Little Gold Men by Vanity Fair
610 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★ - 828 ratingsLittle Gold Men is the inside story of Hollywood, from awards shows and red-carpet premieres to the hard work and whisper campaigns that get people there. Weekly episodes feature obsessive, expert conversations about the best of television and film, with special guest appearances from stars, creators, and critics. LGM also dives deep into Oscar history, and offers insight into all the other awards that make up Hollywood’s continual dash toward glitz and glory. For more on Little Gold Men, visit vanityfair.com/podcast/little-gold-men
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Episodes
How Can Game of Thrones Stick the Landing?
August 17, 2017 15:57 - 43 minutesAs the current season winds down, and the series finale looms in the distance, we wonder if Game of Thrones can continue to be critic-proof to the very end. Plus conversations about The Killing of a Sacred Deer and Steven Soderbergh’s new movie Logan Lucky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How Can Game of Thrones Stick the Landing?
August 17, 2017 15:57 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MBAs the current season winds down, and the series finale looms in the distance, we wonder if Game of Thrones can continue to be critic-proof to the very end. Plus conversations about The Killing of a Sacred Deer and Steven Soderbergh’s new movie Logan Lucky.
Carrie Coon's Amazing Five Years
August 11, 2017 01:30 - 53 minutes - 24.7 MBEmmy-nominated actress Carrie Coon stops by to talk Leftovers, Fargo, and what's next.
Which Oscar-Winner Deserves a Comeback?
August 03, 2017 21:00 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBIn honor of Halle Berry's latest thriller, Mike, Joanna, and Richard discuss Oscar-winning actors who need a little boost.
The Curious Case of Ben Affleck’s Post-Oscar Career
July 27, 2017 04:00 - 41 minutes - 19 MBAmid rumors he won’t play Batman much longer, Ben Affleck seems a long way from the Oscar-winning director of Argo he was just five years ago. How did that happen, and what on earth is going on with Batman, anyway?
Can Dunkirk Hang In Through Oscar Season?
July 20, 2017 22:13 - 46 minutes - 21.2 MBChristopher Nolan’s war movie is beautiful and thrilling, but can it be an awards contender? Plus discussion of the Game of Thrones season premiere, the confusing state of Twin Peaks, and the controversial new project from the Game of Thrones creators.
The Emmy Nominations, Explained
July 13, 2017 21:40 - 30 minutes - 14 MBA look at the snubs and surprises of this year’s Emmy nominations, plus discussion of the new season of Game of Thrones and War for the Planet of the Apes.
A Hot Summer Afternoon Spent With Alec Baldwin
July 06, 2017 14:05 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MBAhead of Alec Baldwin's “One Night Only” special on Spike TV, Mike Hogan and producer Jordan Bell caught up with the actor and famed Donald Trump portrayer on one very warm New York afternoon.
The Best Movies and TV Shows of the Year So Far
June 29, 2017 17:35 - 57 minutes - 26.3 MBThe team discusses the highlights of the year in film and television, which includes Okja, the new film from Bong Joon-ho now on Netflix that stars Tilda Swinton, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Steven Yeun, who joins us for an interview about the film.
An Emmy Nominations Preview?
June 22, 2017 04:00 - 58 minutes - 26.8 MBThe Television Critics Association award nominations are out— do they tell us who the Emmy contenders will be as well? Plus a discussion about the shakeup on the Han Solo spinoff movie, and conversations with Stranger Things star David Harbour and Silicon Valley’s Zach Woods.
Summer’s Feel-Good Indie Hit Is Almost Here
June 15, 2017 04:00 - 48 minutes - 22 MBAfter winning over crowds at Sundance, the comedy The Big Sick is coming to theaters, and Richard Lawson talks to director Michael Showalter about bringing it to life. Plus more looks at the ongoing Emmys campaign season, including the awards hopes for Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Carrie Coon.
The Hollywood Events Even Crazier than Oscar Night
June 08, 2017 15:50 - 56 minutesIt’s June, which means it’s Emmy season— and the town is going crazier than ever in the pursuit of a different set of little gold statues. Plus: a conversation with The Mick star Kaitlin Olson, and some head-scratching at The Mummy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Hollywood Events Even Crazier than Oscar Night
June 08, 2017 15:50 - 53 minutes - 24.3 MBIt’s June, which means it’s Emmy season— and the town is going crazier than ever in the pursuit of a different set of little gold statues. Plus: a conversation with The Mick star Kaitlin Olson, and some head-scratching at The Mummy.
Is Wonder Woman Really the Best Superhero Movie Ever?
June 01, 2017 15:56 - 57 minutes - 26.2 MBWhy the Rotten Tomatoes score doesn’t tell you everything about the latest DC Movie. Plus a look back at Cannes, and a conversation with The Crown star Claire Foy.
The Triumphant Return of Twin Peaks
May 25, 2017 04:00 - 48 minutesA look inside the new Star Wars portfolio in Vanity Fair, one last dispatch from Cannes, and a celebration of the wonderfully weird Twin Peaks,now back on TV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Triumphant Return of Twin Peaks
May 25, 2017 04:00 - 45 minutes - 20.7 MBA look inside the new Star Wars portfolio in Vanity Fair, one last dispatch from Cannes, and a celebration of the wonderfully weird Twin Peaks,now back on TV.
Anthony Michael Hall's Stranger-than-Fiction Hollywood Story
May 18, 2017 14:04 - 46 minutesA conversation with the teen movie icon and star of the new Netflix drama War Machine. Plus a look ahead at the Cannes Film Festival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Anthony Michael Hall's Stranger-than-Fiction Hollywood Story
May 18, 2017 14:04 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MBA conversation with the teen movie icon and star of the new Netflix drama War Machine. Plus a look ahead at the Cannes Film Festival.
God Bless Goldie Hawn
May 11, 2017 04:00 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBA look at two new releases— Snatched and Alien: Covenant— the new season of the Netflix series Master of None, and the MTV Movie and TV Awards, which gave us all a look into How The Kids Think Now.
Are Horror Movies Awards Bait Now?
May 04, 2017 04:00 - 45 minutes - 21 MBRichard, Mike, and Joanna discuss the sudden resurgence of prestige horror, plus an interview with Underground creator Misha Green.
What Oscar Isaac and Christian Bale Like So Much About Each Other
April 27, 2017 04:00 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBA conversation with the co-stars of The Promise, plus a look at the potential WGA strike and a reflection on Jonathan Demme’s remarkable career.
What It's Like to Have Someone Play You on TV
April 20, 2017 04:31 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MBA conversation with Rebecca Skloot and Rose Byrne, who plays Rebecca Skloot in HBO's The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. Plus a look at this season of The Leftovers and the Tribeca Film Festival.
No One Makes Movies Like These Anymore…. Except James Gray
April 13, 2017 04:00 - 51 minutes - 23.8 MBThe director of Lost City of Z joins to discuss the passion (and possibly insanity) that drove him from New York City’s outer boroughs to the Bolivian jungle, and why he was so happy to come back. Plus discussion of the MTV Movie and TV Awards and Kathryn Bigelow’s Detroit.
The Reese vs. Nicole Battle Begins
April 06, 2017 04:07 - 42 minutes - 19.7 MBRichard, Joanna, and Mike discuss the Emmy-destined Big Little Lies. Plus: Anne Hathaway's monster movie and a look at some Cannes hopefuls.
The Reese vs. Nicole Battle Begins
April 06, 2017 04:07 - 46 minutesRichard, Joanna, and Mike discuss the Emmy-destined Big Little Lies. Plus: Anne Hathaway's monster movie and a look at some Cannes hopefuls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What’s Next for the Academy After Envelopegate?
March 30, 2017 04:00 - 55 minutes - 25.3 MBA dispatch from Rebecca Keegan on the Academy’s big meeting, a look at the Feud episodes all about the Oscars, and a moment to wonder if whitewashing has finally become bad business for Hollywood.
Why Some People Never Stop Chasing Oscars
March 23, 2017 22:26 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBWe welcome special guest David Sims, co-host of the Blank Check Podcast, to discuss Steven Spielberg's Oscar history and how he might win one more. Plus an early look at the Emmy best drama race.
The Movie That Proves Charlize Theron Can Do Anything
March 16, 2017 07:34 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MBFresh from SXSW, Joanna Robinson reveals which films to look forward to, and even a few with Oscar buzz! Plus discussion of Get Out, Personal Shopper, and Beauty and the Beast.
It’s Never Too Early to Predict the 2018 Oscars
March 09, 2017 21:36 - 46 minutes - 21.2 MBDecider’s Joe Reid joins us to share his 2018 Oscar predictions, and to look back at the predictions we all made together last year—we didn’t see Moonlight coming at all and were way too high on Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk.
How Moonlight Pulled Off the Best Picture Upset
March 02, 2017 09:03 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBDays after the Oscars, there’s still so much to discuss about the surprising best picture win, the history Moonlight made, and what changes might come after that big envelope-opening snafu.
BONUS EPISODE: The Morning-After Oscars Explainer
February 27, 2017 20:30 - 34 minutes - 15.7 MBHow did Moonlight beat La La Land? What on earth happened with the envelopes? Who was partying with Vanity Fair after? That and much more, explained.
Backstage at the Oscars
February 24, 2017 06:55 - 48 minutes - 33 MBVF’s Hollywood Correspondent Rebecca Keegan has been on a fly on the wall backstage at the Oscars for years, and joins to share her stories from inside. Plus, our final Oscar predictions, for best director and best picture.
Inside the Vanity Fair Oscar Party
February 23, 2017 07:12 - 28 minutes - 13.3 MBWhat really happens when you get a lot of famous people in one room? In the Limelight co-host Julie Miller shares stories from inside the famous soiree. Plus, discussion of the animated short film nominees and predictions for best actor and actress.
Who Will Win the First Oscars of the Night?
