Best Wickedly Good Productions Podcasts (2025)

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Brand Envy (2025) 26:54

2h ago26:54

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This week, it’s our annual Brand Envy episode. We look at four brands that I admire. One is a cosmetics empire started by a woman in an era when women couldn’t even vote. One is a band I have a soft spot for. Another is a family-owned business that has lasted 88 years. The fourth is a TV show that broke records. And they all have one thing in commo…

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CAT-alogues & DOG-alogues: Pet Marketing 27:14

14d ago27:14

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This week, we talk about Pet Marketing. The pet products industry is worth about $150 billion dollars. And when you love a pet, money is no object. We’ll listen to a pet food campaign that had dogs conduct a symphony orchestra. We’ll flip through IKEA’s CAT-alogues and DOG-alogues. And we’ll explore Dolly Parton’s “Doggy Parton” fashion line. Hoste…

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Bookmarks 2025 32:12

21d ago32:12

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This week, it’s our annual “Bookmarks” episode. We read a lot of books to research this show, and often we stumble on great stories that don’t fit our regular episodes. So we save them up for this show. We’ll talk about a new book on SNL producer Lorne Michaels, we’ll take a few notes from a famous songwriter, and we’ll talk about a Bible with a wi…

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Seizing The Moment 28:06

28d ago28:06

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This week, we look at how the marketing industry seizes pop culture moments. We’ll talk about a website that got national attention by making a bold prediction about a TV show. How A1 Steak Sauce caught the funniest – and luckiest break. And how Pepsi grabbed a hilarious opportunity by following pizza delivery drivers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

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A Moment I'll Never Forget: The Power of PSAs 27:20

1M ago27:20

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This week, we look at public service announcements. PSAs have to compete with - not just other PSAs - but with all other commercials out there. And do it with an iota of the budget. It requires exceptional creativity. We’ll talk about how Elvis got teens to get a polio vaccine, and a drinking & driving commercial recorded by drunk actors. Hosted on…

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Brand Strategist & Author Peter Wilken 55:16

1M ago55:16

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Peter Wilken has over 40 years experience working with the world’s top brands. He has run advertising agency networks around the world. In our far-reaching conversation, Peter brings battle-tested insights to the table, tells us interesting stories about the brands he’s worked for, how to manage creative people, and explains the critical difference…

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Interview with Author & Arkells Frontman Max Kerman 46:17

1M ago46:17

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Arkells frontman Max Kerman has written his first book, “Try Hard: Creative Work in Progress.” Max talks about what a lead singer for a band does all day, the nuts and bolts of song writing, how he prepares for a show - but more importantly - Max talks about how the creative process is not all about talent, it’s about curiosity, enthusiasm, and lea…

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Brand, James Brand 28:45

1M ago28:45

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It was big news recently that Amazon is taking over creative control of the James Bond franchise. So this week, we look at how James Bond has been employed to pitch products over the years. From high-end watches, to beer, liquor and breakfast cereals, 007 has been busy. And even the Bond villains have been hawking products. Hosted on Acast. See aca…

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Commercial Outtakes & Bloopers 27:25

2M ago27:25

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This week, we have some fun and listen to commercial outtakes. Just like the movies, there are multiple takes, lots of pressure, and mistakes happen. Sometimes actors get the words all mixed up to hilarious results. Sometimes celebrities have melt-downs. And sometimes professional actors just break down in a fit of the giggles. Hosted on Acast. See…

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Oscar Season 2025-2026: Countdown to Cannes, Official Lineup Reveal Predictions 1:17:51

2M ago1:17:51

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: We take a deep dive into which titles we foresee in tomorrow's major Cannes announcement!!By Jules & Joseph

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Two Minutes For Looking So Good: Star Athlete Endorsements 28:23

2M ago28:23

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This week, we’ll tell the stories behind some of the most famous – and infamous – sports star endorsements of all time. We’ll talk about a Rocket Richard commercial that spawned a catchphrase that nearly every Boomer can recite. We’ll look at a powerful Nike commercial Serena Williams did about women in sports. And we’ll talk about what it took to …

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Busiest Day Of The Year 27:17

2M ago27:17

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This week, we ask an interesting question: What is the busiest day of the year for pizza delivery companies, Airbnb, Emergency Rooms, Maternity Wards, restaurants and dating apps? What is the busiest day of the year for weddings? And what is the busiest day of the year for… plumbers? It’s all fascinating – and often very surprising. Hosted on Acast…

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Oscar Season 2025-2026; "Kiss of the Spider Woman" Officially Enters the Race; Countdown to Cannes: There Will Be Paul Thomas Anderson, Wes Anderson, Richard Linklater, Jim Jarmusch, and more! 1:06:29

2M ago1:06:29

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN reunites Bill Condon and Lionsgate Films, reaffirms Roadside Attractions as a committed Oscar flix distributor JLo and Tonatiuh enter the awards conversation with lucrative distribution deal and THEATRICAL release! Gywneth Paltrow turns heads in the Chalamet-verse with sex-charged MARTY…

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Brand Envy #Canada 26:32

2M ago26:32

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This week, we thought it would be timely to retrieve this episode from our archives. A Brand Envy episode in celebration of Canadian brands. We’ll look at what may be the most successful global retailer Canada has ever built, a television pioneer worshipped and revered by generations of Canadians and a world-class brand that operates out of the sma…

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Orchestrating Elections: Political Campaign Songs 25:20

3M ago25:20

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This week, we take a look at one of the tools of political marketing – the campaign song. Politicians have used songs going all the way back to at least the 1700s. Sometimes the songs are written expressly for the political party or candidate. Sometimes, politicians co-opt pop songs. And sometimes, pop artists have a major problem with that. Hosted…

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Oscar Season 2025-2026; Sundance Film Festival Re-Cap; New Voices, Splashy Premieres, Skittish Distributors and Titles That Can Go the Distance 2:17:15

3M ago2:17:15

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: An uncertain future for Utah and the Sundance Film Festival Sundance 2025 again key to unlocking the early favorites for Best Documentary Oscar A24 teams with Pastel again on Eva Victor’s “Sorry, Baby” - screenwriting winner, early critics darling and standout debut among US Dramatic Competition Race for Best I…

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Recorded Live in Toronto: Wicked Brand Fails of 2024 27:02

3M ago27:02

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Recorded before a live audience at Reid’s Distillery, this episode lists some of the biggest brand fails of 2024. We’ll talk about when Apple launched its thinnest computer ever, which led to a big fat PR problem. We’ll look at a seasonal candle that fired up accusations of white supremacy. And we’ll try and figure out how a children’s doll package…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025: Recapping an Eventful Oscar Night; The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of the Oscars Telecast; Surprising Wins and Shocking Snubs; Sean Baker makes history; “Anora” is Queen and NEON ... 2:11:10

3M ago2:11:10

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: Oscar Sunday post-mortum Conan O'Brian takes his Oscar swing Musical performances - well executed, but arbitrary and favoritist? Supporting favorites stay perfect - category fraud a major advantage? Latvia’s FLOW surprises! And the telling connection between Animated Feature and Animated Short winners! WICKED m…

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Putting the Motion in Motion Pictures: Movie Theatre Marketing 27:06

3M ago27:06

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Today, movie theatres have to compete with home theatre systems and streaming services. This week, we look at how cinemas are transforming to attract more movie goers. To survive, theatres now offer restaurant meals and full bar menus. They offer loyalty programs and special theme nights. And many cinemas now offer patrons “atmospheric” movie exper…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Final Predictions for Oscar Night, Part 2; Chalamet SAG win exposes Brody’s vulnerability for Best Actor; Fernanda Torres and Demi Moore Neck-And-Neck for Best Actress; “Anora ... 1:52:57

3M ago1:52:57

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: CONCLAVE an easy call for Adapted Screenplay. Can any other film catch up? ANORA loses ground in Original Screenplay, but can A REAL PAIN really capitalize on a BAFTA win after its Best Picture snub? Kieran Culkin undefeated in Supporting Actor Race Why Zoe Saldaña will cruise to a win in Supporting Actress; Is…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Final Predictions for Oscar Night, Part 1; Will the Academy spread the wealth or can box-office champ "Wicked" feast on craft categories; "Emilia Perez" flirting with a shut-out; ... 2:10:57

3M ago2:10:57

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: BAFTA awards stall FLOW’s momentum, Latvia likely to fall short of historic win in Animated Feature Dreamworks Animation to ride studio-best 3 Oscar nominations into first Animated Feature win in nearly two decades Brazil to make OSCAR HISTORY - surging I'M STILL HERE poised to upset EMILIA PEREZ and capture fi…

