Talky Balboa

Logan and Ty sat down and watched the grainy leaked version of the Rocky 5 Workprint. Being HUGE fans of Rocky V (we are being sarcastic) we thought, what a good idea to dive into the strange afterlife of Rocky V and the infamous workprint that changed everything. While the theatrical release took a hit for its 90s-style editing,  it is rumored that director John G. Avildsen was so frustrated with the studio’s final cut that he eventually leaked his own personal version online—even uploading it to YouTube—just to show the world his original vision. This 'director’s cut' swaps out the hip-hop soundtrack for Bill Conti’s classic score, changes the history of Little Marie, and restores a much-debated spiritual/faith element: Mickey appearing as a literal ghost in the alleyway to cheer Rocky on during the final street fight. It’s a fascinating look at the movie we almost got. But that all begs the question does this make the movie better than the one that we got in 1990? Get ready as we take a look at behind the scenes interviews, breakdown the differences in the variations of the film, and did they make Rocky... umm... more slow in this version? If so, why!?!?! Want to watch it in glorious 14p resolution yourself: https://youtu.be/Ku0gl0SU86E Don't forget to follow Talky Balboa on Instagram so you never miss a round! 

While it’s tough to pin down a definitive "grand total" for the Rocky franchise, the numbers are staggering. Across nine films, including the Creed saga, the franchise has racked up an estimated 60 to 70+ awards over five decades—yet only 3 of those are Academy Awards!It’s time to settle the score and hand out some hardware of our own. Welcome to The Talkies!We’re rolling out the red carpet for every film covered in Season 1 of our podcast (yes, even Grudge Match gets an invite).Logan and Ty have their suits on and the envelopes are ready. Who takes home the gold? Tune in for the inaugural Talky Balboa Awards!Follow us @TalkyBalboa and subscribe so you never miss a round!Follow @TalkyBalboa on Instagram and hit subscribe so you never miss a round.

Yo, Adrian! If you love Rocky (1976) and Rocky II (1979), you’ve probably asked yourself: do these movies work perfectly as a double feature?Your Talky Balboa hosts, Ty and Logan, went the distance to find out. We binged both films back-to-back and went straight to the recording booth while the adrenaline was still pumping. Join us as we unpack behind-the-scenes trivia, analyze the legendary soundtrack, and debate whether this cinematic one-two punch is the ultimate way to experience the start of the franchise.Step into the ring with us! Follow @TalkyBalboa on Instagram and hit subscribe so you never miss a round.Listen to our original Rocky (1976) episode here.Listen to our original Rocky II (1979) episode here.

"Don't Count Out The Ham and Egger!" And don't count out Talky Balboa! Ty and Logan are back for Season 2 of the podcast that is the complete compendium of the Rocky Franchise. The year is 2020, and Bob's Burgers is doing an episode all about Gene being way overbearring on his mother... BUT the B plot is all about a knockoff Rocky film! We get The Ham and Egger! He's like Rocky but isn't... Does he punch meat? No, he punches spools of string! Does he have an Adrian? No, he has Constance! Nothing is too good for his best girl! Eye of The Tiger? Pfffttt - Look Of The Lion is wayyyy better, and a totally different animal. It's time for Season 2 of Talky Balboa!!Follow us on Instagram: @TalkyBalboaSupport us on Ko-Fi: www.ko-fi.com/TalkyBalboa**Don’t forget to rate and review—**it really helps us out!

Happy Halloween! Here is a bonus FULL LENGTH episode that was previously locked behind the paywall on our Ko-Fi page!Ty and Logan breakdown the fake film that was advertised heavily in the Talky Balboa podcast, as if it was a regular movie in the franchise. With exclusive clips from the movie! Finally Rocky VII: Rocky vs. Frankenstein is here! We break it all down - from the behind the scenes, all the way to the scary soundtrack! Truly the ultimate Halloween horror movie!Want more? Follow us on Instagram: @TalkyBalboa, a limited-run podcast series!Support the show at https://ko-fi.com/talkybalboa and get rewarded with bonus content!

