On Fire with Jeff Probst: The Official Survivor Podcast

• Who Can You Beat | Survivor 49

  With final tribal quickly approaching, it's time to start thinking about who you want to sit next to at the end. Jeff, Jay and Jeremy dive into every aspect of the second-to-last episode of the season, beginning by discussing the unwritten rule of cutting an ally you can't beat. Jeremy shares his philosophy: if you think you're in a better spot, prepare for the blindside! Then, Jeff explains how a challenge walk-through works, and Jeremy answers why even after 20-plus days without food or proper sleep, there is still something left in the tank. Next, it's the biggest reward of the season, including some powerful letters from home. Jeremy reminisces about a must-watch Survivor moment that he experienced and Jeff answers whether loved ones visits will ever return on Survivor. They contrast the Sanctuary with the beach where there's nothing but rain and rats and Jeremy details how he prepared to survive miserable conditions. Later, they head to tribal council, where two huge advantages are in play. Jeff explains the rules behind exactly what went down, and they bid farewell to one more castaway, setting us up for Final 5 and a killer season finale.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• The Strenuous Seven | Survivor 49

  The finish line is in sight, but the road to get there will be strenuous.  Jeff, Jeremy, and Jay dive into the big moments from Survivor 49, Episode 11, as the castaways reach the treacherous Final Seven threshold. They begin with the choice between revenge and strategy, analyzing how an emotional quest for retribution after a vote-out could be transformed into a crucial resume item for the jury. Next, the guys go behind the scenes of the all-new "Strenuous Journey." Jeff reveals the deliberate choice to use the word "strenuous" in the note and the complex logistics of timing the challenge to the unpredictable ocean tides. They discuss Steven’s harrowing run and how Team FLINT described this when testing it with the Dream Team.  Later, they break down the reward challenge and Jeremy details how best to handle the final few rewards, especially when it comes to doling out who gets to come. They also discuss remixing challenges and Jeff reveals if there are any Survivor challenges that are truly off limits when it comes to adaptation.  Plus, your fan questions, including the rules for returning players at Ponderosa for Survivor 50. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Playing for Purpose | Survivor 49

  The game is yours for the taking, but your demons may stand in the way. Jeff, Jeremy, and Jay dissect an episode of high emotion and high strategy. They begin with a powerful human moment: Christina's raw, tearful grief at the challenge. Jeff retells how he felt during this moment of profound experience. And they examine the remarkable feat that followed as she battled with a plank in the middle of the ocean.  Later, rice is back on the table, but yet again, the negotiation hits the skids. Jeff discusses how this may change in the new era and Jeremy weighs in on the risk of giving up immunity for food. Then, they head to the high-stakes Tribal Council full of possible advantages. Jeremy offers his seasoned advice on having a "backup plan to the backup plan" when the game is full of twists. Plus, your questions, including whether this season's immunity necklace contains real shark teeth. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• In The Dark | Survivor 49

  Post-tribal fallout is real. Jeff, Jeremy and Jay begin by diving into the emotional aftermath of a blindside, and what Sophie is really feeling in the pitch black of the beach. Jeff then gives a rare, in-depth look at the demanding Survivor night shift and the single producer responsible for covering everything that happens at camp after dark. Next, they turn to Kristina's extraordinary reward challenge offer, assessing the move's strategic value and breaking down the rules around giving up a reward. Jeremy reflects on how that exchange proved to be a million-dollar mistake for him, but could be a million-dollar win for another player. Later, Savannah's admission of her real career is a real piece of strategic currency. The guys debate whether or not you should hide your profession, and what managing a lie really entails. And Jeff describes the incredible move he's still waiting to see someone finally pull off. Plus, your questions, including whether you can use a knowledge is power to steal a shot in the dark!  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Iced Out | Survivor 49

  Going from the top to the bottom is a rollercoaster that every castaway must ride at some point. Jeff, Jeremy and Jay dive into the changes in power dynamics that are going on across the merged beach. First up, they look at Savannah's powerful moment of re-experienced trauma. Jeremy lends his insight into how to handle this kind of ride to the bottom and channel it. Then, the players head to a classic immunity challenge with a major immunity twist. Jeff explains how this twist was born in the flow of Survivor obstacles and Jeremy explains his theory for how to dig deep enough to withstand pain. And Jeff reveals whether or not he has ever tried these painstaking endurance challenges. Later, Jeremy speaks to the twist, and how adding a player to a nearly decided vote would melt his brain. And, timing. The guys discuss how when you reveal a piece of information could change not just the vote, but your life in the game. Plus, your questions including how the Survivor art department makes those terribly durable parchments that live everywhere from the voting booth to players' shorts.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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