On today’s episode of the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley sits down with Tramell Tillman, the Emmy-nominated actor best known for his role as Seth Milchick in the Apple TV+ series, ‘Severance.’ Audiences may also recognize Tillman from his early stage work and his television roles in shows like ‘Godfather of Harlem’ and ‘Dietland.’ More recently, he took a leap onto the big screen to star alongside Tom Cruise in ‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning.’ In our conversation, we talk with Tillman about his favorite moments from ‘Severance,’ as well as what he hopes to see for his character in season three. Check out all episodes of ‘Severance’ available now on Apple TV+, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, we sit down with Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor Alan Cumming. Last year, Cumming won Outstanding Host at the Primetime Emmy Awards for his work on the viral mega-hit reality competition series ‘The Traitors.’ Cumming spoke with us about the joy he gets from being tagged on social media in at-home games, and why he has always considered himself an actor first rather than a movie star—even while delivering plenty of performance flair on ‘The Traitors’ stage. Tune in to our conversation with Alan Cumming and be sure to check out all seasons of ‘The Traitors’ streaming now on Peacock, and we’ll see you on our next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, we talk with Emmy-nominated actress, writer, and producer Zoë Kravitz. Fresh off the release of her directorial debut ‘Blink Twice,’ Kravitz has been cast and nominated for her guest starring role, playing a version of herself on Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg’s Apple TV+ series ‘The Studio.’ ‘The Studio’ skewers Hollywood while also offering a sharp, accurate look at the state of the studio system in the modern era. In her episode, Kravitz’s character is on the verge of accepting her first major award for a film. Listen in for the rest of our chat, in which Kravitz shares how she was first approached to join the project, how she navigated playing herself, and why she believes the show resonates so strongly with both audiences and industry veterans. Check out all episodes of ‘The Studio’ available now on AppleTV+, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today’s episode of the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley chats with the hilarious Ike Barinholtz, whom you can currently see in ‘The Studio.’ In the series, Barinholtz plays Sal Saperstein, the mercurial cocaine-using right-hand man to Seth Rogen’s Matt Remick, the newly appointed head of Continental Studios. Tune in as Barinholtz talks about the difficult yet fun way the series is shot, his favorite celebrity cameo so far, and how his improv training prepared him as an actor to commit to any situation. Check out ‘The Studio,’ which was just renewed for a second season on AppleTV+, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley chats with Oscar-nominated actor Brian Tyree Henry to talk about his gripping new series, ‘Dope Thief.’ In the show, Henry stars as Ray Driscoll, a reformed drug dealer who teams up with his childhood friend Manny (Wagner Moura) to impersonate DEA agents — with violent consequences. In their conversation, Henry shares how he got involved with the project, what it was like collaborating with legendary creatives Peter Craig and Ridley Scott, and the unexpected bonds he formed with the cast. Check out all eight episodes of ‘Dope Thief’ streaming now on AppleTV+, and we’ll see you at the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley sits down with Charlie Vickers, who plays the evil-incarnate antagonist Sauron in the Prime Video series ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.’ In their conversation, Vickers, who didn’t know he was set to portray Sauron when he was first cast, shares that he had an “inkling” that there was something more to his original character of Halbrand that he couldn’t wait to explore further. Listen in as Vickers talks about which stunts from the show he enjoys performing the most, what it’s like filming the series on the massive sets in New Zealand and the UK, and what fans can expect from Sauron in season 3. Check out both seasons of ‘Rings of Power’ available now on Prime Video, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley is joined by Emmy Award-winning actor Jon Hamm, star of the hit AppleTV+ show ‘Your Friends & Neighbors.’ In the series, Hamm plays Andrew Cooper, the down-on-his-luck former hedge fund manager who resorts to robbing his friends (and neighbors) in order to maintain his family’s expensive lifestyle in the upscale suburbs just outside New York City. Tune in as Hamm shares how the show’s sharp writing and standout ensemble cast helped shape its darkly compelling tone. Later, he opens up about the responsibilities of leading a series and reveals his first reaction to seeing ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ on the big screen. Check out all nine episodes of the first season of ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ available now on AppleTV+, and we’ll see you at the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley sits down with rock legend Bono to discuss the film version of his one-man show, ‘Bono: Stories of Surrender,’ now streaming on Apple TV+. In this intimate documentary, Bono trades the