Challenge Mania

The first ever www.CHALLENGEMANIA.LIVE is taking place on Saturday, June 2nd at 2pm from the world-famous Carolines on Broadway in New York City. Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager reveal the first of three special guests that will be joining them on stage in NYC. That person serves as the surprise guest for this JAM PACKED episode filled with stories dating all the way back to the first days of reality programming on MTV.Our guest is also the newest addition to the www.ChallengeMania.Shop so check out their new gear there as well!See, secrets CAN be fun! Since eventually everyone found out that our first special guest at Carolines will be none other than MARK LONG (@TheMarkLong), we felt it best to reveal it here to.Follow the guys on twitter @DerrickMTV and @SHOTOFYAGER to hear who is up next! We promise we will actually tell you this time. Tickets for Challenge Mania Live are going fast and are available at www.ChallengeMania.Live! Remember to check out the Challenge Mania Patreon at www.ChallengeManiaPodc

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Leroy Garrett.Leroy Garrett (@Bruce_Lee85) has always been a fan favorite on #TheChallenge, even though his closest ally is the extremely polarizing Johnny Bananas.Leroy has garnered the support of viewers by playing a straight up game, remaining loyal, up front, honest and rarely, if ever, getting his hands dirty.Derrick (@DerrickMTV) & Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) chat with Leroy on the heels of perhaps his most heated episode, not only of this season of #TheChallengeVendettas, but quite possibly in his entire Challenge career. After being thrown into elimination, Leroy beat Brad to become the last member of the 8-person final, which begins next week. Leroy talks about Tony Raines' "front-stabbing" ways all season and in this last episode, what it was like sharing the After Show stage with Laurel and how he feels about her, who HE would have put in if the roles were reversed; Kam or Cara, which castmember needs his back shaved the most often and of course, he ans

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Syrus Yarbrough.Syrus is a true MTV original, having first appeared in the 6th season of #TheRealWorld, Boston, before beginning a lengthy and successful career on #TheChallenge.Although we haven't seen Syrus on the show in a while, that doesn't mean he hasn't been busy or that he hasn't been keeping tabs on the show and his Challenge peers. Syrus tells Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) how he got his start in reality TV, what he thinks of the current product, whether we might see him on a Challenge in the near future and much more! As always, we fuel with the show with YOUR QUESTIONS but this one does go all over the place! Keep the questions coming and let the guys know who you want to hear on the show next! #ChallengeAcceptedTickets to CHALLENGE MANIA LIVE: NYC are available now at www.ChallengeMania.LiveThe SHOP IS OPEN over at www.ChallengeMania.ShopCheck out www.ChallengeManiaPodcast.com to see our Patreon and get a taste of the bonus content

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Ashley Mitchell.It's hard to believe that this is already the 30th episode of #ChallengeMania. Time flies when you're having fun. There couldn't be a better guest for this special episode because like the first thirty shows we have done, this one too has a little bit of everything. Ashley (@MTVASHLEYBROOKE) brings a ton to the table as she joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to discuss her stint on The Real World, the ways she has evolved and matured since that first season, winning Invasion of the Champions, leaving the Dirty XXX, coming in as a mercenary on #TheChallengeVendettas, what her secret is and to answer YOUR questions.Last but not least, we are joined by the one and only Hamlet. To find out exactly who that is, you'll just have to tune in!Celebrate our #Dirty30 with us and let the guys know on twitter who you want to hear next on the show! #ChallengeAcceptedMeet & Greet Packages are SOLD OUT but you can still get Regular Tix to

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Kam Williams."Killa Kam" has made quite the splash on #TheChallenge scene, taking out not one, but TWO mercenaries in her first two eliminations. Ever. She joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to talk about making the transition from #AreYouTheOne to #TheChallengeVendettas, clear up the confusion regarding her friendship with Leroy, reveal how she feels about Johnny Bananas, tell us about all of her nicknames, break down her fellow female competitors and anwer YOUR questions, all while ordering drive-thru on her way to the dentist! If that's not Rookie of the Year, we don't want to know who is! Our next episode is our 30th episode and our guest is ASHLEY MITCHELL! To let us know who you want to hear next, follow us on twitter and use the hashtag #ChallengeAccepted The www.ChallengeMania.Shop is OPEN! and tickets to CHALLENGE MANIA LIVE in NYC on 6/2 are on sale at www.ChallengeMania.Live 

