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Awards Circuit | Variety

"Awards Circuit," hosted by Clayton Davis, Jazz Tangcay, Emily Longeretta 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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50:20

Paul Walter Hauser (“Black Bird”)

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/06/08

“Black Bird” star Paul Walter Hauser discusses the challenges of starring as a serial killer in the Apple TV+ limited series, plus getting sober and why he thought he peaked with “Richard Jewell.” But first, on a live edition of the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we explain what makes this year a unique season for Emmy campaigns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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83:52

Riley Keough (“Daisy Jones & the Six”)

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/06/01

“Daisy Jones & the Six” star Riley Keough says she had no professional singing experience coming into the show. But that seems unbelievable given the music that she and her co-stars ultimately made. On this episode, Keough talks about the journey to making the Amazon Prime Video limited series and its lasting impact on her. But first, on the Roundtable, we get a Cannes recap, plus we talk "Succession" finale and a whole lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:31

Christina Ricci (“Yellowjackets”)

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/05/26

Spoiler alert! “Yellowjackets” star Christina Ricci talks about the shocking Season 2 finale (and the unexpected death), plus where the show might go in Season 3. We also talk about her other series, “Wednesday,” and whether she’ll return for Season 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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67:34

“Weird Al” Yankovic (“Weird: The Al Yankovic Story”)

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/05/25

Master of parody “Weird Al” Yankovic talks about his unbelievable career, leading up to the recent Roku Channel film “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story,” in which Daniel Radcliffe plays Al in a not-so-truthful retelling of his origins story. But first, on the Awards Circuit roundtable, we talk about the crazy end of May TV pileup this weekend, which includes the series finales of “Succession” and “Barry.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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53:47

Hasan Minhaj (“The King’s Jester”)

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/05/24

Comedian Hasan Minhaj discusses his recent Netflix standup special “The King’s Jester,” including what’s on or off limits when it comes to his family. We also discuss Netflix’s decision to pull an episode of his series ‘Patriot Act’ in Saudi Arabia, his current attitude toward social media, parenthood and whether he would take ‘The Daily Show’ job if asked. We even talk about the current status of the United States in the new world order. It’s a big episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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78:03

Alex Borstein (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”)

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/05/18

“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” star Alex Borstein discusses the final season of that landmark Amazon Prime Video comedy, as well as her latest comedy special and her on-going part of the "Family Guy" universe. But first, on the Roundtable, we check in on all the awards show postponements and cancellations, including the Daytime Emmys and Peabody Awards, and get the skinny straight from Cannes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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73:08

Melanie Lynskey (“Yellowjackets”)

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/05/11

“Yellowjackets” star Melanie Lynskey discusses the twists and turns that came with Season 2 of the hit Showtime drama, as well as her turn as a complicated bad ass on HBO’s breakout “The Last of Us.” But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we check in on how the writers strike is impacting the Emmy FYC season, as well as the flurry of last minute category changes as the Emmy submissions deadline came to pass this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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77:51

Adam Scott and Ken Marino (“Party Down”)

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/05/04

“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

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103:22

Elizabeth Olsen (“Love & Death”) and Kieran Culkin...

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/04/27

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

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60:12

Oscars 2023 Recap: Mega Roundtable

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/03/16

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

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54:33

Final Oscar Predictions: Mega Roundtable

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/03/09

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

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94:48

Brendan Fraser (“The Whale”) and Cate Blanchett (“Tár”)

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/03/03

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

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110:10

The Daniels (“Everything Everywhere All At Once”) and...

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/02/24

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

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91:20

Austin Butler (“Elvis”) and Edward Berger (“All Quiet...

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/02/17

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

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79:54

Jamie Lee Curtis (“Everything Everywhere All at...

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/02/09

“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

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74:18

Colin Farrell (“The Banshees of Inisherin”) and...

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/02/02

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

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80:01

Diane Warren (“Tell It Like a Woman”) and Mandy...

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/01/27

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

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64:51

Final Oscar Nominations Predictions and “Black...

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/01/19

It’s a Mega Roundtable Edition, as we await the nominations announcement for the 95th Oscars on Tuesday, January 24. We dissect final predictions for key categories, including best picture. Also on this episode, a chat with the creative team behind “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” including director Ryan Coogler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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77:24

N.T. Rama Rao Jr. and Ram Charan (“RRR”) and Bill...

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/01/13

"RRR" stars N.T. Rama Rao Jr. and Ram Charan on the extensive shoot of S.S. Rajamouli's Indian-Tollywood epic that has taken global cinemas by storm. Also on this episode, we sit down with “Living” star Bill Nighy. But first, the Roundtable dissects the Golden Globes winners and the SAG Awards nominations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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63:19

Sarah Polley (“Women Talking”) and Final Golden...

Awards Circuit | Variety ·

2023/01/05

"Women Talking" writer and director Sarah Polley talks about the last decade and thinking she could never make movies again. In addition, the roundtable shares their final Golden Globes predictions ahead of the ceremony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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