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Welcome to the DMF, I'm Justin Younts, and today I'm diving deep into the chaotic world of film production. Have you ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes when casting a movie? Well, let me tell you, it can be a wild ride! From the moment we decided to shoot in Vancouver instead of Los Angeles, we were in for a whirlwind of challenges. The decision was made not because it was the best choice for the film, but rather to make a statement against the union. Spoiler alert: it backfired spectacularly!As we navigated through the casting process, we faced a series of ludicrous decisions that left us scratching our heads. Why did we choose Dennis Miller over Danny Baldwin? What was the reasoning behind casting Angie Everhart just because she was Stallone's girlfriend? These choices not only impacted the film's quality but also created a tense atmosphere on set. I'll share the behind-the-scenes drama, the struggles with character development, and the unexpected twists that made this project a true test of our professionalism. If you're an aspiring filmmaker or just curious about the film industry, you won't want to miss these insights. Join me as I reveal the secrets to avoiding casting catastrophes and how to navigate the tricky waters of film production. Trust me, you'll learn a lot from our mistakes! So grab your popcorn and let's dive into the chaos together!00:00:00 - Introduction00:00:07 - The Problems with Rewriting the Script00:01:01 - The Decision to Shoot in Vancouver00:01:58 - The Challenges of Shooting in Vancouver00:04:33 - The Decision to Hire Dennis Miller00:06:48 - The Problems with Hiring Erica00:11:23 - The Decision to Hire Angie Everhart00:12:30 - ConclusionCheck out his other podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-how-not-to-make-a-movie-podcast/id1616014436

This week's VHS Strikes Back pick comes from Patreon supporter Timothy, and he's chosen Out for Justice from 1991. By this point, Steven Seagal had already punched and wrist-locked his way into Hollywood as the latest in a long line of action stars. Out for Justice was his fourth movie in just a few years, with Warner Bros. doubling down on his image as a ponytailed, tough-talking enforcer. Unlike the big, explosive blockbusters of Stallone or Schwarzenegger, Seagal's films leaned on a supposed “authentic” martial arts style — though whether that really translated to convincing screen action is up for debate.The film was directed by John Flynn, a respected filmmaker who had delivered solid crime thrillers like The Outfit and Best Seller. Flynn brought a gritty, street-level feel to the project, shooting largely on location in Brooklyn. Behind the scenes, however, reports suggest the production wasn't the easiest, with Seagal throwing his weight around and shaping both the story and the fight scenes to suit his ego. Despite mixed reviews, Out for Justice still turned a tidy profit at the box office — proof that in the early '90s, audiences were still willing to buy what Seagal was selling, even if the moves looked more like clumsy shoves than martial arts mastery.If you enjoy the show we have a Patreon, so become a supporter ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠.Referral links also help out the show if you were going to sign up:⁠⁠⁠NordVPN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NordPass⁠⁠⁠Trailer Guy Plot SummaryBrooklyn, 1991. The streets are mean, the accents are thick, and justice… wears a ponytail. Steven Seagal is Gino Felino, a cop with a badge, a bad attitude, and a fighting style that looks suspiciously like pushing people through windows.When crime takes over his neighborhood, one man will grunt, squint, and wrist-lock his way to vengeance. He's not fast, he's not flashy… but he's got a leather jacket, and apparently that's enough. Steven Seagal is… Out for Justice.Fun FactsOut for Justice was Steven Seagal's fourth starring role, following Above the Law (1988), Hard to Kill (1990), and Marked for Death (1990).The film was directed by John Flynn, who also made Lock Up (1989) with Sylvester Stallone.Seagal's character, Gino Felino, was originally written with a more serious tone, but many critics felt Seagal's wooden delivery undercut the drama.The movie was shot in Brooklyn, New York, and made heavy use of authentic neighborhood locations.William Forsythe plays the villain Richie, and he reportedly gained weight for the role to emphasize his character's sleaziness.Despite being marketed as a martial arts showcase, Seagal uses very little traditional martial arts in Out for Justice — relying instead on Aikido wrist locks and throws.The film's tagline was: “He's a cop. It's a dirty job… but somebody's got to take out the garbage.”Critics often describe Out for Justice as one of Seagal's “grittier” early films, though many also call it one of his most unintentionally funny.The film opened at number one at the U.S. box office, grossing over $10 million in its opening weekend.Out for Justice has become something of a cult favorite for fans of “so-bad-it's-good” action cinema, especially among Steven Seagal skeptics.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevhsstrikesback@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/vhsstrikesback⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes rev up their trucks and get ready to arm wrestle with "Over the Top" (1987), Sylvester Stallone's unlikely mix of father-son drama and competitive arm wrestling.Both Mike Butler and Mike Field enjoy this one, even as they acknowledge the gaping plot holes and occasionally absurd storytelling. They break down why the father/son dynamic between Stallone's character and his son actually works, how the arm wrestling sequences mostly deliver, and why the film's tone somehow balances sincere melodrama with over-the-top (see what we did there?) sports action.And, Field makes the case for Bull Hurley; the massive arm wrestling rival, as one of the great, underrated 80s villains.So grab your trucker hat, turn it backward, and join us as we talk about a movie that's as heartfelt as it is ridiculous.What's your favorite '80s Stallone Movie (Not Rocky or Rambo)? Let us know in the comments below!

Hey buddy, let's listen to a podcast! This week it's all about buddy cop movies in Renegades (21:00) and Tango & Cash (47:38). We talk Stallone, Kurt Russell, Kiefer Sutherland and Lou Diamond Phillips, some insane stunts and even more insane sex scenes, and more importantly: BOOT GUNS

In this episode of the Man of War Podcast, We sit down with Frank Stallone for a raw and powerful conversation about what it really means to survive in a world built on illusion. Frank shares the truth about growing up under the weight of the Stallone name, what it felt like to be pushed aside in the industry, and how betrayal shaped his view of loyalty and legacy. This is not a Hollywood story. It's a lesson in grit, manhood, and standing firm in your values when everyone around you folds. We talk about what it takes to stay grounded, why so many men lose themselves chasing recognition, and how to build something real that lasts. If you're a man navigating adversity, dealing with identity, or fighting to carve your own path, this conversation will hit home.

The fight in Vietnam isn't over. We still have to fight the spread of communism! We still have soliders in Nam! POW's that haven't given up hope on America! We have the right man for this job! Rambo is back in the jungle! As the good white Christian God ordered! Hopefully there isn't any Russians or some pencil pusher there to stop him! 3BlackGeeks will proudly talk about this war hero and why America is the best! …what do you mean this movie is 80's US Propaganda? Pfft! Someone hates Freedom is what I hear!

Fan favorite Garrett Smith returns to the podcast to talk about Sylvester Stallone, Sung Kang, and Jason Momoa in Walter Hill's Bullet to the Head! After talking about "hard" Stallone vs. "soft" Stallone, Garrett lends some much-needed Walter Hill-related context. We try to make sense of the tone of this movie and what it's trying to do, before asking: is Bullet to the Head funny? Is it racist? Is it the racism that's supposed to be funny? Is it actually anti-racist? We explore the not very New Orleans vibes, the near-total lack of surprise in plot and reveals, and whether or not masquerade parties actually look like this. Joe revives a long-dormant 2F2F question. Email us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠family@cageclub.me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/2fast2forever⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Show your support at the 2 Fast 2 Forever shop⁠⁠⁠⁠!Extra special shout-out to Alex Elonen, Brian Rodriguez (High School Slumber Party), Michael McGahon, Lane Middleton, Jason Rainey, Wes Hampton, Josh Buckley (Whole Lotta Wolves), Michael Moser, Christian Larson, Terra New One, Aaron Woloszyn, and Randy Carter for joining at the “Interpol's Most Wanted” level or above!Intro music by Nico Vasilo. Interlude and outro music by Wes Hampton.

1985 was the year Sylvester Stallone went from Hollywood heavyweight to undisputed box office king. With Rocky IV on one side and Rambo: First Blood Part II on the other, he wasn't just riding the wave of 80s action; he was the wave. And while First Blood had been a surprisingly thoughtful thriller about trauma, alienation, and a veteran's struggle to reintegrate into society, its sequel shed all subtlety like a spent shell casing. What we got instead was a high-octane, Reagan-era fever dream of exploding arrows, shirtless jungle warfare, and a hero who could take down entire armies with little more than a knife, a bow, and a steely stare. Strap into your parachutr and prepare for our Rambo: First Blood Part II ReviewOn this week's Born to Watch, the boys dive into Stallone's red-bandanaed return to Vietnam. Whitey sets the scene: this isn't just a movie, it's the beginning of the "one-man war" subgenre that would dominate until Die Hard flipped the script in 1988. Damo admits he's barely watched it compared to the rest of the team, just four times, making him the weakest link in the Rambo chain, while Dan fondly recalls a childhood of VHS replays and backyard re-enactments, complete with shirtless flexing and imaginary M-60s.The episode kicks off with laughs about the film's working title, "Second Blood," which the team insists is far better than what we ended up with. From there, the conversation barrels through the film's unforgettable trailer, essentially a three-minute version of the movie that gives away every major set piece. But then again, in 1985, you weren't dissecting trailers on YouTube; you were catching glimpses of them before Back to the Future or in the lobby of Hoyts.As always, Colonel Trautman gets his share of love. Richard Crenna's grizzled commander was the heart of First Blood, but here the boys agree he's been badly sidelined, emasculated by slimy bureaucrats and robbed of his best lines. Whitey argues that Stallone intentionally clipped Trautman's wings to keep the spotlight on himself, before realising by Rambo III that the series needed more Crenna.Villains are in no short supply: Charles Napier's Murdoch oozes bureaucratic slime, Steven Berkoff delivers Cold War menace as a sneering Russian general (forehead mole and all), and Martin Kove, fresh off The Karate Kid, simmers in the background as a mercenary who doesn't get nearly enough to do. And then there's Julia Nickson as Co, whose accent is so gloriously bad it's become immortal. Her "What mean expendable?" line sends the boys into hysterics, though they're quick to admit she's stunning on screen and essential to Rambo's fleeting attempt at love.The set pieces get the full treatment too: Rambo parachuting into the jungle, the bamboo cage of leeches, the patrol boat ambush, and the climactic showdown with a hulking Russian gunship that feels like the final boss in a video game. Logic rarely applies, Rambo seems oddly immune to electrocution and, at one point, appears in what the boys can only describe as a "ceremonial Vietnamese G-string", but that's half the fun. Unlike Cobra, which the podcast tore apart in a recent episode, First Blood Part II manages to be outrageous without ever becoming dull.The team also dives into the film's legacy. Box office juggernaut? Absolutely, $300 million worldwide on a $44 million budget. Awards darling? Not quite. While it picked up an Oscar nomination for sound editing, it swept the Razzies, winning for Worst Picture, Worst Actor, and even Worst Original Song. That song, Peace in Our Life, penned by Frank Stallone, gets roasted at length—described as "mesmerisingly bad" and “patriotic cheese that makes Bon Jovi sound poetic.”But for all its flaws, there's an undeniable joy in watching Rambo: First Blood Part II. Whitey compares it to the Avengers: Endgame of 1985, pure crowd-pleasing cinema where audiences would've cheered out loud when Rambo vaporised a guard with an explosive arrow. The film may be ridiculous, but it's never boring.As always, there are detours into Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (unanimously despised), A View to a Kill (fondly remembered for Roger Moore inventing snowboarding to the Beach Boys), and Corey Haim's werewolf flick Silver Bullet. There's also a spirited listener voicemail from loyal fan Chupperz, who demands a proper definition of "cameo" for Film School for FW, and a reminder that even when the team is tearing something apart, it's always done with affection.By the time they hit The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly, the verdict is clear: Stallone's hair deserves its own credit, Trautman deserves better, and Rambo: First Blood Part II is the kind of dumb, overblown, endlessly rewatchable 80s action that Born to Watch was made for.So if you love muscle-bound mayhem, Cold War villains, or just want to hear a bunch of Aussie legends laugh, argue, and celebrate a truly explosive piece of cinema history, this is the episode for you.JOIN THE CONVERSATIONIs Rambo: First Blood Part II a misunderstood classic or just overblown propaganda? Would you rather ride shotgun in the gunship or sneak through the jungle with the bow and arrow? Does this sequel outshine First Blood, or did Stallone lose something when subtlety gave way to spectacle? Drop us a voicemail at https://www.borntowatch.com.au and be part of the show!Listen to the full episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your pods.#Rambo #FirstBloodPartII #SylvesterStallone #80sAction #CultClassic #MoviePodcast #BornToWatch #FilmReview #ActionMovies #RetroCinema

This week on Radio Labyrinth, we're celebrating a little recognition—we made the list! That's right, we're officially #57 on Million Podcast's list of the 100 Best TV Show Podcasts! Big thanks to everyone who listens, watches, shares, and supports the show. We're also digging into the endgame for The Boys as filming wraps for the final season. What does that mean for the future of Vought, Butcher, and the Supes? We break down where things left off for both The Boys and Gen V — including Butcher's virus, Starlight on the run, and Homelander embracing full dictator mode. PLUS:

Today's Headlines: Trump turned what should've been a straightforward Kennedy Center honoree reveal — shoutout to Sylvester Stallone, Gloria Gaynor, KISS, and Michael Crawford — into another marathon rant. He floated extending National Guard deployments in DC, promised to clear homeless encampments without saying where people will go, and unveiled a pricey 600-troop “Domestic Civil Disturbance Quick Reaction Force” for nationwide protest crackdowns. Down in Texas, Republicans rammed through a gerrymandered congressional map after Trump demanded a special session, while Democrats are still hiding out of state. On the foreign front, Trump is gearing up for his Putin meet-and-greet at an Anchorage military base, warning of “severe consequences” if there's no Ukraine ceasefire. Norway is blaming Russian hackers for sabotaging a dam in April. Trump also nominated former Fox News face Tammy Bruce as deputy ambassador to the UN — even though both the deputy and main gig are currently empty. Oh, and Mexico just extradited 26 alleged cartel bosses after Trump's tariff threats, with the DOJ promising no death penalties. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: Trump names Stallone and Kiss for Kennedy Center Honors and says he'll host the awards show NBC News: Trump says he will seek 'long-term extension' of Washington police takeover Axios: "Unheard of and ominous": Trump's D.C. homelessness crackdown perplexes advocates WaPo: Pentagon plan would create National Guard ‘reaction force' for civil unrest Texas Tribune: Texas Senate approves new congressional lines as House Democrats remain out of state WSJ: Trump Agrees on Ukraine Red Lines With Europe Before Putin Summit AP News: Norwegian police say pro-Russian hackers were likely behind suspected sabotage at a dam CBS News: Trump nominates Tammy Bruce as deputy representative to the U.N. Axios: Mexico extradites 26 suspected top cartel leaders to U.S.  Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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* Below the Mendoza Line* Tommy the HIV+ Rocky boxer * Stallone's Bergman period* Does Tom Friedman still have a job? And if so, why?* The hundreds of forgotten anti-Bush books * An especially bad Munich analogy* NATO, NATO, NATO* Purely defensive? Well…* Perhaps it made sense at the time…* The Olympic graveyard* A test for the post-war European left* Won't somebody just *do something* * In praise of Florent Ahmed Groberg* The politics of DC crime * A city of Haley Barbours* Writing shirtlessly: A fantastically awful AP article on DC * Some notes on Ken Burns This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.wethefifth.com/subscribe

