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Big Brother 27: Recap of the Recap Welcome to RHAP’s official Big Brother 27 episode recap podcast! Whether you’re a seasoned Big Brother viewer or a newcomer to the show, Rob Has a Podcast promises to be your go-to source for in-depth analysis, daily Live Feed updates, and exclusive interviews with the houseguests themselves. Today, Big Brother 25’s Cory Wurtenberger and America Lopez talk through the recap of the recap with Rob Cesternino. This episode of the podcast is brought to you by our friends at Star Walk 2. Looking for the perfect way to explore the night sky this summer? Say hello to Star Walk 2 — the free stargazing app that transforms your phone into a personal planetarium! Using cutting-edge AR technology, Star Walk 2 lets you point your phone at the sky and instantly identify stars, planets, constellations, and satellites — all in real-time, overlaid on your actual surroundings. It’s like magic for your pocket!  Available on iOS and Android. Just search “Star Walk 2” or go to https://get.starwalk.space/rhap and start exploring the universe tonight! Preorder Taran’s book here! Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Big Brother coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Big Brother podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

The Amazing Race 38 First Team Eliminated Exit Interview Rob Cesternino, Jessica Liese, and Mike Bloom are back for another incredible journey around the world watching The Amazing Race! Our TAR experts will be back with a recap each and every week! Make sure to also tune into our weekly exit interview with the eliminated team. Today, Rob and Jess interview the first team eliminated from The Amazing Race 38. Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP! Rob Cesternino @robcesternino Jessica Liese @HaymakerHattie Mike Bloom @AMikeBloomType Join our Facebook group at robhasawebsite.com/targroup  LISTEN: Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed.  WATCH: Watch and subscribe to all RHAP podcasts on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

The Amazing Race 38 Premiere Recap Rob Cesternino, Jessica Liese, and Mike Bloom are back for another incredible journey around the world watching The Amazing Race! Our TAR experts will be back with a recap each and every week! Make sure to also tune into our weekly exit interview with the eliminated team. Today, Rob, Jess, and Mike discuss the premiere of The Amazing Race 38. Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP! Rob Cesternino @robcesternino Jessica Liese @HaymakerHattie Mike Bloom @AMikeBloomType Join our Facebook group at robhasawebsite.com/targroup  LISTEN: Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed.  WATCH: Watch and subscribe to all RHAP podcasts on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

BB27 Final 4 Episode Recap Welcome to RHAP’s official Big Brother 27 episode recap podcast! Whether you’re a seasoned Big Brother viewer or a newcomer to the show, Rob Has a Podcast promises to be your go-to source for in-depth analysis, daily Live Feed updates, and exclusive interviews with the houseguests themselves. Today, Taran Armstrong is joined by Chantele Francis and Maggie Morgan to discuss the Thursday eviction episode of Big Brother 27. Big Brother 27 reaches a critical juncture as the final four face off. Taran Armstrong, Maggie Morgan, and Chantele Francis dissect the latest eviction episode, where Morgan’s accidental leak about production shakes up the game. Ava leaves the house, but not before she calls a meeting to expose Vince’s gameplay. Morgan continues her competition dominance, securing both HOH and veto wins. The panel debates Ava’s strategy, with Maggie arguing she played a classic floater game while others see missed opportunities. The panel discuss: • Morgan’s strategy of eliminating strong competitors pays off • Ashley plants seeds of doubt about Vince in Morgan’s mind • Ava’s last-ditch effort to blow up Vince’s game • Debate over effectiveness of Ava’s floater strategy • Cody Calafiore announced as new jury roundtable host As the final three gear up for part one of the HOH competition, tensions are high. The panel discusses the potential impact of Morgan’s competition prowess and whether Ashley or Vince can find a way to break her streak. They also analyze the shift in jury management strategy with Cody as the new roundtable host. 00:00 Final Four Eviction Recap 05:54 Ava’s Alternate Revelation 11:07 Keanu and Ava Interviews 16:28 Ava’s House Meeting Callout 22:23 Morgan’s Dominant Competition Wins 27:48 Julie’s Leading Interview Questions 33:24 Equitable Competition Concerns 39:52 Ava’s Gameplay Assessment 50:45 Vince’s Groin Cramp Reenactment 56:40 Cody as Roundtable Host This episode of Rob Has A Podcast is sponsored by our friends at Pluto TV. Stream your favorite hit movies and shows like Big Brother, Survivor and The Challenge all for free. Pluto TV. Stream now. Pay never. Visit https://bit.ly/paynever to start streaming! Preorder Taran’s book here! Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Big Brother coverage! LISTEN! Subscribe to the Big Brother podcast feed WATCH!  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT!  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Rachel LaMont Recaps the Survivor 49 Premiere Welcome to the RHAP Survivor Post-Game Show! Coming to you the day after Survivor 49 episode, Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino), two-time Survivor player, is joined each week by a special guest to recap everything that happened in the episode. Rob Cesternino welcomes Survivor 47 winner Rachel LaMont to recap the premiere of Survivor 49. The duo dives into the strategic dynamics and memorable moments that kicked off the new season, offering insights from both a winner’s perspective and a fan’s point of view. Rachel shares her fresh take on the season, having avoided preseason content for the first time. Rob and Rachel discuss the impact of the three-tribe format, analyzing how quickly alliances form in six-person tribes. They explore the dynamics on each tribe, with a focus on the Kele tribe’s first Tribal Council and the surprising vote-out. Rob and Rachel discuss: – The “shoe bandit” Jake’s playful antics and potential impact on his game – Rizo’s clever puzzle-copying strategy in the marooning challenge – The emerging “bromance” between Jake and Alex – Steven’s role as a social connector on the Hina tribe – The lack of idol hunting and potential twists in the coming episodes As the game unfolds, will the early alliances hold strong, or will unexpected twists shake up the tribes? Rob and Rachel ponder the potential for a disaster tribe to emerge and break the spell of Survivor euphoria. Chapters: 0:00 Rachel Lamont Joins the Podcast 3:43 The Monster Returns in Premiere 6:50 Uneventful Start to Season 49 10:13 Six-Person Tribes Create Tension 16:34 Sophie’s Dilemma with Jake 22:26 Nicole’s Surprising Tribal Council 29:18 Fight for Supplies Challenge 37:43 Steven: Main Character on Yellow 44:23 Yellow Tribe Avoids Tribal Council 50:51 Rizo’s Puzzle Copying Strategy 57:53 Lying About Occupations on Survivor 1:04:50 Survivor 50 Alumni Montage 1:12:17 Spitting Water in Challenges 1:19:38 Rachel’s Puzzle Hungry Game 1:28:52 Strategizing Before Challenges 1:34:26 Puzzle Hungry Game Details This episode of the podcast is brought to you by our friends at Manta Sleep. Summertime is officially here! The days are longer, the sun is brighter, and while all that extra daylight can feel energizing, it can quietly sabotage your sleep. Later sunsets disrupt your body’s natural circadian rhythm, making it harder to fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up feeling refreshed. Manta Sleep is here to help. Whether you’re blocking out daylight or tuning out the sounds of summer nights, taking control of your sleep environment helps you get deep, restorative rest, no matter how long the sun stays up. To take advantage of 10% off your first order, visit https://tinyurl.com/2nsptcy3 or go to www.mantasleep.com and use promo code RHAP49 Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Exit Interview: First Castaway Voted Out Survivor 49 Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) interviews the latest castaway voted off the Survivor 49 island, followed by This Week In Survivor History with Jordan Kalish (@JordanKalish) where Rob plays against an RHAP patron. Rob Cesternino interviews Nicole Mazullo, the first player voted out of Survivor 49, in this exit interview episode. Despite her early departure, Nicole left her mark on the season with some unforgettable moments, including an impromptu water-spitting incident that’s sure to become a Survivor meme. Nicole shares her perspective on the tribe dynamics that led to her elimination. She reveals her surprise at being voted out, explaining how she misread her tribemates’ intentions and chose not to play her Shot in the Dark advantage. Nicole discusses her attempts to form alliances, particularly with Alex, and how the social dynamics of the tribe ultimately worked against her. She also provides insight into the challenge that sealed her fate, detailing the struggles her tribe faced during the puzzle portion. Rob and Nicole discuss: – Nicole’s decision not to play her Shot in the Dark based on reassurances from Alex – The challenge performance and its impact on tribal dynamics – Nicole’s difficulty fitting in with the “in-crowd” of her tribe – The memorable water-spitting moment with Jeremiah during the challenge – Nicole’s unexpected on-camera illness and her explanation for it As the game moves forward, will the tight four-person alliance that voted out Nicole maintain their grip on the tribe? Can the remaining outsiders find a way to break into the majority? Chapters: 0:00 Nicole’s First Tribal Council Experience 2:13 Reading the Tribe Dynamics 4:15 Nicole’s Struggle to Fit In 6:59 Missed Opportunity with Annie 8:53 Jeremiah’s Telling Body Language 10:38 Nicole’s Spitting GIF Moment 13:04 Challenge Puzzle Breakdown 14:36 Graphic Vomiting Scene Shock 16:34 This Week in Survivor History Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Jonathan LaPaglia Talks Australian Survivor RHAP’s Shannon Guss and Rob Cesternino talk to Australian Survivor’s Jonathan LaPaglia as he exits his role as host of the show. They discuss the grieving process around his exit, the fan reaction to the news and his hosting in general, his thoughts on various twists, moments, seasons and characters from the show, comparisons to US Survivor and his evolution in almost ten years as host of Australian Survivor. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Global Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor Global podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

