On the Oscars campaign trail

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The campaign for an Oscar is just that: a campaign. In the weeks and months leading up to the ninety-sixth Academy Awards, actors and directors have been hard at work reminding voters and the public alike of their worthiness, P.R. agencies have churned out “for your consideration ...  Show more

A look behind the curtain at the Oscar campaign machine and what it takes to bring home the gold. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy 

It’s the 97th Academy Awards and there’ll be plenty happening on and off the red carpet. Our reporters take you behind the scenes to talk about the campaigns, the controversies and how Hollywood is getting back on its feet after the fires. Plus, how network bosses are grappling w ...  Show more

The Oscars aren’t just about filmmaking — they’re a real-time look at the culture, business, and power plays shaping Hollywood and larger entertainment industry. The Ankler CEO Janice Min returns to Rapid Response to unpack the night’s biggest turning points — including how Sean ...  Show more