grand spectacle of U2 concerts for a minimalist stage—just four chairs and raw, personal storytelling. He reflects on his childhood, his father’s deep love for music, and the heartbreaking loss of his mother, offering fans an unfiltered glimpse into his life. Tune in as Bono opens up about shedding the rockstar persona to connect with audiences in a whole new way, and we’ll see you on the next stop of the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today’s episode of the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley chats with the always entertaining Nick Kroll, co-creator and star of the animated series ‘Big Mouth,’ whose final season is available now on Netflix. Over the course of its 8-season run, Nick Kroll has voiced over 80 characters from the adorable adolescent Nick Birch to the aggressively cunning Maurice the Hormone Monster. Tune in as Kroll talks about what it was like working with some of the funniest people on ‘Big Mouth,’ reveals how his Comedy Central sketch show got the attention of auteur filmmaker Jeff Nichols, and teases some of his many projects coming out later this year. Check out all 8 seasons of ‘Big Mouth’ available now, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley sits down with Broadway legend Patti LuPone to talk about her role as Lilia Calderu, the divine Sicilian witch who’s enlisted by Agatha Harkness to accompany her down the Witches’ Road. In their conversation, LuPone, who has been performing on Broadway for over five decades, jokes about not knowing where her career was headed when she got an unexpected call from Marvel to join the series. Listen in as LuPone breaks down her career from ‘Evita’ to ‘Agatha,’ praises some of her favorite Broadway performers, and teases what’s next for her career. Check out all episodes of ‘Agatha All Along’ available now on Disney+, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley sits down with prolific producer, actor, and writer Peter Berg whose limited series ‘American Primeval’ has been topping the most popular TV charts on Netflix since its release in January. The Western series, which was created and written by ‘The Revenant’ writer Mark L. Smith, features a mother (Betty Gilpin) and her son (Preston Mota) navigating the harsh landscape as they venture across the American West in search of a better life. Listen in as Berg talks about the grueling shoot that ran for 130 days in remote New Mexico locations, what he learned from the massive success that was ‘Friday Night Lights,’ and what we can expect from his upcoming Rihanna music documentary. Check out all episodes of ‘American Primeval’ now on Netflix, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley chats with poet, comedian, author, and screenwriter Tim Key about his new project ‘The Ballad of Wallis Island.’ The film, which is based on the BAFTA-nominated short film ‘The One and Only Herb McGwyer Plays Wallis Island’ written and starring Key from 17 years prior, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year to rave reviews. You can also catch Key in the sci-fi black comedy ‘Mickey 17’ alongside Robert Pattinson. Listen in as Key talks about the process of adapting a short film into a feature, what it was like working alongside Oscar-nominated actress Carey Mulligan, and the subtle differences between being on the set of the indie-darling ‘Wallis Island’ and the big-budget ‘Mickey 17’ directed by Bong Joon Ho. Check out ‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ in theaters now, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley chats with Oscar-nominated actress Amanda Seyfried about her new Peacock series ‘Long Bright River.’ In the show, Seyfried plays a police officer who patrols a Philadelphia neighborhood hit hard by the opioid crisis. The Pennsylvania-native actress discusses how, after reading the script, she immediately sensed a connection to the character of ‘Mickey’ and felt compelled to tell this story. Tune in as Seyfried also talks about how she chooses her projects, what it was like to work with the incomparable Paul Feig in ‘The Housemaid’ (releasing later this year), and which cult classic movies should be turned into musicals. Check out all episodes of ‘Long Bright River’ streaming now on Peacock, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour Podcast our Host Jacqueline Coley sits down with Oscar nominated actor Paul Mescal to discuss his latest turn as Lucious in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator 2. In his first major big budget adaptation he demonstrates why many in Hollywood are calling him this generation’s next major movie star. During their chat Jacqueline revisits some his earlier work as well as an impressive crop of upcoming projects. He also let us know about what it was like work with Denzel Washington and Ridley Scott and why many of the Irish actors making waves in America a stay close bunch. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley chats with Oscar-winning producer, director, and writer Barry Jenkins, who’s not only busy promoting his Disney blockbuster ‘Mufasa: The Lion King,’ but is also excited to talk about ‘The Fire Inside,’ starring Ryan Destiny and Brian Tyree Henry, which he wrote. ‘The Fire Inside’ is based on the true story of Olympian boxer Claressa Shields who, despite finding success early on, still struggled with the realities of living in poverty-stricken Flint, Michigan. Listen in as Jenkins discusses how to stay true to yourself as an artist in the face of success and how he chooses his projects based on his personal connections to the stories he wants to tell. Grab your tickets to see ‘The Fire Inside’ in theaters now on Fandango, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley sits down with Oscar-nominated producer, director, and writer Denis Villeneuve, who’s busy this awards season promoting his current project ‘Dune: Part Two.’ Both a hit with the critics and a box office smash, ‘Dune: Part Two’ had Villeneuve directing an incredible cast including the likes of Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Austin Butler, and Florence Pugh. Tune in as Villeneuve discusses what it was like taking on the monumental task of adapting Frank Herbert’s legendary novel, how difficult it was to keep Anya Taylor-Joy’s role a secret throughout filming, and when we can expect production on ‘Dune: Messiah’ to begin. Be sure to check out ‘Dune: Part Two’ now available on Fandango at Home, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, our host Jacqueline Coley sits down with award-winning actor and director Joan Chen, who stars in the 2024 Sundance Film Festival critical darling ‘Dìdi' as a Taiwanese immigrant mother to a fiery 13-year-old boy trying to navigate life and friendship in the suburbs of northern California. Written and directed by Sean Wang, ‘Dìdi’ tackles family dynamics, racism, and middle school growing pains all during the early stages of YouTube and social media. Listen in as Chen discusses how she got involved with ‘Dìdi,’ including receiving a heartfelt letter directly from Wang, how her character mirrored her own experience of raising first-generation American children, and what’s next in her already legendary career. Be sure to check out ‘Dìdi’ now available on Fandango at Home, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, our host Jacqueline Coley chatted with the four-time Academy Award-winning director, producer, and writer Alfonso Cuarón about his first ever television project, ‘Disclaimer,’ which is out now on Apple TV+. ‘Disclaimer’ is a 7-part psychological thriller about a journalist (Cate Blanchett) who receives a novel in the mail and discovers the author may be revealing secrets she had long tried to forget. The rest of this all-star cast is rounded out with stellar performances by Kevin Kline, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Lesley Manville, and Sacha Baron Cohen. Tune in to hear our chat with Cuarón about how he developed this show for Apple, including treating ‘Disclaimer’ as one long movie and not writing it as “episodic television,” how Blanchett was fervently involved in the producing process, even going so far as to cast her co-stars, and how Cuarón loves to trick his audience with contradicting narratives. We do cover spoilers for ‘Disclaimer’ in this episode so please watch the show prior, and we’ll see you on the next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, our host Jacqueline Coley sits down with the four-time Academy Award nominated actor Saoirse Ronan, who, at just 30 years of age, has already become a frequent face at awards shows and tops the call sheet for some of the most captivating and impactful films of the past 20 years. After her impressive Oscar-nominated start in Joe Wright's ‘Atonement,’ the Irish actress has since gone on to work with some of the most eclectic filmmakers, including Greta Gerwig, Peter Jackson, and Wes Anderson. This time, we're sitting down with Ronan to chat about the two Oscar-hopeful performances she has in contention this year. In the Sundance favorite ‘The Outrun,’ which she also produced, she plays a young writer in a battle against alcohol addiction, trying to turn her life around. In ‘Blitz,’ she plays the mother to a young mixed-race boy on an odyssey-like adventure, trying to find his way back to her after he is shipped away at the height of the London Blitz during World War II. Directed by Oscar winner Steve McQueen, ‘Blitz’ finds Ronan in familiar and unfamiliar territory; familiar as she's receiving rave reviews for her dynamic performance, and unfamiliar as she, for the first time in her career, plays a mother desperate to find her son. In our chat, Ronan talked about how she approached her first “mom” turn after years of work as a child actress. We also spoke about what it's like venturing into award seasons with many of her filmmaker friends expecting to join her, and if she may step into the director’s chair sometime soon. Continue to listen to our conversation with Saoirse Ronan, and we'll see you at our next stop on the Awards Tour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the Awards Tour podcast, our host Jacqueline Coley chatted with Alex Wolff, the multi-talented actor, director, and musician who plays Tom Backster, a ‘brother’ of the prestigious KNA fraternity in his new thriller, ‘The Line.’ Wolff’s impressive acting career has involved working with some top filmmakers including Christopher Nolan, M. Night Shyamalan, and Ari Aster. When he’s not starring in indie dramas or huge blockbusters like this summer’s ‘A Quiet Place: Day One,’ Wolff can be seen as the opening act for Billie Eilish on tour. Tune in to hear how Wolff chooses the projects he’s involved with, how he approaches his characters in his films, and what’s on the docket for his next directorial venture. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.