Podcast #1 - 2010 Film Preview

Listen to the latest Podcast from The Awards Circuit Staff on the 2010 upcoming film slate. Discuss any films you would like in the comment section below or on the Message Boards.

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American Idol Interview: Kristen McNamara

In Season 8 of American Idol we saw outstanding talent fall by the wayside with the likeness of Felicia Barton, Ju'Not Joyner, Brent Keith and Ricky Braddy. Among that list is the beautiful and talented Kristen McNamara, the big voice bombshell, who unfortunately is best known for her drama-full antics with her group members during the Hollywood rounds.

One of the best things about Kristen is how unrestrained she is. She doesn't sugercoat anything for you. In this interview about her time on Idol and her future plans with her fellow contestants Tatiana del Toro and Nick "Normund Gentile" Mitchell and their upcoming reality show pilot, Kristen lays it all out. She speaks about her being pushed to be something she wasn't by the judges, one of which is a country singer, which she is not anymore.

She also spills a little secret that may explain some of the sour taste Season 8 put in many viewers' mouths. Give a listen...

We begin our coverage of the 2011 Oscars with our first set of Predictions!

Yes, Clayton has kicked off the new season of coverage at The Awards Circuit with new predictions for all of the main categories. Start with Best Picture here and check them all out, as we begin the new year of Awards coverage!
We also have Clayton's reaction to the Oscars here, as well as John's take on Oscar night here and our Post-Oscar podcast here, so for all your "after the fact" coverage, make The Awards Circuit your home!
-Thoughts on the new predictions?

The Awards Circuit - Post Oscars Talk

Check out our Post-Oscars Talk...You can download it to your iTunes by searching for "The Awards Circuit Blog" or directly to the link:

http://www.awardscircuit.com/Podcasts/PostOscars_Podcast.mp3

We now turn the page to next year's Oscars...

...so be prepared for this week to focus a bunch on the next potential crop of nominees, as we have Clayton's first set of predictions, the entire staff's first chart predictions, and our annual year in advance article, plus a podcast dedicated to what films to watch out for throughout the year. It's going to be a busy week, so stay tuned.
-Feel free to discuss what might be nominated next year!

American Idol Interview: Felicia Barton

We continue our Past American Idols Interviews with Season 8 Top 36 contestant, Felicia Barton.

You can download it from our Awards Circuit Podcasts (Search The Awards Circuit Blog on iTunes) or you can go directly to the page HERE

Brent Keith Interview!

We sit down with American Idol Season 8 contestant Brent Keith! Give a listen: HERE

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Podcast #11 - Final Oscar Talk

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Podcast #11 debuts on the site, along with an article on snubbed women directors!

As promised, we're getting back on track here at The Awards Circuit with Podcasts, and have Podcast #11 for everyone. This one our final Oscar talk pre-nominations, and can be heard here, so listen and give us feedback!
We also have an article up on snubbed female directors that is worth a read, so check that out here and let us know what you think!
-Thoughts on the podcast and article?

The Scenario Series continues on with the Supporting categories, along with Podcast #10 and the Davis Awards on the Main Page of The Awards Circuit!

Yes, the Main Page of The Awards Circuit has 3 top notch things for you to take a glance at today. We start off with the third installment of our annual Scenario Series, this one tackling what could happen with Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress. Check it out here and let us know what you think!
There's also the long awaited Podcast #10 for everyone to listen to. It's on the Sundance Film Festival and can be heard here, so be sure to tune in and comment.
Finally, we have the winners of the annual Davis Awards. The honorees from our fearless editor can be found here, so take a look and let us know how you like this year's edition.
Last, but not least, keep voting in the Awards Circuit Community Awards, as voting is coming down to the wire. Go here to vote and get your votes in!
-Thoughts on the next Scenario article, Podcast, Davis Awards, and what will happen with ACCA?

Speaking of Sundance, that's just what Podcast #10 is about!

Indeed, the long awaited Podcast #10 (sorry for the delays, both in how long it took to go from 9 to 10, and for how late in the festival this went up...technical difficulties) has arrived, and it's our take on what films to watch out for at the annual Sundance Film Festival. Be sure to go here and listen, and let us know what films coming out of Sundance you're eager to see!
-Thoughts on the newest Podcast?

Our latest update to The Awards Circuit includes Podcast #9, New Oscar Predictions everywhere, and some Golden Globe predictions!

Yes, it's another busy day, with a whole bunch of updates on the Main Page of The Awards Circuit. We start off a new Podcast, our 9th, in which we take a stab at a whole bunch of topics. It's a must-listen, so go here and listen and let us know how you liked it!
Clayton has also updated all the predictions for the Academy Awards, so go here and start with Best Picture and move on from there.
Finally, in anticipation of the Golden Globes this week, we have a final set of Globe predictions. They can be found here, so check them out and let us know what you think!
-Thoughts on the new Podcast and the new predix?

The films for this year's Academy Idol are selected, plus an Awards Profile for Invictus!

Indeed, the Main Page of The Awards Circuit has two new updates for you, beginning with a video found here in which we reveal the 36 films that will be in competition for Academy Idol this year. By the way, if you're curious what films didn't make the cut, listen to our most recent Podcast where we began the selection process, found here.
We also have another in our continuing series of Awards Profiles, this one focusing on the film Invictus. It can be read here, so do so and let us know what you think!
-Thoughts on the films in contention for Academy Idol this year?

Podcast #8 is here for your listening pleasure, as well as an update to the Best Picture predictions!

Indeed, and for the first time, the entire staff of The Awards Circuit will be participating in the podcast. The topic is the beginning of Academy Idol, and for a variety of reasons, it's a must listen. Check it out here and leave us some feedback!
There's also been some tweaking done to the Best Picture predictions, so go here and see what the chosen 10 are at this point.
-Thoughts on the new podcast and Best Picture predictions?

Podcast #7 is here for your listening pleasure, as well as some new reviews (including an early review of Antichrist)!

Indeed, the Main Page has some new things for people to check out. First, Clayton and Myles break down the world in film post-Toronto with Podcast #7, which can be heard here. Be sure to listen and comment.
We also have some new reviews, starting with an early look at the controversial film Antichrist. There are also reviews of Julie & Julia, Paranormal Activity, Jennifer's Body, and Zombieland. These can all be found and read here.
-What do you think of the new Podcast and reviews?

A couple of new Articles for you to read on the Main Page, plus a chart update and Podcast #6!

Indeed, there's something for everyone on the Main Page. First off, If you haven't had a chance to read our script review of 'Up in the Air', you can still see that here. On the new front, we have an article on the potential contenders in the Animated Feature category, and that can be read here. You can also take a trip down memory lane with our look back to the 80's, which can be peeped here.
We also have updates to our staff's Chart Predictions, so if you're curious who everyone at The Awards Circuit thinks are going to take home the Oscars this year (so far), look no further than this page here.
Last, but certainly not least, we have Podcast #6 for everyone to listen to here, which is on screenplays this time.
-As always, leave comments and be sure to enjoy!

Some new updates to the Main Page!

Indeed, available to you the readers are some new updates on the MAIN PAGE, including Podcast #5 (on the 2005 ACCA nominations), our Editor's Picks for 2005, and an article on the Best Director race (as it stands now).
-Be sure to read, listen, comment, and of course...enjoy!

Coming Soon: Podcast #5!

No, we haven't forgotten about it, so fear not...the next installment of The Awards Circuit Podcast is only days away!

Podcast #4 comes your way today!

We at The Awards Circuit happily bring you the 4th Awards Circuit Podcast this week, Myles and myself preview 16 Best Picture contenders, everything from The Hurt Locker to Funny People to The Lovely Bones, with plenty in between. Take a listen here: http://www.awardscircuit.com/Podcasts/podcast4.html
-Definitely continue to leave us feedback by commenting on the Poscast page, by commenting here, by leaving general feedback on the site, or by contacting us on Facebook or Twitter. Thanks again for the continued support and happy listening!

In addition to our second Podcast, some new reviews have gone up on the Main Page!

Indeed, besides taking a listen to Podcast #2 here: http://www.awardscircuit.com/Podcasts/podcast2.html

We have new reviews up for your enjoyment, including my take on Up to go along with Clay's, both Clay and myself spouting out praise for The Hangover, Clay's review of Drag Me to Hell, and my reviews of Downloading Nancy and Moon. They all can be found here: http://www.awardscircuit.com/reviews.html

-Let us know what you think!