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The Official Gilded Age Podcast
S2 Ep. 1: “You Don’t Even Like Opera” with Lord Julian Fellowes
Oct 30, 2023
Lord Julian Fellowes, an extraordinary guest, joins the hosts to dissect the Gilded Age society and the opera war. They discuss the hierarchy of churches, New York City and Philadelphia, and the social significance of attending these churches. The hosts also explore the locations used in the show and discuss a popular novel and an opera performance. They highlight the Europeans' constant reference to history and Americans' forward-looking attitude. The hosts express their anticipation for interviewing the series creator and promise more interviews with the crew in upcoming episodes.
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- The first episode of The Gilded Age Season 2 explores the rivalry between old money and new money, specifically through the intense opera war between the Academy of Music and the Metropolitan Opera House.
- The episode highlights the evolving roles of women and the emergence of a prosperous black bourgeoisie in New York society.
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The Gilded Age Season 2 Kicks Off with Social Hierarchy and Opera War
In the first episode of The Gilded Age Season 2, set on Easter Sunday, the social hierarchy of New York's elite is on full display as they attend church and showcase their extravagant outfits. The episode explores the rivalry between old money and new money, particularly through the intense opera war between the Academy of Music and the Metropolitan Opera House. Creator Julian Fellowes delves into the complexities of the characters, highlighting the confidence and determination of Bertha Russell, the growth and resilience of Marion, and the multi-dimensional portrayal of George Russell. The episode also touches on the evolving roles of women and the emergence of a prosperous black bourgeoisie in New York society.
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