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

We learn who wins immunity, who wins fire, and who wins $2 Million. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2026

As numbers dwindle, we get double the eliminations. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2026

Another twist threatens an strong alliance to break apart. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2026

Chaos reigns as Mr. Beast shows 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.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2026

Another fan twist has both contestants and the audience all smiles as the fallout from the last Tribal Council makes people pick sides. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2026

A twist causes a quick change in who everyone wants to vote for. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2026

The Blood Moon has set to the merge is complete. The exiled players return to see the camp missing lots of players. With everyone on the same beach now, alliances are getting tested while information is being shared. Lines in the sand are drawn, and those lines last. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2026

The Merge is here, and alliances are tested as the immunity challenge brings a twist never before seen. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2026

Alliances begin to form as the castaways see that they can't stay out of tribal forever. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2026

A music star stops by the island to give the winners of the latest challenge a reward while other castaways begin to question their alliances. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2026

It's time for a tribe swap! Survivors settle in to their new tribes and find new alliances. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2026

We get into a reward and immunity challenges as alliances take shape and some relationships begin to crumble. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2026

Alliances take shape as the Survivors land on the beach. Who will be the first one to be sent home? 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.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2026

We breakdown the cast for the upcoming Season 50 and explain the game to Carlyn who has never seen an 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.

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2026

We sort of talk about the reunion, but most of this just ends up being us chatting about whatever. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 20 December 2025

We are at the final. Who wins, who quits, and whose body completely gives 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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 5 December 2025

Wolfie and Carlyn are out yet again, but Tim and Ryan hold down the fort to discuss the penultimate episode of Vets and New Threats. The final is in sight, but we've got one last elimination. Players turn hostile and start fights over hypothetical betrayals.  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.

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2025

Tempers flare as the final is just around the corner and Challengers begin to make a move to advance. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 14 November 2025

Alliances start to weaken as the final approaches. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2025

A challenger tries a bold strategy for staying out of 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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 31 October 2025

Everyone is out, so it's Tim and Ryan this episode going over the latest episode of Vets and New Threats. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 25 October 2025

A plan to get a challenger into elimination works and a weak elimination sends home a veteran. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 17 October 2025

Challengers BAND together to finish the challenge and mind games make one challenger make a mistake. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 10 October 2025

The first locked in Challenge shows who are big competitors and an old fight resurfaces. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2025

A look at the type of quality entertainment we give on our Patreon exclusive Preshow. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2025

An individual challenge reveals a bunch of cheating, and this affects how the team chooses to go forward. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 26 September 2025

The remaining three teams compete in an intense final challenge for a chance to take home $250,000. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 24 September 2025

Karma comes for one veteran, as their challenge performance raises suspicions; the announcement of the Lock-In approaching pushes the challengers to determine who would be their best partner for the rest 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.

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2025

The nominations for the last Exile result in crazy drama between two players, and the Exile claims its last victims, leaving three teams to go on to the final 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.

Transcribed - Published: 17 September 2025

Challengers go racing as they try to keep themselves safe from being thrown into 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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 12 September 2025

The battle for immunity is at an all time high when the players navigate a tough obstacle course, and then shock and awe abound when the Exile ends in surprise. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 10 September 2025

CT can't climb a rope, but is anyone surprised? Look at the guy. Rookies seem focused on getting the vets out, but can they all stick together?  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.

Transcribed - Published: 5 September 2025

The teams dive out of their comfort zones in Deep Blue, and alliances are tested when the weaker teams attempt to take out a top team in 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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 3 September 2025

New targets make everyone paranoid about being put in the hangnail position. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 29 August 2025

Heights bring out the inner child in one contestant as they face their greatest fear and Wes and Casey face their fifth Exile as they struggle to stay 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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 27 August 2025

Gabe sits out of the Challenge as the hangnail but gets a chance to shine. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

Our Preview episode has FINALLY been freed from internet purgatory. Listen along with us and special guest Jeremy (and his wife) as we discuss what we think will happen this season. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

One team receives devastating news, the game is proving to be too much for Diem, and friendships are on the line at 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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2025

A hurt competitor worries about their future, while others try to make a big move during 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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

Wes gives Eric and Katie pointers on how to tackle competing in Exile, injuries threaten to take one team out of the game, and two more contestants are sent home. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025

One Challenger has the blues after his crush is into someone else. A competitor chases lasers to stay 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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2025

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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2025

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.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challenge-on-cbs-mtv-and-paramount--3392015/support. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2025

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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025

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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2025

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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2025

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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 11 July 2025

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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2025

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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2025

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. Head over to ChallengedPod.Com for more info.

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2025