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The Free Agents Podcast: The Challenge, The Traitors, & more

Matt and Scally
The Challenge
Reality TV
The Traitors
Big Brother
Survivor
The Amazing Race
The Traitors US
House Of Villains
Elimination
Reality Television
The Challenge All Stars
Elimination Challenges
Road Rules
Eliminations
Frank
Lisa Rinna
Competition
The Gauntlet
Coral Smith
Amazing Race

Join Matt Liguori and Brian Scally as they cover all things The Challenge, The Traitors, and more within the world of reality TV!

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A lot of extra sauce in this podcast today, breaking down perhaps the best episode of Traitors: New Blood thus far!

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That's a wrap! Another season of The Challenge comes to an end -- let's talk through the rest of the final and what this means for the winners!

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Recent Guests

Pooya Zanvikili
Host of The 90 Day Fiance Podcast and RHAP coverage of The Traitors
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Kirsten MacInnis
One half of The Mess Magnets; co-host on Love Island USA feed; RHAP contributor
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Taylor Hale
Alyson Taylor Hale, reality TV contestant and cast member on The Traitors US Season 3
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Valentina Shevchenko
Two-time UFC champion appearing as UFC commentator in the episode
UFC
Episode: The Challenge 42: Cutthroat -- Episode 10 recap
TJ Dillashaw
Two-time UFC champion appearing in UFC commentary booth
UFC
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Ben Davis
Season 41 competitor on The Challenge
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Episode: The Challenge 42 cast draft w/ Ben Davis
Keir Dillon
Olympian featured in the Spring Break Challenge coverage
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Hanna Teeter
Olympian snowboarder featured in the Spring Break Challenge coverage
Brand/TV appearance
Episode: Spring Break Challenge (2010)
Josh Martinez
Reality TV veteran, guest at the party on House of Villains
Big Brother alum
Episode: House of Villains 3: Episode 8 recap

Hosts

Matt Liguori
Host of The Free Agents Podcast: The Challenge, The Traitors, & more
Brian Scally
Co-host of The Free Agents Podcast: The Challenge, The Traitors, & more

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 390 ratings
  • New favorite pod

    Whether you’ve been watching since 1998 or are totally new to The Challenge, this podcast is for you! Matt and Scally are so fun and I’m enjoying them guiding me through my “pre”watch. I feel like I’m chatting about my favorite stupid show with my besties who just so happen to have sexy voices

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    strawberryblonde95
    United States8 months ago
  • One of my fav pods

    Always a good listen! Matt and Scally give the right amount of recap and analysis while also being funny and personable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AllieListensToThings
    United States10 months ago
  • Excited for the rewatch!

    BEYOND excited for the Challenge rewatch series. Couldn’t think of two better people to talk about the mess of the past

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vmcvas16
    United States10 months ago
  • Fun podcast

    Appreciate the free podcast content about my favorite show - The Challenge !!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shaggy of PA
    United States10 months ago
  • Great Listen

    Very enjoyable and knowledgeable about The Challenge.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SallyMZ
    United States10 months ago

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Hosts are entertaining and knowledgeable, making deep dives feel like hanging out with friends.
Audience appreciates candid takes on controversial moments and behind-the-scenes anecdotes.
Chemistry between Matt and Scally is consistently strong and approachable for newcomers.
Regularly features rewatch and nostalgia segments that longtime fans love.

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The Challenge 42: Cutthroat -- Episode 12 recap
Q: Do you think Justin would sabotage the final for his team?
Mel said she did not believe he would follow through, arguing that competitors should aim to win rather than simply reach the final.
The Challenge 42: Cutthroat -- Episode 12 recap
Q: What do you think about the challenge?
Mel thought the large obstacle rig looked impressive and was concerned someone might be seriously injured, but she found the challenge more interesting than expected.
The Traitors: New Blood -- Episode 6 recap
Q: Do you think Victor dies next episode by murder?
Pooya doubts the Traitors will immediately murder Victor, since the timing could draw attention to his theory, while Scally considers the risks of leaving or removing him.
The Traitors: New Blood -- Episode 6 recap
Q: At what point did you realize Joe was confessing the murder to Nia?
Pooya says he did not expect Nia to be the murder victim and had assumed Mark or Clyde was more likely; Joe's confession therefore caught him off guard.
The Amazing Race 38 (Big Brother edition): Episode 7 recap
Q: Do you go skydiving with Taylor, Joseph, and Tucker?
No, I would not go.

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Two hosts deliver energetic coverage of The Challenge, The Traitors, and wider reality-TV discourse with a focus on recaps, analysis, and playful banter. Episodes span season breakdowns, mount-rushmore style lists, and rewatch series, often weaving in behind-the-scenes anecdotes, sponsor reads, and cross-podcast promos. The show stands out for its approachable, fan-friendly commentary, long-running familiarity with cast histories, and a willingness to tackle both nostalgic moments and current season storylines, making it a go-to for deep-dives and casual listening alike.

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1. The Challenge RHAP-up | Rob has a Podcast
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3. RHAP: We Know Reality TV
4. Rob Has a Podcast | Survivor, Traitors & Reality TV - RHAP
5. The Exclusive With Sharon Tharp

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1. Pooya Zanvikili
2. Kirsten MacInnis
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6. Ben Davis
7. Keir Dillon
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