RHAP: We Know Survivor ( Survivor Know-It-All, Rob Cesternino)

The baby boys are back with another thrilling Survivor 47 recap! Hosts @BriceIzyah, @WendellHolland, and @JackAtkins21 dive into Episode 7, where players face a split-tribe twist. The stakes are high as two groups battle in immunity challenges that determine who’s safe from the vote. Tension builds as Rachel gains an advantage just before Tribal, shaking up the expected vote. With alliances shifting and new dynamics forming, tune in to catch all the strategy, surprises, and drama this episode brings! 

Survivor Global host Shannon Guss talks to Australian Survivor Titans and the Invisible Hand alliance of Mark Warnock and Eden Porter about the latest episode of Survivor 47. The trio discuss who was screwed by the twists and why, the players' intentions and positions and why is Jeff so obsessed with the number six?!

Mike and Liana are joined by Mary Kwiatkowski for Episode 7!

Even though twists meant only four out of 12 players were eligible to be voted out this week, a quirk of chance turned it into a Tuku Tribal Council where they all had history and good reasons for their decision. As David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis discuss, it was like traveling back in time to deal with where Tiyana stood – and thought she stood – with each of them. Did the past come back to haunt her or were there new issues? At RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why Tiyana Lost.

Club Condo is back, and it's time to dive into episode 7 of Survivor 47!

Rob Cesternino and Josh Wigler are back to dissect episode seven of Survivor: San Juan del Sur, marking its 10-year anniversary.

Today, Rob is joined by Survivor David vs. Goliath's Christian Hubicki to discuss Survivor 47 episode 8.

This week, Rob and Stephen discuss Survivor 47 episode 8.

Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) interviews the latest castaway voted off the Survivor 47 island, followed by This Week In Survivor History with Jordan Kalish (@JordanKalish) where Rob plays against an RHAP patron.

The baby boys are back to break down another wild Survivor 47 episode! Join hosts @BriceIzyah, @WendellHolland, and @JackAtkins21 as they dive into Episode 8, where the classic Survivor auction returns, and with it, some unexpected twists. As players eagerly bid on mystery items, Rachel uncovers a hidden advantage that could shift the game’s momentum. Immunity challenges lead to Sue and Kyle claiming safety, intensifying tensions as alliances scramble to decide their next target. With loyalties tested and shifting strategies, tribal council delivers another shock as the game welcomes its first jury member. Tune in to hear all the tea on strategies, blindsides, and power plays that make this episode unforgettable! 

Survivor Global host Shannon Guss talks to strategy expert, Survivor Stockwatch host and Big Brother analyst Taran Armstrong about episode 8 of Survivor 47. They discuss the new tie revote rule and its many implications, the non-auction of the new era, the Shot in the Dark play and where to from here for the Lavo 3.

Mike and Liana are joined by Big Brother Canada 10 winner Kevin Jacobs for Episode 8!

Sierra began her final words by saying, “I couldn’t tell you what happened.” Luckily, that’s why David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis are here – and they have special guest Omar Zaheer this week as well! Since the end of her game, Sierra has done some detective work. While she gave 100% credit to one person, was it all him or a larger group who all came together with different ideas? At RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why Sierra Lost.

In this episode, Sasha welcomes Jason Reed and Survivor 44's Frannie Marin on to talk about Agatha All Along.

In this week’s episode, Rob and Chappell watch and discuss the 1990's classic, She's All That, with special guest, Josh Wigler (@roundhoward).

Club Condo is back, and it's time to dive into episode 8 of Survivor 47.

Rob Cesternino and Josh Wigler are back to dissect episode eight of Survivor: San Juan del Sur, marking its 10-year anniversary.

Today, Rob is joined by Survivor 45's Kellie Nalbandian to discuss Survivor 47 episode 9.

Survivor Global host Shannon Guss talks to Australian Survivor Rebel and winner Feras Basal about episode 9 of Survivor 47. The duo discuss the pros and cons of Genevieve's move, the many decisions of who to tell and what to do with that information in the episode, the production choices and more!

Mike and Liana are joined by Peridiam for Episode 9!

We heard over and over that Sol was in good with everyone. But if that was the case, how was everyone good with voting him out? David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis welcome back special guest Dr. Jeremy Faust to figure out what led to Sol going from great relationships to a unanimous vote against him after a very live Tribal Council. Plus, Jeremy has a great story about having dinner with a certain singer who until recently was giving out prizes to Survivor players! At RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why Sol Lost.

