The Rocky Files

🎨SEPTEMBER IS FOR ARTISTS!! Welcome to episode 115! • Mike shares many, many paintings and drawings of his own from over the years • Stallone starred in CREED in 2015 • Al Bandiero from EP 15 is our "100 Episodes Ago" throwback shoutout • Thank you Dan West for the amazing Rocky II gift! • Thank you Larry for our "BREHM KO CANCER" bracelets! • A warm farewell to a pillar of the entertainment industry: RIP James Earl Jones • TULSA KING premiers on Paramount Plus on September 15th 📣 SLY COMMS!! Mike shares some answers to questions directly from Mr. Stallone! 🤩TONIGHT meet JOEL TESCH! He’s simply an all around great guy who just happens to have massive talent and most importantly, is a huge Rocky fan! We had a great conversation and he was a pleasure to have on the podcast! Joel shares his journey into painting and how Rocky has inspired him along the way! Do. Not. Miss this massive Rocky fan with incredible artistic talent! ➡️ Joel can be found on Instagram @artbyjoeltesch ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🌟After a busy August break, Mike & Stacy are BACK! • Somewhere along the way, Darth Vader invaded Mike's Rocky Room. Mike opens by explaining how he survived the encounter! • Shout out to Paulo Estudante from episode 14, our throwback to 100 Episodes Ago! • Expendables 3 hit theaters in 2014! • Another Rocky statue?!!? Thank you Tony DeGennaro for sending along Sly’s comment to your post! • Carl Weathers finally gets a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Thank you Larry Brehm for sending those fantastic pictures! • Congratulations Brooklyn Gonzalez! You my dear are officially in remission! • Thank you Christina Pecile for your generosity! Loving my bracelet and scented oils! Love, Stacy • Rozzy Balboa Rocks! Berlin Beware because Roz is ON THE WAY! You can do it ROZ! Win Rozzy Win!! 🤩 MEET DAVE SANTIA! MEET THE ARTIST BEHIND THESE COMIC BOOK COVERS! Mr. Dave Santia joins The Rocky Files to discuss how this idea was born. What could you paint in 7 minutes? Dave Santia, also a speed painter, shares how being an artist brought him further than he ever imagined! He applies his talent in ways that benefits other - This Rocky fan has used his artistic abilities to raise over a million dollars in charitable donations. Absolutely love it Dave - you have a true Rocky heart! ➡️ Dave can be found on Instagram @davesantia ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🥊 EP 113 is fast paced and full of inspiration: • Mike finds an economical way to keep it cool when the heat is on! • A movie review of Stallone's two 2013 movies - can you name them? • Stacy and Richie Handibode meet in Tennessee! @richard_handibode_jr • A BIG THANK YOU to Joe Mangiaracina for your Rocky style generosity! @mangiaman23 • The Rocky Files Rewind, 100 Episodes Ago update from Joanne Yee of EP 13! @joanneyee5 🌟 Welcome SONNY MELENDREZ! This wonderful guest lives and breathes inspiration! Sonny appeared in ROCKY II as a reporter during the Apollo/Rocky rematch press conference. Sonny joins The Rocky Files to share his life’s journey as well as his opinions on Sly and the influence of Rocky! ↪️ From www.sonnymelendrez.com: “Sonny Melendrez is in the business of inspiration. Motivating others has always been an important element in the life of this dynamic radio and television personality, author and inspirational speaker. Twice named Billboard Magazine‘s “National Radio Personality of the Year,” his enthusiasm for life is evident as host of local and national radio and television programs.” This gentleman’s list of accomplishments goes on and on, yet all the while he’s humble, kind and inspiring. Tune in to hear about his three pillars of success. Wise words from a man who understands what it takes to succeed! ↪️ Sonny Melendrez can be found on Instagram ‪@SonnyMelendrez‬ 🎥 Check out his TEDx "Intentional Enthusiasm"  • Intentional Enthusiasm: How to accele...   ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🥊After two weeks off, Mike and Stacy open with: • Senior Care updates from Stacy • Happy Birthday Sly! • The Rocky Files is 3 Years old - Happy Anniversary! 🎥 The year was 2012 and Sly had a ton going on - can you name the three main things he was up to? 🎭The Rocky Files loves ANDY KARL! Why you ask?? Because Andy knows the good Mikes from the “bad” Mikes! Tonight the “good” Mike shares how he came to meet this amazing Broadway actor! Andy Karl played Rocky in ROCKY the Musical and Mike has nothing but high praises for his performance and his kindness! Andy is on Instagram @andy_karl ↪️ Our guest from 100 episodes ago: Rob Kerr! If you wanna hear from a guest that possesses the Rocky Spirit in true fashion, then Rob is your guy. Here's someone who never says "can't" and is an inspiration to everyone who knows him. Take a walk back in Rocky Files history, EP 12 is one you don't wanna miss! 💛What does the Holiday Inn have to do with the Rocky movie series? Mike explains and shows off the latest addition to his Rocky man cave. 🎉TRIPADVISOR puts THE YO PHILLY FILM TOUR in the TOP 10% of the “best things to do” WORLDWIDE! 🥳CONGRATULATIONS MIKE! What you’ve built through your perseverance and tenacity is a testament to what’s possible if you simply Keep Punchin!! Sly seems to agree! Well deserved my friend! ♥️ 🐾 Ever wonder what happened to Butkus? We’ve got the answer direct from the Boss himself! Sly sent in a voice message answering Mike’s question: what in the world ever happened to his beloved Butkus? Thank you Sly for sending this in to us! 🐾 🦮 Mike shares some sweet memories about his very own Butkus! One thing's for certain, all dogs go to heaven!! ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🦁 If you could do a voice over for a wild animal which one would it be? For Sly it's a lion! Can you name the 2011 movie? 🎥 Throwback to 100 episodes ago! Updates from Raminder Yadav of EP 10 ❤️ 👶🏻 Congratulations Mr & Mrs LUMIA!!! Can't wait to see pictures of your December 2024 bundle! 🥊 Comments from Sly are the BEST! Congratulations to Rick & Nick of ROCKYBROS1979 for such a validating response from the Big Guy! 💞 Mike really knows how to find the truest Rocky fans on the planet! Welcome back LISA BRADSHAW from EP 16! So many of us in the Rocky Bubble have or had exceptional fathers that, if everyone were so lucky, there’d be less dysfunction in the world. Tune in to hear Lisa share all the ways her father shaped who she is today! This guest is what “Keep Punchin” truly means! ➡️ Lisa can be found on Instagram @lifewithlisabradshaw ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🌟 Wait... The Ghostbusters Files? Mike shares his comparison between Ghostbusters and Rocky fans! 🥊 Stallone was very busy in 2010: Join us to find out how a pair of antlers could possibly be part of the events! 🥰 Throwback 100 episodes ago - everyone please check out Raminder Yadav from India of EP 10! 💥 The Yo Philly Film Tour gets endorsed by NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC!!! Congratulations Mike! 🎉Meet Nick Rodriguez & Rick Rodela of THE ROCKY BROS 1979! These two guys deliver big energy and lots of laughs to this amazing EP 110! These two guys are the real deal & have been Rocky fans since the good ole days! Do not miss the latest PERFECT addition to the Rocky Bubble! ↪️ Rick & Nick can be found on Instagram @rockybros1979 ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 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 episode 109! • Stallone in Bollywood? Can you name the movie and the year? • Updates from Roz Kosacz (EP 9 & 64) 🌟MEET DEBBIE REBECCA from AUSTRALIA!🇦🇺 Sometimes having to “wear all the hats” shows you a strength you never knew you had & this guest displays strength and grace all rolled into one. Possessing qualities from both Rocky and Adrian, Debbie brings big heart to a special episode about love, loss, family and perseverance. Debbie is a tender hearted guest who’s been looking for people just like US! Her heart, kindness, sensitivity and sincerity makes our group even better. Welcome Debbie, you have found your people! ❤️Additionally, how many of us can say our parents were like Rocky & Adrian? Maybe we had a mom like Adrian or a dad like Rocky, but how many of us had BOTH? Debbie remembers her parents with the sweetest comparison possible with her heartwarming stories. ↪️ Debbie can be found on Instagram @debbie_rebecca87 ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 The Rocky Files on Instagram: @therockyfiles • Mike: @theyophillyfilmtour • Stacy: @had_me_at_yo 🔵 Our FaceBook Page @therockyfilespodcast 🔗🌳 linktr.ee/therockyfiles #sylvesterstallone #rocky #rockybalboa #balboa

🥊 "I Play Rocky" is an upcoming movie plot about how Sylvester Stallone rose up from nothing to write and star in the best known movie series of all time. Mike and Stacy discuss some the challenges the idea may face as well as all the possibilities! 💥 It's 2008 - Did you see Rambo 4? We review the difference between Rambo 4 and the prior installments of this iconic series. 🎥 When Mike asks questions, Sly sends answers - TWICE! Mike sent Sly two questions asking for clarification on some movie set details & Sly being generous with his time, sent Mike two detailed and thoughtful replies! Thank you Sly for confirming Mike's inquiries. 🌟 Welcome OLIVIA FORD! This young lady is a boxing phenom who already has a long list of accomplishments: She is a 3 time National Champion, Ranked No. 1 in her weight class, a Silver Glove Regional Champion, a Golden Gloves State Champion, and the stealer of all hearts! Thank you for joining us Olivia - you have a rare dedication and passion for hard work. Your future is bright and many, many more wins are on the way - You are welcome back anytime! 🥊 Olivia's appearance is extra special for us because her amazing coach SHAWN MCFADDEN returns to The Rocky Files from EP 70! Rough beginnings can lead to a mission driven life. THAT’s exactly what Mr. McFadden is! Shawn is a current day Rocky and real life “student” of Stallone. NOT. ONE. SINGLE. THING. was ever given to this guy. Shawn has walked the walk (literally) through the same hallways as Mr. Stallone and nothing was gonna stop him. Millions have been inspired by Rocky, but for Shawn, it was a lifeline. Shawn gathered all of this life experience and poured it into being the best coach the boxing industry has seen in a long time! Olivia and Shawn have become our real life Rocky / Mickey pairing. ✅ Anyone interest in donating to Olivia's expenses for training, travel and competitions can send funds to her Go-Fund-Me page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/flowing-an... ➡️ Shawn can be found on Instagram @shawn_mcfadden76 and @cerberus_boxing ➡️ Olivia can be found on Instagram @its_ice_cream_man ___________________________________________________ 🐢🐢 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 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