Best Podcast Episodes About Academy Awards
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Updated: Mar 31, 2026 – 30 episodes
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Top Podcast Clips About Academy Awards
“… these talking points about come see me in the good light You're fluent with that right now. Yeah, yeah. I had the same. I just went to the Queer Tea Awards for the first time. Have you been to those?”
“… that's going on. Yeah. And you would think like, oh, you've had time to. And I thought, well, I will. And I going to put this together while we sitting there during you know the ceremony Yeah Yeah And but also when you so used to you been having all these talking points about come see me in the good light You're fluent with that right now. Yeah, yeah. I had the same. I just went to the Queer Tea Awards for the first time. Have you been to those?”
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Mae hilariously recounts the chaos of winning an award while scrambling to prepare a speech on the spot. The blend of nerves, humor, and unexpected moments creates a relatable and entertaining story about the pressure of public speaking at prestigious events.
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“… of the nominated films come out. So you got Paul Meskel, you got my beloved Gwyneth Paltrow, Chase Infinity, Wagner Mora, Del Rey Lindo. like five awards show like beloveds yes all on stage very smart move by the academy yeah and and they did the thing that they sometimes do during the acting categories but they had each actor speak to their casting agent um so it was great and then cassandra kulakundis was just was hype and you know like was like whooping then she was like paul 10 movies like we've been doing this she was also like i can't believe i have an oscar before you because it was …”
“And they also, because it was the first time that best casting was given out, they had five actors, one from each of the nominated films come out. So you got Paul Meskel, you got my beloved Gwyneth Paltrow, Chase Infinity, Wagner Mora, Del Rey Lindo. like five awards show like beloveds yes all on stage very smart move by the academy yeah and and they did the thing that they sometimes do during the acting categories but they had each actor speak to their casting agent um so it was great and then cassandra kulakundis was just was hype and you know like was like whooping then she was like paul 10 movies like we've been doing this she was also like i can't believe i have an oscar before you because it was handed out which was which was funny and they were charming so that not only because of its significance in the you know the oscar count for the night but just because that was a fun moment um what else what am i forgetting my i mean autumn probably my favorite way of the night which is because i didn't think it was going to happen i was fairly certain …”
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Michael B. Jordan's win for Best Actor was a moving and well-deserved highlight of a largely predictable but satisfying Oscars ceremony.
“… a dog. Yeah. I mean, it's, it's crazy when you get back to California, you're like, God, all the rules. I know. Speaking of California, the Actors Awards were the other night on Netflix. And I just, I just decided, I go, it was on Netflix. I was like, I should check out the first 10 minutes just to see how repugnant this is. And the very first thing they did, they'd already lost me. Okay. So. I haven't watched it yet. Well. I saw clips of the in memoriam though, and it did make me sad how many people we lost in 2025. Try having your dog die two hours earlier and then realizing that Flo from …”
“… do you guys do with the body? Like, what do you do with the body then? Why does the city of L.A. let you do something with the body? I listen, I, the city, first off, I just got back from Texas where you could just do what you wanted. You can shoot a dog. Yeah. I mean, it's, it's crazy when you get back to California, you're like, God, all the rules. I know. Speaking of California, the Actors Awards were the other night on Netflix. And I just, I just decided, I go, it was on Netflix. I was like, I should check out the first 10 minutes just to see how repugnant this is. And the very first thing they did, they'd already lost me. Okay. So. I haven't watched it yet. Well. I saw clips of the in memoriam though, and it did make me sad how many people we lost in 2025. Try having your dog die two hours earlier and then realizing that Flo from Alice is gone. And so has everybody you watch growing up. So what they, yeah, I watched that thing last, the memoriam too. And I was like, ah, Phil. Lucy. Hey, we all like a little bit of nicotine, right? I know I do. And I like something after a long day's work. It's nice to relax, and that's why I use Lucy. They're 100% pure nicotine that's always …”
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In a hilarious critique of the recent Actors Awards, the host reflects on the absurdity of actors celebrating their own importance while ignoring the audience. The segment takes a sharp turn as they question the lack of diversity in the award presentations, highlighting the irony of self-congratulatory speeches that miss the mark on genuine representation.
“… pregnant. Seven months pregnant. She and I chatted about being really pregnant at an award show. I was super pregnant at the Screen Actors Guild Awards. That's what they were called back when we were nominated as a show. And she and I talked about just like navigating that night in like a big, long, flowy dress and just like, get me home.”
“… my gosh, will you tell your mom I said hi? And then I was like, what am I saying? I just turned into like that like dorky aunt. So she was on my list as well. And another person on my list was Wunmi Mosaku from Sinners. She was lovely. And seven months pregnant. Seven months pregnant. She and I chatted about being really pregnant at an award show. I was super pregnant at the Screen Actors Guild Awards. That's what they were called back when we were nominated as a show. And she and I talked about just like navigating that night in like a big, long, flowy dress and just like, get me home.”
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The segment takes a hilarious turn when Jenna transforms into a dorky aunt while trying to connect with Odessa Desion, awkwardly asking her to say hi to her mom. The relatable anxiety of meeting celebrities is palpable, especially when Jenna reminisces about navigating award shows while pregnant, making it both funny and endearing.
“… Warner Brothers Superman Warner Brothers Thunderbolts Disney Oh Tough year This is a pretty easy one It's sinners Wait has Superman gotten any awards here? No Did we only get one MCU award? Fantastic Four won yeah yeah i mean only what sinners and andor are gonna win almost every award they're winning every award they're eligible for next year let's put wonder man in the mix why not a peak behind the curtain we we were like if we put sinners into the into the denomination it's gonna sweep and that's kind of what happened right and so you know obviously kugler everybody involved shout out to …”
“… nominees The movies that were the best So last year there were movies that came out And then we decided What we would do is we would give you guys A chance to tell us which one was the best You're the nominees It's time K-pop demon hunters Netflix Sinners Warner Brothers Superman Warner Brothers Thunderbolts Disney Oh Tough year This is a pretty easy one It's sinners Wait has Superman gotten any awards here? No Did we only get one MCU award? Fantastic Four won yeah yeah i mean only what sinners and andor are gonna win almost every award they're winning every award they're eligible for next year let's put wonder man in the mix why not a peak behind the curtain we we were like if we put sinners into the into the denomination it's gonna sweep and that's kind of what happened right and so you know obviously kugler everybody involved shout out to them we're in love you know i'm saying but we knew what was gonna happen once we put sinners in the mix so when we talk about these movies what is the criteria. What do we mean when we say that? No, no, no. You put it on film. And what do we mean when we say movie? Well, for... or for like why is it why is it eligible for a mercy why is it eligible …”
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The film 'Sinners' has dominated the awards circuit, sweeping every category it was nominated for, including Best Movie. As the podcast hosts discuss the nominees, they highlight the cultural significance of 'Sinners' compared to superhero films like Superman and Marvel's offerings, emphasizing its genre-defining qualities. With the anticipation building for upcoming shows like 'Daredevil' and 'House of the Dragon,' the conversation reflects on the evolving landscape of entertainment.
“10 foot by 11 foot, and just sit on the floor. But there was a TV. It was color. And we'd watch it. And my grandfather was in the Academy because he got nominated for adapted screenplay or something like that. Interesting. Yeah, a million years ago. Affairs of Susan. So it was a point. It was the only thing we had to hang our hat on is this guy from Hungary who was a playwright who came here who had some success as a writer. And that he made his living writing for Gunsmoke and Bonanza and wrote The Mole People and weird sci-fi stuff. he actually got nominated in like 1948. That's …”
“10 foot by 11 foot, and just sit on the floor. But there was a TV. It was color. And we'd watch it. And my grandfather was in the Academy because he got nominated for adapted screenplay or something like that. Interesting. Yeah, a million years ago. Affairs of Susan. So it was a point. It was the only thing we had to hang our hat on is this guy from Hungary who was a playwright who came here who had some success as a writer. And that he made his living writing for Gunsmoke and Bonanza and wrote The Mole People and weird sci-fi stuff. he actually got nominated in like 1948. That's a big swing. For the like Affairs of Susan. Like adapted something. Didn't get an Oscar. But they were in, they were now in the Academy. They would get screeners. And so the Oscars were kind of the one thing my family, that was all we had. And then outside of that, he was a step grandfather. But outside of that, for the Corollas, it was a fast …”
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In a hilarious twist, the host reflects on how his family's only claim to fame—the Oscars—became a source of disappointment after his mom's reaction to his writing gig. The funniest moment comes when he realizes that despite his success, his mother never asked about it again, leaving him to ponder the irony of being in a prestigious club that his mom now disdains.
