Talk Is Jericho

Gregory Iron was told he’d never be an athlete, but that didn’t stop him from realizing his pro-wrestling dream! Born weighing barely a pound and diagnosed with cerebral palsy, Greg fought through a turbulent childhood, abusive home life, and physical limitations to become the first professional wrestler with CP. He shares the incredible story of how one-legged wrestler Zach Gowen inspired him to chase his dream, how Johnny Gargano helped train him when no one else would, and how CM Punk once gave him the ultimate in-ring surprise and endorsement. Greg also talks about turning his disability into a heel gimmick, forming The Handicapped Heroes tag team with Gowen, learning from Colt Cabana and Brodie Lee, and even taking bumps from Big Van Vader. Plus, he explains how a torn pec led him to start writing his first book, and how he’s using his story to inspire others through motivational speaking. Listen to Iron-On Wrestling! https://open.spotify.com/show/3X3G5sgCIuF06s2JzDWHEb?si=9abd1ae5a0aa4882

Guitarist Jake E. Lee joins for a powerful conversation about his legendary run with Ozzy Osbourne, and the emotional full-circle moment of playing Black Sabbath and Ozzy’s final “Back to the Beginning” concert in Birmingham just weeks before Ozzy’s passing. Jake recalls how it felt to finally reconnect with Ozzy and Sharon after decades, the truth about joining the band after the death of Randy Rhoads, and the incredible story behind Bark at the Moon, The Ultimate Sin, and Killer of Giants. He also shares the terrifying night he was shot three times while walking his dog in Las Vegas, and how he’s fought his way back to playing guitar again. Plus, Jake talks about his audition for Ozzy, the chaos of those first tours, the Lemmy encounter he’ll never forget, and the real story behind his firing from the band. Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy

Darcy The Mail Girl returns for the 6th Annual Talk Is Jericho Halloween Special, and this year it’s all about Heavy Metal Horror! Chris and Darcy dig into the unholy union of rock and the macabre, from satanic panic and backwards messages to the riffs that ruled horror’s bloodiest moments. They break down cult classics like Trick or Treat, Rock & Roll Nightmare, Black Roses, Shocker, and KISS Meets the Phantom of the Park, and namecheck the metal legends like Ozzy Osbourne, Slayer, Alice Cooper, Motörhead, and Bruce Dickinson, who brought their music to the big screen. They unravel tales of record-needle reversals and whispered incantations hidden beneath riffs, anthemic metal songs made for slashers, possessed dolls, and blood moons, and why backwards audio terrified parents and fascinated fans. It’s satanic symbols, screaming guitars, and cinematic chaos to celebrate the loudest and scariest Halloween EVEERRRR! Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy

Chris Jericho tours guitarist John 5’s private KISS Museum, an undisclosed location housing some 5,000 pieces of memorabilia — all from KISS’s legendary makeup era (1973–1983). From Gene Simmons’ original Destroyer boots and Paul Stanley’s “Hotter Than Hell” belt to Ace Frehley’s silver cape, Peter Criss’ green fur and actual hair, and rare international merchandise, John 5 reveals the stories behind the treasured items in one of the most incredible KISS collections ever assembled. Filmed on location at John 5’s actual museum, you’ll hear (and see on YouTube) some serious KISStory, and the unbelievable detective work that goes into preserving KISS’s legacy — including the original Alive! bass drum head rescued from a Michigan flood, the fragile “KISS Scream Machine” cups, Halloween masks from the 1975 Tour, rare Japanese cassette box sets with collector binoculars, promotional record-store displays, MEGO dolls, original ticket stubs and tour itineraries, and the first-ever handmade KISS t-shirt! Talk Is Jeri

What really happened to the Smurl family, and the real-life Pennsylvania haunting that inspired The Conjuring: Last Rites? Paranormal investigators Rob, Dave and Jesse from Hometown Ghost Stories return to reveal the terrifying true story Hollywood didn’t tell. You’ll hear about the chilling manifestations that plagued the Smurl family for over 14 years - moving furniture, demonic assaults, spectral attacks, flapping wings, and even a succubus encounter that defies belief. The team also breaks down Ed & Lorraine Warren’s real involvement, the Catholic church’s strange refusal to help, and the evidence that this haunting followed the Smurls from their home to their campsite… and beyond. Plus, a recounting of Rowdy Roddy Piper’s real-life ghost story involving his late friend Adrian Adonis.   Hometown Ghost Stories is live on YouTube every Tuesday at 9pm ET: https://www.youtube.com/hometownghoststories

Brad Gilmore returns to celebrate Back To The Future Day (a few days late) with a deep dive into one of the most ambitious sequels ever made! He and Chris break down the 2015 that actually got a few things right, the dark alternate 1985 ruled by Biff Tannen, and all the chaos that comes with Marty McFly colliding with his past self in 1955. They talk about the behind-the-scenes drama with Crispin Glover, why Jennifer Parker was recast with Elizabeth Shue, Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers random cameo, and the scrapped “Vietnam draft” script that almost changed everything. Brad and Chris also discuss the groundbreaking effects that let Michael J. Fox play three characters at once, the new camera tech Steven Spielberg’s ILM invented for the film, and the real reason old Biff disappears at the end! Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy

Coach RAC from the Savannah Bananas breaks down the wild world of Banana Ball – the no-bunting, steal-first-base, back-flip-catch, dance-routine version of baseball that’s taking the country by storm! He explains how the Bananas went from a small collegiate-like team to selling out NFL and MLB stadiums, reveals the craziest rules and celebrity cameos (yes, 50 Cent!), and shares his viral rise from getting cut by the Nationals to becoming one of the faces of the sport’s biggest new phenomenon. Hear about hitting a homer at Nationals Park, performing halftime shows with Broadway stars, learning dance routines before every game, touring nonstop, and the 10-foot pitcher on stilts dominating the league! Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy

It’s the late, great Ace Frehley in this special encore presentation of The Spaceman’s 2014 interview with Chris Jericho originally recorded to promote the release of the Space Invader album, and re-released in tribute to the legendary KISS guitarist and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer. Ace takes you back through some incredible KISStory – from designing the iconic KISS logo and creating his famous smoking guitar to the wild days on tour, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction, and what really went down behind the scenes when the original four didn’t play together that night. He shares stories about recording his solo hits “New York Groove” and “Shock Me,” writing “Cold Gin” and “Parasite,” and the inspiration behind his Spaceman persona. Ace also talks about his love of sci-fi and astronomy, his thoughts on the moon landing, and what it took to get sober after years of rock & roll excess. He opens up about the highs, the chaos, the near misses, and the fans who’ve told him his recovery helped inspire their own.

Drummer Jack Thomas lost his arm in a horrific industrial accident at just 17 years old, and was back behind the kit one week later! Jack shares the unbelievable story of how he survived the accident, realized his arm was gone, and somehow started air-drumming to Primus while still on the factory floor. He explains how Def Leppard’s Rick Allen and Dream Theater’s Mike Portnoy inspired him to rebuild his technique, and how that led to his viral one-armed drum videos and appearance on Canada’s Got Talent (introduced by Trish Stratus!). Jack talks about mirror therapy, phantom limb pain, and learning to play guitar, bass, and even hockey again. He also opens up about battling PTSD, turning trauma into motivation, and using his story to inspire students and workers across Canada.

TNA’s Chris Bey shares the incredible story of his near-career-ending neck injury — and how he defied the odds to walk again! He details the moment in Detroit when a missed neckbreaker with Matt Hardy left him paralyzed in the ring, what he remembers from the chaos that followed, and the emergency double-fusion surgery that saved his life. Chris recounts his long road to recovery – from being told he had only a 10–25% chance of walking again, to months of intense rehab, to that emotional first moment he wiggled his toes. He explains how he relearned to move, stand, and finally take his first steps again all while battling pain, fear, and uncertainty. He also talks about the amazing support he received from his TNA family, the outpouring of love from fans and friends across the wrestling world, and how the experience changed his outlook on life, faith, and what it really means to be strong. Plus, Chris reveals details about the documentary being made about his recovery, and whether he’ll ever return to the wre

