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by Levi Hall
Welcome to The Challenge: Roundtable Reacts podcast. A podcast for fans of MTV's hit show The Challenge.Join the Roundtable team of Levi, George, Brian, Lauren and Ryan as we react to each episode of The Challenge.
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- 3 days ago2h 24m
The Challenge: Roundtable Reacts...to a Game of Uno!!!
The Challenge: Cutthroat continues with an episode filled with shock departures, disgusting delicacies, questions of trust and another dominant elimination performance!Join the Roundtable team of Levi, George, Brian, Lauren and Ryan as we break down Episode 8 of Season 42, “Is This Safe?”Watch or listen as we discuss Josh, Nelson and Leo being removed from the game for breaking The Challenge’s code of conduct, Chris and Anna Leigh becoming the new captains, and the Blue Team finally earning its first victory in the stomach-churning ‘Mean Cuisine’.We also discuss TJ revealing the captains’ power to divide—or steal—the prize money, the growing distrust between Adrienne and Cassidy, and Chris’ potentially suspicious selection process. Finally, we break down Cassidy and Izzy’s marathon ‘Slide Show’ elimination before TJ announces one more twist!If you enjoy the show, follow us on Instagram (@ChallengeReact) and continue the conversation about our favourite show, The Challenge!
- 1 weeks ago1h 42m
The Challenge: Roundtable Reacts...to a Stalemate!!!
The Challenge: Cutthroat continues with an episode filled with mutiny, a gruelling mini-final, an emotional departure and a captaincy stalemate!Join the Roundtable team of Levi, George, Brian, Lauren and Ryan as we break down Episode 7 of Season 42, “You Need Me.”Watch or listen as we discuss Nelson’s latest attempt to replace Josh as Blue Team captain, the running, swimming and heavy lifting of ‘Perfect Match’, and CT turning an endurance struggle into a puzzle-powered victory for Orange. We discuss Cory’s heartbreaking decision to leave the game following news about his daughter’s health, the cancelled elimination, and Cassidy and Adrienne battling for the vacant Grey Team captaincy—before TJ arrives at the house with an ominous cliffhanger!If you enjoy the show, follow us on Instagram (@ChallengeReact) and continue the conversation about our favourite show, The Challenge!
- 2 weeks ago1h 50m
The Challenge: Roundtable Reacts...to Deb Chubb's Description of Symbols!!!
The Challenge: Cutthroat continues with an episode filled with mutiny, rumours, romance and another impressive elimination victory!Join the Roundtable team of Levi, George, Brian, Lauren and Ryan, as we break down Episode 6 of Season 42, “Leave Room for Jesus.”Watch or listen, as we discuss Nelson and Cara Maria’s failed attempt to replace Josh as the Blue Team captain, the Grey Team dominating the heights-over-water challenge ‘Trial by Terror’, and Tori being forced to choose between the Orange Team rookies. We also discuss Justin’s accusation about Anna Leigh and Josh, the continuing drama surrounding Anna Leigh and Leo, and Cory and Izzy struggling to resist their growing connection.Finally, we break down the ‘Air Time’ elimination, as Cara Maria takes on Deb Chubb and proves once again why she is at her most dangerous with her back against the wall!If you enjoy the show, follow us on Instagram (@ChallengeReact) and continue the conversation about our favourite show, The Challenge!
- 3 weeks ago1h 56m
The Challenge: Roundtable Reacts...to the Fallout from 'Jungle Brawl'!!!
The Challenge: Cutthroat continues with an episode filled with mud, romance, rivalries and one inspirational elimination victory!Join the Roundtable team of Levi, George, Brian, Lauren and Ryan, as we break down Episode 5 of Season 42, “Down and Dirty.”Watch or listen, as we discuss the new captains twist, 'Jungle Brawl', Sydney’s injury and brutal comments about Deb and their heated confrontation, the growing connections in the house, and the return of 'Knot So Fast' for the Nelson and Keanu elimination.If you enjoy the show, follow us on Instagram (@ChallengeReact) and continue the conversation about our favourite show, The Challenge!
