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Little Gold Men by Vanity Fair

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Vanity Fair’s Little Gold Men takes you inside the world of film and television, from standing ovations at Sundance to the Best Picture award at the Oscars. With special guest appearances from stars, creators, and critics, our expert hosts dive into the power and glamour of Hollywood, as only Vanity Fair can. For more on Little Gold Men, visit vanityfair.com/podcast/little-gold-men

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Vanity Fair’s Little Gold Men takes you inside the world of film and television, from standing ovations at Sundance to the Best Picture award at the Oscars. With special guest appearances from stars, creators, and critics, our expert hosts dive into the power and glamour of Hollywood, as only Vanity Fair can. For more on Little Gold Men, visit vanityfair.com/podcast/little-gold-men

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English


Episodes
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Springsteen, Cynthia Erivo, and More Burning Oscar Season Qs

6/26/2025
This week, David, Rebecca, and Richard go through a handful of listener questions looking ahead to this coming Oscar season, from the post-trailer buzz surrounding the Bruce Springsteen biopic Deliver Me From Nowhere to a potential awards play for 28 Years Later. Then, the hosts reflect on the recent rerelease of Brokeback Mountain for its 20th anniversary, before discussing a few other awards films of its era that deserve a similar rerelease treatment. We'll be discussing The History of Sound on July 10th, so read along and send us your questions to littlegoldmen@vf.com! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Duration:00:40:02

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The Biggest Surprises on the Emmy Ballot

6/19/2025
David, Richard, and Rebecca dive deep into the Emmy ballot to reveal some surprising submissions and glaring omissions. Plus, they take a look at the most promising Oscar contenders (or lack thereof) from the first half of the year and what some new trailers might reveal for what’s to come. We'll be discussing The History of Sound on July 10th, so read along and send us your questions to littlegoldmen@vf.com! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Duration:00:54:25

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'Running Point' Star Kate Hudson Has Comedy in Her DNA

6/17/2025
'Running Point' Star Kate Hudson Has Comedy in Her DNA Kate Hudson chats with Rebecca about her hit Netflix series. She also reveals her comedy influences (yes, especially her mother Goldie Hawn), talks about relating to co-star Chet Hanks, and explains why she finally had to make her own music. We'll be discussing The History of Sound on July 10th, so read along and send us your questions to littlegoldmen@vf.com! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Duration:00:24:23

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The Emmy Contenders Voters Will Probably Ignore—But Shouldn't

6/12/2025
With Emmy voting officially underway, David, Richard, and Rebecca discuss a handful of shows and performances in contention that feel frustratingly out of the conversation, from Pachinko to the supporting cast of Andor, even as they deserve nominations. The hosts also discuss a slew of buzzy new film releases, including prestige projects like Materialists and The Life of Chuck, and assess the state of the summer box office. We'll be discussing The History of Sound on July 10th, so read along and send us your questions to littlegoldmen@vf.com! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Duration:00:34:58

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'Nobody Wants This' Star Adam Brody on Being a Sex Symbol: “It Makes Me a Little Self-Conscious”

6/10/2025
Adam Brody chats with Rebecca about playing a rabbi in the hit Netflix series, the challenges of transcending 'The O.C.', and heartthrob problems: “You’re all of a sudden like, Oh, everything I do, I gotta be hot.” Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Duration:00:25:14

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Predicting the 2025 Tony Awards

6/5/2025
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

Duration:00:48:20

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Marisa Abela on ‘Industry’ Success and ‘Back to Black’ Criticism

6/3/2025
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

Duration:00:29:30

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Brian Tyree Henry on Dope Thief And “Reclaiming” His Name

5/29/2025
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

Duration:00:23:39

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Will These Cannes Winners Become Oscar Contenders?

5/27/2025
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

Duration:00:39:45

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Cannes Daily Update No. 5: Our Palme d'Or Predictions!

5/23/2025
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

Duration:00:32:35

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Cannes Daily Update No. 4: Two of Our Most Hotly-Anticipated Films Premiere!

5/22/2025
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

Duration:00:28:45

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Cannes Daily Update No. 3: Spike Lee's New Movie Debuts on a High Note

5/21/2025
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

Duration:00:24:21

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Cannes Daily Update No. 2: Which Directorial Debut is Turning Heads?

5/20/2025
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

Duration:00:23:26

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Cannes Daily Update No. 1: Our First Awards-Worthy Performance

5/19/2025
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

Duration:00:31:59

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All Things Cannes: Mailbag, Most Anticipated, Wildest Stories

5/15/2025
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

Duration:00:37:56

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Martin Short on Meryl, Steve, and Only Murders In The Building

5/13/2025
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

Duration:00:26:03

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How 'The Studio' Recreated the Chaos of the Golden Globes (With Seth Rogen)

5/8/2025
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

Duration:00:49:33

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Why Andor Is the Best Television of the Year So Far (With Adria Arjona)

5/1/2025
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

Duration:00:47:49

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'Sinners' Is a Hollywood Triumph. Why Is It Controversial?

4/24/2025
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

Duration:00:54:09

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Cannes't Hardly Wait

4/17/2025
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

Duration:00:45:30