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And the Runner-Up Is

Kevin Jacobsen

Booking Overview

This is a film-awards analysis show focused on Oscar history, Best Picture and Best Actress races, and the contenders who narrowly missed winning, with recurring external guests such as film writers, awards analysts, and video essayists. Agencies could credibly pitch film critics, Oscar prognosticators, awards-season commentators, and other specialists with a strong perspective on Academy Awards history or performances; booking difficulty is low.

Metrics

Episodes: 334

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 256 subscribers

Instagram: 1.4k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

kevjake4@hotmail.com

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Host

Kevin Jacobsen - Film and awards commentator specializing in Academy Awards history, Oscar races, and the analysis of nominated performances and films.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Film writers, awards analysts, critics, video essayists, and knowledgeable commentators with a demonstrated perspective on Oscar history, Academy Awards races, film performances, or overlooked contenders.
Required Achievements:  
Published film or awards writing, Established film-focused commentary or analysis, Expertise in Oscar history, performances, or awards-season competition

Recent Guest Discussions

Brandon Lewis - Ryan Coogler’s Sinners, The 2025 Best Picture Race, Oscar Contenders, And Which Film Deserved To Win.

Josh Parham - Viola Davis In Widows, Alfre Woodard In Clemency, Oscar Omissions, And Whether The Performances Deserved Nominations.

Brandon Stanwyck - Isabelle Adjani In Possession, Julianne Moore In Maps To The Stars, Cannes-recognized Performances, And Oscar Eligibility.

Recent Topics

Film, Academy Awards, Oscar History, Film Criticism, Acting Awards

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
And the Runner-Up Is
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A Woman Robbed: Evan Rachel Wood and Kate Winslet

September 24, 2026

Listen to this PREVIEW of the 38th episode of A Woman Robbed, a special bonus series you can hear on the And the Runner-Up Is Patreon exclusive feed! A Woman Robbed is a series in which Kevin is joined by a special guest to discuss women who had significant Oscar buzz heading into the nominations but were ultimately robbed/snubbed/omitted from the Best Actress lineup. In this episode, Kevin speaks with Kenzie Vanunu about two performances nominated at the SAG Awards but not the Oscars: Evan R...

Sinners (feat. Brandon Lewis)

September 02, 2026

This week on And the Runner-Up Is, Kevin welcomes writer Brandon Lewis to talk about Ryan Coogler's "Sinners," the presumed runner-up in the 2025 Best Picture race that lost to "One Battle After Another." We also discuss all other Best Picture nominees and which film we think deserved to win the Oscar. 0:00 - 10:00 - Introduction 10:01 - 1:11:03 - "Sinners" review 1:11:04 - 1:52:04 - Why "Sinners" lost Best Picture / Why "One Battle After Another" won 1:52:05 - 3:08:15 - Assessing the other e...

A Woman Robbed: Audrey Hepburn and Shirley MacLaine

August 27, 2026

Listen to this PREVIEW of the 37th episode of A Woman Robbed, a special bonus series you can hear on the And the Runner-Up Is Patreon exclusive feed! A Woman Robbed is a series in which Kevin is joined by a special guest in discussing women who had significant Oscar buzz heading into the nominations but were ultimately robbed/snubbed/omitted from the Best Actress lineup. In this episode, Kevin speaks with John T about two women co-leads who weren't nominated for Oscars: Audrey Hepburn and Shi...

Frequently asked questions

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And the Runner-Up Is
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How do I get in touch with And the Runner-Up Is?

And the Runner-Up Is is hosted by Kevin Jacobsen. Its publicly listed email is kevjake4@hotmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for And the Runner-Up Is?

The publicly listed email for And the Runner-Up Is: kevjake4@hotmail.com.

How many listeners does And the Runner-Up Is have?

Podseeker estimates And the Runner-Up Is reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for And the Runner-Up Is?

And the Runner-Up Is typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Film writers, awards analysts, critics, video essayists, and knowledgeable commentators with a demonstrated perspective on Oscar history, Academy Awards races, film performances, or overlooked contenders. Common among recent guests: Published film or awards writing; Established film-focused commentary or analysis; Expertise in Oscar history, performances, or awards-season competition. Recent guests include Brandon Lewis, Josh Parham, and Brandon Stanwyck.

How hard is it to get booked on And the Runner-Up Is?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does And the Runner-Up Is cover?

Recent episodes cover Film, Academy Awards, Oscar History, Film Criticism, and Acting Awards. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

kevjake4@hotmail.com

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