We talk to two stars of Apple TV+’s critically acclaimed comedy “Shrinking,” starting with Jessica Williams, and then later with Christa Miller. Williams talks about getting to do both comedy and drama in 'Shrinking,' and how she worked to transform the stereotype of a Black female therapist and was encouraged to improvise and incorporate her own takes with her character's dialogue. Miller shares how much they’ve incorporated some of her own personality into the character of Liz – like her unique rock cleaning obsession.

"The Crown" star Elizabeth Debicki talks about playing a tragic real-life figure like Princess Diana, including the research that went into the role, and how she captured the voice of the former Princess of Wales. But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we look at the race as Emmy phase 1 voting begins. What shows benefitted from the FYC campaigns? And so much more.

“Black Bird” star Paul Walter Hauser discusses the challenges of starring as a serial killer in the Apple TV+ limited series, plus getting sober and why he thought he peaked with “Richard Jewell.” But first, on a live edition of the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we explain what makes this year a unique season for Emmy campaigns.

“Daisy Jones & the Six” star Riley Keough says she had no professional singing experience coming into the show. But that seems unbelievable given the music that she and her co-stars ultimately made. On this episode, Keough talks about the journey to making the Amazon Prime Video limited series and its lasting impact on her. But first, on the Roundtable, we get a Cannes recap, plus we talk "Succession" finale and a whole lot more.

Spoiler alert! “Yellowjackets” star Christina Ricci talks about the shocking Season 2 finale (and the unexpected death), plus where the show might go in Season 3. We also talk about her other series, “Wednesday,” and whether she’ll return for Season 2.

Master of parody “Weird Al” Yankovic talks about his unbelievable career, leading up to the recent Roku Channel film “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story,” in which Daniel Radcliffe plays Al in a not-so-truthful retelling of his origins story. But first, on the Awards Circuit roundtable, we talk about the crazy end of May TV pileup this weekend, which includes the series finales of “Succession” and “Barry.”

Comedian Hasan Minhaj discusses his recent Netflix standup special “The King’s Jester,” including what’s on or off limits when it comes to his family. We also discuss Netflix’s decision to pull an episode of his series ‘Patriot Act’ in Saudi Arabia, his current attitude toward social media, parenthood and whether he would take ‘The Daily Show’ job if asked. We even talk about the current status of the United States in the new world order. It’s a big episode!

“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” star Alex Borstein discusses the final season of that landmark Amazon Prime Video comedy, as well as her latest comedy special and her on-going part of the "Family Guy" universe. But first, on the Roundtable, we check in on all the awards show postponements and cancellations, including the Daytime Emmys and Peabody Awards, and get the skinny straight from Cannes.

“Yellowjackets” star Melanie Lynskey discusses the twists and turns that came with Season 2 of the hit Showtime drama, as well as her turn as a complicated bad ass on HBO’s breakout “The Last of Us.” But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we check in on how the writers strike is impacting the Emmy FYC season, as well as the flurry of last minute category changes as the Emmy submissions deadline came to pass this week.

“Party Down” stars and pals Adam Scott and Ken Marino talk about the comedy’s unexpected revival, as well as how it originally came to be. Plus, their friendship origins story, and we try to get Scott to spill on Season 2 of “Severance.” But first, on the Roundtable, we recap what has happened so far with the writers strike, and how it’s already impacting Emmy season.

On this Emmy season premiere of the Variety Awards Circuit podcast, we talk to “Love & Death” star Elizabeth Olsen. Also on this episode, “Succession” standout Kieran Culkin. But first, on the Awards Circuit roundtable, we recap all of this week’s crazy news, from Jeff Shell’s exit from NBCUniversal to the possibility of a writers strike – in addition to early Emmy handicapping.

The 95th Oscars are over, and “Everything Everywhere All at Once” was the big winner, including best picture. On this Mega Roundtable edition of the Awards Circuit podcast, we recount the show and dissect the winners, from host Jimmy Kimmel’s excellent monologue to how every single category panned out.

It all comes down to this weekend. Variety’s Clayton Davis, Jazz Tangcay, Jenelle Riley and Michael Schneider dissect the Oscar categories one last time and share final predictions. Will “Everything Everywhere All at Once” sweep the night? Or are some surprises in store? Listen along as you fill out your office Oscars pool.

