{"podcast":{"title":"Voice Of Costume - The Untold Stories of Unseen Artists","slug":"voice-of-costume-the-untold-stories-of-unseen-artists-11751","podcast_index_feed_id":11751,"rss_url":"https://voiceofcostume.libsyn.com/rss","website_url":"http://www.voiceofcostume.com","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/d/1/c/4/d1c43e6167446121d959afa2a1bf1c87/VOC_logo_3000-20251212-n7ht8pj9gk.png","author":"Catherine Baumgardner","episode_count":95,"summary":"The stories behind the stories — from the artists who build the worlds we love. Voice of Costume goes far beyond fabric and fittings. This podcast is an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at how film, television, and theater are actually made — told by the artists who rarely get the spotlight but shape everything you see on screen. Each episode features candid conversations with costume designers and creative collaborators working at every level of the industry. They share the real stories: breaking in, surviving rejection, collaborating under pressure, solving impossible problems, and finding meaning in the work when the hours are long and the budgets are tight. If you love: Behind-the-scenes stories from film, TV, and theater Creative career journeys — the wins and the failures How character, story, and psychology show up visually on screen Honest conversations about art, process, collaboration, and resilience …this podcast is for you. Voice of Costume isn't just about what people wear — it's about why choices are made, how stories are built, and what it really takes to sustain a creative life. Whether you're a filmmaker, writer, actor, designer, student, or simply someone who lov…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-20T22:20:13.945818+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/voice-of-costume-the-untold-stories-of-unseen-artists-11751"},"episode":{"title":"Reinventing the Iconic: The Missteps and Breakthroughs with Leslie Kavanagh - The Testaments","slug":"reinventing-the-iconic-the-missteps-and-breakthroughs-with-leslie-kavanagh-the-testaments","published_at":"2026-04-29T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/voice-of-costume-the-untold-stories-of-unseen-artists-11751/reinventing-the-iconic-the-missteps-and-breakthroughs-with-leslie-kavanagh-the-testaments","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/voice-of-costume-the-untold-stories-of-unseen-artists-11751","url":"http://www.voiceofcostume.com","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/voiceofcostume/LeslieKavanagh.mp3?dest-id=729648","summary":"Inside Gilead like never before—youth, color, power, and hidden control. A costume designer reveals how The Testaments reshapes a dystopian world. In this richly detailed conversation, host Catherine Baumgardner sits down with acclaimed costume designer Leslie Kavanagh to explore the visual storytelling behind The Testaments —the highly anticipated sequel to The Handmaid's Tale based on The Testaments book series . Kavanagh reveals how the series shifts perspective—moving from oppression seen from the outside to a hauntingly \"normal\" life inside Gilead, especially through the eyes of its youth. This new lens transforms the narrative into something both beautiful and unsettling, where privilege, innocence, and control coexist. The discussion dives deep into costume design as storytelling: color psychology (plums, greens, pinks), symbolic hierarchy, and the delicate balance of individuality within strict uniformity. Kavanagh shares how dyeing fabrics, testing under lighting, and collaborating with cinematographers shape every frame—turning clothing into emotional language. Beyond aesthetics, the conversation explores creative process, failure as fuel, and the power of collaboration. Kavanagh emphasizes that great storytelling doesn't dictate meaning—it sparks conversation. Whether political, artistic, or emotional, the goal is resonance. This episode is a masterclass in film design, world-building, and the invisible artistry that transforms scripts into unforgettable visual experiences. The \"Voice of Costume\" is the first podcast created between working costume designers sharing stories, inspiration, struggles, and insights into the creative career of costume design. A behind-the-scenes podcast to showcase the voices of Costume Designers around the world. Listen in on th…","meta_description":"Inside Gilead like never before—youth, color, power, and hidden control. 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