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

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Challenged is a podcast all about The Challenge. Whether that Challenge is on CBS, MTV, and Paramount+. Every week Bryan, Zach, Carlyn, and Tim get together to discuss the current season as well as reminisce about old seasons. We talk gameplay, strategy, drama, eliminations, challenges and make guesses as to who will go far in the show. We're a spoiler-free podcast, so enjoy without worrying about spoiling!

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  • BlkftRN
    Five star pod
    They have ppl you can hate and ppl you agree with. Most challenge pods don’t offer that. Keep up the good work
  • Unhappy46887532
    5 stars to Sugahbear
    This pod was better with their ex-wives. This new lady over talks everyone and is obnoxious.
  • LSonora
    No Podcast Worse
    4 people talking over each other. I’d rather stand in line at Disney for a Small World listening to a family from the Midwest argue whether Mt Dew is better than Diet Pepsi.
  • spidermanda444
    Maybe a break?
    Hate to write this, I normally really look forward to this pod but the gladiator episode was not my favorite. Eh, the group kinda talks over Zack a lot when I really value his opinion. Please dismiss him less lol. And while I get there are a lot of dumb things, without innovative silly dailies and eliminations, the hate towards Derrick, Darrell, bananas, Cara, Josh, Tori, Aneesa, Amanda, Brad like.. who or what are we really left with? Yes, it’s not a perfect season but I will not go back to 39. I’ll take pitbull Derrick, squeaky chicken feet and Kaycee getting exposed gladly before another workout montage. Lol it’s not that deep. Either way thanks for the content!
  • LaSombra17
    Time to end it
    This show used to be fun to listen to as something different than the usual challenge podcasts but it’s gone way downhill. Most of the hosts seem to have every season, they constantly argue with each other and complain about the show. If you guys don’t wanna be here anymore, why should we? Just end the podcast already
  • Heelw
    Derrick
    The Derrick hate is crazy! Coming from the pod that talked about how much Darrell is making a mockery of his legacy the more he competes on these newer seasons is hilarious. Most fans do love that Derrick is fighting through it. I’m sure if you were on a show fighting for 500 thousand you’d do eveything to stay too
  • ____BBC____
    Ratings are brutal
    I’ve been a listener for quite some time, maybe 3 yrs or so as I remember once Amanda reading the ratings about herself. Glad she’s no longer on the pod it’s such a better dynamic now. Rereading some old ratings from people, these listeners are brutal. So just get to give 5 star review!
  • Moneygrabber25
    Talented team gives exceptional podcast experience
    What an awesome time! Although a couple of the voices have changed over the years, the tag team of Wolfie and Big Uncle Sweet T hold it down and drive my favorite podcast on the planet! The newest additions of Zach and Carlyn have been fun and brought some different perspectives into the mix. I can’t say I always agree with you knuckleheads, but I do enjoy hearing what y’all have to say. Sometimes I go back in time, IN MY MIND, and relisten to old episodes when I rewatch a challenge season. They still hold up, but hearing that Amanda cackle throws me. “HONK HONK HONK!” Things I need more of: - Things that frustrate wolfie and Tim discussed. Examples: make-up application, stupid people, old friends who were dumb, ex-wives. - Wolfie wrestling talk. Let’s start a podcast. - Zach’s behind the scene info and conversations with challengers. Maybe an in between seasons episode where we ask Zach questions. - Speaking of Zach, some kind of eating challenge every aftershow. - Carlyn, can you keep keeping the boys in line? Before you, although I did enjoy the grossness that is “men” when the pod was all dudes, you have policed this back to a nice balance. Keep being you! - more call-ins! I miss taking to you! - some kind of live event - never quit the pod! No matter how annoying, how many seasons they do, keep doing the pod! Thank you for all the fun over the years. I thoroughly enjoy you guys. Like so many have said, listening to the podcast is like talking to my friends about the show. I never miss an episode even if I can’t listen live and chat. Will always be a listener and will always be a supporter. Keep it up! Yours always, Ryan
  • Micahthegreat93
    Generally Agree With Them
    Can’t always trust their instincts: “The unfortunate thing about Nelson is I think he’s good at the games” - Tim on the XXX preview
  • petes133
    The best challenge podcast!
