Rocky III- Episode #865

Rocky III- Episode #865

From Zen Pop by Todd and Cathy Adams

April 21, 2026 · 1h 2m · Season 1 · Episode 865

About this episode

Cathy and Todd discuss the making and impact of Rocky III, exploring its cultural significance and behind-the-scenes stories.

Cathy and Todd discuss Rocky 3, the 1982 sequel where Stallone ditched everything that made the first two movies feel real and ended up with the biggest hit of the franchise anyway. They talk about where Mr. T came from, how Hulk Hogan got hired, and how Stallone dropped 40 pounds so fast it caused memory loss. They get into how “Eye of the Tiger” only exists because Queen said no, the statue that Philadelphia didn’t want, and an ending that freezes mid-fight. Also Paulie, because there’s always something to say about Paulie. Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy’s Substack Order Restoring our Girls Join Team Zen Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com . This week’s sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. David Serrano- Certified Financial Planner- 815-370-3780 MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us…

People in this episode

Hosts: Cathy Adams, Todd Adams

Topics covered

  • Rocky III
  • film analysis
  • 1980s cinema
  • pop culture
  • sports movies

Keywords

  • Rocky III
  • Stallone
  • Eye of the Tiger
  • Mr. T
  • Hulk Hogan
  • 1982 film
  • Paulie
  • film history

Sponsors

Avid Co, MenLiving, Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Queen

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