<p>Michelle Collins steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Comedian, TV Host, Pop Culture Aficionado, BravoHolic, Michelle Collins.&nbsp;Michelle started her career working on the classic VH1 pop culture show, “Best Week Ever” as well as early appearances on various talk shows such as Chelsea Lately, The Tyra Banks Show and The View.&nbsp;It was those appearances on The View that led to a permanent co-host position.&nbsp;Michelle chats about her various View Co-Hosts Whoppi Goldberg, Candace Cameron Bure, and so on.&nbsp;We also address those constant alleged “toxic environment” rumors on set, the rumored “hazing” behind the scenes and her exit from The View.&nbsp;Ok let us recover from THAT!&nbsp;Life went on for Michelle after The View, and, um, in a big way. We chat about her coveted host position on “After Paradise”, the live after show for Bachelor in Paradise, and all things Bachelor Nation.&nbsp;Michelle discusses her current Sirius XM show, “The Michelle Collins Show”, podcast, “Midnight Snack”, and the best, worst and everything in between of the many celebrity guests she has had the honor of chatting with.&nbsp;Of course, all roads lead to Bravo and Michelle is a huge BravoHolic.&nbsp;We chat about her long standing friendship with Andy Cohen, her many Watch What Happens Live appearances, best / worst Housewives, Luann de Lesseps and her fountain of youth, Luann de Lesseps and her “Countess Cabaret” which Michelle was lucky to be a part of in many cities across the US, fav franchise and some of our fav Bravo shows of yesteryear - NYC Prep, Gallery Girls, Princesses: Long Island and Ladies of London.&nbsp;Finally, Michelle chats about her comedic inspirations - Joan Rivers we are looking at you, what talk show hosts she puts her stamp of approval on, and the current world of cancel culture which we all live in.&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><p>@michcoll</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>BONUS EPISODES Available at - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by NUTRAFOL - </strong><a href="https://www.nutrafol.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.nutrafol.com</strong></a><strong> ($15 Off 1st Month’s Subscription + Free Shipping on Every Order - Use Code “VELVET”)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by CREDIT KARMA -&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.creditkarma.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.creditkarma.com/podcast</strong></a><strong> (Or the Credit Karma App) - “Apply With Confidence” Today</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by UNIDRAGON - </strong><a href="https://www.unidragon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.unidragon.com</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Purchase - Use Code “VELVETROPES”)&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>MERCH Available at - </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>Ambyr Childers steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Let us just start with the obvious.&nbsp;Ambyr was a cast member on one of the best TV shows to ever exist, “You”.&nbsp;Ambyr talks about her screen stealing performance as Candace Stone in “You”, her shocking return in Season Two (totally unexpected), what we can expect for Season Three (yes, they are filming) and answer the question, will Candace make a return once again?&nbsp;We discuss what working with Gossip Girl (Reboot, July 8 - whoo hoo!) alum Penn Badgley was like, the John Stamos Season Two Cameo role (shout out to the Iconic “Full House”), and how a move from Lifetime to Netflix turned “You” into a viral sensation.&nbsp;Ambyr discusses what it is like to be an actress in Hollywood these days, the “me too” movement and how she has an incredible knack for playing “crazy” and “psychotic” really well.&nbsp;Let us also not forget, she got her start on another classic TV show, “All My Children”.&nbsp;Yes, we deep dive into the world of daytime soaps, the “stigmas” attached to being an actress or actor in daytime TV, All My Children, all that she learned from her time in Pine Valley, how it was to live alone in New York City at only Seventeen years old, and La Lucci a.k.a. Icon Susan Lucci.&nbsp;We also discuss some of Ambyr’s other stand out roles such as her time on the hit TV show “Ray Donovan”, what working with Liev Schreiber was like, her current “Ambyr Childers Jewelry” Line, which actress Kate Bosworth was also involved in, and what is next for her as an actress and in life now that the world is opening up!&nbsp;All this plus more.&nbsp;Take a sip of that Pumptini, kick back and enjoy this non-stop chat with the one and only Ambyr Childers!</p><br><p><br></p><p>@ambyrchilders_official</p><p>@ambyrchilders</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>BONUS EPISODES Available at - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by NUTRAFOL - </strong><a href="https://www.nutrafol.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.nutrafol.com</strong></a><strong> ($15 Off 1st Month’s Subscription + Free Shipping on Every Order - Use Code “VELVET”)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by CREDIT KARMA -&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.creditkarma.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.creditkarma.com/podcast</strong></a><strong> (Or the Credit Karma App) - “Apply With Confidence” Today</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by UNIDRAGON - </strong><a href="https://www.unidragon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.unidragon.com</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Purchase - Use Code “VELVETROPES”)&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>MERCH Available at - </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>Sutton Stracke steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;With the drama already well underway this Season Eleven of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Sutton is here to reflect back on her freshman year and look forward as to what is to come this season of RHOBH.&nbsp;Let us start with the obvious. Congrats Sutton!!! Now a Diamond Holder, in other words a full time cast member for those of you not well versed in your Bravo lingo, Sutton is here to dish it all.&nbsp;First things first, Sutton chats about all she has been up to in between her RHOBH seasons - renting Kyle Richards’ house, running “The Sutton Concept” and continuing her love of fashion, of course.&nbsp;Sutton chats about her brilliantly unique “Sutton Concept”, her fashion choices and styles, Dolce and Gabbana Crowns, her “hate” of leather pants, and why Dorit Kemsley and Erika Jayne are always thought of RHOBH’s resident fashion icons. Yes, Chrissy Teigen and Karen Huger, we are talking to you following your recent WWHL appearance.&nbsp;Sutton answers all our many questions about cast mates past, Brandi Glanville, Teddi Mellencamp, and, as she says, Denise Fu*king Richards and what it is like to no longer be the new kid on the block.&nbsp;Crystal Kung Minkoff and Kathy Hilton, we are now talking to you.&nbsp;On a more serious level, we chat with Sutton about how she has changed as a person as a result of Housewives, the best things to have come out of the RHOBH experience, the biggest misconceptions about Sutton Stracke, and what are some things we would be surprised to find out about her.&nbsp;Finally, we end with the one question on everyone’s mind, “just how different does it feel to be a Diamond Holder?”&nbsp;Well deserved Sutton. Well deserved!!</p><br><p><br></p><p>@suttonstracke</p><p>@thesuttonconcept</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>BONUS EPISODES Available at - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by NUTRAFOL - </strong><a href="https://www.nutrafol.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.nutrafol.com</strong></a><strong> ($15 Off 1st Month’s Subscription + Free Shipping on Every Order - Use Code “VELVET”)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by CREDIT KARMA -&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.creditkarma.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.creditkarma.com/podcast</strong></a><strong> (Or the Credit Karma App) - “Apply With Confidence” Today</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by UNIDRAGON - </strong><a href="https://www.unidragon.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.unidragon.com</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Purchase - Use Code “VELVETROPES”)&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>MERCH Available at - </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>Our fearless leader David Yontef went to High School with The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Dorit Kemsley.&nbsp;Today, he finally breaks his silence to talk about what Miss Kemsley was like in High School.&nbsp;We have all seen the Year Book pictures circulating ‘round the web of the Dorit that existed before the 24/7 Louis Vuitton clad glamour puss we now see every week on our Bravo TV Screens.&nbsp;Pay special attention to the day David was “trapped at sea” with Miss Kemsley!&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>There is no one better to help David recount all the details, facts and looks of a High School Dorit Kemsley than former RHOBH “Friend Of”, $25,000 Sunglasses herself, Dana Wilkey. We welcome her Behind The Rope here today!</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Dana is a vital part of the epic new special, “The Housewife &amp; The Hustler”, which details the real-life legal drama of Mr. Tom Girardi and Miss Erika Jayne.&nbsp;Dana explains how she got involved with the upcoming special, what filming was like, what she heard Behind The Scenes, what she knows in real life about Erika Jayne and Tom Girardi, and how Bravo feels about the fact that a rival “Network” is diving deep into what they planned to lay out throughout the remainder of the RHOBH season.</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>Finally, we chat about the current RHOBH season, the rumors that by admitting she takes Zoloft on TV Erika waived the doctor-patient privilege, the additions of Kathy Hilton and Crystal Kung Minkoff, the return of Teddi Mellencamp, a Diamond Holding Sutton, and who is the MVP of the RHOBH season thus far.&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>@wilkey_dana</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><br><p><strong>FULL EPISODE at: </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/52224722" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/posts/52224722</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>Norma Kamali steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Living Legend, Fashion Icon Norma Kamali.&nbsp;Norma is here to chat about her new book, “ I Am Invincible”, which chronicles her several decade long career in Fashion and the business and life wisdom she has gained throughout the years.&nbsp;Norma opens up about some of the highlights of her career such the Sleeping Bag Coat, the high heeled sneaker, the before its time eBay partnership and her CFDA Lifetime Achievement award.