MIKE LEWIS PODCAST (Mike Lewis)

Irene Suttner joins me for Episode #112. Irene and I chat in lead up to Real World Homecoming what it is like to return after all these years, what it was like getting married on TV, being a corrections officer, if she feels Beth is misunderstood, if she'd do a Challenge, and more!

Yes Duffy is my guest for episode #168. We discuss his recent VMA's trip, returning for All Stars, Veronica, semester at sea Road Rules, and rivalry with Wes and more!

Genesis Moss joins me for Episode #153. We discuss the climate in 1997 with the gay community and how she was received, her coming out story, Real World Boston, if she'd do a Challenge All Stars and more!

Talked with RW St Thomas and Challenger LaToya Jackson about her season being forgotten, Jemmye Elimination, Jenna and Kailah, Simone-Shane fight, etc.

Wes stops by the show for episode #121. Wes is launching a new show that drops today called "The Box" he explains the concept and what prompted him to do the project. We discuss his season of Real World Austin and a potential homecoming season, what he and CT did to train for the Rivals 2 final, if he felt screwed on Exes 2 and much more!

Marie stops by for episode 93 to talk about her time on TV. We dive into why she no longer uses twitter and personal health problems she dealt with in the last year, she discusses her edit, Cara Maria, if we may see her on All Stars, and more!

Tina Barta joins me to recap episode 5 of the Challenge All Stars. She walks me through her decision to leave, her rivalry on the season with Jodi, if she felt on the outskirts from the house, the tea on the ‘green tea’ and much more!

Podcast 49 was with the amazing Ibis Del Mar. We spoke at length about her new life as a tv producer and how that plays a role in how she sees casting criteria in today's Challenge. We talk what really happened with the Gauntlet 2 Final, her fatal jet ski accident, skipping graduation to go to the Ruins, the ruins vote backfiring, Bananas hookup rumor/Invasion rumor and much more! CHECK OUT FULL EPISODE- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO3mu8MDTxI

Pete from Fresh Meat 2 returns to my show to reflect on The challenge for the first time in 10 years. He gives his thoughts on the evolution, Theresa and Darrell returning, 'mustard', how he'd fare, Fessy not volunteering, and much more! #THECHALLENGE #MTV #DOUBLEAGENTS

Emily Schromm joins me for episode #177. We discuss her upbringing, how she got onto Real World DC, relationship with Ty, the black face incident on Exes 1, Rivals 2 win, almost appearing on season 38 and more! #thechallenge #mtv #realitytv

Anthony Bartolotte made his debut on Are You the One season 2. He stops by to talk about how he got on the show, his experience and favorite moments from it. We talk about who he keeps up with, his time on Invasion, Marie, his time on Ex on the beach, turning down Double Agents and more!

Jisela joins me for Episode 100. We dive into many topics ranging from her beef with Coral explanation, her time in playboy, what led Jo to leave Gauntlet 2, Gauntlet 2 debacle, her Rivalry with Kendal, falling out with Aneesa, thoughts on the Main show, if she was called for 37, how far into recovery process she is, and more!

Frank Sweeney is my guest for today's episode. He walks me through his decision to return to The Challenge after 10 years away, why his last go round left a sour taste in his mouth, how he went about his social game this season, and he gets honest about his recent drama with Shane.

Chauncey Palmer stops by for a quick chat straight off his exit from The Challenge. We discuss what dad life has looked like for him, what went wrong with Jay, his deliberation speech that went wrong and more!

Today I had on Abram Boise as my guest to talk about Cutthroat, Johnny-Wes, Island stories and so much more!

The Real World Cancun and The Challenge vet Emilee Fitzpatrick stops by for episode #124. Emilee and I talk about her recent Instagram story defending Jemmye Carroll in a twitter spat and what prompted her to do so, we talk about whether there's a common standard with women on the shows, her time on The Real World Cancun, almost getting onto Paramount+ The Challenge All Stars 2, why her Free Agents edit wasn't the best and more!

Chris "Swaggy C" Williams is my guest for episode 148. Swaggy walks me through his preparation of being a newly soon to be dad, why he abruptly retired from Reality TV at age 26, his experience on Total Madness, the Dee situation, day trading, and when he knew Bayleigh was the one for him, and more!

