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After a couple weeks of reflection, and just sheer busyness, Jeremy and Craig have a chance to speak about their experience at Fan Expo St. Louis. The two recap the planning that went into the con. Then they jump into their individual experiences including their panels with Carl Weathers, the cast of Smallville, the cast of Clerk, Billy West, Ron Pearlman (and surprise Theo Rossi), Kevin Smith and...

We were delighted to be invited to a recent press junket in preparation for the release of  Physical  season two on Apple TV+. Craig was able to preview some of season two as well as interview the show's creator Annie Weisman. She provided insights on where we will find our characters as they move throughout season two, and who messages she is hoping to convey to the audience. Next, Craig caught u...

Front Row Classics kicks off June with a discussion of George Stevens' Oscar-winning film, A Place in the Sun. Allison Means joins Brandon and Eric to disucss this well-made drama from 1951. They discuss the bold direction from Stevens as well as the Oscar-nominated performances from Montgomery Clift and Shelley Winters. The hosts also pay tribute to the legendary Elizabeth Taylor in her first mat...

Welcome to the '90s! Chip 'n Dale are back and better than ever in this new film brought directly to Disney+. We were excited to sit down and tell you all about it. Craig and Vanessa from Beyond the Mouse were also joined on this review by Mike Wennmacher, known locally to the Springfield area through his work with Mid-West Family Broadcasting. The three chat about the awesome cameos and Easter eg...

"Everybody got help from someone…" We were recently invited to a press junket where Academy Award Nominee Donald Mowat was talking about his recent hair and make-up design for Moon Knight on Disney+. We had a few minutes to chat with Donald about his process, and how he went about preparing for his opportunity in the MCU. We do sneak in a question about his recent Academy Award nomination for his...

"Literally we can't let Brett keep winning these. Please, help." This past weekend, we were LIVE on the Creator Stage at Fan Expo St. Louis. We decided what is geekier then three hosts doing a 90's character draft. The rules are simple, the character had to appear in a Disney property in the 90s. Three hosts enter the stage, only one left victorious. You listener may right the wrong done in St. Lo...

The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to chug along with the release of their latest box-office busting hit  Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness . Dr Stephen Strange casts a forbidden spell that opens a portal to the multiverse. However, a threat emerges that may be too big for his team to handle. Alex Orona of  Super GG Radio and Editor-In-Chief Jeremy Goeckner break down all of the big...

Front Row Classics shines the spotlight on one of a true landmark of cinema history. Bonnie & Clyde marked the beginning of a new era of moviemaking. Brandon and Eric dicuss the many aspects of how this film ushered in the "silver age of cinema" from 1967-1976. The hosts also pay tribute to legendary performances from a cast including Warren Beatty, Faye Dunaway and Gene Hackman.

Meet me in St. Louis! Craig was given the great opportunity to speak with director/podcaster Kevin Smith. The two speak about Kevin's experience at comic conventions ahead of his appearance this weekend at FanExpo St. Louis. Kevin and Jay Mewes will have a special show Saturday night after the comic con wraps up for the day. Craig also asks Kevin about his upcoming comic line Secret Stash Press wi...

Front Row Classics is thrilled to bring you a special conversation with Mr. Michael Feinstein. Michael is a renowned pianist, singer and historian. He's also the definitive Ambassador for the Great American Songbook.  The interview includes discussion on his personal relationships with some of the greatest contributors to Twentieth Century popular music, including Ira Gershwin and Rosemary Clooney...

Hello all you Lasso fans! It's a big day here at the Biscuit Lounge as we're welcoming our biggest guest yet! We are so proud to bring you our conversation with Sam Obisanya himself, Mr. Toheeb Jimoh! As if it wasn't obvious, Toheeb is one of the better humans on the planet with a zest for life that matches his on-screen persona. We talk about how he got into acting, what lead him to Ted Lasso, hi...

Christian Blauvelt returns to Front Row Classics to celebrate one of the greatest homefront films of World War II. Brandon and Christian discuss 1943's The Human Comedy. The movie, based on an original screenplay by William Saroyan, was made at the peak of MGM's powers during the days of the studio system. Mickey Rooney delivers an Oscar nominated performance alongside a top notch ensemble cast. T...

