Showbiz UpFront

NPR TV Critic Eric Deggans joins Ross Crystal in this edition of 'Showbiz UpFront' as they discuss everything from the state of cable to streaming...award shows to latenight talk and the impact news channels and broadcast networks are now having on all of us. That, and more on 'Showbiz UpFront.'

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.

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.

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.

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

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'.

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.

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

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Los Angeles Sportscaster and author Ted Sobel talks with Ross Crystal on 'Showbiz UpFront' about his latest book 'Touching Greatness' and about some of the legends in sports, music and showbiz that inspired him throughout his career in broadcasting.

Matthew Del Negro talks with Ross Crystal on "Showbiz UpFront' about his role as Detective Chris Caysen on Showtime's "City on a Hill" and about his podcast and book titled "10,000 NOs: How to Overcome Rejection on the Way to Your YES"