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Brad Gilmore returns to celebrate Back to the Future Day and finally complete the TIJ Back to the Future trilogy breakdown with a deep dive into Back to the Future Part III! Brad and Chris break down why the Western sequel was so divisive when it hit theaters, why it plays more like the original movie than Part II, and how Doc Brown basically becomes the leading man. They get into Marty and Doc switching roles, the Part II Easter eggs that pay off in Part III, Buford “Mad Dog” Tannen, Marty’s Clint Eastwood identity, ZZ Top’s “Doubleback” and surprise cameo, and why Marty never picks up a guitar! Plus, Brad shares the scary story behind Michael J. Fox’s hanging scene, how Mary Steenburgen became Clara Clayton, the time-travel questions that still don’t quite add up, the runaway train finale, and why Back to the Future may be one franchise Hollywood should NEVER bring back. Purchase Brad Gilmore’s Why We Love Back To The Future wherever you get books!Listen to Hall Of Fame with Booker T & Brad Gilmore -…

Megadeth founder and frontman Dave Mustaine returns talk about his new book, In My Darkest Hour: A Memoir, and the cancer diagnosis that changed his life. He shares how aching teeth led to the discovery of cancer, the brutal realities of radiation treatment, how it affected his singing, and why he insisted on including his family, doctors and bandmates’ side of the story in his latest New York Times bestseller. Dave also remembers his friendship with Cliff Burton, and reveals how Cliff’s love of Lynyrd Skynyrd indirectly influenced Dave’s guitar solo on “The Four Horsemen.” Plus, he breaks down the making of his legendary “Holy Wars” solo, talks songwriting, riffs, Megadeth’s new generation of fans, how an ongoing issue with his hand factored into his decision to make this Megadeth’s final tour, and the meaning behind the Argentinian chant that follows the band around the world. Purchase Dave Mustaine’s new book, In My Darkest Hour: A Memoir -…

Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready talks about his new graphic novel and companion album, “Farewell to Seasons,” and the real Seattle rock stories that inspired it. He shares memories of Andrew Wood and Mother Love Bone, how Chris Cornell welcomed Eddie Vedder into the Seattle scene, the making and timing of Temple of the Dog, and how Pearl Jam went from opening clubs to exploding on Lollapalooza and MTV. Mike explains why Pearl Jam never considered themselves a “grunge” band, why they stopped making music videos at the height of their success, and what it was like watching Eddie Vedder’s death-defying stage climbs during their early tours. He also gets into KISS and the Ace Frehley connection to the “Alive” solo, what Pearl Jam learned from Neil Young on “Mirror Ball,” how Stevie Ray Vaughan inspired Mike’s guitar part on “Yellow Ledbetter,” and why “Black” and “Alive” remain his favorite Pearl Jam songs to play live. Plus, Mike reveals his longtime love of pro wrestling and puts Chris Jericho in the hot…

Stuart Snyder is launching the SUMO Championship League In Austin, Texas this Saturday, October 10th! The former WWE President & COO reveals his vision for turning sumo into a full-scale live sports spectacular, creating larger-than-life stars, and building a true league with international talent, monthly tournaments, points, championships, and a season-long race to the Grand Championship complete with custom belt. He explains what he learned working alongside Vince and Linda McMahon, why WWE passed on the opportunity to buy UFC, and how he helped initiate the deal that ultimately brought WCW to WWE. Plus, Stu shares incredible stories from Reservoir Dogs and Terminator 2, including helping champion Quentin Tarantino’s first movie and a hilarious exchange with Arnold Schwarzenegger. Purchase tickets to see the SUMO Championship League LIVE! sumochampionshipleague.com.📸 Instagram: @sumochampionshipleague | @stusnyder Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.csom/ChrisJerichoFozzyLike,…

Asking the questions others are afraid to. Bunnie XO host of the Dumb Blonde podcast – the ultimate destination for comedy, trending and lifestyle. Get ready to dive into hilarious discussions about relationships, trauma, embarrassing moments, and all the realness life throws at us. Join Bunnie every week to laugh, relate, and embrace your inner healing. Available now: link.pscrb.fm/f0281/dbfdtij-ef0f3

AEW’s David Finlay breaks down his journey from growing up as Fit Finlay’s son to spending 11 years in New Japan Pro Wrestling, and ultimately making the jump to AEW! He talks training with his dad in a WWE ring in their garage, wrestling Fit’s final match, cutting his teeth in England, and surviving the NJPW Dojo with 1,000 squats, laundry duty, chanko and life as a Young Lion. David gets into learning from Hiroshi Tanahashi, Kazuchika Okada and Shinsuke Nakamura, his rise from underdog babyface to Bullet Club leader after Jay White’s departure, creating the War Dogs, and why becoming a father made him rethink the grueling Japan schedule. He also reveals why he finally left New Japan after 11 years, the decision between AEW and NXT, why AEW won out, and reuniting with Gabe Kidd and Clark Connors. Plus, stories from the insanity of Stadium Stampede, his favorite Tokyo Dome match, and what he wants to accomplish next in AEW! Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube!…

Bruce Campbell is back, and he’s got plenty to say about Evil Dead, Ash Williams, Sam Raimi, and his brand-new movie, Ernie & Emma! Bruce reveals why he’s officially done playing Ash, how meeting Sam Raimi in high school changed his life, why Stephen King helped save the original Evil Dead, and the crazy DIY tricks they used to create the movie’s groundbreaking camera shots and effects. He breaks down finding his groove with Sam on Evil Dead 2, why Army of Darkness nearly killed the franchise, and what really happened with the proposed Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash movie. He also talks Bubba Ho-Tep, The Adventures of Brisco County Jr., getting kicked out of the lead role in Crimewave, trash-talking Sam on his blockbuster movie sets, and why he believes Hollywood movies have gotten way too expensive. Plus, Bruce explains why he wrote, directed, produced, financed and starred in Ernie & Emma, how he’s taking the movie directly to theaters himself, and why this very different Bruce Campbell story is exactly the…

