Episodi

  • Are Documentaries the Hottest Movies of the Fall?

    Are Documentaries the Hottest Movies of the Fall?
    Oct 15 2026
    The films generating the most buzz right now aren’t big-budget blockbusters – they’re documentaries. To understand why, Rebecca, John, and VF Features Editor Hillary Busis discuss three provocative new docs: NAZA, an investigation into Israel's war in Gaza; Alex Gibney's four-hour Elon Musk exposé; and Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's mind-bending Elizabeth Holmes documentary, You Can See Everything. They also reflect on how the nonfiction film business has changed and whether the Academy will embrace this year's most talked-about docs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    59 min
  • The Emmys Leave Broadcast, Skydance Enters the Chat, and “Digger” Goes Bust

    The Emmys Leave Broadcast, Skydance Enters the Chat, and “Digger” Goes Bust
    Oct 8 2026
    It’s been a whirlwind week in Hollywood, from the Emmys’ move to streaming and major premieres at the New York Film Festival to the newly official Warner Bros.–Paramount merger. Rebecca and John break down what it all means before turning to Digger, Tom Cruise’s first non-action movie in 15 years. VF Features Editor Hillary Busis joins them to unpack Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s critically savaged, box-office-challenged new film and debate whether Cruise’s performance is still strong enough to keep him in the Oscar race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    46 min
  • Can "The Social Reckoning" Live Up to "The Social Network"?

    Can "The Social Reckoning" Live Up to "The Social Network"?
    Oct 1 2026
    Sixteen years after The Social Network introduced moviegoers to the dark side of Facebook’s founding, Aaron Sorkin is taking on the company again—this time as both writer and director—with The Social Reckoning. The film follows whistleblower Frances Haugen (played by Mikey Madison) as she exposes what Facebook knew about its own role in the spread of misinformation and political polarization. Rebecca and John discuss Jeremy Strong’s uncanny transformation into Mark Zuckerberg, debate whether the new film can escape the very long shadow of its predecessor, and ask what makes The Social Network hold up so well. Plus, they share their picks for the October movies you won’t want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    37 min
  • TIFF Takeaways + Our Best Picture Predictions

    TIFF Takeaways + Our Best Picture Predictions
    Sep 24 2026
    The fall film festivals are officially behind us, which means it’s time to start making some Oscar predictions we may or may not regret. Vanity Fair Features Editor Hillary Busis joins Rebecca and John to recap the biggest takeaways from TIFF, including La Bola Negra’s big win and whether I Play Rocky can actually go the distance. Then, the group compares their Best Picture prediction lists, revealing plenty of overlap and a few surprising disagreements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    51 min
  • The Best, Worst, and Weirdest Moments of the 2026 Emmys

    The Best, Worst, and Weirdest Moments of the 2026 Emmys
    Sep 16 2026
    The 2026 Emmys happened Monday night, so Little Gold Men is coming to you early this week to break down the biggest wins, losses, and surprises of the evening. Rebecca, Hillary, and Vanity Fair executive editor Maggie Coughlan dig into Widow’s Bay’s massive sweep, celebrate Rhea Seehorn’s long-awaited Emmy win, and consider what this year’s results tell us about the Television Academy’s evolving tastes. They also weigh in on the best (and most baffling) looks of the night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 min
  • The Movies Everyone’s Talking About After Venice and Telluride

    The Movies Everyone’s Talking About After Venice and Telluride
    Sep 10 2026
    Rebecca and John are back from the Colorado mountains and Chris Murphy is fresh off the Lido, so it’s time to take stock of the first two major stops in fall festival season. The group discusses the films that soared, the docs that shocked, and the performances that could be headed all the way to the Oscars. Plus, Rebecca reveals just how far she went to uncover Telluride’s top-secret screening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 min
  • Predicting The Most Unpredictable Races at This Year’s Emmys

    Predicting The Most Unpredictable Races at This Year’s Emmys
    Sep 3 2026
    The Emmys are almost here, which means it’s time to put our predictions – and our reputations – on the line. Vanity Fair features editor Hillary Busis joins Rebecca and John to break down the toughest races of the night, from the crowded comedy categories to a showdown in Lead Actress in a Drama. Then, the group makes the case for the long-shot contenders they’d most like to see take home a trophy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    49 min
  • From Uncanny Valley: The Creators of 'Hacks' Really, Really, Really Hate AI

    From Uncanny Valley: The Creators of 'Hacks' Really, Really, Really Hate AI
    Aug 27 2026
    A bonus episode from our friends at WIRED's Uncanny Valley. The hit HBO Max comedy series Hacks follows the tumultuous relationship between a young comedy writer Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder) and legacy comedian Deborah Vance (Jean Smart). The show has also had a lot to say about the business of show business. Creators Paul W. Downs and Lucia Aniello join Katie to talk about writing the series, corporate censorship, and why they find AI “deeply disturbing.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 min