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 Ro...
Latest episodes
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Bill Conti Interview
Ryan interviews Bill Conti. Not much more to say. Speechless on this side of the mic; grateful Conti wasn’t.The composer behind *Gonna Fly Now* and the *Rocky* scores — the steps,…
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39 min
Wayne David Interview
Ryan talks to Wayne David — writer and director of the intended feature *SLY & I*. The hook: you hit rock bottom and Sylvester Stallone appears to steer you toward the dream. A 4K…
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46 min
John Rivoli Interview
Ryan talks to John Rivoli — official licensed fine artist for Rocky and Creed, launching Icons in Art with Stallone’s notes on every piece. Jersey Shore, eight when *Rocky* hit, th…
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58 min
Michael Gelbart Interview
Ryan sits down with Michael Gelbart — comedian, screenwriter, author. Credits include *The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson*, *Comics Unleashed*, Starz, Disney Channel, TeenNick,…
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50 min
Mike Ricksecker Interview
Ryan found Mike Ricksecker the way he finds guests — #Rocky on X. Mike is an author, “ghostorian,” and the voice behind Hunt Road Media: paranormal investigations, *Edge of the Rab…
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51 min
Rocky V (Episode 15) - The Redhead in the Front Row Comes Real Cheap!
Ryan and Ruban are back on Going the Distance despite three time zones and a 10:20 p.m. start. Catch-up first: Ruban binged two seasons of *Cobra Kai*; Derek Wayne Johnson’s *Stall…
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56 min
Richard Gant Interview
Ryan sits down with Richard Gant — George Washington Duke in *Rocky V*. First-time interview energy: the promoter who pulled Tommy Gunn out of Balboa’s corner, the suit, the voice,…
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Rocky V (Episode 16) - The Street Fight That Ends It All
Ryan and Ruban finally reunite to close out Rocky V and Season 5 of Going the Distance.After the press conference, Tommy is still boiling about living in Rocky’s shadow. Duke fans…
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34 min
Rocky V (Episode 14) - Home Team: Rocky and Robert Make Peace
Ryan flies solo for this installment of Going the Distance as he continues the Rocky V breakdown.After the emotional street conversation with Adrian, Rocky tracks down his son outs…
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48 min
Rocky V (Episode 13) - Robert and Rocky Finally Hash It Out
Ryan is joined by special guest host Adrian Wallet (Arcade Attack Retro Gaming Podcast) for one of the most emotionally charged stretches of Rocky V.Robert and Rocky finally sit do…
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49 min
Rocky V (Episode 12) - Christmas Chaos: Robert Unloads on Rocky
Ryan and guest host Kyle continue their Rocky V breakdown with one of the most emotionally charged stretches of the film.It’s Christmas at the Balboa house. Adrian does her best to…
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Rocky V (Episode 11) - From Protégé to Problem: Tommy Gunn’s Turning Point
Ryan and guest host Kyle dig into one of the most frustrating stretches of Rocky V: the slow-motion collapse of Tommy Gunn.What started as a hungry street fighter looking for guida…
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Rocky V (Episode 10) - Coat Reclaimed – Rocky Jr Lays Out Chicky
Ryan and guest host Kyle continue their Rocky V breakdown with one of the most satisfying moments in the film: Robert finally stands up to his bully.After getting pushed around, lo…
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Rocky V (Episode 9) - Heart, Fire, and Headlines: “Balboa’s Boy” Takes Over
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 T…
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42 min
Rocky V (Episode 8) - Chickie Comes Back for Seconds: Robert Gets Laid Out Again
Ryan Rebalkin welcomes first-time guest host Craig from SlyCast – The Sylvester Stallone Fan Podcast as they continue their scene-by-scene Rocky V breakdown. The Balboas are settli…
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48 min
Rocky V (Episode 7) - Tommy Gunn Comes to Dinner: Too Much Garlic at the Balboas?
Ryan Rebalkin and guest host Kyle sit down for the next chapter of their Rocky V breakdown: Tommy Gunn having dinner at the Balboas’. The young fighter is now in the house, the fam…
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Rocky V (Episode 6) - Prison Yard Playground: Rocky Jr’s Brutal Welcome Home
Ryan Rebalkin and special guest Kyle pick up the Rocky V breakdown right where they left off. The Balboas are back in the old neighborhood, and Rocky Jr immediately finds out the s…
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50 min
Rocky V (Episode 5) - Tommy Gunn Introduction & Duke Confrontation
Ryan, Ruban, and guest host Andrew pick up after the Mickey flashback as the Balboas settle back into the old neighborhood. We cover Rocky giving Robert street advice on the walk t…
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33 min
Rocky V (Episode 4) - Auction & Mickey Flashback
We cover the emotional auction of the Balboas’ belongings, Rocky Jr. on the motorcycle, Rocky reconnecting with his old clothes and past, the visit to Andy’s bar and Mighty Mick’s…
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35 min
Rocky V (Episode 3) - From Wealth to Bankruptcy
Ryan and Ruban dig into the shocking revelation that the Balboas have lost everything thanks to Paulie’s power-of-attorney mistake, the shady accountant, and the irreversible brain…