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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)
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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What is 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!