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Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher are your hosts for a review of each week's episode of MTV's The Challenge, including interviews from the Real World and Challenge cast members.
Listen on Apple PodcastsThe Challenge Cutthroat Preview Challenge superfans Ali Lasher and Brian Cohen break down the long-awaited Challenge Season 42: Cutthroat preview. After an unusually long offseason, the podcast duo returns to analyze the brand-new season set to air exclusively on Paramount+. With a cast full of returning legends, promising rookies, and a fresh three-team format, the hosts dig into why this "Cutthroat 2" isn't quite officially called a sequel and what that could mean for gameplay. The conversation covers the new team format, the choice to keep the name "Cutthroat," early speculation on alliances, and the major twist of captains controlling the final prize split. The hosts also provide personal updates, field listener questions about offseason adventures, and share reactions to the “most stacked team” and memorable cast picks—plus thoughts on memorable returns, absences, and the biggest wildcards. Ali and Brian discuss: The possible reasons behind not naming the season "Cutthroat 2," and how the original Cutthroat season’s format may differ from the update The return of heavyweights like Bananas, Cara Maria, Brad, and CT, and how their team placement could impact early game dynamics Casting surprises, including new faces from Amazing Race and Love Island, and rookies with dramatic or athletic potential The captain’s prize twist and its strategic implications—including whether anyone will risk taking all the money Dramatic team compositions and which line-ups look strongest or show the most volatile chemistry Will the brand-new team format and high-profile cast shake up the game, or will vets keep control? Can rookies like Lett and Josh from Love Island make a splash, or will history repeat? Listen for a full preview and predictions on alliances, rivalries, and game-changing strategies as Challenge 42 gets set to begin. Join Ali and Brian for deep dives on format changes, team breakdowns, and fandom favorites as they set the table for a jam-packed season of The Challenge! Chapters:0:00 Challenge 42 Preview Kicks Off06:43 Why Not Cutthroat 2?12:11 Prize-Splitting Twist Explored19:47 Revealing Initial Team Lineups28:37 Cara Maria’s Cutthroat Return35:55 Nelson’s Comeback After Injury46:31 Team Strengths and Drama Rated49:59 Bananas and CT Join Forces57:13 Orange Team’s Rivalries Highlighted1:02:07 Gray Team Rookies Assessed1:15:01 Nareese’s Anticipated Return Discussed1:20:44 Who’s Missing From the Cast?1:23:37 Mercenary Twist and Trailer Teased1:30:21 Poster Analysis and Winner Hints1:34:03 Veteran Team as Villains1:36:14 Season Structure Predictions Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Reunion Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Reunion. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Finale Ep 19 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 19. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 18 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 18. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 17 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 17. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 16 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 16. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 15 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 15. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 14 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 14. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 13 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 13. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 12 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 12. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 11 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 11. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 10 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 10. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 9 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 9. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 8 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 8. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 7 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 7. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 6 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 6. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 5 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 5. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 4 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 4. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 3 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 3. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Challenge 41 Ep 2 Recap The Challenge experts, Brian Cohen and Ali Lasher, are here to fearlessly walk you through Season 41 of The Challenge! Are you ready for it? This week, Brian and Ali recap The Challenge 41 Episode 2. Got a question for our hosts? Ask it here Share your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using #RHAP.Follow your hosts on Twitter:@LashTweets@CohenBrian_ LISTEN: Subscribe to The Challenge podcast feed!WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices