Drop Your Buffs

Sean and Evan are shaking off their Halloween hangovers to recap Episode 8 of Celebrity Traitors UK. They mourn a devastating murder-in-plain-sight and talk Kate’s sun-dried-tomato theory, the devastating banishment and whether Alan & Cat can slither to the end before Joe & Nick clock them. Plus, they break down the editing tricks and how future gameplay could change with the public acknowledgement of keeping traitors around until the end.For our ongoing coverage of Survivor 49, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Sean and Evan are back to recap episode 7 of Celebrity Traitors UK, where they break down a face-to-face murder, the long-overdue banishment of a traitor and an unforgettable challenge. They talk Celia’s gym lessons, Kate’s scene-stealing and assess whether a traitor or a faithful would be a more satisfying win. Plus, a game of star or starless—with more Stars in one episode than the whole season of Survivor 49!For our ongoing coverage of Survivor 49, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Disclaimer: If you’re not here for our off-topic yammering you’ll want to skip ahead to the 21 minute mark for Traitors chat! We’re back to talk about the latest in the Celebrity Traitors UK castle including an anticlimactic tie-breaker, a rare murder that doesn’t hurt the show and the banishment of an icon. We also touch down on Claudia leaning into the host role, Alan leaning away from the villain role and possible end-game scenarios. We also yap about the World Series and talk at length about Lily Allen (again).For our ongoing coverage of Survivor 49, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Sean and Evan dive back into Celebrity Traitors UK breaking down the cliffhanger, another disappointing murder and a round table that insists there’s “no evidence” while ignoring Ruth’s murder. They debate whether Alan’s quietly running a Cirie-style game, why no one will pull the trigger on Jonathan and how the format needs to change in the editing room. Plus, we’re talking the Lily Allen album and taking a deep dive into Tameka’s screen credits.For our ongoing coverage of Survivor 49, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

We’re back for more Celeb Traitors UK, talking about the frustration and joy that this season is bringing. We’re discussing the loss of two more icons in this episode, the traitors playing boldly, the right time is to cut a traitor, a very fun (if pointless) challenge, potential upcoming twists and continued iconography from Celia. For our ongoing coverage of Survivor 49, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Sean and Evan continue their recapping of Celebrity Traitors UK, breaking down Alan Carr’s emerging villain era and a very disappointing murder. They also celebrate Ruth/her attempted strategies and the fart heard ‘round the castle. They debate the whiplash release schedule, contemplate a Global Traitors/celebrity Survivor pipeline, and clock Claudia’s A+ hosting. Plus: a quick “Star or Starless,” Melanie C’s Sweat, and why Jonathan vs. Stephen Fry might be the table’s next showdown.For our ongoing coverage of Survivor 49, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Sean and Evan are back to recap Celebrity Traitors UK, where they say goodbye to a faithful with a lot of potential. They break down the lily-pollen “murder in plain sight,” Alan’s victim, Tom & Charlotte’s budding duo, Kate’s flabbergasted energy, and Stephen Fry’s roundtable preamble. They also touch down on Claudia’s iconic speech and Jonathan Ross’ fashion. They end with a game of Star or Starless, where finally a show gives more than just one star. Speaking of, there are no more main-feed Survivor 49 recaps—those check-ins now live on the After Dark over on Substack, plus access to the Close Friends Story + Private Chat.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Sean and Evan have laid down their torches and pivoted to The Celebrity Traitors UK. They break down Claudia Winkleman’s campy perfection, Alan Carr’s instant-icon status, Charlotte Church’s cinematic grave-digging moment, Stephen Fry’s Hamlet fact-check, and Tom Daley’s heroics. They break down the cast, sharing who Evan personally knows and who Sean has seen on TV. Plus: the murder-in-plain-sight twist that actually works, why this format succeeds where Survivor 49 stumbled, and who should’ve made the cast.Remember, if you want to hear what Sean and Evan have to say about Survivor 49, make sure to check out the Substack! Extra content each week: Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Sean and Evan are reunited to deliver a groundbreaking investigative report into the identity of torch_snuffer and unpack Episode 3 of Survivor 49. They break down the dry bite and the Blue tribe’s slow-motion collapse. After deciding to pull the plug on main-feed 49 recaps, They’re pivoting to The Celebrity Traitors UK, with 49 check-ins living on After Dark. Want more Survivor 49 commentary, the full experience of the Close Friends Story and our Private Chat? Join the Substack!Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Evan is joined by Sophie Clarke, Winner of Survivor: South Pacific to dive into Survivor 49, chatting all things casting, the social media reaction, a turning point in the New Era and the two castaways who are already confirmed to appear on Season 50. Plus, Sophie joins After Dark, where you’ll hear the rest of her Survivor Mount Rushmore and more unfiltered takes.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatz Sophie: @sophiegclarke This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Sean and Evan kick off Survivor 49 coverage and they’ve got a lot to say. From the infamous barf moment to Nicole’s short-lived run, they debate who popped, who flopped, and why “three tribes of six” keeps sinking certain types of players. They talk Jake’s shoe stealing, sob stories, double Sophi(e)s, and the horror-movie metaphor. Plus: Survivor 50 promo, Blue’s Clues, and why Pearl Islands was many things—but never “vulnerable.”Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Australian Survivor’s [former] host, Jonathan LaPaglia, sits down with Sean and Evan. We talk about carving out his own identity as a Survivor host, reactions to being fired after eleven incredible seasons and what the future might hold. We also get into the nuts and bolts of the game including his soft-touch approach to Tribal Council, casting, game play, those dreaded non-elims and the nature of the final Immunity Challenge. Plus, Jonathan talks about his relationship with Jeff Probst. Find us on instagram!Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup Jonathan: @jonathanlapaglia This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Sean and Evan close the book on Survivor: Australia v the World with a post-mortem full of your questions. From Parvati’s legacy-defining win to Cirie’s fire déjà vu and Luke’s underdog charm, they break down the finale, answer voicemails, and share behind-the-scenes secrets — plus thoughts on potential future seasons.Find us on instagram!Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Evan speaks with Cirie about her experience on Survivor: Australia V The World, touching on her reunion with Parvati, playing with superfans and entering her challenge beast era. Plus, she ranks all of her Survivor seasons!Make sure to check out the official Drop Your Buffs aftershow, over on 10:https://10.com.au/australian-survivor/drop-your-buffs This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

Sean and Ricard are back one last time to recap the finale of Survivor: Australia v The World. They cover a masterclass at Final Tribal, fire-making heartbreak, and why a player’s “flawless game” claim rubbed the jury the wrong way. They unpack Tommi’s jury vote, Kirby’s wild-card potential, Shonee’s visible support from the jury bench, and the ethics of “loyalty” at four. Plus: the sandbagged torture-chamber challenge, the fire showdown, Parv’s advantage bluff reveal and behind-the-scenes stories from Samoa. And, of course, they close with one last game of Star or Starless.Make sure to check out the official Drop Your Buffs aftershow, over on 10:https://10.com.au/australian-survivor/drop-your-buffsWatch Sean’s exit interview with the winner.Keep up with all of our content from the season over on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodSean: @soda.pupRicard: @ricardfoye This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe