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OSCAR SPOTLIGHT - Best Adapted Screenplay

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Ryan Lootens

Published February 2, 2020 at 8:51 PM CST

Our #OscarSpotlight series now turns to the big 8 categories as we take a look at the nominees, talk some snubs and tell you who should and will win on Oscar Sunday. First up is Best Adapted Screenplay. #FRN #NPR

FEATURING: Ryan Lootens, Jay Hoffman & Craig McFarland

WATCH THE OSCARS WITH US AT OUR 2ND ANNUAL OSCARS VIEWING PARTY AT THE HOOGLAND CENTER FOR THE ARTS.
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READ OUR SNUBS & SURPRISES ARTICLE ON NPR ILLINOIS!
https://www.nprillinois.org/post/oscar-nominations-2020-snubs-surprises

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Craig McFarland

Craig McFarland has been podcasting for over a decade as part of The Front Row Network. He’s the co-host of Beyond the Mouse, a Disney-focused podcast, and Peanut Butter and Biscuits, a show dedicated to all things Ted Lasso. Over the years, Craig has interviewed a wide range of guests, including Oscar winners, Olympians, acclaimed creators, actors, and more than a dozen Disney Legends.

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