MIKE LEWIS PODCAST: Recent Episodes
Mike Lewis
Mike Lewis Podcast is a pop culture podcast with the stars of MTV's The Challenge, MTV's The Real World, Nickelodeon actors, among other things. Mike conducts interviews diving head first into said guests time in their respective fields, their upbringings, as well as the mental health aspect of things that comes with being in the public eye. Your main source for unfiltered, uncut thoughts and conversations from cast members!
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Today I am joined by Stopbeingpolite.com blog writer, Mike as we discuss the rumored season 5 cast of the Challenge All Stars 5. We talk about the possible Rivals pairs and more
I am joined by @wendy_challenge as we discuss how he got into being a fan, genesis for his instagram page, problems that exist with present day Challenge, as well as this episode! #mtv #thechallenge #realitytv
Josh Green of The Challenge fanatics podcast joins me to discuss episode 5 of The Challenge All Stars 4. We discuss the Kam & Cara budding feud and more!
I am joined by Shuny Shaw as we discuss episode 4 of The Challenge All Stars 4. We discuss who has stood out, Cara vs Rachel, among other things.
Theo Bradley joins me to discuss how he feels about his time on MTV, not jumping on his elimination on Invasion, whether he wants to return, his football career, and more!
Judd Winick is my guest for episode #205. We discuss his time on Real World San Francisco, his career as an author and his cartoons, Pedro, how he and Pam came to be, and more!
Darrell joins me for a quick interview. We discuss his mercenary appearance on The Challenge 39, wanting to get his 5th win, the Brad altercation, and more!
Ravyn Rochelle joins me for episode 203. We discuss her background and upbringing, being an actress, how she met Johnny MiddleBrooks, why last season's heartbreak drove her fitness, how she mended fences with Nurys, the Bronze line, and we discuss her and Melissa's confrontation from this past episode.
Derek Chavez is my guest cohost to recap episode 8 of The Challenge Battle for a New Champion
Callum fresh off his elimination from The Challenge 39 joins me to talk about how he got on TV, Boxing, Peak of Love, being called into elimination by Devin, and the Michele relationship
Paulie Calafiore returns to the podcast to discuss his return on The Challenge USA, whether we almost saw him on Ride or Dies with Cara Maria, his thoughts on 39, why he would've stolen the money from Natalie and more!
Beth Stolarczyk joins me for episode 200. Beth has no doubt had a lasting imprint on the Challenge/Real World franchise. Making her debut on season 2 of the Real World Los Angeles, shes seen it all. She talks to me about being a newly minted podcaster, her upbringing, what led her to auditioning for the Real World, her thoughts on how her Homecoming season was, being labled a "villain" and whether she truly feels she's a villain or not, and she discusses some of her conflicts on the show, and more!
Nikki Sin joins me to recap and breakdown episode 6 "The Big Mistake" for The Challenge Battle for a New Champion. We discuss who certain cast members remind us of, thoughts on the mercenary twist, Melissa and Nurys confrontation, and more!
Asaf Goren joins me to discuss his time on the season thus far, why he felt right to return now, his time spent on total madness, Corey's blindside, why he wanted Ciarran in elimination, more!
Ciarran joins me fresh off his elimination from The Challenge Battle for a New Champion to discuss why this early elimination stings, his elimination with Jordan and what wasnt seen, his relationship with Ravyn, and why he felt blindsided by Asaf, and more!
I am joined by Lauren Blair Donovan as we breakdown and discuss episode 5 of The Challenge 39.
Hughie Maughan joins me for episode 197. We discuss his recent elimination, upbringing, comments made by his castmates and much more!
Melissa Reeves joins me for episode 196. We discuss her return, latest drama on episodes, her new podcast with Big T and more
Brooke Labarbera returns for episode 195. We discuss her career as a therapist, how she felt she was depicted on TV, her conflicts with her roommates, the aftermath of the show, and if she'd consider doing a Challenge All Stars season!
Chauncey Palmer stops by for a quick chat straight off his exit from The Challenge. We discuss what dad life has looked like for him, what went wrong with Jay, his deliberation speech that went wrong and more!
Today I am joined by Blair Donovan as we speak about episode 2 of #thechallenge season 39.
Jessica Brody is my guest for episode 193. Fresh off her exit from #TheChallenge 39, we discuss her deliberation speech and what we didn't see that led to her untimely exit from the show. She discusses her upbringing, how she got on The Bachelorette Australia, being a Challenge super fan, how Theo Von made her a fan, dynamic with Ciarran heading into the season, and more!
Today I am joined by Blair Donovan as we speak about episode 1 of #thechallenge season 39
Corey Lay is my guest for episode 192. we discuss his upcoming return for The Challenge Battle for a New Champion, why he wasn't on Ride or Dies, his coming out story, and more!
Brianna Taylor joins me for episode 191. We discuss her time on Real World Hollywood, her feelings on how the show played out, wanting to make a Challenge return, and so much more!
Big T joins me for episode 190. We discuss her return for the upcoming MTV's The Challenge season 39 "Battle for a new Champion", we talk what made her return, her time away in culinary school, her upbringing, Shipwrecked, and more!
I am joined by Justin Vopes for today's edition of Heel Heat Heaven. We discuss the heavily rumored CM Punk return to WWE, and we preview WWE Fastlane and give our predictions
Melinda Collins joins me for episode 189. We discuss her iconic Real World Austin season, relationship with Danny, her upbringing, All Stars 2, and much more!
Dave Sturchio of Chop Sports joins me to discuss all the most important topics in Wrestling right now such as The Rock, Dolph Ziggler getting released, Triple H creative, and he walks me through his wrestling journey.
Ariane Andrew joins me for épisode #188. Best known for her time as "Cameron" in WWE, Ariane and I discussed a wide selection of topics. We discuss the upcoming Pound Town Wrestling independent wrestling show event on October 12 and what inspired it, she walks me through her upbringing, encounter with Stone Cold Steve Austin on "Tough Enough", how she broke into WWE, dealing with trolls, her time on #thechallenge Champs vs Stars, and much more!
Today, I am joined by Jacob Elyachar to give thoughts and reactions to the current state of the Challenge franchise, reaction to the season 39 cast, and more!
Jacob Elyachar is the Chief Content Producer-Writer of the pop culture and entertainment news website jakes-take.com and the host of 'The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.'
His bylines have appeared in several media outlets, including Comic Book Resources, Enstars, Examiner.com, The Kansas City Jewish Chronicle, and Tech Times. Since 2012, Jacob has covered various Reality TV shows, notably American Idol, America's Got Talent, Big Brother, The Challenge, and The Masked Singer.
Jacob has sat down with hundreds of people across the media and entertainment worlds. Memorable interviews include Chapel Hart, Cristina Rae, Cyndi Lauper, Desmond Child, Dolly Parton, Elex Michaelson, Ethan Zohn, Howie Mandel, Jane Velez-Mitchell, Jay Starrett, Jeanick Fournier, Jon Brennan, Joss Mooney, Paulie Calafiore, Rachel Reilly Villegas, Rob Cesternino, Syrus Yarbrough, Tanya Tucker, Teck Holmes, Terry Fator, Trish Stratus, and the late Gordon Lightfoot.
In addition to his journalistic endeavors, he has helped nonprofit organizations tell their stories using social media.
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Mike and Tyrie remember Bray Wyatt, discuss rumored CM Punk and The Rock returns, give their thoughts on Payback and more!
