Talk Is Jericho
Talk Is Jericho
Chris Jericho
He’s a multiple world champion pro wrestler, lead singer of Fozzy, and a New York Times best-selling author. Listen in as Chris Jericho interviews some of the biggest names in wrestling, entertainment, comedy, and the paranormal. Don’t miss his unique, engaging, weekly take on all things pop culture.
Renny Harlin Talks Strangers, Nightmares, Pirates & Bruce Willis
Director Renny Harlin is a huge horror movie fan thanks to his mom, and cites Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho as his all-time favorite! Hear his take on horror flicks and movie-making in general, and how all of that shaped his take on his latest epic undertaking, “The Strangers: Chapter 1,” which hit theaters today! It’s the first in a horror trilogy, all shot at the same time, and all to be released within a 12-month period! Renny has stories from casting to shooting to the emotion & cry charts he made for his actors. He of course also talks about Bruce Willis and Die Hard 2, Cutthroat Island’s lack of success, why The Long Kiss Goodnight wasn’t as successful as everyone hoped, and he explains how he landed the directing gig for Nightmare on Elm Street 4 as a virtual unknown. Plus, Renny reveals the movie he’s most embarrassed to be associated with, the one he thinks is a bit overlooked and underrated, and the infamous drink he created and shared with John Cena.   STAY CONNECTED: TikTok: @ChrisJericho Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/   See The Strangers: Chapter 1 in theaters: https://thestrangers.movie/ 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
May 16
58 min
Anatomy Of An AEW Head Of Global Production
Before Mike Mansury became Executive Vice President, Head of Global Production for AEW, he spent over 10 years working in production at WWE. He talks about his start there as a production assistant, learning on the road from the likes of Arn Anderson, Fit Finlay, and Road Dogg, his relationship with Kevin Dunn and being his #2, and the best words of advice he ever received from Vince McMahon. Mike has stories about NXT and helping Triple H bring that vision to life, and what it was like when he moved to working on both RAW and Smackdown. He also recalls his scariest live TV moment when Jerry Lawler suffered a heart attack, the preparation they did in 2017 when Ric Flair was hospitalized, and what ultimately led Mike to leave WWE. Plus, Mike shares his AEW journey, the impact he’s been able to make at the company over the last 18 months, the changes he’s most proud of to date, his growth plans for 2024, and the young, upcoming talent he believes to be the future of AEW. STAY CONNECTED: TikTok: @ChrisJericho Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy 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
May 15
1 hr 3 min
The Unsolved Mystery & Murder of Rachel Morin
Jamie and John from Truecrime Cast return, but this time they’ve got a very personal case to discuss. This investigation is on-going and involves the murder of someone they know – 38-year-old Rachel Morin, mother of 5, who was brutally killed while hiking in her Maryland hometown of Bel Air. There is Ring doorbell footage, a sketch, and DNA of the suspect, but still no arrest. John and Jamie break down the evidence, discuss the suspect’s ties to another crime that took place in Los Angeles, theorize why this suspect remains at-large, and explain what’s needed to bring Rachel’s killer to justice. Those with information into Rachel's murder have been asked to contact the Harford County Sheriff's Office at (410) 836-7788 or via email at RMtips@HarfordSheriff.org. You can donate to support Rachel's five children here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/rachel-morin-funeral-and-memorial-fund You can see surveillance footage of the suspect here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czPjXOf-KVI STAY CONNECTED: TikTok: @ChrisJericho Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy 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
May 9
56 min
The Stardom of Dream Star Fighting Marigold
