<p>We interrupt this regularly scheduled program to bring you a special episode addressing the RHONY State of Emergency. Or is it?&nbsp;The RHONY Headlines this week will just not stop.&nbsp;“RHONY has gone woke - and it’s killing the show” (Page Six), "Ramona Singer Fears Eboni K. Williams Will Frame Her as Racist on RHONY Reunion” (TMZ), “RHONY insider says a cast shakeup is on the way but Ramona Singer ain’t going anywhere” (DailyMail), “Eboni K. Williams Racial Storylines Aren’t To Blame For Our Poor Ratings” and so on.&nbsp;RHONY has had its lowest ratings in history the past few weeks. Why have the RHONY ratings sunken so low? What will it take to fix this once top rated Housewives Show? The Sisters from The Pop Apologist Podcast, Lauren and Chanler Bledsoe, are here to help us break it all down.&nbsp;Who should stay? Who Should Go? Who should we bring back? Are the rumors about Bethenny Frankel coming back really true? These and many other pressing questions answered as we discuss how, where, when and why it all went wrong and how to get this show back on track.&nbsp;We break down which of the castings rumors are true, who is leaking what, why has the reunion been postponed til September and what happens next. The episode you have waited all week to hear!</p><br><p><br></p><p>@popapologists</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>BONUS EPISODES 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 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 BOLL &amp; BRANCH - </strong><a href="https://www.bollandbranch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.bollandbranch.com </strong></a><strong>(15% Off First Set of Sheets - Use Code “Velvet”)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by BETTER HELP -&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)</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>Constantine Maroulis steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Of course, we all know Constantine originally from American Idol.&nbsp;First, we reminisce with Constantine about Idol days of past - Randy, Paula, Simon and chat about Idol 2.0, whether singing competition shows like Idol still work, and test Constantine’s knowledge of whether he can name any of Idol's recent winners.&nbsp;Constantine drops a shocking bombshell of a revelation regarding his elimination and the circumstances surrounding his idol exit.&nbsp;As a Tony Nominated Artist for his work on Broadway, we chat with Constantine about the current state of Broadway, what we can expect once the Great White Way re-opens later this year, and his lifelong friendship with ex-Broadway songstress now global superstar Ariana Grande!&nbsp;For anyone who does not remember the last two times Constantine was here, all you need to do is Google “Constantine” and “Behind The Velvet Rope”.&nbsp;Seems our little chat regarding his “appearance” on RHONY, and by “appearance” we mean his “hidden identity” revealed as the man who has allegedly “been”, for lack of a better word, with three of our fav Apple Holders, Lu, Ramona and The Tins, had a viral moment.&nbsp;We chat with Constantine about the “fall out” from that chat, Countess Lu’s reaction, and whether he has heard from Ramona and The Tins as well.&nbsp;Of course we push for new and unrevealed details every step of the way!&nbsp;We also chat with Constantine about the current RHONY cast asking, of course, if he has ever met Leah and Eboni, just what are his thoughts on each and, well, okay, a whole lot more!&nbsp;Moving on from RHONY, Constantine has a new radio show “Cuz Saturday Rocks” where he will be playing hits and interviewing musicians from our favorite decades of music, The 80s and 90s.&nbsp;Having interviewed many 80s and 90s acts ourselves here Behind The Rope, we compare our favs from each decade, yes Madonna is included, as well as Britney, ’N Sync, Prince, Cyndi Lauper, and many more.&nbsp;Finally, we chat about the current state of the music industry, chart topping favs and much more. Tune, no pun intended, in now!</p><br><p><br></p><p>@constantinemaroulis</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>BONUS EPISODES 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 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 BOLL &amp; BRANCH - </strong><a href="https://www.bollandbranch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.bollandbranch.com </strong></a><strong>(15% Off First Set of Sheets - Use Code “Velvet”)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by BETTER HELP -&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)</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>Lala Kent steps Behind The Rope. Yes, Lala Kent from one of the best reality TV shows to ever exist, Vanderpump Rules.&nbsp;First things first, Lala chats about new daughter Ocean Kent Emmett - the “scare” she had during her pregnancy, how motherhood has forever changed her, the origins of Ocean’s name and how Rand is as a Dad.&nbsp;Lala chats about former Vanderpump Rules’ co-stars, and now fellow Moms, Stassi Schroeder and Brittany Cartwright - who is the strictest Mom, how do their mothering styles differ and what is it like knowing Ocean will grow up with Hartford Charlie Rose Clark and Cruz Cauchi.&nbsp;Of course, we chat about Lala’s book, “Give Them Lala” - all that was revealed therein, Randall’s reaction to the book, biggest misconceptions about her, what was “too personal” to include, what has shocked people the most from the book and just how is life as a National Best Selling Author.&nbsp;Lala chats about the effect motherhood has had on her relationship with Randall, the future for their family and will they possibly walk down the aisle before years end? Lala opens up about her on again - off again “relationships” with fellow Vanderpump Rules co-stars Scheana Shay and Ariana Madix, shares an update on the status of each today and how much we will see play out on the upcoming Season Nine of Vanderpump Rules, which is now filming.&nbsp;Lala shares updates about the current season, including new cast members, and just how different it is to be in the midst of filming without friends Stassi, Jax, and Brittany.&nbsp;Lala chats about why last season of VPR was “off” and where she thinks it all went wrong.&nbsp;Speaking of VPR, Lala chats about LVP and the evolution of their relationship from boss/employee to that of friends. Now 30 with a daughter in tow, we discuss Lala’s interest in The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills - does she watch, what type of Housewife would she be, who would she fight with and just how strong is her interest in joining the franchise.&nbsp;Finally, we discuss one of the most talked about couples these days which Lala and Randall had a hand in fixing up, Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly - will there be a wedding, children, what type of couple are they and just what does happen on a double date with those two hotties.&nbsp;Finally, Lala shares an update on her sobriety and her stellar Podcast, Give the Lala… with Randall.</p><br><p><br></p><p>@lalakent</p><p>@givethemlalabeauty</p><p>@givethemlalaskin</p><p>@givethemlalababy</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>BONUS EPISODES 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 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 BOLL &amp; BRANCH - </strong><a href="https://www.bollandbranch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.bollandbranch.com </strong></a><strong>(15% Off First Set of Sheets - Use Code “Velvet”)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by BETTER HELP -&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)</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>RHOBH’s Dana Wilkey stopped by for a chat a moment ago about all that is going on with Erika &amp; Tom and many other current happenings these days in Bev Hills.&nbsp;That is what Ms. Wilkey now does best. After that chat,, we wanted to keep the conversation going to talk about her time on the show during the first few, now infamous, seasons of RHOBH.&nbsp;Yes, we got Miss $25,000 Sunglasses to talk about the Infamous Sunglasses, we had SO many questions about them, and a whole lot more. We check in with Dana to chat about all she has been up to since we last saw her on our TV screens on RHOBH as Taylor Armstrong’s “Friend” many seasons ago. We also need to know the behind the scenes of the infamous “Game Night” scene where the tension between The Richards Sisters Kyle and Kim and Brandi Glanville came to a much heated boil. Infamous times, we know. Dana chats about RHOBH of yesteryear - Adrienne, Camille, LVP - who she considers cold - and of course the beginning, middle and end of her friendship with Taylor Armstrong.&nbsp;We also chat about Brandi Glanville who joined the show the same season as Dana and in typical Dana fashion, she tells us what Brandi is really like not holding anything back. Of course, she also gives her opinions on the current cast, including her thoughts on newbies Crystal Kung Minkoff and Kathy Hilton.&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Full Episode At: </strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/53759952" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/posts/53759952</strong></a></p><br><p><br></p><p>@wilkey_dana&nbsp;</p><p>@behindvelvetrope&nbsp;</p><p>@davidyontef&nbsp;</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>

There's so much celebrity gossip that it's impossible to keep up. From the twists and turns of #FreeBritney to the latest Royal family dust-up, there’s a new podcast that has you covered. From Wondery, RICH AND DAILY delivers laughs and all the latest celebrity gossip. Hosts Brooke and Aricia are comedians, besties and the perfect guides to give you your daily dose of pop culture. They'll keep you up to speed on all of the secrets, scandals, and news in the entertainment world. Is that rumor you heard about Rihanna true? If it is, you better believe Brooke and Aricia will have something to say about it.&nbsp;This is just a preview of Rich and Daily,but you can listen to full episodes at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wondery.fm/RD_BehindTheVelvet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.wondery.fm/RD_BehindTheVelvet</strong></a><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>Hey Upper East Siders, this past weekend something we knew would happen, happened.&nbsp;The Reboot of Gossip Girl became HBO Max’s most watched original series trending on Twitter, TikTok and all other social media platforms.&nbsp;The original Gossip Girl, unlike Bravo’s NYC Prep, was a huge juggernaut which aired on the CW for 6 glorious seasons from 2007 to 2012 and helped launch the mega careers of Blake Lively, Leighton Meester, Penn Badgley, Ed Westwick and Taylor Momsen into the stratosphere.