BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE

Introducing The Stars Ascending from Magic in the United States.Follow the show: Magic in the United States Open almost any newspaper and you’ll find your horoscope. But this form of Western astrology has a long and complex history. It began thousands of years ago in Mesopotamia before European settlers brought it to North America, where they used it in farming and for answering questions. In this episode, we learn how astrology has survived and evolved in the United States and ask: is astrology a science or pseudoscience? Magic or art? Psychological tool or a divination method? The answer might just be like the stars: all of the above. Featuring Nicholas Campion, Tres Henry, Michael York, and Jake Zukowski. 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].

Vanderpump Rules. Now that the era has ended, we look back at the highs and lows, clarify Scheana, Lala and Schwartzy’s upcoming roles on The Valley, discuss the effect Rachel Leviss had on the eleven season series, analyze whether Leviss’ return could have saved the show for the OGs, chat the unfortunate closing of Schwartz and Sandy's and break down when the new rebooted VPR will likely drop on our Bravo screens. In other news, Jax Taylor is involved in a hit and run which story and facts seem to get stranger by the week, Erika shades Garcelle and Erika, Sutton  offers Kyle unsolicited advice, Andy and the audience loves Jennifer Tilly, Boz opens up, Dorit continues her reign of excellence and so much more as this stellar season of RHOBH chugs along. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY:  ONESKIN- oneskin.co (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off The Skin Care Which Targets The Root Causes Of Aging)  INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility)  LIPOZENE - Lipozene.com (One of Americas Most Trusted Weight Management Supplements Starting At Just $29.95) PAIR EYEWEAR - paireyewear.com (Shop The Holiday Sale To Save 20% Sitewide and Support The Show By mentioning That BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE Sent You In Your Post-Checkout Survey! Infinite Possibilities of Stylish Frames)  GOBBLE gobble.com/velvet ($120 Off Across 4 Boxes, Plus Free Shipping and Free Cookies on Gobble’s Lean and Clean Dinner Subscription) LOLAVIE - lolavie.com (Celebrate The Holidays With Stronger Healthier Hair With An Exclusive 15% Off Your Entire Order With Code VELVET15) 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

A few weeks ago we discussed Margaret Josephs and Dorinda Medley’s new rumored feud which started on Jeff Lewis Live.  Today we share updates on this feud, separate fact from fiction, address the rumors that poor ticket sales led to the cancellation of their live show, reference our previous discussion on this matter, discuss Teresa’s narrative that it is all Marge’s fault and analyze just how severe this feud is and what happens next for these once friends. Jennifer Aydin keeps acting out trying to avoid the inevitable alleged end of her RHONJ future. Melissa Gorga claps back at Kiki Barth explaining, with the help of Joey G, all the many reasons she has a gazillion followers. Heather Gay claims Monica Garcia told her she tried to kiss Sharrieff Shah in a parking lot gas station - only in Utah, was pinning after him for years, had an affair and so much more as Monica, Sharrieff and Jen Shah - from prison - strongly deny any and all of Ms. Gay’s allegations. Finally, we share updates on the pause and return, if ever, of RHONJ and next potential seasons of RHONY and Vanderpump Rules.  @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Belinda Carlisle steps Behind The Rope.  Music Legend, Icon, Go-Go, Member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Belinda Carlisle, that is.  Belinda is here to chat about the full anthology of her career both as lead singer of the first female band to write their own music and play their own instruments, The Go-Go’s, as well as a decades long solo career most can only dream of.  Belinda chats the early days of Beauty and the Beat, Vacation and Talk Show, breaking up, making up, God Bless The Go-Go’s, Mad, Heaven and more. Still going strong today, despite claiming “the end” of performing together, Belinda chats upcoming solo dates as well as Go-Go appearances at the Cruel World Festival and Coachella in 2025. Finally, Belinda talks a cause near and dear to her heart, her own Animal People Alliance which helps provide the highest standards of care to street animals in India and Thailand. For all who want to support this epic cause, join our Pod December 12th at The Abbey in West Hollywood with guests Sandra Bernhard, Taylor Dayne and Michelle Visage. @travels_with_mrs_mason @officialgogos @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef To Purchase Tickets To Belinda Carlisle’s Christmas Party At The Abbey -https://www.animalpeoplealliance.net BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY:  LOLAVIE - lolavie.com (Celebrate The Holidays With Stronger Healthier Hair With An Exclusive 15% Off Your Entire Order With Code VELVET15) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility)  LIPOZENE - Lipozene.com (One of Americas Most Trusted Weight Management Supplements Starting At Just $29.95) ONESKIN- oneskin.co (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off The Skin Care Which Targets The Root Causes Of Aging)  PAIR EYEWEAR - paireyewear.com (Shop The Holiday Sale To Save 20% Sitewide and Support The Show By mentioning That BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE Sent You In Your Post-Checkout Survey! Infinite Possibilities of Stylish Frames)  GOBBLE gobble.com/velvet ($120 Off Across 4 Boxes, Plus Free Shipping and Free Cookies on Gobble’s Lean and Clean Dinner Subscription) 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