In this episode of This American Wife, Tim and Amber take you on a journey from their Welsh home to the global stage as they review three of the latest must-watch releases!

💥 First, it’s Paradise — the new sci-fi series from Dan Fogelman (creator of This Is Us) streaming now on Hulu and Disney+. We explore its ambitious world-building, character-driven drama, and whether it lives up to the hype.

🎬 Next, G20 — the gripping political thriller starring Viola Davis as the President of the United States facing a crisis during the G20 Summit. We break down the performances in this Amazon Prime Video streaming exclusive, the high-stakes plot, and Davis’ powerhouse presence.

🎭 And finally, we head home to Wales with Mr Burton — the biographical drama starring Toby Jones as mentor to the legendary Welsh actor Richard Burton. We unpack the film’s emotional depth, its portrayal of Burton’s youth, and its deep Welsh cultural ties.

If you’re into Welsh cinema, action thrillers, or smart sci-fi storytelling, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of This American Wife, we dive into a wild mix of true crime, coming-of-age drama, and an unexpected heartwarming tale.

We break down three OJ Simpson series, exploring how the media continues to be fascinated by the infamous murder trial and its impact on true crime storytelling.

Then, we shift gears to Netflix’s Adolescence, the gripping British crime drama tackling teenage violence, the justice system, and the growing influence of the manosphere on young men.

Keeping with the theme of youth in crisis, we discuss the Brazilian film I'm Still Here (2024), a raw and emotional family story that shines a light on Brazil's struggles.

Finally, we wrap up with The Penguin Lessons, a heartwarming film adaptation of the bestselling memoir about a man who rescues a Magellanic penguin and forms an unlikely lifelong bond. How does this uplifting story compare to the darker themes of true crime and toxic masculinity? And what does a penguin have to teach us about life, survival, and compassion?

Join us as we explore murder, media, the manosphere, and one very special penguin—only on This American Wife!

🔎 Topics Covered:
✔️ OJ Simpson’s TV comeback & true crime obsession
✔️ The manosphere’s impact on young men & online radicalization in Adolescence (Netflix) – toxic masculinity & teenage violence
✔️ I'm Still Here (2024) – a Brazilian Oscar-winning drama
✔️ The Penguin Lessons – an uplifting story of friendship & survival

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The 2025 Academy Awards are almost here, and we’re making our final Oscar predictions! Join us as we break down every single category and give our thoughts on what SHOULD and what WILL win.

Best Picture: Leading the pack is Emilia Pérez with 13 nominations, followed closely by The Brutalist and Wicked, each securing 10 nods. Will Emilia Pérez's groundbreaking narrative outshine the competition, or could Anora or Conclave pull a surprise victory?

Best Actress: The category is fiercely competitive, featuring Karla Sofía Gascón (Emilia Pérez), the first transgender actress nominated, alongside Cynthia Erivo (Wicked), Demi Moore (The Substance), Mikey Madison (Anora), and Fernanda Torres (I'm Still Here). Can Gascón make history, or will Moore's comeback performance steal the spotlight?

Best Actor: Adrien Brody (The Brutalist) and Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Unknown) are neck and neck, with Colman Domingo (Sing Sing), Ralph Fiennes (Conclave), and Sebastian Stan (The Apprentice) also delivering compelling performances. Who will take home the coveted statuette?

Best Supporting Actress: Zoe Saldaña (Emilia Pérez) emerges as a frontrunner, but faces strong competition from Ariana Grande (Wicked), Monica Barbaro (A Complete Unknown), Felicity Jones (The Brutalist), and Isabella Rossellini (Conclave). Will Saldaña's performance resonate with the Academy voters?

Best Supporting Actor: Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain) and Edward Norton (A Complete Unknown) lead the predictions, with Yura Borisov (Anora), Guy Pearce (The Brutalist), and Jeremy Strong (The Apprentice) also in contention. Who will emerge victorious in this talented lineup?

Best Director: Sean Baker (Anora), Brady Corbet (The Brutalist), James Mangold (A Complete Unknown), Jacques Audiard (Emilia Pérez), and Coralie Fargeat (The Substance) vie for the prestigious award. Will Baker's unique storytelling or Audiard's visionary direction capture the Academy's favor?

Join us as we analyze each category, discuss potential upsets, and share our thoughts on who will take home the Oscars. Share your predictions with us, and don't forget to subscribe for our post-award show breakdown!