Awards Chatter

In front of an audience at Chapman University, the Japanese actress, whose performance on FX’s smash-hit limited series has catapulted her to stardom, reflects on her days in a J-pop girl group, reaching an international audience for the first time through ‘F9’ and the unique challenges and rewards of playing Lady Mariko. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The trailblazing film professor, who built Wesleyan University into an unlikely film powerhouse over her 60 years at the Connecticut liberal arts institution, reflects on how the field of film studies changed over the course of her career, the 13 hugely influential film books that she has authored and the future of film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The second-generation Hollywood legend reflects on growing up in the shadow of Kirk, breaking into the biz as both a producer (he won an Oscar for 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest') and an actor (he won an Oscar for 'Wall Street') and breaking away from the contemporary roles for which he's best known (including 'Fatal Attraction,' 'Basic Instinct' and 'Traffic') to play Benjamin Franklin in an Apple TV+ limited series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Renowned actor Tony Goldwyn discusses his Hollywood roots, balancing acting and directing, and his latest film about a father and son with Autism. He shares insights on working with Christopher Nolan, his innovative directorial approach, and upcoming career projects.

The trailblazing actress, who recently became the first Indigenous American ever nominated for the best actress Oscar, reflects on deciding to pursue a screen acting career despite the historically limited opportunities for Native Americans; almost walking away from the business after her award-winning performance in 2016's 'Certain Women' failed to create more opportunities; and how she wound up hearing from Martin Scorsese and tackling the part that changed her life and career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Korean-Canadian playwright-turned-filmmaker, Celine Song, shares her journey from childhood writing passions to creating her debut film. She discusses the challenges of finding success in the competitive arts industry and the influence of experienced producers like Christine Vachon. The podcast explores the power of pivotal lines in storytelling, the significance of bilingualism in capturing cultural nuances, and the intricate process of visual collaboration in filmmaking.

Trailblazing actress, America Ferrera, discusses her breakthrough role in 'Real Women Have Curves,' making history as the first Latina to win a best actress Emmy for 'Ugly Betty,' and earning an Oscar nomination for a showstopping monologue in 'Real Women Have Curves.'

The Irish actor who is Oscar-nominated for playing the father of the atomic bomb reflects on his unexpected shift from making music to acting, what led him to the beloved drama series 'Peaky Blinders' and what is at the center of his special six-film, 20-year collaboration with Christopher Nolan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grammy-winning songwriter and Oscar-winning composer, Jon Batiste, reflects on his legendary New Orleans music family, waging war against genres, and being featured in a Netflix documentary. He discusses his musical background, influences, experimentation, transition to TV, creating experimental and accessible music, and staying authentic amidst distractions.

Annette Bening, the admired veteran actress, reflects on breaking into Hollywood with 'The Grifters' and 'Bugsy', standout roles in films like 'The Kids Are All Right' and '20th Century Women', and her challenging role as swimmer Diana Nyad in 'Nyad'. They also discuss her parents' influence and the making of 'American Beauty'.