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Sylvester Stallone and His Friends' Films Podcast

Ryan Rebalkin
Sylvester Stallone
Rocky
First Blood
Bruce Willis
Rocky V
Rambo
Action Movies
Rocky Balboa
Kindergarten Cop
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Jean-Claude Van Damme
Boxing
Hard To Kill
Cobra Kai
Rambo III
Rambo: First Blood Part II
Vietnam War
Frank Stallone
Hollywood
Adrian

Welcome to the *Sylvester Stallone and Friends* podcast, your go-to show for fans of Sylvester Stallone’s action-packed legacy, hosted by Ryan and a variety of other passionate hosts! This podcast dives deep into Stallone’s standalone films and those of his action-hero contemporaries, with special episodes dedicated to Frank Stallone. Please note that *Rocky* and *Rambo* are covered exclusively on... more

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Latest Episodes

Join Ryan, Katie, and Kyle on One More Round as they dive deep into Rocky II! From Rocky's hilarious office job interviews and Adrian's unwavering support to Paulie's thumb-breaking side hustle at the meat factory, this episode is packed with laughs,... more

Join Ryan, Katie, and Kyle on One More Round as they dive deep into Rocky II! In this episode, we react to Apollo Creed reading brutal hate mail, Rocky's neighborhood stickball game, Adrian's pregnancy reveal at the hospital, and the hilariously crin... more

In this episode, Ryan, Katie, and Kyle discuss Rocky II (1979), picking up after the iconic first fight.

The crew covers Rocky and Adrian’s sweet (and awkward) married life, the neighborhood jukebox singers, the shopping spree with the Smokey and th... more

In this episode, Ryan (Going the Distance), Craig (Sly Cast), and Doug (Rocky Minute) from the Stallone Podcast Network tackle Backtrace (2018), one of Stallone’s lesser-known straight-to-video thrillers.

The guys start with an update on the upcomin... more

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Jim Brewer
Comedian, featured in multiple SNL sketches in this episode
Saturday Night Live
Episode: Sylvester Stallone TV Comedy | Muppet Show & SNL
Robert Bruzio
Screenwriter and producer involved with a Rocky/adjacent project
Independent filmmaker / production professional
Episode: Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 8) | Rampage Breakdown – Mud, Arrows & Explosions
James Rolfe
Angry Video Game Nerd, Cinemassacre founder
Cinemassacre
Episode: Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 7) - Escape Sequence, Helicopter Chase & Co's Death
Walter Beneziak
YouTube creator and Channel Awesome contributor, known for Nostalgia Critic-related content and FanScription projects
YouTube creator, Channel Awesome
Episode: Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 6) - From Mud Pit to Mic Crush
Leonard Maltin
Film critic featuring in archival interview
Leonard Maltin Interviews (archival)
Episode: Death Race 2000 - Sylvester Stallone's Wild Villain Debut!
Roger Corman
Producer and director of Death Race 2000
Corman Productions
Episode: Death Race 2000 - Sylvester Stallone's Wild Villain Debut!
Derek Wayne Johnson
Filmmaker with a focus on documentaries related to Sylvester Stallone's films.
Episode: Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 3) - Explosive Arrows and Expendable Hearts
Sean Malloy
Podcaster and contributor from I Must Break This Podcast
I Must Break This Podcast
Episode: The Expendables 3 - Mel Gibson's Revenge!
Jared Tockstein
Host of Hyperspace Podcasting of the 25th century
Episode: Rocky (Episode 12) - Rocky’s Heart and Hollywood Drama

Hosts

Ryan
Primary host with long-running involvement across multiple Stallone-focused shows and network discussions.
Craig Cohen
Co-host and producer presence, contributing to Stallone-focused conversations and panel discussions.
Katie
Co-host on episodes, often providing perspectives and chemistry with multiple hosts.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Stallone!

    Very entertaining and often hilarious show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Benga27
    Australia9 months ago
  • Absolutely superb podcast, so much detail and so many brilliant side stories and many great laughs along the way!

    On another note, R.I.P Tommy from answering the 10 count, always an amazing guest along with Greg. Rest easy fella.

    Podcast Addict
    Paul Lee
    4 years ago
  • Absolutely superb podcast, so much detail and so many brilliant side stories and many great laughs along the way!

    On another note, R.I.P Tommy from answering the 10 count, always an amazing guest along with Greg. Rest easy fella.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Paul Lee
    4 years ago
  • Creed 2 first fight...

    Excellent work Katie on picking up the “Ivan Drago” mistake as announced by the ringside commentators in the first fight of Creed 2. Honestly didn’t realise this mistake prior to this podcast.

    Keep up the good work guys!!!

    Peter Schüller from Australia

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tinkletop
    Australia4 years ago
  • They know their stuff!

    Really love this show, these guys know what they’re talking about but don’t let their love of the franchise get in the way of being fair and honest about the films. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kifford
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Knowledgeable, passionate hosts deliver thoughtful Stallone cinema analysis.
Fans appreciate humor, roundtable banter, and deep cuts from across Stallone's universe.
Balanced critique with fan enthusiasm; deep dives into production and legacy.

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Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 8) | Rampage Breakdown – Mud, Arrows & Explosions
Q: What is next for you after Bottom of the Ninth?
The guest talks about several projects, including collaborations with the producer of Home Alone and other notable figures, with a focus on stories rooted in the Rocky universe rather than directly continuing a single character.
Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 3) - Explosive Arrows and Expendable Hearts
Q: What are your thoughts on the rights ownership of Rocky by Erwin Winkler?
It's a shame that Stallone doesn't have more ownership of the franchise he created.
Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 3) - Explosive Arrows and Expendable Hearts
Q: What are the upcoming projects you are working on?
I'm working on my feature film Bloodstreams coming out next year, and a Rocky IV location project with James Rolfe.
Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 2) - Suiting Up Montage and Parachute Chaos
Q: What is your fandom with the second film and with Sly in general?
Sean shares his love for Stallone and the nostalgic connection to action heroes, reflecting on how they represented real-life superheroes in his childhood.
Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 4) - Psychologist Unlocks Hidden Pain and Power
Q: What is it about reaching out to me that you wanted to share regarding Rambo?
John expresses a desire to explore Rambo's character through psychological insights and discusses moments during the film that highlight his vulnerability and trauma.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on Sylvester Stallone's action legacy and adjacent films, with hosts dissecting films, production trivia, and career trajectories. Episodes mix deep dives into individual movies, behind-the-scenes tidbits, and playful banter about Stallone-era cinema, often featuring guests with first-hand or nostalgic connections to the era. A standout aspect is the network's habit of pairing rigorous film breakdowns with personal anecdotes and fan-focused intersection, making it appealing for listeners who love detailed analysis balanced with fan culture and retro cinema lore. The format tends to spotlight standalone Stallone projects and related action titles, while reserving Rocky and Rambo coverage for sister feeds, which creates a di... more

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