Front Row Classics: A Hollywood Golden Age Podcast

Hud 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 … Continue reading Ep. 448- Hud →

George Stevens 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.  Don’t forget to follow/reac...

TCM Fest Recap 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.  Don’t forget to … Continue reading Ep. 446- 2026 TCM Film Festival Recap with Matt Duff...

Brandon and Matt Go Hollywood! 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 … Continue reading Ep. 445- Brandon and Matt Duffy Preview the TCM Fest →

TCM Fest 2026 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 … Continue reading Ep. 444- TCM Film Festival Preview with Dave Karger &...

Trashy Movies 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.  Don’t forget to follow/reach us at: Website: https://linktr.ee/FrontRowClassicsTwitter: @FRNCLASSICSEmail: classicsfrn@gmail.comFacebook:&...

Perfect Movies 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 perfect movie and we’re giving you our thought, From the Golden Age to the 80s/90s, Brandon and John cover the gamut of movies … Continue reading Ep. 442- ‘Perfect Movies&#82...

San Francisco Today marks the 120th anniversary of the San Francisco Earthquake of 1906. Brandon and Emmett Stanton are commemorating the occasion with a look at the 90th anniversary of 1936’s San Francisco. This movie illustrates MGM at its zenith as film studio. Brandon and Emmett celebrate the star power of Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy … Continue reading Ep. 441- San Francisco &#...

The Lady Eve Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most popular screwball comedies of the Golden Age. Brandon welcomes back author Emily Edwards to chat about 1941’s The Lady Eve. The two discuss the witty and hilarious moments provided by writer/director, Preston Sturges. Don’t forget to follow/reach us at: Website: https://linktr.ee/FrontRowClassicsTwitter: @FRNCLASSI...

I Loved Movies, But Front Row Classics welcomes back historian & author Joseph McBride as he turns the tables on himself. The new book, “I Loved Movies, But…” features a candid conversation with his friend and film/baseball historian, Danny Peary. Joe and Danny join Brandon to discuss the origins of the book and the biggest … Continue reading Ep. 439- “I Loved Mov...

Welcome Maltins! Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome Leonard and Jessie Maltin to chat about their new book, “Family Movie Night Menus: Receipes & Films for Unforgettable Times Together”. The book features 25 unforgettable family films and pairs them with specific receipe for your family to enjoy together with the film. The father/daughter duo … Continue reading Ep. 438...

Shall We Dance Front Row Classics is celebrating the 70th anniversary of the film version of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King and I. Brandon and Peter Martin chat about the legendary performances of Yul Brynner and Deborah Kerr. They also discuss what works and doesn’t work about the translation from stage to screen. Don’t forget … Continue reading Ep. 437- The King and I...

Nat Segaloff Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome author/journalist Nat Segaloff. Brandon and Nat discuss the love of film and his passion for writing about film. Topics of discussion include: William Friedkin, Humphrey Bogart, John Huston, The Towering Inferno and even Shari Lewis  & Lamp Chop. You can find links for all of Nat’s … Continue reading Ep. 436- Chatting Film with...

Celebrating Marilyn Front Row Classics will be celebrating the centennial of Marilyn Monroe throughout 2026. Our first episode welcomes podcaster and Monroe fan, Paul Walsh. Brandon and Paul are chatting about Marilyn’s unfinished final film, Something’s Got to Give in 1962. They discuss the legendary production history surrounding the film which evenutally became 1963’s Move &#8...

Shadow of a Doubt Front Row Classics is taking a look at Alfred Hitchcock’s personal favorite of all his films. Brandon is joined by Scott Gardner to chat about 1943’s Shadow of A Doubt. Brandon and Scott discuss the realism and small-town quality that makes the film different among the rest of Hitchcock’s canon. They … Continue reading Ep. 434- Shadow of a Doubt &#859...

Here’s Lucy Front Row Classics welcomes back our friend, Tony Maietta, to take a look at Lucille Ball’s third show. Here’s Lucy. Brandon and Tony each pick two favorite episodes from the sixth season run. They also chat about the series’ most famous episode guest starring Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. Don’t forget to follow/reach … Continue reading Ep. 433- Cel...

Xanadu Front Row Classics is taking a look at a movie that’s a little off-the-beaten-path for the show. Brandon is joined by film historian Sloan De Forest to chat about 1980’s Xanadu. The movie, one of the most popular “bad films” of all time, remains a cult classic with many classic film inpirations. Brandon and … Continue reading Ep. 432-Xanadu →

Dr Zhivago It’s Oscar Night and Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most nominated films from 1965. Brandon is joined by Emmett Stanton and Matt Duffy to discuss Doctor Zhivago. The hosts chat about the epic nature of David Lean’s storytelling, the wonderful performances of the ensemble cast and the … Continue reading Ep. 431- Doctor Zhivago →

Havana Widows Front Row Classics is taking a look at a pre-code gem. Brandon is joined by Sophia D’Aurelio Adair to chat about this charming film directed by Ray Enright. The movie is led by the unflappbale team of Joan Blondell and Glenda Farrell. Brandon and Sophia discuss some memorable moments and pine for the … Continue reading Ep. 430- Havana Widows →

Mr. Deeds Front Row Classics is celebrating the 90th anniversary of Mr. Deeds Goes to Town. Brandon and Peter Martin are discussing the highlughts and relevance of Frank Capra’s fable of an ordinary man in extraordinary circumstances. The two discuss the casting of Gary Cooper and Jean Arthur and many of the remarkable character actors … Continue reading Ep. 429- Mr. Deeds Goes to&#160...

Stand By Me Front Row Classics celebrates the 40th anniversary of Stand by Me. Brandon is joined by, friend of the podcast, April Clemmer to celebrate this classic coming-of-age film. The two also celebrate the career of the late Rob Reiner and reflect on their own coming-of-age stories. Don’t forget to follow/reach us at: Website: https://linktr.ee/FrontRowClassicsTwitter: @FRNCLASSICSE...

Welcome Anthony Peck Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome Anthony Peck. Anthony is an actor, writer and son of Hollywood legend Gregrory Peck. Brandon and Anthony discuss his early years growing up and the impact of his father. The two also discuss many of his father’s acting highlights and commitment to social justice. Don’t … Continue reading Ep. 427- A Conversation with Anthony&...

Slap That Bass Front Row Classics welcomes back, friend of the podcast, Holley Snaith to celebrate 1937’s Shall We Dance. Brandon and Holley chat about the ongoing legacy of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. The two also discuss how the music of George and Ira Gershwin contribute to the charm of one of Astaire & … Continue reading Ep. 426- Shall We Dance →

A Book Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome back Kate Luckinbill. Brandon and Kate are discussing the newly expanded edition of her grandfather, Desi Arnaz’s, memoir. “A Book: The Outspoken Memoirs of the Man Who “Loved Lucy”―and Revolutionized Television” gives invlauable insight into the humor and heart of one of the true pioneers in the … Continue reading Ep. 4...

The Last of Sheila Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most clever whodunnits of the 1970’s. Author, Morgan Matson, joins Brandon to take a look at 1973’s The Last of Sheila. With a screenplay by Anthony Perkins and Stephen Sondheim, this offbeat film boasts a cast including James Coburn, Raquel … Continue reading Ep. 424- The Last of Sheila →