Best Vanity Fair / Cadence13 Podcasts (2024)

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Are we trapped in an endless loop of sequel land? 40:01

3h ago40:01

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The summer box office seems to be revived thanks to Inside Out 2, but does its success mean we will be stuck with sequels? David and Richard discuss the prospects and recommend some quieter films worthy of checking out this season. Plus, as nominations voting for the Emmy Awards closes next week, they make a plug for some of their favorite shows an…

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John Mulaney and Jessica Lange on Making New Art with Old Friends 38:41

2d ago38:41

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John Mulaney gives us a peek into the making of Everybody’s in LA and shares his favorite moments from the live show. Then, Jessica Lange joins us to connect the dots between her former characters and her current roles in The Great Lillian Hall and Mother Play.By Conde Nast & Vanity Fair

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Predicting the Big Winners at This Year’s Tony Awards 44:23

7d ago44:23

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On this week’s roundtable episode of the Little Gold Men podcast, the panelists discuss Broadway’s biggest night, when a play with music just might outshine all the musicals.By Conde Nast & Vanity Fair

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The Bear’s Liza Colón-Zayas on Finding Her Breakout Role After 30 Years on Screen 51:06

8d ago51:06

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New York theater icon Liza Colón-Zayas joins the show this week ahead of The Bear’s season three premiere for an emotional reflection on her long, at times painful journey to the FX phenomenon—for which she may net her first-ever Emmy nomination next month. Then, fellow first-time contender Jonathan Bailey goes deep on his epic queer romance Fellow…

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The Emmy Frontrunners: Are Baby Reindeer, The Bear, and Shōgun Locked in? 47:57

14d ago47:57

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David is joined by Vanity Fair staff writers Chris Murphy and Savannah Walsh for an in-depth conversation on the state of the Emmy race, from the controversy swirling around limited-series frontrunner Baby Reindeer to the impact of Shōgun’s eleventh-hour recategorization as a drama series. Plus: Following Hacks’ rapturously received third season, c…

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Tony nominees Jonathan Groff and William Jackson Harper on Rediscovering Themselves on Stage 44:41

16d ago44:41

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It's a Tonys interview special, with two of this year's buzziest stage performers joining the podcast. First, Richard speaks with Merrily We Roll Along nominee Jonathan Groff about his transformative experience on the Sondheim musical, his first Broadway show since Hamilton. Then, David catches up with The Good Place alum William Jackson Harper, wh…

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The Best and Worst of Cannes 2024 50:52

21d ago50:52

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David and Richard are back from the Croisette and ready to break down the highlights (and lowlights) from the Cannes Film Festival 2024. They dig into the big prize-winners, including the potentially Oscar-bound Anora and Emilia Perez, as well as the films that struggled to make much of a splash, including the heavily hyped auteur projects of Franc…

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Maya Rudolph and Seth Meyers on Their SNL Past—And Emmy-Contending Present 52:11

23d ago52:11

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It’s an aughts Saturday Night Live reunion as Maya Rudolph and Seth Meyers join the podcast. First, Rudolph digs into the new season of her Apple TV+ comedy Loot and the career that’s led to this long-awaited starring vehicle. Then Meyers reflects on the 10th anniversary of his talk series Late Night, and how he’s kept things fresh in a turbulent m…

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Little Gold Men Goes Apocalyptic: The Creators of 'Fallout' Tell All 47:16

28d ago47:16

47:16

In a live show from Los Angeles, we explore the polarized critical reactions to Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis at Cannes, plus Fallout stars Walton Goggins and Aaron Moten join us, along with showrunner Geneva Robertson-Dworet, to delve into secrets of the apocalyptic drama and the classic Western influences that shaped its story. Hosted by Van…

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Juno Temple and Calista Flockhart on Taking Big Risks in Their New Shows 49:15

30d ago49:15

49:15

We’re talking about two juicy limited-series performances on this week’s interview episode. Juno Temple first digs deep into her Fargo transformation and what it felt like to pull that off fresh out of Ted Lasso. Then, Ally McBeal and Brothers & Sisters alum Calista Flockart talks her welcome return to TV in the new season of Feud—and how good it f…

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Back to Black and the State of the Music Biopic 35:53

1M ago35:53

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From Elvis to Bob Marley: One Love, the music biopic has proven back in fashion with theatergoers, even if their quality can sometimes (increasingly?) leave much to be desired. This week, Vanity Fair staff writer Savannah Walsh joins Richard and David to break down how the new Amy Winehouse drama, Back to Black, fits into this trend, before reflect…

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Mariska Hargitay and Bowen Yang Hit Thrilling New Milestones 52:04

1M ago52:04

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Celebrating her 25th year as a part of the Law & Order franchise, SVU star Mariska Hargitay joins Richard in-studio for a thoughtful, at times emotional reflection on the iconic role of Olivia Benson. Later, David catches up with current Saturday Night Live MVP Bowen Yang, exploring his own season of breakthroughs and firsts. Follow us on Twitter a…

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Is Hollywood in For a Bummer Summer? 47:40

1M ago47:40

47:40

Despite strong reviews and a lack of competition in theaters, The Fall Guy fell flat at the box office last weekend, an ominous kickoff to the summer season. VF's Hollywood editor Hillary Busis joins Richard and David to discuss other early May disappointments, including Chris Pine's Poolman and Jerry Seinfeld's Unfrosted—and search for some potent…

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Jean Smart on Her Triumphant Hacks Return, Plus The Morning Show’s New Secret Weapon 44:59

1M ago44:59

44:59

Emmy winner Jean Smart kicks off this week’s interview episode in a lively conversation with VF senior Hollywood correspondent Julie Miller about the third season of Hacks, from its increased physical demands on the actress to the deepening of her relationship with co-star Hannah Einbinder. Then, staff writer Savannah Walsh catches up with Nicole B…

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Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt Rescue 'The Fall Guy' 46:32

2M ago46:32

46:32

It's a weekend of appealingly starry movie releases, with Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt lending steamy chemistry to The Fall Guy and Anne Hathaway anchoring the new rom-com The Idea of You. VF’s senior Hollywood correspondent Julie Miller joins David and Richard to discuss the two films as well as the impressive third season of Hacks, premiering Thu…

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Take a Wild Ride With Timothy Olyphant, and Meet the Breakout Star of I Saw the TV Glow 49:14

2M ago49:14

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There are interviews, and there are Timothy Olyphant interviews. We learn this on today's episode as the Justified: City Primeval star joins David for a delightfully freewheeling, at times slightly unhinged conversation about everything from filming the new Alien series to the person he hopes beats him at the Emmys this year. Then, Richard catches …

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The End of Shōgun and the Beginning of a Thrilling Emmys Race 39:51

2M ago39:51

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The hottest new series of the year so far, Shōgun concluded its epic run on Hulu this past week with a stellar finale. Vanity Fair TV correspondent Joy Press joins the show to discuss how the FX series’ many merits—from its intricate detailing of 17th century Japanese customs to its striking cinematography—have positioned it as an Emmys front-runne…

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Interviews: Sandra Oh on The Sympathizer and Carrie Coon on The Gilded Age 54:12

2M ago54:12

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Sandra Oh joins the show fresh off of her debut episode on The Sympathizer to discuss the impact that HBO's new limited series, which re-examines the Vietnam War through an alternately satirical and poignant lens, has had on her as an industry veteran. Then, Carrie Coon reflects on the breakout success of The Gilded Age's second season—and preparin…

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Cannes You Feel the Excitement? 44:55

2M ago44:55

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David and Richard are joined by New York Magazine features writer Rachel Handler for a deep dive into the 2024 Cannes Film Festival lineup, from the big-name auteurs returning to the Croisette including Francis Ford Coppola and Yorgos Lanthimos to the buzzy titles already stirring up controversy, like the Donald Trump-Roy Cohn drama The Apprentice.…

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Interviews: Kiefer Sutherland on The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial and Ambika Mod on One Day 50:04

2M ago50:04

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Kiefer Sutherland joins the podcast this week to discuss his scene-stealing work in William Friedkin’s final film, The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial, and the ways he’s been rethinking his prolific career. Then, Ambika Mod stops by for a chat about her wrenching performance in Netflix’s chart-topping limited series, One Day. Follow us on Twitter and In…

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Civil War and The Sympathizer: Stark, Diverging Portraits of America At War With Itself 56:34

2M ago56:34

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Life during wartime is terrifyingly imagined in the new A24 film Civil War, and provocatively revisited in HBO's Emmy-contending The Sympathizer. Which of the two lands more resoundingly in the current moment, and will controversy follow either project? Plus, we ask whether the Traitors phenomenon can shake up a very stale Emmy race. Follow us on T…

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Interview: Alex Edelman (Just For Us) and Anna Sawai (Shōgun, Monarch) 52:44

2M ago52:44

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This week’s interview episode features two dynamic talents starting to introduce themselves to much larger (read: national TV) audiences. First, Alex Edelman speaks with Hillary Busis about winding down his lauded, years-long solo stage show Just For Us with a rousing HBO special. Then, David Canfield catches up with Shōgun’s breakout star Anna Saw…

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Julianne Moore, Andrew Scott, and the Heavy Hitters Entering the Emmys Race 44:21

3M ago44:21

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With this week’s premieres of Netflix’s Ripley, Starz’s Mary & George, and Apple’s Sugar, some big names are officially in the Emmys hunt: Andrew Scott, Julianne Moore, and Colin Farrell. How will they fare in a strike-affected season? Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsinsider Follow our hosts: @rilaws, @beccamford, @davidcanfield97 Our e…

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Interview: Amy Ryan (Sugar) and Andrea Riseborough (The Regime, Alice & Jack) 57:57

3M ago57:57

57:57

We’ve got two Oscar-nominated actresses pulling double duty on this week’s interview episode. First, Amy Ryan takes a break from her current acclaimed Broadway run of Doubt to discuss with David Canfield her scene-stealing work opposite Colin Farrell in Sugar. Then, Chris Murphy catches up with Andrea Riseborough, hot off her final episode of The R…

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Doing the 2024 Emmys, All Over Again 51:21

3M ago51:21

51:21

While we just wrapped a strike-delayed Emmys season a few months ago, we're already in full swing on the next one. We break down some of the big new contenders set to make a splash, including Shōgun and Lessons in Chemistry, while wondering if anything can take down past champs like The Bear and The Crown. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawar…

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Interview: Tom Hiddleston (Loki) and Maya Erskine (Mr. & Mrs. Smith) 58:11

3M ago58:11

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It’s been 15 years since Tom Hiddleston debuted the character of Loki in the MCU, and in conversation with Kara Warner, the actor reflects on that long, complex journey to the second season of his Disney+ series. Then, David Canfield catches up with Maya Erskine, who gives a powerhouse performance opposite Donald Glover in Mr. & Mrs. Smith. Follow …

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Our Way Too Early 2025 Oscar Predictions 1:29:12

3M ago1:29:12

1:29:12

Joe Reid returns and Rebecca Ford makes a very special brief appearance from maternity leave for our annual tradition: making predictions about the awards year ahead, and looking back at how much we got wrong this time last year. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsinsider Follow our hosts: @kateyrich, @rilaws, @karajwarner, @davidcanfield9…

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Interview: Alison Brie (Apples Never Fall) and Anthony Boyle (Masters of the Air and Manhunt) 59:30

3M ago59:30

59:30

David Canfield catches up with two stars of some of the spring's biggest shows. First, Alison Brie takes on a black sheep role in the Peacock family drama Apples Never Fall. Then, Anthony Boyle is juggling several types of breakout roles on two Apple historical series, Masters of the Air and the upcoming Manhunt. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram …

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Oscars 2024 Bonus: Louis Virtel on Writing for the Oscars 26:41

3M ago26:41

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One last look back at this year’s show! Katey and Richard talk to comedy writer Louis Virtel about writing material for the Oscars, the jokes that didn’t make the cut, and how John Cena wound up naked onstage. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsinsider Follow our hosts: @kateyrich, @rilaws, @karajwarner, @davidcanfield97 Our editor and pro…

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The 2024 Oscars: The Morning After 51:48

3M ago51:48

51:48

We see Oppenheimer here! A look back at the best actress shakeup, the Oppenheimer winning streak that got slightly interrupted, the Kenergy, and Al Pacino's moment in the spotlight. Plus, the inside scoop from the Vanity Fair Oscar party, where the man of the moment may just have been Flavor Flav. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsinsider…

