We are finally welcoming the pioneer of Survivor podcasting to Drop Your Buffs! Survivor: The Amazon and Survivor: All-Stars legend Rob Cesternino joins us to talk all things Survivor. We are talking RHAP’s origins, his approach to critiquing the show and the fandom. Rob tells us why he would love to talk to more unsavory alumni on the podcast and spills on a recent close call with Russell Hantz. We also touch down on Survivor 48, Survivor 50 and what the future might hold for returning player season. We dive into his experience on Survivor, his evolving relationship with The Host and his rocky relationship with Mike White. Check out our Substack where we’ll be releasing a little more situation-room-chat from this interview.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup RHAP: @rhapgrams This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe
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Survivor 48, Episode 11 "Coconut Etiquette" Recap
We are back to recap Episode 11 of Survivor 48. We are talking stagnant gameplay, potential winners and Eva's nothing-burger journey. We break down Mary's exit and what it means for the rest of the season. We also hear from Survivor icon-legend-queen Sophie Clark as she calls in and provides the argument for Survivor 48 as gripping television. Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe
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Survivor 48, Episode 10 "My Enemies Are Plottin'" Recap
We’re back discussing Episode 10 of Survivor 48. We are talking about loyalty, integrity and honesty among the strong 4/6 alliance. We’re also touching on Joe’s questionable comments about Star and breaking down the frustrating non-moves by Mitch, Kyle, Kamilla and others. Plus, we touch on the impact this season might have on future gameplay and consider where it fits in Survivor history. We have opened the phone lines once again for this week's After Dark, so make sure to check out our Substack for a supersized exclusive episode this week.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe
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Survivor 48, Episode 9 "Welcome to the Party" Recap
We're back to break down the latest episode of Survivor 48. We're talking about Kyle and Kamilla's position in the game right now, Shauhin's edit, the path forward for a satisfying winner and the ongoing ghosting of Mary. We also get into confessional counts, edgic and the players' social media activity. We also get into Eva's advantage and nighttime journey. We also look at David as an important character in the show. Plus we're touching down on Love on the Spectrum!Over on Substack, we’ll be taking your questions on this week’s After Dark!Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe
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Survivor 48, Episode 8 "A Rift Between All of Us" Recap
We’re back to recap the latest episode of Survivor 48. We break down the Strong 6 alliance and explore how the underdogs could have taken control. We’re also talking about Mary and her new role as Big Dairy’s henchwoman. We also touch on the online interpretation of Eva and David as the season’s villains. Stay tuned for After Dark (exclusively on Substack) because this week we’re opening the phone lines!Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe
Heralded by the Washington Post as being “ostensibly about ‘Survivor’”, in this podcast, veteran fan Sean Ross and quarantine newbie Evan Ross Katz take a very gay deep dive into all things SURVIVOR. With a uniquely queer lens, Drop Your Buffs takes a retrospective look at the greatest seasons, players and iconic moments from the reality show that started it all. Plus, we go straight to the source, interviewing legendary contestants of the game.
But it doesn’t stop there. Evan and Sean also cover SURVIVOR-adjacent television, including THE TRAITORS, THE WHITE LOTUS and …AND JUST LIKE THAT. dropyourbuffs.substack.com
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