David Howard Thornton returns for a deep dive into Batman’s greatest villain, The Joker! The Art the Clown actor reveals how The Joker helped inspire his Terrifier character, why Mark Hamill will always be his Joker, what he loved about Jack Nicholson, and why he originally hated the idea of Heath Ledger playing the role! He breaks down The Killing Joke, the mystery of The Joker’s origin, his twisted relationship with Batman and Harley Quinn, and the actors who’ve brought the Clown Prince of Crime to life. Then David shows exactly what he’d do with the role himself, performing a Joker monologue live, and revealing what he’d bring from Art the Clown to his dream portrayal. Plus, he talks about Art beating Joker at the box office, getting a surprise message from Mark Hamill, and of course he shares what he knows about Terrifier 4, including its holiday setting, a “gnarly” new kill, and plans to explore Art the Clown’s origins. Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube!…

Michael Sweet returns to talk Stryper’s new album “Throne of Thorns.” He explains why Oz Fox wasn’t able to play guitar on the new album, what it was like handling all the guitar parts himself, and why they decided to be fully transparent about Oz’s role on the record. Michael also goes deep on Stryper’s signature twin-guitar sound, the Christian metal backlash that followed them through the ’80s, the hostile festival crowd they won over in just a few songs, and the moment he saw Stryper at #1 on MTV ahead of Bon Jovi! He shares the story behind the original “To Hell with the Devil” album cover, the controversy surrounding “God Damn Evil,” and how Stryper’s yellow-and-black look became part of their legacy. He also speaks candidly about how the excess of the ’80s sent record and video budgets through the roof, and why the band eventually filed for bankruptcy! Plus, the challenge of building a setlist after nearly 20 albums, the Stryper classic Michael struggles to sing night after night, and what he says…

Vietnam Pro Wrestling founders Rocky Huynh and Carey are back to tell the incredible story behind VietSlam, the new documentary produced by Chris Jericho about the rise of pro wrestling in Vietnam! They reveal how the original Talk Is Jericho interview unexpectedly led to the film, how they kept Jericho’s involvement secret from the VPW roster, and what happened when Chris gave up his tickets to KISS’ final show at Madison Square Garden to secretly fly to Ho Chi Minh City and surprise everyone! They get into the wild behind-the-scenes shoot, the water buffalo that brought production to a standstill, Rocky’s infamous chicken incident, and what it was like watching the finished film with the entire VPW crew. Plus, Rocky explains his shocking heel turn and fireball attack, Carey talks VPW’s run of sold-out shows, the launch of its women’s division and Viva Van’s role in the company, and how VPW went from wrestling without a real ring to working with New Japan Pro Wrestling! Hear how IWGP Champion Yota Tsuji…

Shadie, founder of the Sh***y Movie Club, joins Chris Jericho to celebrate the movies that are so crazy you can’t look away! He explains how The Room, Troll 2, Birdemic, Neil Breen and Samurai Cop became cult classics, and why sincerity is the secret ingredient. He gets into Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis, Cats, Battlefield Earth, The Wicker Man, the Star Wars Holiday Special, disastrous sequels, bizarre international remakes, and Nicolas Cage going full Nicolas Cage. Shadie also reveals how the SMC turned crazy movies into live interactive parties, the Gene Simmons movie that gave SMC its first million-view clip, the insanity of I Bought a Vampire Motorcycle, and the completely bonkers Indian movie that tops his all-time SMC list! Purchase tickets to Shitty Movie Club: https://shittymovie.club/215/📸 Instagram: @shittymovieclub | @adventuresofshadieTalk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.csom/ChrisJerichoFozzyLike, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from…

Brian Posehn got a surprise call from Chuck Lorre that turned his Big Bang Theory character, Bert Kibbler, into one of the leads of the new spinoff, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe! He talks about finally getting top billing after decades in Hollywood, working with Bob Odenkirk and David Cross on Mr. Show, and his early sitcom run on Friends, Seinfeld, NewsRadio and Just Shoot Me! Brian shares the nightmares he had before shooting Friends, the encouragement he got directly from Jerry Seinfeld after multiple auditions, and the terrifying accident that left him paralyzed for 10 days and forced him to learn how to walk again. He also reveals what it was like secretly filming The Mandalorian, why he may be partly responsible for decades of Nickelback hate, and why stand-up is still his first love nearly 40 years later. Plus, Brian and Jericho go deep on metal, growing up in the Bay Area thrash scene, seeing Metallica, Testament, Death Angel and Forbidden, becoming friends with Anthrax, and why Iron Maiden,…

Stephen Dorff has been acting for 40 years, and he’s got the stories to prove it! He talks growing up in Hollywood, getting his start on Diff’rent Strokes, Roseanne, and Married… with Children, choosing The Power of One with Morgan Freeman over acting school, and the movies he wishes he hadn’t passed on (like Boogie Nights and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels)! He gets into playing Stuart Sutcliffe in Backbeat, working with Jack Nicholson and Michael Caine, why Blade changed action movies, and the freedom he had creating vampire villain Deacon Frost. Stephen also reveals how HBO’s True Detective came along during one of the darkest periods of his life, what it was like working opposite Mahershala Ali, why he had so much fun battling Danny McBride on The Righteous Gemstones, and what he learned making Lear Rex with Al Pacino. Plus, Aerosmith’s “Cryin’,” Britney Spears, Sofia Coppola, Johnny Depp, Oliver Stone, Old Henry, and the incredible way Stephen fooled his own father while making Wheeler! Thank you…

