COUNTESS LUANN (on Dorinda’s Traitors, RHONJ Cancelled Reunion, Sandoval, Rebecca Minkoff & Cabaret!)

Kevin Lee steps Behind The Rope. Beverly Hills Shi Shi Shi!!!! The Man, the Myth, the Legend, the Icon. Never has a guest star on Housewives made such a splash with one sentence which became the tag line of his life with countless fans stopping him daily around the world to utter those three words, “shi, shi, shi”.  Kevin talks about how, although life changed as a result of his RHOBH appearance, he has had a successful wedding and event planning biz for a long time prior. Kevin talks celeb clients - Brad Pitt, Jennifer Aniston, Tom Cruise, Drew Barrymore, Oprah!, The Kardashians, working with billionaires who have no budget, wedding do’s and don’ts, his special Kevin Lee flair and having the character Franck Eggelhoffer from Father of the Bride based on him.  Of course, Kevin talks lifelong client and friend Lisa Vanderpump, throwing Pandora’s wedding, planning Kyle Richards SoFi stadium “White Party" featured last season on RHOBH, the fall out between Kyle and LVP, Kyle and Mauricio, what Lisa Vanderpump told him about returning to RHOBH and much more.  Of course, we also address that time he “fat shamed” Katie Maloney on Vanderpump Rules and the world came for him.  Kevin mentions it all in this epic, iconic chat which had us smiling from ear to ear! @luxuryeventsbykevinlee @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: GREENLIGHT - greenlight.com/velvetrope (Sign Up For Greenlight Today and Get Your First Month Free Of the Debit Card and Money App Made For Families) LOLAVIE - lolavie.com/VELVET (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off Jennifer Aniston’s Award Winning Hair Care) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introducing AI & The Productivity Paradox from Smart Talks with IBM.Follow the show: Smart Talks with IBMIn a rapidly evolving world, we need to balance the fear surrounding AI and its role in the workplace with its potential to drive productivity growth. In this special live episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Malcolm Gladwell is joined onstage during NY Tech Week by Rob Thomas, Senior Vice President of Software and Chief Commercial Officer at IBM. They discuss “the productivity paradox”, the importance of open source AI, and a future where AI will touch every industry.  This is a paid advertisement from IBM. The conversations on this podcast don't necessarily represent IBM's positions, strategies or opinions. Visit us at https://www.ibm.com/think/podcasts/smart-talksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].

Noelle Reno from Ladies of London Steps Behind The Rope. Nicole is here to help us take a trip down memory lane regarding the best Bravo show that is currently no longer on, Ladies of London. We discuss the highs and lows, the drama on and off air and why this show is no longer on the air. Of course, we discuss her cast mates Caroline Stanbury, Marissa Hermer, Juliet Angus, Annabelle Neilson, Caprice Bourret, and Julie Montagu as well as her other Ladies of London Sophie Stanbury, Adela King and Caroline Fleming. If you love this Bravo classic as much as we do here Behind The Rope, this is an episode not to be missed and we figured today the perfect day to share this blast from the past chat with the one and only Noelle Reno.  @noellereno @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: GREENLIGHT - greenlight.com/velvetrope (Sign Up For Greenlight Today and Get Your First Month Free Of the Debit Card and Money App Made For Families) LOLAVIE - lolavie.com/VELVET (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off Jennifer Aniston’s Award Winning Hair Care) HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility)  TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RHONJ Reunion Alternatives. We break down all of the rumors about possible alternatives to the cancelled RHONJ Reunion, the likelihood that each or any of them will happen, the RHONJ pause that is coming in less than 6 weeks and what Season 15 is likely to look like. Of course, we also talk about the real reasons the RHONJ Reunion is cancelled.  Lisa Barlow has been sued over alleged Vida Tequilla unpaid loans, Lisa claps back and we prepare for RHOSLC Season 5. Daddy Cohen promises RHOM will be back. RHODubai is unlikely to be back and RHOA is still stalled as Kenya Moore releases statements, tweets and spends a lot of time on IG professing her innocence.  