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MASTERPIECE Studio

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All Creatures Great and Small
Miss Scarlet and the Duke
World War II
World On Fire
Neve Mcintosh
Character Development
Miss Harbottle
Veterinary Practice
Alice & Jack
South Asian Representation
Siegfried Farnon
Relationships
James Anthony-Rose
Richard Carmody
British Post Office
Post Office Scandal
Horizon IT System
James Herriot
Indian Army
Viking Cruises

MASTERPIECE Studio is your backstage pass to the PBS series—from Sherlock to Poldark. After the show, turn off the TV and tune in to MASTERPIECE Studio for the scoop with host Jace Lacob. Listen for exclusive interviews with the cast and crew of your favorite shows. Get the history lowdown behind the people and places you see on screen, and hear revealing stories from the set. MASTERPIECE Studio i... more

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WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Episode 3 of The Forsytes Season 1.

Actor Millie Gibson joined The Forsytes cast as the artistic and free spirited ballet dancer, Irene Heron. In this conversation, Millie discusses how her character takes... more

WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Episode 2 of The Forsytes Season 1.

Screenwriter Debbie Horsfield was last on the podcast in 2019 to talk about the series finale of her adaptation of Poldark. Today we welcome her back to talk about her l... more

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WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Episode 1 of The Forsytes Season 1.

For acting legend Susan Hampshire, playing Fleur in the 1967 adaptation of The Forsyte Saga was a huge moment in her career. Now, nearly 60 years later, she returns to t... more

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The Forsytes is a modern reimagining of John Galsworthy’s landmark novels which chronicle the lives and loves, trials and triumphs of a wealthy Victorian stockbroking family. Written by Debbie Horsfield, who also wrote MASTERPIECE’s 2015 adaptation o... more

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Recent Guests

Millie Gibson
Actor on The Forsytes, portraying Irene Heron
The Forsytes
Episode: Millie Gibson, The Forsytes, Season 1| MASTERPIECE Studio
Susan Hampshire
The Forsyte Saga star; Dowager Lady Carteret in The Forsyte companion series
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Episode: Susan Hampshire, The Forsytes, Season 1| MASTERPIECE Studio
Callum Woodhouse
Actor known for portraying Tristan Farnon
All Creatures Great and Small
Episode: Callum Woodhouse & Gaia Wise, All Creatures Great and Small Season 6 | MASTERPIECE Studio
Gaia Wise
Actor known for portraying Charlotte Beauvoir
All Creatures Great and Small
Episode: Callum Woodhouse & Gaia Wise, All Creatures Great and Small Season 6 | MASTERPIECE Studio
Sam Buchanan
Actor known for his role in Miss Scarlet, portraying Detective Sergeant George Willows.
Miss Scarlet
Episode: Sam Buchanan & Tom Durant-Pritchard Episode 5, Miss Scarlet Season 6 | MASTERPIECE Studio
Tom Durant-Pritchard
Actor known for his role in Miss Scarlet as Inspector Blake.
Miss Scarlet
Episode: Sam Buchanan & Tom Durant-Pritchard Episode 5, Miss Scarlet Season 6 | MASTERPIECE Studio
Ben Wainwright
Actor portraying Chief Inspector Jules Maigret in the contemporary adaptation
Episode: Benjamin Wainwright, Maigret Season 1 | MASTERPIECE Studio
Hugh Bonneville
Actor known for his role in 'The Gold' and 'Downton Abbey'
Episode: Hugh Bonneville, The Gold Season 1 | MASTERPIECE Studio
Stefanie Martini
Star of Maigret and returning guest to MASTERPIECE Studio
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Episode: Stefanie Martini, Maigret | MASTERPIECE Studio

Host

Jace Lacob
Host of MASTERPIECE Studio, known for conducting insightful interviews with cast and crew members of popular PBS series, enhancing audience understanding of the narratives discussed.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Great insights, great podcast. Keep going, Jace!

