The Road Thru Survivor 50

Beth and Alexis share their thoughts on the latest episode of Survivor Season 50!Instagram: ⁠theroadthrusurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey Ess

Holy crap, only one sleep left before the Survivor Season 50 premiere! Beth and Alexis take their final journey past the torches of the previous 14 episodes (plus two bonus episodes) and share some final thoughts and bold predictions which will definitely be very, very wrong (Kaoh Rong). They also discuss which contestant they’d like to be in a platonic life partnership with, what the heck Mr. Beast and Billy Eilish have up their sleeves, and what they’d each “Mike White” Jeff Probst into changing if given the chance. Check out their full boot order predictions on Instagram ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠ !Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

You’d better come correct (or at least relatively correct), ‘cause Survivor superfans, scholars, and TikTokers, Tess Higgins and Tegwyth join Beth and Alexis in what can only be described as a gathering of “Mothers.” They talk about pregame connections, contestant reputations, who’s insulated and who’s in danger, and the alliance they do NOT want to see (milk alliance 2.0). Tess explains her aversion to certain aspect ratios, Tegwyth explains BrantSteel videos and why she drank so much water with Chrissy at a Bryce and Wen event, and they all wonder why Coach is suddenly everyone’s fave. They also theorize about why certain people are holding their tribe’s flag in promo images, how Survivor will handle 24 castaways in only 26 days, and whether we will see the return of Redemption Island (pending Mike White’s approval, of course). Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

Zach Cherry (Severance, Survivor Season 51) is on the pod to spread the good lord’s word, to share zero information about himself, and to explain why there’s no such thing as an undeserving Survivor winner. Find out who’s the man, who’s not the man, and how watching Survivor could actually be a Zen practice. Listen, then neuralyze yourself Men-in-Black-style, and listen again! Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

Beth and Alexis have invited the brilliant Jaren Lewison (Never Have I Ever, Eternally Yours) to tell them all about his Survivor Fantasy League! Survivor is a relatively new obsession for Jaren, but he’s already in deep, and he already has a 100% win rate in his league. Jaren also somehow scams Beth out of $200, Alexis shares the terrible punishment she forced upon the loser of her fantasy league (podcast researcher Joseph Elston), they discuss who was and wasn’t hard-as-a-rock watching Jonathan dominate the choppy water challenge, and Dr. Beth tells Jaren what he has in common with iconic castaway, Joe Del Campo.Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

In this final core curriculum episode, Beth and Alexis talk about the twelve (TWELVE!) new era contestants who will appear on Season 50. That’s: Jonathan Young, Emily Flippen, Dee Valladares, Quintavius "Q" Burdette, Charlie Davis, Tiffany Ervin, Genevieve Mushaluk, Kyle Fraser, Joe Hunter, Kamilla Karthigesu, Savannah Louie, and the man the myth the legend R-I-Z-G-O-D Rizgod baby. And, of course, they give a play-by-play of Liz’s epic and perfect Applebee’s meltdown and other memorable moments from the past five years of Survivor. Three words to describe this episode? Beach. Services. Company. Owner.Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

There’s a podcast-lebrity in the house! Beth and Alexis close in on the last of their core curriculum and welcome Connor Ratliff (Dead Eyes, CONNOR RATLIFF presents THE ACTING CLASS, 2011 Harold team CAPTCHA) to talk through the many twists and new rules that were introduced in Seasons 41-49. They break down everything they expect to see in Season 50, like “journeys” and beware advantages, as well as retired twists, like the birdcage and “earn the merge.” They also come up with some really compelling ideas for upgrades to The Sanctuary, and a fun new tagline pitch for Season 50. Come for the Survivor talk, stay for Connor’s existential crisis, compliments of Alexis!Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

In this core curriculum episode, Beth and Alexis are joined by GOAT/legend, Will Angus (Almost Friday, Not Suitable for Work, fan of Tony Vlachos) to go over the theme and twist flops that define seasons 35-40 of Survivor. They talk idol nullifiers, safety without power, fire tokens, the advent of the final four fire making challenge, and how weird it is that you have to yell Jeff’s name in order to officially win a puzzle challenge (which Wendell learned the hard way). They also discuss one of the freakiest med evacs ever, Will’s good idea for Ghost Island 2: Electric Boogaloo, and the five contestants from this era who will be on Season 50 – Chrissy Hofbeck, Christian Hubicki, Angelina Keeley, Mike White, and Rick Devens. And all the fixins.Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

It’s an emergency. Beth and Jen D’Angelo simply had to convene to break down Jeff Probst’s interview on the inside-Hollywood podcast, The Town with Matt Belloni (which came out the same day as The Road to Survivor 50’s Jeff Probst Deep Dive). They discuss whether Jeff’s commitment to Joseph Campbell’s “the heroes journey” is the root of all of Survivor’s problems, the alleged 73 Survivor crew babies, and more! Because everything must be content, and conversations between friends don’t count unless they’re recorded.Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

