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Susie Meister (born August 10, 1979) is an American reality television personality, podcast host, academic, and writer. She is best known for her appearances on MTV's Road Rules: Down Under[1] and The Challenge, where she participated in multiple seasons, including Extreme Challenge, The Gauntlet 2, The Inferno 3, and The Ruins. Meister was a two-time winner on The Challenge, earning over $100,000 in prize money.[2][3]
Early Life and Education
editBorn and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Meister joined Road Rules: Down Under at the age of 18, launching her reality TV career.[4] After several seasons on The Challenge, Meister shifted her focus to academia, earning a Ph.D. in Religious Studies from the University of Pittsburgh. Her doctoral research focused on evangelical Christianity in the United States.[5][6]
In addition to her academic pursuits, Meister has written extensively on topics such as media representation and gender, with her work appearing in Salon and other major publications.[7] In 2014, she delivered a TEDx talk titled, Thinking Inside The Box, at TEDx Grandview Ave.[8]
Reality Television Career
editMeister gained fame on MTV's Road Rules: Down Under, which followed her and her castmates as they traveled across Australia completing various missions. She became a regular competitor on MTV's The Challenge, where she earned a reputation as a strong and strategic competitor.[9] Meister won two seasons and made it to the finals twice, becoming a fan favorite in the process.[2] In addition to her appearances on the flagship show, Meister also competed on Road Rules: Viewer's Revenge, and in the 2010 spinoff titled, Spring Break Challenge, where her team took home first place.[10]
Beyond her wins, she has also been vocal about the behind-the-scenes aspects of reality TV, particularly regarding how production teams influence situations to enhance dramatic elements for viewers.[11] Her critiques have been featured in publications like Salon, where she discusses the pressures and ethical dilemmas faced by reality TV participants.[12] This blend of competition success and media critique has solidified her as an influential figure from her MTV days.[13]
Podcasting and Academic Career
editIn 2015, Meister co-founded The Brain Candy Podcast[14] with fellow MTV alum Sarah Rice. The podcast covers topics ranging from pop culture to science and personal growth, and has attracted a loyal audience with its blend of humor and intellectual insight. The Brain Candy Podcast[15] has received several recognitions in the podcasting community. Most notably, the show won the 2019 People's Choice Podcast Award in the "Society and Culture" category. This prestigious award highlights its impact on discussions about topics like science, psychology, and pop culture.[16][17] Additionally, the podcast has been a finalist in the 2024 Signal Awards, which recognize excellence in podcasting across various categories.[4]
Alongside her work in podcasting, Meister owns the WAVE Podcast Network and continues to engage in academic and media-related writing. Her articles in Salon and Medium have tackled subjects like the portrayal of women in reality TV and broader societal issues.[18][12]
Personal Life
editMeister is married to Adam Butler, whom she met while filming The Challenge. They have one son, Lincoln.[2]
References
edit- ^ "Susie Meister". IMDb. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ a b c Choi, Jessica (2022-12-22). "What Really Happened To The Challenge's Susie Meister?". Nicki Swift. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ "Photos from Stars of The Challenge: Where Are They Now?". E! Online. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ a b "The Ladies". The Brain Candy Podcast. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ TV, Buddy (2007-04-04). "Exclusive Interview with Susie Meister of Road Rules: Viewers Revenge". BuddyTV. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ TEDx Talks (2014-06-03). Thinking inside the box: Susie Meister at TEDxGrandviewAve. Retrieved 2024-10-22 – via YouTube.
- ^ Meister, Susie (2017-11-29). "TV star Susie Meister: My reality is our tragedy". Salon. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ TEDx Talks (2014-06-03). Thinking inside the box: Susie Meister at TEDxGrandviewAve. Retrieved 2024-10-22 – via YouTube.
- ^ Finkel, Lena (2022-04-03). "'The Challenge': The 13 Most Badass Female Contestants to Ever Compete on the Show". Femestella. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ "Road Rules 2007: Viewers' Revenge", Wikipedia, 2024-10-01, retrieved 2024-10-22
- ^ Wenzke, Ali (2020-02-20). "Susie Meister: From Road Rules to Brain Candy - The Art of Happy Moving". Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ a b Meister, Susie (March 28, 2018). "Cast Aside: Life After Reality TV". Medium.com. Retrieved October 22, 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "Ranking the 50 best players ever on MTV's 'The Challenge'". EW.com. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ https://thebraincandypodcast.com
- ^ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-candy-podcast/id591085268
- ^ "Podcast Awards - The People's Choice". www.podcastawards.com. 2024-04-17. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ "Brain Candy Podcast Live | University Center for International Studies". www.ucis.pitt.edu. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ "Susie Meister's Articles at Salon.com". www.salon.com. Retrieved 2024-10-22.