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Front Row Classics: A Hollywood Golden Age Podcast
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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.
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What if you could get a front row seat on a journey through the best and worst horror movies of the past half-century, all rated on Rotten Tomatoes? Brace yourself for an eerie tour with your hosts, Chad Campbell, Mike Carron, and Sam Schreiner, as they dissect each film with a surgeon's precision and a fan's passion. Our story began on a mundane work day, when two colleagues, Chad and Mike, decided to start a podcast centered on their shared love for horror films. The search for a genre was ...
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Here on Flashbacks we like to get all nostalgia-like about the movies of our past. Movies from the 80’s, 90’s, and early 2000’s that have shaped the way we look at cinema and pop culture today, and how those movies have given us insights and hope in our everyday lives.
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Step into the captivating world of live performance with the Theatre Audience Podcast! Hosted by the dynamic duo, Natalie and Darren and special guests. This ongoing series promises to whisk you away into the heart of the theatre scene. Every Thursday afternoon, we bring you insights into the latest shows, buzz-worthy theatre news, and exclusive interviews with industry insiders. It's your backstage pass to the drama, the laughter, and the sheer magic of the stage. Join us on this exhilarati ...
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Let's be honest, we all have movies that we love despite what our common sense tells us. It's not so much a question of why that we're interested in, but how embarrassed are you to defend your love of one of these terrible films! Join host Lou Hare and his merry band of cinematic masochists as they review the movies we love to hate!
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The podcast where we love to hate movies! Comedian Jay Light sits down with a guest to talk smack about a movie they wish they hadn't watched.
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CLASH OF THE TITLES sees two movies with something in common go head to head in a fight to the death! Well, not death. We just decide which one is better. Then kill the other! Or not. Every week Alex Zane, Vicky Crompton and Chris Tilly thrust a pair of films with a connection into the arena of combat – or, com-chat - with only one emerging as the winner! Remakes Vs Originals, Alien Rip Off Vs Alien Rip Off, Film with Talking Animal Vs Film with Talking Animal, Massive Ruddy Volcano Movie Vs ...
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After 50 years, Star Trek continues on film and TV, and we are here to do reviews of all the new episodes while taking a look back. Join us as we Discover Star Trek!
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MGM Musicals Front Row Classics welcomes some friends of the podcast for another top 5 list. Brandon welcomes Mary-Catherine Pazzano and Dana Harrison to rank our personal top 5 MGM Musicals. Brandon, MC and Dana bonded at the TCM Film Festival in 2024 over the genre and are bringing their opinions to the forefront. Let us know if you agree with ou…
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Front Row Classics welcomes some friends of the podcast for another top 5 list. Brandon welcomes Mary-Catherine Pazzano and Dana Harrison to rank our personal top 5 MGM Musicals. Brandon, MC and Dana bonded at the TCM Film Festival in 2024 over the genre and are bringing their opinions to the forefront. Let us know if you agree with our picks.…
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Celebrating Gary Cooper Front Row Classics is celebrating the legacy of Gary Cooper. Brandon recently sat down with Cooper’s daughter, Maria Cooper Janis for an insightful and warm conversation. Brandon and Maria discuss growing up in Hollywood, her Father’s films and finding your own voice. We also touch upon Maria’s passion for the visual arts. Y…
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CLASSICS-Interview with Maria Cooper Janis
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Front Row Classics is celebrating the legacy of Gary Cooper. Brandon recently sat down with Cooper's daughter, Maria Cooper Janis for an insightful and warm conversation. Brandon and Maria discuss growing up in Hollywood, her Father's films and finding your own voice. We also touch upon Maria's passion for the visual arts. You can find out more abo…
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Lady Patriot Front Row Classics welcomes three beloved cast members of The Love Boat this week. Brandon chats with Ted Lange, Fred Grandy and Jill Whelan about a play the three are currently involved with. “Lady Patriot”, written and directed by Lange, is currently running off-Broadway. Fred and Jill are among the talented cast of actors. The story…
