A PIECE OF GOLDEN ERA STORY as lived by RIC

[@jessemorris3258]

Can't get enough of Ric's stories! Love em! Side Note: Ric,seeing u get choked up shows how much you treasure every moment you had. You touch and inspire so many my friend. I think I speak for many of us when I say thank you. We appreciate and treasure you. Much love brother!

[@antonioborriello5287]

Mr. Drasin...my name is Antonio and I'm a 44 year old natural bodybuilder / competitor. I'm the sin of Italian immigrants who came to America in 1966. My entire upbringing from my father was stories of Steeve Reeves and Dave Draper. He used to tell me about going to see the Olympia in 1969 and bumping into Sergio Oliva. So, at the age of 40, I finally decided to follow my heart and become a bodybuilder. I can't begin to tell you how much I long for what you speak of in this video. I am an old soul and I feel lost in today's society. The millennials at the gym don't quite give me the same commaraderie like you had at Gold's. Yes, I woke up one day....and it was yesterday, 20 years ago. I hope to one day meet you my friend. Thank you for this. It filled some small gap for me.

[@ricdrasin]

Thank you. I appreciate that

[@gamingradeon]

Even me, a millennial, don’t fit in today’s gym environment. I guess even young ones can have old souls...

[@RoadTripzz14]

Absolute heart of the Golden Era - the 1970s.

[@catyear75]

Such an excellent story -- what a wonderful time to live in ...! Much Respect My Brother!

[@reginaldashe9786]

Love those memories Ric! I lived on the East Coast during the Golden age, and before I joined the Air Force, and can remember the Academy of Music, where Weider had his" Mr", shows each September. Had great conversations with Chris Dickerson, Chet Yorton, and they were very friendly and helpful. That same night, Larry Scott, had won and then retired as Mr Olympia, and was mobbed! Joe Weider and Scott were 🏃 running for their lives down the street, and we're saved by Leroy Colbert and his Caddy! And Weider and Scott, were"high stepping "! Your story brought that back to me, and I really miss those days. Keep them coming Ric and Cheers Bro!

[@twds01]

Thanks Ric, been a fan of this channel for about a decade. Surely you have enough of a fan base, photos and stories for a Golden Era Book?

[@frapp31]

I can just imagine how good it must of been in the 70s...I can only remember from mid 80s to now as I was born in 77...it really did change even from the 80s to the 90s was different... It seems the further back decade you go life was more simple.. I can now appreciate growing up in the 80s riding bikes and listening to the walkman. Also the peak of wrestling.

[@seanmadill283]

I got to see the 70s but I was a little kid , born in 68 . I remember seeing you guys in those muscle mags in the 80s. A friend of mine and I were inspired by that and pumping iron of course. We've been working out ever since .Thanks ric

[@stephencentury21realtygrou79]

Great stories and enjoy his guest speakers as well !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@FasterTheDragster]

I love your stories Ric. You should try and get them published sometime, we would love to have them in our collection!

[@dp6661]

So great all stories! I still remeber You and RichP.

[@duke6j]

Been following you for a number of years. Glad to hear your stories and wisdom! Keep up all the good work!

[@robertsmith6068]

must have been something and everyone probably thought it would never end.

[@juliusbenedict9691]

Thanks for sharing your memories. I’m jealous those days are over and I missed it all. Now it’s all ran by big government and millionaires. I love you brother.

[@tankhank7511]

Can't get enough of these old stories Ric. You need to write a book - it would be a hit.

[@VIP-rp3oq]

love these stories

[@jackhammer2671]

Love the stories Ric...I was a teenager during the 70's and I totally agree it was the best era IMO.

[@jumpingjohnny9207]

Another yet another great GOLDEN ERA STORY!!!! Love these stories, love the Golden Era pictures. These stories never get old, like us ( but we're young at heart ).Going 40 mph in a Volkswagen meant you were flying ( Lol ). We called the Volkswagen car a "Volkswagen Bug". Good job Ric. Thanks!!!!

