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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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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,...

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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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88:23

Inside Out 2’s Amy Poehler and Kelsey Mann, The Order...

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2024/12/05

What do the Gotham Awards wins mean for Nickel Boys and its director RaMell Ross? Did Colman Domingo just get a vital boost in his campaign? Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW’s Oscars expert Joey Nolfi analyze what those wins mean — and predict what the big headline might be out of the Golden Globes nominations. Plus, Gerrad chats with Amy Poehler and Kelsey Mann, the voice star and director of 2024’s biggest movie, Inside Out 2, as well as The Order producer/star Jude Law and his costar Nicholas

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89:02

Gladiator II star Paul Mescal, The Piano Lesson's...

The Awardist ·

2024/11/27

Gladiator II star Paul Mescal sits down with Awardist host Gerrad Hall to chat about his rise from indie darling to blockbuster star. Plus, The Piano Lesson director Malcolm Washington and Danielle Deadwyler join Gerrad at the Toronto film festival to talk about the challenges of adapting a beloved August Wilson play to the screen. And EW editor-in-chief Patrick Gomez joins Gerrad to talk about Wicked and Gladiator's Oscar chances, initial thoughts on Moana 2, and more.Learn more about your ad

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93:40

Emilia Pérez stars Zoe Saldaña, Selena Gomez, and...

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2024/11/21

Karla Sofía Gascon, Zoe Saldaña, and Selena Gomez — the three women at the center of one of 2024's most inventive and fascinating movie, Emilia Pérez — join Awardist host Gerrad Hall for an in-depth conversation about the musical crime drama. Plus, Gerrad and EW's Oscars expert Joey Nolfi discuss the news of Conan O'Brien being tapped to host the 2025 Oscars and reveal the results of a poll of favorite past hosts. Plus, Gerrad takes us inside this year's Governors Awards, where Bond producers

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86:44

Grammy nominations analysis, plus actors June Squibb...

The Awardist ·

2024/11/14

Is 2025 finally Beyoncé's year to win Best Album at the Grammys? Awardist host and EW music editor Jason Lamphier break down the recent nominations, including Record and Album of the Year, and Best New Artist — and how Sabrina Carpenter is eligible with her sixth studio album. Plus, Gerrad chats with Thelma star June Squibb about becoming a leading lady in her 90s — and doing her own stunts — and Bird star Barry Keoghan explains the connection to Saltburn in his new movie.Learn more about your ad

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88:41

Deadpool & Wolverine stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh...

The Awardist ·

2024/11/07

Fresh off their summer blockbuster, Deadpool & Wolverine star, writer, and producer Ryan Reynolds, star Hugh Jackman, and director, writer, and producer Shawn Levy join Awardist host Gerrad Hall to chat about the movie's success — and their nerves about putting it out into the world. Gerrad also chats Oscar winner Kate Winslet about Lee, which she produced and stars as famed war correspondent Lee Miller. Plus, Gerrad and EW Oscars expert Joey Nolfi break down the big batch of original songs in

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86:10

The Outrun and Blitz star Saoirse Ronan, and Dìdi's...

The Awardist ·

2024/10/31

Four-time Oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan chats with Awardist host Gerrad Hall about her two movies that have pushed her into the 2025 Oscar race — The Outrun and Blitz — and she looks back on the importance of movies including Little Women and Brooklyn in her personal and professional growth. Plus, Dìdi actress Joan Chen reflects on her career and explains why the praise around this movie means so much to her. And PEOPLE Sr. Editor Andrea Mandell joins Gerrad to chat about the Gotham Awards nominees

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62:00

Anora writer/director Sean Baker and star Mikey...

The Awardist ·

2024/10/24

After winning the top prize at the Cannes Film Festival and wowing audiences at Telluride and Toronto film festivals, Anora is poised to land director Sean Baker his first Oscar nomination — perhaps a couple (he wrote, directed, produced, and edited the film). Baker and his star Mikey Madison sit down with Awardist host Gerrad Hall for an in-depth discussion about the film. Plus, we break down the supporting actor and actress categories to see where those currently stand in the race to the

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68:18

Oscar nominee predictions, Piece by Piece star...

The Awardist ·

2024/10/17

With the road to the 2025 Oscars is officially underway, EW Oscars expert Joey Nolfi is serving up his first round of nominee predictions in the Best Picture, Director, Lead Actress, and Lead Actor categories. Plus, Piece by Piece star Pharrell Williams and director Morgan Neville sit down with Awardist host Gerrad Hall to discuss the singer/songwriter/producer's documentary told via Lego. And we want to hear your thoughts and questions — call or text 657-799-1566‬ to leave us a message.Learn more

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75:31

Saturday Night director Jason Reitman and star...