“Best kid performance 17 years and under. Now, I think it's been acclaimed. Jacoby Jupe in Hamnet is if this actually was at the Academy Awards, he would win in a walk. He's not represented in our awards here today. I think maybe just because Hamnet is dominating. Yes. Here are the nominees. Everett Blunk for The Plague. Carrie Christopher for Weapons. Jonah Wren Phillips for Bring Her Back. He was the little demon boy. Oh. Alfie Williams for 28 Years Later. Lexi Venter for Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight. I just saw this movie yesterday. Really good performance. I did not see it. …”
“Best kid performance 17 years and under. Now, I think it's been acclaimed. Jacoby Jupe in Hamnet is if this actually was at the Academy Awards, he would win in a walk. He's not represented in our awards here today. I think maybe just because Hamnet is dominating. Yes. Here are the nominees. Everett Blunk for The Plague. Carrie Christopher for Weapons. Jonah Wren Phillips for Bring Her Back. He was the little demon boy. Oh. Alfie Williams for 28 Years Later. Lexi Venter for Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight. I just saw this movie yesterday. Really good performance. I did not see it. And Nina Yeh for Left-Handed Girl. I think there's a front runner in this category. Alfie Williams? No, I think it's Carrie Christopher. Oh, Carrie Christopher. That's, yeah. He's the little boy in Weapons. Okay. I love him. Yeah. What a hard job. It's very Haley Joel Osment without the training. So there's kind of like a like an immediacy. Yes. An …”
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Carrie Christopher's performance in 'Weapons' showcases the unique challenges child actors face, especially when portraying fear. Unlike seasoned actors, kids must tap into raw emotions without extensive training, making their performances both immediate and authentic. This discussion highlights the depth of their craft amidst a competitive landscape of young talent.
“… lawrence that there's a weird thing here where like no one's talking about this but that he leo is leo he's very understood to be great you know the academy for years kind of gave him the stiff arm but that this is a bit of a culmination and then there's two things to note here one is that bafta is usually the bellwether they've matched on best actor nine out of the past 10 years so the robert armaya win really throws this thing into a state of disrepair sag also and that is where the michael b jordan prediction comes if not for that sag win no one would be predicting him to win but sag has been …”
“… that Leo was in second place at BAFTA and that the case for Leo. Okay. who has not been campaigning as much in the last couple of weeks yeah that's because he's filming a movie yes which i'm very grateful for with martin scorsese and jennifer lawrence that there's a weird thing here where like no one's talking about this but that he leo is leo he's very understood to be great you know the academy for years kind of gave him the stiff arm but that this is a bit of a culmination and then there's two things to note here one is that bafta is usually the bellwether they've matched on best actor nine out of the past 10 years so the robert armaya win really throws this thing into a state of disrepair sag also and that is where the michael b jordan prediction comes if not for that sag win no one would be predicting him to win but sag has been off an actor and actress in three out of the last six years sag is just not super predictive we just saw last year demi moore and timothy chalamet that's one best actor and best actress and they both lost at the Academy Awards. I agree with you. And I was trying to talk myself out of this. And then also, by the way, so I am picking Michael B. Jordan. …”
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Michael B. Jordan's win for Best Actor is seen as a surprising yet deserved victory, highlighting his standout performance in a competitive year.
The Oscars race is a battle between precedent and vibes, with 'One Battle After Another' potentially making historic wins despite strong competition from 'Sinners'.
Michael B. Jordan's win is seen as part of a broader 'vibe shift' in the awards race, reflecting uncertainty and a split between traditional frontrunners and emerging favorites.
“… like, the reason I'm not there is because I got a neck lift because, quote, I'm tired of looking like a melting candle, so I had to skip the Academy Awards. No drama. Everything is fine. So you read that out, but I didn't hear the beginning where you said the name, so I thought you were saying that was Sean Penn's explanation for why he admitted me. He's fine looking like a melting candle. Yeah, melting is his thing. I always argue he looks more like a boot left out in the rain. I mean, I agree that I think the Bridesmaids thing was really fun. I thought that doubling up presenters doing two …”
“… so that I mean, I do love a montage as well But I feel like it does stop the thing dead Like momentum dead And so instead to be like We're going to get the bridesmaids except for Wendy McClendon-Covey, who iconically posted on Instagram during the ceremony, like, the reason I'm not there is because I got a neck lift because, quote, I'm tired of looking like a melting candle, so I had to skip the Academy Awards. No drama. Everything is fine. So you read that out, but I didn't hear the beginning where you said the name, so I thought you were saying that was Sean Penn's explanation for why he admitted me. He's fine looking like a melting candle. Yeah, melting is his thing. I always argue he looks more like a boot left out in the rain. I mean, I agree that I think the Bridesmaids thing was really fun. I thought that doubling up presenters doing two categories I think helped keep the show moving along Especially Downey Jr and Evans who were really just kind of charlie between those guys really just made me long i made some joke about it on twitter but it's called actually it is like i mean maybe it doesn't matter because just rdj was under rehearse or whatever but like man 10 years ago when …”
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This year's Oscars cleverly integrated anniversary tributes into the presentation format, avoiding the usual momentum-killing montages. The segment highlights a humorous moment involving Wendy McClendon-Covey's Instagram post about skipping the ceremony due to a neck lift, alongside the dynamic between presenters Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans, which felt out of touch with current cultural trends. The discussion also touches on the awkward cutoffs during acceptance speeches, showcasing both the highs and lows of the ceremony's presentation style.
“… for the entire crew thank you guys There we go. Question for you before we get to the next category. You have won an actual Oscar. You've won an Academy Award. What do you think is more meaningful? Receiving an Oscar or receiving an honorary Versi here? I think the Versi is way, way, way ahead. It's not even close. It's a big deal. Big deal in the industry? Yeah, big deal in the industry. There are fewer of them. Yeah, exactly. Fire or win. Will we do 24 next year? I'll tell you something else. I'll tell you something else about the Oscars. Tell us something else about the Oscars. They were …”
“… to thank Kevin Feige I'd like to thank Pedro Pascal continue to live your life I'd like to thank everyone that was involved in making this my agent everybody over at WME, Ari Emanuel, everyone we all did this together but I'm going to take this home for the entire crew thank you guys There we go. Question for you before we get to the next category. You have won an actual Oscar. You've won an Academy Award. What do you think is more meaningful? Receiving an Oscar or receiving an honorary Versi here? I think the Versi is way, way, way ahead. It's not even close. It's a big deal. Big deal in the industry? Yeah, big deal in the industry. There are fewer of them. Yeah, exactly. Fire or win. Will we do 24 next year? I'll tell you something else. I'll tell you something else about the Oscars. Tell us something else about the Oscars. They were giving them away in the 50s. like for free the 40s I'm saying anything that was given away back then it's kind of dubious the versity started in the woke era are you saying that which means we're more diverse we're more cutting edge a lot of things that we have you're saying that the Bill Russell's MVPs are all garbage I'm saying anything happened …”
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Julia Garner argues that winning an honorary Versi is more meaningful than an Oscar, highlighting the exclusivity and significance of the award. The discussion also touches on the legacy of the Oscars and the evolving nature of awards in the entertainment industry, particularly in light of recent popular shows like 'The Last of Us' and 'Andor'.