Come on in (guys)! Beth and Alexis are joined by the hilarious Tucker Reynolds (tuckercomedy on TikTok & Instagram, also Alexis’ bestie) to talk the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to the girlies and the gays on Survivor over the years. Tucker breaks down, line by line, the Black Widow Brigade’s scheme to get Erik to give away his immunity necklace, Jeff Probst’s big ally energy in Season 41, the best terrible moments of Jeff’s #1 enemy, Colton Cumbie, and more! Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

Beth and Alexis are draped head-to-toe in Joe Anglim jewelry and are very (happy) to have Jen D’Angelo (Hocus Pocus 2, Quiz Lady) and Jessica McKenna (Off Book, Dropout, Baking It) in the studio to talk about the greatest reality TV host of all time, Jeff Probst, who they all love dearly but… they have some notes. From Jeff’s evolution over the years, to his snuffer collection, to whether or not it would be weird to bring a photo of him to the hospital when you’re giving birth, they cover it all. And they speculate as to which will end first: Jeff’s reign as Survivor host or earth as we know it.Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

Beth and Alexis leave the dark era behind and bask in the joy of new twists, silly tribal division themes, and Jeremy, one of the best winners ever. They break down the difference between “old school” players and “new school” players, as well as the advent of voting blocks and trust clusters. And, of course, they discuss the many medical evacuations on season 32 (Kaoh Rong), from Beast Mode Cowboy’s near death experience to poor old Joe’s kebab-induced downfall. It’s also finally time to talk more in depth about Beth’s favorite maniac, Debbie, as well as the great Aubry Bracco who’s returning for the 4th time on Survivor 50.Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

Holy crap, Beth and Alexis had the pleasure of interviewing the iconic, and extremely quotable, two-time Survivor winner, Sandra Diaz-Twine! Sandra talks “queen stays queen” lore, having no use for meat shields, and her hatred of the shot in the dark twist. They also get into her time on other shows, like Traitors (including what she thinks of the current season, Rob, and the hard boiled eggs and salmon of it all) and Extracted, which she’s currently competing on with her daughter. A must-listen for anyone who loves Sandra and wants to know what her go-to karaoke song is.Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

Beth (“The Specialist”) and Alexis (“The Enforcer”) delve into the bleakness of Survivor’s “dark age,” forced upon viewers by various members of the Hantz family. They break down all the weirdness of this era, the unfortunate moment with Dawn’s teeth, and the life that was pumped back into the show by Season 27, Blood vs. Water. They also explain the Redemption Island twist, why Beth thinks this is actually a good season, Jeff Probst’s hatred of quitters, and what Russell Hantz eats (mud).Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

EXTRA CREDIT EPISODE! Beth and Alexis sit down with freaky Survivor superfan, Joseph Elston (Bad Packs, Schlubs) to share stories about Joseph eating gross things, Alexis NOT eating a pickle, and Beth getting waterboarded at a Turkish bath. But mostly, they discuss Survivor family visits, how rewards have changed over the years, classic Survivor challenges we’ll never see again (the water wheel torture challenge), and classics we almost certainly will see in Season 50 (they’ve gotta get Ozzy and Dee huggin’ that pole!). And it all culminates in a dramatic planking competition between Alexis and Joseph that you won’t want to miss.Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

EXTRA CREDIT EPISODE! Beth and Alexis are joined by two of their Rob Has a Podcast faves, Sasha Joseph (Mess Magnets) and Chappell (Recap Kickback) to talk exclusively about everyone’s favorite Survivor player, Cirie. They also get into Cirie’s time on Big Brother, Snake in the Grass, Traitors, Australia vs. The World and they do their best to manifest the Cirie Season 50 win that we all deserve. Plus, Sasha and Chappell give their definitive answers to whether they’ll ever be getting off the couch, Cirie-style, to play Survivor.Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

Beth and Alexis share the intimate details of their favorite crunchy snacks then get into the major tenets of this next, more experimental, and ever-evolving Survivor era. It’s time to talk about controversial tribal divisions (aka “race wars”), James the handsome gravedigger, and JT’s tooth. They also go over everything you need to know about Stephenie LaGrossa Kendrick, Benjamin “Coach” Wade, and Oscar “Ozzy” Lusth. Much more about Cirie Fields and the Black Widow Brigade to come!Instagram: ⁠theroadtosurvivor50⁠Produced by ⁠Beth Appel⁠, ⁠Alexis Rhiannon⁠, and ⁠Mark David Christenson⁠ (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

Beth and Alexis deposit their credentials as Survivor superfans, then walk through the humble beginnings and basic premise of the greatest TV show of all time. From Richard Hatch winning Survivor Borneo to Johnny Fairplay’s fake grandma death to Boston Rob and Ambah’s iconic showmance, they cover the biggest moments and contestants in this era, as well as giving a primer on Season 50 castaways, Jenna Lewis-Dougherty and Colby Donaldson, including an oral history of Colby’s pissy little fight with Jeff Probst.Instagram: theroadtosurvivor50Produced by Beth Appel, Alexis Rhiannon, and Mark David Christenson (Engineer/Editor)Music: Ben KraussArt: Ramsey EssResearcher: Joseph Elston

Meet Beth & Alexis, the Survivor-obsessed hosts of a new limited series podcast premiering Monday, February 2nd! Follow us on Instagram at TheRoadToSurvivor50 <3