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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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Jan 16, 2025 • 41min
L.A. Strong: Mega Roundtable Edition
Variety’s Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable discussesthe week in Los Angeles as fires hit Pacific Palisades and Altadena, amongother areas, We look at how this has impacted the city and the workers who makeup the entertainment industry. And we look at what this means for awardsseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 12, 2025 • 1h 6min
Sebastian Stan (“A Different Man,” “The Apprentice”)
Golden Globes winner Sebastian Stan (“A Different Man,” “TheApprentice”) talks about his two awards-contending films. Also in this episode,the Awards Circuit Roundtable recounts the wins and surprises at this year’sGolden Globes awards.THIS EPISODE OF THE AWARDS CIRCUIT PODCAST WAS TAPED PRIORTO THE DEVASTATING FIRES IN THE LOS ANGELES AREA. OUR HEART GOES OUT TO THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN IMPACTED BY THE DISASTER. FOR INFORMATION ON HOW TO HELP, GO TO CALFUND.ORG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 11, 2025 • 48min
Ariana Grande (“Wicked”)
“Wicked” star Ariana Grande talks about thatfilm, the deeply personal journey of becoming Glinda, the emotional toll of“Wicked,” her plans for a deluxe version of her album, and her thoughts on whatthe future of movie musicals should look like.THIS EPISODE OF THE AWARDS CIRCUIT PODCAST WAS TAPED PRIORTO THE DEVASTATING FIRES IN THE LOS ANGELES AREA. OUR HEART GOES OUT TO THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN IMPACTED BY THE DISASTER. FOR INFORMATION ON HOW TO HELP, GO TO CALFUND.ORG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 2, 2025 • 1h 20min
RaMell Ross (“Nickel Boys”); Jesse Eisenberg (“A Real Pain”)
“Nickel Boys” director RaMell Ross about cutting through in Hollywood with a unique, daring story; and Jesse Eisenberg talks about directing and starring in “A Real Pain.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 26, 2024 • 1h 21min
Cynthia Erivo (“Wicked”); Monica Barbaro (“A Complete Unknown”)
“Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo on the strong reaction to the musical film, and what to expect in Part 2. Also, Monica Barbaro on playing Joan Baez in “A Complete Unknown.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 19, 2024 • 1h 39min
Steve McQueen (“Blitz”); Robbie Williams (“Better Man”)
“Blitz” director Steve McQueen on casting Saoirse Ronan in his film and why he believes cinema is the best medium in the world. Also, Robbie Williams on being portrayed as a monkey in “Better Man.” And the Roundtable looks at this year’s Oscars shortlists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 12, 2024 • 1h 38min
Denzel Washington (“Gladiator II”); Jharrel Jerome (“Unstoppable”)
“Gladiator II” star Denzel Washington on reuniting with director Ridley Scott, his next Spike Lee film and more. Also, Jharrel Jerome on working with Jennifer Lopez in “Unstoppable,” and the Roundtable looks at the Golden Globe Awards nominations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 5, 2024 • 1h 38min
Guy Pearce (“The Brutalist”); Ray Fisher (“The Piano Lesson”)
“The Brutalist” star Guy Pearce on his recent renaissance, and why there hasn’t been a sequel to “LA Confidential.” Also: “The Piano Lesson” star Ray Fisher on the industry and his place in it. Plus, the Roundtable looks at the Independent Spirit Awards nominations and National Board of Review’s 2024 honorees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 28, 2024 • 1h 9min
Jennifer Lopez (“Unstoppable”)
“Unstoppable” star Jennifer Lopez talks about her new film and reflects on her decades-long career — including the challenges of being a Latina actress in Hollywood, and her belief in the power of art to inspire and unite. Also on this episode, the Roundtable makes some Thanksgiving TV and movie suggestions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 21, 2024 • 1h 24min
Clarence Maclin (“Sing Sing”); Pharrell Williams (“Piece by Piece”)
“Sing Sing” co-writer and star Clarence Maclin discusses the film and working with Colman Domingo, and Pharrell Williams on how his biopic turned into an animated Lego movie. Also, the Roundtable dissects the news that Conan O’Brien will host the next Oscars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
