Rocky IV (Episode 14) - Rocky IV Ending Breakdown: Paulie Kiss, Drago Beatdown & Iconic Speech

Going The Distance: The Rocky Series Podcast · Jul 5, 2026 · 40m · transcript

We went the distance with Rocky IV! We watch the epic final fight in Moscow as Rocky Balboa faces Ivan Drago on Christmas Day. Packed with play-by-play commentary, laughs over Paulie’s heartfelt moment, the robot Sicco, crowd flips, brutal punches, Tony’s corner wisdom, and that unforgettable “If I Can Change” speech. Plus Vancouver filming trivia, 80s nostalgia, and full credits discussion.00:00 Intro & Starting the Final Fight01:31 Moscow Broadcast & Christmas Tree Talk03:38 Paulie’s Heartfelt Moment & Man Kiss06:00 Crowd Energy & Rocky Jr. at Home08:47 Drago’s Entrance & Vancouver Filming…