The Town with Matthew Belloni

Insider Tips to Predict the Oscar Winners

Mar 7, 2024

Join Matt and Michael as they analyze the tight screenplay races, debate Emma Stone vs. Lily Gladstone, and discuss if history plays a role in Oscar wins. Plus, get insider tips on predicting the Oscar winners and a bold prediction on 'Kung Fu Panda 4' box office numbers.

32:27

Episode guests

Michael Lasker

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Historical patterns influence Oscar winners, expect surprises in Best Adapted Screenplay like 'Barbie'.

Industry support impacts outcomes, 'Kung Fu Panda 4' predicted strong box office opening due to franchise trust.

Deep dives

Oscars Betting Trends and Predictions

The podcast delves into Oscars betting trends and predictions. They discuss the front-runners for categories like Best Picture and Best Actor, analyzing the momentum of certain films. Topics include the likelihood of surprise wins, the influence of industry support on outcomes, and historical patterns in award results.

Predicting Award Winners

01:19

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01:58

Industry Support and Preferential Ballot for Best Picture

01:18

Introduction

3min

Oscar Race Analysis with Oppenheimer As Front Runner

11min

Screenplay Analysis and Oscar Predictions

9min

Predictions and Analysis for Oscar Categories and Odds

2min

Oscars Bets, Standing Ovations, and Nominee Diversity Discussion

2min

Anticipation and Predictions for Kung Fu Panda Movie Release

3min

Matt is joined by Mosaic talent manager and Oscar enthusiast Michael Lasker to parse through the awards season chatter to find a gambling edge on the Academy Awards. Matt and Michael discuss whether anyone has a shot at defeating 'Oppenheimer,' Emma Stone vs. Lily Gladstone, the tight screenplay races, and whether history still plays a role in who wins. Matt finishes the show with a prediction about the opening weekend box office numbers for 'Kung Fu Panda 4.'

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Host: Matt Belloni

Guest: Michael Lasker

Producers: Craig Horlbeck and Jessie Lopez

Theme Song: Devon Renaldo

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The Town with Matthew Belloni

Insider Tips to Predict the Oscar Winners

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Oscars Betting Trends and Predictions

Barbie as an Oscar Contender

Front-runners and Dark Horses

Kung Fu Panda 4 Box Office Predictions

Predicting Award Winners

Personalize Your Insurance with State Farm

Industry Support and Preferential Ballot for Best Picture

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts