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Welcome to the Inside Cradle: a podcast for wrestling nerds! Hosts Eric, Raymond, and Ashley are three best friends who have spent years together being avid wrestling fans and appreciate the industry for what it truly is, a dynamic (if trashy) form of performance art. Join them every week as they discuss their favorite wrestling shows and ongoing developments. No headline is too big nor botch too small for them to cover so listen in as they crack wise about WWE, NJPW, AEW, and anything else involving a squared circle!Please send emails to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

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    • Nov 20, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 59m AVG DURATION
    • 38 EPISODES


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    Ep 36: National Cowboy Sh*t Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2021 45:55


    The Inside Cradle is bringing it hot and hard in this episode. Raymond and Eric talk about yet another batch of WWE releases and why paying for Peacock Network is getting more difficult to justify. They also deep dive into the Ballad of Hangman Adam Page and the importance of long-term storytelling in wrestling.Send your messages to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com#aew #wwereleases #wwe #hangmanadampage #cowboyshit #survivorseries

    Ep 35: WWE Releases...here we go again...again.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 42:54


    The Inside Cradle is back and here yet AGAIN to talk about the latest round of WWE releases, some of whom many were shocked to hear. Also, AEW is officially the Inside Cradle's A-show and why NXT 2.0 is not holding our attention.#wwe #aew #wrestling #keithlee #karrionkross #squaredcircle 

    Ep 34: A Who's Who of Who's That...2.0

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 60:36


    It's October and you know what that means. Eric and Raymond talk about their opinions of NXT 2.0 now that they have 3 episodes under their belt. They also play a game of identify this generic wrestler name. Also, what's AEW doing now that we have had time for Bryan Danielson, Adam Cole, and CM Punk have settled in. And WTF was that ending to Extreme Rules?!Send your messages to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Ep 33: Ron Rekker 2.0

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2021 45:48


    It's a new chapter in NXT's history and the Inside Cradle is here to talk about it! Raymond (who has crappy mic issues) and Eric discuss what they like and don't like about the new changes on the previously black and gold brand. Other topics discussed:RIP DaffneyThe InDex WeddingDark Side of the Ring: The Plane Ride from HellThe Suzuki Incident#nxt #aew #darksideofthering

    Ep 32: AEW All Out 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 44:54


    On this episode of Inside Cradle, Eric and Raymond cover An Historic Night in Wrestling as they talk about the already legendary AEW All Out 2021 PPV.#aew #wrestling #bryandanielson #adamcole #rubysoho #minorusuzuki #cmpunk #allout2021

    Ep 31: It was the best (in the world) of times, it was the worst of times.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 60:55


    It will take more than a lost episode to keep the Inside Cradle down. Eric and Raymond are back after a recording SNAFU and they're here to talk about the huge shift in the wrestling world that was perpetrated by the recent return of CM Punk to AEW! Also, WWE making all the wrong the moves, NXT being revamped, the spectacular Walter vs. Dragunov match, and tons of gardening metaphors.#aew #wwe #cmpunk #aewallin #summerslam #nxttakeover36  #nxtuk 

    Ep 30: A Very Interesting Time in Wrestling

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 39:16


    We've got rumors galore in this episode of the Inside Cradle. Hosts Eric and Raymond talk about a certain megastar's soon-to-be free agent status, BAY BAY. They also talk about the seemingly stacked AEW roster and speculate on how certain rumored incoming talent would fit in. Also, NJPW getting in on this MCU-like converging of wrestling worlds and a surprise WWE release. #wwe #aew #adamcole #braywyatt #bulletclub #aewdarkelevation #aewdark #laborsofjericho

    Ep 29: One shall rise and one shall fall

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2021 53:14


    There is A LOT of news to cover this week and Eric and Raymond talk about it all! In this episode, the all but confirmed rumors of Bryan Danielson and CM Punk signing with AEW are discussed and what it means to the future of wrestling. Also, WTF is going with NXT and the main roster?!#danielbryan #aew #moneyinthebank #johncena #cmpunk #njpw #impactwrestling