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CLASSICS- Chatting with Ted Lange, Fred Grandy and Jill Whelan
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Front Row Classics welcomes three beloved cast members of The Love Boat this week. Brandon chats with Ted Lange, Fred Grandy and Jill Whelan about a play the three are currently involved with. "Lady Patriot", written and directed by Lange, is currently running off-Broadway. Fred and Jill are among the talented cast of actors. The story is based on …
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Ep. 95: Wes Craven's "New Nightmare" (1994)
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What happens when the monster from the movie screen steps into your real life? Wes Craven's "New Nightmare" takes us on a mind-bending journey that blurs the boundaries between fiction and reality in ways that kinda feel fresh nearly three decades later. When actress Heather Langenkamp (playing herself) begins experiencing strange phone calls and d…
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Kicking off WOW Season 4 with Goldie Collins and Katarina Jinx
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The Front Row Network welcomes two of WOW Women of Wrestling's most charismatic superheroes. Brandon is chatting with Animal Instinct (Goldie Collins and Katarina Jinx) about the premiere of Season 4 this weekend. The three discuss Goldie and Katarina's rise in WOW as well as their performance backgrounds. They also settle the age-old question if c…
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Little Foxes Front Row Classics takes a deep dive into one of Bette Davis’s most iconic performances. Brandon is joined by Scott Gardner to explore the 1941 film The Little Foxes, a masterful adaptation of Lillian Hellman’s celebrated play. Together, they highlight the impeccable direction of William Wyler and shine a spotlight on the stellar suppo…
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Front Row Classics takes a deep dive into one of Bette Davis’s most iconic performances. Brandon is joined by Scott Gardner to explore the 1941 film The Little Foxes, a masterful adaptation of Lillian Hellman’s celebrated play. Together, they highlight the impeccable direction of William Wyler and shine a spotlight on the stellar supporting cast, i…
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Silence, Sisters & Chaos: Fringe Highlights
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This week on the podcast, we journey through the bold, inventive, and utterly captivating theatre that’s lighting up London and beyond. From revolutionary silence to scandalous sisters and chaotic coming-of-age, we explore three productions that are pushing boundaries, thrilling audiences, and reminding us why live theatre matters. Deaf Republic We…
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Three Days of the Condor Brandon Davis welcomes Klarissa Beckstead, host of the new film podcast I’ve Seen That One, to discuss one of the most iconic spy thrillers of the 1970s on Front Row Classics. The episode explores Sydney Pollack’s stylish and suspenseful direction, the effortless charisma of Robert Redford, and standout performances by Faye…
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Brandon Davis welcomes Klarissa Becksted, host of the new film podcast I've Seen That One, to discuss one of the most iconic spy thrillers of the 1970s on Front Row Classics. The episode explores Sydney Pollack’s stylish and suspenseful direction, the effortless charisma of Robert Redford, and standout performances by Faye Dunaway, Max von Sydow, a…
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Horror fans, your favorite nightmare-inducing podcast is back! After a refreshing summer break, we're ready to plunge back into the depths of horror cinema – both the critically acclaimed gems and the delightfully terrible misfires that make us question our life choices. Mark your calendars for September 13th when the full Screams and Streams crew …
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Goodbye, Mr. Washington Front Row Classics is celebrating one of the finest films in the legendary careers of Bob Hope and Lucille Ball: The Facts of Life (1960). Brandon and Emmett Stanton take a closer look at this witty and sophisticated comedy, directed and co-written by Melvin Frank alongside his longtime collaborator, Norman Panama. The film …
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Front Row Classics is celebrating one of the finest films in the legendary careers of Bob Hope and Lucille Ball: The Facts of Life (1960). Brandon and Emmett Stanton take a closer look at this witty and sophisticated comedy, directed and co-written by Melvin Frank alongside his longtime collaborator, Norman Panama. The film offers a refreshing depa…
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Eireann A Taste of Ireland, Till The Stars Come Down and Interview with Sam Edmunds
