Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW writer Sydney Bucksbaum break down the biggest story in Hollywood: the actors' strike. We also weigh in on whether Ted Lasso can take the top comedy prize again and who among the cast is most likely to win, and we break down all of those acting nominations for The White Lotus. Plus, two-time Ted Lasso Emmy winner and 2023 nominee Brett Goldstein joins us (interview recorded prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike) to talk about the latest season of that series, including p...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 11Ep. 13
Awardist host Gerrad Hall, EW critic Kristen Baldwin, and Sr. TV Editor Samantha Highfill chat via Twitter Space about the 2023 Emmy nominations, breaking down the snubs, surprises, and everything in between. Plus, they offer their hot takes on who will win, and even discuss a few potential 2024 Emmy contenders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 12, 2023•56 min•Season 11Ep. 13
Join us on Twitter @EW on July 12th, 2023 for our live reaction to the 2023 Emmy nominees Awardist host Gerrad Hall, EW editor-in-chief Patrick Gomez, and critic Kristen Baldwin make their predictions for Emmy nominations in these categories: comedy, comedy actress and actor, comedy supporting actress and actor, drama, drama actress and actor, drama supporting actress and actor, variety scripted, variety talk, game show, game show host. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...
Jul 10, 2023•54 min•Season 11Ep. 12
We're taking a look back at this season of Awardist podcast interviews, featuring highlights of our conversations with Paddy Considine, Mo Amer, Helen Mirren, Utkarsh Ambudkar and Rose McIver, Dominique Fishback, Sharon Horgan, Christina Applegate, Betty Gilpin, Morfydd Clark and Ismael Cruz Córdova, Ayo Edebiri, and Daniel Radcliffe and Eric Appel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 26, 2023•50 min•Season 11Ep. 11
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story star Daniel Radcliffe and director Eric Appel tell The Awardist about taking on the comedy legend's story with a wonderfully twisted fictionalized biopic. Plus, Gerrad Hall and EW critic Kristen Baldwin break down the limited series categories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 11Ep. 10
Ayo Edebiri — The Bear supporting star and Abbott Elementary guest actress, who also co-wrote one of What We Do in the Shadows's funniest season 4 episode — joins Awardist host Gerrad Hall to look back on her meteoric rise over the past couple years and reflects on what The Bear means to her. Plus, Gerrad and EW editor-in-chief Patrick Gomez break down the loaded comedy and drama guest actress and actor categories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 11Ep. 9
We examine the finales of Succession, Barry, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and Ted Lasso and break down how those last seasons will factor into the Emmy race. Plus, EW Sr. Writer Devan Coggan chats with The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power stars Morfydd Clark and Ismael Cruz Cordova. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 11Ep. 8
We take a look at the lead actress in a limited/anthology series or TV movie category, which includes Mrs. Davis star Betty Gilpin, who chats with EW critic Kristen Baldwin. Plus, two other shows worth your time and Emmy voters' attention: Pete Davidson's Bupkis and American Born Chinese. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 22, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 11Ep. 7
From her latest role on Dead to Me, to Married...With Children, Samantha Who?, and Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead, Christina Applegate looks back on her career and shares why her time making Dead to Me means so much to her. And she reflects on the final season, which was in production when she received her MS diagnosis. Plus, Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW editor in chief Patrick Gomez discuss some of this year's category switchers, including Succession's Kieran Culkin, Yellowjackets' So...
May 15, 2023•50 min•Season 11Ep. 6
Bad Sisters star/writer/co-creator Sharon Horgan joins the Awardist host Gerrad Hall to discuss the darkly comedic limited series in which four sisters try and try again to killer their abusive and despicable brother-in-law. Plus, Gerrad and EW Sr. TV Editor Samantha Highfill discuss the writers' strike, how viewers are feeling the impact, and its effect on Emmy campaigns. And we break down the drama surrounding Yellowstone. *Bad Sisters SPOILER ALERT* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...
May 09, 2023•52 min•Season 11Ep. 5
Dominique Fishback takes us into the mind of a pop star-obsessed fan who becomes a serial killer in the name of her idol, in Swarm. EW editor in chief Patrick Gomez joins Awardist host Gerrad Hall to discuss that show's creator, Donald Glover, and his big artistic swings. Plus, we discuss nonbinary Yellowjackets star Liv Hewson's decision to withdraw from Emmy consideration over the Emmys gendered acting categories, and we take a look at the Daytime Emmy nominations and how the shift of game sho...
