Talk Is Jericho

Eli Craig brings the blood, the laughs, and the killer clowns to Talk Is Jericho! The director of Tucker & Dale vs. Evil is back with his new horror flick Clown In A Cornfield—and he’s breaking down everything from adapting the hit book, filming in Winnipeg, and hiring an all-Canadian cast, to creating blood cannons, chainsaw chaos, and a gang of homicidal clowns. Eli talks about his journey from mountain-climbing guide to USC film school, the advice he got from Clint Eastwood, and growing up as the son of an Hollywood icon! Plus, hear how Cabin In The Wood...

The prop comic GOAT is in the house! Carrot Top joins to talk about 40 years of comedy chaos, including how WrestleMania crowds inspired a brand-new bit overnight, why his Vegas residency is run like a wrestling show, and how he once performed an entire tour on a knee scooter after shredding his leg on a snowboard. He shares backstage stories involving Queen, Pantera’s Vinnie Paul, Gene Simmons, and AC/DC, and one epic truce tale about Dennis Miller. Plus, Carrot Top’s emotional Jerry Lewis telethon story, his favorite props, the jokes that are meant to bomb, and the...

Evan Husney and Jason Eisener are back to shine a spotlight on the wild, tragic, and unforgettable tales of pro wrestling with Dark Side of the Ring Season 6 on VICE. They join Chris to break down the making of some of this season’s most compelling episodes like Mick Foley’s legendary Hell In A Cell match, the controversial rise and fall of Muhammed Hassan, and the heartbreaking story of Daffney. They share behind-the-scenes secrets about jailhouse interviews, lost footage, Francois the French guru, and the couch meltdown (aka Tony Atlas) that nearly killed the show before it even aire...

Cult enthusiast Grant Offenberger and TIJ alum Tim Chizmar join for a jaw-dropping, deep dive into the world of Scientology! Grant openly investigate the Church and reveals some of what he uncovered including volcano-wielding space overlords, aliens, secret LA birthday parties, mind-bending recruitment tactics, and lavish steak dinners for the dearly departed L. Ron Hubbard. Grant shares how he infiltrated multiple Scientology centers (with his real name!) and got closer to the truth than most ever dare – earning a membership card, dodging billion-year contracts, and uncovering stories that sound more like sci-fi than real life. But did he uncover th...

It’s metal, it’s mayhem, and it’s... mayonnaise? Charlie Benante of Anthrax and Z2 Comics mastermind Josh Bernstein dish on Drumming Up An Appetite, the brand-new cookbook from the late, great Pantera drummer Vinnie Paul. From backstage breakfasts and "1, 2, BBQ" war cries to raiding the Abbott family archives for down-and-dirty recipes (spoiler: there’s nothing green in those salads), this is a full-course tribute to Vinnie’s love of food, fun, and feeding the party. Plus, tales of tour madness, Guy Fieri connections, cherry bomb mushrooms, and the time Vinnie made Jericho PB&Js like a rock n' roll mo...

Author and wrestling historian Keith Greenberg breaks down the epic spectacle that was WrestleMania III - the moment pro wrestling went from regional curiosity to global phenomenon. From Aretha Franklin’s traffic jam to Andre the Giant’s legendary heel turn, Keith shares wild behind-the-scenes stories from his new book Bigger! Better! Badder!: WrestleMania III and The Year It All Changed. He has tales from the matches including Hulk Hogan vs. Andre The Giant, Ricky Steamboat vs. Macho Man Randy Savage (and the detailed prep that Randy put into the match), the mixed tag match with King Kong Bundy, Hill...

Born into a chaotic, hellraising and deeply tight-knit family, Saraya learned to never back down from a challenge. She’s a rule breaker and drawn to people with the same mentality. In “Rulebreakers,” her DGAF attitude takes center stage while also exploring vulnerability and transparency with listeners. Every week, Saraya and a guest will explore their unconventional paths to success. Inspired by the honesty of “Dumb Blonde,” the unapologetic nature of “Cancelled,” and the humor and undeniable charm of “Chicken Shop Date,” Saraya is ready to ask the hard questions and talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of her guests...

Documentary director Alex Braverman unravels the beautiful madness of Andy Kaufman in his

new film, Thank You Very Much. He reveals how he tracked down hidden gems from Kaufman’s inner circle, got Danny DeVito to spill hilarious stories, and uncovered the Iranian roommate who inspired one of Andy’s most iconic characters. He talks unearthing the never-before-seen 70s footage from Andy’s longtime collaborator and close friend Bob Zmuda’s vault, including the legendary Tony Clifton meltdowns (like his infamous Taxi firing), and addresses the rumors that Andy faked his own death. He also shares some of the s...

He’s got the jetpack dropkick, the LA Dojo discipline, and now, he’s All Elite! Kevin Knight

talks about going from IT nerd to international wrestling star, surviving 1,000-squat days with Shibata as a Young Lion in the NJPW dojo, and learning to scream in silence during his pandemic-era wrestling start. He breaks down his epic match with Will Ospreay, his AEW goals, and what he took away from both the Buddy Wayne Academy and The Dungeon with trainers Nattie Neidhart and TJ Wilson (aka Tyson Kidd). He has stories about Japanese sponsor dinners, communicating with body...

It’s a rock and roll celebration live from the GRAMMY Museum in downtown LA! Chris Jericho hits the stage to moderate an epic conversation with guitar gods Adrian Smith of Iron Maiden and Richie Kotzen of The Winery Dogs – the powerhouse duo behind Smith/Kotzen. They’re diving deep into their brand-new album “Black Light/White Noise,” and sharing BTS stories about the writing and recording process, their playing chemistry, and rehearsing for this special acoustic performance. Hear wild stories about how they met and started working together (big ups to Adrian Smith’s missus), Richie’s '90s ride with Br...

Jon Cryer is a podcast producer!! He shares the gripping story behind his new true crime podcast The Man Who Calculated Death, which dives into the chilling legacy of Robert Lusser – his friend, Suzanne Rico’s (journalist & former anchor of KCBS-TV in LA) grandfather, and the brilliant Nazi scientist behind Hitler’s first cruise missile! And how that story ties into the eerie connection to the mysterious bombing that killed Suzanne’s mother decades later. Jon also reflects on his incredible acting career, and recalls great behind-the-scenes stories about playing the beloved Ducky in Pretty in Pink, and what it was l...

Jeremy Padawer, Chief Brand Officer at Jazwares (the company behind the AEW action figures), avid toy and card collector, and TIJ alum, returns under very different circumstances. Jeremy and his family lost everything in the devastating LA firestorm this past January. Their Pacific Palisades home, and nearly all of Jeremy’s multimillion-dollar collectibles collection, was destroyed – rare baseball cards, Pokémon cards, action figures, comics, and even a first-edition

Harry Potter book.  Not even “fire proof safes” or a commercial bank vault could withstand the flames. Thankfully, Jeremy and his family made it out safely, and insurance covered mo...

Australia native Harley Cameron and her puppet, Earl, were the stars of the Chris Jericho Rock & Wrestling Rager at Sea: Six On The Beach (despite the small green card issue she had getting on the boar)! And if you haven’t seen Earl, I’m sure you’ve seen Harley and Mini Mone terrorizing AEW TBS Champion Mercedes Mone on Dynamite! Harley talks all about ventriloquism, learning the art, developing the speech patterns, and more importantly, the voices. She talks comedy, cabaret, singing, dancing, and bringing it all to AEW! She also has stories about her journey into wrestling, first...

Former WWE

writer turned host of the From The Attitude Era podcast, Tommy Blacha, left the world of Conan O’Brien to work for Vince McMahon & WWE for 2 unforgettable years during the Attitude Era. Tommy explains where he first met Vince, and how an invitation to Stamford, Connecticut led to a fulltime creative job at WWE. Tommy pulls back the curtain on some of his most memorable creative storylines including Mae Young giving birth to a hand, Big Bossman interrupting Big Show’s dad’s funeral and how the Blues Brothers’ car ended up in that scene, and Ston...

She’s survived Michael Myers multiple times, voiced a classic Nickelodeon character, and landed a role in a Quentin Tarantino film, and now Danielle Harris spills all those stories and more! The ultimate Scream Queen does a deep dive into her legendary horror career, from battling The Shape in Halloween 4 & 5 to Rob Zombie’s brutal Halloween remake. She shares behind-the-scenes stories from the sets of slasher classics, breaks down her all-time favorite kill scenes, and reveals how her long-standing friendship with Tarantino led to a role in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Plus, hear how she went from horror icon...