&nbsp;We also talk about her one piece red bathing suit worn by Farrah Fawcett in the iconic 1976 poster as well as the bathing suit worn by Whitney Houston on the back cover of her 1985 debut album.&nbsp;We break down the relationship between celebrity and designer, the celebs Norma has worked with, and who she would love to design for.&nbsp;Norma discusses her involvement with Bravo’s Project Runway, Heidi Klum, Michael Kors, Tim Gunn, the show’s most notorious winner Christian Siriano, and whether shows like Project Runway “work” anymore.&nbsp;We analyze the changes in the fashion industry throughout the years, the current crop of Hollywood’s best and worst dressed, and the current crop of hot models such as Gigi and Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner.&nbsp;With Awards Season just wrapped, we chat about the current state of the red carpet, the decreased ratings across the board for Awards shows, and just what does Norma think about accepting an award in full glam and fashion in your living room.&nbsp;Finally, we chat about the future of fashion as well as Norma’s future - engaged at 75.&nbsp;As laid out in her stellar book, “I Am Invincible”, Norma explains how we are all on our own timeline, one size does not fit all, and just how she maintains her youthful looks and positive attitude no matter what decade in life she has been in. True words to live by!&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><p>@normakamali</p><p>@behindvelvetrope&nbsp;</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong><u>BONUS EPISODES</u> Available at - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by <u>NOOM</u> -&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://www.noom.com/VELVET" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>http://www.noom.com/VELVET</u></strong></a><strong> (Sign Up for Your Trial Today)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by <u>UNIDRAGON</u> - </strong><a href="https://www.unidragon.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.unidragon.com</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Purchase - Use Code “VELVETROPES”)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by <u>BETTER HELP</u> -&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Month - Use Code "velvet rope")</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p><strong><u>MERCH</u> Available at - </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>A few months ago Heather Mariana, from Bravo's Tour Group - does anyone even remember this show? - and I spent the weekend at our friend Alexis Bellino's house.&nbsp;You know Alexis Bellino, some of you may refer to her as Jesus Jugs, a moniker given to her by her then co-star from The Real Housewives of Orange County's Tamra Judge.&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><p>Alexis is a friend of ours. The weekend was full of fun, martinis and surprises. Of course, there were also RHOC Housewife cameos as well throughout the weekend</p><br><p><br></p><p>Heather and I were recapping this weekend the other day and it hit me. Hold that thought, let me hit record, but of course, just for you Patreons!!!&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><p>In other news, are we anxiously awaiting the new cast announcement for RHOC or do we no longer care? I have two ideas on how this franchise can be fixed. What are yours? Or do we put it out to pasture? Would this franchise ever be "green lit" today?</p><br><p><br></p><p>Enjoy - LOL! xoxoxo</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Full Episode at:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/51420223" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/posts/51420223</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>Nikki Blonsky steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;We cannot help but to feel nostalgic with Nikki in the house. Nikki chats with us about what it was like to land the breakout role of Tracy Turnblad in the film version of the iconic Hairspray.&nbsp;Nikki talks about what life was like as a Long Island girl who went to see Hairspray on Broadway with her Mom and said “hey, I can do that”.&nbsp;Little did she know that years later she would be landing one of the most iconic parts in any Broadway musical.&nbsp;We chat about all the details from the audition process, to the mind of John Waters to how life changed after the film came out and made her a household name.&nbsp;Of course, we chat about some of Nikki’s Hairspray co-stars such as Amanda Bynes, Zac Efron (ok we need a moment to recover), Michelle Pfeiffer, John Travolta (whom she still calls “Mom”) and Queen Latifah.&nbsp;We also chat about some of the original film’s stars such as Debbie Harry, Ricki Lake &amp; Divine.&nbsp;On a more serious note, we discuss the pressures of being type cast in Hollywood, how Nikki found it hard to find work after Hairspray, the pitfalls of fame and the best and worst parts about “the business”.&nbsp;Nikki was also on two of our fav shows, Ugly Betty and Smash which, of course, we love.&nbsp;Finally, Nikki came out via TikTok, of course, where would anyone else come out in these modern times in which we live, during the Pandemic last year to Diana Ross’ “I’m Coming Out”.&nbsp;Nikki chats about the details of that coming out, her love life since, why it is hard for “Tracy Turnblad” on the dating apps and just how Zac Efron seems to work his way into every date she has.