Best Beth Stolarczyk Podcasts (2025)

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Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan: “Getting Real 101” 52:25

10d ago52:25

52:25

Reality television pioneers Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan reminisce about their 101 podcast episodes and discuss their favorite guests and moments. They ask each other some really difficult and thought-provoking questions about life. Also, how do Robert De Niro and Rodney Dangerfield fit into thisconversation? Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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Eric Nies: “This Is Why We Ride The Dragon” 58:04

3d ago58:04

58:04

Eric Nies is the world’s first reality star. Eric appeared as the prominent cast member on MTV’s “The Real World: New York” before hosting MTV’s “The Grind”. The three OG Real World personalities dive deep into the behind-the-scenes of their respective Real World Homecomings and the spiritual journey that Eric has been on these last many years. Bet…

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Coral Smith: “I Don’t Wrestle" Part 1 52:53

11d ago52:53

52:53

The most legendary cast member from MTV’s "The Real World" & "MTV’s The Challenge" is GETTING REAL with Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk. We haven’t seen Coral since MTV's "The Gauntlet 3” in 2008, and now we know why. We talk about this, Mike "The Miz”, Theo Von, and if she would ever do another reality TV show. Coral drops a couple of BOMBSHELL secr…

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Mark Long: “The Godfather of Reality Television” 1:03:10

17d ago1:03:10

1:03:10

“The Godfather” of reality tv, Mark Long, joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan for their 100th episode of Getting Real With Jon & Beth. Mark is one of the executive producers of The Challenge All Stars and is the most beloved cast member of MTV’s Road Rules series. He shares the entire story of the #WeWantOGs movement that sparked the nostalgic an…

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Mark Marcuse: “Manager Of Reality Stars” 58:14

17d ago58:14

58:14

Marc Marcuse - reality TV talent manager, chops it up with Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan talk about his debut on Average Joe on NBC, Jonny FairPlay, gifting sweets, and what it takes to get cast on a Reality TV show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk

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Coral Smith: “I Don’t Wrestle” Part 2 1:08:05

1M ago1:08:05

1:08:05

Coral joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan on the "Getting Real With Jon and Beth" podcast for Part 2. If you liked Part 1, then you'd better buckle up. The reality legend drops some bombshell surprises again and discusses who is on her Mt. Rushmore of The Challenge. Coral reveals if she is willing to come back to “The Challenge All Stars” and wha…

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Bucky Heard: “My Best Days” 52:07

2M ago52:07

52:07

Bucky Heard, singer with the Righteous Brothers (Yes, that Righteous Brothers!), drops by Getting Real With Jon and Beth to discuss withBeth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan talk about how he became a member of the legendary band and his brand new solo release “My Best Days,” which is streaming now everywhere. The music video is incredible and drops July…

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Glen Naessens: “Glen In The Kitchen” 1:04:10

2M ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan welcome their Real World roommate Glen Naessens to the podcast. The roommates discuss music, reality TV, and their current lives. Get ready to stop being polite and start getting real…again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk

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Tokyo Parker: “Acting Is The New Reality” 1:02:35

2M ago1:02:35

1:02:35

Tokyo Parker, Cast member of MTV's The Real World New Orleans, MTV's The Challenge, and MTV's The Real World Homecoming series, gets real with Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk. We discuss The Traitors season 4, Rachel Zoe and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, reality TV fame, Kelley Wolf, Billy Bush, and Scott Wolf. Learn more about your ad choice…

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Irene McGee: “The Flaw of The Real World” 56:10

2M ago56:10

56:10

Irene McGee from MTV’s "The Real World: Seattle" joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan to discuss "How real is The Real World?" Irene describes the process of how she was cast on the show and why she says she was cast. The reality pioneers talk about the emotional balance needed to be on the show and what her life is like now. All three agree that …

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Derek Frazier: “Big Brother 23 Runner Up” 47:42

