This week's episode is just 2 SWEEEEEEET because we are discussing the early days of the nWo and presenting our rankings of the original twenty members! Plus we delve into the current product to talk about what we love and hate about the brand split, as well the issue of whether there is simply too much wrestling to watch. Finally, Eddie issues a challenge to the other hosts as well as all of our listeners in "Eddie's New Segment Segment."
Sep 29, 2016•1 hr 34 min
In this episode we begin a new series taking a look at underappreciated feuds called Story Line Spotlight. Our first edition examines the 1994-95 feud between Bret Hart and Bob Backlund, from Backlund's transformation into his maniacal heel persona all the way to their I Quit Match at WrestleMania XI. Also, Eddie challenges the group to a Steel Quiz Match and debuts his riveting new segment "Eddie's New Segment Segment."
Sep 14, 2016•1 hr 27 min
It's the dog days of summer, and that means one thing: SummerSlam! We break down this year's event as well as the fallout from Raw and Smackdown, and Justin challenges the group to a SummerSlam-themed Steel Quiz Match. Plus we discuss recently watched, including SummerSlam 1990, the Cruiserweight Classic, and much more.
Aug 27, 2016•2 hr 15 min
After the shocking ending to last week's episode, the decision has been made to "split the brand," creating two separate shows. In this episode we conduct the first ever Blue Barred Cage Draft to determine who will appear on which show. With the hosts divided and egos running wild, can Blue Barred Cage survive for a season three?
Aug 18, 2016•37 min
It's our season finale, and we're celebrating our two-year slammiversary! Mark returns for a special interview, and we take a listen to some never-before-heard segments including Urban Legends and a flashback to the year 2000. Things take an unfortunate turn, however, when a legal issue between Eddie and Justin puts the future of Blue Barred Cage in question.
Aug 11, 2016•41 min
In this episode, we first look to the future! We analyze the results of the draft and discuss how the new rosters will shape Raw and Smackdown in the new brand split. Then, we shift our attention to the past to talk about moments and stories that had so much potential, and yet WWE (and WCW) "dropped the ball." Talking points include the Invasion, the Summer of Punk, and much more.
Jul 28, 2016•1 hr 27 min
It's our first annual Summer Movie Blockbuster episode! Each host watched and discusses a movie starring a wrestler: They Live, Suburban Commando, 12 Rounds 3: Lockdown, Santa's Slay, and No Holds Barred. Plus David challenges the group to a movie-themed Steel Quiz Match, and we count down our Fave Five quotes from Jesse Ventura in Predator! tags: all out of bubblegum
Jul 13, 2016•1 hr 29 min
In this episode we go international! Eddie and David join us all the way from Peru in a special segment entitled "Peru Barred Cage." Back home, we welcome the wives back to the show! April, Christi, and Meredith join us yet again to discuss the wrestling and acting careers of the most popular crossover star the WWE has ever produced, The Rock. tags: tooth fairy, fast 8, journey 2: the mysterious island
Jun 29, 2016•1 hr 7 min
In this episode of Blue Barred Cage, Chris and Justin sit down with Matt Scott (aka Honky Tonk Matt) to talk about his experiences as an independent wrestler. We discuss how he got started, his various gimmicks, and some of his favorite stories from over the years involving guys like AJ Styles, Jim Cornette, and Matt's own namesake the Honky Tonk Man.
Jun 15, 2016•57 min
In this episode we discuss the "New Era" in WWE, and where guys like Randy Orton and John Cena will fit when they return to action. Then we use our trustworthy TMZ-like reporting skills to uncover the real reason behind the recent round of releases and unveil the #Cagespiracy to the world. Plus our "picks of the week" and much more.
Jun 01, 2016•1 hr 1 min
Once again we are traveling back in time and revisiting our show from the 90s, "Three Dudes with Attitudes!" This time we look back at the summer of 1998 when we had a Bagel Bite-fueled debate about Stone Cold versus Goldberg. In the present day, we talk about the "new era" of Monday Night Raw, do some fantasy booking, and fondly remember the 9th Wonder of the World, Chyna.