Rossy Ogawa’s departure from Stardom, the promotion he founded some 13-years ago, shocked a lot of the wrestling world, and initially caused panic among fans (and talent) about the future of Stardom! Matt Turner and Rob Goodwin from The Stardom Cast return to share details and provide insight into the circumstances surrounding Rossy’s frustration and ultimate firing by Bushiroad, his standing with the talent, how Stardom was able to save much of the roster, when Rossy really started making plans to launch Dream Star Fighting Marigold, and what they think the future holds for both promotions and Joshi wrestling in general. They also weigh in on Giulia and her impending departure to WWE, Mercedes Mone’s AEW debut and feud with Willow Nightingale, Mariah May and how she’s fairing at AEW with Toni Storm (and a surprise appearance by her former Stardom tag team partner, Mina Shirakawa), MIRAI, Utami Hayashishita, Yuzuki, Mayu Iwatani, and Tam Nakano. Plus, they discuss the comments made about Rossy’s Bushiroad departure by both Kenny Omega and Tony Khan. Listen to, follow, rate & review The Stardom Cast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stardom-cast/id1494788169 STAY CONNECTED: TikTok: @ChrisJericho Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy 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
May 7
1 hr 2 min
Tales From The Cage with Randy Couture
6x UFC Champion Randy Couture has a definite opinion about the upcoming Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight on July 20th, and a good explanation for why he’s predicting a certain outcome. He also has thoughts on Kurt Angle’s success in the UFC had that been an option for Kurt instead of the WWE. Randy breaks down his fights with Chuck Liddell, Brock Lesnar and Vitor Belfort, and shares great stories about his time in Japan including using the giant sumo wrestler toilets and fighting at the legendary Budokan Hall. He talks about the birth of the UFC, the ever-changing rules in the early days of MMA, his personal fight style, how the term "dirty boxing" was born from Randy’s first (and surprise) win over Belfort, and what it’s been like doing The Expendables movies with Sylvester Stallone, Bruce Willis, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and the rest of the incredible casts! STAY CONNECTED: TikTok: @ChrisJericho Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy 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
May 2
1 hr 15 min
Asher Grodman Wears No Pants!
The Ghosts season 3 finale airs tomorrow night (May 2nd) on CBS, and star Asher Grodman who plays fan favorite Trevor Lefkowitz, talks about landing the role, his audition process, when he found out his character was pants-less, and how the pandemic nearly ended the show before it began. He discusses the ensemble nature of Ghosts, what it’s like to do a sitcom, the difference between auditioning and acting, and how he learned to do both. Plus, Asher shares his Jacksonville Jaguar fandom and explains what inspired the short film he made for the team for last year’s draft. And he talks about his friendship with late, great actor Eli Wallach (of The Good, The Bad & The Ugly and How The West Was Won fame), and how he persuaded Eli to star in Asher’s student film. STAY CONNECTED: TikTok: @ChrisJericho Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy 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
Apr 30
56 min
How Abraham Lincoln Became The Top Star of BOOM! Pro Wrestling
Max Mitchell is the founder of the very cool BOOM! Pro Wrestling promotion in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and Brady Malibu is one of its top stars! Max explains how the birth of his daughter coupled with a bracket-style tournament to determine her middle name inspired him to start his own wrestling company. He and Brady discuss BOOM!’s use of comedy, their over-the-top characters like Abraham Lincoln and swimsuit model/evil lifeguard Brady Malibu, and how they adopted the television season model to build their own wrestling seasons and storylines. They also talk about selling season tickets to their show, keeping beer prices down, having Max’s mom involved in the ring, and their plans for BOOM! season 3 and future growth!   Buy tickets to BOOM! Pro Wrestling: https://www.boomprowrestling.com/ Watch BOOM! Pro Wrestling on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@boomprowrestling   Thanks to our sponsors! Pretty Litter: Go to https://prettylitter.com/jericho & use code JERICHO to get 20% off your first order. Factor: Go to https://factormeals.com/TIJ50 & use code TIJ50 to get 50% off your first month, plus 20% off your next month. American Home Shield: Go to https://AHS.com/JERICHO to save 20% off any plan. Rosetta Stone – Go to https://RosettaStone.com/JERICHO to get 50% off unlimited access   STAY CONNECTED: TikTok: @ChrisJericho Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy  Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy 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
Apr 25
1 hr 2 min
The Fast & The Funniest Kyle Kinane
