“The Last Days of Ptolmey Grey” star Dominique Fishback discusses working with Samuel L. Jackson, as well as her take on the character, playing young roles and how she’s enjoying her success. Also on this episode, Bobby Moynihan talks about his recently canceled comedy “Mr. Mayor,” as well as his busy voice acting career.

“Barry” fan favorite Anthony Carrigan joins us to discuss playing NoHo Hank, his character’s new love interest, and the show’s balance of staying funny while also getting darker. But first, our Awards Circuit Roundtable discusses supporting actress categories, in honor of this week’s Variety Power of Women event in New York.

“Anatomy of a Scandal” star Sienna Miller talks about the Netflix series, how it depicts the privilege of the rich and powerful, working on a David E. Kelley show and why she keeps picking projects that relate to her personally, having been embroiled in the UK press phone hacking scandal.

“Better Call Saul” baddie Tony Dalton talks about the flair he brings to playing the charming but deadly Lalo Salamanca on the show, and also doing something different on “Hawkeye.” But first, our Awards Circuit Roundtable discusses the return to Emmy season and the ridiculous number of TV premieres this spring.

Tom Hiddleston has the unique privilege of starring in two recent Emmy contenders: First up was “Loki,” the smash marvel property that continued the adventures of Marvel’s most popular villain (or a variant thereof) that hit Disney+ in June. Next month, Apple TV+’s “The Essex Serpent” premieres. Hiddleston talks about both shows, having a milestone birthday during the pandemic and more. He also takes a quiz to guess between the characters of Shakespeare and Marvel.

In one of the most stunning moments in Oscars history, Will Smith hopped on stage to smack Chris Rock and all hell broke loose. The Awards Circuit Roundtable dissects that moment, and also looks at this year’s big winners — including “CODA” and Apple TV Plus.

Will Packer teases what he has in store as producer of this year’s Oscars ceremony, and addresses the controversial decision to pre-tape eight categories during the hour before the broadcast. Also on this episode, the Awards Circuit roundtable gives its final predictions for this year’s Academy Awards.

Double Oscar nominee Denis Villeneuve discusses his passion for creating the world of "Dune" and that best director snub. He teases what to expect with "Dune Part Two," including working with Zendaya. Also on this episode, the Awards Circuit roundtable discusses the latest buzz on the final march to the Oscars.

“CODA” writer/director Siân Heder just won a BAFTA Award for her film, the latest in a string of kudos for the Apple Original release. Oscar nominated for adapted screenplay, Heder talks about the film’s critical raves as well as its impact and history-making awards on the road to the Academy Awards.

Directors Jane Campion of the Oscar-nominated “The Power of the Dog” and Guillermo del Toro of Oscar-nominated “Nightmare Alley” swap stories about filmmaking in the streaming age. But first, our Awards Circuit Roundtable discusses the rise of “CODA” and more as we head into another awards-filled weekend with the BAFTA, DGA and Critics’ Choice ceremonies.

Irish veteran actor Ciarán Hinds had never been nominated for an Oscar until this year, despite outstanding performances in films like “Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy” (2011). Hinds is here to discuss his role as Pop in “Belfast” and his own Oscar nomination, what he remembers from growing up during the time period featured in the film, and much more.

Oscar nominated composer Germaine Franco discusses “Encanto,” working with Lin-Manuel Miranda and what has moved her the most about the soundtrack’s viral hit. But first, our Awards Circuit Roundtable meets in person for the first time and recaps the SAG Awards — including how it has or hasn’t brought clarity to the Oscar race.

Oscar-nominated “King Richard” star Aunjunue Ellis discusses her role as Oracene “Brandy” Williams in the film, as well as her experience working with Will Smith, and what she has coming up next.

Kodi Smit-McPhee discusses his role as Peter Gordon in Jane Campion's "The Power of the Dog" and his reaction to be nominated for his first Academy Award. But first, our Awards Circuit Roundtable talks about the controversy surrounding the decision to pre-tape some Oscar awards and edit them into the ceremony. And we give our final SAG Awards picks.

Three-time Oscar nominee Jessica Chastain discusses how she wanted to portray televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker in “The Eyes of Tammy Faye,” plus how Oscar campaigns have changed in the post-Harvey Weinstein era and what’s next on her busy acting plate.

SAG Awards nominee Sandra Oh talks about her Netflix series “The Chair” and some of the sticky topics it brings up, and also previews the final season of “Killing Eve.” But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we break down the big Oscars host announcement.

Lin-Manuel Miranda on his Oscar nomination for the “Encanto” song “Dos Oruguitas” (and why it’s not for “We Don’t Talk About Bruno”). Also, more on what he plans to do in 2022 after a busy 2021, and expectations for the upcoming live-action “The Little Mermaid” and the original songs he wrote for it.

“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” exec producers Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino on what to expect as Midge and company finally return to our TV screens, and how they wanted to make sure Season 4 was worth the wait — even as COVID contingencies made it a challenge to produce. But first, the Awards Circuit roundtable dissects this year’s Oscars nominations.

“The Mitchells vs. the Machines” producers Phil Lord and Chris Miller discuss returning to the Oscars with another nomination and how they continue to redefine the animation medium. Plus, they discuss “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” the sequel to their Academy Award-winning “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.”

“Yellowstone” star Cole Hauser discusses how his series has turned into a megahit, and now an awards contender, after four seasons. But first, our Awards Circuit Roundtable shares burning questions on what to look out for as the Oscar nominations finally take place.

SAG Awards nominee Margaret Qualley discusses making the Netflix limited series "Maid," which features her in almost every scene, as well as her bond with her young co-star, and getting to work with her mother, Andie MacDowell, who also plays her mom in the series.

Director Mike Mills discusses “C’mon, C’mon,” starring Joaquin Phoenix, Gaby Hoffman and Woody Norman. But first, our Awards Circuit Roundtable helps kick off Oscar voting by making one more plea on what Academy members shouldn’t overlook.

Willem Dafoe discusses his first-ever "Saturday Night Live" hosting gig this weekend, plus his busy year, which included reteaming with directors Paul Schrader for “The Card Counter” and Wes Anderson for “The French Dispatch,” as well as supporting roles in “Zack Snyder’s Justice League” and Guillermo Del Toro’s “Nightmare Alley.” And then there’s his return to the role of Green Goblin in “Spider-Man No Way Home.”

Haim artist Alana Haim discusses her first-ever feature role, “Licorice Pizza,” as well as her hugely popular band with her sister, their long history with director Paul Thomas Anderson, and much more. But first, our Awards Circuit Roundtable dives into the hot topics of the week, including how COVID has disrupted this Oscar season and the tattoo that Jazz Tangcay almost got as a teenager.

Cate Blanchett discusses her duo of Oscar contenders, “Don’t Look Up” and “Nightmare Alley,” as well as her new venture with Pedro Almodóvar, for whom she will be starring in (and producing) “A Manual for Cleanining Women.”