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All season long, every season, following each episode, Jessica Liese and Mike Bloom to discuss every leg of the Amazing Races from around the world. They break down all the twists and turns of the race, including where the eliminated team went wrong. Also available are preseason cast previews, exit interviews from eliminated teams, and postseason interviews.

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  • Yesterday · 1 hr 10 min

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 39 First Look: Express Yourself!

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 39 First Look: Express Yourself! The summer rewatch has officially crossed the finish line, but Brooke and Brice aren’t checking their passports just yet! With The Amazing Race 39 right around the corner, it’s time for the First Look as they meet the 13 new teams racing around the world for $1 million. From former pro athletes and family duos to best friends, siblings, and married couples, Brooke and Brice break down the new cast, make some way-too-early predictions, and decide who already has them ready to stan. Plus, with every team starting the Race with their very own Express Pass, the strategy is kicking in before anyone even hears “Travel safe… GO!” Who has winner energy, who could surprise us, and whose passport might be getting stamped straight to elimination? Season 39, we’re ready to Race! You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Friday · 1 hr 6 min

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Ep 7 Recap

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Ep 7 Recap Also available on YouTube. Amazing Race Canada season 12, episode 7 gets a lively recap from Jessica Liese and Dan Heaton, with Jessica joining live from the midst of RHAPcon's Big Brother viewing party in Milwaukee. The duo dives into a week packed with challenges, a surprising number of tasks, and a long-awaited return to eliminations. This leg keeps racers on their toes with back-to-back face-offs and a series of quirky hurdles that test both patience and skill. Jessica and Dan walk through a leg filled with everything from worm counting to fish wrangling, and discuss how the episode's design shuffled team standings in unexpected ways. From a metal detector task that stirred up confusion and comedy on the beach to the “is-this-even-Amazing-Race-anymore?” debate after a leg crammed with five route infos and two face-offs, the hosts dissect the mechanics and moments that shaped this week’s outcomes. They also spotlight standout racers, including Ameen and Surria’s historic win, and raise questions about task judging, sponsorship, and the potential for a double elimination. Teams face a second consecutive face-off, stirring strong emotions and changing strategies, especially for Chayla and Chyana. Debate over task accuracy, with worm counting rules and rapid-fire guessing leading to questions about fairness and production choices. The chaotic metal detector task, where racers dig up everything from pristine cups to their own shovels and tackle a wave of false positives. Ameen and Surria’s standout week, leveraging methodical approaches and surprising physical prowess to secure a milestone leg victory. Raised eyebrows at the maple syrup and breakfast task, complete with suspicions about staged meals and cheeky sponsor placement. Will the episode’s double face-off format return, or was this chaos a one-time shakeup? Can Ameen and Surria keep their winning momentum, or will another team break through as the race narrows? Follow along for scene-by-scene breakdowns and analysis on the twists, rule quirks, and race dynamics that drive the action. Catch the full episode for all the insights, debates, and behind-the-scenes fun from Amazing Race Canada’s most jam-packed leg of the season. 0:00 Recap Begins 6:10 Shayla’s Face-Off Frustration Returns 12:10 Metal Detector Task Mixes Order 18:01 Ameen and Surria Dominate Oil Rig 22:35 Cricket Face-Off Decides Fate 27:03 Maple Syrup Delivery Sparks Questions 34:04 Chayla and Chyana Eliminated 37:15 Five Teams Emerge as Favorites 42:05 Predictions and Winner Contenders 49:28 Double Elimination Twist Previewed Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP! Join our Facebook group at robhasawebsite.com/targroup LISTEN! Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed. WATCH! Watch and subscribe to all RHAP podcasts on YouTube SUPPORT! Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • August 25 · 1 hr 27 min

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Twelve Finale Recap

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Twelve Finale Recap Brooke and Brice are crossing the finish line on the Purple Pants Podcast Summer Rewatch, and there’s no better way to close out Season 29 than with Brooke’s winning partner himself, Scott Flanary! The final three race back to the U.S. for one last leg through Chicago, where a spin around Chicagoland Speedway, Windy City riddles, hot dog deliveries, and a final showdown at Wrigley Field stand between them and the $1 million prize. Scott takes us inside the chaos of that final leg as he and Brooke relive the bickering, breakthroughs, and unforgettable moments that took two complete strangers all the way from the starting line to Victory Lane. And with Brice and Scott cutting up all episode like they were the ones who won The Amazing Race together, Brooke may have to pull out the million-dollar check just to remind them who Scott’s real winning partner is! The Season 29 rewatch may be officially checked in, but we’re not done racing yet: The Amazing Race 39 cast has been announced! Tune in next week as Brooke and Brice give their First Look cast assessment and meet the brand-new teams getting ready to race around the world. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • August 21 · 1 hr 8 min

