

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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Sep 14, 2025 • 2h 5min
Why ___ Lost: Survivor 49 Cast Preview
Why ___ Lost: Survivor 49 Cast Preview
Survivor 49 is coming so it’s time for the Why ___ Lost preview as David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis take a look at all the new players in a focused review of how they predict each will do in terms of David’s rules for winning Survivor and in the game overall. Who do they think will do well? Who may be voted out early and why? And who does each choose as the most likely winner? It’s time to find out in the Why ___ Lost Survivor 49 preview!
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Sep 12, 2025 • 27min
Survivor AU: Australia V World | Cirie Fields Interview
Survivor AU: Australia V World | Cirie Fields Interview
We Know Global Survivor host Shannon Guss speaks to Cirie Fields after her game in Australian Survivor V World.
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Sep 10, 2025 • 1h 19min
Survivor 49 Hina Tribe Preview
Survivor 49 Hina Tribe Preview
Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) and Mike Bloom (@AMikeBloomType) are here to share their reactions to the Survivor 49 Hina Tribe consisting of Jason Treul, Kristina Mills, Matt Williams, Steven Ramm, MC Chukwujekwu, and Sophie Segreti!
Rob Cesternino and Mike Bloom dive into the dynamics of Survivor 49’s Hina tribe in this pre-season preview. The duo analyzes the six castaways who will make up the yellow tribe, exploring their backgrounds, potential strategies, and how they might interact on the island.
Rob and Mike break down each Hina tribe member, from Jason the law clerk and Smash Brothers enthusiast to MC the fitness trainer turned last-minute alternate. They discuss the unprecedented situation that led to two alternates joining the cast just hours before filming began, and how this might impact the game dynamics.
Mike and Rob discuss:
– Jason’s cerebral approach to the game and potential to be a strategic threat
– Kristina’s likability and how it could make her a target post-merge
– Matt’s laid-back persona potentially hiding his aggressive gameplay
– MC and Jason’s bond as alternates and how it might shape early alliances
– Sophie’s experience as a former alternate and her potential to go far
As the Hina tribe takes shape, will the alternates band together or will new alliances form based on personality and strategy? Rob and Mike’s in-depth analysis provides crucial insights for Survivor fans eagerly anticipating the new season.
Chapters:
0:00 Survivor 49 Cast Shake-Up
9:42 Jason’s Cerebral Gameplay Strategy
22:33 Kristina’s Immaculate Vibes
31:40 Matt: From Stockbroker to Ramp
38:54 MC’s Spicy Survivor Hot Take
44:42 Sophie’s Alternate Journey Returns
52:52 Steven: Rocket Scientist Golden Retriever
1:00:54 Tribe Dynamics and Alliances
1:08:51 Gratitude for Preseason Coverage
1:14:48 Mike’s Upcoming Survivor Projects
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Sep 10, 2025 • 25min
Survivor AU: Australia V World Kass Bastarache Exit Interview
Survivor AU: Australia V World Kass Bastarache Exit Interview
We Know Global Survivor host Shannon Guss speaks to Kass Bastarache from Survivor AU V World.
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Sep 9, 2025 • 1h 24min
Rob Reacts to the AU v World Finale
Rob Reacts to the AU v World Finale
Rob Cesternino and Shannon Guss dive into the thrilling finale of Survivor AU versus the World in this post-season recap. The duo unpacks Parvati Shallow’s dominant victory, exploring how she secured her second Survivor win and cemented her legacy as one of the game’s greatest players.
Rob and Shannon dissect the strategic decisions that led to Parvati’s triumph, including Luke and Janine’s choice to bring her to the end. They analyze Parvati’s masterful social game and challenge prowess, which allowed her to overcome her status as a known threat. The hosts also reflect on the season’s unique international dynamics and how they shaped the gameplay.
• Parvati’s ability to win despite being a target from day one
• Luke’s underwhelming gameplay compared to his previous seasons
• The impact of Parvati’s final immunity challenge win
• Shannon’s insights on Australian audience reactions to the finale
• Jonathan LaPaglia’s final episode as Australian Survivor host
As the dust settles on Survivor AU versus the World, Rob and Shannon ponder the implications of Parvati’s win for her overall Survivor legacy. Has this victory solidified her position as the greatest player of all time?
