Talk Is Jericho

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

What does it really mean to be a working musician? Chris Jericho sits down with his Fozzy brothers - Rich Ward, Billy Grey, and PJ Farley—to break down the grind, the hustle, and the glory of making a living through music alone. Rich shares why he turned down gigs with Ozzy Osbourne and Rob Halford, and how “Judas” changed everything for him. PJ recounts going from MTV and arenas with Trixter to bar gigs with the rise of grunge, and why he never stopped. And Billy explains how teaching guitar lessons and playing in tribute bands kept him going through the lean years. They’ve all got stories about record label rip-offs, selling gear to pay rent, chasing that elusive hit single, and the sacrifices it takes to keep playing music you love. WIN your way to the KISS Kruise: Land locked In Vegas! https://kiss.topeka.live/giveaway/ Watch this episode on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy

Darby Allin climbed to the top of the world…literally! He details his recent Mt. Everest summit and everything it took to get there! He shares the insane training that started with Wim Hof in Poland (with his dad!), the 8-day trek to base camp with his mom and brother, and how he dealt with the dangers of summit fever, traffic jams, frostbite, food shortages, and personal hygiene (or lack thereof) on the mountain. Darby also explains the spiritual quest that drove him to risk his life, and what it meant to plant the AEW flag at the summit. He tells the story behind the video proposal to his girlfriend on top of the world, the world record skateboard kickflip at Base Camp 2, and the personal modification he made to his AEW wrestle buddy doll upon his return. Plus, he’s got details about the brutal descent, the frozen bodies on the narrow trail, why he already misses Everest, and what’s coming next (could it be something even HIGHER than Mt. Everest?)! Thanks for supporting our sponsors! Rula: Rula patients t

Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Rickey Medlocke makes his TIJ debut to talk about his incredible rock & roll journey! He shares stories from his early days drumming with Skynyrd, to fronting Blackfoot and touring with AC/DC, Nazareth, and Iron Maiden, to rejoining Skynyrd thanks to a Snickers bar and $1.50! He remembers his friend Gary Rossington, explains how Damon Johnson came to fill Gary’s shoes, and reveals what it was like playing “Free Bird” for the first time ever. Rickey also speaks candidly about missing the tragic Skynyrd plane crash, his induction into the Native American Music Hall of Fame, his passion for wrestling (and watching alongside an incognito Ozzy Osbourne in Florida), and why he’ll never retire from the stage. "RISE AGAIN" is available on all digital platforms on Rock The Cause Records.   Rickey Medlocke Band - RISE AGAIN WIN your way to the KISS Kruise: Land locked In Vegas! https://kiss.topeka.live/giveaway/ Watch this episode on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy

Psychic medium John Edward and retired FBI Special Agent Robert Hilland share some of the incredible true-crime stories behind their new book, Chasing Evil! They explain how their unlikely partnership began, why Bob kept it secret from the FBI for 30 years, and how John’s psychic visions cracked open the case of John Smith – a man who murdered two of his wives. Bob explains how and why he first tried to debunk John, what finally convinced him that John was the real deal, and some of the other cases that John helped him solve. John details the most haunting visions he received, the evidence he provided that stunned investigators, and why he never wanted to work with law enforcement in the first place. Plus, they talk about how their friendship evolved through the years, and what ultimately convinced them to tell their story publicly for the first time!  Purchase Chasing Evil: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250291752/chasingevil/ Psychic John Edward Evolve+ App and Tour Dates & Tickets: https://johnedward.

Busted Open’s Dave LaGreca joins to celebrate the launch of SiriusXM’s first-ever 24/7 Pro Wrestling channel! He explains how it all came together after 16 years, the fight to convince SiriusXM execs that wrestling fans deserved their own channel, and what fans can expect from the daily lineup that features everyone from Bully Ray, Tommy Dreamer, and Mark Henry to Thunder Rosa and Nick Nemeth. Dave also shares the origins of Busted Open, how it grew from a one-hour-a-week show to a national movement, and the role Chris Jericho played in helping it gain early credibility. Dave remembers some of his wildest and most surreal moments from over the years – puking in front of Henry Winkler, karaoke’ing at Nita Strauss’ wedding in front of Alice Cooper, and a prank call from The Undertaker pretending to be Tommy Rich! Plus, Dave talks about his infamous feud with The Rock that birthed the “Cody Crybaby” movement, his favorite guests (Ric Flair, Alice Cooper, Zach Wylde), and why respect has always been at the core o

Helloween’s Michael Kiske returns to talk about the band’s brand-new album, Giants and Monsters! He explains how Helloween’s three-singer setup with Andi Deris and Kai Hansen works in the studio and on stage, and what it’s like splitting lead vocals on songs. He shares how the band picks who sings what, what happens when one of them gets sick, and how the producers played a surprising role in shaping the new album. Michael also discusses his favorite tracks from Giants and Monsters, why he avoids watching Helloween videos or even listening back to finished albums, and how that keeps his performances fresh. He recalls his early years with the band, why he left at just 24, how the Pumpkins United reunion finally came together, and what’s kept the current lineup happy and productive nearly eight years later. Plus, Michael reveals his lifelong love of Elvis, how the King influenced his own stage presence, and his all-time favorite Elvis track. Pre-order Helloween’s Giants & Monsters album: https://shopus.reignin

Michelin-starred Chef Curtis Duffy shares his incredible journey from hating food as a young kid in Ohio to running one of the most celebrated restaurants in the world, Ever, which even appeared on the hit Hulu series The Bear! Curtis talks about cooking for Paul Stanley and Metallica, the discipline and artistry that goes into a Michelin-starred dish, and how his parents’ tragic murder-suicide gave him the relentless drive to succeed. He’s also got stories about bad business deals, reinventing himself, and his brand-new book Fireproof: Memoir Of A Chef that dives deep into his amazing, inspiring life. Plus, he even shares some culinary tips to help you level up your breakfast game! Purchase Fireproof: Memoir Of A Chef: https://www.curtisduffy.com/book Talk Is Jericho is now available on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/ChrisJerichoFozzy