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Challenged is a podcast all about The Challenge. Whether that Challenge is on CBS, MTV, and Paramount+. Every week Bryan, Zach, Carlyn, and Tim get together to discuss the current season as well as reminisce about old seasons. We talk gameplay, strategy, drama, eliminations, challenges and make guesses as to who will go far in the show. We're a spoiler-free podcast, so enjoy without worrying about spoiling! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-pod ...
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Enter the amazing world of Avatar through the official companion podcast, Avatar: Braving the Elements from Nickelodeon. Join hosts Janet Varney (the voice of “Korra”) and Dante Basco (the voice of “Prince Zuko”) each week as they re-watch every episode of Avatar: The Last Airbender then break down key themes, notable battles, and behind-the-scenes trivia you can’t get anywhere else. Special guests from cast members to producers join them to explore elements of the Avatarverse, including the ...
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Stand up comedian veteran Steve Byrne (writer/director of "The Opening Act", "Sullivan & Son", multiple hour specials) comes to you each week from New York City with a rotating panel of stand up comedians and entertainers as they watch stand up comedy clips together, rate them and crown a winner. The clips spur on a vast array of conversations but most importantly, lots of laughs. Tune in each week to see who will join Steve and who will win Comedy Pinata!
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Dive into part two of the most epic escape! Janet and Dante are once again joined by episode writers May Chan and Josh Hamilton for the twists and turns of ‘The Boiling Rock: Part 2’. We see just how much ‘Uncle Warden’ gets into everyone’s business, talk about the least ideal place to run into an ex, and catch yet another surprise appearance of ev…
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From Admiral Zhao to the Fire Lord himself, Team Avatar has had their fair share of fiery foes - but how do we really feel about their greatest enemies? Ethan Schulteis joins Janet and Dante for a lively discussion drilling down into some of the adversaries we've met in Books One, Two, and Three. Who’s the most fun? Who deserves redemption? And how…
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Things really start to heat up (literally) as Zuko and Sokka venture out on an impromptu, secret rescue mission to save Sokka’s father in, “The Boiling Rock: Part 1”. Uncover more behind-the-scenes info as Janet and Dante are joined by episode writers May Chan and Josh Hamilton, who reminisce about the inception of this tense, thrilling adventure. …
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Janet & Dante are joined by Avatar insider, Angela Song-Mueller, and fashion student Valerie Bortolutti, for an in depth discussion about the fashion of the Avatarverse. From Angela's work designing character wardrobe for the beloved animated series, to Valerie's real-life fashion line inspired by her love of Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Lege…
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Master of all four elements, in the house! Voice of Aang, Zach Tyler Eisen, returns for another huge fan-favorite episode. We know Twinkle Toes has got some moves, but what other members of Team Avatar can keep up with his fancy footwork? And more importantly, can Janet convince Dante and Zach to attempt the Dragon Dance themselves? Find out, as th…
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We're closing in on the final with very few chances to get that star. This time around its a men's elimination and stakes are high. Some want to get their star, some want to avoid elimination at all costs. Final starts next week, who has their stars? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the…
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Co-creator Bryan Konietzko drops in to talk about the design of some of our favorite characters from the Avatarverse. He gives Janet and Dante some true insider info about what went into the choices that made these characters so visually dynamic, recognizable, and iconic; from the beginnings of Avatar the Last Airbender, to the first drafts of The …
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Hello, iconic episode here! Janet and Dante hide out at ‘The Western Air Temple’ with Avatar writer, Tim Hedrick. Together, they discuss animals that are not just animals but also verbs, the most memorable lines from the episode, and their opinions on what might be a misuse of Katara’s healing water. Dante and Janet share their personal boomerang h…
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Think you know Avatar? Put your knowledge to the test with Janet and Dante as they’re joined by two superfans for some FIRE trivia made by one of the biggest Avatar enthusiasts we know - Janet! We find out who really remembers their fictional musical instruments from the Four Nations, and put Dante in the hot seat to judge fans’ best impressions of…
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Hold on to your ostrich horses - we’re back with ‘Day of Black Sun Part 2’! Janet and Dante are once again joined by friend and Avatar aficionado, Hector Navarro, to collectively scream over this mid-eclipse twist, as Team Avatar finally makes their way to the Fire Lord’s secret underground bunker only to find Princess Azula sitting smugly on her f…
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Get your eclipse glasses ready - Janet, Dante, and Avatar aficionado, Hector Navarro, are catching up with the Gaang in, ‘Day of Black Sun Part 1’. With the arrival of some familiar faces and fancy new gadgets, Team Avatar is ready to bring the fight to the Fire Lord’s doorstep, but what trouble awaits on the other side of the palace gates? Who kno…
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In this episode, the hosts discuss the fourth and fifth episodes of The Challenge: All Stars. They talk about the challenge called 'Unbraided Reloaded' and the dynamics within the teams. They also discuss the toxic relationship between Laurel and Nicole, and the politicking strategies of the players. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.…
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Janet and Dante are joined by OG Avatar superfans to talk about their best character recreations from the show, their ultimate dream cosplays, and the coolest group cosplay they’ve seen at a con to date. We hear about DJ Dante’s most uncomfortable fit, and the gang deliberates the best character from the Avatarverse to bring to a party (SPOILER ALE…
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Revisit the most stressful episode of Book 3, ‘Nightmares and Daydreams’ with Janet, Dante, and…Azula?? Not quite, but it IS the iconic voice actress behind this most delightful and nightmarish princess, Grey DeLisle! With the solar eclipse only a handful of days away, Team Avatar sets camp at the meeting spot for the invasion force. Everyone prepa…
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Scary ghost stories, creepy dark woods, and an eerie little town in the Fire Nation…what could possibly go wrong? Dive into this fan favorite ep with Janet & Dante as they are joined by storyboard artist & director Joaquim Dos Santos. We hear some insider info about alternate titles for the episode and all the ways the original series broke the rul…
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We cover the introduction of the cast members for The Challenge: All Stars 4. We talk about the nostalgia-inducing intro, the camaraderie among the cast, and the dynamics between Leroy and Kam. We talk about the return of familiar faces like Flora, Kefla, Rachel, and Cara. We're excited for the All Stars seasons and the overall positive vibe of the…
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Nerd out with Janet, Dante, and two superfans as they talk about all things Avatar - from which show characters they would want on their team for a 48-hour film challenge, to the impact of the thoughtful representation of disabilities in the Avatarverse. We’ll learn a bit about the origins of extreme martial arts from real-life Korra (a title besto…
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All Stars 4 is about to start and we run down the cast of this season and introduce a new opportunity for all of our listeners to participate in the show this season. Listen along and find out how. Then check out challengedpod.com to join in. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/challenged-a-podcast-about-the-challen…
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Janet and Dante are thrilled to welcome back Michaela Jill Murphy, the original voice of everyone’s favorite earthbending melon lord, Toph. We’ll uncover more golden nuggets from Dante’s past (y’all ever seen a pre-teen do a 3 card monte?) and discuss the one person you NEVER want to pull a scam with. Find out what happens when cheating a cheater g…
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What’s it like to be besties with the Avatar? Who gave Roku his lewk? Are there any good folks in the Fire Nation?? Answers to these questions and more as Janet, Dante and special guest, Ify Nwadiwe dive into, ‘The Avatar and the Firelord’. We’ll catch up with Aang as he receives yet another very specific calendar ask from his predecessor, Avatar R…
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Big burly men with lovely lady legs, iconic superheroes, and more - all in a day’s work for a storyboard artist and director, and this episode Janet and Dante are joined by one of the best, Lauren Montgomery! Lauren gives a behind-the-scenes scoop on a couple animal hybrids that didn’t quite make the cut, and shares her very surprising favorite shi…
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Join Zuko, Azula, and the girlies for a bit of sun, a little relaxation, and just a touch of ambition for total world domination. We’ll get a taste of the trials and tribulations of Fire Nation teens, and witness a touching moment between siblings that *almost* convinces Dante that Azula means well. Almost. Guests Olivia Hack (voice of Ty Lee) and …
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Leaves from vines and secret tunnels - feel all the feelings with Janet and Dante as they are joined by composer, Jeremy Zuckerman and original show editor, Jeff Adams to talk about the Avatar live concert tour and the iconic music that makes us laugh and makes us cry (especially Janet). We’ll hear more about Jeremy's super airbending music powers …
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Space rocks, training montages, and Fire Nation shopping sprees - there is never a dull day on a road trip with Team Avatar. In ‘Sokka’s Master’ we follow the journey of our favorite (and only) non-bending member of the Gaang as he discovers his own unique strengths and learns the skill of the blade. And who better to join this Sokka-focused side q…
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