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Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast

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 our sister podcasts, *One More Round: The Rocky Series Podcast* and *It’s a Long Road: The Rambo Series

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All Episodes

59:16

Escape Plan: The Extractors - Revenge, Robots, and...

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2026/01/06

Ryan (Going the Distance: The Rocky Series Podcast), Craig (SlyCast), and Doug (Rocky Minute) dissect this low-budget ($3.6M) revenge thriller, praising brutal kills, Max Zhang's standout martial arts, Dave Bautista's indestructible rampage, and Sly's Rambo-esque fury, while slamming convoluted plots, sloppy editing, illogical traps (exploding mines?), generic villains, and baffling choices like the spinning prison nod from Part 2. Better than Hades (25% on Rotten Tomatoes vs. 7%), but

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87:23

Escape Plan 2: Hades - This Film Failed Stallone &...

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2026/01/06

Hosts Ryan (Going the Distance: The Rocky Series Podcast), Craig (SlyCast), and Doug (Rocky Minute) brave this fan-voted disaster, unpacking Ray Breslin's return to a high-tech hellhole prison run by a fired protégé, complete with convoluted plots, baffling "algorithm" rants, robotic doctors, spinning rooms, and martial arts shifts aimed at the Chinese market. They roast the bait-and-switch billing (Stallone and Dave Bautista barely share scenes), shaky editing, illogical twists (a massive

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85:38

Escape Plan - It Proves Stallone & Arnie Still Rule...

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2026/01/06

Hosts Ryan (Going the Distance: The Rocky Series Podcast), Craig (SlyCast), and Doug (Rocky Minute) reunite for this fan-voted crossover, breaking down Ray Breslin's genius escapes, the clever twists (including Rottmayer's secret identity), Arnold's standout performance with killer one-liners and machine-gun mayhem, and Sly's MacGyver-level smarts. They geek out over the clever opening sequence, the ship reveal's ingenuity, fun nods to classic action tropes, and supporting turns from Jim

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102:00

The Lords of Flatbush - Our Fans Forced Us to Suffer...

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2026/01/06

Join hosts Ryan (Going the Distance: The Rocky Series Podcast), Doug (Rocky Minute), and Craig (Slycast) as they suffer through a fan-voted deep dive into Stallone's early role as Stanley, the tough-but-vulnerable gang member navigating pregnancy scares, stolen cars, awkward dates, and zero character arcs. The crew rips apart the film's terrible soundtrack, out-of-focus shots, forced acting, endless dead air, and baffling plot holes, like why these 28-year-olds pass as high schoolers, the

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55:38

Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 5) - Helicopter...

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/11/21

Host Ryan reunites with returning guest John Rivoli, Sylvester Stallone’s official Rocky and Rambo artist, for a hilarious and insight-packed deep dive into the infamous helicopter betrayal and POW rescue attempt in Rambo: First Blood Part II. From real leeches to a terrifying ex-con Russian henchman who once stalked Sly in Beverly Hills, plus behind-the-scenes bombshells about deleted scenes, novelization secrets, and whether Rambo’s still a virgin—this episode is pure 80s adrenaline with

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54:03

Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 4) -...

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/11/21

Ryan welcomes UK listener-turned-guest John, a psychology enthusiast with real insight into trauma and the human mind, as they dive deep into the heart-pounding prison camp infiltration of Rambo: First Blood Part II. From Rambo’s silent bow kills and explosive-arrow stealth to that heartbreakingly tender “You’re not expendable” moment with Co, they unpack the raw vulnerability beneath the muscle, the adrenaline-fueled defense mechanisms of PTSD, and why Rambo’s quiet fragility hits harder

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68:13

Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 3) - Explosive...

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/11/21

Dive back into the jungle with host Ryan and legendary Stallone documentarian Derek Wayne Johnson as they break down the steamy, sweaty early moments of Rambo: First Blood Part II – from Rambo’s botched drop zone and explosive-arrow memories to Co’s unforgettable introduction, pirate river boats, and that intimate “expendable” chat that still hits hard. Derek shares wild behind-the-scenes stories, from holding an actual screen-used Rambo II arrow at Frank Stallone’s house to his secret

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54:42

Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 2) - Suiting Up...

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/11/21

Ryan and Sean (host of the Dolph Lundgren career-deep-dive podcast *I Must Break This*) continue Season 2 with the explosive sequel that turned John Rambo from troubled vet into the ultimate one-man army.The guys go scene-by-scene through Rambo’s mission briefing, the legendary “suiting-up” montage, the botched parachute drop, and the moment the movie fully unleashes the larger-than-life Rambo we all grew up worshipping.Whether you’re here for the muscle porn, the bureaucracy-busting rage,

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54:00

Rambo: First Blood Part II - (Episode 1) - From...

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/11/14

In the season two premiere of the "It's a Long Road: The Rambo Series" podcast, host Ryan welcomes guest Jack from the "Drunk Bond" podcast to dissect Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985), kicking off with lighthearted banter about podcasting compliments, the hosts' shared love for Sylvester Stallone's Rocky and Rambo franchises, and Jack's irreverent yet respectful breakdowns of action classics. They dive into the film's explosive opening, Rambo's prison labor release by Colonel Trautman for

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57:34

First Blood - (Episode 12) - PTSD Monologue

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/11/07

Ryan teams up with guest co-hosts Tim and Tony from the Round 14 Podcast—dedicated enthusiasts of Sylvester Stallone's iconic Rocky saga—for a high-octane breakdown of the film's climactic church standoff, Rambo's raw emotional monologue, and the cathartic resolution between the tormented veteran and a sympathetic yet beleaguered Sheriff Teasle. Blending sharp analysis of Brian Dennehy's standout performance as Teasle, Richard Crenna's paternal gravitas as Colonel Trautman, and Stallone's

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50:36

First Blood - (Episode 11) - Mine Escape to Town...

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/11/07

Ryan welcomes Bob and Zip from the "No Redeeming Qualities" podcast to dissect a key action sequence from First Blood (1982), where John Rambo escapes a mine shaft, hijacks a National Guard truck, and unleashes chaos on a small town through daring stunts, explosions, and pursuits, all while the hosts intersperse humorous tangents on Stallone's physique, the book's darker violence, Italian heritage, and podcast crossovers.

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80:01

Expend4bles (The Expendables 4) - CGI Catastrophe!

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/10/29

In another Sylvester Stallone Podcast Network crossover, hosts Ryan Rebalkin of Going The Distance, Craig Cohen of Slycast, and Doug Greenberg of Rocky Minute reluctantly dissect The Expendables 4 (aka Expend4bles, 2023), Scott Waugh's underwhelming R-rated swan song that squanders a $100M budget on PlayStation 2-level CGI boats, forgettable ship-bound climax, and charisma-vacuum newcomers like Megan Fox's abrasive Gina and 50 Cent's placeholder Easy Day. The trio mourns the franchise's

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77:46

The Expendables 3 - Mel Gibson's Revenge!

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/10/29

In a rollicking Sylvester Stallone Podcast Network crossover, hosts Craig Cohen of Slycast, Doug Greenberg of Rocky Minute, and Ryan Rebalkin of Going The Distance team up to eviscerate and occasionally defend The Expendables 3 (2014), Patrick Hughes' PG-13 pivot that swaps brutal R-rated gore for broader appeal, introducing fresh blood like Wesley Snipes' Doc, Antonio Banderas' chatterbox Galgo, and Harrison Ford's gruff Church replacement while benching Bruce Willis amid salary disputes

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85:08

The Expendables 2 - Van Damme Steals the Show!

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/10/29

In a high-octane crossover episode from the Sylvester Stallone Podcast Network, hosts Ryan Rebalkin of Going The Distance, Craig Cohen of Slycast, and Doug Greenberg of Rocky Minute reunite to dissect The Expendables 2 (2012), the Simon West-directed sequel that amps up the '80s action homage with relentless set pieces, meta quips, and an all-star mercenary ensemble led by Stallone's Barney Ross. The trio celebrates the film's non-stop gunfire, explosive Nepal rescue opener, and villainous

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89:07

The Expendables - Sylvester Stallone's Bullet Ballet

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/10/29

In a thrilling crossover installment of the Sylvester Stallone Podcast Network, veteran hosts Craig Cohen of Slycast, Doug Greenberg of Rocky Minute, and Ryan Rebalkin of Going The Distance converge to unpack the explosive 2010 action opus The Expendables, Stallone's directorial homage to '80s muscle-bound cinema. The trio dissects the high-stakes tale of a ragtag team of mercenaries—led by Stallone's battle-hardened Barney Ross—tackling a tyrannical dictator on a remote island, praising

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71:25

Rocky (Episode 15) - Love, Dogs, and Rocky’s Training...

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/10/19

In this episode of "One More Round: The Rocky Series Podcast," host Ryan, joined by co-host Katie (with Kyle absent due to an unforeseen event), dives into the Rocky franchise with a focus on a heartfelt scene where Adrian tends to Rocky’s injuries after his meat-punching training, while also addressing recent developments in Sylvester Stallone’s life, including his new film Samaritan and personal struggles. The hosts discuss listener emails, including a Samaritan review from Donald and a

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69:39

Rocky (Episode 14) - Rocky’s Meat-Punching Moment

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/10/19

In this episode of "One More Round: The Rocky Series Podcast," host Ryan reunites with co-hosts Katie and Kyle to discuss Sylvester Stallone’s recent personal and professional developments, including his divorce from Jennifer Flavin after 25 years and his new film, Samaritan. The trio reflects on the emotional weight of Stallone’s divorce, wishing both parties well, and speculates on how personal stress may have fueled his public disputes with producer Irwin Winkler. They dive into a

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66:42

Rocky (Episode 13) - Rocky’s Emotional Turning Point

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/10/19

In this episode of "One More Round: The Rocky Series Podcast," host Ryan, joined by regular co-host Kyle and guest host Doug, replacing Katie, delivers a heartfelt exploration of the Rocky franchise, focusing on a pivotal scene where Mickey visits Rocky’s apartment to offer his managerial expertise. The episode kicks off with humorous banter about Katie’s absence and Doug’s introduction as the host of "Rocky Minute," a podcast dissecting Rocky films minute-by-minute. Ryan reads an email

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70:13

Rocky (Episode 12) - Rocky’s Heart and Hollywood Drama

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/10/19

In this episode of "One More Round: The Rocky Series Podcast," host Ryan, joined by co-host Katie and guest Jared Tockstein, delves into the Rocky franchise with a mix of humor, fan interaction, and deep analysis. The episode kicks off with introductions, spotlighting Jared’s podcasting credentials and his prior collaborations with Ryan on other shows within the network. Ryan addresses recent developments in Sylvester Stallone’s ongoing feud with producer Irwin Winkler, clarifying a

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72:18

Rocky (Episode 11) - The Rocky Universe Controversy

Sylvester Stallone and His Friends" Films Podcast ·

2025/10/19

In this episode of "One More Round: The Rocky Series Podcast," host Ryan, along with co-hosts Katie and Kyle, dive into a passionate discussion about the Rocky franchise, focusing on Sylvester Stallone's ongoing disputes with producer Irwin Winkler over the rights to the Rocky series. The episode begins with Ryan addressing a recording mishap and providing a disclaimer about insider information regarding Stallone’s lack of control over the franchise, particularly highlighting tensions

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