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Oscars 2024-2025 Season; Recapping BAFTA/SAG/Indie Spirit Winners; Demi Moore In Serious Trouble; "Conclave" Now The Safer Choice? 1:19:45

3M ago1:19:45

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On this episode of Academy Anonymous: Taking a look at the surprise wins at the Bafta/SAG awards, and what they mean for the race Why Demi Moore’s BAFTA loss is a huge RED FLAG Can Timothée Chalamet really beat Adrien Brody for that Oscar? Discussing the momentum shift towards CONCLAVE, and why it may derail ANORA…

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Forbidden Branding 27:18

3M ago27:18

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There are things in the world of marketing that are forbidden. It’s illegal to use certain sounds, for example. If an advertiser does use them, they are heavily fined. In some countries, there are rules around using national anthems in commercials. In other countries, there are no rules. And even Winnie the Pooh is forbidden in one country because …

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SNL & Commercial Parodies (Encore) 27:27

3M ago27:27

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During SNL's recent 50th anniversary special, it showed a montage of their famous commercial parodies. Here’s an episode that talks about those and many others - and how SNL influenced the ad writers of my generation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Hug the Cactus: Advertising to Haters 26:04

4M ago26:04

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This week, we look at how some companies advertise to haters. Every advertiser gets negative comments on social media. Some brands shrink away – and some take those negative comments and spin them into marketing gold. Supercuts took negative comments about cheap haircuts and created a hilarious advertising campaign. Spirit Airlines gave haters a pl…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; “Anora” Reigns Supreme After Incredible Award-Winning/Race-Shifting Weekend; Can Anybody Stop It?; Forecasting The BAFTA Award Winners; “Conclave” Do-Or-Die 55:23

4M ago55:23

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: The state of the race after ANORA’s weekend DGA-PGA-Critics-Choice-wins Recapping some curious and possibly telling Critics Choice winners Why CONCLAVE is likely the only film that can give ANORA some competition Predicting the winners of the BAFTA 2025 awardsBy Jules & Joseph

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Strange Smells: The Marketing of Unusual Fragrances 27:17

4M ago27:17

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This week, we take a whiff of some of the strangest fragrances being marketed today. Choosing a perfume or cologne is a form of personal expression. What you smell like says something about you. But does that include bacon perfume? Or mayonnaise cologne? There’s a fragrance that makes you smell like a bakery, and a soap for men that smells like gas…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; "Emilia Pérez" On the Ropes Or Knocked Out?; The Issue With the Critics Choice Awards; Last Hurrah for "Emilia Pérez" at the DGA & PGA 50:02

4M ago50:02

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: Has the Karla Sofía Gascon controversy sunk the "Emilia Pérez" campaign? Can anything be salvaged? Do Oscar voters care about social media backlash The problem at the heart of the Critics Choice Awards organization Forecasting the winners at the Directors Guild & Producers Guild A new front-runner after this we…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Oscar Nominations Postmortem 2:26:55

4M ago2:26:55

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: We compare the Oscar nominees category-by-category against our final predictions Prediction blindspots & miscalculations VS. Accurate early hunches & last-minute "On The Pulse" gut feelings Oscar voting patterns - Stats that Stuck and Stats that Strayed Previewing winners and spoilers a month out from the Oscar…

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Purple Comb-Overs: The Power of Personal Style 26:48

4M ago26:48

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This week, we talk about some of the most interesting people throughout history – and the fact they all had a consistent personal style. Consistency is the key to branding, and these famous people all understood that. We’ll take a look at Julius Caesar, who shocked fellow Romans with the way he dressed and acted. We’ll examine the incredible popula…

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Charnopher talks Broadway, Back to the Future, and Behind-the-Scenes with Alyssa Carol. 1:58:35

4M ago1:58:35

1:58:35

This week, Uncommon Sense welcomes Broadway star and *Back to the Future: The Musical tour cast member Alyssa Carol! Hosts Christopher Smith and Charna Lopez take a nostalgic journey through Alyssa’s rise from a dedicated student to a professional performer. From her early days in musical theatre at OCSA to tackling the intense demands of Broadway …

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The Iceman Cometh: How Ice Transformed Our Lives 27:28

