Step into the future (or at this point, the past) on Episode 163 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they discuss 1993's TC 2000 starring Billy Blanks, Bolo Yeung, Matthias Hues, and Jalal Merhi! What did TC 2000 get right (or wrong) about 2020? Plus, Bobbie Phillips' extreme makeover, the build up of Terminal Station, the Picassos, one of the most obvious heel turns in action movie history, and of course, "The Canadian Giant" Gar...
Jul 22, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 163
It is a super edition of The Bulletproof Podcast as the guys discuss the newly released Superman . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 15, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 162
It's a special Fourth of July edition of the Bulletproof Podcast and we are celebrating Rambo style! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo and Ryan Campbell as they discuss the second film in the Rambo franchise, released 40 years ago this past May! The bond between John Rambo and Col. Trautman, the profusely sweating Charles Napier, the rest of the supporting cast that includes the likes of Martin Kove, Julia Nickson, and Steven Berkoff, George Cheung's amazing death scene, the ba...
Jul 04, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Do you have a case of the Shaolin Temple Blues? Maybe Episode 160 of The Bulletproof Podcast can help... Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, and Ryan Campbell as they discuss 1991's American Shaolin (aka American Shaolin: King of the Kickboxers II ). Trevor Gottitall's amazing name and obsession with pantsing his opponents, Reese Madigan's Drew Carson spending most of the movie being unlikable before turning it all around in the end, Kim Chan's spectacular IMDb photo, the vague ...
Jun 24, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 160
It's Wild West Week on the Bulletproof Podcast, with a discussion on a Charles Bronson classic! Join Cowboy Chris and Rootin' Tootin' Ryan as they talk the murder mystery western, Breakheart Pass ! The all-star cast that includes Ben Johnson, Richard Crenna, and Jill Ireland, the first team up of Charles Bronson and Ed Lauter, the brawl on top of the train, the wonderfully done practical effects, and was this the closest we got to a Bronson "Die Hard" movie?!!? Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Jun 17, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 157
The Stanley Cup Finals have arrived and we are celebrating Sudden Death style! Join your host Chris the Brain, along with Ryan Campbell, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo AND, a special appearance from Chad Cruise, as they discuss "Die Hard at a Hockey Arena" aka 1995's Sudden Death starring Jean-Claude Van Damme! Powers Boothe, Mrs. Roper, the Die Hard comparisons, the tech guy, and why does a fire inspector know martial arts? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 158
Karate Kid: Legends is now in theaters AND it is the topic of discussion on Episode 157 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain and Bulletproof Action's resident Karate Kid fanatic, "Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they discuss the sixth film in the Karate Kid franchise. Among the talking points... the new star of the franchise Ben Wang, the dynamic duo of Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, the 2025 updates to the classic Karate Kid story, and the likelihood of Demolition Dojo series in a few d...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 157
Enter the Cage on Episode 156 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, Ryan Campbell and "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they discuss 1989's Cage. Reb Brown screaming, the interesting choices used in the opening credit sequence, a cast filled with familiar faces, Tiger Chung Lee's most successful run, the almost goofy gangsters, and was Lou Ferrigno going for an Oscar?!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 156
It's Kung Fu Theater time once again on The Bulletproof Podcast with a discussion on the Bruce Lee classic, The Big Boss! Join Chris the Brain, Ryan Campbell, and "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they go way back to 1971 and the movie that sparked the Bruce Lee craze around the world! The jazzy intro and music, the title confusion in the United States, the greatness of James Tien, the colorful cast of villains, and of course the martial arts marvel that was Bruce Lee, are all discussed... plus, ...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 155
The 11th entry in the Sniper franchise landed on Netflix last week, and this week it lands on The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, Ryan Campbell, and "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they discuss 2025's Sniper: The Last Stand! The greatness of Chad Michael Collins, the storytelling structure used in the film, the added bonus of Arnold Vosloo, the return of Zero, the introductions of Brandon Beckett's teammates, seeds being planted for future Sniper films and walkout songs are among the...
May 13, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 154
The Bulletproof Podcast is back with a discussion on 1984's Exterminator 2 . Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo and Ryan Campbell as they discuss Cannon's urban vigilante movie NOT starring Charles Bronson... but instead, starring Robert Ginty. Among the talking points, Ginty's John Eastland and his numerous cringe worthy moments and flamethrower kills, Mario Van Peebles absolutely stealing the show every time he appeared on screen, Frankie Faision as freelancing garbage man Be ...
