The Exclusive With Sharon Tharp

After 20 years and four previous runs, Cirie Fields is returning for Survivor 50 with unfinished business. In this preseason interview, the Survivor legend sits down with host Sharon Tharp on set in Fiji to reflect on how experience, perspective, and longevity have reshaped her approach since her first season. Cirie opens up about loyalty, reading people before the game begins, and navigating pre-...

After more than a decade away, Benjamin "Coach" Wade is returning for Survivor 50 with a clear goal: to win. In this preseason interview, the Survivor legend sits down with host Sharon Tharp on set in Fiji to reflect on how time, family, and personal growth have reshaped his approach since his previous seasons. Coach opens up about legacy, redemption, and why returning now feels like the right mom...

Q Burdette is back for Survivor 50 — and he knows exactly what went wrong last time. In this preseason interview, the Survivor 46 breakout sits down with host Sharon Tharp on set in Fiji to reflect on how moving too fast and embracing chaos cost him his shot at the end — and why he plans to start Survivor 50 by slowing down. Q opens up about the reputation he brings into the game, the fine line be...

Angelina Keeley is back for Survivor 50 — and she’s playing a smarter game this time. In this preseason interview, the Survivor: David vs. Goliath finalist sits down with host Sharon Tharp on set in Fiji to reflect on how life, motherhood, and experience have reshaped her approach since her first season. Angelina opens up about learning from a zero-vote finish, dialing back theatrics, and balancin...

Jenna Lewis-Dougherty is back for Survivor 50 — and she’s counting on being underestimated. In this preseason interview, the Survivor Season 1 alum sits down with Sharon Tharp to discuss returning for Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans, why being overlooked is exactly where she wants to be, and how the game’s modern era of advantages and résumé-building has changed the way she plans to play. Mo...

Mike White is back for Survivor 50 — and he’s ready to police the vibe. In this preseason interview from Fiji, the Survivor: David vs. Goliath finalist and The White Lotus creator sits down with host Sharon Tharp to discuss why the timing felt right to return, how stepping away from his day job helped reset his mindset, and why he’s drawn to playing a looser, more mischievous game this time around...

Survivor winner and The Traitors Season 3 alum Jeremy Collins joins Sharon Tharp to break down The Traitors Season 4, Episode 6 — the most intense episode of the season so far. They dive into Ron Funches' poignant Roundtable speech, Colton Underwood's’s aggressive (and controversial) strategy and Lisa Rinna’s growing target. Plus, Jeremy shares insider perspective from his own time on The Traitors...

Host Sharon Tharp talks to Venita Aspen about the fallout between Craig Conover and Salley Carson on Southern Charm, pushing back on claims that she gave her friend an ultimatum and explaining why she felt compelled to speak up. Venita opens up about the criticism she’s faced, her perspective on Craig and Salley’s dynamic, and why she stands by how she handled the situation — plus where she curren...

In this bonus episode of The Exclusive, host Sharon Tharp is joined by social media influencer and reality TV superfan Bran Flakezz for a big-picture check-in on The Traitors Season 4 so far, breaking down the early stretch of the game, standout players, strategy, and how the season is shaping up compared to past installments. They also branch out into Bran’s thoughts on the Survivor 50 cast, his...

Big Brother 27 finalist Morgan Pope joins Sharon Tharp to recap the drama of Episodes 4 & 5 of The Traitors Season 4, reacting to Tiffany’s shocking banishment, the latest murders, and the growing chaos among the Faithfuls. From Rob’s strong Traitor position to the controversy surrounding Colton’s gameplay and the castle’s shifting alliances, Morgan delivers her unfiltered thoughts and sharp s...

Fourth player murdered on The Traitors Season 4, Monét X Change joins The Exclusive to unpack her abrupt exit, the betrayal that blindsided her, and why she believes the Traitors’ loyalty this season is unlike anything we’ve seen before. Monét opens up about trusting Candiace Dillard Bassett, suspecting Lisa Rinna, unshielding Tiffany Mitchell, and how planting the right seeds ultimately put a tar...

The third player banished from The Traitors Season 4, Tiffany Mitchell, joins The Exclusive to break down her emotional exit, what really went wrong at the roundtable, and who tipped her off that she may be getting votes. The Big Brother 23 mastermind reflects on her fiery confrontation with Colton Underwood, her close bonds with Ian Terry, Rob Cesternino, and Candiace Dillard Bassett, and what sh...