It’s the reunion fans never thought they’d see, and the farewell that no one wants to miss! For the first time in over a decade, The Hardys (Matt and Jeff) and Team 3D (Bully Ray & D’Von Dudley) are stepping back into the ring together at TNA Bound For Glory, in what might be their final match ever! Matt, Jeff, Bully Ray and D’Von talk about their 25-year history – from the first-ever Tag Team Tables Match at Madison Square Garden and the creation of TLC, to their unforgettable battles in WWE, ECW, and TNA. They share behind-the-scenes stories about how those matches came together, the bumps that scared them half to death, and the emotional connection that still drives them after all these years. Plus, Bully Ray explains why this match is for the fans who grew up on both teams, Matt reflects on the Hardys’ incredible longevity, Jeff talks about his evolution and inspiration from Marilyn Manson to modern-day ice baths, and D’Von reveals how he’s feeling after major back surgery and why he keeps coming back whe

Guitar virtuoso John 5 returns to talk all about his brand-new instrumental album, Ghost! He shares the inspiration behind the record, how he wrote and recorded every track live in one take, and why he wanted it to feel like an old-school performance from the 1930s and ’40s. He details the incredible lineup of musicians who played on the album including Gregg and Matt Bissonette, former Jane’s Addiction drummer Stephen Perkins, and Marco Minnemann, and explains why he took a Steely Dan approach to matching each player to the perfect song. John also talks about his upcoming co-headlining tour with Richie Kotzen, and his insane plan to play 50 shows in 50 states in 50 days! Plus, he’s got Mötley Crüe stories, and the reason why he plays Mick Mars’ iconic solos note-for-note! Purchase Ghost: https://john-5.com/main/ See John 5 & Richie Kotzen Live! https://john-5.com/main/tour/

Danny Boy O’Connor from House of Pain returns to update the incredible story behind The Outsiders House Museum in Tulsa, Oklahoma! He explains how a random tour stop and a $15,000 gamble turned into a lifelong passion project preserving one of the most iconic movie sets in pop culture history. Danny details the painstaking process of restoring the dilapidated home used in Francis Ford Coppola’s The Outsiders, how he tracked down rare memorabilia including Matt Dillon’s leather jacket, Rob Lowe’s flannel, and Coppola’s director’s chair, and how community donations from the likes of Jack White, Billy Idol, and The Outsiders author S.E. Hinton herself helped make it all possible. Danny also talks about turning the house into a Tulsa landmark, the thousands of students who tour it every year, and the upcoming Outsiders House Benefit that aims to raise funds for an S.E. Hinton Museum. Plus, Danny shares stories about meetin the original cast, his favorite moments from the movie, and what “Stay Gold” really means

Bruce Dickinson has a ton going on (including a show tomorrow night 10/5 at The Wiltern in Los Angeles)! The legendary Iron Maiden frontman is on the road with his solo band and The Mandrake Project, and shares what makes this tour so much fun – from theremins, Japanese Kodo drums, and “Frankenstein” jams to setlist surprises like “Flash of the Blade.” He explains why he wanted to revisit and reimagine albums like Balls to Picasso and Skunkworks, and how his solo years shaped his return to Maiden. Bruce also talks about singing the U.S. National Anthem at the Pittsburgh Steelers game, being asked to drop the puck at an LA Kings NHL home opener, and what it’s like to balance Iron Maiden’s massive tours with his own “House Band From Hell.” He weighs in on new Maiden drummer Simon Dawson stepping in for Nicko McBrain, how their playing styles differ, and why Simon was always the only choice! Plus, Bruce reveals plans for his next solo record (which he’s recording live, old-school style), updates on the Mandrake

Actor and comedian Barry Rothbart talks about his new limited series podcast, Searching For Allan Rothbart. It’s the incredible true story of his father’s secret double life as a mid-level mobster for the Gambino crime family, and the shocking twists Barry uncovered through deathbed confession tapes his dad left behind. Barry shares what it was like discovering the truth about his dad’s crimes, running mob errands as a teenager, and even finding out about possible sibling he never knew he had. He details the family secrets, FBI heat, the Bon Jovi lie, and the wild interviews he recorded with his mom and his dad’s old associates while creating the series. Barry also opens up about confronting who his father really was, how it changed his own life, and why telling this story in a serialized audio doc became both cathartic and devastating. Searching For Allan Rothbart is available now on Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Searching-for-Allan-Rothbart-Audiobook/B0FH5LVKYC?ipRedirectOverride=true&overrideBaseCou