February 22, 2017 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBThe supporting actor and actress Oscar categories, typically handed out early in the broadcast, are your best chance to see major movie stars without staying up too late. We predict those categories, and also discuss the live-action short nominees. OSCAR WEEK GIVEAWAY || Leave us a review on iTunes for a chance to win a Blu-ray set of four Best Picture nominees: Moonlight, Manchester by the Sea, Hell or High Water, and Hacksaw Ridge. Please include your Twitter handle in your iTune...
When Taraji P. Henson Does All Your Oscar Campaigning For You
February 21, 2017 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBTed Melfi is nominated for two Oscars this year, but as the co-writer and director of Hidden Figures, he’s been happy to let stars like Taraji P. Henson take center stage. Plus, the beginning of our Oscar predictions!
The Oscar Nominees Most Likely to Break Your Heart
February 20, 2017 05:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBThe documentary short films category can be difficult to predict, but includes some of the best films in the running. We discuss these heartbreakers, and also talk to Roger Ross Williams, director of the Oscar-nominated feature documentary Life, Animated.
The Feud That Will Help You Survive Your Post-Oscars Hangover
February 16, 2017 06:40 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBWith Oscar voting in full swing, we discuss the results of the BAFTA awards and make a few last-minute pleas to voters. Then we get an advance look at the TV addiction of the spring, Ryan Murphy’s Feud.
La La Land Is Poised to Make Oscar History
February 09, 2017 07:00 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MBAfter winning a Directors Guild Award over the weekend, La La Land director Damien Chazelle seems ready to become the youngest best director Oscar winner in history. Can anything stop him? Plus, the annual Oscar nominee group photo: http://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2017/02/emma-stone-ryan-gosling-oscar-nominees-class-photo-2017
What Happens When Awards Season and Politics Collide
February 02, 2017 09:31 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MBWith Hollywood fired up and angrier than ever in the early days of the Trump administration, what does the next month of red carpets have in store? Plus, our interview with the filmmakers of the Oscar-nominated short documentary The White Helmets.
Inside the 2017 Vanity Fair Hollywood Issue
January 26, 2017 13:00 - 34 minutes - 15.6 MBThe annual tradition of gathering Hollywood’s best and brightest has continued with this year’s Hollywood Issue, and Vanity Fair’s executive west coast editor Krista Smith joins to give us a look behind the scenes of the biggest photo shoot of the year. See all of the past Hollywood Issue covers at: http://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/photos/2012/03/hollywood-cover-timeline-slideshow-201203
BONUS EPISODE: What We Learned from the Oscar Nominations
January 24, 2017 20:26 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBThe gang gathers from three different time zones to hash out this year’s Oscar nominations, including the snubs (Amy Adams!), the surprises (Michael Shannon!), and the truly inexplicable (Oscar nominee Suicide Squad!).
What's Already Different About This Year's Oscars
January 19, 2017 07:19 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MBA look ahead at next week's Oscar nominations announcement, plus an interview with Captain Fantastic writer/director Matt Ross.
How Andrew Garfield Learned to Stop Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places
January 12, 2017 05:31 - 44 minutes - 20.6 MBThe star of Hacksaw Ridge and Silence addresses his viral Golden Globes moment, how he learned to handle fame, and what he learned about self-loathing from Mike Nichols. Plus a look at the Golden Globes winners and the latest in Oscar buzz.
What to Expect at the Golden Globes
January 05, 2017 05:43 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MBWith the first major televised awards show of the season coming, we predict the upsets and the viral moments, plus a look at the box office hits that emerged over the holiday.
The Best Movies of 2016
December 29, 2016 18:29 - 37 minutes - 17.2 MBWe discuss Richard Lawson’s top 10 list and our own picks for the best films of the year—plus one can’t-miss TV show.
How Hollywood Will Spend Its Christmas Vacation
December 22, 2016 05:00 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBAs the industry shuts down for a holiday break and digs into their piles of screeners, we predict where the season’s buzz is headed—and which films will benefit most from the awards nominations thus far.
Understanding the Golden Globes and SAG Nominations
December 15, 2016 05:00 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBWhy Octavia Spencer is suddenly in the club but Annette Bening might not be. Plus, there's a new Star Wars movie!
Understanding the Golden Globes and SAG Nominations
December 15, 2016 05:00 - 34 minutesWhy Octavia Spencer is suddenly in the club but Annette Bening might not be. Plus, there's a new Star Wars movie! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Big Oscar Season Problem No One Is Talking About
December 08, 2016 05:00 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MBNew critics’ awards and the upcoming Golden Globes give us lots of Oscar buzz to discuss. But first, we address the situation with Casey Affleck, whose best actor campaign doesn’t seem hampered by sexual assault allegations...but should it be?
How to Understand Critic’s Awards
December 02, 2016 05:00 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MBWith a slew of critic’s groups and other groups handing out the first awards of the year, we take a look at what it all means, which titles have emerged on top, and how the box office might make more of a difference than anything else.