“… in our consciousness for very long. That's why ratings are down, by the way, way down. This is from the Hollywood Reporter, quote, Sunday's 98th Academy Awards drew 17.86 million viewers on ABC and Hulu based on Nielsen's Big Data Plus panel ratings. That down about 9 from last year Oscars which drew 19 million viewers for a post high and the smallest audience for the award since 2022 when 16 million people watched The show delivered a 3 rating among adults 18 to 49 a 14 decline from last year So they dropped 14% of the key demographic, and that's including streaming numbers. They tried to boost the …”
“things. And there are so many choices, such an infinite array of options all the time that no particular piece of content can remain in our consciousness for very long. That's why ratings are down, by the way, way down. This is from the Hollywood Reporter, quote, Sunday's 98th Academy Awards drew 17.86 million viewers on ABC and Hulu based on Nielsen's Big Data Plus panel ratings. That down about 9 from last year Oscars which drew 19 million viewers for a post high and the smallest audience for the award since 2022 when 16 million people watched The show delivered a 3 rating among adults 18 to 49 a 14 decline from last year So they dropped 14% of the key demographic, and that's including streaming numbers. They tried to boost the numbers as much as they could, and it's still a big drop. Unless some kind of stunt is involved, say somebody gets slapped on stage, or they announced the wrong best picture winner or something, then there's basically nobody who even pretends to care about the awards anymore. Now, for comparison, the Oscars had around 45 million views in 1996. …”
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The Oscars have lost cultural relevance because films today exist in a fractured landscape, making it unlikely for any to become lasting cultural sensations.
“… so sad. Yeah. And you know, Train Dreams. People like it. Well, also Train Dreams is on Netflix. So it's like, that's confusing. Will that be at the Academy Awards? I don't think so. No, of course. Yeah, it was in theaters. But again, it's a joke release to get to qualify for that. It's just not, it wasn't in 3000 theaters the way it would have been in the early 2000s. I don't think that matters necessarily. Like Sentimental Value also will be nominated. Great movie. No other choice. Yeah, I haven't seen that. This amount of movies came out in one month in 2002.”
“… picture. And it's like, right now it's like, you either want Marty Supreme or One Battle After Another. Like you're, there's your 50, 50 shot. Well, no, I mean, Hamnet won the Golden Globe and people really liked that, but also it's supposed to be so sad. Yeah. And you know, Train Dreams. People like it. Well, also Train Dreams is on Netflix. So it's like, that's confusing. Will that be at the Academy Awards? I don't think so. No, of course. Yeah, it was in theaters. But again, it's a joke release to get to qualify for that. It's just not, it wasn't in 3000 theaters the way it would have been in the early 2000s. I don't think that matters necessarily. Like Sentimental Value also will be nominated. Great movie. No other choice. Yeah, I haven't seen that. This amount of movies came out in one month in 2002.”
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The Oscars are becoming less relevant as the film industry shrinks, with only a handful of notable films each year. Once a showcase of diverse, quality cinema, the awards now struggle to find worthy contenders amidst a landscape dominated by big-budget spectacles and a lack of mid-range films. This shift raises questions about the future significance of the Oscars in celebrating true cinematic achievement.
