Katey Rich

Katey Rich, sharp entertainment reporter at The Ankler, and Chris Ryan, longtime film commentator, spar over the biggest Oscars snubs in a playful draft. They debate Best Picture wrongs, acting and directing misses, and domino rewrites of Oscar history. Later they dig into Óliver Laxe’s Sirāt, its ritual energy, desert rave setting, and why the film aims to provoke intense emotional release.

Katey Rich, an entertainment journalist and commentator at Prestige Junkie, joins to discuss the controversial integration of Polymarket at the Golden Globes. She describes the shock and outrage from attendees over the betting visuals, calling it 'incredibly tacky.' The conversation dives into the gamification of entertainment, tracing its evolution from call-in shows to today's live voting and betting. Ethical concerns about gambling in media are raised, questioning the impact on decorum and viewer engagement in the era of interactive television.

Ken Basin, former head of business affairs at Paramount TV and Amazon Studios and author on TV dealmaking, offers analysis of mergers, debt and the slowdowns they cause. Katey Rich, Prestige Junkie host and awards writer, discusses Oscar-week stakes, surprise acting races, campaigning timing and how prestige clashes with studio turmoil. Short, topical and sharply observant.

In a lively discussion, Katey Rich, an entertainment reporter and founder of Prestige Junkie, and Natalie Jarvey dive into the groundbreaking deal between the Oscars and YouTube. They explore how YouTube's vast audience reach could change the awards landscape. They also tackle the challenges faced by older viewers adapting to this shift. From measuring viewership to balancing the Oscars' prestige with YouTube's casual tone, Katey offers insights on production control and potential changes in show format. This deal marks a significant moment for both platforms and Hollywood!

In this entertaining dialogue, guest Katey Rich, a film critic and writer from Vanity Fair, dives into the quirks of 'Intolerable Cruelty,' featuring Clooney and Zeta-Jones at their prime. They unravel why the film flopped, debating if it was too mean or simply overshadowed by Clooney's dazzling smile. The discussion flits from Clooney's directorial missteps to memorable performances by Richard Jenkins, alongside a humorous exploration of Hollywood's evolving comedic landscape. Expect laughs along with a few surprising insights!