Today, I revisit season 19 of THE Challenge, Fresh Meat 2. This season saw the height of the greatest rivalry in the history of the franchise involving Kenny and Wes. This season also introduced us to cast members who would go on to be main figure points in the show's history for the next 5-10 years in Cara Maria, Laurel, and Theresa. We saw unique daily challenges, fun house parties and one of the greatest physical feats in show history with Landon dominating the final. I look back on what I enjoyed about this season, what I'd have changed, and what the present day show should model their seasons after from this.
Tyrie and I do a late recap of summerslam and give our thoughts of the current stories and landscape of WWE heading into Payback.
Jason Zumwalt, best known for voicing Roman Bellic in the widely popular 'Grand Theft auto' video game franchise joins me for episode 187. We discuss his new role in voicing the intro for the 'around the NFL" podcast, his passions, acting journey, voicing Roman Bellic, the iconic "Niko let's go bowling" line and more!
Katelyn Cusanelli joins me for episode 186. We discuss what she's up to, how she got on Real World, her time in Brooklyn, being an activist, being the first MTV transgender cast member, relationship with Sarah, her recent tweet towards Johnny Bananas, her time on Fresh Meat 2 and Rivals 1 and why she's been blacklisted.
Ken Anderson (Mr Kennedy) joins me for episode 185. We discuss how his love for wrestling started, his wrestling school, Money in the bank situation, Kennedy gimmick inception, what went wrong in WWE run, LA Knight comparison and more! #laknight #wwe
Sam Vincent joins me for episode 184. Sam voiced Double D in the hit Cartoon Network show "Ed Edd n Eddy". He discusses his acting journey, time on Ed Edd n Eddy, and what he's up to today
Lisa Marie Varon best known for her time in WWE as "Victoria" and TNA as "Tara" joins me for episode #183 to discuss her legendary career. We talk about how Chyna got her into wrestling, her original theme songs, her heel character, hair vs hair match at Wrestlemania 20 vs Molly Holly, having to re do a match with Michelle McCool, the divas era shift, if she thinks about the Hall of Fame, and her 2021 Royal Rumble return.
Santino Marella (Anthony Carelli) joins me for Episode #182 to talk about his life as a dad, Impact wrestling, how he got into wrestling, finding out he was winning the Intercontinental title in his debut, the cobra finisher, nearly winning the Royal Rumble and Elimination Chamber, and more! #wwe #moneyinthebank #mondaynightraw #fridaynightsmackdown #santinomarella
WWE Womens Icon Melina Perez joins me for episode 181. We discuss how she got into wrestling, her run in MNM, in ring psychology, being misunderstood by her peers, Night of Champions 2009 match with Michelle McCool, Royal Rumble 2022 return, and if she was contacted for this year's hall of fame, and more!
Tyrie and I recap WWE Night of Champions and preview Money in the bank, as well as discuss the latest news in WWE TV.
Kellyanne Judd returns to the pod and joins me for Episode 180. We discuss her prominent role on The Challenge World Championship, what went down with her and Jonna, Johnny Bananas, Kendal friendship, Yoga, The ruins, and she opens up about her high school trauma, more!
Host of FS1's show "Speak" Joy Taylor joins me. She reacts to the Heat's game 7 win over the Celtics, what led her on her career path, advice to younger self, social media negativity, and her thoughts on the New York Jets hype, and more! #FS1 #joytaylor #miamiheat #nba #game7
Aneesa joins me for episode 178. We discuss her transition into podcasting, the evolution of the show, and whether she likes the shift, being a trailblazer, Diem, whether she wants to get her Challenge win, Cara Gauntlet 2 fight, and more! #thechallenge #mtv #thechallengeallstars #thechallengeusa
Tyrie Ballard and I are back again! This time we're recapping WWE Backlash and giving our predictions for the World Heavyweight Title tournament.
Emily Schromm joins me for episode #177. We discuss her upbringing, how she got onto Real World DC, relationship with Ty, the black face incident on Exes 1, Rivals 2 win, almost appearing on season 38 and more! #thechallenge #mtv #realitytv
Celeste Bonin, best known as Kaitlyn in her time with WWE joins me for episode #176. She talks to me about her bouts with depression, her current path as a life coach, the trials and tribulations mentally and physically during the tail end of her WWE run, winning the Divas title, her feud with AJ Lee, Divas era, cancelled Cody Rhodes storyline, and a possible Royal Rumble return! #wwe #codyrhodes #ajlee #totaldivas #prowrestling
Veronica Portillo joins me for a very special 3 year anniversary episode of the show. We talk about whether she considers herself the female face of the show, being a pioneer, her time as a student, Semester at Sea, Julie harness moment, being a producer for Jersey Shore, her All Stars 3 injury, and what made her return for Dirty 30 and more! #thechallenge #mtv #jerseyshorefamilyvacation #jerseyshore #thechallenge38 #thechallengeallstars
Jon Holmes joins me for episode #174. Jon appeared on #Roadrules Northern Trail, and since then has dipped into the world of gaming. He walks me through his life, getting casted for Road Rules, his fondest memories, and if there's been talks of a possible #THEChallenge All Stars appearance.
Tyrie Ballard and I recap Wrestlemania week & the fallout from this past week's Pro Wrestling news in the inaugural wrestling episode of the Podcast
Jason Cornwell joins me for episode #173. From cast member turned casting director, Jason Cornwell details how he transitioned from one of the 7 strangers in Boston to then casting Real World Hawaii two seasons later. He walks me through his career, time in Boston, and a Real World Boston Homecoming!
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Stephen Fishbach joins me for episode #172. We discuss Survivor's evolution, the polarizing season that was Survivor "Tocantins", his first encounters with Coach Wade, and what it would take for him to make a return!
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Megan Fahlenbock best known for voicing Gwen in Cartoon Network's Total Drama Island joins me. We discuss her upbringing, playing Gwen, Total Drama Island's success, and more!
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Laterrian Wallace is my guest for episode 170. We discuss if he envisions another comeback, his pole wrestle. philosophy, if he'd appear on the flagship series, and more!
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John Jacobs is my guest for episode #169. John Made his debut on the inaugural season of MTV's ARE YOU THE ONE?. We discuss getting onto that show, making his debut on The Challenge Exes 2, which experience he enjoyed more, Simone, eating elimination, his experience being catfished and if he was ever offered to come back and more!
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Yes Duffy is my guest for episode #168. We discuss his recent VMA's trip, returning for All Stars, Veronica, semester at sea Road Rules, and rivalry with Wes and more!
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JP Andrade joins me for episode #167. JP was one of the prospects on War of the World's 1. He talks to me about how he got on the show, his prior knowledge, why he chose Natalie, and what really went down in the elimination with CT and more!
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Sugar Kiper joins me for episode #166. We discuss her time as an actress, Marylin Monroe inspiration, her time in Exile, Corrine's Jury Speech, Randy, mental health bouts post show, what didn't make air from Heroes vs Villains and more!
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Bob Crowley won Survivor Gabon, and rode off into the sunset, however if it's up to him he'd still be playing the game. We discuss his casting story, almost being on Heroes vs Villains, creating a fake immunity idol and more! #SURVIVOR #CBS
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Marcus Lehman joins the show for episode #165. We discuss how he got on survivor, life as a Doctor, his time on Survivor, how the Onion Alliance crumbled, and what led to his exit and more! #SURVIVOR #CBS
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Jodi Weatherton makes her return to the show. Jodi made a triumphant return on Challenge All Stars 2, dominating but falling just short of the final. She walks me through how her experience was coming back, and her and I give our thoughts on All Stars 3!
