Survivor 49 Ep 2 B&B Recap w/ Maryanne Oketch

With a new Survivor season upon us, it’s time for Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas to re-open the RHAP B&B! On the B&B, Mike and Liana are inspired by the lighter side of Survivor, featuring a series of segments and games based on what’s happening on Survivor that week.
This week, Mike and Liana are joined by Survivor 42 winner Maryanne Oketch for Episode 2 of Survivor 49!
This week’s charity shoutout is Doctors Without Borders, which provides humanitarian medical assistance to those affected by conflict, disease outbreaks, natural and human-made disasters, and exclusion from health care in more than 75 countries. Click here to make a donation.
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Why ___ Lost: Survivor 49 Ep 2
Rob Cesternino returned to join David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis on the podcast he and David started 10 years ago this week! They got a classic downfall episode of Survivor to discuss. It began with Annie saying she was in absolute control of the tribe and ended with a complete blindside. How could she have believed she was the one directing everything? And why did she do various things to put herself on the outs while not even realizing it? Plus, Rob, David, and Jessica discuss other parts of the episode, from the shoe bandit to the Beware Advantage! This podcast is definitely cinema, because at RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why Annie Lost.
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RAANAP 303: S3 E7 Unsolved Mysteries
Rob Cesternino (@robcesternino) and Akiva Wienerkur (@keev26) need a podcast and every week, Rob and Akiva spin a wheel of listener-submitted podcast ideas, and whatever the wheel lands on is what they podcast about next. This week, Rob and Akiva watch and discuss Season 3 Episode 7 of Unsolved Mysteries.
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The Amazing Race 38 Ep 2 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 episode 2 of The Amazing Race 38.
The Amazing Race 38 speeds through Prague in episode 2, with Rob Cesternino, Jessica Liese, and Mike Bloom breaking down all the action. From train station chaos to towering challenges, this episode showcases the unpredictable nature of the race and the impact of sleep deprivation on team performance.
The podcast dives into the unexpected turn of events when eight teams mistakenly disembarked at the wrong Berlin stop, leading to a scramble to reach Prague. This mistake reshuffled team placements and added an extra layer of drama to the leg. The hosts discuss how exhaustion played a significant role in team decision-making, particularly for Angela and Lexi, who were ultimately eliminated.
Rob, Jessica, and Mike discuss:
– Jag and Jazz’s continued dominance and strategic alliance-building
– Impact of sleep deprivation on team performance, especially for back-of-pack teams
– Megan and Matt’s narrow escape from elimination for the second leg in a row
– Teams adapting to memory-based challenges, with some excelling and others struggling
– Preview of next episode’s “Driver’s Seat” twist, allowing one team to assign tasks to others
As teams settle into the race, alliances are forming and strategies are evolving. Will Jag and Jazz’s early lead make them targets, or can they maintain their momentum? Tune in for a detailed analysis of each team’s performance and insights into the race dynamics shaping this season of The Amazing Race.
0:00 Amazing Race Episode 2 Recap
10:25 Train Drama Derails Race Plans
20:50 Roadblock: Creepy Baby TV Tower
31:15 Detour: Remember Chair vs Glasses
41:40 Middle Pack Teams Face Challenges
52:10 Angela and Lexi’s Elimination Explained
1:02:35 Next Episode: The Driver’s Seat
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Bianca Roses & Thomas Krottinger Recap Survivor 49 Ep 2
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 48 contestants Bianca Roses and Thomas Krottinger to dive into the strategic depths of Survivor 49’s second episode. The trio explores the new journey twist, tribe dynamics, and the challenges faced by players in the early stages of the game.
Rob, Bianca, and Thomas dissect the impact of the journey twist on gameplay, drawing comparisons to their own experiences in Survivor 48. They analyze the strategic implications of Jawan’s decision to give the tribe disadvantage to Hina and discuss the potential long-term consequences of early game choices. The group also delves into the dynamics of the struggling Kele tribe, offering insights into what might be causing their continued losses.
