A podcast by NextBestPicture.com that reviews the latest film and television releases and discusses various topics within the world of the awards season race.
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Best Picture Podcasts
An Oscars Best Picture Podcast where each episode we discuss a different film on the list of Oscar Best Picture Winners! We do a true long form deep dive and talk story, cast, and history of the film! Email us at [email protected] with your thoughts! Follow us on TwitterX, Facebook, Blue Sky, Letterboxd and instagram @bestpicturecast
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An invaluable, unparalleled and only partly-delusional resource for any cinephiles and Oscar-addicts forever obsessing about whether their favorite films, performances and artists will survive another grueling Oscar season. Join us on our noble (futile! compulsive!) mission to track the contenders, mourn the flop-aroonis, cut-down the winners, champion the over-looked and generally forecast the state of the race with “100% accuracy" (results may vary). Need your daily Oscar fix? We got you c ...
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Freelance film critic and obsessive movie nut, Jack Ferdman, gives a detailed analysis of every Best Picture Academy Award winner by diving headfirst into its structure, writing, direction, and acting. He will share his insane passion for cinema with discussions about the random Oscar winner selected in each episode, as well as the many other greats from that calendar year. Join him every second Friday on his journey of re-watching every film that took home the top prize.
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Reguarly seen as a "package deal," lifelong friends and film fanatics Bradley J. Halverson and Carly Corio celebrate their friendship by watching every Best Picture winner in Oscar history. Join them every episode as they recap, review, rate, and rank each Academy Award winner one-at-a-time.
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TLDR; Father/Daughter team watch and review all movies nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture, starting back in 1927. Welcome to Shea Cinema, The Best Picture Project! Join host Sara Shea and her father, William Shea, as they watch and explore every film nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture. Sara and Dad are recreating a project Sara assigned to her high school Film Studies students, which includes contextual historical research, discussing their personal responses to e ...
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The bi-weekly podcast where Tim and Palmer take a look at every OSCARS® Best Picture Nominee from years past. Did the Academy pick the right film? Our hosts will decide.
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Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins review the movies you need to see. Plus: Top 5s, Movie Drafts, Oscars analysis, and more, featuring a rotating cast of Ringer colleagues like Chris Ryan, Van Lathan, and Bill Simmons.
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The Oscars often award "Best Picture" to the wrong movie. Which is why movie experts, Cody Lunsford, Chad Oliver, and Mark Watlington take their job very seriously as they search for and discuss their picks for the best movie of each year they've been alive, all in search for the greatest movie of their lifetime.
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Join Mike and Brian as they reevaluate the top films and Academy Awards nominees from 1999-2009 (plus a whole lot of bonuses), talk trivia and top fives, and address the big question: "Would you keep or kick the Academy's picks for Best Picture?" All that and more on Best Picture This -- where it's always Oscar season!
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The surprising connections in science and technology that give you the Big Picture. Astronomer Seth Shostak and science journalist Molly Bentley are joined each week by leading researchers, techies, and journalists to provide a smart and humorous take on science. Our regular "Skeptic Check" episodes cast a critical eye on pseudoscience.
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Two friends get together to discuss the best picture nominees of each year starting in 1969. We discuss each nominated film in detail breaking down the technical aspects, character development, acting, story presentation, etc. But, we also chat about how they hit us...our emotional reactions. We try hard to let our modern filters fade and put ourselves in the mind frame of the year of release, but we’ll admit...it’s hard. So join us as we dive deep in these films and discuss whether academy ...
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#1 podcast for arguing Box Office success versus #Oscar glory based out of Los Angeles and Indianapolis featuring two dudes that don't know what they're talking about. Like Us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/lunchmod https://www.facebook.com/greenvgold Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/greenvgold https://twitter.com/thecliffdennis https://twitter.com/hoodieandtie Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/thecliffdennis Intro and Outro Music by Royalty Free Music from Ho ...
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A podcast exploring the best and worst family dynamics on screen – the cinematic highs and lows of family behavior, from heartwarming moments to unforgettable dysfunction. Hosted by Jim Groom and Michael Branson Smith
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At Roasts, Reads, and Reels we are reviewing old favorites and sharing newly discovered treasures. Join us in our happy place as we explore the worlds of coffee, books and movies.
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A podcast from Brian Keiper and Michele Eggen about the movies that mean the most
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I'm Daniel Berrios. This is my journey to learn about the movies - the art form I adore - one review, interview, editorial at a time. Take care of yourselves. Take care of each other. Take care of the movies.
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How do your favorite movies from 20, 30, 40, and 50 years ago hold up today? Film fanatics Scotty, Trevor, and Heather look back at movies celebrating anniversaries this year and see how they look with the benefit of hindsight.
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Reviewing Oscar Award Winners while enjoying Oscar Mayer wieners
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Join your hosts Brian and Phil as they break down their top 5 EVERYTHING for your approval, wonder, disappointment, and shame.
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Created and hosted by Joe Aragon with hosts Claira Curtis and Sydney Volpe, House of Cinema is a weekly discussion of all things film. Everything from rankings and casual discussions to Q&As and movie drafts, there's a little bit of something for either the hardcore cinephile or the casual moviegoer! If you love movies, the door is always open at the House of Cinema. Be sure to also check us out on Patreon for exclusive episodes!
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Two best friends force each other to watch movies they wouldn't ordinarily watch and try to declare a winner. Listen each week as Sam and Mandee test the bonds of their friendship by selecting a category, watching some movies, and competing with each other.
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Whether you're a longtime Arizona resident or a newcomer, chances are there's something you've always wondered about the Valley. From The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com comes Valley 101, a weekly podcast where our journalists find answers to your questions about metro Phoenix and beyond. From silly to serious, you tell us what to investigate. You can submit questions at valley101.azcentral.com or reach us on social media @azcentral. This show is hosted by Bill Goodykootz and produced by ...
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A podcast that looks to dismantle the idea that there's only one kind of great art and offer a broader perspective... so to speak. Complete with corny jokes, feminist film theory, and some incredible guests. Host, Megan Cruz, digs deep with trailblazing women and marginalized voices in the film industry and discovers the unique films and influences that shaped them and their approach to making art that defies the odds today.
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The (Nerdy) News That Matters!
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No One is Listening is already your favorite podcast on earth, all you have to do is subscribe & become best friends with (super not famous) hosts Christopher, Dave, & Derrick as they explore a unique topic each episode chosen at random by reaching into the glorious magic sack! The topics are relevant to anyone born in the last century! Each episode is best served chilled or piping hot & comes with an NSFW warning. Definitely not for everyone which is a bummer because we are the only podcast ...
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Get the ultimate insider's scoop on the best new books. The editors at Kirkus Reviews interview your favorite authors, tell you whether or not the books on the bestseller list are worth the read, give you behind-the-scenes insights, and introduce you to great books you may otherwise never find.
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A quest for the best; a search for the worst. A few friends talking about the best and worst of cinema. Hosted by Amy, Brad, and Daniel. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, Podbay, or listen from our website: www.brokenpicturepodcast.com Email us: [email protected]
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The Sports Shop with Reese and K-Mac: The best urban sports talk show heard weekday mornings from 7 to 10 on Buzz Sports Radio, 99.3 FM in Raleigh, NC, 96.5 FM in Durham, 99.9 HD2, and always streaming through WRALSportsFan.
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The Shaw family is on an epic quest to find out which of the Oscar Best Picture winners stands above them all. They’re watching every Academy Award Best Picture Winning film; each episode features two films that share a common thread, pitted against one another in single-elimination. The winner advances to the next round; the loser goes home. It’s a Battle Royale; it’s a Tournament of Champions; it’s March Madness… but with movies. Join Darren, Kendall, Sam, and Ben Shaw (and the occasional ...
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Listen to our show to get real, unfiltered sports discussion. We cover the crazy world of sports in our own way. Every episode is like a heated sports debate with your best friends. Follow us on Twitter at @RaisedbySports The show is hosted by Andre, Calvin, and Wan'ye We are an urban social podcast bringing you the latest news in sports and putting our own spin on it. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy
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Alex and Zach reviewing movies 👍 👎 . An extension of @a.z_moviereview on Instagram.
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The Picture Love Podcast is for people who believe in creating and celebrating our best moments through personal growth, story telling and building community connections. WE UPLIFT: A compassionate host, guests and community hold space to ask questions, share heartfelt and authentic stories that feed the soul. WE INFORM: Through stories, valuable insights, and resources we are equipped with the means to show up as the best possible versions of ourselves. WE INSPIRE: In the presence of one an ...
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Every episode we talk about movies. Reviews, previews, retrospective and of course the "very special" episodes. If you like movies and people talking about movies, listen every other week!
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Rich Dad Radio Show: In-Your-Face Advice on Investing, Personal Finance, & Starting a Business
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Join Robert Kiyosaki, best-selling author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, for The Rich Dad Radio Show — the podcast that challenges conventional financial wisdom and delivers real-world lessons on money, investing, and entrepreneurship. Each week, Robert and his expert guests explore how today's economy affects your wealth and reveal the strategies the rich use to thrive in any market. From real estate to precious metals, stocks to entrepreneurship, Robert breaks down complex financial topics with hum ...
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Porter is a 30 something Nashville native that takes his best friend, Genevieve out on a date...finally. What happens the next day changes his life forever. We follow him as he struggles physically and emotionally over the trauma of what happened and the regression that comes with finding out who’s responsible. CONTENT WARNING: This podcast contains moments of trauma and violence including physical attacks, bombs, and gun violence.
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The Podcast where we rewatch movies so you don't have to!
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Roast Battle has gone global…In June 2022, Roast Battle launched an international league consisting of 7 cities across the world: Tokyo, London, NY, Chicago, Austin, San Diego, and of course our home club at The World Famous Comedy Store in LA. Join Belly Room veterans Pat Barker and Sarah Keller every Tuesday in judging the 5 best Roast Battles of the week from our official RBL divisions. In our series premiere, Pat and Sarah discuss everything Roast Battle has built over its 10 year existe ...
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Sonal Patel, CPMA, CPC, CMC, ICD-10-CM serves as the host on her Paint The Medical Picture Podcast series. The series is focused on providing listeners with the latest healthcare industry news in medical coding, medical billing, auditing, compliance, and reimbursement. It dives into best practice tips to improve clinical documentation and coding accuracy to garner correct reimbursement levels the first time around. The series will also include updates on cases of fraud, waste, and abuse to h ...
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The Best, The Worst, The Obscure takes a look at the Best, Worst, and Obscure gadgets out there now!
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Proving That Anyone Can Get Into Radio.
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Nick Kostos, the undisputed King of Wagertainment, brings you the best bets, hottest takes, and electric energy. Alongside the sharp and charismatic, Femi Abebefe, Nick covers the biggest matchups, latest line movements, and futures markets like no one else. Expect up-to-the-minute coverage of backdoor covers, bad beats, and the emotional highs and lows that come with every bet. This isn’t just sports betting talk—it’s an experience.
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A weekly episodic sports podcast hosted by King Hulie, White Mike, and Hollowpoint. Come for the sports talk, stay for the laughs. They’re just three guys with microphones who are really passionate about sports and decided to record and share their conversation. Contact us at [email protected] Visit www.truthbetoldsportspodcast.com
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NFL Regular Season Wraps Up: Key Takeaways, Records And Playoff Picture Set
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Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss the end of the NFL regular season. The NFL regular season is officially over! What are some takeaways from the NFL season?
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2010 Best Picture nominees For films Released in 2009 Part 2
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Part 2! We continue our new voyage into breaking up the nominees into two parts. The films this time are Inglorious Basterds, Prescious, A Serious Man, UP and Up In The Air The previous films for 2010 were Avatar, The Blind Side, District 9, An Education, and The Hurt Locker. The Hurt Locker was the winner for the year.…
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2026 Preview- Big Announcement Plus a Sneak Peak at the VHS Lounge
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Best Picture Cast Patreon is Here! Sign up today at Patreon.com just search Best Picture Cast! Check out our Best Picture Merch: https://best-picture-cast.creator-spring.com/ Follow us on Social Media, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Letterboxd: @bestpicturecast Visit us on You Tube to see our Live Event for Jurassic Park @Bestpicturecast Email us be…
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Episode 473 - Our Most Anticipated Films Of 2026, Critics Choice Award Winner & SAG/PGA/DGA Nomination Predictions
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For Episode 473, Cody Dericks, Lauren LaMagna, and Dan Bayer join me for this very quick episode on the morning of the Critics' Choice Awards, to give our predictions for what we feel is going to win at tonight's awards ceremony, and what will be nominated for the SAG/PGA/DGA awards this week. We also discuss our most anticipated films of 2026, whi…
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205. Best Picture Showcase: NICKEL BOYS dir. RaMell Ross
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The 26 Most Anticipated Movies of 2026
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Sean and Amanda kick off the New Year by counting down their 26 most anticipated movies of 2026. But before diving in, they do a major run-through of all the things they missed over the holiday break, including a recap of their time off (0:38), box office totals (12:05), and awards (20:36). Then, they dive into their list (46:39). Hosts: Sean Fenne…
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Hour 3 - NFC Playoff Picture, Pete Carroll Fired
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Nick Kostos previews the NFC Playoff bracket and breaks down how he sees the conference shaking out. Plus, Nick reacts to Pete Carroll getting let go as Raiders Head Coach, and gives out his best bets for tonight!
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Hour 2 - Black Monday Firings, NFC Playoff Preview
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Nick Kostos reacts to the Browns firing Kevin Stafanski, the Falcons firing Raheem Morris and the rest of today's NFL coaching moves. Plus, Nick shares his thoughts on Saturday's Seahawks win over the 49ers.
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Hour 1 - Ravens/Steelers, Baltimore Needs to Fire Harbaugh
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Nick Kostos is LIVE! Nick reacts to everything from last night's wild Ravens vs. Steelers win and get in game. Nick explains why John Harbaugh needs to get fired after last night's loss. Plus, Nick breaks down why the Buffalo Bills have no excuses this postseason.
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Nick Kostos wraps up the show with his best bets for tonight in the NBA & College Hoops. Plus, Nick reacts to Trinidad Chambliss coming back to Ole Miss next season pending his eligibility waiver.
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Nick Kostos reacts to the Las Vegas Raiders firing Pete Carroll after one season as Head Coach. Plus, Nick shares his thoughts on the top of the NFL Draft now that the order has been set.
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Nick Kostos reacts how he sees the NFC Playoffs shaking out this postseason. Nick explains why he thinks the NFC will come down to either the Eagles or Rams.
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NFC Playoff Picture, Seahawks vs. 49ers Recap
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Nick Kostos reacts to Saturday's Seahawks vs. 49ers game, and breaks down why he doesn't trust either team to win the NFC.
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Black Monday: Colts Keep Steichen, Giants Retain Joe Schoen
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Nick Kostos reacts to the Indianapolis Colts keeping Shane Steichen as their teams head coach. Plus, Nick reacts to the New York Giants bringing back GM Joe Schoen for another season.
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Indiana Annihilates Alabama In Rose Bowl + Who Is Better: Cam Boozer or Caleb Wilson?
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Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Alabama's defeat in the Rose Bowl, Caleb Wilson vs Cam Boozer and more. In the Rose Bowl College Football Playoff game between Alabama and Indiana, No. 1-seeded Indiana dominated No. 9 Alabama with a 38-3 victory, marking the Hoosiers’ first ever Rose Bowl win and sending them into the CFP semifinals. With the vict…
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Black Monday: Raheem Morris & Kevin Stefanski Fired
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Nick Kostos reacts to all of the latest NFL coaching moves, including the firings of Raheem Morris & Kevin Stefanski.
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No Excuse for the Buffalo Bills in the Playoffs
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Nick Kostos wraps up the first hour with his breakdown of the AFC Playoffs and why he believes the Bills have NO excuse this postseason.
