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Brice Izyah Talks Survivor 49 Ep 11 Rob Cesternino welcomes fan-favorite commentator Brice Izyah to breakdown of Survivor 49, episode 11. This episode is packed with hilarious takes on Survivor’s evolving social dynamics and memorable personalities. The conversation includes banter about Survivor nicknames, thoughtful reflections on diversity, fan culture, and navigating the competitive edge. Rob and Brice discuss: – The evolution of Survivor’s cast nicknames and how they stick – The importance of creating safe and welcoming fan events – Behind-the-scenes dynamics of the Bryson Wynn Tour and building connections – Bryce’s hilarious gripes about workplace etiquette and “covering” for co-workers – Reflections on the episode’s top players, strategic moves, and jury fashion statements – Quick takes on Secret Santa gifts for the cast, as well as playful speculation about future Survivor holiday and Area 51-themed seasons – Heartfelt reminders to check in on friends, stay mentally well during the holiday season, and cherish community Get ready for all of Rob and Brice’s hot takes! To pre-order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

RAANAP 309: Rob and Akiva Ride Along Rob Cesternino (@robcesternino) and Akiva Wienerkur (@keev26) need a podcast and every week, Rob and Akiva spin a wheel of listener-submitted podcast ideas, and whatever the wheel lands on is what they podcast about next. This week, Rob and Akiva go on ride alongs with the listeners. For the link to the spreadsheet that Rob and Akiva use to compile ideas, check it all out here: Rob and Akiva Need a Spreadsheet (compiled by the great Will from America). To submit an idea for a future episode of “Rob and Akiva Need a Podcast” to be discussed on the mailbag, submit it on this form: Rob and Akiva’s Mailbag Form. Past Episodes of Rob & Akiva Need a Podcast

The Amazing Race 38 Ep 11 Recap Rob Cesternino, 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. Today, Mike Bloom and Jess Liese are joined by Chappell to discuss episode 11 of The Amazing Race 38. Pre-order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, at www.robhasabook.com Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP! Rob Cesternino @robcesternino Jessica Liese @HaymakerHattie Mike Bloom @AMikeBloomType Join our Facebook group at robhasawebsite.com/targroup LISTEN: Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed. WATCH: Watch and subscribe to all RHAP podcasts on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Drew Basile and Austin Li Coon Recap Survivor 49 Ep 11 Rob Cesternino welcomes Survivor 45 favorites, Austin Li Coon and Drew Basile, for an energetic recap of Survivor 49, Episode 11. They look in to the evolving game dynamics and recent developments in Survivor 49. The conversation is packed with big-picture analysis, personal reflections, and plenty of playful moments. Rob leads Austin and Drew through a thoughtful conversation about the changing meta of Survivor, spotlighting trends like the disappearance of the floater archetype and the rise of tight alliance groups. They break down Survivor 49’s pivotal final seven vote, discuss the strategic implications (and comedy) of advantages like the vote block and knowledge is power, and reflect on their own gameplay and observations from the edge. The panel discuss: This episode is a blend of Survivor strategy talk, behind-the-scenes storytelling, and plenty of laughs. Don’t miss all the insights and banter as Austin, Drew, and Rob dissect the latest in the Survivor episode, reminisce about their own journeys, and look ahead to what’s next. To pre-order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com This episode of the podcast is brought to you by our friends at Manta Sleep. Summertime is officially here! The days are longer, the sun is brighter, and while all that extra daylight can feel energizing, it can quietly sabotage your sleep. Later sunsets disrupt your body’s natural circadian rhythm, making it harder to fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up feeling refreshed. Manta Sleep is here to help. Whether you’re blocking out daylight or tuning out the sounds of summer nights, taking control of your sleep environment helps you get deep, restorative rest, no matter how long the sun stays up. To take advantage of 10% off your first order, visit https://tinyurl.com/2nsptcy3 or go to www.mantasleep.com and use promo code RHAP49 Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Exit Interview: Fifth Juror 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. Survivor 49’s final seven exit interview takes center stage as Rob Cesternino sits down with Sophie Segretti to unravel one of the most dramatic blindsides of the season. Rob explores Sophie’s perspective being off the radar early on to suddenly becoming the unifying target for two rival alliances. Rob opens the interview by spotlighting Sophie’s unique journey through Survivor 49: after flying under the radar, she emerged as a key strategic player whose moves drew the attention of both warring factions at Tribal Council. Sophie describes her genuine shock at being unanimously voted out, connecting the blindside to her close bond and fallout with Sage. She explains the critical decision to vote out Jawan, believing her relationship with Sage was her biggest asset, yet recognizing, too late, that her choice may have sparked Sage’s determination for revenge. Listen in for these standout moments and Survivor insights: – Sophie’s reaction to becoming the rare player taken out by two opposing groups working together – The emotional and strategic ripple effect from voting out Jawan instead of Sage – Why Sophie chose to stick with Savannah and Rizzo, balancing the numbers in alliances – How lack of information-sharing from one group contrasted with Savannah’s open gameplay – Steven’s pivotal immunity win sealing Sophie’s fate as the only viable target As Rob and Sophie break the episode down, they consider: Did trusting Sage cost Sophie her game? How much do alliances depend on sharing secrets and advantages at crunch time? And what does this vote signal for future blindsides as Survivor 49 hurtles toward the finale? To pre-order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Chapters: 0:00 Sophie’s Unanimous Blindside Explained 6:16 Sage Relationship Becomes Double-Edged Sword 9:43 Learning the Truth Post-Episode 12:33 Soph Navigates Shifting Alliances 14:22 Reflections on MC Vote Flip 18:12 TWISH Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Know-It-Alls: Survivor 49 Ep 11 Recap Today, Rob and Stephen discuss Survivor 49 episode 11. 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. To pre-order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com To pre-order Stephen’s novel Escape!, visit stephenfishbach.com To request a limited edition Escape! map, email proof of hardcover pre-order (within the US) to escapefishbach@gmail.com with the subject line MAP. Previous hardcover pre-orders are also eligible! Buy tickets for Stephen’s book events here! stephenfishbach.com/events Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

