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Wes Bergmann, a renowned Challenge competitor and insightful podcast host, joins Derrick Kosinski and Scott Yager to dissect Episode 12 of The Challenge: Battle of the Eras. They dive into the strategic nuances of competition, particularly the surprising advantages of placing second. The discussion unfolds around the critical roles of charm and social skills in rivalries, and how luck influences performance in a timed race challenge. They also touch on the impact of physical size on contestants' success, revealing the complexities of this fierce game.

Wes Bergmann, a Hall of Fame inductee known for his dynamic presence on The Challenge and House of Villains, joins the hosts for an engaging conversation. He shares insights into why he skipped Season 40 and delves into the recent Real World Austin reunion. The discussion humorously explores the evolving dynamics of reality TV, touching on themes of villainy and heroism. Wes also reflects on relationships affected by fame, the creative process behind House of Villains, and the camaraderie that keeps fans invested in their favorite reality stars.

Derrick Kosinski and Scott Yager talk Episode 11 of The Challenge: Battle of the Eras, discuss Derrick getting his own Topps card in the latest Allen and Ginter set and Scott and Lindsay had their baby!This is a 30 minute Preview Podcast. Most of the convo ends up being about the baby and the card. To hear the FULL EPISODE 11 BREAKDOWN head to www.ChallengeManiacs.comFULL VIDEO HERE:PRE-SALE for Challenge Mania Live Maryland 1/14 featuring CARA AND MORE begins Wednesday 11/6 at www.ChallengeManiacs.comwww.ChallengeMania.Livewww.ChallengeMania.Shop

Scott reveals our second Challenge Mania Live show of the year and gives you info on how you can make sure to get your tickets for our return to MARYLAND on January 24th featuring DERRICK, CARA MARIA AND MORE!Pre-Sales are THIS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6th:10AM EST - SAVAGE PATRONS10:30AM EST - DIESEL PATRONS12:00PM EST - MANIAC PATRONS3:00PM EST - ALL PATRONS!More info and ability to enroll in time to access tickets here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/balti-moria-this-115017241www.ChallengeMania.Livewww.ChallengeManiacs.comwww.ChallengeMania.Shop

The hosts dive into a breakdown of Season 40's Halloween-themed episode, filled with drama and unique personalities. They share hilarious anecdotes from Derrick's Amsterdam trip and discuss the fine line between privacy and social media scrutiny at reunions. The friendship dynamics among contestants are explored, revealing how genuine connections impact strategy. They also reminisce about the significance of music in past seasons and reflect on who stood out as MVPs and LVPs. Listeners are invited to join the fun with upcoming events!

Scott and Lindsay are back to break down Episode 6 of Survivor 47! It's merge time!www.ChallengeManiacs.comwww.ChallengeMania.Shopwww.ChallengeMania.Live

Theo Campbell, a resilient former contestant on The Challenge and Love Island, shares his inspiring journey of returning to competition after a serious eye injury. Joining him is Olivia Kaiser, a fellow contestant and his romantic partner, as they delve into the evolution of their relationship on the show. They discuss the intense emotional and physical challenges of competition, the shifting dynamics of alliances, and the lighter moments behind the scenes that highlight the camaraderie and rivalry that define reality TV.

Scott & Lindsay are back to break down this week's Episode 5 of Survivor 47 on their version of Survivor Social Hour, Hot Dogs and all..Survivor Mania.www.ChallengeManiacs.comwww.ChallengeMania.Livewww.ChallengeMania.Shop

Hosts share memories from a lively New York Comic-Con and their innovative giveaways. Rachel's impressive hanging challenge victory is celebrated, highlighting her resilience and impact on women and the LGBTQ community. They discuss teamwork versus solo strategies in competition, emphasizing the power of collaboration. The nuances of forming alliances and strategic voting are explored, revealing how personal ties influence gameplay. Additionally, the perks of joining their community are mentioned, promising exclusive content and fun interactions.

Scott puts Derrick in the hot seat and they continue to talk Episode 8 of The Challenge: Battle of the Eras, taking your questions and touching on some of the fallout, Cory's reaction to the episode and more!www.ChallengeManiacs.comwww.ChallengeMania.Livewww.ChallengeMania.ShopFULL VIDEO HERE: https://www.patreon.com/posts/video-ask-d-114059417AD-FREE AUDIO w/ Raleigh Bonus HERE: https://www.patreon.com/posts/audio-ask-d-some-114059922