Jimmy Gambina has the distinction of being our very first controversial guest here on the Stallone Fanatics Podcast. Jimmy was the technical advisor for the training and boxing sequences and played Mike (one of Rocky's cornermen), in the original Rocky film in 1976. He also played Jimmy (who trained Rocky's son, played by Sage Stallone) in Rocky V (1990). Jimmy's story is definitely not in favor of Stallone or Hollywood in general. And he has some very strong opinions on hot-button issues, which he isn't afraid to express without hesitation. Political correctness is not something Jimmy practices. Mat and I discussed whether releasing this episode was a good decision or not. But in the end, just like any guest we interview, Jimmy deserves the chance to tell his story. For better or worse. And if we are to have any credibility as a podcast, we have to allow ourselves to be objective. No matter how uncomfortable it may be at times. So here it is. Raw, brutal and unedited. ~Chris & Mat

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