Apr 27, 2016•59 min
In this special episode we look ahead to WrestleMania weekend. We break down the cards for TakeOver: Dallas and Mania 32, and give our predictions for the biggest wrestling weekend of the year!
Mar 29, 2016•48 min
In this episode we are scraping the bottom of the barrel and discussing our picks for the worst WrestleManias of all time. Plus we have an impromptu therapy session to help Chris deal with his conflicted feelings for Y2J, we talk about the retirement of Sting and our Recently Seen, including the new documentary The Resurrection of Jake the Snake.
Mar 23, 2016•1 hr 26 min
In this episode we take a look at the current product as we head into the biggest show of the year, WrestleMania 32. We discuss the Roman Reigns problem and how the WWE could possibly deal with it, the return of Shane McMahon and what implications that might have going forward, and attempt to make some predictions regarding what the Mania card will look like. Plus we discuss Daniel Bryan's retirement as well as this year's Hall of Fame inductees. tags: hey guys naps
Mar 02, 2016•1 hr 9 min
Love is in the air and we are discussing the 1999 event St. Valentine's Day Massacre, featuring guys getting thrown into rivers, black barred cages, and general Attitude Era insanity. Plus David, Chris, and Eddie compete in a belated Royal Rumble-themed game, and Justin talks about attending the Royal Rumble and recent NXT tapings.
Feb 10, 2016•1 hr 19 min
Mini Rumblesode!!!! Since we are all currently riding out Snowpocalypse 2016, in this mini episode we individually discuss our predictions for the 2016 Royal Rumble from the warmth and safety of our own homes. tags: baby, it's, cold, outside
Jan 24, 2016•31 min
Come on a sonic journey with us as we explore the original music of WWE! In this episode we are tackling the music of the Golden Age and New Generation eras, including The Wrestling Albums 1 & 2, WrestleMania: The Album, and more. Plus we discuss our favorite self-sung entrance themes in a new Fave Five, we talk racist Smoky Mountain Wrestling, and Justin & Eddie travel to DC to attend a Smackdown taping. tags: junior co-host
Jan 06, 2016•1 hr 25 min
Another year is almost gone, so we are taking a look back at the year in WWE with a brand new tradition: The Cagey Awards! We give our choices for categories such as best/worst feuds, matches, superstars, and more. Plus, we take a look back at our individual live wrestling experiences at house shows, TV tapings, and PPVs. tags: wrestling, kwanza monster
Dec 19, 2015•1 hr 21 min
Keep rollin' rollin' rollin' rollin' as we discuss the legendary career of the Undertaker! This month marks 25 years since his debut, and we take a look back at the ups and downs of one of the most famous performers ever - our favorite feuds, the Streak, the cheesiest and scariest moments, and whether or not Biker Taker was amazing or awful. Plus we discuss Seth Rollins' injury and the situation surrounding the vacant title, and Eddie does the entire show from a car going down the highway. tags:...
Nov 15, 2015•1 hr 48 min
It's our second annual Halloween episode, and we cue up the spook yet again! First we are joined by special guest Meredith Bell for her new segment "Dolph's Diva," then we count down our Fave Five bloody moments. Finally, David Modzelewski returns to help us break down WCW Halloween Havoc 1991, featuring the Chamber of Horrors Match, the WCW Phantom, and much more. tags: spook, spook
Oct 28, 2015•1 hr 33 min
It's our "show about nothing:" no research, no preparation, just talking about whatever comes to mind! Topics include: Raw's ratings woes, the popularity of NXT, the role of the Dudley Boyz, Table for 3, Game of Thrones, and more. Plus we play a new Eddie-created game, Wrestling Missing Link. tags: nothing
Oct 16, 2015•54 min
In this episode we take an in-depth look at the most influential stable in wrestling history, The Four Horsemen. We explore the history of the group and its various incarnations, and rank all sixteen members from worst to best. Plus our Recently Watched, a Steel Quiz Match that devolves into chaos, and much more.
