logo
episode-header-image
Jun 2024
1h 8m

Ron Howard (“Jim Henson Idea Man”); John...

VARIETY
About this episode
“Jim Henson Idea Man” director Ron Howard shares what he learned about the Muppets creator, and what it personally meant to him. Also, the filmmaker behind “How To with John Wilson” talks about ending his docuseries after three seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
Up next
Feb 28
The BAFTA/BBC Disaster; Actor Awards Predictions; Oscar Nominee Tig Notaro (“Come See Me In the Good Light”)
The Awards Circuit Roundtable dissects what happened at the BAFTA Awards, when the tape-delayed telecast didn’t bleep the N-word despite knowledge that Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson was in the audience. Also, final predictions for SAG-AFTRA’s Actor Awards; and Oscar nominee ... Show More
1h 14m
Feb 25
As Oscar Voting Begins, Ryan Coogler Gives the Case for “Sinners”
"Sinners" is a cultural force, earning a record-breaking 16 Oscar nominations. Variety's Awards Circuit Podcast talks to "Sinners" director Ryan Coogler about this potentially historic moment — as final-round Oscar voting gets underway on Thursday. Learn more about your ad choice ... Show More
36m 6s
Feb 20
BAFTA Awards Predictions; Amy Madigan (“Weapons”); Stellan Skarsgård (“Sentimental Value”)
Oscar-nominated "Weapons" star Amy Madigan and “Sentimental Value” star Stellan Skarsgård. Also, the Roundtable discusses this weekend’s BAFTA awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
1h 16m
Recommended Episodes
Apr 2024
Howard Deutch is "Some Kind of Wonderful" (Part Two)
We’re joined by Howard Deutch, the filmmaker behind “Pretty in Pink.” Learn what advice Deutch was given by “Mission: Impossible” director Brian De Palma, go behind the scenes of “Some Kind of Wonderful,” hear about how much John Candy hated making “The Great Outdoors," and so mu ... Show More
41m 48s
Apr 2024
Sitting "Pretty in Pink" with Howard Deutch (Part One)
On “The Directors,” we are so thrilled to be chatting with filmmaker Howard Deutch, who directed “Pretty in Pink” and “Some Kind of Wonderful.” This week we get into his collaborative relationship with John Hughes, how Duckie was a controversial figure, and his unmade Hughes proj ... Show More
40m 45s
Nov 2017
Ep66 - Seth Rogen and Josh Hutcherson on Hulu's series 'Future Man'
'Future Man' creator Seth Rogen and star Josh Hutcherson discuss their "absolutely insane" new series: ripping off classic '80s sci-fi movies (and James Cameron), how far they can push the envelope with their jokes — and how "Hunger Games" compares. Learn more about your ad choic ... Show More
48m 43s
Oct 2018
Paul Dano on Directing His First Film and Adapting Richard Ford's 'Wildlife' | Interview (Ep. 89)
Ringer editor-in-chief Sean Fennessey chats with actor and now screenwriter/director Paul Dano to discuss the trials of directing his first film and adapting one of his favorite authors, Richard Ford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
30m 33s
Jun 2024
Rocking Out with Richard Linklater
This week on “The Directors” we are speaking with Richard Linklater, who directed the classic Paramount film “School of Rock” and also made “The Bad News Bears” and “Everybody Wants Some!!” for the studio. Learn about his unique approach to the material, how making “School of Roc ... Show More
1h 9m
Jul 2022
Bill Hader - 'Barry'
The ‘SNL’ standout turned HBO auteur reflects on why he owes his career to Megan Mullally, what prevented him from enjoying his eight years in 30 Rock’s Studio 8H and how his work in the indie film ‘The Skeleton Twins’ led to the opportunity to co-create, write, direct and star i ... Show More
1h 2m
Dec 2016
Andrew Garfield - 'Hacksaw Ridge' & 'Silence'
The 33-year-old discusses life pre-stardom ('I worked as a barista at Starbucks... and then I was fired'), 'The Social Network' (he originally was to play Mark Zuckerberg), his 'Spider-Man' films ("I didn't feel like that was my work up there") and his experiences with Mel Gibson ... Show More
1 h
May 2023
‘Iron Man’ With Bill Simmons and Van Lathan
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Van Lathan would rather be feared and respected after revisiting the Marvel movie that started it all, Jon Favreau’s ‘Iron Man’ starring Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, and Jeff Bridges. Producer: Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. ... Show More
1h 45m
Jun 2023
‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’ and the Indy Movie Rankings
Sean and Amanda are joined by Ringer-verse host and Harrison Ford scholar Mallory Rubin to discuss the latest installment in the ‘Indiana Jones’ franchise and whether it functions as a worthwhile send-off to Ford’s iconic role as Indy (1:00). Then, they rank the franchise's five ... Show More
1h 19m