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EPISODE · Jan 26, 2026 · 7 MIN

News it or Lose it: 16 Nominations?! ‘Sinners’ Makes Oscar History + MBJ Finally Gets His Nod

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In this episode, we're diving into the world of pop culture and the Oscars. The 98th Academy Awards nominations are out, and one film is making history - Sinners, directed by Ryan Kogler, has earned a whopping 16 nominations. We're talking about the big names, like Michael B. Jordan, who's picked up his first Oscar nomination for Best Actor in a Leading Role. Plus, Amy Madigan's nomination for Best Supporting Actress is a highlight. We're also discussing the significance of genre films getting recognized and the upcoming Oscars ceremony. It's going to be a big night! Spend weekday afternoons with Zweli. He keeps you in the loop with everything from music and movies to sport and pop culture. Hear what the Word on the Street is, test your skills with the high-pressure 6 Out of 6, and get ready to be entertained. Thank you for listening to an Afternoons with Zweli podcast Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 12:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) toAfternoons with Zweli broadcast on 947 https://www.primediaplus.com/station/947 For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/FeeL6wYor find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/pRBikjo Subscribe to the 947 Weekly Newsletter herehttps://buff.ly/hf9IuR9 Follow us on social media 947 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/947Joburg/ 947 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@947joburg 947 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/947joburg 947 on X https://x.com/947 947 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@947JoburgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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