May 06, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 153
The results of our recent Richard Norton poll are in and the winner is... Equalizer 2000! Join Chris the Brain, Ryan Campbell and "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they talk 1987's Equalizer 2000. The post-apocalyptic actioner, starring Richard Norton and a big ass gun, was directed by Cirio H. Santiago. It also featured Robert Patrick in one of his early roles, and Corinne Wahl, a former Penthouse Pet. All of that is discussed, plus the best scene in the movie, the toned down content on the Tubi...
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 152
It's WrestleMania Week and The Bulletproof Podcast is celebrating Rock-n-Wrestling style with a discussion on 1986's Body Slam ! Listen in on all the ring talk as wrestle maniacs Chris the Brain, Ryan Campbell, and the "Toyman" Chris DePetrillo discuss Body Slam ... The cast that includes Dirk Benedict, Roddy Piper, Tanya Roberts, The Tonga Kid, Charles Nelson Riley, Captain Lou Albano, and Billy Barty, the cameos featuring familiar faces from inside and outside the world of professional wrestli...
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 151
We go 12 Rounds with John Cena Sr. on a super-sized edition of The Bulletproof Podcast! First up, Chris the Brain and the "Toyman" Chris DePetrillo chat with John Cena Sr. about his son's acting career and earliest acting experiences! Plus, Mr. Cena shares some of his son's favorite roles and some of his favorite action movies in general, plus much more! Then CTB, Toyman and Ryan Campbell discuss 2009's 12 Rounds starring John Cena, Ashley Scott and Aidan Gillen. The similarities to Die Hard wit...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 150
It's a special April Fool's Day edition of The Bulletproof Podcast, as the guys foolishly watched Blackbelt II: Fatal Force! Join Chris the Brain, Ryan Campbell and "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they discuss what is the worst movie ever covered in Bulletproof Podcast history, 1989's Blackbelt II: Fatal Force... the unrelated sequel that managed to came out BEFORE the 1992 original?!? Starring Blake Bahner (stolen kickboxing valor and all) and featuring a very Irish police chief, cut and paste...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 147
We are delivering some Hard Justice on Episode 148 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, Ryan Campbell and "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they discuss one of David Bradley's finest films, the hard to find, Hard Justice! From the big warehouse action set piece with some John Woo inspiration, to the series of prison flick tropes, we celebrate the top tier DTV action from the fine folks at Nu Image. Also discussed, the supporting cast of familiar faces that included Charles Napier, Yu...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 148
Feel the Glow on Episode 147 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo and Ryan Campbell as they go back to the 80s and review Berry Gordy's The Last Dragon! The music, Bruce Leroy unwittingly playing hard to get, the confidence of Richie, the star power of Vanity's Laura Charles, the show stealing Johnny Yu and a rogues gallery that is capped off by "The Shogun of Harlen" Sho'nuff are all among the talking points! Plus, CTB shares his one degree of separati...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 147
It's Full Contact on Episode 146 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join your host Chris the Brain, along with "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo and Ryan Campbell as they look back at one many call Jerry Trimble's best film, 1993's Full Contact ! Full Contact benefits greatly from a cast of colorful supporting characters, including a young Michael Jai White! The big twist, the bus, the romance between Luke and Tori, the showmanship of Albert and more are discussed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 146
The guys take a trip to the Mission of Justice on Episode 145 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, the "Toyman" Chris DePetrillo and Ryan Campbell as they discuss one of Jeff Wincott's best films, 1992's Mission of Justice! Dr. Larkin's mayoral campaign, the amazing gauntlet and garage fight scenes, the pain in the ass Sgt. Duncan, Ryan's love for Cyndi Pass and a supporting cast that included Brigitte Nielsen, Tony Burton, Karen Sheperd, James Lew, and Matthias Hues are among the t...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 145
Ahead of its 40th Anniversary, the guys discuss Missing in Action 2: The Beginning on Episode 144 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join Chris the Brain, Ryan Campbell and "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as the look back at the second movie in the Missing in Action franchise... although it was originally intended to be the first, but it became a prequel instead! The foolishness of using a flamethrower around a rope bridge, Chuck Norris' rat killing skills, chicken choking and the pure evil that was Soon...
