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MASTERPIECE
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 is made possible by Viking Cruises and Raymond James. Sponsors for MASTERPIECE on PBS are Viking Cruises, Raymond James, and The MASTERPIECE Trust.
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Oct 27, 2025 • 22min
Stefanie Martini, Maigret | MASTERPIECE Studio
WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Episode 4 of Maigret.Actor Stefanie Martini’s Louise Maigret may just be the most patient woman in Paris, forever adjusting to her husband Jules Maigret’s demanding work schedule. But she’s a professional in her own right, working as a psychiatric nurse helping those in need. In this conversation, Stefanie returns to the podcast to discuss themes of hope, loss, and new beginnings through her character, Madame Maigret.

Oct 20, 2025 • 24min
Stefanie Martini, The Gold Season 1 | MASTERPIECE Studio
WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Episode 3 of The Gold S1.For actor Stefanie Martini, getting into character to play Marnie Palmer involved doing away with her drama school style of speaking, and pulling out her native Bristolian accent. Today, Stefanie talks about portraying the real life Marnie Palmer, and what it was like to be stuck in a 1980s time warp while shooting The Gold.

Oct 13, 2025 • 30min
Patrick Harbinson, Maigret | MASTERPIECE Studio
WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Episode 2 of MaigretWhen adapting Georges Simenon’s Maigret for the screen, lead writer, director, and executive producer Patrick Harbinson wanted to bring the classic character into the modern day. In this conversation, Patrick talks about the decisions he made to showcase Maigret as a younger detective with something to prove, and what we can expect from the rest of the season.

Oct 10, 2025 • 20min
Elements of the Heist, The Gold, Season 1 | MASTERPIECE Studio
The Gold writer and creator Neil Forsyth returns to the podcast in this special episode for an in-depth discussion on details of the larger-than-life heist. He explains the massive social transformation in 1980s Britain, why three tons of gold was at the Brink’s-Mat warehouse, the rumors of police corruption, and more. After this conversation, we guarantee you’ll be able to appreciate every “truth is stranger than fiction” nuance of The Gold.

Oct 6, 2025 • 27min
Neil Forsyth, The Gold Episode 1 Season 1| MASTERPIECE Studio
WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Episode 1 of The Gold. Writer and executive producer Neil Forsyth had his work cut out for him when adapting the larger-than-life true story of the Brink’s-Mat robbery. Too big for a single film adaptation, Neil decided this vast web of characters, plot, and conspiracy would be best told as a drama series. In this conversation, Neil talks about Episode 1 of The Gold and the decisions he made weaving together countless hours of research with compelling character arcs and dialogue to create this pulse pounding drama.

Sep 29, 2025 • 30min
Jo Martin, The Marlow Murder Club Season 2 | MASTERPIECE Studio
WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Season 2 of The Marlow Murder Club. For actor Jo Martin, returning to Marlow for a second season of The Marlow Murder Club felt like returning to a new family. And for her character, dog walker turned sleuth Suzie Harris, a new family is being forged with her friends Judith and Becks. In this conversation, we talk with Jo about drawing on her real-life experiences as a mother, embracing the beauty of Marlow, and grappling with themes of parenthood, friendship, and of course, murder.

Sep 1, 2025 • 22min
Robert Thorogood Episode 2, The Marlow Murder Club Season 2 | MASTERPIECE Studio
WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Episode Two of The Marlow Murder Club Season 2. Author Robert Thorogood returns to the podcast to discuss writing the first two episodes of The Marlow Murder Club Season Two, based on his novel, Death Comes to Marlow. Robert shares his thoughts on locked room mysteries, the importance of humor, and what’s in store for Season 3.

Aug 25, 2025 • 23min
Robert Thorogood Episode 1, The Marlow Murder Club Season 2 | MASTERPIECE Studio
WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Episode One of The Marlow Murder Club Season 2. Author Robert Thorogood fell in love with murder mysteries at a young age when he stumbled across an Agatha Christie novel at his great aunt’s house. Since then, he’s been determined to write his own golden age style murder mysteries. In this conversation, we talk with Robert about his life, creative process, and the inspiration and backstory to The Marlow Murder Club.

Aug 4, 2025 • 36min
Daisy Coulam & Rishi Nair Episode 8, Grantchester Season 10 | MASTERPIECE Studio
WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Episode Eight of Grantchester Season 10. Head writer and executive producer Daisy Coulam and actor Rishi Nair join us once again to wrap up this beautiful season of Grantchester. Daisy and Rishi reflect on the heartfelt themes of belonging, family, and parent-child dynamics.

Jul 21, 2025 • 36min
Bradley Hall, Grantchester Season 10 | MASTERPIECE Studio
WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for Episode Six of Grantchester Season 10. Actor Bradley Hall joined the Grantchester cast in Season Four, originally for just two episodes, as the young copper Larry Peters. Seven seasons later, Larry has emerged as a fan favorite and Grantchester staple. Today, Bradley makes his MASTERPIECE Studio debut and talks about his friendship with Miss Scott on and off screen, the dynamic between Larry and Geordie, and how his character has transformed from station rookie to married man.