    This podcast has carried me through so much schoolwork throughout university because every listen is a good one! If anyone is scrolling and deciding on which Challenge Podcast to listen to, you can stop because you’ve already found the best one! I’ll subscribe to the Tim onlyfans btw. 😮‍💨
  • KL in Cali
    Best Challenge Podcast!
    Love all 4 of this crew. Really appreciating the addition of Carlyn. Enjoy the commentary & insights, even when I don’t agree. Zachie’s unwavering Bananas loyalty is adorable & makes me chuckle. Awesome podcast!
  • SoCalLibrarian
    Am I glad I found this podcast? Yes, I am!
    I’ve been a fan of The Challenge from the beginning but I just discovered this podcast and it’s great! I needed to hear someone else who hates this current season as much as I do. Keep up the great work. I f’ing love you Tim! Carlyn and Wolfie are cool too, but I can do without Banana Lover, Zach. #TeamSarahForever I am catching up on old seasons and your takes on Vendettas are hilarious. Nicole Z asking and answering her own questions and the Brits formal/funny ways of asking for sex. I am dying! Even if the future seasons continue on a downward spiral, you still need to do this podcast so we can commiserate together on hating it. Never change Tim! #TimPerm
  • cats4survivor
    Pretty terrible and bias
    Oof - I wanted Cara Maria to beat Michelle too, but these people are bias to the point of boring.
  • CajAge
    Zach needs to cool it on the josh talk
    Zach saying Josh carried his team in reindeer games (big brother) is a joke. the women carried josh on that team. Someone needs to muzzle Zach if he raves about Josh again.
  • Jdlunar01
    Zachy’ Bananas 2.0
    Love the Show, been listening for years, it’s my go to Challenge Podcast. Zach I’m a Johnny fan also and I totally get it!!! I’m in Ohio and will totally send cash! How do I listen Live so I can involved in the chat??
  • Redsox67
    Updated review
    Been listening for quite sometime. I like the addition of Carlyn. Though there are times I think Wolfie and Tim are not too thrilled to watch, I still think they do a great job of telling us show facts, and appreciate them not being fake. Zack is good too even though he loves Bananas a bit too much, lol. TeamCT! Also keep sharing your pets in the podcast like Wolfies cat meowing and Carlyns dog :)
  • SJC7077
    Loving it!
    So glad that Carlyn is on! She’s the missing piece the guys needed! Keep up the great work!
  • Berry44442
    Fun listen
    I tune in every week and the show is very entertaining and I like to hear everyone’s takes. Carlin has been a great addition and really makes the show more interesting. I am not a fan of Zach—not much to add and the Johnny Bananas obsession is so grating. But overall, funny podcast and I like that they go through the show chronologically. Love the Josh impression!
  • Snarled234
    Favorite challenge recap
    I’ve been listening for a few years. It’s always my go to after watching a challenge episode. The guys crack me up and Carlin is a great addition. Sorry Brian, Josh is one of my favorite challengers but nothing makes me laugh more than when you do his impersonation. It’s the BEST!
  • AdrieClarke1234
    If I could give it less..
    As a liberal- even I think this is too much name calling and more divisive by bringing political figures into it. Lost me at “he must be weird or he’s gay”
  • SallyMZ
    Gotta love Sally!
    I really enjoy your show especially the cameos by Sally. Ever time you say “Sally”, I think for a split second you’re talking to me since my name is Sally and it’s not a very common name anymore. And thank you for being Democrats!!!!!
  • hyoung912
    Ya’ll messed up
    Two weeks ago, a nice lady commented that you should “stick to your lane” and leave politics out of your “entertainment” show. Ya’ll responded with hatred towards Donald Trump and the responder. That’s where you messed up. According to both Apple and Patreon TOS, you must be labeled as a political show, not entertainment. That means, you have to give the government your information and all of the information of your donors for tax purposes. If someone that knows a thing or two about the law and wants to make a stink about it, that would be bad for you and your entire community. So, next time you start talking politics on an “entertainment” show, make sure your listeners are aware that their information is up for grabs if they support you. As a classical liberal, I know the importance of shutting up when it comes to the government, but maybe I’m just old school
  • Nicole Wiz
    Politics divides people, and the challenge brings us together.