The baby boys are back with another thrilling breakdown of Survivor 47! Join hosts @BriceIzyah, @WendellHolland, and @JackAtkins21, along with special guest Survivor 46’s @tevin.m.davis, as they unpack Episode 10. This week, the castaways face a historic moment: negotiating for rice in a bold move that tests alliances and trust. Caroline struggles with a pivotal Tribal Council decision, caught between loyalty and strategy, while Gabe’s rising threat level shifts the dynamics.

The baby boys are back with another fiery Survivor 47 breakdown! Join hosts @BriceIzyah, @WendellHolland, and @JackAtkins21, along with special guest Survivor 43’s @j2dajones, as they dive into Episode 9, where shifting alliances spark new tensions. With only ten players left, Sam seeks revenge on Andy for past betrayals, adding a fresh layer of drama. Meanwhile, Sue and Sol find themselves in the hot seat as potential targets, and Rachel faces tough decisions with her hidden idol. As strategies collide and threats loom, the tribal council delivers another surprise that could turn the game upside down. Don’t miss all the tea on this week’s blindsides, power moves, and pivotal gameplay!

Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) interviews the latest castaway voted off the Survivor 47 island, followed by This Week In Survivor History with Jordan Kalish (@JordanKalish) where Rob plays against an RHAP patron.

This week, Rob and Stephen discuss Survivor 47 episode 9.

This week, Josh and Antonio discuss Survivor 47 through episode 9.

Club Condo is back, and it's time to dive into episode 9 of Survivor 47 with special guest, Survivor 43's Sami Layadi. 

TV For Real is back with hosts Mike Bloom and Sasha Joseph, joined by Survivor 43's Owen Knight. This episode dives into the intersection of reality and scripted TV, with Owen sharing his recent wedding bliss and childhood TV influences. The trio reminisces about beloved shows like Arthur and the quirky charm of PBS programming, while also exploring the impact of educational TV on their formative years.

Rob Cesternino and Josh Wigler are back to dissect episode nine of Survivor: San Juan del Sur, marking its 10-year anniversary.

Today, Rob is joined by Survivor 46's Q Burdette to discuss Survivor 47 episode 10.

Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) interviews the latest castaway voted off the Survivor 47 island, followed by This Week In Survivor History with Jordan Kalish (@JordanKalish) where Rob plays against an RHAP patron.

This week, Rob and Stephen discuss Survivor 47 episode 10.

Today, Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) is joined by Survivor 44's Carolyn Wiger to discuss Survivor 47 so far.

For Episode 10, Mike and Liana are joined by Shannon Guss for a special RHAP B&B/Survivor Global crossover!

This week, Gabe said it was the best he’d ever felt in the game and, “The fact that the fellow players around me have allowed this to happen is mind-blowing.” But they didn’t allow that to happen! It may seem obvious that Gabe was voted out because he was a threat. But it’s almost never that simple, because there are a lot of threats! David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis go below the surface layer to look at why he was the primary target. At RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why Gabe Lost.

Club Condo is back, and it's time to dive into episode 10 of Survivor 47 with special guest, Survivor 45's Brandon Donlon

Rob Cesternino and Josh Wigler are back to dissect episode ten of Survivor: San Juan del Sur, marking its 10-year anniversary.

The Survivor 47 Draft crew is back to check in on how their players are doing! Chappell, Pooya, Shannon, and Taran gather to discuss whose team is thriving and whose team is barely surviving.

Today, Rob is joined by Survivor 46's Tiffany Ervin and Hunter McKnight to discuss Survivor 47 episode 11.

This week, Rob and Stephen discuss Survivor 47 episode 11.

The baby boys are back! Join @briceizyah, @wendellholland, and @jackatkins21 with Survivor 44 and 45’s @bruce.perreault as they break down Survivor 47, Episode 13, “The Penultimate Push.” In this thrilling two-hour episode, the final six battle for survival as two torches are snuffed, leaving just four castaways heading into the finale. Genevieve’s bold maneuvers clash with the women’s alliance of Teeny, Sue, and Rachel, while unexpected twists shake up the game. With shocking eliminations, high-stakes challenges, and chaotic Tribal Councils, this episode sets the stage for an epic conclusion. Don’t miss this fiery recap!