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Drew Nelson who is best known for his voice animation of Duncan in the wildly popular, Total Drama Island series joins me for episode #162. We discuss his upbringing, how he landed the Duncan role, and the lasting impact Total Drama has had on viewers!
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Justin and Artis is widely considered the most memorable and infamous Catfish episode of all time. Today we pick the brain of the Catfish himself, Justin. We discuss the casting process, his trials and tribulations in life, him landing on a GIF and much more!
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Danny Roberts joins me for episode #160. We discuss his season of Real World Homecoming, why the notoriety in 2000 wasn't all it was made out to be, his HIV story being edited out of Homecoming, Julie and more!
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Norman Korpi joins me for episode #159. We discuss what he's up to today, his time on Real World and being the first openly gay person on reality TV, Homecoming, Battle of the Seasons, Gauntlet 1 final and more
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Coach Wade otherwise known as the Dragon Slayer is my guest for episode #158. We discuss his time as a soccer coach and how the Coach name has. stuck, his time on Survivor, exile, if he'd return, Tyson, Russell, more!
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Mike Lambert is my guest for episode #157. We discuss where he's been, what made him step away after Battle of the Seasons, the status of a Real World Miami Homecoming, his casting story, Melissa, his memories of Miami and more!
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Zach Mann joins me for episode #156. We discuss his life as a film producer, his best memories of Real World Key West, his casting story, when he last heard from Svetlana, getting his head shaved on Gauntlet 3, the status of a Key West Homecoming, and more!
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Ryan Ulrich of Survivor 35: Heroes v Hustlers v Healers joins me for episode #155. Ryan and I are actually related so we spoke about that, what he's up to today, his post show experience and how it was negative for him, how he got casted, the fire twist, Ben, more! #SURVIVOR #CBS
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Quinton Aaron, best known for his role as Big Mike in The Blind Side joins Mike Lewis for an exclusive interview. He discusses his move to Nashville to create music, his weight loss transformation, new Wedding Pact 2 film, how he got casted for Blind Side, Sandra Bullock, and more!
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Genesis Moss joins me for Episode #153. We discuss the climate in 1997 with the gay community and how she was received, her coming out story, Real World Boston, if she'd do a Challenge All Stars and more!
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Joe Patane of Real World Miami joins me for episode #152. We talk about the status of a Real World Miami Homecoming, his time in Miami originally and the cause and effect it had on him, his 'life of Joe' book on his Real World time, his relationship on the show, and his casting story, and more!
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Jose Tapia is my guest for episode #151. Jose went off the grid for a while after his Real World Stint and he walks me through why that was. We talk about why he's considered resurfacing, what his life has been like, how he got on Key West, Bananas, Svetlana, if he'd do a homecoming and more!
Sarah Burke joins me for episode #150. She walks me through why she decided to go in a more private route when her time on Real World ended, how her post show experience and reception was, her dynamics with roommates MJ and Melanie, why she didn't do a Challenge, if she'd do a Real World Philadelphia homecoming and more!
Christina LeBlanc is my guest for episode #149. We talk about what prompted her to pack up her reality show experience for a while, what really went down with Tony on Bloodlines, her Are you The one experience, why she stepped away after Rivals 3, and when she was last called!
Nia Moore returns to my show to discuss episode 6, her recent Tostitos commercial, and we tease another bigger interview between us for later on in the season.
Chris "Swaggy C" Williams is my guest for episode 148. Swaggy walks me through his preparation of being a newly soon to be dad, why he abruptly retired from Reality TV at age 26, his experience on Total Madness, the Dee situation, day trading, and when he knew Bayleigh was the one for him, and more!
Cara Kahn joins me for episode #147. Cara walks me through what she's been up to, her time on Real World, dynamic with Tonya, how she felt about her portrayal, 9/11 occurring during her season, and more!
Tokyo Parker joins me for episode #146. He walks me through his transformation from David to Tokyo, why he doesn't watch his seasons, what caused him to step away after the Gauntlet 1, the inception of Come on Be my baby tonight, and more!
Syrus Yarbrough joins me for episode 145. He walks me through his crazy 2022 thus far including his fitness transformation. He walks me through his childhood and upbringing, who he rubbed elbows with in his career, Real World Boston, Gauntlet 2, and more!
Mark Long joins me for episode #144. Mark dives into his projects over the past couple of years and what is coming next, if he and Fessy will ever get into the boxing ring, how he got on Road Rules, Landon, Gauntlet 2, Exes elimination with Bananas, and more!
Roni Chance joins me for Episode #143. Roni details what it is like returning for All Stars after being away from TV since her last season, The Gauntlet, what led her to returning, motherhood, getting taken from her high school prom straight onto Road Rules Northern Trail, her experiences there and much more!
Jonna Mannion joins me for episode #142. Jonna walks me through being back on All Stars, her journey and debuting on Reality TV when she was 13 for the show, "Endurance". Her Real World Process, almost debuting on Fresh Meat 2, Rivals 1 elimination vs Sarah, and more!
Cara Maria and Paulie join me for episode #141. Paulie and Cara discuss their futures with the show, 4 years of meeting since Final Reckoning, their thoughts on the state of the show and more!
MJ Garrett joins me for Episode #140. We dive into the surreal feeling of entering a back to back All Star season as a defending champ after going off the grid for a while. We talk about why he walked away, his near NFL tryout, his time on Real World Philadelphia, Karamo, Landon, what really happened with the Gauntlet 2 final, his upcoming return on All Stars 3 and more!
Cynthia Roberts joins me for episode #139. She walks me through how surreal it feels returning for All Stars 3 and the contrasts between doing reality shows in 2022 vs 1996 when she made her Real World: Miami debut. She walks me through her backstory, how she got casted, her Cynsational parties business, whether she considers herself a true challenge champ, memories from the original Challenge and Battle of the Sexes 2 and more!
Nia Moore joins me for episode 138. Nia stepped away from The Challenge scene at the conclusion of her last Show Battle of the Exes 2 7 years ago. She walks me through why that was, and what led to her surprise return in the upcoming Challenge All Stars 3. She walks me through getting onto Real World Portland, the conflicts with the roommates and that huge brawl with Johnny/Averey, her intense elimination on Free Agents with Cara Maria, Battle of Exes 2 and more!
Dan Walsh stops by for Episode #137. Dan talks me through how his life has shifted from Covid in the comedy realm and how him and fellow cast member Abram Boise picked up their own podcast together called "Dan and Abram vs Life", He walks me through his bouts with alcohol prior and during The Challenge season, "The Island" and how traumatic an experience it was for him, he details his showmance with Robin on the show and what we didn't see, his memories of Cutthroat and funny stories, when he was last called, and him backing out of Duel 2 being the catalyst for the biggest fight in show history.
Jamie Murray joins me for Episode #136. Jamie makes his return April 20th for a homecoming with his fellow roommates In New Orleans, he details what went into the decision process and lead up to it. We talk about how feels his story was showcased the first time around, if he feels he really got to know the roommates, his Gauntlet 2 portrayal and more!
David Edwards stops by for episode #135. David exited his Real World Homecoming season, Brad ut is breaking his silence to talk about what factors contributed to that, the real behind the scenes of some of the drama with his Roommates, his feelings on his dynamics with Tami and rest of roommates, how he originally got on his first show, comedy career and more!
Brad Fiorenza from The Challenge joins the show for episode #134. Brad walks me through how he got onto The Real World San Diego, his memories from that show, Robin, the Duel 2 elimination with Landon, the Ruins fight with Darrell, his feelings on how Gauntlet 3 finale & Big Easy situation went down, and much more!
Julie Stoffer stepped out of the limelight for a bit of time after her last Challenge The Gauntlet 2, but she's making her return on April 20th for Real World New Orleans Homecoming. She stops by the show to talk about what made her step away initially, why she no longer is apart of the Mormon church and the ripple effect the Real World had on her religion, the infamous Veronica harness scene, and other dynamics of hers from her time on TV.
Real World Miami's Flora joins me for Episode #132. Flora's been away from the limelight for a bit so she walks me through what she's been up to, how often she thinks back to her season, whether she'd do a homecoming, the infamous window scene, her friendship with Beth Stolarcyzk and why she feels she's so misunderstood and more!
The Real World's Eric Nies stops by for episode #131. Eric walks me through how he feels about Covid 19 keeping him off his homecoming season, his cameo on LA's homecoming and what didn't make air, his challenge memories, his biggest career regret, personal hardships and why we've yet to see him on a Challenge All Stars!
Adam Larson joins Mike Lewis for episode #130. Adam was last seen on Road Rules Viewers Revenge. He walks me through where life took him following that show and where he's been since the last people have heard from him. He walks me through how he got onto Road Rules The Quest and his memories of his season, why the Challenges din't meet expectations for him, his Gauntlet 2 elimination with Derrick, if he was Called for All Stars, and what went down in the Abram confrontation from Road Rules Viewers Revenge!
Melissa Beck joins host Mike Lewis for episode #129. Melissa will be making her return to TV on April 20th for Real World New Orleans Homecoming. She details what went into making the decision to return, what made her original season stand out so much, her casting story, if she was called for All Stars, her podcast, and more!
Imperfect Strangers Podcast, by Melissa Beck and her co-host Amanda Strong is a weekly chat available every Friday anywhere you listen to podcasts and even here on YouTube. It's two strangers getting to know each other the old-fashioned way -- over the phone. And if you wanna understand why Melissa was impressed that I wash my legs, you can listen to You're Showering Too Much to get the gist.
Scott Herman joins host Mike Lewis for episode #128. Scott made his first and only MTV appearance on The Real World: Brooklyn and has since become a pioneer in the Youtube fitness realm. We talk about why he never did a Challenge but why he'd be open to doing one now, his memories of his Brooklyn season and whether they still keep touch and his thoughts on the The Challenge now, and more!
The Real World Homecoming Los Angeles' Jon and Irene return to the show for episode #127 to chat with host Mike Lewis. We talk about how they feel the perception of the show was received, what they liked and didn't like about the portrayal, their relationship with fellow cast member David Edwards post show, what it was like living with Tami Roman, and what didn't make air, and more!
Road Rules’ Kefla Hare joins me for episode #126. It's been two decades since we've last seen Kefla Hare but he walks me through what he's been up to, why he stepped away, getting called recently to do A Challenge and why it didn't come to fruition, his friendship with Susie, where Piggy is, the basketball game against Kobe Bryant, and getting to meet Hugh Hefner and more! #MTV #ROADRULES #THECHALLENGE
The Real World's Jo Rhodes joins me for Episode #125. Nobody has heard from her since that fateful 2005 night on the Island of Tobago for the Gauntlet 2, the big question is: Why did Jo leave The Gauntlet 2? She stops by to talk to me about what she’s been up to, how often she reminisces back to that time period of The Challenge, how she landed on The Real World: San Francisco, what it was like to be a replacement for Puck, and what really happened that night In Tobago.
The Real World Cancun and The Challenge vet Emilee Fitzpatrick stops by for episode #124. Emilee and I talk about her recent Instagram story defending Jemmye Carroll in a twitter spat and what prompted her to do so, we talk about whether there's a common standard with women on the shows, her time on The Real World Cancun, almost getting onto Paramount+ The Challenge All Stars 2, why her Free Agents edit wasn't the best and more!
Jemmye Carroll is my guest today. Jemmye talks to me about where her phobia of ketchup originates, her ventures in content creation, her original season of New Orleans, where the disconnect between the house and Ryan Leslie was, Knight, a potential homecoming, what made Rivals 2 her favorite season, the Kayleigh suitcase saga from Vendettas, her thoughts on the inconsistencies between men and women on the show, where her beef with Zach started, and what prompted the Tori Patreon video, and more! #MTV #CHALLENGEMTV #REALWORLD
Thomas Buell joins me today to talk about his recent engagement, getting recently called for the Challenge, the unaired Simone altercation from Exes 2, what really went down with his girlfriend upon leaving Rivals 3, The Cara/Abe saga and more! #MTV #THECHALLENGEMTV
Wes stops by the show for episode #121. Wes is launching a new show that drops today called "The Box" he explains the concept and what prompted him to do the project. We discuss his season of Real World Austin and a potential homecoming season, what he and CT did to train for the Rivals 2 final, if he felt screwed on Exes 2 and much more!
Beth Anthony joins me to talk about Real World Homecoming. We talk about how she felt returning, how she originally got casted, what didn't make air on homecoming, her relationship with David, and so much more!
Steve Meinke drops by the show to detail what made him return after an 18 year layoff, what caused him to step away initially after Gauntlet 1, his feelings on Derrick's outfit, his thought process in nominating Ayanna against Katie, and his Teck elimination and more! A part 2 with his casting story + Casting special will come soon!
Cohutta Grindstaff joins me for episode #118. Cohutta discusses what stepping back into the Challenge world is like, how his All Stars stint came to be, which of his close friends was supposed to be joining him, his time on Sydney, if he feels they can pull off a Homecoming season, who he’d prefer being partners with on Exes between KellyAnne & Nany, and what being on the Ruins with Wes was like and more!
Tina Barta joins me to recap episode 5 of the Challenge All Stars. She walks me through her decision to leave, her rivalry on the season with Jodi, if she felt on the outskirts from the house, the tea on the ‘green tea’ and much more!
Montana McGlynn joins me for episode #117. Montana made her reality TV debut on the hit show "Real World Boston." She talks to me about how she got on the show, her feelings on how she was portrayed, if she'd do a homecoming, what led to her feud and eventual reconcile with Beth, and so much more!
Tara McDaniel joins me for episode #116. Tara made her debut on Road Rules Northern Trail, before competing on Battle of the Seasons 2002. She walks me through her social media reinvigoration and why she didn't return after Battle of the seasons, her showman's with Dan and the Mix, if she saw Miz stardom coming, if she'd do All Stars and more!
Kendal Sheppard is my guest today to recap episode 4 of The Challenge All Stars season 2. This episode saw a lot of big moves made, we talk Casey's big win and big move in the game, where Kendal lays on the politic side of things, what wasn't shown from this episode, and much more!
Ryan Kehoe joins me for episode #115. Ryan made his return to The Challenge All Stars this season after being an Alternate for season 1. He walks me through what made him want to return, what caused him to initially step away, how he initially got casted, his relationship with Shane, his time on the Island and more!
Ayanna Mackins joins me to recap episode 3 of The Challenge All Stars. Ayanna walks me through the daily challenge, her perspective on "glitter gate", what went into her nomination choice, and much more!
Fresh Meat 2 Champion, Carley Johnson joins me to breakdown episode 2 of the Challenge All Stars season 2. We dive into the emotional roller coaster that saw both tragedy and a tremendous amount of empowerment and sportsmanship. We debate if Derrick and Jodi made the right move, if Nehemiah's plea was legit, the Elimination and everything in between.
