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Survivor: 47 Recaps and Interviews from former Survivor, Rob Cesternino

  • 1 hour 27 minutes
    Club Condo Survivor 48 Ep 2

    Club Condo Survivor 48 Ep 2

    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.

    Rob Cesternino and Chappell dive into episode 2 of Survivor 48.

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    10 March 2025, 11:00 pm
  • 1 hour 36 minutes
    Jessica Liese on Survivor B&B: S48 Ep 2

    Jessica Liese on Survivor B&B: S48 Ep 2

    With a new Survivor season upon us, it’s time for Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas to re-open the RHAP B&B! On the B&B, Mike and Liana are inspired by the lighter side of Survivor, featuring a series of segments and games based on what’s happening on Survivor that week. This week, Mike and Liana are joined by Jessica Liese for Episode 2!

    This week’s charity shoutout is Planned Parenthood, which delivers vital reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of people worldwide. Click here to make a donation.

    If you have any suggestions for games or feedback for the B&B, feel free to reach out to us on social media or email rhapbnb [at] gmail [dot] com. We look forward to hopefully another fun season!

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    9 March 2025, 7:48 pm
  • 1 hour 32 minutes
    Survivor Global: Re-Gaming Vula & This Week’s Gender Discourse | Season 48 Episode 2 with Tessa O’Halloran

    Survivor Global: Re-Gaming Vula & This Week’s Gender Discourse | Season 48 Episode 2 with Tessa O’Halloran

    Survivor Global host Shannon Guss chats to Australian Survivor’s Tessa O’Halloran about the new tribe structures, the players’ Hogwarts houses, this week’s social media gender discourse and the big vote of episode 2.

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    9 March 2025, 4:59 am
  • 1 hour 53 minutes
    Why ___ Lost: Survivor 48 Ep 2 with Jordan Kalish

    Why ___ Lost: Survivor 48 Ep 2 with Jordan Kalish

    David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis are back to discuss the second vote of Survivor 48, and they have special guest Jordan Kalish to help break it all down! Kevin looked ahead in the game and didn’t like what he saw. He worried that if they voted out Mary, he’d be on next. But he didn’t exactly fix the problem! Did he have good reasons for making his move or should he have sat back and let Mary go? At RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why Kevin Lost.

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    8 March 2025, 8:28 am
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
    Purple Pants Podcast | Idol Finds and Alliance Blindsides

    Purple Pants Podcast | Idol Finds and Alliance Blindsides

    The baby boys are back for another dose of Survivor News! Join @BriceIzyah, @WendellHolland, @JackAtkins21, and Survivor 47’s @romethehost as they dive into all the twists and turns of Survivor 48 Episode 2. The Lagi tribe is bonding, but Star’s Beware Advantage stirs up drama. Over at Civa, lighthearted talk about “humble traits” quickly gives way to serious gameplay when Kyle finds an advantage and Kamilla deciphers its code. Meanwhile, Vula takes a hit at the immunity challenge, leading to a jaw-dropping blindside at Tribal. Who’s sitting pretty, and who’s in trouble? Tune in for all the strategy, laughs, and blindsides as the season heats up! Tickets are available now for BWP Tour 48: briceandwen.com You can also watch along on Brice Izyah’s YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed 
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    7 March 2025, 1:34 pm
  • 1 hour 59 minutes
    Tevin Davis Recaps Survivor 48 Ep 2

    Tevin Davis Recaps Survivor 48 Ep 2

    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.

    Rob Cesternino welcomes back Survivor 46 alum Tevin Davis to break down the second episode of Survivor 48. The duo dives deep into the chaotic tribal council that sent shockwaves through the Vula tribe and examines the evolving dynamics across all three camps.

    Rob and Tevin dissect Sai’s gameplay, questioning whether her bold moves will pay off or lead to her downfall. They explore Star’s precarious position in the Lagi tribe and discuss the potential impact of her beware advantage find. The conversation shifts to the Siva tribe, where Mitch’s challenge dominance and likability are raising red flags among his tribemates.

