The Survivor Buff

Breaking Down Survivor 49 Episode 11 An impressive episode for Stephen Was Sophie the best person to take out?  When will Soph use her Knowledge is Power?  Sage with the 'emotional play' 

Breaking Down Survivor 49 Episode 10  What was the point of Rizzo's fake idol?  Who gets the credit for the blindside?  Why does it feel like Sophie can't win?  The rice negotiation's gotta go! 

After a brief hiatus, Zale and Eric are back to break down the mid season of Survivor 49. Who do they like, and who do like ... less? They talk about why this season feels a bit flat to them.  Who are they rooting for, who is playing well, and guess as to why the other contestants aren't flushing Rizzo's - sorry - 'Riz God's' idol? 

Breaking Down Survivor 49 Episode 6  Do we like having a second swap?  Shannon vs. Sage = Drama  Looking towards the merge Our winner picks 

Breaking Down Survivor 49 Episode 5  Thoughts on the cast  More 'sob stories' Did we like the journey?  General banter

Breaking Down Survivor 49 Episode 4 Why Zale loved this immunity challenge  Sophie with some sass about those bananas  Why Matt's plan was admirable  Wellness meets Christianity ? 

In this episode of The Survivor Buff, hosts Zale Mednick and Eric Silverberg are joined by guest Josh Lewenberg to discuss various aspects of Survivor. They discuss this week's medical evacuation and debate whether there should be more leniency in certain medical situations. They analyze Sophi's choice to vote out Jeremiah and Alex's decision to play his idol and speak about the ways in which the...

Reviewing Survivor 49 Episode 2  Did Juwan make the right decision on the journey? Is loyalty an underrated 'Survivor value'?  Which contestants are we most hopeful for?  Did they make the right decision at tribal council? 

In this episode of Survivor Buff, hosts Zale and Eric dive into the premiere of Survivor 49. Is Jake's bromance the weirdest bromance of all time? Is it even a bromance? Was Rizzo's pathetic challenge outing worth of the sob story moment? Who do we like? Who do we not like? Tune in to get the dirt. 

Zale and Eric dive into the intricacies of the latest season of Australian Survivor. They discuss the standout performances of Parvati and Cirie, highlighting their strategic and social gameplay. The episode explores the dynamics of influence between the two players, how this season affects their legacies, and where this season stands in Survivor canon. Is Parvati the best to ever play? Is this a...

In this episode, Zale and Eric discuss this instantly iconic episode of Australian Survivor. They discuss some of the most impressive moves and biggest blunders we have seen in the season thus far. This episode is so ginormous that we do not want to risk sharing spoilers in the episode notes. 

In this episode, hosts Zale and Eric dive into the excitement of the latest season of Australian Survivor: Australia vs. The World. They explore the dynamics of legendary players like Parvati, Cirie, and Tony, and discuss the strategic moves that have kept fans on the edge of their seats. From the intense rivalries to the unexpected twists, Zale and Eric break down why this season is a must-watch...

Todd Herzog, the winner of Survivor's 15th season, is one of Survivor's most iconic winners. Todd joins the show to shed some light on what it's really like to play Survivor, and how his life changed when he came back to regular society. He also shares personal reflections on his battle with addiction and how that has been misrepresented in pop culture.  Check out Todd's Pop Shop on instagram @tod...

Breaking down the newly revealed Survivor 50 Cast Who are we excited to see?  Who are we shocked to see?  Who was left on the cutting room floor? 

Reviewing the season in full - yay or nay?  Is there a casting issue?  How does Kyle stack up as a winner?  Survivor 50 rumours 

Who has the best shot of becoming the 48th sole Survivor?  How is Joe perceived by the jury?  Is the Kyle/Kamila game too under the radar for the jury to appreciate?  Post Mortem on Shauheen

David 'The Stander'  Why is everyone playing so stagnantly?  Post-Mortem on Mary  OMG Kyle's a lawyer?!?!?!

What's going on with Kamila and Kyle?  A bizarre Star edit  Who is in the strongest postiion to win/

David - great reads, poor execution Did Joe just dilute his 'honesty' brand?  Trouble in paradise with David's gem of a girlfriend The 'relevant' prison stint ... 

Controversy about a 'strong person' alliance David - right reads, poor gameplay?  How should Kyle have navigated the suspicion on him and Kamila?  Survivor 50 - A massive name now in the mix?

Mid-season thoughts Do we like the New Era 'double tribal twist'?  Some fun challenge banter Does Sai deserve an ask back? 

A conversation about milk  Star the Great  The changes to Merge-a-tory  Challenge change-up? 

That incredible moment with Joe and Eva  What happened at that wild tribal council?  Why did Bianca tell Cedrek about her 'lose a vote'?  Starr's bizarre idol decision  Survivor 50 cast speculation 

Why was this move so awesome? Should Kamilla have voted for Kyle? Should Thomas have been truthful about his 'steal a vote'?  Sai and Ced - oof ... tough look 

Breaking Down Survivor 48 Episode 3  That wild tribal council  Why did Cedrek change his mind?  Trailer Park Dreamin' Was the journey 'unfair'?