Archive FM

Talky Balboa

Episode 5: Rocky V - 1990

Welcome back to Talky Balboa, the podcast that takes you the distance with in-depth discussions of the Rocky franchise! This week, we're tackling the often-maligned, the controversial, the… Rocky V. Considered by many the black sheep of the family, this film took a sharp turn from the bombastic heights of Rocky IV, leaving many fans feeling more bruised than triumphant.

Join Logan and Ty as they step back into the ring (or perhaps the street?) to dissect Rocky V. Was it a knockout? A stumble? Or something in between? They'll delve into the film's unique 90s hip-hop vibes, exploring how this stylistic shift impacted the overall feel of the movie and its departure from the previous installments. They'll also examine the financial woes that plague the Balboa family and the complex mentor-student relationship between Rocky and Tommy "The Machine" Gunn - and of course young Robert.

Was Rocky V a misstep or a misunderstood masterpiece? Tune in to find out! And don't forget to share your own thoughts on this divisive chapter in the Rocky saga. 

We love hearing from you! You can also follow us on Instagram @TalkyBalboa for more Rocky content and updates!

If you have thoughts on the upcoming Rocky Balboa - 2006 film. Send us a message on Speak Pipe.

Finally, we're excited to announce our brand new Ko-Fi page! If you enjoy Talky Balboa and want to support the podcast, you can now contribute at ko-fi.com/talkybalboa. Any support is greatly appreciated and helps us keep bringing you the best content! Thanks for listening!
Broadcast on:
30 Jan 2025

Welcome back to Talky Balboa, the podcast that takes you the distance with in-depth discussions of the Rocky franchise! This week, we're tackling the often-maligned, the controversial, the… Rocky V. Considered by many the black sheep of the family, this film took a sharp turn from the bombastic heights of Rocky IV, leaving many fans feeling more bruised than triumphant.

Join Logan and Ty as they step back into the ring (or perhaps the street?) to dissect Rocky V. Was it a knockout? A stumble? Or something in between? They'll delve into the film's unique 90s hip-hop vibes, exploring how this stylistic shift impacted the overall feel of the movie and its departure from the previous installments. They'll also examine the financial woes that plague the Balboa family and the complex mentor-student relationship between Rocky and Tommy "The Machine" Gunn - and of course young Robert.

Was Rocky V a misstep or a misunderstood masterpiece? Tune in to find out! And don't forget to share your own thoughts on this divisive chapter in the Rocky saga. 

We love hearing from you! You can also follow us on Instagram @TalkyBalboa for more Rocky content and updates!

If you have thoughts on the upcoming Rocky Balboa - 2006 film. Send us a message on Speak Pipe.

Finally, we're excited to announce our brand new Ko-Fi page! If you enjoy Talky Balboa and want to support the podcast, you can now contribute at ko-fi.com/talkybalboa. Any support is greatly appreciated and helps us keep bringing you the best content! Thanks for listening!