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The Challenge HistorianThe Challenge 41 Vets & New Threats Episode 0 RecapThe Challenge Historian is back to cover the newest season of The Challenge, Season 41, Vets & New Threats. Last week saw the ACTUAL PREMIERE EPISODE of Season 41, and Jacob is here today to quickly cover a couple highlights from episode 0 and power rank the new teams now that they are known. Of course, we start off the show with a few life and show updates, so make sure not to skip through those!Cold Open (00:00)Show Updates (00:35)Episode 0 Recap (07:40)Power Rankings (23:07)#TheChallenge #TheChallenge41 #VetsandNewThreats #TheChallengeHistorian #RealityTVRecap #RealityTVPodcast #TheChallengePodcast #TheChallengeRecaps
2025-07-3031 min
Jake's Take with Jacob ElyacharEpisode #327: Jacob The Challenge Historian TALKS Favorite Seasons, TJ Lavin & ‘Battle of the Eras’It is a privilege to welcome Jacob Hollabaugh to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. Jacob is known as The Challenge Historian, and since 2021, he has kept track of MTV’s long-running Reality TV competition, The Challenge. If it’s happening in The Challenge universe, Jacob will be discussing it on his platform, whether it's past, present, or future. Fans can find episode recaps, cast interviews, historical debates, and Hall of Fame tribute videos. It may be TJ Lavin’s final, but Jacob oversees the record books. On this episode of The Jake’s Take with Jacob...
2024-10-261h 19
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 46 Finale Recap & Season AwardsJacob and Tony are back one final time to wrap up Survivor 46! Full finale recap, followed by our full season awards. Thanks for tuning in all season long!Intro, PSA, Agenda (00:00)Finale Recap (10:24)Confessional King or Queen of the Season (01:21:20)Moment of the Season (01:26:58)Best Strategic Move of the Season (01:33:22)Worst Strategic Move of the Season (01:37:43)Whose on the DVD (01:43:32)Who We Want to Return (01:47:33)MVP of the Season (01:54:56)Listener Questions & S47 Trailer (01:57:07)...
2024-05-292h 17
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 46 Episode 12 RecapTony and Jacob are back with two amazing episodes (and sad exits) to cover as they dive into episodes 11 and 12 on this week's recap! Maria's villain turn and Venus' ultimate downfall are covered from episode 11, then all things Charlie vs Maria, Ben's accidental vote, Q's downfall, Liz's poop, and more covered from episode 12.Intro, US vs AUS, Agenda (00:00)Episode 11 Recap (06:55)Episode 12 Recap (23:18)Best Quote, Moment, Strategy, MVP (55:31)Finale Scenarios & Predictions (01:06:22)-- -- -- -- --Be sure to follow and subscribe to not miss an...
2024-05-201h 30
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 46 Episode 10 RecapLiz proves her marketing genius by providing Applebees with the greatest sponsored content moment of all time! Plus: Q is still playing, Maria reaches master levels of strategy, Charlie wins another showdown, Tiff leaves with an idol, and did we mention Liz didn't get to eat Applebees?!?! It's the Survivor 46 Episode 10 recap with Tony and Jacob, topics include:Intro & Agenda (00:00)Liz Fumes & Maria Plots (04:00)Liz Does Not Get Applebees (12:07)Sanctuary Strategy (25:20)Charlie Wins Again (32:31)Kenzie Bails, Maria Schemes, Tiff Goes Home (41:54)Best Quote, Moment, Strategy...
2024-05-061h 19
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 46 Episode 9 RecapJacob and Tony are back to break down episode 9 of Survivor 46. How bad was Hunter's gameplay, what did we think of Tiff going off on Q, why will no one recognize our queen Liz, a whole bunch more topics, plus awards and a game of "Can they win (and how)?"Intro & Agenda (00:00)Q Fallout, Liz Overshadowed (04:32)Picking Teams, Twitter Troll Jeff, Charlie Beats Hunter (12:56)Blindside Opportunity Creates Scramble (27:35)Hunter Makes All the Mistakes (40:56)Best Quote, Moment, Strategy, MVP (50:15)Can They Win, and How (01:02:18)...
2024-04-271h 20
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 46 Episode 8 RecapWell THAT was something, huh? Venus continues to get her name slandered (leave my queen alone now please and thanks), everyone wants credit for everything, the group plays a very revealing game of hide and seek, Hunter wins with a dash of showboating, "the six" never gets off the ground, Q tries to quit, and Liz masterminds her way through it all to get Tevin out! It's the Survivor 46 Episode 8 recap with Jacob and Tony, topics include:Intro & Agenda (00:00)Walk Through the Episode (04:40)Best Quote, Moment, Strategy, MVP (01:04:20)Predictions & Power Rankings (01:15:58)
2024-04-201h 36
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 46 Episode 6 & 7 RecapJacob and Tony are back to cover not one, but two episodes of Survivor 46! Episodes 6 and 7 have seen the merge limbo play out and there is a lot to discuss. Tribe lines holding firm, Venus making waves and moves, Q mostly just making waves, Charlie breaking the fourth wall, Hunter skating through, Mo, Tim, and Soda all sent packing, and a whole bunch more. Plus awards and power rankings after walking through both episodes!Intro & Agenda (00:00)Episode 6 Storylines (03:56)Episode 7 Storylines (33:05)Best Quote, Moment, Strategy, MVP (01:23:43)Predictions, Power Rankings, Listener...
2024-04-131h 57
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 46 Episode 5 RecapJacob and Tony are back after a one week break to discuss all things Survivor 46 Episode 5 (plus some retroactive episode 4 discussion). Jem's big prank and acting skills, Hunter and Venus getting cagey, Tim's dream brochachos alliance coming to fruition, Moriah the narrator, Maria the decision maker, Vanu finally doesn't get last, and more!Intro & Agenda (00:00)Siga: Jem’s Prank & Acting (07:41)Nami: Hunter & Venus Idol Hunt (14:39)Challenge: Vanu Finally Wins (21:29)Journey: Bros Alliance (27:12)Siga Scramble: Maria & Charlie In Charge (35:28)Tribal Council: Jem and Her Idol Go (48:24)...
2024-03-311h 23
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 46 Episode 3 RecapNami goes four for four winning, Yanu goes four for four losing, Hunter makes a bed, Bhanu hits rock bottom, Jem finds an advantage (four days ago), Jeff is not your guru, and Randen gets all time unlucky and is medically removed from the game. It’s the Survivor 46 Episode 3 recap with Tony and Jacob, topics include:Intro & Agenda (00:00)Yanu Night 5 / Day 6 (05:35)Siga Day 2 (15:29)Nami Day 6 (19:00)Immunity Challenge (24:36)Journey (33:00)Randen is Sent Home (43:45)Vanu Escapes Tribal (52:12)Awards Best Quote, Moment, Gameplay, MV...
2024-03-161h 34
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 46 Episode 2 RecapEpisode 2 of Survivor 46 had A LOT going on. We've got the most dominant tribe having the most divisions, one tribe so chill and bored they are doing Taylor Swift vs Metallica Versuz battles, and for the third season in a row one tribe that can't stop losing and completely falling to shambles. Tony and Jacob are back to cover every bit of the action, as well as hand out their awards for the episode, make some predictions for what's to come, and answer your questions!Intro & Agenda (00:00)Yanu Tribe (04:58)Nami Tribe (15:56)...
2024-03-091h 40
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 46 Episode 1 RecapSurvivor is back and so are Jacob and Tony to break down all the action! An eventful two hour premiere episode kicked off Survivor 46 on Wednesday and we are covering it all on today’s episode. Tevin’s incredible opening narration, Maria’s early expert gameplay, Liz self appointing herself pretty great, differing opinions of camp songs, the 500lb gecko, new journeys and beware advantages, and SEVERAL things regarding Jelinsky (not seven, but several). Thanks for tuning in!Intro & Agenda (00:00)First Impressions & Opening Challenge (04:36)Yanu Tribe Day 1 & 2 (18:30)Nami Tribe Day 1 & 2 (32:16)Siga...
2024-03-022h 04
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Finale Recap & Full Season AwardsThe season concluded a few weeks back and Tony and Jacob are finally ready to talk all about it! In this final installment of Survivor Historian for the season, Tony and Jacob break down the key moments of the finale and Dee's win before then turning their attention to the season as a whole to hand out full season awards for best quote, moment, strategy, favorite player, and of course, the much coveted Survivor 45 MVP Award!Thanks for tuning in all season long! We love and appreciate you the way Austin loves and appreciates a good sandwich...
2023-12-311h 44
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Episode 11 RecapHands are held, alliances are broken, guys night 2.0 takes place, a solo journey, backstories are learned, buffs are read, acting class is in session, and in the end Queen Emily is dethroned and her torch snuffed! It’s the Survivor 45 Episode 11 recap with Tony and Jacob, topics include:Cold Open (00:00)Intro & Reminders (00:32)Emily Takes Credit, Hands are Held, Katurah’s Backstory (05:10)Journey & Emily’s Choice (21:10)Immunity Challenge (32:42)Scramble and Reba Breakup (40:37)Tribal Council (49:22)Best Quote, Moment, Strategy, MVP (01:05:07)Who Can Win and Si...
2023-12-101h 32
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Episode 10 RecapJacob and Tony are back! After a one week hiatus (totally Jacob's fault, sorry everyone) we are back to break down episode 10 of Survivor 45 (plus a brief 10 min recap of episode 9 since we missed it). Emily's big move against Bruce, Austins complete power over the game, Bruce's practice lie with Katurah, Jake being accused of being a mobster, letters from home, the Momma portion of Momma Julie coming under fire, and everything in between. We cover it all in this edition of The Survivor Historian!Timestamps:Intro and Reminders (00:00)Quick Episode 9 Recap to...
2023-12-051h 30
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Episode 8 RecapJake takes center stage, Drew masterminds, Bruce gives up on one challenge only to dominate the next, Dee maintains strength, Jacob's winner pick and absolute favorite gets blindsided, and a Survivor classic is back as an auction is held! It's the Survivor 45 Episode 8 recap with Tony and Jacob, topics include:Intro and Reminders (00:00)Jake Takes Center Stage, Scavenge for Money (06:48)Survivor Auction (16:24)Immunity Challenge (34:09)Scramble and Strategy (40:47)Tribal Council (50:40)Awards Best Quote, Moment, Gameplay, MVP (01:02:08)Power Rankings and How Can We Get Kellie...
2023-11-181h 31
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Episode 7 RecapVillain Emily is back!?!? Plus: Jake doesn't want to be told what to do, Bruce continues to alienate himself, Austin gains power in secret, Dee puts that Big Toe Energy to good use, a bag is left behind, and our merged tribe immediately gets split back up into two and these two podcasters are not happy about it! It's the Survivor 45 Episode 7 Recap with Tony and Jacob, topics include: Intro and Reminders (00:00)Bruce Alienates Himself, Austin Gains Power (08:32)Dividing the Tribe, Immunity Challenge (23:52)Losing Tribe Scramble (39:35)Winning Tribe Scramble (47:23)
2023-11-131h 48
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Episode 6 RecapWe've got ourselves a merge! Well, almost. Plus: Bruce finds an idol, Kendra gets excited, reunions take place, information is shared, half the group is left in limbo, and the most popular kid on the beach makes history at Tribal Council! It's the Survivor 45 Episode 6 recap with Tony and Jacob, topics include:Intro and Reminders (00:15)Bruce Finds an Idol, Merge First Impressions (04:25)In Limbo Immunity Challenge (21:07)Sanctuary and Scramble (32:54)Tribal Council Makes History (54:36)Awards Best Quote, Moment, Gameplay, MVP (01:09:46)Power Rankings, Wishes, Predictions (01:24:36)...
2023-11-041h 35
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Episode 5 RecapJacob and Tony are back to cover all things Survivor 45 Episode 5! Detective Sifu, incredible camera work, Kaleb and Kellie linking up, Drew shutting down the nerd alliance, Bruce doing Bruce things, Dee lying like a champ, Austin not lying like a champ, a journey, a fun challenge, and Brando getting the boot - it's all covered in this edition of Survivor Historian! Intro & Programming Notes (00:15)Reba Night 9 / Day 10 (05:40)Lulu Day 10(16:16)Immunity Challenge (32:05)Journey (38:38)Reba Day 9, 10, Pre-Tribal (49:18)Tribal Council (01:07:45)Awards Best Quote, Moment, Gameplay...
2023-10-301h 44
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Episode 4 RecapJacob and Tony are back to break down the latest episode that gave us brand new tribes! Plus: Katurah vs Bruce continues, Kaleb is great at basketball (and basketball references), everybody likes Jake, Emily has new friends, Reba women are split, and for the second time this season we have someone quit mid-tribal council. It's the Survivor 45, episode 4 recap, topics include:Intro & Programming Notes (00:15)Tribe Swap (03:10)Lulu Day 8 and 9 (10:12)Belo Day 8 and 9 (21:47)Immunity Challenge (31:51)Reba Day 8, 9, Pre-Tribal (40:42)Tribal Council (51:58)Awards Best Quote, Moment...
2023-10-211h 30
The Challenge HistorianChallenge USA 2 Episode 14 aka The Finale RecapLegends are born, champions are crowned, redemption is had, endings are abrupt, Survivor is four for four, woulda coulda shoulda for a couple of vets, and add ax throwing to the list of pre-requisites for a Challenge final because the Faysal Fan Club is reeling tonight... but pod through the pain we must! It’s The Challenge USA 2 episode 14 aka the Finale recap, topics include:Cold Open (00:00)Intro & Programming Notes (00:37)Final Construction and Difficulty (04:30)Four Stages of Day 1 (11:30)Faysal and Tori Can’t Throw an Ax (19:40)Michaela, Bana...