Ty and Logan are back, and this time they watched... "a movie." Is it Rocky? Is it Raging Bull? Is it the episode you've been waiting for?Nope — it’s GRUDGE MATCH (2013), the long-awaited (?) heavyweight bout between Sylvester Stallone and Robert De Niro. Two cinematic legends. One final fight. Absolutely no reason for it to exist... except that we needed it to. Logan and Ty step into the ring to unpack this bizarre, aging-boxer comedy that pits Razor Sharp against The Kid McDonnen. There’s Kevin Hart. There’s a motion-capture suit. There’s... boxing I guess? And there’s definitely some very real punches thrown between two very real, very tired men.Is it canon? Absolutely not. Did we enjoy it? That’s complicated.But it IS a movie. Grudgement Day is upon us. Wanna support the show and hear exclusive episodes like Rocky vs Frankenstein or Rocky V: The Ultimate Producers Cut?👉 ko-fi.com/talkybalboa (https://ko-fi.com/talkybalboa)Follow us on Instagram for updates, trivia, and Apollo-level threats:📲 @TalkyBalboa (https://instagram.com/TalkyBalboa)

Logan and Ty are finally back—and they’re wrapping up the franchise with Creed III! Or are they? It’s Michael B. Jordan’s directorial debut and the third arc in Adonis Creed’s journey—this time with absolutely zero Rocky Balboa. So who’s Adonis fighting now? None other than Dame Anderson! You remember him… right? That totally wasn’t a baked-in backstory pulled out just for this film… Can Bianca and Donnie find the right balance when their daughter carries a desire to start fighting! All this and more!!!! We are three-ing our Creed! Or is it Creeding our 3?  Nonetheless, does the “Battle of Los Angeles” have enough punch to stand on its own? Are the anime-inspired fight scenes enough to carry the weight? And don’t miss our brand-new segment: Walky Balboa—you won’t want to miss it. Want more? Follow us on Instagram: @TalkyBalboa—a limited-run podcast series! Support the show at ko-fi.com/talkybalboa and get rewarded with bonus content!

"Fun's over, fellas! If you're gonna beat up my friend in my bar, there's a two-drink minimum!" Logan and Ty are back with a very special BONUS EPISODE of Talky Balboa to give you a little taste of what you can expect over on their Ko-Fi page: www.ko-fi.com/TalkyBalboa. In this episode, Homer Simpson is set to challenge Drederick Tatum for the Heavyweight Championship. There's just one problem—he can't win. His trainer Moe knows it. His wife Marge knows it. Everyone knows it... except Homer. We get a perfect Don King parody in Lucius Sweet, hilarious boxing montage spoofs, and all the over-the-top heart you’d expect from The Simpsons. This episode truly has it all! Sit back and enjoy as Logan and Ty cover this one down to the nose, down to the knob.Follow us on Instagram: @TalkyBalboaSupport us on Ko-Fi: www.ko-fi.com/TalkyBalboa**Don’t forget to rate and review—**it really helps us out!

We’re watching Rocky IV again—but this time, it’s The Ultimate Director’s Cut! During the pandemic lockdowns, Sylvester Stallone took the time to rework the film from the ground up. Gone is the robot, there’s more Apollo, and the scenes pack a lot more emotional punch. Logan and Ty sit down to explore the making of this new version, including the behind-the-scenes documentary that follows Stallone as he re-edits the classic. What changed in the soundtrack? How about the color grading? It feels like Stallone examined every inch and aspect of the film during the recut.But the biggest question: is it actually better than the original Rocky IV? Let’s find out.Want more? Follow us on Instagram: @TalkyBalboa, a limited-run podcast series!Support the show at www.ko-fi.com/talkybalboa and get rewarded with bonus content!

