Rivals: The Official Podcast

Hosted by Pandora Sykes, "Rivals: The Official Podcast" continues to celebrate the second season of "Rivals", based on the late Dame Jilly Cooper’s Rutshire Chronicles. In this episode, Pandora sits down with David Tennant and Claire Rushbrook, starring as Lord and Lady Baddingham, alongside writer and Executive Producer Dominic Treadwell-Collins and Executive Producer Alex Lamb. With "Rivals" superfans Vogue Williams and Kat Brown adding their perspective, the conversation dives deep into episodes five and six, exploring the rivalries, scandals and standout moments. Expect a spoiler-heavy discussion that lifts the lid on the twists, motivations and behind-the-scenes insights fans have been waiting for.
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Hosted by Pandora Sykes, "Rivals: The Official Podcast" continues to celebrate the second season of "Rivals", based on the late Dame Jilly Cooper’s Rutshire Chronicles. In this episode, Pandora is joined by Alex Hassell and Nafessa Williams, starring as Rupert Campbell-Black and Cameron Cook, alongside Katherine Parkinson and Lisa McGrillis as Lizzie Vereker and Valerie Jones. Joined by "Rivals" superfans Dominic Lawrence and Kat Brown, the conversation dives deep into episode four, unpacking the rivalries, scandals and standout moments.
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Hosted by Pandora Sykes, "Rivals: The Official Podcast" returns to celebrate the second season of "Rivals", based on the late Dame Jilly Cooper’s Rutshire Chronicles. In this opening episode, Pandora is joined by Aidan Turner and Victoria Smurfit who play Declan and Maud O’Hara, Emily Atack and Rufus Jones who play Sarah and Paul Stratton, alongside Director and Executive Producer Elliot Hegarty and Writer and Executive Producer Laura Wade. Joined by celebrity superfans Judi Love and Kat Brown, the conversation dives deep into episodes one, two and three, unpacking the rivalries, scandals and seismic moments that kick start Season 2, with behind the scenes insight and spoiler filled discussion.
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Get ready for Rivals: The Official Podcast, the perfect companion to Disney+’s highly anticipated adaptation of Dame Jilly Cooper's Rivals! Join broadcaster Pandora Sykes as she uncovers exclusive behind-the-scenes secrets - interviewing the cast and creatives, and deep dives into the show’s bold storytelling. Whether you’re a fan of the original book or discovering Rivals for the first time, Rivals: The Official Podcast promises to take you beyond the screen into the drama, power plays, and exciting revelations from this scandalous Disney+ original series.

But make sure to catch Rivals on Disney+ first to avoid spoilers! Rivals, the new original Disney+ series set in the lavish world of 1980s Cotswolds, dives headfirst into the ruthless world of British television where shoulder pads are big, and ambitions are even bigger. It’s a whirlwind of power, betrayal, and romance with an all-star cast including David Tennant, Aidan Turner, Alex Hassell, Bella Maclean, Nafessa Williams, Katherine Parkinson and Danny Dyer.
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Alex Hassell and Bella Maclean chat to Pandora Sykes about Rupert and Taggie’s simmering romance and the scene they almost couldn't film because of a giggling fit. 
 
Writer Mimi Hare tells us how she balances the light and shade of the series, and Lara Peake explores her character Daysee Butler’s journey.

Plus… Rivals fans Sindhu Vee and Kat Brown are back to share their thoughts on the casting, antics, and facial hair of Rutshire’s residents. 
 
Stay tuned to hear Pandora and her guests tackle Love, Sex, and the Dark Heart of the 80s…

Make sure to watch the Original series "Rivals" on Disney+ first, as there are spoilers ahead! 
 
Rivals: The Official Podcast is a Listen production for Disney+
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