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The Awardist

Entertainment Weekly

Buckle up, it"s time to turn on the TV for Emmys season! And, of course, Entertainment Weekly’s The Awardist podcast has you covered. From the early contenders to the unexpected gems, we are discussing it all. Join EW’s editorial director Gerrad Hall, and his opinionated co-hosts every Thursday to keep up with the long road to TV"s biggest night. This season is packed with interviews with Sterling K. Brown, Jean Smart, Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, and so much more. Participate in our weekly polls on

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70:53

‘Nobody Wants This’ stars Kristen Bell and Adam...

The Awardist ·

2025/05/22

Kristen Bell and Adam Brody quickly became a TV ‘it couple’ thanks to their Netflix comedy series ‘Nobody Wants This’ — they’re looking back on the first season, from the instant success to that ‘greatest kiss of all time’ and character dynamics, and teasing what’s to come in season 2. Plus, Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW critic Kristen Baldwin break down the lead and supporting comedy actor categories, and remember ‘Cheers’ star George Wendt, who died this week at age 76. And we discuss the

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69:54

'Matlock' stars Kathy Bates and Skye P. Marshall, why...

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2025/05/15

After becoming the No. 1 new series of the 2024-2025 season, 'Matlock' stars Kathy Bates and Skye P. Marshall join Awardist host Gerrad Hall for an insightful and fun conversation about the new series — from Olympia's interrogation of a now busted Matty to all those clues we missed and Matty getting high. Plus, Gerrad and EW critic Kristen Baldwin break down the success of the series and why it works, as well as the series' chances for Emmys. EW editorial director Dalton Ross and sr. writer Maureen

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54:29

'Agatha All Along' stars Kathryn Hahn and Patti...

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2025/05/08

'Agatha All Along' stars Kathryn Hahn and Patti Lupone join Awardist host Gerrad Hall for a laugh-filled look back on their Marvel series — chatting about everything from understanding comics lore to those dropping swords, deaths, what it was like watching the 'Ballad of the Witches' Road' blow up, and more. Plus, Gerrad and EW critic Kristen Baldwin breakdown the very competitive lead and supporting comedy actress categories, Kristen advocates for a drama actress she thinks oughta get a nod, and

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67:56

'Abbott Elementary' star Janelle James, 'Harry...

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2025/05/01

The hilarious Janelle James sits down with Awardist host Gerrad Hall to chat about her expanded journey on season 4 of 'Abbott Elementary,' from her character's firing as principal to her potential new love life and her father re-entering her life. Plus, EW Editor-in-Chief Patrick Gomez joins Gerrad to discuss John Lithgow revealing criticism of his joining the 'Harry Potter' series amid backlash over author J.K. Rowling's anti-trans comments. Plus, Patrick shares who he thinks oughta get a nod for

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56:02

‘Hacks’ stars Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder, on...

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2025/04/24

Following their Beat Comedy Series win last year, can ‘Hacks’ do it again? Awardist host Gerrad Hall sits down with stars Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder to look back on their big win, reflect on that season 3 finale shocker, and break down the action so far in season 4. Plus, Gerrad and EW critic Kristen Baldwin discuss the Academy’s decision to require members to see all nominees before voting, and — SPOILERS AHEAD — and they as well as EW Editor Nick Romano discuss that huge shocker on The Last

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62:26

'The Pitt' star Noah Wyle, Emmys reveal 2025 host

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2025/04/17

The doctor is in! Noah Wyle, star of one of the most talked about shows of the year, 'The Pitt,' talks to Awardist host Gerrad Hall about returning to the medical drama after so many years on 'ER' — his hesitations, the memories it brought back, going to medical boot camp again, how the pandemic inspired this series' focus on medical professionals, and more — as well as the complicated emotional state of his character, Dr. Robby, the devastating episode 4, which he directed, and more. He also looks

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59:07

'The White Lotus' finale reaction, 'Hacks' returns,...

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2025/04/10

Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW critic Kristen Baldwin break down the season finale of 'The White Lotus,' including why Carrie Coon and Parker Posey were the MVPs and questions we were asking when it was all done. Plus, 'Hacks' is back for its fourth season, following its Best Comedy Series Emmy win for season 3. Kristen chats with the stars of one of her favorite series, which she named No. 1 of 2024, 'Pachinko' star Minha Kim. And we advocate for a member of the 'SNL' cast who we think Oughta Get

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56:32

'Monsters' stars Nicholas Alexander Chavez and Cooper...

The Awardist ·

2025/04/03

Awardist host Gerrad Hall chats with 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story' stars Nicholas Alexander Chavez and Cooper Koch about landing their roles and whether they put up a fight to get them, their most taxing scenes, audience reaction, and more — plus, Chavez teases the I Know What You Did Last Summer reboot, and we dream cast Koch in an upcoming series. Plus, Gerrad and EW critic Kristen Baldwin break down the Limited Series category, and we advocate for the series we think Oughta Get a

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63:04

Emmys season kick-off with Sterling K. Brown, and...

The Awardist ·

2025/03/27

The Awardist is kicking off a new season as we hit the road toward the 2025 Emmys. Host Gerrad Hall chats with 'Paradise' star Sterling K. Brown, who breaks down that intense showdown with Julianne Nicholson in episode 7 and has some laughs about that nude shower scene — plus, he looks back on This Is Us and the episode fans still want to talk to him about. Elsewhere, EW critic Kristen Baldwin joins Gerrad for a discussion about the Lead Actor in a Drama race, and how Sam Rockwell's performance on

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30:57

2025 Oscars recap, analysis, favorite moments, and more

The Awardist ·

2025/03/04

From Anora's big sweep — winning Best Picture, Director, Actress, Editing, and Original Screenplay — to Adrien Brody's win over Timothée Chalamet and Flow's Best Animated Feature win over The Wild Robot, Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW Oscars expert Joey Nolfi break down the biggest headlines from the 2025 Oscars and analyze how the BAFTAs and international membership of the Academy impacted the race.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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34:03

Final Oscar winner predictions, secret ballot results

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2025/02/27

And down the stretch they come! The 2025 Oscars race is almost one for the history books, and it has been a wild and unpredictable one in many ways. Will Anora take home Best Picture, or did the SAG Awards ensemble win for Conclave indicate a possible upset in that category? Will Mikey Madison or Demi Moore win Best Actress? And was Timothée Chalamet's SAG win for Best Actor an indication of Oscar to come? EW's Oscars expert Joey Nolfi shares his final Oscar winner predictions in the top categories

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23:50

SAG Award winner predictions, BAFTA impact on Oscars...

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2025/02/20

Will Conclave’s Best Film and Mikey Madison’s surprise Best Actress win at the BAFTAs have any impact on their Oscar chances? Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW Oscars expert Joey Nolfi analyze the race after those victories. Plus, who will take home SAG awards? Listen for our predictions…there could be a wicked surprise in one (more more?) category.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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66:48

How Anora became Oscar frontrunner...again, and I'm...

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2025/02/13

After taking top honors at the PGA and DGA Awards, as well as a big win at the Critics Choice Awards, Anora and director Sean Baker have catapulted to the top of their categories. Can anything stop the movie from winning Best Picture? Plus, I'm Still Here star and Best Actress nominee Fernanda Torres chats with Awardist host Gerrad Hall about earning a spot at the Oscars, the movie's surprise Best Picture nomination, the 'long marathon' that is awards season, and more.Learn more about your ad

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98:06

Breaking down the Karla Sofìa Gascón controversy,...

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2025/02/06

The Oscar race just got a lot more interesting for all the bad reasons, as Emilia Pérez star and Best Actress nominee Karla Sofía Gascón has come under fire for past insensitive comments. Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW editor-in-chief Patrick Gomez break down the controversy and what it could now mean for the film's chances at the Oscars. Plus, Patrick takes us inside the Grammys, with highlights from the red carpet and the awards ceremony. And Gerrad chats with The Wild Robot star Lupita Nyong'o

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84:05

Grammy winner predictions, Sing Sing Oscar nominee...

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2025/01/30

Sing Sing Oscar nominee Colman Domingo joins Awardist host Gerrad Hall for an in-depth discussion about his performance as a wrongfully convicted man who finds hope in the prison’s arts program, the role that changed his career, working on Gus Van Sant’s next movie, and more. Plus, will Beyoncé FINALLY win Album of the Year for Cowboy Carter? EW Editor-in-Chief Patrick Gomez and Sr. Music Editor Jason Lamphier join Gerrad for Grammy winner predictions in the Album, Record, Song, and New Artist

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41:26

Oscar nominations analysis, snubs, surprises, winner...

The Awardist ·

2025/01/23

Emilia Pérez leads Oscar nominations with 13, followed by The Brutalist and Wicked with 10. How will those translate into wins, if at all? Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW Oscars expert Joey Nolfi break down this year's list of nominees and look ahead to who has the momentum to win. Plus, the biggest Oscar nomination snubs and surprises.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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76:22

Oscar nomination predictions, The Room Next Door...

The Awardist ·

2025/01/16

We are tracking how the Los Angeles fires are impacting awards season and beyond — and share our thoughts on whether awards season should be postponed entirely. But with things currently moving forward, EW Oscars expert Joey Nolfi joins Awardist host Gerrad Hall with Oscar nomination predictions for Best Picture, Director, Lead and Supporting Actor and Actress. And Gerrad chats with The Room Next Door stars Tilda Swinton and Julianna Moore about the movie that explores death — and life.Learn more

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69:07

Wicked star Cynthia Erivo, SAG nominations analysis

The Awardist ·

2025/01/09

Wicked star Cynthia Erivo joins Awardist host Gerrad Hall for an in-depth conversation about her journey with the film, its many improvised moments, Elphaba's wink to Glinda, those Baby Nessa memes, finding her voice, and more. Plus, EW Oscars expert Joey Nolfi joins Gerrad to break down the SAG Awards nominations, the impact of the Golden Globes, and more.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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62:38

Nightbitch star Amy Adams, Oscars shortlist snub

The Awardist ·

2024/12/19

Nightbitch star Amy Adams looks back with Awardist host Gerrad Hall on her six Oscar nominations and her first big role in Drop Dead Gorgeous, and does a deep dive on her new movie, playing a mother who craves more from her mundane life. Plus, EW Editor-in-Chief Patrick Gomez joins Gerrad to discuss a glaring omission from the 2025 Oscars shortlists, the Critics Choice Awards nominations, the SAG Awards Season Celebration, and more.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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82:48

Maria's Angelina Jolie and Pablo Larraín,...

The Awardist ·

2024/12/12

Angelina Jolie thought her acting days were probably behind her...until Pablo Larraín offered her Maria. Those two sit down with Awardist host Gerrad Hall to discuss the Maria Callas film — plus, Unstoppable star Jharrel Jerome and director William Goldenberg chat with Gerrad about that inspiring sports and family drama. And EW's Sr. Writer Maureen Lee Lenker joins Gerrad to chat about the Golden Globe nominations and National Board of Review winners.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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