Drop Your Buffs

We're back for more hate-watching! This time we're talking about the return of Lisette and Joy, Carrie's foray into historical fiction, Aidan's confusing boundaries, a supernova appearance from Cheri Oteri and whatever the hell Charlotte and LTW are doing. Plus, of course, Bi Bingo! Find us on Instagram: Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspod Evan: @evanrosskatz Sean: @soda.pup This is a public episod...

Buckle up because we’re finally sitting down with Chaos Kass of Survivor: Cagayan and Second Chance! We’re getting Kass’ reaction to the Survivor 50 cast, hearing her Survivor casting story (dating all the way back to season 2!) and breaking down her assessment of the New Era as “Temu Survivor.” We’re also diving into her experience on Cagayan and how she broke the mold of the “mom” archetype. Plu...

And Just Like That… we’re back! Like Traitors Season 1 icon Azra Valani, we’re twisting ourselves into pretzels trying to explain what we’re doing here. We’re praising Rosie O’Donnell’s supernova turn as MARY! We’re also talking about how Miranda should have handled her new fling, what Lisa Todd Wexley is doing on this show, Seema’s confusing day in a van and Charlotte’s dog getting… canceled? We...

We’re talking to one of the breakout stars of Survivor: Nicaragua, NaOnka! NaOnka shares her thoughts on the recent passing of her tribemate Jane Bright and shares some of her favorite memories of Jane from their time together on Survivor. She also tells us about how she got cast on the show and her mindset going into a game she barely knew. NaOnka talks about her quit, her edit and her work with...

Survivor 48 is over and we’re bringing in a Survivor legend to help break down everything that happened in the finale. Survivor: South Pacific winner and robbed queen of Winners at War Sophie Clarke joins us to talk about Mitch’s inevitable departure, Kamilla’s congenial loss in fire and Kyle’s win. We’re also drawing parallels beween 48 and South Pacific and touching down on Survivor 50 rumors. F...

We're hopping on the mic to dive into the rumor mill surrounding Survivor 50. The cast will be officially announced on May 28th, but we want to analyze all the rumors and speculation floating around the Survivor-verse. We're discussing every name that's currently being floated and talking about what their chances would be on Survivor 50. We're also offering our own wish lists for returnees. Find u...

Evan is away with Nicole Kidman this week, so we are joined by the equally iconic Kendra McQuarrie from Survivor 45! We are breaking down the "big" move from Kyle and Kamilla, potential winners' stories that are still satisfying and reflecting on the season as a whole. Plus, Kendra provides us with some exclusive insights into her season and how she would play going forward, and she stays to answe...

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 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: @dropyourbuffsp...

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...

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...

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...

We’re back with our final recap of Australian Survivor: Brains V Brawn 2. We break down the winner's journey and discuss how satisfying or unsatisfying it is. We also touch down on the winning potential of Kaelan and AJ and consider how they may have been able to do things differently to secure the win. We talk about Kate's final moments of iconography, the pegging (oops, pegged) final immunity ch...

We are back to recap the latest episode of Survivor 48. We break down the undoing of the merge and how it encourages group-think among the contestants. Plus, we reminisce about RuPaul and Sai and discuss the unfinished storylines from Vulva. We talk about the challenge and the display of masculinity, and we reflect on how the season could bring back stars such as Star and Mary. Remember to Subscri...

We are back to discuss the penultimate week of Australian Survivor: Brains V Brawn 2. We talk about Morgan's edit, the Jury Villa and of course Kate's iconic exit. We also break down that incredible 2-1-1-1 vote and talk through Zara’s decision. We also speculate on potential winners, discussing the different paths that Kaelan, Zara, Myles, and AJ can take. Additionally, we touch on the challenge...

We are back to recap the finale of The White Lotus Season 3. We’re breaking down everything that worked and didn’t work for us. We talk Chelsea and Rick's complicated relationship, the friendship of Jaclyn, Kate and Laurie, where things stand for the Ratliff family and Sritala’s big reveal. Plus, we celebrate Belinda's getaway, discuss the logistics of a big money wire transfer, and speculate on t...

Sean and Evan are back to recap the sixth episode of Survivor 48. We are talking all about the merge (yes, that's what we are calling it) with the group being split into two and competing for individual immunity and the merge feast. We are breaking down Star's iconography, her speech to Cedrek and her merge song. We’re also talking about the group-think of the New Era, Mary’s path forward, Sai’s r...

We are back to discuss another week of Australian Survivor: Brains V Brawn 2. We're zooming out and looking back on the season as a whole and lamenting a seemingly predictable endgame. We're also mourning the loss of a bonafide All-Star. Then, we break down the iconic moments from Jury Villa which include Paulie's bitterness and Kristin's star turn. Diving into the actual episode, we're talking ab...

We're back for the penultimate episode of The White Lotus Season 3. We are talking about Fabian's long-awaited performance, the Ratliff family tension, Rick’s face-off with Jim, Mook and Gaitok's first date, the breakdown of the old friends, Saxon’s move on Chelsea and our predictions for the finale. Plus, we wonder just what Belinda could get out of Greg. Find us on Instagram: Drop Your Buffs: @d...

It's the last week of the premerge in Survivor 48 and Sean and Evan are back to break it all down. We're talking about the looming spectre of Thomas, the loss of a potential queen and the huge Eva and Joe moment. Plus, we're talking about Chrissy's edit, Ru's domination over Tribal Council and Chastity's cavities. We're also looking ahead towards an unlikely alliance between Star and Eva. Remember...

We are back to dive into Week 6 of Australian Survivor: Brains V Brawns 2. We are talking about the evolution of the Survivor Auction, the Barren vs Bounty twist, Paulie's Supernova turn, Kaelan's potential winner edit and Logan’s renewed life in the game. Plus, we talk about JLP being used as a strategy tool and how Myles could scurry his way to the end. Find us on Instagram: Drop Your Buffs: @dr...

We're back to dive into the latest episode of The White Lotus. We're talking about Mike White and HBO's decision to go there with the brotherly love plot, Belinda's invite from Greg, Pornchai moving way too fast and Fabian's moment to shine. We’re also keeping up with the Ratliffs as Tim veers closer and closer towards the edge and the rest of the family deals with identity crises. Plus, we’re tou...

In a true Hail Mary move, the tribes have swapped on Survivor 48 and we're breaking it all down. We're pouring one out for a short-lived iconic Buffie, talking about the complicated history of LGBTQ+ representation on the show and the important place that the B****y Gay archetype plays in Survivor. We're also talking about the nuance of characters like Eva, a strong emergence for Bianca and what t...

We have reached the merge on Australian Survivor: Brains V Brawn 2 and we're breaking it all down. We're talking about the upper hand that the Brains have coming into the merge, the attempted continuation of Girls Gone Wild, the reunion of The Coven, the reunion of The Graduates and the much needed loss of some purple players. Plus, we're breaking down Myles' big play, Logan's flame out and Karin'...

We're back to dive into everything that happened in the span of one night at The White Lotus. We're talking about Victoria's reaction to Piper's defection to Buddhism, Tim's ongoing spiral into depression and the introduction of Sam Rockwell as Frank. We're also unpacking the Full Moon party shenanigans, including the kiss heard around the world. Plus, we discuss the looming threat that Gary/Greg...