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"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.
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May 9, 2025 • 48min
Trump’s Hollywood Tariffs, Emmy Talk Show Conundrum and ‘The Daily Show’s’ Ronny Chieng on Becoming a U.S. Citizen Now
“The Daily Show” exec producer/star Ronny Chieng on what it’s like on
the set in this current administration. Also, how he’s working on a live
follow-up to his “Love to Hate It” special, plus what it means to become a
citizen in 2025. Meanwhile, the Roundtable dissects Trump's new Hollywood
tariffs plan, and looks at the confusing Emmy variety talk and sketch
categories.
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May 2, 2025 • 57min
Questlove (“Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of SNL Music”)
The Roots member Questlove, who has become
a prolific documentarian in his spare time, talks about co-directing “Ladies
& Gentlemen… 50 Years of SNL Music,” among his other projects. Also: The
Roundtable discusses Oscar rules changes, and the Emmy category for outstanding
drama actress.
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Apr 25, 2025 • 1h 1min
Conan O’Brien (“Conan O’Brien Must Go”)
Conan O’Brien on his new season of Max’s“Conan O’Brien Must Go,” as well as his decision to return to host the Oscarsagain next year, and what to expect in his upcoming dramatic role in the film“If I Had Legs I’d Kick You.” Also, the Roundtable looks at the Emmy lead actorcategories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 18, 2025 • 55min
Bruce Springsteen and Thom Zimny (“Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band”)
Bruce Springsteen and director ThomZimny on their Hulu/Disney+ doc “Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E StreetBand.” Also, the Roundtable sets the stage for a unpredictable Emmy season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 10, 2025 • 37min
Bonus Episode: SXSW Variety/YouTube Podcasting Panel
The Variety PodcastingBrunch at SXSW featured Sean Evans, host of “Hot Ones”; Rhett McLaughlin andLink Neal, the hosts of “Good Mythical Morning“; and Marques Brownlee, host of“Waveform Podcast” in a panel discussion about how they are trailblazingstorytelling and fan engagement across popular talk shows and podcasts. Sponsored by YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 6, 2025 • 42min
Oscars Full Recap: Mega Roundtable Edition
Variety’s Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable looksat all the surprises, streaks and snubs from the 97th Oscars —including that major “Anora” sweep and Conan O’Brien’s successful hosting turn.Let’s look back one more time at what the Academy got right and how it was sotough to predict this year’s outcomes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 27, 2025 • 50min
Pre-Oscars Final Predictions: Mega Roundtable Edition
Variety’s Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable givesits final predictions for the 2025 Oscars. Is it “Anora” or “Conclave” in abattle for best picture, or will there be more surprises? Listen and then fillout your office pool ballot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 14, 2025 • 40min
James Mangold (“A Complete Unknown”)
“A Complete Unknown” director James Mangoldreflects on his creative process, the deep collaboration with Timothée Chalametand co-star Monica Barbaro, his early struggles within his Hollywood career,and why he had no interest in commissioning an original Bob Dylan song for thefilm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 13, 2025 • 1h 40min
Fernanda Torres (“I’m Still Here”), Coralie Fargeat (“The Substance”)
“I’m Still Here” star Fernanda Torres talksabout her Oscar nomination, Golden Globe win and being the pride of Brazil.Also, “The Substance” director Coralie Fargeat on her unique film. But first,the Roundtable looks at last weekend’s awards shows — and how “Anora” hasbecome the Oscar frontrunner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 6, 2025 • 2h 7min
Demi Moore (“The Substance”), Zoe Saldaña (“Emilia Pérez”)
“The Substance” star Demi Moore onfinally getting her first Oscar nomination, while “Emilia Pérez” star ZoeSaldaña addresses the controversy currently surrounding her film and its star.Meanwhile, the Roundtable discusses what has happened with “Emilia Pérez” andthe actions of star Karla Sofia Gascón. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