    Ep 28: Returning from parts unknown! Reviewing NXT's Great American Bash

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 46:27


    We're back folks! After a few weeks hiatus, the Inside Cradle is back with BOTH HOSTS. In this episode, Raymond explains his conspiracy theory regarding all of this year's roster cuts, Saudia Arabia, and insider trading. They also talk about NXT's Great American Bash, a certain AEW debut, and how much hip-hop is too much hip-hop?Send your messages to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com#wrestling #nxt #aew #greatamericanbash #wrestlingpodcast

    Ep 27: Wishing you the best of luck in your future endeavors...again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2021 36:20


    Not once, not twice, but THRICE! Raymond is joined by Eric and they discuss today's shocking news of the releases of Braun Stroman, Aleister Black, Ruby Riott and others!Send your emails to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Another round of releases, commentary on commentators

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 22:22


    In this week's episode, Raymond talks about his thoughts on the latest round of NXT and WWE releases. Also discussed: Dream over, Tom Phillips, and Vic Joseph.Send your messages to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Ep 25 - Shooting hard and fast on Leon Ruff, RoH, and Raquel Gonzalez

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 18:47


    After a series of botches, the Inside Cradle returns with another One Man Band episode. On this show, Raymond gives his semi-lucid, post vaccine fever thoughts on #leonruff current character, what #ringofhonor looks like to someone stumbling upon it, and fantasy booking Big Mami Cool #raquelgonzalez .Send your messages to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @insidecradlepodcast

    Ep 24: Why NXT is the best wrestling show on TV right now

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 37:51


    It's a one man show! Host Raymond talks about Kenny Omega vs Andrade Almas at TripleMania, Jon Moxley is the new Stone Cold Steve Austin, recapping the events of NXT for 5.4.21, and why storyline consistency and great performances are putting NXT at the top of the wrestling food chain.Send your messages to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Ep 23: WWE fired who?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 24:00


    It's a solo push episode as Raymond goes at it alone! This week, Raymond shares his thoughts on the WWE superstars recently released, Wrestlemania's main event, and his growing appreciation of AEW stars Tay Conti and Jungle Boy Jack Perry.Send your messages to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com and on Instagram @insidecradlepodcast

    NXT Takeover Stand and Deliver Night 1 Reaction and Review - 4.8.21

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 49:17


    Eric and Raymond discuss night 1 of NXT Takeover Stand and Deliver!#nxt #nxttakeover #nxtnightone #wwe

    Ep 21 - Recap of go home show NXT and news from AEW, NJPW

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 64:36


    The livestream continues! Eric and Raymond discuss a shocking title change, faction wars brewing on AEW, and recap the go home show to NXT Stand and Deliver!

    Ep 20: We're live, pal! - Livestreaming the podcast and predictions for NXT TakeOver Stand and Deliver!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 66:15


    We're doing it live! The Inside Cradle is moving to a new livestreaming format! Check out twitch.tv/ramen_piledriver for more information! In this week's episode, Raymond talks about not being able to watch wrestling due to WWE migrating to Peacock Network (not to mention the censoring of 'questionable' old content) while Eric makes keen predictions on the upcoming #NXT TakeOver Stand and Deliver. Also discussed, that new IWGP belt, NXT moving to Tuesday nights, Britt Baker is bloody fire, and comparing Takeover to Wrestlemania.Send your messages to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Ep 19: Recapping NXT 3.10.21

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2021 71:11


    Happy (belated) 3:16 Day everyone! Eric and Raymond shoot harder and faster this week with a recap of an ACTION PACKED episode of NXT. Multiple huge announcements, surprise title defenses, not to mention both the men's and women's championships on the line. WHo came out on top? Find out here on the Inside Cradle!Send your messages to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com and follow us on instagram @insidecradlepodcast

