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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
House Of Villains
The Amazing Race
Elimination
The Traitors US
The Challenge All Stars
Elimination Challenges
Wes
Eliminations
Reality Television
Bananas
The Challenge All Stars 5
Road Rules
Frank
Lisa Rinna
Competition

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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Latest Episodes

It's time to crown some champions, but not without some historic Challenge moments up first. A brutal elimination, bottle of soda dumped, and ensuing verbal altercation heard around The Challenge world for years to come. Episodes 8, 9, and 10 are all... more

Scally is back! Just in time for MORE cheating allegations and Justin Hinsley's finally activated!

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ALL our episodes available AD-FREE on Patreon! Plus WEEKLY bonus episodes, our group chat and community, suggest us shows to watch, and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠... more

Episodes 6 and 7! The drama has continued to intensify, which feels impossible, but these people are making it very possible! And we STILL have all time Challenge moments to come in the next part!

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ALL our episodes av... more

PATREON MAIN FEED DROP!

Recorded weeks ago before The Challenge 42 began, we took to Patreon to draft the cast of Cutthroat 2 based on who we think will get the most CONFESSIONALS this season!

Make sure to check out Matt and Jonathan's recap of epi... more

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Recent Guests

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
Brand/TV appearance
Episode: Spring Break Challenge (2010)
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
Derrick Kosinski
Contestant and veteran cast member featured on Challenge seasons
MTV/The Challenge
Episode: The Island (season 16) -- Part 4
Rob Rausch
Traitor Champion of The Traitors Season 4
Episode: The Traitors US 4: FINALE and Reunion recap
Maura Higgins
Player who sought to win but faced betrayal from Rob
Episode: The Traitors US 4: FINALE and Reunion recap
Sam Phalen
Reality TV enthusiast and Survivor New Era standout
Episode: The Traitors US 4: Sam Phalen talks Week 6
Frannie Marin
Contestant from Survivor 44
Survivor
Episode: The Traitors US 4: Frannie Marin talks Week 5

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 386 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 States6 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 States8 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 States8 months ago
  • Fun podcast

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shaggy of PA
    United States8 months ago
  • Great Listen

    Very enjoyable and knowledgeable about The Challenge.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SallyMZ
    United States9 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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Q: Do you go skydiving with Taylor, Joseph, and Tucker?
No, I would not go.
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Q: You or Joffo who's skydiving?
Definitely not me; I would not do it.
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Q: What do you think of Wes on the show?
Wes is a misogynistic asshole throughout the whole run of The Challenge so far.
Fresh Meat (season 12) -- Part 2
Q: Do you have any idea when the Ryan Shane thing happened, started relationship?
It was before Ryan was ever on the show, he was an ex hookup or something in the past.
The Traitors US 3: Full Season Wrap-Up w/ Pooya
Q: Scally, how are you feeling a week later?
I think this is probably still number one for me.

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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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2. Keir Dillon
3. Hanna Teeter
4. Josh Martinez
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