New Podcast Shares Behind-the-Scenes Secrets from Academy Awards Show Insider

Legendary comedian and Emmy Award-winning writer Bruce Vilanch unveils behind-the-scenes secrets of the Academy Awards in his exciting new podcast, OSCARS: What Were They Thinking?! Co-hosted by the screenwriter of the cult-hit Ryan Reynolds comedy Just Friends, Adam 'Tex’ Davis, the show dives into the history and controversies of the Oscars, tackling the puzzling decisions that have left audiences scratching their heads for decades.

Listeners can expect to explore jaw-dropping revelations, such as how two of the Top 100 American Films of All-Time were overlooked for nominations in the same year; or, why the film frequently hailed as the “Greatest Film of All Time” didn’t take home the Oscar. From the shocking wins to the baffling snubs, Vilanch and Davis dissect iconic moments in Oscar history, questioning how the Academy arrived at their decisions for better or worse.

“I’ve spent a third of my life writing for the Oscars, and trust me, plenty happens behind the curtain that the public never sees,” says Vilanch. “This podcast is about looking at films through the test of time and bringing humor and insight to the sometimes puzzling choices the Academy’s made over the years.”

Each episode features historical insights, engaging discussions, and never-before-heard stories from Hollywood’s biggest night, promising to be both entertaining and informative for cinephiles and casual movie fans alike.

Tune in to THE OSCARS: WHAT WERE THEY THINKING? to discover the truth behind the Academy’s decisions and to enjoy a hilarious look at the absurdity of awards season.