2023-10-2043 min
The Challenge HistorianBattle for a New Champion Season PreviewWe are one week out from The Challenge 39 aka Battle for a New Champion premiering, which means it's time to do a full season preview. This Historian is hyped for the new season and here to get you feeling the same. Was this theme/cast a good idea? Can Olivia and Horacio live up to their budding face of the franchise status? How will Michele, Jay, Big T, and Mel fare as the "vets" of the house? What role will the champs actually be playing? Will the weather be warm? Why is Ed the absolute best? All these burning...
2023-10-181h 07
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Episode 3 RecapJacob and Tony are back to break down the third episode of Survivor 45, otherwise known as the final episode of the three part series, "Survivor: Lulu's Demise." Every bit of the episode is covered: Sabiyah's opening blunder, Kaleb's dominance in the reward challenge, the raid of Reba, Drew and Austin being horrible look outs, the devastation of the immunity challenge, Lulu's trust issues, that thrilling scramble, Sabiyah's mid-tribal cook out, and everything in between. Timestamps:Intro & Programming Notes (00:15)All Tribes Pre-Immunity Challenge (04:57)Reward Challenge and Raid (18:51)Belo and Reba...
2023-10-151h 26
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Episode 2 RecapOur villain breaks good after only one episode, Bruce is doing A LOT, journeys are taken, advantages are gained, Drew is building feudal alliances, Jeff is maybe secretly not loving Lulu, and Brandon is down bad for the second episode in a row but remains hilarious and graceful in the face of adversity. It's the Survivor 45 Episode 2 recap with Tony and Jacob, topics include:Intro & Programming Notes (00:12)Opening Credits are Back (04:19)Lulu Day 4 Vibes (07:10)Reba Day 4 Vibes (14:29)Belo Day 4 Vibes (23:23)Journey and Advantages (30:37)Immunity Challenge (46:20)
2023-10-061h 38
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Episode 1 RecapPROTECT EMILY AT ALL COSTS! My goodness, what a premiere it was for Survivor 45! We had injury concerns, we had someone quit, we had players calling each other out before Jeff could even ask them their names, we had witches and alliances and also non-alliance alliances, we had it ALL! An incredible first episode requires an incredible recap, which is exactly what we have in store for you.Jacob and Tony are back to break down all the action, and will be doing so every week of Survivor 45. Topics for this episode include:Intro & Programming...
2023-10-031h 53
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Season Preview (Survivor Historian with Tony and Jacob)A new season of Survivor is upon us and with it comes a new version of this podcast! We are officially taking on a new show here at Challenge Historian, and will be transforming into Survivor Historian every week throughout Survivor 45s run. And for the first time in the history of this podcast Jacob will be joined by a permanent co-host, the one and only Tony Lantz!You may recognize Tony from The Challenge Fandom podcast where he co-hosts on all of their incredible Challenge coverage. Being the lifelong Survivor fan and all around wonderful human...
2023-09-202h 52
The Challenge HistorianFantasy Casting All Stars 4All Stars 4 casting calls have gone out and some of the choices have the fandom up in arms! With everyone offering up their own casting preferences I though I'd get in on the action and offer up to any Challenge producers listening out there not one, not two, but THREE different fantasy casts for the next (or any) season of All Stars that I think would absolutely blow fans away. Take a listen and let me know your thoughts and who you are desperate to see!Intro and Fantasy Cast Explainer (00:00)Fantasy Cast #1: Real...
2022-12-3131 min
The Challenge HistorianRide or Dies Episode 12 RecapTerrorists? Terrorists? TERRORISTS? My guy, Jordan, SLOW DOWN! Plus: Bananas puts on a masterclass in polidicking, Amber and Chauncey for 2022 couple of the year, Devin for 2022 coach of the year, Jordan gets freaking wild with the word choice, Cory makes an appearance, Nelly T’s run ends (and yes I cried at this for the third time in four seasons) and my boy Faysal has himself an episode! That’s right, it’s the Challenge Ride or Dies episode 12 recap, topics include:Cold Open (00:00)Intro and Programming Notes (00:50)Faysal Fanclub Weekly Meeting (04:02)B...
2022-12-2945 min
The Challenge HistorianThe Challenge Australia Episode 1 RecapWe get to watch it! The Challenge Australia began a week ago and thanks to some wonderful friends on the internet both I and you can watch it even if you live nowhere near Australia! Where to go is explained at the top of the podcast and fingers crossed we get to watch all season long because one episode in and it is SO GOOD! Lot of fun in the first episode and a lot of feelings to break down regarding seeing these brand new people playing the game we've loved for decades here in the states. I cover...
2022-11-2252 min
The Challenge HistorianRide or Dies Episode 6 RecapJay and Michele have done it again! Back to back weeks of winning and then totally making more enemies than necessary, but I’m here for it! Plus: Laurel moves out on Horacio and then lets Faysal move on in, Bananas isn’t taking the game all that serious much to Nany’s annoyance, Jordan is watching other people play checkers and calling out how checkers like their games are, and we lose our confessional king of the season and I have no idea who is going to say anything funny now! It’s The Challenge Ride or Dies Episode...
2022-11-1748 min
The Challenge HistorianRide or Dies Episode 5 RecapJakk and Jay write an emo banger and then have a falling out worthy of an emo banger! Plus: Bananas and Nany just skating, Laurel retains her best stonewall I don’t give a fuck face championship belt, Michele and Jay have no idea what they are doing, there is some romance at a pool party, Veronica and Darrell find themselves without friends, we say goodbye to two wonderfully likeable rookies, and has anyone seen Kaycee or Kenny? It’s the Challenge Ride or Dies Episode 5 recap! Topics include:Intro and Programming Notes (00:40)Clif...
2022-11-1044 min
The Challenge HistorianThe 20 Best Daily Challenges of the First 20 SeasonsRewatch Recap Mini-Series continues on as we celebrate the best of the best from the first 20 seasons of The Challenge. This episode is all things Daily Challenges. In the first 20 seasons of the show there were 229 daily challenges, but which were the absolute best? Join me as I break down the top 20, plus a few honorable mentions!Intro and Programming Notes (00:08)Honorable Mentions (05:28)Numbers 20 - 16 (11:41)Numbers 15 - 11 (21:46)Numbers 10 - 6 (28:26)Numbers 5 - 1 (38:34)Subscribe or Follow wherever you are listening so you don't miss any...
2022-11-0754 min
The Challenge HistorianThe First 20 Seasons of The Challenge Ranked Worst to FirstPart two of our Rewatch Recap Mini Series brings us the first 20 seasons of The Challenge, ranked in definitive order from worst to first. What's changed with which seasons since I did my initial grades of them all? Which season (and theme) remains the worst of all? Why is The Ruins the season whose placement makes the most sense and which season's placement did I struggle with the most? All that plus the best of the best is crowned.Intro and Programming Notes (00:00)The Worst Seasons aka #20 - #16 (04:46)Good but...
2022-11-0542 min
The Challenge HistorianRide or Dies Episode 4 RecapTHE STREAK IS OVER!! After 54 attempts Nelson has finally got himself back in the daily challenge winner circle and has himself a ball with all the power that comes with it. Plus we've got romance everywhere, OGs entering the game, TJ dropping stats, a disheartening and hard to watch elimination, Olivia being the season MVP thus far, and did we mention NELLY T WON AND IS IN LOVE AND IS A TREASURE? Everything from Episode 4 of Ride or Dies covered using the following topics:Cold Open (00:00)Intro and Programming Notes (00:40)
2022-11-0351 min
The Challenge HistorianEras of The Challenge and the Best Casts of the First 20 SeasonsThe Rewatch Series has hit the mid-way point with the first 20 seasons of The Challenge having been covered in deep detail over the last few months. Being at this big round number that also serves as a transitional moment in the shows history I thought it was time for a break from new seasons to spend a little more time celebrating these first 20 OG seasons and all the greatness that came with them. Thus: the Rewatch Recap Mini Series!Over six episodes I will be looking back at these first 20 seasons and picking out the best...
2022-10-3142 min
The Challenge HistorianThe Challenge USA Full Season Recap & AwardsWe are one week removed from The Challenge USA finale and that lighting rod of conversation that was TJ's final.Now that we've sat with our thoughts about both the finale and the entire season at large, it's time to put all the final thoughts out there and cover the whole season one last time. Biggest storylines, did this new branch of the franchise work, who do I want to see back in the future, where am I at with that final, who was the MVP and more.Full season recap and awards for The...
2022-09-211h 19
The Challenge HistorianFull Season Rewatch & Recap: The Island (Season 16) w/ PaigeThe rewatch series is back! I am on to season 16, The Island. A memorable season to say the least, with lots of interesting angles to discuss as the show went a totally new direction while also going totally off the rails from a cast members acting horribly stand point.To break down this inflection point of a season I needed to bring on another expert, so I've got the Queen of Challenge TikTok and host of Most Likely Two, Paige, here with me!Intro and programming reminders (00:10).State of the Challenge...
2022-09-192h 04
The Challenge HistorianProgramming Updates & Hall of Fame ExplainerWhat up Challenge lovers! Short episode today with two objectives:First one is to give you an update on all the content that will be coming your way on this feed over the next few months. What we will be covering and when and where it'll be covered. Plus an announcement about a very special episode this Friday! (02:16)Second objective is to unveil the Challenge Historian Official Hall of Fame! What it is, who has a shot of getting in, when and why we are doing it and anything else you need to know about...
2022-09-1324 min
The Challenge HistorianThe Challenge USA Episode 2 RecapTyson, what a star! Plus: the algorithm releases its first pairings, Cinco and Cashay are reunited and forced to speak, TJ laughs at people falling into the water from dangerous heights for the first time this season, the politicking heats up in a big way, and Big Brother becomes the first show based alliance to fully turn on itself - who would have seen that coming! It’s the Challenge USA Episode 2 recap, topics include:Cliffnotes recap of everything that happened on this week's episode (02:42).Main storylines of the episode including: the algorithm kind of wo...
2022-07-1445 min
The Challenge HistorianThe Challenge USA Episode 1 RecapA brand new season (and franchise) of the Challenge is upon us with the premiere of The Challenge USA! New cast, new format, new place to watch, but same great TJ, same great Challenge games, and same great Challenge recap podcast (says the host of that podcast). A lot to cover with a premiere episode of a brand new version of the show, I get to it all using the following topics:Cliffnotes recap of everything that happened in episode 1 (05:16).Who the show catered to more - Challenge fans or CBS fans - and how...
2022-07-071h 02
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars 3 Episode 10 RecapWe’ve got ourselves another back to back champion!! Plus: TJ goes soft, Wes needs some dramamine, we’ve got callbacks to past seasons everywhere you look, moonlit conversations about life and redemption, pounds of rotting animal parts are eaten, and two champions are officially crowned! It’s the All Stars 3 Finale episode recap, topics include:Introduction and programming notes (00:41).Cliffnotes recap of everything that happens in this finale episode (04:46).A stage by stage breakdown of the final and what I liked or didn't like (07:22).Performance review for each of the eight...
2022-07-0657 min
The Challenge HistorianFull Season Rewatch & Recap: The Gauntlet 2 (Season 11)I'm earning my stripes as a true Challenge Historian by rewatching and recapping every single season of The Challenge from start to finish. Today we are on to season 11, The Gauntlet 2, aka the first TJ Lavin hosted season! A lot to cover, we do so with the following topics:State of the Challenge, Basics of the Season, Evolutions & History Made (04:22).Storylines of the Season including: TJ hates quitters, Captains run the show, an alliance propositioned, and Jo's freak out and exit (22:49).Award for Best Daily Challenge of the Season (51:00).Award for...
2022-07-061h 43
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars 3 Episode 9 RecapIt’s finally time for TJ’s Final! Plus: Nehemiah EARNS him some stars, Kailah gets caught cheating, Wes is carb loading like a mad man, everyone's headed to a private island to run the final in that hot hot Panama heat, and Jonna and Wes use their legs and their brains to earn them the early leads! It’s The Challenge All Stars 3 Episode 9 recap, topics include:Introduction and programming notes (00:33).Cliffnotes recap of everything that happens in episode 9 (04:54).Storylines breakdown including Nehemiah's pole wrestle win, the bonus game TJ makes them play a...
2022-06-3059 min
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars 3 Episode 8 RecapThe penultimate episode of All Stars 3 is here and I am breaking it all down. Derrick's decision, Nia's search for confidence, Wes' call to Bananas, the late game obsession over stars, and everything else of consequence from this episode is discussed via the following segments:Introduction and programming notes (00:50).Cliffnotes recap of everything that happened (03:32).A not-so-quick rant about the editing team setting unrealistic expectations and the negative impact it continues to have (06:54).Storylines of the episode including Veronica's DQ, Nia's vulnerability, the daily challenge, and the newfound desire for star...
2022-06-2258 min
The Challenge HistorianFull Season Rewatch & Recap: The Inferno 2 (Season 10)I'm earning my stripes as a true Challenge Historian by rewatching and recapping every single season! We are on to season 10, The Inferno 2, our second straight sequel and a possibly all-time great season of The Challenge. Loads to get into, topics for the day include:The State of the Challenge at the time, basics of the season, evolutions in the show and history made on this season (04:59).Breakdown of the main storylines of the season including: the most competitive season to date, Beth vs her team, Tonya vs the Mean Girls, and Good Guys unity...
2022-06-211h 55
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars 3 Episode 7 RecapTrivia time! TJ can't hide it and neither can we, this entire episode revolves around the best daily challenge of the season! Full All Stars 3 episode 7 recap, topics including:Cliffnotes recap of everything that went down (02:53).Breaking down the major storylines including Trivia day, my top 5 best wrong answers during trivia, grading of strategic decisions made, and Jordan gets sent home (05:32).Awards for Best Quote, Best Moment, and Episode MVP (40:51).Updating the power rankings heading into the penultimate episode (45:43).Finally predictions for next week including the one major plot...
2022-06-1657 min
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars 3 Episode 4 RecapBig bad Beth is back in the building annnd… she’s already quit! Plus: Brad and Kailah stay winning, MJ stays being targeted, Darrell stays being afraid of heights, Wes stays scheming, Veronica and Beth stay disliking each other, Kendal stays being the sweetest and best human, and Jordan stays the elimination king! It’s the All Stars 3 episode 4 recap! Topics covered include:Introduction (00:40).Cliffnotes Recap (03:38).Storyline: Beth is here (07:16).Storyline: Daily Challenge (28:07).Storyline: Kailah and Brad keep winning (38:39).Storyline: Alliance check in (41:39).Storyline: Little moment...
2022-05-261h 17
The Challenge HistorianReview Preview Spies Lies & Allies Final Pt 1 to 2, All Stars 2 Ep 5 to 6Between Time discussion including Aftermath The Shit They Should Have Shown, TJ's appearance on The Official Challenge Pod, and Brad's comments on the Bananas Pod (02:37).All Stars 2 review episode 5 and preview of episode 6 (18:43).Spies Lies Allies reviewing part 1 of the finale and previewing part 2 including how the eliminations will work and who we think is going home and going to win (26:30).#TheChallenge #TheChallenge37 #TheChallengeAllStars2 #WeWantOGs #TJsFinal #TheChallengePodcast #TheChallengeHistorian Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-12-1550 min
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars 2 Episode 5 RecapOh wow, that seems difficult, could I maybe offer you some green tea to help? Perhaps some Banana bread? Plus: people are quitting and TJ ain’t happy, Brad and Jodi partner up, Three Kings have to protect their palace, a whole bunch of trampolines and a whole bunch of nasty falls, Tundra makes a cameo, tragedy has struck the Challenge fam again, and Teck money decides it’s time to show up and show out or shut the fuck up. It’s the All Stars 2 episode 5 recap!Intro and programming notes (00:43).Cliffnotes recap of everyt...
2021-12-1049 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 18 RecapTHE NIGHT OF ELIMINATIONS IS UPON US! Plus: Nelson shows his loyalty, Tori tries to play both sides, CT is cookin, the final is underway and WAIT WHAT WE ARE BACK TO TEAMS OMG! It’s the Challenge Spies Lies and Allies Episode 18 recap!Intro and house keeping (00:30).Cliffnotes recap of everything that went down in episode 18 (03:53).Storylines discussion including: the Amanda vs Tori elimination, the Emanuel vs Devin elimination, and each of the first stages of the final mission (07:01).Awards for best quote, best moment, and episode MVP (47:15).Fi...
2021-12-091h 02
The Challenge HistorianReview Preview Spies Lies & Allies Ep 17 to 18 aka THE FINAL!Open and house keeping (00:11).Between time discussion with topics including:Happy Birthday TJ (03:05).The rumors of an Exes season being next (04:45).The Bananas pod episode with he, Tyler, and Janelle and the differences in Challenge cast entering after a Real World experience vs having been on another competition show (10:01).My preference for accountability in shit talking vs the whack people who won't put a name or face on it (17:16).Then, we preview all things Spies Lies & Allies final including what this purge will be like and who...
2021-12-0837 min
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars 2 Episode 4 RecapRejoice Rejoice It’s Trivia Time, the best time of the year! Plus: Motherf'ing Mercenary Mentality, one person succumbs to the fear while another embraces it, alliances are forming fast, an aggressive game of pool is played, advantages are nullified, and Nehemiah goes full Brad, literally! It’s The Challenge All Stars 2 episode 4 recap!Intro and agenda (00:37).Cliffnotes recap of the entire episode (02:12).Diving into the main storylines including all things trivia challenge, lifeshields being nullified, the two big alliances forming, that elimination game, and more (05:50).Awards for Best Fit, Best Mome...
2021-12-0343 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 17 RecapNELSON MADE THE FINAL LETS GOOOOOO, wait, uh, what? Excuse me TJ? Plus: fancy dinner parties, Logan finally fixes the chess board, everyone’s throwing balls at everyone, and CT puts on a hall-of-fame performance from start to finish and I’m not just talking about the daily challenge I’m talking about the entire episode and season. It’s The Challenge, Spies Lies and Allies episode 17 recap!Introduction and house keeping (00:43).Cliffnotes recap of everything that happened in episode 17 (03:50).Diving into the storylines including CT's dominance, Emanuel's backstory getting filled in, Tori's reason f...
2021-12-021h 01
The Challenge HistorianReview Preview SL&A Ep 16 to 17, All Stars 2 Ep 3 to 4Welcome and House Cleaning (00:11).Between Time discussion including an emerging problem for Aftermath to solve, Paulie continuing to get on current cast members nerves, and Theo wanting back on the show (04:28).Spies Lies & Allies review and preview of episode 17 (15:32).All Stars 2 review and preview of episode 4 (22:51).#TheChallenge #TheChallenge37 #TheChallengeAllStars2 #WeWantOGs #TheChallengePodcast #TheChallengeHistorian Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-3030 min
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars 2 Episode 3 RecapPROTECT JASMINE AT ALL COSTS! Plus: Tina’s got pranks, TJ has really big puzzles, Ayanna may be trippin on that power at the expense of Sophia, Cohutta and Jasmine are still perfect, Darrell gets pushed into uncomfortable moves, and that is certainly not the Fireball these folks thought they’d be having in this house. It’s The Challenge All Stars 2 Episode 3 recap!Cliffnotes recap of the entire episodes plot/story lines (04:49).Discussion of all the main storylines including Ayanna's power trip, Tina just working over Darrell in that nomination process, new alliances brewing, Cohutt...
2021-11-2654 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 16 RecapCouples counseling everywhere you look: Devin and Tori, CT and Kyle, Emy and Emanuel, is anyone friends anymore? Plus: We’ve got a boat day and a birthday party, Nelson is starting to make some feelings known, everyone is trying to avoid the greatest human on earth aka Big T, and TJ is just casually rolling around Croatia with $4 million dollars in 1 dollar bills? It’s the Challenge Spies Lies and Allies episode 16 recap!Cliffnotes recap of the entire episode (04:16).Main storylines including Devin and Tori's relationship, CT and Kyle's relationship, Big T being the best...
2021-11-2559 min
The Challenge HistorianReview Preview SL&A Ep 15 to 16, All Stars 2 Ep 2 to 3It's Tuesday, that means we've got things to review and more things to preview! Our double dip of Challenge goodness continues as we look at Spies Lies and Allies episodes 15 and the upcoming episode 16, as well as All Stars 2 episode 2 and upcoming episode 3. Of course, we spend most of our time discussing the between time and everything going down in the Challenge universe including: Josh's appearance on the Bananas podcast, Aftermath notes, viral tweets from Devin and Paulie, and how much we HATE spoiler accounts. #TheChallenge #TheChallengeSpiesLiesAllies #TheChallenge 37 #TheChallengeAllStars2 #RealityTVPodcast #TheChallengePodcast #WeWantOGs Hosted on...
