Drop Your Buffs

Sean Ross & Evan Ross Katz

Heralded by the Washington Post as being “ostensibly about ‘Survivor’”, in this podcast, veteran fan Sean Ross and quarantine newbie Evan Ross Katz take a very gay deep dive into all things SURVIVOR. With a uniquely queer lens, Drop Your Buffs takes a retrospective look at the greatest seasons, players and iconic moments from the reality show that started it all. Plus, we go straight to the source, interviewing legendary contestants of the game. But it doesn’t stop there. Evan and Sean also cover SURVIVOR-adjacent television, including THE TRAITORS, THE WHITE LOTUS and …AND JUST LIKE THAT.

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340 episodes
Updated July 19

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Apr 2, 2022 · 1 hr 24 min
Australian Survivor: Blood V Water Week 9 Recap
Sean and Ricard are back to recap the penultimate week of Blood V Water. We're spilling the juice, talking Mark's idol plays and talking about Chrissy's path to the win. Drop Your Buffs is finally on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dropyourbuffspod Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Ricard: https://www.instagram.com/ricardfoye Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Mar 31, 2022 · 1 hr 4 min
Survivor 42, Episode 4 “Vibe of the Tribe” Recap
We are recapping a refreshing classic episode of Survivor where we get tons of interpersonal drama and plenty of Jonathan content. Plus, we're talking about Jeff's evolution and taking your voicemails. Follow Drop Your Buffs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dropyourbuffspod Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Evan: https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Mar 29, 2022 · 1 hr
Australian Survivor Interview: Sam Gash
Sean and Ricard are welcoming a legend of Australian Survivor to Drop Your Buffs! Sam Gash is a returning player who had a lot to prove in Blood V Water and boy did she ever. Sam flushed idols, orchestrated blindsides and dominated the strategic game throughout the season. She even pulled off one of the biggest moves Australian Survivor has ever seen, the now infamous idol steal. Sam is diving deep into her game play on Blood V Water and talking about the portrayal of strong women who play this game. Follow Drop Your Buffs on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dropyourbuffspod Follow Sam on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthagash Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Mar 27, 2022 · 1 hr 54 min
Australian Survivor: Blood V Water Week 8 Recap
Yes, we're late, but we're finally back to recap week 8 of Australian Survivor Blood V Water. We're talking about some bold idol play, the loss of an absolute legend and jury interference in the game. Plus we're revoking Josh's Michelle Fitzgerald Fan Club Card and announcing an upcoming guest to the podcast. Drop Your Buffs is finally on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dropyourbuffspod Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Ricard: https://www.instagram.com/ricardfoye Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Mar 24, 2022 · 1 hr 11 min
Survivor 42, Episode 3 “Go for the Gusto” Recap
Evan and Sean are recapping a big third episode of Survivor 42. We're talking about excessive advantages, choppy waters and a deadlocked vote. But most importantly, we're talking about Maryanne's Survivor Tocantins blind-spot. Drop Your Buffs is finally on ig: https://www.instagram.com/dropyourbuffspod Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Evan: https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Mar 17, 2022 · 57 min
Survivor 42, Episode 2 “Good and Guilty” Recap
Evan and Sean are back to recap episode 2 of Survivor 42. We're talking Mike finding (and losing) the Beware Advantage, the rise of a new Survivor romance and another unsuccessful Shot In The Dark play. Take a drink every time Sean refers to the Vati tribe as the Vita tribe. Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Evan: https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Mar 16, 2022 · 1 hr 11 min
Australian Survivor: Blood V Water Week 7 Recap
Sean and Ricard are recapping the seventh week of Blood V Water and the continued dominance of the majority alliance. Plus we're talking about the big twist of- what's it called? Prejudice... prodigy... perjury... Purgatory! Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Ricard: https://www.instagram.com/ricardfoye Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Mar 11, 2022 · 2 hr
Survivor 42, Episode 1 “Feels Like a Rollercoaster” Recap
Drop the 4, keep the 2... hour premier. Evan and Sean are back to break down the first episode of Survivor 42. From Jeff's cringe behavior to the questionable idol design, we're not shying away from anything in this sometimes confusing first episode. Plus, as always, we're responding to your voicemails! Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Evan: https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Mar 8, 2022 · 1 hr 38 min
Australian Survivor: Blood V Water Week 6 Recap
Sean and Ricard are breaking down episodes 15 and 16 of Blood V Water, including the disbanding of The Committee, a visit to the KFC Billabong Lounge and a very devious move by Sam. Plus we're making our new winner picks (since our brilliant original winner picks were both eliminated pre-merge). Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Ricard: https://www.instagram.com/ricardfoye Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Mar 2, 2022 · 1 hr 35 min
Australian Survivor: Blood V Water Week 5 Recap
We've made it to merge and we've been blindsided by losing one episode per week. We're breaking down the merge, Khanh's cash reward, the boys' alliance and Mark and Sam adding a third to their relationship (the hidden immunity idol). Plus, Chrissy has broken her silence and left a voicemail for Drop Your Buffs! Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Ricard: https://www.instagram.com/ricardfoye Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Feb 24, 2022 · 1 hr 24 min