Psychic Chris Medina gives Chris Jericho a very interesting reading about his immediate future, and what may be coming in the next year! Chris also shares how he discovered, embraced, and developed his abilities, why he refuses to disclose or predict death events or get involved in criminal cases including murder, and how his own near-death experience as a child impacted his psychic path. He talks about the difference between a psychic and a medium, his abilities relative to world events like COVID and the recent LA firestorm, whether he can read himself and his own future, and how...

Sean Towgood is the creator, writer, co-Executive Producer and star of the hit CBC Gem comedy, You’re My Hero, which is based on his real-life experiences and adventures as a

20-something with cerebral palsy navigating life in a wheelchair. Sean and co-EP and showrunner, Kevin Wallis, talk about looking at Sean’s real-life moments that inspired the series through a comedic lens, why it’s important to tell this story from that viewpoint, and how they balance the more serious topics with levity. They explain what it took to get the series off the ground, how they a...

Queen Of The Ring director Ash Avildsen reveals how one conversation with the great Jim Ross led him to make this inspirational story about real-life women’s wrestling pioneer, Mildred Burke, and her storied life and career. He talks about casting actors like Josh Lucas, Walton Goggins, and Martin Cove alongside real wrestlers like AEW’s Toni Storm, Kamille, and Jim Cornette. He explains WWE’s initial involvement in the film, and how that fell apart at the last minute. Plus, he talks about his famous father, Oscar-nominated John Avildsen, and why he didn’t really meet him until Ash was...

What happens on the Chris Jericho Rock & Wrestling Rager At Sea: Six On The Beach stays at sea… or not… if Brad Williams reveals stuff like how he happened to be onboard with full Scott Steiner cosplay, and what it’s like in the ring with Jushin Thunder Liger, and why he wants a catchphrase like Hacksaw Jim Duggan, and where on earth Joe Hendry really was! Brad also recently filmed Spinal Tap II with Sir Elton John and Wee Man, and if Christopher Guest is reading these show notes (or listening to this episode), please stop here so we don...

Dream Theater has a new album, “Parasomnia” (listen to find out what it means), and a returning drummer! Founding drummer Mike Portnoy is BACK, and he and founding guitarist John Petrucci share the deets on how exactly this happened! They reveal Mike Mangini’s reaction to Portnoy’s return, what happened the first time Portnoy and Dream Theater got in a room together after some 13 years apart, and why making a new album was number one on the agenda. They talk about their first gig back, the significance of it being at the O2 Arena in London, and what they hav...

Vision Quest turned 40 this year, and Matthew Modine joins to talk about the movie that changed his life, and the course of his acting career. He talks about playing Louden Swain, the impact that Madonna & “Crazy For You” had on the film’s success, and influence the movie had on UFC’s Dana White. He also shares some great stories from Full Metal Jacket, including beating out Val Kilmer for the role of James T. “Joker” David, the best direction he got from Stanley Kubrick, and helping his friend Vincent D’Onofrio land the role of “Pyle.” Matthew talks doing his own stun...

In February of 2015, Chris Jericho went to the middle-of-nowhere Texas to sit down with Shawn Michaels at his ranch, and they talked about The Rockers, Scott Hall, being a "small guy" in a big man's business, Shawn's first firing from WWE, Pat Patterson, and the infamous 2008 Y2J-HBK angle. They also explain why Vince McMahon & WWE stopped allowing blood in the ring (yes, it's their fault), the real reason Shawn retired from WWE, and Shawn's side of the Montreal Screw Job story.

STAY CONNECTED:

TikTok: @ChrisJericho

Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy

Ernest “The Cat” Miller had a dance off with and got “caped” by the legendary James Brown in the ring at WCW! James Brown has only ever caped ONE other person, but you’ll have to listen to find out who! Ernest explains how he went from Karate champion to pro wrestler after being contacted by Eric Bischoff! He talks about learning from Hulk Hogan, Jericho and Disco Inferno, why he had heat with Bob Holly, how he forced Scott Norton to take a real bump for him, and why the Iron Sheik cussed him out! Plus, he has some great...

