Wesley Morris serves as a Critic-at-Large for the New York Times, where he applies a sophisticated lens to the intersection of media and racial identity. A two-time Pulitzer Prize winner for Criticism, he hosts the Cannonball podcast, a series that translates deep-dive cultural analysis into a conversational video and audio format. His expertise translates across mediums, notably through his longtime partnership with Jenna Wortham on the Still Processing podcast and frequent guest appearances on The Bill Simmons Podcast. Recently, Morris provided a comprehensive breakdown of the 2026 Oscars race, focusing on Black women’s depictions in the film One Battle After Another and the cultural weight of Michael B. Jordan’s industry standing. By examining everything from the legacy of Toni Morrison to the Super Bowl performances of Bad Bunny, Morris offers industry professionals a rigorous look at the sociopolitical movements shaping modern audience sentiment and global entertainment trends.