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The podcast in which we watch, assess and discuss every Academy Award Best Picture winner in no particular order. Hosted by film fans John Dorney, Jessica Regan and Tom Salinsky

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Latest Episodes

Best Pick with John Dorney, Jessica Regan, Tom Salinsky and special guest Abigoliah Schamaun

Episode 328: Carry On Cleo

Released 24 June 2026

For this episode, we teamed up with Tom's other podcast All British Comedy Explained and welcomed his ... more

Best Pick with John Dorney, Jessica Regan and Tom Salinsky

Episode 327: Oscars 2026

Released 16 March 2026

For this episode we blearily assessed the 98th Academy Awards which wrapped up in the wee small hours in the UK. A more considered reacti... more

Best Pick with John Dorney, Jessica Regan and Tom Salinsky

Episode 326: Oscar Nominations 2026

Released 22 January 2026

For this episode, Tom and John briefly reviewed the nominations for the 98th Academy Awards, mere moments after the live-str... more

Best Pick with John Dorney, Jessica Regan and Tom Salinsky

Episode 97: Anora

Released 21 January 2026

For this episode, we watched the 2024 Best Picture winner Anora, for which Sean Baker picked up a record-setting four Oscars, its fifth going ... more

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Recent Guests

Abigoliah Schamaun
Special guest on Best Pick, co-host on All British Comedy Explained
All British Comedy Explained / The Spontaneity Shop
Episode: 328. Carry On Cleo (with All British Comedy Explained)
Garrett Millerick
Award-winning comedian and writer
Episode: BP311 This Side of Paradise with Garrett Millerick
Joy Wilkinson
Writer and director known for her work on Doctor Who and her upcoming film Seven Keys.
Episode: BP310 The City on the Edge of Forever with Joy Wilkinson
Dan Starkey
Actor and writer, known for his role as Sontaran Strax in Doctor Who
Episode: BP309 The Devil in the Dark with Dan Starkey
Andy Stanton
Author of the Mr. Gum series and Benny the Blue Whale
Episode: BP308 Tapestry with Andy Stanton
Natalie Bochenski
Guest from the Raven On podcast
Raven On podcast
Episode: BP303 The Giggle

Hosts

John Dorney
Co-host/Host with a background in performance and film analysis; collaborates closely on Best Pick and related projects.
Jessica Regan
Co-host with broad experience in acting and writing; known for thoughtful, sometimes provocative commentary.
Tom Salinsky
Co-host/Host, known for insightful historical and technical film discussions with a humorous touch.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 380 ratings
  • The best movie podcast

    It really is. I rewind if traffic goes by and I miss a word. I have the ideas but of course wish I had the resources to make these guys full time now that they have come to the end of the Best Pick So Far’s: International film; Director profiles; hidden gems; keep going with the Sight&Sound top 100 …

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Della from Essential
    Australia16 days ago
  • Like Hanging Out With Movie Buds

    I'm a huge fan of movie podcasts. I can't get enough of them. Especially if they're hosted by quality people. I enjoy all three of these hosts. I don't know if it's possible to fall in love with someone's voice but if it is, I am positively smitten with Jessica Regan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rainesonfilm
    United Statesa month ago
  • My #1 fave movie podcast!

    The perfect mix of smart commentary, film history, humor, heated debates, and fascinating film-nerd trivia! All three hosts are hardcore film buffs who work in different areas of film, theater, arts, writing, etc, and they’re good friends who have fun doing the show together. Yet their backgrounds, personalities, and tastes are very different, so they often disagree in such interesting ways! I learn a ton from every episode, feels like I’m enrolled in the most fun Film Studies class ever.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarachelO91
    United States7 months ago
  • Best pod! Glad to have them back (briefly)

    I’m in love with this podcast, despite not having seen most of these films. I love the history and detail they go into. And they make it very fun. Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emilybinns
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Amazing Podcast

    I’m a long time listener and fan. I learn something new from every episode. I appreciate the preparation and effort put into the show. I feel like I am listening to 3 friends of mine. As a self taught film nerd I recommend this podcast to everyone. I even listen to episodes more than once. Thanks Jess, John and Tom! I appreciate the your sense of humor as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    QueensYankeeGal
    United States2 years ago

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Fans appreciate the accessible depth—information is thorough without being inaccessible.
The show has a dedicated, podcast-nerd audience that values detailed film history and lively host banter.

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BP302 Wild Blue Yonder
Q: Why did the doctor choose the wrong Donna?
It was a narrative choice to heighten the tension and conflict in the story, leading to a climax that required the doctor to confront the stakes.
BP310 The City on the Edge of Forever with Joy Wilkinson
Q: What's your history with Star Trek?
Joy shares that she watched the original series regularly during her A-levels and was particularly connected to Captain Kirk, although she struggled to transition to The Next Generation.

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A lively roundtable on Oscar history and Best Picture winners, blending deep-dive analysis with behind-the-scenes anecdotes, production trivia, and yearly ceremony politics. Episodes consistently explore film history, reception, and the ongoing conversation around which films deserved their accolades, often weighing performances, direction, and contextual factors. Distinctive for its three hosts' chemistry, rigorous prep, and willingness to challenge each other's views, the show also leans into wider industry notes, making it a strong fit for film enthusiasts who enjoy scholarly yet accessible critique and lively debates.

Noteworthy and unique elements include rigorous historical context, cross-episode callbacks, and clear host personaliti... more

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