Desk Set Happy New Year’s Eve from Front Row Classics. Brandon welcomes back Scott Gardner to ring in 2026 with Spencer Tracy and Katharine Hepburn. The two are taking a look at 1957’s Desk Set. The film is unique to the series of Tracy/Hepburn films. It’s a lighthearted romantic comedy that provides from zany holiday … Continue reading Ep. 409- Desk Set →

Remember the Night Front Row Classics is finishing up our holiday week with one of the most heartwarming films for this time of year. Brandon and Morgan Matson are discussing 1940’s Remember the Night. The two discuss the chemistry between Barbara Stanwyck and Fred MacMurray. They also praise the script by Preston Sturges and direction … Continue reading Ep. 408- Remember the Night →

Bells of St Mary’s Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the most heart warming films of the 1940s. Brandon and Peter Martin are chatting about 1945’s The Bells of St Mary’s. Bing Crosby reprises his role as Father O’Malley from Going My Way. This time, he’s joined by the incandescent Ingrid … Continue reading Ep. 407- The Bells of St. Mary’s →

Merry Christmas! Merry Christmas from Front Row Classics. Brandon is joined once again by Tony Maietta to talk about some favorite offbeat viewing during the holiday season. Topics range from Golden Age feature films to classic sitcoms to 80s/90s romantic comedies.  Be sure to check out Tony’s podcast, Going Hollywood, at https://www.goinghollywoodpodcast.com/ Don’t forget to … Continue reading Ep. 406- Offbeat Christmas Viewing with Tony Maietta →

Christmas Eve Special Merry Christmas Eve from Front Row Classics! Brandon welcomes Front Row regulars, Emmett Stanton, Matt Duffy and Peter Martin to celebrate the holidays with plenty of film discussion and opinions. You’ll hear tributes to Gene Hackman, Robert Redford & Diane Keaton as well as plenty of holiday film discussion. The hosts also … Continue reading Ep. 405- Christmas Eve Special with Emmett, Matt and Peter →

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome back Vanessa O’Neil. Brandon and Vanessa catch up since their last conversation in the summer. Vanessa discusses the Judy Garland Estate’s launch on social media and the impact she is already seeing from it. The two also discuss Vanessa’s reaction to Oz … Continue reading Ep. 404- Celebrating Judy Garland and the Holidays with Vanessa O’Neil →

Christmas with Stanwyck Front Row Classics is celebrating the holidays with the incomparable Barbara Stanwyck. Brandon is joined once again by Jackson Cooper to celebrate one of the greatest leading ladies in Hollywood History. They discuss two of her greatest contributions to the Holiday season: Christmas in Connecticut (1945) and Remember the Night (1940).  Don’t … Continue reading Ep. 403- A Barbara Stanwyck Christmas →

Peggy Lee Front Row Classics is celebrating the legacy of the legendary Peggy Lee. Brandon is thrilled to welcome Lee’s granddaughter, Holly Foster Wells. As President of Peggy Lee Associates, Holly manages every aspect of grandmother’s estate. Brandon and Holly discuss Lee’s origins and rise to fame. They also touch on many of the ways … Continue reading Ep. 402- Celebrating Peggy Lee with Holly Foster Wells →

God Bless Us Everyone Front Row Classics continues our holiday celebration with our friend Jessica Pickens. Brandon and Jessica are discussing their favorite versions of A Christmas Carol. The versions range from the 30s-00s and aren’t confined to just feature films. Television movies & specials are also covered. Don’t forget to follow/reach us at: Website: https://linktr.ee/FrontRowClassicsTwitter: @FRNCLASSICSEmail: classicsfrn@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefrontrownetwork/Instagram: frontrowclassicspod

Scott Nevins Christmas Front Row Classics is beginning a week long holiday celebration with several Christmas specials. We welcome back Scott Nevins to chat about classic Christmas TV specials. Brandon and Scott discuss everything from A Charlie Brown Christmas to the numerous Rankin/Bass specials.  It’s a fun and nostalgic walk down memory lane.  Don’t forget … Continue reading Ep. 400- Celebrating Classic Christmas Specials with Scott Nevins →

