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The Awardist

The Awardist

By: Entertainment Weekly
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 Buckle up, it's time to turn on the TV for Emmys season! And, of course, Entertainment Weekly’s The Awardist podcast has you covered. From the early contenders to the unexpected gems, we are discussing it all. Join EW’s editorial director Gerrad Hall, and his opinionated co-hosts every Thursday to keep up with the long road to TV's biggest night. This season is packed with interviews with Sterling K. Brown, Jean Smart, Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, and so much more. Participate in our weekly polls on @EW on instagram and don't miss our EW Hot takes and "Oughta Get A Nod" advocacy picks every episode. The Awardist drops every Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts, and visit ew.com/theawardist for more. Follow The Awardist now so you don’t miss a thing.© 2025 Entertainment Weekly Inc. All rights reserved. Art Entertainment & Performing Arts
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  • ‘Nobody Wants This’ stars Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, Diddy trial obsession

    ‘Nobody Wants This’ stars Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, Diddy trial obsession
    May 22 2025
    Kristen Bell and Adam Brody quickly became a TV ‘it couple’ thanks to their Netflix comedy series ‘Nobody Wants This’ — they’re looking back on the first season, from the instant success to that ‘greatest kiss of all time’ and character dynamics, and teasing what’s to come in season 2. Plus, Awardist host Gerrad Hall and EW critic Kristen Baldwin break down the lead and supporting comedy actor categories, and remember ‘Cheers’ star George Wendt, who died this week at age 76. And we discuss the obsession over celebrity court cases, like the current one involving Diddy, and reveal the results of our weekly Instagram poll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • 'Matlock' stars Kathy Bates and Skye P. Marshall, why an 'Andor' actress should get an Emmy nomination

    'Matlock' stars Kathy Bates and Skye P. Marshall, why an 'Andor' actress should get an Emmy nomination
    May 15 2025
    After becoming the No. 1 new series of the 2024-2025 season, 'Matlock' stars Kathy Bates and Skye P. Marshall join Awardist host Gerrad Hall for an insightful and fun conversation about the new series — from Olympia's interrogation of a now busted Matty to all those clues we missed and Matty getting high. Plus, Gerrad and EW critic Kristen Baldwin break down the success of the series and why it works, as well as the series' chances for Emmys. EW editorial director Dalton Ross and sr. writer Maureen Lee Lenker stump for an 'Andor' actress they think oughta get a nod. And we reveal the results of our weekly Instagram poll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • 'Agatha All Along' stars Kathryn Hahn and Patti Lupone, inside the lead/supporting comedy actress categories

    'Agatha All Along' stars Kathryn Hahn and Patti Lupone, inside the lead/supporting comedy actress categories
    May 8 2025
    'Agatha All Along' stars Kathryn Hahn and Patti Lupone join Awardist host Gerrad Hall for a laugh-filled look back on their Marvel series — chatting about everything from understanding comics lore to those dropping swords, deaths, what it was like watching the 'Ballad of the Witches' Road' blow up, and more. Plus, Gerrad and EW critic Kristen Baldwin breakdown the very competitive lead and supporting comedy actress categories, Kristen advocates for a drama actress she thinks oughta get a nod, and the results of our weekly Instagram poll asking EW followers their favorite TV witch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    54 mins

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