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 144
There's a Shadow in the City on Episode 143 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join your host, Chris the Brain, along with co-hosts, the "Toyman" Chris DePetrillo and Ryan Campbell, as they discuss the Cannon classic... Death Wish II ! Charles Bronson's return to the role of architect turned vigilante Paul Kersey, bridges the gap of the 1974 original and sets up the future over the top sequels! Michael Winner's perversions, the unforgettable lines and delivery of Charles Bronson, the Jimmy Page soundtr...
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 143
It's a special Valentine's Day week edition of The Bulletproof Podcast as we discuss 2009's My Bloody Valentine! Join your host Chris the Brain and co-host "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they talk the My Bloody Valentine remake in all its 3D glory! The greatness of Tom Atkins, the CW like cast of characters, Axel scoring with more than half of the females in Harmony, the devious Megan, the ubiquitous "Harry Warden", a brutal curb stomp, and one of the World's Most Dangerous Grocery Stores are ...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 142
Things get Tough and Deadly with Jonathan London on Episode 141 of the Bulletproof Podcast! Join your host Chris the Brain, along with Ryan Campbell and special guest, Jonathan London of the long running Geekscape Podcast, as they discuss the second Billy Blanks/Roddy Piper team up, 1995's Tough and Deadly ! The many character names of Billy Blanks, the only character name of Roddy Piper, the characters named after geographical locations, plus the muddy plot, the numerous fights, the explosions,...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 141
The Fall Guy may not have gotten the love it deserved at the box office, but we have plenty of love for it on Episode 140 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join your host, Chris the Brain, along with Ryan Campbell and the "Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they discuss 2024's The Fall Guy starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt. The action sequences, the needle drops, the cast and all the little things the movie did so well are discussed. Plus, you be the judge... does Ryan Campbell have a crush on Ryan Gosli...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 140
There is no Plan B on Episode 139 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join your host, Chris the Brain, and co-hosts Chris DePetrillo (aka The Toyman) and Ryan Campbell as they discuss the big screen adaptation of the classic 80s television series, The A-Team ! The perfect casting choices, the over the top action sequences, and the multiple origin stories are all topics of conversation. Plus, the guys try to determine who is to blame for The A-Team 's box office failure. There's also some follow up on "C...
Jan 21, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 139
The Bulletproof Podcast is back in action for our first episode of 2025, as we discuss 1994's Back in Action ! Join your host, Chris the Brain, and co-hosts, Ryan Campbell and the "Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, as they look back at the first Roddy Piper and Billy Blanks team up, 1994's Back in Action ! Among the talking points are Roddy Piper's clothesline, Billy Blanks' fashion choices, the chemistry between Piper and Blanks, some of the lamest baddies in action movie history, the journalism skills...
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 138
It's a look back at the year in action on Episode 137 of The Bulletproof Podcast! Join your host Chris the Brain, along with the "Toyman" Chris DePetrillo and Ryan Campbell as they pay tribute to some of the greats we lost in 2024, announce some unofficial Bulletproof Action Awards, analyze the Top 10 Bulletproof Podcasts and the Top 10 posts on Bulletproof Action, and CTB shares the search terms that brought action fanatics from around the world to BulletproofAction.com in 2024! Learn more abou...
Dec 31, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 137
It's a Merhi Christmas on Episode 136 of The Bulletproof Podcast with a discussion on PM Entertainment's Riot ! Join Chris "The Brain" Kringle, the "Toyman" Chris DePetrillo and Ryan Campbell as they discuss this Gary Daniels Christmas classic, directed by Joseph Merhi! The talking points include... the supporting cast of Sugar Ray Leonard, Charles Napier and Patrick Kilpatrick... The holiday themed soundtrack, including the "Joy to the World" bar fight... The amazing stunts and action concocted...
Dec 24, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 136
We are gearing up for Christmas on Episode 135 of the Bulletproof Podcast with 1986's Cobra! Join your host, Chris the Brain, along with Ryan Campbell and the "Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they discuss the Sylvester Stallone classic, Cobra. The numerous World's Most Dangerous locales, the robots, the supporting cast, the classic lines, the product placement and the giant hook are all discussed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Dec 17, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 135
It's a very special edition of The Bulletproof Podcast with special guest, martial artist/action star, Dale Jacoby! Join Chris the Brain and "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo as they chop it up with Dean "Shooting Star" Ramsay himself, Dale Jacoby! Dale shares stories from the set of Die Hard 2 , Ring of Fire , Rocky V , Bloodmatch and of course, No Retreat, No Surrender . Plus... Dale talks life in the 80s, his foray into the world of modeling, his lifelong passion for the martial arts, plus a pitc...
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 134
