Talky Balboa

Episode 15: Rocky V Workprint (2002) - Mickey Is A Ghost

Logan and Ty sat down and watched the grainy leaked version of the Rocky 5 Workprint. Being HUGE fans of Rocky V (we are being sarcastic) we thought, what a good idea to dive into the strange afterlife of Rocky V and the infamous workprint that changed everything.  While the theatrical release took a hit for its 90s-style editing,  it is rumored that director John G. Avildsen was so frustrated with the studio’s final cut that he eventually leaked his own personal version online—even uploading it to YouTube—just to show the world his original vision. This 'director’s cut' swaps out the hip-hop soundtrack for Bill Conti’s classic score, changes the history of Little Marie, and restores a much-debated spiritual/faith element: Mickey appearing as a literal ghost in the alleyway to cheer Rocky on during the final street fight. It’s a fascinating look at the movie we almost got. But that all begs the question does this make the movie better than the one that we got in 1990?  Get ready as we take a look at behind the scenes interviews, breakdown the differences in the variations of the film, and did they make Rocky... umm... more slow in this version? If so, why!?!?!  Want to watch it in glorious 14p resolution yourself: https://youtu.be/Ku0gl0SU86E  Don't forget to follow Talky Balboa on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/talkybalboa/] so you never miss a round!

[BONUS] The Talkies - (Rocky Franchise Award Show)

While it’s tough to pin down a definitive "grand total" for the Rocky franchise, the numbers are staggering. Across nine films, including the Creed saga, the franchise has racked up an estimated 60 to 70+ awards over five decades—yet only 3 of those are Academy Awards! It’s time to settle the score and hand out some hardware of our own. Welcome to The Talkies!We’re rolling out the red carpet for every film covered in Season 1 of our podcast (yes, even Grudge Match gets an invite). Logan and Ty have their suits on and the envelopes are ready. Who takes home the gold? Tune in for the inaugural Talky Balboa Awards!Follow us @TalkyBalboa and subscribe so you never miss a round! Follow @TalkyBalboa on Instagram and hit subscribe so you never miss a round. [https://www.instagram.com/talkybalboa/]

Episode 14: Rocky (1976) & Rocky II (1979) - Double Feature

Yo, Adrian! If you love Rocky (1976) and Rocky II (1979), you’ve probably asked yourself: do these movies work perfectly as a double feature?Your Talky Balboa hosts, Ty and Logan, went the distance to find out. We binged both films back-to-back and went straight to the recording booth while the adrenaline was still pumping. Join us as we unpack behind-the-scenes trivia, analyze the legendary soundtrack, and debate whether this cinematic one-two punch is the ultimate way to experience the start of the franchise.Step into the ring with us! Follow @TalkyBalboa [https://www.instagram.com/talkybalboa/] on Instagram and hit subscribe so you never miss a round. Listen to our original Rocky (1976) episode here. [https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ET7Muyv41ZQZLes5AIxUI?si=Wxt6pmDITZO2hqzrvHQZ7A] Listen to our original Rocky II (1979) episode here. [https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jRod57q5PZ1Ml5nmo993Q?si=OwBlookgQaCn4_T1-C4Gng]

Episode 13: Mommy Boy - Bob's Burgers (S11E9) - 2020

"Don't Count Out The Ham and Egger!" And don't count out Talky Balboa! Ty and Logan are back for Season 2 of the podcast that is the complete compendium of the Rocky Franchise. The year is 2020, and Bob's Burgers is doing an episode all about Gene being way overbearring on his mother... BUT the B plot is all about a knockoff Rocky film! We get The Ham and Egger! He's like Rocky but isn't... Does he punch meat? No, he punches spools of string! Does he have an Adrian? No, he has Constance! Nothing is too good for his best girl! Eye of The Tiger? Pfffttt - Look Of The Lion is wayyyy better, and a totally different animal.  It's time for Season 2 of Talky Balboa!! Follow us on Instagram: @TalkyBalboa [https://www.instagram.com/talkybalboa/] Support us on Ko-Fi: www.ko-fi.com/TalkyBalboa [https://www.ko-fi.com/TalkyBalboa] **Don’t forget to rate and review—**it really helps us out!

Episode 12: Rocky VII: Rocky vs. Frankenstein - 2025

Happy Halloween! Here is a bonus FULL LENGTH episode that was previously locked behind the paywall on our Ko-Fi page! Ty and Logan breakdown the fake film that was advertised heavily in the Talky Balboa podcast, as if it was a regular movie in the franchise. With exclusive clips from the movie! Finally Rocky VII: Rocky vs. Frankenstein is here! We break it all down - from the behind the scenes, all the way to the scary soundtrack! Truly the ultimate Halloween horror movie! Want more? Follow us on Instagram: @TalkyBalboa [https://www.instagram.com/talkybalboa/], a limited-run podcast series! Support the show at https://ko-fi.com/talkybalboa [https://ko-fi.com/talkybalboa] and get rewarded with bonus content!