Grab your torches and go behind the scenes of the Emmy® Award-winning reality series SURVIVOR like never before. Whether you’re a superfan or new to the show, “On Fire with Jeff Probst: The Official Survivor Podcast” is the ultimate companion to Season 47 — revealing HOW the show is made and WHY they do the things they do. Showrunner and Host Jeff Probst answers fan questions and takes you behind the scenes of the series from the executive producer perspective that you can't get anywhere els ...
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"Yeah, that's gonna be a no from me dawg..." aka YTGBANFMD (the longer the abbreviation the better) is a podcast about reality Television! Featuring a guest, every episode, whom in which decides which episode they would like to watch! Ditching the Survivor based name and if you don't like it well TOO BAD! Hosted by @SquidDad
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It's Time To Vote | Survivor 47
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It's the finale of Survivor 47 and Jeff, Jay and Charlie are joined by the Winner of Survivor 47 to unpack the epic ending. But first, Jeff looks back 47 finales later, and explains how it has evolved over the years. Then, they dive into the final immunity challenge and why the castaways returned to the mud one more time. Later, they explore the Fi…
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The Beginning of the End | Survivor 47
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It's the Survivor finale, but this season... it's two parts! Jeff, Jay and Charlie begin by diving into what motivated the new finale format and how the Survivor team approached having more time to spend with the final 6. Then, they examine that iconic walking shot of Jeff at the beginning of the episode and what it takes to pull off that moment. L…
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The Survivor Heist | Survivor 47
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With Operation: Italy in play, Jeff, Jay and Charlie have a ton to dissect about how to approach a heist movie happening inside an episode of Survivor! They begin with the Italian reward and how Jeff's method of describing the reward makes it all the more appetizing. Then, knots! Jeff explains how and why this small part of a Survivor challenge can…
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Running Out Of Rope | Survivor 47
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As the days tick by, the castaways have begun to search within themselves for the capacity not just to survive, but to thrive. Jeff, Jay and Charlie begin by discussing Caroline's realization that it's time to play the game on her terms as she has wanted to since she was just 5 years old. Jeff reflects on how watching young Survivor fans become pla…
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Fire and Rain | Survivor 47
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It's getting emotional at camp and for good reason. As the number of castaways dwindles, the real bonds and relationships that have formed are more fraught than ever, leading Genevieve and Teeny to question everything. Jeff, Jay and Charlie examine the insecurities that any Survivor relationship has and how the high pressure can lead to magnificent…
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That's On You | Survivor 47
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Sometimes an episode gets batty - literally! Jeff, Jay and Charlie dive into the big moments of episode nine, beginning with a tale as old as time ... Treemail! Jeff harkens back to Season 1, when he first introduced Treemail to the Survivor audience and how it still has a major role today. Then, a twist where 40% of the vote is possibly gone- Jeff…
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Going Once, Going Twice, Sold | Survivor 47
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Get ready to get happy, it's the Survivor Auction! Jay, Jeff and Charlie dive into this packed episode, beginning with the SSA's, "Sol's Secret Agents," and whether all castaways need to come prepared with alliance names. Then, they dive into all of the drama of the auction, including how the producers prepare for such an audacious challenge, where…
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Evil Genius | Survivor 47
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What begins with writing in the sand, wondering about your life in the game ends with a vicious blindside that no one saw coming. Join Jeff, Charlie and Jay as they dive into how Survivor's storytelling is attempting to bring viewers inside players' minds in all new ways. Later, Charlie describes what it's like when you no longer have tribe challen…
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The Game Is About To Change | Survivor 47
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Everybody drop your Buffs®, it's time to earn the merge! Only this time... it's harder than ever. Jeff, Jay, and Charlie dive into the new twist that left only one player safe. Jeff explains the producer's mentality behind the shift between the group and individual stages of the game. Plus the chaos of when all the crews hit the same beach and sudd…
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The Talented Mr. Andy | Survivor 47
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It begins with only two lanes... and a first ever Survivor twist. Jeff, Jay and Charlie discuss the premiere of The Survivor Social, where it came from, what Jeff was hoping for, and how players hungry for intel now have an opportunity like never before. And, Jeff details the true story of how the Sanctuary... where good things happen... was birthe…
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Super Beware | Survivor 47
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Jeff, Jay and Charlie begin with Teeny's decision to tell Sol that her vote on him was emotional, not strategic - and how vulnerability plays a part in building alliances. Then, the chickens are back! Jeff details how egg-laying hens are so uniquely Survivor and Charlie reveals his take on how to make the most of it. A bucket of red paint falls on …
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Left Out of the Group Chat | Survivor 47
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Twenty six nights sleeping on bamboo can't be good on your back - and Gata is already feeling the pain. Jeff, Jay and Charlie discuss what adjusting to camp life is really like and whether or not Jeff's ever spent the night in a shelter. Then, it's Rome's Island, and we're all just living on it. Does selectively sharing fish work in your favor? And…
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Caught Rice-Handed | Survivor 47
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There aren’t many rules in Survivor, but rice theft is one of them! Jeff, Jay, and Charlie consider Rachel’s sneaky attempt to pocket some rice, what it says about her character, and why letting her get away with it would influence the integrity of the game. Personality traits, for better or worse, are starting to show and friction among players is…
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We're Not In Kansas Anymore | Survivor 47
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It’s the premiere of Survivor 47, and 24 years in, the goosebumps still come when Jeff says “The game is on!” Fresh off of Survivor 46, Jeff and Jay are joined by new co-host Charlie Davis, who shares his advice for keeping cool in the opening moments of the game. Then, Jeff explains how the tradition of diving face-first into a pit of mud is not j…
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You want more Survivor? You got it! Showrunner Jeff Probst and executive producer Jay Wolff return to provide their insight into each and every major moment of Survivor 47. And, a new perspective joins the mix: a former player beloved by fans. Here are a few hints: they had highly strategic gameplay, incredible grip strength, and they missed becomi…
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I'll Read The Votes | Survivor 46
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Survivor 46 Finale night is here and with it a very close vote that leaves the audience — and jury — on the edge of their seat. Before the drama of Final Tribal, Jeff, Jay and Dee unpack the all-new challenge twist that caused two castaways to team up to send another one packing. They also talk about the Final 4 challenge design, and the choice to …
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Play or Get Played | Survivor 46
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The million-dollar prize may be the lure, but it's the "Survivor" experience that's the real prize! Jeff, Jay and Dee consider how the island brings people (who likely wouldn’t have met otherwise) together, even while they’re betraying one another. As we head into the final days, Dee shares how letters from loved ones give players an emotional push…
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The Final Several | Survivor 46
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Forget a friendly game of hide and seek, now the castaways are all about idol hunting. Jeff explains how production re-evaluated how they show the idol hunt, while Dee shares the reality of a days-long search in the dense jungle. “Survivor” is all about taking calculated risks — from picking reward companions to betraying allies — any decision can …
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Blindsides and Betrayals | Survivor 46
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Do you take your number one to the end or try to blindside them before they come for you? Dee advises on how to properly execute a blindside but organizing one might not always be a winning strategy. Jeff, Jay and Dee revisit Liz’s emotional reaction to not being chosen to join in the reward. Jeff shares how they got a chef all the way to Fiji whil…
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No Pain, No Gain | Survivor 46
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After a messy Tribal Council, the bottom might be the perfect place to be on “Survivor” right now. Jeff, Jay, and Dee discuss the opportunity the castaways have to start over. The three-stage challenge leads to a debate between Jeff and Dee on the merits (or lack thereof) of throwing a challenge. Jeff explains how production and the Dream Team test…
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Hiding in Plain Sight | Survivor 46
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It’s Q’s world and we’re all just living in it. Jeff, Jay, and Dee unpack his command of the game, from engineering a strategic (or not so strategic) round of hide and seek to dropping a bomb that led to a heated live Tribal Council. With Q running the show this week, Jeff shares how the editors balance the castaways’ airtime. Dee gives her hot tak…
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What's Up, Jeff? | Survivor 46
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The stakes on Survivor are high, but at the end of the day, humanity outlasts the competition. From Kenzie comforting Ben during his panic attack to Venus struggling to form bonds, we’re reminded that the castaways are people, not just players. Jeff, Jay, and Dee discuss how the game balances pushing players to their mental and physical limits whil…
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Drawing Rocks | Survivor 46
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Everybody, drop your Buffs®! Jeff explains how they used Tree Mail to capitalize on the moment of limbo between learning about the Merge and the Earn the Merge Challenge. Jeff, Dee, and Jay break down the Merge Challenge from the rock draw that determines your fate to the strategically placed safety sawdust. The winners get to feast on the Merge me…
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What Y'all Talking About? | Survivor 46
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Everything in Survivor is strategic, even salsa dancing! Jeff explains why it is important to show camp life and Dee shares why it is important to play along with something, like dancing or tai chi, even if it's the last thing you want to do! After 11 days without flint, Yanu broke the record for the longest stretch without fire. Jeff addresses the…