2M ago47:42

47:42

Derek Frazier of Big Brother season 23 fame joins Jon Brennanand Beth Stolarczyk for a tremendous conversation about reality television, then and now. Derek co-hosts his own podcast “Reality Tea” on the Heavy Crown Network. He shares details about the “Cookout Alliance” on Big Brother and talks to Jon and Beth about what it was like to live with Ta…

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UR Boy Butter: “I Likes The Cougs” 48:46

3M ago48:46

48:46

Butter Fortney, aka “UR Boy Butter,” joins Jon Brennan andBeth Stolarczyk on the podcast to tell stories of his journey from growing up in Ohio to becoming a recording artist and producer in country music. Butter’s band, Trailer Choir, was signed to Toby Keith’s record label, Show Dog Nashville, and now he hosts an incredibly entertaining live show…

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Joe Kelly: “Turkey Pot Pie” 53:03

3M ago53:03

53:03

Nashville music mogul Joe Kelly joins the podcast for an insightful conversation about his journey to becoming President of CDX Nashville and CDX Records. Joe has been in the music business for 40 years and has changed his strategies to coincide with the changes in the times of the ever-changing music industry. He discusses why he chose not to meet…

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David Edwards: “I Exited Stage Left” 43:25

3M ago43:25

43:25

The Real World Los Angeles’s legendary roommate, David Edwards, joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan to hash out the “Real World Homecoming” and why he left the show for the second time. He talks about being a Pawpaw and how he feels blessed, including being part of a dysfunctional reality cast. He tells behind-the-scenes events we didn’t know abo…

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Phillip Solomon: “Motivated By Melanin And Spite” 49:28

3M ago49:28

49:28

Phillip Solomon from “Deal or No Deal Island” season 2 joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan will discuss how he got cast on the show, the crash course swimming lessons to prepare, and outfit planning. He gives us details on the daily shooting schedule, the living conditions, and behind-the-scenes comments about how Dr. Will ended up on the island.…

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Herrick: “Country Soul On The Rocks” 43:49

4M ago43:49

43:49

The band “Herrick” joins Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk with a live podcast recording from Rock N Pod Expo 2025 in Music City, Nashville, TN! The band members discuss their new single release, “Underneath That Old Cowboy Hat” and why they describe their sound as “Country Soul On The Rocks”. Hear the backstory from one of Nashville’s hottest new ba…

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Sarah Rice & Susie Meister: “BRAIN CANDY - A Podcast Mashup” 1:33:32

4M ago1:33:32

1:33:32

A Road Ruler and 3 Real Worlders collaborate for this ultimate podcast mashup. "Brain Candy" and "Getting Real With Jon & Beth" podcasts have a joint round table to discuss old school reality origins and backstories you never knew. Sarah Rice (MTV’s “The Real World: Brooklyn”, “The Challenge”), Susie Meister (MTV’s “Road Rules: Down Under”, “The Ch…

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Lori Regan: “The Real World: Back To New York” 42:49

4M ago42:49

42:49

Lori Regan, roommate and cast member of MTV’s “The Real World: Back To New York” is our guest on the podcast episode this week. She shares with Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan share their experiences living with Coral, Mike “The Miz”, Malik, and the rest of her cast on the pioneer reality show as well as “The Challenge”. Learn more about your ad ch…

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Lauren-Blair Donovan: “I Fancy Myself A Dinosaur” 52:06

4M ago52:06

52:06

Content creator, Lauren-Blair Donovan sits in on the podcast with Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk to discuss her posts on social media regarding “The Challenge” and “All Stars”. Blair discusses her desire to have been on The Real World and her thoughts on the Homecoming shows. Beth reveals her conversations with Coral on The Gauntlet 3 and Blair te…

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Katie Cooley: “See Yourself in 3rd Person” 57:05

5M ago57:05

57:05

Katie Cooley joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan to discuss her latest stint on The Challenge All Stars 5: Rivals! The Road Rules OG talks about her relationship with Veronica and how to keep your cool during a reality show competition. She gets specific about strategies, regrets, fears and victories. Beth realizes that Veronica was not out to ge…

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Nicole Zanatta: “Fighting Fire With Fire" 49:44

5M ago49:44

49:44

Nicole Zanatta: “Fighting Fire With Fire" Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk’s guest is Nicole Zanatta of MTV’s The Real World, MTV’s The Challenge, and MTV’s The Challenge All Stars 5. Nicole spills the tea on how she navigates her way through a reality competition show. We discuss Melissa Reeves, Amber Borzotra, Frank Sweeney Fox, and many others. Lea…

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Fessy Shafaat “Challenge Fessy” 55:04

5M ago55:04

55:04

Faysal Shafaat, known as Fessy, chops it up with Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan about his initial audition for Survivor, only to be cast onto Big Brother and become an icon of The Challenge! He talks about strategy, training, and diet before being surprised by a special, unannounced guest during the conversation here on this podcast episode. Learn…

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Devin Walker: “I Am Timelessly Handsome” 1:08:20

5M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Devin Walker details how he went from MTV’s “Are You The One?” to being a mainstay on “The Challenge”. Devin shares the skinny with Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk about Leroy’s character and Dario’s breath. He is an expert in strategy on competition games and has proven so by becoming a Challenge Champion in a past season. This episode dissects “T…

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Frank Sweeney Fox: “Snake or Charming Fox?" 49:13

5M ago49:13

49:13

Frank Sweeney Fox shares with Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan the strategy he has learned from studying Traitors and being a student of the Housewives and how he is now applying that while competing on “The Challenge All Stars 5: Rivals,” which is currently airing each Wednesday on MTV. Frank is confident and has been accused of being a snake with …

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Sam McGinn: “My All-Star Return” 41:42

6M ago41:42

41:42

Sam McGinn returns to the Getting Real With Jon & Beth podcast to tell Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan about her early awaited return back to MTV’s “The Challenge All Stars 5: Rivals”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk

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Adam Larson: “The New GOAT & Functional Movement” 54:23

6M ago54:23

54:23

Adam Larson returns to Getting Real With Jon & Beth to discuss his return to The Challenge All Stars 5: Rivals! He describes Beth Stolarczyk’s puppy cry as they competed on a platform 55 stories high in the first daily challenge. Jon Brennan deems him the new GOAT on the scene and a “True Story” OG of The Challenge franchise. Now that Beth and Jonn…

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Amber Borzotra: “Amber B is an ALL-STAR" 54:54

6M ago54:54

54:54

MTV’s The Challenge All Stars 5 cast member Amber Borzotra is "Getting Real" with Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk. She shares her reasons for her game moves and how she ended up on CBS' "Big Brother" show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk

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The Challenge All-Stars 5: Rivals Episode 1 Recap. - Beth Stolarczyk & Jonna Mannion” 51:02

6M ago51:02

51:02

"Getting Real" podcast hosts Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan discuss episode 1 of The Challenge All-Stars 5: Rivals. They discuss the cast, the rival pairs, and the first competition. Jon compliments Beth’s willingness to apologize on camera to Jonna face to face for the past and Beth explains the complications of being partnered with someone who s…

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Tori Gwinn: “OG Road Rules & Challenge" 54:11

7M ago54:11

54:11

Tori Gwinn from MTV's Road Rules: Viewers Revenge, The Gauntlet 3, The Duel 2, and The Challenge Cutthroat is our OG guest. We discuss her wins, experiences, and coming full circle in life outside of the show. Is she interested in being on The Challenge again? Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan love having true pioneers on the podcast! Learn more abou…

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Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan: “RIVALS - MTV The Challenge All Stars 5” 42:02

7M ago42:02

42:02

As “The Challenge All Stars” returns to the MTV Network, Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan give a run down on each competitor as they break down the cast. Beth wonders who she might be matched up with as a rival and Jon reminds her that she has “so many to choose from.” The Challenge All Stars 5: RIVALS premieres Wednesday, January 29, 2025, on MTV L…

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Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan: “Los Angeles Wildfire” 35:22

7M ago35:22

35:22

Reality pioneers Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan discuss the tragic wildfires in Los Angeles, California. Los Angeles is's current hometown for Beth and the location where she and Jon were part of the groundbreaking cast on season two of MTV’s “The Real World”. Beth describes what living in LA County is like as the Santa Ana winds blow wildfire all…

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Marc Agboka: “Music And Mental Health” 39:44

7M ago39:44

39:44

Wellness and Recovery specialist, YouTube vlogger and motivational speaker Marc Agboka joins cohosts Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk for an honest podcast discussion. They talk mental health and fitness and how it applies to all of us in life, even reality stars. Beth chimes in and exposes that Wes and Bananas’ feud is fabricated just for social me…

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Kevin Lee: “Reality TV’s Executive Producer” 54:27

8M ago54:27

54:27

Kevin Lee is an Executive Producer of reality shows such as The Real Housewives of Orange County, The Simple Life, The Summit, The Challenge, Road Rules, The Real World, The Real World Homecoming (New York, Los Angeles, and New Orleans), and many more! Kevin shares with Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan who his favorite reality stars are, stories abo…

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Jason Cornwell: “The Real World: Boston OG” 50:40

8M ago50:40

50:40

Jason Cornwell of Cornwell Casting and old school cast member from MTV’s “The Real World: Boston” and early season of “The Challenge” joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan for a candid conversation about the early days of reality television. He shares his tactic for avoiding conflict…" I’m Paul and that’s between y’all”. Jason shares as a casting a…

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Bobby Trendy: "It’s So Luxurious! " 48:50

8M ago48:50

48:50

TV personality and Interior designer to the stars is spilling tea to Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan about his favorite clients and his love for Kathy Hilton and her fabulous parties. We also discuss his time on The Anna Nicole show as well as Lisa Vanderpump. Which Real Housewife of Beverly Hills owes him 15k? Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…

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Irene Suttner: “Real World Travels” 53:33

8M ago53:33

53:33

Irene Suttner is welcomed back to the “Getting Real With Jon And Beth” podcast for a great visit where old roommates catch up. They talk about the pros and cons of “The Real World Homecoming” and discuss places they may all be traveling to together in the future. You can find more information on Irene’s endeavors at: realworldtravelswithirene.com i…

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Beth Stolarczyk, Jon Brennan, Syrus Yarborough: “I Choose Not To Want To Know” 47:13

9M ago47:13

47:13

Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan discuss holiday food until Syrus drops in. The friends catch up and talk about footsie on The Challenge, Tenderoni, and Real World cast members in Presidential Cabinet roles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk

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Fatemeh Gholtoghian : "Producers Gotta Produce" 1:03:31

9M ago1:03:31

1:03:31

Fatemeh Gholtoghian joins reality stars Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan for a packed conversation about what it is like behind the scenes as a talent producer on MTV's The Challenge, The Challenge All Stars, The Simple Life, Vanderpump Villa, and The Shahs of Sunset. We discuss the Kardashians and Fatemehs' preconceived apprehensions and notions ab…

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Ruthie Alcaide & Sam McGinn: “A Real World Season Crossover” 48:20

9M ago48:20

48:20

Temporary roommates Ruthie Alcaide of “The Real World Hawaii” and Sam McGinn from “The Real World San Diego” join Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan for the ultimate Real World season crossover! This conversation gets intriguing as these OG legends discuss how members from different seasons become friends and why Ruthie is crashing at Sam’s place for …

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Sam McGinn - “Battle of The Seasons Champ“ 35:58

9M ago35:58

35:58

Sam McGinn of MTV’s The Real World San Diego and MTV’s The Challenge catches up with Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk. She shares her reality tv story and what she thinks about doing another Challenge or The Challenge All Stars in the future. True Story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Lacey Hanmer: "The Real World Austin" 53:37

9M ago53:37

53:37

Lacey Hanmer discusses her thoughts about reality TV stardom and whether she would say yes to a Real World Homecoming show or The Challenge All-Stars. She is getting real with Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk

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Mark Chrispy: “Chrispy Creator” 50:43

10M ago50:43

50:43

Video Creator Mark Christie, aka Mark Chrispy (@mark_chrispy), joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan for a chat about social media and how how he began watching “The Challenge” and “The Real World” in reverse order! Mark is a big fan of hosts Beth and Jon and he is able to give them pointers as to how he accumulated over 1.5 million followers on Yo…

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Adam Rank: "NFL Network, Fantasy Football" 1:02:15

10M ago1:02:15

1:02:15

Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk mash it up with Adam Rank, "NFL Fantasy Live" and "Good Morning Football" as well as host of " The Sick Podcast". We chat about The Challenge 40 stars, CT, Jordan Wiseley, Aneesa Ferreira, Cory Wharton, Johnny Bananas, Wes Bergmann, and more as Adam Rank gives us his list of Fantasy Challenge All-Stars. Adam “Ranks” …

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Pierre Bacall: “A Big Boy With A Pretty Face” 58:01

10M ago58:01

58:01

Pierre Bacall is the sidekick co-host of the Zach Nichols Podcast that breaks down MTV / Paramount+’s “The Challenge”. Pierre joins Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk for a great podcast episode about how The Challenge started and evolved. He also discusses if he would ever want to participate or if he is just satisfied with podcasting about it. It’s …

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Julius Maddox: “Irregular Strength, 782 lbs” 52:37

10M ago52:37

52:37

Julius Maddox is known worldwide as a powerlifter who is the world record holder in the bench press. Actually, he is the 4X world record holder having broken his own record 4 times! Julius Maddox discusses with Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk his experiences growing up as a troubled young man battling mental health issues, and toxic masculinity, an…

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Jodi Thomas: “Love Island Casting” 46:36

11M ago46:36

46:36

Wanna get cast on Peacock's original 'LOVE ISLANDUSA' but don't know how to get on the show? Jodi Thomas, The Casting Director for LOVE ISLAND USA, shares casting secrets on how to get cast on the show and discusses what they are looking for in future cast members. We also discuss Olivia Ann Kaiser, Nurys Mateo, and MTV's The Challenge 40. Jon Bren…

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Montana McGlynn: MTV’s “The Real World Boston” & “The Challenge” shows 45:45

11M ago45:45

45:45

Montana gets candid with Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk about her reality TV experience and shares what she is doing now and who she keeps in touch with. This OG is one of the best! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk

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Neal McCoy: “Country Hits & Angel Network” 45:45

11M ago45:45

45:45

Country music hitmaker Neal McCoy joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan for an entertaining visit where they discuss his numerous hit radio singles and the random times Jon ran into him out on tour. For eight years Neal McCoy has been broadcasting live on Facebook his “Pledge Allegiance To The Flag” and you can join him daily on his official Facebo…

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Leah Gillingwater - MTV’s The Real World Paris 41:51

11M ago41:51

41:51

Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk gets major Tea about cast members from The Real World Paris. CT, Adam, Ace, Mallory, Christina, and Simon. Leah opens up about MTV's The Challenge, Bravo and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, The Real Housewives of Orange County, and what’s going on with Kyle Richards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…

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Aviv Melmed: “MTV's The Challenge 40” 42:26

12M ago42:26

42:26

Aviv Melmed is MTV's Fresh Meat Challenge Champion with Darrell Taylor. She’s representing Era 2 on The Challenge 40. Aviv is getting real with her thoughts about her experience and what it takes to be a Champion on The Challenge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk

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