The Awardist

Latest Episodes:

Matt Berry of "What We Do in the Shadows" on the scene that made him go weak in the knees Aug 18, 2020

Show notes

EW's Kristen Baldwin interviews Matt Berry of "What We Do in the Shadows" about his favorite running gags on the show, working with an idol of his in Mark Hamill, his strategy for improvising lines on set, the number one rule for performing comedy songs, how he is similar to Jemaine Clement, whether he would be in favor of a Jackie Daytona spinoff, and much more.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Holland Taylor of "Hollywood" on how she'd like to be more like Ellen Kincaid / A Female-Centric Year of Nominations Aug 11, 2020

Show notes

EW's Sarah Rodman and Kristen Baldwin break down a strong year for female-driven shows earning nominations, how the Academy has stepped up in terms of Black nominees, and where the Emmys still need to improve when it comes to inclusion. Then Sarah talks to Holland Taylor of "Hollywood" in a wide-ranging conversation about her "Bosom Buddies" past, why she wishes she was more like her "Hollywood" character Ellen Kincaid, reuniting with Dylan McDermott, and all about her new puppy. Plus, she reveals the story behind a famous Emmy moment!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breaking Down the Emmy Nominations Jul 29, 2020

Show notes

EW's Sarah Rodman and Kristen Baldwin break down the newly-announced nominees in the top categories for the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards. Sarah and Kristen discuss the most offensive snubs, the biggest surprises, rave about their favorites, and make their expert predictions regarding who is in the best position to take home trophies.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cate Blanchett on the "incredibly isolating" experience of playing Phyllis Schlafly in "Mrs. America" / Outstanding Limited Series Jul 13, 2020

Show notes

EW's Sarah Rodman and Kristen Baldwin discuss the contenders for the Outstanding Limited Series category. Then Sarah interviews Cate Blanchett of "Mrs. America," and they discuss: how Cate approached playing a character ideologically opposed to herself, using quarantine to investigate how to erase her identity, getting her fake teeth stuck on John Slattery's fake teeth, why she found playing Phyllis Schlafly "incredibly isolating," and what she learned from that isolation. EW would love your feedback on our podcasts and what else you're listening to right now. Go to ewpoll.com to tell us more.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

D'Arcy Carden's emotional reaction to the finale of "The Good Place" & Manny Jacinto shares his mementos / Outstanding Lead Actress & Actor in a Comedy Series Jul 10, 2020

Show notes

EW's Sarah Rodman and Kristen Baldwin delve into the potential contenders for Outstanding Lead Actress & Actor in a Comedy Series. Then Sarah interviews D'Arcy Carden of "The Good Place" to discuss: the experience of playing her castmates' characters, the brilliance of Ted Danson, her favorite version of Janet to play, her emotional response to the finale, and more. To wrap up the show, Sarah talks to Manny Jacinto about who he tried to crack up most on the set of "The Good Place," Jason's moments of accidental wisdom, the stress of his dance number in the finale, plus he shares some mementos from the show. EW would love your feedback on our podcasts and what else you're listening to right now. Go to ewpoll.com to tell us more.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Regina King on challenging revisionist history in "Watchmen" & Jean Smart on the big, blue elephant in the room / Outstanding Lead Actress & Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Jul 07, 2020

Show notes

EW's Sarah Rodman and Kristen Baldwin analyze the very competitive races in the categories of Outstanding Lead Actress & Actor in a Limited Series or Movie. Then Sarah talks to Regina King of "Watchmen" about the show's big end-of-season cliffhanger, how important it was that the first superhero in the show's universe was a Black man, the scene that Don Johnson was most nervous to shoot, and more. Then Kristen chats with Jean Smart of "Watchmen" about wanting to be a comedian, Laurie's trauma, the "big, blue elephant in the room," her amazing trap door scene with Frances Fisher, and more. EW would love your feedback on our podcasts and what else you're listening to right now. Go to ewpoll.com to tell us more.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nicole Kidman's secret language & Bob Odenkirk on the most physically difficult shoot of his performing career / Outstanding Drama Series Jun 30, 2020

Show notes

EW's Sarah Rodman and Kristen Baldwin start off by breaking down the crowded race for Outstanding Drama Series. Next, Kristen chats with Nicole Kidman about how she approached Celeste's new circumstances on the latest season of "Big Little Lies," the fear of having to slap Meryl Streep on screen, her family's secret language, and more. Kristen rounds out the show with a conversation with Bob Odenkirk of "Better Call Saul" about the most physically difficult shoot of his performing career, how he drew from the experience of getting mugged, playing Jimmy vs. playing Saul, Gene's fate, and more.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matthew Macfadyen on trying not to crack up while shooting "Succession" / Outstanding Lead Actress & Actor in a Drama Series Jun 23, 2020

Show notes

EW's Sarah Rodman and Kristen Baldwin discuss the super-competitive races in the categories of Outstanding Actress & Actor in a Drama Series. Then Sarah interviews Matthew Macfadyen of "Succession" and "Quiz" about what it's like to play the "slightly competent" Tom Wambsgans, why he and Nicholas Braun (AKA Cousin Greg) call each other the night before each scene they have together, Kendall's famous rap, his experience shooting "Quiz," and what he's been watching in quarantine.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ted Danson on how "The Good Place" made him a better person / Outstanding Comedy Series Jun 16, 2020

Show notes

EW's Sarah Rodman and Kristen Baldwin start off Season 5 of The Awardist with a bang, jumping into a discussion about the packed Outstanding Comedy Series race, and some Emmy trivia. Plus, Sarah interviews Ted Danson of "The Good Place" about its touching finale, how being a part of the show helped him become a better person, the Danson legacy, a family story about a trip to the Amazon, and more.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emmy Season 2020: Coming June 16th! Jun 10, 2020

Show notes

Starting June 16th, The Awardist is BACK to bring you sizzling takes and juicy interviews as we dive into Emmy Season 2020! We're serving up conversations with some of your favorite actors on TV, like: Ted Danson, Nicole Kidman, Regina King, Cate Blanchett, D'Arcy Carden, Manny Jacinto, and plenty of others! Plus in depth discussions about who we think will (and should) win, Emmy trivia, and more!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices