Showbiz UpFront

Showbiz UpFront with Ross Crystal

Actor Ido Samuel joins Ross Crystal on 'Showbiz UpFront' to talk about his role in the Hulu Limited Series "We Were the Lucky Ones," a moving story of a Jewish family determined to survive and reunite after being separated in World War II.

Showbiz UpFront with Ross Crystal - Director/Producer Don Mischer 3-7-24

Don Mischer , the Multiple Emmy Award Winning Television  Director & Producer and author who presided over some of the most memorable TV specials including the Oscars, Superbowl Halftime Shows and the Olympics Opening Ceremonies joins Ross Crystal to talk about the state of big tent television specials today and where the industry is headed.

Ross Crystal Showbiz UpFront 2-5-24

Robert  Horowitz, Executive Producer of "Super Bowl Greatest Commercials XXIII"…The Ultimate Countdown" which airs on CBS joins Ross Crystal to talk about some of the best 'Super Bowl' commercials, and what we might exprect this year.

Showbiz UpFront with Ross Crystal 1-26-24

Celebrity chef,restaurateur and cookbook Author Susan Feniger…and Emmy Award winning filmmaker Liz Lachman who directed and co-produced the film "Susan Feniger: Forked" join Ross to talk about food, film and how their blind date wound up as a recepie for marriage. 

Showbiz UpFront with Ross Crystal - Sonia Satra

Sonia Satra, The Former Star of "Guiding Light & One Life to Live, joins Ross Crystal on "Showbiz UpFront" to talk about her latest ventures as a lifestyle expert and author of the book "What if it Were EASY"

Showbiz UpFront with Ross Crystal & Actor Matthew Morrison

Actor, Singer & Dancer Matthew Morrison talks to Ross Crystal on "Showbiz UpFront" about his latest film ‘A Paris Christmas Waltz' and he brings us back to the days that launched his career, when he starred on the Fox hit series "Glee."

Showbiz UpFront with Ross Crystal & 'Bosch' Author Michael Connelly

He’s a best-selling author of 38 novels including The 'Lincoln Lawyer' Series and the 'Harry Bosch' Series.  Michael Connelly joins Ross Crystal on this edition of "UpFront." 

Showbiz UpFront with Ross Crystal 10-20-23

Composer Arranger & Conductor Bruce Miller, the man behind the TV Theme Song from the series “Frasier” joins Ross Crystal on “Showbiz UpFront”

Showbiz UpFront with Ross Crystal - Steve Dildarian: "Ten Year Old Tom"

Steve Dildarian…creator, writer and lead voice for the  animated series  ‘Ten Year Old Tom.’…now in Season Two on Max, talks about how he created the series and a variety of topics including his thoughts on the Writers Guild Strike, as he joins Ross Crystal for this edition of 'Showbiz UpFront.'

Showbiz UpFront with Ross Crystal - Writers Strike Update 5-30-23

Memorial Day is behind us…but the Writers Guild Strike against the studios continue. We get caught up on the latest efforts regarding those negotiations as well as a look at the current talks now happening with The Directors Guild and the looming possibility of a strike from SAG-AFTRA.  Entertainment attorney Jonathan Handel is back giving Ross Crystal his perspective and word of what’s happening from his sources on this edition of ‘Showbiz UpFront.’   

Showbiz UpFront with Ross Crystal: Backstage at Oscars 95

Brendan Fraser, Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan and Jamie Lee Curtis, are among the winners of the 95th Academy Awards and we hear from these extraordinary people in this edition of ‘Showbiz UpFront: Backstage at Oscars 95’

Showbiz UpFront with Ross Crystal 2/12/23

Writer, podcaster and best selling author Toure’ joins us on 'Showbiz UpFront' to talk about the new program, 'Masters of the Game that he hosts on Byron Allen's The Grio Television Network.   .

Ross Crystal Showbiz UpFront 12-19-22

World-renowned Hollywood acting coach, business trainer and life coach Bernard Hiller joins Ross Crystal to talk about his latest book and how He has become a transformational leader in the field of artictic performance, dynamic public speaking and success strategies.  

SHOWBIZ EXPRESS Wednesday 11-23-22

Steven Spielberg on His New Film ‘The Fablemans’  

Ross Crystal Showbiz UpFront 10/11/22

Emmy Award Winning Investigative Journalist Scott Weinberger, joins Ross Crystal on ‘UpFront’ to talk about the latest season of Discovery ID’s ‘On the Case with Paula Zahn.’ Weinberger, the executive producer and creator of the series explains why the show has been so successful and about his background which includes working in law enforcement.  They also discuss, among other things, why true crime stories have become so popular on television and in podcasts.

Ross Crystal Showbiz UpFront 8/19/22

Renowned actor Michael O’Neill, joins Ross Crystal "UpFront" to talk about his latest project as co-star in the Netflix limited series "Echoes." Michael also looks back on some of the many series he's appeared in, including "The West Wing," "NCIS, "Grey's Anatomy," and many more. In addition he gives us his take on the entertainment world  today and the advice he has for those people trying to break into the business.

Ross Crystal Showbiz UpFront 8/12/22

Matthew Del Negro, who co-stars with Kevin Bacon and Aldis Hodge in the Showtime Series "City on a Hill" joins Ross Crystal on "Showbiz UpFront" to talk about the  latest season of the gritty cop drama.  Matt also updates on his life and another series he's about to star in.