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Jeff Don't Lie | Survivor 46
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How do you go from being complete strangers to sitting on a beach singing to each other? Hunger! While food deprivation inspired Soda (“Queen Morale”) and Tevin to create an original song, Dee warns that it can also dangerously cloud your judgment and ruin your perception of another player if you let it get the best of you. She advises future playe…
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Wackadoodles Win | Survivor 46
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“Send me home” are three words you never expect a player to utter, but the New Era is intentionally designed to push the castaways further than ever before. If players can endure this new reality, their truth will be revealed, bringing them one step closer to the million-dollar prize. Jeff, Jay, and Dee talk about the editorial decisions made behin…
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High Pressure, Low Energy | Survivor 46
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New era, same emotions. The players are already feeling the emotional impact of no food, sleepless nights, and physical exhaustion. From small tribes to minimal supplies, Jeff shares how the game design is all about earning your keep and digging into your reserves to prove just how badly you want it. Jeff and Dee talk about the importance of being …
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Once Upon A Time in Fiji | Survivor 46
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Survivor 46 is off to a rockin’ start and the tribes are already “survibing!” Jeff shares behind-the-scenes insights about production of the show open and why they chose Tevin's monologue to set the tone for the season. Dee explains her initial impressions of the castaways and how she can already pinpoint potential allies and who to avoid — Jelinsk…
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Survivor 46 is here and “On Fire with Jeff Probst: The Official Survivor Podcast” is covering all the big moments from three different POVs! Showrunner Jeff Probst is back to share his perspective and analysis of this season. Plus, the podcast welcomes a new co-host. HINT: this player was cutthroat in their gameplay, true to their heart, and a fan-…
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Sole Survivor | Survivor 45
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The votes are in and the winner of Survivor 45 joins Jeff, Jay, and Rick for an exclusive interview, but first, they unpack the must-watch moments of the season finale. The final 5 races for the last advantage fueled by desperation. Tribal council doesn’t disappoint as a secret idol is revealed and a last-minute vote change determines the final 4. …
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Bad Actors | Survivor 45
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Silence your cell phones and raise the curtain — Survivor theatre is about to begin! Jeff, Jay, and Rick discuss how so much of the game is based on acting and how well you can sell your performance. Austin and Dee’s romance continues to heat up, but love seems to be driving decisions for one of them much more than the other. The castaways are in a…
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Have Your Cake and Eat It Too | Survivor 45
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The path to victory is never easy. Jeff, Jay, and Rick discuss the central dilemma of the game—you have to play to win, but there will be a target on your back the minute you start to do so. Austin and Dee’s budding showmance is sure to impact their final days on the island, but will it complicate their game or make it easier to reach the final thr…
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Ladies Night | Survivor 45
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Survivor is a mentally and physically demanding game, but it’s hard on your emotions, too. Feelings of betrayal, anxiety, and longing are daily occurrences on the island. But there’s also joy, which overcame Emily when she won the Reward Challenge. Jeff, Rick, and Jay discuss the difficult choice she must make of who to bring with her on reward for…
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Three-Stage Showdown | Survivor 45
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The only thing we love more than a three-stage challenge is a three-stage challenge with A TWIST! Jeff, Jay, and Rick discuss how production designs multi-tier challenges and how they’re upping the stakes with the potential to lose your vote and a trip to the Sanctuary. For the second week in a row, we’re left with the oldest players on the island,…
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The $900 Milkshake | Survivor 45
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Let the bidding begin! The auction is back with new layers of dilemma and “dangerous fun.” Jeff discusses the new twists and unpredictable variables that went into reinventing it for the new era. The castaways indulge in the fruits of their bids, like ice-cold beer, a decadent chocolate cake, and...a pair of gigantic fisheyes. Jeff explains how the…
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Get A Grip | Survivor 45
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Endurance is the name of the game this week as the castaways take on the iconic Survivor challenge, “Get a Grip.” Jeff shares what inspired the creation of this challenge, how it was designed, and why it’s all about will (and in Dee’s case, long toes). Then, down to 12 castaways, a two-vote twist means one player voted out will make the jury, and t…
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Earn the Merge | Survivor 45