</p><br><p><br></p><p>@nikkiblonsky</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong><u>BONUS EPISODES</u> Available at - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>This episode is brought to you by <u>STORYWORTH</u> </strong><a href="https://www.storyworth.com/velvet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.storyworth.com/velvet </strong></a><strong>($10 off First Purchase)</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p><strong><u>MERCH</u> Available at - </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>Million Dollar Listing New York’s Tyler Whitman steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;After a brief chat with Tyler about his start in Real Estate in New York City and how he went from being the new kid on the block at Triplemint to the leader of The Whitman Team - #keeprealestateweird - we get into what y’all wanna talk about, how he became one of our favorite agents to root for every week on Bravo’s juggernaut, MDLNY.&nbsp;Season Nine.&nbsp;Here we are.&nbsp;Tyler chats about some of the big deals, famous names, and drama we will see this season.&nbsp;Of course, some of the drama comes from his co-stars Ryan, Fredrik, and Steve who we break down on a variety of factors - best broker, biggest deals, biggest ego - ok you get the idea.&nbsp;Tyler opens up about how this season is different than all the rest which includes, in part, virtual showings as the world closed down and our first ever female MDLNY cast member, Kirsten Jordan.&nbsp;This milestone isn’t lost on us, nor is the fact that Tyler isn’t the new kid on the block anymore, both of which need to be discussed.&nbsp;Tyler chat’s about his West Coast Counterparts, our favs from MDLLA Tracy Tutor, The Joshs Altman and Flagg and The Brits James and David.&nbsp;Tyler opens up about sharing his dramatic weight loss with the whole world a la MDLNY and with all of our agents in committed relationships with babies on the mind, just what is the status of Tyler’s personal life?&nbsp;Finally, Tyler chats about the current state of the NYC real estate market, the best things to have come from being on Bravo, the Bravolebs he works and plays with, and what is next for Mr. Tyler Whitman.</p><br><p><br></p><p>@tylerwhitman</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong><u>BONUS EPISODES</u> Available at - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>This episode is brought to you by <u>STORYWORTH</u> </strong><a href="https://www.storyworth.com/velvet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.storyworth.com/velvet </strong></a><strong>($10 off First Purchase)</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p><strong><u>MERCH</u> Available at - </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>Karen Gravano steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Welcome Karen. We get right into it.&nbsp;Karen explains how she got involved with Mob Wives back in the day. She explains how it was a show that no one wanted, at first, until a famous name got involved, Harvey Weinstein. Then there was a bidding war and the show ended up, as we all know, at VH1, and the rest is history.&nbsp;Karen talks about her costars Renee Graziano, Carla Facciolo, and Drita D’Avanzo. She explains how each were cast by Renee’s Sister, Jen Graziano, how she was the last one cast, and how, as Sammy The Bull's daughter, she led credibility to the show as it tied to The Mob.&nbsp;She tells us who she knew before the show and who she met as a result of casting. We discuss the inevitable chemistry her and Drita had on screen, whether it be good or bad, and how and why the show was such a success.&nbsp;We discuss the fall outs of certain friendships, how, if at all, she thinks Mob Wives affected these relationships and the current status of her relationships with Renee, Jen, Carla, and Drita today. Karen opens up about how "The Boys” in the lifestyle felt about the show Mob Wives as it related to confidentiality and the way the women represented themselves on national TV. Flash Forward to current day, Karen discusses her last show on MTV, "Made In Staten Island” which aired last year.&nbsp;We talk about the other families involved in the show and what it was like to work with both her daughter Karina and her dad "Sammy The Bull”.&nbsp;Finally, Karen discusses her own Podcast, “The Sit Down” which she hosts with Carla Facciolo and “cousin” Ramona Rizzo. Karen holds nothing back. (For those who missed it, Karen Gravano was here prior on May 6th, 2020.&nbsp;Feel free to check it out).</p><br><p><br></p><p>@karengravano</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong><u>BONUS EPISODES</u> Available On Patreon - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by <u>BETTER HELP</u> </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Month - Use Code "velvet rope")</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong><u>MERCH</u> Available at - </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>Dr. John Sessa steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Yes, That John Sessa.&nbsp;Executive Director of Vanderpump Dogs.&nbsp;John Sessa, as seen on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Season Nine.&nbsp;You remember that season, no? Thank you Lucy Lucy Apple Juice.&nbsp;Originally from a farm in Northwest Indiana, John never foresaw his current LA life of working with The Vanderpumps.&nbsp;Ok let us start at the beginning.&nbsp;John first met Lisa Vanderpump right after Giggy won “Reality TV’s Most Famous Dog” Award.&nbsp;It was during one of their first meetings that the idea for Vanderpump Pets was born.