The Front Row Network

We're continuing our celebration of Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday with a conversation with author/historian Elisa Jordan. Elisa has penned "Hello, Norma Jeane: The Marilyn Monroe You Didn't Know". Born and raised in Southern California, Elisa is a leading expert on Monroe's life and legacy. She and Brandon discuss the legacy as well as some of her most memorable performances.  

Front Row Classics is celebrating the 100th birthday of Marilyn Monroe with several special guests over the next couple days. Brandon, firstly, welcomes Caroline Barris. Caroline is the daughter of legendary photographer, George Barris. Brandon and Caroline discuss her father's deep friendship with Marilyn and how his photographs were some of the most personal ever taken of the icon. They also dis...

The Front Row Network is pleased to welcome Rob Cesternino. Rob is a legendary Survivor contestant who has created a thriving podcast communtiy called "Rob Has a Podcast". He recently penned "The Tribe and I Have Spoken: The Definitive (Unofficial) Lore and Legacy from the Game's Smartest Surviving Loser". The book chronicles both the story of Survivor and Rob's personal life & career trajectory....

Front Row Classics is celebrating one of the most popular mother/daughter stories in film history. Brandon is joined by author, Mayukh Sen to discuss 1937's Stella Dallas. The two celebrate of the hallmark performances of Barbara Stanwyck's career. With sensitive direction from King Victor, this movie still packs an emotional punch nearly 90 years later. 

The Front Row Network is happy to welcome back 'The Prospector' Wes Barker. Brandon and Wes chat about what he's been up to since their last chat including the overhaul of his YouTube channel. They also go more into detail about his book, "The Ballad of the Prospector", available currently on Amazon

The Front Row Network is pleased to welcome one of the most charismatic minds in independent wrestling. Dr Eric Christopher discusses his origins in the business and the art of both a great manager & heel. Eric and Brandon also discuss the highs & lows a performer goes through during their in-ring life. 

Front Row Classics is celebrating the start of summer! We welcome back author John Malahy to count down the top 5 swimming pools in movie history. from the Golden Age to the 80s, Brandon and John discuss how pools have played important roles both aesthetically and dramatically.

The Front Row Network welcome independent wrestler Cody Prince. Brandon and Cody discuss his background in the arts & dance. They talk about his wrestling origins and career highlights so far. The two also chat about his ultimate in-ring goals.

The Front Row Network welcomes professional wrestling tag team, The Troublemakers. Canaan Kristopher and Glenn Spectre discuss the origins of their relationship and how the team was born. They discuss different championships held and how to work a crowd.

Front Row Classics welcomes author Matt Browning to discuss his newest book, "Gilmore Girls Pop Culture Reference Guide". He has chronicled the countless pop culture references made episode-by-episode in this exhaustive book. The two chat about many of the references made throughout the run, especially classic film refences. Brandon and Matt also discuss the meteoric rise of Gilmore Girls and its...

The Front Row Network is chatting with independent wrestler Ykies. Brandon and Ykies chat about his origins in wrestling and important moments of his in-ring career so far. 

Front Row Classics welcomes historian Jim Pauley to take a look at the history of Columbia Pictures. Jim recently penned "Columbia Pictures: A Century of Hollywood Motion Picture Magic". The book takes readers of the legendary studio during Hollywood's Golden Age. The book has hundreds of photos, including studio documents, vintage publicity stills, and candids, along with aerial views and maps. T...

Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the greatest entries in Paul Newman's filmography. Brandon and Emmett Stanton take a look at 1963's Hud. The movie provided Paul Newman with one of his most complex character portrayals. Brandon and Emmett also tackle how the movie was one of the eulogies of the classic Westerns moviegoers has come to know. The performances of Patricia Neal, Melvyn Dou...

The Front Row Network welcomes 'The Authority' Eddie Taurus to the podcast. Brandon and Eddie chat about his years in professional wrestling and his journey to this point. The two discuss the art of being a heel and developing a persona. Eddie also talks about his love of cosplay and how it lends itself to in-ring performance. 

The Front Row Network welcomes independent wrestler Ryan Rembrandt. Brandon and Ryan discuss his journey to his in-ring career as well as emphasis on character and storytelling. They also discuss Ryan's ultimate in-ring goals. 

Front Row Classics welcomes entertainment journalist & podcaster, Jason Fraley. Brandon and Jason are both admirers of the work of George Stevens and are counting down their top 5 favorites. You can check out Jason's podcast "Beyond the Fame" at https://www.beyondthefamepodcast.com/ or wherever you listen to podcasts.   

Brandon is back from Hollywood and ready to discuss his time at the Turner Classic Movies Film Festival. He is joined, once again, by Matt Duffy who recounts his very first festival experience. The two discuss the screenings & events that made the 4 day experience a memorable one. 

Brandon is heading to the TCM Film Fest tomorrow morning. This year, friend of the pod, Matt Duffy  (Reel Gold Rundown) is coming as well. This will be Matt's first TCM Fest and the two are discussing what they are most excited for. It's guaranteed to be a fun few days!  

The Front Row Network welcomes back independent wrestler Brendan Divine. Brandon and Brendan discuss the latest happenings at Millenium Pro Wrestling. Brandon will be present for their show, "Mayhem" this coming Friday. The two also chat about the process of putting together a weekly wrestling tv show.

It's that time of year again. Brandon will soon be heading to LA for the Turner Classic Movies Film Festival. Brandon is joined by TCM host, Dave Karger to preview many of the major events and screenings that will part of this year's festival. Dave highlights several of the events which he will be introducing. 

Front Row Classics is celebrating several of our favorite melodramatic and soapy movies in film history. Friend of the podcast, Jessica Pickens, joins Brandon to chat about their favorite guilty pleasure movies from the 50 and 60s. 

The Front Row Network welcomes independent wrestler, Tommy Kartel. Brandon and Tommy chat about the European wrestling scene and Tommy's career highlights. They also chat about his philosophies on traveling and the best & worst in wrestling. 

The Front Row Network is pleased to welcome professional wrestler Chico Adams. Brandon and Chico chat about his life in the ring and the highlights of his career. Chico also discusses the best & worst aspects of wrestling. 

The Front Row Network welcomes independent wrestler Chase Emery. Brandon and Chase discuss his wrestling origins and highlights from his in-ring career. They also discuss the benefits of traveling in professional wrestling.

Front Row Classics welcomes actor, writer & singer, John Dellaporta. Brandon and John are chatting about the notion of perfect movies. We all have different criteria for what constitutes a perferct movie and we're giving you our thought, From the Golden Age to the 80s/90s, Brandon and John cover the gamut of movies that check all of the boxes.