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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.
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Summer Movie Preview, Plus: The Gilded Age’s Power Couple
2d ago00:35:10Tap to summarizeSummer movie season is officially here, so Rebecca, John, and Hillary are breaking down the biggest studio blockbusters and under-the-radar gems on the horizon. From Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey and Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day to a slew of raunchy indie comedies, this season is shaping up to be a crucial test for Hollywood’s recovery. Then, Vanity Fair staff writer Chris Murphy talks with The Gilded Age stars Carrie Coon and Morgan Spector about the show’s passionate fan base, the real-life relationship experiences they bring to their characters’ marriage, and what comes next for one of television’s most iconic couples. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →Sydney Sweeney on Cassie, Clickbait, and Creative Control
4d ago00:23:09Tap to summarizeEveryone and their mother has an opinion about Sydney Sweeney, but according to the actress herself, most people have no clue who she actually is. Rebecca caught up with Sweeney shortly after the Euphoria finale aired to talk about saying goodbye to Cassie Howard, filming the series’ long-awaited final season, and the deleted pole-dancing scenes she hopes fans eventually get to see. Plus: anime, internet rumors, and finding freedom as an actor. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →The Breakout Stars of 'Love Story' on Playing Real People and Navigating Their Newfound Fame
5d ago00:34:43Tap to summarizeFX's Love Story: John F. Kennedy, Jr. & Carolyn Bessette swept up audiences after it burst onto our TV's earlier this year. It also launched the careers of its two stars, Paul Anthony Kelly and Sarah Pidgeon, after their mesmerizing performances as the couple who became a national obsession. But it was a long road to get there, as they physically transformed into the iconic characters and dealt with audience blowback before the show had even come out. At a special live event presented by FX, Rebecca and John sat down with Paul Anthony Kelly and Sarah Pidgeon to discuss how they built their characters, developed their undeniable chemistry, and managed the onslaught of public attention Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →Tony Awards Predictions, Plus: YouTubers in Theaters & 2 Major HBO Shows Say Goodbye
1w ago00:51:55Tap to summarizeJohn and Rebecca discuss the scary-good box office for two recent horror debuts and the ups and downs of the Hacks and Euphoria series finales. Then, they pass the mic over to a NYC-based panel of theater lovers to talk about the awards show that puts the T in EGOT, this weekend's Tony Awards. Senior Editor Hillary Busis, Staff Writer Chris Murphy, Entertainment Director Caitlin Brody, and LGM Senior Producer Michele O'Brien make a case for why the Tonys are the most fun awards show to watch (even if you know nothing about the nominees), and make their predictions for Sunday night's ceremony. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →Noah Wyle Is Ready for Another Shift
2w ago00:26:03Tap to summarizeNoah Wyle didn’t expect The Pitt to become one of television’s biggest dramas, or for viewers to once again see him as their doctor. But after an Emmys-sweeping first season and decades spent playing physicians on screen, Wyle has learned to embrace both realities. Rebecca caught up with the actor, writer, producer, and director to talk about why he resisted going “bigger and bloodier” after season one, what it’s like making one of TV’s most medically accurate dramas, and why some fans are so mad about Dr. Robby’s emotional unraveling. Plus, who is America’s doctor’s favorite fictional doctor? Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →The End of Late Night as We Know It
2w ago00:37:45Tap to summarizeStephen Colbert has officially signed off, CBS is exiting the late night game, and the future of the format feels more uncertain than ever. This week, Rebecca and John are joined by VF special correspondent Joy Press to discuss the final episode of The Late Show, the politics and economics behind CBS’s decision, and the social media stars redefining the genre. They also share their top picks for what to watch this month. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →The Good, the Hellish, and the Just-OK from Cannes
3w ago00:29:34Tap to summarizeIn their final Cannes dispatch, Rebecca and John dish about some of the buzziest films of the week and attempt to predict the hard-to-pin-down Palme d'Or. They also discuss the reasons why the festival has seemed quieter this year, and debate which films we'll be talking about come Oscar season.Follow along on Vanity Fair's Cannes liveblog, and send your festival questions to littlegoldmen@vf.com. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →The First Weekend at Cannes, in Parties, Acquisitions, and Premieres
4w ago00:28:09Tap to summarizeAfter a party- and screening-filled weekend on the Croisette, Rebecca and John report back from the Cannes Film Festival, including a peek inside Vanity Fair's casually elegant event at Tetou. They discuss the couple of great films and the larger number of disappointing ones, and give a preview of the premieres to come. Plus, did Rebecca help Jordan Firstman decide which studio to go with for Club Kid? Did the cast of the new White Lotus season spill any juicy secrets to John? There's one way to find out!Follow along on Vanity Fair's Cannes liveblog, and send your festival questions to littlegoldmen@vf.com. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →Bonjour, Cannes!
4w ago00:30:42Tap to summarizeRebecca and John have had an eventful first few days at Cannes, from getting lost in the Palais, to a glamorous luncheon at the Carlton, to a surprisingly emotional The Fast and the Furious anniversary screening. In this first special episode from the festival, they talk about the films they've seen so far, the AI chatter on the ground, and the red carpet's most-discussed moments.Follow along on Vanity Fair's Cannes liveblog, and send your festival questions to littlegoldmen@vf.com. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →Your Cannes Questions, Answered. Plus: Our Way-Too-Early Oscar Predictions
May 1400:38:37Tap to summarizeThis week, as Rebecca and John prepare to head overseas to cover the Cannes Film Festival, they're joined by BFF Hillary Busis to answer listener questions all about the storied event, from survival tips to what each programming category means, and whether the much-discussed La Pizza is actually any good. Then, the three intrepid co-hosts bravely offer some early predictions for Best Picture and more.Tune in over the next 2 weeks for Little Gold Men's special Cannes coverage, and send your questions about the festival to littlegoldmen@vf.com! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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