May 01, 2023•58 min•Season 11Ep. 4
Melanie. Bella. Emma. Helen. Imelda. EW critic Kristen Baldwin joins Awardist host Gerrad Hall to size up the lead actress in a drama race — and Kristen makes the case for the creation of a Dramedy category. Plus, Gerrad chats with 1923 star Helen Mirren, and EW editor in chief Patrick Gomez sits down with the stars of Ghosts, Utkarsh Ambudkar and Rose McIver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Season 11Ep. 3
From ‘Abbott Elementary’ and ‘Only Murders in the Building’ to ‘Barry’ to ‘The Bear,’ EW editor in chief Patrick Gomez joins Awardist host Gerrad Hall to break down the highly competitive Comedy Series race and ponder what to do about distinguishing true comedy series from dramedies. We also make the case for why sketch comedy performers should have their own category. Patrick also gives us the inside story on the making of our ‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ cover, where stars Rachel Brosnahan and Alex...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 11Ep. 2
On the first episode of the new season of 'The Awardist,' host Gerrad Hall sits down with 'House of the Dragon' star Paddy Considine, who opens up about bringing life his dying King Viserys and the shocking discovery he made in old-age makeup, whether Viserys really loved Alicent, whether he was upset about not getting to ride a dragon, and more. Plus, EW editor in chief Patrick Gomez and Sr. TV Editor Sam Highfill join Gerrad to break down the Best Drama Series race — 'Succession'! 'The White L...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 11Ep. 1
Turn on your TVs, it's EMMYS season!! Join me, EW executive editor Gerrad Hall and other TV obsessed, opinionated EW staffers as we track the winding road to TV’s biggest night. We’ll keep track of all the gasp-worthy moments, break down unforgettable scenes in exclusive interviews with the stars themselves, and make our predictions for who will walk away with a coveted statuette. Will we pick right? Follow along with The Awardist Mondays starting April 10th, 2023 wherever you get your podcasts ...
Apr 03, 2023•40 sec
From the domination of Everything Everywhere All at Once and host Jimmy Kimmel to Lady Gaga and the champagne carpet, Awardist host Gerrad Hall is joined by EW editor in chief Patrick Gomez, critic Leah Greenblatt, and awards expert Joey Nolfi on Twitter Space to break down the best and worst moments of the 2023 Oscars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 13, 2023•39 min•Season 10Ep. 19
Austin, Brendan, or Colin? Cate or Michelle? Angela or Jamie? And can anything beat Everything Everywhere All at Once for Best Picture? Awardist host Gerrad Hall is joined by EW editor in chief Patrick Gomez and awards correspondent Dave Karger to break down 10 top categories — Picture, Director, Actor and Actress, Supporting Actor and Actress, Original and Adapted Screenplay, Animated, and Documentary — with our predictions for who will win the Oscar in each. Learn more about your ad choices. V...
Mar 06, 2023•43 min•Season 10Ep. 18
Awardist host Gerrad Hall is joined by EW editor in chief Patrick Gomez to discuss the impact of the BAFTA and DGA Awards. And we look back on the journey of the Best Picture contender Everything Everywhere All at Once, starting with the movie's world premiere at 2022 South by Southwest, where stars Michelle Yeoh, Jamie Lee Curtis, Ke Huy Quan, and Stephanie Hsu, and co-directors/writers Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert sat down for our Around the Table series — a time before they had any idea h...
Feb 27, 2023•52 min•Season 10Ep. 17
Awardist host Gerrad Hall is joined by EW editor in chief Patrick Gomez and sr. writer Devan Coggan to discuss Top Gun: Maverick's Best Picture chances plus its star and producer Tom Cruise, who was the main attraction for many attendees at the Oscar nominees luncheon. Plus, we break down the supporting actor and actress categories and speak with one of those nominees, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever star Angela Bassett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 20, 2023•53 min•Season 10Ep. 16
EW sr. writers Joey Nolfi and Maureen Lee Lenker join Awardist host Gerrad Hall to discuss Steven Spielberg's The Fabelmans and his chances of winning the Best Director Oscar, who they think should've been in the category but was shut out, and nominated actors Michelle Williams and Judd Hirsch, who both speak with The Awardist about their memorable performances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 13, 2023•57 min•Season 10Ep. 15
EW sr. movies editor Joshua Rothkopf and writer Lauren Huff join Awardist host Gerrad Hall to examine the Best Actor race, where Colin Farrell, Brendan Fraser, and Austin Butler have all emerged as winners this awards season — and Fraser sits down with EW's Joey Nolfi for a thoughtful and reflective conversation about his body of work and this career-changing role. We also break down the campaign tactics that lead to an investigation of Andrea Riseborough's nomination, share our thoughts about h...