The Awardist ·

2024/10/10

What did it take to pull off a movie about the wild 90 minutes leading up to the series debut of SNL? Saturday Night director Jason Reitman and star Gabriel LaBelle join Awardist host Gerrad Hall to discuss the making of that film — and LaBelle reveals whether it was more intimidating to play a version of Steven Spielberg in a movie directed by the legend, or playing SNL mastermind Lorne Michaels. Plus, EW Sr. Writer Maureen Lee Lenker shares her favorite movies and performances from the Telluride

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69:34

Challengers star Zendaya, Fall Festival recap, and...

The Awardist ·

2024/10/03

For the first episode of the 2025 Oscars season, we welcome Challengers star and producer Zendaya, who chats with Awardist host Gerrad Hall about the Luca Guadagnino film, which became a pop culture moment and offered the actress a very different opportunity than how we're used to seeing her. Plus, Gerrad and EW's Oscars expert Joey Nolfi dissect the Fall Festival season and discuss which movies emerged with momentum and which performances are standing out in a very crowded pack. And we want to hear

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2:03

The Awardist Oscars Season 2025 starts October 3rd, 2024

The Awardist ·

2024/09/26

Moviegoers: Oscar season is already upon us.And, of course, Entertainment Weekly’s The Awardist podcast has you covered. From the early contenders to the unexpected gems, we are tracking it all. Join EW’s editorial director Gerrad Hall, and his opinionated co-hosts every Thursday to keep up with EW’s Oscars heat index, our predictions, and awards news. Each episode of The Awardist features an exclusive interview with the stars and filmmakers where we get in-depth, behind-the-scenes insight into

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53:04

Best and worst moments of the 2024 Emmys, breaking...

The Awardist ·

2024/09/16

Awardist host Gerrad Hall, EW Editor-in-Chief Patrick Gomez, and EW TV critic Kristen Baldwin (in an X Space conversation) break down the bigger winners of the 2024 Emmys — Shōgun, The Bear, Hacks, and Baby Reindeer — analyze Hacks' surprise Outstanding Comedy Series win over The Bear, and discuss the best and worst moments of the ceremony, including hosts Eugene and Dan Levy, that SNL tribute, and the awkward product integration.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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52:54

Final Emmy winner predictions, roundup of Toronto...

The Awardist ·

2024/09/12

Shōgun and The Bear are off to a strong start thanks to the Creative Arts ceremony — Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW TV critic Kristen Baldwin break down that winners there and offer final predictions for the televised ceremony. Plus, we recap our trip to the Toronto International Film Festival with a preview of our upcoming interviews with 2025 Oscar contenders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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72:16

Fellow Travelers stars Matt Bomer and Jonathan...

The Awardist ·

2024/08/20

Fellow Travelers stars and Emmy nominees Matt Bomer and Jonathan Bailey chat with Awardist host Gerrad Hall about the scenes they were most nervous to film and the emotional complexities of their characters' decades-long journeys. Plus, Gerrad and EW TV critic Kristen Baldwin discuss the announcement of Eugene and Dan Levy as Emmys hosts, break down the Reality categories, and more. And we want to hear your thoughts and questions — call 657-799-1566‬ to leave us a message.Learn more about your ad

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57:12

True Detective stars Jodie Foster and Kali Reis, plus...

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2024/08/15

True Detective: Night Country Emmy nominees Jodie Foster and Kali Reis chat with EW TV critic Kristen Baldwin about their difficult shoot — including cold conditions and complex characters. Plus, Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW Editor-in-Chief Patrick Gomez break down the Limited/Anthology Series categories and offer their winner predictions. And we want to hear your thoughts and questions — call 657-799-1566‬ to leave us a message. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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68:39

Abbott Elementary star Sheryl Lee Ralph, inside the...

The Awardist ·

2024/08/08

Sheryl Lee Ralph, who won an Emmy in 2022 for Abbott Elementary and earned her third nomination this year, joins Awardist host Gerrad Hall for a look back at some of her biggest moments in season 3 — from discovering Barbara's petty side to that Mother's Day episode and her unforgettable line delivery. Plus, Gerrad and EW TV critic Kristen Baldwin break down the race in the guest actor and actress in comedy and drama categories. And we want to hear your thoughts and questions — call 657-799-1566‬ to

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68:10

Hacks stars Jean Smart and Kaitlin Olson, who will...

The Awardist ·

2024/08/01

Jean Smart, who's already won two Emmys for her work on Hacks, and her TV daughter Kaitlin Olson, who earned her second nomination for the series, chat with Awardist host Gerrad Hall and reflect on their mother/daughter relationship on season 3 of the Max comedy — from that roast where daughter DJ stole the show with her catchphrase "What a c---" to mom Deborah's a-ha moment about her addiction to laughs. Plus, Gerrad and EW TV critic Kristen Baldwin break down the comedy categories, where Hacks and

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