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Awards Magnet, a Gold Derby podcast, is your No. 1 source for expert predictions, interviews with celebrity contenders throughout Oscar and Emmy seasons, and curated news analysis. Subscribe to Awards Magnet for weekly episodes and listen to what the New York Times called one of the five best podcasts for Hollywood's awards season. Please email us your questions and comments at slugfests@goldderby.com.

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May 27, 2025 · 26 min
‘Challenge Accepted’ host Michelle Khare on why Emmy consideration is so important: ‘It’s a place where cultural relevance is celebrated’
More people watch YouTube on their televisions than any other streaming service, including Netflix, Disney+, or Amazon’s Prime Video. However, despite a wide embrace from the public, as well as high-profile original programming from hosts and creators like Sean Evans, Amelia Dimoldenberg, and the Good Mythical Morning duo of Rhett and Link, the Television Academy has largely overlooked YouTube shows in its Emmy consideration. Challenge Accepted host Michelle Khare hopes that it will change sooner rather than later. Khare’s nonfiction series is being submitted this year in the Best Hosted Nonfiction Series or Special category, alongside past winners such as David Letterman (My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman) and Stanley Tucci (Tucci in Italy). Listen to Michelle discuss her work with Awards Magnet host Christopher Rosen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 23, 2025 · 44 min
Our updated Emmy predictions — for the last time together
With just one week left in the 2024-25 Emmy cycle, Awards Magnet hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng are here with another round of predictions — for the final time together. Sadly, this is Chris' last episode of Awards Magnet — an end of an era! — but he's going out with a bang with a new set of predictions. He's back on The Four Seasons train, but has forsaken one of his favorites from Hacks despite this week's major episode. This week also marked the end of the first season of The Studio and saw the release of The Bear Season 4 trailer. Season 4 is eligible next year, of course, but hope springs eternal for those who feel a good fourth season will boost Season 3's Emmy chances. Awards Magnet will continue, but listen to Chris' farewell here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 23, 2025 · 30 min
'Hacks' EP and star Paul W. Downs on Deborah's shocking choice
Not to be hyperbolic, but Thursday's episode of Hacks might be its most important one yet. "It is the most pivotal episode of the series so far," co-creator, co-showrunner, director, and star Paul W. Downs says on the latest episode of Awards Magnet. Listen as hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng chat with Paul about the fourth season of Hacks and its best episode yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 9, 2025 · 55 min
'Hacks,' 'The Studio,' and 2 Emmy-worthy episodes
It's a great week to be a fan of Hacks and The Studio. Awards Magnet hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng are here to discuss the comedies' big episodes this week and how/if they affect their Emmy prospects. 0:00: Emmy category updates 8:56: The big 'Hacks' turn and what it means for the rest of the season 17:42: 'The Studio' goes to the Golden Globes 27:48: 'The Four Seasons' twist and Emmy chances 35:44: Updated Comedy predictions Email us at slugfests@goldderby.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 2, 2025 · 42 min
'The Four Seasons' enters Emmy season and category moves
A new month and a new Emmy contender? Awards Magnet hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng are here to discuss Tina Fey's new series The Four Seasons, category changes, and more. 0:00: A note on spoiler etiquette 10:53: The Four Seasons Emmy odds and the comedy landscape 31:36: Limited Series category updates Email us at slugfests@goldderby.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 25, 2025 · 55 min
The Emmy implications after Joel's death on 'The Last of Us'
Well, it happened. Joel (Pedro Pascal) died on The Last of Us in the second episode of Season 2. Awards Magnet hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng are here to discuss the big twist and what it'll mean for the Emmys. 0:00: Intro 0:20: ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 twist and what it means for Pedro Pascal 6:57: ‘The Last of Us’ category questions loom for Kaitlyn Dever 9:49: Isabela Merced FYC campaign starts now 14:51: ‘The Last of Us’ supporting actors 15:28: ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 thoughts 18:42: Updated Best Drama Series predictions – Chris loves ‘The Pitt’ 30:25: Updated Best Drama Actress predictions 33:57: Updated Best Drama Actor predictions 39:24: Updated Best Drama Supporting Actress predictions 45:10: Updated Best Drama Supporting Actor predictions Email us at slugfests@goldderby.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 21, 2025 · 49 min
Inside the 'extraordinary' success of 'The Pitt' with Noah Wyle and more
It's Pittfest here — but not like the one on the show. This week on Awards Magnet, we bring you two conversations with the stars and creatives of The Pitt and cohost Joyce Eng. Listen below. Spoilers abound. Join Joyce as she talks with Noah Wyle, who wrote two episodes in Season 1, and co-executive producers John Wells, who directed two episodes, and R. Scott Gemmill, the show's creator. Then, Joyce chats with Fiona Dourif. Email us at slugfests@goldderby.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 14, 2025 · 54 min