Democrats who fled Texas to block the GOP's redistricting effort plot their exit strategy. Trump says his administration looking at reclassifying marijuana. Trump names Stallone and Kiss for Kennedy Center Honors and says he'll host the awards show. Texas redistricting fight. Tropical Storm Erin expected to become a major hurricane. The rise of Democratic Socialism. Consumer Price Index. 

It's no good blaming "our greatest ally." See JLP's prior Azz (RIP) & Enoch interviews! Men's History continues. BQ: Facts vs Truth!Enoch, Azz, & JLP, Jan 2018 Azz & JLP, Nov 2019 https://odysee.com/@Azzmador:d/jesseleepetersontkrinterview:bThe Hake Report, Thursday, August 14, 2025 ADTIMESTAMPS* (0:00:00) Start* (0:03:28) Disclaimer, AJ* (0:09:14) Hey, guys! I Disavow tee* (0:10:49) HADEN, TX: Libs namecalling; MTG calling out J's, waking up?* (0:22:26) HADEN: Eric Orwoll, Return to the Land, Missouri bipartisans* (0:27:44) HADEN: Helping blacks* (0:29:56) DANIEL, TX: Israel drama; Mike Enoch, Azzmador JLP interviews* (0:37:01) DANIEL: Blaming a group? … Where money should go … Ego trip* (0:47:04) DANIEL: Azz, Enoch, JLP* (0:52:08) Coffee: NordicPagan: MHM Mark, around the world* (0:53:24) Coffee: Based on Trump vs Karen Bass post-fire permits* (0:56:46) Coffee: Women and children first? Debunked! Titanic moral* (0:59:08) Coffee: Cesar, Godfather quotes* (1:00:31) Popcorn: Trump: DC police do whatever the H— they want!* (1:06:34) STEVE'N not there!* (1:07:04) WILLIAM III: Israel… Chad O. Jackson, Marv Levy, Jim Otto, Thomas Sowell* (1:13:13) WILLIAM III: Deaths in DC* (1:15:03) EDWIN, CA, 1st: Stallone, Tim Allen, Al Bundy (Edward Leonard O'Neill)* (1:19:10) EDWIN: the word "genocide" doesn't make sense* (1:21:19) WILLIAM 7, CA: boomer, Gen X; BQ: Facts vs Truth* (1:26:48) WILLIAM 7: Bigg Bump, Jesus, the Spirit of Truth* (1:31:38) MAZE, OH: Tryna prove u black. Facts. DC crime? Epstein? Trump? Picnic? Don't hate Obama!* (1:41:25) DAVID, TX: World population calculator. Million, Billion, Trillion. 2pac* (1:46:34) DAVID: Wallie Amos Criswell* (1:50:22) Super: Rumble: Greatest Ally? Christian-friendly Israel?BLOG https://www.thehakereport.com/blog/2025/8/14/the-hake-report-thu-8-14-25PODCAST / Substack HAKE NEWS from JLP https://www.thehakereport.com/jlp-news/2025/8/14/jlp-thu-8-14-25–Hake is live M-F 9-11a PT (11-1CT/12-2ET) Call-in 1-888-775-3773 https://www.thehakereport.com/showVIDEO: YT - Rumble* - Pilled - FB - X - BitChute (Live) - Odysee*PODCAST: Substack - Apple - Spotify - Castbox - Podcast Addict*SUPER CHAT https://buymeacoffee.com/thehakereportSHOP - Printify (new!) - Cameo | All My LinksJLP Network: JLP - Church - TFS - Nick - PunchieThe views expressed on this show do not represent BOND, Jesse Lee Peterson, the Network, this Host, or this platform. No endorsement or opposition implied!The show is for general information and entertainment, and everything should be taken with a grain of salt! Get full access to HAKE at thehakereport.substack.com/subscribe

Couch Potato Theater: Cobra (1986) - 1980's Cannon Films Retrospective Watch: Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel Link:  https://www.youtube.com/@FandomPodcastNetwork   Listen: Couch Potato Theater Audio Podcast Link: https://fpnet.podbean.com/category/couch-potato-theater Welcome to Couch Potato Theater, where we celebrate our favorite movies on the Fandom Podcast Network! This year we're celebrating 1980's Cannon action films with a retrospective on how important these movies were to our fandom then, and the nostalgic grasp they still have on us today. On this episode we discuss Sylvester Stallone as Lt. Marion "Cobra" Cobretti in the Cult Classic movie, Cobra (1986).  Cobra is a 1986 American action film directed by George P. Cosmatos and written by Sylvester Stallone, who stars in the titular role. The film, loosely based on the 1974 novel A Running Duck by Paula Gosling (later published as Fair Game and filmed under that title in 1995), co-stars Reni Santoni, Brigitte Nielsen and Andrew Robinson. The script was largely inspired by Stallone's original script for Beverly Hills Cop (1984). Cobra was released to generally negative reviews with criticism on its excessive violence and overuse of genre tropes, but it was a box office success and also has since been considered as a cult classic. Plot Synopsis: Criticized for his brutal and unconventional ways, hard-as-nails Lieutenant Cobra is the tip of the spear of LAPD's elite Zombie Squad. But crime runs rampant in the city. As a string of seemingly unconnected assaults on civilians drags the hardened officer into a violent war with the psychopaths of The New World, an underground cult aiming to weed out the weak, Cobra must escort key witness Ingrid to a safe house. However, the Night Slasher and the movement's delusional killers will stop at nothing to track her down. Now, there is no turning back--only one man stands in the way of the disease. Cobra is the cure! We will also discuss the films 1980's Cannon Films Famous Producers, Menahem Golan and Yoram Globus. We also mention the documentaries about them, Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films (2014), and The Go-Go Boys: The Inside Story of Cannon Films (2014). Fandom Podcast Network Contact Information - - Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/FandomPodcastNetwork - Master feed for all FPNet Audio Podcasts: http://fpnet.podbean.com/ - Couch Potato Theater Audio Podcast Master Feed: https://fpnet.podbean.com/category/couch-potato-theater - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fandompodcastnetwork - Email: fandompodcastnetwork@gmail.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fandompodcastnetwork/ - X: @fanpodnetwork / https://twitter.com/fanpodnetwork -Bluesky: @fanpodnetwork / https://bsky.app/profile/fanpodnetwork.bsky.social Host & Guest Contact Info: - Kevin Reitzel on X, Instagram, Threads, Discord & Letterboxd: @spartan_phoenix / Bluesky: @spartanphoenix - Kyle Wagner on X: @AKyleW / Instagram & Threads: @Akylefandom / @akyleW on Discord / @Ksport16: Letterboxd / Bluesky: @akylew - Lacee Aderhold on Letterboxd & Discord: @LaceePants #CouchPotatoTheater #CPT #FandomPodcastNetwork #FPNet #FPN #CannonFilms #80sCannonFilms #Cobra #Cobra1986 #CobraMovie #GeorgePCosmatos #SylvesterStallone #MarionCobretti #BrigitteNielsen #ReniSantoni #AndrewRobinson #BrianThompson #NightSlasher #MenahemGolan #YoramGlobus #80sActionMovies #1986Movies #CultClassic #Paula Gosling #ARunningDuck #FairGame #KevinReitzel #KyleWagner #LaceeAderhold

AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on this year's Kennedy Center Honors -- and President Trump role in the annual event.

Could Ryan Reynolds be confirming that Deadpool will join the Avengers in Avengers: Doomsday? Kristian Harloff, Roxy Striar, and Mike Kalinowski break down the buzz around Reynolds teasing Deadpool in Avengers, possible team-up with Wolverine, and how this could set the stage for Avengers Secret Wars. We also dive into a huge week in movie news: Greta Gerwig's The Chronicles of Narnia movie has officially begun filming — we discuss the cast, filming location, and how Gerwig's unique style could reshape this fantasy franchise. Shrek 5 delayed until June 2027 — what this means for DreamWorks' animated slate, the voice cast return, and the long gap between Shrek films. Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen talk about their Star Wars future — could Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker return for more Disney+ series or big-screen appearances? Noah Centineo eyed to play a young John Rambo — we explore how this potential prequel could work, Stallone's possible involvement, and whether fans even want it. It's all here in today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show — packed with MCU news, Deadpool speculation, and the biggest updates in movies and TV. #Deadpool #AvengersDoomsday #MCU #AvengersSecretWars #MarvelNews #Shrek5 #Narnia #StarWars #JohnRambo #TheKristianHarloffShow SPONSORS: CAR GURUS: Buy or sell your next car today with Car Gurus at https://www.cargurus.com to make sure your big deal is the best deal! CASH-APP: For a limited time only, new Cash App customers can use our exclusive code to earn some additional cash. For real. Just download Cash App, use our exclusive referral code KRISTIAN in your profile, send $5 to a friend within 14 days, and you'll get $10 dropped right into your account. Terms apply. That's Money. That's Cash App. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Instant Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit https://www.cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Instant Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit https://www.cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures

The boys are back and this time they explore the genre of Thrillers with some fun trivia and review for the latest film from Zach Creggler Weapons.. also they cast someone besides Stallone to play Rambo?

Join us for an action-packed episode of It's a Long Road, where we dive into the gritty world of Rambo (aka John Rambo), the fourth film in the iconic Rambo series! We're joined by superfan Matt, who's unearthed exclusive behind-the-scenes details and trivia that'll blow your mind. From intense action scenes to Stallone's stunts, this episode is a must-watch for Rambo fans! Subscribe for more Rambo and Stallone content, and let us know your favorite Rambo moment in the comments!Check out Matt's podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@studioredban...Get ready for a deep dive into Rambo (2008) with exclusive insights, trivia, and untold stories about Sylvester Stallone's legendary action hero. Our guest Matt shares his passion for the franchise, behind-the-scenes secrets, and details about the original script that never made it to the screen. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the series, this episode offers something for everyone!0:31 - Welcome to It's a Long Road and introducing Rambo (John Rambo)0:48 - Meet Matt, a longtime Stallone fan and Rambo expert1:55 - How Matt unearths rare Rambo material and scripts3:24 - Matt's experience working on a Rambo documentary in Hope, British Columbia5:56 - Matt's journey as a Sylvester Stallone fan, starting with First Blood8:22 - Trivia begins: Discussing the title Rambo vs. John Rambo11:19 - Matt's thoughts on watching Rambo (2008) and its iconic scenes17:12 - Rambo trivia questions, including the infamous “50 times” line20:370 - Breaking down the tall boy bomb scene and its effects31:43 - Matt teases his upcoming Cobra VR project and other exciting venturesIf you love action movies, Sylvester Stallone, or the Rambo franchise, this episode is packed with exclusive insights, trivia, and fan passion. Learn about the original Rambo (2008) script, Stallone's intense stunts, and the legacy of this action-packed series. Plus, get a sneak peek into Matt's innovative Cobra VR project!It's a Long Road is your go-to podcast for all things Sylvester Stallone, from Rambo to Rocky and beyond. We bring you deep dives, fan stories, and exclusive content for action movie lovers. #Rambo #SylvesterStallone #JohnRambo #ActionMovies #Rambo4email the show at ramboseriespodcast@gmail.com

Before F1 The Movie came Sylvester Stallone's 2001 motorsports drama Driven—a movie in which Formula 1 refused to participate and resulted in the end of Sly's relationship with director Renny Harlin. LIVE from Vancouver, Paul, June, & Jason discuss all the montages set to rap rock, Burt Reynolds' desire to sit down, the deadly Chicago street race, Gina Gershon's fashion arc, a 55-year-old Stallone playing a 37-year-old, the daycare right next to the racetrack, and so much more. Plus, they ask important questions like "Did Memo want to get cucked?" and "Can you have 2 blonde men on screen together?" Keep humming Joe! • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more• Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicemail!• Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here• Join the HDTGM conversation on Discord: discord.gg/hdtgm• Buy merch at howdidthisgetmade.dashery.com/• Order Paul's book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of Trauma• Shop our new hat collection at podswag.com• Paul's Discord: discord.gg/paulscheer• Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheer• Follow Paul on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer• Subscribe to Enter The Dark Web w/ Paul & Rob Huebel: youtube.com/@enterthedarkweb• Listen to Unspooled with Paul & Amy Nicholson: unspooledpodcast.com• Listen to The Deep Dive with June & Jessica St. Clair: thedeepdiveacademy.com/podcast• Instagram: @hdtgm, @paulscheer, & @junediane• Twitter: @hdtgm, @paulscheer, & msjunediane • Jason is not on social media• Episode transcripts available at how-did-this-get-made.simplecast.com/episodesGet access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using the link: siriusxm.com/hdtgm

