Little Gold Men by Vanity Fair
Little Gold Men is the inside story of Hollywood, from awards shows and red-carpet premieres to the hard work and whisper campaigns that get people there. Weekly episodes feature obsessive, expert conversations about the best of television and film, with special guest appearances from stars, creators, and critics. LGM also dives deep into Oscar history, and offers insight into all the other awards that make up Hollywood’s continual dash toward glitz and glory.
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The Emmy Contenders Voters Can’t Ignore
Making the case for the best of this years top Emmy contenders, plus conversations with two of them, Thandie Newton and Janelle Monae.
72 min
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New TV Shows and Movies Worth Staying In For
A look at new releases Irresistible, Hamilton, Eurovision, and The Baby-Sitters Club. Plus, conversations with Better Call Saul star Bob Odenkirk and Unbelievable star Kaitlyn Dever.
73 min
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BONUS: Chris Evans and Michelle Dockery on Defe...
This episode was made in collaboration with Apple TV+. Hosts LaToya Ferguson and Joe Reid discuss the eight-part limited series, based on the novel by William Landay. Stars Chris Evans and Michelle Dockery also discuss their performances as parents caught in an impossible situation when their son is accused of a horrific crime.
43 min
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The Enduringly Cool Lesbian Classic You Can Wat...
Yohana Desta shares what she learned from Cheryl Dunye, director of 1996's The Watermelon Woman, which is now free on Criterion Channel. Plus, a conversation with Succession star Jeremy Strong.
56 min
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There's No Easy Answer For What to Do With *Gon...
Vulture's Angelica Jade Bastien joins to discuss her essay on the 1939 blockbuster, and why it will never fully go away despite its many problems. Plus a look at the latest changes to awards season, plus interviews with *Curb Your Enthusiasm* star J.B. Smoove and *Run* star Merritt Wever.
85 min
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Do The Right Thing Said It All 30 Years Ago
A look back at Spike Lee's generation-defining film, and its notorious Oscar snub. Plus, a look at the best films of the year so far, the black protest films to watch in addition to Do the Right Thing, and new releases The King of Staten Island and Spike Lee's own Da 5 Bloods. The episode also includes interviews with Emmy contenders James Corden and Damon Lindelof.
104 min
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Franklin Leonard and Tananarive Due on Why Holl...
The founder of the Blacklist joins to discuss the entertainment industry's response to the George Floyd protests, and who seems to actually be getting it right. And horror author and screenwriter Tananarive Due discusses the piece she wrote for Vanity Fair about her childhood experience with protests, what positive change she's seen in Hollywood, and why horror movies can be the perfect way to process the scary things happening in the real world.
70 min
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If Captain Picard Can’t Improve Your Quarantine...
This week’s show features interviews with "Picard" star Patrick Stewart and "The Good Place’s" Janet, D’arcy Carden, as well as a look back at 1995’s Oscar-winning "Sense and Sensibility."
88 min
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There Are Still Good New Movies Coming Out! Or ...
A look back at the 1972 Oscar winner, plus a look ahead at new releases Military Wives and The Trip to Greece. Plus, conversations with The Great star Nicholas Hoult and Hollywood star Patti LuPone.
87 min
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The Oscar-Winning Performance That's Legendary ...
We all know better now than to believe Marisa Tomei's Oscar win for My Cousin Vinny was the result of Jack Palance reading the wrong name. But is anyone giving enough credit to how brilliant she actually is? Plus, conversations with comedian and writer Julio Torres and with Watchmen composers Atticus Ross and Trent Reznor.
83 min
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How a Historic Oscar Season Led Andre Holland t...
The star of the Netflix limited series was looking for the right project to work on with Damien Chazelle— and it took him to a fictional Paris jazz club. Plus, a look back at 1984’s best picture winner Amadeus.
57 min
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The Most Prescient Oscar Winner of All Time
A look back at 1976's Network, which only feels more topical as the years go by. Plus a look at the legacy of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and a conversation with Driveways star Hong Chau.
86 min
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The Best Picture Winner That Stood the Test of ...
A look back at 1980's Ordinary People, plus a conversation with High Fidelity star Zoe Kravitz.
60 min
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There's Never a Wrong Time to Revisit Casablanca
A look back at one of the best best picture winners of all time, plus a conversation with *Nailed It* host Nicole Byer and a look behind the scenes of our *Dune* exclusive.
64 min
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Laura Linney Is Not Surprised By How Dark She's...
The Oscar, Tony, and Emmy nominee discusses the intense third season of her Netflix series. Plus a look at Quibi and Disney's release date shuffles, and a flashback to Singin' in the Rain.
68 min
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Little Gold Men Essentials: Sunset Boulevard
Inside the making of the 1950 classic with Gloria Swanson’s close confidante, Wayne Lawson. Plus a look at how the Emmys and Tonys delays affect the awards seasons to come.
50 min
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The 1918 Flu Didn’t Kill Movie Theaters, But We...
A look at the past and our potential future, courtesy of guests Karina Longworth and David Ehrlich. Plus a new miniseries, the Little Gold Men Essentials!
69 min
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Coronavirus Changes Everything, Again
A check in on Hollywood as the world shuts down, plus a conversation with The Plot Against America star Zoe Kazan.
67 min
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Coronavirus, SXSW, and What Might Happen Next
Joanna was supposed to be on her way to SXSW, but now she, and thousands of people in Austin, are wondering just what the impact of the canceled festival will be—and how many more cancellations are still to come. Plus, a conversation with First Cow star John Magaro.
48 min
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Predicting the 2021 Oscars
Because it's never too early—and after two years of failing to mention the eventual best picture winner, we have to start getting something right eventually.
75 min
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Steve Coogan and Michael Winterbottom on Their ...
The longtime collaborators have made a film about the ridiculous world of the super-rich— and the underpaid workers who made them that way.
41 min
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The Oscars, Reviewed: Wow, That Really Happened
The thrilling sweep for Parasite, the unexpected speeches from Joaquin and Renee, the Vanity Fair Oscar party-- we cover it all.
54 min
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Our Final Oscar Predictions
1917 or Parasite? Taika Waititi or Greta Gerwig? We make our picks in every category.
52 min
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Your Guide to the Oscar-Nominated Shorts
Plus dispatches from Sundance and conversations with Governor's Ball organizer Cheryl Cecchetto and best actress nominee Cynthia Erivo.
88 min
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Is Parasite Surging in the Best Picture Race?
After winning the top prize at SAG, Bong Joon Ho's thriller is in a great position—if it can get past 1917, at least. Plus, a conversation with The Irishman casting director Ellen Lewis.
59 min