Rocky Balboa (Director’s Cut) - Episode 4 | From Pet Shop to Graveyard: Rocky’s Tour of Lost Love

We kick off with a heartfelt discussion on the recent passing of Hulk Hogan (Thunderlips from Rocky III), sharing personal memories and reflections on his impact in wrestling and the Rocky universe. From there, we dive into viewer comments, trivia challenges, and key differences between the theatrical and director's cuts. Plus, we analyze poignant scenes like Rocky's nostalgic tour of Philly with Paulie, unpacking themes of loss, regret, and moving forward.Whether you're a die-hard Rocky fan or just love inspiring underdog stories, this episode highlights what makes the series timeless: the raw emotion, iconic characters, and life lessons that keep us coming back. Our podcast breaks down every Rocky film minute by minute, blending humor, analysis, and fan interaction to celebrate Sylvester Stallone's legendary saga.⁠00:47⁠ - Hosts' Check-In & Life Updates⁠02:14⁠ - Tribute to Hulk Hogan: Memories & Legacy⁠05:00⁠ - Childhood Wrestling Stories & Hogan's Character⁠09:58⁠ - Celebrity Deaths & Emotional Connections⁠13:20⁠ - YouTube Comments: Fan Reactions & Discoveries⁠14:05⁠ - Trailer Reaction: New Sly-Produced Boxing Biopic "Giant"⁠20:09⁠ - Rocky & Robert's Relationship Analysis⁠30:46⁠ - Voicemail from Michael: Scene Insights & Director's Cut Differences⁠35:02⁠ - Trivia Challenge & Fan Debates⁠40:15⁠ - Answers Revealed & Score Recap⁠44:29⁠ - Scene Breakdown: Mason Dixon's Isolation⁠51:11⁠ - Rocky's Nostalgic Tour Begins: Church & Pet Shop⁠01:02:29⁠ - Ice Rink Memories & Paulie's Regrets