    No need to comment or give opinions/make assumptions regarding either side of politics. Please keep them to yourselves. It has nothing to do with the Challenge. Politics divides people, and the challenge brings us together. Let’s stick to talking about that. I know as Podcasters this is your platform, and you could speak as freely as you like, but I just ask you to take in to consideration that you may be offending a portion of your listeners. Out of all the challenge podcasts out there, I’d say yours is just about my favorite. I’d love to keep it that way. Thanks, hope we all get to see a great season. I do look forward to your recaps. And I’m so happy that the Josh impersonation is back! - Nicole, from Chicago
  • CQGNJ
    First ever review
    I’m way behind on The Challenge and just finishing the Ride or Die season and listening to first episode of the 100 hour final. I just have to say that Tim is 100% spot on with his Aneesa take. She no longer belongs on the “real” challenge anymore and needs to get retired to All Stars.
  • Leslie (Not Vernon)
    What happened
    I used to really enjoy this podcast. Lately however the content has been very hard to listen to and enjoy. It’s almost like the hosts are forced to watch this show against their will and then record a podcast. Wolfie seems utterly annoyed to be there and offers little to no engagement when asked for an opinion. “I don’t know”, “I don’t care” seem to be the best he can muster most of the time and he truly seems to hate the show and not in a fun way. It’s kind of like someone killing the vibe of a party when it would be better for everyone if they just left. This last episode I found myself screaming at my phone “WHY ARE YOU HERE” Hopefully the show can get back to that magic that got me to subscribe in the first place but honestly I’m finding myself straying to other challenge pods out there where the hosts actually want to be there. 🤷🏻‍♀️
  • MBetrus
    So Funny!
    I found you guys when I needed an extra hit of Challenge during Ride or Dies. - while waiting for Bananas podcast to air (sorry, not sorry). You guys make me laugh! I’m not even watching this current season on Paramount, but I still can’t wait to listen to your podcast! I’m also a long time Challenge fan and almost 44 🤣 Sending all the love!
  • JLG220
    Zzzzzzz
    Bored 2 min in.. turned off 😴😴🥱🥱🥱
  • lilstarrgazr
    Good
    Amanda is a great narrator and laughs at herself easily, which is enjoyable. Tim has a lot of knowledge (or at least he seems to be the one who says the most about past challenges). Maybe because he watches the chat? I guess Wolfie’s thing is to be negative and hate everything and they’re all garbage people, but dude, lighten up a bit, please. Some negativity and well places zingers are fun. Update: With Sometimes Hill and Amanda no longer appearing on the podcast, the pod has become less of a recap pod. Most of the pod is either Tim and Wolfie conversing with people in the chat (which, unless you’re on the Patreon, and have nothing better to do than live chat during the podcast with the hosts you can’t see anyway) and talking about how pretty the women competitors are and how good their boobs look. When Zach appears, he does somewhat try to turn the conversation back to the show and away from Olivia’s boobs. Of the show, on the podcast released right before Christmas 2022, I believe it was Tim who said, “this is what happens when two single dudes in their mid forties talk about when watching this show.” He meant it to be funny, but I also tuned in for the recap aspect, not to listen to two men ogle women who are half their ages bodies.
  • team big brother
    The challenge. Nanny and kAycee
    I think they should be engaged my favorites 2people
  • Caslynred
    I’ve been watching you…
    JK! I’ve been a long time listener. I find your honesty and enjoyment of the show, yes even the ragging, fun and entertaining. Keep it up!
  • Tmb22226
    All you do is hate watch the show
    Complain whine complain that’s all you people do Every single week. Put in your application for a producer if you hate how they run the show so much of enjoy it for what it is. Why do a podcast for something you hate smh
  • -SandyL-
    Five stars!
    This is a fun challenge podcast! Love the discussion, especially when all three hosts are together. It’s great casual content but it would be nice if the timing of episode drops could be more consistent. I always look forward to hearing their takes after each show!
  • A&Nmom
    Fun, easy going Challenge Podcast
    All three hosts are casual and entertaining. Since we lived in Chicagoland for a few years, really enjoy hearing about Culver’s and other iconic Northern Illinois places. Amanda is well-spoken, never uses the filler words “like” or “you know” that are so hard to listen to on a podcast. All three hosts are knowledgeable about the challenge and past contestants.
  • Pennygirl1234
    So good when all 3 are together
    Please wait to record shows until all three of the hosts are together. It’s not the same when Amanda is missing!
  • bananas love1010
    Mad love
    I love the show, I’m currently obsessed. Don’t like the bananas hate but I’ll let that pass.
  • Franktheman1013
    Def recommend
    By far the best Challenge Podcast there is. They don’t just idolize the show and say what we are all actually feeling, we love that show but also dislike parts of it at times. Wish they also did recaps of my other favorite show aka Below Deck.
  • ev611
    Female podcaster
    Her voice….she draws out all her words, like she’s singing her sentences. Veryyyy slow sentences. Wish I could listen.
  • Cat Elizabeth2
    Great Challenge Podcast
    One of my fav Challenge podcasts. Excited to hear you cover the new CBS show. Funny banter and good rapport.
  • Ilovepotroast
    Cringing gum chewing
    I’ve listened to you guys for years, but I could not finish this last episode with Amanda and her gum chewing! Please spit the gum out before recording. Still giving 5 stars but dang…
  • GeezyFoSheeezy
    ❤️
    Sorry to hear that Tim and Hilary are getting a divorce. Best to both of you! Love the show! Thanks for mentioning Nani and Kyle’s teeth, now I can’t see anything else when they are on the screen. 🤮
  • Mosowawesome
    Awesome recap
    If you are a challenge fan, you’ll like this podcast. I’ve listened for several seasons and am finally writing a review. (Sorry Tim for taking so long) Cohosts have fun conversation and funny side conversations through out each episode. My only complaint is that Amanda constantly interrupts and talks over the other two hosts. It’s not enough to knock off stars though. Fun listen!
  • challngemon
    The elimination purge
    Love the podcast and was curious as to what you guys thought about my change to the “skull twist” . So when the season gets to twelve remaining cast members 6 guys and 6 girls. Tj drops a bomb saying everyone is doing an elimination that night. You could have multiple games or all the same. Random order pick for opponents or another option. Everyone would still have fought to stay out during the season and everyone had to go in before the final? I like the 3 girl, 3 guy final like invasion and split the money so everyone gets something. I think it would be a super entertaining episode to watch
  • Bri KG
    Balancing out negative reviews
    I look forward to listening to you guys every week. Unlike some people, I like hearing the side stories and your opinions on each episode. If I wanted to just strictly get a run down on the episode, then I would just re-watch it. Hearing someone else’s take on the episodes makes it feel like one big watch party. Anyways, love the podcast, love the content and love you guys. Keep doing you.
  • Subtlereference
    The app was busted
    I would’ve written this sooner but the app wouldn’t let me. I’ve been a fan of your podcast for years now and I love that you’re all willing to go on a tangent about your lives and have fun with it. Also Amanda’s laugh is great and adds a signature flair to the podcast 👍🏾
  • Ganj420
    Fabtabulous
    I love y’all’s rambling. And I like to hear things I didn’t catch when I watched. Thanks for doing the show.
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  • hncourts
    Annoying laughter
    Amanda, please never laugh it’s annoying. I wished they’d pay more attention during the episodes because the synopsis is always inaccurate.
  • Cam1775
    Just a bit more show talk please
    I’ve listened to nearly every episode of this podcast so maybe 4 star is unfair for a rather recent gripe so I’ll keep it at 5. However, the show is falling into the same trap of My Favorite Murder and other pods that have been on for a long time. The hosts talk in incredible giggling detail about their personal lives and explaining inside jokes at the beginning of the pod. So much so that they rush through the actual reason we all listen. The show. I think they’re kind of sick of the challenge and feel obligated to do the pod. Doesn’t really seem like they’re enjoying the show anymore. Which is fine. But I still love it and have for 15 years almost. The episode of the pod discussing the 499th Challenge episode was the only genuinely bad pod I’ve heard from them yet.
  • JE_1985
    5 stars
    Love listening to this group of friends discuss the challenge and get a viewer perspective. Keep the Josh impression going!
  • dta in hou
    Always a worthwhile listen
    I listen to multiple Challenge podcasts each week, but I always make sure I find time for this one. The hosts have good rapport and humor, and they know how to jump in and out of the conversation naturally. It’s a linear recap style, which helps with the flow and avoids the whiplash that you get from a couple of the other Challenge podcasts. Selfishly I like that it’s available by my Thursday morning workout time. Above all, I appreciate their ability to deliver a consistent product (even if they don’t like an episode or season).
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