    Ep 18: AEW best/worst moments this week and recap of NXT 3.4.21

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 75:33


    Week after week after week, the Inside Cradle shoots hard and fast on the wrestling world! This week, Eric and Raymond talk about a big surprise signing over at #AEW and also discuss the now very infamous closing moments of AEW:Revolution. Also, how did the Women's Tag Team Championship match go on NXT? Let's find out together on this episode of the Inside Cradle.Send your messages to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com or on Instagram @insidecradlepodcast#wrestling #aew #nxt #wwe #aewrevolution

    Ep 17: Wrestling News Roundup and recap of NXT 2.24.2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 65:04


    Shooting hard and shooting fast, this is the Inside Cradle! Eric and Raymond go over lots of big news items from the world of sports entertainment including: a BIG signing over at AEW, the unification of two major titles, and NEW WWE CHAMPION! They also recap the recent episode of NXT and why the Capitol Wrestling Center is actually a play house.Inside Cradle is shooting TO THE MOON! Send your messages to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram at @insidecradlepodcast#wwe #aew #njpw #nxt #wrestlingnews

    Ep 16: Elimination Chamber Recap and NXT Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 48:18


    It is the road to Wrestlemania and Eric and Raymond shoot hard and fast on the Elimination Chamber PPV. Listen to their reactions to the matches and the shocking ending! Also, changing gears a bit, we decide to preview this week's episode of NXT. Finally, a surprise appearance of our own at the end of this podcast!Send your emails to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com#WWE #eliminationchamber #wwenxt #nxt #wrestlemania

    Ep 15: NXT Takeover St. Vengeance Day Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2021 63:13


    Wow! What a show! Raymond and Eric dive into the phenomenal pay-per-view that was #nxttakeover Send your emails to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Ep 14: The Forbidden Door is Wide Open! / NXT Recap for 2.3.2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 50:53


    Eric and Raymond discuss the shocking appearance of KENTA on AEW Dynamite and the repercussions of the "Forbidden Door" getting kicked down! Universes are colliding and the Inside Cradle is here for it. Also, recapping the latest NXT episode and the current standings of the Dusty Rhodes Classic Tournament.Send your emails to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com#aew #njpw #forbiddendoor #aewdynamite #moxley #kenta #wwenxt #dustyclassic #wwe

    Ep 13: Royal Rumble 2021 Recap!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 77:33


    We have got the full squad (sorta) on this episode as Ashley, Raymond, and Eric break down this year's Royal Rumble results and what the road to Wrestlemania looks like.Send your questions and comments to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 12: Recap of NXT 1.20.21 and Royal Rumble 2021 predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 71:12


    Inside Cradle officially has a 'lost episode' as the follow up coverage to WK 15 Night 2 was not recorded due to technical idiocy on Raymond's part. Regardless, we march ever onward with Eric and Raymond discussing the opening of the Women's Dusty Rhodes Classic Tournament as well as the Fight Pit match between Tomasso Ciampa and Timothy Thatcher. The hosts also call an audible with their woefully unprepared predictions for this year's Royal Rumble.#royalrumble #royalrumble2021 #nxt #wwe #dustyrhodesclassicSend your emails to insidcradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 11 part 2: Wrestle Kingdom 15 Night 1 recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 33:29


    "This title has way too many numbers in it." - RaymondPicking up exactly where part 1 left off, hosts Eric and Raymond discuss NJPW's Wrestle Kingdom Night 1. #njpw #wrestlekingdom15 #wk15 Send your emails to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 11 part 1: NXT New Year's Evil Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 52:17


    Happy 2021! We start off the new year appropriately with our recap of #nxt #newyearsevilStick around for part 2 which will be covering #njpw #wrestlekingdom15 night 1Send your emails to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 10: Remembering Brodie Lee, NXT recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2020 82:55


    Hosts Raymond, Ashley, and Eric pay their respects to the John Huber aka Brodie Lee/Luke Harper. Also, a recap of #NXT leading into New Year's Evil.Send us your emails! insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 9: WWE TLC and NXT

