Front Row Classics

Summertime We’re celebrating Labor Day weekend with Katharine Hepburn. Brandon is joined by Scott Gardner and Peter Martin to discuss 1955’s Summertime. The three discuss the beautiful Venice locations and sensitive direction from David Lean. The discussion also focuses on the acting clinic provided by both Hepburn and Rossanno Brazzi. Don't forget to follow/reach us … Continue reading Ep. 496-Summertime →

The Value of a Single Human Being Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most harrowing and thought provoking films in history. We’re discussing 1961’s Judgement at Nuremberg, directed by Stanley Kramer. Brandon is ,once again, joined by author and film historian Chris Yogerst. Brandon and Chris discuss the origins and … Continue reading Ep. 495- Judgement at Nuremberg →

Juliet Prowse Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome Juliet Prowse, niece to the legendary entertainer Juliet Prowse. Juliet has penned a wonderful tribute to her aunt called “Juliet Prowse: Born to Dance: The Extraordinary Life Story of My Aunt”. Brandon and Juliet chat about her aunt’s upbringing in South Africa and what led her … Continue reading Ep. 494- Celebrating Juliet Prowse →

Loving Lucy Front Row Classics welcomes television historian Thomas J. Watson. Tom is also a former publicist and production assistant who worked closely with Lucille Ball and has contributed a great deal to her television legacy. This great discussion is a celebration of the Lucy Legacy. Brandon and Tom chat about his origins as a … Continue reading Ep. 493-Loving Lucy with Thomas J. Watson →

Katharine Kramer Front Row Classics welcomes producer, actress, singer & journalist, Katharine Kramer. Brandon and Katharine are discussing the legacy of her father, legendary film director Stanley Kramer. The two discuss how films such as Inherit the Wind, Judgment at Nuremberg and Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner still have relevance in 2026. Katherine also discusses … Continue reading Ep. 492- Interview with Katharine Kramer →

Jungle Red Front Row Classics is taking a look at a true guilty pleasure this week. Brandon is joined by two friends of the podcast, Tony Maietta and Ben Burke to break down 1956’s The Opposite Sex. This misguided remake of The Women has an impressive cast, yet unfortunately failed to capture the same magic … Continue reading Ep. 491-The Opposite Sex →

Love in the Moonlight Front Row Classics welcomes back actress and content creator Cassidy Krygger. Cassidy is joined by director Jonathan Zsofi to discuss the their collaboration on the romantic short film, Love in the Moonlight. This film takes inspiration from classic Hollywood films such as The Ghost and Mrs. Muir. They take Brandon through … Continue reading Ep. 490- Love in the Moonlight with Cassidy Krygger and Jonathan Zsofi →

Portrait in Black Front Row Classics is celebrating the work of legendary producer Ross Hunter. Brandon is thrilled to welcome back Paul Walsh to discuss 1960’s Portrait in Black. This melodramatic suspense thriller stars Lana Turner, Anthony Quinn, Sandra Dee John Gavin and Anna May Wong in her final film performance. Brandon and Paul discuss … Continue reading Ep. 489- Portrait in Black →

Vanessa and Duke Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome two great friends of the podcast. Brandon welcomes James Duke Mason and Vanessa O’Neil to discuss a recent experience they shared on the Warner Brothers lot. They retraced the steps of their grandparents, James Mason and Judy Garland, during the production of A Star is … Continue reading Ep. 488- Celebrating Hollywood Legacy with James Duke Mason and Vanessa O’Neil →

Randy Haberkamp Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome film historian Randy Haberkamp. Randy recently retired as the Executive Vice President of the Library, Archive and Sci-Tech for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences where he held various positions for 23 years.  Brandon and Randy discuss some of his best memories from the … Continue reading Ep. 487- A Conversation with Randy Haberkamp →

