Taissa Farmiga

Actress Taissa Farmiga and property master Michael Jortner join the hosts to discuss pre-production and character development for The Gilded Age. They talk about selecting and creating props, the challenges of filming dining scenes, and the unnerving abundance of dolls on set. The hosts also explore the figures and roles of men, women, and servants during the Gilded Age, as well as the rules and etiquette of dining at the time.

Taissa Farmiga, known for her role as Gladys in The Gilded Age, shares insights into bringing her character's wedding arc to life. The discussion highlights the tension between parental expectations and personal desires in arranged marriages. Costume designer Kasia Walicka Maimone reveals the creative processes behind Gladys's wedding dress, blending historical accuracy with modern flair. They explore the emotional complexities surrounding weddings through captivating anecdotes, revealing the behind-the-scenes challenges of filming iconic scenes.