&nbsp;John explains how Vanderpump Pets, an idea which started with simple, ok its LVP so let's use the word simple loosely, dog collars grew into a real legitimate bona fide business. He also talks to us about how Vanderpump Dogs was eventually born out of Vanderpump Pets after Lisa Vanderpump became aware of the dog abuse taking place in Yulin, China. John discusses some of the current initiatives Vanderpump Dogs are working on, the process of how a dog gets “Vanderpuffed” once rescued and the infamous Vanderpump Dogs Annual Gala.&nbsp;Speaking of Vanderpump Dogs, John fills us in on the much anticipated “Vanderpump Dogs” Series and lets us know when we can expect to see the finished product online.&nbsp;We discuss who in the Vanderpump Rules cast he turned to for on camera reality TV advice and who in the Vanderpump Rules cast he is closest to.&nbsp;Of course, we discuss all things LVP from Villa Rosa, to what Lisa is like off camera, to what are the biggest misconceptions of Lisa and the rest of The Vanderpumps.&nbsp;Obviously, we asked John about "Lucy Lucy Apple Juice" and just where do these dogs' names come from? John talks about how The Vanderpumps are doing, when he last spoke to them, Lisa’s Podcast, the status of all of Lisa and Ken’s restaurants and what we can expect next from the great work that Vanderpump Dogs has been doing.&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><p>@drjohnsessa</p><p>@vanderpumpdogs</p><p>@vanderpumppets</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong><u>BONUS EPISODES</u> Available at - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>This episode is brought to you by <u>STORYWORTH</u> </strong><a href="https://www.storyworth.com/velvet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.storyworth.com/velvet </strong></a><strong>($10 off First Purchase)</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p><strong><u>MERCH</u> Available at - </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>Kim. D and David made an appearance on “Dishing Drama with Dana” a few weeks back on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Dana Wilkey’s Podcast.&nbsp;Today, as a bonus episode - it is a holiday and all - BTVR shares that episode with you, our loyal listeners.&nbsp;Yes, thanks to our fearless leader David, RHONJ met RHOBH to dish about the just finished season of RHONJ and analyze all that has gone on.&nbsp;In true Behind The Rope fashion, Miss Kim D. came with receipts, as any good Housewife has learned to do throughout the years.&nbsp;Being one of New Jersey’s most connected residents, Kim is here to share all that she has heard and allegedly knows about many of our fav key players this season - Tre, Mel, Jackie, Margaret, Dolo, and, oh yea, that girl Jennifer.&nbsp;No one is spared and no stone is left unturned as Kim shares all with David and Dana, much of which has left them in disbelief. &nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><p>@kimdposche</p><p>@wilkey_dana</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong><u>BONUS EPISODES</u> Available at - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>This episode is brought to you by <u>STORYWORTH</u> </strong><a href="https://www.storyworth.com/velvet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.storyworth.com/velvet </strong></a><strong>($10 off First Purchase)</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p><strong><u>MERCH</u> Available at - </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>Aja steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Yes, we all know Aja from their appearance on Drag Race Season Nine and All Stars Season Three.&nbsp;There is much more to Aja than their appearance on our favorite Ru shows.&nbsp;Born and raised in Brooklyn, we knew we liked Aja for a reason, they got into drag at a young age by performing at the local New York City bars.&nbsp;That NYC training led to a coveted spot on both of the aforementioned Drag Race shows.&nbsp;Aja chats about what the experience was like being part of both blockbuster shows - the good, the bad, the other.&nbsp;Of course, we talk about Ru, the judges, and some of our fav guest judges during Aja’s tenure: Lady Gaga, Tori Spelling, Jennie Garth, and Naya Rivera.&nbsp;Aja opens up about life after Drag Race which, yes, includes a career in music.&nbsp;Being completely committed to the craft, Aja announced a few years back that they are no longer a “Drag Queen” but instead are a “Queer Artist”.&nbsp;Speaking of drag queens, Aja dishes on their favs from this current season of Drag Race, discusses whether they think RuPaul and Drag Race have adequately incorporated trans women, trans men, non-binary and all other contestants who deserve representation into the show, including the new catch phrase used this season, and opens up about their beef, fall out, and current status of their relationship with current season contestant Kandy Muse. Remember we mentioned Aja music? Well, Aja has new music in the form of a stellar CD, “Crown” featuring the first single “21 Roads”.&nbsp;Aja chats about their musical inspirations (one includes Prince and we are so here for it!), some of the overall themes heard on the album such as fame, race, gender, class, their fav track, what artist they would love to work with, and just how important is it to incorporate non-binary visibly and cultural representation in their music.