Judd Winick is my guest for episode #205. We discuss his time on Real World San Francisco, his career as an author and his cartoons, Pedro, how he and Pam came to be, and more!

Dustin Zito joins host Mike Lewis to recap episode 2 of Challenge all stars! #CHALLENGEALLSTARS​ #MTV​ #THECHALLENGE​

Today, I revisit season 19 of THE Challenge, Fresh Meat 2. This season saw the height of the greatest rivalry in the history of the franchise involving Kenny and Wes. This season also introduced us to cast members who would go on to be main figure points in the show's history for the next 5-10 years in Cara Maria, Laurel, and Theresa. We saw unique daily challenges, fun house parties and one of the greatest physical feats in show history with Landon dominating the final. I look back on what I enjoyed about this season, what I'd have changed, and what the present day show should model their seasons after from this.

Shane Raines joins me for episode 107. It's no secret who Shane's brother Tony is amongst The Challenge fandom. They made their debut together on Battle of The Bloodlines, where they had an infamous fight on episode one. We talk about their fight, if he feels they should've been kicked off, if he was surprised he was given a call back, the Simone fight and what really happened, and if he feels blacklisted by MTV, and more!

I am joined by Justin Vopes for today's edition of Heel Heat Heaven. We discuss the heavily rumored CM Punk return to WWE, and we preview WWE Fastlane and give our predictions

Anna Stack was one of twin sisters with her sister Katrina of their season of Real World Bad Blood. She stopped by to walk me through hers and Katrina's history and current relationship. She talked about how the show took a toll on her mentally. She dove into the conflicts with Peter and the infamous "Google Search" that led to the blowup with Jenn. She talks almost getting onto Vendettas with Katrina, social media tiffs with Cara Maria and Jemmye, her connection to Marie and Abram.

Jason Zumwalt, best known for voicing Roman Bellic in the widely popular 'Grand Theft auto' video game franchise joins me for episode 187. We discuss his new role in voicing the intro for the 'around the NFL" podcast, his passions, acting journey, voicing Roman Bellic, the iconic "Niko let's go bowling" line and more!

Interviewed Nehemiah Clark, first place winner of MTV's The Challenge, for today's podcast. We talked about his experiences on The Challenge, his thoughts on some new contestants, and more.

Jason Cornwell joins me for episode #173. From cast member turned casting director, Jason Cornwell details how he transitioned from one of the 7 strangers in Boston to then casting Real World Hawaii two seasons later. He walks me through his career, time in Boston, and a Real World Boston Homecoming! 

Kellyanne Judd returns to the pod and joins me for Episode 180. We discuss her prominent role on The Challenge World Championship, what went down with her and Jonna, Johnny Bananas, Kendal friendship, Yoga, The ruins, and she opens up about her high school trauma, more!

Tyler Duckworth joins me for Episode #114. Tyler makes his triumphant return to All Stars and walks me through how it. came to be. He details why he never returned after winning back to back seasons on Cutthroat and Rivals 1, and which seasons he almost ended up on. He walks me through the CT backpack elimination, how he got sick and still won the Rivals 1 final, his Key West Real World, and tons more, that you'' just have to watch for yourself!

Nikki Sin joins me to recap and breakdown episode 6 "The Big Mistake" for The Challenge Battle for a New Champion. We discuss who certain cast members remind us of, thoughts on the mercenary twist, Melissa and Nurys confrontation, and more!

Today I spoke with former MTV Challenger Pete Connolly about the casting process, taking a leave of absence from college, how the coronavirus has affected him and more. Great guy!

Sarah Rice joins me today for episode 98. We dive into her new endeavors as a therapist and her experiences with the show prompting her to do so, we jump into her Rea World Brooklyn season, What went wrong in the Cutthroat Final, having Jordan as a partner, her Rivalry and Money stealing moment with Bananas and where she stands today, how often she's still called and if she'd return to All Stars or a main show and more!

Janelle Casanave joins me for Episode 109. Janelle stepped out of the spotlight for a while after her last Challenge, The Gauntlet 3. She talks to me about why she stepped away, and what made her want to return to All Stars. We talk about her famous Real World Key West season, and if she saw Bananas stardom coming, her dynamic with Svetlana and when they last spoke, and why we really didn't get a Team key West on Battle of seasons 2012. She talks about being the most recent woman of color to win A challenge on Inferno 3 and what changed on Gauntlet 3 and much more!

PODCAST #18 with MTV Challenge’s  Bruno Bettencourt. We talked to  Bruno about being homeless, Jenna, stuff that wasn't shown, etc.

Anika Rashaun joins me today for episode 83 of the Podcast. We dive into her new ventures as an entrepreneurial life coach/match maker, she talks her casting process and the Bad Blood theme tying into it. She talks about everything that wasn't shown from her season, her thoughts on the twist, her elimination with Jenna conspiracy, who she liked and didn't like! Anika was great here,

Nia Moore returns to my show to discuss episode 6, her recent Tostitos commercial, and we tease another bigger interview between us for later on in the season.

Tina Barta stops by for Episode #101. We talk about why she's absent from social media and the death of her close friend playing a part. We talk about her being misunderstood on the shows and the "Mean girl rep", her Fresh meat partnership with Kenny, elimination with Theresa on Cutthroat, and her rivalry and infamous Duel punch with Beth and where she stands today, and why we didn't see her on All Stars 1 & more!

Preston has been off the grid since Free Agents but I found him for today's episode. We look back and talk about how we was homeless the past few years after the show, his casting story, Ryan Leslie dynamic, Knight, Rivals 2, Cohutta elimination, and what he's been up to! #Challengemtv​ #CHALLENGEALLSTARS​ #MTV​

Thomas Buell joins me today to talk about his recent engagement, getting recently called for the Challenge, the unaired Simone altercation from Exes 2, what really went down with his girlfriend upon leaving Rivals 3, The Cara/Abe saga and more! #MTV #THECHALLENGEMTV

Tyrie Ballard and I are back again! This time we're recapping WWE Backlash and giving our predictions for the World Heavyweight Title tournament.

Briana joined me today talk about her getting Covid, her AYTO story, truth behind Brandon Quitting Rivals 3,  Missing initial Dirty 30 call, and her and i share and discuss mental health and social media problems! Great chat!

Sat down to talk with Laura of Real World St Thomas about her casting story, Knot so fast elimination, Battle of seasons strategy, Ashley, Challenge 35 thoughts, getting dropped from exes 2, etc! This was fun!

Theo Bradley joins me to discuss how he feels about his time on MTV, not jumping on his elimination on Invasion, whether he wants to return, his football career, and more!

Ryan Ulrich of Survivor 35: Heroes v Hustlers v Healers joins me for episode #155. Ryan and I are actually related so we spoke about that, what he's up to today, his post show experience and how it was negative for him, how he got casted, the fire twist, Ben, more! #SURVIVOR #CBS

Celeste Bonin, best known as Kaitlyn in her time with WWE joins me for episode #176. She talks to me about her bouts with depression, her current path as a life coach, the trials and tribulations mentally and physically during the tail end of her WWE run, winning the Divas title, her feud with AJ Lee, Divas era, cancelled Cody Rhodes storyline, and a possible Royal Rumble return! #wwe #codyrhodes #ajlee #totaldivas #prowrestling

Coach Wade otherwise known as the Dragon Slayer is my guest for episode #158. We discuss his time as a soccer coach and how the Coach name has. stuck, his time on Survivor, exile, if he'd return, Tyson, Russell, more!

Jessica Mccain now known as Jessica France stops by to talk about getting married, her time on Portland, clashes with roommates, time on the Challenge, Johnny Reilly Rivals 3 treatment, why she stepped away, getting called for All Stars, if she'd be open to a Real World Portland homecoming, and more!

Melissa Reeves joins me for episode 196. We discuss her return, latest drama on episodes, her new podcast with Big T and more

Trishelle Cannatella joins me today for episode 97. Her and I dove into her time on All Stars and how much of a whirlwind it was for her. We speak on her times on Vegas, her early challenge seasons, what led to her clashing with Coral, if Alton threw the elimination on BOTS 2012 and if Vegas would've won, Dustin, why wasn't at the All Stars reunion, if she'll be on a second All Stars, and the status of her relationship with Katie, and so much more that can't fit this description! A Gem of a conversation, enjoy

Ciarran joins me fresh off his elimination from The Challenge Battle for a New Champion to discuss why this early elimination stings, his elimination with Jordan and what wasnt seen, his relationship with Ravyn, and why he felt blindsided by Asaf, and more!

