Podcast appearances and mentions of mickey goldmill

Welcome back, Born to Watch listeners! In this episode, we dive into the electrifying world of "Rocky III," the third instalment in the legendary Rocky series. Directed by and starring Sylvester Stallone, this 1982 classic reinvigorates the saga of the Italian Stallion with new challenges, unforgettable characters, and the iconic anthem "Eye of the Tiger."Overview and Plot Summary"Rocky III" begins with Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone) at the pinnacle of his career. He's the reigning heavyweight champion, enjoying a lavish lifestyle with his wife Adrian (Talia Shire) and son. The opening montage, set to Survivor's “Eye of the Tiger,” captures Rocky's string of successful title defences and newfound celebrity status. However, this success brings complacency, something that his trainer, Mickey Goldmill (Burgess Meredith), warns him about.Enter Clubber Lang (Mr. T), a ferocious and hungry challenger who calls out Rocky's seemingly softening resolve. Clubber's taunts and raw power culminate in a dramatic face-off, where he brutally dethrones Rocky, not only taking his title but also delivering a crushing blow to his spirit.Rocky's journey to redemption is both physical and emotional. With the help of his former rival, Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers), Rocky must reclaim the "eye of the tiger"—the primal, relentless drive that first made him a champion. Through gruelling training and self-discovery, Rocky prepares for a rematch that's as much about regaining his pride as it is about reclaiming the title.Cinematography and DirectionStallone's direction in "Rocky III" is marked by a notable shift in style from the previous films. The grit and grime of Philadelphia give way to a more polished, almost glossy depiction of Rocky's life at the top. This contrast effectively underscores Rocky's initial loss of hunger and drive. The training montages, a staple of the Rocky series, are particularly memorable here, with the beach running scene between Rocky and Apollo standing out as a moment of pure cinematic energy and emotional resonance.The fight scenes are shot viscerally, pulling the audience into the ring. The cinematography by Bill Butler captures the brutal reality of boxing, with sweat and blood flying in slow motion, emphasizing the physical toll of each punch. The camera work during the final fight keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, perfectly complementing the film's dramatic pacing.Character Development and PerformancesSylvester Stallone delivers a multifaceted performance as Rocky. He adeptly portrays Rocky's transformation from a complacent champion to a humbled underdog seeking redemption. Stallone's ability to convey vulnerability and determination makes Rocky's journey deeply relatable and inspiring.Mr. T's portrayal of Clubber Lang is nothing short of iconic. His raw, unbridled aggression starkly contrasts Rocky's initially softened demeanour. Mr T imbues Clubber with an intensity that makes him one of the most memorable antagonists in the series. His famous line, “I pity the fool,” has become part of the pop culture lexicon.Carl Weathers reprises his role as Apollo Creed, adding a new layer to his character. The transition from Rocky's rival to his mentor is handled with nuance, showcasing Apollo's respect for Rocky and his own desire to reclaim some glory by proxy. Their developing friendship adds depth to the narrative and provides some of the film's most heartfelt moments.Burgess Meredith's Mickey continues to be the grounding force in Rocky's life. His death is a poignant turning point in the film, symbolizing the end of an era and pushing Rocky to rediscover his fighting spirit. Talia Shire's Adrian also plays a crucial role; her unwavering support and powerful pep talk give Rocky the emotional strength he needs.Historical and Cultural Significance"Rocky III" holds a significant place in cinema history. Released during the early 1980s, the film reflects the era's cultural landscape, where themes of perseverance, self-reliance, and redemption resonated strongly with audiences. The film's success helped cement Sylvester Stallone as a major Hollywood player and further established the Rocky franchise as a cultural touchstone.The soundtrack, particularly "Eye of the Tiger" by Survivor, became an anthem for motivation and resilience. Its association with Rocky's training montages has made it synonymous with overcoming challenges and pushing one's limits. The song's enduring popularity is a testament to the film's impact on pop culture.Pop Culture Impact"Rocky III" is more than just a sports drama; it's a cultural phenomenon. Mr. T's portrayal of Clubber Lang introduced the world to a new kind of larger-than-life character, influencing portrayals of antagonists in sports films and beyond. The film's themes of facing fears, rebounding from failure, and reclaiming one's identity continue to inspire generations of moviegoers.The film also contributed to the rise of franchise filmmaking in Hollywood. Its box office success demonstrated the viability of sequels and helped pave the way for future instalments. The Rocky series has left an indelible mark on world cinema with its underdog story and relatable hero."Rocky III" is a testament to the enduring appeal of the Rocky franchise. With its compelling narrative, memorable performances, and iconic soundtrack, the film captures the essence of what makes the Rocky story so captivating. It's a tale of resilience, friendship, and the relentless pursuit of greatness.For fans of the series and newcomers alike, "Rocky III" offers a powerful reminder of why Rocky Balboa remains one of cinema's most beloved characters. So, grab your popcorn, cue up "Eye of the Tiger," and join us as we celebrate the legacy of "Rocky III" on this episode of Born to Watch.Tune in next week for another deep dive into the films that have shaped our lives and left a lasting impact on the world of cinema. Until then, keep watching, dreaming, and fighting for your own eye of the tiger.Please follow the Podcast and join our community at https://linktr.ee/borntowatchpodcast If you are looking to start a podcast and want a host or get guests to pipe in remotely, look no further than Riverside.fmClick the link below https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=matthew

Brent, Kate, and Nate slug their way through the 1985 American sports drama film Rocky IV starring: Sylvester Stallone as Robert "Rocky" BalboaTalia Shire as Adrian BalboaBurt Young as Paulie PenninoCarl Weathers as Apollo CreedBrigitte Nielsen as Ludmilla Vobet DragoDolph Lundgren as Captain Ivan DragoTony Burton as Tony "Duke" EversMichael Pataki as Nicolai KoloffRocky Krakoff as Rocky Balboa Jr.David Lloyd Austin as Mikhail GorbachevSylvia Meals as Mary Anne CreedGeorge Rogan as Sergei RimskyLeRoy Neiman as the ring announcer in the Creed-Drago match. Burgess Meredith appears as Mickey Goldmill in archive footage. Appearing as themselves are singer James Brown and commentators Stu Nahan, Warner Wolf, R. J. Adams, Barry Tompkins and Al Bandiero. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Greetings, fellow listeners. Doc's still gone, but Son's still here. Today, I myself spoke with a very special somebody who's played a major part in my fitness and well-being. He's the Cus D'Amato to my Mike Tyson, the Mickey Goldmill to my Rocky Balboa, the Mr. Miyagi to my Daniel LaRusso, and so many other mentor-protégé examples. I'm talking about our fourth official guest on the show: Louis Jerez, my personal fitness trainer of nearly 10 years. A prolong and sublime talk about Louis being my trainer for half my life, his job as a fitness trainer, his background, his sidelines, and how we've both made a difference in each other's lives. Also, a secret guest sits by and watches us in action (Chelsea Nealey, Louis' girlfriend (So nice of Louis to bring her along. My man got himself a fine one!)

After the ApocalypseA pandemic survival storySeason one, Episode Fifteen, “Not-So-Innocent” A sharp wind evaporated the sweat from Janet's arms. She felt a chill, like a passing ghost. Her heart settled from a hard drumbeat in her chest to a low rhythmic thump as she walked, recovering from her run. She felt cleaner now. Refreshed. The familiar ache of bone and muscle comforted her.She wiped her eyes with the sleeve of her shirt and looked ahead at the vehicle in the road. What was going on with this overheated camper van? It was an older, boxy model. The hood was propped open, and she could smell the metal of the overheated radiator. Janet could hear snippets of argument as she cautiously approached. It was hard to get all of it. The wind was gusting, creating white noise that washed out the voices, making them fade in and out like a bad phone connection. She approached the van on the opposite side from where the people were arguing. Better to stay unnoticed. Was this even something that she wanted to get involved with?  ...Episode Commentary Season One, Episode Fifteen – “Not so Innocent”Hello and welcome back my survivor friends. How are we all doing? How's the apocalypse treating you? What did you think of the episode? Frankly I struggled writing this one and my editing team helped A LOT! Thank you Duane! If anyone wants to help with writing or editing please feel free to reach out. I didn't want to just have action. The action turns into “he-said-she-said” type motion-without-meaning after a while.  And that get's boring. There are no stakes. Not snakes, stakes. You always have to ask and answer that question: what are the stakes here? On the flip side you don't want to bulk up with too much exposition and emotions – because that gets boring too. The key is to marry the exposition and stakes with the action. Have what the characters do and say make your points for you. Language is a powerful thing. Story telling is a basic, human, powerful thing. So – long story short (pun absolutely intended) I had to wrestle with that in this episode. I wanted to make sure that we were understanding the motivation of the characters and moving the broader narrative forward and even exploring some deeper themes. And, as it turns out, this is a common theme in apocalyptic literature – how does your current pre-apocalypse skill set translate into a post-apocalyptic world?  