&nbsp;One key member of this brilliant ensemble cast was Zuzanna Szadkowski, who played fan favorite Dorota, Blair Waldorf’s loyal housekeeper.&nbsp;We are thrilled to have Zuzanna here today to chat about the behind the scenes of making this brilliant, classic TV show.&nbsp;We chat with Zuzanna about how she was cast and what filming Gossip Girl was really like.&nbsp;We also chat about those infamous scenes between her and Leighton Meester, some of which will go down as the best in TV history.&nbsp;We also chat about now mega star Blake Lively and what the set was like on the days that then boyfriend, now husband, Ryan Reynolds came by for a visit.&nbsp;We talk about the critics reception of Gossip Girl and the resulting outcry from parents once the show aired.&nbsp;Shooting for the entirely of its run in NYC, we chat with Zuzanna about her favorite things in NYC.&nbsp;Of course, we need Zuzanna’s thoughts on where Blair Waldorf and Chuck Bass would be today and would Dorota still be working for them?&nbsp;Of course, we also pay homage to its reality sister, NYC Prep.&nbsp;Might we see a cameo by Dorota in the now trending Gossip Girl Reboot?&nbsp;Well, you will just have to listen to find out.</p><br><p><br></p><p>@zuzannawanda</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>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><p><br></p><p><strong>BONUS EPISODES Available at&nbsp;-&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><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 APPLE LEISURE GROUP - </strong><a href="https://www.applevacations.com/BTVR" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.applevacations.com/BTVR</strong></a><strong> ($75 Off Your Stay at Live Aqua in Cancun or Punta Cana - Enter Promo Code “SAND75”)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by NOOM -&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://www.noom.com/VELVET" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>http://www.noom.com/VELVET</strong></a><strong> (Sign Up for Your Trial Today)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Merch Available at&nbsp;-&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br><p><br></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>Kevin O’Leary steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Shark Tank’s Mr. Wonderful!&nbsp;Let us start at the beginning.&nbsp;Kevin talks about how he initially became involved with Reality TV SuperGuru Mark Burnett and how Shark Tank found its way into our lives all those years ago.&nbsp;Kevin talks about being the King of Mean, Shark Tank’s Simon Cowell, or, in other words, just brutally honest about the potential entrepreneurs’ likelihood of success.&nbsp;Of course we pay homage to Mr. Wonderful’s epic catch phrases about being crushed like cockroaches, taken out behind the barn and shot, your dead to me (a personal fav) and of course, how all roads lead back to Mr. Wonderful!&nbsp;On a more serious note, we chat the biggest deal in Shark Tank History - it was Kevin’s, his best and worst deal based on ROI, the ones that got away and if there are ever any products in the tank that go on to success of massive proportions that he just doesn't understand.&nbsp;Tipsy Elves, Scrub Daddy, Squatty Potty - we are looking at you.&nbsp;Of course we also discuss Mr. Wonderful’s colleagues on Shark Tank - Barbara Corcoran, Mark Cuban, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec, and Damon John as well as guest judges Alex Rodriguez and last, but certainly not least, our very own Skinny Girl Mogul, Ms. Bethenny Frankel.&nbsp;We break down many of the analytics behind the scenes like how many deals don’t close once filming is over, who makes the most deals, and who does Kevin lose most deals to. While we have one of the most brilliant business minds with us, we discussed what qualities make for a good entrepreneur, what is the biggest misconception amongst entrepreneurs, the 24/7 work ethic required, the biggest mistakes most business owners make and just how important is the person versus the product.&nbsp;We discuss the one thing Mr. Wonderful loves the most. M-O-N-E-Y - what it stands for, why he loves it so much, and why are most people shy about saying, “ I love Money”!!!&nbsp;We sure do! Finally, we break down what being a public figure is like - red carpets, celeb run ins, people running down the street screaming “Mr. Wonderful” and what an amazing byproduct that is all from a little show which has turned into an international global blockbuster of a sensation, Shark Tank!!!</p><br><p><br></p><p>@kevinolearytv</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>BONUS EPISODES Available at&nbsp;-&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope</strong></a></p><br><p><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 APPLE LEISURE GROUP - </strong><a href="https://www.applevacations.com/BTVR" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.applevacations.com/BTVR</strong></a><strong> ($75 Off Your Stay at Live Aqua in Cancun or Punta Cana - Enter Promo Code “SAND75”)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by NOOM -&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://www.noom.com/VELVET" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>http://www.noom.com/VELVET</strong></a><strong> (Sign Up for Your Trial Today)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Merch Available at&nbsp;-&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198</strong></a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>

