Challenged: A Podcast About The Challenge on CBS, MTV, and Paramount+

It's the first episode of Evicted! A new podcast all about Big Brother. It's the first week in the house and we cover the compeitions, alliances, and even some hook ups. All this with a robot on the show! Welcome to Evicted!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Buckle up, kids. The third part of The Challenge trilogy starts July 10. To prepare, your favorite Challenge podcast goes over the new cast, pairs, talks about theories on potential formats. We steer clear of spoilers except for casting spoilers, so avoid this one if you really don't want to know who is on the show or the partners/teams they are on.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Well, we made it. Another season finale. Who puts on frozen clothes the fastest? Who eats the most gross food? Do the dad bods stand a chance against professional athletes? All these questions and more are answered. Also our interview with Laurel seems to have made waves in the Twitterverse. But hey, those comments were taken out of context.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We're winding down this season of Champs vs Stars and preparing for Final Reckoning. Wes shows what kind of mastermind he is and why he's the greatest Challenge politician of all time. Louise and Casper face an uphill challenge to get to the final. Will they get there? I guess we'll find out next week for the grande finale. Also they misspelled a word. C'mon MTV.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Fan-favorite and one of the best players to play the game, Darrell is in the house! We ask the standard questions, but we also had to squeeze in some questions about Sarah Greyson, the Gauntlet Queen and one of my favorite players. Darrell was a super charming and personable guy, and we bought him hot dogs. We’re basically best friends now. This wraps up our interviews from the Challenge Throwdown for the Cause event in Yorkville. Thanks for listening!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Melinda asked us to get a little weird with it, and we did. I think we made her a little uncomfortable, but that’s ok because she did the same to us. Or at least she tried. We haven’t seen Melinda on the show for quite some time, but we were still excited to meet her in person. We had a separate conversation before our interview that I wish we would’ve recorded but alas, this is all you get of the beautiful Melinda.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

This week we find out which team Booby is sending into the Elimination. Also a Champ has a tirade and accuses another team of cheating. After that we find a twist that lowers the competition to just 4 teams.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We weren’t sure what to make of Nicole exactly, but her over-the-top presence we see on TV made for quite the charming, interesting and exciting interactions we had at the Challenge Throwdown for the Cause event. She was very candid maybe a bit drunk for this interview, so prepare yourself.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Let’s be honest, our podcasts are not competitors, so we love having Derrick on a show other than Challenge Mania. Word of warning, this was quite late in the night and many drinks were had, leading to some distraction and some nonsense. Challenged Superfan Kelly interrupts this episode to give Derrick a foot massage which certainly didn’t help the distraction issues. Derrick was super cool, very outgoing and we’re thrilled to have this fan-favorite on the show.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Thanks to Jordan for taking time out of his evening during the Challenge Throwdown event to talk to us about horror movies, his production company, his motorcycles and more. Unfortunately Tori D. wasn't able to join him on this trip, or we could've helped figure out if that relationship has staying power. During the interview we definitely sort out why he and Laurel didn't work out. We're a podcast, but we're also relationship counselors apparently. Some people insist their partners fold instead of crinkle.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We're taking a short break from interviews for this episode, where we sat down with other fans of The Challenge at the Throwdown for the Cause event in Yorkville. This is Kelly's first live appearance on the show, so give her a hand! Also joining us is her husband Dan, Zach, and Derrick (but not THAT Derrick) who all tell stories about meeting the cast and try to stay coherent after several drinks. We also take some time to talk to Josh, the man behind the events, and get a little insight into the cast and what it takes to organize these events. Stay tuned, we still have interviews coming up with Melinda, Darrell, Derrick, Jordan and Nicole.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We're back with a look at what happens when people stop being friends and start learning to swim. This episode we learn about the twist that the Miz left us on at the end of the last episode and we learn who can swim and who can't.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

More interviews from the Challenge Throwdown for the Cause event in Yorkville! This time we sat down with Tori Hall and Ashley Kelsey. Ashley was the captain for Hillary's volleyball team, so you could say we're all basically best friends now. We ask a little about the Challenge, but also play a fun game of "would you rather?" and learn more about the Challengers in life after The Challenge.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Thanks to Laurel for sitting down with us in Yorkville Illinois to answer some questions about The Challenge, but more importantly the shows she watches on Netflix. Forensic Files for life. We also touch on her episode of Fear Factor and her one elimination loss against the terrible Camila.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We were lucky enough to sit down and chat with Cohutta at the Challenge Throwdown for the Cause event in Yorkville, Illinois. We talked about many topics, from toilet paper to cell phones to careers and his cousin Jill. He also shares some of that deep southern wisdom and charm with us. [powepress]Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Yeah, it's another sausage fest up in here. We have a special guest, Zach, for this bite-sized podcast without notes that we go over out of order. We almost got Tori to watch us live, but I guess we failed. Wes is struggling to maintain his place in the house, the Stars are learning how to play the game a little faster than we expected, and we spend a lot of time talking about our trip to meet some Challengers next month in Yorkville.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

