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Talky BalboaEpisode 13: Mommy Boy - Bob's Burgers (S11E9) - 2020"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...
2026-02-0731 min
Talky BalboaEpisode 12: Rocky VII: Rocky vs. Frankenstein - 2025Happy 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...
2025-10-2444 min
Talky BalboaEpisode 11: Grudge Match - 2013Ty 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...
2025-07-1638 min
Talky BalboaEpisode 10: Creed III - 2023Logan 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 Creed...
2025-06-1757 min
Talky Balboa[BONUS] The Homer They Fall - The Simpsons (S8E3) - 1996"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, hila...
2025-05-0928 min
Talky BalboaEpisode 9: Rocky IV: Rocky vs. Drago - The Ultimate Director's Cut - 2021We’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 fil...
2025-05-0247 min
Talky BalboaEpisode 8: Creed II - 2018"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...
2025-04-1350 min
Talky BalboaEpisode 7: Creed - 2015"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 “...
2025-03-1147 min
Talky Balboa[BONUS PREVIEW] Rocky VII: Rocky VS Frankenstein - 2025The Talky Balboa crew is gearing up to cover the Creed films in the Rocky franchise. As they take some time to prepare, enjoy a free preview of Rocky VII: Rocky VS Frankenstein available for purchase from our Ko-Fi page. Ty and Logan break down the highly anticipated, completely real, and absolutely legitimate Rocky VII: Rocky vs. Frankenstein! This time, Rocky steps back into the ring to face his most monstrous opponent yet—Frankenstein's creature! They dive into everything from Dave Bautista's towering performance as the monster to Mr. T's epic return as Clubber Lang, and of...
2025-02-2011 min
Talky BalboaEpisode 6: Rocky Balboa - 2006Welcome 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 pr...
2025-02-101h 00
Talky BalboaEpisode 5: Rocky V - 1990Welcome 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, ex...
2025-01-301h 04
Talky BalboaEpisode 4: Rocky IV - 1985After 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...
2025-01-1655 min
Talky BalboaEpisode 3: Rocky III - 1982Send 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 soundt...
2025-01-071h 01
Talky BalboaEpisode 2: Rocky II - 1979I 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 traini...
2024-12-3131 min
Talky BalboaEpisode 1: Rocky - 1976In 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-b...
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