Chloe Zhao ("Nomadland") and Ariana DeBose ("The Prom")

"Nomadland" filmmaker Chloe Zhao on why she wanted to make an American West road movie, as well as her friendship with star Frances McDormand, the challenge of juggling this while also making Marvel's "The Eternals" and more. Also, "The Prom" star Ariana DeBose discusses the new musical and queer representation. But first, our awards roundtable discusses how many best picture nominations Netflix might land this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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"Variety Awards Circuit" podcast, hosted by Clayton Davis, Jenelle Riley, Jazz Tangcay 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. New episodes post every Thursday.