{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/644ecb43cfd508001150af94/69bd4cee62f6c66afea98d39?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Oscars 2026 Recap: St. Patrick’s Day & WWHL Highlights","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/644ecb43cfd508001150af94/1774013140289-16f5a13c-de07-4626-ae8f-300c5816d34a.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Matty is back behind the mic breaking down all things 2026 Oscars! Before diving into Hollywood’s biggest night, he recaps his whirlwind St. Patrick’s Day celebrations—sharing run-ins with Joe Biden and viral Irish step dancer Kaitlyn Sardin from Beyoncé’s <em>Cowboy Carter</em> era.</p><p><br></p><p>Matty also takes a heartfelt trip down memory lane, reflecting on performing the classic Irish ballad Danny Boy for his grandparents 20 years ago—and the unhinged story that came with it.</p><p><br></p><p>Plus, he shares his experience at the Bravo Clubhouse, where he met Andy Cohen, Jennifer Tilly, and the cast of Bravo’s buzzworthy <em>Ladies of London</em> revival.</p><p>On the TV front, Matty dives into what he’s watching now—from Hulu’s <em>Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette</em> to Shrinking—and why he’s officially become a “deckie” thanks to Below Deck Down Under (Hi, Captain Jason 😉).</p><p><br></p><p>Finally, it’s a full 2026 Academy Awards recap: the fashion, standout moments from host Conan O'Brien, unforgettable performances, major wins and snubs, A-list guests, and the emotional In Memoriam honoring legends like Diane Keaton, Catherine O'Hara, and Rob Reiner.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow us! </p><p>@mattydurkin</p><p>@thepopcornerpod </p><p><br></p><p>LIKE/SUBSCRIBE! </p>","author_name":"Matt Durkin"}