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"Awards Circuit" is hosted by Clayton Davis, 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 4, 2023 • 1h 19min
Adam Scott and Ken Marino (“Party Down”)
“Party Down” stars and pals Adam Scott and Ken Marino talk about the comedy’s unexpected revival, as well as how it originally came to be. Plus, their friendship origins story, and we try to get Scott to spill on Season 2 of “Severance.” But first, on the Roundtable, we recap what has happened so far with the writers strike, and how it’s already impacting Emmy season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 27, 2023 • 1h 44min
Elizabeth Olsen (“Love & Death”) and Kieran Culkin (“Succession”)
On this Emmy season premiere of the Variety Awards Circuit podcast, we talk to “Love & Death” star Elizabeth Olsen. Also on this episode, “Succession” standout Kieran Culkin. But first, on the Awards Circuit roundtable, we recap all of this week’s crazy news, from Jeff Shell’s exit from NBCUniversal to the possibility of a writers strike – in addition to early Emmy handicapping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 16, 2023 • 1h 1min
Oscars 2023 Recap: Mega Roundtable
The 95th Oscars are over, and “Everything Everywhere All at Once” was the big winner, including best picture. On this Mega Roundtable edition of the Awards Circuit podcast, we recount the show and dissect the winners, from host Jimmy Kimmel’s excellent monologue to how every single category panned out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 9, 2023 • 55min
Final Oscar Predictions: Mega Roundtable
It all comes down to this weekend. Variety’s Clayton Davis, Jazz Tangcay, Jenelle Riley and Michael Schneider dissect the Oscar categories one last time and share final predictions. Will “Everything Everywhere All at Once” sweep the night? Or are some surprises in store? Listen along as you fill out your office Oscars pool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 3, 2023 • 1h 34min
Brendan Fraser (“The Whale”) and Cate Blanchett (“Tár”)
Oscar-nominated Brendan Fraser talks about “The Whale,” as well as his career renaissance and what’s coming next. Also on this episode, another Oscar-nominated icon, “Tár” star Cate Blanchett. But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we recap the SAG and DGA awards winners and set the stage as final Oscar voting gets underway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24, 2023 • 1h 51min
The Daniels (“Everything Everywhere All At Once”) and Ruben Östlund (“Triangle of Sadness”)
Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, aka the Daniels, are on top of the world with “Everything Everywhere All At Once.” We talk to Oscar-nominated writer-directors the Daniels about that film, as well as their approach to life and filmmaking. Also on this episode, a chat with Oscar-nominated "Triangle of Sadness" writer and director Ruben Östlund. But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we give our predictions for this weekend’s SAG awards and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 17, 2023 • 1h 31min
Austin Butler (“Elvis”) and Edward Berger (“All Quiet on the Western Front”)
Oscar-nominated “Elvis” star Austin Butler talks about preparing for that film, as well as early career stints such as “The Carrie Diaries,” wether he’d join in on a “Zoey 101” reunion and his role in “Dune 2.” Also on this episode, a chat with Oscar-nominated “All Quiet on the Western Front” director Edward Berger. But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we give our predictions for this weekend’s DGA awards and we talk about the latest Emmy rule change, as double dipping returns for docs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 9, 2023 • 1h 21min
Jamie Lee Curtis (“Everything Everywhere All at Once”) and Joel Crawford (“Puss in Boots: The Last Wish”)
“Everything Everywhere All at Once” star Jamie Lee Curtis discusses her first-ever Oscar nomination, and the outspoken superstar doesn’t hold back. Also on this episode, a chat with Oscar-nominated “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” director Joel Crawford on taking the animated cat beyond the original. But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we dissect the Grammys, including the debate over album of the year, and we also dig into the Oscar screenplay categories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 2, 2023 • 1h 14min
Colin Farrell (“The Banshees of Inisherin”) and Justin Hurwitz (“Babylon”)
Oscar-nominated “The Banshees of Inisherin” actor Colin Farrell talks about that film, as well as what’s next on the docket: playing the Penguin for a TV spinoff of “The Batman.” Also on this episode, a chat with Oscar-nominated composer Justin Hurwitz (“Babylon”). But first, on the Awards Circuit roundtable, we go deep into the Andrea Riseborough Oscar nomination controversy, and the Academy’s decision not to rescind her nod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 27, 2023 • 1h 20min
Diane Warren (“Tell It Like a Woman”) and Mandy Walker (“Elvis”)
Songwriter Diane Warren talks about her 14th Oscar nomination – the most of any in the song category without a win – this time for “Applause,” her tune frm the film “Tell It Like a Woman,” performed by Sofia Carson. Also on this episode, a chat with Oscar-nominated cinematographer Mandy Walker, from the film “Elvis.” But first, the Awards Circuit Roundtable digs into this year’s Oscar nominations and all the snubs and surprises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