4M ago27:28

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This week, we look at the marketing of ICE. It may sound like a strange topic, but our obsession with ice - as a product - is only 200 years old. The history of ice marketing starts with an amazing story about a bold entrepreneur with a vision, the cutthroat clash between competing ice companies, and the long list of ice brands and products that ha…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Final Predictions; Latvia's Flow Out-Muscling Dreamworks' Wild Robot; Documentary Feature Unafraid to Address The Thorny Global Issues of Today 44:46

4M ago44:46

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: "Flow" outpacing worthy challengers in a striking Animated Feature category spotlighting diverse techniques, unique voices and international reach. Will the financial success of "The Wild Robot" help Dreamworks cross the finish line for the win - something that's evaded them since Aardman's Wallace & Gromit in …

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Final Predictions; Is Best Picture Favorite "Emilia Perez" Finally The Perfect Film For France To Overcome Its International Film Troubles 34:42

4M ago34:42

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: "Emilia Perez" - shoe-in and favorite to win OR shocking snub waiting to happen "Flow" flexes its appeal with dual mentions in International Film and Animated Film. Voters motivated to nominated Latvia for the first time in Academy history. "I'm Still Here" a sure-fire nominee, a massive box-office success for …

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Final Predictions; Musicals Duel In Sound Design and Visual Effects; Multiple Ridley Scott & Ape Projects Go Head-To-Head; Films On Both Sound and Visual Effects Longlists Look ... 1:02:29

4M ago1:02:29

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: How many photo-real animal work can the Visual Effects branch spotlight Is there room for both Weta's dystopian apes and dancing ape on the Visual Effects five Is the Ridley Scott name on the long list enough to carry “Gladiator 2” into a nomination Can “Twisters” and “Alien: Romulus” capitalize on their distin…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Final Predictions; Original Score Lineup To Feature Eclectic Mix; Original Song Heavy on International Flavor 41:38

4M ago41:38

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: Newcomer from "The Brutalist" likely to breakthrough at the Oscars Will "Conclave" composer suffer a snub due to his recent win for "All Quiet on the Western Front" "Wicked" unlikely to beat Original Score bias against Broadway musical adaptions "Emilia Perez" poised for three nods among both Song & Score categ…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Final Predictions; A Makeup Longlist Heavy on Genre and Light on "Reality"; A Costume Consensus Without A Period Front-Runner 1:01:10

4M ago1:01:10

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: "Conclave" Costume Designer FINALLY breaks into Costume Designers Guild - but will it be enough to overcome the "Contemporary Curse" Jacqueline West falls short at BAFTA as "Dune, Part 2" loses ground "Wicked" the perfect recipe for Costume & Production Design crossover nods Robert Eggers and Linda Muir welcome…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Final Predictions; Fantasy and Period Titles Dominate Production Design But Can You Trust a Contemporary Film to Break Into the Nominees 34:48

4M ago34:48

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: A very complete consensus five for Production Design A Robert Eggers breakthrough Below-The-Line Susie Davies just the right kind of vet and “Conclave” the right kind of vehicle to beat the “Contemporary Curse” Overlap between sister categories - Production Design, Costume Design and Makeup The mandatory Visual…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Final Predictions; Film Editors Wrestle to Balance the Epic and the Intimate; and a Glaring Netflix Problem in Best Cinematography 56:21

4M ago56:21

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: Film Editing, a possible rough draft of the Academy Award’s Best Director ACE Eddie film editing snubs & surprises: “A Complete Unknown” & “Civil War” “Challengers” using the the sports film genre to its advantage Too many nominations for Sean Baker Less veterans likely at the Oscars with editors of American bl…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Final Predictions; An Open Spot for Original Screenplay; Can Musicals Finally Break the Adapted Screenplay Dryspell 41:32

4M ago41:32

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: ANORA & A REAL PAIN locks for Original Screenplay Two unconventional writing pieces in THE SUBSTANCE & THE BRUTALIST cement their chances for Screenplay with solid Best Picture bids, but are they really writers’ cup of tea? Four first-time nominees and the shrinking window for a veteran writer on the Original S…

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Oscar Season 2024–2025; Final Predictions; Crowded Best Supporting Actress Race ENDS With Few Certainties And Several Dark Horses Lurking 1:02:09

