In this episode of "One More Round: The Rocky Series Podcast," host Ryan, joined by regular co-host Kyle and guest host Doug, replacing Katie, delivers a heartfelt exploration of the Rocky franchise, focusing on a pivotal scene where Mickey visits Rocky’s apartment to offer his managerial expertise. The episode kicks off with humorous banter about Katie’s absence and Doug’s introduction as the host of "Rocky Minute," a podcast dissecting Rocky films minute-by-minute. Ryan reads an email from Doug himself, highlighting the symbolic Italian flag colors in a gym scene and Jurgens’ antagonistic role, sparking a discussion on the film’s themes of opportunity and manipulation. The hosts dive into Rocky’s emotional confrontation with Mickey, analyzing its authenticity and parallels to Sylvester Stallone’s real-life struggles, while engaging with Discord listeners and tackling challenging Rocky trivia, blending fandom, humor, and deep cinematic analysis.