<p>Tiffany steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Yes, Tiffany.&nbsp;No last name needed Tiffany.&nbsp;Checking in from the road from the North American Leg of her “Shadows” Tour, one thing is clear.&nbsp;Tiffany is thrilled to be back on the road performing songs from her 11th full length studio album “Shadows” as well as all her retro hits we have come to know and love so much.&nbsp;.Tiffany chats about what it was like to larger than life famous at the young age of 16, thanks, in large part to her catchy hit “I Think We’re Alone Now” as well as a ground breaking, now infamous, mall tour that took her across America.&nbsp;Tiffany chats about her almost four decade long music career which has included every genre of music - pop, punk, country, ballads, rock and the ups and downs she has faced in the music business along the way.&nbsp;We chat about some of those other Female Icons that ruled the charts at the time Tiffany came into her own - Madonna, Whitney Houston, Tina Turner, Paula Abdul, and Cyndi Lauper.&nbsp;We chat about her best celeb experiences - she really has met everyone - and how music has changed over the years. Tiffany discuses those other aspects of her career such as acting and reality TV - shows she has been involved in, the good, the bad, the other.&nbsp;Of course, we had to chat about her ties to Debbie Gibson, their friendship, their starring roles together in the SyFy classic “Mega Python vs. Gatoroid (yes, it is as good as it sounds), and why the public always has associated and does and will associate each with the other.&nbsp;We talk about some of Tiffany’s recent tours with other acts we just can’t get enough of like NKOTB, Salt-N-Pepa, and Naughty By Nature.&nbsp;Tiffany reveals the current crop of musical chart topers she puts her stamp of approval on and how different being famous at a young age in the social media world of today is to her epic breakthrough in the 80’s.&nbsp;Finally, seeing as Music Biopics are all the rage (Elton John, Freddy Mercury, Cher), Tiffany reveals who she would love to play her in her very own life story and just what can we expect from a potential Tiffany “tell-all” book.&nbsp;Have we mentioned just how thrilled we are that Tiffany is back live with new music touring the states for the remainder of the year!</p><br><p><br></p><p>@tiffany_tunes</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><p>@glitterbgirls</p><br><p><br></p><p>** Our chat with Tiffany is preceded by a musical breakdown of some of our fav rocking ladies of the 80’s (joined by our fav 80s ladies from the @glitterbgirls Podcast)</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>BONUS EPISODES 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 -&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><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>Real Housewives of Miami Cristy Rice steps back Behind The Rope.&nbsp;(For everyone who missed it, our Part I sit down with Cristy is available on our feed!&nbsp;Feel free to check it out.).&nbsp;We get right into it today.&nbsp;Cristy talks about how her and Larsa were “set up” by Lea Black during a Watch What Happens Live Appearance.&nbsp;She discusses Andy Cohen’s role.&nbsp;Juicy Stuff.&nbsp;She also discusses fellow cast mates Lea Black and Adriana de Moura, how they changed as a result of fame and being in the public eye.&nbsp;Also, Cristy reminds us that the only live reunion in reunion history was the Season One reunion of The Real Housewives of Miami.&nbsp;We discuss what that was like, what went horribly wrong, and how Andy Cohen handled the situation.&nbsp;She also discusses the pressures to “create” fake story lines such as dating on camera and the other “non real” aspects of RHOM, a reality show.&nbsp;She explains the disconnect between presenting her real life versus what the producers wanted, how Bethenny Frankel influenced her decision to do the show, the reality of what the show turned out to be, and how she felt she was edited once the show came out.&nbsp;Cristy discusses who she keeps in touch with from her cast of RHOM, how Miami is a “small place” where you can’t help but run into her fellow cast mates, and who she wishes she never sees again. We discuss her friendship with Larsa Pippen during the height of the hit Bravo show, their falling out, Larsa’s involvement with the Kardashians, and the current state of their friendship today. Of course, we address the age old question, “Would you ever go back?” which now that the show has been Green Lit and is currently filming to come back, makes this question more relevant than ever!</p><br><p><br></p><p>@cristyrice12</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 APPLE LEISURE GROUP - </strong><a href="https://www.applevacations.com/BTVR" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.applevacations.com/BTVR</strong></a><strong> ($75 Off Your Stay at Live Aqua in Cancun or Punta Cana - Enter Promo Code “SAND75”)</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>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>Oh Mickey, you’re so fine. You’re so fine, you blow my mind. Hey Mickey, Hey Mickey.&nbsp;You know the rest.&nbsp;Everyone knows the rest!