In this kickoff episode of This Ends Your Time on the Challenge, Alicia and Wiley dive into the Season 41 preview special and break down their reactions to the new and returning cast members.

From fan favorites to controversial vets, we unpack who's back, who we’re excited (or confused) to see again, and which rookies might actually stand a chance. We talk about MTV’s editing choices, emotional manipulation via music, and whether this season’s theme is actually clear—or just vibes.

Alicia’s calling out questionable alliances before they even form, Wiley’s tracking first confessionals like it’s a prediction game, and we’re both already too invested in at least three people.

We recorded this on Alicia’s couch, as always—where Challenge hot takes thrive. Let’s get into it.