THE FIXATE & BINGE PODCAST, with Host, Joe Curdy: Deep dives into cinema and storytelling with voices who create it
Welcome to The Fixate & Binge Podcast, where host Joe Curdy dives deep into the world of film and television — exploring the stories that move us and the creators who bring them to life.
Each week, Joe sits down with filmmakers, writers, actors, and producers from around the globe to unpack the art, craft, and cultural impact of movies and TV. From indie gems to major releases, every conversation blends thoughtful analysis with candid, down-to-earth storytelling.
Whether you’re a passionate cinephile, a storyteller in the making, or just someone who loves a good binge, this show helps you see what’s on screen in a whole new light.
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THE FIXATE & BINGE PODCAST, with Host, Joe Curdy: Deep dives into cinema and storytelling with voices who create it
PLACE YOUR BETS! Writer & Director DiAnté Jenkins Makes His 2026 Oscar Predictions!
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PLACE YOUR BETS!
Award season obsession officially begins on The Fixate & Binge Podcast as filmmaker and returning favorite DiAnté Jenkins stops by to make his early predictions for the 2026 Academy Awards.
A writer, director, and cinematographer based in Washington, DC, DiAnté has earned a reputation as an uncannily accurate Oscar forecaster—and this episode puts his track record to the test. Together, host Joe Curdy and Jenkins break down the year’s most talked-about contenders across all the major categories, from Best Picture and Director to the acting races and below-the-line standouts, weighing momentum, industry politics, and the kinds of performances the Academy can’t resist.
It’s part film criticism, part awards-season strategy session, and fully geeky in the best way—perfect for anyone who lives for prediction charts, nomination morning chaos, and arguing about “lock” versus “long shot.”
Plus, Joe also delivers a thoughtful review of Chloé Zhao's HAMNET, examining its emotional weight, artistry, and place within Zhao’s evolving filmography.
So grab your ballot, sharpen your hot takes, and place your bets—Oscar season has officially begun.
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