</p><br><p><br></p><p>@ajathekween</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><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><br></p><p>Brought to you by Better HELP <a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Month - Use Code "velvet rope")</strong></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>The Real Housewives of New Jersey's Kathy Wakile steps Behind The Rope. Several months ago, before her daughter Victoria got married, Kathy sat down to chat about all that she has been up to since we last saw her on our TV screens. Born and raised in New Jersey, the fourth of five children, Kathy loved her first career as a Licensed Hairdresser helping make people beautiful one head at a time. One day, on her way to Florida, she met a man on a plane, who became her current husband, Rich Wakile. Family life is going well - so well, in fact, that she brought daughter Victoria with her. Oh hey there, Victoria. Did you know Victoria worked at Aydin Plastic Surgery for Bill Aydin. What a small RHONJ world it is. Speaking of RHONJ, Kathy thought she was in the mix to be cast on a new cooking / baking show during her casting process for RHONJ. Turns out, it was for Season Three of RHONJ and the rest is history. Kathy discusses what filming with her family, Melissa Gorga and Teresa Giudice was like plus the status of their relationships today. Plus, she shares her thoughts on and friendships with Caroline Manzo, Jacqueline Laurita, Jennifer Aydin, Dolores Catania, and last but not least, Margaret Josephs. Kathy and David discuss the “reality” of reality TV, the positives and negatives of being on a “Housewives” show, and how to transition back into the world when the party ends. Kathy seems to have done so quite well. P.S. Huge shout out to Pizza Love, Kathy's delicious, amazing Italian Palace in Wyckoff, NJ!!!</p><br><p><br></p><p>@kathywakile</p><br><p><br></p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><br><p><br></p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Bonus Episodes Available at - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by Better HELP </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Month - Use Code "velvet rope")</strong></p><br><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Merch Available at - </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 Big Shot with Bethenny’s Nicole Rose Stillings steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Unarguably, THE breakout star of “Big Shot”, Nicole is here to dish it all now that the season has come to an end! A self proclaimed, as seen on TV with Ms. Frankel, DJ, Influencer, and Podcaster, Nicole can now add, “Reality TV Star” to her moniker.&nbsp;Nicole chats about how her dreams of DJ’ing have come true in a big way having worked with not only the the likes of Diana Ross and Noah Cyrus, but there was also that one time she DJ’d and appeared on Summer House during one of their epic finale parties. Yup, we discuss what filming an episode of Summer House was like and just what did Nicole observe from her DJ booth about some of our fav Bravolebs - Kyle, Carl, Lindsay and the rest of the gang.&nbsp;Nicole chats about leaving her career as a triple threat behind to pursue a position as VP, of Operations, billed as “second in command” to the one and only Bethenny Frankel. Nicole has already turned our heads, and that of the B herself, by wearing a crop top on day one, crying after being berated by Bethenny, and, well many other incidents which we discuss in full. In true Nicole fashion she - does - not - hold back when discussing what Bethenny was really like off camera behind the scenes, how “involved" producers of The Big Shot were in storyline, and her edit as the resident “loud mouth”.&nbsp;She also discusses some of her, now standout moments with the world as we watched back each week.&nbsp;She discusses whether Bethenny is bothered by her because she sees herself in her.&nbsp;Let us not forget Bethenny was once called the resident “loud mouth” by our good friend Martha Stewart.&nbsp;Finally, she chats about the epic involvement of Biggy and Smallz and just what she will take away from this experience with Ms. Frankel in the freshman season of her "Big Shot". </p><br><p><br></p><p>@nicolestillings</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><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><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by Better HELP </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Month - Use Code "velvet rope")</strong></p><br><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Merch Available at - </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>In a very rare Podcast appearance, Tabatha Coffey steps Behind The Rope!!!! Checking in from her home directly across the river in good ole’ New Jersey, Tabatha is here to - discuss - it - all!!&nbsp;Tabatha starts at the beginning - finishing third and winning “Fan Fav” on the freshman season of Shear Genius.&nbsp;In part due to her signature tell it like it is / hold nothing back approach to hair and life,&nbsp;Tabatha then got her own show, Tabatha’s Salon Takeover, which became Tabatha’s Takeover in Season Four.&nbsp;We discuss what it was like to be a Bravolebrity at that time with colleagues such as Rachel Zoe, Jeff Lewis, Patti Stanger, Jackie Warner, Vicki Gunvalson and a singer you may have heard of by the name of Paula Abdul (“Hey Paula” fans rejoice!).&nbsp;Tabatha weighs in on how Bravo has changed over the years to become the network it is today - which also included her show a few years back, Relative Success with Tabatha, what Bravolebrities of past and present she calls friends, what Bravolebs and Hollywood A Listers have the best and worst hair and what she thinks of Celebs who ride or die by one signature hairstyle.&nbsp;Rinna, we are talking to you.&nbsp;Being from NJ, we discuss Tab’s neighbors Tre, Mel, Marge and the rest of the RHONJ, whether Tabatha would ever consider joining the franchise and whether, with all of Bravo’s efforts on diversity and inclusion, it is finally time for our first openly Lesbian or Trans Housewife (no, we are not counting RHOC’s Braunwyn).&nbsp;Of course, that means she would have to wear leopard which leads to a discussion on Tabatha’s signature all black ensemble.&nbsp;Tabatha gives us an update on her personal life, TV projects, hair, and answers just what is next.&nbsp;One next project is her upcoming B.I.T.C.H Camp, where Tabatha herself, plus her Camp Counselors, will help you put your life in order.&nbsp;If there is one person who can accomplish that goal, it is certainly one of the most outspoken, brutally honest Bravolebs in history, Miss Tabatha Coffey!!</p><br><p><br></p><p>@tabathacoffey</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><a href="http://www.tabathacoffey.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>http://www.tabathacoffey.com </strong></a><strong>(tickets for B.I.T.C.H Camp Available!)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Bonus Episodes Available at - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by Better HELP </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Month - Use Code "velvet rope")</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p><strong>Merch Available at - </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>RHONJ’s Kim D.&nbsp;She’s baaackk.&nbsp;Kim has a LOT of opinions on this current season of RHONJ and has asked to come back to share them.&nbsp;Who are we to say no?&nbsp;First things first, let’s chat about the elephant in the room, Teresa and Jackie.&nbsp;Kim has a lot of opinions on the matter and in true Rope fashion, her opinions are based on what she has “heard” / allegedly knows from being a local NJ gal.&nbsp;We discuss where we think that rumor really started, whether we believe it is true, what were Teresa’s true intentions in mentioning this rumor on TV, and what is the status of their relationship today.&nbsp;Next, we chat about some of this RHONJ season’s other dramas.&nbsp;What other dramas, you ask?&nbsp;We chat about newbie “Friend Of” Michelle Pais claiming that Joey Gorga owes her husband money.&nbsp;We dissect this claim, the nuances behind it, and of course, do we think there is any validity to it.&nbsp;Speaking of Michelle Pais, she is no longer representing Teresa Giudice in the sale of her home.&nbsp;We answer the question “who is” Michelle Pais and what caused the fall out of her friendship with Tre and subsequent rapid disappearance from our TV screens. Speaking of Joey Gorga, we discuss Melissa and Joe’s “rumored” marital problems, and, well, yea, Kim has something to say about that.&nbsp;Marital and dating problems? Ok, yes, that leads us to Luis Ruelas, Teresa’s new man.&nbsp;Kim knows someone who knows someone… Well, why don’t you just listen to her chat about Luis and Tre.&nbsp;Then there is Jennifer Aydin.&nbsp;Oh, Jennifer.&nbsp;While we admit, the girl is hella funny, never before has a reference to a swan been so funny, David holds back on his own personal real life feelings on Jennifer, that is for another place and time, but Kim chats about how Jennifer was at her past Posche shows despite the fact that Jennifer announced on Watch What Happens Live she has never met Kim D and not know what Posche is.&nbsp;Yes, Kim has receipts. Yea, we will post it.&nbsp;Kim chats about what she has heard regarding this epic RHONJ season and reminisces on the past.&nbsp;Speaking of the past, has anyone been watching Danielle Staub’s weekly IG Live viewing of RHONJ.&nbsp;Should Kim do the same?&nbsp;Grab those cocktails and get ready to gasp. This one is a tell all and who better than the woman who knows everyone who is anyone in the Garden State, Miss Kim D is here to do what she does best, hold nothing back! &nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Full Episode out NOW TODAY: </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/51104327" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/posts/51104327</a></p><br><p><br></p><p>@kimdposche</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</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>Married to Medicine’s Kari Wells steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;The “Queen of Class”, a titled bestowed upon her by the one and only Daddy Andy Cohen, Kari is here to help us break it all down regarding the current season of Married to Medicine.&nbsp;After a brief chat about how she originally got involved with the show way back in Season One, her up and down relationships with her co-stars over the years, and all the changes in M2M during the past eight years, we waist no time in delving deep into the current season.&nbsp;Kari chats about her current relationships and what we can expect to see the rest of this season from some of our favorite Doctors and Doctors’ Wives - Dr. Jackie, Dr. Simone,&nbsp;Toya, Quad, Dr. Heavenly, and Dr. Contessa.&nbsp;Of course, we nudge Kari to&nbsp;spill some tea about the remainder of the current M2M season, what we can expect, and what drama is a&nbsp;comin’ our way.&nbsp;We also chat about newbie Anila Sajja and what we can expect from this firecracker as the season progresses.&nbsp;On a more serious note, we chat about the absence of series creator and one of the former Executive Producers, Mariah Huq and did that effect the mood in this friend group this season.&nbsp;Kari chats about some of her fellow ATL women, those Peach Holders over at The Real Housewives of Atlanta - who she knows, who she would like to know, and just who stood her up for dinner a few months back.&nbsp;Finally, we chat about all that Kari has done in life - model, actress, author, business owner and, of course, last but certainly not least, Doctor's Wife.&nbsp;Tune in as we break it all down, Married to Medicine style.&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><p>@kariwells_</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Bonus Episodes Available at - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by Better HELP </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Month - Use Code "velvet rope")</strong></p><br><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Merch Available at - </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 One, The Only, Randy Spelling steps Behind The Rope. Yes THAT Randy Spelling.&nbsp;Before we get to his current “Randy Spelling Coaching” Business, let us start at the beginning.&nbsp;Spelling Manor.&nbsp;Randy is kind enough to entertain all of our questions about what it was like to grow up at Spelling Manor.&nbsp;Spelling Manor, the house with its own Wikipedia page.&nbsp;We discuss Mom Candy Spelling’s glamorous parties, the infamous gift wrapping room, the whose who of Hollywood who flowed through there, and how Randy felt when the Manor was sold in 2011.&nbsp;We discuss what it was like to grow up with Aaron Spelling as a Dad and what the legacy of such shows like “ Melrose Place”, “Charmed”, “Charlie’s Angels”, “Dynasty”, “The Love Boat” and “Heart to Heart” means to him.&nbsp;We also discuss what is was like to be a high school student at the same time that 90210 exploded.&nbsp;Well there was that one time Randy went to school to everyone chanting “Donna Martin Graduates”, the night after a certain episode aired.&nbsp;Speaking of 90210, we discuss it all and by all, we mean, Shannen, Jason, Brian, Ian, Gabrielle, Jenni and Tori. Speaking of Tori, we discuss her own career both on 90210 as well as the plethora of reality TV she has done, such as Tori &amp; Dean and True Tori and what it is like for Randy to watch some of these shows. Randy also opens up about what it was like to be caught in the middle of certain family dramas and it what it was like to have those played out in the media.&nbsp;On a larger note, we discuss topics such as the importance and value society improperly places on having versus not having money, the addiction of fame, why the media is so obsessed with “The Spellings” and some of the biggest misconceptions about himself, Tori and the rest of the family.&nbsp;Fear not, all of this has helped Randy get to where he is today, a devoted Husband and Dad living in Oregon with a successful life coaching business. No really, you can book him as a life coach, and if this sit down is any indication, sign us up!!!</p><br><p><br></p><p>@randyspelling</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><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><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by Better HELP </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Month - Use Code "velvet rope")</strong></p><br><p><br></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>Did everyone watch Watch What Happens Live last week with all our friends from the past including Mr. Jonathan Antin.&nbsp;Well, Jonathan Antin steps back Behind The Rope. We pick up right where we left off during our last sit down.&nbsp;Jonathan explains how he got hired as one of the lead judges on Bravo’s Shear Genius after Blow Out had ended.&nbsp;We discuss host Camila Alves and prior host Jaclyn Smith.&nbsp;We also discuss one of Shear Genius' contestants, Tabatha Coffey.&nbsp;Jonathan gives us his opinion of Tabatha, discusses whether he thinks she should have won her season, lets us know if her tough as nails persona is an act or real, and finally answers the question of whether she deserved her own show.&nbsp;Speaking of Bravolebrites, we discuss Jackie Warner’s appearance on Blow Out, what went wrong and the status of their relationship today.&nbsp;We also discuss all the other celebrities who appeared on Blow Out such as loyal clients Lisa Rinna and Harry Hamlin (they had other reality shows in the mix with Jonathan also - we discuss), Kristen Bell, Kate Bosworth, and, last but not least, sister Robin Antin, founder of The Pussycat Dolls.&nbsp;Jonathan tells some fun stories about his other Celeb clients, Courtney Love, Ricky Martin, Brad Pitt, Steven Tyler, Leo DiCaprio, Gwyneth Paltrow and, way to bury the lead, Queen Madonna (Lourdes in Tow)!&nbsp;We discuss the pressures from Bravo for Jonathan to involve his family in the show and how Blow Out came to an end shortly after his lack of a desire to do so.&nbsp;Finally, Jonathan opens up about the early days of Bravo, the origins of WWHL, his relationship with Andy Cohen and what he thinks of how the network has evolved throughout the years. (If you haven’t heard our original chat with Jonathan, feel free to check it out. Airdate November 4, 2020).</p><br><p><br></p><p>@jonathanantin</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Bonus Episodes Available at - </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by Better HELP </strong><a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.betterhelp.com/velvetrope</strong></a><strong> (10% Off First Month - Use Code "velvet rope")</strong></p><br><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Merch Available at - </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>