Keiarna Stewart sues Deborah Williams over RHOP Season 8 fight, Nene has a new Lifetime show, Bethenny stars in Lifetime’s “Danger in the Dorm” and last, but certainly not least, Kyle Richards makes it clear her and Dorit are not in a good place. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility)  FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Siggy Flicker steps Behind The Rope. Siggy is here to chat all about her time on RHONJ - the highs and lows, filming with a Teresa and Melissa that did not get along then, after she left or now and her once friend Dolores who she came on the show with.  Of course in typical Siggy fashion she does not hold back when discussing her epic fall out with Margaret Josephs, clarifies prior recent statements she has made about Marge and discusses all of the producer involvement, manipulation and favoritism she witnessed and experienced during her RHONJ run.  Speaking of Producers, we discuss the toxic nature of RHONJ, explain why people are so passionate and furious about Team Tre vs. Team Mel, how RHONJ has filmed an entire season with two main cast members who refuse to utter a word to each other and what the future could realistically look like. Buckle Up! @siggy.flicker @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: GREENLIGHT - greenlight.com/velvetrope (Sign Up For Greenlight Today and Get Your First Month Free Of the Debit Card and Money App Made For Families) LOLAVIE - lolavie.com/VELVET (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off Jennifer Aniston’s Award Winning Hair Care) HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) KALM WITH KAVA - kalmwithkava.com/podcast (Use Code VELVETROPE10 for Your First Purchase of the Ultimate Relaxation Beverage) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility)  TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Visit One of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ Locations or Order Online or Through Their App Their Summer Mocktail Smoothies) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another day, another mystery as to Kenya Moore’s RHOA future. With still no answer on whether Kenya will return for next season fo RHOA, we break down the latest in this ongoing drama and break down Kandi’s recent comments about Kenya’s actions. The bad facts against Luis Ruelas latest biz venture, Vinivia, continue to mount as we break down the likelihood that Tre is repeating history and has ended with a man that will land right back in the same place as the last.  In other news, Jax is linked to yet another mystery woman who promises screen shots, texts and pics detailing their affair. Ok we are listening. Finally, we embrace for an epic season of RHOC about to begin in less than 2 weeks with a Tamra Heather alliance, isolated Shannon, messy Gina, confused Emily and much, much more. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer House’s Danielle Olivera steps Behind The Rope. The more things change, the more they stay the same. Or do they? With the current season of Summer House done and wrapped now that the reunion has come to a close, we figured today the perfect day to share this blast from the past chat with the one and only Danielle Olivera.  We talk Summer House, cast mates, how far the show has come since Season One, roommates from the past gone but not forgotten, the ups and downs of Kyle and Amanda and last, but certainly not least, whether there was any foreshadowing regarding Carl and Lindsay  @danielleolivera @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef  BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) BADLANDS PETS - SUPERFOOD COMPLETE - badlandsranch.com/Velvet  (50% Off Your Regular-Priced Order w/ a 90-Day Money-Back Guarantee on Dog Food Vital To Your Dog’s Health) CROCS - crocs.com (20% Off Crocs’ New Brooklyn, Miami & Getaway Sandals with Code Sandals20) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) KALM WITH KAVA - kalmwithkava.com/podcast (Use Code VELVETROPE10 for Your First Purchase of the Ultimate Relaxation Beverage) THIS WAS US (Check Out This New Podcast As The Cast of This Is Us Relives Each Episode Every Tuesday on Apple, Spotify and YouTube) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Celebrate National Smoothie Day - Tropic Rewards® Members Get a Free Smoothie On June 21 With Bowl or Food Purchase) WOOGA (Download June’s Journey Now on your iOS or Android Device) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility)  ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RHONJ Season 14, Episode 7. Half way through and, finally, something has happened. In typical Margaret fashion, Marge reveals private texts between her and Jackie where Jackie calls Dolo a slob. Jackie also says she hates Dolo which, even though everyone seems to have forgotten that, we focus on that here today. You are welcome. Dolo put on her readers and gets angry, Aydin sees, hears and reveals all, Tre slams John and Rachel, Rachel and John clap back, Joey Gorga pretends, again, he is still in college and last, but certainly not least, Messy G thinks her Johnnie Walker Blue Label is bugged.  