Steve Guttenberg celebrates 50 years in Hollywood with stories from Police Academy, Three Men and a Baby, Diner, Can’t Stop the Music, and his new movie, American Summer! He shares stories from the making of Diner alongside Mickey Rourke, Kevin Bacon, Paul Reiser and Daniel Stern. He explains how Police Academy made him massively famous almost overnight, why he walked away from Mahoney after four movies, and why he still believes another Police Academy could happen- especially since he has an idea of his own! Steve has tales from Three Men and a Baby with Tom Selleck, Ted Danson and director Leonard Nimoy, why he jumped at the chance to play a serial killer in a Lifetime movie, and what really happened when he stayed behind during the devastating Palisades fire to help neighbors and fight fires through the night. Plus, he talks about surviving five decades as a working actor, and why meeting fans who still love Police Academy, Short Circuit and Cocoon means so much to him. See American Summer in theaters…

Filmmaker Tyler Measom unlocks the wild rock & roll history of Hollywood’s legendary Sunset Marquis in his new documentary, If These Walls Could Rock! Hear how Bruce Springsteen came aboard after the movie was already finished, what happened when Slash met Keith Richards and his knife, and the story behind Ozzy Osbourne’s late-night poolside glass-smashing chaos. Tyler shares what Dave Grohl, Gene Simmons, Billy Bob Thornton, Sharon & Kelly Osbourne, Sheryl Crow and Morrissey revealed about the infamous rock star hideaway, why Courtney Love covered her hotel room walls after Kurt Cobain’s death, and how the legendary Iron Maiden firing-squad photo happened there. He also reveals why Roger Daltrey stormed out of his interview, what happened when Jim Marshall pulled a gun over an undercooked chicken, why today’s rock stars party very differently, and the Paul McCartney and Elvis Presley conspiracy theories he wants to tackle next. Watch If These Walls Could Rock:…

Documentary filmmaker Wes Orshoski spent nine years following original Iron Maiden singer Paul Di’Anno for his new film, Di’Anno: Iron Maiden’s Lost Singer, and reveals what really happened during the final years of Paul’s life. He shares the shocking reality of Paul’s health when filming began, why the planned 12-month documentary turned into a nine-year journey, the desperate move to Croatia for treatment, and everything Paul endured to get back onstage. Wes tells the incredible story behind Paul’s reunion with Steve Harris after 40 years, how Iron Maiden quietly stepped in to help pay for his medical care, what happened when Paul finally returned to Brazil, and why some longtime friends refused to appear in the film. He also explains how he landed James Hetfield for the documentary, the Metallica moment he wishes he’d captured, the decision to show Paul’s graphic knee surgery, and how Paul’s death changed the finished film. Plus, Wes looks back on making Lemmy, filming Motörhead up close, and his…

Patrick Renna shares BTS stories from The Sandlot including how he landed Ham Porter as one of his very first acting jobs, the original version of “You’re Killing Me, Smalls,” the scene that was rewritten for him the night before filming, sneaking into Basic Instinct with the cast, and why The Sandlot exploded on VHS and still connects with generations of fans. He reveals how his new YouTube comedy series Dugout Dads (which premieres TODAY 8/26) reunites much of the Sandlot cast as over-the-top Little League coaches, why it’s intentionally NOT a Sandlot sequel, how Danielle Fishel became his onscreen wife, and how he got Michael Peña and The Office’s Creed Bratton to do cameos. Patrick also talks The Big Green, working with Steve Guttenberg, his memorable “Bad Blood” episode of The X-Files with Luke Wilson, David Duchovny and Vince Gilligan, and why Ham’s future as pro wrestler The Great Hambino might have been perfect after all. Dugout Dads premieres today on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@patrickrenna📸…

Violent J of Insane Clown Posse returns to tell the wild story of Juggalo Championship Wrestling and how JCW went from wrestling made strictly for Juggalos to a promotion fighting for respect from the entire wrestling world. He explains what he learned working with WWE, NWA, MLW, GCW and AAA, why ICP’s changing reputation gave him confidence to rebuild JCW, and how Vince Russo came aboard and completely changed Lunacy, JCW’s weekly YouTube show. Violent J talks bringing storytelling, outrageous characters and old-school wrestling gimmicks back, butting heads (in the best way possible) with Russo over creative, creating Cocaine after the Blue Kane craze and the cease-and-desist that followed, and the JCW roster including Caleb Conley, Willie Mack, Luigi Primo, Brothers of Funstruction, Outbreak, Shane Mercer and Mr. Happy. He also shares insane “Gathering of the Juggalos” stories involving Tila Tequila and Ultimo Dragon, and remembers JCW’s legendary late-night shows featuring Roddy Piper, Mick Foley, Terry…

Legendary horror filmmaker Charles Band shares the wild stories behind Puppet Master, Ghoulies, Full Moon Features and more than 400 movies! He reveals how the infamous Ghoulie-in-the-toilet poster turned Ghoulies into a hit, why Puppet Master launched Full Moon and spawned 14 movies, and what he can say about the major Hollywood company now developing a Puppet Master reboot. Charles talks Re-Animator and his partnership with Stuart Gordon, From Beyond, Dolls, Tourist Trap, Trancers, Demonic Toys, Evil Bong and Gingerdead Man, how he sold movies from posters before they were even made, and why he never jumped on the ‘80s slasher craze. He also shares stories about discovering future stars including Demi Moore, Viggo Mortensen and Kelly Preston, casting Gary Busey as a killer gingerbread cookie, hiring Linda Blair for one day to turn Savage Island into his most profitable movie, his friendship with Stan Lee, the rise and fall of VHS and video stores, and how streaming completely changed the economics of…

