Best Aaron Hale Podcasts (2025)

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How Humility Keeps Leaders Alive with Fighter Pilot Dave Berke 1:08:40

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What does a TOPGUN instructor, a Marine forward air controller in Ramadi, and the only Marine to ever fly the F-22 Raptor all have in common? One man–Dave Berke–and a lifetime of lessons on what leadership really looks like. Aaron Hale sits down with retired Marine Colonel Berke, a fighter pilot and ground combat leader who's spent his career makin…

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CLASSICS-To Be or Not to Be 43:20

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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 also celebrate the work of director E…

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Interview with Brandon Aarons 1:17:06

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The Front Row Network welcomes professional wrestler Brandon Aarons. Brandon chats with Aarons about his beginnings in the business and the offbeat stories he has about training. Aarons also shares the highlights of his career and his views on storytelling.

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CLASSICS-A Conversation with Carey Peck 50:38

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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.

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Interview with Landon Hale 45:10

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The Front Row Network welcomes professional wrestler Landon Hale. Known as 'The Good Doctor', Brandon and Landon chat about his life as both a wrestler and chiropractor. They also discuss his thoughts and perspectives on balancing life as a wrestler and family man.

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Classics-Curse of Frankenstein 34:26

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It's a little bit of horror in December as we welcome back, friend of the podcast, Ryan Bijan from Cowtown Movie Classics. Brandon and Ryan are discussing the 1960 Hammer horror classic, Curse of Frankenstein. You can find what Ryan is up to at https://linktr.ee/CowtownMovieClassics

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Ep 469 The Money Habit: Mike Michalowicz on How to Finally Take Control of Your Finances 55:43

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The Money Habit on How to Finally Take Control of Your Finances What if your biggest money problem isn't how much you earn—but how you manage what you already have? In this week's episode of Richer Soul, bestselling author Mike Michalowicz (Profit First, Clockwork, All In) returns to share insights from his new book, The Money Habit. It's a simple,…

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CLASSICS- Human Desire 54:51

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Front Row Classics celebrates Noirvember with a suspenseful 1954 noir from Fritz Lang. Brandon and Emmett Stanton are chatting about Human Desire. The film features strong performances from Glenn Ford, Broderick Crawford and the incomparable Gloria Grahame. Brandon and Emmett also chat about the railroad imagery and strange subtext seen throughout …

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CLASSICS-Interview with Adam Huss, Adam Bucci and Lesley Aletter 1:01:06

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Front Row Classics welcomes three special guests to discuss all aspects of show business. Brandon is chatting with Adam Huss (Actor/Writer), Adam Bucci (Actor/Producer/Business Owner) and Lesley Aletter (Stuntwoman/Actor). We discuss their respective careers & inspirations from the Golden Age of Hollywood and beyond. Huss discuss his latest project…

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When Purpose Calls, You Go. Inside the Heart of a Man Who Keeps Choosing the Hard Road (Nate Boyer) 1:18:52

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What compels a man to fly to a refugee camp alone, endure malaria on a cot in Africa, join Special Forces, become the oldest rookie in the NFL, and still go searching for the next way to serve? For Nate Boyer, the answer is simple: purpose. service. responsibility. Today Aaron Hale sits down with a man who has spent his life moving toward the hard …

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CLASSICS-Top 5 Classic Stars We're Thankful For 54:49

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Happy Thanksgiving from Front Row Classics. Brandon is joined author/journalist, Maureen Lee Lenker to celebrate the classic stars we're most thankful for in 2025. Brandon and Maureen rank their top 5 Golden Age actors who have given them the most joy this year. Let us know who you're most thankful for!…

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Interview with "Nasty' Nic Nolan 1:14:06

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Brandon is sitting down and chatting with professional wrestler, Nic Nolan. The two discuss Nic's origins as a wrestler and his thoughts on being a heel. We also discuss his thoughts on mental health and staying relevant.

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CLASSICS- Noirvember 2025 with Eddie Muller 58:50

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Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome back the Czar of Noir himself, Eddie Muller. Brandon and Eddie celebrate all things film noir, including the 75th anniversaries of Sunset Blvd and The Asphalt Jungle. Topics also include coming attractions on Noir Alley and recapping the TCM Cruise.