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Everyone get flexible, because we’re in limbo! The castaways have just 10 minutes to gather all their belongings (and, in Bruce’s case, find an idol) before they board the boats to merge on one beach. Rick shares what it is like to experience the merge as a player and Jeff pulls back the curtain on producing this turning point in the game — it’s a …
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Feeling the Hunger | Survivor 45
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Ten days in, the Survivor castaways all share one common feeling: hunger. Jeff dives into how a player’s mental clarity, physical energy, and emotions are impacted by no food and why that's a critical part of the game design. Speaking of hunger, would you pick an advantage over a sandwich? Austin, J, and Kellie are faced with this decision and thei…
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We Are Switching Tribes | Survivor 45
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Drop your Buffs®! We are switching tribes—Jeff discusses how they approached the first tribe swap of the new era from the producer's perspective. Some core alliances—Dee and Julie, Drew and Austin—made it through the swap while others, like Brando and Kellie, are now on opposing teams. Rick shares his personal experience of what runs through a cast…
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The High Highs and The Low Lows | Survivor 45
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How do you know if someone is lying if you haven’t had an opportunity to test their loyalty? When a tribe like Lulu continually faces Tribal Council, trust gets tested with each vote. But for tribes like Reba and Belo who have yet to cast a vote, insecurities only grow as time goes on. Jeff, Jay and Rick dig into Survivor 45 episode 3 which was ful…
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Loyalty to Everyone Is Loyalty to No One | Survivor 45
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This week’s headline: “Over-Sharing.” Jeff, Jay and Rick discuss how making connections and building deeper relationships are critical to help savvy Survivor players move through the game. Sharing secrets is a great way to build trust, but how do you know WHEN to share them and WHO to share them with? For example, Drew shares his advantage with the…
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The Game Is On | Survivor: 45
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Survivor 45 is on! Eighteen new castaways are marooned on the islands of Fiji and there’s already some surprising friction between the group. What drives Emily to confront Bruce the moment they get to the barge? Rick Devens and Jay Wolff dig into this moment and the other major turning points in the premiere episode — including a frightening medica…
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Survivor 45 is here and with it comes the return of "On Fire: The Official Survivor Podcast"! Showrunner Jeff Probst is back to answer fan questions and share his perspective as host and executive producer of the Emmy Award-winning reality series. However, this season, the podcast is introducing a twist and welcoming a new host who has experienced …
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The Tribe Has Spoken
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After a season of epic twists and turns, Survivor 44 has come to a close and with it this season of On Fire. Hear from the final 3 and winner of Season 44 as they each join Jeff, Brittany and Jay to unpack all of the unforgettable moments from this season. Watch episodes of Survivor on CBS and streaming on demand on Paramount+. For details on how w…
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After a recap of episode 12, Jeff, Brittany and Jay take a moment to recognize the incredible journey each of the remaining castaways have endured and celebrate their best moments from this season. Jeff points out how Lauren, Heidi, Carson, Carolyn and Yam Yam all rose to the occasion throughout the season to become top Survivor competitors despite…
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Your Burning Survivor Questions
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Jeff, Brittany, and Jay unpack the latest episode including Yam Yam's epic individual immunity win and Carolyn getting mad at everyone at tribal - including Jeff! Then, the crew dives into all of your unanswered questions from: how long can players go without food during the show to the ground rules all players must follow while on the island. They…
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It’s a Herculean effort to capture every single moment of Survivor as it unfolds in real time, but it’s all possible thanks to the camera and audio crews who bring their instinct, trust and remarkable skill to shooting the show. Jeff breaks down how the crew captures the reality, the challenges and Tribal Councils. He describes how each piece comes…
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The Fire-Making Showdown, The Medallion of Power, Final Two vs Final Three and Change History are just some of the twists and turns that have stirred controversy among Survivor fans and contestants over the past 44 seasons. Find out which of the most polarizing twists Jeff stands by and which ones he regrets. Jeff also answers your questions sheddi…
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The role of an editor on Survivor is to authentically and accurately represent each player's journey during their time in the game. Jeff pulls back the curtain on how a team of 20 editors tells the story of 18 Survivor castaways from moment to moment in each episode as well as across an entire season. We’re joined by editor Dave Armstrong to talk t…
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Curious how Survivor's big themes were born? This episode gets to the heart of how, why, and exactly what it takes to build some of Survivor's most iconic themes. Join us as Jeff discusses some of the most memorable, like Redemption Island, Edge of Extinction and Winners At War. Hear how each theme creates intense, new challenges while revealing th…
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