Johnny Donovan shares about his love for working with reality TV stars from The Real Housewives, MTV's The Challenge, Teen Mom, and The Jersey Shore shows. He gets real about what it takes to make it in this business and also what it takes to get cast on a reality TV show. Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk are getting real with this socialite extraordinaire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dom is Getting Real with Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk speaking for the first time in over 30 years about his MTV 90s days, why he didn’t participate in The Real World Homecoming Los Angeles with Paramount Plus, and his love for music and Manchester United. Would he ever consider being in front of the camera in the future?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Syrus Yarbrough from MTV’s “The Real World: Boston” and “The Challenge All-Stars” returns to the “Getting Real With Jon And Beth” podcast with old friends Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan.  Syrus gives the hosts a lesson on Drake’s music and they discuss light and dark skin tones in African and African American cultures.  He goes on to describe his extended vacation with his wife after filming “The Challenge” in South Africa as an alternate and the process in being called up into the game!  These three reality OGs talk about “The Real World” and “Road Rules” competitors being a different breed than the other reality crossover contestants. Syrus also reveals to us why he is the luckiest man in the world!  Welcome back, Syrus, TV’s 1st Black Reality Star! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the original MTV “Real World vs Road Rules Challenge”, “Road Rules: Down Under” and “Challenge All-Stars 4”, Kefla Hare joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan for a very enlightening and positive discussion about his experience on the last Challenge, teaching in school, and his approach to negative influences in life!   Kefla is described by Jon as “Salt of the Earth” and Beth reminisces about her time many years ago competing against Kefla on the first Challenge ever! This is a TRUE STORY about 3 undeniable OG’s talking about then…and now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon Nelson from MTV’s “The Challenge: Fresh Meat” and “Challenge All-Stars 2” & “Challenge All-Stars 4” joins Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarcyzk for some very interesting details about AS4.  Beth and Jon have never met Brandon but his discussion get’s very, very good! He discusses Ayanna’s drama, including things that did not get aired, and reads a test message from his phone from Ace. Then Brandon flips the script on the hosts and asks Beth two VERY dynamic questions that everyone has been wanting to ask her and say to her! Beth gives very thorough answers and clears the air once and for all with ALL the background info! This is the “Tea” you want! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Wern from TLC’s “Love In Paradise” (season 3) and “The Family Chantel” joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan to discuss reality television, respiratory therapy, clickbait, and future reality shows he may appear on! Scott describes what it was like to watch Beth and Jon on “The Real World” and talks details about being defamed on the reality shows he has appeared on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Flora Alekseyeva (The Real World: Miami, The Challenge) returns to the podcast hosted by Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan as she gets to the nitty gritty about her opinions of Cara Maria, Jasmine and Tina from her stint on Paramount+ “The Challenge All-Stars 4”.  This comes shortly after a social media feud between Flora and Tina that got pretty nasty!  Flora does not mince words nor does she hold back. She gets heated and says it all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paulie Calafiore: “Too Grown For This” Paulie Calafiore of CBS’s “Big Brother” and MTV’s “The Challenge” brings the TEA and gives his opinions on The Challenge All-Stars 4.  He discusses with hosts Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan how his girlfriend of six years, Cara Maria, is treated by the “mean girls” and how he thinks some people need to hit the gym before they appear on a challenge.  Beth recalls some former cast members calling her old, fat and ugly.  Jon adds his impression of today’s modern reality stars.  This becomes a true “No Holds Barred” conversation you do not want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aron Barbell from NBC’s "Deal Or No Deal Island” joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan for a candid conversation about his journey on the new and very popular smash hit competition show’s first season. He discusses his “bromance” with Boston Rob from Survivor and gives advice to Beth about how to “make friends” with other competitors on the show she often appears on, MTV / Paramount+’s “The Challenge”. He goes into depth about his strategy, who he trusted and didn’t trust, who he liked and didn’t like and whether or not he thinks his castmates underestimated him or not.  This episode has one of reality television’s newest stars talking about the genre to two of reality’s oldest stars! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Berk talks about Pamela Anderson, Tommy Lee, Carmen Electra, and David Hasselhoff, and how he created The Baywatch TV series and Baywatch Movies. Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan pitch a few reality stars who they think would be great casting choices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ace Amerson talks about being the country boy from Georgia on MTV’s “The Real World: Paris” in 2003, his first appearance on “The Challenge: Inferno 3” and “Real World All-Stars 4”!!  He discusses how he wanted to be on reality TV only after watching Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk on their season of The Real World and has a unique perspective on Beth’s kindness which often gets overlooked.  Beth expresses that she had a crush on Ace and Ace confesses a man crush on Jon.  Beth is forced to choose between Eric Nies and Ace.  They compare their experiences on The Real World vs The Challenge and discuss the possibility of a Real World: Paris Homecoming.  He goes on to describe his current projects and what his daily life is like now and his apparent love for Cindy Lauper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam is Back on The Challenge! Adam Larson from MTV’s “Road Rules: The Quest” and Paramount+'s “The Challenge: All-Stars 4” join Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan for a great trip down memory lane.  The conversation quickly turns to The Challenge production immediately after 911 and All-Stars 4! Adam is now a father of two girls and says he is hardly ever recognized in public by the show.  Jon and Adam try to lure Beth away from California to the South.  Beth continuously comments about how handsome Adam is and it gets … awkward… And she explains why she calls Nehemiah her “Tenderoni”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you get cast on American Idol? Producers from American Idol give you all the tips you need to master your Audition. Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk welcome Patrick Lynn, American Idol Supervising Producer, and Lynly Ehrlich, American Idol Casting Producer. We talk about Clay Aiken and Beth pitches a new show idea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Genesis Keefer: “I Love Jazz” From the Boston season of MTV’s “The Real World”, Genesis Moss joins hosts Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan as they reminisce their experiences on the very early days of living in a house with roommates and their experiences on the early days of “The Challenge”.  The discussion turns to their “dream casts” for each franchise and catching up on what Genesis’ life has been like since the last time we saw her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Executive Television Producer, Billy Rainey,  joins reality TV’s Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan to discuss the early days of MTV’s making of “The Real World” and “Road Rules”.  Billy tells how they literally blew up the Winnebago on Road Rules and how he came up through the ranks of being the “Head of Audio” on The Real World: San Francisco, working on the London season, to being the Executive Producer of The Real World: Miami.  Billy tells stories about the creation of the very successful series “Punk’d” on MTV, national TV commercials, and his latest role as a teacher at Nashville Film Institute and producer of Jon’s new music video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Herzog was President of MTV Productions during the heyday of MTV’s greatest success including days of “The Real World”, ‘Remote Control”, “Club MTV”, “Jon Stewart Show”, “Road Rules”, “MTV Movie Awards” and tons of other programs! He is an American television executive and formerly the president of Viacom Music and Entertainment Group, he oversaw MTV, VH1, Logo TV, Comedy Central, Palladia, TV Land, and Spike. Herzog has been credited with evolving the MTV brand by steering the network away from music-related programming. Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan have a very nostalgic conversation with him about many happenings at MTV in the 90’s and the idea of basic cable. They discuss the huge change in the industry and what set these changes into motion. You’ll love this BTS insight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nathan Blackburn from the 7th season of MTV’s “The Real World: Seattle” joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan to discuss his experience on reality TV, his substance addictions, abuse, homelessness, and finding God at a retreat.  Nathaniel talks about his transformation and becoming a husband and father of twins! Nathaniel founded True North Retreats and you can find information at https://www.truenorthretreats.org/ All this week on Getting Real with Jon and Beth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Executive Producer & Casting Director of shows like “The Challenge”, “Road Rules” and “House of Villians” joins Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan for a behind-the-scenes point of view of how reality shows are cast and planned! Lisa Fletcher discusses the very specific methods used to select cast members and reveals a lot of the logistical preparation involved in pulling off these shows for viewers to enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of reality TV’s most recognizable faces! Josh Martinez, “Big Brother” winner & MTV “The Challenge” superstar joins reality television pioneers, Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan, for a powerful conversation about the up-and-down journey of being a reality personality. Josh gets very candid about his experiences on both shows and shares his favorite moments on these shows! He also discusses his drive to make it to a final and conquer “The Challenge”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professional soccer player turned reality star Horacio Gutierrez joins Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan to discuss how he made the leap from sports to television! He has become one of reality television’s most likable and most popular personalities and competitors. They discuss his determination when his cast mates continually attempt to eliminate him and how he responds! This is one of TV’s nicest guys ever and it is impossible not to cheer for him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Norman, one of reality television’s original 7 cast members, from season 1 of MTV’s “The Real World” joins Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan to describe his newest artwork. Support the Kickstarter campaign and pre-order your book today to help take this project to the next level of success!  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/737096508/techno-color-reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The “Road Rules Semester At Sea” OG turned “The Challenge All-Stars” legend joins Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan for a tremendous episode of “Getting Real”.  Ayanna reveals her cancer diagnosis, treatment, and what it’s like for her and her children on this uncertain journey.  Courageously she wants to relay a message to females and males that could be life-saving and her faith and perspective on her illness is very moving!  The Challenge family and viewers have rallied around her and you can contribute to the GoFundMe campaign that has been started on her behalf. Support Ayanna and her children here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/ayanna-we-got-your-back-beat-cancer https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/breast-cancer/about/what-is-breast-cancer.html http://www.can http://www.cancer.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ramon Yslas is a member of the mega super group CHICAGO.  He is a producer, composer, and percussionist having played with Paul Stanley, Christina Aguilera, Willie Nelson, Jessica Simpson, and many others!  This episode is full of incredible stories of iconic musicians he has met and spent time with, and shared the stage with.  Join Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan as they talk to Ray about his life on the road and at home in his studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jodi Weatherton, MTV's The Challenge 40 is our guest. We chat about her history on The Challenge and Road Rules Extreme, Mark Long, Johnny Bananas, Jenny West, Cara Maria Sorbello, and her favorite music. Jodi gets real about how she really feels about Beth Stolarczyk from the early Challenge days on The Gauntlet 2/ Inferno 2, and The Duel. Jon Brennan and Jodi talk about her favorite music and her thoughts on other challenge cast members. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Realty ICON, Ruthie Alcaide,  is one of MTV’s “The Real World” (Hawaii season) & The Challenge / The Challenge All-Stars most memorable and beloved cast members.  She talks to Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan about her strategies and pointers and training she gave to other competitors.  If you like OLD SCHOOL nostalgia you will love this conversation with a true OG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan chat with the author of “Supreme Models” and “Supreme Actresses”, about his new book, “Supreme Sirens”. Marcellas Reynolds also dishes about his reality tv past on CBS “Big Brother”, Julie Chen, and his association with MTVs “The Real World” cast members. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reality television OGs Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan talk with legendary BMX OG and 23-year host of MTV’s “The Challenge”, TJ Lavin.  They discuss the crazy behind the scenes making of this amazing competition reality show and the absurdity of how he made the leap from BMX / X Games star to host of the best competition show in the history of television and streaming! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan chat with the President of Bunim-Murray Productions, Julie Pizzi. Julie takes us on a journey back to the mid-'90s, sharing her early days at Bunim-Murray. They discuss MTV, "The Challenge All Stars", "The Real World Homecoming", and if she has any favorite cast members. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shooter Jennings is a 3X Grammy Award-winning record producer, songwriter, and artist having produced superstars Brandi Carlile, Tanya Tucker, Yelawolf, and many others. He loves watching Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan on “The Real World” and “The Challenge”! Shooter is the son of legendary country music icons Waylon Jennings & Jessi Colter and in this episode, he reveals that he would love to produce an Oasis comeback record! Beth Stolarczyk suggests a collaboration with Shooter Jennings, Julian Lennon, and Brandi Carlile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk dive into the holiday spirit with candid discussions about the joys and challenges of the season. From heartwarming anecdotes to human reflections, they explore real experiences that make Christmas special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Judd Winick is an author, comic, cartoonist and pioneer of reality television having been a main cast member of MTV’s “The Real World: San Francisco” in 1994.  His children’s graphic novel series “HILO” is on The New York Times Best Sellers List!  This episode is jam-packed with laughter, nostalgia, emotion, and memories as they discuss the life and death of his MTV roommate, Pedro Zamora, and meeting his wife, Dr. Pam Ling, on the show! Hosts Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan have a blast with their guest and fellow Real Worlder. https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Norman Korpi is one of the 7 ORIGINAL reality stars from the very first season ever of a reality television show, MTV’s “The Real World” in New York.  When talking about reality television, he was first.  Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan visit with their old friend and talk about how it all began, reunions, and old school season of “The Challenge”.  Norman has super exciting projects in the works and shares it all! After 32 years the world still loves Norm!! https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Yager, co-host of “The Challenge Mania” Podcast, joins Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan for a great analysis of the current “Challenge” and gets Beth all riled up! Don’t sleep on this episode! Sparks fly as Jon has to get everyone to simmer back down and chillax! This gets real. Look out, The Real World OGs are about to stop being polite… https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Getting Real With Jon & Beth are thrilled to be joined by KENNEDY who was an MTV VJ and host of MTV’s “Alternative Nation” in the 1990s.  Nowadays she is a regular on FoxNews’ “Outnumbered”, “Gutfeld”, “The Five” and “Fox News Saturday Night”. Also, you can find her podcast “Kennedy Saves The World”. Join us for this nostalgic and fun conversation as we blast into the past and enjoy a great conversation. https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emilee Fitzpatrick (@iwantmyemtv) from MTV's The Real World Cancun is GETTING REAL WITH JON & BETH. We discuss her MTV roots, alternate life in THE CHALLENGE and THE CHALLENGE ALL STARS, her BFF friends, her love for Beth's Eyelusion Lashes Beverly Hills, and what inspired her to try out for a reality show. Jon Brennan and Beth Stolarczyk get up close and personal with this MTV reality TV star who continues to shine bright. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"The Roles are Reversed” Jon and Beth welcome Mike Lewis from The Mike Lewis Podcast! Mike is usually the one asking the questions on his podcast to “The Challenge” & “Real World” participants and has become a favorite among podcasts to listen to. He gives an interesting perspective. He is an “insider” in knowledge about reality stars and podcasting. This is our 11th episode…while The Mike Lewis Podcast approaches its 200th episode and is looking for a special guest for the mile marker! Jon has an idea... https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonny Fairplay from "Survivor" and E!’s “House of Villains” join Beth & Jon to talk about reality TV then vs now, Survivor, wrestling, and House of Villains! This reality icon has a ton of insight into reality and entertainment and is a jam-packed conversation with our hosts, who are also reality television OGs and icons. You can catch Jonny Fairplay in person at many upcoming events by visiting villaintix.com and jonnyfairplay.com  Follow him on Instagram and TwitterX @jonnyfairplay. https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jon Murray - Co-Creator & Executive Producer of Bunim Murray Productions Jon talks to us about his experiences creating The Real World and The Kardashians. We also ask if any more reunions are coming our way… https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Getting Real Exclusive- Eric Nies- The Real World NY and The Challenge shows Eric shares a highly personal story about why he decided to walk away from the mega-hit show, MTV’s The Grind… He talks about his personal experience as the 1st reality tv star, the fame, reuniting with his cast, and what he is doing now. https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Teck Holmes is a breath. of fresh air and unexpected hilarity. This actor, filmmaker, comedian and DJ got his start on “The Real World Hawaii” on MTV and continues to make appearances on “The Challenge All-Stars”. Get ready for anything when fun loving Teck is around! https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Follow him at: Teck Holmes (@teckholmes) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Kunitz- Executive Producer/Creator Fear Factor & Wipe Out and now @dealornodealtv Deal Or No Deal Island on NBC! Matt goes back in time to discuss his first job working on The Real World in 1993 to being a successful TV producer! Check out this exciting episode of “Getting Real With Jon & Beth”!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I DON’T EVEN CARE “Fiesty” Katie Cooley- Reality TV Star Road Rules and The Challenge Shows Jon & Beth get candid with one of our favorite Road Rules OGs. Who would she choose to be on a challenge with her? Is she still interested in doing another challenge? Beth opens up regarding a recent struggle with her kids and the phone/social media. https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tokyo Parker: The Real World New Orleans (formerly known as David- now Panda Boy) We talk about Love, Music, reality tv, and what makes him happy. An inspiring chat to make you feel sunny side up for the rest of the day. “Whatever position your sun or moon is in, I bid you that glorious moment!” https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Syrus Yarbrough- The Real World & The Challenge shows joins Jon & Beth to reminisce about the show...and being Reality TV’s 1st Black Reality Star. https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Irene, Beth A., and Glen share their Real World experience from 1993 and reuniting again after 30 years, 1993-present time. Join Jon and Beth for our very first episode! https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The host of the new podcast “Talking Chocolates”, Vince Lanni, joins Beth Stolarczyk & Jon Brennan for a conversation about leadership in the hospitality industry, his charity efforts, and the honky-tonk nightlife in Nashville. Vince is a huge fan of “The Challenge” and gives Beth some great advice from a fan’s perspective!  Jon thinks Beth has chosen the wrong key as she sings her potential walk-out song if she was a professional wrestler. This alone is worth tuning in for. True Story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Flora Alekseyeva- The Real World: Miami & The Challenge shows We catch up with one of reality TV’s favorite OG stars who is unapologetically fierce on TV and in real life. She gets candid about her love of being a successful entrepreneur. https://linktr.ee/gettingrealwithjonandbeth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reality TV star pioneers Jon Brennan & Beth Stolarczyk from MTV’s The Real World and Challenge give an insiders perspective on reality TV, music, pop culture and real life. Take a walk down nostalgia lane to present time as they get into real unfiltered one on one conversations Get ready for a roller-coaster of emotions and thoughts as they feature a lineup of star-studded guests ranging from Syrus, the 1st Black Reality Star from ‘The Challenge,’ to Doug Herzog, Former President of MTV & Fox Television. Expect vibrant discussions, revealing interviews, and a whole lot of heart. Proud Part of Pantheon Podcasts. New episode very Monday. Don’t miss the fun—follow today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trishelle Canatella from The Real World: Las Vegas, The Challenge, The Surreal Life, Fear Factor, Below Deck, and Traitors joins Beth Stolarcyzk and Jon Brennan for a very candid conversation about all of reality television.  She discusses why she is not on The Challenge 40, why Beth would be perfect for Traitors, and what her best and worst experiences are on all of her reality journeys.  Trishelle gets very REAL about the differences in how different networks and production companies treat the talent on various shows.  Truly this gal knows the ropes and has the expertise to give insight regarding decades of the development of reality shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From “Jake’s Take” podcast, Jacob Elyachar joins Beth Stolarczyk and Jon Brennan to celebrate his 300th podcast episode milestone!  Jacob has an unmatched knowledge of reality shows such as “Survivor”, “American Idol”, “Dancing With The Stars”, “The Masked Singer”, “America’s Got Talent” and “The Challenge”!!! He knows all the old-school personalities and is basically a “reality expert!”  Growing up his parents would not allow him to watch “The Real World”, however.  You can check out all of his podcast episodes at jakes-take.com and also on his official YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices