We'd Like to Thank the Academy is a mother-daughter podcast where Hannah and Kathleen break down the movies everyone’s buzzing about! Each episode, we dive into this season's films, share our personal thoughts, and debate their potential noms and wins, all with the banter that only a mother and daughter can share. With a mix of spirited predictions and behind-the-scenes insight, we’ll take you on a fun lighthearted journey through awards season. Whether you’re a casual movie lover or an Academy Awards aficionado, join us as we discuss the contenders and underdogs vying for that golden boy!
Mother-daughter duo Hannah and Kathleen discuss their thoughts of the twelve (!!!) movies they saw during the 53rd Telluride Film Festival.
14 May 2026
Ep 13: 2026 Oscars Fashion
Hannah and Kathleen gos about the good, the bad and the ugly Listen here for runway highlights and whoopsie-dos from the 2026 show.
14 May 2026
Ep 12: 2026 Post Show Debrief
Hannah and Kathleen gab about the show - the highs, the lows, the celebration, the cringe. Re-visit the 98th Oscars award show by listening here.
14 Mar 2026
Ep 11: OSCARS 2026 Preview
Even though Hannah hasn't seen many of the nominated movies this year, the show must go on!
Just in time - get your Oscars prep started now by listening to our picks and takes on this year’s nominations.
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29 Aug 2025
Ep 10: Top 3 Movies We're Excited To See at Telluride Film Festival
We're at Telluride! Listen for the films we're most excited to see and early nomination thoughts at 2025's 52nd Telluride Film Festival.
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14 Apr 2025
Ep 9: Oscars 2025 Retrospective
Get your Google out, here's our FASHIONably late episode recapping and reviewing Oscars night. Listen to Kathleen and Hannah dish on memorable moments, and of course - RED CARPET FASHION.
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2 Mar 2025
Ep 8: OSCARS 2025 Pre-Show Part 2
BEST PICTURE BEST PICTURE BEST PICTURE!
It's PART TWO of the episode you've all been waiting for. In this two-part episodes we dive into our annual favorites, predictions, and fun facts in preparation for the big night! Who will receive the Shiny Little Golden Boys at the 97th Annual Academy Awards (airing Sun 3/2/25 7PM EST)?
Let us know YOUR thoughts!
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1 Mar 2025
Ep 7: OSCARS 2025 Pre-Show Part 1
It's the episode you've all been waiting for. In this two-part episodes we dive into our annual favorites, predictions, and fun facts in preparation for the big night! Who will receive the Shiny Little Golden Boys at the 97th Annual Academy Awards (airing Sun 3/2/25 7PM EST)?
Let us know YOUR thoughts!
Watch with us live on instagram and share your thoughts: https://www.instagram.com/thankyouoscarpod/ (https://www.instagram.com/thankyouoscarpod/)
25 Jan 2025
Ep6: OSCAR BUZZ: Anora and Maria
In this episode, Hannah and Kathleen dish about two films centered on strong yet fragile women - Anora and Maria.
Recorded before the nominations were announced :)
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4 Dec 2024
Ep 5: OSCAR BUZZ: Conclave and Emilia Pérez
Kathleen and Hannah dissect Oscar 2025 contenders featuring incredible ensemble casts, highlighting the power of ensemble performances and cinematic storytelling.
15 Nov 2024
Ep 4: OSCAR BUZZ: The Outrun and Will & Harper
Mother-Daughter Duo, Kathleen and Hannah, share their thoughts on two new 2025 Oscar hopefuls. Will Saoirse Ronan be nominated for Best Lead Actress? Will Kristen Wiig win an Oscar for songwriting? Let us know what you think and tell us what films we should discuss next.
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9 Mar 2024
Ep 3: Oscars 2024
This year's annual mother/daughter podcast is full of *FUN FACTS* and Kathleen and Hannah swapping strong opinions about the amazing films nominated for Oscars this year. And of course, they anounce the winner of the coveted "Harriet Award." Happy Oscars, Sunday March 10 7PM EST
Funny Oscars teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJpZN2uDDpo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJpZN2uDDpo)
5 Mar 2023
Ep2: Oscars 2023
Mother/Daughter duo Kathleen and Hannah chat about bests, worsts, and predictions for the 2023 Oscar nominations, airing on March 12 2023 at 8EST.
Find us on instagram @heyhannahbelle and @katfinlay.
27 Mar 2022
Ep1: Oscars 2022
Mother-Daughter Duo, Kathleen and Hannah, discuss their picks for the 2022 Oscars Awards.
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