Sylvester Stallone's been in the ring for a lot of rounds. Even though he, a few years ago, hit the big 6-0 birthday, he was still doing Rocky - Rocky 6. It was called, "Rocky's final round." Sylvester Stallone is one of the millions of Baby Boomers who have hit a challenge for which some have not been prepared - aging. I was intrigued with what Stallone had to say about people he knows. He said, "You see billionaires who have everything, yet inside they're still the same lonely, insecure people." You think you've got it all figured out, but when you turn 60 or, you know, whatever age seems to make you feel like you're getting older, there's this little hole inside you. You realize you're always going to be somewhat half full...or are we. I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I want to have A Word With You today about "Why We Can't Find Peace." I call the cycle so many of us go through in our life journey the "As Soon As" syndrome. I'll be happy, I'll be fulfilled as soon as I graduate, as soon as I get a good job, as soon as I get a better job, as soon as I'm going with someone, as soon as I'm married, as soon as I have kids, as soon as I'm not married, as soon as I can get a home, as soon as I retire; it just never ends. And "as soon as" never comes. It's one disappointing answer after another. Until, like Rocky's creator says, we just give up and accept "this little hole inside" us as being "unfillable." The ancient Jewish king Solomon knew that feeling. He was so wealthy and so powerful he was able to own or experience every "as soon as" that his heart could conceive: every purchase, every woman, every achievement, every pleasure. Here's his conclusion, recorded in his personal diary, the Book of Ecclesiastes in the Bible. I'm reading from chapter 1, beginning with verse 8, our word for today from the Word of God. He says: "The eye never has enough of seeing, nor the ear its fill of hearing. What has been will be again, and what has been done will be done again. There is nothing new under the sun. I have seen all the things that are done under the sun; all of them are meaningless, a chasing after the wind." Pretty sad, huh? And pretty much the human experience. But Solomon went on to diagnose why nothing and no one on earth can ever fill the hole in our heart. He said, "God has set eternity in the hearts of men. Remember your Creator in the days of your youth. Fear God and keep His commandments" (Ecclesiastes 3:11; 12:1, 13). What we've been looking for all our life is something that will last forever, because we've got this eternity thing in our heart. The hole in your heart can only be filled by something as big as all eternity. And that means only the God who made you can fill it. Not a religion about God, but God Himself, living in your heart. And that's impossible because of the choice we've made over and over again to do our life our way instead of God's way. God calls it sin and He says that our sins "have separated us" from our God. But He's also acted with unspeakable love to demolish this wall that keeps us from Him. And He says in His own words, "He loved us and sent His Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins" (1 John 4:10). Translation: I did the sinning; Jesus did the dying. Then three days later, He came back from His grave to prove that He and He alone can give us life that's eternal. For millions, the search for what goes in that hole in our heart has ended at the cross of Jesus Christ. In a transforming moment when you say to Him, "Jesus, the wrong person's been running my life. I resign. I'm holding onto You as my only hope because only You can remove the wall between me and my God. So, Jesus, I'm Yours." If you've never had that liberating, load-lifting, purpose-filling, hole-in-your-heart-filling experience with Jesus, let this be the day. In fact, if you go to our website you can find there a lot of wonderful information to be sure you belong to Him. It's ANewStory.com That hole inside you is so big only God can fill it. And at your invitation, He will - today.

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Long emailing, rapid texting & shirtless social media posts…who are we when everyone is watching? Join the guys as they face the tsunami that is tech. Can we use ChatGPT to make us nicer? Who the hell uses Memojis? Do we need to watch an AI generated Stallone & Travolta having coffee? Lord help us. Follow Sebastian: @SebastianComedy Follow Pete: @PeteCorreale To watch the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/PeteAndSebastianYouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/PeteAndSebastian⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/PeteAndSebastian⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For Sebastian's tour dates, go to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sebastianlive.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For Pete's tour dates, go to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.petecorreale.com/⁠ Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to https://zocdoc.com/thecast to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Get harder, longer-lasting erections with Ro Sparks: $15 off first order of medication to get hard at https://ro.co/thecast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Born to Watch, the boys dive sunglasses-first into their Cobra (1986) Review, Sylvester Stallone's 80s fever dream of fascist fashion, cult chaos, and cheeseball one-liners. In a time when Sly was king of the box office, rocking Rambo and Rocky, he went rogue and gave us… Marion Cobretti. Part cop, part Terminator, all denim.Whitey, G-Man, and Morgz try to unpack this absurd Dirty Harry knockoff that's equal parts vanity project and testosterone overdose. From the opening monologue's completely made-up crime stats to the gratuitous axe-wielding cult, nothing about Cobra makes sense, and that's half the fun.But it's not all bullets and bravado. The team takes a hard look at Stallone's creative control (spoiler: he shouldn't have had any), the film's bizarre product placement (Pepsi, anyone?), and a montage that includes Brigitte Nielsen posing with robots to a Robert Tepper deep cut. Seriously.Gow marvels at the buckle boots and slasher absurdities, Dan questions why Cobra opens a warm beer just to throw it, and Whitey can't believe this was supposed to be the start of a franchise. There's praise for the poster, grief for the editing, and unfiltered confusion about the serial killer cult that clinks axes in an abandoned pool.Also in this episode:An explosive “Good, Bad, and Ugly” segment where “ugly” takes on new meaningA wild tangent into Canadian trailer parks and Gow's legendary exploits as the “Ten Slayer”A bonus voicemail from our mate XR8 Chupperz, who wants answers about Canadian bar fights and Gow's taste in trailer park womenAs the crew reflects on Cobra's place in 1986 cinema, surrounded by giants like Top Gun, Aliens, and Platoon, they ask the big questions: Could this have been good with a different cut? Did anyone actually direct this thing? And is “You're a disease, and I'm the cure” the greatest dumb action line ever written?Spoiler alert: Cobra ends with 41 confirmed kills. Stallone doesn't just clean up crime; he clears the census.So if you love muscle-bound madness, slashers in stocking masks, or just want to laugh at a movie that takes itself way too seriously, this episode is for you.JOIN THE CONVERSATIONIs Cobra a misunderstood action gem or just a flaming dumpster fire of denim and ego?Would you ride shotgun with Cobretti or run from his gun with the custom Cobra logo? Who's scarier—the Night Slasher or that robot photo shoot montage?Drop us a voicemail at https://www.borntowatch.com.au and be part of the show!Listen to the full episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your pods.#Cobra #SylvesterStallone #BornToWatch #MoviePodcast #80sAction #CultClassic #BadMoviesWeLove #BrigitteNielsen #PepsiPlacement #GunWithALogo

Marc and Kim run through a rapid-fire “In Other News” segment packed with headlines and hot takes. First up: confusion around Hulk Hogan's “death” is cleared up—he's not dead. (It was likely a mistake, as Hogan is still alive.) Still, the crew discusses what would've been his cause of death if true: a heart attack complicated by AFib and leukemia, with a nod to his iconic moment in Rocky III (not II) against Stallone. Next, the group reacts to jaw-dropping footage from Saudi Arabia, where an amusement park ride snapped in half, injuring 23 but miraculously killing no one. Marc blasts lax safety and carnival rides, vowing to keep his kids off them forever. Then it's back to sports as WNBA viewership jumps 21%, even with Caitlin Clark sidelined. Marc isn't buying the media's spin that it's “not all about Caitlin.” He says flat out: She's the reason people tuned in. Kim compares it to a binge-worthy show—you come for Caitlin, but stay to see what wild thing Angel Reese says next. Elsewhere, Justin Timberlake reveals he's battling Lyme disease, explaining his lackluster stage performances and growing fan frustration. Kim sympathizes but says the videos make it look like he's just mailing it in. The segment wraps with a jab at how AI is taking over health management, with 35% of Americans now using it to track meals, fitness, and wellness—Marc and Kim warn, don't turn your brain off just because a bot tells you to run into a wall.

