Going The Distance: The Rocky Series Podcast

Step into the ring with *Going The Distance: The Rocky Series Podcast*, the ultimate celebration of Sylvester Stallone's iconic underdog saga. Hosted by passionate Rocky superfan Ryan Rebalkin, this dedicated feed dives deep into every punch, montage, and heartfelt moment of the *Rocky* franchise—one film at a time, in glorious chronological order. Whether you're reliving the gritty streets of Philadelphia in the original *Rocky* or breaking down the epic family legacy in *Rocky Balboa*, Ryan brings the energy of a champion. Joined by his brother Ruban, fellow superfans, amateur boxers and even musicians behind the films' anthems (shoutout to Robert Tepper's "No Easy Way Out"), each episode unpacks scenes with infectious enthusiasm, behind-the-scenes trivia, and personal stories that capture why *Rocky* still inspires millions to "go the distance." From dissecting the legendary training montages and rematches, this podcast isn't just analysis—it's a knockout conversation that honors the heart, humor, and hustle of the Italian Stallion. It's perfect for die-hard fans, casual viewers, and anyone chasing their own eye-of-the-tiger moment. Tune in for laughs, insights, and motivation that hits harder than Apollo Creed's left hook. Lace up your boots—it's time to go the distance!

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  Episode #79

  Rocky V (Episode 9) - Heart, Fire, and Headlines: “Balboa’s Boy” Takes Over

  Aug 25, 20261h 8m

  Ryan Rebalkin and guest host Kyle continue their Rocky V breakdown with one of the film’s longest stretches: Rocky and Tommy visit Father Carmine for a blessing, then launch into Tommy’s rise-through-the-ranks montage. They cover the church scene and the “angel on your shoulder” talk, Tommy’s first pro fight in the same gym Rocky fought Spider Rico, the over-the-top newspaper headlines that keep calling him Rocky’s boy/clone/robot, and the parallel story of Robert training on his own with Jimmy (Mike) and Paulie while his dad is busy with the new kid. Plenty of talk about Rocky living vicariously through Tommy, time jumps, writing choices, and whether those headlines would ever actually get printed. Kyle is back in the guest chair. If you enjoy this kind of scene-by-scene Rocky talk, also check out Ryan’s other show, The Worst of the Best Podcast (every major app, YouTube, Facebook, and X). Follow Ryan at @RyanRebalkin and the Rocky feed at @GTDRockyPodcast. 00:00 – Intro from Quebec, Ruben update, Worst of the Best plug, and the Patreon rant 07:02 – Quick Stallone news: thoughts on the female Cliffhanger remake 08:22 – Rocky and Tommy visit Father Carmine for the blessing 11:34 – “Angel on your shoulder” and forcing Tommy through Rocky’s journey 14:54 – Training/fighting montage begins (church gym callback to Rocky 1) 19:45 – Rocky’s pep talk: fear is a fire, heart and fire 26:09 – First knockout and the start of Tommy’s winning streak 29:57 – Robert watching, split lip from Chicky, feeling replaced 32:39 – Blue Horizon, speed bag struggles, and “Balboa’s pupil” headlines 39:27 – Rising venues, “Rocky’s clone” and “Rocky’s robot” headlines 45:38 – Rocky running with Tommy, Adrian calling from the pet shop 51:02 – One-arm push-ups and playful father-son time in the ring 55:31 – Rocky gives Tommy Apollo’s stars-and-stripes trunks 57:17 – Madison Square Garden, crowd chanting Tommy’s name 1:00:11 – The stairs scene and Tommy’s cartwheel 1:02:11 – Wrap-up and what’s coming next (Chicky rematch incoming)

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  Episode #77

  Rocky V (Episode 8) - Chickie Comes Back for Seconds: Robert Gets Laid Out Again

  Aug 24, 202642 min

  Ryan Rebalkin welcomes first-time guest host Craig from SlyCast – The Sylvester Stallone Fan Podcast as they continue their scene-by-scene Rocky V breakdown. The Balboas are settling (uneasily) back into the old neighborhood, and Rocky Jr’s problems at school aren’t over. Chickie and his crew come back around, and this time they lay Robert out again. The guys also dig into one of the more quietly awkward family moments: does Robert still wet the bed? That question, the second schoolyard confrontation, and how Rocky tries to be both father and trainer all get unpacked with the usual mix of trivia, continuity notes, and honest talk about what this chapter of the saga is actually trying to do. Craig makes his Going the Distance debut and brings the SlyCast energy. If you enjoy Stallone deep dives, check out SlyCast as well. Ryan’s other show, The Worst of the Best Podcast, is available on every major podcast app, YouTube, Facebook, and X. Follow Ryan at @RyanRebalkin and the Rocky feed at @GTDRockyPodcast.