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 66:33


    Just like cream, the Inside Cradle is rising to the top!We have the full trio of hosts on this episode. Ashley, Eric, and Raymond discuss the HOT and quite frankly shocking finale to #WWETLC. #WWE #TLC #fireflyfunhouseinfernomatch #fireflyfunhousePlease send your emails to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 8: Inside Cradle shoots hard and shoots fast on Kenny Omega, NXT, and NJPW

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 78:24


    It is episode ocho and hosts Raymond and Eric talk about #aew champion #kennyomega making an official appearance on #impactwrestling . They also review the post-Wargames episode of #NXT and get a bit caught up on #NJPW and the lead up to #wrestlekingdom15

    Episode 7: NXT Wargames

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 76:16


    Hosts Ashley, Eric, and Raymond talk about the #NXTWargames event from this past weekend. #wwe #nxt #wargames #wwe #wrestlingSend your emails to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 6: the road to Wargames

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 69:27


    Eric and Raymond talk about the future of wrestling (in their opinion), the build up to #NXT #Wargames , million dollar wrestling booking ideas, and why #LuchaUnderground and #BrokenMattHardy were setting trends and didn't even know it.Send your emails to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Sole Survivors, Woh Games, and Mrs. Perfect-est!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2020 84:31


    Happy belated American Thanksgiving! In this week's episode, Eric and Raymond do a full recap on #wwe #survivorseries and discuss their favorite moments of one of #wwe s flagship pay-per-views heading into #wrestlemania season. They also discuss #nxt and the build up to the upcoming #wargames event. Other topics: Bianca Belair, the WWE style of wrestling, Pat Mcafee's bright future, and the final farewell of #theundertakerSend us your emails! insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Full Gears and risky side hustles

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 94:55


    In this week's episode, Eric and Raymond review #AEW #FullGear and also talk about #WWE recent controversial firing of Zelina Vega. Also discussed: Walter vs. Dragunov = ultra violence, why AEW sometimes feels like WCW, a wrestler's union, and what exactly is Vince's deal any way?Send us your emails at insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    They grow on you over time part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2020 84:18


    In retrospect, I should have titled this episode "Mom with baby" wrestling gimmick because that idea is GOLD! This is part 2 and it features the more #NJPW focused part of our conversation. Eric and Raymond chit chat about Yano's antics, that is definitely NOT Kevin Kelly, the allure of Murder Grandpa, and the magnificence that is Hiroshi Tanahashi.We want to hear from you! Email us at insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com with questions and comments.

    They grow on you over time part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2020 57:39


    It's episode 3, folks, and we've got production value with sound effects galore! This one runs a little long but I guarantee that its all quality content from pillar to post! Ashley, Raymond, and Eric discuss this week's post Halloween Havoc NXT episode and NJPW Power Struggle. Also discussed: Cameron Grimes and his amazing physics, that BANGER of a new theme song, falling in love at first sight with Minoru Suzuki, the penalty of scummy behavior, and the magnificence that is Hiroshi Tanahashi.Ashley had to leave partway through the episode (you'll hear a cameo appearance!)We want to hear from you, folks! Email us at insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Halloween Havoc! Ow ow ow ow!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2020 93:14


    In this week's episode, Eric, Raymond and Ashley take a deep dive into NXT's Halloween Havoc. They go match by match so SPOILER ALERT. NJPW G1 Finals results are also talked about. Also discussed: the state of wrestling, Filipino representation in NXT, appreciating certain wrestling "outsiders", big meaty women slapping meat, and great wrestling requires no English.We want to hear from our listeners! Please send questions and comments to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

    Pilot

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2020 96:53


    It's our first episode! Join hosts Raymond, Ashley, and Eric as they recap the recent Hell-in-a-Cell event and wax nostalgic about their personal history with professional wrestling. Also discussed: a very shirtless Roman Reigns, meteoras galore, how our lives are defined by Jeff Hardy's career, and assorted banter. Get the inside scoop on wrestling with the Inside Cradle podcast!We want to hear from you! Please send emails to insidecradlepodcast@gmail.com

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