The baby boys are back! Join @briceizyah, @wendellholland, and @jackatkins21 alongside Survivor 44’s Maddy Pomilla (@jeffprobstcanyouhearme) as they break down Survivor 47, Episode 11. With alliances crumbling, Kyle and Genevieve take center stage while duos like Rachel and Andy or Sue and Caroline work the cracks to navigate the game. The stakes soar as a classic immunity challenge determines who secures a spot in the final seven. Who will outwit, outplay, and outlast in this pivotal episode? Tune in for a deep dive into strategy, bold moves, and all the fiery Tribal drama!

Survivor Global host Shannon Guss talks to Australian Survivor All Star Nick Iadanza about Survivor 47 episode 11, including the journey decisions, the pathways and problems with the modern end game, challenge math, memes and more.

Mike and Liana are joined by Dwight Moore for episode 11.

Some people may think it’s obvious why Kyle lost, so do David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis really need to do a whole podcast on this? The answer, of course, is YES! What’s supposedly obvious never tells the whole story. Even Rachel said this week that the decision was nuanced. What did Kyle do – and not do – to end up in a situation where his only option was winning challenges? Was there any way he could’ve changed the outcome? At RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why Kyle Lost.

This week, Mike Bloom talks to Evvie Jagoda about the evolution of television.

Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) interviews the latest castaway voted off the Survivor 47 island, followed by This Week In Survivor History with Jordan Kalish (@JordanKalish) where Rob plays against an RHAP patron.

Club Condo is back, and it's time to dive into episode 11 of Survivor 47 with special guest, the Purple Pants Badass, Brice Izyah.

Josh Wigler invites special guest Brandon Donlon on to dissect episodes eleven and twelve of Survivor: San Juan del Sur, marking its 10-year anniversary.

Today, in Rob’s absence Shannon Gus welcomes Survivor 41's Evvie Jagoda on to the podcast to discuss Survivor 47 episode 12.

Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) interviews the latest castaway voted off the Survivor 47 island, followed by This Week In Survivor History with Jordan Kalish (@JordanKalish) where Rob plays against an RHAP patron.

Welcome to the RHAP LIVE Show! Coming to you LIVE from the Cullen Theater, Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) is joined by a rolling panel of Survivor alumni to break down the episode.

This week, Rob and Stephen discuss Survivor 47 episode 12.

The baby boys are back! Join @briceizyah, @wendellholland, and @jackatkins21 with Survivor 45’s @Jakeo.kane as they break down Survivor 47, Episode 12, Operation: Italy. As the final seven battle for a spot in the final six, tensions soar with bold strategies and shifting dynamics. The women’s alliance takes charge, with Teeny, Sue, Caroline, and Rachel aiming for dominance, but Genevieve’s crafty plan and a Fake Immunity Idol promise chaos. Who will secure safety, and whose torch will be snuffed just shy of the finale? Tune in for fiery Tribal drama, standout moments, and an in-depth analysis of the game-changing moves leading into the two-night season finale!

This week, Mike and Liana are joined by Mari Forth for Episode 12.

Caroline seemed to be in a very good position. There weren’t the usual red flags David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis talk about when discussing a player’s loss. She wasn’t the biggest threat, she was solidly in the majority alliance, and she had a strategic plan for the rest of the game. So what happened? How did she go from believing she was running things to being blindsided while one ally had an idol and another could’ve blocked a vote against her? At RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why Caroline Lost.

Club Condo is back and so is the Wandoff! It's time to dive into episode 12 of Survivor 47 with special guest, Josh Wigler.

Rob Cesternino and Josh Wigler are back to dissect episode thirteen of Survivor: San Juan del Sur, marking its 10-year anniversary.

Today, Rob is joined by Survivor 44 winner, Yam Yam, to discuss episode 13.

Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) interviews the latest castaway voted off the Survivor 47 island, followed by This Week In Survivor History with Jordan Kalish (@JordanKalish) where Rob plays against an RHAP patron.

This week, Rob and Stephen discuss Survivor 47 episode 13.

Survivor Global host Shannon Guss talks to Australian Survivor's own Princess Nina Twine about Survivor 47's penultimate episode, including the discourse around Rachel as a player, the idol plays and bluffs this week and each strategic decision in the episode before next week's finale.

This week, Mike and Liana are joined by Omar Zaheer and Lindsay Dolashewich for episode 13.

Andy had a rough start in Survivor 47 while Genevieve was practically invisible, but both of them rose up in different ways. Andy pulled off the biggest move of the season while keeping his threat level low. Genevieve made some moves of her own while staying mostly under the radar. But something changed for both. David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis look at what each did to thrust themselves into the spotlight and how they could have avoided the repercussions that came with it. At RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why Andy and Genevieve Lost.

Club Condo is back, and it's time to dive into episode 13 of Survivor 47 with special guest, Mike Bloom.

Rob Cesternino and Josh Wigler are back to dissect the finale of Survivor: San Juan del Sur, marking its 10-year anniversary.

Today, Rob is joined by Survivor Millennials vs Gen X winner, Adam Klein, to discuss the finale.

Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) interviews the final four players of Survivor 47 island, followed by This Week In Survivor History with Jordan Kalish (@JordanKalish) where Rob plays against an RHAP patron.

This week, Rob and Stephen discuss the Survivor 47 finale!

Today, Rob Cesternino, Pooya, and special guest, Mary Kwiatkowski, discuss Survivor legend, Boston Rob Mariano.

Today, Rob Cesternino, Pooya, and special guest, Jenny Autumn, discuss Survivor 44's Carolyn Wiger

Today, Rob Cesternino, Pooya, and special guest, Brian Scally, discuss Survivor winner, Jeremy Collins.

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

The baby boys are back! Join @briceizyah, @wendellholland, and @jackatkins21 with special guest @laauren.alexandra from Survivor: Edge of Extinction as they break down the epic Survivor 47 finale, “The Last Stand.” In this action-packed conclusion, the final four castaways battle through grueling challenges, unexpected twists, and a high-stakes fire-making showdown to plead their case at the final Tribal Council. With strategic plays, emotional moments, and game-defining decisions, this finale delivers an unforgettable end to a thrilling season.

Rob Cesternino is joined by Survivor 45’s Drew Basile as they dive into the emotional and strategic dynamics of Survivor 47.

Survivor Global host Shannon Guss talks to Survivor South Africa's Jacques Burger about the finale of Survivor 47, looking back at the whole season, the winning and finalists' game, the edit, Final Tribal Council and a historic Chissy.

This week, Mike and Liana are joined by the Washington Post TikTok's very own Dave Jorgenson to talk about the ending of Survivor 47!

The Survivor 47 Final 4 could be broken down into two pairs. Two of them were threats to win, two weren’t. Two claimed to be underdogs who stuck around due to their own gameplay while two didn’t have the same claim. In the end, it came down to a decision between Rachel and Sam. They fought it out in Final Tribal Council, but the real battle took place over the course of weeks leading up to that. David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis look at what each of the Final 4 did right to get this far into the game and how one of them rose above the others. At RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why Rachel Won, and Sam, Sue, and Teeny Lost.

Rob Cesternino is joined by Survivor Ghost Island's Dom Abbate as they dive into the the finale of Survivor 47.

Club Condo is back, and it's time to dive into the finale of Survivor 47.

Today, Rob Cesternino, Pooya, and special guest, Shannon Guss, discuss Survivor TWO-TIME winner, Tony Vlachos.

In today's podcast, Mike talks through the biggest stories in reality TV from the past year, and looks ahead to what he's most excited about in 2025.

This week on Pod Friends, Kellyn Bechtold (@thekellynb) shares her journey of resilience, transformation, and connection. You may know Kellyn from Survivor: Ghost Island, but in this heartfelt interview with host Matt Scott (@MattScottGW), you’ll discover so much more about her path to self-discovery and career reinvention.

Today, Rob explains what Deal or No Deal Island for the uninitiated.

It’s time for a Survivor 47 post-season interview. Get a look behind the Survivor scenes and catch a fresh perspective from the castaways themselves. Today, Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) is joined by Sam Phalen to discuss his time in Fiji! Learn more about his strategic choices, alliances, relationships and much much more!

Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) welcomes author Emily Nussbaum onto RHAP to discuss her book, Cue the Sun! The Invention of Reality TV.

It’s time for a Survivor 47 post-season interview. Get a look behind the Survivor scenes and catch a fresh perspective from the castaways themselves. Today, Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) is joined by Rachel LaMont to discuss her time in Fiji! Learn more about her strategic choices, alliances, relationships and much much more!

It’s time for a Survivor 47 post-season interview. Get a look behind the Survivor scenes and catch a fresh perspective from the castaways themselves. Today, Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) is joined by Teeny Chirichillo to discuss their time in Fiji! Learn more about their strategic choices, alliances, relationships and much much more!

It’s time for a Survivor 47 post-season interview. Get a look behind the Survivor scenes and catch a fresh perspective from the castaways themselves. Today, Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) is joined by Genevieve Mushuluk to discuss her time in Fiji! Learn more about her strategic choices, alliances, relationships and much much more!

It’s time for a Survivor 47 post-season interview. Get a look behind the Survivor scenes and catch a fresh perspective from the castaways themselves. Today, Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) is joined by Andy Rueda to discuss his time in Fiji! Learn more about his strategic choices, alliances, relationships and much much more!

This week, Michele and Kellie discuss their fateful meeting and how this podcast came to be before Kellie tests Michele's New Era Survivor knowledge by making her guess which guests were or were not on Survivor.

Michele and Kellie discuss the controversial results of The Challenge 40 finale and Kellie’s recent Disney trip with her Survivor 45 crew. Then, Michele and Kellie are joined by Survivor 45 winner, Dee Valladares. They discuss winners guilt, farting in front of your significant other, being a woman in reality TV, and more. They test their communication in a Password-style competition and put a spin on the classic party game… showmance, alliance, blindside.

In our ninth installment of the series, Rob Cesternino welcomes the Director of Optimal Robotics Lab, robotics professor, Survivor castaway, comptroller of slam-town and great friend of the podcast Dr. Christian Hubicki to respond to questions submitted by RHAP listeners.

Today, Shannon is joined by Rob Cesternino to kick off the upcoming season: Survivor AU: Brains v Brawn II.

This week’s Pod Friends guest is the iconic Carolyn Wiger (@car0lynr0se), fan-favorite from Survivor 44, The Traitors 3, and co-host of the Let’s Get Tribal podcast. In this deeply heartfelt conversation with host Matt Scott (@MattScottGW), Carolyn opens up about her incredible journey as a single mother, drug counselor, and life coach, and how she’s navigating her “freedom era.” Known for her raw authenticity and emotional depth, Carolyn reflects on her experiences with sobriety, motherhood, and the importance of embracing imperfections.

Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) and Mike Bloom (@AMikeBloomType) are here to share with the listeners their reactions to the cast reveal of Survivor 48! Join us to learn a bit about the 18 new castaways to be tested on the islands of Fiji

Survivor 48 Pre-Game Day 1: Bianca Roses & Eva Erickson Mike Bloom (@AMikeBloomType) is here to share with the listeners their reactions to the cast reveal of Survivor 48! Join us to learn a bit about the 18 new castaways to be tested on the islands of Fiji Survivor 48 premieres Wednesday, February 26th at […]

Survivor 48 Pre-Game Day 2: Joe Hunter & Shauhin Davari Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) and Mike Bloom (@AMikeBloomType) are here to share with the listeners their reactions to the cast reveal of Survivor 48! Join us to learn a bit about the 18 new castaways to be tested on the islands of Fiji Today’s Survivor 48 […]

Michele Fitzgerald and Kellie Nalbandian welcome reality TV legend and current cast member on Deal or No Deal Island, Parvati Shallow, for an unfiltered conversation. Parvati opens up about her iconic reality TV career, past feuds with former castmates, and the inspiration behind her highly anticipated 2025 memoir, Nice Girls Don’t Win. Plus, she plays a special round of Deal or No Deal to pick her ultimate dream ally and weighs in on the biggest reality TV trends and everyday moments—deciding what’s “in” or “out.”

It’s time to see who reigns supreme! Join @briceizyah, @wendellholland, and @jackatkins21 as they dive into part two of the Survivor News Returning Players Draft! This episode, the tribes face off in an epic BrantSteele simulation—or as Brice hilariously kept calling it, a “stimulation.” But the real twist? Special guest @robcesternino joins the crew to narrate the season and add his legendary commentary. With laughs, surprises, and a few chaotic moments, you won’t want to miss this thrilling conclusion to the draft. Tune in to find out who emerges as the ultimate champion!