Talk Is Jericho

It’s a July 4th celebration of American rock & roll with the Pod of Thunder crew - Andy, Nick, and Chris L.! They’re diving into their personal picks for the greatest American bands of all time, but this isn’t a countdown. It’s a passionate, no-rules discussion covering everyone from Van Halen, KISS, Aerosmith, and ZZ Top to the B-52s, the Beach Boys, Journey, Metallica, and the Ramones. They’re s...

Author and pop culture historian Brad Gilmore returns just in time for the 40th anniversary of Back To The Future! He and Chris break down Brad’s new book, Why We Love Back To The Future, a deep dive into the making, legacy, and ongoing cultural impact of the iconic film trilogy. Brad shares behind-the-scenes stories from interviews with Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Bob Gale, Robert Zemeckis,...

Downstait, known for creating some of the most iconic entrance music in pro wrestling, talks about their wild journey from Fort Wayne, Indiana to WrestleMania, AEW’s All In, and the Jericho Cruise. Zach Call, Justin Call, and Sean Arata share how they crafted Cody Rhodes’ “Kingdom,” The Miz’s “I Came to Play,” and Dr. Britt Baker DMD’s AEW theme. They reveal how a viral internet cover led to a WWE...

Chad Stahelski is the visionary stuntman-turned-director behind the John Wick franchise. Now, he’s pulling back the curtain on the incredible journey of making one of the most beloved action series of all time – alongside the documentary filmmakers who captured it all.  Chad along with Wick Is Pain director Jeffrey Doe and producers Josh Oreck and Gabe Roth talk about the epic new documentary that...

It’s been 50 years since Jaws first hit theaters and changed Hollywood forever, and Ross Williams from The Daily Jaws is here to break down the legacy of the film that launched the summer blockbuster. Ross and Jericho deep dive into the making of Jaws, from the nightmare production schedule and malfunctioning mechanical shark to Steven Spielberg’s unshakable vision and John Williams’ unforgettable...

Dr. Chris Nowinski returns with powerful updates on CTE research, nearly a decade after his last appearance. The former WWE Superstar turned neuroscientist details groundbreaking discoveries from Boston University’s brain bank, shocking data from over 400 NFL players, and how CTE has become the “punch drunk” disease of modern sports. He speaks candidly about the tragic case of Chris Benoit, violen...

Kane Hodder is the legendary stuntman and actor who played Jason Voorhees in four Friday the 13th films – and he’s got the stories to prove it! He shares how and why he developed Jason’s signature breathing, his favorite kill scenes (including that iconic sleeping bag slam), and what it was like to stalk New York’s Times Square in full costume. Kane also details the near-fatal fire stunt early in...

Ralph Macchio talks four decades of The Karate Kid legacy – from the original 1984 film to Cobra Kai and the brand-new Karate Kid: Legends movie (in theaters now!). Ralph shares behind-the-scenes stories about the very first pitch he heard for Cobra Kai, his initial reaction to the idea, and how the creators won him over with their love and respect for the franchise. He also reveals how Cobra Kai...

Legendary broadcaster Maury Povich shares incredible stories from his career including his early days in radio covering JFK’s assassination and the civil rights movement, breaking barriers with A Current Affair, and becoming a daytime talk titan with The Maury Povich Show. He discusses the origins of his iconic “You ARE the father!” moment, how he kept the show fresh for 31 seasons, and the surpri...

Former WWE Superstar Marc Copani, best known as the controversial Muhammad Hassan, joins for an unfiltered conversation about his short but impactful wrestling career, and the real-life events that brought it to a sudden end. He relives his early days in OVW training alongside John Cena and Brock Lesnar, what he learned from OVW’s Jim Cornette and Rip Rogers, how and when he got called up to the W...

Tommy Dreamer and Bully Ray pay tribute to the late, great Sabu, a legit innovator and pioneer in the business who put ECW on the map, and one of the most extreme wrestlers to ever step in the ring. They share incredible stories from Sabu’s groundbreaking career including his wild barbed wire matches, the time he taped up his broken jaw mid-match just so he could finish it, some of his more infamo...

Legendary Eagles guitarist Don Felder joins for a deep dive into his extraordinary musical journey – from co-writing Hotel California and jamming with Joe Walsh to opening up “The Vault,” his new solo album featuring 50 years of unreleased material to growing up in Gainesville, Florida and playing in bands with Duane Allman and Stephen Stills. Felder reflects on his days with The Eagles, how he cr...

Thrash metal legend Gary Holt joinsfor an epic deep dive into the wild history of Exodus, his decade with Slayer, and the stories behind his brutally honest new memoir A Fabulous Disaster: From the Garage to Madison Square Garden. Gary shares what it was like to rehearse for the recent Slayer reunion shows, the unfiltered truth about Exodus’ near-misses with fame, and why Bonded by Blood came out...

Sinn Bodhi (aka WWE’s Kizarny) is the man behind Dana White’s Power Slap! He explains how he got the job, why he believes in the potential of the sport, and how it might actually be safer than pro wrestling. He talks about growing up with Edge and Christian in Canada, and how they got him his disastrous first dark match tryout with WWE! He recounts wrestling in England, the Al Snow conversation th...

Actor, wrestler, and clownpreneur David Arquette shares the story behind the wild travel disaster that almost kept him from a horror and wrestling convention in the UK, opens up about the legacy of Scream and his character Dewey, and how Wes Craven helped redefine the role and his career. David dives into the gritty true-crime inspiration behind his new film Mob Cops, his real-life ultraviolent de...

ECW founder Tod Gordon shares the unfiltered history of Extreme Championship Wrestling – from its underground beginnings in Philadelphia to becoming one of the most influential wrestling promotions of all time. Tod opens up about bringing in Eddie Gilbert and Paul Heyman, the infamous Shane Douglas NWA title throw-down heard ‘round the world, the wild energy of the ECW Arena, and the rise of stars...

Eli Craig brings the blood, the laughs, and the killer clowns to Talk Is Jericho! The director of Tucker & Dale vs. Evil is back with his new horror flick Clown In A Cornfield—and he’s breaking down everything from adapting the hit book, filming in Winnipeg, and hiring an all-Canadian cast, to creating blood cannons, chainsaw chaos, and a gang of homicidal clowns. Eli talks about his journey from...

The prop comic GOAT is in the house! Carrot Top joins to talk about 40 years of comedy chaos, including how WrestleMania crowds inspired a brand-new bit overnight, why his Vegas residency is run like a wrestling show, and how he once performed an entire tour on a knee scooter after shredding his leg on a snowboard. He shares backstage stories involving Queen, Pantera’s Vinnie Paul, Gene Simmons, a...

Evan Husney and Jason Eisener are back to shine a spotlight on the wild, tragic, and unforgettable tales of pro wrestling with Dark Side of the Ring Season 6 on VICE. They join Chris to break down the making of some of this season’s most compelling episodes like Mick Foley’s legendary Hell In A Cell match, the controversial rise and fall of Muhammed Hassan, and the heartbreaking story of Daffney....

Cult enthusiast Grant Offenberger and TIJ alum Tim Chizmar join for a jaw-dropping, deep dive into the world of Scientology! Grant openly investigate the Church and reveals some of what he uncovered including volcano-wielding space overlords, aliens, secret LA birthday parties, mind-bending recruitment tactics, and lavish steak dinners for the dearly departed L. Ron Hubbard. Grant shares how he in...

It’s metal, it’s mayhem, and it’s... mayonnaise? Charlie Benante of Anthrax and Z2 Comics mastermind Josh Bernstein dish on Drumming Up An Appetite, the brand-new cookbook from the late, great Pantera drummer Vinnie Paul. From backstage breakfasts and "1, 2, BBQ" war cries to raiding the Abbott family archives for down-and-dirty recipes (spoiler: there’s nothing green in those salads), this is a f...

Author and wrestling historian Keith Greenberg breaks down the epic spectacle that was WrestleMania III - the moment pro wrestling went from regional curiosity to global phenomenon. From Aretha Franklin’s traffic jam to Andre the Giant’s legendary heel turn, Keith shares wild behind-the-scenes stories from his new book Bigger! Better! Badder!: WrestleMania III and The Year It All Changed. He has t...

Born into a chaotic, hellraising and deeply tight-knit family, Saraya learned to never back down from a challenge. She’s a rule breaker and drawn to people with the same mentality. In “Rulebreakers,” her DGAF attitude takes center stage while also exploring vulnerability and transparency with listeners. Every week, Saraya and a guest will explore their unconventional paths to success. Inspired by...

Documentary director Alex Braverman unravels the beautiful madness of Andy Kaufman in his new film, Thank You Very Much. He reveals how he tracked down hidden gems from Kaufman’s inner circle, got Danny DeVito to spill hilarious stories, and uncovered the Iranian roommate who inspired one of Andy’s most iconic characters. He talks unearthing the never-before-seen 70s footage from Andy’s longtime c...

He’s got the jetpack dropkick, the LA Dojo discipline, and now, he’s All Elite! Kevin Knight talks about going from IT nerd to international wrestling star, surviving 1,000-squat days with Shibata as a Young Lion in the NJPW dojo, and learning to scream in silence during his pandemic-era wrestling start. He breaks down his epic match with Will Ospreay, his AEW goals, and what he took away from bot...