4M ago1:02:09

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: A “Perfect” LOCK - Saldana reaps reward for years of work in mainstream Hollywood fare with demanding, delicate dance in “Emilia Perez” A VULNERABLE kind of “Perfect” - Ariana Grande hits everywhere so far, but is her turn in “Wicked” on par with the dramatic performances her fellow musicians gave in order to f…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Final Predictions; Torres and Baptiste To Lead A Best Actress Revenge Tour; Villeneuve In The Best Director Doghouse; Hail Mary Plays For Best Picture of the Year 54:31

4M ago54:31

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: The “Best” Best Actress contender lineup….ever? Best Actress - THERE WILL BE SNUBS Fernanda Torres aims to spoil Oscar morning for vets Cynthia Erivo & Marianne Jean-Baptiste Demi Moore, Karla Sofia Gascon, Mikey Madison… too many newbies? An Oscars 5-for-5 with the Directors Guild of America for Best Director …

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Final Predictions; New Faces & A “Succession” Rematch in Supporting Actor; Colman Tries A Rare Repeat; Craig’s Queer Role Turns Off Brits; Sebastian Stan Doubles Down But May Fall ... 36:23

4M ago36:23

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: Kieran Culkin way ahead of his competition Screen Actors Guild snub kills Guy Pearce momentum for Best Picture contender “The Brutalist” The surprising (and heartwarming) rise of scene -stealer Yura Borisov - from Cannes staple to knocking at Oscar’s door for “Anora” Is Stanley Tucci getting lost among his cast…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; DGA Nominees Forecast Oscar’s Best Picture Top 5 - Blockbusters Out, Passion Projects In, Veterans Sidelined 36:41

4M ago36:41

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: Votes are in from the Directors Guild of America! The DGA 5 = The Academy Awards Best Picture 5 A bad omen for Dune, Part 2 and Denis Villeneuve OR “Who needs a veteran anyway?!” Edward Berger poised to strike back after “All Quiet on the Western Front” snub at the Oscars James Mangold FINALLY gets his flowers …

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Charnopher talks Reality TV 47:34

4M ago47:34

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Tune in for an exciting episode of The Real Lives of Charnopher. Well, maybe not quite a reality Podcast eposide, but Reality TV is the topic of the day. From The Real World, to The Bachelor and The Real Housewives of (insert any city here) Charnopher discusses the evolution of reality TV. Can you guess who is a sucker for this type of entertainmen…

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Last Chance Tourism 27:16

4M ago27:16

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This week, we take a look at Last Chance Tourism. Tourism companies around the world have started to advertise specific destinations to travelers, because those locations have a very unique offering. Namely, they are vanishing. From glaciers, to polar bears, to the Amazon Rainforest. Marketers are using a strategy called “Loss Aversion” – where the…

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From Bonanza to Batman: When Fictional Characters Endorse Real Products 27:19

5M ago27:19

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In our first episode of 2025, we explore a strange aspect of advertising. Specifically, when TV and movie characters endorse products. Not the actors themselves - but the characters they portray. It's a trend that started in the early '60s with the Andy Griffith Show and Bonanza. Today, it includes characters like Breaking Bad's Walter White and ev…

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Golden Globes Post Mortem and SAG Predictions 1:21:30

5M ago1:21:30

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: Surveying the Post-Golden-Globes Oscar Race What we got right (Fernanda Torres! Sebastian Stan! Demi Moore!) and what we got wrong from our Golden Globe predictions Our predictions for Wednesday's Screen Actors Guild nominationsBy Jules & Joseph

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Charnopher talks New Years 39:25

5M ago39:25

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Welcome to 2025, Uncommon Sense style! In this episode, Christopher Smith and Charna Lopez ring in the New Year with a hilarious deep dive into global traditions, quirky superstitions, and pop culture moments from 2024. From eating grapes under a table (thanks, TikTok) to breaking plates in Denmark, they uncover the wildest ways people welcome the …

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Oscar Season 2024-2025; Analyzing BAFTA Longlists And NSFC Winners; Predicting The Golden Globes 52:52

5M ago52:52

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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: Reacting to BAFTA Longlist reveal Recapping the winners of the National Society of Film Critics Our Golden Globe winner predictions We've started a twitter page! Let's Talk! Please follow us at https://x.com/AcademyAnonBy Jules & Joseph

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