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Unpacking the Real Stories Behind Rocky

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Ever wondered who Rocky Balboa's toughest opponent was? Join us as we unravel the legends and lore of the Rocky Balboa movie franchise with host Mike Bono and a stellar panel including Johnny "Fiddy" Falconi, Matt Altomare, Brandon Wiley, and Josh Himes. We kick off by reminiscing about our favorite non-Rocky boxing films like "Cinderella Man" and "Southpaw," before plunging headfirst into the heart of the Rocky saga. From iconic bouts to memorable characters, we debate and celebrate the moments that have left an indelible mark on both boxing culture and our hearts.
In a lively discussion, we spotlight our favorite characters beyond the Italian Stallion himself. Josh and Brandon find inspiration in Apollo Creed's complex persona, while Matt pays tribute to Mickey's gritty mentoring style. Meanwhile, Fiddy emphasizes the significance of Tony "Duke" Evers' fatherly guidance. We don’t shy away from critiquing Rocky V, agreeing its shortcomings make it the black sheep of the franchise. However, memorable comebacks and heroic feats in Rocky III and IV bring the magic back for Josh, who shares his admiration for their riveting story arcs.
The episode crescendos as we dissect the best training montages and music scores, pitting the raw intensity of "Rocky IV" against the emotional resonance of "Rocky II." We also reflect on deeply impactful scenes, such as the gut-wrenching deaths of Mickey and Apollo Creed. Wrapping up, we delve into the real-life inspiration behind Rocky, focusing on the historic 1975 heavyweight fight between Muhammad Ali and Chuck Wepner that sparked Sylvester Stallone's imagination. Tune in for a heartfelt tribute to a series that continues to inspire and uplift boxing enthusiasts and movie lovers alike.

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1. Rocky Balboa Movie Franchise Discussion (00:00:00)

2. Favorite Rocky Movie Discussion (00:13:00)

3. [Ad] Cammo Comedy Show Podcase (00:18:59)

4. (Cont.) Favorite Rocky Movie Discussion (00:19:23)

5. Reflecting on Rocky Balboa Films (00:21:33)

6. Rocky Movie Series Themes Discussed (00:26:38)

7. Rocky Movie Tragic Scenes Discussion (00:36:29)

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Indhold leveret af Mike Bono. Alt podcastindhold inklusive episoder, grafik og podcastbeskrivelser uploades og leveres direkte af Mike Bono eller deres podcastplatformspartner. Hvis du mener, at nogen bruger dit ophavsretligt beskyttede værk uden din tilladelse, kan du følge processen beskrevet her https://da.player.fm/legal.

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Ever wondered who Rocky Balboa's toughest opponent was? Join us as we unravel the legends and lore of the Rocky Balboa movie franchise with host Mike Bono and a stellar panel including Johnny "Fiddy" Falconi, Matt Altomare, Brandon Wiley, and Josh Himes. We kick off by reminiscing about our favorite non-Rocky boxing films like "Cinderella Man" and "Southpaw," before plunging headfirst into the heart of the Rocky saga. From iconic bouts to memorable characters, we debate and celebrate the moments that have left an indelible mark on both boxing culture and our hearts.
In a lively discussion, we spotlight our favorite characters beyond the Italian Stallion himself. Josh and Brandon find inspiration in Apollo Creed's complex persona, while Matt pays tribute to Mickey's gritty mentoring style. Meanwhile, Fiddy emphasizes the significance of Tony "Duke" Evers' fatherly guidance. We don’t shy away from critiquing Rocky V, agreeing its shortcomings make it the black sheep of the franchise. However, memorable comebacks and heroic feats in Rocky III and IV bring the magic back for Josh, who shares his admiration for their riveting story arcs.
The episode crescendos as we dissect the best training montages and music scores, pitting the raw intensity of "Rocky IV" against the emotional resonance of "Rocky II." We also reflect on deeply impactful scenes, such as the gut-wrenching deaths of Mickey and Apollo Creed. Wrapping up, we delve into the real-life inspiration behind Rocky, focusing on the historic 1975 heavyweight fight between Muhammad Ali and Chuck Wepner that sparked Sylvester Stallone's imagination. Tune in for a heartfelt tribute to a series that continues to inspire and uplift boxing enthusiasts and movie lovers alike.

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Our goal here at Shankitgolf is for everyone to have a great time on and off the golf course
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The Tactical Brotherhood is a movement to support America.
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Kapitler

1. Rocky Balboa Movie Franchise Discussion (00:00:00)

2. Favorite Rocky Movie Discussion (00:13:00)

3. [Ad] Cammo Comedy Show Podcase (00:18:59)

4. (Cont.) Favorite Rocky Movie Discussion (00:19:23)

5. Reflecting on Rocky Balboa Films (00:21:33)

6. Rocky Movie Series Themes Discussed (00:26:38)

7. Rocky Movie Tragic Scenes Discussion (00:36:29)

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