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NFL: Raheem Morris Fired, Myles Garrett Breaks Sack Record + Alabama Destroyed In Rose Bowl
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Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Raheem Morris being fired, Myles Garrett setting a sack record, Alabama's loss in the Rose Bowl and more. The Atlanta Falcons fired head coach Raheem Morris yesterday, shortly after their regular-season finale. Morris’s tenure with the team lasted two seasons, during which the Falcons posted back-to-back 8‑9 record…
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College Football Playoff + Should NBA G League Players Be Allowed To Return To College Basketball?
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Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the NFL playoff preview, college football playoffs and more. The NFL regular season is officially over! What playoff and wildcard matchups should we be lookig forward to? The College Football Semifinals are almost here in the form of the Fiesta Bowl and Peach Bowl on deck this Thursday and Friday. Reese said the college …
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Nick Kostos continues reacting to last night's epic Ravens vs. Steelers game. Plus, Nick breaks down why he believes the Steelers aren't a threat at all in the Playoffs.
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Steelers Make Playoffs With Win Over Ravens: Will Lamar Jackson Be Back?
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Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Steelers win over the Ravens last night. Last night, the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Baltimore Ravens 26-24 in a dramatic Week 18 matchup, clinching the AFC North division title and a playoff spot with a 10‑7 record. Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw for 294 yards and connected with Calvin Austin III for …
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Aaron Rodgers, Pittsburgh Steelers Win AFC North + What Is J5?
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Reese, Pam and Alex discuss what J5 is and the Steelers win over the Ravens last night. Last night, the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Baltimore Ravens 26-24 in a dramatic Week 18 matchup, clinching the AFC North division title and a playoff spot with a 10‑7 record. Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw for 294 yards and connected with Calvin …
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Nick Kostos is LIVE! Nick opens the show reacting to the Baltimore Ravens last second loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Nick explains why he thinks the Ravens need to fire John Harbaugh.
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2025 Family Pictures Podcast Awards
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Jim Groom and Michael Branson Smith recap the year with their first ever awards show.By Jim Groom, Michael Branson Smith
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2010 Best Picture Nominees For Films Released In 2009 Part 1
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The Academy expands the best picture nominee category to 10. While debate rages on the WHY of it, well we just have to adapt. Rather than have a super long episode Darryl and Laura discuss the first five, alphabetically at least. The movies are: Avatar, The Blind Side, District 9, An Education, The Hurt Locker. Part 2 Inglorous Bastards, Prescious,…
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What are the upcoming projects in the Valley for 2026?
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Phoenix is constantly expanding. It seems like there's a new construction project popping up every day, and it looks like that's not about to change in 2026. To kick off the new year, Valley 101 explores what's to come with the help of the development reporter for the Arizona Republic, Corina Vanek. Find out what projects she's keeping an eye on an…
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Oscar Season 2025-2026: Forecasting the SAG, PGA, ASC and DGA Nominees; Predicting Golden Globe Winners and Reactions to the Critics Choice Awards; Our Take on MARTY SUPREME and SIRĀT
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| Follow us on Twitter - @AcademyAnon | | Visit our website FramesAndFlicker.com for Oscar Predictions | On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: MARTY SUPREME is a runaway Christmas hit for A24, Timothée Chalamet is King of the Box-Office Spain's SIRĀT to explode onto Oscar scene with surprise nominations, but can it really crash Best Picture? Will S…
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Ep. 268- December 2025 Movie Recap: 'Is This Thing On?', 'FNAF 2', 'Testament of Ann Lee' & More!
