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Talk Is Jericho

Chris Jericho

Multiple-time world champion pro wrestler. Fozzy frontman. New York Times best-selling author. Chris Jericho brings his trademark energy, curiosity and no-BS style to Talk Is Jericho, going one-on-one with some of the biggest names in wrestling, rock & metal, movies, television, comedy, horror and the paranormal. From wild road stories and behind-the-scenes secrets to career-defining moments and the stories you’ve never heard, Talk Is Jericho delivers unforgettable conversations with the people who make pop culture happen.

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  • July 10 · 57 min

    Late Night with David Dastmalchian

    David Dastmalchian joins to talk about the journey from addiction, homelessness and living in his car to becoming one of Hollywood's busiest character actors. He shares how he landed his breakout role as Thomas Schiff, The Joker's henchman opposite Heath Ledger in The Dark Knight, what he learned from Christopher Nolan, and why that opportunity changed everything. David also talks about working with Denis Villeneuve on Prisoners, Blade Runner 2049 and Dune, James Gunn on The Suicide Squad, Kevin Smith, Ant-Man, and how Late Night With The Devil helped cement his place as one of modern horror's biggest stars. Plus, his lifelong love of horror, Halloween, comic books and Fangoria, writing graphic novels, creating worlds with Z2, and the projects still ahead, including Street Fighter, Shepherd, Dust Bunny, and more. Purchase David Dastmalchian’s Through (Graphic Novel): https://z2comics.com/products/david-dastmalchian-through-graphic-novel-standard-edition Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.wbisjericho.com/

  • July 8 · 1 hr 1 min

    Jeff Jarrett Talks The Rise & Fall, and Rise of TNA

    Jeff Jarrett and Dark Side Of The Ring co-creator Evan Husney breakdown the brand-new three-part Dark Side Of The Ring story about TNA Wrestling! They discuss why the TNA story grew from two episodes to three, how they got Jeff Jarrett involved, and what he brought to the production in addition to his emotional story. Jeff reveals what surprised him most after watching the finished series, and the first thing his wife Karen said to him after she binged it. Jeff revisits his infamous WWE exit that ended with Vince McsMahon personally handing him a check before he dropped the Intercontinental Championship, the final days of WCW, launching TNA from scratch with his father, Jerry, bringing in Kurt Angle, and eventually being pushed out of the company. He remembers Bob Carter, and his daughter Dixie’s initial involvement, how he convinced Bob to sign Kurt Angle, and later, Hulk Hogan to TNA, and how Vince Russo came into the mix. Jeff explains what made him return to TNA, and why he truly didn’t want to see Dixie Carter fail. He and Evan also discuss why Dixie chose not to participate in Dark Side Of The Ring, who provided some lost, unseen footage in the ninth hour that saved the day, Scott Steiner's emotional interview, and why there was simply too much TNA history to fit into a single episode. Dark Side of the Ring Season 7 is streaming now on VICE TV. Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy Like, subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/

  • July 3 · 1 hr 10 min

    The USA’s Best American Songs About America

    The Pod of Thunder guys return for a special Fourth of July music episode! Nick, America’s Little Brother Andy, and Chris L. join for a Top 10 of songs about anything America-related, no matter how loosely! They reveal why Alice Cooper, Iron Maiden, Motörhead, Living Colour, Styx, and David Bowie made their lists, explain the cases for deep cuts from Tesla, Keel, Lizzy Borden, and Nitro, and debate Hulk Hogan’s “Real American,” The Beach Boys, and James Brown. They also make a case for The Clash! Plus, they share stories about wrestling themes, forgotten classics, patriotic anthems, protest songs, and the songs that remind them most of America. Check out Pod Of Thunder: https://www.youtube.com/c/podofthunder Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pod-of-thunder/id639350818 Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/

  • July 1 · 57 min

    Inside The Dark Side Of The Ring Season 7

    Dark Side Of The Ring co-creator and Executive Producer Evan Husney returns to preview Season 7 of the hit VICE series! He shares how the show landed its first-ever three-part episode chronicling Jeff Jarrett's rollercoaster journey building TNA, how Tony Khan ended up appearing in the documentary, why some stories take years to make, and how the team decides which wrestlers, matches, and moments deserve the Dark Side treatment. Evan also breaks down the emotional stories behind Big Boss Man, Paul Orndorff, The Renegade, Missy Hyatt, Zach Gowen, and the unforgettable Samoa Joe vs. Necro Butcher bloodbath. He explains why some wrestling legends still refuse to appear on the series, and shares the hilarious origin of the title Dark Side Of The Ring. Plus, Chris weighs in with his own firsthand memories of Big Boss Man, Paul Orndorff, The Renegade, and Jeff Jarrett. Dark Side of the Ring Season 7 premieres on July 7th and will be available to watch live on VICE TV. Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com

  • June 26 · 58 min

    50 Years Of Pro Wrestling Rankings with Joey Cassata

    Author, musician, and Jericho Cruise favorite Joey Cassata returns to discuss his incredible new book, Wrestler Rankings: The Complete Year-by-Year History (1975-2025)! Joey explains how he spent 18 months compiling 50 years of wrestling history into one massive volume featuring the biggest stars, champions, rankings, rivalries, and moments from every era. He and Jericho relive the glory days of wrestling magazines, debate legends like Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, Randy Savage, Dusty Rhodes, and the Road Warriors, and talk about how the territorial system gave way to WWE's global expansion. Joey shares the painstaking process of researching decades of wrestling history, recreating classic magazine layouts, and even using AI to bring iconic moments back to life. Plus, they swap stories about the Jericho Cruise, Joey's hilarious annual cruise gifts, KISS, and Joey’s gig as Twisted Sister’s new drummer. Purchase Wrestler Rankings: The Complete Year-by-Year History (1975-2025: https://www.amazon.com/Wrestler-Rankings-Complete-History-1975-2025/dp/B0H4L9RYD5/ref=zg_bsnr_g_16594_d_sccl_3/144-1300626-3104611?psc=1 Thank you for supporting our sponsors! Shopify: Sign up for your $1 per month trial at https://Shopify.com/JERICHO Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/

  • June 24 · 56 min

    Ospreay vs Ricochet, 2016 - The Match That Changed The Game

    Will Ospreay and Ricochet join to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the match that changed modern professional wrestling – their unforgettable Best of the Super Juniors 2016 classic in Korakuen Hall. They reveal how the match came together, why they never expected it to go viral, what was really happening during that iconic opening sequence, and how one 30-second clip sparked a wrestling debate that still hasn't ended. They share the backstage reaction in New Japan, why the Japanese audience embraced the match, the criticism from Big Van Vader, support from William Regal and Seth Rollins, and how the controversy helped launch both of their careers. Plus, Will Ospreay tells the unbelievable story of finally wrestling Vader after the fallout! The two also explain how they developed their gravity-defying styles, discuss the risks of pushing the limits in the ring, and reveal why fans (and wrestlers) are still talking about this match a decade later. Thank you for supporting our sponsors! Shopify: Sign up for your $1 per month trial at https://Shopify.com/JERICHO Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy Like Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/

  • June 19 · 58 min

    Rachel Bolan - Gargoyle Of The Skid Row State

    Rachel Bolan returns to talk about his first-ever solo album, “Gargoyle Of The Garden State,” why now was finally the right time to make it, and how producer Nick Raskulinecz helped bring the project to life. Rachel breaks down the all-star guest lineup featuring Corey Taylor, Nuno Bettencourt, Damon Johnson, Danko Jones, and his Skid Row bandmates Snake Sabo, Scotti Hill, and Rob Hammersmith. He shares stories behind songs like "Big Stick," "Jet Black Universe," and his punked-up cover of Oasis' "Rock 'N' Roll Star." He also reveals the latest on Skid Row's worldwide search for a new singer, what they're really looking for, how hundreds of auditions have already been narrowed down, and what it takes to front one of rock's biggest bands. Plus, stories about taking Pantera out in the ‘90s before they broke big, touring with KISS, Aerosmith and Bon Jovi, bringing Johnny Solinger into Skid Row, the making of the legendary Road Kill home video, working with Bob Rock and Michael Wagener, and playing bass for Stone Sour! Purchase Rachel Bolan’s “Gargoyle Of The Garden State”: https://www.rachelbolanmusicshop.com/products/gargoyle-of-the-garden-state-cd-digipak Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/

  • June 17 · 48 min

    Dani Means Increases the Voltage on American Gladiators

    Dani Means is “Voltage” on the brand-new American Gladiators reboot on Amazon Prime, and she’s got one of the wildest paths to the arena! Dani talks about getting recruited for the show through a DM, surviving the grueling Gladiators fitness combine, creating the Voltage character, working alongside The Miz, Wardlow, J-Rod, and other elite athletes, and what really happens behind the scenes of the massive competition series. She breaks down her favorite events, the injuries, the pressure of performing in front of thousands of fans, and whether a second season is on the way. Dani also shares her journey from representing Hong Kong in international rugby, training for the Olympics, winning a Powerlifting World Championship, earning her IFBB Pro card in bodybuilding, and chasing a spot at the Olympia. Plus, rugby vs. football, natural bodybuilding, life in Hong Kong, owning a gym in Los Angeles, and how becoming an American Gladiator changed everything. Thank you for supporting our sponsors! Shopify: Sign up for your $1 per month trial at https://Shopify.com/JERICHO Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/

  • June 12 · 53 min

    Is Cannibalism Legal? Can You Get a DUI on a Horse? Find Out Now!!