Imagine Dirty Harry, but more violent and with robots. Brian Posehn (The Big Bang Theory) and musician Rhett Miller help Paul, Jason, & June cover the 1986 Sylvester Stallone action thriller Cobra. LIVE from Bumbershoot in Seattle, they discuss everything from Stallone's obsession with food, the modeling shoot music video, and the New Order's decision to attack in bright daylight. Plus, Jason reveals his childhood fear of killer clowns. Feel the heat! (Originally Released 11/13/2012) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more• Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicemail!• Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here• Join the HDTGM conversation on Discord: discord.gg/hdtgm• Buy merch at howdidthisgetmade.dashery.com/• Order Paul's book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of Trauma• Shop our new hat collection at podswag.com• Paul's Discord: discord.gg/paulscheer• Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheer• Follow Paul on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer• Subscribe to Enter The Dark Web w/ Paul & Rob Huebel: youtube.com/@enterthedarkweb• Listen to Unspooled with Paul & Amy Nicholson: unspooledpodcast.com• Listen to The Deep Dive with June & Jessica St. Clair: thedeepdiveacademy.com/podcast• Instagram: @hdtgm, @paulscheer, & @junediane• Twitter: @hdtgm, @paulscheer, & msjunediane • Jason is not on social media• Episode transcripts available at how-did-this-get-made.simplecast.com/episodesGet access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using the link: siriusxm.com/hdtgm

Join host Ryan Rebalkin and special guest John from action-elite.com as they geek out over Rambo III, Stallone's explosive Afghan adventure. From reliving 80s action glory to defending underrated sequels like Rambo: Last Blood and the Expendables series, we dive into Sly's legacy, brutal trivia battles, and why Rambo remains an iconic action hero.In this lively chat, we reminisce about growing up with Stallone films, rank the Rambo franchise among action greats, and tackle tough questions: Why does Rambo III capture 80s excess so perfectly? Is Last Blood unfairly maligned? Plus, action star debates—Tom Cruise as the last practical stunt king?—and Stallone's evolution from Rocky to war machine. Whether you're a hardcore Rambo fan or love classic action cinema, you'll walk away with fresh takes on what makes these films timeless and why we need more practical, high-octane heroes today.'It's a Long Road' explores the Rambo and Rocky worlds with deep dives, trivia, and enthusiastic discussions. New episodes every couple of weeks—join us for more Stallone spotlights!Like if Sly's your action icon, comment your top Rambo kill, and subscribe for all the Stallone breakdowns!00:00 - Episode intro and welcoming guest John from action-elite.com00:49 - John's background, website, and YouTube channel02:14 - Stallone fandom origins and seeing Rambo films in theaters04:58 - Overall thoughts on Sly as a Hollywood legend09:57 - Ranking Rambo among top franchises like Star Wars14:24 - Defending Rambo: Last Blood and aging action heroes18:13 - Starting the Rambo III trivia challenge24:52 - Trivia on Rambo's motivations and Afghan allies31:19 - Revealing trivia answers and scoring35:11 - More trivia on times, locations, and historical context38:39 - Explaining Afghanistan's national sport and wrapping trivia39:19 - Final scores and Expendables series discussion42:25 - Closing thoughts and future collaborationsCheck out John's site for more action reviews: https://action-flix.com/ For Stallone's quick Superman thoughts, search Ryan Rebalkin on YouTube.

Join host Ryan Rebalkin and special guest John from action-elite.com as they geek out over Rambo III, Stallone's explosive Afghan adventure. From reliving 80s action glory to defending underrated sequels like Rambo: Last Blood and the Expendables series, we dive into Sly's legacy, brutal trivia battles, and why Rambo remains an iconic action hero.In this lively chat, we reminisce about growing up with Stallone films, rank the Rambo franchise among action greats, and tackle tough questions: Why does Rambo III capture 80s excess so perfectly? Is Last Blood unfairly maligned? Plus, action star debates—Tom Cruise as the last practical stunt king?—and Stallone's evolution from Rocky to war machine. Whether you're a hardcore Rambo fan or love classic action cinema, you'll walk away with fresh takes on what makes these films timeless and why we need more practical, high-octane heroes today.'It's a Long Road' explores the Rambo and Rocky worlds with deep dives, trivia, and enthusiastic discussions. New episodes every couple of weeks—join us for more Stallone spotlights!Like if Sly's your action icon, comment your top Rambo kill, and subscribe for all the Stallone breakdowns!⁠00:00⁠ - Episode intro and welcoming guest John from action-elite.com⁠00:49⁠ - John's background, website, and YouTube channel⁠02:14⁠ - Stallone fandom origins and seeing Rambo films in theaters⁠04:58⁠ - Overall thoughts on Sly as a Hollywood legend⁠09:57⁠ - Ranking Rambo among top franchises like Star Wars⁠14:24⁠ - Defending Rambo: Last Blood and aging action heroes⁠18:13⁠ - Starting the Rambo III trivia challenge⁠24:52⁠ - Trivia on Rambo's motivations and Afghan allies⁠31:19⁠ - Revealing trivia answers and scoring⁠35:11⁠ - More trivia on times, locations, and historical context⁠38:39⁠ - Explaining Afghanistan's national sport and wrapping trivia⁠39:19⁠ - Final scores and Expendables series discussion⁠42:25⁠ - Closing thoughts and future collaborationsCheck out John's site for more action reviews: ⁠https://action-flix.com/⁠ For Stallone's quick Superman thoughts, search Ryan Rebalkin on YouTube.

Welcome to our 50th Episode!!! We are so happy to be joined by Tony Barrios owner of Stallone Cigars, and Jeff Greiner tobacconist, and board member of the PCA, to talk about all the concerts they have attended, we recorded live at Classic Cigar Lounge in Tulsa, OK, thank you to Shootin Doubles hat company, and The Honky Tonk Hair Machine Beard Oil from Hardcore Grooming Products! Audio is a little rough at times, again we love being raw, unedited and authentic for you guys!! Enjoy our 50th episode with us!! Socials: @smokinsoundspod Stallone Cigars: @stallonecigars Honky Tonk Hair Machine: @honkytonkhairmachine   #cigar #cigars #50th #content #music #concerts #ozzy #cigarpodcast #podcast #smokinsoundspod #boutiquecigars 

Antonio Sabato Jr Rocky interview on Round 14 Podcast uncovers his lifelong passion for the legendary film series, his acting career rooted in Rome, Italy, and the excitement building for his celebrity boxing debut. Hosted by Tony and Rick, avid Stallone enthusiasts who dive deep into all things Rocky and beyond, this episode features Antonio sharing heartfelt stories about how the Rocky movies inspired him from a young age, influencing his path in Hollywood and now into the ring. He opens up about growing up in Rome, transitioning from modeling and soap operas like General Hospital to pursuing bold new challenges, and the personal motivations driving his tribute fight against Corey Wims in Philadelphia—dedicated to his late father and Sylvester Stallone himself. Discover how Antonio aims to channel the spirit of Rocky Balboa, blending his Italian heritage with a fighter's grit for this September 26, 2025, showdown at the 2300 Arena. Whether you're a fan of classic cinema, celebrity transformations, or motivational tales, this conversation highlights the enduring impact of Stallone's iconic character on real-life ambitions.

