iHeartPodcasts has launched a new podcast series titled “Desperately Devoted,” hosted by Teri Hatcher, Andrea Bowen, and Emerson Tenney. The show brings together Hatcher, who starred in “Desperate Housewives,” her on-screen daughter Bowen, and her real-life daughter Tenney. The hosts revisit the television series that premiered nearly 21 years ago and discuss its ongoing influence.
Each episode features the trio rewatching the show’s storylines and characters while using them as a starting point for broader conversations about women’s issues, relationships, parenting, sex, identity, and more. Hatcher and Bowen contribute memories from their time on set, while Tenney offers her perspective as she experiences the series for the first time.
“Desperately Devoted” is described as both a look back at “Desperate Housewives” and a discussion relevant to contemporary listeners. According to Hatcher: “When I’m out and about, I’m always meeting fans who are rewatching or watching the show for the first time. I even hear from some of them on Instagram. So, I’m thrilled to partner with iHeartRadio on this podcast as a way to create a community for fans and to chat with my two amazing daughters about Wisteria Lane and all the life themes it inspires us to consider.”
Bowen added: “Growing up on Desperate Housewives was a very unique and special experience and getting to revisit the show now as a 35-year-old mom-to-be will be sure to provide new perspectives, old memories and lots of interesting conversations along the way! I am so excited to be taking this walk down Wisteria Memory Lane alongside Teri and Emerson; two women whom I absolutely adore, admire and learn from every week as we hop into our podcasting studio.”
Tenney said: “As an avid podcast listener and a screenwriter, I leapt at the idea of creating the ‘Desperately Devoted’ podcast with my mom and Andrea. It’s the combination of two things I love – the opportunity to be part of a fun and inclusive space for podcast listeners, and the chance for me to watch an iconic piece of TV history in full for the first time! As a storyteller, I am so excited to dive into the rich, nuanced world of Desperate Housewives and explore how it relates to culture and identity today.”
The podcast is distributed by iHeartPodcasts through its app as well as other major platforms. Listeners can follow updates on Instagram at @desperatelydevotedpodcast.
iHeartPodcasts remains one of the leading global publishers in its field according to Podtrac (https://www.podtrac.com/).
Teri Hatcher has had an extensive career in film, television, and stage acting. She is recognized internationally for her roles in “Lois & Clark” and “Desperate Housewives,” earning several awards including a Golden Globe Award.
Andrea Bowen began her career on Broadway before moving into television with her role as Julie Mayer on “Desperate Housewives.” She holds distinction as one of Broadway’s youngest actresses in key roles during long-running shows.
Emerson Tenney works in writing and directing animation as well as live action projects. Her debut short film received recognition at international festivals.