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Ep 6 Recap

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Ep 6 Recap Watch the podcast on YouTube! The Amazing Race Canada, Season 12, Episode 6 sends teams down Sugar Shack Lane, and Jessica Liese and Dan Heaton break down every detail. With food-focused challenges, a face-off, and plenty of memorization hurdles, this leg stands out for its unique mix of fun and difficulty. A non-elimination shake-up means nobody goes home this time, but not everyone walks away happy after facing diving boards, ping pong paddles, and a script full of challenging coffee orders. Teams begin the leg with a choice between synchronized diving and decoding a complex café order, putting both their physical and memory skills to the test. Jessica Liese takes a look back at diving challenges in the US Amazing Race, sharing why these tasks rarely work out as planned, while Dan Heaton highlights how some teams use unconventional thinking to speed through memorization obstacles. The face-off brings new tension, with less experienced teams meeting surprising hurdles at the ping pong table. Throughout, the episode touches on non-elimination leg placement, the fairness of task design for non-native English speakers, and that ever-present role of luck in shaping results. Key moments and insights include: Teams use creative tactics during the café order task, emphasizing contents over sequence to master the challenge. Jessica Liese explains the legacy of complicated diving detours and why teams should be wary of them. The face-off disrupts expectations as early arrivals falter at table tennis, turning success upside down. Non-elimination twists invite discussion on pacing and fairness as vulnerable teams narrowly stay alive. Attention is drawn to challenges faced by contestants for whom English isn’t a first language, especially in memory-heavy roadblocks. Did skipping eliminations change strategy this week, or only delay the inevitable heartbreak? With four legs left, will skill, luck, or unconventional tactics carry teams to the finale? Hit play for a smart, scene-by-scene analysis as teams struggle, adapt, and try to outdo one another on the latest leg of The Amazing Race Canada. Chapters: 0:00 Welcome and Coffee Order Banter 6:06 Face-Off Format Shakes Up Race 13:35 Diving Challenge Sparks Debate 18:49 Ping Pong Face-Off Drama 24:16 Memorization Roadblock Stumps Clara 35:50 Non-Elimination Leg Relief 43:58 Team Rankings Shift Unexpectedly 50:16 Face-Off and Elimination Tactics 56:29 John Montgomery’s Hosting Evolution 58:50 Final Thoughts and Next Week Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP! Join our Facebook group at robhasawebsite.com/targroup LISTEN! Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed. WATCH! Watch and subscribe to all RHAP podcasts on YouTube SUPPORT! Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • August 18 · 1 hr 8 min

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Eleven Recap

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Eleven Recap Brooke and Brice are stacking up the memories with Season 29’s own London Kaye as the Purple Pants Podcast Summer Rewatch reaches Episode 11, “As Easy As Stacking Cups.” With only four teams left, the Race heads to Seoul, South Korea, where a spot in the finale is on the line. From lightning-fast cup stacking and making kimchi to going head-to-head with professional gamers in a Street Fighter showdown, every second counts. London takes us behind the scenes of racing with Logan, shares what she remembers from this high-pressure leg, and gives us the inside scoop on punching their ticket to the final three. Brooke, Brice, and London revisit the laughs, stress, strategy, and chaos of the penultimate leg as the finish line gets closer and the Race officially enters its final level. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • August 14 · 1 hr 10 min

