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Rivals: The Official Podcast

Platform Media

Hosted by Pandora Sykes, "Rivals: The Official Podcast" is the official companion to the award‑winning series "Rivals". Across the season, Pandora is joined by the show’s leading on‑screen talent, including David Tennant, Aidan Turner and Emily Atack and more, alongside the executive producers, writers and directors behind the drama. Together, they offer exclusive behind‑the‑scenes insight into performances, characters and creative choices that bring Rutshire to life. Joined by celebrity guests and "Rivals" superfans, the podcast explores the rivalries, scandals and emotional twists at the heart of the series, celebrating the ambition, glamour and delicious naughtiness of 1980s regional television.

Rivals: The Official Podcast is a Platform Media production for Disney+. 

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  • 8 episodes
  • Updated June 6

Episodes8

Newest first
  • Nov 5, 2024 · 1 hr 20 min

    Season 1: Full Length Video Version

    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 exc

  • Oct 25, 2024 · 26 min

    Episode 2

    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 guest

  • Oct 25, 2024 · 31 min

    Episode 3

    Danny Dyer joins Pandora Sykes to discuss Freddie’s relationships with Tony, Valerie and, of course, Lizzie, as well as show boss Dominic Treadwell-Collins is back to shed light on that cliffhanger!   Actor Nafessa Williams and writer Dare Aiyegbayo discuss the tantalising moments between Cameron and Rupert in episode 6, and what helped Nafessa step into the high heels of her character - Cameron Cook.   And back to discuss their favourite moments from the series are Rivals fans Sindhu Vee an

  • Oct 25, 2024 · 25 min

    Episode 1

    Emily Atack and executive producer and writer Dominic Treadwell-Collins join Pandora Sykes to discuss bringing Rivals to the screen, and the joys of playing the hilariously iconic - Sarah Stratton.   Gary Lamont and screenwriter Laura Wade talk about the glitz and glamour of the 80s - and also the dark side of the decade.   Plus, Rivals fans Sindhu Vee and Kat Brown are here to spill the tea on all the on-screen naughtiness…   In Rivals: The Official Podcast, Pandora Sykes is joined by sta

  • Oct 25, 2024 · 54 sec

    Rivals: The Official Podcast Trailer

    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 exc