In The Jungle: A Podcast Mostly About the Cincinnati Bengals
121 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsTherapy for Bengals fans, delivered by Matt Edwards and his guests/friends. New episodes drop every Tuesday afternoon, unless noted otherwise by @MattEdwards on Twitter. That's also where you can drop him a line!
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Episodes
Joe Burrow is going to come back and destroy the Earth | With Jeremy Rauch
September 14, 2022 01:00 - 29 minutes - 22.7 MBFOX 19's Jeremy Rauch joins Matt as the Bengals prepare to visit the banged up Cowboys.
Bengals lose to the inferior Steelers
September 12, 2022 00:47 - 19 minutes - 22.5 MBMatt tells you why he doesn't feel any different after the loss to Pittsburgh than he did before the season.
SUPER BOWL PREDICTION AND STEELERS WEEK!
September 08, 2022 13:24 - 39 minutes - 47.5 MBMatt gives you his predictions for who makes the playoffs, wins the Super Bowl, and what happen when the Steelers visit Cincinnati to open the 2022 NFL Season.
The Golden Era is Underway
September 01, 2022 14:22 - 32 minutes - 36.4 MBMatt talks about the 53-man roster and why the Bengals problems are the best problems. PLUS: His five favorite things about the offseason and how we're about to enter the greatest era of football in the history of the Cincinnati Bengals.
I’m Still Mad | Solocast
February 18, 2022 17:33 - 26 minutes - 32.1 MBMatt tells us why he can't get over the outcome of Super Bowl 56, a couple small what-ifs that could have been the difference in the game, and what he wants to see from Zac Taylor moving forward.
California Dreamin’ | Solocast
February 11, 2022 14:57 - 29 minutes - 34.2 MBBefore heading to Los Angeles, Matt breaks down the QB battle, the key to stopping Aaron Donald, why some aren't giving the Bengals a shot, and reads your predictions ahead Super Bowl LVI before the Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles Rams.
IT IS SUPER BOWL WEEK | Solocast
February 08, 2022 18:01 - 33 minutes - 38.2 MBMatt gets into what the Bengals need to do to win this week as Joe Burrow and the AFC Champions head to Los Angeles for a big game.
The Cincinnati Bengals are in the Super Bowl | With Jerod Smalley
January 31, 2022 15:52 - 44 minutes - 32.3 MBNBC4 Sports Director and long-time Bengals fan Jerod Smalley joins Matt to break down what the Bengals did to come back from a 21-3 deficit to beat the Chiefs and earn a trip to Super Bowl 56.
AFC CHAMPIONSHIP DAY! | Solocast
January 30, 2022 16:53 - 13 minutes - 16.8 MBMatt tells you why you have every reason to believe in Joe Burrow today, examines how hot the defense has been, and reminds you to soak up this moment.
Kansas City, Here Dey Come | Guest Hosted by Jed DeMuesy with Dan Hoard and Sam Blackburn
January 28, 2022 00:06 - 29 minutes - 18 MBThe Bengals are on to Kansas City -- and while Matt sips cocktails in Costa Rica -- Jed DeMuesy fills in with THE VOICE OF THE BENGALS Dan Hoard and Zanesville Times Recorder sports reporter and columnist Sam Blackburn.
Bengals Should Beat the Titans | Solocast
January 21, 2022 14:04 - 19 minutes - 23.5 MBMatt tells you why he's very confident in the Bengals as they travel to Nashville.
The Cincinnati Bengals Won a Playoff Game | Solocast
January 18, 2022 00:11 - 21 minutes - 25.7 MBMatt is beyond thrilled as he still rides the high of the Bengals winning a playoff game for the first time in 31 years.
Bengals, Raiders, and The Curse to be Broken | With Jeremy Rauch
January 13, 2022 15:53 - 53 minutes - 41.3 MBFOX19's Jeremy Rauch is In The Jungle this week as the Bengals look to break their 31-year drought of not winning a playoff game. There's a lot going on in this podcast, so if you're interested in the game, give it a listen.
