Challenged: A Podcast About Mtv's The Challenge

Panic sets in as the contestants must solve a puzzle while swimming in a shark tank, and a last-minute decision in deliberation leaves one team in shambles.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

In this episode of Challenged, the hosts dive into the latest season of MTV's The Challenge, discussing the Fantasy League, the challenges, and the dynamics of the contestants. They explore the strategies, injuries, and alliances that form as the competition heats up. The conversation also touches on the production choices and the evolving nature of reality TV, with a focus on the characters' transformations and the politics of elimination. In this episode, the hosts delve into the intricate dynamics of politicking within the Challenge house, highlighting the strategic choices made by players as they navigate alliances and paranoia. The nominations reveal unexpected votes and betrayals, leading to a dramatic elimination showdown where agility and strategy take precedence over brute strength. The aftermath sets the stage for future twists, including potential partner changes, while the hosts reflect on the extreme reactions of fans towards the players.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co

Tonya puts a target on the back of her longtime rival Tina as she heads into Exile, a romance sparks between two of the housemates, and another team goes home after a frustrating 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.

Tonya and Johnnie find a way to be better teammates to each other, an injury threatens to sideline one contestant, and alliances and friendships are tested during a difficult deliberation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

The roommates cut loose with a costume party, and Casey reaches her limits with Wes after yet another grueling trip to Exile.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

Wes takes it personally when Johanna's team faces the possibility of being sent into Exile, and tensions rise when Johanna refuses to do things Wes's way in the deliberation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

Melinda struggles in the house without Danny, one team loses its power position in the competition to an unlikely pair, and the contestants go head-to-head in Exile.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

Diem opens up to Derrick about her cancer diagnosis, the Austin crew has a target on its backs in the strength challenge, and one contestant volunteers to go into Exile.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

The contestants test their balance in Bush Whacked, and two teams head into Exile with a hefty challenge that sends one team packing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

Things are a little different on the Challenge this time around. Twelve brand new, never-on-TV competitors join the veterans to battle it out for crazy cash in Australia.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

The two-part finale is here! We go over both parts and give our thoughts on how things shake out.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

Teams are down to the wire and have to make sure they have a star to get into the final.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

As teams dwindle, paranoia sets in on who can get a star before the final.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

We're approaching the final, so there's nowhere to hide. Shane and Da'vonne are playing the middle, but so obviously that they may become targets themselves. The house is divided between whether to throw in strong star-holders or weak players into The Jungle. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

Challengers get paranoid as a new team wins 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.

TJ reveals what happens to eliminated players' stars, and the house goes into chaos before nominations.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

Rivals learn about each other as teams try to make big moves in 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.

Challengers are thrown for rings as they compete to win immunity from elimination. Partners are frustrated with each other due to performance.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

Sickness sweeps the house as tempers start to flare between partners.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.

Challengers quit during a heights challenge while teams try to stay out of the first elimination.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support.