About this episode
Derrick Kosinski and Scott Yager interview Jon Murray, the creator of iconic reality shows including The Challenge.
Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by the man who created it all...Jon Murray. Jon Murray is the M in BMP. The Murray in Bunim-Murray. He created Real World. He created Road Rules. He created The Challenge. He is responsible for Reality TV as we know and love it today. He joined us on the podcast a few years back but since many of you may have missed it we wanted to share it again. It is one of our favorite interviews. Any plugs, shows, Live Reads, or promos are likely out-dated so ignore those. This Interview is from March 2022. Enjoy! Up to date Live Show Schedule at www.ChallengeMania.Live Support the Podcast and get Bonus Content and other perks at www.ChallengeManiacs.com www.ChallengeMania.Shop for Swag!
People in this episode
Hosts: Derrick Kosinski, Scott Yager
Guest: Jon Murray
Topics covered
- Reality TV
- Interview
- Television history
- Challenge Mania
- Jon Murray
Keywords
- Challenge Mania
- Jon Murray
- Reality TV
- Real World
- Road Rules
- The Challenge
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Bunim-Murray
Books & works: Real World, Road Rules, The Challenge
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