“… Nobody's getting killed. There's none of that. It's just there is some unbelievable acting. And Ethan Hawke is, you know, worthy of winning the Academy Award. He won't, but certainly it's an incredible performance. And I don't know how many people are going to see a movie about, you know, before Rodgers and Hammerstein, the music duo, Broadway, you had the predecessor. Was it Rodgers and Hart? And he plays the role of Hart in this movie. And he's an alcoholic. Complicated role, but if you get a chance, you've got to be in the mood to watch it. but Ethan Hawke does an incredible, incredible …”
“… So if you want to really throw Hail Mary out there. Okay. There's a movie called Blue Moon with Ethan Hawke. He's nominated for Best Actor. It's some of the best acting I have seen in a long, long time. And there's not much to the movie. No explosions. Nobody's getting killed. There's none of that. It's just there is some unbelievable acting. And Ethan Hawke is, you know, worthy of winning the Academy Award. He won't, but certainly it's an incredible performance. And I don't know how many people are going to see a movie about, you know, before Rodgers and Hammerstein, the music duo, Broadway, you had the predecessor. Was it Rodgers and Hart? And he plays the role of Hart in this movie. And he's an alcoholic. Complicated role, but if you get a chance, you've got to be in the mood to watch it. but Ethan Hawke does an incredible, incredible job. Yeah, Pauline? No CGI, no car chases? No, no, no. None of that. None of that. Just good old movie making. What else, Dylan? This is a big one for you, Dan. You want best supporting actor? I know you have a strong opinion about this. Yeah, Sean Penn. Yes. Sean Penn is minus 350 to win it, followed by Skarsgård. Yes, he is. Okay. As soon as I …”
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Ethan Hawke delivers an extraordinary performance in 'Blue Moon,' a film devoid of explosions or CGI, showcasing pure acting talent. Despite its understated narrative about a Broadway duo, Hawke's portrayal of a troubled character leaves a lasting impact, proving he's deserving of an Academy Award, even if he may not win. This discussion also touches on the competitive landscape for Best Actor, with Michael B. Jordan and Timothée Chalamet in the running.
“… the Golden Globes. I can't wait. They're doing a special reading of a secret episode of Welcome to Night Vale. I don't know what the different awards are even for. Golden Globes and Oscars are two different movie awards, but there are also other award ceremonies. The Few, the Proud, the Marines. That's not one. It's like, let me think of some other awards. If I had to guess, I think the Oscars, the Academy Awards are more prestigious. I think it has to do with the voting. the academy awards the academy votes on them i don't know who votes on the golden globes but it's not the it's not the …”
“… wanted to make sure. No, I'm not. Whoa, hey, whoa, I'm not lying. I'm going to the Golden Globes. Yeah, he's going to buy a pass. I'm going to buy a three-day pass. I'm going to get a meet and greet. We start scheduling stuff. I love the gaming panels, the Golden Globes. I can't wait. They're doing a special reading of a secret episode of Welcome to Night Vale. I don't know what the different awards are even for. Golden Globes and Oscars are two different movie awards, but there are also other award ceremonies. The Few, the Proud, the Marines. That's not one. It's like, let me think of some other awards. If I had to guess, I think the Oscars, the Academy Awards are more prestigious. I think it has to do with the voting. the academy awards the academy votes on them i don't know who votes on the golden globes but it's not the it's not the film academy of whatever the fuck the academy is or whatever but like also doesn't the golden globes also do tv i believe it does movies but also television awards i think maybe i'm not i should know this and this is me talking about this is going to get me excluded from any possible thing ever but you could still win a country music award top hit on …”
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After waiting ages for a car recall fix, Bob hilariously discovers his car still reminds him of the recall after repairs. The absurdity escalates as he compares the Golden Globes and Oscars, leading to a mix of confusion and laughter over award shows. It's a relatable tale of frustration and comedic banter about the entertainment industry.
“… attached to a cold, unfeeling waitress played by a woman who will ultimately destroy them both. This is Betty Davis' fifth film. It's her first Academy Award nomination. We're on the eve of the Oscars. She got this nomination via write-in vote. So this movie is important for a few reasons. One, this is the year Frank Capra's It Happened One Night, which is one of only three movies to win all five of the top five awards. Do you know the other two movies? Silence of the Lambs. Silence of the Lambs is one. Oh, I know this. We did this on Rewatchables. What was it? One Floor of the Cuckoo's Nest. …”
“… Okay. Of Human Bondage from 1934 is playing on the television being watched by John Turturro and Jacqueline Giroux in that sequence. That's the movie that you hear when Chance shows up. So it's about a young man played by Leslie Howard who finds himself attached to a cold, unfeeling waitress played by a woman who will ultimately destroy them both. This is Betty Davis' fifth film. It's her first Academy Award nomination. We're on the eve of the Oscars. She got this nomination via write-in vote. So this movie is important for a few reasons. One, this is the year Frank Capra's It Happened One Night, which is one of only three movies to win all five of the top five awards. Do you know the other two movies? Silence of the Lambs. Silence of the Lambs is one. Oh, I know this. We did this on Rewatchables. What was it? One Floor of the Cuckoo's Nest. God damn it. That picture director actor actress and screenplay This was the first of only Sinners is going to take it We haven taping after the Oscars Sinners will be the fourth Probably not because it not nominated for Best Actress Still going to be the fourth This was the first of only two years in which writing candidates were permitted. A …”
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Bette Davis' nomination for 'Of Human Bondage' in 1934 was a game-changer for the Oscars, as it introduced the write-in ballot after her snub. This led to an iconic moment when Claudette Colbert rushed back to accept her award after being announced while on a train. The segment highlights how this pivotal event reflects the evolving nature of the Academy Awards and the significance of character development in storytelling.