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Our Final 2024 Oscar Predictions 1:29:53

4M ago1:29:53

1:29:53

Get your ballots ready! We’re making our best bets on everything from the multiple Poor Things and Barbie crafts showdowns to the ever intriguing races for best actor and best actress. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsinsider Follow our hosts: @kateyrich, @rilaws, @karajwarner, @davidcanfield97 Our editor and producer is Brett Fuchs.…

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Yours (And Our) Favorite Oscar Night Menus, Parties, and Viewing Traditions 33:00

4M ago33:00

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For the first time ever, Little Gold Men listeners call in and share their favorite Oscar night habits, from elaborate punny food menus to very specific rules about who is and is not allowed to watch. The hosts share their own stories too, including being in the auditorium for the La La Land/Moonlight mix-up to the moms whose passion for the Oscars…

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2004 Oscars Flashback, Plus a SAG Awards Surprise 1:14:08

4M ago1:14:08

1:14:08

This Had Oscar Buzz hosts Joe Reid and Chris Feil return for our annual flashback tradition, this time revisiting the Oscars of 2004, where The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King won 11 Oscars, Billy Crystal made a semi-triumphant return, and the show might have had its best ending ever. Plus, a look back at the busy weekend of the SAG, PGA, and…

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Interview: Academy President Janet Yang and CEO Bill Kramer 31:42

4M ago31:42

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With less than two weeks to go before this year's Oscars, the heads of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Science look ahead to this year's ceremony, to rule changes coming up in the future, and to the lingering power of the Barbenheimer effect. Join our first ever Oscar Pool! Email us at littlegoldmen@vf.com, and please put "Oscar Pool" in the…

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How BAFTA Predicts the Oscars, Plus Your Guide to the Oscar-Nominated Shorts 1:03:26

4M ago1:03:26

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It was yet another big weekend for Oppenheimer, but that's not the whole story out of London. Plus, if you want to win your Oscar pool, you've got to get the shorts right, and we watched them all. Join our first ever Oscar Pool! Email us at littlegoldmen@vf.com, and please put "Oscar Pool" in the subject line to register. (Subject to availability) …

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Interview: Sandra Hüller (Anatomy of a Fall) 25:53

4M ago25:53

25:53

David Canfield has talked to the best actress nominee several times this season, and catching up with her shortly after the Oscar nominees luncheon learned that she’s been pleasantly surprised by her big Hollywood breakthrough— and, of course, happy to be in the company of her celebrated costar, Messi the dog. Join our first ever Oscar Pool! Email …

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A Brand-New Oscar Category and the Questions That Come With It 52:22

4M ago52:22

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The Academy has added an Oscar for best casting, after years of lobbying — but what will a best casting Oscar actually look like? Plus, inside the DGA Awards and the Oscar nominees luncheon, and a look at the seemingly ever growing momentum around Anatomy of a Fall. Join our first ever Oscar Pool! Email us at littlegoldmen@vf.com, and please put "O…

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Interview: Mark Ruffalo (Poor Things) and Cord Jefferson (American Fiction) 1:02:37

4M ago1:02:37

1:02:37

First, Kara Warner talks to the Oscar-nominated star of Poor Things, who says his comic blowhard performance could be the first of many funny roles if anyone wants to cast him in one. Then American Fiction writer-director Cord Jefferson tells Katey Rich about how he had to get talked into witnessing his film’s blockbuster Toronto Film Festival prem…

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Box Office, Best Editing, and More Burning Oscar Questions 50:26

4M ago50:26

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A look ahead at the next major events of awards season, and then more listener questions! Can Poor Things get an Oscar boost as it thrives at the box office? Is Thelma Schoonmaker going to make history? And will the Oscars ever go back to February? Join our first ever Oscar Pool! Email us at littlegoldmen@vf.com, and please put "Oscar Pool" in the …

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Interview: Da'Vine Joy Randolph (The Holdovers) 28:33

5M ago28:33

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She's still not quite used to the term "Oscar nominee," but the Holdovers star is working on getting as many tickets as she can to the ceremony, reconnecting with the co-stars she spent 3 months "trapped in a blizzard" with, and making sure that whatever her next project is, she will surprise everybody. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsi…

