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The Swans Pod

Made in the Hamptons Media
  • 3.5 (26)
  • SOCIETY & CULTURE

Follow on Instagram (@theswanspod) for photos and more…and subscribe to our weekly newsletter! The Swans Pod is a podcast with insight & special guests covering celebrated icons of the mid-century era in culture, style and Old Hollywood beginning with Truman Capote, The Swans, the FX series episodes of Feud: Capote vs. The Swans and beyond. Join host Jill Laurence as she interviews creatives and notable thought leaders who share their perspective on, and personal connection to, the tastemakers and iconic personalities of this magical era. On Instagram: @theswanspod Host: Jill Laurence Produced by Made in the Hamptons Media @madeinthehamptonsmedia

  1. Swans Shorts | Episode 4 | THE PRIVATE LOVE OF JACKIE KENNEDY ONASSIS

    JAN 22 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Swans Shorts | Episode 4 | THE PRIVATE LOVE OF JACKIE KENNEDY ONASSIS

    Swans Shorts are weekly audio versions of select articles from The Swans Pod Post published on Substack. To read all of our articles, go to https://theswanspod.substack.com/ Episode 4: THE PRIVATE LOVE OF JACKIE KENNEDY ONASSIS By her side until the end, Maurice Tempelsman was the least famous of the men in her life, but the most trusted and protective of her privacy and fortune.

    4 min
  2. Swans Shorts | Episode 3 | Yves Saint Laurent’s Exclusive Marrakech “Oasis” Opens To The Public

    JAN 15 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Swans Shorts | Episode 3 | Yves Saint Laurent’s Exclusive Marrakech “Oasis” Opens To The Public

    Swans Shorts are weekly audio versions of select articles from The Swans Pod Post published on Substack. To read all of our articles, go to https://theswanspod.substack.com/ Episode 3 A look back at the legendary fashion designers private Moroccan residence that’s as mesmerizing and inspirational today as it was over a half century ago.

    4 min
  3. Swans Shorts | Episode 2 | Remembering the Kennedy Era at the White House Gardens And East Wing

    JAN 14 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Swans Shorts | Episode 2 | Remembering the Kennedy Era at the White House Gardens And East Wing

    Swans Shorts are weekly audio versions of select articles from The Swans Pod Post published on Substack. To read all of our articles, go to https://theswanspod.substack.com/ Episode 2 Remembering the Kennedy Era at the White House Gardens And East Wing. We review the wonderful history and how the Kennedy family enjoyed both the garden and East Wing during their tenure at the White House.

    5 min
  4. Swans Shorts | Episode 1 | ALL IT NEEDS IS A COAT OF PAINT

    JAN 9 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Swans Shorts | Episode 1 | ALL IT NEEDS IS A COAT OF PAINT

    Swans Shorts are weekly audio versions of select articles from The Swans Pod Post published on Substack. To read all of our articles, go to https://theswanspod.substack.com/ Episode 1 "All It Needs Is A Coat Of Paint" Words that would haunt Sally Quinn and Ben Bradlee throughout the restoration of the historic and decrepit East Hampton estate, Grey Gardens.

    4 min

  5. 05/19/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Episode 11 | Yachts & Things, The Discovery of Truman Capote’s Lost Work

    In this episode, we are discussing Truman Capote's previously lost and unpublished short story "Yachts and Things" that was discovered by Vanity Fair contributing editors Sam Kasher and Nancy Schoenberger. Written at the height of his career and social life, this short, thinly-veiled work described the story of two friends who take an idyllic three-week cruise in the Mediterranean aboard a wealthy friend's chartered yacht. While Yachts and Things wasn't found with the other chapters of the unfinished novel Answered Prayers, and was never published as a stand alone story in during Capote’s lifetime, Nancy chats with me about what she believes to be the intention of the piece, its timeline, how it differed from Capote’s later works, and why it’s significant. Host: Jill Laurence Guest: Nancy Schoenberger Production: Made in the Hamptons Media

    18 min

  6. 04/25/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Episode 10 | Susanna Salk, Author of CZ Guest, American Style Icon

    Just in time for spring we have a special guest to chat about the magnificent CZ Guest, one of Truman Capote’s appointed swans and dearest friends until the very end. Susanna Salk talks about her book, CZ Guest, American Style Icon, published by Rizzoli. It delivers an intimate portrayal of the style icon with a treasure trove of fantastic photos detailing the classic and understated elegance of this legendary tastemaker, her love of gardening, entertaining and design at her magical estate known as Templeton. Susanna shares stories about CZ’s background, adventurous spirit, style of decorating, why her impeccable style continues to inspire new generations and much more. Produced by Made in the Hamptons Media Host: Jill Laurence Guest: Susanna Salk

    33 min

  7. 04/12/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Episode 9 | Nancy Schoenberger, Lee Radziwill’s Biographer & Co-Author of The Fabulous Bouvier Sisters

    Nancy Schoenberger joins the podcast and is the co-author alongside her husband and sometimes writing partner, author & Vanity Fair contributing editor Sam Kashner, a book called The Fabulous Bouvier Sisters, a poignant account of Lee Radziwill and her sister Jacquline Kennedy Onassis. Nancy & Sam were granted extensive interviews with Lee before her death that shed light on the public and private lives of these two extraordinary women. Nancy is an acclaimed biographer and author of titles such as Dangerous Muse, Furious Love and her most recent Blanche: The Life and Times of Tennessee Williams Greatest Creation, just to name a few, along with three award-winning books of poetry. She is also a professor of English and Director of Creative Writing at The College of William & Mary. We discuss Lee’s very special bond with her father, the complex relationship with her sister Jackie, how her dreams were overshadowed, her marriages, love affairs, relationship with Truman Capote as well as the other Swans, and more on Lee’s amazing life. Produced by Made in the Hamptons Media Host: Jill Laurence

    38 min

  8. 03/22/2024 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Episode 8 Finale Recap | Q + A on Feud, Truman + The Swans

    Overview of the eighth and final episode of the FX Feud series Capote vs The Swans with insights as Truman attempts to reconcile for his misdeeds with his swans through excerpts in his unfinished novel Answered Prayers while fending off his eternal black swan, his mother. Along with answers to your some of your questions: favorite swan, Lee Radziwill, The Swans after Babe’s death, Capote’s relationship with Harper Lee post scandal and more! Follow The Swans Pod on Instagram for original pictures, videos and more insights: @theswanspod Host: Jill Laurence @southamptonfortheseason Production: Made in the Hamptons Media @madeinthehamptonsmedia

    11 min
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Follow on Instagram (@theswanspod) for photos and more…and subscribe to our weekly newsletter! The Swans Pod is a podcast with insight & special guests covering celebrated icons of the mid-century era in culture, style and Old Hollywood beginning with Truman Capote, The Swans, the FX series episodes of Feud: Capote vs. The Swans and beyond. Join host Jill Laurence as she interviews creatives and notable thought leaders who share their perspective on, and personal connection to, the tastemakers and iconic personalities of this magical era. On Instagram: @theswanspod Host: Jill Laurence Produced by Made in the Hamptons Media @madeinthehamptonsmedia

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  • Creator
    Made in the Hamptons Media
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024-25Made in the Hamptons Media, The Swans Pod
  • Show Website
    The Swans Pod
  • Provider
    Jill Markiewicz Laurence