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  Episode #78

  Rocky V (Episode 7) - Tommy Gunn Comes to Dinner: Too Much Garlic at the Balboas?

  Aug 23, 202648 min

  Ryan Rebalkin and guest host Kyle sit down for the next chapter of their Rocky V breakdown: Tommy Gunn having dinner at the Balboas’. The young fighter is now in the house, the family is trying to make it work, and one question keeps coming up — did Adrian use too much garlic? They unpack the dinner scene, the awkward family dynamics, how Tommy is settling in (or isn’t), and what this quiet little sequence is really setting up. Plenty of the usual deep-cut observations, continuity notes, and honest talk about whether this stretch of the movie actually works. Kyle is back in the guest-host chair. If you like this kind of scene-by-scene Rocky talk, also check out Ryan’s other show, The Worst of the Best Podcast (every major app, YouTube, Facebook, and X). Follow Ryan at @RyanRebalkin and the Rocky feed at @GTDRockyPodcast.

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  Episode #76

  Rocky V (Episode 6) - Prison Yard Playground: Rocky Jr’s Brutal Welcome Home

  Aug 22, 20261h 5m

  Ryan Rebalkin and special guest Kyle pick up the Rocky V breakdown right where they left off. The Balboas are back in the old neighborhood, and Rocky Jr immediately finds out the schoolyard plays by prison rules. Chicky (Kevin Connolly) and his crew size up the “rich kid,” a jacket gets stolen, and the graffiti on the wall quietly nods to Rocky and Mick. Then it’s over to Mighty Mick’s Gym, where Rocky is training amateurs, Paulie is hustling a used coffee cup with “lip marks” for five bucks, and a hungry young fighter named Tommy Gunn (Tommy Morrison) walks in looking to prove himself. What starts as sparring quickly turns personal. Rocky sees too much of his old street-fighter self in the kid and has to decide whether he’s ready to step into Mickey’s old role. Plenty of deep-cut observations along the way: the Jimmy/Mike continuity headache, the “kajones” pronunciation mystery, visual callbacks to Rocky 1, and why this “failure” of a fifth film actually set up everything that came after. Ruban couldn’t make this recording, so Kyle steps in as guest host extraordinaire. If you like this kind of movie-by-movie, scene-by-scene breakdown, check out Ryan’s other show **The Worst of the Best Podcast** (available on every podcast app, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter). Follow Ryan at @RyanRebalkin and the Rocky show at @GTDRockyPodcast. 00:00 – Intro, naming the show, Rambo location ideas (Hope, BC and the Philly steps) 02:31 – Kyle’s honest take on Rocky V and why it aged better than expected 06:39 – Playground scene: Rocky Jr, the high fence, “Rocky and Mick” graffiti, and Chicky’s crew 15:00 – The beatdown and stolen jacket 18:23 – Mighty Mick’s Gym: Rocky training amateurs and the return of Jimmy (Mike?) Gambina 24:02 – Paulie sells a used coffee cup with lip marks for $5 27:40 – Tommy Gunn walks in and asks to fight 31:31 – “Kajones” pronunciation debate and script continuity roast 35:29 – Sparring gets out of hand: no headgear, full power shots, Rocky sees red flags 40:22 – Post-spar conversation: “You fight like a street fighter” and Tommy asks to be managed 45:06 – Tommy Morrison’s real name on the gear + visual echo of Rocky and Mickey 50:49 – Wrap-up, The Worst of the Best plug, and checking the credits for Jimmy’s name

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  Episode #75

  Rocky V (Episode 5) - Tommy Gunn Introduction & Duke Confrontation

  Aug 19, 202650 min

  Ryan, Ruban, and guest host Andrew pick up after the Mickey flashback as the Balboas settle back into the old neighborhood. We cover Rocky giving Robert street advice on the walk to school, neighborhood scams, the cut Little Marie scene, the introduction of Tommy Gunn, and the tense confrontation with George Washington Duke outside the pet shop where Adrian firmly shuts down the fight offer. 00:00 Live Start & Ruben Joins 01:46 Recap of Mickey Flashback 05:49 Smoking Talk & Chevy Nova 07:52 Back in the Neighborhood 09:20 Street Advice to Rocky Jr. 12:13 Coat Scam Setup 14:22 Little Marie Cut Scene 16:45 Urban Blight & Aluminum Siding 32:45 Tommy Gunn Introduction 37:16 George Washington Duke Confrontation 42:21 Adrian Intervenes 45:52 Closing Scene & Thoughts

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