The Year of Rage Baiting is News AF – December 2, 2025 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. This week Rob, Tyson and Danny talk through the week’s most newsworthy stories. To pre-order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Be sure to subscribe to our new YouTube channel! Need to catch up on more Actual Factual news? Archive of News AF Subscribe to News AF on iTunes View the News AF Archive News AF on Youtube Group AF Facebook Page Be sure to check our some great offers from our sponsors!

Today, Rob Cesternino talks to the ninth team eliminated from Amazing Race 38, Jack and Chelsie.

Survivor 49’s drama heats up as Rob Cesternino returns with a jam-packed exit interview with Jawan Pitts. This Exit Interview episode dives right into Jawan’s shocking blindside—the big Tribal Council move that left viewers and players buzzing. Rob guides the discussion through Jawan’s journey from the bottom to a powerful mid-game position, and what ultimately sent him packing.

Why ___ Lost: Survivor 49 Ep 10 When Jawan was saying goodbye to everyone, he told Sage, “We tried and we made the wrong decision.” It’s true that they made the wrong decision, but was it the one he was talking about here? What decisions should they have made, and when? And which key player […]

Survivor 49 episode 10 heats up as host Rob Cesternino welcomes Survivor: Millennials vs. Gen X’s Bret Labelle for a special Old School Interview. This episode dives into the wild post-merge game, where fake idols, bold swings, and shifting alliances set the stage for a chaotic Tribal Council. Rob and Bret break down the strategic moves, the social chaos, and ask if the players can keep a lid on their secrets when so much is on the line.

RAANAP 308: What’s My Age, Again….Again Rob Cesternino (@robcesternino) and Akiva Wienerkur (@keev26) need a podcast and every week, Rob and Akiva spin a wheel of listener-submitted podcast ideas, and whatever the wheel lands on is what they podcast about next. This week, Rob and Akiva guess listeners’ ages! For the link to the spreadsheet […]

Today, Rob Cesternino, Mike Bloom, and Jess Liese discuss episode 10 of The Amazing Race 38.

Andy Rueda Recaps Survivor 49 Ep 10 Rob Cesternino sits down with Survivor 47 alum “Baby” Andy Rueda to break down a game-changing episode of Survivor 49. Broadcasting live from their own Thanksgiving feasts, Rob from his apartment and Andy from a snowy Buffalo, this episode dives deep into the current state of Survivor strategy, […]

Today, Rob and Stephen discuss Survivor 49 episode 10.

The Listener Mailbag is open as Rob Cesternino and Brandon Donlon field questions from fans about Survivor 49 and the wider Survivor universe. While some expected deep dives on the latest episode, there's a surprising mix of strategy talk, behind-the-scenes stories, and honest takes on the evolving game. With a focus on fan-driven topics, Rob and Brandon explore everything from cast comparisons to shifting gameplay trends.

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.

This week, Rob and Akiva watch and discuss Season 3 Episode 7 of Rugrats.

Why ___ Lost: Survivor 49 Ep 9 with Sam Phalen Alex said as he was leaving: “It’s what I get for playing both sides.” But he reversed course on that in his interviews by saying he wasn’t messy. Which was it? Who deserves credit and who deserves blame for this outcome? And why is David […]

The Amazing Race 38 Ep 9 Recap Rob Cesternino, 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. Today, Rob Cesternino, Mike […]