The Fright Before Christmas

Chad Stahelski is the visionary stuntman-turned-director behind the John Wick franchise. Now, he’s pulling back the curtain on the incredible journey of making one of the most beloved action series of all time – alongside the documentary filmmakers who captured it all.  Chad along with Wick Is Pain director Jeffrey Doe and producers Josh Oreck and Gabe Roth talk about the epic new documentary that chronicles two decades of behind-the-scenes blood, sweat, and broken bones. They share never-before-heard stories about financing struggles, creative battles, and the raw physical and emotional toll of making John Wick. They discuss Keanu Reeves’ legendary work ethic, the near shutdown of the original film, how Eva Longoria helped save the first movie, and why John Wick 5 may already be in development!   Wick Is Pain is available to stream now! 🎧 Listen to Talk Is Jericho on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. 👍 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes!   More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

25 Kesä 1h 1min

It’s been 50 years since Jaws first hit theaters and changed Hollywood forever, and Ross Williams from The Daily Jaws is here to break down the legacy of the film that launched the summer blockbuster. Ross and Jericho deep dive into the making of Jaws, from the nightmare production schedule and malfunctioning mechanical shark to Steven Spielberg’s unshakable vision and John Williams’ unforgettable score. They discuss the impact of the film’s most iconic scenes and lines, the real-life inspiration behind Quint’s USS Indianapolis speech, the brilliant casting of Richard Dreyfuss, Robert Shaw, and Roy Scheider, and how Jaws continues to influence pop culture, horror, and filmmaking to this day. Plus, Ross shares why The Daily Jaws has become the ultimate fan destination for Jaws lovers around the world. Check out The Daily Jaws: 📸Instagram: @thedailyjaws 🌐 Website: https://thedailyjaws.com/    Talk Is Jericho is now available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy 👍 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes!   More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

20 Kesä 1h 7min

Dr. Chris Nowinski returns with powerful updates on CTE research, nearly a decade after his last appearance. The former WWE Superstar turned neuroscientist details groundbreaking discoveries from Boston University’s brain bank, shocking data from over 400 NFL players, and how CTE has become the “punch drunk” disease of modern sports. He speaks candidly about the tragic case of Chris Benoit, violence linked to CTE, and the cultural shift in wrestling and football that’s finally addressing head trauma. Chris also reveals how WWE and AEW have embraced concussion protocols, why the NFL and NHL still resist, and what it will take to prevent, and eventually cure, this deadly, preventable brain disease. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisJerichoFozzy Thank you for supporting our sponsors! DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text JERICHO to 64000 Rula: Go to https://rula.com/JERICHO now & connect with a license therapist who truly cares. Your mental health matters!   More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

18 Kesä 55min

Kane Hodder is the legendary stuntman and actor who played Jason Voorhees in four Friday the 13th films – and he’s got the stories to prove it! He shares how and why he developed Jason’s signature breathing, his favorite kill scenes (including that iconic sleeping bag slam), and what it was like to stalk New York’s Times Square in full costume. Kane also details the near-fatal fire stunt early in his career that left him with burns over 50% of his body, and how he not only survived but came back stronger. Plus, he talks Jason X, Hatchet, and why he still feels a deep connection to horror’s most silent slasher.   Talk Is Jericho is now available on YouTube! 👍 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes!   More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

13 Kesä 1h 5min

Ralph Macchio talks four decades of The Karate Kid legacy – from the original 1984 film to Cobra Kai and the brand-new Karate Kid: Legends movie (in theaters now!). Ralph shares behind-the-scenes stories about the very first pitch he heard for Cobra Kai, his initial reaction to the idea, and how the creators won him over with their love and respect for the franchise. He also reveals how Cobra Kai brought together multiple generations, became a pandemic-era hit, and turned Johnny Lawrence into one of the most compelling redemption arcs on TV. Plus, Ralph opens up about his time filming The Outsiders with Francis Ford Coppola, his emotional connection to Johnny Cade, and what it meant to perform some of the film’s most iconic scenes. Hear about his memorable role in My Cousin Vinny, his time on Dancing With The Stars, and what it's like carrying the Daniel LaRusso character into the next cinematic era.  Thank you for supporting our sponsors! DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text JERICHO to 64000   🎧 Listen to Talk Is Jericho on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. 👍 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11 Kesä 48min

Legendary broadcaster Maury Povich shares incredible stories from his career including his early days in radio covering JFK’s assassination and the civil rights movement, breaking barriers with A Current Affair, and becoming a daytime talk titan with The Maury Povich Show. He discusses the origins of his iconic “You ARE the father!” moment, how he kept the show fresh for 31 seasons, and the surprising phobias, paternity tests, and viral moments that defined his legacy. He also talks about launching his new podcast On Par with Maury Povich, why podcasting reminds him of his early interview days, and what it’s like collaborating with his wife, fellow news icon Connie Chung (aka “The Chunger”). He has stories about Jerry Springer and Shaquille O’Neal, and fraternal twins with different dads! Plus, find out which interviews stand out most from his legendary career and how he stays so sharp at 86-years-young! Watch On Par with Maury Povich on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@onparpod Full episodes of TIJ available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy 👍Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔to stay updated on new episodes!   More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6 Kesä 49min

Former WWE Superstar Marc Copani, best known as the controversial Muhammad Hassan, joins for an unfiltered conversation about his short but impactful wrestling career, and the real-life events that brought it to a sudden end. He relives his early days in OVW training alongside John Cena and Brock Lesnar, what he learned from OVW’s Jim Cornette and Rip Rogers, how and when he got called up to the WWE main roster, his initial reaction to the Muhammad Hassan character pitch, and what it was like generating so much heat in a post 9/11 world.  He also talks about feuding with Mick Foley, Shawn Michaels, and The Undertaker, Eddie Guerrero, his relationship with Vince McMahon, his close friendship with Shawn Daivari, navigating Wrestler’s Court, and how the infamous SmackDown segment that aired after the London bombings effectively ended his WWE run. Plus, Marc discusses life after wrestling including his move to Los Angeles, his creative project with the late Shad Gaspard, and how he found a new purpose in education as a high school administrator in upstate New York. Thank you for supporting our sponsors! DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text JERICHO to 64000 Full video episode available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy 👍Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 Kesä 1h

Tommy Dreamer and Bully Ray pay tribute to the late, great Sabu, a legit innovator and pioneer in the business who put ECW on the map, and one of the most extreme wrestlers to ever step in the ring. They share incredible stories from Sabu’s groundbreaking career including his wild barbed wire matches, the time he taped up his broken jaw mid-match just so he could finish it, some of his more infamous high-flying spots, how and why he started going through tables, and all the lessons he learned from his uncle and mentor, The Sheik. They also remember Sabu’s match with John Cena that got Vince McMahon’s attention, the WWE’s original plans for Sabu, and why his WWE career pretty much ended before it began. They talk Paul Heyman & Sabu, Sabu’s aura and legacy, and how the loss of his wife, Melissa Coates, may have played a part in Sabu’s own passing. Plus, Jericho shares the crazy match that Sabu wanted to have with him on the Jericho Cruise! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🌐Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

30 Touko 1h 4min