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Cara Maria Sorbello for the conclusion of their epic two-part chat.Cara (@CaraMariaMTV) had so much to say that it wouldn't fit in one episode. If you thought Wednesday's show was good, wait until you hear part II.Derrick (@DerrickMTV) & Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) keep Cara in the hot seat and ask her about Tony, Big Easy, hair, her fantasy wedding party and many more of YOUR amazing questions that go ALL over the place!Follow the guys on twitter and get ready for next week's shows with guests, KAM and ASHLEY!The www.ChallengeMania.Shop is now open! Tickets to Challenge Mania Live NYC are on sale now at www.ChallengeMania.Live 

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Cara Maria Sorbello once again!When the female face of #TheChallenge comes to you and says, "hey, I know I was just on two weeks ago, but I have a ton more left to say," you clear your schedule and give the people what they want: more Cara Maria! Cara Maria (@CaraMariaMTV) joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to talk about the last few weeks of #TheChallengeVendettas, the most recent bout with Mercenaries, Laurel, Nicole, Devin Vs Johnny, the Kayleigh incident, bullying and YOUR questions! Because Cara was so generous with her time and wanted to get to so many of your quesitons, we made this a TWO PART Podcast. Part II will be our Friday episode this week, so stay tuned for that! #ChallengeAccepted 

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Devin Walker.Does it get any bigger than taking down Johnny Bananas after calling your shot and requesting him as an opponent on a show called #TheChallengeVendettas?Devin Walker (@MTVDevinWalker) joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to break down his feud with the #Challenge posterboy and walk us all through the events that led up to their clash in the elimination round, the vote that gave Devin his wish and the showdown that was.Devin touches on the controversial actions of the girls in the house following the information he revealed about Kayleigh in an effort to get her back for voting him into the elimination and whether he feels that the blame and backlash that he, and the girls have recieved is justified. Devin does not pull any punches and definitely speaks his mind, revealing another side to Tuesday's episode that we did not see on TV. This is an episode that you do not want to miss, especially if you were as glued to your TV on Tuesday

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Britni Nicol.It's hard to believe that the #AreYouTheOne alum Britni Nicol (@BritniNicol) has only been on two seasons of #TheChallenge. Her presence has been instantly felt and she has become a fan favorite almost immediatelyBritni joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) on #ChallengeMania to discuss her relationship with Brad, her recent twitter feud, the furniture incident on #TheChallengeVendettas, Game of Thrones, her original casting story and MUCH MORE! We are even joined by Britni's MOM towards the end of the show for some hilarious #Challenge commentary you do NOT want to miss!As always, follow the guys on twitter and let them know who YOU want to hear on the podcast next! #ChallengeAccepted 

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Eric "Big Easy" Banks.Big Easy (@EricBanks) was a Challenge mainstay for years, even though he hasn't made an appearance since Battle of the Seasons. Eric joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to talk about how he ended up on #TheChallenge in the first place, why he hasn't been back in a while, whether he wants to come back and what he's been doing since you last saw him!It's a great time catching up with an old favorite! The awesome guests are going to keep coming but as always, follow the guys on twitter and let us know who YOU want to hear next! #ChallengeAcceptedThe Challenge Mania Shop is open over at www.ChallengeMania.Shop! 

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Marie Roda.Fresh off her elimination and exit from #TheChallengeVendettas, Marie Roda (@Marie_TBD), a longtime listener of the show and #ChallengeManiac herself, joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to break down her time on this season and her performance Tuesday night.Having just taken part in a fresh new twitter war with Britni, the guys touch on that as well, hear why Marie took so much time off between Battle of the Seasons and Invasion, learn about the gameplay we didn't see on screen and ask her YOUR QUESTIONS!Follow the guys on twitter and let us know who YOU want to hear on the show next! #ChallengeAcceptedThe Challenge Mania Shop is now open over at www.ChallengeMania.Shop so go and get your gear! 

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Joss Mooney.This past Tuesday saw an instant classic of an elimination when Derrick (@DerrickMTV) made his triumphant return to #TheChallenge as a #Mercenary on #TheChallengeVendettas. He went at it in the ring with the physically imposing Joss (@Joss_Mooney) for so long (over 90 min) that they eventually had to move to sudden death. Joss joins Derrick and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to break down each and every aspect of the legendary brawl on Tuesday and how it reenforced Derrick's legacy and created a new Challenge favorite in the newcomer from the UK.The #ChallengeMania Shop is now open over at www.ChallengeMania.ShopFollow the guys on twitter and let them know who YOU want to hear on the podcast next! #ChallengeAccepted 