Terrifier creator & director Damien Leone and producer Phil Falcone return to celebrate the rise of their blood-soaked franchise – from humble indie beginnings to breaking box office records, and now taking over Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights with their own terrifying haunted house. Damien & Phil share the origin story of Art the Clown, the struggles of making the first Terrifier on a shoestring budget, and how Terrifier 2 and Terrifier 3 shocked Hollywood by becoming huge theatrical hits while staying proudly unrated. They also reveal how the Horror Nights attraction came together, why it’s the “bloodiest house” in the event’s history, and what went into recreating infamous kills like the brutal “Alley scene.” Plus, Damien explains how David Howard Thornton shaped Art into the horror icon he is today, and reflects on what it means to see his creation alongside Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, and Michael Myers as part of horror’s elite. And he teases big plans for Terrifier 4! Talk Is Jericho is

Jamie and John from True Crimecast return to unravel the shocking story of the Canadian Ken & Barbie Killers — Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka. They break down how this seemingly perfect couple hid a reign of terror that included the Scarborough rapes, the murder of Karla’s own sister, and the videotaped assaults that horrified a nation. You’ll hear how Paul manipulated and controlled Karla, how the infamous tapes finally exposed their crimes, and why Karla basically walked free while Paul remains behind bars.   Listen to True Crimecast wherever you get podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crimecast/id1307664642 Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy

Jason Mewes brings the snoogans to Talk Is Jericho! He’s got crazy stories about vacationing in Hawaii with Ozzy Osbourne and the rest of the Osbourne family, and what it was like living with Jack in LA. He remembers meeting Kevin Smith for the first time, how they bonded over comics, and how Kevin literally wrote Jay’s Clerks character specifically for him. Jay talks about kicking his drug addiction, why Alan Rickman had him terrified on the set of Dogma, and how “snoochie boochie” became part of the pop culture lexicon. He also details his standup comedy career, his Cruise Askew adventures, what it was like to become a playable character in Call of Duty, and his first encounter with the legendary Stan Lee. Plus, he shares behind-the-scenes stories from Mallrats, Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back, Reboot, and Clerks III, and teases plans for one FINAL Jay & Silent Bob movie that could begin shooting as early as next year! Get tickets to Jason Mewes Diary Of A Man-Child Tour: https://jaymewes.com/events/ Follow

Tyler Mane went from Stampede Wrestling and WCW to becoming a Marvel mutant and one of horror’s most iconic slashers! He shares stories about training in Stu Hart’s legendary Dungeon, wrestling Andre the Giant in Japan, touring Mexico with Eddie Guerrero, and even lending The Undertaker a few bucks in South Africa. Tyler talks about how a pair of fake teeth and a Bryan Singer audition turned him into Sabretooth in X-Men, what it was like reviving that character 24-years later for Deadpool & Wolverine, and why Rob Zombie told him he wouldn’t make Halloween without Tyler as Michael Myers. He explains how those roles changed his career, what it was like working with Ian McKellen, Brad Pitt, and Sean Bean, and how he’s now using his own production company to fight human trafficking. Plus, Tyler reveals the story of the only championship belt he ever won in wrestling—and how it was stolen just minutes later! The Last Spartan: Red Tape is available for order now at https://thelastspartan.com. A portion of the pro

Josh Duhamel makes his Talk Is Jericho debut with stories from his incredible Hollywood career! He’s got details about his brand-new movie, London Calling, what it was like filming in South Africa, and why he thinks it feels like a throwback to the action-comedies of the 80s and 90s. Josh also remembers working with Michael Bay on the Transformers franchise, what Steven Spielberg did behind the scenes to help him land the role, and why the set always smelled like cow poop! He talks about his soap opera days on All My Children (with fellow first-timer Elizabeth Banks), why he thinks Susan Lucci had him written out her storyline, and how that experience was the ultimate acting bootcamp. He shares what pushed him into directing (Buddy Games and the new Preschool), the lessons he’s learned from different directors over the years, and why he still loves going home to North Dakota. Plus, Josh pitches his brilliant idea for a new NHL team! LONDON CALLING will be only in theaters on September 19, 2025. Thanks for