    Rob and Tevin discuss:

    • Sai’s confrontational style at tribal council and its impact on her long-term game

    • Star’s struggle to integrate with her tribe and her strategic use of the beware advantage

    • Mitch’s challenge performance and the double-edged sword of early success

    • The complexities of navigating pre-merge tribal dynamics in the new era of Survivor

    • Tevin’s unique perspective on the emotional and strategic challenges faced by current players

    Topic by Timestamps
    0:00 Intros
    4:12 Tevin’s Post-Survivor Journey
    8:53 Analyzing Vula Tribe’s Dynamics
    13:16 Sai’s Gameplay and Social Challenges
    17:27 Kevin’s Elimination and Strategy
    21:51 Star’s Position on Lagi Tribe
    26:58 Kyle and Kamilla’s Beware Advantage
    32:34 Lagi Tribe’s Unique Dynamics
    38:49 Journey Twist and Player Reactions
    44:47 Siva Tribe’s Bonding Moments
    50:33 David’s Potential Impact on Siva
    56:38 Mitch’s Rising Threat Level
    1:01:32 Reunion Show Location Debate
    1:06:58 Kamala Harris on Survivor 50
    1:13:05 Tevin’s Shrek Movie Critique
    1:18:34 Tevin’s Future Reality TV Plans
    1:23:26 Rhapping Up

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    6 March 2025, 11:28 pm
  • 47 minutes 38 seconds
    Exit Interview: Second Player Voted Out Survivor 48

    Exit Interview: Second Player Voted Out Survivor 48

    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 welcomes Kevin Leung for an exit interview following his early departure from Survivor 48. The two dive into Kevin’s brief but eventful five-day journey, exploring the challenges he faced and the strategic moves that led to his elimination.

    Kevin opens up about the physical and emotional toll of his dislocated shoulder, revealing how it impacted his gameplay and forced him to hide his pain from tribemates. Rob and Kevin discuss the chaotic dynamics of the Vula tribe, including Kevin’s attempt to blindside Sai and the formation of a men’s alliance that ultimately turned against him. Kevin also reflects on his iconic “dive around the world” moment and the lasting impact of his Survivor experience.

    • Kevin’s struggle to balance injury recovery with strategic gameplay
    • The formation and dissolution of the men’s alliance on Vula
    • Kevin’s plan to flush Sai’s idol and why it didn’t come to fruition
    • The emotional journey of applying for Survivor as an Asian-American fan
    • Kevin’s perspective on being viewed as a strategic threat by his tribemates

    Tune in to hear Kevin’s full account of his Survivor 48 journey and the lessons learned from his time on the island.

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    6 March 2025, 5:09 pm
  • 1 hour 2 minutes
    Know-It-Alls: Survivor 48 Ep 2

    Know-It-Alls: Survivor 48 Ep 2

    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

    This week, Rob and Stephen discuss Survivor 48 episode 2!

    The episode kicks off with a deep dive into the Vula tribe’s decision to blindside Kevin. Rob and Stephen explore how Sai managed to flip the vote, drawing comparisons to Boston Rob’s legendary moves. They also discuss the importance of Sai’s social bond with Cedrek, which played a crucial role in her survival. Moving on to the Laggy tribe, the hosts analyze Star’s precarious position as an outsider with a Beware Advantage, pondering the strategic implications of her next moves. The Siva tribe’s dynamics are also under the microscope, with a focus on the emerging alliance between Kyle and Kamilla and the potential impact of their found advantages.

    Rob and Stephen Discuss:
    – Sai’s strategic maneuver to flip the vote against Kevin
    – Star’s outsider status and the Beware Advantage on the Lagi tribe
    – The budding alliance between Kyle and Kamilla on the Siva tribe
    – Stephen’s “Fishy Award” goes to Sai for her strategic gameplay
    – Speculation on future Survivor format changes and upcoming content

    Topics by Time Code:
    0:00 Intros
    4:05 Kevin’s Shocking Blindside
    8:13 Mary’s Lost Vote Dilemma
    12:14 Justin’s Pivotal Decision
    16:35 Judge Justin’s Yale Connection
    21:43 Vula Tribe’s Impending Collapse
    26:42 Laggi’s Strategic Intrigue
    31:29 Siva’s Quirky Bonding Moments
    36:38 Ranking Survivor Duos
    43:02 Fishy Award Deliberations
    47:25 Sai’s Masterful Gameplay
    51:51 Heroes vs Villains Flashback
    54:46 Outros

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    6 March 2025, 2:35 am
  • 2 hours 2 minutes
    T-Bird Talks the Survivor 48 Premiere

    T-Bird Talks the Survivor 48 Premiere

    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 T-Bird discuss the Survivor 48 premiere!

