Derrick, TJ Lavin, Kenny Santucci Talk All that is MTV: The Challenge | Podcast

April 19, 2012
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"Eating Heads and Drinking Blood"

Welcome to more challenge information than you can ever ask for!! There's so much challenge knowledge inside this podcast your speakers might ooze!! This podcast includes 12 Time Challenge Host and X-Games Champion T.J. Lavin, 7 Time Challenge Finalist, 3 Time Challenge Champ and The Jersey Shore After Show Host Kenny Santucci. Their host is non-other than Derrick Kosinski who is tied for most Challenge Appearances, 2nd in Elimination Battles,and also has held 3 Challenge Victories along side Kenny Santucci. Does it really get any better than this??? These guys are going to give you their UFC 145: predictions,break down all the major Battle of the Exes Grudge Matches,and explain how insane that Final was atop a Glacier where C.T. ate a human head and drank blood. Just kidding. It wasn't a human head, but it was some kind of head and he ate it!! Stay tuned for a real guy's guy podcast. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!!

Sincerely,

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Vinny & Mandi Together Talk about the MTV Challenge: Battle of the Exes "BoobGate" | Podcast

April 18 2012
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"The Boob Job"

Remember when Vinny ripped Mandi's top off and got kicked off The Challenge that one time?!?! You ever wonder how mad Mandi really was?? You ever wonder how pissed her boyfriend might be and if Vinny really cares?? Well if you have, you're in for a treat because we get the full behind the scenes story from Vinny and Mandi exactly how it went down that spectacular night in the Dominican Republic. This podcast is full of laughter ranging from Johnny Bananas jaw getting wired shut to cast members getting rewarded for their bad behavior. As always, sit back, relax, and laugh a little as Vinny brings his A game!!

Cheers,

Team Ultimate Challenge Radio
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MTV "The Challenge: NBA"

April 17, 2012
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As we end our Challenge Madness Tournament and with the NBA playoffs on the horizon we present this timely comparison piece from friend and podcast guest Tim Koskuba. Hope you enjoy the read and feel free to hit the comments section below the post. Make sure to give Tim a twitter follow @KO_Skuba, can't thank him enough. --D


"The Challenge: Battle of the Exes" has concluded and what ESPN's Bill Simmons calls "the fifth major sport" will go on it's familiar offseason. While the wondrous minds at Bunim-Murray contemplate the next insane Final and craft the dysfunctional roster for the newest season of "The Challenge", the NBA playoffs will get underway and take the spotlight in the sports world. Millions will watch to see stars like Lebron James, Kevin Durant, Kobe Bryant, and Dwight Howard try to reach greatness and capture the NBA championship. While these are two different sports, two different kinds of athletes, and two very dissimilar audiences, I can't help but notice many similarities between a few of the biggest NBA superstars and some of the Challenge's greatest competitors...

Johnny "Bananas" Devenanzio - Kobe Bryant

"CHALLENGE MADNESS" 2012 Bracket Tournament(WINNERS ANNOUNCED)

April 16, 2012
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"The WINNERS"

Thank you to all of the fans who participated and voted in the Derrick Kosinski 2nd annual Challenge Madness Tournament.
* This Bracket is for amusement only and not sponsored by or endorsed by MTV

In a battle of number-one seeds four of the toughest competitors in MTV Challenge history faced-off. On the MTV silver screen this matchup would be a ratings hit and brutal back and forth race to the finish line and probably have to go to the tape for a review of whose nose crossed the finish line. In this online format from the opening tip this matchup was a blowout of epic proportions.

Congratulations to the WINNERS EVAN & SUSIE!!!

Finals Results

1. Darrell/Rachel 28%
1. Evan/Susie 71%

A very special thank you to "Out D' Box Productions" for making the fantastic bracket and for all of the logos and graphics for UCR.

• ROUND 1 (All 32) March 22 thru March 27 (CLOSED)
• ROUND 2 (Sweet 16) March 28 thru April 1 (CLOSED- View Results)
• ROUND 3 (Elite 8) April 2 thru April 5 (CLOSED- View Results)
• ROUND 4 (Final 4) April 6 thru April 9 (CLOSED- View Results)
• ROUND 5 (Finals) April 10 thru April 15 (CLOSED) 

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"CHALLENGE MADNESS" 2012 Bracket Tournament(ROUND 5 "The FINALS" VOTING)

April 10, 2012
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"ROUND 5" (The FINALS)

This is - MTV "CHALLENGE MADNESS - ACCOMPLICES"
Derrick Kosinski's 2nd annual Bracket Madness Tournament.
* This Bracket is for amusement only and not sponsored by or endorsed by MTV


A very special thank you to "Out D' Box Productions" for making the fantastic bracket and for all of the logos and graphics for UCR.

Click Bracket Below to Enlarge & View

• ROUND 1 (All 32) March 22 thru March 27 (CLOSED)
• ROUND 2 (Sweet 16) March 28 thru April 1 (CLOSED- View Results)
• ROUND 3 (Elite 8) April 2 thru April 5 (CLOSED- View Results)
• ROUND 4 (Final 4) April 6 thru April 9 (CLOSED- View Results)
• ROUND 5 (Finals) April 10 thru April 15 (CLOSED- View Winners)

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"CHALLENGE MADNESS" 2012 Bracket Tournament(ROUND 4 "FINAL 4" VOTING)

April, 6 2012
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"ROUND 4"

This is - MTV "CHALLENGE MADNESS - ACCOMPLICES"
Derrick Kosinski's 2nd annual Bracket Madness Tournament.
* This Bracket is for amusement only and not sponsored by or endorsed by MTV


A very special thank you to "Out D' Box Productions" for making the fantastic bracket and for all of the logos and graphics for UCR.

Click Bracket Below to Enlarge & View

• ROUND 1 (All 32) March 22 thru March 27 (CLOSED)
• ROUND 2 (Sweet 16) March 28 thru April 1 (CLOSED- View Results)
• ROUND 3 (Elite 8) April 2 thru April 5 (CLOSED- View Results)
• ROUND 4 (Final 4) April 6 thru April 9 (CLOSED- Results Below)
• ROUND 5 (Finals) April 10 thru April 15 (CLOSED- View Winners)

Winner Announced Monday, April 16th, 2012

"Challenge Madness - Accomplices" (ROUND 4 "Final 4" RESULTS) 

WEST REGION

1. Darrell/Rachel 57%

6. Abe/Cara Maria 37%

EAST REGION

1. Evan/Susie 67% 

2. Landon/Carley 32%

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Mark Long & Darrell weight out retirement from MTV's 'The Challenge'

March, 27 2012
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"The Champs" are back in the buildin' my friends!!! After not hearing from Darrell since his abrupt early departure from Fresh Meat 2,he's back talking about who he might like to face off with on a future challenge!! But,wait,hold on...he doesn't know if he's retired yet. And from the sounds of things,it seems like Mark doesn't know if he's ready to kick the bucket either?!?! Don't worry,I'm confused too. But Mark's says,"Much will be revealed at The Battle of the Exes Reunion where a surprise host will once again magically appear quite possibly with a steel chair!!" Not trying to give too much away,but take a listen to the podcast as Darrell and Mark give away secret game strategy,mention their most memorable challenge moments,and entertain the idea of MTV possibly kicking The Challenge into high gear and turning it a sport much like the UFC did with their guys. As always,sit back,relax and enjoy another action packed episode on The Derrick Kosinski Podcast!!

Sincerely,

Team Ultimate Challenge Radio
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MTV: Battle of the Exes: Mid-Season Recap w/ Derrick, Evan & Cohutta | Podcast

March, 08 2012
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Welcome to the Mid-season Smack-down here on Ultimate Challenge Radio where we'll be recapping the top stories of MTV's Battle of the Exes midway thru the season.

We'll be talking about who's hot and who's not,the positives and negatives of the season,and what should be done about it. Derrick is graced with the presence of colorful commentary from Cohutta Lee Grindstaff (Real World:Sydney) and the ever so hilarious Evan Starkman. Be fair warned: There will be a lot of topics covered and a lot of people mentioned and just as many "Suck Yeah's" and "Suck No's" handed out. So if you're deeply concerned about the safety of one cast member or another,you might wanna take a breather before you listen. As you know, the challenges aren't for the weakhearted and for the overly sensitive. We feel the same way about our listeners. So, get ready for some old school no holds barred kick some but action from the guys. And as always sit back, relax, and laugh a little. Be prepared for some extra Dunbar talk this podcast. We think Evan misses him.

