Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 166: The Karate Kid (1984) & The Money Pit (1986) - Movie Connections Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the influence of The Karate Kid in pop culture and how the film The Money Pit paid homage to the classic movie in a short scene. Recorded: 04-11-24 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts …

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 165: The Karate Kid (1984) & Into the Night (1985) - Movie Connections Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the influence of The Karate Kid in pop culture and how the film Into the Night paid homage to the classic movie in a memorable scene. Recorded: 03-26-24 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Pod…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 164: Update - Hilary Swank (Julie Pierce) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss Hilary Swank's recent quote about her potentially not reprising her role of Julie Pierce from The Next Karate Kid. Recorded: 02-28-24 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Amazon Music iHear…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 163: Casting - The Karate Kid (2024) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the breaking news of the new Karate Kid movie as well as the casting announcement for the next Karate Kid. Recorded: 02-21-24 & 11-22-23 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Amazon Music iHeartR…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 162: Casting - C.S. Lee (Master Kim Sun-Young) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss actor C.S. Lee who is joining Cobra Kai to portray legendary character Master Kim Sun-Young. Recorded: 11-16-23 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Amazon Music iHeartRadio TuneIn Wat…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 161: Support & Save: Let's Talk - Cobra Kai! Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the status of Let's Talk - Cobra Kai as well as the other original shows from Just Curious Media which: include Let's Talk - Movies, That's A Crime, Dog Gone, and Let's Talk - JAWS. Support & Save: Let's Talk - Cobra Kai! Recorded: 01…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 160: The Karate Kid & Cobra Kai - Collectibles - Vol. 04 Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss and unpack 12 blind-boxed Cobra Kai figures from Diamond Select Toys featuring Daniel LaRusso, Johnny Lawrence, John Kreese, Samantha LaRusso, and Hawk. Recorded: 10-27-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCurious…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 159: Tribute - Pat E. Johnson (Referee - The Karate Kid) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez give tribute to the late legendary martial arts stuntman, fight choreographer, and actor Pat E. Johnson who played the referee in The Karate Kid. Pat E. Johnson Born: 1939 Died: November 5, 2023 (84) Recorded: 11-10-23 Studio: Jus…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 158: 10 Lessons From Cobra Kai Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss 10 valuable lessons that other movies & TV reboots can learn from Cobra Kai. Recorded: 11-03-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.buzzsprout.com/ Watch: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 157: Filmography - John G. Avildsen (Director - The Karate Kid) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the filmography of director John G. Avildsen whose credits include Rocky, The Karate Kid, and 8 Seconds. John G. Avildsen Born: December 21, 1935 Died: June 16, 2017 (81) Recorded: 10-17-23 Studio: Just Curious Medi…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 156: On Location - Charles Evans Hughes Junior High School (The Karate Kid) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez visit and discuss Charles Evans Hughes Junior High School in Woodland Hills, CA, which was an actual filming location in The Karate Kid. Recorded: 09-22-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 155: Daniel LaRusso’s Fair-Weather Friend Freddy Fernandez Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez revisit the fair-weather friendship between Daniel Larusso and Freddy Fernandez, fellow South Seas neighbor and schoolmate, from The Karate Kid. Recorded: 10-04-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Lis…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 154: The Karate Kid (1984) - Audio Description Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss listening to the classic movie with the Audio Description feature and the takeaways from the experience. The Karate Kid (1984) Synopsis: A boy and his mother move to California for a new job. He struggles to fit in, as a group of ka…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 153: Cobra Kai Creators Get Obliterated Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the new show, Obliterated, which Cobra Kai creators Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg are launching on Netflix. Obliterated https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11097240/ Recorded: 08-29-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.Just…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 152: On Location - "The Karate Kid" Mural Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez visit and discuss "The Karate Kid" mural in Encino, CA, created by artist Jonas Never. Credits: Jonas Never https://www.instagram.com/Never1959/ Recorded: 08-18-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://Lets…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 151: All Valley Karate Champion - Daniel LaRusso (1985) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez break down Daniel LaRusso's triumphant 1985 All Valley Karate Championship. Recorded: 05-30-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.buzzsprout.com/ Watch: https://www.youtube…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 150: Into The Mystic - Teaser Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss a new show, Into The Mystic, which is an engaging film lovers podcast covering all things in the Mystic Film Festival universe and beyond. Listen now! https://IntoTheMystic.buzzsprout.com/ Recorded: 06-27-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.Ju…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 149: Cobra Kai - Season 6 - Cast Reunion Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss Cobra Kai's Season 6 Cast Reunion and much more. Recorded: 06-27-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.buzzsprout.com/ Watch: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNfekAT0gN4to-6j2iKh…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 148: The Karate Kid & Cobra Kai - Prequel Spinoffs Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss some potential prequel spinoff series from The Karate Kid & Cobra Kai. Recorded: 05-23-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.buzzsprout.com/ Watch: https://www.youtube.c…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 147: The Karate Kid & Cobra Kai - Collectibles - Vol. 03 Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss and unpack The Two-Time All Valley Champions Box Set from Diamond Select Toys featuring Johnny Lawrence & Daniel LaRusso. Recorded: 04-18-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://Lets…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 146: Cobra Kai - Season 6 - Delayed Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike and its impact on Cobra Kai Season 6. Recorded: 05-09-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.buzzsprout.com/ Watch: https://www.youtube.com/cha…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 145: Update - Better Off Dead (1985) - Scenes w/Yuji Okumoto Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss Yuki Okumoto's additional memorable scenes from the classic movie, Better Off Dead. Recorded: 04-10-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.buzzsprout.com/ Watch…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 144: The Next Karate Kid (1994) - Scene-By-Scene Breakdown Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez revisit their 115th episode as they break down the not-so-classic movie, The Next Karate Kid, and talk about visiting the monk monastery, Mr. Miyagi waxing on, waxing off, and the catch-and-release strategy. * The antagonist in …

