The Critics have spoken — and if history tells us anything, Hollywood is about to listen. In this episode, I break down three key takeaways from Sunday night’s Critics’ Choice Awards, hosted (once again, unapologetically) by Chelsea Handler.

From razor-sharp monologue jabs to momentum-shifting wins, this ceremony wasn’t just a victory lap for film and television — it was an early signal of what’s coming at the Oscars.

Plus: breakout performances, overdue recognition, animated musicals sneaking into the spotlight, and the subtle politics of who’s peaking right now versus who might be peaking too early.

If you’re a cinephile, an awards-season obsessive, or just here for the vibes, the fashion, and the foreshadowing — this one’s for you.