Panic sets in as the contestants must solve a puzzle while swimming in a shark tank, and a last-minute decision in deliberation leaves one team in shambles.






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In this episode of Challenged, the hosts dive into the latest season of MTV's The Challenge, discussing the Fantasy League, the challenges, and the dynamics of the contestants. They explore the strategies, injuries, and alliances that form as the competition heats up. The conversation also touches on the production choices and the evolving nature of reality TV, with a focus on the characters' transformations and the politics of elimination. In this episode, the hosts delve into the intricate dynamics of politicking within the Challenge house, highlighting the strategic choices made by players as they navigate alliances and paranoia. The nominations reveal unexpected votes and betrayals, leading to a dramatic elimination showdown where agility and strategy take precedence over brute strength. The aftermath sets the stage for future twists, including potential partner changes, while the hosts reflect on the extreme reactions of fans towards the players.


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Tonya puts a target on the back of her longtime rival Tina as she heads into Exile, a romance sparks between two of the housemates, and another team goes home after a frustrating challenge.





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Tonya and Johnnie find a way to be better teammates to each other, an injury threatens to sideline one contestant, and alliances and friendships are tested during a difficult deliberation.






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The roommates cut loose with a costume party, and Casey reaches her limits with Wes after yet another grueling trip to Exile.






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Wes takes it personally when Johanna's team faces the possibility of being sent into Exile, and tensions rise when Johanna refuses to do things Wes's way in the deliberation.






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Melinda struggles in the house without Danny, one team loses its power position in the competition to an unlikely pair, and the contestants go head-to-head in Exile.

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Diem opens up to Derrick about her cancer diagnosis, the Austin crew has a target on its backs in the strength challenge, and one contestant volunteers to go into Exile.

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The contestants test their balance in Bush Whacked, and two teams head into Exile with a hefty challenge that sends one team packing.

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Things are a little different on the Challenge this time around. Twelve brand new, never-on-TV competitors join the veterans to battle it out for crazy cash in Australia.

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