Chapters:
0:00 Parvati’s Triumphant Win
4:19 Australian Survivor’s Predictable Finale
8:15 Final Four Challenge Intensity
13:24 Parvati’s Charisma and Strategy
18:20 Cirie’s Fourth Place Finish
22:41 Luke’s Underwhelming Performance
27:28 Janine’s Final Tribal Missteps
31:34 Parvati’s Idol Steal Bluff
36:19 Debating Greatest Survivor Player
41:26 Parvati’s Legacy and Impact
46:06 Future of Australian Survivor
50:54 JLP’s Hosting Highlights
55:38 Parvati vs Tony vs Sandra
1:00:03 Shannon’s Upcoming Projects
1:04:40 Parvati’s Impressive Victory
1:09:32 Reflecting on the Season
1:14:26 Gussin Around Podcast Preview
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Sep 9, 2025 • 37min
Survivor 49 Preseason Interview: Steven Ramm
Survivor 49 Preseason Interview: Steven Ramm
Mike Bloom (@AMikeBloomType) is here to chat to the cast of Survivor 49! Join us to learn a bit about the 18 new castaways to be tested on the islands of Fiji.
Mike Bloom interviews Steven Ramm, the final member of the Hina tribe, in this Survivor 49 preseason interview. Steven, a 35-year-old rocket scientist from Denver, brings a unique blend of technical expertise and creative passion to the game.
Steven shares his journey from aerospace engineering to Survivor fandom, sparked by seeing Rupert steal shoes in Pearl Islands. He discusses how his undiagnosed hearing loss led to developing keen observational skills, which he plans to use as a “supermassive black hole” in the game. Steven aims to orbit around brighter stars while making strategic moves behind the scenes.
Mike and Steven discuss:
– Steven’s strategy to be a “well-rounded” player, balancing social and strategic elements
– Plans to use his observational skills to read body language and social dynamics
– Concerns about overthinking, a habit from his scientific background
– Desire to find “redundancies” or multiple options in his gameplay
– Unique perspective as a newer fan with a diverse skill set
Will Steven’s cosmic strategy launch him to Survivor stardom, or will his overthinking cause his game to implode? Tune in to hear Mike and Steven’s full discussion on adapting scientific precision to Survivor’s social experiment.
Chapters:
0:00 Mike Bloom Introduces Steven Ramm
4:14 Steven’s Journey to Rocket Science
6:13 Discovering Survivor During the Pandemic
8:23 Steven’s Undiagnosed Hearing Loss
13:55 Developing Superhuman Observational Skills
16:17 Steven’s Kryptonite: Overthinking
18:16 Analyzing Potential Allies in Fiji
20:03 Steven’s Black Hole Strategy
23:42 Discussing Advantages and Twists
26:54 Steven’s Criteria for Jury Votes
28:33 Jeff Goldblum as Loved One
31:53 Mike’s Final Thoughts on Interviews
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Sep 8, 2025 • 37min
Survivor 49 Preseason Interview: Sophie Segreti
Survivor 49 Preseason Interview: Sophie Segreti
Mike Bloom (@AMikeBloomType) is here to chat to the cast of Survivor 49! Join us to learn a bit about the 18 new castaways to be tested on the islands of Fiji.
In this preseason deep dive. Sophie, a strategy associate at YouTube, shares her journey from being an alternate on Survivor 48 to securing a spot on the current season, offering unique insights into her preparation and mindset.
The conversation explores Sophie’s Survivor fandom, her experience as an alternate, and how it shaped her approach to the game. Sophie discusses her strategy for building alliances, handling advantages, and navigating the social dynamics of the pre-game phase. She also provides her perspective on other contestants and potential gameplay scenarios.
Mike and Sophie discuss:
– Sophie’s transition from alternate to full cast member and its impact on her confidence
– Her plan to keep hidden immunity idols secret from other players
– Sophie’s assessment of potential allies and threats based on pre-game observations
– Her “handy as hell” skills and how they might apply in the Survivor setting
– Sophie’s hot take on removing flint from losing tribes and its impact on gameplay
As Survivor 49 approaches, Sophie’s unique journey and strategic mindset position her as a player to watch. Will her experience as an alternate give her an edge in the game?
Chapters:
0:00 Sophie’s Survivor Journey Begins
4:48 YouTube Strategy to Survivor Strategy
9:44 Alternate Experience Shapes Preparation
14:14 Sophie’s Perceived Persona Pre-Game
17:37 Assessing Potential Allies and Threats
22:22 Sophie’s Stance on Twists
26:50 Sophie’s Hot Take on Flint
29:20 Diana Taurasi as Dream Visitor
32:17 Sophie’s Newfound Confidence for 49
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Sep 8, 2025 • 26min
Survivor AU: Australia V World | Third Place Interview
Survivor AU: Australia V World | Third Place Interview
We Know Global Survivor host Shannon Guss conducts a finale interview.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 2h 6min
Survivor AU: Australia V World Finale Recap
Survivor AU: Australia V World Finale Recap
We Know Global Survivor host Shannon Guss is recapping every episode of Australian Survivor: Australia V World. Tonight, she and all the recappers (Mike Bloom, Pooya, and Chappell) discuss the FINALE of the season.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 23min
Survivor AU: Australia V World | Winner Interview
Survivor AU: Australia V World | Winner Interview
We Know Global Survivor host Shannon Guss conducts a finale interview.
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