For nearly 20 years, Sharon Tharp has been breaking news, landing exclusive interviews, and covering reality television’s biggest stories. On The Exclusive, she takes fans behind the headlines with insider analysis, exclusive conversations, and behind-the-scenes access they won’t find anywhere else.
172: Survivor 49 Exit Interview: Jake Opens Up About Scary Snake Bite and His Emotional Exit
Oct 10, 2025
Show notes
Host Sharon Tharp sits down with Survivor 49’s Jake Latimer, who was medically evacuated after a shocking snake bite on the island. Jake opens up about what really happened and how quickly things unfolded, what it was like watching the episode, and what life was like immediately after leaving Fiji. He also reveals whether he feels like he has unfinished business and wants to play again.
171: Survivor 49 Exit Interview: Jeremiah Talks Jake's Snake Bite and Life on the 'Disaster Tribe'
Oct 09, 2025
Show notes
Host Sharon Tharp continues her Survivor 49 coverage with an exclusive exit interview with the third player voted out, Jeremiah Ing. Jeremiah opens up about how he thought the tribal council votes would go, why he didn't play his Shot in the Dark, what he remembers from Jake's snake bite moment, whether he would play again, and more.
170: Big Brother 27's Morgan Pope Breaks Silence on Her Game, Vince, and That Record-Breaking Run
Oct 09, 2025
Show notes
Host Sharon Tharp sits down with Big Brother 27 finalist Morgan Pope for her first interview since leaving the house. Morgan opens up about her record-breaking run, surprising finale eviction, Vince friendship, and where things stand with her cast today. She also sets the record straight on key moments fans have debated all season — from Jimmy's eviction to the White Locust twist — and reveals what really happened behind the scenes like how she was in casting for Survivor too.
169: Big Brother 27 Winner Ashley Hollis Answers Post-Finale Burning Questions
Oct 07, 2025
Show notes
Big Brother 27 winner Ashley Hollis joins host Sharon Tharp for a brief post-finale catch-up to answer burning fan questions about her game, the finale, and what’s next. Ashley opens up about what surprised her most after leaving the house, how she feels about the way her game was portrayed on TV, what she would’ve done differently if she ever played again, and more.
168: Rachel Reilly Breaks Down Her Big Brother 27 Game and Shocking Elimination Twist
Oct 06, 2025
Show notes
Host Sharon Tharp sits down with Big Brother legend Rachel Reilly for an exclusive interview following her return in Big Brother 27. Rachel opens up about her gameplay, alliances, and strategy this season, plus reacts to her controversial elimination and reveals what fans didn’t see on TV. She also shares whether she’d ever return to the Big Brother house again.
167: Big Brother 21’s Christie Murphy Looks Back at Taco Tuesday, Reveals Whether She’d Ever Play Again
Oct 06, 2025
Show notes
Host Sharon Tharp catches up with Big Brother 21’s Christie Murphy, who reflects on her iconic “Taco Tuesday” blowup and the highs and lows of her controversial season. Christie opens up about how she was portrayed on the show, where she stands with her former castmates today, and how she feels about her Big Brother reputation six years later. She also talks about life after reality TV, her marriage, and whether she’d ever play the game again.
166: Survivor 49 Exit Interview: Annie Reacts to Brutal Blindside and Being Labeled ‘Bossy’
Oct 02, 2025
Show notes
Host Sharon Tharp continues her Survivor 49 coverage with an exclusive exit interview with the second player voted out, Annie Davis. Annie opens up about her short-lived journey in Fiji, what really went down at camp, and how she feels about being blindsided so early in the game. She also shares her thoughts on what her tribe said behind her back and what surprised her most about playing Survivor.
165: Big Brother Legend Eric Stein Reflects on America's Player Twist, BB27 Mastermind Return
Sep 30, 2025
Show notes
Host Sharon Tharp catches up with Big Brother 8's Eric Stein for her "Legends Only" series where she talks to icons of the game. Known as America’s Player, Eric opens up about how the twist really shaped his game — and affected his life outside the house. He also shares the story of how his surprise return as the Mastermind in Big Brother 27 came about, plus his unfiltered thoughts on the franchise, the fans, and more.
164: Below Deck Med's Captain Sandy Teases Season 10, Reveals Whether She Would Ever Play The Traitors
Sep 30, 2025
Show notes
Host Sharon Tharp sits down with Below Deck Mediterranean's Captain Sandy Yawn to talk about season 10 and what fans can expect. Chief Stew Aesha Scott is back, as is deckhand Nathan Gallagher – but this time as Bosun. Sandy talks about the biggest challenges this season, and also touches on reconciling with Hannah Ferrier. Lastly, she reveals whether she would ever play The Traitors!
163: Big Brother 27 Runner-Up Vince Speaks Out on Morgan Relationship, Losing to Ashley
Sep 29, 2025
Show notes
Big Brother 27 runner-up Vince Panaro breaks down his journey to the finale with host Sharon Tharp. From his close relationship with Morgan to his emotional roller coaster at the endgame, Vince reflects on his HOH wins, jury perception, and where things stand now outside the house.
Our TOPPODCAST Picks 
Stay Connected
