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Getting Real with Jon & Beth

Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk
Reality TV
The Challenge
The Real World
MTV
Reality Television
Mental Health
Nostalgia
Nashville
Social Media
Country Music
Big Brother
Survivor
Tiktok
Road Rules
Pop Culture
Friendship
Los Angeles
The Real World Homecoming
Los Angeles Wildfire
Paul Mccartney

Reality TV star pioneers Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk from MTV’s The Real World and Challenge give an insider's perspective on reality TV, music, pop culture, and Real Life. Take a walk down nostalgia lane to the present time as they get into real unfiltered one on one conversations Get ready for a roller-coaster of emotions and thoughts as they feature a lineup of star-studded guests ranging fro... more

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Alanna Conaway is a music journalist, author and longtime friend of Jon Brennan.  She drops by the “Getting Real With Jon & Beth" to speak to Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan about her unexpected journey battling cancer this past year at 44 years old.... more

Cam Simmons is from Clay County, Alabama and cheers for the Crimson Tide!  He is a former high school and college athlete and now is a traveling welder.  Cam shares how he has set goals for himself on his journey and what it was like to have Jon Bren... more

Former Real World roommates, Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan, discuss Paul McCartney’s recent Saturday Night Live performance and Jon’s #1 country music video on The American Country Network.

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Chris Kael, bassist of Five Finger Death Punch, stand up comic and co-host of the “Beard & Weirdo” podcast with comedian Craig Gass, talks to Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk about how he got started in music and what it’s like to meet and open up for... more

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Recent Guests

Cam Simmons
Mentor and former youth pastor who grew up in Clay County, Alabama
Independent mentor; former youth pastor
Episode: Cam Simmons: “Clay County, Alabama”
Chris Kael
Bass player for Five Finger Death Punch, stand-up comedian, podcaster
Five Finger Death Punch
Episode: Chris Kael: “Metal Beard”
Blair Herter
Reality TV personality known for Road Rules and The Challenge
Former MTV personality
Episode: Blair Herter: “I Chase Joy”
Bob Berryhill
Guitarist and co-founder of The Surfaris
The Surfaris
Episode: Bob Berryhill of The Surfaris: “Hahahahaha Wipeout”
Ryan John
Creator of Wendy Challenge
Wendy Challenge
Episode: Ryan John: “The Real Wendy Challenge”
Gunnar Nelson
Rock star and author from the band Nelson
Nelson
Episode: Gunnar Nelson: “What Happened To Your Hair?”
Steve Anthony
Country music singer, songwriter, and guitar player from Texas.
Independent artist
Episode: Steve Anthony: “Give It All You’ve Got”
Davis Mallory
Singer-songwriter and former reality TV star
Nashville, Tennessee
Episode: Davis Mallory: “American Boy”
Brandon Nelson
Reality TV star from MTV's The Challenge
MTV
Episode: Brandon Nelson: “A Hit Dog Will Holla”

Hosts

Jon Brennan
Host of Getting Real with Jon and Beth; longtime reality-TV alum with deep industry connections.
Beth Stolarczyk
Co-host of Getting Real with Jon & Beth; MTV reality-TV veteran with strong on-air chemistry.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 159 ratings
  • I never knew how much I would love this until I listen to my first episode.

    Jon and Beth are amazing. I never thought in 1 million years that I would love a podcast like this. I listen to them every day at work when I can. Their guests are amazing and the best guest they had was the iconic Coral Smith. The fact that they were able to get her on this podcast is killer!!!! I had the opportunity to ask her my question and have a small little conversation with her and I was so starstruck to meet her. She is truly a genuine person, despite of what anyone would think of her. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZacharyG90
    United States10 months ago
  • Show is bad

    Please less complaining about not getting a call back Jon and less talk about how much you hate bananas. Beth is great on the pod but Jon just sounds like a bitter old man.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    texastwoguns
    United States10 months ago
  • Great show

    I love show but please stop intermittently speeding up the audio.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    sopmacdj
    United States10 months ago
  • What a Dynamic Duo!

    The stories Jon and Beth talk about are fun and heartfelt! Their banter is unmatched! I watched them when The Real World was playing, real time on MTV. Back in those days we had to wait to see what would happen next! The guests they have always surprise me. I’ve learned so much about the guests that I would never have known if it hadn’t been for, Jon and Beth having them as a guest. I highly recommend this podcast, I look forward to each new episode. TRUE STORY!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoveTommo28
    United Statesa year ago
  • Jon is not good

    Love the show. Love the idea. Love the guests. Love Beth. But Jon is insufferable. Loves the sound of his own voice. Doesn’t let guests talk. Makes it all about himself. Dial him WAY back.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Podcast Guy 12345
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Production quality is solid and content stays engaging across episodes.
Guests are consistently engaging and surprising in their diversity.
Fans appreciate candid conversations and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from MTV era.
A few listeners feel Jon can dominate conversations; overall feedback is mixed but mostly positive.
Long-running hosts have great rapport and bring insider realism to nostalgia and current pop culture.

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Chris Kael: “Metal Beard”
Q: What are some memorable moments with rock legends you've met along the way?
Stories include Gene Simmons and Rob Halford watching shows, Marilyn Manson inviting him to a birthday party, and Alice Cooper being a generous, attentive presence; these encounters shaped his perspective on longevity in rock.
Chris Kael: “Metal Beard”
Q: How did you land the Five Finger Death Punch gig, and what was your audition process like?
He describes moving to Vegas, taking a pay cut, and sending a bold DM to the guitarist; after an audition week, he proved himself with his vocal versatility and was offered the role.
Chris Kael: “Metal Beard”
Q: What do you cover in your comedy show and how does it relate to your music career?
Chris explains that his stand-up is storytelling-based, pulling from road stories and personal experiences in and out of the band, using humor to connect with fans and provide a behind-the-scenes look at life in a touring act.
Blair Herter: “I Chase Joy”
Q: Would you ever host something again given your past experiences?
Blair explains that while hosting thousands of hours felt like a job, his preference now is reunions and episodic appearances rather than on-air hosting, and he would consider participating in a reunion if invited.
Blair Herter: “I Chase Joy”
Q: Out of all the interviews you've done, what stands out the most?
Blair reflects that he never pinpoints a single interview but cherishes the sense of a unique fraternity and the ability to connect with people, which has lasted beyond the show years.

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A nostalgia-forward conversation format where veteran reality-TV alumni and music/ pop culture figures interview a rotating lineup of guests. Episodes blend behind-the-scenes stories from MTV's heyday with contemporary takes on media, branding, and the evolving music and entertainment industries. Notable is the duo's long-running chemistry, openness to diverse guests—from reality-TV icons to musicians and media personalities—and a pragmatic focus on career pivots, authenticity, and personal growth. The show likely appeals to Gen X listeners who crave era-specific nostalgia alongside current pop culture insights, with a strong emphasis on personal storytelling and insider perspectives without taking itself too seriously.

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Recent guests on Getting Real with Jon & Beth include:

1. Cam Simmons
2. Chris Kael
3. Blair Herter
4. Bob Berryhill
5. Ryan John
6. Gunnar Nelson
7. Steve Anthony
8. Davis Mallory

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