All this and more as we share the second half of our first ever live show where no question was off limits and pleading the fifth was not an option.  With the one and only Andrea Lopez.  @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Listen Now: https://www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rumors continue to swirl that Summer House’s Kyle and Amanda are headed for divorce. We break down these rumors and discuss the likelihood that Kyle and Amanda are headed for Carl and Lindsay territory as the entire SH gang returns to the states after celebrating Andrea Denver’s wedding in Italy.  While all the rumors - most of which we think we started - whops - continue to permeate the BravoVerse about the future of RHONJ, we discuss how we got here, the likelihood anyone will be back, why people are over watching this season, what a total reboot would look like and why RHONJ is the most toxic of all the franchises ever.  Speaking of reboots, we discuss the Vanderpump Rules’ cast latest problems with producers and likelihood VPR will be back on our TV screens anytime soon. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) BADLANDS PETS - SUPERFOOD COMPLETE - badlandsranch.com/Velvet  (50% Off Your Regular-Priced Order w/ a 90-Day Money-Back Guarantee on Dog Food Vital To Your Dog’s Health) CROCS - crocs.com (20% Off Crocs’ New Brooklyn, Miami & Getaway Sandals with Code Sandals20) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) KALM WITH KAVA - kalmwithkava.com/podcast (Use Code VELVETROPE10 for Your First Purchase of the Ultimate Relaxation Beverage) THIS WAS US (Check Out This New Podcast As The Cast of This Is Us Relives Each Episode Every Tuesday on Apple, Spotify and YouTube) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Celebrate National Smoothie Day - Tropic Rewards® Members Get a Free Smoothie On June 21 With Bowl or Food Purchase) WOOGA (Download June’s Journey Now on your iOS or Android Device) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility)  ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Vanderpump Rules done and finished for the season, the cast certainly seems to be talking a lot. We break down all the drama that has been going on over the past week with Katie, Lala and all of Tom Sandoval’s friends, ex-friends and girlfriend while he is away in Scotland filming our latest obsession - The Traitors. The RHOC trailer packs a mighty punch - Shannon vs Tamra, Jen Pedantri’s man and the FBI, a newbie coming for Queen Dubrow, Teddi Mellencamp with the shade, Sutton Stracke and one angry Archie Beador. We break it all down and share updates on RHOA, RHOP and more. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: HONEYLOVE - honeylove.com/velvet (20% Off On The Best Shapewear & Bras On The Market) BADLANDS PETS - SUPERFOOD COMPLETE - badlandsranch.com/Velvet  (50% Off Your Regular-Priced Order w/ a 90-Day Money-Back Guarantee on Dog Food Vital To Your Dog’s Health) CROCS - crocs.com (20% Off Crocs’ New Brooklyn, Miami & Getaway Sandals with Code Sandals20) FIJI WATER - www.fijiwater.com (Pick Up The #1 Premium Imported Bottled Water Brand In The US At a Store Near You or Order Online) KALM WITH KAVA - kalmwithkava.com/podcast (Use Code VELVETROPE10 for Your First Purchase of the Ultimate Relaxation Beverage) THIS WAS US (Check Out This New Podcast As The Cast of This Is Us Relives Each Episode Every Tuesday on Apple, Spotify and YouTube) TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE (Celebrate National Smoothie Day - Tropic Rewards® Members Get a Free Smoothie On June 21 With Bowl or Food Purchase) WOOGA (Download June’s Journey Now on your iOS or Android Device) BETTERHELP - betterhelp.com/velvetrope (This Episode Is Brought To You By BetterHelp. Get 10% Off Your First Month) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility)  ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact [email protected] MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices