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The Pod Has Spoken with Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee is your go-to destination for all things 'Survivor.' Each week, Tyson and Riley break down the latest episode of 'Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans' , with special guests all season long. Plus, their exit interviews with each week's boot! Their behind-the-scenes perspective will make you feel like you're sitting in on the tribal council yourself.

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Tuesday · 4 min
A ‘Survivor 51’ Special Announcement! | The Pod Has Spoken
‘Survivor 51’ is almost here! Tyson and Riley are pumped to get back into the world of ‘Survivor’ as they bring you a special announcement from CBS that you do not want to miss. Checkout the official CBS ‘Survivor’ YouTube Wednesday, August 26th at 1:00 PM ET/10:00 AM PT, for a live look at the upcoming season. And stay tuned for our coverage of ‘Survivor 51’ as we discover the new “Open Era”! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for All Pictures: Getty, Robert Voets/CBS SurvivorOnCBS https://www.youtube.com/@survivor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 25 · 1 hr 38 min
Survivor’ Season 50 Wrap-Up With Ethan! | The Pod Has Spoken
Time to wrap it up! Tyson and Riley are back and joined by podcast bestie Ethan to give their final thoughts on the eventful ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They talk about their experience on the ‘Survivor’ red carpet, their thoughts on the ‘Survivor 51’ preview, and whether the “open era” will take off. Then, they chime in on ideas for future seasons, go over their favorite and least favorite twists of this season, and dive into the true driver of this season: the fan vote. Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Ethan Zohn Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for All Pictures: Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 22 · 1 hr 42 min
‘Survivor 50’ Final Five Exit Interviews! | The Pod Has Spoken
Did your winner pick make it? Tyson and Riley break down the wild ‘Survivor 50’ finale and live reunion with this season’s final five. Aubry talks about winning it all and driving off with a new car, Jonathan explains the strategy behind his returning game, and Joe relives the crowd’s explosive live reaction. Plus, Rizo gets advice for his next ‘Survivor’ chapter, and Tiffany reveals what she thinks could’ve changed the outcome of her stay on the island. 00:00 - Welcome! 00:58 - Aubry joins us! 17:34 - Jonathan joins us! 33:53 - Joe joins us! 44:30 - Rizo joins us! 58:14 - Tiffany joins us! 1:13:09 - Afterthoughts 1:35:32 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guests: Aubry Bracco, Jonathan Young, Joe Hunter, Rizo Velovic, and Tiffany Ervin Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for All Pictures: Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 21 · 1 hr 50 min
‘Survivor 50’ Live Finale and Reunion Reactions! | The Pod Has Spoken
Did you vote for fire? Tyson, Riley, and Ashleigh give their reactions to the exciting finale of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They talk about their experience watching the finale in person, the slipups from the evening, and their theories on the voting results. Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Producer: Ashleigh Smith Video Engineer: Chris Thomas Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for all pictures: Getty Images, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 18 · 1 hr 6 min
‘Survivor 50’ Finale Preview: Winner Predictions With JC! | The Pod Has Spoken
Who will be the Sole Survivor? Tyson and Riley bring you a special episode with writer, producer, and podcast host Jason Concepcion to prepare for the exciting finale of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They analyze the final five and each contestant’s chances of winning. Then, they give their predictions for the best collection of players for the final tribal council. 00:00 - Welcome! 08:02 - Rizo’s chances 19:03 - Joe’s chances 27:32 - Aubry’s chances 36:59 - Tiffany’s chances 44:09 - Jonathan’s chances 56:57 - Riley’s superlatives 1:01:42 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Jason Concepcion Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for All Pictures: Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 14 · 46 min
‘Survivor 50’ Episode 12 Exit Interviews! | The Pod Has Spoken
What was the code word? Tyson and Riley sit down with the eighth and ninth members of the ‘Survivor 50’ jury, Devens and Cirie. They start with Devens and ask about the fun he had playing this season and his relationship with Joe during the game. Then, they give Cirie her flowers before asking her about the worst liars on the beach and whether this chapter of her ‘Survivor’ story is officially closed. 00:00 - Welcome! 00:55 - Devens joins us! 17:00 - Cirie joins us! 35:23 - Afterthoughts Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guests: Rick Devens and Cirie Fields Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for All Pictures: Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 14 · 1 hr 37 min
Recapping ‘Survivor 50’ Episode 12! | The Pod Has Spoken
Who do you think will win ‘Survivor 50?’ Tyson and Riley are joined by Julie, a contestant from ‘Survivor: Edge of Extinction,’ to recap the penultimate episode of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They attempt to understand the double-elimination process and give flowers to the legendary boots. Then they give their predictions on the finale, including who they think will be the final three and whether fire will make an appearance. 00:00 - Welcome! 02:16 - “Inconceivable” 26:51 - First immunity challenge 32:38 - First pre-tribal scramble 38:54 - First tribal council 45:15 - Back at the tribe 55:21 - Second immunity challenge 1:05:11 - Second pre-tribal scramble 1:11:44 - Second tribal council 1:24:50 - Riley’s superlatives 1:33:22 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Julie Rosenberg Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures: Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 7 · 52 min
‘Survivor 50’ Episode 11 Exit Interviews! | The Pod Has Spoken
What’s it like bringing an idol home? Tyson and Riley sit down with the sixth and seventh members of the ‘Survivor 50’ jury, Emily and Ozzy. They start with Emily and ask her about her “talkative” gameplay, what it was like watching her mistakes on television, and what she would do differently if given a third chance to play. Then, they talk to Ozzy and discuss his edit and growth as a ‘Survivor’ player. Last, they ask the legendary player: Is his ‘Survivor’ story line truly over? 00:00 - Welcome! 00:47 - Emily joins us! 16:36 - Ozzy joins us! 35:27 - Afterthoughts Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guests: Emily Flippen and Ozzy Lusth Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 7 · 1 hr 40 min
Recapping ‘Survivor 50’ Episode 11! | The Pod Has Spoken
Have you seen a Phoenix dance? Tyson and Riley are joined by Kaleb from ‘Survivor 45’ to recap the 11th episode of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They talk about the Power Broker Advantage, the challenge mess-ups, and write their own fan fiction for the show. 00:00 - Welcome! 04:04 - “Everyone will be shooketh” 21:46 - Immunity challenge 29:01 - Pre-tribal scramble 48:51 - Tribal council 1:15:54 - Riley’s superlatives 1:36:37 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Kaleb Gebrewold Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 30 · 37 min
‘Survivor 50’ Episode 10 Exit Interviews! | The Pod Has Spoken
How live is a live tribal? Tyson and Riley sit down with the fifth member of the ‘Survivor 50’ jury, Stephenie. They ask her about a potential rematch with Cirie, how deep her Mr. Beast lore goes, and whether that live tribal council was actually that chaotic or just got the TV-edit treatment. 00:00 - Welcome! 01:18 - Stephenie joins us! 17:59 - Afterthoughts Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Stephenie LaGrossa Kendrick Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 30 · 1 hr 56 min
Recapping ‘Survivor 50’ Episode 10! | The Pod Has Spoken
The hardest 'Survivor' challenge yet: Heads or Tails. Tyson and Riley are joined by Ian from ‘Survivor: Palau’ to recap the 10th episode of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They talk about their impression of the new chaotic auction, the “fall on the sword” twist, and all the puking. Then, they unpack the Mr. Beast Super Beware Advantage, the coin toss, and its shakeup on tribal council. 00:00 - Welcome! 12:27 - “A Side Dish of Chaos” 41:56 - The ‘Survivor 50’ Auction 50:38 - Immunity challenge 01:00:41 - Pre-tribal scramble 01:09:52 - Tribal council 1:40:50 - Riley’s superlatives 1:52:56 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Ian Rosenberger Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 23 · 32 min
‘Survivor 50’ Episode 9 Exit Interviews! | The Pod Has Spoken
Start sending apology baskets, Jimmy! Tyson and Riley sit down with the fourth member of the ‘Survivor 50’ jury, Christian. They ask him about the Jimmy Fallon twist and whether it really was his downfall. He gets into how the journey’s twist forced him into a tough spot and reflects on the lessons he learned for himself and his child. 00:00 - Welcome! 00:46 - Christian joins us! 22:13 - Afterthoughts Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Dr. Christian Hubicki Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 23 · 1 hr 34 min
Recapping ‘Survivor 50’ Episode 9! | The Pod Has Spoken
In the hands of one fan? Tyson and Riley are joined by The Ringer’s Sean Fennessey to recap the ninth episode of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They break down the new Jimmy Fallon twist and trace the evolution of twists across the seasons. Then, they debate Jeff Probst’s grip strength (thanks, Mr. Fallon) and revisit the era of “Sassy Jeff.” 00:00 - Welcome! 05:32 - “I Deserve All of This” 24:52 - Immunity challenge 34:20 - The journey 39:08 - Pre-tribal scramble 1:03:34 - Tribal council 1:22:07 - Riley’s superlatives 1:29:03 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Sean Fennessey Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 16 · 38 min
‘Survivor 50’ Episode 8 Exit Interviews! | The Pod Has Spoken
Keep tide walking, Dragon Slayer! Tyson and Riley sit down with the third member of the ‘Survivor 50’ jury, Coach. They talk about his ‘Survivor’ storyline, the differences between seasons, and how the Dragon Slayer persona affects his real life. Later, Tyson reveals some insider scoops on the duo elimination this week. 00:00 - Welcome! 00:46 -Coach joins us! 24:06 - After thoughts 32:09 - The double duo scoop Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Benjamin “Coach” Wade Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 16 · 1 hr 42 min
Recapping ‘Survivor 50’ Episode 8! | The Pod Has Spoken
Double the fun, but no Doublemint gum. Tyson and Riley are joined by Ryan from ‘Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers’ to recap the eighth episode of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They talk about the immunity challenge twist and the dynamics between the pairings before analyzing the live tribal. Then, they end the show by discussing their favorite Dragon Slayer moments on ‘Survivor 50’ and asking the important question: Did the fans really vote for this? 00:00 - Welcome! 04:15 - “Double the Fun, Double the Demise” 19:37 - Exile Island 22:07 - The pairings 37:24 - Immunity challenge 50:30 - Pre-tribal scramble 58:20 - Tribal council 1:22:47 - Riley’s superlatives 1:36:46 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Ryan Ulrich Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 9 · 41 min
‘Survivor 50’ Episode 7 Exit Interview! Plus, Coach Gives Us Nicknames!
The mayor of ponderosa is here! Tyson and Riley sit down with the first member of the ‘Survivor 50’ jury, Dee. They talk about her adventures after the show, her expectations coming into this returnee season as a previous Sole Survivor, and get to the bottom of the leaves versus hands debate in the “aqua dumping” conversation. Later, Coach, a.k.a. “Tide Walker,” a.k.a. "Dragon Slayer," a.k.a. Tyson’s BFF joins the show! He gives the entire Pod Has Spoken crew a nickname and gives a behind-the-scenes look at his nickname process. 00:00 - Welcome! 00:55 - Dee joins us! 22:37 - After Thoughts 30:26 - Coach joins us! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Dee Valladares, Benjamin “Coach” Wade Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 9 · 1 hr 55 min
Recapping ‘Survivor 50’ Episode 7! | The Pod Has Spoken
Is ‘Survivor’ an honorable game? Tyson and Riley are joined by 'Jeopardy' and 'Survivor 45' superstar Drew to recap the seventh episode of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They get into what Drew would have themed his season before starting the recap, going over the trickle-down effect of last week’s blood moon. Then, they talk about the new memorable Coach moments and the chaos caused by it. 00:00 - Welcome! 02:44 - “That’s not how I play 'Survivor'” 49:22 - The Journey 57:52 - Back at the tribe 1:03:56 - Immunity challenge 1:13:56 - Pre-tribal scramble 1:21:41 - Tribal council 1:36:18 - Riley’s superlatives 1:51:45 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Drew Basile Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 3 · 1 hr 14 min
‘Survivor 50’ Episode 6 Exit Interviews!| The Pod Has Spoken
A triple elimination? Tyson and Riley sit down with all three boots from the merge episode of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They start with Colby and ask him whether his story line with ’Survivor’ is truly completed. Then, bring in Kamilla and discuss what went wrong with her alliance with Jonathan. They end the show with Genevieve and decide if she really is the unluckiest player in ‘Survivor’ history. 00:00 - Welcome! 00:51 - Colby joins us! 26:28 - Kamilla joins us! 50:42 - Genevieve joins us! 1:10:53 - Thanks for watching Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Colby Donaldson, Kamilla Karthigesu, Genevieve Mushaluk Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 2 · 1 hr 47 min
Recapping ‘Survivor 50’ Episode 6! | The Pod Has Spoken
Is 17 people really too many for one island? Tyson and Riley are joined by sole survivor of ‘Survivor 47,’ Rachel, to recap the sixth episode of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They ask important questions like: What’s a blood moon? Then, they try to sort out the alliances between the players and decide whether the boot choices made more sense for the old-school or new-school players’ gameplay. 00:00 - Welcome! 06:07 - “Blood moon” 32:54 - Immunity challenge 1:02:20 - The sanctuary 1:04:09 - Pre-tribal scramble 1:09:36 - Tribal council 1:32:15 - Riley’s superlatives 1:44:08 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Rachel LaMont Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
March 31 · 1 hr 8 min
The ’Survivor 50’ Merge Extravaganza! | The Pod Has Spoken
Is the merge about to happen? Tyson and Riley are joined by The Ringer’s Joanna Robinson to dig deeper into the upcoming merge episode of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They predict the possible dynamics of having all 17 players on one tribe and the alliances that the camera may have missed. They also ask an important question about this season: Who’s the best liar of ‘Survivor 50'? 00:00 - Welcome! 08:33 - The merge 45:09 - Riley’s superlatives 1:04:08 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Joanna Robinson Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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