It's not just preppers and backwoodsmen who will do well. It's also the resilient, the fast, the smart and those willing to lead. And to show this we take individuals out of the real world and drop them int the apocalypse – in our case Janet the type-A lawyer and the old man, a disgraced doctor turned ultra-runner. That's the theme that I'm trying to play with. And that's what makes science fiction so much fun. Because you can create these mashups and play with them. What would a pre-school teacher do in an alien invasion? What would the ballet-teacher do in an alternate universe? I don't know but you could write that story. One of my favorite versions of this is when Rod Serling dropped a book loving bank teller into the apocalypse in episode 8 of the original Twighlight Zone titled “Time Enough at Last”. First aired in 1959 and based on a story by Lynn Venable. In this episode Henry Bemis played by Burgess Meredith,. loves books yet is surrounded by those who would prevent him from reading them. (You know Burgess Meredith as the original Penguin in the Batman TV series and as Rocky's crusty old coach Mickey in the Rocky movies.)The episode follows Bemis through a post-apocalyptic world, touching on such social issues as anti-intellectualism, the dangers of reliance upon technology, and the difference between solitude and loneliness. In the end he breaks his glasses so he can't read the books even though he's the last one alive. This was one of the most popular episodes of the original Twilight zone. Anyhow, that's an example of how you can make an episode compelling without much action at all. …Congratulations to all of you my surviving friends in the apocalypse. We are over 5,000 downloads strong now. Let's push it to a million! Tell some friends, keep it moving. Post the link to the show in your social. You my friends are our personal agents of chaos spreading the apocalypse love. I do need more of you to join the patreon page as members. I want to be able to keep the storygoing. And you can help me survive with your support. As Patreon Members you get full access to scripts and show notes. But I am going to sweeten the pot. If you go and join Patreon at any level I'm going to give you special, members only episodes. https://www.patreon.com/AftertheApocalypse?fan_landing=trueStarting with this one here from one of my other apocalypse universes. Insert clip here. So if you want to hear more of that, and get other shows I'm going to drop go join the patreon page so I can keep the show going. Thank you all very much and until next time…Keep Surviving! Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Johnny Cakes with all the Poda Bing sides! Had a lot of fun making this one. Hope you enjoy. Friendly ask: Poda Bing is a labor of love and has been since day 1. If you love the pod, your support matters and means a lot. Visit: glow.fm/podabing if you can. And thank you, as always, to everyone who has already supported this. Selected topics discussed/References made: Flashbacks, Bear Brook, Gadsen flags, Stewart Copeland, Igor Stravinsky, best musical trios, TLC, Nirvana, The Fugees, ZZ Top, Sam Ash, Jax Teller, Passaic Falls, Field of Dreams, Misery, Carol Hathaway, City Island, loft living, Mickey Goldmill, Louis v Marciano, Sicario, Rhiannon, The Strokes, Dave Chappelle, Mariah Carey, Benny Mardones, Olajuwon, Bridges of Madison County, Coolio, Sophie B. Hawkins, Fools Rush In, the triple lutz, Atul Gawande, Luke & Darth Vader, Gap Band, and more! About Alternate Thursdays: Alternate Thursdays is an audio-first media company in Los Angeles that creates hit podcasts with talent, brands, studios & our obsessions. Poda Bing is an Alternate Thursdays (@alternatethursdays) production created by Vik Singh (@vik.js) -Follow @podabing on Instagram for a pictorial and caption companion to the show. -If you'd like to participate in our Sopranos Trivia series, DM @podabing on Instagram -All archived episodes are available, for free, at https://podabing.show and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

On this episode, we discuss the forty-ninth Best Picture Winner: “ROCKY.”"Rocky" follows Rocky Balboa, a small-time boxer from working-class Philadelphia, who is arbitrarily chosen to take on the reigning world heavyweight champion, Apollo Creed, when the undefeated fighter's scheduled opponent is injured. While training with feisty former bantamweight contender Mickey Goldmill, Rocky tentatively begins a relationship with Adrian, the wallflower sister of his meat-packer pal Paulie. Directed by John G. Avildsen, the film stars Sylvester Stallone as Rocky Balboa, Talia Shire as Adrian, Burt Young as Paulie, Carl Weathers as Apollo Creed, and Burgess Meredith as Mickey.Here on The Envelope, we discuss & review every Best Picture Winner in the Academy Awards History. We are a Cinema Squad Production, presented on the Cinema Squad Podcast Channel. You can reach anyone here at TheCinemaSquad.com – Just go there to email us, check our bios, and keep up with the latest episode.

Stinking Pause – the movie review podcast with Scott, Liam and Paul Our 200th movie review – Rocky (1976) directed by John Alvidesen and starring Sylvester Stallone, Carl Weathers, Burt Young, Talia Shire and Burgess Meredith “You're gonna eat lightnin' and you're gonna crap thunder!” HIS WHOLE LIFE WAS A MILLION-TO-ONE SHOT. When world heavyweight boxing champion, Apollo Creed wants to give an unknown fighter a shot at the title as a publicity stunt, his handlers choose palooka Rocky Balboa, an uneducated collector for a Philadelphia loan shark. Rocky teams up with trainer Mickey Goldmill to make the most of this once in a lifetime break.

Welcome back, we have another fun episode for you all this week. First up we have an absolute idiot in Russia insulting adult comic book readers. Now, we must apologise for the response to this segment, we Nerds love our comics and really enjoy reading them. As fans we love the artwork, the complexity of the stories, the downright fun of it all, and the insane gadgets that end up becoming a reality. Although we are still waiting to see the Fantastic 4’s flying car. Now things get heated in this as you might expect, but wow, you will love this. Would you like to learn more?Next up we have Australian Dragons and their last surviving cousins living overseas. For all those people who have decided to live abroad after they finish university you aren’t the first. Oh no, not even close. You are a few thousand years behind these guys. Now as typical Aussies they like to relax over a nice steak; enjoy a bit of time in the sun, and when they get angry fighting like a legend. Just in case you are wondering who we are talking about it is the, yeah nah. You will need to listen in to find out.Do you wish you could go play certain games you had on an old phone but are having trouble finding it? Perhaps it is a game on a friend’s phone and no matter how hard you look you just never seem to know where they got it from. Well things are about to get worse, because Infinity Blade are no longer supporting some of their games. So, better check out what this means for that bundle of games you have in your library and read those acknowledged agreements and game licences. Are you freaking out? Well listen in to find out what is happening before it is too late.As usual we have the shout outs, remembrances, birthdays and special events of interest. We would like to say thank you to all the awesome fire fighters battling the numerous bush fires raging around Australia. For all those people who have lost homes, businesses, jobs and all those things that make a life we hope you are safe. As always, stay safe, look out for each other and stay hydrated.EPISODE NOTES:Russian Politician vs adult comic book reader - https://www.bleedingcool.com/2019/09/08/russian-minister-of-culture-vladimir-medinsky-calls-adult-comic-book-readers-morons/Komodo Dragons - https://www.insidescience.org/news/how-last-dragons-survived-extinctionApp Archiving- https://www.reddit.com/r/Games/comments/d1eys0/are_infinity_blade_games_no_longer_available_to/- https://support.apple.com/en-au/HT208436Games currently playingDJ- Warframe - https://store.steampowered.com/app/230410/Warframe/Professor– Space Run - https://store.steampowered.com/app/275670/Space_Run/Buck– The Orville Interactive Fan Experience - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1096200/The_Orville__Interactive_Fan_Experience/Other topics discussedDisney Vs Disney Debates (TNC Podcast)- https://thatsnotcanon.com/disneyvsdisneypodcastJames Oliver Rigney Jr. aka Robert Jordan (American author of epic fantasy. He is best known for the Wheel of Time series, which comprises 14 books and a prequel novel.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_JordanGeorge Raymond Richard Martin aka George R. R. Martin (American novelist and short story writer in the fantasy,horror, and science fiction genres, screenwriter, and television producer. He is best known for his series of epic fantasy novels, A Song of Ice and Fire, which was adapted into the HBO series Game of Thrones)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_R._R._MartinBerserk (Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kentaro Miura.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berserk_(manga)Ouran High Host Club (manga series by Bisco Hatori.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ouran_High_School_Host_ClubThe Phantom (American adventure comic strip, first published by Lee Falk in February 1936)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_PhantomWynonna Earp (weird West comic book miniseries created and owned by Beau Smith.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wynonna_EarpThe Boys (American comic book series, written by Garth Ennis and co-created, designed, and illustrated by Darick Robertson)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Boys_(comics)Hack/Slash (comic book series, launched from several one shots of the same name, published by Image Comics. The series was created by writer and sometime penciller Tim Seeley.