

RHAP: We Know Survivor
Survivor Know-It-All, Rob Cesternino
The deepest Survivor podcast on the internet. Rob Cesternino, two-time Survivor player (Amazon, All-Stars), Survivor Hall of Famer, leads RHAP’s dedicated Survivor feed with episode recaps, exit interviews, and strategy analysis all season long. After every episode of Survivor 50, Rob and Stephen Fishbach break it all down on Survivor Know-It-Alls. Eliminated players tell their real story in exclusive exit interviews. And the RHAP community weighs in with voicemails, draft episodes, cast assessments, and preseason previews. Also featuring: Mike Bloom, David Bloomberg, Jessica Lewis, Liana Boraas, Shannon Guss, and a rotating roster of Survivor players and superfans. Currently covering Survivor 50, the all-returnee 25th anniversary season premiering February 25, 2026 on CBS. New episodes each day during Survivor 50
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Oct 17, 2025 • 1h 33min
Purple Pants Podcast: T.G.I.S.(Thank God Issa Swap)
Purple Pants Podcast: T.G.I.S.(Thank God Issa Swap)
Survivor News is back and the game just got flipped! Brice, Wendell, and Jack are breaking down all the twists and turns of Survivor 49, episode 4 — “Go Kick Rocks, Bro.” From the unexpected swap to shifting alliances and bold power plays, the guys dive deep into who’s thriving, who’s barely surviving, and which player’s move had everyone gagged. Expect laughs, strategy talk, and plenty of chaos as the crew unpacks another wild week on the island.
Tickets are now available for Brice and Wen 49 Survivor Watch Party Tour!
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Oct 16, 2025 • 41min
Exit Interview: Fifth Elimination on Survivor 49
Exit Interview: Fifth Elimination on Survivor 49
Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) interviews the latest castaway voted off the Survivor 49 island, followed by This Week In Survivor History with Jordan Kalish (@JordanKalish) where Rob plays against an RHAP patron.
Today, Rob speaks with the fifth castaway voted out of Survivor 49.
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Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 10min
Know-It-Alls: Survivor 49 Ep 4 Recap
Know-It-Alls: Survivor 49 Ep 4 Recap
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 49.
Today, Rob Cesternino and Stephen Fishbach discuss Survivor 49 episode 4.
Join Stephen for a live digital Q&A on October 23 at 7 pm ET, with autographed copies of Escape!. Sign up here: https://talkshop.live/watch/y4rjZRFPRX_N
To pre-order Stephen’s novel Escape!, visit stephenfishbach.com
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Oct 14, 2025 • 1h 31min
Survivor 49 Ep 3 B&B Recap w/ Pooya
Survivor 49 Ep 3 B&B Recap w/ Pooya
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.
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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@gmail.com.
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Oct 14, 2025 • 1h 17min
Troy “Troyzan” Robertson Talks Survivor 49 Ep 3
Troy “Troyzan” Robertson Talks Survivor 49 Ep 3
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 49 through the eyes of those who played in the game’s early days.
This week, Rob and Survivor: One World and Survivor: Game Changers competitor, Troy “Troyzan” Robertson, sit down to talk about Survivor 49 episode 3.
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Oct 11, 2025 • 1h 46min
Why ___ Lost: Survivor 49 Ep 3
Why ___ Lost: Survivor 49 Ep 3
Jake was taken out by a snake! While that’s not uncommon on Survivor, it’s usually a metaphor! Meanwhile Jeremiah was not in as good a spot as he thought he was, even before Jake was gone. How did each of them do in the lead-up to getting taken out? And what would likely have happened this week if Jake had stuck around? Survivor 43’s Lindsay Carmine once again joins David Bloomberg to talk through both players. At RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why Jeremiah and Jake Lost.
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Oct 10, 2025 • 19min
Exit Interview: Third Player Eliminated Survivor 49
Exit Interview: Third Player Eliminated Survivor 49
Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) interviews the latest castaway voted off the Survivor 49 island, followed by This Week In Survivor History with Jordan Kalish (@JordanKalish) where Rob plays against an RHAP patron.
Rob Cesternino sits down with Jake Latimer, the latest player to leave Survivor 49 following a medical evacuation. In this exit interview, Jake opens up about the emotional toll of his early departure and the silver lining of making it home just in time for his child’s birth.
Jake reflects on his unfinished business in the game, detailing his strong alliances with Sophie and Alex. He reveals the strategy behind his “shoe bandit” antics, explaining how it served as both personal entertainment and a way to observe his tribemates’ reactions to chaos. Jake also discusses his tribe’s challenge struggles, particularly their difficulties with puzzles despite physical prowess.
Rob and Jake discuss:
– Jake’s alliance with Sophi was his true “ride or die”
– The “shoe bandit” strategy was more extensive than shown on TV
– Jake’s near-win in the Journey challenge against Jawan
– Openness to returning to Survivor to complete his unfinished game
Chapters:
0:00 Jake’s Medical Evacuation
2:17 Emotional Impact of Early Exit
4:00 Dad’s Reaction to Jake’s Journey
5:29 Jeremiah Was the Target
6:11 Jake’s Secret Alliance Strategy
7:36 Jake’s Final Three Plan
8:07 Origin of the Shoe Bandit
10:18 Jake’s Cross-Tribe Connections
11:46 Tribe’s Challenge Struggles
12:45 Jake’s Eagerness for Second Chance
14:03 Jake Reflects on His Edit
14:52 Outpouring of Fan Support
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Oct 10, 2025 • 1h 26min
Survivor Global: Survivor 49 Ep 3 with Kiran Naidoo and Dino Paulo
Survivor Global: Survivor 49 Ep 3 with Kiran Naidoo and Dino Paulo
Survivor Global host Shannon Guss speaks to Survivor South Africa’s Kiran Naidoo and Dino Paulo about episode 3 of Survivor 49. The trio discuss the vote, the medical episode, the state of the season and some big news at the end of the podcast.
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Oct 10, 2025 • 1h 16min
Purple Pants Podcast | Bitten by the Game
Purple Pants Podcast | Bitten by the Game
Brice and Jack are back with this week’s Survivor News, and whew, Episode 3 of Survivor 49 was one for the books! From a shocking snake bite that turned into a terrifying medical evacuation to blindsides that left jaws on the floor, this episode had everything. The guys break down the chaos, the strategy, and the emotional fallout from one of the wildest hours of Survivor in years. You already know—it’s messy, it’s dramatic, and it’s giving Survivor at its absolute best!
Tickets are now available for Brice and Wen 49 Survivor Watch Party Tour! Grab your tickets here:https://briceandwenpresent.flite.city
You can also watch along on Brice Izyah’s YouTube channel to watch us break it all down
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Oct 9, 2025 • 1h 11min
Survivor 49 Ep 3 NYC Live Show
Survivor 49 Ep 3 NYC Live Show
Welcome to the RHAP LIVE Show! Coming to you LIVE from the Tribeca Performing Arts Center, Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) is joined by a rolling panel of Survivor alumni to break down the episode.
Rob Cesternino hosts a thrilling live edition of Know-It-Alls for Survivor 49, joined by a star-studded cast of former contestants. The episode dives deep into the shocking snake bite incident that led to Jake’s medevac and the strategic implications for the remaining players.
The show features multiple panels of Survivor alums, each offering unique perspectives on the episode’s events. From the medical analysis of the snake bite to the evolution of group idol hunting in the new era, Rob and his guests explore every angle of the game.
The panel discusses:
– Impact of Jake’s medevac on tribal dynamics
– Sophi and Alex’s strategic maneuvering at tribal council
– Pros and cons of group idol hunting
– Challenges faced by two-person tribes
– Evolution of Beware Advantages in the new era
As the tribes prepare for a potential swap, questions linger about Sophi and Alex’s alliance. Will their united front at tribal council hold up under the scrutiny of new tribemates?
Chapters:
0:00 Live from Tribeca Performing Arts Center
3:37 Snake Attack on Survivor 49
8:13 Medical Analysis of Snake Bite
15:10 Alex’s Idol Play Decision
22:24 New Era Survivors Panel
32:21 Middle Era Survivors Panel
43:51 OG New Era Survivors Panel
52:52 Group Idol Hunting Phenomenon
59:25 Survivor Rulebook Revelations
1:05:57 Jeff’s Challenge Announcement Controversy
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