"That guy (Drago) broke things in me that ain't never been fixed. It ain't worth it. Not at all. " -Rocky to Adonis.  Logan and Ty are back and ready to dive into the next evolution of the Rocky franchise with Creed II! If you thought Adonis Creed had finally laid his demons to rest after the first film… Don’t be so sure about that! Logan and Ty discuss the behind‑the‑scenes of how Steven Caple Jr. stepped up to direct this requel after Ryan Coogler passed the torch, and how Sylvester Stallone and Michael B. Jordan rallied the studio around a story that pits the son of Apollo against the son of the man who killed him. Ivan Drago himself, Dolph Lundgren almost didn't want to come back for this one until he got a text from Sly? Who knew! What about the cut hospital fight scene? Learn a bunch of behind the scenes trivia as we go the distance and cover Creed II - from Bianca's pregnancy, to the return of Max Kellerman the king of exposition, and does it live up to a sequel to Rocky IV? Not only that but we got your voicemail messages to get through as well! Get your gloves on, cause we're back! Follow Talky Balboa on Instagram for more updates, discussions, and all things Rocky. @TalkyBalboaCheck out our Ko-Fi page and gain access to the BONUS Talky Balboa Episode here.

"I heard about a third fight between you and Apollo... Behind closed doors. That true?" Logan and Ty are back and ready to dive into the next evolution of the Rocky Franchise! If you thought Rocky Balboa had achieved his happy ending after the last film... Don't be so sure about that! Logan and Ty discuss the behind the scenes of how Ryan Coogler got HIS movie made and essentially gave us the birth of the 'Requel'. Michael B. Jordan’s knockout performance as Adonis Creed, Apollo's secret son. Bianca’s unforgettable music career (yes, we’re talking about “Grip”…)The return of Stallone & why he almost didn’t come back, but are we ever glad he did!!! Join Rocky, Adonis, Bianca, Logan, Ty as we explore what ageing is like through the eyes of a boxer and what true family really is. Follow Talky Balboa on Instagram for more updates, discussions, and all things Rocky. @TalkyBalboaSupport us via our Ko-Fi page by clicking here.

Welcome back to Talky Balboa, the podcast that takes you the distance with in-depth discussions on all things Rocky! This week, we’ve ditched the Roman numerals—it’s time for Rocky Balboa. The 2006 film that resurrected not just the character, but Sylvester Stallone’s career, proving that the Italian Stallion still had fight left in him.Join hosts Logan and Ty as they step into the ring to break down the film’s long and difficult journey to the big screen. From studio skepticism to Stallone’s unwavering determination, Rocky Balboa wasn’t just another sequel—it was a passion project that almost never happened. They'll explore the film’s underappreciated emotional depth, the themes of aging and legacy, and how it successfully brought the franchise back to its roots.Beyond the behind-the-scenes battles, they’ll also discuss the film’s powerful training montage, the emotional weight of Rocky’s return, and the modernized yet nostalgic soundtrack that helped set the tone for this comeback story. Was Rocky Balboa a perfect farewell? Or does it deserve even more recognition than it gets?Hear the full breakdown, and don’t forget to share your thoughts with us! Follow Talky Balboa on Instagram for more updates, discussions, and all things Rocky. @TalkyBalboaIf you love what we do and want to support the show, check out our Ko-Fi page! Now featuring the BONUS EPISODE Rocky VII: Rocky VS Frankenstein - 2025 

Welcome back to Talky Balboa, the podcast that takes you the distance with in-depth discussions of the Rocky franchise! This week, we're tackling the often-maligned, the controversial, the… Rocky V. Considered by many the black sheep of the family, this film took a sharp turn from the bombastic heights of Rocky IV, leaving many fans feeling more bruised than triumphant.Join Logan and Ty as they step back into the ring (or perhaps the street?) to dissect Rocky V. Was it a knockout? A stumble? Or something in between? They'll delve into the film's unique 90s hip-hop vibes, exploring how this stylistic shift impacted the overall feel of the movie and its departure from the previous installments. They'll also examine the financial woes that plague the Balboa family and the complex mentor-student relationship between Rocky and Tommy "The Machine" Gunn - and of course young Robert.Was Rocky V a misstep or a misunderstood masterpiece? Tune in to find out! And don't forget to share your own thoughts on this divisive chapter in the Rocky saga. We love hearing from you! You can also follow us on Instagram @TalkyBalboa for more Rocky content and updates!If you have thoughts on the upcoming Rocky Balboa - 2006 film. Send us a message on Speak Pipe.Finally, we're excited to announce our brand new Ko-Fi page! If you enjoy Talky Balboa and want to support the podcast, you can now contribute at ko-fi.com/talkybalboa. Any support is greatly appreciated and helps us keep bringing you the best content! Thanks for listening!

