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  How Many Variety Series Will Win an Emmy This Year?; Also, “Top Chef” Host Kristen Kish How the People Around Her 'Helped Me Get to a Place Where I Felt Like My Best Self' 14.08.2026 51min

  “Top Chef” host Kristen Kish discusses her caffeine consumption, her early cooking skills and how her fellow judges and the people around her “helped me get to a place where I felt like my best self.” Also, the Roundtable looks at the outstanding variety series race, which this year could potentially have multiple winners. Will all five nominees take home an Emmy, or just one? And here’s where things stand right now in the limited/anthology race (“Beef” vs. “DTF: St. Louis”) and comedy (“Widow’s Bay” vs. “Hacks”). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  'Widow’s Bay’ Has the Momentum, and Here's Why It Could Win Best Comedy; Also, “Tucci in Italy” Star Stanley Tucci on Why He Hasn’t Moved There 07.08.2026 50min

  Stanley Tucci talks about Nat Geo’s “Tucci in Italy,” including how well he speaks Italian, his favorite region and why the dream of moving to the country is so hard. He also shares where the show is going next — and it’s not in Italy! Also, Gold Derby editor-in-chief Debra Birnbaum joins us to give her takes on the Emmy race, including how “Widow’s Bay” has become the comedy frontrunner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Variety TV Critic Picks on What to Watch This Summer; Also, “Hacks” Star Hannah Einbinder and Star/Exec Producer Paul W. Downs on Their Next Projects — and If a Spinoff Could Ever Happen 02.08.2026 1h 8min

  “Hacks” stars Hannah Einbinder and Paul W. Downs (also co-creator and exec producer) on the show’s record-breaking Emmy nominations, whether there will ever be a Jimmy/Kayla spinoff, and what they’re up to next. Also on the roundtable, Variety TV critic Aramide Tinubu joins us to talk about her summer TV picks and her take on this year’s Emmy nominations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  TV Academy’s Decision to Move 5 Categories out of the Emmy Telecast Causes Outrage; Also, ‘The Pitt’ star Noah Wyle on Saving Hollywood, Overzealous Fans and What’s Next for Dr. Robby 24.07.2026 1h 2min

  “The Pitt” star, executive producer and director Noah Wyle — Emmy-nominated three times this year — discusses the wild fan reaction to Season 2 and Dr. Robby’s storyline, as well as how “The Pitt” is showing how to keep production jobs in Los Angeles. But first, the Roundtable looks at the TV Academy’s decision to move five categories out of the Emmy telecast and the debate over whether this will make a difference in producing a more entertaining ceremony.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Who Are the Emmy Category Spoilers? When One Show Dominates a Category, Who Wins? And Other Burning Emmy Questions 17.07.2026 32min

  On another all-Roundtable edition of the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast, the team opens by discussing their World Cup fever — and apologizing to Jazz for the nail-biter loss of her England team to Argentina. We then dive into burning Emmy questions, including the potential spoilers in the drama and comedy races (it's probably "The Pitt" and "Hacks," but there are a few backup contenders) and we look at some of the supporting races where one show dominates — do the contenders all cancel each other out? Much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Emmy Nominations Mega Roundtable: ‘The Pitt’ and ‘Hacks’ Dominate, But ‘Widow’s Bay’ and ‘Pluribus’ Are Waiting in the Wings 10.07.2026 41min

  The 78th Emmy nominations are in, and the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable dissects the winners, snubs and surprises. At 25 noms, is “The Pitt” heading toward its second consecutive drama win? In breaking the record for most comedy noms ever, is “Hacks” a shoo-in? What happened to “Half Man”? How did “Dancing With the Stars” end its ten-year nomination drought? What can we expect from Emmys host Mariska Hargitay? That, and a lot more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  ‘Pluribus’ Star Rhea Seehorn Dissects Fan Theories and the Anticipation for Season 2; ‘Matlock’ Star Kathy Bates on the Show’s Entire New Direction Next Year 19.06.2026 54min

  ‘Matlock’ lead Kathy Bates discusses what’s to come as the CBS drama ends its current storyline and ventures into new territory, as the show moves to midseason with a new focus next year. Also, “Pluribus” star Rhea Seehorn discusses the complexities of her character Carol, the cast’s on-set debates over the show, and collaborating with Vince Gilligan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  ‘The Pitt’ Stars Isa Briones and Gerran Howell on Their Characters’ Relationship and Their Hopes for Season 3; ‘The Four Seasons’ Pals Will Forte and Kerri Kenney-Silver on the Joy Behind Making Their Series 16.06.2026 1h 21min

  ‘The Four Seasons’ stars Will Forte and Kerri Kenney-Silver discuss Season 2 of their Netflix comedy and get ready for Season 3; ‘The Pitt’ duo Isa Briones and Gerran Howell on how Santos and Whitaker rely on each other like siblings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Emmy Voting Begins! We Dissect the Ballots; Also, ‘Saturday Night Live’ star Ashley Padilla on Her Breakout Year 12.06.2026 1h 5min

  “Saturday Night Live” star Ashley Padilla recounts her hiring process on the show and what it’s like to have such a breakout year. Also, with Emmy voting starting, we look at the ballots including some of the surprises — and we predict what some of the sleeper contenders might be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  ‘The Paper’ Star Domhnall Gleeson Salutes Journalists, While Marc Maron Reminds Us How We Wound Up With Fascism 09.06.2026 1h 9min

