BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE

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Come step ‘Behind The Velvet Rope’ with all your favorite TV stars and pop culture icons with host David Yontef as he asks his guests all the pressing questions YOU want answered!  David’s relaxed, friendly interview style has welcomed a wide variety of guests -- from Real Housewives, musicians, comedians, actors, reality stars, designers, Bravolebrities and more!  Behind the Velvet Rope has been mentioned in publications and media like Vanity Fair, The Today Show, Variety, The Wall Street Journal People, TMZ, Page Six, OK! Magazine, Us Weekly, Entertainment Tonight, ExtraTV, Billboard Magazine, Telemundo, Marie Claire, the Wendy Williams Show, Life & Style, Access Hollywood, Perez Hilton, The Daily Mail, Radar Online, Bravo Daily Dish, E!, The Sun, Just Jared, InStyle, Watch What Happens Live, Architectural Digest, Fox News, Hollywood Life, Too Fab, Rolling Stone, USA Today, MSN, The Drew Barrymore Show, Yahoo Online, The Mirror, Women's Health and more!  Ranked #1 Real Housewives / Reality TV Podcast by BuzzFeed!FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES - PLEASE CONTACT david@advertising-execs.com Subscribe to Behind the Velvet Rope on Patreon for special bonus episodes:https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope 

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Recent Episodes
  • Teresa Plans To Reconcile w/ RHONJ Cast, Gia’s Warning From Bravo, Kyle Plays Dumb & Summer House Cast Changes
    Jun 11, 2025 – 01:07:19
  • RACHEL ZOE JOINS RHOBH (Who She Will Fight With, Who She Will Align With & The Real Reason Why She Was Cast)
    Jun 10, 2025 – 39:33
  • RHONJ Season 15 Cast, Teresa Loses Power Struggle w/ Bravo & The Chrisleys’ Dark Marriage Secrets Exposed
    Jun 10, 2025 – 01:09:37
  • What Kyle Is Hiding From Us Now, Camille’s Needed RHOBH Return & Who Will Replace Teresa on RHONJ
    Jun 9, 2025 – 01:12:05
  • Brti Eady Sues Bravo For $20M, Paige, Carl(?), Lexi(?) Quit Summer House & Teddi Mellencamp's RHOBH Return
    Jun 8, 2025 – 39:39
  • MOOD
    Jun 8, 2025 – 48:29
  • Bravo Rejects Teresa's Ultimatum, Luann Engaged(?), Tre's New Low & BravoCon's Shocking Guest List Update
    Jun 7, 2025 – 22:46
  • Real Reason Jen Aydin is Furious w/ Teresa, Leah McSweeney's New Claim Against Andy & Garcelle's OMG News
    Jun 6, 2025 – 36:13
  • Kyle’s RHOBH Exit, Jennifer Tilly’s Concern For Sutton, Rinna/ Camille Run In & Drew Sidora’s Messiness
    Jun 6, 2025 – 01:10:19
  • RHONJ's Future, BravoCon's "Not Invited" List, Ariana/ LVP Not Speaking & Teresa Takes Our Advice
    Jun 5, 2025 – 01:04:27
  • Dolores’ Past Returns To Haunt Her, Erika Jayne’s Issue w/ LVP, Doute's Revenge & Southern Charm Spin Off
    Jun 4, 2025 – 01:00:27
  • BravoCon RHONJ Panel, Teresa's Upcoming RHONJ Contract, Denise Richards' Mess & Gia Giudice's School Scandal
    Jun 3, 2025 – 41:31
  • MEG DONNELLY (on American Housewife, Lisa Vanderpump, Zombies, Carrie Underwood & Masked Singer)
    Jun 3, 2025 – 43:46
  • MELISSA RIVERS (on Teresa/ Melissa's Joint RHONJ Plan, RHOBH Season 15, RHORI's Expectations & Diddy's Trial)
    Jun 2, 2025 – 01:02:44
  • Teresa Gets Angry and Hits Traitors Hurdle, The Chrisleys Get Pardoned & Sonja Morgan Stiffs Another Vendor
    Jun 1, 2025 – 42:29
  • TODD & JULIE CHRISLEY (on Highs & Lows, Setbacks, Family, Drama & Reality TV)
    Jun 1, 2025 – 46:00
  • Teresa Dropped By Aydin For Dolores, Melissa's New Alliance, LVP Traumatizes Cast & Shocking RHOSLC Lawsuit
    May 31, 2025 – 19:01
  • Teresa’s Rude Awakening About Her New Life, Denise Richards’ Daughters’ Feud & Gia Giudice's Arrogance
    May 30, 2025 – 01:02:38
  • Bethenny Frankel’s Fake On Line Persona, Ashley Darby’s Shocking Revelation, Lisa Rinna’s Set Back & RHOP New Cast
    May 29, 2025 – 01:04:34
  • Real Housewives of Rhode Island Cast Reveal, Ariana Sh$ts on VPR & London Housewives' Familiar Face
    May 28, 2025 – 54:31
  • Dolores' Latest FU To Teresa, Gia Claps Back, RHONJ Cast Isolates Tre & Jesse Solomon's Bravoleb Crush
    May 27, 2025 – 37:43
  • Where Dorit & Kyle Go Next, Truth About Sonja Morgan's Troubles and Family & Bethenny Frankel's Loss
    May 27, 2025 – 01:02:52
  • CYNTHIA BAILEY (on RHOA, Kenya Moore, Cast Mates, Kyle Richards & More!) - II
    May 26, 2025 – 57:09
  • Dolores Catania Moves to Rhode Island, Teresa's New Leaked Fake Story & Erika Jayne Fu$ks Jesse Solomon
    May 25, 2025 – 39:15
  • CYNTHIA BAILEY (on RHOA, Kenya Moore, Cast Mates, Kyle Richards & More!)
    May 25, 2025 – 56:02
  • The Gorgas Seem To Violate Their NDA, Dolores Gets Angrier At Tre & Andy Cohen's Words Are Used Against Him
    May 24, 2025 – 20:31
  • Truth Behind Teddi’s Divorce, Andy Cohen Claps Back, Kyle’s Daughter Walks Out & Ariana’s Warning To Bravo
    May 23, 2025 – 01:14:06
  • Teresa Not Going To BravoCon, Dorit's Big Win, OG’s Return To RHONY & Our Hamptons Run In w/ Sonja Morgan
    May 22, 2025 – 01:05:43
  • Dolores Catania’s Mishap, The Valley’s Cast Shake Up, Teddi’s RHOBH Return & Andy’s Final Attempt At RHONY
    May 21, 2025 – 01:03:36
  • Kyle & Dorit Make Up, Joe Gorga Confirms Wife Swap & Danielle Staub Calls Margaret a Thief & Laughs At Dolo
    May 20, 2025 – 40:39
  • Thomas Ravenel Slams Patricia Altschul As Disgusting, Sutton/ Garcelle's New Set Back & Shamea Cries Over Porsha
    May 20, 2025 – 01:05:18
  • LVP’s Inevitable RHOBH Return, Kristen Doute’s Spin Off, Jax Plays Us All & Stassi and Beau’s Red Flags
    May 19, 2025 – 01:03:37
  • Teresa Giudice Responds To Us! (& Lies), Gia Uses Aunt Melissa & Sonja Morgan Almost Arrested (Again!)
