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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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Noah Wyle Is Ready for Another Shift
1w 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
3w 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
4w ago00:38:37Tap 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
Transcribe →The Agony and the Ecstasy of Euphoria
May 700:40:13Tap to summarizeWhen Sam Levinson's vibey, drug-inflected high school show Euphoria premiered in 2019, it took the Internet by storm and quickly became the most-watched show on HBO Max — and most-memed show on social media — despite mixed reviews. But in the four years since the show's second season, rumors of off-screen chaos, as well as confirmed exits from cast and creatives, have made fans nervous. So, how does the long-awaited Season 3 hold up to expectations? Rebecca and John are joined by VF Senior Staff Writer Max Adler to discuss the high highs and weird lows. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →A Sequel? To The Devil Wears Prada? Groundbreaking.
Apr 3000:47:53Tap to summarizeThis week, Rebecca, John, and VF Staff Writer Savannah Walsh dive deep into the world of The Devil Wears Prada, looking back at what made the 2006 film so indelible and discussing how the sequel, set in the very different media landscape of 2026, gets it right. Then, Rebecca sits down with the writer behind both films, Aline Brosh McKenna, to talk about how the long-awaited sequel came to be and which of the films' four main characters feels most like her. That's all. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →Zendaya Is the Moment. Here's Why.
Apr 2300:46:45Tap to summarizeIn an age of handwringing about the lack of "real movie stars," Zendaya has entered the chat in style. The multi-hyphenate star is having a packed 2026, with the already-released Euphoria and The Drama — not to mention her high-profile collab with stylist Law Roach and sportswear brand On — and three of the year's most-anticipated blockbusters (Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Odyssey, and Dune: Part Three). And we're still excited to see her every time, both on screen and on the red carpet. So what makes Zendaya such a star of the moment? Rebecca and John are joined by Staff Writer Chris Murphy and Style Correspondent José Criales-Unzueta to get into it. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Transcribe →Reality TV's New Era of Scandal
Apr 1600:37:18Tap to summarizeWe tune in to our favorite reality shows for the onscreen drama, but lately the scandals have started to spill off the screen and into the real world, from Taylor Frankie Paul to the Bravoverse. This week, VF Contributing Editor Anna Peele joins Rebecca and John to break down this chaotic moment in unscripted television, from the shows that are still on the air decades after they first premiered to the upstarts coming for the crown. Plus, a first look at the Cannes lineup. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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