Robert Romanus, aka Mike Damone from Fast Times at Ridgemont High, tells the stories behind one of the most quotable characters of the ’80s! He reveals the six-week-plus audition that finally landed him the role, why he decided Damone was an East Coast transplant, and how Cameron Crowe’s real-life high school experiment inspired the legendary “Five Point Plan.” He remembers working with Amy Heckerling, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Brian Backer and Forest Whitaker, and explains why Sean Penn stayed Spicoli for the entire shoot – right up until the day he wrapped! Robert also breaks down Damone and Rat’s friendship, the truth behind the Led Zeppelin IV scene, the locker-room line he improvised, and the pepper-eating choice he regretted after 30 takes. Plus, he reveals what was originally filmed in the infamous pool-house scene, why it nearly contributed to an X rating, and why he’s barely watched the film since it opened on August 13, 1982! He also talks Foxes with Jodie Foster, Fame, The Facts of Life, Days of Our…

Tiger King and Chimp Crazy filmmakers Eric Goode and Jeremy McBride uncover the wild world of reptile smuggling and illegal wildlife trafficking in their new HBO docuseries, Monsters of God! They reveal how rare snakes, turtles, iguanas and other reptiles are smuggled across borders, the staggering prices collectors will pay for endangered animals, why collectors risk prison to get them, and how they tracked down notorious wildlife trafficker Anson Wong (the Pablo Escobar of reptiles) in Malaysia. They also share Jake “The Snake” Roberts’ surprising connection to the underground reptile trade, Slash’s love of reptiles and contribution to the Monsters of God score, and what 15 years, 200 interviews and 1,500 hours of footage revealed about one of the world’s most secretive black markets. Plus, they talk Tiger King the pandemic's effect on the series popularity, what really happened when they realized Joe Exotic was trying to have Carole Baskin killed, and why they believe the Tiger King story ultimately went…

Jay Chandrasekhar joins to celebrate the release of Super Troopers 3, in theaters today (August 7)! He shares the unbelievable journey behind the franchise – from how the original Super Troopers nearly never got made and the Sundance screening that changed everything, to living in George Clooney's house and convincing George to produce the movie. He also talks about the record-breaking crowdfunding campaign that brought the franchise back, and why it took nearly three decades to complete the trilogy. Jay also explains why he believes R-rated comedies are finally making a comeback, and why the theatrical movie experience matters more than ever. Plus, he reveals absolutely insane behind-the-scenes stories from directing Burt Reynolds on The Dukes of Hazzard, working with Chevy Chase on the TV series, Community, and his involvement in Arrested Development. Super Troopers 3 in theaters TODAY! https://www.searchlightpictures.com/super-troopers-3📸 Instagram: @jaychandrasekhar | @brokenlizardTalk Is Jericho is…

Eli Roth returns to break down his wild new horror movie, Ice Cream Man, hitting theaters THIS Friday, August 7th. He reveals how the original idea for Ice Cream Man sat in his notebook for more than 20 years before finally making it to the big screen, why he wanted to recapture the no-rules spirit of Cabin Fever and Hostel, and how he packed the film with outrageous practical effects, over-the-top kills, and horror homages to classics like The Birds, Who Can Kill a Child? and Pee-wee's Playhouse. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from the super fast 19-day shoot at a local school, directing more than 100 child actors, playing the dad on screen, and why the kids had the time of their lives filming some of the movie's goriest scenes. Eli also explains how Snoop Dogg got involved, why Jack Black was originally supposed to play the Ice Cream Man, casting Ari Millen as the film's silent villain, and the filmmaking tricks that brought one of his most ambitious horror movies to life. Plus, why Eli chose to…

Michael Kiske joins Chris Jericho for an in-depth conversation about one of Helloween's most misunderstood albums, 1993's Chameleon. Kiske explains why the band intentionally pushed beyond power metal, how Kai Hansen's departure changed Helloween's chemistry, why Chameleon felt more like three solo albums than a true band record, and how working with producer Tommy Hansen, real horn players, live string sections, and Iron Maiden manager Rod Smallwood helped shape the album's ambitious sound. He also shares the story behind the lawsuit that sidelined Helloween for two years and the injunction that prevented the band from recording or touring. Kiske explains how those lost years affected drummer Ingo Schwichtenberg and the band's momentum, why the backlash to Chameleon caught him by surprise, and why he believes artists have to take creative risks. He discusses the inspiration behind songs like "When The Sinner," "Longing," and "I Believe," why he was blamed for the album's direction, and the events that…

Vince Russo returns to talk about his new book, Total Nonstop Agony, and reveal the real stories behind his years in TNA Wrestling. He explains how Vince McMahon tried to bring him back to WWE, why he chose Jeff Jarrett and TNA instead, and how the company went from weekly PPVs to national television. Vince recounts what it was really like working with Jeff Jarrett, Dixie Carter, Kurt Angle, AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, Bobby Roode, Motor City Machine Guns, Jeff Hardy, Hulk Hogan, and Eric Bischoff, and why backstage politics often became a bigger story than what actually happened in the ring. He breaks down how Hogan's arrival changed everything, why Bischoff became part of the deal, and how creative battles shifted the direction of the company. Vince also details how one accidental email exposed his secret TNA consulting role and led to his firing, and why he believes he became the scapegoat for TNA's biggest controversies. He also revisits some of the company's most infamous story ideas, including Abyss' magic…

Serena D.C. talks about the UFO sighting that changed her life, how a CE5 experience led her to work with Dr. Stephen Greer, and why she’s spent the last several years investigating UFOs, alien encounters, and the paranormal. She explains the shocking claims behind her new documentary The Hybrids, whether alien-human hybrids are already living among us, what Whitley Strieber told her about being "activated," and why the US government seems to be accelerating UFO disclosure. She also reveals what it was like to investigate and actually hold the mysterious Buga Sphere, why Jack Osbourne went from Buga Sphere skeptic to believer, and the alleged message hidden in the sphere's inscriptions. She also discusses the Nazca mummies, Reptilians, psionics, the Galactic Federation, what aliens had to do with the disappearance of the lost city of Atlantis, and why she believes humanity could be on the verge of its biggest revelation yet. Follow Serena DC & SparkTV📸 Instagram: @iamserenadc | @streamsparktv🎵 TikTok:…

Kim Coates and Mark Boone Jr. talk all things Sons of Anarchy! They share how they landed the iconic roles of “Tig Trager” and “Bobby Munson” after multiple auditions, why creator Kurt Sutter originally wanted a real Elvis impersonator to play Bobby, the last-minute casting changes after the pilot, and how Tig almost didn't happen. They explain what it was like filming the show's most brutal and violent scenes, why some storylines took a real emotional toll, how they approached their unforgettable characters, and the moments that pushed them as actors. They discuss Sons of Anarchy premiering the same night John McCain announced Sarah Palin as his Vice President pick, how the audience continued to grow with every successive season, why the series became one of cable TV's biggest success stories, and how it helped pave the way for a new era of darker, more cinematic television. They discuss the real motorcycle club advisors who kept the show authentic, share behind-the-scenes stories about Charlie Hunnam, Ron…

The Bread Basket Boys – brothers Zach and Danny Guarino – reveal how they turned a simple idea into one of the biggest comedy brands on social media! They explain how their viral sports-style drafts, Top 10 lists, Imposter game, 20 Qs bit, and comedy skits helped them build millions of followers across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, why authenticity beats chasing trends, and how they deal with going viral, internet hate, and growing a business online. They share stories about their first breakout Mario Kart draft, creating some of their most popular videos (shout out to Drake and Bo Nix), taking their content beyond social media, and what's next for the Bread Basket Boys. Plus, Chris jumps into the action to play Imposter, 20 Questions, and a few hilarious drafts of his own to see if he can keep up with the internet's favorite brothers! Check out The Bread Basket Boys - https://www.youtube.com/@thebreadbasketofficial/videos📸 Instagram: @breadbasket303🎵 TikTok: @breadbasketofficial Talk Is Jericho is…

Missy Hyatt celebrates her upcoming Dark Side of the Ring Season 7 episode, and sets the record straight about one of wrestling's most groundbreaking careers! She shares her memories of breaking into World Class Championship Wrestling alongside Hollywood John Tatum, working for Fritz Von Erich, the incredible popularity of the Von Erich family, and why Dallas was unlike anywhere else in wrestling during the territory days. Missy also looks back on marrying Eddie Gilbert, almost becoming Randy Savage's manager in WWF, why the infamous “Missy's Manor” was doomed from the start, and how her run in WCW transformed her into one of wrestling's biggest personalities thanks to “Missy Does The Mail” with Jim Ross. She has candid stories about Paul Heyman, Eric Bischoff, Jason Hervey, the sexual harassment and unequal treatment she experienced behind the scenes, her lawsuit against WCW, returning to ECW, why she ultimately walked away, and what it means to see her remarkable story finally told on Dark Side of the…

David Dastmalchian joins to talk about the journey from addiction, homelessness and living in his car to becoming one of Hollywood's busiest character actors. He shares how he landed his breakout role as Thomas Schiff, The Joker's henchman opposite Heath Ledger in The Dark Knight, what he learned from Christopher Nolan, and why that opportunity changed everything. David also talks about working with Denis Villeneuve on Prisoners, Blade Runner 2049 and Dune, James Gunn on The Suicide Squad, Kevin Smith, Ant-Man, and how Late Night With The Devil helped cement his place as one of modern horror's biggest stars. Plus, his lifelong love of horror, Halloween, comic books and Fangoria, writing graphic novels, creating worlds with Z2, and the projects still ahead, including Street Fighter, Shepherd, Dust Bunny, and more. Purchase David Dastmalchian’s Through (Graphic Novel): https://z2comics.com/products/david-dastmalchian-through-graphic-novel-standard-edition Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube!…

Jeff Jarrett and Dark Side Of The Ring co-creator Evan Husney breakdown the brand-new three-part Dark Side Of The Ring story about TNA Wrestling! They discuss why the TNA story grew from two episodes to three, how they got Jeff Jarrett involved, and what he brought to the production in addition to his emotional story. Jeff reveals what surprised him most after watching the finished series, and the first thing his wife Karen said to him after she binged it. Jeff revisits his infamous WWE exit that ended with Vince McsMahon personally handing him a check before he dropped the Intercontinental Championship, the final days of WCW, launching TNA from scratch with his father, Jerry, bringing in Kurt Angle, and eventually being pushed out of the company. He remembers Bob Carter, and his daughter Dixie’s initial involvement, how he convinced Bob to sign Kurt Angle, and later, Hulk Hogan to TNA, and how Vince Russo came into the mix. Jeff explains what made him return to TNA, and why he truly didn’t want to see Dixie…

The Pod of Thunder guys return for a special Fourth of July music episode! Nick, America’s Little Brother Andy, and Chris L. join for a Top 10 of songs about anything America-related, no matter how loosely! They reveal why Alice Cooper, Iron Maiden, Motörhead, Living Colour, Styx, and David Bowie made their lists, explain the cases for deep cuts from Tesla, Keel, Lizzy Borden, and Nitro, and debate Hulk Hogan’s “Real American,” The Beach Boys, and James Brown. They also make a case for The Clash! Plus, they share stories about wrestling themes, forgotten classics, patriotic anthems, protest songs, and the songs that remind them most of America. Check out Pod Of Thunder: https://www.youtube.com/c/podofthunder Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pod-of-thunder/id639350818 Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦…