Rob, Bianca, and Thomas discuss:
– The strategic implications of the new journey twist
– Potential causes behind Kele’s struggles as a “disaster tribe”
– Sophie and Jake’s evolving alliance on Hina
– Comparisons between early game dynamics in Survivor 48 and 49
– Behind-the-scenes insights into life on the island
As the game unfolds, will the early alliances on Hina hold strong, or will the tribe’s success lead to fractures within the group? Tune in to hear Rob, Bianca, and Thomas break down all the action from this week’s episode of Survivor 49.
Chapters:
0:00 Bianca and Thomas Join Rob
4:15 Engagement Surprise for Bianca
8:50 Survivor 49 Episode Two Thoughts
13:42 Race to Four Alliance Strategy
18:30 Journey Island Challenge Twist
23:15 Jawan’s Tribe Disadvantage Decision
28:05 Shoe Bandit Mystery Unfolds
32:40 Alex’s Beware Advantage Task
37:18 Brain Fog and Extreme Heat
41:55 Nate’s Confusion with Slang
46:30 Sophie’s Attempt to Steal Idol
51:10 Savannah’s News Anchor Moment
55:45 Thomas on Lady Gaga’s Legacy
1:00:05 Bianca’s Wedding Plans Revealed
1:04:30 Grammy Nominations Anticipation
1:08:55 Final Thoughts on Survivor 49
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The Amazing Race 38 Second 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 second team eliminated from The Amazing Race 38.
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Exit Interview: Second 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 sits down with Annie Davis, the second player voted out of Survivor 49, for an insightful exit interview. Rob and Annie dive into the complexities of her short-lived game, exploring the misunderstandings and tribe dynamics that led to her early departure from the Kele tribe.
The conversation kicks off with Annie addressing the “bossy” label and “Karen” comments made by her tribemates. She explains her intentions behind the coconut rationing and shelter-building efforts, emphasizing her desire to contribute to the tribe’s well-being. Rob and Annie discuss the challenges of balancing physical contributions with social gameplay, a key factor in her early elimination.
Rob and Annie discuss:
– Annie’s alliance attempt with Alex and why it ultimately failed
– The strong foursome of Jake, Sophie, Alex, and Jeremiah that sealed Annie’s fate
– Jake’s “shoe bandit” antics and their impact on tribe dynamics
– Annie’s perspective on being blindsided at Tribal Council
– Reflections on the importance of social connections in the early game
As Annie reflects on her Survivor experience, she ponders the what-ifs of her gameplay. Could a stronger focus on social bonds have changed her fate in the game?
Chapters:
0:00 Annie’s Exit Interview Begins
4:13 Annie Reflects on Tribe’s Perception
8:35 Harsh Conditions and Coconut Drama
11:17 The Mysterious Shoe Bandit
15:43 Annie’s Survivor-Inspired Music Plans
17:15 This Week in Survivor History
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Know-It-Alls: Survivor 49 Ep 2 Recap
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 special guest, Aysha Welch, discuss Survivor 49 episode 2.
Rob Cesternino and Aysha Welch break down all the action from episode 2 of Survivor 49 in this week’s Know-It-Alls podcast. With Stephen Fishbach under the weather, Aysha steps in to analyze the latest tribal dynamics, strategic moves, and memorable moments from the Kelly tribe’s eventful Tribal Council.
Rob and Aysha dive into Alex’s crucial decision to vote out Annie despite their apparent alliance, examining the ripple effects this move may have on the tribe. They explore Jawan’s journey experience and his choice to disadvantage the yellow tribe, sparking drama at the immunity challenge. The hosts also discuss the evolving dynamics on the red tribe, where a solid four seems to be forming against Jawan and Sage.
Rob and Aysha discuss:
• Alex’s decision to keep his idol and vote out Annie
• Jawan’s journey choices and the resulting tribal tensions
• The emerging four-person alliance on the red tribe
• Jake’s ongoing “shoe bandit” antics
• Jeremiah’s distinctive evil laugh becoming a talking point
As the game heats up, Rob and Aysha ponder the long-term implications of these early moves. Will Alex’s decision to stick with the majority prove beneficial, or will it come back to haunt him later in the game?
