Episodes

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

    Final Emmy nomination predictions, from 'The Pitt' to 'Hacks' and 'Widow's Bay'
    Jul 2 2026
    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
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    52 mins
  • 'Big Mistakes' star/co-creator Dan Levy, TCA nominations, sizing up 'Toy Story 5' and 'Disclosure Day' Oscar potential

    'Big Mistakes' star/co-creator Dan Levy, TCA nominations, sizing up 'Toy Story 5' and 'Disclosure Day' Oscar potential
    Jun 18 2026
    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
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • BONUS EPISODE: 'Disclosure Day' and 'The Four Seasons' star Colman Domingo, live at the Tribeca Film Festival

    BONUS EPISODE: 'Disclosure Day' and 'The Four Seasons' star Colman Domingo, live at the Tribeca Film Festival
    Jun 16 2026
    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
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • BONUS EPISODE: 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' star Sally Field

    BONUS EPISODE: 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' star Sally Field
    Jun 12 2026
    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
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    38 mins
  • 'Hacks' stars Paul W. Downs & Megan Stalter, Glenn Close finally(!) gets an (honorary) Oscar

    'Hacks' stars Paul W. Downs & Megan Stalter, Glenn Close finally(!) gets an (honorary) Oscar
    Jun 11 2026
    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
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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • ‘Love Story’ stars Naomi Watts and Paul Anthony Kelly, inside the ‘Summer House’ drama

    ‘Love Story’ stars Naomi Watts and Paul Anthony Kelly, inside the ‘Summer House’ drama
    Jun 4 2026
    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
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Saying goodbye to 'Hacks' with a spoiler-filled chat, 'Half Man' star/creator Richard Gadd

    Saying goodbye to 'Hacks' with a spoiler-filled chat, 'Half Man' star/creator Richard Gadd
    May 29 2026
    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
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • ‘The Pitt’ star Katherine LaNasa, and Cannes-tenders

    ‘The Pitt’ star Katherine LaNasa, and Cannes-tenders
    May 21 2026
    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
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    1 hr and 12 mins