  Comedian Marc Maron discusses his most recent special — HBO’s “Panicked” — and updates us on how he’s doing post-podcast, and more importantly, what his cats are up to. Also, Domhnall Gleeson, who plays Ned Sampson in Peacock’s “The Paper,” teases Season 2 of the comedy — which has already wrapped production — and discusses how he’s become a folk hero for newspaper journalists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The ’60 Minutes’ Implosion; Tony Awards Predictions; Can Broadcast Land a Drama Nom?; Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King (‘The Comeback’) 06.06.2026 1h 8min

  Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King created HBO’s ‘The Comeback’ in 2005; the show has returned every ten years since then. Now, with Season 3, they’re wrapping up — but why? First, the Roundtable looks at CBS’ recent “60 Minutes” and Colbert debacles, latest on the Emmy race and answers your burning questions. Call the Emmy Emergency Line at 323-617-9110 to ask your Q! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  ‘Hacks’ Finale; ‘Pluribus’ vs. ‘The Pitt’; State of the Reality Competition Race; Michelle Pfeiffer on How She Wound Up Everywhere This Year 29.05.2026 54min

  Michelle Pfeiffer went from avoiding TV to being everywhere this Emmy season, as the star of Paramount+’s “The Madison” and Apple TV’s “Margo’s Got Money Troubles.” She talks about her busy year, working with her husband David E. Kelley, and her first time in Variety. She also takes the 10 Questions quiz. But first, the Roundtable looks at the latest on the Emmy race and answers your burning questions. Call the Emmy Emergency Line at 323-617-9110 to ask your Q! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  ‘Survivor’ 50 Finale Roundup; Saying Goodbye to ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert”; Zach Braff on the Hit Return of ‘Scrubs’ 22.05.2026 1h 4min

  ‘Scrubs’ star Zach Braff on how the return of the beloved sitcom resonated with fans. Also, Braff also recounts his first time in Variety and takes the 10 Questions quiz. But first on the Roundtable, we recount the ‘Survivor’ 50 finale (including Jeff Probst’s big live TV flub) and we lament the end of ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Recapping the TV Upfronts’ Winners and Losers; Glen Powell Teases Season 2 of “Chad Powers” and Explains His Busy Schedule 15.05.2026 51min

  “Chad Powers” star and co-creator Glen Powell on his busy schedule, why the Hulu show means so much to him and how things will get more complicated — and perhaps darker — in Season 2. Powell also recounts his first time in Variety and takes the 10 Questions quiz. But first on the Roundtable, we recap the TV upfronts in New York — including the biggest trends, winners and losers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Ramy Youssef on Elmogate and His Latest Standup Special; Carrie Preston on “Elsbeth” and All Those Bags 08.05.2026 1h 3min

  “Elsbeth” star Carrie Preston on her hit CBS series, its unique spin on the whodunit and all those guest stars. Plus, she takes the 10 Questions quiz and dissects her first time in Variety. Also, Ramy Youssef on his latest HBO Max comedy special, “Ramy Youssef: In Love,” how his dog is doing, how his family reacted to some of the things he reveals, and his time with Elmo on “Sesame Street” and how he’d be up for defending himself on Fox News — if they ever actually bothered to call for comment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Emmy Category Jockeying; Talk Frontrunners; State of FYC; “John Candy: I Like Me” Filmmakers Colin Hanks and Ryan Reynolds 01.05.2026 57min

  “John Candy: I Like Me” filmmakers Colin Hanks and Ryan Reynolds on the critical thing they needed Dan Aykroyd to do for their doc; also, they answer 10 Qs and recall their first time in Variety. Before that, the roundtable discusses the unusual year in FYC, the latest new category news, the frontrunners in talk and Emily's love of Stagecoach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Emmy Submissions Drop and What It Means For the Awards Race; Early Frontrunners; Richard Gadd (“Half Man”) 24.04.2026 54min

  The Awards Circuit Podcast is back for Emmy season! The Roundtable looks at the big decline in expected Emmy submissions and what that might mean for the competition. Also, which shows are the early frontrunners? And what bubbling under shows should you be paying attention to? Also, “Half Man” creator and star Richard Gadd talks about his busy last few years, and shares some of his hot takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Oscars Recap: Winners, Losers, Surprises and More As 'One Battle After Another' Edges Out 'Sinners' 21.03.2026 22min

  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Final Oscar Predictions in Every Category: It’s a Two-Film Showdown Between 'Sinners' vs. 'One Battle After Another' 13.03.2026 56min

  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 landscapes in recent memory: Paul Thomas Anderson’s political action epic “One Battle After Another” versus Ryan Coogler’s record-setting vampire drama “Sinners.” We'll help you (hopefully!) win your Oscar pool with this special edition of the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The BAFTA/BBC Disaster; Actor Awards Predictions; Oscar Nominee Tig Notaro (“Come See Me In the Good Light”) 28.02.2026 1h 13min

  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 Actor Awards; and Oscar nominee Tig Notaro discusses honoring her friend in “Come See Me In the Good Light.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.