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Death, Taxes, and Bananas with Johnny Bananas

The Ringer
The Challenge
Reality Television
Reality TV
The Traitors
Johnny Bananas
Alliances
Survivor
Love Island
Nany Gonzalez
Big Brother
Fatherhood
Strategy
Vets Vs New Threats
Mental Health
Mayor Of Kingstown
Marriage
Strategic Gameplay
The Challenge (TV Show)
Australian Contestants
Olivia

Nothing can be said to be certain in this life, except death and taxes … and Johnny Bananas. Join the ‘Challenge’ GOAT as he recaps every season of ‘The Challenge’ and provides all the behind-the-scenes drama with cast members. Johnny covers your favorite reality television shows, like ‘The Traitors,’ ‘House of Villains,’ and ‘Love Island,’ and interviews stars from every corner of the reality lan... more

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Johnny is joined by Tori Deal to talk about her history on reality television and ‘The Challenge,’ her friendship with Johnny, her alliances going into Season 42, her Trial by Combat on Episode 10 against Sarah Rice, and so much more.

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Johnny is joined by Justin Hinsley to talk about Dee’s eviction from the ‘Big Brother’ house, his time on Season 41 of ‘The Challenge,’ his beef with Anna Leigh, the gritty elimination against Chris, and so much more.

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Johnny chops it up with his good friend and Season 42 castmate Leo Dionicio and talks about what really went down between him and Anna Leigh, how he feels about the triple DQ, his reaction to the rest of the cast being told on Episode 8, his vacation... more

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Johnny is joined by ‘Vets & New Threats’ and ‘Are You the One?’ contestant Will Gagnon to give the lowdown on this season and recap Episode 7. They talk about his new mentality coming into this season, the rise and fall of “41 strong,” and his relati... more

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Recent Guests

Tori Deal
Reality TV contestant and Challenge veteran
Are You the One?/The Challenge
Episode: ‘The Challenge: Cutthroat’ Episode 10 With Tori Deal
Leonardo Dionicio
Reality TV contestant known for Love Island and The Challenge appearances
Reality TV (Love Island, The Challenge)
Episode: ‘The Challenge: Cutthroat’ Episode 8 With Leo Dionicio
Deb Chubb
Contestant on The Challenge and Love Island alum
The Challenge / Love Island
Episode: ‘The Challenge: Cutthroat’ Episode 6 With Deb Chubb
Sydney Segal
Self-described queen, veteran contestant on The Challenge
Reality TV personality
Episode: ‘The Challenge: Cutthroat’ Episodes 4 and 5 With Sydney Segal
Tyler Duckworth
Reality TV veteran, All Stars participant
The Challenge / Real World
Episode: Rerelease: Johnny Bananas, Tyler Duckworth, and Janelle Casanave
Janelle Casanave
Nurse, reality TV veteran, All Stars participant
The Challenge / Real World
Episode: Rerelease: Johnny Bananas, Tyler Duckworth, and Janelle Casanave
Brad Fiorenza
Challenge veteran; 15th season participant, Cutthroat entrant
The Challenge
Episode: 'The Challenge: Cutthroat' Episodes 2-3 With Brad Fiorenza
Chris Underwood
Two-time Challenge and Survivor competitor
The Challenge / Survivor
Episode: 'The Challenge: Cutthroat’ Premiere With Chris Underwood
Josh Martinez
Reality television veteran, La Casa de los Famosos alum, The Challenge competitor
Telemundo (La Casa de los Famosos); The Challenge
Episode: 'The Challenge' 42 and 'La Casa de los Famosos' With Josh Martinez

Host

Johnny Bananas
Longtime reality-competition host and commentator known for candid, witty analysis and deep ties to the genre.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 451 ratings
  • Dynamic Duo

    Love the collaboration from challenge greats! Super insights and nostalgic references! Love it. Hope it happens a lot this season.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Good-job-dia
    United States2 months ago
  • A Bridge Too Far

    You lost me at Spencer Pratt. Unsubscribe.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    HoneyTrix_206
    United States4 months ago
  • Let it go dude

    It’s Traitors season, which means we get to listen to Bananas talk about Dan eliminating him from a game where you have to eliminate ppl.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BlkftRN
    United States8 months ago
  • You are the Challenge

    Always entertaining. I love everything from the intro bit about the guest to the constant Wes jokes to the brutal honesty.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sl_Sebastian
    United States8 months ago
  • Love It!!

    The Wes interview is pure Gold! I love these two…as a 41 year old, I’ve grown up watching them on RW and then The Challenge. Honestly they are the best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spankey McGee 03
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests are solid, but sometimes the host dominates the conversation.
A dynamic duo with challenge veterans delivering insightful strategy and fun banter.
Great interviews with top challenge legends; energy is unmatched.
Consistent quality and authentic takes on reality competition culture.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#26
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Apple Podcasts
#36
United States/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#52
Canada/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#30
South Africa/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#139
South Korea/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#171
Mexico/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

‘The Challenge: Cutthroat’ Episode 6 With Deb Chubb
Q: Was there a moment you felt you had to prove yourself more than others?
Yes, early in the game I realized I needed to show I could contribute in multiple ways, not just be a big personality, and I focused on performing and supporting my team in eliminations.
‘The Challenge: Cutthroat’ Episode 6 With Deb Chubb
Q: What were your expectations coming into the season?
I knew there was a lot of history and background, but I admitted I didn't know it all, so I planned to stay adaptable and rely on being myself while learning on the fly.
‘The Challenge: Vets & New Threats’ Season Wrap-Up With Yeremi
Q: What do you think separates you from the rest of the players?
Yeremi believes his relentless drive and refusal to give up, combined with strategic gameplay and mental endurance, set him apart from his competitors.
‘The Challenge: Vets & New Threats’ Season Wrap-Up With Yeremi
Q: What was your strategy coming into this season?
Yeremi explained that he never comes into a season with a set game plan, but rather surveys the landscape to see where the dynamics are forming.
The ‘Challenge: Vets & New Threats’ Season Finale With Sydney Segal
Q: What was your experience like in The Challenge season?
Sydney shares her journey through the intense competition, the struggles and dynamics of working with different partners, and the toll it took on her mental health.

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The show centers on deep-dive conversations with reality-competition participants and notable figures from the broader reality TV landscape. Recurring focus areas include strategic gameplay, alliances, and personal dynamics in high-stakes challenges, with frequent episodes unpacking recent seasons of The Traitors and The Challenge, as well as crossovers from Survivor and other formats. The host brings a veteran perspective, often pairing retrospective commentary with in-the-moment insights from guests, creating a blend of behind-the-scenes storytelling and analysis. A notable edge is the host's extensive connections and ability to pull in well-known players for candid, no-holds-barred discussions, alongside a willingness to address mental h... more

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2. Leonardo Dionicio
3. Deb Chubb
4. Sydney Segal
5. Tyler Duckworth
6. Janelle Casanave
7. Brad Fiorenza
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