    Mike Mandell is a lawyer, content creator, and the author of Oops...That's Illegal!: A Book For The Wildly Curious (and the Accidental Outlaw), and he’s breaking down some of the strangest laws, legal loopholes, and everyday situations that could land you in trouble! Mike explains what you should NEVER say during a traffic stop, whether you can get a DUI on a horse, bike, or lawnmower, and why field sobriety tests are tougher than most people realize. He reveals how Florida became the home of "Florida Man," what police can really see in your Google search history, and how social media, AI, deepfakes, and Section 230 are creating slegal challenges lawmakers still haven’t solved. Mike also dives into landlord disputes, noisy neighbors, debt collectors, taxes, security deposits, workplace rights, bizarre lawsuits, revenge porn laws, cheating spouses getting sued, conjoined twins facing criminal charges, and the surprising legal truth about cannibalism. Plus, stories from defending plane manufacturers in crash litigation, how his legal content exploded to more than 30 million followers, and the wild questions that inspired Oops! That's Illegal. Purchase Oops...That’s Illegal!: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/mike-mandell/oops%e2%80%a6that%e2%80%99s-illegal/9780306837616/ 🎵 TikTok: @lawbymike 📸 Instagram: @lawbymike YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lawbymike Thank you for supporting our sponsors! Quince: Go to https://Quince.com/JERICHO for free shipping and 365-day returns Shopify: Sign up for your $1 per month trial at https://Shopify.com/JERICHO Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/

  • June 10 · 58 min

    Kim Thayil’s Screaming Soundgarden Life

    Kim Thayil from Soundgarden talks about his new memoir, A Screaming Life, and shares stories and memories from every era of one of rock’s most influential bands! Kim discusses learning guitar, discovering punk rock, the early Seattle music scene, Mother Love Bone and Andrew Wood, Soundgarden’s unique sound, and how Chris Cornell evolved from drummer to one of the greatest frontmen in rock history. He talks about the frustrations that led to Soundgarden’s original breakup, Chris Cornell’s move to Audioslave, the band's eventual reunion, recording “King Animal,” and how fatherhood changed Cornell. Kim also reflects on Cornell’s legacy, their friendship, the impact of his passing, and the possibility of unreleased and new Soundgarden music. Plus, the time Gene Simmons called Kim’s house, the rise of grunge, and what it was really like watching Soundgarden become one of the biggest bands in the world. Purchase A Screaming Life: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/a-screaming-life-kim-thayiladem-tepedelen?variant=45076844740642 Thank you for supporting our sponsors! Quince: Go to https://Quince.com/JERICHO for free shipping and 365-day returns Shopify: Sign up for your $1 per month trial at https://Shopify.com/JERICHO Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/

  • June 5 · 52 min

    Monday After Mania - Grading The Annual WWE Resets

    Paul Petrone breaks down the biggest, wildest, and most important Monday Night RAW episodes after WrestleMania in WWE history, all from his new book, Monday After Mania: WWE's Annual Reckoning Since 1993! Paul explains why the RAW after WrestleMania became WWE's ultimate performance review, and dives into Roman Reigns getting nuclear heat after defeating The Undertaker, Stone Cold Steve Austin's rise after WrestleMania 14, Shawn Michaels' babyface turn after WrestleMania 11, Shawn’s infamous "lost my smile" promo before WrestleMania 13, Bret Hart's unforgettable heel turn, Hulk Hogan's last great WWE run after WrestleMania 18, Daniel Bryan's fan-fueled rise, John Cena's polarizing reactions, Goldberg's WWE debut, and the crowd takeover that turned Fandango into an overnight sensation. Plus, Chris shares his firsthand memories from the legendary WrestleMania 19 match with Shawn Michaels, and his WrestleMania match with Fandango. Purchase “Monday After Mania: WWE’s Annual Reckoning Since 1993”: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GWTS2CQ7 Talk Is Jericho is available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy Like, Subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on new episodes! More from Talk Is Jericho: 📸 Instagram: @chrisjerichofozzy | @talkisjericho 🐦 Twitter/X: @IAmJericho | @TalkIsJericho 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/

  • June 3 · 1 hr 2 min

    43 Kills In 3 Minutes, A 12-Foot Minotaur & A Werewolf: Dissecting Devour

    Director Scott B. Hansen, writer/producer Desirée Hansen, actor Gus Langley, and even Mae the werewolf join to talk about the wild new horror movie DEVOUR! Find out how a movie about a vampire metal band spiraled into a universe filled with werewolves, sirens, warlocks, minotaurs, zombies, demons, Civil War vampires, and total chaos. Hear how they cast the film from nearly 4,000 auditions, why Gus Langley turned down Marvel’s Thunderbolts to finish DEVOUR, and what happened when Mae the lycanthrope got insulted and walked off the TIJ set! They break down the practical effects, the seven-day werewolf transformation, building massive cave sets from scratch, mixing practical effects with CGI, working with Butcher Babies singer Heidi Shepherd, recruiting Civil War reenactors, filming 43 kills in 3.5 minutes, and creating one of the craziest indie horror movies today. Plus, exploding heads, exploding cars, a 12-foot Minotaur, horror convention reactions, surviving production setbacks, and why DEVOUR could be the next cult horror phenomenon. All things DEVOUR here: https://www.digitalthunderdome.com/devour 📸 Instagram: @devour_movies Talk Is Jericho is 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 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/

  • May 29 · 1 hr 5 min

    It's For The Kids - Charlie Benante Talks New Anthrax, Pantera, Maiden & Hetfield

    Charlie Benante returns to talk all about the brand-new Anthrax single “It’s For The Kids,” the upcoming album “Cursum Perficio,” and why it took Anthrax nearly 10 YEARS to release new music! Charlie explains the Anthrax songwriting process, writing riffs and demos on guitar, balancing ideas with Scott Ian & Frankie Bello, and why “It’s For The Kids” was the perfect first single to drop. He also shares stories from recording at Dave Grohl’s legendary Studio 606, getting feedback from Grohl on the new songs, and the inspiration he pulls from bands like Iron Maiden, AC/DC, Metallica, The Beatles, The Cure, and Pantera. Charlie also talks about doing DOUBLE DUTY on tour with both Anthrax and Pantera, opening stadium shows for Metallica, touring Europe with Iron Maiden, and what it’s like honoring Vinnie Paul’s drum parts night after night with Pantera. He shares backstage stories about Lars Ulrich, James Hetfield, Steve Harris, and Sir Paul McCartney, explains how Anthrax accidentally helped launch rap-rock with Public Enemy, reveals the origins of the NOTMAN mascot, and discusses cutting his hair in 1990 and unintentionally starting a metal trend. Plus, Charlie breaks down Anthrax’s legendary riffs, and unveils the new horror-inspired video for “Edge Of Perfection.” All things Anthrax here: https://www.anthrax.com/ 📸 Instagram: @anthrax | @charbenante Talk Is Jericho is 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 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/

  • May 27 · 40 min

    Glen Matlock – Anarchy In The TIJ for Episode 1300

    Glen Matlock returns to talk all about the new documentary, I Was A Teenage Sex Pistol, and why he finally wanted to tell HIS side of the Sex Pistols story! Glen explains his complicated relationship with Johnny Rotten/John Lydon, what really caused the original split, and why the “Glen got fired for liking The Beatles” story was total BS. He talks about writing some of the Pistols’ biggest riffs and lyrics including “Pretty Vacant” and “Anarchy In The UK,” the chemistry between himself, Steve Jones, and Paul Cook, and why Sid Vicious became the face of the band despite barely playing bass. Glen shares stories about reforming the Pistols with Frank Carter, the new generation of fans discovering the band, and what Frank brings to the stage. Plus, Glen reveals how he ended up playing with Blondie, performing with The Faces and Ronnie Wood, jamming with Sid Vicious in The Vicious White Kids, touring with Clem Burke, and why punk exploded exactly when it did in 1970s England. There’s also talk about Malcolm McLaren, Debbie Harry, Billy Idol, Wayne Kramer, Elvis, The Rolling Stones, the infamous Bill Grundy interview, canceled tours, and why the Sex Pistols legacy still looms larger than ever nearly 50 years later.\ Stream I Was A Teenage Sex Pistol now on Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/i-was-a-teenage-sex-pistol/umc.cmc.1xvf964h5bdv659lqzueuzbb7 Talk Is Jericho is 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 🎵 TikTok: @chrisjericho 🌐 Website: https://www.webisjericho.com/

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