Jason Segel - 'The End of the Tour'

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Jason Segel - 'The End of the Tour'

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Sep 22, 2015

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The popular star of film and TV comedies sits down with THR's awards analyst to discuss his life, career and the dramatic performance — as David Foster Wallace in James Ponsoldt's indie — for which he is receiving supporting actor Oscar buzz.

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Sep 22, 2015

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'Awards Chatter' is a podcast, moderated by The Hollywood Reporter's Scott Feinberg, that features in-depth interviews with the most interesting and accomplished people in show business. Hosted by: Scott Feinberg Produced by: Matthew Whitehurst and Joshua Farnham

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