&nbsp;Toni Basil steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Yup, THAT Toni Basil who broke many records with one of the biggest hits and most catchy songs, well, ever.&nbsp;Toni is here to chat about her entire career, a career that has spanned a whopping six decades and still going strong.&nbsp;A career that includes dancing, choreographing, singing, and acting. We start at the beginning, Toni was drawn to the business at a young age with parents who were entertainers, taking up dance and cheering while in High School.&nbsp;Toni’s passion for dance, she was one of the seven original Lockers, landed her premiere gigs as a choreographer working with musical icons like Tina Tuner and David Bowie.&nbsp;Toni opens up about what working with each was like and what music legends she would still like to work with.&nbsp;Toni has also choreographed many of our fav films including “My Best Friends Wedding” - we chat about what working with Julia Roberts and Cameron Diaz was like - and “Legally Blond” - we chat about the joys of teaching Reese Witherspoon moves and the infamous “bend and snap”.&nbsp;One Icon Toni has, not only worked with, but became close lifelong friends with is Bette Midler.&nbsp;Toni chats about what working with Bette is like and what it is like to be BFF’s with one of the most recognized women in the world.&nbsp;Toni chats about how she went from choreographer behind the camera to singer with “Mickey”, a song that tops every Top 100 songs of the 80’s list ever made.&nbsp;Toni chats about what it was like to be a singer in the early 1980s when contemporaries like Madonna were rising up the musical scene as well.&nbsp;We discuss the influence of MTV in helping make a singer’s career in the early 80s and the concept, dance, and look&nbsp;- she wore her original high school cheerleading sweater - she created for “Mickey” which helped make it one of the most played videos in MTV’s early days.&nbsp;A triple threat, Toni has also starred in many movies and TV shows working with greats like Robert Downy, Jr. and Penny Marshall.&nbsp;Toni chats about how the business has changed over the years, what she thinks of current music, who she would like to play her in the movie of her life, and what is next for the woman who just doesn’t want to slow down. Finally, we need to know about the last time she hit the town with BFF Bette Midler and just what do these two lifelong friends do for a girls night out.</p><br><p><br></p><p>@officialtonibasil</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>BONUS EPISODES 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 BOLL &amp; BRANCH - </strong><a href="https://www.bollandbranch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.bollandbranch.com </strong></a><strong>(15% Off First Set of Sheets - Use Code “Velvet”)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by BETTER HELP -&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><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>Million Dollar Listing’s Bobby Boyd steps Behind The Rope.&nbsp;Mr. Josh Flagg.&nbsp;However, there is much more to Bobby Boyd than his husband.&nbsp;Coming from humble beginnings, Bobby became a male model at the young age of 14 in order to help pay for college.&nbsp;Even though Bobby had early success as a fashion model woking for major designers such as Versace and Calvin Klein, he set his sights on something else when he arrived in Los Angeles, Real Estate.&nbsp;Having a keen eye for style, architecture, design and a “personable” rather than “transactional” approach, Bobby’s first home sale was that of a $6.5 million dollar property, not bad, and a new career was born.&nbsp;Bobby then met a man who shared his interests and profession who happened to, not only be one of LA’s top real estate agents, but also one of the long standing members of Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles.&nbsp;Bobby chats about meeting Josh, their instant chemistry and connection, his position working with Josh at Rodeo Realty, a flash mob proposal in Paris and wedding at The Beverly Hills Hotel, both of which were filmed by Bravo.&nbsp;Bobby chats about that, Josh’s sometime over the top extravagant style, and what working with his spouse every day is like.&nbsp;When not busy with MDL-LA, Bobby can be seen on his very own Lifestyle You Tube Channel, “Bobby Boyd Living” or selling his brand new aprons which are stylish, edgy and fun (no really check out his on line store).&nbsp;Finally, Bobby also discusses MDLLA - how does his style differ from Josh’s, the Brtits, Altman, Tracy Tutor and Fredrik Eklund, the conflicts, those over the top open houses, celeb clients and last, but not least, when we can expect and what we can expect from the upcoming MDLLA Season Thirteen.&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><p>@bboydla</p><p>@behindvelvetrope</p><p>@davidyontef</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>BONUS EPISODES 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 BOLL &amp; BRANCH - </strong><a href="https://www.bollandbranch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.bollandbranch.com </strong></a><strong>(15% Off First Set of Sheets - Use Code “Velvet”)</strong></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by BETTER HELP -&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><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>