🥳 Welcome to episode 107! Our opening topics include: • An aesthetic update from Paige Gnagey from EP 7! • What movie was Stallone filming in 2007? • Some kick @$$ ringside news from Shawn McFadden of EP 70! • Talia Shire sighting at the Cannes Film Festival for Megalopolis! • Happy Birthday MR. T from Mike & Stacy and the entire Rocky Bubble - Keep Punchin Sir! 🎤🌟Let’s get ready to rumblllllllle!!! If you’re a fan of the WWE, we found your guru - Welcome Back MICHAEL DELSS! Mikey D. has been a fan of the Rocky character since he was in grade school, along with being a fan of professional wrestling! He’s been involved in the world of professional wrestling for nearly 15 years as a referee, ring announcer and competitor . Additionally, he is one of the show runners of the DIRTY UGLY WRESTLING PODCAST - Currently one of the the top 10 professional wrestling / WWE podcasts available! 🥊 Fresh off of a trip to Philadelphia for WrestleMania 40, Michael shares stories from two back-to-back nights of WrestleMania at Lincoln Financial Field home of the Philadelphia Eagles! Do not miss this high energy deep dive into all things wrestling! Thank you Mike for being such a fun and informative guest! We should have introduced you as Professor WWE!! ↪️ Michael Delss can be found on Instagram @mikeyd_duwpodcast and also from his previous appearance in EP 74! 🥰 In closing to this wonderful episode, we wish to send Sly and Jen a very sincere Happy Anniversary! There are many seasons to marriage and you both have weathered the ups and downs. Thank you for being an example of true commitment and teamwork! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🥰 Episode 106 opens with an update on Mr. Kunda Sr and several Get Well wishes from the Rocky Bubble! • Happy Mother's Day to all the Rocky moms! • Congratulations Sarah - Belmont University Graduate! • Gazzo's Steaks - Mike's new "go-to" restaurant! • Epic ROCKY BALBOA Mashup by DJ extraordinaire: Chris Mihas (EP 102)! • 100 episodes ago = Lorenzo Leonard! Our EP 6 guests sends in an update! 🥊 What was Sly up to in 2006? Mike and Stacy review and discuss the courtroom scene from ROCKY BALBOA. Rocky exits with a mic-drop! ❤️ Welcome Tara Vaporidis! Born in Kenya, living in Toronto, this lovely guest is another perfect addition to the Rocky Bubble!! Thanks to her father, Rocky became part of her life at only 6 years old. What is the result? A heart full of love, kindness & compassion! Tara absorbed every single lesson Rocky ever taught us and her spirit shines from start to finish! ✅ Tara can be found on Instagram @taravaporidis __________________________________________________ ↪️ Sarah Walsh Media Management on Instagram @_sarah.walsh ↪️ Gazzo's Steaks on Instagram @gazzossteaks ↪️ Chris Mihas on Instagram @cmentertainment95      -ROCKY BALBOA Mashup link:    • ROCKY BALBOA Mashup   ↪️ Lorenzo Leonard on Instagram @lorenzoleonard321 @silverscreenplaybook @beinganactor2024 __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🌟 Mike shares more fantastic behind-the-scenes answers from Sly regarding the Tough Gym filming location! 💥 Episode 5 guest update: Chris Wynne! Chris on Instagram: @balboaboy1977 🥊 Kirsty Strain has a Cliffhanger close call! Kirsty on Instagram: @kirststrain ❤️ Lisa Bradshaw can help with your mindset and that ONE THING still left on your TO DO list! Lisa on Instagram: @lisabradshaw.co ✅ Sly began filming ROCKY BALBOA in 2005 and Mike's career begins! ♥️ Welcome TRISH TODISCO! How many times has Rocky been the best companion you’ve ever had? For most of us here in “the bubble” that’s an impossible number to count. This special guest has found Rocky on her shoulder since she was a young child. Rocky’s “friendship” has brought her a long way & her interview radiates love, respect and gratitude. Trish is a shining example of why we started this podcast: To showcase fans who’ve applied the Rocky philosophy to their lives & Trish brings it all! ➡️ You can find Trish on Instagram @yaytrishpostedagain __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

💥Welcome to a jam-packed episode: 104 doesn't disappoint! 🥇What were you up to in 2004? Do you remember what event Stallone participated in that year? 🤗Rocky Bubble updates on: • Roz Kosacz (EP 9 & 64) • Larry Brehm (EP 42) • Joanne Yee (EP 13) • Ami Immergluck (EP 4) @joanneyee5 @rozkruns @larrybrehm @singinagain4u 🥊 MEET FRANK R! When you’re the brother of Jess The Runner (EP 49), it’s hard to be anything BUT amazing! It’s clearly in the DNA! Tonight, hear from this very Rocky minded soul - both in word and in action! Doing what’s right and taking care of business when necessary, is how Frank lives his life everyday. (Who does this remind you of?) Protecting the innocent is hardwired into his heart which makes him another example of someone who “walks-the-Rocky-walk”! Body, Mind & Spirit, Frank truly covers all the bases! Thank you Frank for being such a wonderful guest. You're the real deal when it comes to living the Rocky Philosophy! __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🥊 WWE 40 just wrapped up in Philadelphia! The Sly Stallone Shop working with the tourism bureau and the “Make-A-Wish” Foundation, asked Mike to appear as Rocky. Congratulations to Mike for being asked by Sly to represent at this very special event for children of varying disabilities. 