- Aug 20, 20262h 5m
The Challenge: Roundtable Reacts...to Solving a Problem Like Maria!!!
The Challenge: Cutthroat continues with Episode 4, and one team’s massive advantage somehow turns into another disastrous defeat!Join the Roundtable team of Levi Maria, George Maria, Brian Maria, Lauren Maria and Ryan Maria, as we break down Episode 4 of Season 42, “Say It To My Face.”Watch or listen, as we discuss the daily challenge, Josh confronting Cara Maria over her performance . We also dive into the growing attraction between Anna Leigh and Leo, Cory and Izzy’s flirtation, and the messy politics that leave Nurys feeling targeted by her own Grey Team. We then break down Anna Leigh and Nurys’ battle in the arena, and TJ’s announcement that each team must now select a permanent captain!If you enjoy the show, follow us on Instagram (@ChallengeReact) and continue the conversation about our favourite show, The Challenge!
- Aug 13, 20261h 33m
The Challenge: Roundtable Reacts...to Keanu's Kettlebell Expertise!!!
The Challenge: Cutthroat continues as the competition intensifies and tensions inside the house begin to boil over!Join the Roundtable team of Levi, George, Brian, Lauren and Ryan, as we break down Episode 3 of Season 42, “Keep My Name Out Your Mouth.”Watch or listen, as we discuss the daily challenge, the Adrienne–Nurys–Josh drama, Bananas’ decision to send in Brad, and the battle between Brad and Keanu in the arena. We also look at the fallout from Keanu’s dominant elimination victory and Chris’ promise to keep throwing him in until he goes home!If you enjoy the show, follow us on Instagram (@ChallengeReact) and continue the conversation about our favourite show, The Challenge!
- Aug 9, 20262h 31m
The Challenge: Roundtable Reacts...to the Boston Mumble Scumbag!!!
The Challenge is back for Season 42 with The Challenge: Cutthroat—and it has wasted no time living up to its name!24 Challengers have arrived in Thailand ready to battle for their share of $500,000, but before the game can truly begin, they must survive a gruelling opening race and earn their places on one of three teams.Join Levi, George, Brian, Lauren and Ryan as the Roundtable team break down the two-episode premiere: “Return to Cutthroat” and “Crying Won’t Get You Off This Roof.”Watch or listen as we discuss the returning veterans and brand-new rookies, the opening challenges and eliminations, our first impressions of the three teams, this season’s ruthless new format and the alliances already beginning to take shape.Is the return of Cutthroat everything we hoped it would be? If you enjoy the show, follow us on Instagram (@ChallengeReact) and continue the conversation about our favourite show, The Challenge!
- Jul 24, 20261h 25m
The Challenge: Roundtable Reacts...to Cutthroat Jr!!!
The Challenge returns on August 5th on Paramount+ for Season 42 with a ruthless new season - The Challenge: Cutthroat!With a new season of The Challenge comes a new season of The Challenge: Roundtable Reacts Podcast!This season sees 24 Challengers travel to Thailand, where they will be divided into three teams and pushed beyond their limits for a share of the $500,000 prize. With the winning team’s captain holding the power to decide how the money is divided, alliances will be tested, friendships will fracture and no one will be safe from the cutthroat gameplay!Join Levi, George, Brian, Lauren and Ryan as the Roundtable team reunites to preview the new season. We break down the cast, share our thoughts on the returning three team format, react to the official trailer and reveal our early predictions for the season ahead!Who has the strongest team? Which Challengers should we watch out for? And who do we think will walk away as the champion of The Challenge: Cutthroat?Watch or listen to our Season 42 preview, and don’t forget to follow us on Instagram (@ChallengeReact) to continue the conversation about our favourite show, The Challenge!
About The Challenge: Roundtable Reacts
Welcome to The Challenge: Roundtable Reacts podcast. A podcast for fans of MTV's hit show The Challenge.Join the Roundtable team of Levi, George, Brian, Lauren and Ryan as we react to each episode of The Challenge.
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