We're back to discuss more Cannon and Carolco movies! Ukrainian film critic, author and now podcaster, Davyd Klimov joins me to discuss our favorite films from the cult companies. It's hard not to love 80's action flicks and it's about time I had a discussion on them.When you're done with the pod, check out his book To Watch, or Not To Watch, which is filled with reviews that Klimov recommends and … doesn't. Klimov is very knowledgable critic and if this podcast doesn't convince you to buy his book, then check it out anyways.If you're not doing so already, please like and follow Classic American Movies on Instagram and Facebook. I do free movie giveaways, mini movie reviews and more! Also, I decided to dabble in making my own slasher film entitled “Bishop's Day”. Check out the Instagram page for updates.

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Hosts Katie, Kyle, and Ryan, comment on 2005-2006 updates from Total Rocky site, fan theories on events between Rocky 5 and 6—like Adrian's restaurant dream, Robert's career shift to accounting, and her cancer diagnosis—plus voicemails from Jared sharing director's cut insights, Stallone commentary trivia (e.g., the bar buffoon was a roofer's husband), and Cobra Kai universe nods. They discuss Kyle's 50-pound weight loss since May through better eating and walking, Spider Rico's return, Paulie's 31-year meat house tenure, and scene breakdowns like Rocky regaling diners with fight stories, Paulie's immigrant jabs, and Adrian's photo wall. Banter includes nostalgia for message boards, Stallone Zone bans, and excitement for young fans like Christopher watching the series.send your voicemail onemoreroundrockypodcast@gmail.com

Hosts Katie, Kyle, and Ryan, comment on 2005-2006 updates from Total Rocky site, fan theories on events between Rocky 5 and 6—like Adrian's restaurant dream, Robert's career shift to accounting, and her cancer diagnosis—plus voicemails from Jared sharing director's cut insights, Stallone commentary trivia (e.g., the bar buffoon was a roofer's husband), and Cobra Kai universe nods. They discuss Kyle's 50-pound weight loss since May through better eating and walking, Spider Rico's return, Paulie's 31-year meat house tenure, and scene breakdowns like Rocky regaling diners with fight stories, Paulie's immigrant jabs, and Adrian's photo wall. Banter includes nostalgia for message boards, Stallone Zone bans, and excitement for young fans like Christopher watching the series.send your voicemail onemoreroundrockypodcast@gmail.com

Taika Waititi is officially directing a new Judge Dredd movie, with Drew Pearce (The Fall Guy, Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation) writing the script. Both are longtime fans of the Dredd comics and are promising a return to the dark satire and heavy worldbuilding of the original 2000 AD stories.In this video, I break down everything we know about the project, including the team's goal to distance it from the 1995 and 2012 versions, their hopes for a Dredd universe, and whether Taika's style can actually work for something this gritty. I also share my own thoughts—because let's be honest, the Stallone and Urban movies still have their charm.Drop your thoughts in the comments: Are you excited for this version? Or worried it'll be too goofy for Mega-City One?

Stallone, James Woods, Eric Roberts, and Sharon friggin' Stone star in this 90's action thriller that seems to not quite understand if it wants to be an erotic one as well. Get ready for an explosive good time where anything could be the bomb... DISCLAIMER: Language and Spoilers!THE SPECIALISTdir. Luis Llosastarring: Sylvester Stallone; Sharon Stone; James Woods

Ryan and guest Charlie of ⁠‪@gmbmahm504‬⁠ explore Sylvester Stallone's timeless action legacy and Rambo III's over-the-top thrills. From Rambo's stick-fighting opener to helicopter battles and horse chases in Afghanistan, we geek out on the ramped-up violence, subtle comedy, and historical context, including the Mujahideen alliance that feels eerily prescient today. Charlie shares his Stallone fandom, ranking Demolition Man as his all-time favorite, while we tackle trivia like Rambo's necklace fate and debate the franchise's evolution—from PTSD themes in First Blood to the gory traps in Last Blood. Ryan recounts Stallone's 79th birthday nod and why Rambo III has grown on him over time, plus horror crossovers like comparing it to Friday the 13th vibes.⁠⁠The Rambo Trivia Book: 200 questions from First Blood to Last Blood ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the FB group ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3in5DXz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/344oSBU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Discord ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/aQyx9y9ZZd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3jJb7wH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ramboseriespodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Ryan and guest Charlie of ‪@gmbmahm504‬ explore Sylvester Stallone's timeless action legacy and Rambo III's over-the-top thrills. From Rambo's stick-fighting opener to helicopter battles and horse chases in Afghanistan, we geek out on the ramped-up violence, subtle comedy, and historical context, including the Mujahideen alliance that feels eerily prescient today. Charlie shares his Stallone fandom, ranking Demolition Man as his all-time favorite, while we tackle trivia like Rambo's necklace fate and debate the franchise's evolution—from PTSD themes in First Blood to the gory traps in Last Blood. Ryan recounts Stallone's 79th birthday nod and why Rambo III has grown on him over time, plus horror crossovers like comparing it to Friday the 13th vibes.⁠The Rambo Trivia Book: 200 questions from First Blood to Last Blood ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the FB group ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3in5DXz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/344oSBU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Discord ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/aQyx9y9ZZd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3jJb7wH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ramboseriespodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

John Travolta returns as sweaty strutting disco stud Tony Manero in this misguided sequel to Saturday Night Fever co-written and directed by… Sylvester Stallone? Tony makes a brazen leap from Brooklyn to Bizarro World Broadway (and from the '70s to the '80s) but soon finds himself not in a love triangle, but a love pentagon as he vies for the lead role in a dizzyingly demented Dante-meets-disco dance revue provocatively titled Satan's Alley (not to be confused with Tropic Thunder's monks-in-forbidden-love fake film). Javi, Paul and - divinely - Producer Brad embark on their most chaotic episode yet as they are relentlessly pummeled with headbands, leotards, lens flares, slow-mo, possible vampires, and the very apotheosis of The Frank Factor as director Stallone tries to turn this film into a career catapult for his brother to outshine the Bee Gees (who apparently didn't appreciate this). In the immortal words of the film, “It's a journey through hell that ends in an ascent to heaven. You might think it's simple, but if it's gonna work you gotta bust your asses!” And we did, so you don't have to. Let's strut!Show Notes:As Paul mentioned, Dennon and Sayhber, the choreographers for Staying Alive, offer classes. Here's the link to their site where you can sign up for dance classes. We can't believe we forgot to discuss the trailer for Satan's Alley, the fake movie from the movie Tropic Thunder! You can watch the trailer here.1983 Box OfficeJuly 15, 1983 Weekend Box OfficeStaying Alive Box Office ResultsFollow us!InstagramBlueskyemail: Multiplexoverthruster@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nothing says Tori Spelling like Rocky IV, The Punisher, Universal Soldier, and Masters of the Universe, but she LOVES Dolph Lundgren and he is here for a surprisingly heartfelt chat about fame, fatherhood, and why tough guys like him always end up with daughters (a.k.a. the “fighter’s curse”). He spills behind-the-scenes sTORIes from Rocky IV, dishes on his wild days with Grace Jones, and that one time he crossed paths with Andy Warhol. Plus, Dolph talks about launching his own vodka brand, insuring his biceps, and TORI goes where no conversation has gone before … IKEA Swedish meatballs. Come for the nostalgia, stay for the Stallone impression. And, see Tori try to BREAK this He-Man {PS… think she warmed his heart!}See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing says Tori Spelling like Rocky IV, The Punisher, Universal Soldier, and Masters of the Universe, but she LOVES Dolph Lundgren and he is here for a surprisingly heartfelt chat about fame, fatherhood, and why tough guys like him always end up with daughters (a.k.a. the “fighter’s curse”). He spills behind-the-scenes sTORIes from Rocky IV, dishes on his wild days with Grace Jones, and that one time he crossed paths with Andy Warhol. Plus, Dolph talks about launching his own vodka brand, insuring his biceps, and TORI goes where no conversation has gone before … IKEA Swedish meatballs. Come for the nostalgia, stay for the Stallone impression. And, see Tori try to BREAK this He-Man {PS… think she warmed his heart!}See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing says Tori Spelling like Rocky IV, The Punisher, Universal Soldier, and Masters of the Universe, but she LOVES Dolph Lundgren and he is here for a surprisingly heartfelt chat about fame, fatherhood, and why tough guys like him always end up with daughters (a.k.a. the “fighter’s curse”). He spills behind-the-scenes sTORIes from Rocky IV, dishes on his wild days with Grace Jones, and that one time he crossed paths with Andy Warhol. Plus, Dolph talks about launching his own vodka brand, insuring his biceps, and TORI goes where no conversation has gone before … IKEA Swedish meatballs. Come for the nostalgia, stay for the Stallone impression. And, see Tori try to BREAK this He-Man {PS… think she warmed his heart!}See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing says Tori Spelling like Rocky IV, The Punisher, Universal Soldier, and Masters of the Universe, but she LOVES Dolph Lundgren and he is here for a surprisingly heartfelt chat about fame, fatherhood, and why tough guys like him always end up with daughters (a.k.a. the “fighter’s curse”). He spills behind-the-scenes sTORIes from Rocky IV, dishes on his wild days with Grace Jones, and that one time he crossed paths with Andy Warhol. Plus, Dolph talks about launching his own vodka brand, insuring his biceps, and TORI goes where no conversation has gone before … IKEA Swedish meatballs. Come for the nostalgia, stay for the Stallone impression. And, see Tori try to BREAK this He-Man {PS… think she warmed his heart!}See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing says Tori Spelling like Rocky IV, The Punisher, Universal Soldier, and Masters of the Universe, but she LOVES Dolph Lundgren and he is here for a surprisingly heartfelt chat about fame, fatherhood, and why tough guys like him always end up with daughters (a.k.a. the “fighter’s curse”). He spills behind-the-scenes sTORIes from Rocky IV, dishes on his wild days with Grace Jones, and that one time he crossed paths with Andy Warhol. Plus, Dolph talks about launching his own vodka brand, insuring his biceps, and TORI goes where no conversation has gone before … IKEA Swedish meatballs. Come for the nostalgia, stay for the Stallone impression. And, see Tori try to BREAK this He-Man {PS… think she warmed his heart!}See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim and A.Ron are kicking off Badass Fest VII with the rambunctious Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985) in front of a live audience of Bald Movers! Sylvester Stallone's ranking as a Bald Move Badass is called into question. He'll get bloodied and tortured as he fights his way through the Vietnamese jungle to rescue abandoned American POWs. Listen along with an audience of Bald Movers to the kickoff event of Badass Fest VII! Badass Fest VII Slideshow MERCH! The history of the Arnold/Sly beef James Cameron Online Knife comparison video Bald Move - First Blood (1982) UPI Archives - American stuntman dies in filming of Stallone movie “Instagram” Full Sketch - I Think You Should Leave Hey there!  Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts! Join the Club! Join the discussion:  Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter  |  Instagram  |  Facebook Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe now for the full episode. Get your limited edition "Robo Washington" poster now. Subscribers get a 50% discount! Danny and Derek speak with writer and director Daniel Waters about the films Demolition Man and Batman Returns, both screenplays of his. They discuss the state of screenwriting now vs. when Daniel first arrived in Hollywood, the two films' criticism of the security state, Demolition Man's commentary on the stultifying effect of “political correctness” of that era, the duality of Stallone and Snipes' characters, the challenge for a writer centering an institution they're critical of, the horror of a utopia, the film's ambivalence toward violence, Batman Returns coming at the beginning of IP-driven Hollywood, Max Schrek as Mitt Romney, and the reassessment of Daniel's work in the last couple of decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On this episode of 80s Flick Flashback, we're diving into a film that followed a surprising stumble for one of the biggest action stars of the decade: Sylvester Stallone's Rambo III.In 1987, Sylvester Stallone seemed invincible. After dominating the box office in 1985 with Rocky IV and Rambo: First Blood Part II, and cementing his action hero status with 1986's Cobra, his grip on Hollywood's action throne appeared unshakable. Yet, his 1987 arm-wrestling epic, Over the Top, shockingly bombed. For his next move, Stallone returned to one of his most iconic characters.This brings us to the 1988 sequel that is often seen as the most outlandish entry in the franchise. The story finds John Rambo leaving his tranquil life in a monastery to rescue his mentor, Colonel Trautman, from the clutches of the Soviet army in Afghanistan. Teaming up with the Mujahideen, Rambo unleashes his signature brand of explosive warfare. While a blockbuster at the time, its pro-Mujahideen stance against the Soviets has certainly become more complex and controversial in the years since.So, get ready to leave the monastery, grab your explosive-tipped arrows, and jump in the chopper as your host Tim Williams and guest co-hosts, Chris Adams & JB Huffman, discuss the action, the politics, and the legacy of Rambo III.Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:​The Soviet Spetsnaz troops are wearing the same "Hollywood knock-off" camouflage pattern outfits as seen on the Soviet paratroopers in 1984's "Red Dawn".Sources:Wikipedia, IMDB, BoxOfficeMojohttps://www.slashfilm.com/884518/behind-the-scenes-chaos-gave-rambo-iiis-director-his-debut/https://www.joblo.com/rambo-iii-1988-revisited-sylvester-stallone-movie-review/https://screenrant.com/rambo-3-movie-alternate-story-siberia-better/Some sections were composed or edited by ChatGPT We'd love to hear your thoughts on our podcast! You can share your feedback with us via email or social media. Website - https://www.80sflickflashback.com/TeePublic Store - https://www.teepublic.com/user/eighties-flick-flashbackBuy Me A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/80sflickfbFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/80sflickflashbackpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/80sflickflashback/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@80sflickflashbackEmail - Info@80sFlickFlashback.com

Growing up in the late 80's and early 90's, everyone was in love with Cannon and Carolco movies. When your mind thinks of 80's action movies, the first movies that come to mind is from one of those production companies. I met Ukrainian author and film critic Davyd Klimov after he reviewed my proof of concept Bishop's Day. His honest criticism of movies and love of cinema made me want to bring him on the pod and chat like true film nerds. He and I had a lot of things to talk about, so kick back  and be prepared to get a lot of info on 80's action and more! When you're done with the pod, check out his book To Watch, or Not To Watch, which is filled with reviews that Klimov recommends and … doesn't.If you're not doing so already, please like and follow Classic American Movies on Instagram and Facebook. I do free movie giveaways, mini movie reviews and more! Also, I decided to dabble in making my own slasher film entitled “Bishop's Day”. Check out the Instagram page for updates.