Oscar-nominated "Weapons" star Amy Madigan and “Sentimental Value” star Stellan Skarsgård. Also, the Roundtable discusses this weekend’s BAFTA awards.

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The Awards Circuit Roundtable debates whether bad Bunny pulled off the second-best Super Bowl halftime show ever. Also, we remember James Van Der Beek, we recap the Oscars Nominees Luncheon and the DGA Awards, and we look ahead at the current state of the Oscar race. And Oscar nominee Inga ibsdotter Lilleaas talks about her supporting actress nod for the film “Sentimental Value.”

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The Awards Circuit Roundtable recaps some of the highlights of this year’s Grammy Awards, starting with Lauryn Hill’s triumphant tribute to Roberta Flack and D’Angelo. Also, we look at this week’s DGA Awards and what’s to come as the Awards Season moves closer to the Oscars. And Oscar nominee Robert Kaplow talks about his screenplay to the film “Blue Moon.”

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"The Secret Agent" star Wagner Moura and “Sinners” cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw on their Oscar nominations. Also, the Roundtable discusses the BAFTA nominations and the new Television Academy category, Outstanding Variety Series.

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Oscar nominations are in, and “Sinners” landed a record 16 nominations — surprising some, but not Variety’s Clayton Davis, who called it. The Variety Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable team looks at this year’s nominations, and some of the real surprises and snubs (and explains why “Wicked For Good” got a goose egg). “One Battle After Another” may still be a frontrunner, but we have ourselves a real Oscar race!

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Oscar voting is about to come to an end, and the question about which films and performances will dominate this year’s Academy Award nominations is still up in the air. The Variety Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable team gathered to dissect the state of the race, how the Golden Globes results affected voting, and whether any snubs or surprises are lurking in the wings.

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Alexander Skarsgård (“Pillion”) on earning acclaim for a daring performance in a small British indie film tackling subject matter most studios avoid, while director Kaouther Ben Hania (“The Voice of Hind Rajab”) on watching her film reach new audiences as awards season unfolds and how she remains focused on ensuring Hind Rajab’s voice is not forgotten. Also, the Roundtable dissects the SAG-AFTRA Actor Awards, while giving final predictions for this weekend’s Golden Globes.

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“Superman” director and DC Studios co-head James Gunn discusses his process of making the blockbuster, why he’ll never chase prestige projects and what to expect from the follow-up film “Man of Tomorrow.” Also, Kate Winslet talks about her directorial debut with “Goodbye June,” working with her son and what she wants to do next.

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The Oscars are moving to YouTube in 2029, and the Roundtable gives its perspectives — and the pros and cons — on the surprise news. Also, we pay tribute to the late acting and directing legend Rob Reiner. Later, “Wicked For Good” star Cynthia Erivo talks about hanging up the broomstick and why this was the most challenging production of her career. And “Song Sung Blue” director Craig Brewer talks about making his latest film and carrying on John Singleton’s legacy.

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“One Battle After Another” cements its frontrunner status as the Golden Globes nominations were announced — but here are a few more surprises and takeaways. Also, “The Testament of Ann Lee” star Amanda Seyfried talks about juggling family life with awards season, the film’s exploration of trauma and grief, and the status of “Mamma Mia 3.” Later, Elle Fanning talks about her role in “Sentimental Value,” as well as working on her next project with her sister, Dakota.

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