Dark Side Of The Ring co-creator and Executive Producer Evan Husney returns to preview Season 7 of the hit VICE series! He shares how the show landed its first-ever three-part episode chronicling Jeff Jarrett's rollercoaster journey building TNA, how Tony Khan ended up appearing in the documentary, why some stories take years to make, and how the team decides which wrestlers, matches, and moments deserve the Dark Side treatment. Evan also breaks down the emotional stories behind Big Boss Man, Paul Orndorff, The Renegade, Missy Hyatt, Zach Gowen, and the unforgettable Samoa Joe vs. Necro Butcher bloodbath. He explains why some wrestling legends still refuse to appear on the series, and shares the hilarious origin of the title Dark Side Of The Ring. Plus, Chris weighs in with his own firsthand memories of Big Boss Man, Paul Orndorff, The Renegade, and Jeff Jarrett. Dark Side of the Ring Season 7 premieres on July 7th and will be available to watch live on VICE TV. Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube!…

Author, musician, and Jericho Cruise favorite Joey Cassata returns to discuss his incredible new book, Wrestler Rankings: The Complete Year-by-Year History (1975-2025)! Joey explains how he spent 18 months compiling 50 years of wrestling history into one massive volume featuring the biggest stars, champions, rankings, rivalries, and moments from every era. He and Jericho relive the glory days of wrestling magazines, debate legends like Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, Randy Savage, Dusty Rhodes, and the Road Warriors, and talk about how the territorial system gave way to WWE's global expansion. Joey shares the painstaking process of researching decades of wrestling history, recreating classic magazine layouts, and even using AI to bring iconic moments back to life. Plus, they swap stories about the Jericho Cruise, Joey's hilarious annual cruise gifts, KISS, and Joey’s gig as Twisted Sister’s new drummer. Purchase Wrestler Rankings: The Complete Year-by-Year History (1975-2025:…

Will Ospreay and Ricochet join to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the match that changed modern professional wrestling – their unforgettable Best of the Super Juniors 2016 classic in Korakuen Hall. They reveal how the match came together, why they never expected it to go viral, what was really happening during that iconic opening sequence, and how one 30-second clip sparked a wrestling debate that still hasn't ended. They share the backstage reaction in New Japan, why the Japanese audience embraced the match, the criticism from Big Van Vader, support from William Regal and Seth Rollins, and how the controversy helped launch both of their careers. Plus, Will Ospreay tells the unbelievable story of finally wrestling Vader after the fallout! The two also explain how they developed their gravity-defying styles, discuss the risks of pushing the limits in the ring, and reveal why fans (and wrestlers) are still talking about this match a decade later. Thank you for supporting our sponsors! Shopify: Sign up for…

Rachel Bolan returns to talk about his first-ever solo album, “Gargoyle Of The Garden State,” why now was finally the right time to make it, and how producer Nick Raskulinecz helped bring the project to life. Rachel breaks down the all-star guest lineup featuring Corey Taylor, Nuno Bettencourt, Damon Johnson, Danko Jones, and his Skid Row bandmates Snake Sabo, Scotti Hill, and Rob Hammersmith. He shares stories behind songs like "Big Stick," "Jet Black Universe," and his punked-up cover of Oasis' "Rock 'N' Roll Star." He also reveals the latest on Skid Row's worldwide search for a new singer, what they're really looking for, how hundreds of auditions have already been narrowed down, and what it takes to front one of rock's biggest bands. Plus, stories about taking Pantera out in the ‘90s before they broke big, touring with KISS, Aerosmith and Bon Jovi, bringing Johnny Solinger into Skid Row, the making of the legendary Road Kill home video, working with Bob Rock and Michael Wagener, and playing bass for…

Dani Means is “Voltage” on the brand-new American Gladiators reboot on Amazon Prime, and she’s got one of the wildest paths to the arena! Dani talks about getting recruited for the show through a DM, surviving the grueling Gladiators fitness combine, creating the Voltage character, working alongside The Miz, Wardlow, J-Rod, and other elite athletes, and what really happens behind the scenes of the massive competition series. She breaks down her favorite events, the injuries, the pressure of performing in front of thousands of fans, and whether a second season is on the way. Dani also shares her journey from representing Hong Kong in international rugby, training for the Olympics, winning a Powerlifting World Championship, earning her IFBB Pro card in bodybuilding, and chasing a spot at the Olympia. Plus, rugby vs. football, natural bodybuilding, life in Hong Kong, owning a gym in Los Angeles, and how becoming an American Gladiator changed everything. Thank you for supporting our sponsors! Shopify: Sign up…

Mike Mandell is a lawyer, content creator, and the author of Oops...That's Illegal!: A Book For The Wildly Curious (and the Accidental Outlaw), and he’s breaking down some of the strangest laws, legal loopholes, and everyday situations that could land you in trouble! Mike explains what you should NEVER say during a traffic stop, whether you can get a DUI on a horse, bike, or lawnmower, and why field sobriety tests are tougher than most people realize. He reveals how Florida became the home of "Florida Man," what police can really see in your Google search history, and how social media, AI, deepfakes, and Section 230 are creating slegal challenges lawmakers still haven’t solved. Mike also dives into landlord disputes, noisy neighbors, debt collectors, taxes, security deposits, workplace rights, bizarre lawsuits, revenge porn laws, cheating spouses getting sued, conjoined twins facing criminal charges, and the surprising legal truth about cannibalism. Plus, stories from defending plane manufacturers in crash…