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hack/SlashThe Punisher (fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PunisherJoker star Marc Maron blasts outraged Marvel fans- https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2478614/joker-star-marc-maron-blasts-outraged-marvel-fans-after-superhero-movie-backlashParthenogenesis (natural form of asexual reproduction in which growth and development of embryos occur without fertilization.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ParthenogenesisQUT joins top 200 universities worldwide- https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/queensland/qut-joins-global-elite-universities-in-new-rankings-20190911-p52qdd.htmlSwedish scientist suggests cannibalism as a solution to climate change- https://futurism.com/the-byte/scientist-cannibalism-climate-changeKomodo Dragons (also known as the Komodo monitor, is a species of lizard found in the Indonesian islands of Komodo, Rinca, Flores, and Gili Motang)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komodo_dragonCan cats live on a vegan diet- https://www.petmd.com/blogs/thedailyvet/lorieahuston/2014/june/vegan-diets-cats-31822What happens to feeding your pet a vegan diet- https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-04-07/can-your-pet-become-vegan/10969616Komodo Dragon facts- https://www.livescience.com/27402-komodo-dragons.htmlNintendo sues RomUniverse for copyright infringement- https://www.businessinsider.com.au/nintendo-sues-romuniverse-copyright-infringement-claims-2019-9?r=US&IR=THow to play iPod games on PC- https://itstillworks.com/play-ipod-games-pc-7715671.htmlFlappy Bird (mobile game developed by Vietnamese video game artist and programmer Dong Nguyen under his game development company dotGears.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flappy_BirdPrince of Persia (1989 fantasy cinematic platformer originally developed and published by Brøderbund and designed by Jordan Mechner for the Apple II.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_of_Persia_(1989_video_game)Accursed Farms (YouTube channel)- Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ6KZTTnkE-s2XFJJmoTAkw- Games as a service is a fraud - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUAX0gnZ3NwFallout 76 charging $7 for a fridge and people are not happy- https://www.gamesradar.com/fallout-76-players-arent-happy-about-being-charged-dollar7-for-a-fridge/Warframe market- https://warframe.fandom.com/wiki/MarketReplicator (In Star Trek a replicator is a machine that can create (and recycle) things.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Replicator_(Star_Trek)CBS kills Star Trek fan project- https://www.pcmag.com/news/364042/cbs-kills-star-trek-stage-9-fan-projectGirl gives birthday cake to Queensland Firefighters- https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/499154903701389312/621667655765721089/70147954_10157763711869669_3177814528142344192_n.pngBardot (Australian girl group which formed in 1999 on the Australian reality television series Popstars.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bardot_(Australian_band)The Nomad Soul (adventure game developed by Quantic Dream and published by Eidos Interactive.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Nomad_SoulDr Zhivago (novel by Boris Pasternak, first published in 1957 in Italy.)- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doctor_Zhivago_(novel)Indian lunar lander falls silent- https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/2019/09/india-chandrayaan-2-landing-attempt-moon-lunar-south-pole/You, Me, and a Poltergeist (TNC Podcast)- https://thatsnotcanon.com/ymaappodcastShoutouts8 Sept 1965 – The Monkees were born, a small ad in New York’s Daily Variety on this day attracted 437 young men interested in forming the world’s first "manufactured" boy band –The Monkees. It happened after young movie and TV director Bob Rafelson, looking for his big break, dreamt up a show about a struggling rock band. He ran a production company called Raybert with his business partner Bert Schneider, whose father was the head of Columbia Pictures. The TV division of Columbia agreed in 1965 to go ahead with the project. All that was then needed was a band – or, at least, “four insane boys” who could literally play the part. - https://www.onthisday.com/articles/hey-hey-were-the-monkees9 Sept 1999 – Sega Dreamcast was released in America, it was the first in the sixth generation of video game consoles, preceding Sony's PlayStation 2, Nintendo's GameCube and Microsoft's Xbox. The Dreamcast was Sega's final home console, marking the end of the company's 18 years in the console market. - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dreamcast9 Sept 1839 - English scientist and astronomer John Herschel takes 1st glass plate photograph, which still exists, and experimented with some colour reproduction, noting that rays of different parts of the spectrum tended to impart their own colour to a photographic paper. - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Herschel11 Sept 2019 - Tribute to the firefighters - https://10daily.com.au/news/australia/a190911uqndh/a-tribute-to-our-amazing-firies-in-10-incredible-photos-20190911Remembrances7 Sept 2019 - Robert Axelrod also credited as Axel Roberts and Myron Mensah, American actor. He was primarily known for his voice work, which included Digimon, Cowboy Bebop and Space Pirate Captain Harlock, having started voice acting for the English-language versions of anime in 1980; providing the voice of Lord Zedd, the main antagonist of the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers; and Finster, the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers monster maker. He also portrayed a Paul McCartney look-alike on the popular sitcom Family Matters, and later in his career appeared in several productions by comedy duo Tim & Eric. He died at the age of 70 in Los Angeles,California - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Axelrod_(actor)9 Sept 1976 - Mao Zedong, also known as Chairman Mao, was a Chinese communist revolutionary who became the founding father of the People's Republic of China (PRC), which he ruled as the Chairman of the Communist Party of China from its establishment in 1949 until his death in 1976. Idelogically a Marxist–Leninist, his theories, military strategies, and political policies are collectively known as Maoism. A controversial figure, Mao is regarded as one of the most important and influential individuals in modern world history. He is also known as a political intellect, theorist, military strategist, poet, and visionary. Supporters credit him with driving imperialism out of China, modernising the nation and building it into a world power, promoting the status of women, improving education and health care, as well as increasing life expectancy as China's population grew from around 550 million to over 900 million under his leadership. Conversely, his regime has been called autocratic and totalitarian, and condemned for bringing about mass repression and destroying religious and cultural artifacts and sites. It was additionally responsible for vast numbers of deaths with estimates ranging from 30 to 70 million victims through starvation, prison labour and mass executions. He died from a heart attack at the age of 82 in Beijing - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mao_Zedong9 Sept 1997 - Burgess Meredith, American actor, director, producer, and writer. Active for more than six decades, Meredith has been called "a virtuosic actor" and "one of the most accomplished actors of the century". A lifetime member of the Actors Studio by invitation, he won several Emmys, was the first male actor to win the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor twice, and was nominated for two Academy Awards. He established himself as a leading man in Hollywood with critically acclaimed performances as George Milton in Of Mice and Men, Ernie Pyle in The Story of G.I. Joe, and the narrator ofA Walk in the Sun. Meredith was known later in his career for his appearances on The Twilight Zone and for portraying arch-villain The Penguin on the 1960s TV series Batman and boxing trainer Mickey Goldmill in the Rocky film series. For his performances in The Day of the Locust and Rocky, he received nominations for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. He later starred in the comedy Foul Play and the fantasy film Clash of the Titans. He narrated numerous films and documentaries during his long career, including Twilight Zone: The Movie. He died from complications of Alzheimer's disease and melanoma at the age of 89 in Malibu, California - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burgess_MeredithFamous Birthdays9 Sept 1828 - Count Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy, usually referred to in English as Leo Tolstoy, was a Russian writer who is regarded as one of the greatest authors of all time. He received multiple nominations for Nobel Prize in Literature every year from 1902 to 1906, and nominations for Nobel Peace Prize in 1901, 1902 and 1910, and his miss of the prize is a major Nobel prize controversy. he is best known for the novels War and Peace and Anna Karenina, often cited as pinnacles of realist fiction. He first achieved literary acclaim in his twenties with his semi-autobiographical trilogy, Childhood, Boyhood, and Youth, and Sevastopol Sketches, based upon his experiences in the Crimean War. Tolstoy's fiction includes dozens of short stories and several novellas such as The Death of Ivan Ilyich, Family Happiness, and Hadji Murad. He also wrote plays and numerous philosophical essays. In the 1870s Tolstoy experienced a profound moral crisis, followed by what he regarded as an equally profound spiritual awakening, as outlined in his non-fiction work A Confession. His literal interpretation of the ethical teachings of Jesus, centering on the Sermon on the Mount, caused him to become a fervent Christian anarchist and pacifist. Tolstoy's ideas on nonviolent resistance, expressed in such works as The Kingdom of God Is Within You, were to have a profound impact on such pivotal 20th-century figures as Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. Tolstoy also became a dedicated advocate of Georgism, the economic philosophy of Henry George, which he incorporated into his writing, particularly Resurrection. He