#315 "No, Moonlight is the Winner" The 2026 Oscar Predictions

Awards season is hitting its chaotic final lap, and the Reel Debaters are stepping into the prediction arena. In Episode 315, the panel breaks down their 2026 Oscar predictions, the unexpected moments and controversy from the BAFTAs, and the massive studio shake-up involving Netflix, Paramount, and Warner Bros.Topics include:The Best Picture showdown between One Battle After Another and SinnersWhy Paul Thomas Anderson may finally take Best DirectorThe rise of Michael B. Jordan as a Best Actor favorite for SinnersWhy Jessie Buckley’s performance in Hamnet is dominating the Best Actress raceSupporting category sleepers and potential Oscar night surprisesPlus the usual Reel Debaters arguments, jokes, and film nerd chaos.Emily’s Link reference during the BAFTA Conversation:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566564909475Next Reel Debaters Trivia+ NightIt's Always Sunny In Philadelphia St Patricks Day Trivia+March 17thThe Handsome DaughterAddress: 61 Sherbrook St, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B3St.Paddy's Day THEME!Tickets on sale NOW!Limited Seats and Rush SeatingEventbrite | thereeldebaters.ca | Link in bioRossdale Ukrainian Dance School Movie Triva+ FundraiserMarch 14thRossdale HallAddress: 537 Donald Rd, Lockport, MB R1A 3K4On sale nowEmail Crystal Johnson at [email protected]+ Trivia Night April 3rd730 pmThe Rec RoomAddress: 696 Sterling Lyon Pkwy Lot 5, Winnipeg, MB R3P 1E9On Sale Now!Eventbrite | thereeldebaters.ca | Link in bioEpisode SponsorC4 Comic ConCentral Canada Comic Con (C4) returns to the Caboto Centre in Winnipeg on April 10 and 11 for two full days, celebrating Collectibles, Creators, Comics, and Cards.Built by local collectors and supported by Manitoba vendors and artists, C4 is a community-driven show featuring vintage comics, rare cards, toys, original artwork, and hard-to-find collectibles. The event continues to grow as a prairie-based comic and collectibles show that brings fans of all ages together under one roof.CreditsExecutive Producer: Michael PetrowProduced by: Emily Clark Jimmy Skinner Charles FernandesRecorded and Mixed at: Sick Bad Panda Podcast StudiosEpisode Description:The Reel Debaters Podcast combines movie debates, reviews, and interviews with filmmakers, actors, and creatives from across Canada and beyond — all from the heart of Winnipeg’s growing film community.Proudly made in Manitoba, where Canada makes moviesConnect with The Reel Debaters Podcastwww.thereeldebaters.caListen on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon Music | Google Podcasts