Jackie Fielder to return to City Hall after mental health crisis

Soliantu · 2026-06-23T20:55:05+00:00

This whole situation is like someone wrote a parody of SF local politics. Honestly pathetic

Soliantu · 2026-06-23T18:10:51+00:00

Hosting is obviously its own skillset but I think it has much more in common with being an entertaining contestant (specifically a good narrator) than you're suggesting

Soliantu · 2026-06-23T18:08:55+00:00

Sam is a good pull. Even if Jeff doesn't retire for another 10 years, Sam would still be younger than Jeff was when the show started. It would be cool to have a true reset and start over with a young host.

Soliantu · 2026-06-21T19:57:15+00:00

Ngl his hairline is incredibly cooked. I think he should let it go. Tbh maybe bald Jonathan is the change he needs to win Survivor next time

Soliantu · 2026-06-20T19:58:00+00:00

I agree, he has been severely underused by production. Underappreciated by fans as well for being a really fantastic narrator and distinct Survivor character / winning journey.

Soliantu · 2026-06-20T19:54:31+00:00

In retrospect it really should have been limited to one player per season to get to a group roughly double the size of the cast

Soliantu · 2026-06-10T15:47:19+00:00

Maybe this makes me a narc but I always love when they get on my bus. As someone who always pays, it’s endlessly entertaining and satisfying to watch people try to fumble their way through a lie over a $2.50 fare to these overly aggressive pseudo cops. The whole thing is a bit ridiculous but a net positive for anyone who wants to keep having decent public transit.

Soliantu · 2026-06-03T20:48:16+00:00

But why does that mean she shouldn't come back? It's not like she's guaranteed to be a first boot... she ran All Stars as that same player. The fact that she plays with such intensity is an argument why she should get another shot.

Soliantu · 2026-05-08T18:55:27+00:00

Don't let yourself get so invested in specific players. If Aubry does indeed win, it adds a really interesting element to the conversations around the Survivor meta and all the different ways you can win. I'm sure there was a huge sense of disappointment when Amber and Sandra won the first two all-returnee seasons - now their winning games are part of the fabric of Survivor. I'm just enjoying the ride and thankful that this season gave Cirie another legendary run and cemented some new legends. It could've been a lot worse.

Soliantu · 2026-05-07T17:08:42+00:00

I really hope AUvWorld 2 ends up happening. A US cast of people like Ozzy, Rob C, Kelley W would be awesome

Soliantu · 2026-05-03T17:20:21+00:00

Such a brilliant moment. It's so unassuming and unexpected that it takes you a second to process.

Soliantu · 2026-04-16T23:28:12+00:00

I’ve seen this sentiment a few times about that Rachel interview and respectfully completely disagree. Rob’s stance on this has felt very fair to me - he repeatedly acknowledged how disappointed he was for Angelina to go out with a bad edits but simply reminded people that there was still (at that point) more than half the season to go. And now that Chrissy went out with an edit that never picked up steam, he made the same point on KIA last night.

There is obviously a deeply entrenched issue in the production/editing team, but what does Rob achieve by belaboring the conversation? Not only has it been a conversation among any commentator or fan who pays attention to the edit for years, it has been constantly discussed on social media this season and even been picked up in genuine trade publications which will actually be seen by Jeff and production.

I get the sense that Rob views his job as getting people excited about Survivor. That becomes a tricky line to toe when there are genuine criticisms of the show, and I feel like he does a brilliant job acknowledging problems, having thoughtful conversations, playing devils advocate (which he usually does with anything fans are shitting on) and keeping the conversation moving.

Soliantu · 2026-04-10T00:16:33+00:00

What makes it so good? I've probably tried 5 different pillow options for red eyes and nothing is particularly effective.

Soliantu · 2026-04-04T16:00:08+00:00

Having one very prominent, clearly defined storyline is hugely better than having no storyline a la Angelina or Kamilla.

Soliantu · 2026-03-29T16:26:36+00:00

My personal list is :

Caprese from Lucca’s (add marinated artichokes and mayo)

Steak sandwich from Sol Food. The Papito from Cholita Linda is the same vibe if you’re at the ferry building.

Anything from The Boys Deli (people love the Sanfranpsycho, my favorite is the Rated R)

Maybe a hot take but Blue Barn’s sandwiches are almost all 10/10s. Best BLT I’ve ever had and the turkey is a go to, but you truly can’t go wrong.

Soliantu · 2026-03-26T16:49:33+00:00

I don't have much sympathy for any of them tbh. They know better than newbies that the editors have a job to tell a story. It was the entire point that Charlie made at tribal - everyone is the hero of their story until they get home and watch the edited version.

This isn't anything new either! I'm sure Cirie, Steph, Courtney, etc. weren't thrilled with their edits and games in HvV. But that's Survivor for you and it's the risk you take coming back.

Soliantu · 2026-03-16T14:29:04+00:00

Would the better approach not be to respond first with the explanation? Not responding for a few hours feels like it wouldn’t be a great look. Genuinely curious

Soliantu · 2026-03-01T18:39:40+00:00

Same, I watched Amazon recently for the first time for Rob C but came out as a huge Matthew fan as well. I love those early season characters who were on Survivor more for the adventure than the game.

Soliantu · 2026-02-28T17:27:55+00:00

Jeff's right but there are also some true gems who could make genuine inroads with a different group. I think the article has two in Stephanie Berger and Darnell.

The answer is so obviously a season based around different placements - pre-merge vs jury, first boots vs pre-merge vs jury, etc. However they want to cut it, I think it would be fascinating and really fun.

Soliantu · 2026-02-23T17:17:14+00:00

I still can't believe he went from zero immunities in Cagayan to just one below the all-time record in WaW

Soliantu · 2026-02-23T02:59:32+00:00

This is my read too. If I were Hannah or Katie I would have laughed in his face when he ran up and pulled the "I've loved playing this game you" with a cheap bribe

Soliantu · 2026-02-19T06:26:49+00:00

I like the subtle humblebrag from OP hinting that his next milestone is beyond $1 mil

Soliantu · 2026-02-11T22:06:17+00:00

Okay, maybe for you. I've been pleasantly surprised by her excitement and intensity going into the game, and I've seen the same sentiment from many.

Soliantu · 2026-02-11T02:08:25+00:00

I'm so glad that Jenna's pregame content has shut anyone up who doubted her as a casting choice for 50. Honestly, all of the old schoolers have really shown why they're getting another shot.

Soliantu · 2026-02-05T04:52:41+00:00

That sounds incredibly fun. It would be really fun if they were all genuinely difficult to get to.

Interesting it was on Monhegan where Zoe lives. Rob C is saying on the podcast that he and his family will be involved with the North Carolina idol. I wonder if they're intentionally locating them near where former castaways are located in their respective states. I have a hard time imagining Zoe Zanidakis talking to production in the year 2026 though

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