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
Jul 15, 2021 • 1h 17min
“Nailed It” host Nicole Byer and Emmy nomination mega-roundtable
Emmy nominee Nicole Byer on her hosting gigs (“Nailed It,” “Wipeout”), her multi-generational appeal and returning to the standup stage after a break during the pandemic. Also: Michael Schneider, Danielle Turchiano, Jazz Tangcay and Clayton Davis break down the Emmy nomination surprises, snubs, shockers and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 1, 2021 • 1h 37min
“New Girl” reunion and Forest Whitaker (“Godfather of Harlem”)
It’s a "New Girl" reunion! Creator and showrunner Elizabeth Meriwether and cast members Zooey Deschanel, Max Greenfield, Jake Johnson, Lamorne Morris and Hannah Simone gather to discuss favorite moments from the series, things the censors wouldn't let you see, True American rules, and yes, whether a reunion episode or movie will ever happen. Later, we speak with “Godfather of Harlem” star Forest Whitaker about the series and what got him excited again about acting. But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit roundtable, we wrap up Emmys 2021 phase one as nominations voting has ended. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 25, 2021 • 1h 5min
Ethan Hawke/Joshua Caleb Johnson (“The Good Lord Bird”) and Phil Rosenthal (“Somebody Feed Phil”)
“The Good Lord Bird” stars Ethan Hawke (also an executive producer) and Joshua Caleb Johnson about their Showtime limited series, showcasing the story of abolitionist John Brown and the unique relationship between their characters. Later on, we chat with Phil Rosenthal about his Netflix food travel series “Somebody Feed Phil” and how much it meant to viewers during the recent COVID-19 lockdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 24, 2021 • 1h 36min
Jurnee Smollett (“Lovecraft Country”) and Derek DelGaudio (“In & Of Itself”)
Jurnee Smollett, the star of HBO’s “Lovecraft Country” on immersing herself into the history of Jim Crow-era america, and how “Lovecraft Country” uses horror as a lens to depict the real-life horror of that time for Black Americans. Later on, we speak with “In & Of Itself” star Derek DelGaudio about turning his awe-inspiring and mysterious stage show into a TV special, directed by Frank Oz. But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit roundtable, we get into the Emmy comedy race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 18, 2021 • 1h 7min
BONUS: The Cast of “Girls5eva” and Chelsea Handler (“Evolution”)
“Girls5eva” stars Sara Bareilles, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Busy Philipps and Paula Pell about their new peacock comedy, including the show’s catchy tunes, its choreography, and how it was a challenge to shoot during the pandemic but a joy to watch. Later on, we chat with Chelsea Handler about her HBO Max standup special “Evolution.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 17, 2021 • 1h 24min
Anthony Mackie (“Falcon and the Winter Soldier”) and Jac Schaeffer/Paul Bettany (“WandaVision”)
All-Marvel episode! “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” star Anthony Mackie discusses the Marvel universe and his journey to becoming the new Captain America. Also, “WandaVision” head writer Jac Schaeffer and star Paul Bettany talk about pulling off an homage to classic TV sitcoms in one of the most ambitious shows to come along in years. But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit roundtable, we discuss the surprisingly sparse Emmy drama race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 10, 2021 • 1h 18min
Billy Porter (“Pose”) and Martin Freeman/Daisy Haggard (“Breeders”)
Billy Porter discusses the emotional finale to FX's “Pose,” and what the show has meant to him, its viewers and to the communities in which it provided a voice. We also chat with “Breeders” stars Martin Freeman and Daisy Haggard about how their show may be the most realistic portrayal of parenthood on TV ever. But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit roundtable, we discuss the increasingly unpredictable limited and anthology series race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 8, 2021 • 55min
Rob McElhenney (“Mythic Quest”) and Katey Sagal (“Rebel”/”The Conners”)
“Mythic Quest” star and executive producer Rob McElhenney discusses Season 2 of the Apple TV Plus comedy and some of the unique choices and experiments it makes with its storytelling. Later on, we chat with TV icon Katey Sagal about her recurring role on “The Conners,” as well as her recent but, alas, short-lived ABC drama “Rebel.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 3, 2021 • 1h 17min
Elisabeth Moss (“The Handmaid’s Tale”) and Kirby Dick/Amy Ziering (“Allen v. Farrow”)
“The Handmaid’s Tale’ star and executive producer Elisabeth Moss discusses some of the big developments on this season of Hulu’s “The Handmaid’s Tale,” and what it was like to direct those pivotal episodes. Later on, we chat with “Allen v. Farrow” filmmakers Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering about the unexpected focus on that series. But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit roundtable, we discuss the rise of genre programming at the Emmys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 27, 2021 • 1h 28min
James Corden (“The Late Late Show with James Corden”) and Kathleen Turner (“The Kominsky Method”)
“The Late Late Show” host James Corden discusses the unusual year of hosting his show from his garage, and then in a studio with no audience — and the freedom that came with breaking traditional talk show rules. Also, “The Kominsky Method’s” Kathleen Turner on joining the show in Season 3 and reuniting with co-star Michael Douglas. And on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we wrap up the traditional TV season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
