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The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Olivia Kaiser Interview 04.02.2023 57:23

It's not everyday we have a challenger on the show, but we're super excited to talk to someone we've come to know and adore, the strong, fearless and beautiful rookie that stole our hearts--Olivia Kaiser. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechallenge #podcast #interview #oliviakaiser

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 16 "Friends or Froze" (Recap and Reactions) 28.01.2023 50:20

The Ride or Dies are back and we can't wait to tell you about this episode leading up to the Final.    What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechallenge #podcast

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 15 "Knot A Problem" (Recap and Reactions) 22.01.2023 1:13:53

After a week off due to sickness, it's great to be back.    What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechallenge #podcast

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 13 "Blind Faith" (Recap and Reactions) 07.01.2023 57:22

What can I say other than I throughly enjoyed this episode? The daily was great, the elimination was solid, and there was some decent drama. Everything you could ask for in an episode of The Challenge. What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechal...

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 12 "Frenemy of the State" (Recap and Reactions) 31.12.2022 56:56

I said last week that some people needed to go, and this week we say good bye to a pair of ride or dies.    What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechallenge #podcast

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 11 "Nelly: Ride (or Die) Wit Me" (Recap and Reactions) 22.12.2022 36:12

Jay is out sick this week so I'm covering this on my own. Please be kind.    What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechallenge #podcast

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 10 "Dancing On My Own" (Recap and Reactions) 17.12.2022 1:02:33

As a whole this episode might be a solid C+ maybe B-.   What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechallenge #podcast

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 9 "Split Decisions" (Recap and Reactions) 09.12.2022 1:00:49

A villain emerges.    What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechallenge #podcast

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 8 "Born to Ride or Die" (Recap and Reactions) 03.12.2022 33:01

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The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 6 "Michele or High Water" (Recap and Reactions) 19.11.2022 1:03:21

The beast awakens!!!!   What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechallenge #podcast

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 5 "Get Rich or Ride or Die Tryin" (Recap and Reactions) 12.11.2022 1:07:42

They should have named the episode "You Don't Know Jakk."   What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechallenge #podcast

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 4 "O'liv'n on the Edge" (Recap and Reactions) 04.11.2022 1:04:59

As a whole I want to give this episode a solid C, but key players come out and elevate it to a B+. What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechallenge #podcast

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 3 "A Bumpy Ride" (Recap and Reactions) 28.10.2022 1:05:53

Things get messy when the Challenger (formerly known as Fessy) makes a power move. Ravyn gets knocked out of her shoes. And Olivia comes out on top.

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 2 "Friend or Faux" (Recap and Reactions) 20.10.2022 1:12:46

New arrivals shake things up and friendships are already being tested. Meanwhile, some Rookies realize you can't trust anyone. There's a ton to break down and we're going to get right into it. What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechallenge #po...

The Challenge 38: Ride or Dies | Ep 1 "Don't Die for Me Argentina" (Recap and Reactions) 13.10.2022 1:03:36

Just when we thought we were out, TJ Lavin and Justin Booth PULLED US BACK IN!!!! As a season opener this is the best one I've seen in a while. This episode legit had everything you want to see... minus some pyro. There's a ton to break down and we're going to get right into it. #thechallenge38 #thechallengerideordies #mtv #thechallenge #podcast

The Challenge: USA S1 E11 "Home of the Brave" (Season Finale Recap and Reactions) 15.09.2022 1:18:45

Was it the toughest final? Probably not. Did it test these challengers, yes. Do we think that second tier contestants from the flagship could have easily completed TJ's final... absolutely.   That being said, it was still a pretty decent final.  There's a lot to break down in this episode and we're going to get right into it.

The Challenge: USA S1 E9 "Nevertheless She Persisted" (Recap and Reactions) 01.09.2022 1:14:01

Holy sh*t, what a great episode!   What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge USA: S1E9 "SNevertheless She Persisted" which premiered Wednesday on CBS and Paramount+.

The Challenge: USA S1 E8 | "Independence Day" (Recap and Reactions) 25.08.2022 59:04

FINALLY an episode that feels like a real Challenge episode. Maybe it's because the elimination is a classic. Maybe it's because there's a little drama, and maybe it's because we see a night out for a change. This episode is solid from front to back.    What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge USA: S1E7...

The Challenge USA S1 E7: "State of the Unions" (Recap and Reactions) 18.08.2022 1:07:34

I went into this episode really wanting to hate it, but the daily challenge was fun and the Elimination was a great nail-biter.    What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge USA: S1E7 "State of the Unions" which premiered Wednesday on CBS and Paramount+.     There's a lot to break down in t...

The Challenge USA S1 E6: "A Civil War" (Recap and Reactions) 11.08.2022 59:48

I'm not sure if "A Civil War" is an appropriate title for this episode. It's not sparkly enough. **spoilers**   What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge USA: S1E6 "A Civil War" which premiered Wednesday on CBS and Paramount+.     There's a lot to break down in this episode and we're going to g...

The Challenge USA S1 E5: "In Tyson We Trust" (Recap and Reactions) 04.08.2022 1:18:16

This was a real nail-biter. We don't want to give too much away, but this episode had us pacing the room. The daily was solid and the elimination didn't disappoint. We score it a B+.  **spoilers**  What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge USA: S1E5 "In Tyson We Trust" which premiered Wednesday on CBS an...

The Challenge USA S1 E4: "Liberty and Justice For All" (Recap and Reactions) 28.07.2022 1:00:52

This is a really solid episode of The Challenge. First off, it's trivia, which is not only TJ's favorite but ours as well. Second, there's a major play made going into elimination that has some people questioning their loyalty to their alliance.    What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge USA: S1E4 "Lib...

The Challenge USA S1 E3: "Declarations of Independence" (Recap and Reactions) 22.07.2022 59:34

Sarah's on assignment aka vacation, so Jay's going to take it solo and go through this episode.    What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to the Final Alliance Podcast. We're going to run down everything we know about The Challenge USA: S1E3 "Declarations of Independence" which premiered Wednesday on CBS and Paramount+.     There's a lot to break down in this episode and we're g...

The Challenge USA S1 E2: "Oh Say Can You See Tiffany" (Recap and Reactions) 14.07.2022 1:02:54

Jay was in Nashville last week for a softball tournament, but this week we put the band back together to discuss this episode of The Challenge USA. As long time fans, we weren't sure how we would feel about this rendition of the Challenge, but it actually is really good to see some new life into a show that has seen champions return over and over again.   What up, Challenge fans? Welcome to t...

The Challenge: All-Stars | Season 3 Episode 10-Final: "Coming For The Crown" (Recap) 06.07.2022 38:00

As a longtime Challenge fan I give this Final a C+. That doesn't mean that I hated it though. In fact I loved it. I'm solo this week cause Jay is in Nashville for a National Softball tournament. Super nervous, but we're going to get this done because if you didn't know, I love the Challenge. #TheChallenge #TheChallengeAllStars3 #Paramount+ #MTV #CBS