McKenna and John are back to discuss this week's penultimate episode of Survivor 48, one that took an interesting narrative direction we don't often see in Survivor. Which moments in this episode reminded you of past Survivors and which examples do you have for our Outwit, Outplay, and Outlast moments this week? Help support the podcast by becoming…

The final leg has been run, a winner has been crowned, and McKenna and Kyle are here to break it all down one last time this season. What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists #…

The Survivor Specialists are digging deeper into Survivor 48 episode 12! We discuss how the "season of pairs" has worked out, then dig deeper into what each of the final five needs to have happen to win the game. Make sure to check out our Survivor 48 episode 12 recap here: https://youtube.com/live/aWa7bo1P5xw Become a patron: https://www.patreon.c…

The Survivor Specialists are joined by Tommy Smokes to predict episode 13 of Survivor 48! Want to play along in our Power Rankings game and help support the podcast? Become a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below to check out some fun Survivor-themed puz…

The Survivor Specialists recap Survivor 48 episode 12! What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below to check ou…

Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning releases later this month, and to get hyped, Phil and John are discussing the 10 best Tom Cruise movies of all time! What do you think of our lists? Did we miss one you think should be on here? Let us know in the comments. For a movie episode every Tuesday, become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/thespecia…

The Survivor Specialists are joined by Sam Phalen to predict episode 12 of Survivor 48! Want to play along in our Power Rankings game and help support the podcast? Become a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below to check out some fun Survivor-themed puzzl…

The Survivor Specialists are talking Survivor 50! With all the hype around the Survivor 50 casting rumors, we decided to host a contest! Predict who will be on season 50, and you could win a prize. Please use this form to fill out your answers. Answers left in the comments section will not be considered: https://forms.gle/42R9EezGgK6J41H8A This con…

McKenna and John are back to talk about an episode of Survivor whose name harkens back to one of the most beloved episodes of the series. How does it stack up to that which it pays homage to? Which moments in this episode reminded you of past Survivors and which examples do you have for our Outwit, Outplay, and Outlast moments this week? Help suppo…

The Survivor Specialists are digging deeper into Survivor 48 episode 11! We attempt to dissect what is truly not working right now and take a stab at explaining why there is such a deep divide between fans. Make sure to check out our Survivor 48 episode 11 recap here: https://youtube.com/live/7rCkrKE9ZBs Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/the…

The Specialists are back to discuss another week of globetrotting adventure in this week's episode of The Amazing Race. What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists #AmazingRace #…

The Survivor Specialists recap Survivor 48 episode 11! What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below to check ou…

The Survivor Specialists are joined by Joseph J. Darowski and Kate Darowski, authors of the upcoming book "Survivor: A Cultural History." The authors discuss 25 years of Survivor, why they were inclined to write the book, and the cultural impact of Survivor. The book is available on May 20, 2025. Pre-order it now! https://www.amazon.com/Survivor-Cu…

The Specialists are back to discuss another week of globetrotting adventure in this week's episode of The Amazing Race. What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists #AmazingRace #…

The Survivor Specialists are joined by Austin Li Coon to predict episode 11 of Survivor 48! Want to play along in our Power Rankings game and help support the podcast? Become a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below to check out some fun Survivor-themed p…

McKenna and John are back to look at another week of Survivor and how it relates to moments from the past. This week may have been a fairly by the book episode of Survivor, so John and McKenna are theorycrafting a bit with what could have been. Which moments in this episode reminded you of past Survivors and which examples do you have for our Outwi…

The Survivor Specialists are digging deeper into Survivor 48 episode 10! We discuss Mitch's non-move, Joe's immunity win, forced moments, and why this episode just wasn't very good. Make sure to check out our Survivor 48 episode 10 recap here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-VcPPQ4KZc Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists #Survi…

The Survivor Specialists recap Survivor 48 episode 10! What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below to check ou…

The Survivor Specialists are joined by Andy Rueda to predict episode 10 of Survivor 48! Want to play along in our Power Rankings game and help support the podcast? Become a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below to check out some fun Survivor-themed puzzl…

McKenna and John are back to look at another week of Survivor and how it relates to moments from the past. Does the downfall of the Strong 5 remind you of any previous Survivor moments? Which moments in this episode reminded you of past Survivors and which examples do you have for our Outwit, Outplay, and Outlast moments this week? Help support the…

The Specialists are back to discuss another week of globetrotting adventure in this week's episode of The Amazing Race. What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: Patreon.com/thespecialists #AmazingRace #tar37 #theam…

The Survivor Specialists are digging deeper into Survivor 48 episode 9! We discuss the end of the Strong 5, whether Joe and Eva made the right move, where Star and Mary factor into the end game, and more. Make sure to check out our Survivor 48 episode 9 recap w/ Carolyn Wiger here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLWq0UEi9sY Become a patron: https:…

Carolyn Wiger joins the Survivor Specialists to recap Survivor 48 episode 9! What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the …

McKenna and John are back to look at another week of Survivor and how it relates to moments from the past. Does a New Era Survivor classic extend further into the annals of Survivor history? Which moments in this episode reminded you of past Survivors and which examples do you have for our Outwit, Outplay, and Outlast moments this week? Help suppor…

The Survivor Specialists are joined by Todd Herzog to predict episode 9 of Survivor 48! Want to play along in our Power Rankings game and help support the podcast? Become a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below to check out some fun Survivor-themed puzzl…

The Survivor Specialists are digging deeper into Survivor 48 episode 8! We discuss why the Strong Five is playing this game exactly how they should, why advantages are making players play safe, and why one player should have started playing the game sooner. Make sure to check out our Survivor 48 episode 8 recap here: https://youtube.com/live/lIIiqJ…