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This week Natalie and Darren review Eireann A Taste of Ireland and Till The Stars Come Down. Darren goes back stage with Sam Edmunds co-AD of Chalk Line Theatre company Eireann: A Taste of Ireland Journey through the sights, sounds, and flavours of Ireland in this vibrant, celebratory production. Darren delves into the music, storytelling, and ener…
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Midnight Front Row Classics is shining a spotlight on one of the most underrated gems of Hollywood’s golden year, 1939. Brandon is joined by writer and podcaster Emily Edwards to discuss Midnight, the sparkling romantic comedy directed by Mitchell Leisen. Featuring a razor-sharp script by Billy Wilder and Charles Brackett, the film delivers wit, ch…
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Front Row Classics is shining a spotlight on one of the most underrated gems of Hollywood’s golden year, 1939. Brandon is joined by writer and podcaster Emily Edwards to discuss Midnight, the sparkling romantic comedy directed by Mitchell Leisen. Featuring a razor-sharp script by Billy Wilder and Charles Brackett, the film delivers wit, charm, and …
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Dr. Sam Front Row Classics sits down with actor and filmmaker Raji Ahsan. Raji recently wrote an upcoming short film entitled Dr. Sam. He and Brandon chat about the origins of the film and how he came about casting both Lucie Arnaz and Alec Baldwin in the film. The two also discuss Raji’s background in the arts and the journey he’s taken to get to …
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Front Row Classics sits down with actor and filmmaker Raji Ahsan. Raji recently wrote an upcoming short film entitled Dr. Sam. He and Brandon chat about the origins of the film and how he came about casting both Lucie Arnaz and Alec Baldwin in the film. The two also discuss Raji's background in the arts and the journey he's taken to get to this poi…
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Brigadoon, Club NVRLND & Interview with Solomon Davy
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This week we review two very different productions, each bringing their own magic to the stage. Brigadoon – Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre Return to the misty Scottish Highlands in this enchanting revival of Lerner & Loewe’s classic musical. Darren explores the sweeping romance, unforgettable songs, and Olivier Award-winning choreography and direct…
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Born Yesterday Front Row Classics celebrates Judy Holliday’s Oscar winning performance in 1950’s Born Yesterday. Brandon and Peter Martin take a look at one of greatest stage to screen translations of a play in film history. The two discuss Holliday’s legendary characterization of Billie Dawn. The performances of William Holden and Broderick Crawfo…
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Front Row Classics celebrates Judy Holliday's Oscar winning performance in 1950's Born Yesterday. Brandon and Peter Martin take a look at one of greatest stage to screen translations of a play in film history. The two discuss Holliday's legendary characterization of Billie Dawn. The performances of William Holden and Broderick Crawford are also cel…
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Confessions of a Nazi Spy Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of most audacious films of the 1930s. Brandon is joined by Christian Blauvelt from IndieWire to take a look at 1939’s Confessions of a Nazi Spy. The two discuss the bravery of Warner Brothers to take a stand against Nazi Germany when it was not popular to do so. They also discuss …
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Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of most audacious films of the 1930s. Brandon is joined by Christian Blauvelt from IndieWire to take a look at 1939's Confessions of a Nazi Spy. The two discuss the bravery of Warner Brothers to take a stand against Nazi Germany when it was not popular to do so. They also discuss the film's documentary fee…
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Welcome Melody Thomas Scott! Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome Melody Thomas Scott to the show. Melody has delighted audiences at Nikki Newman on The Young and the Restless since 1979. She and Brandon sit down to discuss he lengthy acting career which began when she was three. They discuss her work in films like Marnie, The Shootist and The…
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CLASSICS- Interview with Melody Thomas Scott
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Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome Melody Thomas Scott to the show. Melody has delighted audiences at Nikki Newman on The Young and the Restless since 1979. She and Brandon sit down to discuss he lengthy acting career which began when she was three. They discuss her work in films like Marnie, The Shootist and The Beguiled. Melody also remini…
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Saving Mozart, Grease Immersive Movie Musical, & Interview with Bradley Hemmings MBE
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This week we dive into two of London’s most exciting productions and speak with one of the country’s leading festival directors. Saving Mozart – The Other Palace Experience the UK premiere of Saving Mozart, starring Aimie Atkinson as Nannerl, alongside Jack Chambers, Erin Caldwell, Jordan Luke Gage, Douglas Hansell, and Gloria Onitiri. This inventi…
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Celebrating the Duke Front Row Classics is happy to welcome Anita Swift to the show. Anita is the oldest granddaughter of John Wayne. She sits down with Brandon to chat about her grandfather’s legacy, share personal stories and give insight into the icon we all know as “The Duke”. Brandon and Anita also spend time discussing one of the Duke’s great…
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CLASSICS-A Conversation on John Wayne with Anita Swift
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Front Row Classics is happy to welcome Anita Swift to the show. Anita is the oldest granddaughter of John Wayne. She sits down with Brandon to chat about her grandfather's legacy, share personal stories and give insight into the icon we all know as "The Duke". Brandon and Anita also spend time discussing one of the Duke's greatest films, Rio Bravo …
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Marion Davies Front Row Classics welcomes author & historian, Lara Gabrielle to celebrate the life of Marion Davies. Lara’s book, “Captain of Her Soul: The Life of Marion Davies”, is a meticulously researched biography detailing Davies’ trailblazing life. Brandon and Lara mention the many misconceptions of Davies’ life & career. They also chat abou…
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CLASSICS-Celebrating Marion Davies with Lara Gabrielle
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Front Row Classics welcomes author & historian, Lara Gabrielle to celebrate the life of Marion Davies. Lara's book, "Captain of Her Soul: The Life of Marion Davies", is a meticulously researched biography detailing Davies' trailblazing life. Brandon and Lara mention the many misconceptions of Davies' life & career. They also chat about Davies pavin…
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Welcome, Martin Turnbull! Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome author Martin Turnbull to the show for the first time. Martin is an accomplished scribe who has written several series of historical fiction novels set during the Golden Age of Hollywood. Brandon and Martin discuss his origins as a classic film lover and segue into a chat about Holl…
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CLASSICS-Chatting World War II Hollywood with Martin Turnbull
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Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome author Martin Turnbull to the show for the first time. Martin is an accomplished scribe who has written several series of historical fiction novels set during the Golden Age of Hollywood. Brandon and Martin discuss his origins as a classic film lover and segue into a chat about Hollywood during World War II.…
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: Girl from the North Country and A Role to Die For. Plus back stage with Jack Chambers
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This week we explore three incredible productions and bring you exclusive backstage insights from two major shows. From the heart-wrenching music of Girl from the North Country to the razor-sharp laughs of A Role to Die For, we cover the best of London’s stages. Plus, Darren chats with Jack Chambers, who stars as Mozart in Saving Mozart at The Othe…
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Attica, Attica! Front Row Classics is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Dog Day Afternoon. Brandon welcomes back Matt Duffy to take a look at this landmark crime drama from the legendary Sidney Lumet. The two take a look at the Oscar nominated performance from Al Pacino in one of his signature roles. The performances of John Cazale, Charles Durni…
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Front Row Classics is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Dog Day Afternoon. Brandon welcomes back Matt Duffy to take a look at this landmark crime drama from the legendary Sidney Lumet. The two take a look at the Oscar nominated performance from Al Pacino in one of his signature roles. The performances of John Cazale, Charles Durning, Chris Sarand…
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Hands Across the Table Front Row Classics welcomes back author & historian Olympia Kiriakou to discuss another gem from Carole Lombard’s filmography. Brandon and Olympia are taking a look at Hands Across the Table from 1935. The two discuss the romantic chemistry between Lombard and Fred MacMurray. The sleek direction from the underrated Mitchell L…