    May 18, 2025 – 42:15
  • Vanderpump Villa's Hannah & Hagen (On LVP, Stassi, Secret Lives of Moron Wives, Demi & Marciano Drama & VPR)
    May 18, 2025 – 36:12
  • Truth Behind Dolores & Teresa’s Friendship, Monica Garcia’s RHOSLC Return & Teresa / Luis’ New Gig Post RHONJ
    May 17, 2025 – 23:30
  • Teresa’s Shady New Business, Kyle Richards’ Pain & Our Visit Back To Something About Her (In Disguise)
    May 16, 2025 – 01:10:47
  • What RHOBH Producers Hid About Dorit, Kyle’s Warning From Bravo & Sutton’s Fake Assistant
    May 15, 2025 – 01:02:02
  • Bravo's 4 New Shows, Gia Feuds w/ Everyone, Mauricio Goes Wild, Dolo's Scare & LVP Labeled "Manipulative"
    May 14, 2025 – 53:28
  • Andy Doubles Down On RHONJ Cancelation, Sonja Morgan Dines & Dashes and Teresa's 5 Stages of Grief Post RHONJ
    May 13, 2025 – 42:02
  • Dorit & PK's Latest Setback, RHOC Cast Trip Scandal & Meredith Mark's Suspension / RHOSLC Filming Leaks
    May 13, 2025 – 01:06:11
  • LVP Loses It, Stassi’s Good/Bad News, Paige Becomes The New Ariana & Summer House’s Epic Fail
    May 12, 2025 – 58:44
  • RHONJ & RHONY Cancelled, Why Housewives of Rhode Island Is The New RHONJ & Another New Gorga Show Coming
    May 11, 2025 – 43:21
  • sMothered, Real Housewives, Dance Moms & More (w/ Catherine & Gabriella Vigorito)
    May 11, 2025 – 42:46
  • TThe Real Housewives of Rhode Island, Kyle's Role in Garcelle's Exit & Our New Feuds w/ Housewives
    May 10, 2025 – 18:48
  • RHOC Filming Wraps w/ an Explosive Feud & Possible Firings, LVP Is No Longer Present & How To Fix Summer House
    May 9, 2025 – 01:11:43
  • What We Need Luis Ruelas' Help On, Candiace Dillard RHOP Return(?), Karen Thrives In Jail & Love Hotel Review
    May 8, 2025 – 01:12:32
  • Margaret Josephs' RHONJ Win, Andy Cohen's Wild Night, Dolo's Relief, RHOM Returns & How To Fix Bravo
    May 7, 2025 – 01:05:48
  • Teresa Giudice on The Traitors!, Crazy RHOBH Casting Decisions & The Truth Behind PK and His New Woman
    May 6, 2025 – 37:53
  • LILI TAYLOR (on Mystic Pizza, I Shot Andy Warhol, Parker Posey, White Lotus, Madonna, The '90s & Birds)
    May 6, 2025 – 01:07:32
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    May 5, 2025 – 01:14:20
Recent Reviews
  • Seniors are Beautiful
    😍😍😍
    I really enjoy your show! I listen every night. I appreciate that you don’t talk politics. I do know Travis Kelce trains in Miami every year with a personal trainer. Also, I love you and Sarah Fraser together.
  • Tari J
    The Ads!
    I’ve been a listener since day one and have always loved David’s take on things. I’ve been finding myself skipping episodes now because the ads and promo conversations are unbearable at this point. The way they’re cut in is really jarring. I hate to miss the content, but I will likely unsubscribe if it doesn’t improve soon.
  • bananrama98
    RHORI
    love your coverage and i agree that tre is better than dolo. hot takes like none other. glad i found you.
  • csanders 35
    David 🏆
    Best Podcast Around. I’ve listened since day one. Always anxiously awaiting the next drop. David is always right in his predictions. Serves the best tea, wraps it all with his comedic sense of humor. I can’t get enough. A must listen.
  • PWade03
    Completely misleading podcast titles
    He needs to do timestamps because he never discusses what is in the captions, super annoying
  • Velvet roper
    Patricia
    Behind the Velvet Rope is the best commentary..David Yontef is excellent
  • Jragains
    Ads out of control
    Not interesting enough to deal with all the ads. And it won’t change. Because David makes it known he doesn’t care.
  • La Critiquesse
    Too Many Ads!
    On a 15 min podcast, David spoke for under 5 minutes. IT WAS ALL ADS!! Practices like this should be illegal and it’s frankly just pathetic.
  • bravoandmezcal16
    Patrick and pol AGAIN???
    David please. They are so boring. Such a snooze. And they never actually say anything tea worthy or of substance.Skipping their episodes from here on out.
  • AuntieEKY
    SweetTea
    Funny , Informative , Caustic , Triggering where it counts !! LOVE Listening… Keep them Coming 🫢!!
  • Hallie's Mom
    Behind the Velvet Rope
    Come on now. David repeats this is just a quick hit about 30 times. Talks about food. Says he has a lot to say, but then runs out of time.
  • Pinkrobot93
    Hm
    Psychic source called Garcelle Gizelle a few times in the last ep. But when Sarah mixes up the Toms david is quick to correct.
  • Hello999990000
    Please skip!!
    I love Bravo and will listen to most podcasts about it. I started to wonder why I keep skipping this one and now I remember. The host is so ignorant. It’s gross!!!
  • MV4AR
    Must Listen
    One of the very best pop culture and recap podcasts. Tons of interesting interviews and daily podcasts. But if you are smart, you will listen and learn a lot of practical tips about money, goals and life management . Love it
  • Ljh66
    Love me some David Yontef!
    Really enjoying the podcast again of late. I had stepped away for a while but have gotten back into it big time! David has gotten so funny! I’m finding him very likeable. My only gripe are the 20min episodes that are literally 15 mins of ads. That’s so gross David.
  • Kakalakaboom
    Super good podcast!!!
    This podcast blasts straight heavenly radio waves into my ear drums, I am proud to experience this godly podcast
  • DERO27
    Too Many Commercials!
    I’ve taken a liking to this show BUT whoever edits really needs to pay attention to the absolutely awful abrupt commercial breaks! They come out of nowhere and break up the conversation rather than a natural pause.
  • MadonnaMia13
    Hallie’s Mom Needs a Life
    That’s right - the haters are still making you famous! It’s a question I’m asking myself more and more lately as David seems to still be the only podcast host not afraid to speak his mind. Own it all honey!!!! If people wanted you to speak kindly about them, they should have behaved better!
  • No Filterd
    Dude is a jerk
    Not a nice person, big ego (why?), annoying voice
  • CeeDubs82
    So good!
    Love the episodes with Amir! And love Dr Mann! Those are definitely my favorite! Please more quick hits too
  • Tired Housewife of 6
    Funny and great insight!
    Love love love David! Great insight and spot on life advice I am also a nurse and listen to you and Sarah on my 20 min lunch break to decompress and you always make me laugh. You help me get through the day!
  • Schilling1311
    Love
    I’ve been listening for years And keep coming back because you say it how it is. Love your thoughts on Tre. So true and love that you speak the truth! Living for it!
  • mugsy207
    Yes! More JLL!!
    I am quick to listen to any Jeff Lewis Live content. Patrik and Pol are hysterical—that show is like a daily reality show in real time. Thanks!
  • i want the lying game now!
    Word salad
    He repeats all the time to make his podcast longer so he can throw in more commercials. Must have been the speech writer for Kamala. Other podcasts covering those topics actually cover the topic and not talk about themselves all the time and repeat themselves constantly.
  • -so sick of it
    Occasional listener
    needs more inside scoops to make me a regular
  • candibold
    Ya know what I’m saying ?
    Flava flav needs to learn how to do an interview without asking if you know what I’m saying before and after every sentence ! That was a hard one to get through thank god it was only 29 minutes
  • lev.a7
    David has been crushing it with these guest appearances
    One of the best bravo podcasts! There’s a reason why he’s actually been on featured on show not once but twice!! Have been listening for years and will continue to!!!
  • Bulsonator
    One of my favorites!
    If you love bravo content you will love this podcast!!! I corrected the host on instagram and they immediately acknowledged the mistake (which many hosts do not do)
  • MillsHills
    Used to love this
    Used to love this but it had become so negative. What used to be a guilty pleasure has become so insufferable.
  • I know this, much is…
    Painful
    Just brutal
  • TaffyDavenport
    Too Many Commercials
    I enjoy the show, but I’m sick of spending half of my time fast forwarding through the many commercials.