The Specialists are back to discuss another week of globetrotting adventure in this week's episode of The Amazing Race. What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: Patreon.com/thespecialists #AmazingRace #tar37 #theam…

The Survivor Specialists are back to recap Survivor 48 episode 8! What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below …

The Survivor Specialists recap the final two episodes of Survivor AU Brains V Brawn II. What did you think of the finale? Where does Myles land in your winner rankings? Become a Patron here: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists #Survivor #AustralianSurvivor #SurvivorAU #SurvivorAURecap Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: …

The Survivor Specialists are joined by Ron Clark to predict episode 8 of Survivor 48! Want to play along in our Power Rankings game and help support the podcast? Become a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below to check out some fun Survivor-themed puzzles…

McKenna and John are back to look at another week of Survivor and how it relates to moments from the past. Which moments in this episode reminded you of past Survivors and which examples do you have for our Outwit, Outplay, and Outlast moments this week? Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thesp…

The Survivor Specialists are digging deeper into Survivor 48 episode 7! We discuss why the Strong 5 is an alliance of underdogs, the issue with split tribals post-merge, Sai's performance, and more. Make sure to check out our Survivor 48 episode 7 recap here: https://youtube.com/live/5ODrnHlE7Gc Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialis…

The Survivor Specialists are back to recap Survivor 48 episode 7! What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below …

The Survivor Specialists recap week 8 of Survivor AU Brains V Brawn II. What did you think of episodes 21 and 22? Who do you think will win next week? Let us know in the comments! During this season, Phil and McKenna are recapping Brains v Brawn I alongside Brains v Brawn II. Become a Patron here: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists #Survivor #A…

The Survivor Specialists are joined by Gabe Ortis to predict episode 7 of Survivor 48! Want to play along in our Power Rankings game and help support the podcast? Become a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below to check out some fun Survivor-themed puzzle…

McKenna and John are back to break down the merge (no matter how much Survivor and Jeff want to convince us it isn't) episode of Survivor 48. Which moments in this episode reminded you of past Survivors and which examples do you have for our Outwit, Outplay, and Outlast moments this week? Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Special…

The Survivor Specialists are joined by Tegwyth and digging deeper into Survivor 48 episode 6! We discuss the merge, the brawn alliance, and more. Make sure to check out our Survivor 48 episode 6 recap here: https://youtube.com/live/zvoCg3iAJI8 Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists #Survivor #Survivor48 #SurvivorCBS #SurvivorRecap …

The Specialists are back to discuss another week of globetrotting adventure in this week's episode of The Amazing Race. What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: Patreon.com/thespecialists #AmazingRace #tar37 #theam…

The Survivor Specialists are back to recap Survivor 48 episode 6! What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below …

The Survivor Specialists recap week 7 of Survivor AU Brains V Brawn II. What did you think of episodes 19 and 20? Let us know in the comments! During this season, Phil and McKenna are recapping Brains v Brawn I alongside Brains v Brawn II. Become a Patron here: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists #Survivor #AustralianSurvivor #SurvivorAU #Surviv…

John and McKenna are reunited again to discuss this week's emotional episode of Survivor, the Survivor firsts that it spawned, and all the moments within it that reminded them of moments in Survivor's past. Which moments in this episode reminded you of past Survivors and which examples do you have for our Outwit, Outplay, and Outlast moments this w…

The Survivor Specialists are joined by Sol Yi to predict episode 6 of Survivor 48! Want to play along in our Power Rankings game and help support the podcast? Become a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below to check out some fun Survivor-themed puzzles! A…

The Survivor Specialists are digging deeper into Survivor 48 episode 5! We discuss the moment that made Jeff Probst cry and what it means for Survivor moving forward. Make sure to check out our Survivor 48 episode 5 recap here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k94WwaQe1js Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists #Survivor #Survivor48 …

The Survivor Specialists are back to recap Survivor 48 episode 5! What did you think of the episode? Let us know in the comments! And remember to like this video and subscribe! Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below …

The Specialists discuss David's record-setting night on Deal or No Deal Island, as they recap the season 2 finale! What did you think of the episode? Help support the podcast by becoming a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists #DealorNoDealIsland #DealOrNoDeal #NBC #RealityTV #DONDI Want to create live streams like this?…

The Survivor Specialists recap week 6 of Survivor AU Brains V Brawn II. We discuss Bounty vs. Barren, one crazy blindside, and Paulie's melodramatic edit. What do you think of the season so far? Let us know in the comments! During this season, Phil and McKenna will be recapping Brains v Brawn I alongside Brains v Brawn II. Become a Patron here: htt…

In this episode, The Cinema Specialists discuss 16 of the most unexpected plot twists in film history to determine which is the greatest of all time! The bracket consists of: 1 Parasite 2 The Empire Strikes Back 3 Oldboy 4 Psycho 5 Fight Club 6 Your Name 7 Diabolique 8 The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari 9 The Usual Suspects 10 The Sixth Sense 11 Planet of…

The Survivor Specialists are joined by Lauren O'Connell to predict episode 5 of Survivor 48! Want to play along in our Power Rankings game and help support the podcast? Become a patron of The Specialists: https://www.patreon.com/thespecialists For this season, we've partnered with IdolPlays! Use the link below to check out some fun Survivor-themed …

McKenna is joined by the host of Reality After Show's Challenge Podcast Alex Trias to take a look at this week's swap episode of Survivor 48 and compare it to swaps from Survivor's past! Which moments in this episode reminded you of past Survivors and which examples do you have for our Outwit, Outplay, and Outlast moments this week? Help support th…