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"Awards Circuit" is hosted by Clayton Davis, Jazz Tangcay and Michael Schneider (who produces), is your one-stop listen for lively conversations about the best in film and television. Each week "Awards Circuit" features interviews with top film and TV talent and creatives; discussions and debates about awards races and industry headlines; and much, much more. Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher... more

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The 98th Oscars gave us plenty of drama and surprises as the race between "One Battle After Another" and "Sinners" came down to the wire. The Variety Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable takes one last look at this year's winners, losers and more.

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For a mega roundtable edition of Variety's Awards Circuit Podcast, we look at every single category set to be revealed on Sunday's 98th Academy Awards. In only a few days, we will witness the ultimate showdown in one of the most competitive Oscar lan... more

The Awards Circuit Roundtable dissects what happened at the BAFTA Awards, when the tape-delayed telecast didn’t bleep the N-word despite knowledge that Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson was in the audience. Also, final predictions for SAG-AFTRA’s A... more

"Sinners" is a cultural force, earning a record-breaking 16 Oscar nominations. Variety's Awards Circuit Podcast talks to "Sinners" director Ryan Coogler about this potentially historic moment — as final-round Oscar voting gets underway on Thursday.

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Recent Guests

Tig Notaro
Oscar-nominated producer and comedian
Come See Me In the Good Light
Episode: The BAFTA/BBC Disaster; Actor Awards Predictions; Oscar Nominee Tig Notaro (“Come See Me In the Good Light”)
Amy Madigan
Oscar-nominated actress known for her role in 'Weapons' as Aunt Gladys
Episode: BAFTA Awards Predictions; Amy Madigan (“Weapons”); Stellan Skarsgård (“Sentimental Value”)
Stellan Skarsgård
Oscar-nominated actor for his role in 'Sentimental Value' as Gustaf Borg
Episode: BAFTA Awards Predictions; Amy Madigan (“Weapons”); Stellan Skarsgård (“Sentimental Value”)
Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas
Oscar-nominated actress for 'Sentimental Value'
Sentimental Value
Episode: Was the Super Bowl Halftime Show the Second Best Ever?; RIP James Van Der Beek; Oscar Nominees Luncheon; DGA Awards; Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas (“Sentimental Value”)
Robert Kaplow
Academy Award nominated screenwriter of Blue Moon
Episode: Grammy Awards Recap; DGA Awards Predictions; Screenwriter Robert Kaplow (“Blue Moon”)
Wagner Moura
Star of The Secret Agent
Episode: BAFTA Nominations Analysis; Wagner Moura (“The Secret Agent”); Autumn Durald Arkapaw (“Sinners”)
Autumn Durald Arkapaw
Cinematographer of Sinners, first woman of color nominated for Best Cinematography
Episode: BAFTA Nominations Analysis; Wagner Moura (“The Secret Agent”); Autumn Durald Arkapaw (“Sinners”)
Alexander Skarsgård
Star of A24's film Pillion, a BDSM rom-com about gay bikers
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Episode: Golden Globes Predictions and SAG/Actor Award Nominations Analysis; Alexander Skarsgård (“Pillion”); Kaouther Ben Hania (“The Voice of Hind Rajab”)
Kaouther Ben Hania
Director of The Voice of Hind Rajab, explores urgent themes of war and human rights
Tunisia-France co-production
Episode: Golden Globes Predictions and SAG/Actor Award Nominations Analysis; Alexander Skarsgård (“Pillion”); Kaouther Ben Hania (“The Voice of Hind Rajab”)

Hosts

Michael Schneider
Host and producer at Variety's Awards Circuit Podcast.
Clayton Davis
Co-host and awards editor/producer at Variety's Awards Circuit Podcast.
Jazz Tangcay
Co-host and journalist for Variety's Awards Circuit Podcast.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 134 ratings
  • Bad audio

    Recent interview with Dwayne Johnson you can barely hear Clayton. No idea what questions are being asked.

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    wut223
    United States6 months ago
  • Jenelle

    This podcast would be excellent if Jenelle would STOP talking all over the top of everyone else. That kind of thing is fine on occasion but she does it continuously. She has great input sometimes but her constant interjection comes off as extremely disrespectful to everyone else in the room. If she would just back it down a little.

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    OC4Ever
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ari grande ep

    Great interview but gotta fix this audio quality big time. So much chewing swallowing gulping…. Imbalance in volume …

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    LaLaLindseyRose
    United Statesa year ago
  • 🩷💚wicked💚🩷

    Love wicked!!!

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    5
    I ❤️PIEBALDS
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Lip smacking and mouth noises are distracting!

    Very distracting to listen to Clayton’s slurping, lip smacking and chewing. I had to stop listening to this podcast all together, I’m sorry.

    Apple Podcasts
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    wut223
    United Statesa year ago

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Audio quality and production consistency are frequent points of critique.
Audiences often praise insider knowledge and candid industry insights.
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The BAFTA/BBC Disaster; Actor Awards Predictions; Oscar Nominee Tig Notaro (“Come See Me In the Good Light”)
Q: What was the best thing about Andrea?
Her ability to connect deeply with people while being equally funny, making her performances both intense and lighthearted.
The BAFTA/BBC Disaster; Actor Awards Predictions; Oscar Nominee Tig Notaro (“Come See Me In the Good Light”)
Q: How familiar were you with the Oscar race prior to being in the Oscar race this year?
Zero. I remember friends saying, oh, you know, I'll have more time after awards season. I was like, awards season? What is that?
As Oscar Voting Begins, Ryan Coogler Gives the Case for “Sinners”
Q: What does it feel like to work with someone you're fond of?
Coogler describes working with his wife as beneficial due to her expertise in navigating artists and her own competitive success, highlighting a strong personal and professional relationship.
As Oscar Voting Begins, Ryan Coogler Gives the Case for “Sinners”
Q: What do you think about lifting people up in the industry?
Coogler emphasizes that his focus is on making the best films and hiring the best people without specifically directing his efforts at lifting others up, but it's a natural outcome of his work.
As Oscar Voting Begins, Ryan Coogler Gives the Case for “Sinners”
Q: Can you even fathom the historical nature of that moment, of you being a black man holding an Oscar in your hand, for Best Director specifically?
Coogler expresses that he hasn't given much thought to being the first Black director to win an Oscar but acknowledges the significance and sadness of the lack of Black directors winning in the past.

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A lively, industry-focused show that centers on film and awards season, offering interviews with top talent and creatives alongside deep dives into race dynamics and industry headlines. Episodes frequently feature Oscar, BAFTA, and Golden Globes conversations, roundtable analyses of nominations, and candid discussions about filmmaking processes, representation, and festival strategy. Notable strengths include high-profile guest lineups and a willingness to tackle timely topics with insider perspectives, making it a strong pick for listeners who want a journalist's take on awards season, production insights, and career trajectories in cinema and television.

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1. Awards Chatter
2. The Town with Matthew Belloni
3. Happy Sad Confused
4. This Had Oscar Buzz
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2. Amy Madigan
3. Stellan Skarsgård
4. Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas
5. Robert Kaplow
6. Wagner Moura
7. Autumn Durald Arkapaw
8. Alexander Skarsgård

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