We are a Period Drama loving Community!
Swoon‑Worthy takes you on a captivating journey through the artistry of period dramas — from evocative costuming to cinematic storytelling and the stellar performances that bring these worlds to life. Hosted by Carly (@perioddramastyle), the podcast explores iconic movies, miniseries, and TV series with a blend of behind‑the‑camera insight and nostalgic affection. With over 70 episodes streaming, you’ll find deep dives into cherished classic literature adaptations (Jane Austen, the Brontës, Tolstoy), epic series like Downton Abbey, The Gilded Age, and Bridgerton, beloved movie musicals including Moulin Rouge (Carly's personal favorite film) and The Sound of Music, and a variety of nostalgic favorites like Marie Antoinette, Little Women, Titanic, The Mummy, Anne of Green Gables, and Ever After.
Our Swoon-Worthy
CO-hosts
Stephanie
Stephanie and Carly met in high school, where their years on the dance team sparked a friendship built on shared creativity and a love of performance. Nowadays, they enjoy going to Broadway musicals together and nerding out over their favorite actors.
Catch Stephanie on Swoon-Worthy podcast covering everything from The Sound of Music to A Knight's Tale, from The Duchess to The Secret Garden, and more!
Sunnie
Sunnie reached out as an early fan of Swoon-Worthy, and Carly quickly realized that she would make the perfect addition to the podcast host lineup. With her film‑industry background and love of historical fashion, she brings sharp insight and infectious enthusiasm to every conversation.
Listen to Sunnie on Bridgerton, House of Guinness, The Gilded Age and plenty of other Swoon-Worthy podcast episodes.
Tommy
Tommy and Carly met in college and they quickly bonded over their love of the French culture. Today, they still exchange foreign‑language film recommendations and compare travel dreams — with Paris forever at the top of their list.
Tommy can be heard on Swoon-Worthy podcast episodes covering A Little Princess, Chocolat, Tuck Everlasting, Lidia Poët, and The Phantom of the Opera.
Anna
Anna and Cayla have been close since their college roommate days, united by their love of art, period films, cats... and the same sense of humor. Along with Carly, the three often fall into deep conversations about classic literature and the history that shapes their favorite stories.
Catch Anna on Jane Eyre, The Patriot, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Outlander Swoon-Worthy postcast episodes.
Cayla
Cayla is the Marianne Dashwood to Carly’s Elinor — spirited, heartfelt, and always ready for a laugh. The sisters launched Swoon‑Worthy to celebrate their shared love of period films and the nostalgic ’90s and early‑2000s movies that defined their childhood.
Check out Cayla's favorite Swoon-worthy podcast episodes covering Marie Antoinette, Little Women, Northanger Abbey, The Village, and The Wedding Singer.
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