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• The Best Things About Survivor 49

  The Best Things About Survivor 49 Survivor 49 takes center stage as Rob Cesternino and Mike Bloom dig into the twists, cast shake-ups, and most memorable moments from a season that refused to play it safe. With a focus on what really worked in Survivor 49, Rob and Mike look back at the season’s biggest format shifts, including the return of two-tribe swaps, the end of “mergatory,” and smarter journey twists that gave players more choices and fewer automatic penalties. This is the episode for fans interested in re-examining the wild moves and standout personalities that defined Survivor’s 49th outing. Rob and Mike start by revisiting the game’s structural changes, pointing out the excitement—and occasional frustration—surrounding the double tribe swaps, more fluid gameplay, and meaningful opportunities for castaways to interact. They take a closer look at the cast’s breakout stars, especially Rizzo, Sage, Jawan, Savannah, Soph, and Kristina, discussing how their alliances, rivalries, and emotional moments shaped the season’s narrative. The hosts break down Rizzo’s clever idol maneuvers, Sage’s surprising strategic game, the legendary Sage-Shannon handshake standoff, and the snake bite incident, each giving Survivor 49 its unpredictable flavor. Along the way, Rob and Mike highlight confessional gold, wild challenge wins, and the messiest Tribal Councils—exploring the unique tone and gameplay choices that separated this season from the rest. – Two-tribe swaps and bold format changes set the tone for an unpredictable merge – Rizzo’s idol play—fake and real—sparked chaos and kept everyone guessing – Sage’s rivalry with Shannon produced one of the season’s most talked-about confrontations – The emotional beats: Jawan’s journey from outsider to power player and Kristina’s heartfelt challenge moment – Uli tribe’s strong edit and core alliance, shifting post-merge dynamics, and underdog breakthroughs Will the twists and cast chemistry of Survivor 49 inspire future format experiments, or do the highs and lows serve as a cautionary tale? Can Rizzo’s inventive approach or Sage’s emotional gameplay become the new Survivor blueprint? To pre-order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Chapters: 0:00 Holiday Spirit and Survivor Reflections 6:09 Highlighting Survivor 49’s Format Changes 14:34 Swaps Reshape Tribe Dynamics 18:48 Mergatory Finally Removed This Season 24:43 Journeys Mechanic: New Direction 34:03 Uli Tribe’s Standout Cast Members 44:09 Sage and Jawan’s Power Shift 54:06 Savannah’s Tenacity and Confidence 1:05:13 Blue Sophi’s Underrated Strategic Moves 1:13:54 Rizzo’s Puzzle Comeback Victory 1:15:12 Real Danger: Jake’s Snake Bite 1:21:05 Sage Versus Shannon Showdown 1:25:40 Blindside Chaos at Tribal Council 1:36:05 Survivor 49’s Unusual Place in History 1:40:03 Finale Predictions and Jury Dynamics 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!

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• Anika Dhar on Survivor B&B: Survivor 49 Episode 12

  Anika Dhar on Survivor B&B: Survivor 49 Episode 12 With a new Survivor season upon us, it’s time for Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas to re-open the RHAP B&B! On the B&B, Mike and Liana are inspired by the lighter side of Survivor, featuring a series of segments and games based on what’s happening on Survivor that week. This week, Mike and Liana are joined by Survivor 49 contestant Anika Dhar for Episode 12 of Survivor 49! This week’s charity shoutout is The Nature Conservancy, which aims to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Click here to make a one-time or monthly donation. If you have any suggestions for games or feedback for the B&B, feel free to reach out to us on social media or email [email protected]. 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!

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• Why ___ Lost: Survivor 49 Ep 12

  Why ___ Lost: Survivor 49 Ep 12 A week ago, everything was coming up Steven on Survivor 49. It looked like it was going to happen again when Sophi’s plan to steal his Advantage fell flat. Little did he know it wouldn’t matter. Those who should’ve been targeting the opposing alliance for weeks again turned on one of their own, him! Many viewers were stunned! Now that special guest Omar Zaheer, David Bloomberg, and Jessica Lewis have had a few days to think about it, what do they conclude? Was it a good move? A bad move? The best option after a series of wrong decisions? At RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why Steven Lost. To pre-order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Check out our new merch at https://www.robhasawebsite.com/merc 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!

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• Survivor Global: Survivor 49 Episode 12 with Jacques Burger

  Survivor Global: Survivor 49 Episode 12 with Jacques Burger Survivor Global host Shannon Guss speaks to Survivor: South Africa’s Jacques Burger about the penultimate episode of Survivor 49. They discuss their thoughts on this week’s moves, including players’ outside explanations, and look ahead to their predictions for the finale next week. 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!

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• Purple Pants Podcast | Survivor 49 Episode 12 Recap: Candy Yams

  Purple Pants Podcast | Survivor 49 Episode 12 Recap: Candy Yams The baby boys are back in the booth for another round of Survivor News as Brice, Wendell, and Jack dig into Survivor 49 Episode 12, “The Die Is Cast.”   With the endgame fully locked in, the beach is buzzing as advantages collide, loyalties wobble, and one wrong move threatens to send carefully crafted plans crashing down. From a high-stakes scramble for power, to emotions spilling over as the pressure of Day 23 hits, to a wild tribal council where trust, timing, and pure nerve all get put to the test, the trio breaks down the mess, the mayhem, and the masterstrokes. The baby boys are cutting up, clocking the strategy, and serving that signature Survivor News spice as they unpack the chaos that sets the stage for a finale that’s looking real unpredictable. Tickets are now available for Brice and Wen 49 Survivor Watch Party Tour!  Grab your tickets here: https://briceandwenpresent.flite.city You can also watch along on Brice Izyah’s YouTube channel to watch us break it all down. https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants 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! Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives

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