May the Fourth be with you! The Halcyon Five are back in the thrilling conclusion to their Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser journey. We hope you celebrate this Star Wars Day responsibly, by booking a stay off world near Walt Disney World! FEATURING: Brett Rutherford, Alexa Giacomini, Brittney McLaughlin, Tyler Dobson and Beckham Stewart __________________________________________  Named one of the to...

Together as one! The Halcyon Five were among the first to voyage on the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser which blasted off from Walt Disney World in early March. The group has come back together to discuss the trip in this first of two parts. In this episode we hear about their first experiences onboard the Halcyon! FEATURING: Brett Rutherford, Alexa Giacomini, Brittney McLaughlin, Tyler Dobson and...

Front Row Classics is happy to welcome Scott McGee! Scott is a senior director of Original Productions at Turner Classic Movies. He joins Brandon to discuss his newest book, "Danger on the Silver Screen: 50 Films Celebrating Cinema's Greatest Stunts". The book takes a look at the storied history of stunt work and the men & women who pioneered this artform. Brandon and Scott discuss key films in th...

We are finally back! Craig and his family finally made it back to Walt Disney World! Anna and Craig speak about their trip overall. We also discuss recent changes to Disney Genie+ as well as discussing some new dining options throughout the park. There is also a follow up to Jordan Fisher's offer to purchase a lightsaber for Craig's son. So much fun in this episode!   FEATURING: Craig McFarland, B...

Front Row Classics is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Lady Sings the Blues. Brandon and Eric are joined by Bea Bonner from NPR Illinois' Community Voices. The hosts discuss Diana Ross' Oscar nominated performance as the legendary Billie Holliday. The peformances of Billy Dee Williams and Richard Pryor are also celebrated. Lady Sings the Blues is a heartwrenching, if not entirely accurate, biop...

FIVE STAR POD SPLASH makes its triumphant return for the first time in over a year and we're coming out swinging with the show of shows, WRESTLEMANIA! The 38th Mania saw two nights of packed action, massive returns, some all-time great matches and some of the most surreal stuff you'll ever see in a wrestling ring. Lou and Jeremy break it all down for you!

Today marks the 110th Anniversary of the sinking of the unsinkable Titanic, and then 30 years ago the biggest movie on the 20th Century was released and teen and pre-teen girls collectively lost their minds over the romance aboard the sinking ship. Join us as we dig into behemoth of a natural disaster movie. Does the movie hold up? Is this just a mushy love story, or is there more to this movie be...

Episode 2 of the Front Row Network's newest show, ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST, is the continuation of Gus's talk with Broadway legend Jim Walton. Gus and Jim discuss his journey to Broadway and the amazing story of Merrily We Roll Along. Join us for part 2 of this amazing interview.

On this special episode, Steve interviews Lillie Lainoff, author of the new novel, "One for All," a gender-bent retelling of "The Three Musketeers." But there's one more twist to the story: Like the protagonist in her book, Lillie has Postural orthostatic tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Listen in as Lillie tells how her disability has challenged her personally and professionally. FEATURING: Steve Syk...

Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome Turner Classic Movies' host, Ben Mankiewicz. Ben has been an on-air host for the channel since 2003. Our interview covers his background in both film and politics. You'll also learn about some of his most memorable interviews during his tenure with TCM. Brandon and Ben also have fun discussing the pros and cons of classic film fandom. Ben Mankiewicz is the...

"We failed the Bechdel test." Sometimes the boys of the pod leave for Disney World. Sometimes that means the true foundation of BTM, Vanessa Ferguson, has to come in and make sure the show will go on. This week, Vanessa chats with her NPR Illinois Community Voices Co-host Bea Bonner about the 1998 Disney animated classic, Mulan. FEATURING: Vanessa Ferguson and Bea Bonner __________________________...

Front Row Classics celebrates the 80th anniversary of one of a film that truly epitomizes the word, timeless. Lou Hare, from Guilty Pleasures, joins Brandon and Eric to break down a movie that remains as powerful and relevant as it was in 1942.  The hosts discuss the iconic performances, scenes and dialogue that have made Casablanca a touchstone in film history. We also make the case for why it ca...

We're thrilled to welcome author & historian, Sloan De Forest to Front Row Classics! Sloan's most recent release is "The Essential Directors: The Art and Impact of Cinema's Most Influential Filmmakers".  The book highlights fifty-six of the greatest directors from the silent throught the modern era. Brandon and Sloan highlight several of these filmmakers along with some of their greatest movies. W...