No girls allowed! It's just the men of Challenged tonight, and you know what that means. A short show, no notes, no prep work and lots of distractions. We talk Tori, Ashley, Aneesa and the drama involved with all of them. Wes tries and fails to start an alliance. Tony Time embarasses us all. We end on a bunch of drama that leads nowhere and accomplishes nothing. A typical Challenge episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

It's a very special episode of Challenged with Hill's first time hosting and a special appearance by a 5-year-old fighting bedtime. We may be distracted, but I think we do a stellar job of covering the Champs and Stars divisions and the game-within-a-game of this season. Who can trust these crazy Champs with all their shenanigans?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

It's time for some life sized Shuffle Board! We get to see the fall out of Kaihla cursing, Hennisey predictably goes a little crazy, and the Stars seem to be forming a plan to take over the game. Lots of fun stuff this episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We're loosey-goosey in our coverage of Champs vs Stars. I mean, do we even talk about this episode? I've had too many beers to know I guess, but it's nice to see some of the Champs return. We like the division of the Champs even more, and the teams within teams that we see. Stay tuned to our Facebook group since our schedule of coverage will change as we go.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We took a break because the finale was terrible. C'mon MTV, stop making us wait to see the winner of The Challenge, we just find spoilers anyway. Zach and Hillary are here to help host, and we cover the winner of Vendettas. Spoiler, it's Cara Maria. We're too nice to make you wait to know. It's Cara. You go girl. We cover the finale and the reunion episodes in this super-special craziness.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

The remaining cast heads off to Prague to prepare for the finale. We see them dodge pylons and the stacked men's team means we kick off some men in maybe unfair ways. The Troika is finally stacked with some females who save some men in a way you may not expect. We find out who the final 8 are that are heading to the final, but when is it and how long will it take? We'll find out eventually.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We're winding down in the season now, so the game is heating up. We see some Challengers stabbing each other in the back, others sticking with their alliances even though it means they'll get thrown in. 2 people head home and the rest go to the Czech Republic, although we don't know who until next week.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Technical problems continue to plague the show, but don't worry. We find a way to deliver a full episode. Devin is still coming down from his nirvana experience, but has a rude awakening and major disappointment. Natalie continues to play everyone's game except her own, being a pawn that delivers the goods to the last person who holds her attention. And a previous love affair brings about some emotions when the mercenaries show up to take contestants out. Try to ignore the talk about Brad's hair oils.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

One of the greatest episodes of The Challenge ever! Alliances are crushed as friends have to make very tough decisions to advance their game. Rivalries are reinforced and everyone's games gets shook. Mean girls are no fun, and MTV does not endorse bullying. It's a long recap, so buckle up.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We know Marie went in last week, but who is she going up against? Kam is a traitor and not good at this game, and you can feel free to tweet hatred at us for that comment. The rest of the crew plays some soccer wearing stilts and zorbs, and we see a classic vendetta come to a head. Why you gettin' so upset? We're down a podcast host and note taker, but we try our hardest. Cut us some slack.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

The mercenaries come in to wreak havoc on our poor Challengers while Kam does her best Fire Marshall Bill impression. A new challenge proves very difficult for everyone, with broken glass and stitches and ambulance rides galore.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We get to see Brad and the selected Challenger enter an elimination. We do find out who is leaving the notes in Britni's bed. Some drama in the kitchen makes Devin and Banana's vendetta even stronger. And in the elimination TJ drops a surprise on everyone before a challenger gets an injury that might take them out of the game.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

WHO IS THE BLURRY FIGURE WHO LEFT THE NOTES? The world may never know, but that won't stop us from speculating. We see a Challenge this week. It's underwater and at night. But no elimination. Maybe one of these weeks we'll see a full episode. This time around Shane and Victor are friends until they're not, Britni and Cara make out, Nicole and Kyle make out, and our worlds are turned upside down.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Well, it's a filler episode but maybe, just maybe it means next week we'll get a challenge and an elimination. The rookie girls get riled up and fight, and we don't really see much else going on otherwise. This elimination will go down as one of the most hardcore we've seen so far. We've listened to your feedback and we appreciate it. We'll keep the long form episodes as long as no one complains.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Pizzagate isn't just a weird alt-right conspiracy theory. It's also an episode of The Challenge, where Brad comes back as his intense, passionate self and starts a half-million dollar fight over pizza. Was it worth it? We get trivia and a food challenge combined, and a Challenger tries his best to redeem himself and win for his team.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

It's our goal this time around to make sure our recaps take less time than watching the actual episode. Do we succeed? Hell yes. We always do. We see a pathetic showing of an elimination and get some real-time behind the scenes about the elimination. We also see some of the very worst politicking in the history of The Challenge. We leave on yet another cliffhanger of an Inquisition. Who will the Troika end up sending in?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Well, we finally made it to the end of Champs vs. Stars. This poor show got lost in the other Challenge mayhem, overlapping the end of Dirty Thirty and the beginning of Vendettas. So far, the Champs have swept the series. Will that continue, or will the Stars actually win something? This also ends our double-coverage of episodes, thankfully.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

What in the world is a troika? And how do you pronouce it? We finally get some details on how this game works, including the troika, the inquisition, and the Ring. But what is the grenade and how is it used? I guess we figure it out eventually.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Our coverage of Champs vs. Stars has been demoted to a short aftershow in the wake of Vendettas. This week we cover the purge in the swimming challenge and at least some of the Challengers who are on their way to the final next week.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

It's a super-ultra long episode of Challenged to accompany the premiere of Vendettas. We love seeing midlife crisis Brad, as well as the new Challengers from other random shows in the US and UK. We haveto intro a bunch of newbies to this insane game and see how the vets fit into the equation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

The Champs are heading for a shutout clean sweep, but can the Stars stop them? Are alliances strong enough to withstand a vote that may not go as intended? This episode is all about strength. Who is the strongest player, but more importantly, the strongest team?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Challenged was fortunate enough to meet all the Challengers in Yorkville at the first event for Throwdown for the Cause. In this episode we talk about the event and our experiences in meeting Bananas, Cara Maria, Brad, Kelly Anne, Britni, Derrick, Zach, Jenna and Kyle. The Throwdown tour is coming to a town near you, so we definitely recommend going.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

ZACH ATTACK IS BACK. We have a special guest host standing up for Bananas during the conflict with Bananas vs. Wes. The group plays human foosball and of course can't do anything without major conflicts.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We attended the Throwdown for the Cause in Yorkville, Illinois and had the fortune of meeting many Challengers. Unfortunately we had little luck in getting interviews, but Kelly Anne and Britni were nice enough to spend a little time chatting with us. Thank you to Kelly Anne and Britni! We did meet some other Challengers and put a bug in their ears for interviews, so we'll follow up and try to get more interviews later.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Hashtag BringHillaryBack2017 worked, and Hillary joins us. We get a new Challenger entering the game to replace the many who had to leave. An alliance breaks out on the Stars team, but do they have the numbers to change the game? Will the Stars finally break their losing streak? And will Riff Raff regain his memory?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

In this special bonus episode of Challenged Bryan plays a game show with his other co-hosts called DID CT SAY IT? He reads off 15 quotes in his best CT voice and the others have to say if it's a quote from CT or did another Challenge member say it. Lots of fun was had.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

The contestants are dropping like flies and it seems like everyone wants to go into elimination. Drama drama everywhere on the stars team, including a bodyguard who can't tell if an injury is an accident or not.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We got a whole episode, but the only thing that matters is the CT vs TO fight. Also Jenna fought the floor and lost. The crew plays some parkour and some dodgeball at the same time.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Will we ever get a break from The Challenge? Maybe not. But this season is shaping up to be one of the best, despite only being a "mini season". We get drama, a challenge, nomination and an elimination… all in one episode. Also, someone goes nuts. Good times.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Ugh, we made it. Finally. We recap the finale. It was fine. It was boring. It's the end.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

It's been a long season, but we made it. Finally. Well, sorta. We're not going to know who wins until next week, but that doesn't stop us from speculating this time around. Also, meet us (and some Challenge people) in Yorkville, IL next month.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

We finally get all the challengers eliminated down to the final 6. Does #TeamHunny have a representative in the final? Also we switch locations, an injury could take a finalist out of the race, and we place some sticks and stones. Mainly just stones.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

The big twist is finally revealed. We see a Redemption Challenge which is supposed to be the last, but c'mon, you can't fool us. We get to see our first couple finalists, and we fall out of love with one of our favorite challengers while falling in love with some of the rookies.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

It's crybaby episode part two, but things are heating up and people are quickly heading to the Redemption House. The Challenge may have been lackluster, but the elimination was intense and crazy. We're winding down this season and are excited to see how these alliances have shaken up.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.