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The AwardsWatch Podcast

AwardsWatch
Paul Thomas Anderson
Oppenheimer
William Friedkin
Barbie
Inherent Vice
Killers Of the Flower Moon
The Holdovers
Oscar Nominations
Phantom Thread
Poor Things
2024 Oscar Nominations
Golden Globe Awards
Cinematography
Los Angeles
Joaquin Phoenix
Josh Brolin
The Zone Of Interest
Licorice Pizza
The French Connection
Thomas Pynchon

Podcasts from AwardsWatch on the Oscars, Emmys, Golden Globes, SAG and more.

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Latest Episodes

On episode 146 of the Director Watch Podcast, co-hosts Ryan McQuade and Jay Ledbetter are joined by AwardsWatch Associate Editor Sophia Ciminello to discuss the latest film in their Powell and Pressburger series, The Red Shoes (1948).

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On episode 145 of the Director Watch Podcast, co-hosts Ryan McQuade and Jay Ledbetter are joined by Editor-In-Chief of InSession Film Dave Giannini to discuss the latest film in their Powell and Pressburger series, Black Narcissus (1947).

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On episode 144 of the Director Watch Podcast, co-hosts Ryan McQuade and Jay Ledbetter are joined by film critic Jesse Nussman to discuss the latest film in their Powell and Pressburger series, A Matter of Life and Death (1946).

Welcome back to Dire... more

On episode 337 of The AwardsWatch Podcast, Executive Editor Ryan McQuade is joined by Associate Editor Sophia Ciminello and AwardsWatch contributor Josh Parham break down their reactions to the winners at the 98th Academy Awards and our newest Best P... more

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Recent Guests

Shawn Hatosy
Actor and director
Episode: Interview: Shawn Hatosy on Directing 'The Pitt,' Camera Choreography, and Being Online
Bilge Ebiri
Film critic
New York Magazine, Vulture, The Criterion Collection
Episode: Director Watch Ep. 142 'The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp' (Powell and Pressburger, 1943) with Special Guest Bilge Ebiri
Morgan Roberts
Host of the Female Gaze, The Film Club podcast
Female Gaze, The Film Club
Episode: Director Watch Podcast Ep. 138 - 'Jeanne Dielman, 23 quai du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles' (Chantal Akerman, 1975) with special guest Morgan Roberts
Trace Sauveur
Friend and guest on AwardsWatch
AwardsWatch
Episode: Director Watch Podcast Ep. 136 - 'Rules Don't Apply' (Warren Beatty, 2016)
Christina Jeurring Birro
Host of Pop Culture Confidential
Pop Culture Confidential
Episode: Director Watch Ep. 135 - 'Bulworth' (Warren Beatty, 1998)
Isabel Custodio
Returning champion and film enthusiast
Be Kind Rewind
Episode: Director Watch Podcast Ep. 134 - 'Dick Tracy' (Warren Beatty, 1990)
Karen Peterson
Associate TV editor at AwardsWatch
AwardsWatch
Episode: Director Watch Podcast Ep. 131 - 'High Life' (Claire Denis, 2019)
Rian Johnson
Writer, director, and producer known for Knives Out Mysteries
Episode: Interview: Rian Johnson on How Faith and Humanity Make Peace Within His Latest Mystery 'Wake Up Dead Man'
Erik Anderson
Editor-in-Chief at AwardsWatch
AwardsWatch
Episode: Director Watch Podcast Ep. 127 - 'Beau Travail' (Claire Denis, 1999)

Hosts

Ryan McQuade
Executive Editor and host with long-running involvement in AwardsWatch; central voice in many episodes.
Jay Ledbetter
Co-host and frequent collaborator; part of the core hosting team and director-watch coverage.
Erik Anderson
Host and editor-in-chief; contributes analysis across awards and film discussions.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 149 ratings
  • 40 is old??

    Not a serious podcast - they are shockingly unaware of their implicit racial bias.

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    TyGuy1983
    United Statesa month ago
  • Relentlessly Annoying

    As an awards nut I listen to tons of awards podcasts in my free time. This one was suggested to me by the algorithm so I thought I’d give it a try. I don’t think I’ve heard pundits as obnoxious and relentlessly annoying as Ryan McQuade and Eric Anderson. I checked them out on twitter and they are just as terrible there as well. Also they need to check that they are consistently talking into their mics properly because the sound quality is terribly inconsistent. I gave the show to episodes, but ... more

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    1
    EZM777
    United Statesa month ago
  • Director Watch

    The ensemble is very listenable and one of my favorites. All of the cohosts are solid and endearing and come off as genuinely good critics.

    Be that as it may, Ryan M continues to embarrass himself week after week. The best episodes are the ones he isn’t hosting. He’s crass and unfunny in the most basic sense.

    Yikes. The snark is eye rolling and exhausting at this point.

    Way to go Erik and everyone else on the team.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Pita Pan Piper
    United States2 months ago
  • Should be a 5 star review

    This would be a 5* review if it wasn’t for the fact that Ryan takes up 80% of the total airtime (the reason why Director Watch part of this pod is completely unlistenable). The recent episode where Sophia hosted was so much more professional and pleasant.

    Everything else about this podcast is superb, and I enjoy listening despite the fact that Ryan talks over every guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    rogueappleaccount
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Somebody silence this man

    Host Ryan McQuade is an embarrassment to film criticism and makes this show unlistenable. The way he cusses and bullies filmmakers and actors on mic is disgusting and deeply unprofessional. He talks over all of the other panelists and won’t let them finish their thoughts. When they do manage to say something, he immediately attacks and belittles them. And there’s no need to call out other podcasters or critics. We just want to hear everybody else talk about movies.

    P.S. Learn how to edit!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ChadMichaelsMurray
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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A portion of listeners feel the host rostrum and edgy banter can be polarizing, yet many value the candid criticism and industry insider viewpoints.
Some listeners describe the show as long-form with strong award-season insights but critique mic- and hosting dynamics.
Listeners praise the ensemble and chemistry when Ryan isn't dominating; guest panels often shine.
The BAFTA/SAG/DGA reaction episodes are highlighted as especially informative for Oscar pacing.

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Interview: Shawn Hatosy on Directing 'The Pitt,' Camera Choreography, and Being Online
Q: What role did JoJo play in shaping the camera choreography and master shots?
JoJo is an incredible asset; we use a master approach that covers about 70% of a scene, with JoJo guiding movement and the camera's path to capture the action and emotion in one fluid movement.
Interview: Shawn Hatosy on Directing 'The Pitt,' Camera Choreography, and Being Online
Q: How did blocking change for the first minutes with so many speaking roles, given the episode picks up right after episode eight?
Blocking had to be adaptable; I watched the prior day's dailies to understand where everyone stood, then adjusted on set with a lot of on-the-fly coordination to keep 20 characters readable in real time.
Interview: Shawn Hatosy on Directing 'The Pitt,' Camera Choreography, and Being Online
Q: What was the preparation like after you found out you'd be directing, up until you got on set?
There was a months-long lead time with careful pre-production, watching cuts from previous episodes, and a focus on memorization and blocking to ensure smooth transitions in a single-location, multi-character scene.
Director Watch Ep. 142 'The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp' (Powell and Pressburger, 1943) with Special Guest Bilge Ebiri
Q: What is your favorite Wells if it isn't Citizen Kane, Bilge, and why does it stand out for you?
Bilge explains that while Citizen Kane holds a top place, F for Fake and The Trial are close contenders because they reveal Wells's restless formal curiosity and political cunning, showing how narrative and form can be used to critique power and identity.
Director Watch Podcast Ep. 132 - 'Heaven Can Wait' (Warren Beatty, 1978)
Q: How does this movie connect to the broader theme of relationships in Beatty's work?
The film explores Beatty's infamous romantic persona and how that aspect influences his character's journey, underlying the comedic situations throughout the movie.

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What is The AwardsWatch Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Diverse discussions center on film awards, Oscar campaigns, and lineage of directors and performances, with frequent roundtable debates among a core panel. Episodes blend behind-the-scenes filmmaking insights, reactions to award ceremonies (BAFTA, SAG, PGA, DGA) and deep dives into specific films or directors, complemented by occasional interviews with directors and critics. A standout feature is the long-running, high-energy panel dynamic, which can drive spirited disagreements but also provide sharp, candid takes on industry trends and award-season strategy. The show's approach to covering awards season, its willingness to critique the industry, and a robust roster of rotating guests make it a go-to for listeners who want both analysis an... more

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