Is the DE&I backlash in America casting a shadow over award-season voters? In our first 'Brown & Black' episode of 2024, we have a critical exploration of DE&I's impact on Hollywood's award season. We'll also dissect the ratings and their implications, analyze the Latino shutout and its contributing factors, and share our predictions for which Latino and Black movies and talent will secure the coveted Oscar nominations. *Main topics* Concerns that DE&I initiatives are being dismantled in Hollywood. Feelings that white male creatives are being sidelined. The Latino shutout. Why can't popular Latino stars win major awards? Decoding the award show ratings and what it represents. Oscar nomination predictions for Latino and Black movies. 🎧 Subscribe and listen to "Brown & Black": Spotify: https://spoti.fi/47JgORF Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2uwVWk2 📱Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/brownblackpodcast https://www.instagram.com/jackrico https://www.instagram.com/iammikeonscreen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices