340: Final Nomination Predictions For The 98th Academy Awards

340: Final Nomination Predictions For The 98th Academy Awards

From Reel Chronicles by The Cinematic Reel

January 17, 2026 · 1h 45m

About this episode

The hosts and guest discuss their final predictions for the 98th Academy Awards nominations.

With Oscar nomination morning right around the corner, awards season is officially entering its most nerve-wracking phase. On this episode of Reel Chronicles, hosts Dave, Jack, and Hunter are joined by special guest Joss to break down their final predictions for the 98th Academy Awards nominations. From Best Picture heavyweights to volatile acting races and tech-category curveballs, the panel runs through every major category with sharp analysis, industry context, and last-second gut calls. Which films are safely locked? Which contenders are clinging to the bubble? And which performances could either surge at the last minute or shockingly miss out altogether? Tune in and get your predictions locked. LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE Reel Chronicles is available on: Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Android • Stitcher Radio • TuneIn • Podchaser • Laughable • and many other podcast directories SHOP Grab official swag on TeePublic SUPPORT Become a patron of the show on Patreon FOLLOW US Reel Chronicles — Facebook • Twitter • Instagram The Cinematic Reel — Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • Pinterest Have a topic you want the guys to discuss? Email David at david@thecinematicreel.com…

People in this episode

Hosts: Dave, Jack, David

Guest: Joss

Topics covered

  • Academy Awards
  • film predictions
  • awards season
  • acting races
  • film analysis

Keywords

  • Best Picture
  • acting races
  • tech-category curveballs
  • nomination predictions
  • Oscar nomination morning

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