Front Row Classics: A Hollywood Golden Age Podcast

Classic Film Podcast for the Front Row Network
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There are some movies that simply traverse the limits of time. Movies that never age and always speak sublime truths to us all. These are the movies that will last forever. These are the movies we long to discuss. These are the Classics.

  1. 1d ago

    Ep. 496-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.

    Ep. 496-Summertime

  2. 3d ago

    Ep. 495- Judgement at Nuremberg

    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 background of the film as well as the all-star cast including Spencer Tracy, Burt Lancaster, Richard Widmark and Maximilian Schell in his Oscar winning role.

    Ep. 495- Judgement at Nuremberg

  3. 5d ago

    Ep. 494-Celebrating 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 to the US. The two also discuss her love of the dancer's life as well as her relationships with Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley. Juliet Prowse never intended on becoming an author, but when she spotted a little red suitcase in her parents’ attic, full of articles about her famous aunt, the dancer/entertainer Juliet Prowse, she just wanted to tell this story. As a communications professional with a BSc and MBA, Juliet was used to writing, but to ensure the authenticity of her aunt's biography, Juliet researched extensively, reading 1000 letters/articles and interviewing many who worked with Juliet. Known as big Juliet and little Juliet in the Prowse household, little Juliet inherited her aunt’s athleticism and became a South African runner. She lives in Cape Town where she is an avid theatregoer and sports lover. Juliet Prowse: Born to Dance was an Exclusive Books Recommends book in May 2025 and covered in South Africa: On radio: Cape Talk, Hot FM, Fine Music Radio - both Book Choice and Invitation to Dance, Radio Sonder Grense In print/online: Mail and Guardian, Financial Mail, Sarie, The Herald, Die Burger, IOL In the US, Juliet has featured on the podcasts: Forgotten Hollywood; Lights, Camera, Author!, The Author's Show with others forthcoming Juliet Prowse: Born to Dance is a love letter to her aunt.

    Ep. 494-Celebrating Juliet Prowse

  4. Aug 31

    EP. 493- Loving Lucy with Thomas J. Watson

    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 TV fan which led him to New York City and ultimately Los Angeles. They, then his founding of the We Love Lucy fan club.

    EP. 493- Loving Lucy with Thomas J. Watson

  5. Aug 28

    Ep. 492- Interview with 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 her passion for film as well as the inception of "Kat Kramer's Films that Change the World" Her website is found at https://katharinekramer.com/

    Ep. 492- Interview with Katharine Kramer

  6. Aug 26

    Ep. 491-The Opposite Sex

    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 of the 1939 film. Yet, there is still is fun to be had within the movie. Get ready for an irreverent and hilarious conversation about an MGM musical that doesn't quite measure up.

    Ep. 491-The Opposite Sex

  7. Aug 24

    Ep. 490- Love in the Moonlight with Cassidy Krygger and Jonathan Zsofi

    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 the production process and their hopes for the future of the project. They also talk about their mutual love of classic film. You can view the proof of concept of the film along with ways to invest/contribute here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2dIUg5N-LA

    Ep. 490- Love in the Moonlight with Cassidy Krygger and Jonathan Zsofi

  8. Aug 23

    Ep. 489-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 the memorable moments of this early neo-noir as well as the glossy/campy elements that make it a fun ride.

    Ep. 489-Portrait in Black
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