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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.
Latest episodes

May 2, 2024 • 1h 33min
“Curb Your Enthusiasm” Cast
“Curb Your Enthusiasm” stars Jeff Garlin, Susie Essman, JB Smoove and Cheryl Hines discuss the end of the landmark HBO series and whether it will ever return in some form. They talk about their lasting memories from their time with Larry David and how their approach to the show changed over the years. Also, the Roundtable is back and ready to set the stage for Emmy season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 15, 2024 • 50min
Oscars Final Recap: Roundtable Mega Edition
The Variety Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable gathers to close this Oscars season by giving one last look at the winners, losers and surprises coming out of the 96thAcademy Awards. “Oppenheimer” didn’t quite sweep, but it came close. “Poor Things” surprised. Scorsese goes home empty handed, again. Join Clayton Davis, Jenelle Riley, Jazz Tangcay and Michael Schneider as we give our parting thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 7, 2024 • 1h 4min
Mega Roundtable Final Oscar Predictions
Is “Oppenheimer” about to sweep the Oscars? Will Lily Gladstone or Emma Stone take home the best actress trophy? The Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable tackles every Oscar category as we prepare for Sunday’s 96th annual Academy Awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 22, 2024 • 1h 17min
Jeffrey Wright (“American Fiction”)
“American Fiction” star Jeffrey Wright discusses his Oscar nomination. Also, the Roundtable gives its picks for this weekend’s SAG Awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 15, 2024 • 1h 42min
Lily Gladstone (“Killers of the Flower Moon”) and Tony McNamara (“Poor Things”)
Oscar-nominated “Killers of the Flower Moon” star Lily Gladstone discusses the recognition, what the movie means to her and more. Also, “Poor Things” screenwriter Tony McNamara talks about his Oscar nomination. And the Awards Circuit Roundtable banters on the Oscar nominees luncheon, the DGA Awards and what’s next on the Road to the Oscars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 8, 2024 • 1h 31min
Kemp Powers, Joaquim Dos Santos and Justin K. Thompson (“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse”)
“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” directors Kemp Powers, Joaquim Dos Santos and Justin K. Thompson discuss their hit, and now Oscar-nominated, film. When will the next installment come out? Also on this episode, the Roundtable discusses why this feels like an extra-long Oscar season, and we recap a fantastic Grammy awards telecast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 2, 2024 • 58min
Matthew Libatique (“Maestro”)
Oscar-nominated cinematographer Matthew Libatique talks about collaborating again with Bradley Cooper on “Maestro,” and their growing friendship. Also, the Roundtable discusses the best actress Oscar race, what TV shows they’ve been watching and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 25, 2024 • 1h 17min
Colman Domingo (“Rustin”)
“Rustin” star Colman Domingo talks just hours after learning about his Oscar nomination about his reactions to the news. Also, he reveals some of the big projects he has next, and whether he thinks this is the final season of “Euphoria.” But first, the Roundtable goes through those Oscar nominations — and looks at who has the most momentum and who got the worst snub. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 18, 2024 • 38min
Emmy Awards Recap: Roundtable Mega Edition
In a special all-Roundtable edition, we recap the big winners of the 75th Emmys, including “Succession,” “The Bear” and “Beef,” as well as the night’s biggest snubs and surprises. Plus, we rave about the nostalgia-laden telecast itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 13, 2024 • 37min
Bradley Cooper and Carey Mulligan (“Maestro”)
“Maestro” director/writer/star Bradley Cooper and star Carey Mulligan discuss the film, and the process of getting into the midset to play Leonard Bernstein and his wife, Felicia Montealegre. The two break down key scenes, and talk about their favorite acting works from one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices