# Oscars Move to YouTube; Rob Reiner Tribute; Cynthia Erivo (“Wicked For Good”); Craig Brewer (“Song Sung Blue”)

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Podcast: [Awards Circuit | Variety](https://stenobird.com/podcast/awards-circuit-variety-1368153)
Published: 2025-12-19T14:00:00+00:00
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The Oscars are moving to YouTube in 2029, and the Roundtable gives its perspectives — and the pros and cons — on the surprise news. Also, we pay tribute to the late acting and directing legend Rob Reiner. Later, “Wicked For Good” star Cynthia Erivo talks about hanging up the broomstick and why this was the most challenging production of her career. And “Song Sung Blue” director Craig Brewer talks about making his latest film and carrying on John Singleton’s legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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