Rob Cesternino Knows Reality TV, Covering Survivor, Big Brother, The Amazing Race and All things Reality TV since 2010
Welcome to the RHAP Survivor Post-Game Show! Coming to you the day after Survivor 48 episode, Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino), two-time Survivor player, is joined each week by a special guest to recap everything that happened in the episode.
This week, Rob Cesternino is joined by Christian Hubicki from Survivor David vs. Goliath to discuss episode 6 of Survivor 48. The pair dive deep into the strategic implications of the new power alliance and the potential for unexpected blindsides as the game enters its crucial phase.
Christian brings his unique scientific perspective to analyze the merge dynamics, focusing on the challenges of navigating a 13-person tribe. He and Rob discuss the formation of a potential power alliance centered around honor and loyalty, drawing parallels to Christian’s own experience with the short-lived “Strike Force” alliance in his season. They explore the precarious positions of players like Mary, who finds herself on the outskirts but potentially poised to make moves as the larger alliance inevitably fractures.
Rob and Christian discuss:
– The impact of Eva’s public idol on her gameplay and perception by other players
– Kyle and Kamilla’s partnership and its potential to shape the post-merge game
– Mary’s impressive challenge performance and under-the-radar strategy
– The evolving meta of merge votes and the tendency to target “chaotic” players
– Christian’s scientific breakdown of Mary’s mud-sliding technique in the challenge
Topics by Timestamp:
00:00 Intros
05:35 Mary’s Mud-Sliding Technique Explained
13:43 Star’s Comforting Moment with Cedrek
21:22 Eva’s Public Idol Dilemma
28:54 Merge Vote Dynamics Analyzed
36:35 Kyle and Kamilla’s Potential
44:42 Sai’s Gameplay and Confessionals
52:53 Charity’s Exit and Positioning
1:01:11 Department Chair Survivor Players
1:09:23 Tribal Council Mood Analysis
1:17:34 Christian’s Blackjack Strategy
1:25:49 Blood on the Clock Tower
1:34:17 Christian’s Robotics Insights
1:42:43 Bristol Scale Discussion
1:50:50 Christian’s Book Recommendations
1:58:53 Outros
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Jessica Liese, and Mike Bloom are back for another incredible journey around the world watching The Amazing Race! Our TAR experts will be back with a recap each and every week! Make sure to also tune into our weekly exit interview with the eliminated team.
In this episode, Jessica speaks to the sixth team eliminated from Season 37.
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LISTEN: Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed.Jessica Liese, and Mike Bloom are back for another incredible journey around the world watching The Amazing Race! Our TAR experts will be back with a recap each and every week! Make sure to also tune into our weekly exit interview with the eliminated team.
In this episode, Mike and Jessica recap episode 5 of Season 37.
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LISTEN: Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed.Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) interviews the latest castaway voted off the Survivor 48 island, followed by This Week In Survivor History with Jordan Kalish (@JordanKalish) where Rob plays against an RHAP patron.
Rob Cesternino sits down with Charity Nelms in this Survivor 48 exit interview. As a pre-season favorite, Charity’s early departure shocked many fans. Rob and Charity dive into the complexities of her short-lived game, exploring the disconnect between her intentions and how other players perceived her.
The interview kicks off with Charity reflecting on her Survivor experience, describing it as “the best time” of her life despite not winning. She opens up about her tribe dynamics, particularly her relationship with Kamilla and how a strategic conversation may have backfired. Rob and Charity also discuss the controversial moment when Star gave her idol to Eva, with Charity offering her unique perspective on the situation.
Rob and Charity discuss:
– Charity’s approach to questioning information, particularly Kyle’s challenge story
– The impact of Charity’s conversation with Kamilla about being on the bottom
– Dynamics surrounding Star’s idol transfer to Eva
– The “honor and integrity” narrative and its effect on gameplay
– Charity’s close bond with Mitch and its significance in her Survivor journey
Topics by timestamp:
0:00 Intros
4:35 Shot in the Dark Blackout
9:42 Milk Talk with David
13:22 Mitch: Lifelong Friend Worth Millions
17:31 TWISH
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Survivor is back, and so are the Survivor Know-It-Alls! Join Rob Cesternino and Stephen Fishbach as they break down all the strategy, blindsides, and big moves from Survivor 48.
Today, Rob and Stephen discuss Survivor 48 episode 6.
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Welcome to “Nothing But Netflix” with your hosts Rob Cesternino and Chappell! Get ready for an entertaining and insightful podcast where we dive deep into the world of Netflix shows.
This week, Chappell and special guest Scally discuss the episodes 4-6 of the new Netflix reality show, Million Dollar Secret.
“Million Dollar Secret” is an upcoming reality competition series premiering on Netflix on March 26, 2025. Hosted by Peter Serafinowicz, the show features 12 contestants staying at a luxurious lakeside estate, each receiving a mysterious box in their room. One box contains $1,000,000, and the contestant who finds it must keep their identity secret while others attempt to uncover it through various challenges and strategic gameplay. The series combines elements of deception, alliances, and suspense as participants vie for the grand prize.
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It’s time to take a trip back to the Old School! All season long, Rob Cesternino is bringing legendary Survivor alumni onto the podcast to break down Survivor 48 through the eyes of those who played in the game’s early days.
This week, Rob and Ron Clark discuss Survivor 48 episode 5!
Rob Cesternino catches up with Survivor: Edge of Extinction alum Ron Clark to break down the latest events of Survivor 48. The educator and former player shares his unique perspective on the game, offering insights into the current season’s dynamics and reflecting on his own Survivor journey.
Ron dives into the emotional moment between Joe and Eva during the immunity challenge, discussing its potential impact on their gameplay. He analyzes the strategic implications of their bond and how it might affect their positions in the game. Ron also shares his thoughts on Cedrek’s chaotic gameplay style, dubbing him the “Chaos King” and speculating on how it might play out in the long run.
Rob and Ron discuss:
– Ron’s take on Joe and Eva’s challenge moment and its strategic implications
– Cedrek’s unpredictable gameplay and its potential consequences
– The impact of social media on younger players’ social skills in Survivor
– Ron’s experience on the Edge of Extinction and how it shaped his view of the game
– Ron’s upcoming Survivor watch party featuring 60 former castaways
Topics by timestamp:
0:00 Intros
05:19 Ron’s TikTok Storytelling Success
10:24 Ron’s Thoughts on Survivor 48
15:58 Ron’s Survivor 38 Experience
21:14 Cedrek’s Chaotic Gameplay Discussed
26:26 Shauhin as Potential Winner
31:35 Ron’s Amazing Shake Competition
36:18 White Lotus Theories Explored
41:21 Ron’s Favorite New Era Players
46:11 Amazing Shake Global Competition
51:05 Ron’s Staff Plays The Traitors
55:27 Ron’s Survivor 38 What-Ifs
59:36 Edge of Extinction’s Legacy
1:04:52 Ron’s Gratitude for Survivor
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Rob Cesternino, Tyson Apostol, and Danny Bryson are back with another entertaining episode of News AF, where they dive into the week’s most peculiar and amusing stories.
Join your hosts Rob Cesternino, Tyson Apostol, and Danny Bryson as we dive into the weird and wonderful stories that caught our eye this week!
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Welcome to the Survivor Club Condo! Every week, Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) and Chappell (@chappells_show) will get together to chat about the Survivor episode in this light-hearted podcast.
Today, Rob and Chappell discuss episode 5 of Survivor 48.
Rob and Chappell unpack the emotional impact of Eva’s autism revelation and Star’s surprising decision to give away her idol. They analyze Cedrek’s unpredictable gameplay, which has both allies and enemies on edge.
Rob and Chappell discuss:
– Star’s bold move to give Eva her idol after Eva’s personal revelation
– Cedrek’s chaotic gameplay and its potential consequences
– The emotional weight of the Joe and Eva storyline
– David from Australian Survivor’s critique of the US version
As the pre-merge phase winds down, the question remains: Will Star’s act of kindness prove to be a game-changing move or a costly mistake?
Topics by timestamp:
0:00 Intros
04:00 Chappell Cries at Survivor
06:45 David’s Milk Euphoria on Reward
12:00 Sai on Twitter
16:00 Cedrek’s Decision
21:00 Cavities on Survivor
26:36 Sai with a Knife in the Ocean
29:00 Cedrek roasted on social media
32:38 Eva’s Autism Revelation to Star
35:50 Survivor AU David Roasts US Survivor
41:00 Survivor References on Abbott Elementary
46:00 Jeff Probst’s promo for Yellowstone
52:45 Survivor Social Media
57:30 Decoding Gabe’s Drawings
1:12:00 Merge-tory Debate and Boston Plans
Welcome to We Know The White Lotus, the RHAP podcast where Rob Cesternino and Josh Wigler serve up weekly recaps of The White Lotus Season 3! Each week, we’ll check into the newest luxury resort to dissect the scandals, secrets, and social satire that have made The White Lotus a must-watch sensation. From unexpected hookups to mysterious deaths, Rob and Josh are here to explore every twist, turn, and ominous clue. Join us as we sip Aperol Spritzes, unpack all the drama, and ask the ultimate question: Who won’t make it to checkout this season?
This week, Rob Cesternino and Josh Wigler discuss the season 3 episode 7 of The White Lotus.
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