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
Jun 6, 2024 • 1h 34min
John Mulaney (“Everybody’s In L.A. with John Mulaney”)
“Everybody’s In L.A.” host John Mulaney discusses his perspectives on Los Angeles’ identity, his creative processes, whether he’s on Season 3 of “The Bear” and if he’d be willing to host the Oscars. Also, the Roundtable dissects the comedy acting Emmy categories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 4, 2024 • 1h 35min
Jharrel Jerome (“I’m a Virgo”); Noah Hawley (“Fargo”)
“I’m a Virgo” star Jharrel Jerome discusses his initial reaction to his most unusual character, a 13-foot teenager, on the Amazon Prime Video series. Also, “Fargo” exec producer Noah Hawley talks about his show’s critically acclaimed Season 5, what’s next for him with “Alien” and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 30, 2024 • 1h 1min
Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder (“Hacks”)
“Hacks” stars Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder discuss the huge twist at the end of the Max series’ Season 3 finale, and how that sets up a new dynamic between their characters heading into Season 4. Also on this episode, the Awards Circuit Roundtable looks at the contenders in this year’s drama acting categories, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 28, 2024 • 1h 4min
Ramy Youssef (“More Feelings”); Jake Lacy (“Apples Never Fall”)
Comedian Ramy Youssef discusses the timing of his latest HBO standup special, “More Feelings,” and how the war in Gaza impacted it. Also on this episode, “Apples Never Fall” star Jake Lacy on his Peacock series’ tortured family dynamics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 23, 2024 • 1h 4min
Alan Cumming (“The Traitors”)
“The Traitors” host Alan Cumming answers burning questions about the hit Peacock competition series, including his fashion, his take on the gameplay and any hints he might have about Season 3. Also, the Roundtable looks at more of this year’s Emmy category shifts as the campaign kicks into high gear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 21, 2024 • 1h 4min
Seth Rogen (“Platonic”); Lamorne Morris (“Fargo”)
“Platonic” star Seth Rogen talks about the series (and reuniting with his “Neighbors” co-star Rose Byrne) and what to expect in Season 2. He also talks about his charitable foundation, how he’s evolved in Hollywood, and more. Later, “Fargo” star Lamorne Morris discusses the fate of his character, as well as how being a bank spokesman means his face can be seen everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 16, 2024 • 1h 13min
Lulu Wang and Sarayu Blue (“Expats”)
“Expats” filmmaker Lulu Wang and star Sarayu Blue discuss their Prime Video series. Also on this Episode, the roundtable discusses what’s going on with "Shogun," plus the surprise success of "Baby Reindeer" and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 14, 2024 • 1h 10min
Tony Shalhoub (“Mr. Monk’s Last Case”); Kali Reis (“True Detective: Night Country”)
Tony Shalhoub on why the time was right to bring back 'Monk,' balancing the show’s comedy with more emotional tones and how that ending could very well set up more 'Monk' movies. Also, "True Detective: Night Country" star Kali Reis on the move from boxing to acting, working with Jodie Foster and her take on the show's ending. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 9, 2024 • 33min
Maya Rudolph (“Loot”)
“Loot” star Maya Rudolph talks about her favorite Taylor Swift song, her love of Prince, and how her show’s second season has some good ideas about what billionaires should be doing with their money. And we also ask her to share her favorite songs that have to do with money and wealth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 7, 2024 • 1h 20min
Busy Philipps and Paula Pell (“Girls5Eva”); “Quiet on Set” Directors
“Girls5eva” stars Paula Pell and Busy Philipps discuss the show's Season 3 move to Netflix, the show's joke density and why you need to tune in if you haven’t already. Also on this episode, we talk to the producers behind Investigation Discovery's “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV” docuseries and the reaction to its expose on the dangers of being a child actor on one of the youth-geared linear networks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
