Little Gold Men by Vanity Fair

Richard is joined by a panel of Broadway experts to debate this theater season’s most pressing questions. Will Audra McDonald win her seventh Tony, or will young upstart Nicole Scherzinger beat her out? Can anyone beat Sarah Snook? And just what, exactly, is BOOP? Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The newly minted BAFTA winner talks her ‘Industry’ breakthrough, Harry Lawtey’s exit from the series, and the backlash to her Amy Winehouse biopic: “It’s difficult to be in the spotlight when it’s not all rainbows and sunshine.” Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

David speaks with Brian Tyree Henry who stars as Ray Driscoll in the Apple TV+ series “Dope Thief,” which has led Brian to his first executive producer credit. They discuss the unique challenges and opportunities of being an EP, his desire to push past his iconic role as Paper Boi in “Atlanta,” and how his Oscar nomination affected his self-perception as an artist. To join Little Gold Men's Book Club, please vote on our summer reading list here. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Back from Cannes, David and Richard chat with Rebecca about the biggest winners of the festival, including Palme d'Or winner 'It Was Just an Accident'. They also examine what this might mean for the coming Oscar season, including if Jennifer Lawrence still has a chance after being snubbed for the best actress prize. Plus, they highlight a few new TV shows worth checking out as Emmy eligibility ends. To join Little Gold Men's Book Club, please vote on our summer reading list here. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

It's the final day of our Cannes daily episodes, and we're wrapping things up by looking at the biggest sales of the festival (so far). Then, Richard and David make their Palme d'Or predictions, and they also share with Rebecca which films and actors have the best chance for Oscar season runs later this year. To join Little Gold Men's Book Club, please vote on our summer reading list here. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Richard reveals if his sky-high expectations for Joachim Trier's 'Sentimental Value' were met (or exceeded!), and David and Richard also let Rebecca know how 'The History of Sound,' starring Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor, played at Cannes. Plus, they answer a few mailbag questions including why exactly Cannes press conferences can be so awkward. To join Little Gold Men's Book Club, please vote on our summer reading list here. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

David and Richard catch Rebecca up on the premiere of 'Highest 2 Lowest', which included a surprise Palme d'Or honor for the film's star Denzel Washington -- along with some red carpet drama. Then they discuss the tepid reactions for 'Titane' filmmaker Julia Ducournau's new film 'Alpha'. To join Little Gold Men's Book Club, please vote on our summer reading list here. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

David and Richard take a few moments before their head out to another red carpet premiere at Cannes to give Rebecca a call to talk about the latest screenings at the fest. They first discuss Wes Anderson's 'The Phoenician Scheme', before diving deep on some of the high-profile celebrity directorial debuts that have hit the Croisette. And they reveal which director -- Kristen Stewart, Scarlett Johansson, or Harris Dickinson -- pleasantly surprised them with their skills behind the camera. To join Little Gold Men's Book Club, please vote on our summer reading list here. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Rebecca gives David and Richard a call to hear all about their first few days at the Cannes Film Festival, where they were both blown away by Jennifer Lawrence's performance in 'Die, My Love'. They also recap the mixed reception for some of the other early debuts, and share why Ari Aster's 'Eddington' has been so divisive. This week, Little Gold Men will be bringing you daily episodes from Cannes, so check back in for more tomorrow. To join Little Gold Men's Book Club, please vote on our summer reading list here. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The Cannes Film Festival has officially begun! David, Richard, and Rebecca answer some listener questions, explaining the festival's strange ticketing system and analyzing how past jury presidents have made this Palme d'Or picks. Plus, Richard and Rebecca share some of their favorite past Cannes memories. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

David speaks with Martin Short about his award-winning Only Murders in The Building role, acting alongside Meryl Streep, and his decades-long friendship with Steve Martin. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

David, Richard, and Rebecca answer some Emmys mailbag questions, from category fraud accusations to the (slim) possibility of a broadcast show resurgence. Then, they discuss The Studio's Golden Globes episode and how close it feels to real life. Plus, Rebecca chats with Seth Rogen about the episode's biggest cameo and why he loves to give awards shows a hard time as a presenter. To join Little Gold Men's Book Club, please vote on our summer reading list here. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

This week, VF's Senior Hollywood Correspondent Anthony Breznican joins the show for a deep dive into Andor's widely acclaimed second and final season, and later, star Adria Arjona talks about her character's major turning point at the season's midpoint. Plus, Rebecca breaks down her reporting on the slew of new Oscar rules announced last week, and the hosts dig into the starry new additions to the Cannes Film Festival lineup. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

This week, David, Rebecca, and Richard break down the opening-weekend success of Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners,' from the debate around its box-office performance to its impact on the film's Oscars chances. The hosts then discuss the pivotal latest episode of The Last of Us's second season, and Rebecca chats with Hacks star Hannah Einbinder about the critically acclaimed fourth season. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

David, Richard, and Rebecca discuss the jam-packed Cannes lineup, and even predict which film they think might win the Palme d'Or. They also weigh in on the announcement that the Oscars will include a stunt design category. Finally, they're joined by Vanity Fair's executive digital director Mike Hogan to talk about his fascinating 'Twin Peaks' article, and his deep dive into the show's legacy. Read more on VF.com As Twin Peaks Turns 35, the Mystery Is Still the Message for a World of Fans Cannes 2025: Joaquin Phoenix, Josh O’Connor, Scarlett Johansson, and More Lead Impressive Lineup Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

David, Richard, and Rebecca talk about the season three finale, what they thought about the bloody ending, and if the right characters died. They also point out some annoying plot holes before analyzing which of the supporting actors could get Emmy nominations this year. Plus, Rebecca interviews Aimee Lou Wood about Chelsea's journey on the show, and why she, in a way, got what she wanted. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

David, Richard, and Rebecca get into one of their favorite new shows of the year, the Michelle Williams-Jenny Slate vehicle Dying for Sex (streaming on Hulu starting Friday), before answering more listener questions about new comedies worth watching, the spy dramas in the hunt for Emmy love, and the state of the reality-competition landscape, fresh off of standout Survivor and Drag Race episodes. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

This week, David, Rebecca, Richard reflect on a range of cursed theatrical releases from this month—including ‘Snow White’ and ‘The Alto Knights’—to examine the larger problems plaguing the box office. Then, the hosts discuss the highs and lows of Apple TV+’s The Studio, which satirizes the current state of Hollywood, as well as a few other shows picking up steam with audiences. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

David and Rebecca are joined by Vanity Fair television correspondent Joy Press to dish about the bloody and heart-wrenching Severance finale, which aired on Thursday. They chat about the episode's most surprising turns and the stand-out performances of the cast before looking at the show's Emmy chances. Then, David speaks with Severance star Britt Lower about her dual roles as Helena and Helly R and how she felt when she first read the script for the finale. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Happy beginning of Emmy season! Vanity Fair staff writer Chris Murphy joins David and Rebecca to highlight the best new shows to have aired this Emmy cycle so far—from Max’s The Pitt to Hulu’s Say Nothing—before asking the biggest outstanding questions across the drama, comedy, and limited series fields: Is this Severance’s year? Can anything beat Hacks? And is the year‘s great limited series officially here? Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices