With critics' groups across the country starting to hand out their awards, the Oscar race is officially on. Cinemablend's Sean O'Connell joins us to handicap the major categories. With no clear frontrunner, it's anyone's guess which movie is going to break out before the big night.
In the Best Picture category, it's looking like things are boiling down to a showdown between "The Post" and "Lady Bird." O'Connell weighs the pros and cons of each, noting that he thinks the Steven Spielberg political drama is the best movie of the year. We also consider whether "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" could be the franchise's first Best Picture nominee since the 1977 original, "A New Hope."
Then, we tackle the contenders duking it out in the acting categories. Meryl Streep is looking to win her fourth Oscar for her leading role in "The Post." If anyone can stop her, O'Connell says it will likely be "Lady Bird's" Saoirse Ronan or "I, Tonya's" Margot Robbie. As for the actors, "Darkest Hour's" Gary Oldman is pulling ahead as the one to beat for his portrayal of Winston Churchill.
Between Bells brings you the days top stories from Google, Instagram, Twitter, and McDonald's.
Brands are increasing their efforts in using influencer marketing to reach tech tech-savvy consumers. Fownders CEO and Founder Gerard Adams joins us with a look at what the future of brand influence might look like.
The ASPCA and other groups just released a new digital resource called the Good Groceries Guide. Director of Farm Animal Welfare Strategy Daisy Freund joins Cheddar with what shoppers should watch for to ensure they're buying food that matches their values.
Robb Report just released its 34th annual Ultimate Gift Guide. Managing Director David Arnold joins Cheddar to reveal some of the most luxurious items and experiences featured in the issue.
The first box office forecasts for "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" are in and it's looking like the sequel is the hit Hollywood has been waiting for this year. Bauer Xcel Media's Kate Spies and FHM's Nick Dimengo join Cheddar to discuss the early reviews and more top entertainment headlines.
Pastry Chef Jacques Torres and Author and Sommelier Victoria James share some tips for pairing chocolates and wine.
Jacqueline Breslin, Director of Human Capital Services at TriNet, discusses tips for how you can make sure employees don't behave badly during your office holiday parties.
Lindsay Funston, Deputy Editor at Delish, joins Cheddar to discuss its video series "WTFood." Lindsay travels the country to find some of the most bizarre foods, such as ranch dressing soda, bacon lollipops, and Fireball bagels.
Closing Bell brings you the latest business, tech, and entertainment headlines.
Two years ago, Univision launched the Univision Creator Network. Now, the division has grown to encompass over 200 Latin influencers. UCN is a multi-channel network that partners with the biggest influencer names in the Hispanic community across Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and every other social channel.
