The Exclusive With Sharon Tharp

In this exclusive preseason interview, Big Brother winner Josh Martinez joins host Sharon Tharp just days before handing over his phone and entering Telemundo’s La Casa de los Famosos. Josh opens up about why he turned down major projects like The Challenge 42 to pursue his dream of breaking into the Latin market, his strategy for the high-stakes public vote, and the anxiety of returning to 24/7 l...

In this episode, host Sharon Tharp is joined by a very special guest: her sister, Kelly. The duo dives deep into the fallout of Rob Rausch’s latest recruitment and the shifting dynamics within the castle. Sharon and Kelly discuss whether Eric Nam was the right choice for the turret, the tragic banishment of Stephen Colletti, and why Natalie Anderson’s gameplay continues to keep everyone on their t...

The latest player banished from The Traitors Season 4, Stephen Colletti, joins The Exclusive to break down the "chaos" at the Roundtable and the "over his skis" strategy that led to his exit. The actor and reality veteran reflects on being blindsided by Natalie's gut instinct, the "sketchy" private conversation with Candiace that clouded his judgment, and why he failed to spot Rob's Traitor game i...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Survivor 49 winner Savannah Louie sits down with host Sharon Tharp to discuss returning immediately for Survivor 50 with almost no time to recover. Savannah opens up about the emotional and physical challenge of playing back-to-back seasons, starting the game with a target on her back, and how she plans to navigate the new-era pace against veteran player...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Rizo Velovic arrives for Survivor 50 as a "super duper fan" ready to cement his legacy among the greats. Fresh off a 10-day turnaround from Season 49, Rizo reveals that he models his strategic approach after Big Brother legend Dan Gheesling. He also breaks down his "RizGod" persona, his "surreal" first impressions of seeing Coach at Ponderosa, and why he...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Joe Hunter reflects on the "honorable sacrifice" of returning for Survivor 50 just days after the conclusion of his season airing. Fresh off the fallout of Season 48, Joe admits his brain is "completely scrambled" as he prepares to navigate the game again alongside former allies Kyle and Kamilla. He breaks down his secret method for scouting other player...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Kamilla Karthigesu reveals her "tried and tested" strategy for Survivor 50: throwing everyone else under the bus. Fresh off her run on Season 48, Kamilla admits she was "annoyed" to see her former allies Kyle and Joe on the beach and explains why she plans to distance herself from them. From branding the unknown Season 49 players as "secret winners" to t...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Charlie Davis opens up about his high-stakes return for Survivor 50 and the "muscle memory" he’s bringing back to the beach to finally seal the deal. Charlie explains why he is cutting the "fluff" from his original training and embracing a "different me" for this milestone season, one that is prepared for the "mixed baggage" of returning with former alli...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Tiffany Ervin opens up about her high-stakes return for Survivor 50 and the "carefree" energy she’s bringing. Tiffany gets candid about the "mixed" reality of playing with her Season 46 castmates, admitting she has "complicated" feelings toward Charlie after he "stabbed her in the back" during their first run. While she considers Q a close friend in the...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, three-time Survivor alum Colby Donaldson explains why he was the first person to call casting for Survivor 50—and why this return feels more meaningful than any of his previous trips. Colby reflects on the full-circle perspective he has now in his 50s, revisiting his past games and the moments he’s proud of (and the ones he regrets), and what it means to...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Genevieve Mushaluk opens up about her unique position as the lone representative from her season and the "particularly vulnerable" social landscape of Survivor 50. Mushaluk reveals the bizarre pregame dynamics currently unfolding at Ponderosa, including her "stern dad" encounters with a cold Colby Donaldson and her "toxic" attraction to the unpredictable...

Big Brother winner Andy Herren joins Sharon Tharp on The Exclusive to break down The Traitors Season 4, Episode 8, unpacking Candiace’s shocking banishment, Rob’s most powerful move yet as a Traitor, the fallout from killing Colton, and why the faithfuls continue to miss glaring red flags. They debate whether Candiace doomed her own game with the “throwaway vote,” how traitor-on-traitor betrayals...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Jonathan Young reveals the unique preparation he undertook for his return in Survivor 50, including a personal letter of advice and three specific rules for success from legend Boston Rob. Known as the ultimate "challenge beast" of the New Era, Young explains why he is actually grateful his strategic game was downplayed in Season 42 and how he plans to u...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Emily Flippen reveals the internal struggle behind returning for the milestone 50th season. She breaks down her fascinating psychological reads on legends like Cirie Fields and Coach at Ponderosa, explaining why she’s already picking up on a massive divide in energy between the icons of the game. From calling the back-to-back players from season 49 "psyc...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Christian Hubicki opens up about his long-awaited return for Survivor 50 and the major life shifts—including earning tenure and becoming a father just six weeks before the game—that have reshaped his approach to the season. Christian explains his new "narrative warfare" strategy, a lesson he’s stealing from Mike White to control the stories told on the i...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Rick Devens reflects on his dramatic path to Survivor 50, revealing that he was nearly left off the cast as a late alternate before finally getting the call. Devens explains how that setback gave him a chip on his shoulder—and why it’s pushed him to approach the game differently this time. From being one fire-making challenge away from winning his origin...

The fifth player banished on The Traitors Season 4, Ron Funches joins The Exclusive to unpack his emotional exit after being targeted by a house of reality veterans. The comedian and actor compares the castle dynamics to a toxic high school, reveals why he’s expecting "fake apologies" from certain costars at the upcoming reunion, and breaks down the "popular kid" strategy that led to his downfall....

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Aubry Bracco opens up about returning for Survivor 50 after stepping away from the Survivor community and how that time off — along with becoming a parent — has reshaped her perspective and strategy. Aubry explains why she plans to play as a free agent in the early game, focusing on one-on-one relationships, keeping her options open, and avoiding early c...

After nearly a decade away from the game, Chrissy Hofbeck is back for Survivor 50—and she believes the timing couldn’t be better. In this preseason interview, the Survivor 35 finalist sits down with host Sharon Tharp on set in Fiji to break down her strategy heading into Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans . Chrissy opens up about why being a “lone wolf” from her season could work to her advanta...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, Survivor legend Ozzy Lusth sits down with host Sharon Tharp ahead of Survivor 50 to size up the cast and reflect on how the game has evolved over the years. Ozzy shares his thoughts on old school versus new school Survivor, returning to the island after more than two decades with the franchise, and how existing relationships and reputations could shape t...

In this preseason interview filmed in Fiji, three-time Survivor alum Stephenie LaGrossa Kendrick opens up about returning for Survivor 50 more than two decades after her original seasons. Stephenie reflects on balancing motherhood with coming back to the game, her concerns about physical endurance, and why she believes the game begins the moment players arrive. She also shares her thoughts on old...

Survivor 45 winner Dee Valladares returns for Survivor 50 with confidence, clarity, and nothing to prove. In this preseason interview, Dee sits down with host Sharon Tharp on set in Fiji to break down how she’s approaching the game as a returning winner — from managing her threat level to why she sees her perceived disadvantages as advantages. Dee reacts to the Survivor 50 cast, opens up about who...

In this preseason interview, Survivor 48 winner Kyle Fraser sits down with host Sharon Tharp on location in Fiji ahead of Survivor 50 to break down his mindset returning to the game so soon after winning. Kyle opens up about why being a winner isn’t his biggest concern, which players and unknowns worry him most, and how pre-existing relationships and groups could shape the early game. He also refl...

Survivor alum and The Traitors Canada star Omar Zaheer joins Sharon Tharp on The Exclusive to break down the most hyped episode of The Traitors Season 4, diving deep into the dramatic Banquet murder, Yam Yam’s shocking exit, Lisa Rinna’s gameplay and defense, Natalie’s desperate fight for the antidote, and Rob’s increasingly powerful position in the game. Omar analyzes the strategy behind the murd...

The fifth player murdered on The Traitors Season 4, Yam Yam Arocho joins The Exclusive to unpack his shocking banquet exit, after being murdered in plain sight by Lisa Rinna. The Survivor winner breaks down the controversial moment that sparked online debate, why he believes murdered players should be allowed to speak, and how his growing suspicion of Lisa ultimately played into his fate. Yam Yam...