Jason and the Argonauts Front Row Classics is taking a look at another great summer movie with 1963’s Jason and the Argonauts. Brandon is joined by author Christopher McKittrick to discuss this pioneering triumph in fantasy storytelling and special effects. Much of the discussion is dedicated to the legendary Ray Harryhausen whose stop-motion animation and … Continue reading Ep. 486- Jason and the Argonauts →

Bewitched Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome back Dr. Taylor Cole Miller. Taylor is an assistant professor of media studies at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. Brandon and Taylor are celebrating the 1960s sitcom, Bewitched. A favorite of both, each gives a couple favorite episodes while celebrating the impact and laughter this magical show … Continue reading Ep. 485-Tribute to Bewitched with Taylor Cole Miller →

Nicolas King Front Row Classics welcomes stage, screen and Broadway performer, Nicolas King. Brandon and Nicolas chat about growing up loving classic film &  music. They, then discuss Nicolas’ life in show business including his run as Chip in Beauty & the Beast on Broadway. Nicolas also celebrates many of the show business legends who … Continue reading Ep. 484- Interview with Nicolas King →

Welcome Linda Gray Welcome Back, Scott Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome legendary actress Linda Gray. Brandon and Linda discuss her upbringing in Los Angeles which led to modeling jobs and a career in acting. We chat about her most famous role as Sue Ellen Ewing on Dallas as well as her connection to … Continue reading Ep. 483- Interview with Linda Gray →

Welcome Back, Scott Front Row Classics welcomes back our friend Scott Nevins. Scott is an award winning host comedian and interviewer. Brandon and Scott chat about their mutual love of Broadway musicals, Judy Garland and Hollywood history. Don't forget to follow/reach us at: Website: https://linktr.ee/FrontRowClassicsTwitter: @FRNCLASSICSEmail: classicsfrn@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefrontrownetwork/Instagram: frontrowclassicspod

Cash on Demand Front Row Classics welcomes back our friend Jeremy Arnold for another Christmas in July. Brandon and Jeremy are highlighting the unsung noir heist thriller, Cash on Demand from 1961. Set during the Christmas season, this well-written British thriller stars Peter Cushing and André Morrell in to unforgettable performances. Produced by Hammer Films, … Continue reading Ep. 481- Christmas in July-Cash on Demand (1961) →

Justin Root Front Row Classics welcomes host, actor, and content creator Justin Root. As host of “The Justin Root Show”, he provides viewers a glimpse into the history of Hollywood and Los Angeles history. Brandon and Justin discuss his love of pop culture and L.A. They also chat about his memorable encounters with legends such … Continue reading Ep. 480- Chatting Pop Culture and L.A. History with Justin Root →

Musicals Great Musicals Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome Derek Lajeunesse of The Dream Factory podcast. Brandon and Derek are celebrating the storied Arthur Freed Unit from MGM. The two discuss how MGM musicals made an impact on their lives and highlight some of the most pivotal films of that era. You can find … Continue reading Ep. 479- Celebrating the Arthur Freed Unit with Derek Lajeunesse →

Mr. Blandings Front Row Classics is taking a look at a genuine comedy classic. Brandon is joined by Scott Gardner to discuss 1948’s Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House. The film features flawless performances from Cary Grant, Myrna Loy and Melvyn Douglas. Brandon and Scott chat about the comedic highlights and how the movie represent … Continue reading Ep. 478- Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House →

Reds Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of most underrated romantic epics in film history. Brandon and Emmett Stanton are commemorating the 45th anniversary of Warren Beatty’s Reds. The two discuss the epic scope and big ideas on Beatty’s film which also includes performances from Diane Keaton, Jack Nicholson, Edward Herrmann and … Continue reading Ep. 477-Reds →

Film Noir Fatal Women Front Row Classics is taking a look the women of Film Noir. Brandon welcomes authors/film historians Alain Silver and James Ursini to discuss their book, “Film Noir Fatal Women” which provides a visual narrative of many of the most pivotal women of the genre. The book utilizes over 400 photographs to … Continue reading Ep. 476- Film Noir Fatal Women with Alain Silver and James Ursini →