After the bromance of Apollo Creed and Rocky Balboa in Rocky III, The Italian Stallion faces his most brutal opponent yet: Ivan Drago. Join hosts @heyheylogan_ and @imtyjordan for another thrilling episode of Talky Balboa, as we dissect the 1985 classic, Rocky IV. This episode plunges into the heart of the Cold War, exploring the film's political undertones, the iconic training montages (Rocky vs. the Siberian wilderness!), and the unforgettable musical score. We'll delve into the behind-the-scenes drama, from Sylvester Stallone's grueling training regimen to the filming in Canada (where we are from!)Discover surprising facts you never knew – We'll also discuss the film's impact and its enduring legacy with the help of some Talky Balboa listeners. So grab your tracksuit and get ready to rumble! Join us for round four of Talky Balboa as we revisit this iconic clash of titans. Want even more? Follow us on Instagram: @TalkyBalboa a limited run podcast series! 

Send us a voicemail! Speakpipe.com/TalkyBalboa Rocky was a lot of fun, and in Rocky II, the champ finally won! Now, it's time for Rocky III, where Clubber Lang, played by none other than Mr. T, enters the ring. Hosts @heyheylogan_ and @imtyjordan are back with another episode of Talky Balboa, the limited podcast series diving into the iconic Rocky films. We've covered the first two movies, and now we’re taking on 1982’s Rocky III. This episode is packed with behind-the-scenes trivia, an in-depth breakdown of the film, and a look at the unforgettable soundtrack. Discover fun facts you’ve never heard before—did you know Duke goes shirtless? Hulk Hogan had to stand on a riser? Clubber Lang was almost played by Joe Frazier? How about a Bob's Burgers connection? Join us for round three as we revisit this classic and follow the champ on his journey to reclaim the Eye of the Tiger with the help of his new ally Apollo Creed. Follow us on Instagram: @TalkyBalboa  Talky Rap Produced By Kelley Pohran

I guess there is a rematch!!! WHAT! In this knockout sequel episode of Talky Balboa, hosts @imtyjordan and @heyheylogan_ return to the ring to break down Rocky II—the thrilling continuation of Rocky Balboa’s story. Picking up right where the original left off, this 1979 classic follows the Italian Stallion as he faces the challenges of newfound fame, endorsements, marriage, and the ultimate decision to step back into the ring for a rematch with Apollo Creed.Join us as we unpack Rocky’s journey from reluctant underdog to determined champion, the heartwarming and heart-wrenching moments with Adrian, and the unforgettable training montage that cemented its place in cinema history. Join us as we go the distance on behind-the-scenes trivia, the epic final fight, and how Rocky II solidified the franchise as a cultural phenomenon.The bell’s about to ring—hit play and join us for Round 2 of this podcast series! 🥇Follow us on Instagram @TalkyBalboa and subscribe so you never miss a round!

In the debut episode of Talky Balboa, hosts @imtyjordan and @heyheylogan_ step into the ring to kick off their deep dive into the Rocky franchise—starting with the 1976 classic that started it all. 🥇This episode explores the origins of Rocky, the ultimate underdog story that redefined sports films and launched Sylvester Stallone into stardom. The hosts break down the film’s gritty portrayal of Philadelphia, Rocky Balboa’s humble beginnings as a small-time boxer and loan shark collector, and his unexpected shot at the heavyweight title against the flamboyant and confident champion, Apollo Creed. Stick around as they go round-by-round recapping the legendary final fight, sharing trivia, and more!It’s the perfect starting bell for this epic podcast series. Hit play, and let’s step into the ring! 🎧🥊 Subscribe now, and don’t miss a single round!Follow us on instagram @TalkyBalboa

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