BB27 Wednesday Special Eviction Recap, Week 11 Welcome to RHAP’s official Big Brother 27 episode recap podcast! Whether you’re a seasoned Big Brother viewer or a newcomer to the show, Rob Has a Podcast promises to be your go-to source for in-depth analysis, daily Live Feed updates, and exclusive interviews with the houseguests themselves. Today, Rob Cesternino is joined by Chappell and Jenny Autumn to discuss the Wednesday episode of Big Brother 27. Big Brother 27 takes a dramatic turn as Morgan’s reign of power continues. Rob Cesternino, Chappell, and Jenny Autumn dissect the latest eviction and its aftermath in this late-night recap. With Keanu out of the house, the final four scramble to secure their spots in the endgame. Morgan’s competition dominance reaches new heights as she clinches both HOH and veto, solidifying her control over the game. Vince grapples with the consequences of his showmance as his relationship outside the house comes into question. Meanwhile, Ashley makes a last-ditch effort to save herself by planting seeds of doubt about Vince in Morgan’s mind. The panel discusses: • Morgan’s seven-week competition-winning streak • Vince’s personal drama impacting his game decisions • Ashley’s strategic maneuvering to avoid eviction • Final four power dynamics shifting • Keanu’s eviction and its impact on jury votes The panel debates Keanu’s impact on the season, with Rob praising his entertainment value while Chappell remains unimpressed. They analyze Vince’s precarious position, questioning his loyalty to Morgan and speculating on his chances in the final two. Ashley’s attempts to drive a wedge between Morgan and Vince are discussed as a potential game-changing move. 00:00 Start Recap 06:13 Morgan and Vince’s relationship drama 12:22 Keanu’s family video message 18:45 Vince’s inner turmoil 24:58 The tiny veto competition 37:44 Morgan’s competition dominance 43:57 Ashley’s final two strategy 50:10 Vince’s game-losing mistakes 56:33 Final four HOH results 62:45 Ashley planting seeds of doubt 68:57 Vince and Morgan’s uncertain future Preorder Taran’s book here! This episode of the podcast is brought to you by our friends at Manta Sleep. Summertime is officially here! The days are longer, the sun is brighter, and while all that extra daylight can feel energizing, it can quietly sabotage your sleep. Later sunsets disrupt your body’s natural circadian rhythm, making it harder to fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up feeling refreshed. Manta Sleep is here to help. Whether you’re blocking out daylight or tuning out the sounds of summer nights, taking control of your sleep environment helps you get deep, restorative rest, no matter how long the sun stays up. To take advantage of 10% off your first order, visit https://tinyurl.com/7csw4h86 or go to www.mantasleep.com and use promo code RHAP27 Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Big Brother coverage! LISTEN! Subscribe to the Big Brother podcast feed WATCH!  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT!  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Know-It-Alls: Survivor 49 Premiere Survivor is back, and so are the Survivor Know-It-Alls! Join Rob Cesternino and Stephen Fishbach as they break down all the strategy, blindsides, and big moves from Survivor 49. Today, Rob Cesternino and Stephen Fishbach discuss the Survivor 49 premiere. To Pre-Order Stephen’s new novel “Escape!”, be sure to visit stephenfishbach.com Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Stephanie Berger on How To Not Be First Out Rob Cesternino welcomes Stephanie Berger from Survivor 48 for a special episode on how to avoid being the first boot in Survivor 49. This unique discussion dives into the strategies and pitfalls that can make or break a player’s early game. Rob and Stephanie explore the importance of studying past losers rather than winners, with Stephanie reflecting on her own experience. They discuss the concept of the “disaster tribe” and how recognizing this situation early can impact gameplay. Stephanie shares insights on the crucial need to form quick alliances in small tribes and the dangers of standing out at Ponderosa. • The value of analyzing losing strategies over winning ones • Recognizing and adapting to a potential “disaster tribe” situation • The importance of being proactive when targeted early in the game • Managing perceptions at Ponderosa and its impact on the game • Balancing the desire to play actively with the need to avoid early elimination As Survivor 49 approaches, Rob and Stephanie’s discussion raises intriguing questions about early game strategy. Will future players heed Stephanie’s advice to be more proactive when targeted? Chapters: 0:00 Stephanie’s Survivor 48 Experience 4:45 Studying Losers, Not Winners 9:14 The Disaster Tribe Theory 13:01 Locked Out of Strategy Talks 16:52 Kevin’s Injury and Challenge 20:32 Balancing Control and Fitting In 24:23 Rallying Votes Against Others 27:24 Standing Out in Ponderosa 30:50 Forged in Fire: Decimated Tribes Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!