Oscar-nominated Brendan Fraser talks about “The Whale,” as well as his career renaissance and what’s coming next. Also on this episode, another Oscar-nominated icon, “Tár” star Cate Blanchett. But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we recap the SAG and DGA awards winners and set the stage as final Oscar voting gets underway.

Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, aka the Daniels, are on top of the world with “Everything Everywhere All At Once.” We talk to Oscar-nominated writer-directors the Daniels about that film, as well as their approach to life and filmmaking. Also on this episode, a chat with Oscar-nominated "Triangle of Sadness" writer and director Ruben Östlund. But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we give our predictions for this weekend’s SAG awards and more.

Oscar-nominated “Elvis” star Austin Butler talks about preparing for that film, as well as early career stints such as “The Carrie Diaries,” wether he’d join in on a “Zoey 101” reunion and his role in “Dune 2.” Also on this episode, a chat with Oscar-nominated “All Quiet on the Western Front” director Edward Berger. But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we give our predictions for this weekend’s DGA awards and we talk about the latest Emmy rule change, as double dipping returns for docs.

“Everything Everywhere All at Once” star Jamie Lee Curtis discusses her first-ever Oscar nomination, and the outspoken superstar doesn’t hold back. Also on this episode, a chat with Oscar-nominated “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” director Joel Crawford on taking the animated cat beyond the original. But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we dissect the Grammys, including the debate over album of the year, and we also dig into the Oscar screenplay categories.

Oscar-nominated “The Banshees of Inisherin” actor Colin Farrell talks about that film, as well as what’s next on the docket: playing the Penguin for a TV spinoff of “The Batman.” Also on this episode, a chat with Oscar-nominated composer Justin Hurwitz (“Babylon”). But first, on the Awards Circuit roundtable, we go deep into the Andrea Riseborough Oscar nomination controversy, and the Academy’s decision not to rescind her nod.

Songwriter Diane Warren talks about her 14th Oscar nomination – the most of any in the song category without a win – this time for “Applause,” her tune frm the film “Tell It Like a Woman,” performed by Sofia Carson. Also on this episode, a chat with Oscar-nominated cinematographer Mandy Walker, from the film “Elvis.” But first, the Awards Circuit Roundtable digs into this year’s Oscar nominations and all the snubs and surprises.

It’s a Mega Roundtable Edition, as we await the nominations announcement for the 95th Oscars on Tuesday, January 24. We dissect final predictions for key categories, including best picture. Also on this episode, a chat with the creative team behind “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” including director Ryan Coogler.

"RRR" stars N.T. Rama Rao Jr. and Ram Charan on the extensive shoot of S.S. Rajamouli's Indian-Tollywood epic that has taken global cinemas by storm. Also on this episode, we sit down with “Living” star Bill Nighy. But first, the Roundtable dissects the Golden Globes winners and the SAG Awards nominations.

"Women Talking" writer and director Sarah Polley talks about the last decade and thinking she could never make movies again. In addition, the roundtable shares their final Golden Globes predictions ahead of the ceremony.

Colman Domingo and his husband Raul Domingo are behind the animated short film “New Moon,” which if nominated for an Oscar, would make them the first same-sex married couple ever nominated in any category. We talk to them about their short; also on this episode, we sit down with “Glass Onion” star Janelle Monáe. But first, the Roundtable discusses the box office performance of Damien Chazelle’s “Babylon” and how our holidays are going.

Taylor Russell devours every morsel of her time on screen in “Bones and All,” the new film from director Luca Guadagnno about teen cannibals. We talk to the actor about that film, working with Timothee Chalamet and Mark Rylance, and her journey to Hollywood. But first, the Roundtable looks at Variety’s ranker of the top 100 films of all time, as well as the TV Academy's new Emmy rule changes, and also shares some picks on what to watch over the winter break.

“Stranger Things” and “The Whale” star Sadie Sink talks about her role in the A24 drama, working with best actor contender Brendan Fraser and the latest news and theories on her hit series "Stranger Things" and if she thinks Max and Lucas (played by Caleb MacLaughlin) should end up together at the end. Also on this episode, we talk to Sink's co-star Hong Chau about her journey as an actor over the past 15 years. And the Awards Circuit roundtable talks about the premiere of James Cameron's "Avatar: The Way of Water" and if it has what it takes to sneak into the Oscar race, along with our reactions to the Golden Globe nominations.