On Golden Pond Front Row Classics is continuing its summer viewing by taking a look at one of the most loved films of the 1980s. Brandon and Peter Martin are discussing 1981’s On Golden Pond. Based on the celebrated play by Ernest Thompson, the movie still has the power to tickle your funny bone and … Continue reading Ep. 475-On Golden Pond →

It’s Magic Front Row Classics is celebrating summer with 1948’s Romance on the High Seas. The movie marked an auspicious film debut for the legendary Doris Day. Directed by Michael Curtiz, the movie showcases all of the best Warner Bros had to offer. Brandon is joined once again by Mary-Catherine Pazzano and Dana Harrison to … Continue reading Ep. 474-Romance on the High Seas →

Catching Up with Tony Front Row Classics is happy to welcome back our friend, Tony Maietta. Tony joins Brandon for his birthday week and the two chat all things classic film. The conversation covers everything from 1940s melodramas to 1970s sitcoms. Be sure to catch Tony’s podcast , Going Hollywood, at https://www.goinghollywoodpodcast.com/. Don't forget to … Continue reading Ep. 473-Catching Up with Tony Maietta →

Ava Gardner Front Row Classics is celebrating the legendary Ava Gardner. Brandon welcomes graphic designer, writer and Board Member of the Ava Gardner Museum Lora Stocker. Brandon and Lora discuss Ava’s life & career and what the Ava Gardner Museum (located in North Carolina) has to offer. They also discuss Lora’s background and fandom of … Continue reading Ep. 472- The Ava Gardner Museum with Lora Stocker →

A Century of Hitchcock Front Row Classics welcomes author Tony Lee Moral. Tony recently penned “A Century of Hitchcock: The Man, The Myths, The Legacy”. He addressed a series of narratives regarding the Master of Suspense through new archival research and unpublished interviews.  Now available from The University Press of Kentucky wherever books are sold … Continue reading Ep. 471- A Century of Hitchcock with Tony Lee Moral →

Celebrating Bette Front Row Classics is celebrating the legendary Bette Davis by taking a look at some of her most underrated performances. Brandon is joined by Staff Editor of Entertainment Weekly, Rance Collins. Brandon and Rance are both unabashed Davis fans and have compiled their personal top 5 underrated performances of the legendary star. Let … Continue reading Ep. 470- Most Underrated Performances of Bette Davis with Rance Collins →

Beach Blanket Bingo Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome back our friend John Malahy. John, author of TCM and Running Press’ wonderful “Summer Movies” book joins Brandon to chat about the popular series of “Beach Party” movies of the 1960s. The two cover Frankie, Annette and all of the fun/bizarre cameos. The films also … Continue reading Ep. 469- Celebrating Summer and the Beach Party Movies with John Malahy →

Twilight Zone Front Row Classics is celebrating one of television’s greatest shows. Brandon welcomes writer/producer Marc Scott Zicree to discuss his third edition of “The Twilight Zone Companion”. Brandon and Marc chat about the show’s origins and Rod Serling’s impact on popular culture. They also discuss some of the most memorable episodes along with Marc’s … Continue reading Ep. 468- Celebrating the Twilight Zone with Marc Zicree →

Tea and Sympathy Front Row Classics is taking a look at two films that were forerunners in dealing with LGBT themes in film. Brandon is joined by Peter Martin to discuss Tea and Sympathy from 1956 and The Children’s Hour from 1961. The two compare and contrast the effect of the Hays Code on both … Continue reading Ep. 467- Breaking Down Tea and Sympathy and The Children’s Hour →

Queen Christina Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of Greta Garbo’s greatest screen performances. Brandon and Emmett Stanton are chatting about 1933’s Queen Christina. Brandon and Emmett discuss the unusual nature of the film and the chemistry between Garbo and John Gilbert. They also discuss Rouben Mamoulian’s expert direction which exposes all … Continue reading Ep. 466- Queen Christina →

