
Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher are your hosts for a review of each week's episode of MTV's The Challenge, including interviews from the Real World and Challenge cast members.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 356 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | After ShowsTV & Film | |||

The Challenge Cutthroat Ep 6 Recap
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The Challenge Cutthroat is back as Brian Cohen teams up with guest host Mike Bloom to dig into episode 6’s tangled gameplay and ever-messier house drama. With vet power waning and rookie... more
The Challenge Cutthroat Ep 5 Recap
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MTV’s The Challenge: Cutthroat 2 Episode 5 brings shifting alliances, captaincy drama, and fierce mud-soaked battles, as Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher dive into the season’s pivotal develop... more
The Challenge Cutthroat Ep 4 Recap
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Step onto Cutthroat Island with hosts Ali Lasher and Brian Cohen as they break down episode 4 of MTV’s The Challenge: Cutthroat Season 42. The competition heats up as shifting allian... more
The Challenge Cutthroat II Ep 3 Recap
The Challenge 42: Cutthroat Studio Recap’s third episode dives straight into the drama and strategy shaping the game’s new team dynamics. Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher break down how a quick transition to the daily... more
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There are many reality shows to watch on Wednesdays. However, when I have to choose, I pick the Challenge. Why? Because on Thursdays I’m in the car a lot and want to be able to listen to Ali and Brian’s coverage. Y’all (yes I’m from Texas) are fun, insightful and have great analysis on the game play and I love it. You always suggest new things about motivations or potential scenarios I haven’t thought of and always keep me engaged. I watch the episode so I am “prepped” for your podcast. G... more
I just wanted to give you guys your flowers, that out of all the wed night/ thurs morning content available, you are always my first listen, even before know it alls! I was irrationally and unreasonably upset when Brian had to be a dad and miss a couple weeks ago so I figured it was time to leave a review after 5 years of listening. Thank you and keep it up!
Not the most insiteful podcast. Get rid of the woman, she is so annoying.
Started watching Challenge back in 2019 because I enjoy Ali’s podcast appearances. Ali & Brian are a GREAT listen - which I enjoy more than each episode!
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Hosts deliver entertaining weekly recaps of MTV's Challenge-focused episodes, pairing sharp game-play analysis with humor and personal anecdotes. Their conversations routinely cover alliance dynamics, strategic moves, final challenges, and notable contestant storylines, often featuring guests from the Real World and Challenge cast. The show frequently references broader franchise context, including shifts in format and distribution, and cultivates a welcoming, community-driven vibe for long-time fans and newcomers alike. A standout element is the duo's chemistry and willingness to push back on popular opinions with thoughtful critique, which has built a loyal listening base and strong cross-podcast crossovers.
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