Kim Thayil from Soundgarden talks about his new memoir, A Screaming Life, and shares stories and memories from every era of one of rock’s most influential bands! Kim discusses learning guitar, discovering punk rock, the early Seattle music scene, Mother Love Bone and Andrew Wood, Soundgarden’s unique sound, and how Chris Cornell evolved from drummer to one of the greatest frontmen in rock history. He talks about the frustrations that led to Soundgarden’s original breakup, Chris Cornell’s move to Audioslave, the band's eventual reunion, recording “King Animal,” and how fatherhood changed Cornell. Kim also reflects on Cornell’s legacy, their friendship, the impact of his passing, and the possibility of unreleased and new Soundgarden music. Plus, the time Gene Simmons called Kim’s house, the rise of grunge, and what it was really like watching Soundgarden become one of the biggest bands in the world. Purchase A Screaming Life:…

Paul Petrone breaks down the biggest, wildest, and most important Monday Night RAW episodes after WrestleMania in WWE history, all from his new book, Monday After Mania: WWE's Annual Reckoning Since 1993! Paul explains why the RAW after WrestleMania became WWE's ultimate performance review, and dives into Roman Reigns getting nuclear heat after defeating The Undertaker, Stone Cold Steve Austin's rise after WrestleMania 14, Shawn Michaels' babyface turn after WrestleMania 11, Shawn’s infamous "lost my smile" promo before WrestleMania 13, Bret Hart's unforgettable heel turn, Hulk Hogan's last great WWE run after WrestleMania 18, Daniel Bryan's fan-fueled rise, John Cena's polarizing reactions, Goldberg's WWE debut, and the crowd takeover that turned Fandango into an overnight sensation. Plus, Chris shares his firsthand memories from the legendary WrestleMania 19 match with Shawn Michaels, and his WrestleMania match with Fandango. Purchase “Monday After Mania: WWE’s Annual Reckoning Since 1993”:…

Director Scott B. Hansen, writer/producer Desirée Hansen, actor Gus Langley, and even Mae the werewolf join to talk about the wild new horror movie DEVOUR! Find out how a movie about a vampire metal band spiraled into a universe filled with werewolves, sirens, warlocks, minotaurs, zombies, demons, Civil War vampires, and total chaos. Hear how they cast the film from nearly 4,000 auditions, why Gus Langley turned down Marvel’s Thunderbolts to finish DEVOUR, and what happened when Mae the lycanthrope got insulted and walked off the TIJ set! They break down the practical effects, the seven-day werewolf transformation, building massive cave sets from scratch, mixing practical effects with CGI, working with Butcher Babies singer Heidi Shepherd, recruiting Civil War reenactors, filming 43 kills in 3.5 minutes, and creating one of the craziest indie horror movies today. Plus, exploding heads, exploding cars, a 12-foot Minotaur, horror convention reactions, surviving production setbacks, and why DEVOUR could be the…

Charlie Benante returns to talk all about the brand-new Anthrax single “It’s For The Kids,” the upcoming album “Cursum Perficio,” and why it took Anthrax nearly 10 YEARS to release new music! Charlie explains the Anthrax songwriting process, writing riffs and demos on guitar, balancing ideas with Scott Ian & Frankie Bello, and why “It’s For The Kids” was the perfect first single to drop. He also shares stories from recording at Dave Grohl’s legendary Studio 606, getting feedback from Grohl on the new songs, and the inspiration he pulls from bands like Iron Maiden, AC/DC, Metallica, The Beatles, The Cure, and Pantera. Charlie also talks about doing DOUBLE DUTY on tour with both Anthrax and Pantera, opening stadium shows for Metallica, touring Europe with Iron Maiden, and what it’s like honoring Vinnie Paul’s drum parts night after night with Pantera. He shares backstage stories about Lars Ulrich, James Hetfield, Steve Harris, and Sir Paul McCartney, explains how Anthrax accidentally helped launch rap-rock…

Glen Matlock returns to talk all about the new documentary, I Was A Teenage Sex Pistol, and why he finally wanted to tell HIS side of the Sex Pistols story! Glen explains his complicated relationship with Johnny Rotten/John Lydon, what really caused the original split, and why the “Glen got fired for liking The Beatles” story was total BS. He talks about writing some of the Pistols’ biggest riffs and lyrics including “Pretty Vacant” and “Anarchy In The UK,” the chemistry between himself, Steve Jones, and Paul Cook, and why Sid Vicious became the face of the band despite barely playing bass. Glen shares stories about reforming the Pistols with Frank Carter, the new generation of fans discovering the band, and what Frank brings to the stage. Plus, Glen reveals how he ended up playing with Blondie, performing with The Faces and Ronnie Wood, jamming with Sid Vicious in The Vicious White Kids, touring with Clem Burke, and why punk exploded exactly when it did in 1970s England. There’s also talk about Malcolm…

Andy Serkis is one of the true pioneers of motion capture acting, and is responsible for bringing some of the biggest characters in movie history to life including Gollum in The Lord of the Rings, Caesar in Planet of the Apes, King Kong, and Supreme Leader Snoke in the Star Wars sequel trilogy! Andy explains how he created Gollum’s iconic voice and physicality, why Peter Jackson put him in the scenes with Elijah Wood and Sean Astin instead of using a tennis ball, and how motion capture technology evolved throughout the LOTR trilogy. He talks about studying real apes in Rwanda for Planet of the Apes, wearing weighted suits while playing King Kong, and why Caesar from Planet Of The Apes became one of the most emotional characters he’s ever portrayed. Andy also shares stories from inside the secretive Star Wars universe, reveals his reaction to Snoke’s shocking death scene, and explains why performance capture acting is still misunderstood 25 years later. Plus, Andy talks about directing the new animated…

