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‘Baby Reindeer,' ‘Shogun' win at the 2025 Peabody Awards: See the full winners list
Reigning Emmy champs Baby Reindeer and Shōgun were among the winners at the 2025 Peabody Awards, announced on Thursday. This year's winners will be honored during a formal ceremony June 1 in Los Angeles, hosted by Roy Wood Jr. The Peabody Awards Board of Jurors selected the prestigious honorees in the categories of arts, children's/youth, documentary, entertainment, interactive and immersive, news, public service, and radio/podcast. Baby Reindeer and Shōgun are among the seven entertainment winners, with the others being Fantasmas, Mr Bates vs the Post Office, Ripley, Say Nothing, and We Are Lady Parts. More from GoldDerby 'Thunderbolts' is set to kick-start summer box office and take down 'Sinners' 2025 News and Documentary Emmy Awards nominations include the Biden-Trump debate, plus '60 Minutes' in Outstanding Edited Interview How one 'obsessive' reality TV fan created 'Crypto: The Game,' an emerging media contender that's poised to shake up the Emmys The winners were chosen by a unanimous vote of 27 jurors from more than 1,000 total entries. Together, they "encompass a wide range of contemporary and historical issues, including the war in Gaza, rural healthcare, a focus on disabilities, authoritarianism, and sexual violence,' said Jeffrey Jones, executive director of Peabody. The eligibility period was the 2024 calendar year. Here is the full winners list for the 85th annual Peabody Awards: Photographer (National Geographic) The first season of National Geographic's Photographer showcases renowned photographers like Paul Nicklen, Cristina Mittermeier, and Anand Varma, who use their art to highlight issues such as environmental threats, the wonders of nature, and the representation of the African diaspora. Through beautiful and probing documentaries directed by notable cilmmakers, the series explores the deeper implications of photography, emphasizing how images are crafted to advocate for visibility and awareness. Out of My Mind (Disney+) Director Amber Sealey's film Out of My Mind follows sixth-grader Melody Brooks, a nonverbal teen with cerebral palsy, as she asserts her independence, showing how adults often overlook her efforts to communicate. The cilm's heartfelt storytelling and sensitivity emphasize the importance of treating individuals with special needs with respect and empathy. Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story (Crave) Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story creatively chronicles the life of pioneering trans soul and R&B singer Jackie Shane, who has largely been forgotten due to the scarcity of video footage from her performances. Through inventive rotoscoped animations, audio of her conversations with co-director Michael Mabbott, and interviews with her relatives, the documentary explores Shane's complex identity and her reasons for stepping away from the spotlight. Black Box Diaries (MTV Documentary Films/Showtime) Shiori Itō , a young journalist in Japan, tells her own harrowing story of bravely confronting the powerful male journalist Noriyuki Yamaguchi after he rapes her, despite facing disbelief from the police and media. Her relentless pursuit of justice, using her smartphone to document conversations and gather evidence, imbues the documentary with an intense intimacy and determination. Bread & Roses (Apple TV+) The Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan in 2021 severely restricted the rights of more than 20 million women, preventing them from accessing education and employment while facing harsh public limitations. Sahra Mani's documentary Bread & Roses highlights the resilience of Afghan women in these circumstances, showing their organized resistance as well as the joy they insist on cinding in their everyday lives. Daughters (Netflix) Daughters, directed by Natalie Rae and Angela Patton, explores the Date With Dad program, which hosts dances for girls and their incarcerated fathers, creating a temporary sense of home in a prison setting. The cilm poignantly highlights the emotional struggles of these girls and their families, emphasizing that while the event fosters connection, it cannot replace the presence of a father throughout their childhoods. Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa (Netflix) This film tells the inspiring story of Lhakpa Sherpa, who balances an ordinary life working at Whole Foods in the United States while nurturing her extraordinary passion for climbing Mount Everest, where she has made multiple record-breaking summits. The documentary not only highlights her remarkable achievements against the backdrop of personal struggles, but also vividly showcases her resilience and spirit, her tenacity and connection to the mountains. Night Is Not Eternal (HBO Max) In Night Is Not Eternal, filmmaker Nanfu Wang explores the complexities of dissent and solidarity through her procile of Cuban activist Rosa Marı́a Payá Acevedo, highlighting their shared experiences in authoritarian regimes. As Wang documents Payá Acevedo's journey during the Trump administration and the 2020 election, they confront growing ideological divides, ultimately revealing the challenges and compromises individuals make in the pursuit of "freedom" and "democracy." One With the Whale (Independent Lens, PBS) One With the Whale follows 16-year-old Yupik tribal member Chris Apassingok as he celebrates his cirst harpooned whale, a significant coming-of-age milestone and means of provision for his village, only to face a wave of hateful online backlash from an environmental group when photos of his accomplishment are posted on social media. Directed by Jim Wickens and Peter Chelkowski, the cilm powerfully illustrates the challenges faced by indigenous communities in preserving their traditions amidst climate change and external judgement from an increasingly connected world. Queendom (Galdanova) Queendom follows Jenna, a gifted performance artist whose bold self-expression becomes an act of resistance against oppression and violence in Putin's Russia. Through Agniia Galdanova's powerful storytelling, the documentary captures both Jenna's painful struggles and her triumphant perseverance. Stax: Soulsville U.S.A. (HBO Max) This powerful four-part HBO documentary chronicles the rise, fall, and cultural impact of the iconic Memphis soul label, showcasing legendary artists such as Otis Redding and Isaac Hayes. By weaving together music, history, and the era's racial and political forces, the series delivers a poignant, soulful, and deeply American story. The Remarkable Life of Ibelin (Netflix) Benjamin Ree's The Remarkable Life of Ibelin explores the enriching impact of video games through the life of Mats Steen, a Norwegian man with Duchenne muscular dystrophy who cinds community and meaning in World of Warcraft. By juxtaposing Steen's virtual and real- life experiences, the cilm serves as a poignant tribute to his journey and highlights the profound connections that can be formed in digital spaces. The Truth vs. Alex Jones (HBO Max) Director Dan Reed provides an exclusive look at the trial of radio host Alex Jones as he faces a lawsuit from the parents of Sandy Hook victims for promoting false claims about the shooting. The cilm not only highlights Jones's manipulative tactics for fame and procit but also critiques a society where trust in shared truths is deteriorating, resulting in a compelling examination of truth versus conspiracy. Will & Harper (Netflix) In Will & Harper, comedy writer Harper Steele navigates her gender transition while reconnecting with longtime friend and collaborator Will Ferrell, who offers unwavering support despite the challenges posed by societal bigotry and transphobia. Their cross- country trip becomes a humorous and heartfelt exploration of friendship, trans allyship, and the complexities of identity. Baby Reindeer (Netflix) Starring Richard Gadd as flailing stand-up comedian Donny Dunn, Baby Reindeer explores his tumultuous relationship with Martha, a fan whose clattery quickly escalates into stalking. Based on Gadd's own experiences, the series offers a darkly comedic yet poignant examination of abuse, trauma, and the complexities of autociction, showing the potential for storytelling as a means of healing. Fantasmas (HBO Max) Julio Torres's HBO show Fantasmas blends absurdity and humor in a surreal world where the protagonist, Julio, grapples with the need for a "proof of existence" to validate his talent and identity amidst bizarre societal norms. Featuring a talented cast and a satirical take on conformity through its sketch-like structure, the series cleverly critiques everything from bureaucracy to reality TV. Mr Bates vs the Post Office (Masterpiece/PBS) In Mr Bates vs the Post Office, Toby Jones portrays Alan Bates, a seemingly ordinary subpostmaster unjustly accused by the British government of theft due to faulty software, showcasing his resilience and determination to cight for justice. The miniseries expands from Bates' individual struggle to expose a broader conspiracy, revealing the government's prioritization of corporate interests over citizen welfare. Ripley (Netflix) Ripley creator Steven Zaillian employs a stark black-and-white aesthetic to explore the moral complexities and deceptions inherent in human nature, focusing on the sociopathy of the titular character, masterfully portrayed by Andrew Scott. This adaptation stands out among previous versions of Patricia Highsmith's novel by integrating an unexpected connection to 16th-century painter Caravaggio, capturing the mid-century sensibility of Highsmith's work and offering a visual portrayal of grifting as a consequence of the American dream. Say Nothing (FX/Hulu) Say Nothing is a nine-episode limited series that chronicles the Northern Ireland conclict known as "The Troubles," focusing on the abduction and murder of Jean McConville by the Provisional Irish Republican Army in 1972. The series weaves together multiple narratives, including the stories of the Price sisters and Gerry Adams, exploring the deep social impacts of political radicalism, secrecy, and the