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Ep 468 Ethical Persuasion with Patrick Van Der Burght 1:10:03

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Ethical Persuasion Ethical Persuasion: The Fastest Path from "Maybe" to "Yes" (Without Being Pushy) Most decisions aren't made by logic—they're made by fast, intuitive shortcuts. That's why great offers often stall: we speak to System 2 logic while the listener's System 1 is steering the wheel. In this episode, Patrick Van Der Burght—ethical persua…

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CLASSICS-Interview with AEW's RJ City 1:06:24

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Front Row Classics welcomes AEW writer & host RJ City. RJ is a former professional wrestler who has maneuvered his way to the creative side in recent years. We discuss his early career and how classic film and television has influenced his creative life. Brandon and RJ also discuss the art of interviewing and his role as one of the architects in th…

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CLASSICS- Top 5 Star Entrances 53:59

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Front Row Classics welcomes back, friend of the podcast, Matt Duffy from Reel Gold Rundown. Brandon and Matt are counting down their personal top 5 star entrances in movies. These moments represent some of Hollywood's greatest stars at their zenith. The choices ranges from the 30s through 80s and include some of the most iconic stars in film histor…

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Jungle Warfare, Hard Lessons, and The Transformation of Navy SEAL Jeff Gonzales 1:26:48

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How does a young man obsessed with proving himself evolve into a leader willing to give everything for the man on his left? Today Aaron Hale sits down with former Navy SEAL, author, and weapons/tactics expert Jeff Gonzales, whose career spanned the height of narco‑terrorism in Central and South America. Jeff traces his journey from a teenager searc…

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CLASSICS-Chatting with Scott Nevins 1:00:49

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Front Row Classics welcomes award winning host, comedian and interviewer Scott Nevins. Brandon and Scott discuss his life in entertainment and many influences. The two chat about the hundreds of interviews and events he has hosted with the likes of Mitzi Gaynor, Liza Minnelli and Carol Channing. The conversation then turns to their mutual love of m…

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CLASSICS-Amadeus 1:10:44

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Front Row Classics is taking a look at the Best Picture winner of 1984. Brandon is joined by Dominic Cellini to discuss Milos Forman's Amadeus. We chat about the legendary performances of Tom Hulce and F. Murray Abraham (in an Oscar-winning performance) as Mozart and Salieri. Brandon and Dominic also discuss the film's incredible fusion of genres w…

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Ep 467 From Trauma to Triumph: Dr. John A. King on Living from the Inside Out 56:25

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From Trauma to Triumph: Dr. John A. King on Living from the Inside Out Most of us carry invisible stories — old pain, expectations, and patterns that shape how we live, lead, and love. Dr. John A. King knows that journey firsthand. After surviving years of childhood abuse and losing everything when his repressed memories resurfaced at 45, he had to…

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Chatting Wrestling and Art with Nick Radford 44:05

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Brandon welcomes professional wrestler, Nick Radford, to the Front Row Network. Brandon and Nick chat about Nick's origins as a wrestler, poet and content creator. The two discuss Nick's experiences wrestling in the Pacific Northwest and his perspective on the wrestling world.

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The Overflow | Pastor Jeremy Isaacs | Week One 32:48

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The Overflow | Pastor Jeremy Isaacs | Week One by Generations ChurchBy Generations Church

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CLASSICS-Chatting with the Oz Vlog's Victoria Calamito 47:17

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Front Row Classics is celebrating the release of "Wicked: For Good" this week. Brandon is joined by Oz historian, Victoria Calamito. Brandon and Tori discuss her origins as an Oz historian and the last impact of The Wizard of Oz on multiple generations. We also discuss her reactions to Oz at the Sphere in Las Vegas as well as her expectations to Wi…

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CLASSICS- Top 5 Plays That Became Movies 49:48

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Front Row Classics is bringing you another top 5 list. Brandon and Tristan Tapscott and ranking their top 5 favorite plays that eventually made their way to the silver screen. Our picks range from the Golden Age all the way through the present day.

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From Black Hawk Pilot to Country Music Star with Ryan Weaver 1:00:30

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What happens when you combine patriotism, loss, grit, and great country vocals? Ryan Weaver: former U.S. Army Black Hawk pilot turned country music artist. Today he joins Aaron Hale to talk about brotherhood, loss, honoring heroes, and the pursuit of purpose–along with some inside secrets from the country music industry. After losing his brother in…

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CLASSICS-Chatting Film with 'Reel Queer's' Trevor George and Jonathan Jagdeo 56:49

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Front Row Classics is chatting with another set of film podcasters today. Brandon is sitting down with Trevor George and Jonathan Jagdeo and of the 'Reel Queer' Podcast. The three are discussing their origins as film lovers. Trevor and Jonathan also discuss their shared of love creating within the film business as well as film scene in their commun…

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CLASSICS-East of Eden 1:12:54

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Front Row Classics is taking a look at the first in James Dean's trilogy of starring roles. Brandon and Peter Martin are discussing 1955's East of Eden. We discuss Dean's relationship with director Elia Kazan and how it affected his unique performance. The wonderful supporting cast includes Julie Harris, Raymond Massey and Jo Van Fleet (in an Oscar…

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Ep 466 From Startups to a $941 Million Exits: The Execution Formula for Entrepreneurs with Marc Daniels 1:00:38

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From Startups to a $941 Million Exits: The Execution Formula for Entrepreneurs Most entrepreneurs don't fail because they lack ideas—they fail because they stop executing. Planning feels safe. Execution exposes reality. Billion-Dollar Coach Marc L. Daniels learned that truth the hard way—from paper routes to startups to a $941 million exit. In this…

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CLASSICS- Chatting Classic TV with Jim Colucci 1:28:45

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Front Row Classics welcomes back author, historian and journalist Jim Colucci. Brandon and Jim are discussing Jim's journey through writing about and celebrating classic and current television. They discuss Jim's experiences interviewing television legends. The conversation, then, moves to his books dedicated to The Golden Girls, All in the Family …

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Finding Humor in Losing All Four Limbs with Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills 57:08

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When a backpack set off a hidden IED in Afghanistan, Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills lost both arms and both legs instantly. Travis shares how he went from lying on the battlefield to becoming one of the most recognized motivational speakers, entrepreneurs, and advocates for wounded veterans. He opens up about his recovery at Walter Reed, the mome…

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CLASSICS-Chatting Oz with Nugent Cantileno 51:43

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Front Row Classics will celebrating the upcoming release of Wicked Part 2 throughout the month with a series of Oz experts and enthusiasts. Brandon recently chatted with Nugent Cantileno. Nugent has worn many hats in the film industry including writing, directing, producing and production managing. The two discuss his career as well as his enthusia…

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Ep 465 Unlock Your True Potential with Human Design: Create Success That Feels Aligned with Stefanie Carlstedt 54:03

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Unlock Your True Potential with Human Design: Create Success That Feels Aligned Most entrepreneurs follow every strategy they're told — post daily, hustle harder, chase the next goal — only to end up exhausted and disconnected from why they started. What if the missing piece isn't effort, but alignment? That's the shift Stefanie Carlstedt discovere…

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CLASSICS-Rosemary's Baby 53:34

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Front Row Classics is celebrating Halloween a couple days late with 1968's Rosemary's Baby. Brandon welcomes back Larry Aubrey to discuss Roman Polanski's horror classic. The two discuss the political climate which informs several of the movies themes. They also chat about the perfect casting of Mia Farrow, John Cassavetes and Ruth Gordon in her Os…

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Corinthians - "Gods Words for the Church Today" - Part 35 - October 26, 2025 (Aaron Hale)

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"God's Presence in our Pain" Here is the NKJV scripture to go with the message!*** 2 Corinthians 1:1-11 (printable) *** And the Blue Letter Bible version:*** 2 Corinthians 1:1-11 (web) *** And the Notes!By Dave Packard [email protected] (Mike)

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CLASSICA-The Phantom of the Opera (1925) 1:08:10

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Happy Halloween! Front Row Classics is celebrating a century of Universal Monster Movies. Brandon and Peter Martin are commemorating the 100th anniversary of 1925's The Phantom of the Opera. The two discuss the chills and scares that still works all of these decades later. We also pay tribute to the artistry of Lon Chaney.…

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CLASSICS-Not-So-Spooky Halloween Movies 42:44

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Front Row Classics is providing recommendations for movie viewers who prefer a less horrific Halloween. Brandon and Jessica Pickens (Comet Over Hollywood) each recommend five films that will give you just the right amount of chills this spooky season.

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Why This Marine Double Amputee Ran a Marathon Every Day for a Month 1:24:47

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When Marine combat engineer Rob Jones stepped on an IED in Afghanistan, his life changed forever. But instead of breaking, he rebuilt—stronger. Rob shares his journey from losing both legs in combat to winning Paralympic bronze, cycling across America, and running 31 marathons in 31 days—all to prove that strength isn't about what happens to you, b…

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CLASSICS-Gaslight 1:03:24

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Front Row Classics continues its Halloween celebration with one of the best gothic suspense films of the 1940s. Brandon and Emmett Stanton are chatting 1944's Gaslight. The film is a tense, atmospheric thriller directed by the incomparable George Cukor. Brandon and Emmett discuss the Oscar winning performance of Ingrid Bergman in one of the most co…

