About this season
Hosted by Pandora Sykes, this podcast brings listeners inside the world of “Rivals” through conversations with its onscreen stars, including David Tennant, Aidan Turner, and Emily Atack, alongside the executive producers and creative team. Joined by celebrity guests and Dame Jilly Cooper superfans, the podcast explores the rivalries, scandals, and drama that define Rutshire.
Episodes (3)
1. Episode 1
Aired 15 May 2026 • 48 min
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.
2. Episode 2
Aired 22 May 2026 • 40 min
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.
3. Episode 3
Aired 6 June 2026 • 43 min