2021-11-2342 min
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars 2 Episode 2 RecapMy heart, please, oh my gosh Challenge just beat me over the head with the emotions why don’t you! Plus: it’s prom night and Tundra is here! Derrick and Jodi are quickly reminded that winning isn't always fun, tragedy strikes the Challenge family, Nehemiah is on one, and Ayanna be putting in that work! It’s the Challenge All Stars 2 episode 2 recap! Segments include:Cliffnotes style recap of everything that went down on episode 2 (04:14).Discussion of all the main storylines including tragedy striking Derek and his family, the introduction of Tundra, that prom night...
2021-11-1957 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 15 RecapTHE FOOTBALL PADS ARE OUT AGAIN BABY LETS GOOOO! Plus: Amanda’s icy reception on Emerald, a good plan goes very wrong, ladies showing leadership, friendships falling apart left and right, and of course, we get the FULL Kyle experience all in the span of one episode, what a legend. It’s the Challenge Spies Lies & Allies episode 15 recap! Segments include:Cliffnotes style recap of the entire episode (05:25).Breaking down all the major storylines including Amanda's plan already working, Tori's rollercoaster ride of an episode, Devin maybe losing his grip on the game, CT being a mu...
2021-11-1859 min
The Challenge HistorianThe Challenge Review Preview Spies Lies Allies 14 to 15 and All Stars Two 1 to 2We've got two season going, which means we've got double the reviewing and previewing to do! This episode we cover the between time from last weeks episodes to now including Aftermath notes, that Darrell casting video, and Leroy's IG post about his Dirty Thirty experience (03:30). We then talk Spies Lies and Allies and review last weeks episode 14 before previewing tomorrow nights episode 15 (23:35). Finally we look at All Stars 2 and review the premier before making our first episode predictions of the season regarding episode 2 that drops on Thursday (30:14). #TheChallenge #TheChallenge37 #TheChallengeAllStars2 #TheChallengeAllStars #WeWantOGs #TheChallengePodcast #TheChallengeHistorian...
2021-11-1738 min
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars 2 Episode 1 RecapOur All Stars are back for a second season, and we are back to cover it all! Tina! Tyler! Jasmine! Ryan! Brad! Jodi! So many amazing people and faces coming back into our lives. The premier was fantastic, and there's a lot to cover.Five Big Things including seeing old friends after so long away, the vibe of an all stars season, the house itself, the format of the game, and that daily challenge (and TJ's reaction to it) that they played (04:35).Awards for Best Fit, Best Moment, Best Quote, and Episode MVP which spoiler...
2021-11-121h 02
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 14 RecapUhhhh WHERE DID THE 2X CHAMP GO? Plus > Top Gun promos, Josh eating his own words, Nany protects her woman, Devin maybe losing his grip on the game, CT and Logan being dream boats, and Amanda puts the episode and entire season on her back and carries that sh*t like the queen she is. It’s the Challenge Spies Lies & Allies Episode 14 recap!Cliffnotes recap of everything that happened in episode 14 (05:41).Discussion of the main storylines including Ashley getting sent home, Big T being slandered, and the growing Amanda vs Tori feud (09:41).Ha...
2021-11-111h 22
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Review Preview Episode 13 to 14It's Tuesday which means it's Challenge catch up day. We review episode 13 of Spies Lies & Allies before previewing episode 14. This will be the final week of only reviewing and previewing one episode though because All Stars 2 starts this week which means two season at one time O M G! Segments include:90 second recap of SL&A episode 13 (05:30)Breakdown of Aftermath including Logan the trash talker, Tori being coy, and Cory announcing a break from the game. Then the rest of the between time including Cory's appearance on the Death, Taxes and Bananas podcast...
2021-11-0929 min
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars 2 Preview ExtravaganzaThe Challenge: All Stars 2 is here! The #WeWantOGs movement began not more than 17 months ago and here we are already celebrating the start of a SECOND season of The Challenge All Stars. On this podcast we preview every possible thing about this new season including:The State of the Challenge address (06:35)A full moment by moment breakdown of the trailer (27:44)Preview all 24 cast members one by one, everyone gets some shine (36:41)Discuss what we know about the format and location (02:07:31)Preview what we are hoping for, what we are...
2021-11-052h 37
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 13 RecapCT IS YET AGAIN NOT TARGETED AND ONLY GETS STRONGER AND WTF ARE YOU DOING EMERALD CELL?Plus > Josh and Logan bro out en espanol, Amanda goes full Rose from Titanic, Tori goes full Emanuel in the shower, Big T can’t eat a doughnut in peace, and ropes are heavily involved and this time there isn’t even a Nelly T or Cory Bootcamp in sight! It’s the Challenge Spies, Lies & Allies Episode 13 recap! Segments include:A cliffnotes recap of everything that went down in episode 13 (05:03)A segment by segment break down o...
2021-11-041h 16
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Review Preview Episode 12 to 13Tuesday Review/Preview Pod is here! First up some housekeeping notes on content coming your way this week related to Spies Lies & Allies, All Stars 2, and more! Then we do our 90 second recap of SL&A Episode 12 (06:00), followed by a review of all newsworthy notes from the between time (08:44), and finish up with a preview and predictions for tomorrow nights SL&A Episode 13 (19:10)!#TheChallenge #TheChallengePodcast #TheChallengeHistorian #TheChallenge37 #TheChallengeAllStars #AllStars2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-0227 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 12 RecapEpisode 500 is in the books! Also known as episode 12 of Spies Lies and Allies and we've got that white hot recap for you! We discuss the fact that Kyle will say whatever anyone wants to hear, the continued inflation of Emerald Cell's ego's, Big T nearly capsizing her floatie, Bettina feeling isolated, Uncle CT and Niece Emy, this seasons teams eerie resemblance to the teams on Cutthroat, and the editors of this show totally faking us out and how much we DON"T LIKE IT! Plus, like, a whole lot more. Segments include:A cliffnotes style recap...
2021-10-281h 26
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Review Preview Episode 11 to 12Back with our Tuesday Review/Preview to look back at Spies Lies & Allies episode 11 (01:55), discuss the between time since airing (04:42), and preview tomorrow nights episode 12(15:20)!#TheChallenge #TheChallenge37 #TheChallengePodcast #TheChallengeHistorian Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-10-2723 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 11 RecapNO! Ed is gone and this Historian is HEARTBROKEN! Plus: Cory's leading boot camps now, Emerald Cell continues to feel themselves, Emanuel and Tori continue to feel each other, Vets continue to stick together, we get the legendary pole wrestling elimination, and Amanda teaches Kyle how having a baby ACTUALLY works. It’s the Challenge Spies Lies and Allies episode 11 recap! Segments Include:A cliffnotes recap of everything that happened on episode 11 (03:46).A segment by segment break down of the whole episode including those zoom calls, Amanda explaining childbirth to Kyle, the daily challenge, deliberation, an...