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Ep 464 How to Dream, Drive, and Deliver with Mike Maddock 1:05:13

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How to Dream, Drive, and Deliver Plan D: How Disruptors Turn Problems into Possibilities Disruptors aren't pyromaniacs—they're builders. Mike Maddock has launched seven companies, advised Fortune 100 innovators, and co-chaired the Gathering of Titans at MIT. In this episode, we unpack his Plan D: the mindsets, rooms, and questions that turn pressur…

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CLASSICS-It's Alive 50:11

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Front Row Classics is kicking off Halloween week with several spooky offering. Brandon welcome Brandon Brown to discuss 1974's It's Alive. This science fiction/horror film came from the mind of Larry Cohen. Brandon and Brandon discuss the film's highlights including makeup by Rick Baker and one of the final scores by Bernard Herrmann. We also discu…

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Ephesians - Guest Speaker - October 19, 2025 (Frankie Nilon)

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"The Tension of Grace and Works" Here is the NKJV scripture to go with the message!*** Ephesians 2:4-10 (printable) *** And the Blue Letter Bible version:*** Ephesians 2:4-10 (web) *** And the Notes!By Dave Packard [email protected] (Mike)

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Interview with 'Sigma Male' LDJ 52:55

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The Front Row Network welcomes professional wrestler, LDJ, to the podcast. Known as The Sigma Male, LDJ has been making a name for himself in the independent circuit over the last few years. Brandon and LDJ discuss his origins in wrestling and how his persona was created. We also discuss the highlights of his career as well as his future in the bus…

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CLASSICS-The Divorcee 50:47

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We're thrilled to welcome author and film professor Marsha Gordon to Front Row Classics for a deep dive into one of the most daring and progressive films of the pre-Code era: 1930's The Divorcee. Join Brandon and Marsha as they explore this groundbreaking MGM production, directed by Robert Z. Leonard, which challenged societal norms and redefined f…

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Guilty Until Proven Innocent: Eddie Gallagher's Fight for Truth 1:12:01

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What happens when the institution you've dedicated two decades of your life to turns its back on you? Today Aaron Hale sits down with retired Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher, who opens up about his shocking trial, wrongful imprisonment, and ultimate redemption. From being accused of war crimes and locked in a cell to rediscovering his faith and purpose, …

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CLASSICS-Rewinding the 80s with John Malahy 49:03

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Front Row Classics welcome author John Malahy to take a trip back to the 1980s. John recently authored "Rewinding the 80s: Cinema Under the Influence of Music Videos, Action Stars and a Cold War". Brandon and John discuss the decade in which cinema was first heavily influenced by pop culture. Yet, the decade remains unsung in terms of its many cine…

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Ep 463 The Spiritual Practice That Literally Saved My Life with Regan Caruthers 58:30

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The Spiritual Practice That Literally Saved My Life with Regan Caruthers The Spiritual Practice That Saved My Life with Regan Caruthers What if the path to real success wasn't money, titles, or material possessions—but the ability to connect with your heart, shift your energy, and live in coherence? In this episode of Richer Soul, Regan Caruthers s…

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Legacy | Pastor Jeremy Isaacs | Week Three 32:14

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Legacy | Pastor Jeremy Isaacs | Week Three by Generations ChurchBy Generations Church

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CLASSICS-Celebrating Grey Gardens and Classic Hollywood with Tony Maietta 1:05:11

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Front Row Classics welcomes Tony Maietta for the first time. Tony is an author, actor, film historian and fellow podcaster. His podcast Going Hollywood is a fun deep dive into films and television series from the Golden Age and beyond. Brandon and Tony discuss their mutual love for Lucy, What's Up Doc and Bringing Up Baby among other topics. The co…

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CLASSICS-Hitchcocktails-Interview with Laurence Maslon 40:50

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Front Row Classics welcomes author Laurence Mason to celebrate the art of both Alfred Hitchcock and a great drink. Maslon recently wrote "Hitchcocktails: Lethal Libations inspired by the Master of Suspense". The books pairs Hitchcock's legendary films with a cocktail appropriate for the occasion. Larry mixes both film history and mixology in an att…

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Chatting Life and Wrestling with Pretty City Express 51:33

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The Front Row Network is pleased to welcome Pretty City Express (CLAS and Devin Reno) to the show. Based in the southwest, CLAS and Reno are just as charismatic & entertaining out of the ring. Brandon dives into their journey into professional wrestling as well life outside the ring. The conversation also turns to the importance of finding your pas…