AFC NORTH CHAMPIONS! | With Lindsay Patterson
January 04, 2022 17:36 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBLindsay Patterson is In The Jungle as she and Matt look at how the Bengals continue to be ahead of schedule, how they should approach the Browns' game, and what opponent they'd like to see in the playoffs.
Bengals, Chiefs, and a Statement to be Made | With Jed DeMuesy
December 30, 2021 18:52 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBJed DeMuesy drops by to preview the Bengals/Chiefs showdown, talk about what a jabroni Bart Scott is, and look at the potential fallout from various scenarios involving the Bengals' playoff hunt.
Joe Burrow Owns Baltimore | With Willie Lutz
December 27, 2021 17:16 - 46 minutes - 31.4 MBWillie Lutz is In The Jungle to marvel over Joe Burrow's historic performance, dish out grievances on John Harbaugh and Wink Martindale, praise Tee Higgins, discuss how the Bengals are dangerous again, and go through the playoff scenarios as Cincinnati prepares to host the Chiefs.
Merry Christmas! Now Step on Their Throats | Solocast
December 24, 2021 17:12 - 13 minutes - 15.9 MBMatt gets into the hand the Bengals have been dealt as they take on Baltimore this Sunday.
Our Beautiful Boy Joe | With Jerod Smalley
December 20, 2021 15:28 - 1 hour - 40.5 MBNBC4 Sports Director Jerod Smalley joins In The Jungle to discuss the handsomeness of Joe Burrow and Tom Brady, the distinction of the Bengals' win in Denver vs. others in 2021, and how this Cincinnati defense is oozing some sort of confidence as they round third.
OUR PETS HEAD ARE FALLING OFF | Solocast
December 15, 2021 13:21 - 24 minutes - 28.6 MBMatt laments on the Bengals' inability to get out of their own way as they head into a stretch of games that will determine whether or not they can make the playoffs.
Keep The Faith | Solocast
December 07, 2021 17:52 - 21 minutes - 25.8 MBMatt breaks down a key number to beating the 49ers, why Sunday's loss to the Chargers doesn't seem so bad a couple days removed, and the road ahead as the Bengals push toward a playoff berth.
Burrow v. Herbert, Chapter 1 | With Joe Reedy
November 30, 2021 23:48 - 43 minutes - 40 MBMatt breaks down what the Bengals' season has meant so far, what it means to their division rivals, and how the expectations have changed. Associated Press sportswriter Joe Reedy joins In The Jungle to preview the Chargers and reflect on how this Bengals' hot start reminds him of 2005.
Pompin‘ Ain‘t Easy | With Bob Pompeani
November 23, 2021 16:41 - 25 minutes - 25.1 MBKDKA Sports Director Bob Pompeani joins In The Jungle as the Steelers and Bengals claw their way through the AFC North. Plus, Matt breaks down the traits he liked from the Bengals in Vegas, what worries him about the Steelers, and talks Thanksgiving foods with Pomp.
What Happens in Vegas | Solocast
November 16, 2021 17:21 - 16 minutes - 18.8 MBThe Bengals have no wiggle room as they head to Las Vegas in Week 11. Matt breaks down the scenarios that could have the Bengals back atop the AFC North come Monday, why the roller coaster ride of a season won't stop, and Jessie Bates' comments from Monday.
Bye Week Blues | Solocast
November 10, 2021 15:58 - 14 minutes - 17.3 MBMatt recaps the positives and negatives of the Bengals' first half of 2021, including why the beatdown from Cleveland is inexcusable, what Joe Burrow has to clean up, and why Bengals' fans should be optimistic despite losing two straight.
Battle of Ohio, Pt. 1 | With Craig Smylie
November 03, 2021 00:18 - 48 minutes - 41.3 MBMatt blows off the disaster in the Concrete Jungle and moves onto to Cleveland, as his old pal Craig Smylie joins the show as the two best NFL teams in Ohio prepare for a showdown by the river.