2021-10-211h 19
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Review Preview Episode 10 to 11All Stars 2 trailer has dropped, and All Stars 3 has been confirmed and already possibly cast?!!? That's not just super fun and exciting news but also franchise altering news especially when coupled with the consensus reaction by fans and media alike to that news. We discuss those topics at length while also reviewing last weeks episode 10 of Spies Lies and Allies and previewing tomorrow nights episode 11!Segments include:A 90 second recap of everything that went down on Spies Lies and Allies episode 10 (01:38).A breakdown of the between time including notes from Aftermath and a...
2021-10-2036 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 10 RecapCUTTHROAT SEASON 2 HERE WE GO! Plus, Logan breaks it off with Big T (and then maybe breaks a bone), Cory plots his revenge, Devin continues to run the game (but now more publicly), we learn more about Bettina and Priscilla and their reasons to win, Ashley really loves Amanda and Amanda loves her right back, and the whole house is green with envy over the Emerald team - but should they be? It’s The Challenge Spies Lies and Allies Episode 10 recap! Segments Include:A cliff notes recap of everything that went down on episode 10 (02:43).Br...
2021-10-141h 18
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Review Preview Episode 9 to 10Partners seem to be no more, but will our Challengers be going solo or joining teams the rest of the way? A theory has come up as to what the answer may be and we discuss it at length. Segments include:90 second recap of episode 9 (01:13).A discussion of Aftermath and the Between time including Messy Fessy striking again, a $500 gift card that wasn't, Logan catching more eyes than just Big T, and some obvious tension between certain vet cast members (04:10).And finally we preview episode 10 by talking individuals or teams and...
2021-10-1227 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 9 RecapThe vets war has begun! Plus, Logan continues to impress, Ed confides in Ed, champions are targeted, TJs got a twist, and Nelson says some stuff that only Nelson would find a way to say. It’s the Challenge Spies Lies and Allies episode 9 recap! As always our segments include:A Cliffnotes recap of everything that happened in episode 9 (04:12), a breakdown of the episode through the lens of the main storyline (08:30), some little things we noticed aka secondary storylines (29:04), a deep dive on the sporting events of the episode (41:40), we hand out some episode awards including best qu...
2021-10-071h 29
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Review Preview Episode 7 to 8Tuesday Review / Preview Podcast is here! We do our 90 second recap of everything that happened last Wednesday night on episode 7 (01:30). Then we dive into everything from the between time including Aftermath, Fessy's podcast circuit, Josh's past behavior, and The Miz just being awesome (03:55). Finally we end as we always do with some thoughts and predictions for tomorrow night's episode 8 (18:55). #TheChallenge #TheChallenge37 #TheChallengePodcast #TheChallengeHistorian Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-09-2825 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 7 RecapTHE FOOTBALL PADS ARE OUT BABY! Plus, Josh lets it allll out, TJ lays down the law, everyone apologizes to everyone, new alliances begin to form, and Berna gets burned. It’s the Challenge Spies Lies and Allies episode 7 recap! Segments include:Cliffnotes recap of the entire episode (01:49)The main storyline which is that Fessy is gone, and the rest of the fallout from a pizza party gone wrong (05:20)Some secondary storylines or otherwise little things I noticed (29:21)A deep dive into our athletic events, or in this case, event, it's a HALL BRAWL BABY LET'S GO (41:24)Awards fo...
2021-09-231h 19
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Review Preview Episode 6 to 7I defend this season, it's cast, and the show in general from the building narrative that it sucks, because it doesn't. Plus all our usual reviewing and previewing of episode 6 into episode 7. Three segments are as follows: a 90 second recap of everything that happened on episode 6 (01:36), discussion of Aftermath and all the happenings from the between time (04:22), predictions and preview of episode 7 (30:49).#TheChallenge #TheChallengeHistorian #TheChallenge37 #TheChallengePodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-09-2135 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 6 RecapWHO STOLE AMBERS PIZZA, WHO DID IT?? Plus, the cutest first date we ever did see, Esther is kissing Josh and has no idea why, Emy drops a banger, the Challengers go Tokyo Drifting, and Cory and Tori are so bored they have to talk Fessy and Josh into fighting! It’s the Challenge Spies Lies and Allies episode 6 recap!On this pod we go through: cliffnotes recap of everything that happened (02:35), discuss the episode through the lens of the main storyline of Big Brother breaking up (05:31), look at secondary storylines (30:22), discuss the daily challenge (41:51), and finally ha...
2021-09-171h 12
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Review Preview Episode 5 to 6Wait, wait, wait, they are DATING NOW? Updates on the relationship saga that never ends as well as everything else that happened between last weeks episode and tomorrow nights (what looks to be) awesome episode. First a 90 second recap of last weeks episode (01:07), second a breakdown of Aftermath and all that happened between episodes (02:48), and finally predictions for tomorrow nights episode 6 (12:09).#TheChallenge #TheChallengeHistorian #TheChallenge37 #TheChallengePodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-09-1520 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 5 RecapThe Rookies have totally given up, a Challenge OG goes down for the count, Josh is the Big Brother alum on the outs with the Big Brother and Vet alliance not Fessy, a CT sighting has occurred, and Gabo absolutely freaking steals the show even if he ends up going home… sorry dude, we love you though! It’s the Challenge, Spies Lies and Allies Episode 5 recap!Topics Include: cliffnotes recap of everything that happened (02:04), breakdown of the main storyline aka rookies giving themselves up (07:36), discussion of some secondary storylines including romance in the house and the Big...
2021-09-091h 27
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Review Preview Episode 4 to 5One tea-spilling IG Live has captured the Challenge world by storm this week, as Amanda, Fessy and Michele aired a bunch of stuff out on Saturday night. That wasn't all that happened between episodes 4 and 5 though, so we are here to get you caught up on it all. First, a 90 second review of last week's episode 4 plot (01:23), then breaking down Aftermath, that IG Live, and everything else newsworthy from the between time that relates to this current season (03:48), and finally making some predictions for tomorrow nights episode (14:09).#TheChallenge #TheChallenge37 #TheChallengePodcast Hosted on...
2021-09-0818 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 4 RecapMESSY FESSY IS BACK! Plus, best friends going at it, romance in the air, vets starting to eye each other, rookies saying screw it and eyeing each other too, bad strategy everywhere, TJ is checking his texts, and two OGs continue to shine while avoiding actually being on screen. It’s The Challenge Spies Lies and Allies episode 4 recap!In this episode we cover all things episode 4, including: cliffnotes recap of everything that happened (01:45), main storyline of the week (07:26), secondary storylines (24:31), breakdown of the daily challenge and elimination (30:09), episode awards (43:12), power rankings and predictions (01:07:40).#TheChallenge37 #Th...