Tyler Duckworth joins me for Episode #114. Tyler makes his triumphant return to All Stars and walks me through how it. came to be. He details why he never returned after winning back to back seasons on Cutthroat and Rivals 1, and which seasons he almost ended up on. He walks me through the CT backpack elimination, how he got sick and still won the Rivals 1 final, his Key West Real World, and tons more, that you'' just have to watch for yourself!
Jon "Cowboy" Brennan joins me for episode #113. We talk about how surreal it feels to reunite with his LA cast for homecoming, how the show benefitted or hurt his music career, volunteering himself for the Inferno 2 in Miz' place, his thoughts on the current state of the Challenge, if he was called for All Stars, and more!
Irene Suttner joins me for Episode #112. Irene and I chat in lead up to Real World Homecoming what it is like to return after all these years, what it was like getting married on TV, being a corrections officer, if she feels Beth is misunderstood, if she'd do a Challenge, and more!
Casey Cooper was my guest for episode #111. Casey dove into why she stepped away and went off the grid for a while after her last appearance on the Ruins. She details why the Ruins left more for her to be desired in wanting to come back for All Stars, we also talk about the elimination theory from that season, how she got on Fresh Meat, what it was like working with Wes, almost being on Battle of the Exes 1, and funny memories and moments from the Fresh Meat reunion and more!
Ayanna Mackins stops by for episode 110. Ayanna has been out of the limelight for a very long time. She talks to me about why she stepped away and the hardships she faced while away. What her driving force for coming back was, how she landed out at Sea for a Semester on Road Rules, if Veronica really stole her paper, and her iconic elimination speech on Battle of the Sexes 2!
Janelle Casanave joins me for Episode 109. Janelle stepped out of the spotlight for a while after her last Challenge, The Gauntlet 3. She talks to me about why she stepped away, and what made her want to return to All Stars. We talk about her famous Real World Key West season, and if she saw Bananas stardom coming, her dynamic with Svetlana and when they last spoke, and why we really didn't get a Team key West on Battle of seasons 2012. She talks about being the most recent woman of color to win A challenge on Inferno 3 and what changed on Gauntlet 3 and much more!
Teck Money Holmes joins me for Episode #108. Fresh off the announcement of season 2 of The CHALLENGE All Stars, Teck stops by to talk to me about what he did differently this time to prepare after competing on season 1, we dive into his time on Real World Hawaii, his time in the entertainment scene, his relationship with Red Oyster, what really went down in his Nehemiah elimination, the status of a Real World Hawaii homecoming and more!
Shane Raines joins me for episode 107. It's no secret who Shane's brother Tony is amongst The Challenge fandom. They made their debut together on Battle of The Bloodlines, where they had an infamous fight on episode one. We talk about their fight, if he feels they should've been kicked off, if he was surprised he was given a call back, the Simone fight and what really happened, and if he feels blacklisted by MTV, and more!
Nate Siebenmark joins me for Episode 106. Nate made his debut on Are you the One season 2. He showed a bit of an emotional side on that show and dives into why that was, his dynamics with Brandon and Christina on that show, how the Challenge transition was, not jumping from the plane, his big upset elimination win over Cory and Ashley, why we haven't seen him back, what really happened with him and Nicole, and whether he'd come back!
Tyrie Ballard joins me for episode #105. We talk about his new opportunities in recent movies, why he's had a sudden change of heart for Challenge All Stars,,the Davis incident from his Real World season, Jasmine, unaired Gauntlet 3 fight with Kenny, and wanting to box Fessy, amongst much more!
Britni joins me for episode #104! She's been out of the Challenge limelight for quite a bit since her last appearance on Final Reckoning after making three consecutive appearances. We talk about what she's been up to, her new tight knit friendship with Cara and Paulie and how that formed, how she got on Are you the One, almost debuting on Rivals 3 with Hunter as her partner, the burn vote on Leroy, Brad, Chuck, her stance on Da'vonne and when she was last called and a ton more!
Sophia Pasquis stops by to talk about her time on Road Rules the Quest. We talk about her coming out on TV, the casting special, what she enjoyed about Road Rules more than the Challenge, her thoughts on the Sexes 2 final, being an Alternate and quarantining for Season 1 of All Stars, more!
Leah Gillingwater joins me for episode 102, to walk down memory lane of her time on TV. We walk down how she got on RW Paris, why it was difficult for her post show, what led to her clashing with CT, and thoughts on CT's evolution today, friendship with Coral, showmance with Darrell, elimination with Kendal, if she'd be open to a Real World Paris homecoming and more!
Tina Barta stops by for Episode #101. We talk about why she's absent from social media and the death of her close friend playing a part. We talk about her being misunderstood on the shows and the "Mean girl rep", her Fresh meat partnership with Kenny, elimination with Theresa on Cutthroat, and her rivalry and infamous Duel punch with Beth and where she stands today, and why we didn't see her on All Stars 1 & more!
Jisela joins me for Episode 100. We dive into many topics ranging from her beef with Coral explanation, her time in playboy, what led Jo to leave Gauntlet 2, Gauntlet 2 debacle, her Rivalry with Kendal, falling out with Aneesa, thoughts on the Main show, if she was called for 37, how far into recovery process she is, and more!
Rachel Robinson joins me for episode 99. We dive into this crazy last year its been, her road Rules process, clashing with Johnny bananas, how the direction of the show changed on the Island, thoughts on Aneesa-Veronica on Dirty 30, when she was last called and what it would take for her to come back and more!
Sarah Rice joins me today for episode 98. We dive into her new endeavors as a therapist and her experiences with the show prompting her to do so, we jump into her Rea World Brooklyn season, What went wrong in the Cutthroat Final, having Jordan as a partner, her Rivalry and Money stealing moment with Bananas and where she stands today, how often she's still called and if she'd return to All Stars or a main show and more!
Trishelle Cannatella joins me today for episode 97. Her and I dove into her time on All Stars and how much of a whirlwind it was for her. We speak on her times on Vegas, her early challenge seasons, what led to her clashing with Coral, if Alton threw the elimination on BOTS 2012 and if Vegas would've won, Dustin, why wasn't at the All Stars reunion, if she'll be on a second All Stars, and the status of her relationship with Katie, and so much more that can't fit this description! A Gem of a conversation, enjoy
A true Blast from the past here as Belou Den Tex joins me for episode #96! Belou's last tv appearance was on Battle of the Seasons 2002, with her original show being Road Rules: Europe in 1997. We jump back down the rabbit hole to hear about what she's up to, how her start on Road Rules came to be, what really happened with the butter knife incident with Antoine, and that time she brought her 8 month old baby with her on the show! Enjoy!
Violetta Milerman returns to the podcast to talk about her recent movement of the pitched idea of a fan vote for season 38 of The Challenge, we dive further into her season of Real World in what we didn't cover the first time around, and more!
Arissa Hill stops by to chat it up about her Cannabis business endeavors (High from the hill.com), her time on Vegas, why she stepped away after Sexes 2, almost being on BOTS 2012, what led to her departure on All Stars, thoughts on TJ's comments, and more!
Marie stops by for episode 93 to talk about her time on TV. We dive into why she no longer uses twitter and personal health problems she dealt with in the last year, she discusses her edit, Cara Maria, if we may see her on All Stars, and more!