Showbiz Express Thursday 7-28-22

Kelly Ripa on the Comedy Quiz Game Show ‘Generation Gap.”

Ross Crystal Showbiz UpFront 7/28/22

John Gray created the long running CBS series ‘Ghost Whisperer’ that starred Jennifer Love Hewitt. Now the director, producer and author talks with Ross Crystal about his new  horror novel and other projects on 'Showbiz UpFront'.

Ross Crystal Showbiz UpFront 7/15/22

Ray Richmond, entertianment journalist and author of the new coffee table biography "Betty White: 100 Remarkable Moments in an Extraordinary Life" joins Ross to talk about the legendary actress and comedienne and where television is headed in the future.  

Showbiz UpFront with Ross Crystal 7/8/22

Ross talks with Panama Jackson, Author & Columnist at 'The Grio' and host of 'Dear Culture with Panama Jackson'

An Interview with Van Helsing

It’s the end of an amazing run for “Van Helsing” on SyFy.  After five seasons, we get a great perspective on what it’s been like from the stars, Jonathan Scarfe, Tricia Helfer and Nicole Munoz as they join Ross Crystal on this edition of “Showbiz UpFront” to talk about some of their memorable  moments and what they hope the show’s legacy will be.

An Interview with CCH Pounder 'NCIS New Orleans'

Our guest on this edition of ‘Showbiz UpFront’ is CCH Pounder, who stars as Dr Loretta Wade on the CBS series “NCIS New Orleans.”  The award winning actress talks with Ross Crystal about the premiere of season 7 and a story line that weaves the COVID-19 pandemic into the show.   Ms. Pounder also talks about her life in New Orleans, and her role in the two upcoming ‘Avatar’ movies.

An Interview with Patrick Fischler

In this edition of ‘Showbiz UpFront’ we talk with Patrick Fischler, an actor you’ve seen many times before.  From his regular roles on “Mad Men” to Twin Peaks…From SyFy’s Happy! to his recurring role in the NatGeo-Disney Plus series ‘The Right Stuff’…the incredible story of America’s First Astronauts…known as the Mercury 7.

Harry Chapin: Remembering a Music Legend

UpFront ….Ross Crystal talks about the legendary Grammy Award Winning singer, songwriter and activist Harry Chapin…with one of his children…Jason Chapin…and Rick Korn….the director of the documentary Harry Chapin: When in Doubt…Do Something…which follows the life of Chapin who died in 1981. 

An Interview with Bertram van Munster, Executive Producer and Co-creator of “The Amazing Race”

In this edition ‘Showbiz UpFront’s’ Ross Crystal talks with Bertram van Munster, Executive Producer and Co-creator of “The Amazing Race” on CBS.  Now into its 32nd season, Bertram and Ross discuss the current episodes of the Emmy Award-winning series which were shot well before COVID-19.  He’ll also talk about how the reality competition series will move forward as we all deal with the current pandemic.

An Interview with Jane Lynch

UpFront today….we talk with the multifaceted actress Jane Lynch. Best known for her starring role in the musical comedy series Glee…Jane has had recurring roles in shows that include everything from the sitcom Two and a Half Men…to the drama Criminal Minds.  Now the Emmy Award winner…is hosting another game show on NBC. This time it’s the revival of ‘Weakest Link,’ …and with that said…here’s my conversation with Jane Lynch.

Emmy Preview

We preview the ‘72nd Primetime Emmy Awards’ with NPR’s TV Critic Eric Deggans. We’ll give you our choices for who we think will win in the major categories and we’ll also take a look at the new TV season which is slowly rolling out.

An Interview with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist Wesley Lowery

From 'The Washington Post' to 'The New York Times,' 'The Wall Street Journal,' and 'The Boston Globe'…Wesley has distinguished himself as one of the country’s foremost journalists on race, law enforcement, and justice. He is now a correspondent for ’60 in 6’ which streams on Quibi. Most recently he covered the aftermath of the Jacob Blake shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and got the first on-camera interview with the man who captured the Blake shooting on video. He’s also the author of the ...

Paul Dergarabedian - State of the Movie Industry

Comscore Sr. Media Analyst Paul Dergarabedian joins Ross Crystal on 'Showbiz UpFront' to discuss the financial fallout in the movie industry amid the COVID-19 crisis, and where the movies go from here.

An Interview with Emmy Award-winning TV talk host, producer, and author Bill Boggs

An interview with Emmy Award-winning TV talk host, producer, and author Bill Boggs Ross and Bill talk about the state of talk shows, some highlights of Bill's career, and the pandemic, amongst other things.

An Interview with John Savage

John Savage is one of the great actors who’s appeared in so many iconic films like Deer Hunter, The Thin Red Line and Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing. Most recently he’s had a recurring role on the CBS Series Seal Team and John Savage joins us UpFront.

An Interview with Marlo Thomas and Phil Donahue

Marlo Thomas & Phil Donahue join Ross Crystal to share some of the conversations they had with 40 celebrated couples as well as their own feelings regarding the secrets to a happy life on this edition of ‘Showbiz UpFront.'

Quibi CEO Meg Whitman on the Birth and Expectations of One of This Year’s New Streaming Services

Meg Whitman CEO, Quibi outlines the plans for one of this year’s new digital streaming services.  She talked with Ross Crystal on ‘Showbiz UpFront’ just after the launch, on her expectations what direction the new subscription venture would be taking.

Mira Sorvino Talks About Her Latest Role in the Netflix Mini-Series “Hollywood”