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Road to Survivor 50: Awkward Feb 18, 2026

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The Survivor Specialists are discussing an epic episode of Edge of Extinction. A family visit, correct idol play, and more. What do you think of this episode and how it highlights Rick Devens' game?

Check out our coverage of the other iconic episodes CBS has aired:

If it Smells Like a Rat, Give it Cheese: https://youtube.com/live/C_UfJ21YHII

The Martyr Approach: https://youtube.com/live/xFiNr-CDQ0A

Slay Everyone, Trust No One: https://youtube.com/live/-8KMV7DxoKo

Loyalties Will Be Broken: https://youtube.com/live/ObZyCUF6pmU

The Survivor Devil: https://youtube.com/live/w4-IfVpo6Cs

Jackets and Eggs: https://youtube.com/live/Apsx4CSVPtg

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Road to Survivor 50: Jackets and Eggs Feb 17, 2026

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The Survivor Specialists are discussing the most iconic question in Survivor history: "Natalie, is there any way I can have your jacket?" While Angelina's tribal council is the most memorable part of the episode, we also discuss Christian and Mike's roles in this pre-merge classic. What do you think of this episode of David Vs. Goliath?

Check out our coverage of the other iconic episodes CBS has aired:

If it Smells Like a Rat, Give it Cheese: https://youtube.com/live/C_UfJ21YHII

The Martyr Approach: https://youtube.com/live/xFiNr-CDQ0A

Slay Everyone, Trust No One: https://youtube.com/live/-8KMV7DxoKo

Loyalties Will Be Broken: https://youtube.com/live/ObZyCUF6pmU

The Survivor Devil: https://youtube.com/live/w4-IfVpo6Cs

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Road to Survivor 50: The Survivor Devil Feb 14, 2026

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The Survivor Specialists are discussing one of those crazy post-merge episodes from Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers. In this one, Chrissy shows off her challenge prowess, while Ben drops a Ben Bomb that angers everyone left in the game. What do you think of this episode of HHH?

Check out our coverage of the other iconic episodes CBS has aired:

If it Smells Like a Rat, Give it Cheese: https://youtube.com/live/C_UfJ21YHII

The Martyr Approach: https://youtube.com/live/xFiNr-CDQ0A

Slay Everyone, Trust No One: https://youtube.com/live/-8KMV7DxoKo

Loyalties Will Be Broken: https://youtube.com/live/ObZyCUF6pmU

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Celebrating Survivor | Seasons 31-40: Enter Voting Blocks Feb 14, 2026

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With Survivor 50 quickly approaching, The Specialists take a look back at the show's storied history. In this series, we'll discuss what has made Survivor so special, including the people and places that shaped its legacy, and how it revolutionized the reality TV landscape.

This week, we're focusing on seasons 31-40 of the show, discussing how players navigated numerous new advantages by creating voting blocks rather than full alliances. Here's a look at an era that is one of the most polarizing, beginning with Second Chance and ending with Winners at War, and featuring some of the most controversial winners, twists, and moments in the show's history.

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Road to Survivor 50: Loyalties Will Be Broken Feb 13, 2026

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The Survivor Specialists are discussing one of the most unique Survivor finales of all time. Ozzy fights his way back from Redemption Island to set up an epic showdown with Coach, only for Sophie to come out of nowhere for the win. What do you think of the Survivor South Pacific finale?

Check out our coverage of the other iconic episodes CBS has aired:

If it Smells Like a Rat, Give it Cheese: https://youtube.com/live/C_UfJ21YHII

The Martyr Approach: https://youtube.com/live/xFiNr-CDQ0A

Slay Everyone, Trust No One: https://youtube.com/live/-8KMV7DxoKo

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The Traitors US Recap | Season 4 Episode 9 Feb 13, 2026

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The Specialists recap The Traitors US Season 4 Episode 9!

What are you thinking of this season so far? Let us know in the comments!

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Will also made an app! Check it out! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pathways-spatial-logic-puzzle/id6754125972

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Road to Survivor 50: Slay Everyone, Trust No One Feb 12, 2026

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The Survivor Specialists are discussing the best Survivor premiere of all time. 20 Heroes and Villains fly in on choppers, compete in the best opening challenges of all time, and set in motion one of the greatest Survivor seasons of all time.

Check out our coverage of the other iconic episodes CBS has aired:

If it Smells Like a Rat, Give it Cheese: https://youtube.com/live/C_UfJ21YHII

The Martyr Approach: https://youtube.com/live/xFiNr-CDQ0A

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2 Hours of Survivor Hot Takes Feb 12, 2026

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Tonight, the Survivor Specialists are drafting the 50 biggest hot takes of all time!

Get in the comments and let us know your biggest Survivor hot takes!

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Survivor 50 Fantasy Draft Feb 11, 2026

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The Survivor Specialists Phil, Will, and Blake pick their fantasy teams! Which Survivor 50 cast members do you want on your tribe?

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Road to Survivor 50: The Martyr Approach Feb 11, 2026

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The Survivor Specialists are discussing another classic Survivor episode! In this episode, Coach takes a trip to Exile Island, and the rest is history. Cue the screeching eagle and slow fade from the sun to Coach and his walking stick.

We will be covering all 10 Survivor episodes that CBS is airing in the build-up to the Survivor 50 premiere! What do you think about the episodes they chose?

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