Anthony Bartolotte made his debut on Are You the One season 2. He stops by to talk about how he got on the show, his experience and favorite moments from it. We talk about who he keeps up with, his time on Invasion, Marie, his time on Ex on the beach, turning down Double Agents and more!
Katrina Stack stops by to talk about her season of Real World. We talk about her fast tracked casting process, her's and Anna's relationship and current standing, the Peter altercations, Challenge close calls, getting called for WWE, and more!
Nathaniel Blackburn stops by to discuss his very popular Real World Seattle season. We talk about him knowing and befriending CT, his and David Burns long history and them trying out for the show, the infamous slap incident between roommates Stephen & Irene, his bouts with addiction, Coral's spider bite on Gauntlet, if he was called for All Stars, and the current state of a Real World Seattle Homecoming, and much more!
Jennifer Geoghen from Real World Bad Blood joins me today for Episode 87. Jenn and I discuss living 10 mins from each other LOL, her long casting process with getting onto the show, her Relationship with Peter and conflicts in the house, what wasn't shown, why she declined the Challenge, and who she still keeps up with!
Brynn stops by to talk about the iconic Real World Las Vegas season. We talk about how she almost was on RW: Chicago, her dynamic with housemates, the infamous hot tub and fork Scenes, why she's never watched her season, why she wasn't on a Challenge, and if she was contracted for a Vegas homecoming!
Anna Stack was one of twin sisters with her sister Katrina of their season of Real World Bad Blood. She stopped by to walk me through hers and Katrina's history and current relationship. She talked about how the show took a toll on her mentally. She dove into the conflicts with Peter and the infamous "Google Search" that led to the blowup with Jenn. She talks almost getting onto Vendettas with Katrina, social media tiffs with Cara Maria and Jemmye, her connection to Marie and Abram.
Jessica Mccain now known as Jessica France stops by to talk about getting married, her time on Portland, clashes with roommates, time on the Challenge, Johnny Reilly Rivals 3 treatment, why she stepped away, getting called for All Stars, if she'd be open to a Real World Portland homecoming, and more!
Anastasia joins me today to talk about her experiences on MTV. Anastasia has layed low for a bit of time since we last saw her, but she joined me today to talk about what caused her to step away, her time on both Real World Portland and The Challenge Rivals 2, and everything that wasn't seen. She talks to me about her bouts with mental health post show and what she's up to today
Paulie Calafiore is arguably one of the top 3 most polarizing figures in show history! He joins me today to talk about what makes him so polarizing, his feuds on the shows, almost debuting on Vendettas, his in depth time on Final Reckoning, Kyle feud, thoughts on other Big Brother contestants crossovers, what really happened at the time of Total madness and if we'll see him back! A lot to unpack here but one for the books nonetheless!
Anika Rashaun joins me today for episode 83 of the Podcast. We dive into her new ventures as an entrepreneurial life coach/match maker, she talks her casting process and the Bad Blood theme tying into it. She talks about everything that wasn't shown from her season, her thoughts on the twist, her elimination with Jenna conspiracy, who she liked and didn't like! Anika was great here,
THROWBACK EPISODE Had the pleasure of speaking with former Real World Hollywood and Challenger and singer Brianna Taylor on her thoughts about fellow ex-Challengers, her relationships with them, what she has been up to since reality TV, and she shares very inspiring messages along the way. This is a can't miss podcast!
Eric Patrick of Real World New Orleans joins me for Episode 81 to catch up and dive back into the Real World. We talk about his career as a comedian in Sydney and his casting story for Real World, thoughts on New Orleans, his "showmance" with Sahar, dynamics with Knight and Ryan, his thoughts on the roommates remarks at the reunion, what we didn't see, why we didn't see him on a Challenge, and thoughts on a potential Real World NOLA homecoming.
Jack Salvatore Jr, otherwise known as Mark Del Figgalo from Zoey 101 joins me for a chat. We touch base on how acting came about for him, when he stepped away, his casting process for Zoey 101, the Mark Del Figgalo for president meme, his inclination to a reboot, as well as other fun stories upon stories!
Greg Halstead of Real World Hollywood stops by the show for Episode #80. Greg was a very polarizing figure at the time of his real world, being the first ever cast member to be voted onto a season, otherwise known as "The Chosen One". Today we talk about how his process was somewhat of a trap, his clashing with roommate Will, his pranks on the roommates, what led to him getting kicked off and avoiding the reunion, getting cut from The Challenge theory, more!
Ryan Leslie was a very pivotal figure on his Real World Season. He stopped by the show today to talk about where he's been, how he landed in New Orleans, why he and his roommates clashed, Knight memories, why he wasn't on a Challenge, if he'd be open to a Real World homecoming season and more!
THROWBACK PODCAST EPISODE Isaac and I dive into various topics of his time on the show, behind scenes stuff, Landon elimination, and more. This is one you can't miss!
Davis Mallory stops by the show to join Host Mike Lewis for Episode 78. Davis talks about his new ventures as a musician and his song "Shirtless" being used on War of the Worlds 2, how he landed in Denver for Real World, what really went down in the CT fight, unaired Dunbar fight, Ryan, if he was called and would do All Stars, song he wrote for Diem among much more!
Ruthie Alcaide joins me on the show today to talk about her reinvigoration back into the Challenge World. Her thoughts on why All Stars is being perceived much better than the main show, why Duel 2 was her last, and what we didn't see from the Aneesa altercation, as well as unaired Nehemiah altercation and more!
THROWBACK PODCAST EPISODE Tyrie Ballard joins me to talk about his pre Real World roots, What landed him in Denver, if he feels Dunbar threw the elimination, more!
THROWBACK PODCAST EPISODE Vinny Foti from fresh Meat 2 joins me to talk about how he landed in whistler for Fresh Meat 2, Sarah, his near death heart failure experience from 2018, what went wrong in his big easy elimination, more!
THROWBACK PODCAST EPISODE was with Amo of Real World GO Big or GO Home and The Challenge Dirty 30. She talks about her new acting role in the Amazon Prime special "Stranger Hearts", we talk about why the Real World season wasn't great, Jordan elimination, and much more.
Kendal Sheppard joins me today to talk about her reinvigoration back into the Challenge world, what went down in the deliberation/trivia challenge, and much more! #CHALLENGEALLSTARS #MTVCHALLENGE
Special one here as Cooke and Cara Maria return to the show together for my 1 Year Anniversary episode to talk about Rivals 2, Cooke talks Quarantining for All Stars, and Much more! #CHALLENGEMTV #MTV #THECHALLENGE
Preston has been off the grid since Free Agents but I found him for today's episode. We look back and talk about how we was homeless the past few years after the show, his casting story, Ryan Leslie dynamic, Knight, Rivals 2, Cohutta elimination, and what he's been up to! #Challengemtv #CHALLENGEALLSTARS #MTV
Dustin Zito joins host Mike Lewis to recap episode 2 of Challenge all stars! #CHALLENGEALLSTARS #MTV #THECHALLENGE
Mike Manning joins host Mike Lewis today on the show for episode 73. Mike won a 2020 EMMY award, we spoke about that and his new roles in Days of our lives, Real World DC, his dynamic with Ty, Ty & Emily relationship, why we didn't see him on a challenge, LGBTQ movement. Such a fun & powerful episode!
t's a Cancun Invasion as Real World Cancun lady alums Ayiiia & Jasmine return to the show to chat with host Mike Lewis about Episode 1 of Challenge All Stars and break it down! #CHALLENGEALLSTARS #THEChALLENGEMTV #MTV
Adam King has been out of the game for 10 years since Rivals 1, but he stopped by the show to dip his head back into the Challenge world. We talked about a ton of juicy and pressing topics. We discuss his start on real World Paris, if he was contacted for Challenge ALL STARS, the Duel 2 blow up with CT and where he feels their disconnect was, if hew threw the rivals 1 elimination, Other theories as well! You don't want to miss this!
Alan Valdez's time on War of the Worlds 1 was cut very short due to an injury. He joins me to discuss his background, previous stint on Telemundo being the first non reality TV crossover to the 'Challenge', Josh replacing him, Jenna and Nany beef, and much more! Pleasant surprise!
Jasmine from Real World Cancun joins me for special #70. She was a remarkable guest. We talked and addressed a series of topics from Jonna, Battle of the seasons hall brawl, her Elimination with Laurel, the cancelled Rivals 2 elimination, why she turned down Exes 2, Theresa returning and more!
Robb is someone who's been out of the Challenge realm for a couple years, but he stopped by to chat it up with me about his time on TV. We talked about what landed him in the Virgin Islands in 2012, Marie, getting married in a pandemic, if he felt his elimination wins were thrown by the opposition (Alton, Dunbar), the infamous shirt rip during the plant fight, and why we didn't see him back among a vary of different topics. Very cool dude & underrated chat! #CHALLENGEMTV #MTV #DOUBLEAGENTS
A huge treat for episode #68 as Johanna Botta joins me! Johanna speaks candidly about what really went down with the Kenny/Wes situation, being Snooki's inspiration for getting onto reality TV, The Ruins, The Island, Her Kellyanne Dynamic, getting called For We Want OG's, and Danny among many more topics!
On the Heels of his exit from The Challenge, Lio Rush joins me to reflect on what led to that, his experience as a rookie, CT, Darrell wrestle, etc! #WWE #THECHALLENGE #DOUBLEAGENTS
Pete from Fresh Meat 2 returns to my show to reflect on The challenge for the first time in 10 years. He gives his thoughts on the evolution, Theresa and Darrell returning, 'mustard', how he'd fare, Fessy not volunteering, and much more! #THECHALLENGE #MTV #DOUBLEAGENTS
Averey returns to my podcast to breakdown the Challenge Double Agents Premiere with me. We cover everything top to bottom from setting and theme to politics, our what if conspiracy theories about the episode, Theresa-Nany, and more! #THECHALLENGE #MTV #DOUBLEAGENTS
Amber M upcoming Challenge Double Agents rookie joins me to talk about her upcoming debut and how that came about, are you the one and being a fan before, Ninja Natalie twitter beef, being a total madness alternate, and her Youtube Channel! Check this out! AMBER's YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaNy8SEgx98kmO3Rs74H2xA
I've got a great one here for episode #65 as Kellyanne joins me to talk The Island, Evelyn elimination/friendship, Wes relationship, Battle of seasons debacle, We want OGS, and whether she'd comeback or not, and so many more stories and unheard things! Definitely a top 10! Please Subscribe! #THECHALLENGE #MTV #DOUBLEAGENTS
Brittany Baldi joins me for episode 64 to talk with me about her new life involved in the world of sports entertainment, dating a Pro Baseball player, Are you the one, Battle of the exes 2, Adam, why we didn't see her again, almost getting onto Bloodlines and her Adam getting called for Ex on the beach 3! a can't miss! CHECK OUT BRITTANY’s PODCAST 🎙👇🏻 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bosbabes/id1498819879 #CHALLENGEMTV #DOUBLEAGENTS #MTV
DJ Will Gill from Real World Hollywood stops by to chat on what this pandemic has been like for his DJ career. We talk RW Hollywood casting story, his dynamic with Rival roommate Greg, relationship with Janelle from Key West, his contact with Joey before his passing and the real reason we didn't see him on a Challenge!
Matthew Underwood best known for playing 'Logan Reese' on Nickelodeon's hit show "Zoey 101' stops by for episode #62. We talk how this year has been like for him, his Zoey 101 Casting story, playing Logan Reese, rumors of almost playing Troy Bolton over Zac Efron in High School Musical, and a potential Zoey 101 reboot. A can't miss episode! #Zoey101 #NICKELODEON #TEENNICK
A treat for episode #61 as new upcoming Rookie on Challenge 'Double Agents' Joseph Allen joins me. He talks about how The Challenge came about for him and what producers saw in pulling an America's got Talent singer, his AGT background, Simon Cowell, training with Minnesota Vikings Running Back Alex Mattison prior to the season, and more! Do not miss this and please Subscribe, Thanks!
Jamie Larson is here for episode 60 to talk about her new profound love for traveling and co founding of her two new businesses. We reflect on real World EXPLOSION and talk Thomas, Ashley, why she didn’t have an EX, and why we didn't see her on a Challenge! Follow Jamie: @wanderwithjamie
Katie joins me to reminisce on challenge days while also giving her take on todays! We talk the plunger incident, Fly swat elimination, why she stepped away, if she'll be doing the OG challenge, and more!
Shauvon joins me for episode 57 to talk about her re emergence into the Challenge social media world, her ruins accident, Aneesa elimination, if she still watches the show, as well as bunch of untold stories! Go follow Shauvon on Instagram!: @mtvshauvon
Jenny Delich now Realtor joins me to talk about her life in the real estate business while also reflecting on the real World. We talk about her thoughts on the show, her cat almost coming onto Real World with her, why we didn't see her on the Challenge, Ashley money steal, and even some Paranormal Activity stories involving her. Great chat! 👻JENNY’s PARANORMAL ACTIVITY VIDEO: https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=Yvdy8KZVZ_w
Luke rounds out the Fresh Meat 2 guys and joins me on episode 55 to talk about his insane casting story involving a false drug test, Evelyn and the exile Debacle, Abe, close calls, Camila altercation & the “Swan Dive” , Cutthroat house haunted story, and much more!
Briana joined me today talk about her getting Covid, her AYTO story, truth behind Brandon Quitting Rivals 3, Missing initial Dirty 30 call, and her and i share and discuss mental health and social media problems! Great chat!
What a spectacle. Had the chance to do an in person podcast with Dustin Zito. We went golfing so we talked about that and a bit of season 36 thoughts!
Straight off the heels of podcast #53 with his former 'Rival' Briana, Brandon joins me to discuss what really went down behind the scenes of Rivals 3 and his exit, and even some only fans talk...yep
Joining me for Episode 52 was Brooke LaBarbera of Real World Denver. We talk about what she's up to today, why we haven't seen her since Duel 2, Evelyn, Tori Hall friendship, and a lot of inspiring messages and conversations between her and I along the way!
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Jodi joined me today to chat about what this crazy year has been like for her. She talks about life in Europe as a fitness instructor, Svetlana, Beth, the Inferno 2 Vote/elimination debacle with Veronica, Gauntlet 2 Final, never getting called again after the Duel, comparisons to Jenny West, if she still talks to Kina, and more! Was a blast!
Matt Hill the voice behind Ed, of the former hit show Ed Edd n Eddy on Cartoon Network. this show used to be a stable of my young childhood and Matt and I Reminisced on old times, talked about his casting story, what he's up to, roles in other shows such as Ninja TURTLES and Care Bears as well as why he feels Cartoon Network Fizzled out. Tons of inspirational and encouraging messages along the way as well. A great chat!
Had the pleasure of speaking with Mikey P, rapper and DJ partner with Pauly D. We talk about his musical influences, how he got into music, how he met Pauly D, his New Jersey roots, thoughts on Bear, if he'd do a Challenge and more! (FROM MAY)
Podcast 49 was with the amazing Ibis Del Mar. We spoke at length about her new life as a tv producer and how that plays a role in how she sees casting criteria in today's Challenge. We talk what really happened with the Gauntlet 2 Final, her fatal jet ski accident, skipping graduation to go to the Ruins, the ruins vote backfiring, Bananas hookup rumor/Invasion rumor and much more! CHECK OUT FULL EPISODE- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO3mu8MDTxI
Big podcast #50 was with the one and only challenge legend Landon Lueck. Landon and I talk him getting married and how his 2020 adjustment has been. Carley, if he would've done FM2 had he won D2, his distaste for CT, if he thinks he can take Bananas in a final, not having a gym membership prior to Fm2, almost doing Champs vs Pros, and much more!
Podcast #48 was with the one and only, Mr Beautiful, Kenny Santucci. Kenny and I both went to the same college so we reflected on that. We spoke in depth about the CT wrestle from Inferno 3 and his overall Ct Thoughts. Johnny's evolution, original Island Boat, if Abe never left Island, Wes, Landon, Laurel and a ton more! You can't miss this!
Today I talk with Jay "Gotti" Mitchell about a variety of topics. We talk the "Gotti Name", evolution of Ashley and Jenna, Jenna-Zach, Explosion battle of seasons team, Real story on final quit, Bananas and a ton more. Jay put on quite the show here! Check it out and Subscribe!
Talked with RW Las Vegas & Challenger Dustin Zito about what he's been up to, Mike Mike relationship, Frank fight, and much more! Best podcast yet!
Today I speak with RW Brooklyn and MTV Challenger Katelynn about her casting process, being the first openly transgender MTV cast member, Laurel, and more.
Spoke with MTV Challenge Fresh Meat 2 winner Carley Johnson about casting process, blacking out in exile, Laurel, Landon, etc.
Chatted with 2x Challenge Champ Dan Setzler about Theo Von, thoughts on survivor, new age of challenge, and more.
BONUS CONTENT On this episode, I dive deep into the mind of Justin Voel Pel, the infamous Catfisher in the Catfish episode "Artis & Jess" and the GIF "You got me there" . We talk the casting story, him and Artis actually knowing each other, Nev, His life in Navy now & more!
VOTE FOR AVEREY FOR HOOTERS COVER CALENDAR: https://www.hooters.com/calendarvote/ This episode was with the Lovely Averey Tressler. Been wanting to make this happen for a while and glad I finally was able to do so! We talk about everything from hooters, to Her “casting story”, Nany, Nia Fight/elimination, Theresa returning, being blackballed by MTV, etc! You cannot miss this! follow Averey on instagram @avereytressler and Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube- Mike Lewis Podcast
Sat down to talk with Laura of Real World St Thomas about her casting story, Knot so fast elimination, Battle of seasons strategy, Ashley, Challenge 35 thoughts, getting dropped from exes 2, etc! This was fun!
Had the honor and privilege to interview Miss Cara Maria for episode #44 Of #MikelewisPodcast! She was phenomenal here, talking FM2, rumor Darrell picked Laurel at first, Cutthroat format, if Sarah and Abe didn’t DQ, WOTW2, etc! Can’t say enough good things about her and this interview!
Interviewed Nehemiah Clark, first place winner of MTV's The Challenge, for today's podcast. We talked about his experiences on The Challenge, his thoughts on some new contestants, and more.
Talked to Sam McGinn, champion of MTV's The Challenge Battle of the Seasons. We spoke about her relationship with Zach, being an alternate for invasion, her casting process, and more.
Today's podcast was with Tori Hall. We talk The Backpack Elimination, address the rumors she was on #Challenge35, Wes and Bananas, and much more.
Today I talked with Frank about his casting process, Zach relationship, Rookie Revolution, Jordan, Dustin fight and so much more!
Today I talked with Violetta of RW Skeletons about why we haven't seen her on a Challenge, her casting process, Madison, who she talks with, MTV's handling of racism, etc. Really enjoyed this one!
Had the chance to sit down with Brandon Nelson, former MTV Challenger. We talked about the cutthroat house being haunted, Danny fight, bananas, and more.
Today's guest was Derek McCray of RR Viewer’s Revenge, Gauntlet 3, Duel 2. We discuss his casting story, CT-Adam fight, what he's up to, and why we haven't seen him back, more!
Today's podcast was with Sandy Kang from Fresh Meat 2. We talk about how she was initially pitched the idea to go on Bad Girls Club, having Danny as a partner, her exile potentially being rigged, who she still keeps in contact with, and more.
Had the pleasure of speaking with former MTV Challenger and singer Brianna Taylor on her thoughts about fellow ex-Challengers, her relationships with them, what she has been up to since reality TV, and she shares very inspiring messages along the way. This is a can't miss podcast!
Had the honor and privilege of interviewing Jonathan Goldstein aka Walter Nichols of Drake and Josh. We talk about COVID-19 life, his gnarly casting story, dynamic with drake and josh, favorite episode, possible reunion etc!
Today I sit down with CJ to talk about his football background, Zach Hall Brawl, Wes, Alton, Chet, Cancun experience, whether we'll be seeing him back or not, and more! This is one you don't want to miss!
Today I spoke with former MTV Challenger Pete Connolly about the casting process, taking a leave of absence from college, how the coronavirus has affected him and more. Great guy!
PODCAST #18 with MTV Challenge’s Bruno Bettencourt. We talked to Bruno about being homeless, Jenna, stuff that wasn't shown, etc.
Talked with Noor Jehangir of Fresh Meat 2 about why we haven't seen him back, Jenn, behind scenes stuff, etc.
Talked with RW St Thomas and Challenger LaToya Jackson about her season being forgotten, Jemmye Elimination, Jenna and Kailah, Simone-Shane fight, etc.
My guest today was Mattie Lynn Breaux! We talked about the War of the Worlds Final, Floribama Shore, Her edit this season, Ashley/Nany fight, unaired Big T altercation, much more. Great chat!
Today I spoke with former Real World EX-plosion and MTV Challenger Thomas Buell. We discuss his tennis background, Abram, the Cara-Paulie-Kyle triangle, Wes, Bananas, etc.
Today's guest was Nate from Exes 1 and Real World back to San Diego. We talk about his entertaining Casting story, infamous honey Challenge, relationship with Zach/Frank, more.
Today I had on Abram Boise as my guest to talk about Cutthroat, Johnny-Wes, Island stories and so much more!
Todays Podcast was with Ayiiia of RW Cancun. We talk about her being voted onto the Real World, Swat Elimination, Cara Maria, Jemmye thoughts, Almost being on bloodlines and Rivals 2, and her fight with Sobriety and Mental Health and so much more. This was very fun, and inspiring, one of my favorite ones I've done!
My guest on episode 40 of my podcast was Cooke. Cooke only did one season of the Challenge, but is a polarizing figure who many fans still talk about. We spoke of her soccer background, casting story, Cara, Dustin/Heather, peeing in elimination, Nany dynamic, her current thoughts on show, why we haven't seen her back. Loved this thoroughly!
Today's podcast is with Trey Weatherholtz from MTV's Real World St. Thomas and The Challenge. We discuss how he got the name "Trey", his casting process, Zach rivalry, Rivals 2 DQ, Johnny Bananas, Jordan, and much more.