On Fire with Jeff Probst: The Official Survivor Podcast

Emotions run high as castaways grapple with the fallout from betrayals. Relationships deepen but become complicated under pressure. A tense rice negotiation morphs into a wild trade, affecting players like Sam. Jeff shares insights on whether the trade will impact gameplay. Rain adds chaos to Tribal, with Jeff revealing his love for it and the challenges of maintaining fire. Jury management strategies come into play as another contestant heads to the jury bench, underlining the delicate balance between immediate survival and long-term goals.

Sometimes an episode gets batty - literally! Jeff, Jay and Charlie dive into the big moments of episode nine, beginning with a tale as old as time ... Treemail! Jeff harkens back to Season 1, when he first introduced Treemail to the Survivor audience and how it still has a major role today. Then, a twist where 40% of the vote is possibly gone- Jeff answers if that number could increase moving forward. Plus, they dig into Andy and Sam's setback on the challenge, how the Challenge Department is always prepared for a malfunction, and why in this case, Jeff knew it was not his problem! And later they discuss walking into a tribal that's already live, how Jeff handles it if people want to ignore his questions, and why chaos is in the eye of the beholder.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get ready to get happy, it's the Survivor Auction! Jay, Jeff and Charlie dive into this packed episode, beginning with the SSA's, "Sol's Secret Agents," and whether all castaways need to come prepared with alliance names. Then, they dive into all of the drama of the auction, including how the producers prepare for such an audacious challenge, where they get those delicious grubs, and why Jeff decided to break out into some Shakespeare in the Park. Later, they discuss the big moves by Rachel - sneaking an idol from a tarp and how her new usage of the Shot in the Dark may change the game for years to come. Last up, Charlie talks about grip strength - again. And Jeff answers a fan question about how player interviews are executed and scheduled to ensure all players have equal time to talk behind each other's back To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join former Survivor player Charlie Davis, season 46 runner-up, and Jay Wolff, executive producer of the podcast, as they unravel the intricate storytelling behind Survivor. They discuss the psychological evolution of contestants during intense moments, explore the unexpected split tribal council, and explain how immunity necklaces are crafted. Charlie shares the shift in mindset when challenges become scarce, while Jeff reveals his secrets for tallying votes, delivering a captivating behind-the-scenes glimpse into the game.

Everybody drop your Buffs®, it's time to earn the merge! Only this time... it's harder than ever. Jeff, Jay, and Charlie dive into the new twist that left only one player safe. Jeff explains the producer's mentality behind the shift between the group and individual stages of the game. Plus the chaos of when all the crews hit the same beach and suddenly there are 13 simultaneous stories to cover.Then, Charlie analyzes how to approach a two-stage challenge when you have nothing left in the tank. And, Jeff and Charlie debate the pros and cons of a large vs. small tribal council - and whether there is truly nowhere to hide on Survivor. Lastly, Jeff reveals how the entire episode was framed from Rome's POV and how starting on the beach and ending in the edit bays, the team was able to bring you inside his mind as he went to what he referred to as a "Michael Jordan vs. Kirk Hinrich" tribal. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It begins with only two lanes... and a first ever Survivor twist. Jeff, Jay and Charlie discuss the premiere of The Survivor Social, where it came from, what Jeff was hoping for, and how players hungry for intel now have an opportunity like never before. And, Jeff details the true story of how the Sanctuary... where good things happen... was birthed.Later, Jay asks Jeff about his approach when a tribe decides to bargain... like when Gata tried to trade their chickens for eggs. And, Charlie gives his take on what the right choice really was. Plus, Jeff details where his color commentary was born and Charlie fondly remembers a moment where Jeff got in his head. Last up, is Andy becoming the Talented Mr. Ripley?Jeff details how the storytelling of a Survivor murder mystery gets built... and Jay and Charlie discuss the potential fallout at Gata moving forward.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff, Jay and Charlie begin with Teeny's decision to tell Sol that her vote on him was emotional, not strategic - and how vulnerability plays a part in building alliances. Then, the chickens are back! Jeff details how egg-laying hens are so uniquely Survivor and Charlie reveals his take on how to make the most of it.A bucket of red paint falls on Sue when she finds a beware advantage. Jay suggests an evolution to the advantage that may take Survivor 50 by storm. Then - a puzzle that ended the way it started, as if nothing ever happened. Jeff discusses whether gameplay ever bugs him, and how Rome's strategy on the puzzle was so... puzzling. Last up, Jeff answers a question about eliminating one of his famous catchphrases - and which one he would choose!  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Twenty six nights sleeping on bamboo can't be good on your back - and Gata is already feeling the pain. Jeff, Jay and Charlie discuss what adjusting to camp life is really like and whether or not Jeff's ever spent the night in a shelter.Then, it's Rome's Island, and we're all just living on it. Does selectively sharing fish work in your favor? And is he the Godson to Boston Rob? Maybe! Later, they dig into the importance of player interviews and how small decisions from the Survivor camera teams can make a huge difference. And Jay asks Jeff if seeing the players strategize before the challenge was borne out of a moment from On Fire Season 3.Later - Aysha was feeling like she was out of the group chat at tribal council. They dig into this feeling and discuss how vulnerability is a crucial part of the experience. Last up, Jeff answers how many fires can you have at a tribe camp? The answer might surprise you!  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There aren’t many rules in Survivor, but rice theft is one of them! Jeff, Jay, and Charlie consider Rachel’s sneaky attempt to pocket some rice, what it says about her character, and why letting her get away with it would influence the integrity of the game.Personality traits, for better or worse, are starting to show and friction among players is building. Charlie explains how much harder it becomes to hide your feelings about a tribemate when you’re under-fed, under-slept, and under pressure. Then, Jeff shares how the challenge department evolved the three-person table maze. Charlie, a master at the game, shares his advice for keeping cool through its twists and turns. Lastly, Jeff weighs in on a listener question about bringing personal items to the beach.The season is just beginning, but according to Rome, he’s got the On Fire gig booked for next season.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s the premiere of Survivor 47, and 24 years in, the goosebumps still come when Jeff says “The game is on!” Fresh off of Survivor 46, Jeff and Jay are joined by new co-host Charlie Davis, who shares his advice for keeping cool in the opening moments of the game. Then, Jeff explains how the tradition of diving face-first into a pit of mud is not just transformative, it’s also a lot easier said than done!Jeff shares behind-the-scenes details about what went into the evolution of earning tribe supplies, as well as the newest iteration of the Beware Advantage, and how the “nesting doll” could impact gameplay. Then, Jeff, Jay and Charlie discuss this season’s epic first Immunity Challenge, and the post-challenge aftermath when Andy airs his dirty laundry and throws Jon under the bus. Lastly, Jeff answers a listener's question on the best way to binge Survivor. So dive into the mudpit, because that’s how you do it on Survivor. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices