On this episode (recorded on 3/7/2026), we discuss what we think should win and will win at the 98th Academy Awards.

Additionally, we discuss some of our personal favorites from this year in all the categories. Listen as we get into the close competition between two Warner Bros films, possible upsets in the acting categories, and what the new casting category could mean for Best Picture.

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Above the Line is a film podcast about contemporary cinema & film culture.

Hosted & produced by Ian & McKenzie

Edited & mixed by Ian

Social media & artwork by McKenzie

Music by Lydia Simmons.