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SPECIAL EPISODE: Oscar Best Picture Round Table

Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

The Front Row Network has decided that this year, in addition to our Oscar Best Picture Full Disclosures, that we would do a Best Picture roundtable discussion to give our thoughts and insights as to why these movies were the best of the best during the worst of the worst year. We gathered up our panel of hosts to compile their thoughtful examinations of these films, and Vanessa Ferguson is there to make sure no one gets a black eye over Nomadland. Are these movies worthy of the title Best Picture? Do any of our host have a fight to pick with any of the nominees? Can Vanessa herd a panel of cats? Take a listen to get our insights and help you fill out that best picture ballot.

FEATURING: Vanessa Ferguson (Host), Erin McCabe, Jay Hoffman, Craig McFarland, Steve Sykes, Louis Hare, Ethan Fant, Brandon Davis, & Ryan Lootens

Front Row Network: https://linktr.ee/frontrownetwork

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.