The Front Row Network

Front Row Classics is beginning a week long holiday celebration with several Christmas specials. We welcome back Scott Nevins to chat about classic Christmas TV specials. Brandon and Scott diiscuss everything from A Charlie Brown Christmas to the numerous Rankin/Bass specials.  It's a fun and nostalgic walk down memory lane. 

Front Row Classics welcomes back our friend James Duke Mason. Brandon and Duke discuss favorite Christmas movies and holiday traditions while also paying tribute to the late Robert Redford. We also spend time discussing Duke's new podcast called Duke's Download.

Brandon welcomes film critic and Oz historian Ryan Jay to Front Row Classics. Ryan is one of America's most popular nationally syndicated entertainment critics. The two discuss his passion for movies, especially those involving the Oz universe. We also discuss the release and reaction of Wicked: For Good. 

The Front Row Network is happy to welcome professional wrestler, Benjamin Boone. Known as 'The Bachelor', Ben has spent the better part of the last two decades. Brandon and Ben discuss his origins and creation of the Bachelor character. They also discuss his philosophies on pro wrestling the importance of storytelling & promos. They also discuss Ben's fulltime career in real estate. 

Front Row Classics is paying tribute to the incomporable Robert Redford. Brandon is joined by, friend of the podcast, Jackson Cooper to pay tribute to the career of one of Hollywood's most indelible icon's and filmmaking's greatest champions. Brandon and Jackson discuss their favorite films of Redford's as well as his greatest directroial acheivements. They also discuss his commitment to the art o...

The Front Row welcomes wrestler Xander Keys. Brandon and Xander discuss his time as an independent wrestler. The two discuss the art of becoming a heel, working a crowd and ring psychology. Xander also talks about his personal higlight moments of his career so far. 

Brandon welcome professional wrestler Joey Conway. The two discuss Joey's origins in wrestling and his development in the business. They also talk about the effor Joey puts into his character work as well as highlights of his career. 

Front Row Classics welcomes actor, singer and fellow podcaster, Robert Bannon. Brandon and Robert are discussing 1942's Talk of the Town. The two have a lively conversation on how the movie remains relevant in 2025. They also celebrate the director of George Stevens and the miraculous performances of Cary Grant, Jean Arthur and Ronald Colman.

Front Row Classics is taking a look at some of our favorite villains in film history. Brandon is joined by Ben Burke to count down out favorite villains from Hollywood's Golden Age.

Front Row Classics is continuing the celebration The 40th anniversary of The Golden Girls. Brandon is thrilled to welcome, director, Lex Passaris. Lex was part of the Golden Girls family from the inception eventually working his way up to full-time director. Lex tells Brandon stories of how he became involved, favorite episodes & guest stars and memories of directing the final episode. 

The Front Row Network welcomes 'The Hawaiian Hitman' Koa Laxamana. Brandon and Koa discuss his background in wrestling, how his persona has evolved and highlights of his career. They also touch on the different approaches he takes to being both a face and heel.

Brandon sits down with independent wrestler Steven Fuerte to discuss all aspects of the his career and the business. We discuss his origins, training and adjusting to becoming part of a tag team. Steven also discuss his career highlights and goals for the next few years. 

Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome Taylor Cole Miller and Alfred Martin to the podcast. The two recently edited "The Golden Girls: Tales From the Lanai" an anthology that brings an academic and historical look at the impact of one of the most popular sitcoms in history. Brandon, Taylor and Alfred discuss the show's impact on audiences of all backgrounds, identities and ages.  "The Golden Gir...

Brandon welcomes wrestler Connor Hopkins to the Front Row. The two discuss his origins, backgrounds and the art of being a good heel. Connor also discusses many of the highlights of his career so far. 

Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome back Jennifer Grant. Brandon and Jennifer discuss the legacy and impact of her Father, Cary Grant. The two discuss his memorable roles and several of her personal memories of him. They also discuss Jennifer's own career including the recent release of "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey" 

Front Row Classics welcomes back film historian & Carole Lombard biographer, Olympia Kiriakou. Brandon and Olympia are discussing 1942's To Be or Not to Be. The film, still as relevant as ever, remains a hilarious and biting satire featuring landmark performances from Lombard and Jack Benny. Brandon and Olympia also celebrate the work of director Ernst Lubitsch. 

The Front Row Network welcomes professional wrestler Brandon Aarons. Brandon chats with Aarons about his beginnings in the business and the offbeat stories he has about training. Aarons also shares the highlights of his career and his views on storytelling. 

Front Row Classics welcomes Carey Peck. Carey is the son of the legendary Gregory Peck and discusses his Father's legacy with Brandon.  Topics include Peck's memorable roles, philosophies and commitment to social justice. The two also discuss Carey's careers in politics and education.

The Front Row Network welcomes professional wrestler Landon Hale. Known as 'The Good Doctor', Brandon and Landon chat about his life as both a wrestler and chiropractor. They also discuss his thoughts and perspectives on balancing life as a wrestler and family man.

It's a little bit of horror in December as we welcome back, friend of the podcast, Ryan Bijan from Cowtown Movie Classics. Brandon and Ryan are discussing the 1960 Hammer horror classic, Curse of Frankenstein.  You can find what Ryan is up to at https://linktr.ee/CowtownMovieClassics

Front Row Classics celebrates Noirvember with a suspenseful 1954 noir from Fritz Lang. Brandon and Emmett Stanton are chatting about Human Desire. The film features strong performances from Glenn Ford, Broderick Crawford and the incomparable Gloria Grahame. Brandon and Emmett also chat about the railroad imagery and strange subtext seen throughout the movie.

Front Row Classics welcomes three special guests to discuss all aspects of show business. Brandon is chatting with Adam Huss (Actor/Writer), Adam Bucci (Actor/Producer/Business Owner) and Lesley Aletter (Stuntwoman/Actor). We discuss their respective careers & inspirations from the Golden Age of Hollywood and beyond. Huss discuss his latest project called "Truth Man", a comic book superhero that s...

Happy Thanksgiving from Front Row Classics. Brandon is joined author/journalist, Maureen Lee Lenker to celebrate the classic stars we're most thankful for in 2025. Brandon and Maureen rank their top 5 Golden Age actors who have given them the most joy this year. Let us know who you're most thankful for!

Brandon is sitting down and chatting with professional wrestler, Nic Nolan. The two discuss Nic's origins as a wrestler and his thoughts on being a heel. We also discuss his thoughts on mental health and staying relevant.

Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome back the Czar of Noir himself, Eddie Muller. Brandon and Eddie celebrate all things film noir, including the 75th anniversaries of Sunset Blvd and The Asphalt Jungle. Topics also include coming attractions on Noir Alley and recapping the TCM Cruise.