Survivor: Second Chance 2 Fantasy Draft
Second Chance is arguably one of the strongest themes Survivor has ever tested and now Sean and Evan are presenting their dream cast for the long rumored Second Chance 2. Find out which off-the-wall obscure players we want to see given another chance. Also find out how badly we can screw this up. Don't agree with our final picks? Let us know! Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Evan: https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Feb 23, 2022 · 2 hr
Australian Survivor: Blood V Water Week 4 Recap
Sean and Ricard are analyzing the end of the pre-merge portion of Blood V Water including some big twists, a med-evac and a huge blindside. We also have a very special voice memo from two of our favorite players, Mark Wales and Sam Gash! Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Ricard: https://www.instagram.com/ricardfoye Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Feb 16, 2022 · 1 hr 50 min
Australian Survivor: Blood V Water Week 3 Recap
Sean and Ricard are diving into week 3 of Survivor AU Blood V Water. We're talking about losing a legend, a villain and one of Ricard's many winner picks. Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Ricard: https://www.instagram.com/ricardfoye Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Feb 9, 2022 · 1 hr 58 min
Australian Survivor: Blood V Water Week 2 Recap
Sean and Ricard are breaking down a messy second week of Australian Survivor, diving into the the power shift on the Blood tribe, the non-elimination twist and all of the fallout that came with it. We're also discussing Sandra's game so far and speculating about her chances moving forward. Plus, we're doing the thing we promised not to do- Australian accents (apologies in advance). Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Ricard: https://www.instagram.com/ricardfoye Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Feb 3, 2022 · 2 hr 17 min
Australian Survivor: Blood V Water Week 1 Recap
Sean and Ricard Foyé are breaking down the first week of season 7 of Australian Survivor: Blood V Water! We are talking Sandra and Nina's iconic entrance, Nina's early rise to the throne, Mark's budding showmance with King Khanh, the introduction of Chaos Chrissy and memorializing the first three victims of Blood V Water. Plus, we're talking about Jonathan LaPaglia's biceps. Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Ricard: https://www.instagram.com/ricardfoye Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Feb 2, 2022 · 1 hr 50 min
Interview: Richard Hatch
Content Warning: This episode contains discussions about sexual harassment and sexual assault. In this episode we are joined by Survivor's first winner, two-time player Richard Hatch. We are asking our burning questions about Survivor: Borneo, the allegations that Kelly cheated, Rich's famous friendship with Rudy and his thoughts on Jeff Probst. We are also talking about his appearance on All-Stars and the incident in that season that led to Sue Hawk quitting the game. Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Evan: https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Jan 19, 2022 · 1 hr 59 min
Interview: Jerri Manthey
In this episode we are joined by the legend, the icon, Man-eater Manthey herself, Jerri Manthey! We are asking Jerri everything you want to know about living in the Outback, becoming one of the first great reality tv villains, her complicated relationship with Colby Donaldson and her thoughts on Elisabeth Hasselbeck's tenure on The View. Plus we're digging into the messiness of Survivor All Stars and her reunion show walk-off. And of course we're talking about her impeccable gameplay in Heroes vs Villains, getting her thoughts on Russell Hantz and speculating on "what if" Jerri made it to the Final Tribal Council that season. Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Evan: https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Follow Jerri on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrimanthey Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Jan 5, 2022 · 2 hr 8 min
Tree Mail(bag)
We are finally checking our tree mail and answering all of your burning Survivor questions! We're talking Ponderosa, goats, season rankings and Survivor's many problematic elements. Plus we called upon two iconic surprise guests to weigh in on your questions. Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Evan: https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Dec 21, 2021 · 1 hr 19 min
Interview: Ricard Foyé
King, Challenge Beast and Hair Icon Ricard Foyé is joining us to talk all things Survivor 41! Fresh off of the season finale, we're getting Ricard's take on his incredible game, his relationship with Shan, the season's many controversial twists, the Campout alliance, Erika's winner edit, Heather's invisible edit and so much more. Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Evan: https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Follow Ricard on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ricardfoye Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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
Dec 16, 2021 · 1 hr 7 min
Survivor 41, Episode 13 “One Thing Left To Do... Win” Recap
It all comes down to this... We're recapping the finale of Survivor 41! We're talking about the historic win that we've all been waiting for and analyzing some questionable editing choices. Join the conversation! Our DMs are open: Evan: https://www.instagram.com/evanrosskatz Sean: https://www.instagram.com/soda.pup Music by Cody Lee Curtis (@codyleecurtis). Artwork by Mark Glasgow (@markglasgowillustration). 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