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 143: The Karate Kid Part III (1989) - Scene-By-Scene Breakdown (Re-Release) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez revisit their 28th episode as they break down the classic movie, The Karate Kid Part III, and talk about living next to Mr. Miyagi's Little Trees, Daniel becoming a Cobra Kai, and platonic relationships. Synopsi…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 142: The Karate Kid Part II (1986) - Scene-By-Scene Breakdown (Re-Release) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez revisit their 22nd episode as they break down the classic movie, The Karate Kid Part II, and talk about visiting Okinawa, the end of Cobra Kai, and Peter Cetera's "Glory of Love". * Daniel lives at the South Seas…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 141: The Karate Kid (1984) - Scene-By-Scene Breakdown (Re-Release) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez revisit their first-ever episode as they break down the classic movie, The Karate Kid, and talk about catching flies, John G. Avildsen’s connection to the Rocky franchise, and how Pat Morita went from Happy Days to the A…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 140: Interview - Bud S. Smith (Associate Producer, Editor - The Karate Kid) Jason Connell shares a conversation with two-time Oscar-nominated editor Bud S. Smith, who was an Associate Producer and Editor on The Karate Kid. They discuss working with some legendary directors (William Friedkin, John G. Avildsen, Sam Raim…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 139: The Karate Kid & Cobra Kai - Collectibles - Vol. 02 Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss and unpack The Karate Kid Miyagi-Do Training Box Set from Icon Heroes featuring Mr. Miyagi & Daniel. 35% Coupon Code: MIYAGI35 https://www.iconheroes.com/collections/the-karate-kid/ Recorded: 03-16-23 Studio: Just Curious …

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 138 - On Location - Mr. Miyagi’s House (The Karate Kid) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez visit and discuss Mr. Miyagi’s House in Canoga Park, CA, which was the actual filming location in The Karate Kid. Recorded: 03-20-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.buzz…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 137:The Karate Kid & Cobra Kai - Collectibles - Vol. 01 Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the toy industry and how it impacts The Karate Kid & Cobra Kai collectibles in the past, present, and future. Recorded: 02-09-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 136: Update - Sensei Jim True (True Martial Arts Academy) Jason Connell shares an update on the health of Sensei Jim True of True Martial Arts Academy. Sensei Jim has been teaching martial arts for 48 years, has a connection to The Next Karate Kid, and was a guest on the show in Episode 105 (May 25, 2022). GoFundMe: h…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 135: Tribute - Tom Sizemore (J.T. Taggart) Jason Connell gives tribute to the late well-known actor Tom Sizemore who will be portraying J.T. Taggart in the 6th and final season of Cobra Kai. Tom Sizemore Born: November 29, 1961 Died: March 3, 2023 (61) Recorded: 03-06-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuri…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 134: Fan Appreciation - Vol. 08 Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez thank all the Patreon supporters as well as the fans that have shared 5 Star Reviews on Apple Podcasts (mid-Nov 2022 - Jan 2023) and much more. Recorded: 02-09-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKa…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 133: Better Off Dead (1985) - Scenes w/Yuji Okumoto Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss Yuki Okumoto's memorable scenes from the classic movie, Better Off Dead. * In Better Off Dead, Yuki Okumoto appears as Yee Sook Ree in 5 scenes rather than 3, as mistakenly mentioned in the episode. Recorded: 02-16-23 Studio: J…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 132: Fan Appreciation - Vol. 07 Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez thank all the Patreon supporters as well as the fans that have shared 5 Star Reviews on Apple Podcasts (Nov 2021 - mid-Nov 2022) and much more. Recorded: 02-09-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKa…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 131: Cobra Kai - S05E10 - Head of the Snake Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez break down Season 05 - Episode 10 (Head of the Snake) of the Cobra Kai series and much more. Synopsis: A fight night erupts in the Valley as Johnny, Daniel, Chozen and their students summon all their skills and strength to expose Terry and tak…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 130: Cobra Kai - S05E09 - Survivors Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez break down Season 05 - Episode 09 (Survivors) of the Cobra Kai series and much more. Synopsis: Tory pays a price for defiance. Stingray does battle with his conscience. A celebratory night on the town takes a turn for Johnny, Daniel, and Chozen. Recor…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 129: Cobra Kai - Season 6 - Announcement Jason Connell shares the Netflix announcement that Cobra Kai was renewed for its 6th and final season. Recorded: 01-20-23 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.buzzsprout.com/ Watch: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNfekA…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 128: Cobra Kai - S05E08 - Taikai Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez break down Season 05 - Episode 08 (Taikai) of the Cobra Kai series and much more. Synopsis: A coveted spot in an elite international tournament ignites a fight between dojos. Tory's loyalties are tested. Sam struggles to let Miguel go. Original Episode: …

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 127: Cobra Kai - S05E07 - Bad Eggs Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez break down Season 05 - Episode 07 (Bad Eggs) of the Cobra Kai series and much more. Synopsis: Terry and Kim issue a brutal challenge while Chozen teaches his students a different kind of lesson. Johnny and Daniel demand answers from Kreese. Original Ep…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 126: Cobra Kai - S05E06 - Ouroboros Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez break down Season 05 - Episode 06 (Ouroboros) of the Cobra Kai series and much more. Synopsis: Terry recruits an expert in the way of the fist. Daniel walks away from a fight, and Johnny and Chozen pick one. In prison, Kreese confronts old demons. Ori…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 125: Cobra Kai - S05E05 - Extreme Measures Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez break down Season 05 - Episode 05 (Extreme Measures) of the Cobra Kai series and much more. * The song "Judas" is by Fozzy and was mistakenly referenced in reverse order in the episode. Synopsis: Daniel leans on a friend - and frenemy. Tensions…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 124: Cobra Kai - S05E04 - Downward Spiral Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez break down Season 05 - Episode 04 (Downward Spiral) of the Cobra Kai series and much more. Synopsis: Johnny and Carmen's romance flies high while Daniel and Amanda are rattled by Terry's schemes. The teens' feuds spill over at the waterpark. Ori…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 123: Cobra Kai - S05E03 - Playing with Fire Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez break down Season 05 - Episode 03 (Playing with Fire) of the Cobra Kai series and much more. Synopsis: Another enemy from Daniel's past resurfaces. After a spa day and some soul-searching, Sam comes to a decision about her future with Miguel. …

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 122: Cobra Kai - S05E02 - Molé Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez break down Season 05 - Episode 02 (Molé) of the Cobra Kai series and much more. Synopsis: Chozen & Daniel hatch a risky plot against Terry. In Mexico Robby and Johnny look for Miguel, who discovers the truth about his father. Original Episode: S05E02 Recor…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 121: Cobra Kai - S05E01 - Long, Long Way from Home Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez break down Season 05 - Episode 01 (Long, Long Way from Home) of the Cobra Kai series and much more. Synopsis: Daniel's new ally-turned-housemate tests Amanda's patience. Miguel searches for his father in Mexico. Terry starts to transfor…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 120: Cobra Kai - Season 5 - Announcement Jason Connell shares the podcast release schedule of Cobra Kai Season 5. Original Episode: S04E32 Recorded: 09-12-22 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.buzzsprout.com/ Watch: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNfekAT0gN4…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 119: Patreon/Superfan - Lindsay Bebout Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez have Patreon/Superfan, Lindsay Bebout, on the show to discuss all things Cobra Kai and much more. Original Episode: S04E31 Recorded: 06-24-22 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.buzzsprout.c…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 118: Patreon/Superfan - Bryan Rumfola Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez have Patreon/Superfan, Bryan Rumfola, on the show to discuss all things Cobra Kai and much more. Original Episode: S04E30 Recorded: 06-24-22 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.buzzsprout.com…

Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 117: Patreon/Superfan - Adam Ulrich Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez have Patreon/Superfan, Adam Ulrich, on the show to discuss all things Cobra Kai and much more. Original Episode: S04E29 Recorded: 06-24-22 Studio: Just Curious Media https://www.JustCuriousMedia.com/ Listen: https://LetsTalkCobraKai.buzzsprout.com/ Wa…