was born in Yasnaya Polyana, Tula Governorate - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leo_Tolstoy9 Sept 1890 - Colonel Harland David Sanders, American businessman, best known for founding fast food chicken restaurant chain Kentucky Fried Chicken (also known as KFC) and later acting as the company's brand ambassador and symbol. His name and image are still symbols of the company. The title 'colonel' was honorary – a Kentucky Colonel – not the military rank. Sanders held a number of jobs in his early life, such as steam engine stoker, insurance salesman and filling station operator. He began selling fried chicken from his roadside restaurant inNorth Corbin, Kentucky, during the Great Depression. During that time Sanders developed his "secret recipe" and his patented method of cooking chicken in a pressure fryer. Sanders recognized the potential of the restaurant franchising concept, and the first KFC franchise opened in South Salt Lake, Utah in 1952. When his original restaurant closed, he devoted himself full-time to franchising his fried chicken throughout the country. The company's rapid expansion across the United States and overseas became overwhelming for Sanders. In 1964, then 73 years old, he sold the company to a group of investors led by John Y. Brown Jr. and Jack C. Massey for $2 million ($16.2 million today). However, he retained control of operations in Canada, and he became a salaried brand ambassador for Kentucky Fried Chicken. He was born in Henryville, Indiana - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colonel_Sanders9 Sept 1953 - Janet Fielding, Australian actress, known for her role in the BBC science fiction television series Doctor Who as companion of the Fourth Doctor, and later of the Fifth Doctor,Tegan Jovanka. She made a guest appearance on Jim'll Fix It in a Doctor Who-related sketch alongside Colin Baker'sDoctor in 1985 (A Fix with Sontarans). She played Mel during Sylvester McCoy's audition for the part of the Seventh Doctor. She was born in Brisbane, Queensland - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janet_FieldingEvents of Interest9 Sept 1983 - Vitas Gerulaitis bets his house that Martina Navratilova can't beat 100th ranked male tennis player- https://www.onthisday.com/people/martina-navratilova- http://www.mertovstennisdesk.com/2013/10/14/the-most-famous-100-player-in-atp-history/9 Sept 2012 – The Indian space agency puts into orbit its heaviest foreign satellite yet, in a streak of 21 consecutive successful PSLV launches. The satellite known as SPOT 6 along with SPOT 7 form a constellation of Earth-imaging satellites designed to provide continuity of high-resolution, wide-swath data up to 2024. - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SPOT_(satellite)#SPOT_6_and_SPOT_711 Sept 1940 - The American Mathematical Society met at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, a few hundred miles north of the building of Bell Labs in New York, where was the Complex Number Computer. George Stibitz arranged to have the computer connected by telephone lines (28-wire teletype cable) to a teletype unit installed there. The Complex Number Computer worked well, and there is no doubt it impressed those who used it. The meeting was attended by many of America's most prominent mathematicians, as well as individuals who later led important computing projects. The Dartmouth demonstration foreshadowed the modern era of remote computing, but remote access of this type was not repeated for another ten years. - https://history-computer.com/ModernComputer/Relays/Stibitz.htmlIntroArtist – Goblins from MarsSong Title – Super Mario - Overworld Theme (GFM Trap Remix)Song Link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GNMe6kF0j0&index=4&list=PLHmTsVREU3Ar1AJWkimkl6Pux3R5PB-QJFollow us onFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/NerdsAmalgamated/Twitter - https://twitter.com/NAmalgamatedSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6Nux69rftdBeeEXwD8GXrSiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/top-shelf-nerds/id1347661094RSS - http://www.thatsnotcanonproductions.com/topshelfnerdspodcast?format=rssGeneral EnquiriesEmail - Nerds.Amalgamated@gmail.com

Dustin's pick this week is the 1976 Mega Hit Rocky! Rocky is a 1976 American sports drama film directed by John G. Avildsen, written by and starring Sylvester Stallone.[3] It tells the rags to riches American Dream story of Rocky Balboa, an uneducated but kind-hearted working class Italian-American boxer working as a debt collector for a loan shark in the slums of Philadelphia. Rocky, a small-time club fighter, gets a shot at the world heavyweight championship. The film also stars Talia Shire as Adrian, Burt Young as Adrian's brother Paulie, Burgess Meredith as Rocky's trainer Mickey Goldmill, and Carl Weathers as the champion, Apollo Creed. It inspired the 'Let's Build Esker Boxing Club' clubhouse building campaign by Irish boxing Club, Esker ABC several years later. https://www.facebook.com/groups/300274190580137/ @moviesagainst on twitter Leave us a suggestion for the next movie to review. Drop a 5 star review on Itunes if your a friend of the show!

