In this exclusive Beast Games 2 interview, Monika (Player 152) breaks down the strategy, pressure, and high-stakes decisions that made her one of the most talked-about competitors in the game. Monika shares what it really takes to play Beast Games at the highest level, from navigating alliances and betrayals to making moves that prioritize winning over being liked. She reveals behind-the-scenes moments the cameras didn’t show, dives into the mental game of competition, and explains how her approach shaped her entire Beast Games journey.

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0:00 welcome Monika player 152!

0:41 Monika’s Background

3:14 Monika’s Confidence & Strategy going into Beast Games

5:35 How Jim affects Monika’s Game + their showmance story

9:34 What it’s like to have your relationship criticized by the public

10:40 Was the relationship strategic? What other alliances did Monika have?

13:09 Obstacle + Captain Bribe Team dynamics

16:47 Why Monika didn’t want to take a bribe

19:26 Why Monika didn’t want to compete for the Island

23:19 Monika gave away her Cannonball

24:57 Choosing partners for Red Cubes

26:58 Getting Married on Beast Games

28:49 What it’s like living without a phone

32:33 Did Monika think Jim and JC would protect her in the Red Cubes?

35:08 Did you believe JC would 100% handcuff himself if he lost?

37:02 JC’s Redemption Arc

40:31 Monika’s choice to tell people if she was given the coin

41:50 How people changed once Monika had the coin

44:31 Strong Challenge Mentality and Strategy

45:54 Making False Promises

48:45 Was Monika Close to Falling at any point?

50:02 Competing 100 feet in the air

53:38 Is there a target on Monika’s back after episode 6?

54:21 Monika’s thoughts on the Smart Challenge

55:14 Does Jim overpower Monika’s Gameplay?

56:41 Monika’s influence on the Smart Challenge

58:20 Who Monika DIDN’T want to win the smart challenge

58:52 Was deciding the 3 eliminations difficult?

1:05:52 Embarrassing moments caught on camera

1:06:59 What Monika Regrets so far

1:07:41 Three words to describe the next episode (ep. 7)

1:09:05 Monika’s advice for future players

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In this episode, Jim Bent, Player 173 from Beast Games Season 2, talks about the moments everyone is wondering about. Jim walks us through the pressure, strategy, and emotions behind the $10 million coin deal, how his on-screen relationship with Monika affected his game, and how the game changes when the stakes reach this level. We also cover his journey so far, key moves, and what it’s really like competing when one choice can change everything.

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0:00 Welcome Jim player 173 to the podcast!

0:30 Jim’s background and how he got cast

1:23 How many players were actually MrBeast YouTube fans before going on the show?

3:30 What it was like to be cast on season 2

4:30 Was Jim confident going into Beast Games?

5:48 The start of Jim and Monika’s relationship

9:21 Was the relationship a strategic move?

10:23 Alliances and Team Dynamics episode 1-3

11:44 How Jim’s relationship affected his gameplay

14:40 Jim and JC’s friendship over time

17:29 Who was the biggest threat out of the OG’s?

19:04 Why did Jim and Monika split in episode 2 /challenge 2?

21:44 Lying in the Bluff Challenge

23:05 Jim targeting the all-girls team

24:55 Captain Bribe Suspicions

30:40 Would Jim take a $1 million bribe?

31:10 Why Jim didn’t compete for the island

33:46 What went down in Beast City during the Survivor Crossover episode

35:08 Wedding Day in Beast City

37:05 Ask for Anything - Episode 5

38:19 Why Jim and JC became so close

39:55 What was Jim and Monika’s strategy for cubes?

41:59 Did people avoid you and Monika when choosing their red cube partners?

42:33 JC redemption arc?

44:34 How long did the card game take?

45:50 What Jim wishes he asked for

46:55 Jim’s thoughts on other red cube situations

48:48 Jack and Sue Cube situation

52:41 Any regrets so far?

54:15 The misconception about Jim’s gameplay

56:28 Advice for future players

59:33 JIMWINZZ

About: Ava & Ivy is hosted by two best friends who met during Beast Games and now share unfiltered podcasts, vlogs, and reaction videos. From late-night talks to behind-the-scenes chaos, they bring realness, pop culture, and best friend energy to every video.

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Two-time American Ninja Warrior champion Vance joins us to break down his journey on Beast Games Season 2 and react to Episode 5. Vance also addresses rumors circulating, clears up misconceptions about his strategy, and explains what was really happening behind the scenes.

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0:00 Welcome Vance!

0:12 His background with American Nonja Warrior

02:11 Targeted cause of being on American Ninja Warrior?

03:45 Worried about Ian exposing him?

04:54 Was he going to take any bribes?

05:29 Rumor that got spread around

07:08 Betrayal while choosing teams

08:27 The Disadvantage of Being Young

09:28 Strategy for obstacle course

11:11 Would he have taken the million?

12:07 Would he have fought anyone?

12:57 Searching for cannonballs

14:52 Vance’s opinion on Survivor

15:41 Passing time in the city

16:18 Who was he rooting for?

16:46 Did he expect JC to win the island?

18:13 JC redemption arc

19:12 Tension after the island

20:18 A TIGER in the cube??

21:23 Choosing team for cubes

23:18 Did you know they were working against you?

25:34 Anything that surprised him?

26:35 Hardest part to rewatch

28:51 Eliminated because you’re a threat?

30:00 Do you regret not playing a better social game?

31:24 Are you still friends with Nick & Auguste?

31:54 Cubes Season 1 vs Season 2

34:21 How quickly rumors spread

35:18 Expectations based on season 1

35:50 Unseen conflict

36:48 Favorite BTS moment

38:33 Would he compete again?

39:23 Advice for future players?

41:20 Go follow Vance!

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