The Front Row Network

We teased it last week and now we're proud to bring the newest show in the Front Row stable: #ConvinceMe with Larry Smith. In his first episode, Larry welcomes fellow comedian and radio personality Kyle Fields. Get ready to laugh! FEATURING: Larry Smith & Kyle Fields Don't forget to follow/reach us at: Website: www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network Twitter:  @frontrowreviewz Email: thefro...

#FLASHBACK is closing out June with a look at the origin film of the current 2020 box office champion. That's right we're diving into Will Smith and Martin Lawrence's buddy-cop action extravaganza Bad Boys. FEATURING: Ryan Lootens & Jay Hoffman Don't forget to follow/reach us at: Website: www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network Twitter:  @frontrowreviewz Email: thefrontrowmoviereviews@gmail...

It's #HamiltonWeek on the Front Row Network! We've got a ton of coverage coming for you leading up to the release of the #HamilFilm on July 3rd. We're kicking off our coverage with Part 1 of a comprehensive ranking of EVERY SINGLE SONG IN THE SHOW! That's right, all 46 songs on the soundtrack ranked! Who will come out on top? Listen to find out! FEATURING: Jeremy Goeckner & Sara Baltusevich Don't...

Welcome our new video series #TheRundown. Here we will give you a very quick review of the biggest entertainment news you might have missed last week. This episode is packed with new movie release dates, new projects and a slate of new trailers. Check it out!  FEATURING: Jeremy Goeckner Don't forget to follow/reach us at: Website: www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network Twitter:  @frontrowr...

The Network is proud to welcome celebrity photographer Michael Grecco to the Front Row! Michael has led a truly incredible life on his way to becoming one of the foremost celebrity photographers in the world. Whether it's his origins in the punk music scene to his time with the biggest magazines in the world, Michael has always had his camera out and ready to capture every moment in front of him....

CLASSICS is back for their June episode and the crew is going all the way back to 1938 to take a look at Errol Flynn as the titular legendary bandit in  The Adventures of Robin Hood . This one has everything a classic action adventure needs including one of the best stunt actors of all time and the immortal Olivia de Havilland. FEATURING: Brandon Davis, Eric Flick & Allison Means Don't forget to f...

It's a giant sized episode! This week we have special guest Mary Kish from Game Spot and Twitch fame! We get into some Weaving Tides and System Shock remake betas, talk about NOT e3 news, and Mary brings us into her horror world. We close out the episode with an Indie or Outdie and Guest Spot! This was a fun one! Enjoy! Segments Early Adopters | News | Backlog Blog | Indie or Outdie | Guest Spot D...

We at the Network are always looking for new content and the best content creators to keep you entertained! And so we are so psyched to introduce you to our good friend Larry Smith and his brand new show for the Network and NPR Illinois called "Convince Me". Check out this interview for a preview of what this hilarious show has in store for your earbuds. FEATURING: Larry Smith, Jeremy Goeckner & C...

The Beyond the Mouse crew had the extraordinary opportunity to speak with Disney Legend Bob Gurr. Bob is responsible for most everything on wheels at the Disney Parks. He worked directly with Walt Disney to help open Disneyland. It's an incredible conversation!   Featuring: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford, Vanessa Ferguson More on NPR Illinois: https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-netw...

We're happy to be debuting a brand new segment from the Super GG Radio team: The #VideoGameMinute. Here they will break down the latest news from the world of video games in a nice, quick episode. Enjoy the first of many! FEATURING: Alex Orona FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network FIND US ON FACEBOOK facebook.com/thefrontrownetwork/ FIND US ON TWITTER twitter.com/Front...

As the Network branches out a bit, we're pleased to bring the first of our regular  # WWE  PayPerView reviews. Here's what happened last night at  # Backlash2020 . Did the Greatest Wrestling Match Ever live up to the hype? Find out the answer to that and every other question from last night's action! FEATURING: Jeremy Goeckner FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network FIND...

For the third month in a row we're breaking out the bracket to decide a champion! This time it's our #MayMusicMadness as the bracketmaster Lou has given us the chance to crown the Greatest 90s Song of All Time. Join our all-star panel as they make the picks and crown the champion of 90s music! FEATURING: Louis Hare, Donna Hare, Tiffany Topol, Steve Ponzo & Calivero FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS nprillin...

