“Stranger Things” and “The Whale” star Sadie Sink talks about her role in the A24 drama, working with best actor contender Brendan Fraser and the latest news and theories on her hit series "Stranger Things" and if she thinks Max and Lucas (played by Caleb MacLaughlin) should end up together at the end. Also on this episode, we talk to Sink's co-star Hong Chau about her journey as an actor over the past 15 years. And the Awards Circuit roundtable talks about the premiere of James Cameron's "Avatar: The Way of Water" and if it has what it takes to sneak into the Oscar race, along with our reactions to the Golden Globe nominations.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sadie Sink (“The Whale”) and Hong Chau (“The Whale”)

"Variety Awards Circuit" podcast, hosted by Clayton Davis, Jenelle Riley, Jazz Tangcay and Michael Schneider (who produces), is your one-stop listen for lively conversations about the best in film and television. Each week "Awards Circuit" features interviews with top film and TV talent and creatives; discussions and debates about awards races and industry headlines; and much, much more. Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify or anywhere you download podcasts.

TV & Film

“The Gilded Age” star Morgan Spector discusses the difficulty of making his character still likeable while doing some despicable things. Also, “After Midnight” host Taylor Tomlinson talks about balancing her TV schedule with touring her stand-up.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Morgan Spector (“The Gilded Age”); Taylor Tomlinson (“After Midnight”)

“Everybody’s In L.A.” host John Mulaney discusses his perspectives on Los Angeles’ identity, his creative processes, whether he’s on Season 3 of “The Bear” and if he’d be willing to host the Oscars. Also, the Roundtable dissects the comedy acting Emmy categories.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Mulaney (“Everybody’s In L.A. with John Mulaney”)

“I’m a Virgo” star Jharrel Jerome discusses his initial reaction to his most unusual character, a 13-foot teenager, on the Amazon Prime Video series. Also, “Fargo” exec producer Noah Hawley talks about his show’s critically acclaimed Season 5, what’s next for him with “Alien” and more.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jharrel Jerome (“I’m a Virgo”); Noah Hawley (“Fargo”)

“Hacks” stars Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder discuss the huge twist at the end of the Max series’ Season 3 finale, and how that sets up a new dynamic between their characters heading into Season 4. Also on this episode, the Awards Circuit Roundtable looks at the contenders in this year’s drama acting categories,   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder (“Hacks”)

Comedian Ramy Youssef discusses the timing of his latest HBO standup special, “More Feelings,” and how the war in Gaza impacted it. Also on this episode, “Apples Never Fall” star Jake Lacy on his Peacock series’ tortured family dynamics.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sadie Sink (“The Whale”) and Hong Chau (“The Whale”)

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