🌟 Stallone Y2K – we rewind and discuss some of Sly’s early 2K films 💥 OF COURSE I’M A ROCKY FAN contest update 💛 A special update from Danny Whatley (EP 3) 📚 Welcome MATT COTIGNOLA! This husband, father and teacher has a unique and clever way of spreading the Rocky philosophy everywhere he goes! (Where were teachers like this when I was a kid?!?) Matt brings that energy and enthusiasm we all felt at the end of every Rocky film! His excitement is contagious and his positivity is a wonderful reminder of the power of the human spirit. Raising his boys with all the Rocky tools, Matt has ensured they will become a meaningful force in the years to come. Thank you Matt for being such an uplifting guest! Folding Rocky into the fabric of your family will undoubtedly enrich your legacy! ➡️ Matt can be found on Instagram @mcotignola33 __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🤔 Can you name our guest from 100 episodes ago? Introducing a new opening segment bringing video updates from our "centenarian" guests! So wonderful to see the smiling face Austin Gomes from Episode 2!! 💥Contest Announcement: "Of course I'm a Rocky Fan!" Now accepting videos of you walking around your house showing off your best Rocky gear and collectables! Send via DM on INSTAGRAM! 🥁Meet CHRIS MIHAS - Professional DJ & Percussionist from of CM Entertainment joins us for episode 102! We take a close look at the difference between a re-mix, a mashup and a sampling & discuss how Bill Conti was a man ahead of his time! Additionally, Chris Mihas shares his boxing journey and information about Champions for Charity - a very special organization that’s near & dear to his heart! (Instagram @champsforcharitykw) Chris brings great energy to many interesting topics for this extremely musical episode! ➡️ Chris can be found on Instagram @cmentertainment95 __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🥰 Season 2 of The Family Stallone is our opening topic and no surprise, each member of this wonderful family brings so much goodness to the world and to each other. The Rocky Files loves them! 🌟 Several Rocky Bubble updates from our fantastic community - this group is full of the best people on earth: all of you are filled with generosity, tenacity, hope and love! ✅ Buy your Cerberus Boxing T-Shirt NOW to support OLIVIA FORD on her boxing journey: https://cerberus-boxing.creator-sprin... 🥊 When opportunity meets determination, you get JOE CIOLLO! ("cho-low") His story is confirmation that if you dare to “bet on yourself” you will not be disappointed. Joe's words will encourage you to remember YOU ARE CAPABLE if you simply dare to TRY! His advice echos Rocky in every way: Sometimes you have to make decisions for yourself even when it doesn’t make sense to anyone else. Joe understood this from a very young age and it’s served him well in many aspects of his life. Thank you Joe for being such a wonderful and sincere guest - Your heart shines through! ➡️ Joe can be found on Instagram @jrc__500 _______________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! _______________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🥰 A sincere THANK YOU to each and every one of you who've been with us on this journey. This podcast is dedicated to you and all fans of the Rocky movie series. Week after week and year after year, it's been a privilege to be part of a community that's become so warmly connected. We take care of each other, show support, offer encouragement, compassion and love. This Rocky Bubble is the only place Mike & Stacy want to be! 😊 To every one who was able to join us for this hallmark episode, we are so grateful for your time and kind words. Your smiling faces are what make this episode so special. As we move forward, we look forward to all the new people we will meet and welcome into this amazing Rocky family! 🥊 Sly - all of this is dedicated to YOU. We love and deeply respect you - not only for your contribution to the entertainment industry but for all the ways you've touched our lives in a personal way. You will never truly know how much it's meant to all of us. 