Kyle Kinane tackles “The Fast & The Furious” and suburbia in his new special, “Dirt Nap,” which was directed by Bobcat Goldthwait and is streaming now on YouTube! Kyle speaks to his fascination with the casting, acting, and stunts in the Vin Diesel film franchise, and how it fits into his new comedy special. He and Chris also outline a script for their own future sequel, which leads to a discussion about Marvel, Transformers, and even Star Wars. Plus, Kyle talks about opening for Marc Maron, the art of live performance, the state of comedy today, cancel culture, heckling, and why he’ll never do anything else! Kyle Kinane live dates: https://kylekinane.com/ Watch Dirt Nap now: https://800pgr.lnk.to/DirtNapWE   Thanks to our sponsors! Pretty Litter: Go to https://prettylitter.com/jericho & use code JERICHO to get 20% off your first order. Factor: Go to https://factormeals.com/TIJ50 & use code TIJ50 to get 50% off your first month, plus 20% off your next month. American Home Shield: Go to https://AHS.com/JERICHO to save 20% off any plan. Rosetta Stone – Go to https://RosettaStone.com/JERICHO to get 50% off unlimited access   STAY CONNECTED: TikTok: @ChrisJericho Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy  Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy 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
Apr 23
55 min
The 9 Lives Of Dog The Bounty Hunter
Duane Chapman aka Dog The Bounty Hunter is sharing details from some of his famous cases, including his role in the hunt for Brian Laundrie and Gabby Petito. He explains what he uncovered in the case, and the way he went about the hunt. He also talks about capturing Max Factor heir Andrew Luster in Mexico, and some of the other harrowing adventures he had during the 8 seasons of his A&E reality show “Dog The Bounty Hunter.” He shares how a stint in prison for a crime he didn’t commit led him to bounty hunting, the friendships he’s made through the TV show, and the advice and help he received from Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne. Plus, Dog talks about the loss of his beloved wife, Beth, to cancer, the new love he’s found with his current wife, Francie, and why he’s detailed the whole story in latest book, “Nine Lives and Counting: A Bounty Hunter’s Journey to Faith, Hope and Redemption.”   Purchase “Nine Lives and Counting: A Bounty Hunter’s Journey to Faith, Hope and Redemption” https://ninelives.dogthebountyhunter.com/   Thanks to our sponsors! Pretty Litter: Go to https://prettylitter.com/jericho & use code JERICHO to get 20% off your first order. Factor: Go to https://factormeals.com/TIJ50 & use code TIJ50 to get 50% off your first month, plus 20% off your next month. American Home Shield: Go to https://AHS.com/JERICHO to save 20% off any plan. Rosetta Stone – Go to https://RosettaStone.com/JERICHO to get 50% off unlimited access   STAY CONNECTED: TikTok: @ChrisJericho Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy  Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy 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
Apr 18
56 min
Dig It! The Life & Times of Randy Savage
Author Jon Finkel interviewed a couple hundred people in order to write his new book, “Macho Man: Dig It! The Untamed, Unbelievable Life of Randy Savage.” And of course that included Randy’s brother, Lanny Poffo! Jon recounts how he tracked down Lanny, the first conversation they had, and subsequent hours they spent speaking about Randy before Lanny’s passing in February of 2023. Jon has stories about Randy’s childhood, his journey to become a professional baseball player, the circumstances that led to the launch of his pro wrestling career, and what it was like for Randy and Lanny to work and train under their pro wrestler father, Angelo Poffo as part of the family’s ICW promotion. He has details about the Poffo family’s time working for Jerry Lawler in Memphis, Randy’s early days at WCW, his feud with Hulk Hogan, his Wrestlemania match against Ricky Steamboat, his WWE days with Vince McMahon, and his real-life love story with Miss Elizabeth. Jon also talks about Randy’s untimely death, and the touching memorial that lives on at the site of his tragic car accident.   Purchase “Macho Man: The Untamed, Unbelievable Life of Randy Savage” HERE   Thanks to our sponsors! Pretty Litter: Go to https://prettylitter.com/jericho & use code JERICHO to get 20% off your first order. Factor: Go to https://factormeals.com/TIJ50 & use code TIJ50 to get 50% off your first month, plus 20% off your next month. American Home Shield: Go to https://AHS.com/JERICHO to save 20% off any plan. Rosetta Stone – Go to https://RosettaStone.com/JERICHO to get 50% off unlimited access   STAY CONNECTED: TikTok: @ChrisJericho Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy  Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy 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
Apr 16
1 hr 7 min
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