KISS may have wrapped the “End Of The Road World Tour” at Madison Square Garden in December of 2023, but they are far from done! Paul shares what’s coming next for the band, and what the avatars unveiled at that final show have to do with it. He explains the philosophy behind KISS’ set lists, why they didn’t have any special guests join them onstage during this final run (including former band members), and what he misses most about touring. He talks about his vocal range, how he developed his onstage persona, and the musician who inspired him the most...

Marina Shafir shares the story behind the Death Riders, and how she came to be not only part of Jon Moxley’s faction, but also his sole protector! She talks about the valuable lessons she’s learned from Mox, Norman Smiley, her real-life husband, Roderick Strong, and her best friend, Ronda Rousey. She tells her WWE/NXT story including how The Four Horsewomen of the MMA ended up together at NXT, and why the group and gimmick ultimately fizzled out before it really had a chance to get going. Marina discusses the trailblazing ground that Ronda Rousey set for wome...

New Jersey’s rich musical legacy is a lot more than just Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, and Asbury Park, and that’s what’s explored in the new documentary The Jersey Sound. Executive Producer Randy Dominguez and Music Supervisor Mark Mulch take us through the hours of footage, hundreds of interviews (including one with Chris Jericho), and the various neighborhoods that make up their 90-minute doc. They talk about the impact of Southside Johnny, the influence of Megaforce Records, the legend of the Stone Pony, and the camaraderie that defines the Jersey music scene. They share some of the storie...

Tom Sena from Pop Culture Five podcast returns, and brings a couple of friends, Bill Kennedy from the SNL Hall of Fame podcast and Jon Schneider from the Saturday Night Network, to celebrate 50 years of SNL with a full breakdown of ALL the Saturday Night Live feature films! They talk about all 11 movies (in no particular order or rank) including the Blues Brothers with John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd, Pat with Julia Sweeney, The Ladies Man starring Tim Meadows, Coneheads, A Night At The Roxbury, MacGruber with Chris Jericho, and of course Wayne’s World with Mike Myers and Da...

Big Poppa Pump Scott Steiner, who also happens to be one half of THE greatest tag team ever, Steiner Brothers, doesn’t hold back when it comes to Bill Watts, Hulk Hogan, DDP, and even Vince McMahon. He talks about his time in NWA, WCW, and WWF, explains the origins of the Big Poppa Pump Gimmick, reveals why he spent 8 months negotiating his WWF return in 2002, and recounts the time he almost died in Puerto Rico! He has stories about almost teaming with Stone Cold Steve Austin, inventing the Frakensteiner, and wrestling in North Korea in front of 175k+ pe...

The Hometown Ghost Stories crew return with a horrific tale about what’s said to be the most haunted home in New York - the famed Hinsdale House which is located about an hour West of Buffalo. Rob, Dave and Jesse detail the history of the documented hauntings which started in the early 1970s with the Dandy Family. They talk about the apparitions, poltergeists, creepy sounds and voices, and violent experiences witnessed by the Dandy family, some of their neighbors, the townsfolk, and in recent times, the Hometown Ghost Stories crew themselves! Rob, Dave and Jesse chronicle their own ov...

Chris Van Vliet, host of Insight with Chris Van Vliet, joins to share some of his favorite celebrity and wrestling stories along with a few of the secrets behind his own media success! He has tales about Tom Cruise, Will Smith, Hugh Jackman, and Christoph Waltz. He talks favorite 4-minute interviews, most painful interviews, working red carpets, and his wrestling wish list (Stone Cold Steve Austin if you’re listening…)! He explains why his 2016 interview with Big Show went viral, and then there’s that time Chris Van Vliet visited The Undertaker’s house!

Watch In...

Chris Jericho plays the evil Satanic Cult leader in the new horror wrestling movie, Dark Match, which debuted today on Shudder! Writer/director Lowell Dean, actress Ayisha Issa who plays “Miss Behave,” and actor Steve Ogg who plays “Mean Joe Lean” share stories from the very cold, warehouse set in Canada. Lowell discusses the inspiration behind the story, the casting, and the locations. Ayisha and Steve talk about their wrestling training, shooting their fight scenes, working with stunt doubles, filming in the freezing Edmonton winter, and the rom-com that hides in the heart of this horror flick!