Oct 02, 2015•1 hr 26 min
After last season's shocking finale, Blue Barred Cage is back for season two! New co-host David Modzelewski joins Chris and Eddie to discuss instances of the WWE attempting to alter history or erase certain wrestlers from memory. Then we take a look back at our favorite U.S. Title reigns from 1996-2010. Plus we apparently have not heard the last from a certain former host... tags: wcw, wwf, wwe, j-ster
Sep 09, 2015•1 hr 9 min
It's the "season finale" of the Blue Barred Cage, so we chose to take a look back at some of our favorite moments from the first year of the show. However, things didn't go exactly as expected, and it has led to a major shake-up for the podcast. We have chosen to post this episode with the ending intact, so our fans understand what happened (we warn you, there is some very NSFW language). We hope that you will join us soon as we embark on season two. Tags: heel turn
Aug 28, 2015•45 min
The wrestling world is still reeling from it's second major loss in just a few months, so in this episode we pay tribute to the late, great "Rowdy" Roddy Piper by discussing our favorite moments and matches of the Rowdy One. Then we take a look back at the summer classic as we pick our favorite SummerSlam cards of all time. Plus Justin's Komedy Korner, slow claps, biscuits and gravy potato chips, and much more! tags: rowdy roddy piper, wwf, wrestling, bubblegum, they live
Aug 12, 2015•1 hr 12 min
We are back with more urban legends! Our friend David Modzelewski joins us once again to discuss strange conspiracy theories from the world of pro wrestling. Was the Ultimate Warrior replaced by a look-alike in 1992? Was Vince Russo sent to WCW to deliberately destroy it? Was there more to Shawn Michaels and Vince McMahon's relationship than we know? We talk these and more, plus we address the Hulk Hogan scandal that got him fired from WWE and the legacy/future of Daniel Bryan. tags: wrestling, ...
Jul 29, 2015•1 hr 27 min
On its anniversary, we take a look back on the landmark PPV Bash at the Beach 1996 and discuss its importance to wrestling history. Also in this episode we pay tribute to the late, great Dusty Rhodes with a new Fave Five, talk about the new Tough Enough Series, and Eddie gets out of a ticket by cutting a promo on a cop. tags: mark
Jul 06, 2015•53 min
In this episode, travel back with us to 1996 as we revisit the precursor to the Blue Barred Cage, "Three Dudes with Attitudes." The middle school versions of our hosts discuss the hot topics of the day, including SummerSlam, Ecto Coolers, CompuServe, and downloading pictures of Sunny on a dial-up connection. Plus in the present day, we have Justin's Komedy Korner and talk possible WrestleMania 32 matches. tags: jennifer lawrence, bacon number
Jun 23, 2015•53 min
After a short hiatus, we're back with "Wrestling What Ifs." In this episode we pose some alternate history questions and ponder how things may have gone differently for guys like Shawn Michaels, Vader, and Stone Cold. Plus we discuss the plight of Bray Wyatt, our friend Mark stops by for a chat, and we debut a new segment, Justin's Komedy Korner. tags: paper, lettuce
Jun 08, 2015•55 min
Turn down the lights, pour a glass of wine, and get ready for our adults-only show, "Blue Barred Cage: Nights." It's a lot like the regular show, but, you know, sexier. Our friend David Modzelewski joins us once again to discuss our favorite Intercontinental Title matches, picked both by us and listeners! We also talk about the state of Monday Night Raw, Sheamus' new look, and the opening credits of Silk Stalkings, among other sexy topics. #wwe #wwf #wcw #raw #sexy #nighttime #silkstalkings
May 12, 2015•1 hr 6 min
