Season 1 · Episode 20
Should the Oscars Even Exist? with The Big Picture Hosts Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
The Sam Sanders Show · KCRW
February 7, 202556m 17sExplicit
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Show Notes
<p dir="ltr">Sam’s hot take — it’s time to put an end to the Academy Awards. He lays out his case to Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins, hosts of <a href="https://www.theringer.com/podcasts/the-big-picture" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Big Picture</a> podcast from The Ringer. They break down why the Oscars often reward the wrong films, prioritize campaigning over quality, and struggle to stay relevant in today’s entertainment landscape. Plus, how to make the hours-long ceremony actually fun.</p>
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