Football Capital of The World | With Brandon Saho
October 26, 2021 00:59 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBBrandon Saho is In The Jungle to breakdown if the Bengals are Super Bowl contenders, share great and awful Cincinnati sports memories, and give away his secret to an excellent Skyline Chili meal.
For The Throne: Joe vs. Lamar | Solocast
October 19, 2021 15:17 - 28 minutes - 33.9 MBThe Bengals head to Baltimore as the AFC North's top quarterbacks battle for first place -- Can Cincinnati knock Lamar Jackson off his throne? Also -- How Zac Taylor's strength outweighs a past weakness, how the Bengals stop the Ravens, and a breakdown of if the Bengals deserve "top-ten" status.
BITE A KNEECAP OFF WEEK! | With Andre Perrotta
October 13, 2021 01:57 - 45 minutes - 30.3 MBDid the bar just get raised for the Bengals, despite a loss? Will the Lions players actually try to bite anyone this weekend, and what other concerns should we have in the Motor City? Andre Perrotta, Cincinnati native and the smartest man to ever join In The Jungle, chats with Matt from the Detroit area to break it down.
Joe Burrow‘s Shot at The Throne | With Jed DeMuesy
October 05, 2021 13:38 - 45 minutes - 30.2 MBCan Joe Burrow out-duel Aaron Rodgers this Sunday? Jed DeMuesy returns to break down Packers/Bengals, some national assumptions about the Bengals, who makes Cincinnati's Ring of Honor in 2022, Urban Meyer's future, and more!
In First Place and Primetime | With Lindsay Patterson
September 27, 2021 19:06 - 39 minutes - 30.3 MBLindsay Patterson joins Matt In The Jungle as the Bengals get a statement win in Pittsburgh! What traits does the team need to carry forward, how important is it to keep this energy vs. Jacksonville, and why isn't Corey Dillon in Canton?
Ugly Yellow Bridge Week | With Ray Zawodni
September 22, 2021 00:16 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBPittsburgh native and hilarious comedian Ray Zawodni joins the podcast to talk Steelers, but not before Matt breaks down why you should get used to the heart-pounding style of Bengals' football we saw in the first two weeks. PLUS: Is Big Ben just about washed? How many points do the Bengals need to win? And what NFL head coach would Matt fight?
Afraid of Nooooobody | With Nicole Zembrodt
September 13, 2021 15:01 - 37 minutes - 29.1 MBThe Bengals got aggressive in their overtime win over Minnesota! Nicole Zembrodt takes a break from her AllBengals/Sports Illustrated duties and joins Matt to talk about the message the Bengals sent on Sundey and what's next for Joe Burrow's 1-0 squad.
THE 2021 NFL SEASON PREDICTION SHOW!
September 09, 2021 12:36 - 22 minutes - 25.9 MBMatt predicts every team's record, tell us which 14 teams make the playoffs, who wins Super Bowl 56, MVP, and so on.
Come Out Swingin‘ | With Jeremy Rauch
September 08, 2021 20:25 - 45 minutes - 34.2 MBFOX 19 Sportscaster and Licking County Legend Jeremy Rauch is In The Jungle to tell us why the Bengals first month is so important, his prediction for Week 1 vs. Minnesota, a breakout player on offense, his Bengals record AND Super Bowl predictions -- and much, much more! Follow him on Twitter @FOX19Jeremy.
When will Burrow be Burrow? | Solocast
August 27, 2021 15:50 - 13 minutes - 15.2 MBMatt flies solo this week and tells you what he wants to see as Joe Burrow returns to the field, his anxiety over injuries, and the rookie he wants to see get a shot in the backfield.
Up The Standard | With Rick Broering
August 19, 2021 18:42 - 29 minutes - 22.9 MBRick Broering finds himself In The Jungle as he and Matt wonder why the bar isn't higher for one Bengals draft pick, why they're fine if Jessie Bates doesn't get re-signed, and where Rick would eat the final meal of his life.
