Game On, Bitch | Betrayals & Power Moves | Montecito Ep 3
The morning after brings no peace. At the hospital, Deacon (Peter Porte) and JJ (Mike Manning) trade barbs while Mina (Chelsea Rendon) and Deacon’s crumbling marriage is laid bare behind closed doors. As tensions rise, Deacon walks away—leaving Mina to fight for control alone.Bethany Gina (Emme Rylan) returns to Montecito, warning JJ of a looming board revolt, while Mina draws strength from her comatose father and sets her sights on power. An uneasy apology sparks a new rivalry, and the game turns personal.Crystal Chappell as Helena Granville-BelascoVincent Irizarry as Bradley BelascoMike Manning as JJ RomanPeter Porte as Deacon GranvilleChelsea Rendon as Mina Rast-GranvilleEmme Rylan as Bethany Gina Roman-QuinnMarc Anthony Samuel as Gio CarreriJake Getman as Diego GranvillleKelly Thiebaud as Dr. Layla CarreriAnnouncing by Rick Hearst Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly drama drops.Which side are you on— Bethany Gina or Mina? Let us know in the comments.Like MONTECITO on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montecitoseriesSubscribe to MONTECITO on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/montecito/id1806842214Watch MONTECITO on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MontecitoSeries
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Montecito After Sunset: Behind the Scenes of Episode 2 | Audio Soap Podcast
In this behind-the-scenes dive, we pick up right where the chaos of Episode 1 left off. Helena kicks Mina out, and we get into the layered dynamic between these two powerhouses — including candid conversations about crafting Mina.We also unpack Deacon and Gio’s tender, tentative reconnection: fidgety moments and that subtle, emotional score. From tasers to titles (“Mrs. Deacon Granville” anyone?), Mina’s in full-on attack mode — and Bethany Gina’s shadow looms large over the entire episode. Submit your questions on Facebook and in the YouTube commentsLike MONTECITO on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montecitoseriesSubscribe to MONTECITO on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/montecito/id1806842214Watch MONTECITO on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MontecitoSeries
Step inside the elevator—because in Montecito, everyone’s trying to go up.In this behind-the-scenes episode, we pull back the curtain on the glamorous chaos of Montecito, where family drama simmers beneath polished smiles. Episode 1unfolds in real time, capturing the tension of a public event where everyone’s on their best behavior... or at least pretending to be.Plus, we dive into Gio’s dramatic return to town—a classic soap twist that shakes the foundation of Mina’s carefully controlled world. As fire alarms blare and secrets smolder, Gio and Deacon’s quiet connection raises the stakes. What does it mean for the future of the family—and for Mina’s grip on power?Submit your questions on Facebook and in the YouTube commentsLike MONTECITO on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montecitoseriesSubscribe to MONTECITO on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/montecito/id1806842214Watch MONTECITO on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MontecitoSeries
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Insecurities Are Loud | Old Wounds & a Stunning Surprise | Montecito Episode 2
The fallout from the fire alarm rings louder than the sirens. Helena (Crystal Chappell) and Mina (Chelsea Rendon) face off in a brutal confrontation. Meanwhile, Deacon (Peter Porte) and Gio (Marc Anthony Samuel) seek quiet refuge by the fire, where old wounds resurface and buried truths come to light. As they explore the path not taken, secrets smolder—about fatherhood, identity, and the cost of staying silent.Elsewhere, Mina spirals, JJ (Mike Manning) snaps, and a long-missing sister (Emme Rylan) returns with a shocking entrance—just as the sound of whirring blades cuts through the night. Crystal Chappell as Helena Granville-BelascoVincent Irizarry as Bradley BelascoMike Manning as JJ RomanPeter Porte as Deacon GranvilleChelsea Rendon as Mina Rast-GranvilleEmme Rylan as Bethany Gina Roman-QuinnMarc Anthony Samuel as Gio CarreriJake Getman as Diego GranvillleKelly Thiebaud as Dr. Layla CarreriAnnouncing by Rick Hearst Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly drama dropsWhich side are you on—Helana or JJ? Let us know in the comments.Like MONTECITO on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montecitoseriesSubscribe to MONTECITO on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/montecito/id1806842214Watch MONTECITO on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MontecitoSeries
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To Montecito! | Affairs, Secrets & Scandal Begin | Montecito Ep 1
The Pleasant View Resort and Beach Club throws open its doors with fanfare and secrets just beneath the surface. As Helena (Crystal Chappell) proudly ushers in a new chapter of her family's legacy, her son Deacon (Peter Porte) plays the part of devoted husband alongside the ambitious Mina (Chelsea Rendon). But behind the smiles, an affair burns hot with JJ (Mike Manning), grudges simmer, and a surprise guest (Marc Anthony Samuel) threatens to unravel it all. When tensions explode, one desperate move triggers chaos—setting the stage for scandal, betrayal, and the kind of reunion no one saw coming. Perfect for fans of soap operas, romantic thrillers, and serialized fiction podcasts.Crystal Chappell as Helena Granville-BelascoVincent Irizarry as Bradley BelascoMike Manning as JJ RomanPeter Porte as Deacon GranvilleChelsea Rendon as Mina Rast-GranvilleEmme Rylan as Bethany Gina Roman-QuinnMarc Anthony Samuel as Gio CarreriJake Getman as Diego GranvillleKelly Thiebaud as Dr. Layla CarreriAnnouncing by Rick Hearst Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly drama dropsLike MONTECITO on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montecitoseriesSubscribe to MONTECITO on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/montecito/id1806842214Watch MONTECITO on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MontecitoSeries
Under the shadows of Montecito’s towering palm trees there are those that fight to maintain success and those that plot to gain power. A narcissistic opportunist invades the lives of longtime residents and entangles them in her web of deception, sex and conflict on her way to the top.Prepare for a reimagining of the audio soap opera. Independently produced and created by Emmy Nominated producer Grant Rutter, this is Montecito. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays, starting Tuesday, April 22nd. Subscribe now and step into a world where everyone has something to hide... and everything to lose.Character Guide: Crystal Chappell as Helena Granville-Belasco, a strong willed mother who’s not afraid to get her hands dirty to protect her family. Vincent Irizarry as Bradley Belasco, the alpha business man and ageless playboy. Daytime Emmy Winner Mike Manning as JJ Roman, the reckless, alcoholic nepo-baby. Peter Porte as brooding Deacon Granville, the trapped husband burdened by a moral obligation. Chelsea Rendon as treacherous Mina Rast-Granville, the malignant narcissist with an iron grip on her Montecito lifestyle and marriage of convenience. Emme Rylan as business maven Bethany Gina Roman-Quinn the overbearing sister and overachieving COO. Marc Anthony Samuel as even-keeled Gio Carreri, the returning resident confronted with his past from all angles. Kelly Thiebaud as straight-talking Dr. Layla Carreri. Jake Getman as Diego Granville, a young man caught in the eye of the storm.
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