Vinny in the house during season one realizing the show she had signed up for, the challenges of dating on national tv, the other girls - the good (Derynn and Marissa), the bad, the Nikki, and why it was always Pauly for her.&nbsp;Of course, we had to ask what it was like to meet Jersey Shore legend Angelina Pivarnick during season one and what being eliminated way too early Season One felt like. B-Lashes shares what Vegas was like Season Two, the new boys in the house, and what we can look forward to the rest of the season.&nbsp;We discuss the inevitable comparisons between Double Shot and The Bachelor and why finding love on TV is a concept we just never seem to tire of.</p><br><p>@blashes</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>Backyard Envy’s James DeSantis Steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Back in NYC for a hot minute from Los Angeles, where he moved to expand the ever growing Manscapers Business, James stops by to talk about the current season of the hit Bravo show Backyard Envy.&nbsp;The current season of Backward Envy and everything else. James describes how he and business partners and co-stars Mel and Garrett first met, decided to go into business together and ultimately got their own Bravo show.&nbsp;James talks about how he has crossed paths with some of our favorite Million Dollar Listing Agents - The Josh’s Altman and Flagg, Tracy Tutor and Steve Gold, being in the residential design space and all. Ahh, Steve Gold. Speaking of Bravolebrities, James talks to The Rope about some of his Housewife Friends and Encounters including, but certainly not limited to, Tinsley Mortimer, Dorinda Medley, Countess Luann (he also saw the Cabaret, who hasn’t?), Barbara Kavovit, as well as how Bethenny Frankel “won” Housewives.&nbsp;There were also those backyard landscaping meetings James took with both Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix as well as Kristen Doute. Do tell. He does. James also tells us about past celeb clients such as Bobby Berk, Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O'Connell as well as run ins with the likes of Lady Gaga and Patricia Arquette.&nbsp;Random.&nbsp;Finally, James spills some tea on what we can expect for the remainder of Backyard Envy’s Season Two and what he hopes for in season three.&nbsp;Tune in now.</p><br><p>@james_desantis</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>Behind The Velvet Rope welcomes the one, the only Captain Sandy.&nbsp;How did Captain Sandy become a captain? We start at the beginning by answering that question and cover everything in between. Sandy talks about being a boat captain and all the responsibilities that come along with that. Sandy shares her pet peeves and past charter guests, the good, the bad, the other.&nbsp;We cover it all. Flash forward and here we are, in the current new season of Below Deck Med.&nbsp;We talk about Sandy's thoughts on her current crew, led by Hannah Ferrier and Malia White.&nbsp;We also discuss being a women in the yachting industry, how far have things come or not come as well as the yachting industry’s perception of the Below Deck Franchise.&nbsp;Of course we also needed to ask about upcoming plot twists on this stellar season of the hit show. Tune in now as Captain Sandy shares all!!</p><br><p>@captainsandrayawn</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">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>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>