Real Fans Love The Preseason | Solocast
August 10, 2021 15:50 - 11 minutes - 13.3 MBMatt flies solo this week to explain why Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase should be given more time to knock off the rust, his excitement for Tee Higgins sophomore season, and why the Bengals preseason, and preseason in general, is awesome.
Will The Steelers Stink? | With Jon Ross
August 03, 2021 15:10 - 28 minutes - 19.2 MBMatt talks to Jon Ross, a lawyer and Steelers historian/fan, about the potential downfall of the Steelers and how perfectly it lines up with the ascent of Joe Burrow and the Bengals.
The Jeep Wave | With Jed DeMuesy
July 27, 2021 15:21 - 41 minutes - 32.3 MBJed DeMuesy joins us to talk expectations for the 2021 Bengals, how he'll raise his kids as a Browns fan living in Cincinnati, and a major issue he has with certain vehicle drivers.
Bengals Schedule Release! | With Chris Brantley
May 13, 2021 01:29 - 29 minutes - 22.6 MBHow many games will the Bengals win in 2021? Chris Brantley joins the podcast to take us through it, including how many wins Zac Taylor needs to stick around until 2022.
The Bengals Drafted Monsters | Solocast
May 03, 2021 12:40 - 20 minutes - 24.7 MBMatt breaks down why he loved the Bengals' 2021 draft class.
Wild Times | With George Vogel
April 28, 2021 15:54 - 33 minutes - 25.9 MBLegendary Cincinnati sportscaster George Vogel joins In The Jungle to talk about the old days of covering the Bengals, how the draft has evolved, and shares some of his best and worst memories of his time around Bengaldom.
BENGALS NEW UNIS GO HARD | Solocast
April 20, 2021 12:32 - 13 minutes - 15.2 MBWas there a hint to what the Bengals might do at No. 5 overall in the uniform unveiling?
Elise Jesse Doesn't Hate Zac Taylor | With Elise Jesse
April 13, 2021 19:19 - 40 minutes - 28.4 MBMatt's friend and former co-worker Elise Jesse joins the podcast to squash the Twitter rumors she hates Zac Taylor, give her side of the Sewell vs. Chase debate, and reminisce about her days as a Cincinnati sportscaster.
Draft Sewell Over Chase | 5 Reasons in 8 Minutes
April 06, 2021 16:20 - 8 minutes - 5.93 MBMatt Edwards flies solo this week to give you five reasons he thinks the Bengals should draft Penei Sewell over Ja'Marr Chase.
Changing Their Stripes? | With Joe Reedy
March 30, 2021 14:54 - 51 minutes - 40 MBFormer Bengals beat writer and current Associated Press sports reporter Joe Reedy tells us about the highs and lows of his time covering the Bengals, if he buys into the franchise's #NewStripes direction, and Florida Man. Follow Joe on Twitter: @joereedy.
What do the Bengals do at No. 5? | With Jed DeMuesy
March 24, 2021 18:01 - 54 minutes - 35.8 MBJed gives us the scoop on his departure from Local 12. Chase. Pitts. Sewell. Trade? Washed up Cincinnati broadcasters swap Marvin Lewis tales. What athlete would Jed fight?
What do the Bengals do at No. 5? Jed DeMuesy helps us figure it out.
March 24, 2021 18:01 - 54 minutes - 35.8 MBJed gives us the scoop on his departure from Local 12. Chase. Pitts. Sewell. Trade? Washed up Cincinnati broadcasters swap Marvin Lewis tales. What athlete would Jed fight?
The Bengals are Insane
March 16, 2021 16:52 - 14 minutes - 17 MBFor the second straight year, the Bengals are letting us all down. Joe Burrow deserves better.
The Ohio State (and more) Episode with Jerod Smalley
March 09, 2021 16:50 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBJerod Smalley joins the Good Old Football Podcast to discuss Justin Fields draft status, Dwayne Haskins future, Joe Burrow, Mike Vrabel vs. Urban Meyer, and much, much, much more.