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Joe, Claira, and Sydney discuss the new movies released in December 2025! ---------------------------------------------------------------- Check out the team on social media! Joe Letterboxd TikTok Instagram Claira Letterboxd Sydney Letterboxd Youtube IG TikTok Intro music created b…
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The One With All the Poop Buckets. Yes, that's right, the hosts are discussing 2020's Nomadland, starring Frances McDormand, and directed by a WOMAN, Chloé Zhao. In the 1st half, Bradley recaps Frances's incredible performance as Fern, while Carly makes sure to point out every bathroom-related scene. In the 2nd half, the hosts talk about the beauti…
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You are getting sleeeepy and open to suggestion. But is that how hypnotism works? And does it really open up a portal to the unconscious mind? Hypnotism can be an effective therapeutic tool, and some scientists suggest replacing opioids with hypnosis for pain relief. And yet, the performance aspect of hypnotism often seems at odds with the idea of …
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Nick Kostos gives out his best bets for NFL Week 18.
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Nick Kostos breaks down all of the latest NFL Week 18 line movement in today's edition of it moved.
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NFL Saturday Recap, 49ers & Seahawks Won't Win the NFC!
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Nick Kostos is LIVE on this NFL Week 18 Sunday. Nick reacts to BOTH of Saturday's NFL games, and explains why he is out on the Seahawks & 49ers winning the NFC.
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The best way to start a new year is by celebrating the old! 2025 saw me watch less new films than usual but as per usual, I stuck up for the weirdos. In alphabetical order, these are the movies that stuck with me, kept me thinking and guessing and analyzing for months: BIRDEATER dir. Jack Clark & Jim Weir BUGONIA dir. Yorgos Lanthimos THE LUCKIEST …
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Today marks the last episode of Year 4 of The Movies. As such and as part of a yearly tradition, I take the last episode of each year to reflect on the good, bad and generally insane aspects of the show. I thank everybody who came on the show and anyone who helped me keep this thing rolling. Finally, I lay out some goals for 2026 to help grow and s…
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226. 31 Days of Halloween '25: ONIBABA (1964) dir. Kaneto Shindo
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ONIBABA is one of Willem Dafoe's favorite movies, as his visit to the Criterion Closet confirms. In finally watching Kaneto Shindo's moody 1964 drama, I found it to have a spiritual cousin in one of Dafoe's films, THE LIGHTHOUSE. Both movies center on a couple isolated from most of the world, whose work provides the sole respite for their otherwise…
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225. 31 Days of Halloween '25: CRONOS (1992) dir. Guillermo del Toro
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Guillermo del Toro has yet to find any boundaries when it comes to intimacy within a story or the scope of its telling. He uses genre like a stained palette, leaving residue of fusions and clear-cut influences. So it makes sense that his debut, CRONOS, is no different. Del Toro reinvents the vampire using alchemy, entomology, Gothic principles, the…
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224. 31 Days of Halloween '25: HALLOWEEN III: SEASON OF THE WITCH (1982) dir. Tommy Lee Wallace
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It's time to talk about the black sheep of the HALLOWEEN franchise: SEASON OF THE WITCH. This 1982 paranoid sci-fi thriller infamously did not center around Michael Myers but instead on Silver Shamrock, a company whose trendy Halloween masks become the subject of scrutiny after an elderly shop owner is murdered by a mysterious assailant in the hosp…
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223. 31 Days of Halloween '25: Mary Beth McAndrews Discusses the Female Gaze of Rape-Revenge Cinema in BYSTANDERS and REVENGE
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When writing the watchlist for this year's 31 Days of Halloween, I put on Coralie Fargeat's REVENGE because I adore THE SUBSTANCE and wanted to see more of her work. I listed BYSTANDERS because I'd been following director Mary Beth McAndrews, then editor of Dread Central, for years and wanted to see what her debut would have to offer. But it wasn't…
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222. 31 Days of Halloween '25: BYSTANDERS (2025) dir. Mary Beth McAndrews
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221. 31 Days of Halloween '25: REVENGE (2017) dir. Coralie Fargeat
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REVENGE is the feature directorial debut of Coralie Fargeat, Oscar-nominated for directing last year's total fucking banger THE SUBSTANCE. THE SUBSTANCE had a budget of $17 million. REVENGE had $3 million. And in comparing both movies, it gives me great joy to see that Fargeat's penchant for the surreal and gnarly diminishes not with a lowered budg…
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220. 31 Days of Halloween '25: MOTEL HELL (1980) dir. Kevin Connor
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