    Rob Cesternino and Teresa “T-Bird” Cooper dive into the premiere episode of Survivor 48, offering insights and reflections on the new cast and dynamics. T-Bird, a Survivor: Africa alum, shares her excitement about the new season and the diverse personalities of the contestants. She praises the casting team for assembling a phenomenal group of players, each bringing unique energy to the game.

    The discussion highlights several key players and moments from the two-hour premiere. T-Bird is particularly impressed by Sai’s aggressive gameplay, noting her strategic move to form an alliance with three male contestants by involving them in idol hunting. This contrasts with Star’s solo approach, which left her isolated from her tribe.

    T-Bird also shares her personal connections with some of the new players, having reached out to welcome them to the Survivor family. She mentions receiving warm responses from many, including Bianca, who shared a nostalgic photo from a Survivor: Africa watch party.

    The conversation touches on the emotional and psychological challenges of Survivor, with T-Bird reflecting on the importance of forming genuine connections and alliances. She admires Stephanie’s positive attitude despite her early exit, attributing her departure to bad luck rather than poor gameplay.

    Rob and T-Bird also discuss the alliances forming across the tribes, such as the “California Girls” alliance and the bond between Kamilla and Kyle over mistrust of another player. They note the different strategies players use to navigate the game, from forming alliances based on trust to leveraging social skills.

    As the season unfolds, T-Bird expresses her admiration for the players’ resilience and determination, drawing parallels to her own Survivor experience. She looks forward to seeing how the dynamics evolve and which strategies will ultimately lead to success.

    Rob and T-Bird discuss:
    – Sai’s strategic move to form an alliance by involving others in idol hunting
    – Star’s isolated approach to idol searching and its impact on her game
    – The formation of the “California Girls” alliance and its potential influence
    – Stephanie’s positive attitude despite her early exit from the game
    – T-Bird’s personal connections with new players and their responses

    For more insights and analysis, listen to the full episode with Rob and T-Bird as they explore the intricacies of Survivor 48.

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    4 March 2025, 12:01 pm
  • 1 hour 23 minutes
    Club Condo Survivor 48 Premiere

    Club Condo Survivor 48 Premiere

    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.

    Rob Cesternino and Chappell dive into the premiere of Survivor 48. Joined by former Survivor contestant Brandon Donlin, they explore the standout moments and social media buzz surrounding the episode. With Sai Hughley making waves and Jeff Probst at the center of a controversy, there’s plenty to discuss.

    The hosts kick off with Sai’s impressive debut, noting her record-breaking 21 confessionals. The conversation shifts to a misquoted statement by Jeff Probst, sparking a discussion on the importance of context in social media reactions. Later, they delve into David Kinne’s “three questions” game, pondering what personal preferences reveal about players ( robhasawebsite.com/kinnequiz). Brandon Donlin wraps up the episode with a fun game, guessing Survivor contestants’ preferences.

    Rob, Chappell and Brandon discuss:

    – Sai Hughley’s record 21 confessionals and memorable quotes

    – Jeff Probst’s misquote controversy and its social media impact

    – David Kinne’s “three questions” game and its strategic implications

    – Brandon Donlin’s game on contestants’ preferences

    – The dynamic presence of Star and Eva

    Topics by Time Stamp:
    0:00 Intros
    10:23 Sai’s Record-Breaking Confessional Count
    20:46 Jeff Probst Quote Controversy Explained
    31:09 David’s Three Personality Questions Game
    41:34 Star Updates Twitter Account Highlights
    51:56 Brandon Joins for Kinne Quiz
    1:02:52 Favorite Movies and Steak Preferences
    1:12:27 Wrap-Up

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    4 March 2025, 12:00 am
  • 48 minutes 32 seconds
    Purple Pants Podcast | You Don’t Sai
    Tune in to Split The Vote, the ultimate Survivor Superfan podcast, hosted by Tim and Rob! In Episode 1, we debate #SteakGate, take on a challenge, hand out awards, and answer your questions! Tap in throughout the season and enjoy this Purple pants powered podcast for the Posse! @Timstagramb @Splitthevotepodcast
    3 March 2025, 1:29 pm
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