CLASSICS-Comedy is a Grim Business with James Curtis

Front Row Classics welcomes author James Curtis. James recently penned, "Comedy is a Grim Business: The Making of It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World". The book chronicles the making of this audacious comedy classic. Brandon and James discuss director Stanley Kramer's vision of making the comedy to end all comedies. They also spend time discussing the legendary cast of comedians that populate this zany tale of greed. The book is available from Emmarac Editions wherever books are sold. James Curtis is the author of acclaimed biographies of James Whale, Preston Sturges, W.C. Fields, Spencer Tracy, and Buster Keaton. He has also written "William Cameron Menzies: The Shape of Films to Come" and "Last Man Standing: Mort Sahl and the Birth of Modern Comedy". He and his wife, Kim Geary, are longtime residents of Brea, California.

The Front Row Network welcomes professional wrestler, Jake Painter. Brandon and Jake chat about his wrestling origins and commitment to storytelling in the ring. Jake also talks about his commitment to true friendships in the wrestling world. The two also preview his upcoming match this Saturday evening against Mario Pardua for Midwest Wrestling Coalition. The show will be at 407 Jefferson St in Donnellson, IL. Doors open at 6pm/Bell time at 7pm. 

Front Row Classics is taking a look at the great Bob Fosse with a discussion about 1979's All That Jazz. Brandon welcomes writer and film historian, Miles Eady. The two discuss Miles' fandom of movie musicals and interest in Fosse history. The two also chat about the origins and best moments of All That Jazz.  

The Front Row Network welcomes professional wrestler Austin Blayze. Brandon and Austin discuss his wrestling origin story along with the creation of his in-ring persona. 

The Front Row Network is pleased to welcome independent wrestler Karter Taylor. Brandon and Karter chat about his origins in wrestling as well as his career highlights up to this point. 

Front Row Classics is celebrating the legendary Lauren Bacall with author Anthony Uzarowski. He recently penned "Lauren Bacall: The Queen of Cool". The book takes a look at all aspects of Bacall's life. Brandon and Anthony discusses her life with and post-Bogart. They also chat about how she carved her own path in film and on stage during her storied career. The book is available from The University Press of Mississippi wherever books are sold.  Anthony Uzarowski is a film historian and author. His books include the acclaimed biographies Jessica Lange: An Adventurer's Heart and Ava Gardner: A Life in Movies. He has also written numerous articles on cinema and the arts, with his work appearing in such publications as The Guardian, Film International, Gay Times, Queerty, and more.

Front Row Classics is celebrating the legacy of one of Disney's beloved animated classics. Brandon is joined by Disney artist & animator, Michael Giaimo, to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Alice in Wonderland. The two discuss the origins of Walt Disney's desire to bring Lewis Carroll's story to life. Focus also goes to the incredible individuality of the characters and distinct color palettes. 

Front Row Classics is pleased to welcome filmmaker James Freedman. James is the artist behind the recently documentary, "Charles Grodin: Rebel With a Cause". The film explores Grodin's distinct style of comedy and impact on his colleagues. It also focuses on his lifelong drive and interest in social justice. The documentary has aired on TCM and is available for rent on multiple streamers.  

Front Row Classics is celebrating one of the most popular movies of the 1980s. Brandon welcomes radio and television host, Brad Gilmore. Brad is celebrating the recent expanded hardcover release of his book, "Why We Love Back to the Future". This fun read blends personal memories, interviews and fun anecdotes about a movie the remains enshrined in pop culture. Brandon and Brad celebrate Back to the Future along with Brad's Project 33 which includes the release of a new children's book and a film script. The book is available from Redmane Publishing House wherever books are sold. Brad Gilmore is a radio and television host born and raised in Houston, TX. Since 2011, he has been the host of The Brad Gilmore Show which covers the worlds of sports, music and pop culture. Brad currently hosts "The Hall of Fame" with WWE Hall of Famer, Booker T on ESPN Radio. Brad began his career covering music and worked as a regular contributor to Houston Press and the hip hop blog DayandaDream.com. Brad hosts a variety of TV shows and podcasts including Reality of Wrestling, Movie Trivia Schmoedown, Schmoedown Rundown, Heated Conversations (featured in the iTunes Top 10 Podcast Chart), and since 2015, Back to the Future: The Podcast which just recently surpassed 1,000,000 streams over 50 episodes. During his career, Brad Gilmore has been appeared in print, radio, television and film and always looks to bring his one of a kind view to each of his endeavors and entertain audiences worldwide.

Front Row Classics is bringing you a late Halloween treat. Brandon is joined once again by Tony Maietta and Ben Burke. After the fun of their discussion of The Opposite Sex, the three have now dubbed themselves the "Camp Counselors". This fall, they're bringing you one of the most macabre delights from the 1960s. They're discussing 1964's "Hush Hush Sweet Charlotte" starring Bette Davis and Olivia de Havilland. Also including Joseph Cotten, Agnes Moorehead and Mary Astor, this film is both creepy and fun way to spend an autumn evening.