Hugos, Oscars, and Turtles? — Intentionally Blank Ep. 140
Feb 7, 2024
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Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the Hugo Awards and other award shows. They also talk about tortoise care, British slang, and controversies surrounding the Hugo Awards. The chapter descriptions include discussions on tortoise care, raising endangered turtles, 'fly tipping', and the need for reform in the awards system.
Controversy and need for reforms in the Hugo Awards
Representation and recognition in the film industry highlighted by Oscar nominations
Deep dives
The Mysterious Tortoise Deaths in Devon
In Devon, England, seven Aldabra giant tortoises, an endangered species, were found dead, sparking theories of a food heist. However, further investigation revealed that the tortoises were not eaten. The tortoises had deformed shells and were believed to have been raised in captivity, potentially in unsuitable conditions like England, which lacks the necessary climate requirements for these tortoises.
Nuance in the Controversy Surrounding the Hugo Awards
The Hugo Awards, known for its connection to fandom, recently faced controversy as certain nominations were overridden by the committee. The integrity of the awards has been called into question, highlighting the need for reforms and better processes. While there is disagreement over the handling of nominations, it is important to remember that the awards belong to the fandom, and it is crucial to prioritize transparency and the will of the voters. The conversation should focus on preserving the integrity of the awards and not solely on individual nominations.
The Oscars: Celebrating Successes and Challenges
The Oscar nominations generated discussions around representation and recognition in the film industry. The controversy surrounding nominations for the movie 'Barbie' drew attention, with some pointing out the irony of a film about gender roles receiving more recognition for the male actor than the female lead. However, it is equally important to celebrate milestones like the nomination of the first Native American woman for Best Actress, as it signifies progress and diversification in the award's history. The Oscars, like other award ceremonies, raise questions about what constitutes award-worthy work and highlight the need for more extensive conversations about representation and commercial success in the film industry.
This week on Intentionally Blank, Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells discuss the Hugo Awards along with various other award shows and how they are run. On top of that, Brandon talks about tortoise care and Dan ponders British slang.
Check out our previous episode of Intentionally Blank: https://youtu.be/L0IiKCvrUuw
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Sound engineering by Daniel Thompson
TIME CODES (0:00) - Not Food Heist...Heist? (2:08) - Brandon Pyramiding Care (4:15) - Donald Trumps Reporting (5:09) - Dans Turtle Movie Pitch (6:25) - British Slang and Dan (9:14) - Start of Hugo Discussion (19:49) - Oscar Nominations (23:45) - Nominations In books (27:00) - A Better Way
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