Holidays with Duke Front Row Classics welcomes back our friend James Duke Mason. Brandon and Duke discuss favorite Christmas movies and holiday traditions while also paying tribute to the late Robert Redford. We also spend time discussing Duke’s new podcast called Duke’s Download. Don’t forget to follow/reach us at: Website: https://linktr.ee/FrontRowClassicsTwitter: @FRNCLASSICSEmail: classicsfrn@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefrontrownetwork/Instagram: frontrowclassicspod

Welcome Ryan Jay Brandon welcomes film critic and Oz historian Ryan Jay to Front Row Classics. Ryan is one of America’s most popular nationally syndicated entertainment critics. The two discuss his passion for movies, especially those involving the Oz universe. We also discuss the release and reaction of Wicked: For Good.  Don’t forget to follow/reach … Continue reading Ep. 398- A Conversation with Film Critic/Oz Historian, Ryan Jay →

Robert Redford Front Row Classics is paying tribute to the incomparable Robert Redford. Brandon is joined by, friend of the podcast, Jackson Cooper to pay tribute to the career of one of Hollywood’s most indelible icon’s and filmmaking’s greatest champions. Brandon and Jackson discuss their favorite films of Redford’s as well as his greatest directorial … Continue reading Ep. 397- Remembering Robert Redford →

Talk of the Town Front Row Classics welcomes actor, singer and fellow podcaster, Robert Bannon. Brandon and Robert are discussing 1942’s Talk of the Town. The two have a lively conversation on how the movie remains relevant in 2025. They also celebrate the director of George Stevens and the miraculous performances of Cary Grant, Jean … Continue reading Ep. 396- Talk of the Town →

Top 5 Villains Front Row Classics is taking a look at some of our favorite villains in film history. Brandon is joined by Ben Burke to count down out favorite villains from Hollywood’s Golden Age. Don’t forget to follow/reach us at: Website: https://linktr.ee/FrontRowClassicsTwitter: @FRNCLASSICSEmail: classicsfrn@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefrontrownetwork/Instagram: frontrowclassicspod

Thank You For Being a Friend Front Row Classics is continuing the celebration The 40th anniversary of The Golden Girls. Brandon is thrilled to welcome, director, Lex Passaris. Lex was part of the Golden Girls family from the inception eventually working his way up to full-time director. Lex tells Brandon stories of how he became … Continue reading Ep. 394- The Golden Girls 40th Anniversary with Lex Passaris →

Tales from the Lanai Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome Taylor Cole Miller and Alfred Martin to the podcast. The two recently edited “The Golden Girls: Tales From the Lanai” an anthology that brings an academic and historical look at the impact of one of the most popular sitcoms in history. Brandon, Taylor and … Continue reading Ep. 393- Tales from the Lanai with Taylor Cole Miller and Alfred Martin →

Jennifer Grant Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome back Jennifer Grant. Brandon and Jennifer discuss the legacy and impact of her Father, Cary Grant. The two discuss his memorable roles and several of her personal memories of him. They also discuss Jennifer’s own career including the recent release of “A Big Bold Beautiful Journey”  … Continue reading Ep. 392- A Conversation with Jennifer Grant →

To Be or Not to Be Front Row Classics welcomes back film historian & Carole Lombard biographer, Olympia Kiriakou. Brandon and Olympia are discussing 1942’s To Be or Not to Be. The film, still as relevant as ever, remains a hilarious and biting satire featuring landmark performances from Lombard and Jack Benny. Brandon and Olympia … Continue reading Ep. 391- To Be Or Not to Be →

Welcome Carey Peck Front Row Classics welcomes Carey Peck. Carey is the son of the legendary Gregory Peck and discusses his Father’s legacy with Brandon.  Topics include Peck’s memorable roles, philosophies and commitment to social justice. The two also discuss Carey’s careers in politics and education. Don’t forget to follow/reach us at: Website: https://linktr.ee/FrontRowClassicsTwitter: @FRNCLASSICSEmail: classicsfrn@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefrontrownetwork/Instagram: frontrowclassicspod