Talky Balboa

Talky Balboa

šŸŽ™ļø Talky Balboa: A podcast where @imtyjordan & @heyheylogan_ go the distance reviewing every Rocky film. šŸ’„ Join us for an in-depth journey through the ultimate boxing movie franchise as we explore every punch, training montage, and underdog triumph. šŸ„ŠšŸŽ¬From Apollo Creed's flashy entrances to Rocky's gritty climbs up the Philadelphia Museum steps, we break down the stories, themes, and unforgettable characters that have made Rocky a cinematic legend. Expect analysis, behind-the-scenes trivia, and plenty of passionate debates about what makes this franchise a timeless classic.Whether you're a longtime fan or stepping into the ring for the first time, Talky Balboa is your definitive guide to the world of Rocky, Creed, and everything in between. Hit subscribe, and let’s go the distance! šŸ„‡šŸ† ā˜• Buy us a coffee! Granting you access to exclusive bonus episodes! Ko-Fi.com/TalkyBalboa

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December 20, 2024 • 25 secs
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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. šŸ„‡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 b...
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December 30, 2024 • 31 mins
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...
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January 7, 2025 • 61 mins
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Ā 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.

Ā We've covered the first two movies, and now we’re taking on 1982’s Rocky III. ...
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January 15, 2025 • 55 mins
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...
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January 29, 2025 • 64 mins
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 t...
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February 10, 2025 • 60 mins
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 j...
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The 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.Ā 

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—Franke...
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March 10, 2025 • 47 mins
"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!Ā 

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. Jorda...
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April 13, 2025 • 50 mins
"That guy (Drago) broke things in me that ain't never been fixed. It ain't worth it. Not at all. " -Rocky to Adonis.Ā 

Ā 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 ...
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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 c...
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"Fun's over, fellas! If you're gonna beat up my friend in my bar, there's a two-drink minimum!"Ā 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:Ā 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...
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June 16, 2025 • 57 mins
Logan and Ty are finally back—and they’re wrapping up the franchise with Creed III! Or are they?

Ā 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 whe...
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July 15, 2025 • 38 mins
Ty and Logan are back, and this time they watched... "a movie."

Ā Is it Rocky? Is it Raging Bull? Is it the episode you've been waiting for?
Nope — it’sĀ GRUDGE MATCHĀ (2013), theĀ 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.

Ā Logan and Ty step into the ring to unpack this bizarre, aging-boxer co...
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