Feb 06, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 10Ep. 14
Awardist host Gerrad Hall, EW critic Leah Greenblatt, and sr. editor Jason Lamphier break down four of the Grammys biggest categories and give their predictions: Best New Artist, Best Song, Record of the Year, and Album of the Year — what will happen if Beyoncé doesn't win yet again? Plus, Gerrad chats with Grammys host Trevor Noah and executive producer Ben Winston about the performances, whether Beyoncé and Harry Styles will take the stage (and if Ben's daughter, who's heard at the beginning o...
Jan 30, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 10Ep. 13
From Viola Davis and Danielle Deadwyler to Michelle Williams, Tom Cruise, and Brian Tyree Henry, EW editor in chief Patrick Gomez, sr. movies editor Joshua Rothkopf, and Awardist host Gerrad Hall react on Twitter Space to the snubs, surprises, and more from the 2023 Oscar nominations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 24, 2023•28 min•Season 10Ep. 12
We break down who we think will be nominated in the top six categories, including who could be a surprise and who would be considered a snub. Can a late surge from Andrea Riseborough put her in the Best Actress race? And we discuss how the Critics Choice Awards could affect the Oscar nominations. Plus, EW awards correspondent Dave Karger talks to Living star Bill Nighy and Good Luck to You, Leo Grande star Emma Thompson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 23, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Season 10Ep. 11
Now that we're in the thick of awards, how will the Golden Globe Awards and nominations from SAG and DGA impact the Oscar race? Awardist host Gerrad Hall is joined by EW sr. movies editor Joshua Rothkopf and sr. writer/awards expert Joey Nolfi to break it all down. Plus, Josh chats with RRR writer/director S.S. Rajamouli, and Empire of Light star Olivia Colman and writer/director Sam Mendes talk to EW about their movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 16, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Season 10Ep. 10
Awardist host Gerrad Hall is joined by EW executive editor Clarissa Cruz. and sr. movies editor Joshua Rothkopf to preview the 2023 Golden Globe Awards, including which categories we're keeping an eye on and what the big headline might be come Tuesday night. Plus, 'Women Talking' stars Claire Foy and Ben Whishaw discuss the themes and characters of that provocative film, and EW awards correspondent Dave Karger chats with 'Tár' star Nina Hoss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...
Jan 09, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 10Ep. 9
On this first episode of the new year, we’re breaking down the late-2022 entry that is Avatar: The Way of Water and James Cameron’s chances of a Best Director nomination. Plus, how will Austin Butler’a memorable stint as SNL host improve his Beat Actor win odds? And we’re examining the shortlists for Original Song — where it could be a showdown between Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, The Weeknd, and Selena Gomez — as well as Documentary and International Feature, and Visual Effects (can anythi...
Jan 02, 2023•59 min•Season 10Ep. 8
With recent nominations and honors from AFI, NBR, and more, EW Awards Correspondent Dave Karger and executive editor Clarissa Cruz make a bold prediction about the Best Picture chances for 'Top Gun: Maverick.' They join Awardist host Gerrad Hall to also discuss who will show up for January's Golden Globe Awards, which movies and actors are losing steam in their campaigns, and more. Plus, 'Babylon' star Margot Robbie and 'Causeway' star Brian Tyree Henry join us to discuss their movies and latest...
Dec 19, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Season 10Ep. 7
We break down the Golden Globe nominations — and the selection of Jerrod Carmichael as host — as well as recent honors from AFI, the National Board of Review, and the New York Film Critics Circle. Plus, Dave Karger chats with 'The Good Nurse' star Eddie Redmayne, and EW executive editor Clarissa Cruz talks to 'Triangle of Sadness' star Dolly De Leon, who both received Globe nods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 12, 2022•1 hr 43 min•Season 10Ep. 6
Emancipation stars Will Smith, Ben Foster, and Charmaine Bingwa discuss the new movie — from the intense shoot and how that translates to the screen and how Smith and Foster quietly fueled each other to the potential impact Smith's Oscars slap may have on audiences not watching this important story. EW editor in chief Patrick Gomez and executive editor Clarissa Cruz join Awardist host Gerrad Hall to further discuss Smith and the movie's PR and awards campaign, and how its being received by Holly...
Dec 05, 2022•1 hr•Season 10Ep. 5