💛Much love and respect to everyone! Mike & Stacy at The Rocky Files🐢🐢 __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🌟Happy 2024 to all of you in our amazing Rocky Bubble! Stacy begins with several fan shout outs as well as a huge THANK YOU for all the birthday wishes! ❤️ Mike shares what's been weighing on his mind and we focus on how, when, where and on whom, we should be spending our energy. 🤲🏻Who better than KIRSTY STRAIN to set the tone!? Her bright spirit and uplifting energy will start your year off right. Kirsty is an extraordinary individual who truly understands authenticity and guides everyone around to their best selves. As a communication coach she leads her clients to a more mindful and peaceful space. Kirsty can be found on Instagram @kirstystrain - OR - www.kirstystrain.com 🥰Thank you Kirsty for speaking to Mike's heart. Some moments require reminders of the strength we possess and the goodness we bring. All of us need to stand in our own light and not allow others to dim the brightness. __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone  #rocky  #rockybalboa  #balboa

🌟Happy New Year to everyone in the Rocky Bubble! Mike and Stacy catch up after being off during Christmas week. 🐜🐜🐜 Once again Sly proves that he can do it all - even a voiceover for an animation! Did you see ANTZ? Rewind to 1998 and give it a stream, as always, Stallone delivers and his talent shines through! 🥊Welcome back to our weightloss heroes and past alumni: •Adam James •Austin Gomes •Roz Kosacz •Stephanie Murphy 🤩Each guest shares their weightloss and fitness journey to better health! Get ready to be motivated by four people who’ve been there and got it done! ➡️Find these guest on Instagram: @adam.j.7679 • @docg31marine • @rozkruns • @smurphyvocalist __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🎄 A Christmas Surprise!! Sending a big Thank You to JOE CIOLLO for arranging such a wonderful group of friends! The Rocky Bubble means family & belonging and for Stacy, it's been a long wait! 👮🏼‍♂️ COP LAND dropped in 1997 - what were you up to? The Rocky Files duo does a quick review and shares what they were up to "back in the day." Mike's wife Sue, officially wins "best bride ever!" 🥊 BROOKLYN STRONG! Head over to www.bonfire.com, then type in "Brooklyn Strong" and you will be lead to all sorts of merchandise you can purchase to help support the Gonzalez family! 🌟 OLIVIA FORD is a NATIONAL CHAMPION! Congratulations to you and Shawn McFadden for this impressive win. It's a testament to your commitment to the sport and to each other! You both are the real life "Rocky / Micky" team! 📚 Meet children’s author JENNIFER BARONE! This guest is all heart and zeros in on what really matters in this short life of ours. Rocky has been a significant influence in Jennifer's life since she was a young child and it's been a guiding light all along. As far as relationships are concerned, what’s the best part of being a Rocky fan? When you’re an Adrian, you just KNOW when a “Rocky” shows up in your life! Our episode 97 guest explains meeting her husband in exactly this way. Luciano, never worry about how Jennifer feels. In our conversation she compares the both of you to our favorite couple in the whole world! ❤️ Jennifer, thank you for being such a lovely guest both inside and out. Your students are lucky to have such a talented person guiding them along in this chaotic world. Your books will certainly help these little children make sense of the challenges they face. Looking forward to your 4th book! Keep us posted! Anyone interested in purchasing these amazing books can find them on Amazon or Barnes&Noble. ➡️Jennifer can be found on Instagram @jennbar11 __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! __________________________________________________ 🔊 The Rocky Files Merchandise now available from Rick Babcock! Find him on Instagram @rockobob33 to order your t-shirts, hats, custom street sign or clock! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🥊 One of the best years of Mike's life - 1996 was the year he met the one and only Sylvester Stallone! Yet another story that never gets old! Read this and more in his book "Cue The Rocky Music" available wherever books are sold! @amazon 💥 Congratulations to Tony C. & Tony D. for the opportunity of meeting Sly on Philadelphia's inaugural ROCKY DAY! Special thanks to the City of Philadelphia for recognizing Sly in the way & special thanks to the Sly Stallone Shop for selecting the two Tony's from our bubble! Both are true and dedicated fans and understand the gravity of this meeting event! @SlyStalloneShop @visitphilly 🌟 Welcome Patrick Ganino! Hand-picked by the Sly Stallone Shop, Patrick is the creative mind behind the championship belt painting on the back of the building! He has a prolific portfolio that ranges in topic and size. From his website www.patrickganino.com: "He approaches each commission with an eye for the client’s individual