In this inaugural episode for the second season of Bridgerton: The Official Podcast, host Gabrielle Collins is joined by actress Nicola Coughlan (Penelope Featherington) and director Tricia Brock. They deep dive into Episode 1 “Capital-R-Rake” and beyond – discussing Penelope’s life between social seasons and exploring how the Shondaland series has expanded its world as they welcome the Sharma family to the ton. You can (re)watch Bridgerton on Netflix now! See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Shondaland Audio and iHeartRadio are back with a second season of this behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of Bridgerton. Host Gabrielle Collins is joined by fan favorites from the cast and crew for an episode-by-episode deep dive into season 2. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi, Bridgerton fans! iHeartPodcasts and Shondaland are excited to announce Inventing Anna. The companion podcast of a Netflix series that will delve deeper into the story of Anna Sorokin - the fake heiress who stole the hearts – and money – of New York’s social elite. A story that will keep you guessing but don't just take our word for it. Check out the trailer to decide for yourself! About Inventing Anna: Based on the Netflix show, Inventing Anna, the companion podcast will delve deeper...

Hi, Bridgerton fans! We're excited for the launch of the Dominant Stories podcast hosted by culture expert Jess Weiner. It's a brand new show from Shondaland and iHeartRadio and we think you'll enjoy it too. Don't just take our word for it, though. Check out the trailer and decide for yourself! About the podcast: Dominant Stories is a conversation series that reclaims and rewrites the stories we’ve been told about our bodies, our beauty, our creativity, and our identities. For example, does...

To wrap out season 1 of Bridgerton: The Official Podcast, host Gabrielle Collins is joined by co-hosts Jess Brownell, Dr. Hannah Greig and Annabelle Hood for a quick round up of their behind-the-scenes discoveries and favorite Regency insults. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

What ever happened to the necklace Daphne left on the stone wall? And a last minute change to the series revealed. Following last week’s episode, Executive Producers Shonda Rhimes and Betsy Beers are back again to answer fan questions.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

The Shondaland powerhouses reflect on their experience making Bridgerton and how the beloved on-screen friendships mirror their own. Shonda and Betsy explain why their shows are anything but predictable “omg” moments, why the word “likeable” is a dagger into their hearts, and what truly makes a strong producer. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

What rights does Lady Featherington have to her estate after the death of her husband? Would Nigel’s illegitimate child have really prevented him from being marriage material? In this bonus episode, Bridgerton’s historian Dr. Hannah Greig answers some of these questions and more submitted by fans. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this bonus episode, Director Julie Anne Robinson and Choreographer Jack Murphy piece together the magic of the pilot episode, including how the cast and crew channeled their own personal experiences to bring it all to the screen.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Kelly Valentine Hendry’s expertise as a casting director was the perfect fit for Shondaland’s vision. Whether it’s in finding chemistry between the ensemble or casting the Queen herself, bringing the scripts to life on stage is no easy feat. Kelly shares her process through casting calls all the way to the final scene. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Hey, Bridgerton fans! Obviously, you love great podcasts and we think you'd love the new season of Katie's Crib as well. Check out the trailer to decide for yourself! About Katie's Crib: With empathy and a sense of humor about it all, Katie’s Crib keeps it real while providing an indispensable guide for parents trying to find their way. Hosted by actress and mother Katie Lowes, each week the show welcomes guests for open and honest conversations about everything parenting from fertility and...

Actresses Golda Rosheuvel (Queen Charlotte) and Adjoa Andoh (Lady Danbury) discuss their backstories and share favorite moments from filming Bridgerton. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

#PenEloise is the enviable friendship from the Bridgerton book series that blossoms with the Shondaland treatment. Actresses Claudia Jessie (Eloise Bridgerton) and Nicola Coughlan (Penelope Featherington) discuss the similarities between their on-screen friendship and their real-life friendship while sharing memorable behind-the-scenes moments. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

 Hear how Shondaland adapted Quinn’s tales of the mildly mannered into a world of audacious plots for television.  Author Julia Quinn shares her thoughts on the ways her series of Romance novels complement some of Shondaland’s storytelling values. Executive producers Shonda Rhimes, Betsy Beers and Chris Van Dusen share how the audacious plots of the Bridgertons ended up on their radars. And historian Dr. Hannah Greig, who’s worked on several period drama projects for film and TV, talks about...

Guest-host Annabelle Hood and actress Nicola Coughlan (Penelope Featherington) highlight the episode easter eggs you may have missed, while historian Dr. Hannah Greig's fascination with Regency gossip gives us a unique look into the scandal sheets of old. Plus, executive producer Shonda Rhimes and novel series author Julia Quinn share the fanfare around Julie Andrews. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode we learn how the revolutionary role of intimacy coordinators enhance the way directors and actors tap into the most delicate parts of performance. Guest-host Jess Brownell and executive producer Shonda Rhimes break down some of Shondaland's perspectives on storytelling through sex and Bridgerton intimacy coordinator Lizzy Talbot reveals how she puts it to practice. Plus, directors Tom Verica and Julie Anne Robinson share which love scenes were the most challenging to...

The costume design, hair and makeup teams of Bridgerton offered viewers a kaleidoscope of characters and backstories by dressing every single member of the show’s brilliant ensemble. We hear how some of our favorite characters collaborated with costume designers Ellen Mirojnick and John Glaser.

Music absolutely shapes how we process the ache and splendor of our favorite characters on screen. In this episode, Shonda Rhimes -- the empress of knocking us off the couch with music and a word (“...you’re my person,” anybody??) -- talks about the transformative power of a good score.  Composer Kris Bowers and choreographer Jack Murphy discuss their creative process and director Julie Anne Robinson and Tom Verica share which ball scenes were their favorites to shoot.

The marriage market in the world of Bridgerton is a strategic dance of advancing family fortune and political clout. The accompanying debutante presentations before the real-life monarchy were phased out decades ago by Queen Elizabeth II. But Executive Producer Betsy Beers shares why it’s the kind of snow globe of rules and social codes Shondaland likes to shake up.  On this episode the hosts explore the rites of exclusive Regency spouse-shopping. Author Julia Quinn also makes her first...

The physical setting for Bridgerton is the plinth of its exclusive society. We get swept in by the backdrop of this world maintained by matchmaking and inheritance. We're taking our first steps behind-the-scenes to relish the filming locations for Bridgerton. Showrunner Chris Van Dusen wanted to create, "the most gorgeous, rich aspirational English garden anybody's ever seen.” Production designer Will Hughes-Jones explains how his team did it. And Golda Rosheuvel (Queen Charlotte) and Adjoa...

You’ve probably heard of Shondaland's Netflix series Bridgerton, right? Grab a seat. Or grab some headphones and promenade in the gardens. We’re going behind-the-scenes. Host Gabrielle Collins and guest hosts Jess Brownell, Dr. Hannah Greig and Annabelle Hood are taking you inside the world of Bridgerton, the effervescent fantasy of fashion, formalities and passion all set to a soundtrack like no other. But the fantasy isn’t all glitter and chandeliers. Plenty of elbow grease went into all...

Shondaland Audio and iHeartRadio present a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the production of the Bridgerton Netflix series.