Join Craig, Brett and Vanessa as they chat with Disney Legend Floyd Norman. Floyd began his career at the Walt Disney Studios working on Sleeping Beauty in 1956. He continues to work on animation projects today, nearing his 85th birthday. FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Brett Rutherford, Vanessa Ferguson with Floyd Norman FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network FIND US ON FA...

We close out the month of May with the latest episode of Classics. Brandon and Eric are breaking down what some call one of the most pivotal movies of all time. Join us for a deep dive of "One The Waterfront". Featuring: Brandon Davis & Eric Flick FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/thefrontrownetwork/ FIND US ON TWITTER twit...

The boys at Super GG Radio sat down with Springfield Public Schools eSports coach Dalton McGhiey to talk about how this program came about, what he loves most about it and what the future holds. #NPR #FRN #SuperGGRadio #esports Featuring: Alex Orona, Joel DeWitte & Dalton McGhiey   FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network FIND US ON FACEBOOK -  https://www.fa...

One of our favorite episodes every year is the annual Memorial Day film spotlight. This year, veteran Jay Hoffman is joined by regular Erin and fellow vet Ian to discuss Mel Gibson's 2016 Desmond Doss drama/biopic Hacksaw Ridge. To all the veterans out there, thank you for your service. Featuring: Jay Hoffman, Erin McCabe, Ian Pflug   FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/f...

That's right! Guilty Pleasures is back with another new release that has gone straight onto the guilty-as-hell pile. Lou is joined by regulars Sam and Christian to talk about just how many grown man soiling himself scenes are too many in a crime boss biopic. It's time to take Capone to the guilt meter. Featuring: Louis Hare, Sam Dubina & Christian Krauspe   FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.npr...

#Classics is back with a sorely needed break in the state of the world right now with perhaps one of the best comedies of all time. Oh, and it also happens to be a fantastic Western with two of the biggest movie stars of all time. That's right, we're breaking down #ButchCassidyAndTheSundanceKid. #NPR #FRN FEATURING: Brandon Davis & Eric Flick ___________________________________________   FIND US O...

This week!  Alex & Getty tag team West of Dead Beta & everyone engages in some Treachery in Beatdown City in Early Adopters.  News is Playstation centric and insider baseball.  We turn in our video game homework finishing Gears of War for the first time.  Finally, Alex makes sure it's a long ep with some bonus segments. Segments Early Adopters News Video Game Homework: Gears of War Bonus Alex Segm...

Don't worry, it isn't still March! We promise. This episode hasn't hit the feeds yet but better late than never! Every March we get into our movie bracket mode to bring you the MARCH MOVIE MADNESS! This year we have a fantastic bracket for you. Inspired by our film historian Brandon Davis, we're digging deep to decide the bracket on the Greatest Movie Star of All Time! 64 will enter, only 1 will l...

Twenty five years ago Goofy and Max set out on the open road and ended up at a Powerline concert. We had the opportunity to sit down with the man who made it al l happen. The Beyond the Mouse crew sat down with director Kevin Lima. We talking about his entire career from his start at the Walt Disney Studios to what he's doing today. In addition to A Goofy Movie, Kevin has also directed Tarzan, 102...

Ryan, Jay and Steve take on two films made their way to streaming platforms early due to Covid 19. In this super sized special edition of Full Disclosure, we present TWO films. First up is The Hunt then followed by The Invisible Man. Warning spoilers ahead! FEATURING: Ryan Lootens, Jay Hoffman and Steve Sykes ___________________________________________   FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprill...

Apollo 13 is one of the top 90s films. The film is 25 years old and we are also celebrating the 50th anniversary of the event. So, a perfect time to revisit this classic! FEATURING: Craig McFarland, Anna McFarland and Brandon Davis ___________________________________________   FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network FIND US ON FACEBOOK -  https://www.faceboo...

Remember when Rocky defeated communism? Well, this is the movie that happened after that! Guilty Pleasures take on Rocky V, but their take might surprise you.   Featuring: Louis Hare, Aaron Randolph and John Bowser   FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network FIND US ON FACEBOOK -  https://www.facebook.com/thefrontrownetwork/ FIND US ON TWITTER -  https://twitt...

We know them, we love them. Now the Beyond the Mouse Crew ranks all 22 Pixar releases. Which one will come out on top?