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  • S17 · E22
    August 20 · 1 hr 27 min

    ‘Hacks’ stars, creators at Televerse, plus X-Men cast reveal reaction

    We're taking you inside the TV Academy’s Televerse and Awardist host Gerrad Hall’s panel with ‘Hacks’ stars Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, and Paul W. Downs and his co-creators Lucia Aniello and Jen Statsky, where they look back on 5 select moments from their final season, sharing laughs and tears and the process. Plus, Gerrad and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng share their reaction to the announcement of the new X-Men cast at D23, discuss early Emmy winners, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E21
    August 13 · 1 hr 4 min

    'Task' star Tom Pelphrey, 'Hacks' and 'Widow's Bay' make final push for Best Comedy Emmy win

    After two daytime Emmy wins for 'Guiding Light' and a previous Primetime nomination for 'Ozark,' Tom Pelphrey is back in the race with his supporting turn on HBO's 'Task' and joins Awardist host Gerrad Hall for a conversation about his meaty and complicated role, and he's looking back on his work in 'Ozark,' 'Mank,' and more. Plus, Gerrad and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng are breaking down all of the action as we head into final voting, as 'Hacks' and 'Widow's Bay' are competing for voters' attention in their bid to win Outstanding Comedy Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E20
    August 6 · 1 hr 2 min

    'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' record-breaking opening, 'Shrinking' star Michael Urie

    *Spider-Man: Brand New Day spoilers 7:20-10:31* 'Shrinking' star Michael Urie joins Awardist host Gerrad Hall to chat about his second nomination in two years for the Apple TV comedy series, his recent return to 'Oh, Mary,' and more. Plus, Gerrad and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng discuss the record-breaking opening for 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' and the big reveal of Sadie Sink's character, the cancellation (or, renewal reversal) of 'Wonder Man,' and Michael J. Fox receiving the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at this year's Emmys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E19
    July 30 · 58 min

    'The Diplomat' star Allison Janney, 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' preview

    Seven-time Emmy winner Allison Janney chats with Awardist host Gerrad Hall about her return to the White House, now occupying the Oval Office, on 'The Diplomat,' playing President Grace Penn. She also looks back on roles in 'The Help,' 'I, Tonya,' and 'Drop Dead Gorgeous,' and more. Plus, Gerrad and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng are recapping Comic-Con, including the big announcements by Marvel — the new stars Black Panther and Ghost Rider! — and we're talking about Tom Holland's return as Peter Parker in 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E18
    July 23 · 1 hr 17 min

    'The Pitt' star Sepideh Moafi, inside outrage over 5 Emmys categories moving out of Primetime ceremony

    She shook up the ER on season 2 of 'The Pitt,' and now, Sepideh Moafi is an Emmy nominee for her work as Dr. Al-Hashimi, who revealed a big medical secret in the season finale. She's diving into all of that with Awardist host Gerrad Hall. Plus, Gerrad and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng discuss the TV Academy's controversial decision to move five categories out of the primetime ceremony, and they're giving a preview of San Diego Comic-Con. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E17
    July 16 · 1 hr 19 min

    'The Comeback' Emmy-nominated star/writer Lisa Kudrow, inside 'The Odyssey's Oscar potential

    After 20 years and three seasons, Lisa Kudrow is saying goodbye to Valerie Cherish and 'The Comeback,' for which she received two Emmy nominations: Lead Actress and Writing for a Comedy Series. The 'Friends' alum chats with Awardist host Gerrad Hall to dig into the latest installment of the show, and she looks back on her work on 'Friends,' 'Cheers,' and 'Newhart,' and teases the 'Romy & Michele' sequel, which she's currently filming. Plus, Gerrad and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng break down the Daytime Emmy nominations, and they discuss the Oscar potential for Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey,' including which, if any, actors can make the cut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E16
    July 9 · 53 min

    2026 Emmy nominations recap, snub & surprises, early winner picks

    Nominations for the 2026 Emmys have been revealed, and we're breaking down the categories dominated by 'The Pitt,' which earned 25, 'Hacks,' which broke a record for most nominations by a comedy in a single season with 24, and newcomer 'Widow's Bay,' which broke through late in the game with 19. Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng also share the biggest snubs and surprises of the day, from previous winners Jeremy Allen White and Sheryl Lee Ralph missing out, to 'Dancing With the Stars' and lots of 'Hacks' actors getting in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E15
    July 2 · 52 min

    Final Emmy nomination predictions, from 'The Pitt' to 'Hacks' and 'Widow's Bay'

    Can anyone top the 27 nominations earned by 'Severance' last year? Probably not, but 'The Pitt' stands to be a big contender and likely lead the 2026 Emmy nominations, which will be revealed on July 8. Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng reveal their final picks for this year's nominations in the Drama, Comedy, Limited Series, and Reality Competition categories, including how late entry 'Widow's Bay' will impact the race, whether 'The Bear' still has any bite, and if 'Pluribus' can create some drama in that category. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E14
    June 18 · 1 hr 24 min

    'Big Mistakes' star/co-creator Dan Levy, TCA nominations, sizing up 'Toy Story 5' and 'Disclosure Day' Oscar potential

    After winning four Emmys for 'Schitt's Creek,' Dan Levy is back with a new series, this one a crime-comedy, which he co-created with Rachel Sennott and stars in as Nicky, a gay pastor who gets caught up with a crime family after his sister steals a necklace. He talks to Awardist host Gerrad Hall about taking a big turn from the wholesomeness of 'Schitt's Creek,' crafting a new dysfunctional family, Laurie Metcalf's work as his mom, and more. Plus, he reveals what he was thinking about for a potential 'Schitt's Creek' sequel, and looks back on his time as an MTV VJ, and more. Plus, Gerrad and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng break down TCA nominations, discuss the Oscar potential for new movies 'Disclosure Day' and 'Toy Story 5,' and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E13
    June 16 · 1 hr 6 min

    BONUS EPISODE: 'Disclosure Day' and 'The Four Seasons' star Colman Domingo, live at the Tribeca Film Festival

    Colman Domingo is having a standout year, from season 2 of the Netflix comedy series 'The Four Seasons' and the recent series finale of 'Euphoria,' to the Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael,' where he plays Joe Jackson, and Steven Spielberg's latest film, 'Disclosure Day.' He talks about all of that and more on a special episode of The Awardist, recorded live at the Tribeca Film Festival, with host Gerrad Hall and guest cohost Cara Cusumano, director and SVP of Programming of the Tribeca Film Festival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E12
    June 12 · 37 min

    BONUS EPISODE: 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' star Sally Field

    From 'Norma Rae' and 'Steel Magnolias' to 'Mrs. Doubtfire,' 'Forrest Gump,' 'Brothers and Sisters,' and so much more, Sally Field has been entertaining us for more than 60 years. Now, she stars in the Netflix movie 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' opposite Lewis Pullman and an octopus, and she's telling Awardist host Gerrad Hall all about the emotional story in this bonus episode of the podcast. She's also looking back on roles including 'Forrest Gump,' 'Steel Magnolias,' and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E11
    June 11 · 1 hr 16 min

    'Hacks' stars Paul W. Downs & Megan Stalter, Glenn Close finally(!) gets an (honorary) Oscar

    They are the other duo at the center of the comedy 'Hacks,' playing Deborah and Ava's managers, Jimmy and Kayla — Paul W. Downs, who also co-created the series, and Megan Stalter join Awardist host Gerrad Hall to look back on the evolution of their characters' relationship, their various antics across five seasons, and more. Plus, the Academy has announced who it will present honorary Oscars to at this year's Governors Awards, including Glenn Close and Ridley Scott — Gerrad and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng break down that news, discuss 'The Four Seasons' and 'Euphoria' star Colman Domingo's standout year, and look back on this year's Tony Awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E10
    June 4 · 1 hr 18 min

    ‘Love Story’ stars Naomi Watts and Paul Anthony Kelly, inside the ‘Summer House’ drama

    Naomi Watts and Paul Anthony Kelly, who play Jackie Kennedy Onassis and John F. Kennedy Jr. on ‘Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette,’ join Awardist host Gerrad Hall to discuss the historical figures they play, their mother-son dynamic, filming two tragic death scenes, and more. Plus, EW News Director Sarah Hearon joins Gerrad to discuss the drama on ‘Summer House,’ ‘Queer Eye’ host Karamo Brown‘s PEOPLE magazine cover story about behind-the-scenes drama on that show, and to share her picks for the shows and actors who she thinks should be getting more attention this Emmy season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E6
    May 29 · 1 hr 15 min

    Saying goodbye to 'Hacks' with a spoiler-filled chat, 'Half Man' star/creator Richard Gadd