[@raypratt3611]

Damn Ric,almost made me shed a tear,I was born in 1974 so yea the only thing I really remember is the incredible Hulk,every Fri if I remember right,but I really enjoy ur stories and yes 20 yrs goes by damn quick!!

[@sjames9005]

can't go wrong with a son named Shane

[@johnswaim3919]

Ric, you truly are a legend and a blessing.

[@alexandrupavel5397]

So awesome Ric! I wish I lived those times, everyone seemed to be less greedy and nicer in general

[@1985Crystal]

I wish I could have grew up in your era. Amazing stories.

[@Andy-tf2il]

Thanks for sharing, Ric!

[@robertcole1865]

Love the memories of the Golden Era. Thanks Ric.

[@AZ-su2vc]

Ric, you are the King of the Golden Era. We love you!

[@goldenera4ever]

Hey Ric, I thought Joe's only rules were no slamming of weights and no music.😊 These stories, as always, really get my imagination going. What a time!

[@kentborges5114]

THANKS RIC !!!

[@stankormy5717]

Thanks for sharing those golden memories Ric!

[@siandpen12]

Ric love your channel, thank you for the memories. From England respect!!!

[@mattnigro1108]

Thanks for sharing with us Rick

[@dllort69]

Hey Rick, can you make a video on your point of view about Mike Mentzers high carb, moderate protein diet?

[@magnussvensson1867]

Thanks Ric! I love your stories from the past! I can listen to your all Day! Keep up Good Works and Take Care! From your ironbrother in Sweden.😀

[@gregshock]

Nice video, Ric!

[@mbangelo7040]

~Such a wonderful story.. Beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@MyplayLists4Y2Y]

Great stories, Heartfelt - excellent! Thumbs up!

[@dq1043]

I’m pissed, I discovered your podcast about 7 months ago while looking up Vince Gironda. I’m pissed because about 8 months ago I got out of my car in a parking lot by laurel & Ventura and there you were sitting in your pick up.. Keep up the stories, LA was a lot of fun back then...

[@ricdrasin]

I don’t have a pick up

[@nomehdrider]

been missin' Ric lately

[@madmax-cr3vf]

Yeah me too

[@alexandrelegrand6759]

Good story

[@davidbanner9001]

L.A and the whole life style back then must of been amazing. How much would an apartment near the beach cost today? Love the stories Ric.

[@christophervargas7422]

love you ric you're one of the greats 💪💞🙏

[@hotwheel6663]

Love these old stories. The 70s was the best decade period IMO. The Movie Boogie Nights really described the 70s excess great and the way the 80s went downhill. I never liked the 80s even though I was still young it just never was as fun as the 70s to me anyway.

[@patrickbarber4506]

I miss you. Ric

[@thegefster1988]

Curious how you avoided Vietnam and the Draft

[@watwat8157]

Hey Rick , I love your youtube channel. Can you please let us know what music you use for your channel? Is it from an album ? who is the Artist? I have watched over 30 videos and i like the mellow vibes in the music as well as your spirit and topics ! Thanks Tom

[@ricdrasin]

A lot of the music is done by my son he is a composer and musician

[@LuccianoElLechero]

Damn I bet you get sad man... I get sad about the past and I’m not even 25

[@ourinvisibleenemies7779]

That was awesome Ric. You have had a good life and you can have eternal life. JESUS CHRIST is the MESSIAH and He is the only way to the Father, in Heaven. His Father is proud of you because you made the most of your talents He gave you and He loves you so much that He sent His only Son to die for you if you will turn from your sins and obey His Son. It’s not too late and you can be baptized in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Heaven is an awesome place where everyone gets a new body but with no dingaling for the devil and his demons to try to tempt us to defile, because people in Heaven are like angels and do not reproduce. Angels are strong! This life is a test, and now it’s time to start getting holy to be ready for Heaven. www.theythoughtforthemselves.com I love you Ric, you are a good man. Now become holy and righteous. Amen.

[@PhysiqueFuel]

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