In this The Traitors Season 4 exit interview, Rob Cesternino joins host Sharon Tharp on The Exclusive to break down his shocking “murder in plain sight” and react to the moment he believes fellow Survivor player Yam Yam Arocho put a target on his back. Rob opens up about the emotional toll of his early exit, being labeled a “mastermind,” how that perception affected his game, and what he’d do diff...

Big Brother 14 winner Ian Terry joins Sharon Tharp to break down his experience on The Traitors Season 4 after becoming the first player murdered. From why he said yes, to how his reputation as a “smart player” made him an early target, Ian reflects on early-game randomness, missed connections, and what might have changed if he’d survived just one more round.

Survivor legend Tyson Apostol joins Sharon Tharp to break down Episodes 1–3 of The Traitors Season 4, diving into the early murders, banished players, and strategic mistakes that set the tone for the game. From first impressions to surprising moves and early-game chaos, Tyson shares his unfiltered take on what’s already shaping up to be a wild season.

Host Sharon Tharp sits down with Stephen Colletti to talk about his experience on The Traitors , his complicated history with reality TV, and how Laguna Beach shaped — but didn’t define — his career. From why he finally said yes to a competition show to reflecting on life, growth, and navigating Hollywood after early fame, the conversation goes beyond the castle and into what comes next.

Rob Cesternino joins Sharon Tharp to break down his return to reality TV on The Traitors, opening up about why the timing finally felt right after more than 20 years, how the opportunity differed from a potential Survivor return, and what it was like stepping into the castle as both a longtime player and podcasting powerhouse. Rob also reflects on building RHAP into a full-time business, balancing...

Certified Bravo expert and Gabbing With Gib host Gibson Johns joins Sharon Tharp to break down the Real Housewives competing on The Traitors Season 4, including Dorinda Medley, Lisa Rinna, Porsha Williams, Candiace Dillard Bassett, and Caroline Stanbury. Gibson dives into who these women really are beyond Bravo, how their Housewives history could shape their gameplay, and which cast dynamics, alli...

Amazing Race 38 winners Jag & Jas Bains join Sharon Tharp to break down the U-Turn drama that shook the race, explain how they pulled off a record-breaking run, and reveal what viewers didn’t see behind the scenes. The brothers open up about strategy, alliances, finale taxi luck, representation, and how their Big Brother experience shaped their approach—plus whether they’d return for All-Stars...

Survivor 49 finalist Sage Ahrens-Nichols joins The Exclusive to reflect on her third-place finish and her path to Final Tribal Council, opening up about feeling misunderstood by the jury, the “flip-flopping” label that followed her game, and why she believes adaptation — not indecision — kept her alive in a volatile endgame. Sage also discusses the Steven vote, her complex dynamic with Savannah, h...

Survivor 49’s Kristina Mills joins Sharon Tharp for an exit interview, breaking down her exit, her jury vote at Final Tribal Council, and the reasoning behind the pointed question she asked Savannah that sparked major debate among fans. Kristina opens up about what she was looking for from each finalist, how close her vote truly was, and why that moment ultimately solidified her decision. She also...

Survivor 49’s Rizo Velovic joins Sharon Tharp for an exit interview, breaking down his fire-making loss, why he believes whoever won that showdown would have won the season, and how he weighed the “what if” of reaching Final Tribal Council. Rizo also opens up about his vote for Savannah, his reaction to Kristina’s pointed jury question, and the strategy behind holding an idol for nine straight tri...

Survivor 49 runner-up Sophi Balerdi joins Sharon Tharp for an exit interview, breaking down her mindset heading into Final Tribal Council, why she was shocked to receive votes, and how close the endgame really was. Sophi also opens up about her subtle social strategy, working within the Savannah–Rizo trio, her fire-making decision, the fallout from the Knowledge Is Power twist, and why she believe...

Survivor 49 winner Savannah Louie joins Sharon Tharp for a post-finale interview, breaking down her Final Tribal Council performance, how she interpreted the jury’s tough questions, and why she wasn’t fully sure she had the win locked up heading into the vote. Savannah also opens up about her aggressive gameplay, the jury votes that surprised her most, her tight bond with Sophi and Rizo, what view...

Izzy Gleicher and Paige Seber join Sharon Tharp to break down their unforgettable run on The Amazing Race 38, unpacking the finale, how the edit portrayed their journey, and where they stand with their fellow castmates today. They open up about representation, identity, and the challenges viewers didn’t fully see — including the Moulin Rouge task — plus how they approached running a “clean” race,...