*THROWBACK EPISODE* Had the pleasure of speaking with former Real World Hollywood and  Challenger and singer Brianna Taylor on her thoughts about fellow ex-Challengers, her relationships with them, what she has been up to since reality TV, and she shares very inspiring messages along the way. This is a can't miss podcast!

Today I am joined by Blair Donovan as we speak about episode 1 of #thechallenge season 39

Lisa Marie Varon best known for her time in WWE as "Victoria" and TNA as "Tara" joins me for episode #183 to discuss her legendary career. We talk about how Chyna got her into wrestling, her original theme songs, her heel character, hair vs hair match at Wrestlemania 20 vs Molly Holly, having to re do a match with Michelle McCool, the divas era shift, if she thinks about the Hall of Fame, and her 2021 Royal Rumble return.

WWE fallout and recap coming out of Money in the Bank

On the Heels of his exit from The Challenge, Lio Rush joins me to reflect on what led to that, his experience as a rookie, CT, Darrell wrestle, etc! #WWE #THECHALLENGE #DOUBLEAGENTS

Tyrie Ballard joins me for episode #105. We talk about his new opportunities in recent movies, why he's had a sudden change of heart for Challenge All Stars,,the Davis incident from his Real World season, Jasmine, unaired Gauntlet 3 fight with Kenny, and wanting to box Fessy, amongst much more!

Jamie Murray joins me for Episode #136. Jamie makes his return April 20th for a homecoming with his fellow roommates In New Orleans, he details what went into the decision process and lead up to it. We talk about how feels his story was showcased the first time around, if he feels he really got to know the roommates, his Gauntlet 2 portrayal and more!

The Real World's Jo Rhodes joins me for Episode #125. Nobody has heard from her since that fateful 2005 night on the Island of Tobago for the Gauntlet 2, the big question is: Why did Jo leave The Gauntlet 2? She stops by to talk to me about what she’s been up to, how often she reminisces back to that time period of The Challenge, how she landed on The Real World: San Francisco, what it was like to be a replacement for Puck, and what really happened that night In Tobago.

Sarah Burke joins me for episode #150. She walks me through why she decided to go in a more private route when her time on Real World ended, how her post show experience and reception was, her dynamics with roommates MJ and Melanie, why she didn't do a Challenge, if she'd do a Real World Philadelphia homecoming and more!

Violetta Milerman returns to the podcast to talk about her recent movement of the pitched idea of a fan vote for season 38 of The Challenge, we dive further into her season of Real World in what we didn't cover the first time around, and more!

Justin and Artis is widely considered the most memorable and infamous Catfish episode of all time. Today we pick the brain of the Catfish himself, Justin. We discuss the casting process, his trials and tribulations in life,  him landing on a GIF and much more!

Today I spoke with former Real World EX-plosion and MTV Challenger Thomas Buell. We discuss his tennis background, Abram, the Cara-Paulie-Kyle triangle, Wes, Bananas, etc.

Roni Chance joins me for Episode #143. Roni details what it is like returning for All Stars after being away from TV since her last season, The Gauntlet, what led her to returning, motherhood, getting taken from her high school prom straight onto Road Rules Northern Trail, her experiences there and much more!

Today I talked with Frank about his casting process, Zach relationship, Rookie Revolution, Jordan, Dustin fight and so much more!

Teck Money Holmes joins me for Episode #108. Fresh off the announcement of season 2 of The CHALLENGE All Stars, Teck stops by to talk to me about what he did differently this time to prepare after competing on season 1, we dive into his time on Real World Hawaii, his time in the entertainment scene,  his relationship with Red Oyster, what really went down in his Nehemiah elimination, the status of a Real World Hawaii homecoming and more!

*THROWBACK PODCAST EPISODE* Isaac and I dive into various topics of his time on the show, behind scenes stuff, Landon elimination, and more. This is one you can't miss!

