EW's Sarah Rodman and Kristen Baldwin start off by breaking down the crowded race for Outstanding Drama Series. Next, Kristen chats with Nicole Kidman about how she approached Celeste's new circumstances on the latest season of "Big Little Lies," the fear of having to slap Meryl Streep on screen, her family's secret language, and more. Kristen rounds out the show with a conversation with Bob Odenkirk of "Better Call Saul" about the most physically difficult shoot of his performing career, how he...
Jun 30, 2020•53 min•Season 5Ep. 3
EW's Sarah Rodman and Kristen Baldwin discuss the super-competitive races in the categories of Outstanding Actress & Actor in a Drama Series. Then Sarah interviews Matthew Macfadyen of "Succession" and "Quiz" about what it's like to play the "slightly competent" Tom Wambsgans, why he and Nicholas Braun (AKA Cousin Greg) call each other the night before each scene they have together, Kendall's famous rap, his experience shooting "Quiz," and what he's been watching in quarantine. Learn more ab...
Jun 23, 2020•38 min•Season 5Ep. 2
EW's Sarah Rodman and Kristen Baldwin start off Season 5 of The Awardist with a bang, jumping into a discussion about the packed Outstanding Comedy Series race, and some Emmy trivia. Plus, Sarah interviews Ted Danson of "The Good Place" about its touching finale, how being a part of the show helped him become a better person, the Danson legacy, a family story about a trip to the Amazon, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 16, 2020•37 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Starting June 16th, The Awardist is BACK to bring you sizzling takes and juicy interviews as we dive into Emmy Season 2020! We're serving up conversations with some of your favorite actors on TV, like: Ted Danson, Nicole Kidman, Regina King, Cate Blanchett, D'Arcy Carden, Manny Jacinto, and plenty of others! Plus in depth discussions about who we think will (and should) win, Emmy trivia, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 10, 2020•2 min
EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield, and Joey Nolfi give their takes on Hollywood’s biggest night, from the show’s best moments to its worst. The group also debates what the most surprising wins were, and reminisces on their favorite awards season moments from this year. Plus, we take another listen to The Awardist’s interview with Bong Joon Ho, who took home four Oscars last night, including Best Picture and Best Director. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...
Feb 11, 2020•54 min•Season 4Ep. 13
EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield, JD Heyman, and Joey Nolfi analyze the last few precursor awards — the BAFTAs, WGAs, and DGAs — and what they might mean for the Oscars. The group also makes their final predictions for Hollywood’s big night, including who should win versus who will win. Plus, EW executive editor Clarissa Cruz sits down with Best Supporting Actress nominee for ‘Marriage Story,’ Laura Dern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 04, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Hosts Shana Naomi Krochmal and David Canfield are joined once again by EW’s editor-in-chief JD Heyman to talk about the SAG and PGA Awards, both of which had some surprising top nods that have reshaped the Best Director and Best Picture races for the Oscars. And, they look ahead to Sundance and this weekend’s Grammy Awards. Plus, Canfield and Joey Nolfi interview Tom Hanks, director Marielle Heller, and Fred Rogers’ wife, Joanne, about the film ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.' Learn more a...
Jan 22, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Hosts Shana Naomi Krochmal and David Canfield are joined by EW’s editor-in-chief JD Heyman and writer and awards expert Joey Nolfi to debate and discuss what they loved, what they didn’t, and what they were most surprised by from this year's Oscars nominations. The group also gives some early predictions of potential winners at this year's Oscars and previews this weekend’s SAG Awards. Plus, Canfield talks with ‘Jojo Rabbit’ star Thomasin McKenzie, who is nominated with the ‘JoJo’ ensemble for a...
Jan 13, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Season 4Ep. 10
EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal and David Canfield are joined by EW features editor Sarah Rodman to discuss their take on the Golden Globes, from the winners to the losers to the biggest shocks of the night — and what it all means for the awards season moving forward. Plus, Canfield interviews newly minted double Golden Globe winner Sam Mendes and acclaimed cinematographer Roger Deakins about their film, ‘1917.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 07, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 9
EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield, and Mary Sollosi give their final predictions for this year's Golden Globes, including who will win versus who should win. They also discuss the history of awards hopefuls releasing over the holidays, and how that might impact this year’s race. Plus, David and Mary interview ‘Little Women’ writer-director Greta Gerwig. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 31, 2019•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 8
EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal and David Canfield analyze the Screen Actors Guild Award nominations and weigh in on where the Oscar race stands currently. Plus: Leah Greenblatt interviews the Golden Globe-nominated star of ‘The Two Popes,’ Jonathan Pryce, and Derek Lawrence talks to SAG best supporting actor nominee for ‘Just Mercy,’ Jamie Foxx. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 17, 2019•1 hr 37 min•Season 4Ep. 7
EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield, and Sarah Rodman dissect Monday’s Golden Globes nominations, from the biggest surprises to the weirdest snubs. The group also breaks down the Critics’ Choice Awards nominations and their bearing on the Oscar race. Plus: we interview ‘Harriet’ star and double Golden Globe nominee Cynthia Erivo about her transformation into Harriet Tubman. For complete awards coverage, go to EW.com/awardist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...
Dec 10, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 6
EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield, and Clarissa Cruz share two in-depth conversations with acclaimed female filmmakers: Lorene Scafaria, who fought hard to adapt the screenplay for ‘Hustlers’ – and then even harder to get to direct the movie – talks about working with Jennifer Lopez, why there’s so little nudity even in the film’s strip club scenes, and how an introvert is handling the crush of Hollywood awards campaigning. Then Clarissa talks with Lulu Wang, writer/director of ‘The Fare...
Dec 03, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 5
EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal and David Canfield break down the recently announced Indie Spirit Awards nominations: who got in, who didn’t, and what, if anything, they mean for the Oscar race. Plus, the films that received nods from the Grammys. And, EW’s Clark Collis sits down with Robert Pattinson to talk about his film, ‘The Lighthouse.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 26, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Season 4Ep. 4
EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield and Clarissa Cruz talk about the dramatic transformations that actors from Renée Zellweger to Tom Hanks to Charlize Theron have undergone for their performances this year, and how much weight those efforts might have with awards voters. Plus: David talks with Lupita Nyong’o about her dual role in ‘Us,’ and we break down the controversial rules for both the Golden Globes and Oscars qualifications for ‘foreign’ or ‘international’ films – and what impact th...
Nov 19, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Season 4Ep. 3
EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield and JD Heyman talk about the unexpected or unlikely performances and films that may be considered a long shot but absolutely should be in the discussion for this year’s Golden Globes and the Oscars. Plus: the other kind of campaign that dominates Los Angeles especially this time of year. And we interview ‘Parasite’ director Bong-Joon Ho about his Cannes Palme d’Or winning-film, whether it should be considered a horror movie, and what American TV show it ...
Nov 12, 2019•58 min•Season 4Ep. 2
EW’s Shana Naomi Krochmal, David Canfield and JD Heyman discuss the year’s earliest contenders for the biggest awards recognizing film – the Golden Globes and the Academy Awards. From ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ to ‘Little Women,’ ‘Parasite,’ ‘Joker,’ ‘Marriage Story,’ and more, which performances, films and directors have already stood out from the crowded field of competitors? Plus: Taron Egerton candidly discusses his performance as Elton John in ‘Rocketman,’ his close friendship with the...
Nov 05, 2019•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Lynette Rice, Kristen Baldwin, and Henry Goldblatt break down the highs, lows, snubs, and surprises of the 2019 Emmys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 23, 2019•39 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Ahead of the 71st annual Emmy Awards, Henry Goldblatt, Lynette Rice, and Kristen Baldwin look back on the best moments from past shows. Get the scoop on Fall TV with EW’s complete preview here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 17, 2019•38 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Entertainment Weekly’s Lynette Rice and Kristen Baldwin handicap the very competitive Limited Series races, dominated by Fosse/Verdon, When They See Us, Sharp Objects and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 23, 2019•44 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Kristen Baldwin, Henry Goldblatt and Lynette Rice discuss a variety of Emmy races including Reality Competition, Variety Talk Series and Guest Actors in Drama and Comedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 19, 2019•54 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Henry Goldblatt, Lynette Rice and Kristen Baldwin make their picks and predictions in the key Drama categories. Plus, Billy Porter on why he was ‘panicked’ to do his first love scene. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 13, 2019•48 min•Season 4Ep. 11
EW’s Lynette Rice and Kristen Baldwin pick who should and will win in the competitive Comedy categories. Plus, a conversation with first-time Emmy nominee Anthony Carrigan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 06, 2019•45 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Henry Goldblatt, Lynette Rice, and Kristen Baldwin unpack the biggest snubs and surprises in the key Emmy categories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 16, 2019•45 min•Season 4Ep. 9
EW’s Henry Goldblatt, Lynette Rice and Kristen Baldwin break down the drama actors race, where shows like Game of Thrones, This is Us, and Homecoming will battle it out for nominations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 09, 2019•25 min•Season 4Ep. 8
EW’s Henry Goldblatt, Lynette Rice and Kristen Baldwin make their picks in two very competitive categories, where shows like Game of Thrones and (God willing) The Good Fight could dominate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 02, 2019•29 min•Season 4Ep. 6
EW’s Henry Goldblatt and Kristen Baldwin look at the crowded Limited Series field, including the Lead and Supporting acting categories. Plus, ‘Dirty John’ star Connie Britton explains why she was drawn to Bravo’s true-crime series, and what she wants out of her next TV project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 24, 2019•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 6
EW’s Henry Goldblatt, Lynette Rice, and Kristen Baldwin dive deep into the Outstanding Drama Series category. Plus ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ producers Krista Vernoff and Elisabeth R. Finch take us behind the creation of this season’s most emotional episode, “Silent All These Years." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 17, 2019•46 min•Season 4Ep. 5
In this bonus episode of The Awardist, EW’s Editor-in-Chief Henry Goldblatt interviews Queer Eye hosts Jonathan Van Ness, Karamo Brown, Tan France, Bobby Berk, and Antoni Porowski. Recorded live at Raleigh Studios in Hollywood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 13, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 4
EW’s Henry Goldblatt, Lynette Rice, and Kristen Baldwin draft their picks for the jam-packed Outstanding Comedy Series category. Plus ‘The Other Two’ creators Chris Kelly and Sarah Schneider break down some of the series’ funniest moments and offer an early preview of season 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 11, 2019•52 min•Season 4Ep. 3
