There were certain angles to cover that came along with their characters, then there was who did what in that episode and we’d take it from there,” Esmer said. “We were writing based on who was picked as contestants. This is Esmer’s territory, as he provides the running commentary with Wipeout Canada’s other co-host, Jonathon Torrens. The contestant with the fastest time takes home $50,000.īut here the twist: all the action, inherently watchable as it may be, is set to a scripted soundtrack of wicked word play, pop-culture riffing bon mots and out-and-out jokes. The four left standing are pitted against the clock on a super-sized obstacle course that is a test of endurance, ability and, some would say, sanity. There are medal winners in the field of contestants that make up the athletes-themed episode.) The group of 20 is narrowed to a final four via the Qualifier round, followed by the Sweeper and the Dizzy Dummies. Phillips is the on-the-ground presence (feet firmly planted, thanks) on the show, which unleashes a group of Canadians on an obstacle course that would make even an Olympian look twice. Activate your Online Access Now Article content

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