“Saturday Night Live” star Ashley Padilla recounts her hiring process on the show and what it’s like to have such a breakout year. Also, with Emmy voting starting, we look at the ballots including some of the surprises — and we predict what some of the sleeper contenders might be.



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“Saturday Night Live” star Ashley Padilla recounts her hiring process on the show and what it’s like to have such a breakout year. Also, with Emmy voting starting, we look at the ballots including some of the surprises — and we predict what some of the sleeper contenders might be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

"Awards Circuit," hosted by Clayton Davis, Jazz Tangcay, Emily Longeretta 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.

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Emmy Voting Begins! We Dissect the Ballots; Also, ‘Saturday Night Live’ star Ashley Padilla on Her Breakout Year

The 78th Emmy nominations are in, and the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable dissects the winners, snubs and surprises. At 25 noms, is “The Pitt” heading toward its second consecutive drama win? In breaking the record for most comedy noms ever, is “Hacks” a shoo-in? What happened to “Half Man”? How did “Dancing With the Stars” end its ten-year nomination drought? What can we expect from Emmys host Mariska Hargitay? That, and a lot more! 

The 78th Emmy nominations are in, and the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable dissects the winners, snubs and surprises. At 25 noms, is &ldquo;The Pitt&rdquo; heading toward its second consecutive drama win? In breaking the record for most comedy noms ever, is &ldquo;Hacks&rdquo; a shoo-in? What happened to &ldquo;Half Man&rdquo;? How did &ldquo;Dancing With the Stars&rdquo; end its ten-year nomination drought? What can we expect from Emmys host Mariska Hargitay? That, and a lot more!

Emmy Nominations Mega Roundtable: ‘The Pitt’ and ‘Hacks’ Dominate, But ‘Widow’s Bay’ and ‘Pluribus’ Are Waiting in the Wings

‘Matlock’ lead Kathy Bates discusses what’s to come as the CBS drama ends its current storyline and ventures into new territory, as the show moves to midseason with a new focus next year. Also, “Pluribus” star Rhea Seehorn discusses the complexities of her character Carol, the cast’s on-set debates over the show, and collaborating with Vince Gilligan.



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‘Matlock’ lead Kathy Bates discusses what’s to come as the CBS drama ends its current storyline and ventures into new territory, as the show moves to midseason with a new focus next year. Also, “Pluribus” star Rhea Seehorn discusses the complexities of her character Carol, the cast’s on-set debates over the show, and collaborating with Vince Gilligan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

‘Pluribus’ Star Rhea Seehorn Dissects Fan Theories and the Anticipation for Season 2; ‘Matlock’ Star Kathy Bates on the Show’s Entire New Direction Next Year

‘The Four Seasons’ stars Will Forte and Kerri Kenney-Silver discuss Season 2 of their Netflix comedy and get ready for Season 3; ‘The Pitt’ duo Isa Briones and Gerran Howell on how Santos and Whitaker rely on each other like siblings.



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‘The Four Seasons’ stars Will Forte and Kerri Kenney-Silver discuss Season 2 of their Netflix comedy and get ready for Season 3; ‘The Pitt’ duo Isa Briones and Gerran Howell on how Santos and Whitaker rely on each other like siblings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

‘The Pitt’ Stars Isa Briones and Gerran Howell on Their Characters’ Relationship and Their Hopes for Season 3; ‘The Four Seasons’ Pals Will Forte and Kerri Kenney-Silver on the Joy Behind Making Their Series

Emmy Voting Begins! We Dissect the Ballots; Also, ‘Saturday Night Live’ star Ashley Padilla on Her Breakout Year

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