    After five seasons, we are saying getting one last laugh (and some tears, too) with Deborah Vance & Co., as Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Paul W. Downs, Megan Stalter, and more wrap up the action on 'Hacks.' (SPOILERS 6:39-21:58) Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng break down the finale in a spoiler-filled conversation. Plus, we're talking about the dramatic end of Richard Gadd's 'Baby Reindeer' follow up, 'Half Man.' He chats with Gerrad about the intense limited series where he costars with Jamie Bell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E8
    May 21 · 1 hr 12 min

    ‘The Pitt’ star Katherine LaNasa, and Cannes-tenders

    After nearly giving up her acting career, and following a battle with cancer, Katherine LaNasa is now an Emmy winner for ‘The Pitt’ season 1. She's a strong contender again this year, and she chats with Awardist host Gerrad Hall to break down the action and drama of season 2, including Nurse Dana’s worries about Noah Wyle’s Dr. Robby and the emergency department going analog. She also looks back on her career, including her early years as a ballerina and how meeting Dennis Hopper got her into acting. Plus, Gerrad and EW Sr. Editor discuss the movies emerging as possible Oscar contenders from Cannes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E7
    May 14 · 1 hr 20 min

    'Real Housewives of Salt Lake City' and 'Surviving Mormonism' star Heather Gay, inside the guest actor categories

    After her candid conversations on 'The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City' about leaving the Mormon church, Heather Gay is talking to Awardist host Gerrad Hall about 'Surviving Mormonism,' her docuseries about people sharing their stories of abuse by members and family, and the church's alleged cover-up of those assaults. Plus, she looks back on a couple big RHOSLC moments and gives an update on Mary Cosby following the death of her son. Elsewhere, Gerrad and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng are breaking down the guest actor catgories, from four possible 'Hacks' and 'Shrinking' contenders in comedy actress and actor, respectively, to 'The Pitt,' 'Pluribus,' and more in drama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E6
    May 7 · 1 hr 19 min

    'All Her Fault' star Dakota Fanning, Oscars rule change, Tony nominations, more

    For the first time in its nearly 100-year history, actors can now be nominated for more than one performance at the Oscars. Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng are breaking down that rule change, as well as ones about AI and the original song category. Plus, we're recapping the Tony Awards nominations, and sharing thoughts on Shawn Hatosy's switch from guest to supporting actor for season 2 of 'The Pitt.' Plus, 'All Her Fault' star Dakota Fanning joins Gerrad for a fun and thoughtful conversation, about the recent series, her incredible filmography, including the Twilight saga, working with Tom Cruise, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E5
    April 30 · 1 hr 19 min

    Inside the reality race, plus 'Top Chef' host and 'Traitors' competitor Kristen Kish

    From the competitions ('The Traitors,' 'RuPaul's Drag Race,' 'Dancing With the Stars,' and more) to scripted and unscripted fare ('Love on the Spectrum,' the Real Housewives franchise, 'Shark Tank,' 'Welcome to Wrexham,' and more), there's no shortage of reality TV, but Academy voters tend to nominated the same names each year — Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng break down those categories, and who to look for in the host race. Plus, Gerrad chats with 'Top Chef' host Kristen Kish, who's in the hunt for her second nomination, and was a competitor on the latest season of 'The Traitors.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E4
    April 23 · 1 hr 24 min

    Inside the Drama series race, plus 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins' star Erika Alexander

    From her early roots on 'The Cosby Show' and 'Living Single' to her new NBC comedy 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins,' Erika Alexander chats with Awardist host Gerrad Hall about reuniting with Tracy Morgan (and shares her amazing impression of him!), why she originally thought her character might be 'batshit crazy,' and how costar Daniel Radcliffe protects the cast, and she looks back on the shows that made her a star. Plus, from 'The Pitt' and 'Pluribus' to 'The Boys' and 'The Madison,' Gerrad, EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng, and Executive Editor Samantha Highfill are breaking down the Drama series race, and Sam is sharing her picks for shows that Emmy voters should be paying more attention to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • S17 · E3
    April 16 · 1 hr 3 min

    ‘Beef’ star Charles Melton, inside the limited series race

    After his acclaimed performance in ‘May December,’ Charles Melton is earning rave reviews for his work in season 2 of ‘Beef.’ Awardist host Gerrad Hall chats with Charles about the complicated character dynamics, working with Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, and Cailee Spaeny, the unexpected way he got the job, and more. Plus, Gerrad and EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng break down the state of the limited series race, and Gerrad gives some updates from CinemaCon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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