#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: 1. The Best Picture showdown between One Battle After Another and Sinners 2. Why Paul Thomas Anderson may finally take Best Director 3. The rise of Michael B. Jordan as a Best Actor favorite for Sinners 4. Why Jessie Buckley’s performance in Hamnet is dominating the Best Actress race 5. Supporting category sleepers and potential Oscar night surprises Plus 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=61566564909475 Next Reel Debaters Trivia+ Night It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia St Patricks Day Trivia+ (https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/its-always-sunny-in-philadelphia-st-patricks-day-trivia-night-tickets-1982324803851?aff=oddtdtcreator) March 17th The Handsome Daughter Address (https://www.google.com/search?safe=on&rlz=1C1GCEU_enUS992US992&sca_esv=846ebd86ebd88482&sxsrf=ANbL-n5iyrg5LlICJC-AO0S1fCjaH-nfOA:1771953187887&q=handsome+daughter+address&ludocid=13757685334377496903&sa=X&sqi=2&ved=2ahUKEwi_icqC0PKSAxXnD1kFHRlqAHUQ6BN6BAgwEAI&cshid=1771953189043617) : 61 Sherbrook St, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B3 St.Paddy's Day THEME! Tickets on sale NOW! Limited Seats and Rush Seating Eventbrite | thereeldebaters.ca (http://thereeldebaters.ca/) | Link in bio Rossdale Ukrainian Dance School Movie Triva+ Fundraiser March 14th Rossdale Hall Address (https://www.google.com/search?safe=on&sca_esv=846ebd86ebd88482&rlz=1C1GCEU_enUS992US992&sxsrf=ANbL-n7064iLlcAmChlOGn2PZbZUxZlL4A:1771953158143&q=rossdale+parish+hall+lockport+address&ludocid=3582630278776984835&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiG07L0z_KSAxWMK1kFHR8aA80Q6BN6BAg3EAI) : 537 Donald Rd, Lockport, MB R1A 3K4 On sale now Email Crystal Johnson at rudsfundraising@gmail.com Disney+ Trivia Night (https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/disney-trivia-with-the-reel-debaters-podcast-tickets-1984696805572?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) April 3rd 730 pm The Rec Room Address (https://www.google.com/search?safe=on&sca_esv=286534660d0b6d5d&rlz=1C1GCEU_enUS992US992&sxsrf=ANbL-n6lajzJQqKSzJrT1OtCggREGykxbA:1772732055025&q=the+rec+room+seasons+of+tuxedo+address&ludocid=4552629507578930411&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi8xq_DpYmTAxWgP2IAHVNnAAcQ6BN6BAg0EAI) : 696 Sterling Lyon Pkwy Lot 5, Winnipeg, MB R3P 1E9 On Sale Now! Eventbrite | thereeldebaters.ca (http://thereeldebaters.ca/) | Link in bio Episode Sponsor C4 Comic Con (https://www.travelmanitoba.com/events/central-canada-comic-con-c4/) Central 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. Credits Executive Producer: Michael Petrow Produced by: Emily Clark Jimmy Skinner Charles Fernandes Recorded and Mixed at: Sick Bad Panda Podcast Studios Episode 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 movies Connect with The Reel Debaters Podcast www.thereeldebaters.ca (https://www.thereeldebaters.ca) Listen on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon Music | Google Podcasts