Well, folks, it’s that time of year.  Lovers are strolling arm-in-arm through Central Park.  Cupid is lounging atop a cloud, his quiver well-stocked.   Godiva is ramping up their chocolate production and tightening their credit card security policies.  Roses are being sold in tents in the parking lots of grocery stores.  Edible chalk hearts are being exchanged.  But most telling of all, it’s time for Whatcha Gonna Do: The Hulk Hogan Movie Podcast’s annual Valentine’s Day episode – this year released 6 days after Valentine’s Day.   In this episode, we’ll be exploring perhaps the most romantic scenes from the original No Holds Barred script, written by Dennis Hackin.  We've got everything you’d want – a brutal fight, a weight lifting session, an inexplicable corporate meeting, and of course the main event: the long-awaited romance between professional wrestler Ripper and a woman he’s worked with on a diaper commercial.  You’ll laugh. You’ll cry.  You’ll fashion a weapon out of a length of steel pipe.  And most importantly, you’ll see love in its truest form.  Just make sure your bed won’t break. And as always, we cover a wide range of other romantic topics, including the Mapplethorpe exhibit, automobile safety, enemas, haunted forests, George Jones, backhand strikes, incest, Mickey Goldmill, McGyver, Chris Vaughn, Zach Randolph, Matrix spoilers, undershirts, Holiday Inn, and toxic shock syndrome.  Don’t miss it.   Follow us on Twitter @WGDPod Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/WGDPod Email us at WGDPod@gmail.com Check out our Instagram page at instagram.com/WGDPod Theme music:  “Find My Way” by Magnolia Brown Follow Magnolia Brown on Facebook (facebook.com/MagnoliaBrownJams) and Reverb Nation (ReverbNation.com/MagnoliaBrownJams)

The Get Around Guys are back at it again as Brendan, Brett and James come at you with an extended episode. The Record-Eagle trio sat down with Traverse City Central Athletic Director Mark Mattson for a chat about pasties, the responsibilities of being an AD and some big news about lacrosse. (42:59) There are also big discussions about: — the guys' prized memorabilia, including a signed Fergie Jenkins card, Packers ticket stubs and infield dirt (3:43) — the three Traverse City girls golf teams (West, Central and St. Francis) making it to the state finals (16:48) — the Gladiators' boys tennis team and its shot at a state championship (21:22) — the prep football teams on the playoff bubble including Central, Grayling, Joburg, Mesick and Suttons Bay (24:55) — the no-brainer induction of Grayling's Justin Nicholas into the Get Around Hall of Fame as our Athlete of the Week (32:25) — the giant battle of the unbeatens as 8-0 St. Francis takes on 8-0 Boyne City (36:06) — West's pursuit of perfection as the Titans take on a 5-3 Coldwater team looking to make the playoffs (37:37) — the Best Coaches of TV and film in the Trifecta with appearances by Mickey Goldmill, Norman Dale and Jimmy Dugan (1:20:00)

The aftermath of our artistic endeavours have caught up with us and so we find ourselves, very much, in Limbo. With Heaven above us, Hell below us and no one but Mickey Goldmill to keep us company, this week we tackle with the meaning of life.

There are a lot of villains in the Rocky movies. But the two worst people in the series can be found in Rocky's corner. Join us as we explore two of the worst men a boxer could ever have in his corner, Paulie Pennino and Mickey Goldmill. facebook.com/wgdpod