“… The Oscars have been in a state of precipitous decline for decades in part because nobody has seen the movies that are competing for the prestigious Academy Awards But it also because the ceremony has become a left agitprop fest Last night no exception The big winner was One Battle After Another a truly egregiously terrible film about the virtues of domestic terrorism against a white supremacist infrastructure. The other big winner was Sinners, a critical race theory remake of From Dawn to Dusk. That's the Tarantino vampire movie. Meh. Conan O'Brien, formerly a human who was funny, told a bunch of stale …”
“… or the whole health system supplements as a preferred customer today. I think that's probably what's happening. Well, speaking of people who get paid money to play parts on screen, the Oscars were last night. I know you didn't watch. Nobody watched. The Oscars have been in a state of precipitous decline for decades in part because nobody has seen the movies that are competing for the prestigious Academy Awards But it also because the ceremony has become a left agitprop fest Last night no exception The big winner was One Battle After Another a truly egregiously terrible film about the virtues of domestic terrorism against a white supremacist infrastructure. The other big winner was Sinners, a critical race theory remake of From Dawn to Dusk. That's the Tarantino vampire movie. Meh. Conan O'Brien, formerly a human who was funny, told a bunch of stale jokes about how much Republicans suck. I should warn you, tonight could get political, okay? And if that makes you uncomfortable, there's an alternate Oscars being hosted by Kid Rock. Yeah, it's at the Dave & Buster's down the street. A lot of tickets for that. Wow, I mean, how much Hollywood loves Hollywood? Now, all those people who don't agree …”
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The Oscars have become a political farce, with ratings plummeting as the ceremony prioritizes leftist agendas over genuine entertainment. This year featured cringe-worthy jokes and films glorifying domestic terrorism, leaving viewers wondering if anyone actually watched. As Conan O'Brien struggled to connect with younger audiences, the event's decline reflects Hollywood's disconnection from the public.
“… You will get more business. You'll get more pitches or invited into those pitches. Yeah, because for the creatives in the agencies, if they win awards, they can lobby for a bonus at the end of the year. I think that that's the other thing. It's like there are real-world impacts to people's mortgages, homes, you know. I mean it's all very real. And every time somebody's like, oh, awards don't matter or awards are silly or whatever else, I'm like, no, they have a real huge part of this ecosystem that does translate into real life changes for the people in the industry. It helps you retain and …”
“… if you're not participating, if you're not being rewarded, then you're not as visible and it will affect your business. As you say, I think that's a clear example of just if you do get into the rankings and you're up there, you will get noticed. You will get more business. You'll get more pitches or invited into those pitches. Yeah, because for the creatives in the agencies, if they win awards, they can lobby for a bonus at the end of the year. I think that that's the other thing. It's like there are real-world impacts to people's mortgages, homes, you know. I mean it's all very real. And every time somebody's like, oh, awards don't matter or awards are silly or whatever else, I'm like, no, they have a real huge part of this ecosystem that does translate into real life changes for the people in the industry. It helps you retain and attract great talent, you know, because honestly, you know, if you aren't doing that and your creators aren't getting the recognition, you know, when they do get an offer from an agency who's doing great work, always winning, they think like, holy shit, if I moved over there, you know, maybe I'll be able to step up. So, yeah, it's a natural thing. …”
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Winning awards in advertising isn't just about glory; it directly impacts an agency's ability to attract talent and secure business. Kevin Swanepoel, CEO of The One Club, explains how a cycle of recognition leads to better portfolios and more pitches, ultimately affecting the livelihoods of creatives. When agencies don't participate, they risk losing visibility and the opportunity to thrive in a competitive market.
“… which was two of the relatively big precursors based on how we've been tracking this God forsaken award season for six months. One is the WGA Awards, which of course, much like the Academy Awards, splits between adapted screenplay and original screenplay. One battle after another, one adapted. Sinners won original. We have learned nothing about the state of this race. It seems chalk. That seems like we know which to pick in those categories. Yes. The other major precursor was the American Society of Cinematographers Awards, which transpired last night. And Michael Bauman won for one battle …”
“Let's talk about the precursors over the weekend quickly. This is not an Oscars podcast, but I at least want to note what happened on Sunday, which was two of the relatively big precursors based on how we've been tracking this God forsaken award season for six months. One is the WGA Awards, which of course, much like the Academy Awards, splits between adapted screenplay and original screenplay. One battle after another, one adapted. Sinners won original. We have learned nothing about the state of this race. It seems chalk. That seems like we know which to pick in those categories. Yes. The other major precursor was the American Society of Cinematographers Awards, which transpired last night. And Michael Bauman won for one battle after another, which means he now has the trifecta of cinematography precursors, which I think means this is over. I do as well, which is not, I think, what we expected and probably not even if I had filled out my predictions on Friday that I would have put down. Yeah. You know there always room for a surprise But I do wonder again it just a really …”
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Pixar's latest film, 'Hoppers,' is making waves in the award circuit, recently sweeping major precursors like the WGA and ASC Awards. With its strong performance, it may be on the verge of historic recognition, indicating a significant comeback for Pixar. The excitement surrounding this film is palpable as we await further developments in the award season.
“… powerful. My reaction to it was like, oh, I guess now I'm an old person and I'm in tears. Well, I did feel like a very old fashioned idea for the Academy Awards, which is not a bad thing. I was thinking we didn't speak about the In Memoriam from the Actor Awards, but I was kind of curious who would get, as Bill Simmons likes to call it, the hammer, the final note. And this was a year where we lost, among many other people, Robert Duvall, Gene Hackman and Diane Keaton, in addition to Robert Redford. And Redford went last at the Actor Awards, and he will probably be last at the Oscars, and that will …”
“… the art and artists that we lost this year. But there's something about the possibility of Barbra Streisand singing like memory from the way we were to Hubble or in memory of Hubble that it, to me, it was just, I was like, wow, the way we were is still powerful. My reaction to it was like, oh, I guess now I'm an old person and I'm in tears. Well, I did feel like a very old fashioned idea for the Academy Awards, which is not a bad thing. I was thinking we didn't speak about the In Memoriam from the Actor Awards, but I was kind of curious who would get, as Bill Simmons likes to call it, the hammer, the final note. And this was a year where we lost, among many other people, Robert Duvall, Gene Hackman and Diane Keaton, in addition to Robert Redford. And Redford went last at the Actor Awards, and he will probably be last at the Oscars, and that will probably segue to a Barbra Streisand performance. You know, sounds good. You don't think she'll soundtrack the whole thing? You think she'll sing through the entire In Memoriam? Well, they've done it before. I think I'll sing through the In Memoriam, and then she can come in for memory. I think that would—what would I sing? When Biscuits Nookie? What …”
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Barbra Streisand may perform a tribute to Robert Redford at the upcoming Oscars, stirring mixed feelings among fans. This discussion also dives into 'The Bride,' a film by Maggie Gyllenhaal based on Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, featuring a unique take on romance and societal change. The hosts share their contrasting views on the film's ambitious storytelling and its cinematic elements.
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