taste and style, a passion for creating unique and lasting designs, and a wealth of experience in delighting even the most exacting clients. CT mural artist Patrick Ganino is the owner of Creative Evolution, a full-service decorative painting company that has operated in Connecticut and surrounding states since 1999. His clients have included successful business owners, celebrities, and high-profile interior designers. His work has been featured in many newspaper and magazine articles, yet his responsiveness and personal dedication to clients remains his first priority. Over the past few years, CT mural artist Patrick Ganino has also been involved in television work for shows such as Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Bar Rescue, Tabitha’s Salon Takeover, and Ramsey’s Kitchen Nightmares. His ability to work under pressure and quickly adapt in order to meet strict deadlines enables him to successfully complete these demanding projects." @paganino1976 💜 Thank you Patrick for joining us for episode 96! It's easy to see why you were the artist picked for the job! ➡️ Patrick can be found on Instagram @patrickganino ➡️ His personal website: www.patrickganino.com __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! __________________________________________________ 🔊 The Rocky Files Merchandise now available from Rick Babcock! Find him on Instagram @rockobob33 to order your t-shirts, hats, custom street sign or clock! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🦃 Mike and Stacy catch up after Thanksgiving break and take some time to brag about a couple Rocky Bubble superstars! (Rick & Roz are the bomb-dot-com!) 🤖 "Judge Dredd" kept Sly very busy in 1995! Mike shares a HUGE moment from the same year - if you've read the book "Cue the Rocky Music" you may already know all about it. Tune in to relive this unforgettable moment! ➡️ The new Sly Stallone Shop gets a facelift from a very talented artist Patrick Ganino - Mike shares a picture showing it's progress so far! @paganino1976 🌟 The first OFFICIAL ROCKY DAY arrives December 3rd! Are you gonna be there? ❤️‍🩹 Sly appeared on episode 102 of the Unwaxed Podcast with his daughters Sistine and Sophia. Mike and Stacy share their thoughts regarding this very special episode. Congratulations and kudos to Sistine and Sophia for a beautifully conducted interview! We appreciate you hosting your father and creating a space where he feels comfortable sharing such deeply personal details. @unwaxedpodcast 💥 Welcome MIKE LYNAUGH!! Mike is an impressive professional photographer who’s covered the White House Press Room, the Pentagon, Capitol Hill, NASA, the NHL and US Military! Mike joins us to share a few personal moments from his life where “keep punchin” was the only option… and it paid off! 📸 Mike takes us on a walk through Rocky history! Could you imagine knowing you were standing in the EXACT spot where all these images were born? Our episode 95 guest shares this amazing photo technique blending the past with present day, making these moments come alive! 💥 Check out his book “Ghosts of the Field” now used in many schools to help teach US history and make it come alive for thousands of students. More amazing talent, once again, gets added to our impressive Rocky Bubble! ↪️ Mike can be found on Instagram: @mlynaugh __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! __________________________________________________ 🔊 The Rocky Files Merchandise now available from Rick Babcock! Find him on Instagram @rockobob33 to order your t-shirts, hats, custom street sign or clock! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles

🎥 "The Specialist" from 1994 kicks off this episode and Mike finds the Wizard! Say what?!? 🌟 Thank you Tony Montalbano for sharing the key details on the mysterious Red Watch! 🥊 It's storytime again: Many Mike Moments on the way! It’s always a fun trip down memory lane…. All the way back to ‘93/‘94! Fun photos of "Rocky" and "Carter" are revealed! • Rocky Run Highlights! • Run Roz Run! •Raminder finally receives his surprise! ❤️Our episode 94 guest brings all the right stuff to this ever growing Rocky Bubble! Meet Jason Nike of Backtrack Cinema! Jason shares his love for Rocky V and how it made all the difference during a critical season of his life. He states “Rocky saved my life” and the rest of his story is worth every moment of your time! 🥰 Thank you Jason for your honest and open heart. We’re all connected by the same difficult moments and Rocky has provided a path forward. You are living the Rocky philosophy! ➡️ Jason can be found on Instagram @btcinema ➡️ Or on his YouTube Channel "Backtrack Cinema" __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! __________________________________________________ 🔊 The Rocky Files Merchandise now available from Rick Babcock! Find him on Instagram @rockobob33 to order your t-shirts, hats, custom street sign or clock! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles

🌟 It was a very good year! What were you doing in 1993? 🥊Who's ready for the Rocky Run? Stacy wants to bring the virtual participants together. She will be going LIVE on 11/11 at 3pm ET and invites all the virtual walkers/runners to join her! ➡️ The Netflix Documentary SLY has been a sensation and the worldwide reaction is varied and intense. Mike and Stacy dedicate episode 93 to discussing the many aspects and complexities of the details shared by Sylvester Stallone. Both professional and deeply personal stories stirred the emotions of millions; in this episode we discuss our "take aways" and our "wishes" for our favorite actor, writer & director of all time. Thank you Sly, for sharing your heart with the world. __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! __________________________________________________ 🔊 The Rocky Files Merchandise now available from Rick Babcock! Find him on Instagram @rockobob33 to order your t-shirts, hats, custom street sign or clock! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles

🥊 It's been a busy October - some exciting updates from the Rocky Bubble! 🌟 It's 1992 - how about a little support for "Stop or My Mom Will Shoot!"? 💜 Remembering BURT YOUNG - Mike and Stacy share a few excerpts from old interviews. Several fans give Burt a heartfelt shout out. Mike discusses some sweet and funny moments with Mr. Young. 💥 The Minutia Minute brought to you by: Mike Kunda! Sly answers another very interesting question from Mike. Perhaps some of us Rocky fans are thinking too much! 🤣🤣 __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! __________________________________________________ 🔊 The Rocky Files Merchandise now available from Rick Babcock! Find him on Instagram @rockobob33 to order your t-shirts, hats, custom street sign or clock! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles

😔 BURT YOUNG 1940 - 2023 • Farewell Dear Friend • You're All Heart Burt • RIP 💛 **** Episode 91 was recorded prior to the knowledge of Burt's passing **** ------------------------------------------------------------------- 🌟 If Siskel & Ebert say "Two Thumbs Up" then so does The Rocky Files! Mike shares some unknown stories from the 1991 movie, Oscar! 👻 Who's ready for Halloween? CONTEST ANNOUNCEMENT: Rocky / Stallone Costume Contest! If you're planning on dressing like any character from any of Sly's movies, please send some pictures our way. We will post them all! 🎃 🎥 Mike and Stacy take some time to revisit a few old video clips of Sly with commentary on Rocky, life's challenges and the importance of pushing through. 💙 Meet Richie Handibode! Life spares no one from difficulties and this story is no exception but ... our episode 91 guest is "Keep Punchin" personified. Folks, Richard is all about hope, courage and perseverance. From personal losses to medical struggles, much like Rocky, he continues to be good natured and holds a smile on his face for everyone. This former NYPD sergeant and survivor of 9/11, found a way to make a silver lining from such an unforgettable day, and improve the lives of those effected. This addition to the Rocky Bubble brings something extra special and deeply admired - the will and motivation to Keep Moving Forward! ➡️ Richie Handibode can be found on Instagram @richard_handibode_jr 🤯 Part 2 to "Cue the Rocky Music"??? Yes, you read that right! Mike is considering that it may be time to continue the story. I know... while the rest of us are out here like "Yeah! No kidding!!!" Time to get to it Michael! Who agrees with me??!?!? 🤔 Episode 91 closes out with an interesting question. One that we will be asking all of you: What makes a sports film a "sports" film? __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! __________________________________________________ 🔊 The Rocky Files Merchandise now available from Rick Babcock! Find him on Instagram @rockobob33 to order your t-shirts, hats, custom street sign or clock! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles

💥 Episode 90 brings us to the year 1990! What's the only film that matters that year!? ROCKY V!!! Mike and Stacy show some love to R5 and discuss the key take aways from this essential chapter of Rocky's life. 🌟THE SLY STALLONE SHOP is officially open at the base of the Rocky Steps! Congratulations to Sly for getting it done! It's been a long time coming and like everything else, Mr. Stallone makes the impossible happen! If anyone visits the new store, please send pictures our way! 🤣 FEDORA INTERVENTION: Mike needs some help! The Fedora Fetish is officially out of control. Of course, Mike has the perfect built-in excuse - work uniform requirements! We should all be so lucky. ❤️ Some well deserved shout outs to Jay & Deb Kunda, the one and only Roz Kosacz, and Expendables star Joanne Yee! 🥊Welcome Stallone Tribute Artist JADE ROBERTS! Meet an impressionist who possesses the utmost respect for all of Sly’s iconic characters. While Jade Roberts is inspired by each character, he is most inspired by how Stallone himself brings their qualities to life. Join us to hear from a genuine Stallone fan who brings these characters to life in ways even he never expected! ➡️ Jade can be found on FaceBook and Instagram @thejaderoberts 🎥 Video clip deadline for Back Track Cinema is October 15th! Jason Nike invites you to send a 30 second - 2 minute video clip explaining your favorite Rocky scene and why it means so much to you. Please send your video to Instagram @btcinema by October 15th! __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! __________________________________________________ 🔊 The Rocky Files Merchandise now available from Rick Babcock! Find him on Instagram @rockobob33 to order your t-shirts, hats, custom street sign or clock! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles

💥Vacation drama ensues between Mike and Stacy as they discuss the events of the past week. After much listening, compromise and therapy, the “divorce” has been called off. Sending a big thank you to Rick and Deb Babcock for the massive display of hospitality for Stacy and her parents during this random drop-in while driving through Syracuse. Rick’s Rocky Cave is among the best we’ve ever seen! 🌟 Stallone stars in Tango & Cash in 1989 and Mike gets swept off his feet in a McDonalds parking lot. Wait, what?!? Sue and Mike lock eyes in the drive-thru and the rest, as they say, is history. Mike’s explanation of this moment is the sweetest and Mike could never be where he is without his lovely wife Sue! 🎥 Mike and Tim star in Expendables 4… well, almost! The cutting room floor is a brutal place but we have proof they were there! 🥊 Mike gets an inside view from Mighty Micks Gym. Must be nice to have friends in high places! ❤️ Episode 89 is full of many wonderful updates from the best fans on earth – our very own Rocky Bubble! Stacy shares an exciting list of news from our Rocky family. ➡️ In lieu of a guest, Mike and Stacy discuss some key moments from Sylvester Stallone’s interview at the Toronto International Film Festival. Sly answers some rare questions giving us insight to his unmatched creative process. The full interview is available on YouTube at:    • SYLVESTER STALLONE | In Conversation ...   __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! __________________________________________________ 🔊 The Rocky Files Merchandise now available from Rick Babcock! Find him on Instagram @rockobob33 to order your t-shirts, hats, custom street sign or clock! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles

⏭️ In this rewind to 1988, the year of RAMBO III, Mike and Stacy get lost in Rambo Forest discussing several fun details and tid bits. Both share stories from their lives and what they were up to at the time. 🥊 Mike gets a call from The MANN Center in Philadelphia to participate in the Rocky event with a live symphony orchestra. So many wonderful moments happened that evening but most importantly who was there with him! The Kunda Family shows up for each other and his brother captured some wonderful pictures from this special event! 💥Welcome Mike's brother - Jason Kunda! The talent in the Kunda Family just doesn’t stop! Jason has a passion of his own and skills like his are becoming rarer with every passing year. Tune in to see the treasures he creates with his wife Deb and where you can find them! (Hint: Etsy) Additionally, Jason shares his passion for Rambo, Rocky, Family and..... woodworking! Absolutely beautiful products can be found at https://www.etsy.com/shop/JDKCraftsmen! ❤️Most importantly we get into a few little known secrets about Mike - We almost had to title this episode The Underwear Files! 🤣🤣🤣 There's no way to describe it - ya just need to tune in! The love and loyalty between these 2 brothers is a beautiful thing to witness. Kudos to Mr & Mrs Kunda for creating a household where a relationship like theirs can flourish. Their loyalty to each other is a testament to who the both of you are as people and parents. We all should have been so lucky! ➡️Jason can be found on Instagram @jkunda718 __________________________________________________ 🎙 The Rocky Files podcast is available on all major podcast platforms! __________________________________________________ 🔊 The Rocky Files Merchandise now available from Rick Babcock! Find him on Instagram @rockobob33 to order your t-shirts, hats, custom street sign or clock! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles