Sylvester Stallone and His Friends' Films Podcast

Host Ryan reunites with returning guest John Rivoli, Sylvester Stallone’s official Rocky and Rambo artist, for a hilarious and insight-packed deep dive into the infamous helicopter betrayal and POW rescue attempt in Rambo: First Blood Part II. From real leeches to a terrifying ex-con Russian henchman who once stalked Sly in Beverly Hills, plus behind-the-scenes bombshells about deleted scenes, nov...

Ryan welcomes UK listener-turned-guest John, a psychology enthusiast with real insight into trauma and the human mind, as they dive deep into the heart-pounding prison camp infiltration of Rambo: First Blood Part II. From Rambo’s silent bow kills and explosive-arrow stealth to that heartbreakingly tender “You’re not expendable” moment with Co, they unpack the raw vulnerability beneath the muscle,...

Dive back into the jungle with host Ryan and legendary Stallone documentarian Derek Wayne Johnson as they break down the steamy, sweaty early moments of Rambo: First Blood Part II – from Rambo’s botched drop zone and explosive-arrow memories to Co’s unforgettable introduction, pirate river boats, and that intimate “expendable”  chat that still hits hard. Derek shares wild behind-the-scenes stories...

Ryan and Sean (host of the Dolph Lundgren career-deep-dive podcast *I Must Break This*) continue Season 2 with the explosive sequel that turned John Rambo from troubled vet into the ultimate one-man army. The guys go scene-by-scene through Rambo’s mission briefing, the legendary “suiting-up” montage, the botched parachute drop, and the moment the movie fully unleashes the larger-than-life Rambo we...

In the season two premiere of the "It's a Long Road: The Rambo Series" podcast, host Ryan welcomes guest Jack from the "Drunk Bond" podcast to dissect Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985), kicking off with lighthearted banter about podcasting compliments, the hosts' shared love for Sylvester Stallone's Rocky and Rambo franchises, and Jack's irreverent yet respectful breakdowns of action classics. The...

Ryan teams up with guest co-hosts Tim and Tony from the Round 14 Podcast—dedicated enthusiasts of Sylvester Stallone's iconic Rocky saga—for a high-octane breakdown of the film's climactic church standoff, Rambo's raw emotional monologue, and the cathartic resolution between the tormented veteran and a sympathetic yet beleaguered Sheriff Teasle. Blending sharp analysis of Brian Dennehy's standout...

Ryan welcomes Bob and Zip from the "No Redeeming Qualities" podcast to dissect a key action sequence from First Blood (1982), where John Rambo escapes a mine shaft, hijacks a National Guard truck, and unleashes chaos on a small town through daring stunts, explosions, and pursuits, all while the hosts intersperse humorous tangents on Stallone's physique, the book's darker violence, Italian heritage...

In another Sylvester Stallone Podcast Network crossover, hosts Ryan Rebalkin of Going The Distance, Craig Cohen of Slycast, and Doug Greenberg of Rocky Minute reluctantly dissect The Expendables 4 (aka Expend4bles, 2023), Scott Waugh's underwhelming R-rated swan song that squanders a $100M budget on PlayStation 2-level CGI boats, forgettable ship-bound climax, and charisma-vacuum newcomers like Me...

In a rollicking Sylvester Stallone Podcast Network crossover, hosts Craig Cohen of Slycast, Doug Greenberg of Rocky Minute, and Ryan Rebalkin of Going The Distance team up to eviscerate and occasionally defend The Expendables 3 (2014), Patrick Hughes' PG-13 pivot that swaps brutal R-rated gore for broader appeal, introducing fresh blood like Wesley Snipes' Doc, Antonio Banderas' chatterbox Galgo,...

In a high-octane crossover episode from the Sylvester Stallone Podcast Network, hosts Ryan Rebalkin of Going The Distance, Craig Cohen of Slycast, and Doug Greenberg of Rocky Minute reunite to dissect The Expendables 2 (2012), the Simon West-directed sequel that amps up the '80s action homage with relentless set pieces, meta quips, and an all-star mercenary ensemble led by Stallone's Barney Ross....

In a thrilling crossover installment of the Sylvester Stallone Podcast Network, veteran hosts Craig Cohen of Slycast, Doug Greenberg of Rocky Minute, and Ryan Rebalkin of Going The Distance converge to unpack the explosive 2010 action opus The Expendables, Stallone's directorial homage to '80s muscle-bound cinema. The trio dissects the high-stakes tale of a ragtag team of mercenaries—led by Stallo...

In this episode of "One More Round: The Rocky Series Podcast," host Ryan, joined by co-host Katie (with Kyle absent due to an unforeseen event), dives into the Rocky franchise with a focus on a heartfelt scene where Adrian tends to Rocky’s injuries after his meat-punching training, while also addressing recent developments in Sylvester Stallone’s life, including his new film Samaritan and personal...

In this episode of "One More Round: The Rocky Series Podcast," host Ryan reunites with co-hosts Katie and Kyle to discuss Sylvester Stallone’s recent personal and professional developments, including his divorce from Jennifer Flavin after 25 years and his new film, Samaritan. The trio reflects on the emotional weight of Stallone’s divorce, wishing both parties well, and speculates on how personal...

In this episode of "One More Round: The Rocky Series Podcast," host Ryan, joined by regular co-host Kyle and guest host Doug, replacing Katie, delivers a heartfelt exploration of the Rocky franchise, focusing on a pivotal scene where Mickey visits Rocky’s apartment to offer his managerial expertise. The episode kicks off with humorous banter about Katie’s absence and Doug’s introduction as the hos...

In this episode of "One More Round: The Rocky Series Podcast," host Ryan, joined by co-host Katie and guest Jared Tockstein, delves into the Rocky franchise with a mix of humor, fan interaction, and deep analysis. The episode kicks off with introductions, spotlighting Jared’s podcasting credentials and his prior collaborations with Ryan on other shows within the network. Ryan addresses recent deve...

In this episode of "One More Round: The Rocky Series Podcast," host Ryan, along with co-hosts Katie and Kyle, dive into a passionate discussion about the Rocky franchise, focusing on Sylvester Stallone's ongoing disputes with producer Irwin Winkler over the rights to the Rocky series. The episode begins with Ryan addressing a recording mishap and providing a disclaimer about insider information re...

The Stallone Podcast Network episode features hosts Ryan, Doug, and Craig diving into a lively discussion about Sylvester Stallone’s career, focusing on the 1993 action film Cliffhanger. They explore Stallone’s recent appearance at the Conn Film Festival, where he unveiled a 4K edition of First Blood and shared updates on Rambo: Last Blood, alongside his surprising pitch for a new Rocky story invo...

Hosts Ryan, Doug, and Craig, along with guest Walt from The Wilder Ride, dissect the 1987 Sylvester Stallone film Over the Top in a simultaneous YouTube and Facebook live broadcast. They discuss the film’s surprising fan-voted selection over Cliffhanger in a listener poll, expressing mixed feelings about its campy charm and significant flaws, including a weak script and questionable plot points li...

In this episode of "It's a Long Road," host Ryan welcomes special guest John Rivoli, the official Rocky artist for MGM and Sylvester Stallone, to discuss Stallone's iconic films, particularly "Rambo: First Blood." Rivoli shares his background as an artist curating Rocky and Rambo-inspired paintings, his personal encounters with Stallone, and a new Rambo artwork depicting the character's emotional...

In this episode of "It's a Long Road: The Rambo Series Podcast," host Ryan welcomes guest Scott from the "All 90s Action All the Time" podcast, now part of the Last of the Action Heroes Podcast Network, to discuss Sylvester Stallone's "First Blood." They explore Scott's history with the Rambo franchise, his preference for Rocky over Rambo, and a detailed scene-by-scene breakdown of the film's mine...

In this episode of "It's a Long Road: The Rambo Series Podcast," host Ryan delves into the 1982 film "First Blood" with guest Scott from the Church of Tarantino Podcast. They discuss Scott's podcast, which chronologically explores Quentin Tarantino's films and related works, and share insights on Rambo's evolution from a serious PTSD-focused story to action-packed sequels. The conversation covers...

In Episode 7 of It's a Long Road: The Rambo Series Podcast , host Ryan welcomes Dave Robinson, the head of the 60 Minutes With podcast network, to dive into Sylvester Stallone’s iconic 1982 film First Blood . The episode explores Dave’s personal connection to Stallone, from meeting him at a 2019 event to his lifelong fandom sparked by watching Rocky in 1978. They discuss the 60 Minutes With networ...

In this episode of "It's a Long Road: The Rambo Series Podcast," host Ryan is joined by guest Adrian from the Arcade Attack podcast to dissect a gripping sequence from "First Blood" (1982), where John Rambo, portrayed by Sylvester Stallone, turns the tables on a small-town police force hunting him in the rugged British Columbia wilderness. The discussion delves into the horror-like intensity of Ra...

"Driven" (2001), a high-octane action-adventure film written by Sylvester Stallone and directed by Renny Harlin, follows Joe Tanto, a retired race car driver with a tumultuous past, who is called back to mentor young rookie Jimmy Bly in the high-stakes world of the Champ Car World Series. The film, discussed with fervor by the hosts of the Stallone Podcast Network, is critiqued for its convoluted...

In this episode of the Sylvester Stallone Podcast Network, hosts Ryan, Doug, and Craig dive deep into a retrospective review of the 1989 prison drama "Lock Up," starring Sylvester Stallone as Frank Leone, a model inmate transferred to a brutal maximum-security facility under the sadistic Warden Drumgoole, played by Donald Sutherland. The discussion covers the film's plot, including Leone's backsto...