Cohutta Grindstaff joins me for episode #118. Cohutta discusses what stepping back into the Challenge world is like, how his All Stars stint came to be, which of his close friends was supposed to be joining him, his time on Sydney, if he feels they can pull off a Homecoming season, who he’d prefer being partners with on Exes between KellyAnne & Nany, and what being on the Ruins with Wes was like and more!

Matt Hill the voice behind Ed, of the former hit show Ed Edd n Eddy on Cartoon Network. this show used to be a stable of my young childhood and Matt and I Reminisced on old times, talked about his casting story, what he's up to, roles in other shows such as Ninja TURTLES and Care Bears as well as why he feels Cartoon Network Fizzled out. Tons of inspirational and encouraging messages along the way as well. A great chat!

Tyrie Brown joins me to recap WWE Fastlane.

Corey Lay is my guest for episode 192. we discuss his upcoming return for The Challenge Battle for a New Champion, why he wasn't on Ride or Dies, his coming out story, and more!

Sophia Pasquis stops by to talk about her time on Road Rules the Quest. We talk about her coming out on TV, the casting special, what she enjoyed about Road Rules more than the Challenge, her thoughts on the Sexes 2 final, being an Alternate and quarantining for Season 1 of All Stars, more!

Hughie Maughan joins me for episode 197. We discuss his recent elimination, upbringing, comments made by his castmates and much more!

The Real World's Eric Nies stops by for episode #131. Eric walks me through how he feels about Covid 19 keeping him off his homecoming season, his cameo on LA's homecoming and what didn't make air, his challenge memories, his biggest career regret, personal hardships and why we've yet to see him on a Challenge All Stars!

Cara Maria and Paulie join me for episode #141. Paulie and Cara discuss their futures with the show, 4 years of meeting since Final Reckoning, their thoughts on the state of the show and more!

MJ Garrett joins me for Episode #140. We dive into the surreal feeling of entering a back to back All Star season as a defending champ after going off the grid for a while. We talk about why he walked away, his near NFL tryout, his time on Real World Philadelphia, Karamo, Landon, what really happened with the Gauntlet 2 final, his upcoming return on All Stars 3 and more!

Asaf Goren joins me to discuss his time on the season thus far, why he felt right to return now, his time spent on total madness, Corey's blindside, why he wanted Ciarran in elimination, more!

Rachel Robinson joins me for episode 99. We dive into this crazy last year its been, her road Rules process, clashing with Johnny bananas, how the direction of the show changed on the Island, thoughts on Aneesa-Veronica on Dirty 30, when she was last called and what it would take for her to come back and more!

Marcus Lehman joins the show for episode #165. We discuss how he got on survivor, life as a Doctor, his time on Survivor, how the Onion Alliance crumbled, and what led to his exit and more! #SURVIVOR #CBS

t's a Cancun Invasion as Real World Cancun lady alums Ayiiia & Jasmine return to the show to chat with host Mike Lewis about Episode 1 of Challenge All Stars and break it down! #CHALLENGEALLSTARS​ #THEChALLENGEMTV​ #MTV​

Ryan Kehoe joins me for episode #115. Ryan made his return to The Challenge All Stars this season after being an Alternate for season 1. He walks me through what made him want to return, what caused him to initially step away, how he initially got casted, his relationship with Shane, his time on the Island and more!

Joe Patane of Real World Miami joins me for episode #152. We talk about the status of a Real World Miami Homecoming, his time in Miami originally and the cause and effect it had on him, his 'life of Joe' book on his Real World time, his relationship on the show, and his casting story, and more!

I am joined by @wendy_challenge as we discuss how he got into being a fan, genesis for his instagram page, problems that exist with present day Challenge, as well as this episode! #mtv #thechallenge #realitytv

Beth Anthony joins me to talk about Real World Homecoming. We talk about how she felt returning, how she originally got casted, what didn't make air on homecoming, her relationship with David, and so much more!

Jasmine from Real World Cancun joins me for special #70. She was a remarkable guest. We talked and addressed a series of topics from Jonna, Battle of the seasons hall brawl, her Elimination with Laurel, the cancelled Rivals 2 elimination, why she turned down Exes 2, Theresa returning and more!

Today's podcast was with Tori Hall. We talk The Backpack Elimination, address the rumors she was on #Challenge35, Wes and Bananas, and much more.

Ravyn Rochelle joins me for episode 203. We discuss her background and upbringing, being an actress, how she met Johnny MiddleBrooks, why last season's heartbreak drove her fitness, how she mended fences with Nurys, the Bronze line, and we discuss her and Melissa's confrontation from this past episode.

Straight off the heels of podcast #53 with his former 'Rival' Briana, Brandon joins me to discuss what really went down behind the scenes of Rivals 3 and his exit, and even some only fans talk...yep

Tyrie Ballard and I recap Wrestlemania week & the fallout from this past week's Pro Wrestling news in the inaugural wrestling episode of the Podcast

Mike Manning joins host Mike Lewis today on the show for episode 73. Mike won a 2020 EMMY award, we spoke about that and his new roles in Days of our lives, Real World DC, his dynamic with Ty, Ty & Emily relationship, why we didn't see him on a challenge, LGBTQ movement. Such a fun & powerful episode!

Real World Miami's Flora joins me for Episode #132. Flora's been away from the limelight for a bit so she walks me through what she's been up to, how often she thinks back to her season, whether she'd do a homecoming, the infamous window scene, her friendship with Beth Stolarcyzk and why she feels she's so misunderstood and more!

David Edwards stops by for episode #135. David exited his Real World Homecoming season, Brad ut is breaking his silence to talk about what factors contributed to that, the real behind the scenes of some of the drama with his Roommates, his feelings on his dynamics with Tami and rest of roommates, how he originally got on his first show, comedy career and more!

Quinton Aaron, best known for his role as Big Mike in The Blind Side joins Mike Lewis for an exclusive interview. He discusses his move to Nashville to create music, his weight loss transformation, new Wedding Pact 2 film, how he got casted for Blind Side, Sandra Bullock, and more!

Steve Meinke drops by the show to detail what made him return after an 18 year layoff, what caused him to step away initially after Gauntlet 1, his feelings on Derrick's outfit, his thought process in nominating Ayanna against Katie, and his Teck elimination and more! A part 2 with his casting story + Casting special will come soon!

Tyrie and I do a late recap of summerslam and give our thoughts of the current stories and landscape of WWE heading into Payback.

Big T joins me for episode 190. We discuss her return for the upcoming MTV's The Challenge season 39 "Battle for a new Champion", we talk what made her return, her time away in culinary school, her upbringing, Shipwrecked, and more!

VOTE FOR AVEREY FOR HOOTERS COVER CALENDAR: https://www.hooters.com/calendarvote/   This episode was with the Lovely Averey Tressler. Been wanting to make this happen for a while and glad I finally was able to do so! We talk about everything from hooters, to Her “casting story”, Nany, Nia Fight/elimination, Theresa returning, being blackballed by MTV, etc! You cannot miss this! follow Averey on instagram @avereytressler and Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube- Mike Lewis Podcast

Today I talked with Violetta of RW Skeletons about why we haven't seen her on a Challenge, her casting process, Madison, who she talks with, MTV's handling of racism, etc. Really enjoyed this one!

Ryan Leslie was a very pivotal figure on his Real World Season. He stopped by the show today to talk about where he's been, how he landed in New Orleans, why he and his roommates clashed, Knight memories, why he wasn't on a Challenge, if he'd be open to a Real World homecoming season and more!

Aneesa joins me for episode 178. We discuss her transition into podcasting, the evolution of the show, and whether she likes the shift, being a trailblazer, Diem, whether she wants to get her Challenge win, Cara Gauntlet 2 fight, and more! #thechallenge #mtv #thechallengeallstars #thechallengeusa

Katelyn Cusanelli joins me for episode 186. We discuss what she's up to, how she got on Real World, her time in Brooklyn, being an activist, being the first MTV transgender cast member, relationship with Sarah, her recent tweet towards Johnny Bananas, her time on Fresh Meat 2 and Rivals 1 and why she's been blacklisted.

Veronica Portillo joins me for a very special 3 year anniversary episode of the show. We talk about whether she considers herself the female face of the show, being a pioneer, her time as a student, Semester at Sea, Julie harness moment, being a producer for Jersey Shore, her All Stars 3 injury, and what made her return for Dirty 30 and more! #thechallenge #mtv #jerseyshorefamilyvacation #jerseyshore #thechallenge38 #thechallengeallstars