Young Man with a Horn Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most gripping dramas from Warner Brothers in the 1950s. Brandon and Ben Burke are chatting about 1951’s Young Man with a Horn. The movie features one of the earliest landmark performances from Kirk Douglas. Director Michael Curtiz also lands … Continue reading Ep. 465- Young Man with a Horn →

Welcome Sean Barrett Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome Oz enthusiast Sean Barrett. Brandon and Sean discuss the effect of The Wizard of Oz on his life and the time he spent at Artistic Director of The Land of Oz theme park. They also chat about its evolution and inspiration to multiple generations. Sean … Continue reading Ep. 464-Chatting All Things Oz with Sean Barrett →

Be Kind Rewind Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome Isabel “Izzy” Custodio to the podcast. Izzy is the creator of the popular classic film YouTube channel, Be Kind Rewind. Brandon and Izzy discuss her origins as a classic film fan and the beginnings of her channel. They also chat about her favorite films and … Continue reading Ep. 463- Chatting with Be Kind Rewind’s Izzy Custodio →

Welcome Christian Le Blanc Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome Emmy-winning actor, Christian Le Blanc. Christian and Brandon chat about his background and acting influences which eventually led him to a multiple decade run on The Young and the Restless as Michael Baldwin. The two also discuss his experiences working with the likes of … Continue reading Ep. 462- An Interview with The Young and The Restless’ Christian Le Blanc →

June is Bustin’ Out All Over Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcomes back author and professor Laurence Maslon. Brandon and Larry are commemorating the 70th anniversary of the film version of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Carousel. The two discuss the production’s history and legacy.  Laurence Maslon is an arts professor at New York University’s Tisch … Continue reading Ep. 461- Carousel →

Welcome Brian Rohan Front Row Classics is pleased welcome Emmy-winning actor, Brian Rohan. Brandon and Brian chat about his appreciation for movies growing up which led him to a life in performing. The to two chat about their mutual classic film fandom. They, then, discuss his acclaimed interpretation of the legendary Jimmy Stewart in various … Continue reading Ep. 460- Celebrating Jimmy Stewart with Brian Rohan →

Welcome Bruce Vilanch! Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome comedy writer & actor Bruce Vilanch. Brandon and Bruce discuss his life in show business from his early days a child actor to becoming one of the most sought after comedy writers in the business. Bruce has worked with some of the most beloved entertainers … Continue reading Ep. 459-Interview with Bruce Vilanch →

Camille Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the greatest romances in film history. Brandon is joined by entertainment journalist & author, Tara McNamara, to discuss Camille (1936). Tara recently introduced the film, alongside Diane Baker, at the Turner Classic Movies Film Festival. Brandon and Tara discuss the luminous performance of Greta … Continue reading Ep. 458-Camille →

Bolt the Door, Mariah. Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of our most requested films since the inception of the podcast. Brandon is joined by Peter Martin to chat about 1949’s The Heiress. Based on Henry James’ Washington Square, this period drama rings true close to 80 years later. Olivia de Havilland … Continue reading Ep. 457- The Heiress →

Welcome Back RJ City! Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome back All Elite Wrestling’s RJ City.  RJ is a former professional wrestler who has maneuvered his way to the creative side in recent years. He and Brandon catch up and discuss even more of the world of classic film and obscure pop culture.  Don't … Continue reading Ep. 456- More Obscure Pop Culture with RJ City →

Warner Archive Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome back George Feltenstein. George is the Warner Brothers Discovery Library Historian and chats with Brandon about some of the celebrated releases of the first portion of 2026. They also chat about the restoration process of several recent releases. Don't forget to follow/reach us at: Website: https://linktr.ee/FrontRowClassicsTwitter: @FRNCLASSICSEmail: classicsfrn@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefrontrownetwork/Instagram: frontrowclassicspod