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The Sundance Movies You’ll Be Hearing About All Year 48:55

5M ago48:55

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A look at the highlights of this year’s Sundance, including Oscar buzz for Kieran Culkin and a whole lot of docs to look out for. Plus listener questions about Cillian Murphy, Lily Gladstone, Oscar alternate universes, and more! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsinsider Email us at littlegoldmen@vf.com Follow our hosts: @kateyrich, @rilaw…

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Interview: Samy Burch and Alex Mechanik (May December) and Wim Wenders (Perfect Days) 56:42

5M ago56:42

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First, the writers of May December share their low key Oscar nominations day celebration and how growing up in a casting family gave Samy Burch unique insight on Hollywood. Then, the writer and director of international feature nominee Perfect Days looks back on the post-pandemic experiences that inspired the film, and why he feels optimistic about…

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Interview: Kemp Powers and Hailee Steinfeld (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse) 30:43

5M ago30:43

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One of the directors and one of the stars of the Oscar-nominated animated feature discuss how performances are built in the recording booth, how much it changed over the course of production, and how a world built to be a "mood ring" came alive for Steinfeld's Gwen Stacy. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsinsider Email us at littlegoldmen…

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The 2024 Oscar Nominations, Explained 51:02

5M ago51:02

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The already infamous Barbie snub, the surprising strength of American Fiction, and everything else you need to know about this year’s nominations. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsinsider Email us at littlegoldmen@vf.com Follow our hosts: @kateyrich, @rilaws, @beccamford, @davidcanfield97 Our editor and producer is Brett Fuchs.…

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Little Gold Men LIVE with Lily Gladstone, Jacqueline West, and Julie O’Keefe of Killers of the Flower Moon 57:59

5M ago57:59

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Our first-ever live show, discussing the Critics Choice Awards and the final days of Oscar voting. Plus, a conversation with the star, costume designer, and clothing consultant of Killers of the Flower Moon about the complex historical details and community effort that went into the film’s exquisite costumes. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfa…

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Interview: Julianne Moore (May December) and Jada Yuan (Author, Unleashing Oppenheimer) 56:33

5M ago56:33

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First, David Canfield catches up with the star of Todd Haynes's May December, who reflects on her decades of working with the director and the bond she's built on the campaign trail with her co-star, Charles Melton. Then, Katey Rich talks to Washington Post reporter Jada Yuan about her deeply personal connection to the Manhattan Project, and how th…

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Oscar Voters, Start Your Engines 54:34

5M ago54:34

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As Oscar voting begins, we look back at the results of the Golden Globes, the SAG nominations, the BAFTA longlist, and the buzz we're hearing about everything from The Zone of Interest to potential best supporting actor surprises. Plus, a look ahead at Monday's Emmy Awards. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsinsider Email us at littlegoldm…

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Interview: Paul Giamatti (The Holdovers) and Jon Batiste (American Symphony) 53:34

5M ago53:34

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First, the newly minted Golden Globe winner tells Katey Rich about how doing press for The Holdovers has forced him to look back over his career, and the part of winning awards he could absolutely do without. Then Jon Batiste reflects with Rebecca Ford on the extremely vulnerable process of making the documentary American Symphony, and the song he …

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Predicting the Golden Globes Winners (Or At Least Trying To) 48:22

6M ago48:22

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Will Oppenheimer and Barbie dominate? Will Charles Melton surprise? Will Taylor Swift be there?? We’ve got more questions than answers about this year's Golden Globes— but that’s what makes it fun! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsinsider Email us at littlegoldmen@vf.com Follow our hosts: @kateyrich, @rilaws, @beccamford, @davidcanfield9…

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Interview: Alma Poysti (Fallen Leaves) and America Ferrera (Barbie) 1:01:13

6M ago1:01:13

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David Canfield talks first with the star of the Finnish comedy, and surprise Golden Globe nominee, Alma Poysti, and then with the actress at the heart of 2023’s undeniably dominant film— Barbie star America Ferrera. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @vfawardsinsider Email us at littlegoldmen@vf.com Follow our hosts: @kateyrich, @rilaws, @beccamfor…

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