Emmys season kick-off with Sterling K. Brown, and that Sam Rockwell 'White Lotus' scene

The Awardist is kicking off a new season as we hit the road toward the 2025 Emmys. Host Gerrad Hall chats with 'Paradise' star Sterling K. Brown, who breaks down that intense showdown with Julianne Nicholson in episode 7 and has some laughs about that nude shower scene — plus, he looks back on This Is Us and the episode fans still want to talk to him about. Elsewhere, EW critic Kristen Baldwin joins Gerrad for a discussion about the Lead Actor in a Drama race, and how Sam Rockwell's performance on 'The White Lotus' is shaking up the supporting category. And EW Sr. Writer Maureen Lee Lenker advocates for one of her favorite performances of the year, we share our Hot Take on another 'White Lotus' character, and we poll the EW audience about who they'd love to see host the Emmys — listen in for the results! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Buckle up, it's time to turn on the TV for Emmys season! And, of course, Entertainment Weekly’s The Awardist podcast has you covered. From the early contenders to the unexpected gems, we are discussing it all. Join EW’s editorial director Gerrad Hall, and his opinionated co-hosts every Thursday to keep up with the long road to TV's biggest night. This season is packed with interviews with Sterling K. Brown, Jean Smart, Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, and so much more. Participate in our weekly polls on @EW on instagram and don't miss our EW Hot takes and "Oughta Get A Nod" advocacy picks every episode. The Awardist drops every Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts, and visit ew.com/theawardist for more. Follow The Awardist now so you don’t miss a thing.