2021-09-021h 17
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Review Preview Episode 3 to 4The Challenge is in a ratings crisis! While a lot else happened in the last 6 days within the Challenge world, the ratings being historically low as by far the biggest story and what we spent the vast majority of this podcast discussing.We also discuss: 90 second recap of EVERTHING that happened in episode three, notes from the last 6 days in the Challenge world, and a preview and predictions for tomorrow nights fourth episode.#TheChallenge #TheChallenge37 #TheChallengeRatings #TVRatings #TheChallengePodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-3129 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 3 RecapThe Challenge Historian is back to cover all things The Challenge 37 Spies Lies & Allies. Today we are recapping all things episode 3! The bloody noses, the dangerous sea cave, Nelly T's bootcamp, the veteran truce being tested, and everything else!Topics include: Cliffnotes Recap (01:40), Main Storyline (06:19), Secondary Storylines (23:37), The Daily Challenge (36:14), The Elimination (47:27), Awards (01:00:58), Power Rankings and Predictions (01:19:01). #TheChallenge #TheChallenge37 Make sure to follow or subscribe so you don't miss new episodes every Tuesday (catch up / preview) and Thursday (recap). For more Challenge content, check out our Instagram page @ChallengeHistorian as well as our YouTube Channel...
2021-08-261h 28
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Review Preview Episode 2 to 3New episodes of The Challenge may air on Wednesdays but it's the days between where a lot of the tea is spilled. We make sure to keep up with everything going down between episodes so that you don't have to worry about missing it!On this review / preview we discuss: a 90 second recap of EVERYTHING that happened in episode two (01:13), notes from the last 6 days in the Challenge world (03:47), preview and predictions for the upcoming third episode (11:39).#TheChallenge #TheChallenge37 #SpiesLiesandAllies #TheChallengePodcast #TheChallengeHistorian Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-2416 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 2 RecapThe Challenge Historian is back to cover all things The Challenge 37 Spies Lies & Allies. Today we are recapping all things episode 2! Topics include: Cliffnotes Recap (04:11), Main Storyline (07:55), Secondary Storylines (22:03), The Daily Challenge (33:13), The Elimination (45:21), Awards (51:08), Power Rankings and Predictions (01:11:28). #TheChallenge #TheChallenge37 Make sure to follow or subscribe so you don't miss new episodes every Tuesday (catch up / preview) and Thursday (recap). For more Challenge content, check out our Instagram page @ChallengeHistorian as well as our YouTube Channel @ChallengeHistorian! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-191h 20
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Review Preview Episode 1 to 2A lot goes down in the Challenge world outside of the actual show that airs each Wednesday night, so for this season of Spies, Lies & Allies we are here to keep you caught up on all the content that affects the show we are seeing but that you might have missed. From Aftermath, to IG Lives, to bonus clips on YouTube, we are watching it all so that if you don't have time to do so yourself you won't feel out of the loop come the next episode.This week's topics are: the purpose of this show (01:18...
2021-08-1818 min
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Episode 1 RecapYour Challenge Historian, Jacob Hollabaugh, is back to cover all things Spies, Lies & Allies as the new season gets underway! In this episode we recap both the Monday night Global Activation Special as well the entire first episode of the season! Topics include: Cliffnotes Recap (05:34), Main Storyline (09:00), Secondary Storylines (16:34), The Daily Challenge (29:08), The Elimination (38:37), Awards (43:09), and Power Rankings (57:58). #TheChallenge #TheChallenge37 Make sure to follow or subscribe so you don't miss new episodes every Tuesday (catch up / preview) and Thursday (recap). For more Challenge content, check out our Instagram page @ChallengeHistorian as well as our YouTube Channel @ChallengeHistorian!
2021-08-121h 10
The Challenge HistorianSpies, Lies & Allies Ultimate Preview PodcastThe Challenge is BACK BABY! Season 37, Spies Lies & Allies drops in one week and we are here to preview every last bit of it. We open with thoughts on the location, theme, and format (04:20). Then we dive into a cast member by cast member breakdown of the veterans that are returning (17:43) followed by a cast member by cast member breakdown of all nineteen rookies (01:06:20). Finally we wrap it up with some wishes and predictions for the season (01:30:15). #TheChallenge #TheChallengeSpiesLiesAllies #TheChallenge37 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-051h 41
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars Season RecapAll things The Challenge All Stars will be discussed as we wrap up what has been an awesome first season of this new format. Did it work? Is All Stars the right name/format? Who do we want on season 2? Who was the MVP? All these questions answered in depth plus a whole lot more discussion about the season that was. #TheChallenge #TheChallengeAllStars Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-06-031h 02
The Challenge HistorianAll Stars Episode 8 & 9 RecapThe Challenge All Stars episodes 8 AND 9! Two episodes, one podcast, breaking down the entire final challenge of this season of All Stars. No awards or history lesson this week, just a stage by stage breakdown of the entire final challenge and all the laughs, vomits, strategy and wins along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-2749 minThe Challenge HistorianAll Stars Episode 7 RecapThe Challenge All Stars episode 7 recap. BIG EASY STYLE BABY! Plus: more best friends that weren't, our hardest daily challenge of the season, our first real deliberation, and we are headed to the final! We cover all of that, hand out some awards, and do a quick history lesson on Aneesa's tortured Challenge resume. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-1847 minThe Challenge HistorianAll Stars Episode 6 RecapRecapping all things The Challenge All Stars episode 6. We cover whether or not Laterrian is the greatest human ever, if Jemmye is the only one actually trying to win, why Mark should have been celebrating even more, even more All Stars romance, a sneaky great daily challenge and SO MUCH MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-1247 minThe Challenge HistorianAll Stars Episode 5 RecapThis week we are recapping The Challenge All Stars episode 5! We've got a mini-final to dissect, some Challenge romance to discuss, a new twist from TJ, and much more. Plus: best quote, episode MVP, and a Challenge History lesson all about the competitions most decorated elimination victors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-1054 minThe Challenge HistorianAll Stars Episode 3 RecapOn this episode of The Challenge Historian we cover The Challenge All Stars, episode 3. Full breakdown of the episode including the daily challenge, deliberation, elimination, new alliances forming, romance in the air and so much more! Plus, we give out some awards, and take you to class for a Challenge History Lesson all about eliminations and those who have faced the most and the least. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-051h 03The Challenge HistorianAll Stars Episode 4 RecapOn this weeks Challenge Historian we are recapping The Challenge All Stars, episode 4. We break down the On The Ropes daily challenge, the elimination that wasn't, The Godfather coming center stage, alliances being tested for the first time, and much more. Plus: best quote, MVP, episode grade and a brand new Challenge History Lesson all about Challenge quitters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-0556 minThe Challenge HistorianAll Stars Episode 2 RecapThe Challenge All Stars episode 2 is out and we've got a full recap for you! Breaking down the entire episode segment by segment, power ranking the remaining players, handing out best quote and episode MVP, and our first history lesson looking at the one and done champions over the years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-041h 04The Challenge HistorianAll Stars Episode 1 RecapIT'S HERE! The Challenge All Stars has premiered, the OGs are back, and we are here to break it all down! Overall thoughts, full breakdown of everything that happened on the episode, quotes of the week, episode MVP and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-031h 00The Challenge HistorianThe Challenge All Stars PreviewThe Challenge All Stars is coming! We dissect everything you need to know heading into the premier of this new All Stars season: how we got here, what to expect, full cast breakdown, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-021h 21