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Recapping ‘Survivor 51’ Episode 5 With Rizo! Oct 22, 2026

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Are macaroons worth the risk, Brody? Tyson and Riley are joined by the man, the myth, the legend, RizGod from ‘Survivor 49’ and ‘Survivor 50,’ to recap the fifth episode of ‘Survivor 51.’ They talk about the double tribal council and the pros and cons of Maggie’s play, and they give Rizo the chance to ask his favorite player of all time some superfan questions that he’s been dying to know the answers to.

00:00 - Welcome!

07:40 - “Not Here to Get a Pedicure”

38:40 - Reward/immunity challenge

43:16 - Pre-tribal scramble: Savu

49:24 - First tribal council

55:52 - Pre-tribal scramble: Dina

1:01:24 - Second tribal council

1:08:17 - Riley’s superlatives

1:49:28 - Thanks for watching!

Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee

Guest: Rizo “RizGod” Velovic

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

Theme Song: Devon Renaldo

Sources for pictures: CBS/Getty Images

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‘Survivor 51’ Episode 4 Exit Interview! Oct 15, 2026

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How many weddings would you miss for ‘Survivor’? Today, Tyson and Riley talk to the fourth boot of ‘Survivor 51.’ They ask about toxic relationships on the island, open up on the feelings of being blindsided at tribal council, and much more. Then, they are joined by ‘Survivor’ legend Parvati to discuss her overall impressions of the open era and her new stage show with Cirie!

Check out Parvati’s Soulmate Tour with Cirie!

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00:00 - Welcome!

01:00 - Jenna joins us!

16:55 - Afterthoughts

23:54 - Parvati joins us!

1:01:17- Thanks for watching!

Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee

Guests: Jenna Doore and Parvati Shallow

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

Theme Song: Devon Renaldo

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Recapping ‘Survivor 51’ Episode 4 With Rachel! Oct 15, 2026

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Would you butter up a pig for a tan? Tyson and Riley are joined by the sole survivor of ‘Survivor 47,’ Rachel LaMont, to recap and react to the fourth episode of ‘Survivor 51.’ They talk about the tribe swap, losing challenges before and after the merge, and the roadblocks for secret alliances within the open era.

00:00 - Welcome!

05:19 - “That’s the Magic of Survivor”

20:49 - The new tribes

43:29 - Reward/immunity challenge

58:29 - Pre-tribal scramble

1:17:15 - Tribal council

1:21:27 - Riley’s superlatives

1:43:34 - Thanks for watching!

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Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee

Guest: Rachel LaMont

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

Theme Song: Devon Renaldo

Sources for pictures: CBS/Getty Images

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‘Survivor 51’ Episode 3 Exit Interview! Oct 08, 2026

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Can an infection take you off the island? Today, Tyson and Riley talk to the third boot and the first medevac of ‘Survivor 51’. They discuss infections on the island, take a look behind the scenes at nicknames, and try to understand the alliance split within the Toka tribe.

00:00 - Welcome!

00:46 - Rob joins us!

12:21 - Patt joins us!

32:57 - Afterthoughts

38:55 - Moments we missed

41:26 - Thanks for watching!

Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee

Guest: Rob Antonson & Patt Cannaday

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

Theme Song: Devon Renaldo

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Recapping ‘Survivor 51’ Episode 3 With Ethan! Oct 08, 2026

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How powerful is honesty in the open era? Tyson and Riley are joined by friend of the pod and legendary player Ethan Zohn to recap and react to the third episode of ‘Survivor 51.’ They talk about the surprising medevac, the impact that the mutiny twist had on alliances, and the push for “weaponized honesty” among players.

Check out Ethan’s merch at https://www.ethanzohn.com/

00:00 - Welcome!

03:02 - “What I’m Smellin’ Is Stinky”

21:49 - The tribe visits

49:03 - Reward/Immunity challenge

56:04 - Pre-tribal scramble

1:06:21 - Tribal council

1:16:13 - Riley’s superlatives

1:34:48 - Thanks for watching!

Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee

Guest: Ethan Zohn

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

Theme Song: Devon Renaldo

Sources for pictures: CBS/Getty Images

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'Survivor 51’ Episode 2 Exit Interview! Oct 01, 2026

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Did beach crabs outplay our islanders? Today, Tyson and Riley talk to the second boot of ‘Survivor 51’. They discuss the confusion surrounding last night's tribal council, the role crabs played in their alliance, and behind-the-scene moments that had the hosts gasping. Then, they end the show discussing moments and highlights that were missed on yesterday’s coverage.

00:00 - Welcome!

00:49 - Ana joins us!

14:39 - Afterthoughts

17:10 - Moments we missed

27:38 - Thanks for watching!

Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee

Guest: Ana Sani

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

Theme Song: Devon Renaldo

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Recapping ‘Survivor 51’ Episode 2 With Coach! Oct 01, 2026

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Can you stay together if you don’t vote together? Tyson and Riley are joined by the legendary Dragon Slayer, a.k.a. Coach, to recap and react to the second episode of ‘Survivor 51.’ They break down Rhode Island Rob’s master(fully unsuccessful) plan, share their experiences getting hurt on the island, and decide whether the Fijian crabs are the sneakiest players this season.

00:00 - Welcome!

05:10 - “Weaponized Honesty”

19:39 - Reward challenge

23:11 - Back at camp

28:41 - Immunity challenge

34:52 - Pre-Tribal scramble

50:14 - Tribal council

1:02:00 - Riley’s superlatives

1:14:30 - Thanks for watching!

Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee

Guest: Benjamin “Coach” Wade

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

Theme Song: Devon Renaldo

Sources for pictures: CBS/Getty Images

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Welcome to the Pod Has Spoken! Sep 24, 2026

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Welcome islanders to The Pod Has Spoken, a Ringer and Spotify 'Survivor' podcast hosted by Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee with production from Ashleigh Smith!

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‘Survivor 51’ Episode 1 Exit Interview! Sep 24, 2026

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The first boot of the Open Era! Today, Tyson and Riley talk to the first boot of ‘Survivor 51’. They discuss her experience being marooned with her castmates, being the first boot of the season, and much more!

00:00 - Welcome!

01:07 - Aaliyah joins us!

11:16 - Afterthoughts

Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee

Guest: Aaliyah Puglia

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

Theme Song: Devon Renaldo

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Jumping Into the Open Era with the ‘Survivor 51’ Premiere! Sep 24, 2026

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Are we starting the Open Era with a marooning? Tyson and Riley bring in the new season by reacting to the return of marooning and Exile Island, analyzing the dynamics of the newly formed tribes, and attempting to predict the twists and turns of the Open Era. Then, they give their winner picks and predict next boots while factoring in the “permanent uncertainty” of this new season.

00:00 - Welcome!

00:53 - “Permanent Uncertainty”

25:17 - Haggling for supplies

31:23 - The return of exile island

41:18 - The new tribes

58:29 - The first challenge of the season

1:17:08 - The first pre-tribal scramble of the season

1:25:23 - The first tribal council of the season

1:38:08 - Quick thoughts

1:43:39 - Riley’s superlatives

1:57:07 - Thanks for watching!

Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee

Producer: Ashleigh Smith

Theme Song: Devon Renaldo

Sources for pictures: CBS/Getty Images

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