00:00 Survivor Know-It-Alls Returns
05:23 Annie’s Surprising Exit Strategy
11:11 Alex’s Idol Dilemma
17:28 Extreme Heat Impacts Gameplay
23:39 Jawan’s Journey Decision
30:40 Yellow Tribe’s Shifting Alliances
37:19 Coconut Challenge Chaos
43:38 Jake’s Mysterious Shoe Bandit
50:06 Jeremiah’s Iconic Evil Laugh
56:15 Beware Advantage Chain Challenge
1:02:48 Survivor’s Stagnant New Era
1:09:21 Older Women’s Survivor Chances
1:15:02 Big Brother’s Innovation Edge
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Reese’s Spooky Lawsuit is News AF – September 30, 2025
Rob Cesternino, Tyson Apostol, and Danny Bryson are back with another entertaining episode of News AF, where they dive into the week’s most peculiar and amusing stories.
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Andrew Savage Talks the Survivor 49 Premiere
It’s time to take a trip back to the Old School! All season long, Rob Cesternino is bringing legendary Survivor alumni onto the podcast to break down Survivor 49 through the eyes of those who played in the game’s early days.
This week, Rob and the Andrew Savage sit down to talk about the Survivor 49 premiere.
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RAANAP: False TV Preview 2025
Rob Cesternino (@robcesternino) and Akiva Wienerkur (@keev26) need a podcast and every week, Rob and Akiva spin a wheel of listener-submitted podcast ideas, and whatever the wheel lands on is what they podcast about next. This week, Rob and Akiva play a game where they are quizzed on upcoming basic cable tv shows. Some titles are real and some are fake, but can Rob and Akiva figure out which is which?
For the link to the spreadsheet that Rob and Akiva use to compile ideas, check it all out here: Rob and Akiva Need a Spreadsheet (compiled by the great Will from America).
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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Watching Ads for Toilet Paper is News AF – September 23, 2025
Rob Cesternino, Tyson Apostol, and Danny Bryson are back with another entertaining episode of News AF, where they dive into the week’s most peculiar and amusing stories.
This week Rob, Tyson and Danny talk through the week’s most newsworthy stories.
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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
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Drop Your Buffs on Survivor AU & Survivor 50
Rob Cesternino welcomes Sean Ross and Evan Ross Katz from the Drop Your Buffs podcast to discuss Survivor 50 and the impact of Survivor AU: Versus the World. The trio explores the excitement surrounding the upcoming all-star season and how it compares to the recent international edition.
The conversation delves into the casting choices for Survivor 50, with Sean and Evan sharing their thoughts on the mix of old-school and new-era players. They discuss the potential for pre-existing relationships to shape the game and debate whether the shortened 26-day format affects the overall Survivor experience. Rob, Sean, and Evan also consider how Survivor 50 might incorporate elements that made AU: Versus the World so compelling.
Rob, Sean, and Evan discuss:
– The impact of AU: Versus the World on expectations for Survivor 50
– Potential themes and formats for future seasons, including celebrity editions
– The importance of endurance challenges and their role in creating memorable moments
– How pre-existing relationships and returnee dynamics might play out in Survivor 50
– The pros and cons of themed seasons and their impact on viewer engagement
As Survivor 50 approaches, the question remains: Will the anniversary season live up to the hype and deliver the epic gameplay fans are hoping for? Can it capture the magic that made AU: Versus the World such a critical darling?
Chapters:
00:00 Survivor AU vs. World Impact
09:26 Appetite for Survivor 50
19:29 Challenges: Endurance vs. Puzzles
29:22 Celebrity Survivor Possibilities
38:32 Returning to Verité Filming
47:26 Themes: Necessary for Engagement?
57:13 Rob’s Traitors Experience
1:06:59 Dream Traitors Survivor Cast
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