Challenge Mania

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Rogan O'Connor.Rogan O'Connor may have been the first person to leave #TheChallengeVendettas. He may have come up short on the race the cast took part in the first day. He may have never set foot in the #Challenge house itself, but trust us...none of that matters.Rogan joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to reminisce about the time he spent with Derrick in Spain, how the two know each other, share some fun stories, his ten year relationship with Joss, his history with Kyle, his feelings on Cara Maria, his connection to a certain Bad Girls Club / Ex on the Beach star and much more!Rogan may spend more time on this episode of #ChallengeMania than he did on his entire season of #TheChallenge but that is a good thing because he is one hell of a guest!Check out the shop at www.ChallengeMania.ShopIf you want more content, head over to www.Patreon.com/ChallengeMania and become a patron for exclusive extra podcasts each week!

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Aneesa Ferreira.The last time Aneesa (@AneesaMTV) was on #ChallengeMania, it was along with Michelle Waterson, to discuss their cagefight elimination on the last season of #ChampsVsStarsThis time around, Aneesa is appearing solo, and it gives Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) a chance to go back in time and dive into Aneesa's long and storied #Challenge career. She shares thoughts on her favorite eliminations, her Real World casting story, current relationship with Veronica and much more!Unfortunately Aneesa is no longer competing on this season of Champs Vs Stars due to an injury she sustained after going head to head with CT during a daily challenge. The guys get the scoop about that, how she feels about the injury, the challenge it took place during and whether it affects her plans to compete in the future at all. If you want MORE Challenge Mania, head over to www.Patreon.com/ChallengeMania and see if the bonus content can feed that fix! Get your gear at www.ChallengeMania.Shop

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Louise Hazel.Former Olympian Louise Hazel (@LouiseHazel) is on her SECOND season of #TheChallenge #ChampsVsStars, having also competed on the debut season of the spinoff, #ChampsVsProsShe has been one of, if not the most generally accepted celebrity/athlete to cross over into the realm of the Challenge and fans are already salivating at the thought of her considering a full season of the show.Louise joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to address whether that is something she might entertain down the line, losing a foot race to Wes on national television, her fellow stars cast, running this current season an why she has succeeded thus far, how The Challenge compares to the Olympics, her new podcast and much more!If you want even MORE #ChallengeMania content, head over to www.Patreon.com/ChallengeMania where we release bonus episodes each week!Get your gear at www.ChallengeMania.Shop

The hosts discuss a Challenge Hall of Famer joining their stage show and their involvement in Champs Vs Stars and Vendettas. They talk about injuries, Tony Time, and the fear and respect this competitor receives. They also mention their Patreon, exclusive content, and upcoming live show.

Derrick Kosinski (@DerrickMTV) & Scott Yager are once again joined by Cohutta Grindstaff.There was such a positive response to Cohutta's first appearance and Challenge Maniacs were clamoring for a Part II so since Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) is in Spain, we brought Cohutta (@CohuttaLee) back for a second chat about running with bulls, good guys on #TheChallenge, his thoughts on #Bananas, #TonyTime and a really emotional story about his last days with his grandfather.If you're looking for MORE #ChallengeMania content, there are also going to be three new shows over at www.Patreon.com/ChallengeMania over the next couple weeks as well! 

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are once again joined by Abram Boise.Abram (@AbramBoise) was JUST on #ChallengeMania, but his podcast got such a great response and so many of you wanted a part II, that we decided to give it to you right away.Abe rejoins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) for another lengthy discussion about #TheChallenge and much more! If you're looking for even more Challenge Mania concent, head over to www.Patreon.com/ChallengeMania

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Cohutta Grindstaff.Cohutta Lee Grindstaff (@CohuttaLee) has one of those voices you just never forget.He graces #ChallengeMania with that voice for a fun interview filled with his southern charm!Cohutta tells Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and (@SHOTOFYAGER) what he's been up to since Bloodlines, whether he's ready for another #Challenge and who he'd choose to partner with in an Exes format. Cohutta and Derrick go down memory lane, back to their days on The Island, to clear the air as to whether sharks were ever involved. Cohutta shares his Real World casting story and answers some more of YOUR QUESTIONS!Follow the guys on twitter and let them know who you want to hear on the show next! #ChallengeAcceptedDon't forget to check out the www.ChallengeMania.Shop and grab your gear today! If you're looking for more podcast content, head to www.Patreon.com/ChallengeMania for BONUS shows, fun rewards, contests and more!www.ChallengeMania.Live is coming to Carolines on Broadway on Saturday June 2nd when Scott & Derrick will be joined on stage by Mark Long, Emily Schromm and more! Not a bad time to be a Challenge MANIAC!

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Abram Boise.Abram Boise (@AbramBoise) is a #Challenge legend.The man started on #RoadRules and appeared on NINE seasons of #TheChallenge, winning two and making the finals in four. He most recently appeared on the season Battle of the Bloodlines, and has since been off the grid for the most part, admittedly not following the show, something he didnt even do when he was participating activelyAbram joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) for a candid chat about his experiences on his last season, whether he wants to come back for one more, almost doing #ChampsVsStars, his Road Rules origin story, the time his cast and Derrick's Road Rules casts collided, flying jets with Alton and MUCH MORE! This is one podcast you do not want to miss! Abram was also nice enough to give us some of his Challenge jerseys to give away. #ChallengeAcceptedCONTEST #1 is a PHOTOSHOP CONTEST: Come up with your best movie poster or photoshop about or including Abram. One winner will be selected to receive a jersey.CONTEST #2: Sign up for our Facebook group, as someone will be selected at random from there in the coming weeks. A heads up will be given and a post will be made for entries to be gathered, so you have time to sign up at www.Facebook.com/ChallengeManiaPodcastCONTEST #3: Become a patron. We will be selecting one patron at random to recieve a jersey sometime in May at www.Patreon.com/ChallengeMania

Guest: Emily Schromm, Challenge All Star and former Champion. Topics include Derrick and Jordan's heated argument, the dynamic between Jordan and Dee, the Nomad backpack, fighter challenges, frustrations with women's sports, opening a gym, caffeine benefits, and upcoming guests and sponsors.

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by UFC and Challenge star, Michelle Waterson.Michelle Waterson (@KarateHottieMMA) appeared on one of the first few episodes of #ChallengeMania to break down her epic elimination with Aneesa on #ChampsVsStars last season.After making the finals of that show, she returned to training for MMA full time and is appearing in her first fight since #ChampsVsStars finished airing, live on FOX this coming Saturday for the UFC.Michelle joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to talk about whether she'd ever come back for a full-on season of #TheChallenge, her fight this coming Saturday, Ronda Rousey's Wrestlemania debut, the Conor McGregor incident in Brooklyn last week, cutting weight and much more!PLUS Derrick and Scott answer YOUR QUESTIONS at the beginning and end of the podcast. That's right, not only does Derrick answer your questions, but for the first time ever, Scott even shares a bit about his professional and personal life.Keep sending in your questions for future guests by following us on Twitter! #ChallengeAcceptedThe Challenge Mania Shop is OPEN and OFFERING FREE SHIPPING THROUGH 4/22 at www.ChallengeMania.ShopAny questions the guys didn't get to in this episode will be answered later on in BONUS EPISODES over at the Patreon. Become a patron for even MORE #ChallengeMania each week over at www.Patreon.com/ChallengeMania