  • solomonsebastian
    Teddi
    Very serious for TM & I agree with you David! She should do whatever she wants! She should shut down two teas in a pod forever. She should shut down her Instagram forever. She should love her children forever while she can. She should stop with her forever. Those children will need their father Edwin for everything coming . Teddi saying that she was divorcing their father ; needs to stop. I don’t know how Teddi can physically get permission to ride horses, but whatever that’s about Good for her. Teddi should leave Bravo altogether and have her private life with her long-term friends and her family and just live out the rest of her life. With happiness.
  • KatienGuinness
    No
    I don’t usually bother to write bad reviews but the weird threats over the airwaves were off putting. I specifically listened to one show that had a recognizable name in the title only to hear him threatening her and saying she can BLANK “the 10 incher”….. gross obnoxious and rude…. Will never listen again.
  • 410mstahl
    New interviews.
    Can you not get the housewives to come on anymore? The blasts from the past are so irrelevant. 🤦🏼‍♀️
  • Walker0629
    New find
    Great show and love your honesty and humor!! I’m a new listener so thanks!!
  • angelaaa305
    Love the podcast
    Love how real David keeps it!!
  • MsSassyPantz5
    Psychic source
    I’ve always loved David & his straight shooting, funny, original & unapologetic podcast but I’m really loving his new psychic source segments!
  • xsjauny
    No
    No on Kathryn and patreek please
  • Gls.catolica
    Love it
    Love every minute
  • Mooooooorina
    Ditch Kathryn, Keep Sarah
    Kathryn brings absolutely nothing. I’ve been a die hard bravo fan for years and I cannot remember her to save my life. She’s giving Dana for trying to be relevant. On the other hand, love Sarah Frasure!! Great commentary and professional.
  • vlakas65
    Anti Christianity slurs
    We get that you are Jewish and respect you and have gone to bat for the Jewish community. Please stop saying Jesus. f— ing Christ. It is not cute. It is disgusting and it is an insult to those of us who listen to your podcast. You have enough education to know better- so do better.
  • Nmac30
    Wrong about super hero community
    I need Sarah to do a little more research on topics. I am part of the geek community. Who was a big Ryan fan. The geek community is talking about this controversy. Most are team Justin.
  • Jazzy JFS
    Thank you!
    Thank you so much for helping me escape my reality each day! I respect how hard you work to provide new and interesting programs multiple times a day, especially on Patreon! You’re making an escapism difference !!!! xoxo
  • Raleighsmomma
    My daily go-to
    This has quickly become my absolute favorite podcast and my daily fix for all celeb and BRAVO news! Love all the insider tea and nicknames. David and Sarah are a crack-up together. Love you guys! So authentic and fun!
  • Seetpea7
    ⭐️
    Not worth a listen, 2 weeks behind on all the gossip… and repeats himself over and over again! 🤮🤮
  • CLS/mom of five
    Sarah/Jen Shah
    I 100% agree with everything Sarah said about Jen & coach. I too will never watch her on TV. Thank you for saying exactly what I think.
  • TexasGirl12821
    Doing GREAT
    next 4 years are going to be a political nightmare, so I have decided to say something POSITIVE to everyday and send that out into the universe 🫶🏻 You are killing it David! YEAH YOU
  • samandkiki
    So good
    It was a grower not a shower, but it’s ones of my go to shows now!
  • rachelu
    Like David’s honesty
    David, your podcast inspires me because you speak your truth. You are a worker and observer of society and I agree with so many of your opinions. I like how you have a pulse on reality TV while also not being garaje to express your opinions even if they’re not popular. You also don’t care what people think. Love your rapport with Sara Fraser.
  • Stoney2322
    Not for me anymore
    I used to be a loyal listener and Patreon subscriber. I listened to an ep for the first time in a while and it’s just too negative. Pop culture is a clown show and I prefer pods that lead with humorous analysis. This podcast is mostly just housewives drama with a negative spin. It’s so tired. David can do whatever he wants-it’s his pod. But I’m moving on to pods that make me smile.
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