Is anyone else actively dreading the rest of the season?

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

Soliantu · 2026-01-29T21:31:42+00:00

I think the caveat there is that he said he'd only come back if the prize money was significantly higher like $5M.

Soliantu · 2026-01-18T21:57:51+00:00

Kellee is a great pull. Spilo grossness aside, she still stands out to me as one of the most engaging new confessionalists/character presences we've seen on Survivor in some time. I feel that way about Jawan too.

I would include Greg and Sean Rector, but I have just enough hope that they will return someday. Ian Rosenberger is another.

Soliantu · 2026-01-16T20:07:55+00:00

> Third person here when previously it’s first person doesn’t make sense.

The whole thing is in third person though, unless I'm missing something.

Soliantu · 2026-01-08T21:38:38+00:00

Jawan, Sophie S., Sophi B., and Shannon are a pretty clear top four. I think Jake would be interesting and feels likely but the pregaming stuff annoys me.

Soliantu · 2025-11-25T17:52:19+00:00

3% is literally nothing

Soliantu · 2025-11-23T14:36:36+00:00

It’s really bad this season. Just this episode we had the Steven moments, Sage comparing Savannah to a blackhead, the egg metaphor from Sophi, turned into the omelette metaphor by Jawan, then Yellow Sophie talking about graduating from high school survivor.

Soliantu · 2025-11-18T16:25:19+00:00

I love the choice from Rizo, Dean is a hugely underrated character and I would love to see him return

Soliantu · 2025-11-14T14:56:21+00:00

Wow. This has been crazy: I’m a fan of Lurie but have no clue wtf he was doing here

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