In episode three of "Going the Distance," hosts Ryan and Ruban dive into Act 2 of the classic film Rocky, blending nostalgic banter with sharp analysis as they introduce Paulie (Burt Young) through a memorable bar bathroom scene, explore Rocky's salt-of-the-earth character during a heartfelt talk with young Marie about avoiding bad influences, and dissect the iconic ice-skating first date with Adrian—complete with thrift-store charm, vulnerable confessions about self-worth and fighting as a path out of "bum" status, and a tender, transformative kiss that awakens Adrian's confidence. The duo interweaves pop culture nods to American Idol's early hosting drama (comparing themselves to Ryan Seacrest and the forgotten Dunkleman), personal anecdotes like family Brussels sprouts mishaps and teenage romantic lines, and trivia on Stallone's real-life smoking quit mirroring his character's arc, all while championing equal pay feminism, the timeless "I can't sing or dance" quip, and the raw, unplugged appeal of Rocky over flashy wizardry, wrapping with a word-power segment on synonyms for "famous" and a playful challenge to listeners to endure the full "distance."