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Front Row Classics welcomes back author & historian Olympia Kiriakou to discuss another gem from Carole Lombard's filmography. Brandon and Olympia are taking a look at Hands Across the Table from 1935. The two discuss the romantic chemistry between Lombard and Fred MacMurray. The sleek direction from the underrated Mitchell Leisen is also praised.…
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Sing Street, Brixton Calling & & Backstage with Amara Okereke & Kyle Rowe in Echo
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In this episode we’re reviewing three exciting productions and bringing you an exclusive backstage interview from Echo at the King’s Head Theatre. From the electrifying Sing Street to the powerful Brixton Calling. Plus, Natalie goes backstage at Echo to chat with Amara Okereke and Kyle Rowe, who share their experiences bringing this compelling prod…
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Summer Under the Stars Turner Classics Movies is celebrating its’ yearly Summer Under the Stars festival this August. Brandon is thrilled to welcome back actor/comedian, Mario Cantone to the show. Mario is co-hosting every Wednesday night with Ben Mankiewicz this August. His stint premieres tonight at 8pm est/7pm cst with Judy Garland. Mario and Be…
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CLASSICS-Summer Under the Starts with Mario Cantone
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Turner Classics Movies is celebrating its' yearly Summer Under the Stars festival this August. Brandon is thrilled to welcome back actor/comedian, Mario Cantone to the show. Mario is co-hosting every Wednesday night with Ben Mankiewicz this August. His stint premieres tonight at 8pm est/7pm cst with Judy Garland. Mario and Ben will also celebrate J…
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Lydia Front Row Classics welcomes back author Mayukh Sen to celebrate Merle Oberon. Brandon and Mayukh are taking a look at one of Merle’s greatest screen performances. 1941’s Lydia provided Merle with a perfect vehicle to showcasing her talent & beauty. The two celebrate the incredible camera work and pace from director Julien Duvivier. We also ho…
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Front Row Classics welcomes back author Mayukh Sen to celebrate Merle Oberon. Brandon and Mayukh are taking a look at one of Merle's greatest screen performances. 1941's Lydia provided Merle with a perfect vehicle to showcasing her talent & beauty. The two celebrate the incredible camera work and pace from director Julien Duvivier. We also honor th…
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Alice Adams Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the earliest triumphs of Katherine Hepburn’s career. Brandon and Peter Martin are taking a look at 1935’s Alice Adams. The hosts chat about the screenplay adapted from the Booth Tarkington novel. We also discuss the direction by George Stevens in one of his earlier efforts. FEATURING: Brando…
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Front Row Classics is taking a look at one of the earliest triumphs of Katherine Hepburn's career. Brandon and Peter Martin are taking a look at 1935's Alice Adams. The hosts chat about the screenplay adapted from the Booth Tarkington novel. We also discuss the direction by George Stevens in one of his earlier efforts.…
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Joyeux Noel Brandon welcomes back, friend of the podcast, Jeremy Arnold to celebrate Christmas in July. Jeremy is the author of “Christmas in the Movies: 35 Classics to Celebrate the Season” and is highlighting two lesser known gems. We start of with We’re No Angels from 1955 which is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Brandon and Jeremy, then, disc…
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CLASSICS-Christmas in July 2025 with Jeremy Arnold
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Brandon welcomes back, friend of the podcast, Jeremy Arnold to celebrate Christmas in July. Jeremy is the author of "Christmas in the Movies: 35 Classics to Celebrate the Season" and is highlighting two lesser known gems. We start of with We're No Angels from 1955 which is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Brandon and Jeremy, then, discuss the 20th…
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In this episode, we dive into three exciting and diverse theatrical productions captivating London audiences. Echo A psychological thriller set in a secluded B&B in upstate New York, where a couple’s romantic getaway takes a disturbing and surreal turn. Twenty years later, echoes of the past resurface, challenging the boundaries of intimacy, identi…
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