Keri Russell (U.S. Ambassador Kate Wyler) returns to the podcast to chat with Baroness Ayesha Hazarika about Kate's style transformation in this episode and the complexly passionate bond between Kate and Hal throughout the season. Creator and showrunner Debora Cahn and executive producer Janice Williams discuss why Kate Wyler is now fully embracing the Vice President role and break down the explosive season-ending. To round out the season, get a behind-the-scenes look at the life of the...

Baroness Ayesha Hazarika speaks with acting royalty Allison Janney about what it was like to join the cast this season as the strong and complex character of Vice President Grace Penn. Creator and showrunner Debora Cahn and executive producer Alex Graves return to the show to discuss the formidable Vice President Penn's introduction. Former Vice President Al Gore’s chief scriptwriter and Emmy-winning writer, Eli Attie, then navigates the intricacies of the vice president role. Spoilers...

Host Baroness Ayesha Hazarika speaks with Ali Ahn (CIA Chief Eidra Park) and Ato Essandoh (deputy chief of mission Stuart Hayford), who bring their electric chemistry to discuss their characters' emotional turmoils and connections in the show. Creator and showrunner Debora Cahn and executive producer Janice Williams discuss episode 4's magical setting in Scotland and reveal the inspiration behind that explosive final scene. Former CIA official Kari Amelung emphasizes the need for humor...

Baroness Ayesha Hazarika speaks with creator and showrunner Debora Cahn and executive producer Janice Williams to learn more about the shake-ups at the Independence Party and the challenges of filming outdoors in winter. Then, David Gyasi (British Foreign Secretary Austin Dennison) and Rory Kinnear (Prime Minister Nicol Trowbridge) discuss being mobbed by politicians and the different paths that led both of their characters to achieve power. Former ambassador and former Downing Street chief...

Join Baroness Ayesha Hazarika as she chats with creator Debora Cahn and executive producer and episode director Alex Graves about filming at the historic St. Paul’s Cathedral and the power of "flooding the zone." Then, the reputable Rufus Sewell, who plays Hal Wyler, reveals the challenges of his complex character and his electric dynamic with Keri Russell, who plays Ambassador Kate Wyler. Former US Embassy Security Officer Karen Lass shares insider tips on ambassador safety and embassy...

Join us as Baroness Ayesha Hazarika chats with creator Debora Cahn about the electrifying inspiration behind the acclaimed political drama, The Diplomat. Then the dynamic Keri Russell spills the secrets of her fiery return as Kate Wyler and the intense journey ahead for her character. Lastly, get an insider’s look at the life of a diplomat with former ambassador Beth Jones, who shares gripping tales from her career and how her real-life expertise helped inspire some of the show’s...

Do you need a refresher on what happened last season on The Diplomat before the much-anticipated Season 2 premieres on Netflix on October 31st? Join Baroness Ayesha Hazarika for a special pre-season bonus episode of The Diplomat: The Official Podcast. She will take you through the pivotal moments and dramatic twists that defined Kate Wyler's journey to becoming the Ambassador to the United Kingdom in the first season of the series. Produced by Netflix and Novel Audio.

The Diplomat: The Official Podcast accompanies the eagerly awaited second season of the critically acclaimed series, The Diplomat. Hosted by Baroness Ayesha Hazarika, this podcast takes fans through the series episode by episode, offering a deeper look into the show's creation and the real-life inspirations that shaped the storylines. Each episode includes insightful conversations with the filmmakers, cast, and real-world government officials and diplomats. Renowned guests include Debora...