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Cara Maria Sorbello.The female face of #TheChallenge, Cara Maria (@CaraMariaMTV) joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) for over ninety minutes covering everything from her start on the Challenges to Johnny Bananas, the note, Abe, Kyle, her cousin Jamie, what side of #TheChallengeVendettas fight she was on, double standards, dating, her passionate supporters and much more!This is the show you have been asking for since day one and it Does. Not. Disappoint.To let Derrick & Scott know who you want to hear on the show next, follow them on twitter and tell your favorite castmembers you want the #ChallengeAccepted 

Scott Yager asks Derrick Kosinski your questions #AskDAnything Derrick (@DerrickMTV) gets put in his own hot seat for another edition of #AskDAnything where Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) asks D your questions and doesn't let him off the hook. The guys are joined by Allan Aguirre (@TheAllanAguirre), who brings some stats to the conversation as well!  Follow the guys on twitter and let us know who YOU want to hear next on #ChallengeMania #ChallengeAccepted Back to a regular schedule beginning Tuesday, February 20th! #GetExcited 

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Susie Meister & Sarah Rice The Brain Candy (@BrainCandyPod) Invasion is upon us! Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) are joined by Susie Meister (@SusieMeister) and Sarah Rice (@ImSarahRice) for a collision of podcasts. The girls talk about how their show came to fruition, share their thoughts on Johnny Bananas and his infamous "take the money and run" play, new show formats and twists on #TheChallengeVendettas, Susie's absurd casting and romance story and of course, spill some tea! Follow the guys on twitter and let us know who YOU want to hear next on #ChallengeMania #ChallengeAccepted

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Shane Landrum. Shane (@Shannanity) is one of the most beloved stars in the history of #TheChallenge and fans were excited to see him reenter the fold on #Invasion and #TheChallengeVendettas. Shane joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to talk about his time on the show over the years, his relationship with the newbies, past relationships, his online dating game and much more! Follow the guys on twitter and let us know who YOU want to hear next on #ChallengeMania #ChallengeAccepted

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Natalie Negrotti. Natalie Negrotti (@NataliaNegrotti) came in 6th place on #BigBrother18 and will always be looked at as the first Big Brother crossover competitor on #TheChallenge (sorry Victor).  She joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to talk about the differences between the two shows, how she got started in reality TV, all the shows that wanted her, her #Vendetta with Victor, her relationship with Johnny Bananas and much more! Follow the guys on twitter and let us know who YOU want to hear next on #ChallengeMania #ChallengeAccepted

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Mark Long.It does not get more OG than Mark Long (@TheMarkLong). Mark was on the ORIGINAL season of #RoadRules and was the first ever host of #The Challenge.Mark reconnects with his old podcasting buddies, Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to tell some fantastic stories, answer YOUR questions, break down #TheChallengeVendettas and the #YoungBucks, respond to Jon Murray's comments about him in the Rolling Stone article, reveal whether he'll be on #CelebrityBigBrother and MUCH MORE!This is a special 90 MINUTE PODCAST because when we go LONG, we go LONG! Follow the guys on twitter and let them know who YOU want to hear on #ChallengeMania next! #ChallengeAccepted 

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Emily Schromm.Emily Schromm (@EmFitMTV) joins Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) to reminisce about first getting introduced to cross-fit on #TheChallenge and the planting of the seeds that would later lead to the tremendously successful fitness career she has today. Spoiler alert: Derrick played a part in it.The guys also ask Emily about Ty, Cara Maria, winning #ChampsVsStars, Michelle Waterson and Aneesa, Josh Murray, Real World DC, Cutthroat and a whole lot more!Follow the guys on twitter and let them know who you want to hear on #ChallengeMania next after this big run of brand new episodes and big guests! #ChallengeAccepted To learn more and purchase the backpacks and gear talked about on the show, head over to www.TheEmPack.com/MANIA and enter the code: MANIA to get 15% off your entire order! Emily was nice enough to set up a discount code just for #CHALLENGEMANIACS! 

Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Veronica Portillo.One of our most requested guests ever and a true #Challenge icon joins the show as Veronica (@V_cakes) stops by for a fun and dynamic chat.Veronica tells Derrick (@DerrickMTV) and Scott (@SHOTOFYAGER) about working behind the scenes in the reality world on shows like Jersey Shore, her time on #Dirty30, her thoughts on Kailah's trash-talk, regrets about Aneesa, hookups in #TheChallengeVendettas house and much more!You asked for Veronica and we gave her to you! Who are you going to ask for next? Let your favorite #Challenge cast members know you want to hear them on #ChallengeMania and remember to follow Derrick & Scott so you can send in your questions and hopefully get your #ChallengeAccepted