emotional aftermath of violence. Shōgun (FX/Hulu) FX's reimagining of Shōgun, which adapts James Clavell's novel, shifts the focus from the English navigator John Blackthorne to the rich narratives of its Japanese characters, particularly Lord Toranaga and Lady Mariko, thereby challenging the original's white-savior narrative. This innovative approach results in a captivating and complex epic primarily in Japanese, a remarkable example of global collaboration and storytelling prowess. We Are Lady Parts (Peacock) We Are Lady Parts returns just as brilliantly in its second season, using the story of an all- female, all-Muslim British punk band to explore the nuanced challenges of maintaining authenticity while navigating success. With sharp wit, bold music, and intimate character portrayals, the show breaks stereotypes and offers a rare, multifaceted depiction of Muslim women unlike most representations in Western media. 1000xRESIST 1000xResist is a narrative adventure game set a thousand years in the future, focusing on themes of time, memory, and intergenerational trauma as it explores the aftermath of the 2019 Hong Kong demonstrations. Players, taking on the role of Watcher, delve into the memories of Iris the ALLMOTHER and her clones to confront the unsettling truths of their society, ultimately prompting reclection on the past and the future. Inside the Deadly Maui Inferno, Hour by Hour After the devastating wildcires in Lahaina, Hawaii, in August 2023, which resulted in at least 99 fatalities, The New York Times produced this in-depth report, showcasing innovative storytelling and investigative journalism. The comprehensive account combines more than 400 resident and tourist videos, interviews, and thorough analysis to reveal the failures that led to the disaster. One Day in Gaza: Close Up Al Jazeera English's One Day in Gaza: Close Up is a powerful social video capturing life in a besieged city through the phone cameras of Palestinian citizens, showing both daily resilience and the devastating impact of conflict. By empowering locals to tell their own stories when traditional journalism was restricted, the cilm offers an intimate, essential perspective. What Does Racial Bias in Medicine Look Like? Social media is clouded with health misinformation, particularly affecting people of color, as highlighted by "medical mythbuster" Dr. Joel Bervell. Through concise videos on platforms like Instagram and TikTok, he exposes racial bias in medical practices and algorithms, aiming to educate both healthcare professionals and patients. Confronting Hate (WTVF-TV) Phil Williams of WTVF-NewsChannel 5 conducted extensive investigations into the rise of right-wing extremism in Tennessee, uncovering the influence of neo-Nazis and white Christian nationalists, all while facing targeted harassment online. His impactful reporting not only highlighted a pressing issue in American politics but also led to a state investigation into a local police ofcicial promoting conspiracy theories. Policing Phoenix (ABC15 Arizona [KNXV-TV]) ABC 15 Arizona conducted a groundbreaking investigation into the Phoenix Police Department's brutal treatment of Black Lives Matter protestors, resulting in the dismissal of 39 felony cases and triggering a three-year U.S. Department of Justice investigation. Following up with a detailed 32-part series on the DOJ's final report, the journalists provided critical context and additional evidence of police misconduct. Surviving Nova (Vice TV) On Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas militants launched a deadly attack on the all-night Nova music festival in Israel, resulting in 1,200 deaths and the taking of more than 200 hostages, which sparked a brutal siege of Gaza. The documentary Surviving Nova by Vice News captures the chilling events through smartphone footage and survivor testimonies, exploring the deep emotions and varied reactions of those affected. The Night Won't End (Fault Lines/Al Jazeera English) Al Jazeera's The Night Won't End highlights the harrowing experiences of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, documenting the relentless attacks on civilians by the Israeli military using U.S.-provided weaponry. By following three families and collaborating with organizations such as Airwars and Forensic Architecture, the broadcast provides comprehensive evidence that underscores the absence of "safe zones" in Gaza while holding America accountable for its complicity. The Only Doctor (Reel South/PBS) The Only Doctor prociles Dr. Karen Kinsell, who runs the sole medical clinic in impoverished Clay County, Ga., highlighting the stark health care disparities in one of the wealthiest countries. Documentarian Matthew Hashiguchi captures her commitment to treating uninsured patients, while also critiquing the procit-driven health care system that threatens her clinic's existence. Blindspot: The Plague in the Shadows This powerful podcast reframes the AIDS crisis as a widespread, deeply interconnected struggle too often ignored by mainstream society. Through six episodes cilled with cirsthand accounts, it highlights the resilience and solidarity that emerged in the absence of national leadership. In the Dark: The Killings in Haditha In the Dark: The Killings in Haditha delves into the tragic 2005 massacre in which U.S. marines killed numerous Iraqi civilians in Haditha, revealing the profound anguish of the victims' families and the lack of accountability from the American government. Through nine meticulously researched episodes, reporter Madeleine Baran and her team uncover the dismissive and revealing responses from military ofcicials, highlighting the damaging impact of the U.S. wars on terror. Pulse: The Untold Story The 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting, initially portrayed in the media as a hate crime driven by shooter Omar Mateen's struggles with his sexuality, is revealed by reporter Trevor Aaronson to be instead a crime that stemmed from his opposition to U.S. military actions in Iraq and Syria. Through extensive investigation, Aaronson uncovers how the FBI's narrative shaped public perception and obscured its own failures, leading to critical questions about institutional accountability and the politicization of memory. Yousef, Youmna, Banias, and Majd: Four Lives in Gaza Chana Joffe-Walt's collection of stories for This American Life emphasizes the individual human experiences often overshadowed by the statistics surrounding the Gaza conflict, focusing on the personal struggles of people like aid worker Yousef Hammash and reporter Youmna El Sayed. Through intimate phone conversations, Joffe-Walt captures their raw vulnerability and resilience, witnessing and conveying the realities of life in a war-torn region. 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CNN
14-05-2025
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CNN Renews 'Have I Got News For You' For a Third Season
May 14th, 2025 SERIES PRODUCED BY HAT TRICK PRODUCTIONS FOR CNN ORIGINALS NEW YORK – (May 14, 2025) – CNN announced today that Have I Got News For You has been renewed for a third season. The American version of the long-running UK comedy series is hosted by Roy Wood Jr. along with team captains Amber Ruffin and Michael Ian Black. Produced by Hat Trick Productions for CNN Originals, the third season of Have I Got News for You premieres Saturday, September 6 at 9pm ET/PT on CNN. 'Now that we know that none of us will be Pope, we proudly announce our return for Season 3 of Have I Got News For You this fall,' said Wood Jr., Ruffin and Black in a joint statement. ' Have I Got News For You continues to serve as a humorous reprieve for audiences on Saturday nights without ever losing its bite,' said Amy Entelis, executive vice president of talent, CNN Originals and creative development for CNN Worlwide. 'The continued success of our Saturday primetime lineup shows that topical entertainment programming is resonating with CNN viewers.' CNN will also expand its Have I Got News For You brand with a new multiplatform approach, including a companion CNN Podcast that will launch this summer. For exclusive show content, follow @HIGNFYUS on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X. 'We're pleased and proud that CNN have asked us to come back and find what's funny in the news on Saturdays this Fall,' said Jimmy Mulville, executive producer for Hat Trick Productions. Always relevant and of-the-moment, Have I Got News For You serves up a smart and edgy take on the news of the week, as the comic trio guides a rotating collection of guests through an array of games and quick-witted panel conversations that test their knowledge of current events. Joining CNN's encore presentation of Real Time with Bill Maher , the network's Saturday primetime lineup of topical entertainment programming has made CNN a top cable destination on Saturday nights. Notable guests from season two of Have I Got News For You included Representative Jasmine Crockett, Representative Ro Khanna, Representative Mike Lawler, Tim Ryan, George Wallace, George Conway, Alyssa Farrah Griffin, Andy Richter, Nimesh Patel, Alex Edelman, Dave Foley, Eugene Mirman and more. All episodes of Have I Got News For You are available to stream now on Max. Have I Got News For You is executive produced by Jim Biederman, Jimmy Mulville and Richard Wilson for Hat Trick Productions. ### About CNN Originals The CNN Originals group develops, produces and acquires original, long-form unscripted programming for CNN Worldwide. Amy Entelis, executive vice president of talent, CNN Originals and creative development, oversees the award-winning CNN Originals portfolio that includes the following premium content brands: CNN Original Series, CNN Films, CNN Flashdocs, and CNN Studios. Since 2012, the team has overseen and executive produced more than 45 multi-part documentary series and 60 feature-length documentary films, earning more than 110 awards and 445 nominations for the cable network, including CNN Films' first Academy Award® for Navalny . Acclaimed titles include the Peabody Award winning and 13-time Emmy® Award-winning Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown ; five time Emmy® nominee, Apollo 11 , directed by Todd Douglas Miller; Carville: Winning is Everything, Stupid directed by Matt Tyrnauer; Emmy® nominated Eva Longoria: Searching for Mexico ; the Emmy® Award-nominated 'Decades Series': The Sixties , The Seventies , The Eighties , The Nineties , The 2000s , and The 2010s, executive produced by Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman; The Last Movie Stars , directed by Ethan Hawke about the lives and careers of actors and humanitarians Joanne Woodward and Paul Newman; the Emmy® Award winning Little Richard: I Am Everything , directed by Lisa Cortés; Luther Vandross: Never Too Much , directed by Dawn Porter; The Many Lives of Martha Stewart ; Primetime Emmy® and duPont-Columbia Award-winning, RBG , directed by Betsy West and Julie Cohen; See It Loud: The History of Black Television , executive produced by LeBron James and Maverick Carter; Space Shuttle Columbia: The Final Flight in partnership with the BBC; the Producers Guild Award and three-time Emmy® Award-winning Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy ; T his is Life with Lisa Ling ; BAFTA nominee and Directors Guild Award winner, Three Identical Strangers , directed by Tim Wardle; the five-time Emmy® Award-winning United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell ; the American version of the long-running UK comedy series, Have I Got News For You , hosted by Roy Wood Jr; and the five-time Emmy® Award-winning The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper . CNN Originals can be seen on CNN, the CNN Original Hub on Max and discovery+, the CNN Originals FAST channel, and for pay TV subscription via CNN apps and cable operator platforms. About Hat Trick Productions Hat Trick Productions is one of the UK's leading independent production and distribution companies, co-founded and run by Jimmy Mulville. For over 30 years Hat Trick has been producing critically and commercially successful content for outlets in the US and UK. Hit shows include Whose Line Is It Anyway? (ABC/CW) Episodes (BBC/Showtime) and Derry Girls (Netflix/Channel 4). Have I Got News For You is the UK's longest-running comedy show, now in its 35th year and winner of every major British television award. CNN Originals Press Contacts:
Yahoo
08-04-2025
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Andrea Mitchell, ‘Saturday Night Live' To Receive Honorary Peabody Awards
The Peabody Awards organization said Tuesday that NBC News' Andrea Mitchell will receive the Peabody Career Achievement Award and Saturday Night Live the Peabody Institutional Award as part of the 68th annual Peabody Awards ceremony, set to take place June 1 at the Beverly Wilshire. Roy Wood Jr is set to host the annual ceremony, which is being held on the West Coast for the first time. The awards, bestowed since 1940, honor the year's best stories that 'defend public interest, encourage empathy and expand our understanding of the world' across the categories of entertainment, documentary, news, podcast/radio, arts, children's and youth, immersive and interactive media, and public service programming. More from Deadline Roy Wood Jr. To Host 2025 Peabody Awards Peabody Awards Sets 2025 Ceremony Date In Return To L.A. Deadline's Contenders Television Streaming Site Launches Nominees for the Peabodys will be revealed April 15 and April 17, with winnersannounced May 1. 'Andrea Mitchell has been setting the standard for news correspondents with unparalleled coverage of politics and foreign policy for more than three decades. She has quite literally traveled the globe to bring us stories that have shaped history,' said Jeffrey Jones, executive director of Peabody, in announcing the honorees. 'And Saturday Night Live is a cultural touchstone that has kept audiences tuning in for five decades through its cutting-edge sketch comedy, pinpoint political satire, and always relevant musical guests. We are thrilled to recognize Mitchell and the SNL community with these special Peabody honors.' Mitchell, a former Peabody winner who joined NBC News in 1978 and has covered every presidential campaign for the network since 1980, signed off from her long-running MSNBC show Andrea Mitchell Reports in February. She remains at NBC News as chief Washington correspondent and chief foreign affairs correspondent. Recent Peabody Career Achievement honorees include Mel Brooks, Lily Tomlin and fellow broadcast journalist Dan Rather. Saturday Night Live is in the middle of celebrating its 50th season on NBC, created by Lorne Michaels who still runs the late-night sketch comedy show. The three-time Peabody winner has also won 101 Emmys, and is likely up for more for the current season after its packed three-hour primetime Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary Special. Recent Peabody Institutional Award winners include Star Trek, Today, NPR's Fresh Air with Terry Gross and Ava DuVernay's Array. Best of Deadline Brad Pitt's Apple 'F1' Movie: Everything We Know So Far Everything We Know About 'Tron: Ares' So Far Everything We Know About 'Only Murders In The Building' Season 5 So Far