The Fallen Angel Christopher Daniels recently had his last match, and explains why he decided to retire and what it was like to do so at AEW with no big fanfare! He talks about his career at AEW, his backstage role working with and coaching talent, and that barn-burner of a Texas Death Match he recently had against Hangman Adam Page! CD also talks about his runs at TNA and ROH, why he thinks TNA could never get to the next level, and if he would have stayed with ROH had Tony Khan not started AEW. He has stories...

LA Country firefighter Richard Zuniga was on the frontlines of the Easton Fire in Los Angeles. His unit was one of the first to respond when the blaze was first reported, and he shares what those initial 24 hours were like for first responders and all that they did to try to save lives, homes and property. He explains why Southern California’s topography coupled with the wind conditions make it especially challenging to fight these kinds of fires. He also speaks about his close ties to Alta Dena, and the 14-years he’s spent protecting and helping the community. Plus...

Shelton Benjamin shares the story of his AEW debut and explains why that first match with Lio Rush is among his favorites from his 25-year career. He reveals how his disappointing last run at WWE led him to AEW, why he wasn’t surprised at all when WWE released him, and what was so different about leaving WWE for the second time. He remembers his run in OVW, the first time he met Chris Jericho, the chemistry he had with tag partner Charlie Haas, and all that Charlie did for him after his first release from WWE. He talks ab...

From his wild days in WCW’s 3 Count to overcoming personal demons, Shannon opens up about his battle with addiction, his hard-won sobriety, and how he now helps others - including AEW’s Big Bill - on their paths to clean living. He reflects on his time in WWE and how he handled being released twice, his childhood bond with best friend Jeff Hardy, the backyard wrestling that started his training, and invaluable lessons learned from wrestling legends like Arn Anderson and Jeff Jarrett. He remembers Chris Benoit helping him get signed at WWE, giving up his Prince Of Punk...

Mark-Paul Gosselaar plays SIR on the NBC drama, Found. He talks about the darker role, the full beard, and the inspiration he found for the character in Ted Bundy! He has stories about Zack Morris & Saved By The Bell, working opposite Dennis Franz on NYPD Blue, doing movies of the week for network television, and how he’s managed to enjoy such longevity in acting. He also talks Van Halen, Metallica, and growing up in “The Valley.” And yes, there is a specific Metallica song Mark-Paul LOVES to play on his guitar!

Watch Found Thursd...

Tim Chizmar returns to talk P. Diddy! He breaks down the case, shares some inside stories about the infamous, and very exclusive, Sean “Puffy” Combs “freak-offs” (originally known as White Parties when he first started hosting them for A-List celebs in the late 90s). He explains how the Bad Boy Records founder now finds himself sitting in a Brooklyn jail charged with sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy, while also facing more than a dozen civil lawsuits filed against him accusing him of assault, rape and sexual extortion. So how did these allegations just come out in the last year? And who’...

Mason Madden and Mansoor from AEW’s newest (and most stylish) tag team, MxM Collection, bring a dash of high fashion, loads of laughs, and tons of stories as they pull back the curtain on their wrestling careers. They talk about Mansoor’s groundbreaking role as WWE’s first Saudi Arabian Superstar, Mason’s transition from the NFL to professional wrestling thanks to a little help from Booker T, their time in NXT, and the day that Vince McMahon decided to put the already-friends in a tag team together. They discuss the evolution of their characters and gimmick from the Male...

Who Killed JonBenet Ramsey is a new three-part docu-series on Netflix directed by Joe Berlinger that re-examines the 28-year-old cold case about the sexual assault and murder of then 6-year-old JonBenet Ramsey! True Crimecast’s John and Jamie return to break down the evidence from the original case which started as a reported abduction with ransom note, and quickly turned into a murder investigation with JonBenet’s parents and brother as prime suspects! Why was this horrific crime never solved? Are JonBenet’s family members really responsible? And how did the Boulder Police botch the investigation and mishandle the crime...

There’s a movie being made about Kurt Angle’s Gold medal-winning Olympic run and the superstar wrestler reveals what inspired the project, who’s been cast, and why they’re already thinking about a sequel! Kurt shares the story of powering through a serious neck injury, and a personal family tragedy on the road to that gold medal, and why it was so important for him to win. He talks about the phone call he received from Vince McMahon right after achieving gold, and why he didn’t immediately go to the WWE. He also runs through some of his fav...