'Hacks,' 'The Last of Us' are back for more Emmy glory
It's been a big week for the HBO and Max family. Two of its shows wrapped up their seasons (The White Lotus, The Pitt), and another two have kicked off their new seasons (Hacks, The Last of Us). Awards Magnet hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng are here to discuss all four and their Emmy potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 7, 2025 · 51 min
Mailbag: 'The Pitt' Emmy prospects and another potential 'White Lotus' supporting sweep
Is The Pitt coming for Emmys? Is The White Lotus sweeping supporting? Awards Magnet hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng are here to answer your burning questions of the week. 0:00: Intro 0:55: Is 'The Pitt' the dark horse Emmy drama contender we've been waiting for? 12:19: What's the deal with all these TV oners? 16:32: Is 'Severance' overrated? 30:25: 'Wolf Hall' is back and CinemaCon update 34:22: Will Walton Goggins and Parker Posey win Emmys for 'The White Lotus'? 39:29: Is 'The Studio' too insular to break through with general audiences? 43:55: Who is the 'heart and soul' of the top 2025 Emmy contenders Email us at slugfests@goldderby.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 3, 2025 · 45 min
Inside the success of ‘St. Denis Medical’: Live from SXSW
On this special episode of Awards Magnet, we're happy to debut an extended conversation between Gold Derby editor-in-chief Debra Birnbaum, Eric Ledgin, showrunner of NBC’s new hit series St. Denis Medical, and Jim Donnelly, EVP of Comedy Development at Universal Television. Their conversation, recorded live at last month's South by Southwest Film and Television Festival in Austin, Texas, dives into what it takes to make and develop a successful comedy series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 31, 2025 · 54 min
Our first 2025 Emmy nomination predictions in limited/TV movie
Will Adolescence dominate the Emmys? Or can Colin Farrell hold on? Awards Magnet hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng make their first Emmy predictions in the limited/TV movie categories. 0:00: State of the Race 3:37: Limited Series 16:50: TV Movie 21:17: Limited Series/Movie Actress 25:42: Limited Series/Movie Actor 35:40: Limited Series/Movie Supporting Actress 42:39: Limited Series/Movie Supporting Actor 50:51: Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 24, 2025 · 55 min
Our first 2025 Emmy nomination predictions in comedy
On the latest episode of Awards Magnet, hosts Joyce Eng and Christopher Rosen make their first 2025 Emmy predictions in the comedy categories and discuss if "Hacks" can win again. Then, Joyce and Chris try to figure out what show might win -- and if a new series like "The Studio" could break through. 0:00: The state of TV comedy 4:37: Best Comedy Series 14:55: Best Comedy Actress 22:27: Best Comedy Actor 29:13: Best Comedy Supporting Actress 36:13: Best Comedy Supporting Actor 42:00: What will win Best Comedy Series? Have a comment or question? Email us at slugfests@golddderby.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 17, 2025 · 39 min
Our first 2025 Emmy nomination predictions in drama
Which new dramas will break through at the Emmys? How many actors from The White Lotus will get nominations? Awards Magnet hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng make their first drama predictions with Gold Derby editor-in-chief Debra Birnbaum. Email us at slugfests@goldderby.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 14, 2025 · 38 min
Mailbag: Emmy scenarios for 'The White Lotus' and 'Severance' hype
Which star of The White Lotus will win an Emmy? Is Severance overrated? Awards Magnet hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng are here to answer your burning questions of the week. Email your questions to slugfests@goldderby.com. Intro -- 0:00 Deborah Vance or Ava Daniels? -- 1:21 ‘Hacks’ release schedule -- 3:35 The Studio -- 7:45 Another acting Emmy for ‘The White Lotus’? -- 16:15 ‘Severance’ overrated? -- 21:06 A Tony for Kieran Culkin? -- 25:56 Jamie Lee Curtis and ‘The Lost Bus’ -- 28:44 Who would we bring to the Oscars? -- 30:07 Gerrit Cole -- 32:04 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 6, 2025 · 1 hr 6 min
Our ridiculously early 2026 Oscar predictions
The show goes on as we predict next year's Oscars.
Mar 3, 2025 · 1 hr 1 min
2025 Oscars recap
Hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng review the highs and lows of the 2025 Oscars. Have something to say? Please email us at slugfests@goldderby.com.
Feb 25, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
Final 2025 Oscar winner predictions
Hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng and Gold Derby editor-in-chief Debra Birnbaum make their final Oscar winner predictions.
Feb 19, 2025 · 39 min
BAFTAs breakdown and 2025 SAG Awards winner predictions
Hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng and Gold Derby editor-in-chief Debra Birnbaum discuss the BAFTA winners and make final SAG Awards predictions.
Feb 14, 2025 · 47 min
'Anora's' campaign turns to Mikey Madison after PGA and DGA wins
Awards Magnet hosts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng answer your questions of the week about ‘Anora,’ Mikey Madison, ‘Conclave,’ and more.
Feb 13, 2025 · 23 min
Oscar nominees Chris Sanders and composer Kris Bowers on 'The Wild Robot' and their acclaimed collaboration
'Awards Magnet' host Christopher Rosen chats with four-time Oscar nominee Chris Sanders and three-time nominee and former winner Kris Bowers about 'The Wild Robot'