    I’ve been following this podcast since the beginning and I l never miss an episode even after all of these years. The host asks really thoughtful questions and offers insights that make me feel like I'm in the room with the actors and he surprises the guests into looking at their material with fresh eyes. When the guests comment on how great the questions are and are taken aback by things they didn’t realize about their own show or their performance you know you’re onto something. The episodes a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LunaB655
    United Statesa month ago
  • Insightful

    It’s a true statement about the skill of the interviewer when the subject comments on the insightfulness of the questions. Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barbsspells
    United Statesa year ago
  • Alice and Jack

    Such a terrible, and not a loving, love story. In real life we’d call that an abusive, dysfunctional relationship. She’s cruel—and no one cares why—and selfish. Maybe she has a personality disorder. She’s completely unlikeable, a harsh personality, and even harsh in appearance. Hard, sharp, angular, brittle and cruel. He was innocent and sweet, like a puppy she seems to enjoy kicking. Did watch it—kept waiting for it to get better, but it didn’t—but it left me feeling terrible. The ending was aw... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    classical_antiquity
    United States2 years ago
  • Rich complement to the TV Shows!

    I look forward to Jace Lacob’s interviews with the cast, writers, producers, and other creators of some of my favorite shows ever, especially All Creatures Great and Small. He does his research and asks great questions that make watching the shows even more enjoyable. It is clear how much he loves the shows too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZippyPup
    United States2 years ago
  • Please get a host with an appealing voice!

    These interviews could be wonderful, but the host has a voice that’s hard on the ears, and he is not engaging with the guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    daisynjoey123
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of research and clarity of insights provided during interviews, marking the conversations as enriching and informative.
The host is praised for skills that allow guests to open up and share compelling stories, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Criticism primarily focuses on the host's vocal presentation and engagement during interviews, suggesting a need for a more conversational style.
Fans frequently endorse the podcast as a perfect companion to the television shows it covers, highlighting its appeal to dedicated followers of British drama.

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Susan Hampshire, The Forsytes, Season 1| MASTERPIECE Studio
Q: How did you approach your craft and the evolution of acting technique from the earlier series to now?
Hampshire talks about using repetition, movement, and costume as tools to inhabit a character, while noting a shift in contemporary sets toward a more improvisational ethos.
Susan Hampshire, The Forsytes, Season 1| MASTERPIECE Studio
Q: How did you feel revisiting the Forsyte world after so many years, and what drew you back to such a storied part?
She discusses the excitement of returning to a beloved universe, the impact of Debbie Horsfield's writing, and the long-running appeal of Fleur and the Carteret family dynamics.
Susan Hampshire, The Forsytes, Season 1| MASTERPIECE Studio
Q: What did you make of Lady Carteret and how did your scenes with Francesca Annis shape your approach to the role?
Hampshire explains that Lady Carteret is a snob who protects her territory and has a complicated but not merely nasty motivation, and she commends the writers for crafting strong, nuanced female characters in the new series.
Millie Gibson, The Forsytes, Season 1| MASTERPIECE Studio
Q: How did your experience on Doctor Who influence your approach to The Forsytes, especially with audience scrutiny and ensemble dynamics?
The Doctor Who experience helped me embrace ensemble storytelling and manage the fast pace and pressure, making me more confident in contributing to a collaborative, high-energy cast while staying true to Irene's vulnerability.
Millie Gibson, The Forsytes, Season 1| MASTERPIECE Studio
Q: What has it been like to put on Irene's red wig and RP accent and play the romantic heroine then?
It's a blend of discovering a new identity within a familiar world, embracing a youthful perspective while also conveying the character's inner resilience and longing, which helps drive the romance and the tension with Soames.

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This podcast offers an engaging exploration of beloved television dramas, providing a unique insider perspective through interviews with cast and crew members. It examines not only plot details but also the emotional and historical contexts that shape these narratives, making it a rich resource for fans of series like 'Miss Scarlet' and 'All Creatures Great and Small.' Notably, it goes beyond mere entertainment; it connects emotional and societal themes such as gender dynamics and the impact of historical events, offering listeners a deeper connection to the stories they love. The host's thoughtful questions and extensive research enhance the listening experience, making it a must-listen for anyone passionate about the world of period drama... more

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1. Millie Gibson
2. Susan Hampshire
3. Callum Woodhouse
4. Gaia Wise
5. Sam Buchanan
6. Tom Durant-Pritchard
7. Ben Wainwright
8. Hugh Bonneville

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