Frankie Kazarian is back, and this time he explains why he left AEW and returned to TNA, how one conversation with Scott D’Amore convinced him to come back, and why the company’s switch from Impact back to the TNA name created so much buzz with fans! Frankie talks about becoming TNA World Champion after nearly 30 years in the business, helping lead TNA into the AMC TV era, and why the company feels stronger now than it has in years. He discusses the backstage reaction to Scott D’Amore leaving, Carlos Silva taking over, the atmosphere inside the TNA locker room, and the company’s working relationship with WWE and NXT. Frankie also share stories about appearing at WWE for AJ Styles’ retirement celebration, Joe Hendry’s rise, Santana becoming TNA Champion, working with Shawn Michaels, and the current generation of TNA stars carving their own identity. Plus, Frankie talks about training under Killer Kowalski, getting career advice from Bret Hart, his friendships with AJ Styles and Samoa Joe, Phil Campbell & The…

Author Tom Doyle talks about his new book, Ringo: A Fab Life, and the incredible story behind Ringo Starr’s rise from Liverpool drummer to global icon! Tom explains why Ringo was the secret weapon behind The Beatles’ sound, how his unique drumming style changed rock music forever, and why the “bad drummer” jokes couldn’t be more wrong. He shares stories about Ringo’s wild Hollywood years with John Lennon, Harry Nilsson, and the Hollywood Vampires crew, the chaos of the Lost Weekend era, and the infamous drunken Lennon/McCartney studio reunion that almost became a Beatles reunion. Tom digs into about Ringo’s underrated acting career including Caveman and Help!, why Ringo became the emotional center of the Beatles, and the role he played in holding the band together during the “Let It Be” sessions. He also discusses Zak Starkey learning drums from Keith Moon instead of his own father, the creation of Ringo’s All-Starr Band, his Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction, and the possibility that the Beatles may have…

Jack Perry and Luchasaurus return to talk about the evolution of Jurassic Express, how they initially met and got put together, and what really changed once the AEW cameras started rolling! Jack explains the origin of Jungle Boy, transforming into “The Scapegoat,” being set on fire by Darby Allin’s flame thrower, and getting signed after one crazy flip at an indie show caught the attention of The Young Bucks! Luchasaurus shares the story behind the creation of the dinosaur gimmick in Lucha Underground, developing it at AEW, and working with and learning from Christian Cage. They remember wrestling in empty arenas during pandemic era, and what that taught them about character development, audience connection, storytelling, and wrestling for TV! Jack also has stories about his dad, Luke Perry, taking him to wrestling shows as a kid, training in a backyard ring at age 9, and the advice he got later from both Billy Gunn and Jericho! Plus, Luchasaurus details his recent battle with pneumonia that left him…

Led Zeppelin’s infamous Live Aid reunion gets the full TIJ watchalong treatment with returning Pod Of Thunder hosts Chris L and Nick Pollack, and first-time TIJ guest, Detroit radio legend Meltdown! Was Zeppelin’s 1985 Live Aid performance really the train wreck rock history claims it was? Or has the story been blown way out of proportion for the last 40 years? The guys break down the entire set song-by-song including “Rock And Roll,” “Whole Lotta Love,” and “Stairway To Heaven,” and discuss Phil Collins flying to Philadelphia on the Concorde to play drums with Zeppelin, Jimmy Page’s legendary scarf battle, Robert Plant’s vocals, the chaos behind the scenes at Live Aid, and why the band never reunited for a full tour after John Bonham’s death. They also talk Ozzy’s reunion with Black Sabbath, the conspiracy surrounding Queen’s iconic Live Aid set, the massive cultural impact of the event itself, and whether Live Aid actually reignited interest in bands like Queen and Zeppelin for a whole new generation.…

Nick Offerman is in the house and he’s breaking down everything from his buzzworthy new Apple TV series Margo’s Got Money Troubles to stepping into the ring and training like a pro wrestler! He talks about transforming into Jinx, working in the ring with Chris Jericho, and what it REALLY takes to survive wrestling training (hint: it’s brutal). Nick shares behind-the-scenes stories from set with Nicole Kidman, Elle Fanning, and Michelle Pfeiffer, reveals how he prepared for the role physically and mentally, and why this show feels different from anything he’s done before. He also dives into his Emmy-winning performance in HBO’s The Last of Us, the emotional impact of that episode, and how it changed his career. Plus, Nick talks about his life as a master woodworker, how not getting cast led to building a business, and what it’s like being “Mr. Megan Mullally.” Margo’s Got Money Troubles is streaming now on Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/margos-got-money-troubles/umc.cmc.6wgw0u6vuwydp6obbzzccup3w Thank…

Steve Brusatte returns to reveal the shocking truth behind his new book The Story of Birds – that the dinosaurs never actually went extinct. He explains how raptors like Velociraptor evolved feathers, how wings and flight may have started by accident, and why birds were the ONLY dinosaurs to survive the asteroid that wiped out T-Rex and the rest. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from working on the Jurassic Park films, what Hollywood gets right (and wrong) about dinosaurs, and the fossil discoveries that prove just how wild prehistoric life really was. He also gets into giant “terror birds” that hunted like apex predators, penguins the size of gorillas, massive flying birds with 20-foot wingspans, and the real reason birds became some of the smartest animals on Earth. Plus, how everything from a chicken’s foot to the pigeons on the street connects directly back to dinosaurs, and what that means for how these creatures evolved, adapted, and survived against impossible odds. Purchase The Story Of Birds:…