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The Better Half

The Better Half

By: Bradley J. Halverson & Carly Corio
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Reguarly seen as a "package deal," lifelong friends and film fanatics Bradley J. Halverson and Carly Corio celebrate their friendship by watching every Best Picture winner in Oscar history. Join them every episode as they recap, review, rate, and rank each Academy Award winner one-at-a-time.

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  • 2. Oliver! (1968)
    Jul 7 2025

    The One where It's Not Really Oliver Singing. This episode, Bradley and Carly dive deep into the movie musical adaptation of Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens. In the first half, learn what happens when Oliver dares to ask for more and how he finds community in a criminal organization. Plus, the co-hosts make sure to spotlight the only prominent female character, Nancy and the only prominent dog, Bullseye. In the 2nd half, Carly lets us know which actors suffered substance abuse issues and whatever happened to the child actor who played Oliver. Plus, ratings and rankings and the reveal of the next movie.

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • 1. Wings (1927)
    Jun 30 2025

    The One with All the Bubbles (and bubble butts!). In this episode, Bradley and Carly break down the very first Best Picture Winner- the 1927 silent war drama Wings. In the first half, the hosts recap the film, including all of Mary's antics, the famous bubble scene, and THAT kiss! In the 2nd half, the hosts discuss the first academy awards and the surprising connection to Taylor Swift. Plus find out how they rate and rank Wings, and which movie they will be discussing next!

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    53 mins
  • 0. The Pilot
    Jun 17 2025

    Join Bradley and Carly as they embark on the ultimate passion project. In this episode, Bradley and Carly discuss their origin story, what they mean to each other, why they are starting a podcast, and what listeners can expect from future episodes.


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    19 mins

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