Awards Circuit | Variety
"Awards Circuit" is hosted by Clayton Davis, Jenelle Riley, Jazz Tangcay and Michael Schneider (who produces), is your one-stop listen for lively conversations about the best in film and television. Each week "Awards Circuit" features interviews with top film and TV talent and creatives; discussions and debates about awards races and industry headlines; and much, much more. Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify or anywhere you download podcasts.
Latest episodes
Nov 4, 2021 • 47min
Dakota Johnson (“The Lost Daughter”)
Dakota Johnson discusses her experience working on Netflix’s “The Lost Daughter,” the adaptation of the Elena Ferrante novel, as well as what an Oscar nom would mean for her, and what’s next. But first, our Awards Circuit roundtable discusses this weekend’s new releases, including “Spencer” and “Eternals.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 29, 2021 • 54min
Clifton Collins Jr. (“Jockey”) and Awards Circuit Roundtable
Clifton Collins Jr. brings life and beauty to his performance as a horse racer feeling the effects of decades on the equestrian circuit in “Jockey.” Also, our Awards Circuit roundtable discusses the latest regarding the tragic death of cinematographer Haylna Hutchins on the New Mexico set of the film “Rust.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 28, 2021 • 36min
Caitríona Balfe (“Belfast”)
Actress Caitríona Balfe, perhaps best known for her role in the fan favorite series “Outlander,” looks to have her most significant big screen breakout yet with her awards-worthy performance in the emotional drama "Belfast," opposite Jamie Dornan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 21, 2021 • 1h 30min
Maggie Gyllenhaal (“The Lost Daughter”) and Jake Gyllenhaal (“The Guilty”)
Writer and director Maggie Gyllenhaal discusses her debut feature “The Lost Daughter” and Jake Gyllenhaal talks about acting and producing “The Guilty,” both films on Netflix. Also, the Awards Circuit roundtable discusses the openings of “Dune” and “The French Dispatch” and what their Oscar chances might be, plus the return of HBO’s “Succession.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 14, 2021 • 1h 17min
Oscar Isaac (“The Card Counter” and “Dune”) and Jeffrey Wright (“The French Dispatch”) – Is ‘The Last Duel’ an Oscar Contender?
Oscar Isaac stops by to discuss his work in “The Card Counter” (Focus Features) and “Dune” (Warner Bros.), along with his performances in TV’s “Scenes from a Marriage” (HBO Max) and the upcoming superhero series, “Moon Knight” (Marvel/Disney Plus). Jeffrey Wright, one of the stars of “The French Dispatch” (Searchlight Pictures) talks working with Wes Anderson and his anticipated role as Commissioner Gordon in “The Batman.” The panel discusses if “The Last Duel” and “The Tender Bar” are Oscar contenders and where are all the women of color in the best actress race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 7, 2021 • 1h 33min
Ann Dowd (“Mass”) and Joe Wright (“Cyrano”)
Emmy winner Ann Dowd discusses her new film “Mass,” which focuses on two families in the aftermath of a school shooting. Also, we talk to “Cyrano” director Joe Wright about his take on the classic story. And the Awards Circuit Roundtable dives into IATSE and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 1, 2021 • 1h 34min
2021-2022 Film Awards Season Kick Off: Kirsten Dunst (“The Power of the Dog”) and Simon Rex (“Red Rocket”)
The film awards season kicks off with star Kirsten Dunst of Jane Campion’s “The Power of the Dog” (Netflix) and Simon Rex from Sean Baker’s “Red Rocket” (A24). Also, the Variety Awards Circuit roundtable discusses the New York Film Festival, which returned with “The Tragedy of Macbeth.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 23, 2021 • 1h 9min
Awards Circuit Post-Emmy Roundtable Mega Edition
Awards Circuit Podcast’s Michael Schneider, Danielle Turchiano, Jazz Tangcay and Clayton Davis recount the big wins, huge upsets, major surprises and super snubs at the 73rd Emmy Awards. Is straight-ticket voting now the Emmy norm? Did the telecast work? What was Conan doing? And what might be some wild ways the Academy might consider for the Emmys next? We wrap up the Emmys with one final mega roundtable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 16, 2021 • 1h 5min
Emma Corrin, Josh O’Connor and Gillian Anderson (“The Crown”) and Final Emmy Predictions
Emmy-nominated “The Crown” stars Gillian Anderson, Emma Corrin and Josh O’Connor discuss the breakout fourth season of the Netflix hit, and their takes on Margaret Thatcher, Princess Diana and Prince Charles. But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast roundtable, we share our final predictions for the 2021 Primetime Emmy Awards, which take place Sept. 19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 10, 2021 • 32min
Benedict Cumberbatch (“The Power of the Dog” and “The Electrical Life of Louis Wain”)
Benedict Cumberbatch had two films that screened at the Telluride Film Festival, and discusses his other upcoming projects including “Spider-Man: No Way Home” and “Doctor Strange 2” in this bonus edition of the Awards Circuit Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