Sincerely,

Team Ultimate Challenge Radio
#UCR #Team UCR #TeamAwesome

Derrick, Naomi, Jasmine, Robin Break Down Ep.4-MTV 'Battle of the Exes' | Podcast

February, 20 2012
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"Gossip Girls...Gossip Away"

This podcast kicks off by talking about being drunk and awesome. What better way to get it goin' by learning about Rasheedas and Naomi's alter ego. More are mentioned! It slowly moves into conducting the proper social game in order to win the big check. Is being the speaker of the house the way to go or is silence the key to victory??? Tons of cast members are talked about on this podcast as new enemies have spawned and more relationships have severed. Take a listen to the girls who have been there and done that!! Jasmine,Naomi,and Robin do one heck of a job breaking down the drama thru 4 episodes in the Battle of the Exes. They're fun,spunky,feisty,and extremely random. Need I say more?? Stay tuned for another doozy!! Sit back,relax,and laugh a little!!

Sit back, relax and enjoy the stories that you can't hear anywhere else.

Sincerely,

Team Ultimate Challenge Radio
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Derrick, Dustin, Heather & Leroy Break Down Ep.3-MTV 'Battle of the Exes' | Podcast

February, 14 2012
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"Tough Luck"

For 2 episodes in a row now, 2 teams have gotten eliminated from the competition?!?! Last week was the 1st time that's ever happened in challenge history!! This week history repeated itself! Not only that,but one of the teams,Dustin and Heather, got the boot because Dustin received stitches in his knee!! If you're a challenge fan, you know that there have been their fair share of stitches passed around over the years,and people have NOT gone home for them! On top of that,within hours of Team Deather getting dismissed, Aneesa slammed face-first into the water coming up with a mouth full of blood!! In the end, Aneesa did require stitches and was not sent home?! Dustin and Heather have stopped by the podcast to explain their thoughts on all of the madness that ensued during their 1st adventure with the challenge. Joining the conversation is their Real World: Las Vegas roomie who has plenty to say in regards to his partner and historic dome domination. You don't wanna miss this podcast as the discussion gets pretty heated between Leroy and Heather. Dustin disappears a little as Derrick referees. Lol. As always,sit back, relax, and laugh a little as you once again get a deeper look into "The Challenge."

Sit back, relax and enjoy the stories that you can't hear anywhere else.

Sincerely,

Team Ultimate Challenge Radio
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Derrick, Vinny and Tyrie Break Down Ep.2-MTV 'Battle of the Exes' | Podcast

February, 05 2012
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"Ticking Time Bombs and Explosions"

This may have been the most exciting episode 2 in the history of challenges!!! Four people get eliminated and two teams get tossed!! Unfortunately,Vinny and Tyrie get caught in the collapse. But fortunately, we have both of them here explaining their contribution to the mess. In a day where Mandi gets her shirt ripped off exposing her boobs to 40 Dominicans,Wes gets dragged thru the dirt in a classic elimination round, and Tyrie gets hit with a flying elbow by his very own teammate,Tyrie manages to dig himself out of the rubble as Vinny crashes and burns due to his own actions. Not only was it a classic elimination round,but another classic podcast as Me, Tyrie, and Vinny cover all of the madness that ensued and uncover the antics behind it.Get ready for another great listen on "The Shit You Should Have Heard" at The Derrick Kosinski Podcast on UltimateChallengeRadio.com

Sit back,relax and enjoy the stories that you can't hear anywhere else.

Sincerely,

Team Ultimate Challenge Radio
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Derrick, Mark, and Johnny Break Down Ep.1-MTV 'Battle of the Exes' | Podcast

January, 29 2012
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"Can't Stop, Won't Stop"

The Year is 2012!!! It's the Year of the Dragon!! MTV's hit show "The Challenge" is in it's 22nd season! Mark Long is back at 40 years young looking bigger and badder than ever. Johnny Bananas has already started to stir the pot and ready to cause a ruckus. Derrick isn't competing for his 2nd challenge in a row for the 1st time in challenge history,but will be sitting back watching,documenting and analyzing all season long. And,the beauty of that with mouthful is that those 3 guys will be kicking off the podcast premier of "The Battle of the Exes." This time around the producers aren't messing around. They have pretty much blind sided their competitors by pairing up the teams with a situation that might actually be worse than their worst enemy. What can be worse than that?? How about an unresolved relationship with someone from your past that includes sexual relations?? This is undoubtedly a recipe for disaster...in a good way. I mean we all know that "bad is always good in reality T.V. right! Well if you didn't already know,now you do. That's a little reality t.v. secret that the professionals only know about and that's exactly how this podcast kicks off-with a couple of secrets. Johnny Bananas and Mark Long join Derrick Kosinski on this podcast to light back up the fireworks that just went off on episode 1.

Sincerely,

From: Team Ultimate Challenge Radio
To: Team Awesome
#TeamUCR #UCR

"Stories Upon Challenge Stories..." w/ brandon, Emily, Cohutta | Podcast

January, 24 2012
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"UCR" Podcast Featuring Derrick, Brandon, Emily & Cohutta"

If you guys wanna hear challenge stories,this is the podcast for you!!! Derrick,Cohutta,Brandon,and Emily cover everyone that Coral and Laurel missed and everyone that Kenny and Evan were supposed to get to. Get ready to be entertained. I feel like it was almost a blessing in disguise. I almost think that there is more challenge inside information on this podcast than any other. 4 people,1 pod = tons of fun, fascinating never-heard-before stories!! Stories about who,what,when,where,and how,you ask??? The talking points below are just a taste of the topics ready to get dissected and destroyed. As always,sit back,relax and enjoy the ride!! This one is worth it!

Sincerely,

Team Ultimate Challenge Radio

"Breaking Down the Female Exes and Coral's, Don't Call It a Comeback" | Podcast

January, 16 2012
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"UCR" Podcast Featuring Derrick, Coral & Laurel"

This is Round 2 of our Pre-Challenge Podcasts getting everyone well equipped and ready with information pertaining to MTV's new challenge "Battle of the Exes." This week's podcast covers 7 of the male exes counter parts, the girls. On top of finding out as much information as possible about Paula, Robin, Cara Maria, Rachel, Aneesa and Diem, we also get a chance to catch up with one of Reality T.V.'s all time icons, Coral. That's right, after not hearing from Coral since her departure on The Gauntlet 3, we take a trip down memory lane finding out what really happened with the Spider Bite that ultimately spoiled the final for Team Real World, way back when. We also get a close look into how WWE's Champion Mike "The Miz" started his "Miz" gimmick. Check out our talking points below to find out some more of the topics we'll be covering. In the mean time, Laurel co-hosts a great show with hilarious stories and game breaking insight on the female competitors sitting up on the chopping block. I think it's safe to say, "neither one of these girls wrestle, they both beat bitches up." So as always, sit back, relax, and laugh a little. I couldn't help myself on the quote. Ha-ha! Cheers!

Sincerely,

Team Ultimate Challenge Radio

P.S.- "I don't wrestle, I beat bitches up!!!" ...Coral

MTV's New Challenge: Battle of the ExesDerrick, Kenny, and Evan break down the Boys Pt.1 | Podcast

January, 05 2012
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""Breaking Down the Boys" "

Welcome to the beginning of Pre-Challenge Podcast's in honor of the new challenge coming out January 25th. This season's challenge is a never-been-done before "Battle of the Exes." The title is clearly self explanatory. And as most of the ex-couples are guy/girl teammates,there is one girl/girl team. Yeah...don't really know how that's going to work since we know how "Battle of the SEXES 2" worked out years ago. Needless to say it was pretty uneven. I'm sure that won't be the only big surprise of the season. Actually,I'm positive, surprises start rollin' out pretty early in the season. Alright,enough B.S.'in on this end. The teams have been announced,the pictures are on line,and the rules of the game are on MTV.com, SO LET'S START TALKIN'!!! We kick off by our Pre-Challenge Podcast's by "Breaking Down the Boys" of the new challenge. Derrick,Kenny,and Evan have teamed up once again to get the action started. Get ready for an extensive look at the guys on the new challenge. We've gone to battle with these fellas,seen them in eliminations,we know what they're good at and what they're not. And,we're about to let you all know about it. On top of that,you know this won't be our most serious conversation,so be prepared to laugh. Haha!!

Sincerely,

Your boys over at Ultimate Challenge Radio

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