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Ep 5 Recap

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Ep 5 Recap Also available on YouTube. We Know The Amazing Race dives into The Amazing Race Canada season 12, episode 5, with Jessica Liese and Dan Heaton at the mic. This week’s episode features tasks that highlight just how uniquely Canadian this race can get. Turtle rescues, butter tart deliveries, and a detour set in a canoe museum all add to the mix. Through playful commentary and sharp analysis, the podcast breaks down why this leg may be one of the most “Canadian” yet, sparking questions about strategy, challenge design, and whether anyone can actually keep ice cream cold on the run. Listeners get a recap of the teams’ journey across Toronto, Peterborough, and Bobcaygeon, complete with Presto cards and a Chamber of Commerce-approved itinerary. The episode’s centerpiece, a relentless park game task with a taxidermied beaver, sets the stage for record-breaking failed attempts and arguments over when to use the coveted Express Pass. Dan Heaton guides the discussion into the mechanics of the U-Turn vote, the social calculations at play, and how these decisions impact both frontrunners and teams at risk. Turtle trivia, ice cream debates, and hometown musical nods pepper the conversation, making for a light-hearted yet thoughtful rundown of race highlights. Dissection of the “Cottage Games” task, where teams rack up double-to-triple-digit attempts as locals chant “Beaver” and Express Pass strategies come under the microscope. Analysis of the U-Turn vote: how teams on the first flight formed a strategy that focused on survival over targeting strong competitors, and reflections on past U-Turn dynamics in other seasons. Recap of detour choices at the canoe museum, discussion about the unbalanced difficulty between searching for real canoes and braving a canoe obstacle course. Memorable moments with turtle care at a local wildlife center, including lessons on turtle anatomy that leave the racers and listeners both bemused and informed. Playful debate about Canadian ice cream flavors—Tragically Chip, Moon Mist, and Tigertail—and discussion on whether anyone actually eats their ice cream before reaching the pit stop. Who stands out in this season’s steady top tier, and are the teams learning from past strategic pitfalls or repeating familiar patterns? As the race enters its second half, which task pushes racers the hardest, and does the new U-Turn vote approach truly level the playing field? Catch the full episode for an inside look at the strategies, stumbles, and local delights shaping The Amazing Race Canada’s wildest leg yet. 0:00 Beaver Challenge Sets Episode Tone 6:18 U-Turn Vote Strategy Unfolds 12:13 Teams Debate U-Turn Effectiveness 16:10 Frisbee Task Frustration Mounts 19:08 Canoe Detour Proves Unbalanced 23:23 Turtle Sanctuary Moment of Levity 27:18 Butter Tart Delivery Race 32:04 Ice Cream Task Sparks Debate 42:18 Top Teams Begin to Emerge 46:20 Comparing US and Canada Twists 51:09 Favorite Ice Creams and Questions 56:14 Saying Goodbye to Keshia and Nova Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP! Join our Facebook group at robhasawebsite.com/targroup LISTEN! Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed. WATCH! Watch and subscribe to all RHAP podcasts on YouTube SUPPORT! Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • August 11 · 1 hr 36 min

    The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Ten Recap | Purple Pants Podcast

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Ten Recap Brooke and Brice welcome The Amazing Race 37 winners Ricky Rotandi and César Aldrete to the Purple Pants Podcast Summer Rewatch as they dive into Season 29, Episode 10, “Riding a Bike Is Like Riding a Bike.” The Race continues through Vietnam as the final five head to Ninh Bình, where bicycles become their main mode of transportation and the scorching heat turns an already demanding leg into a true test of endurance. From Tara and Joey’s duck egg Speed Bump to an exhausting Roadblock hauling shrimp traps by bicycle, this leg pushes the racers physically and emotionally, culminating in one of the season’s most heartbreaking moments as Floyd reaches his breaking point and Team Fun’s race comes to an end. Brooke, Brice, Ricky, and César unpack the strategy, teamwork, chaos, and emotion of the episode while Ricky and César bring a winner’s perspective on what it takes to keep racing when your body and mind are telling you otherwise. With the finale getting closer and every mistake carrying more weight, this Summer Rewatch is full of laughs, insight, and plenty of Amazing Race conversation. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down. ⁠https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • August 4 · 1 hr 15 min

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Nine Recap

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Nine Recap Brooke and Brice are joined by The Amazing Race 37 favorites Brett Hamby and Mark Romain as the Purple Pants Podcast Summer Rewatch of The Amazing Race 29 continues with Episode 9, “I Thought We Were Playing It Nice.” The Race stays in Greece, where teams face a heart-pounding Roadblock featuring a 240-foot bungee jump over the Corinth Canal before battling through tense Detour decisions that push communication, patience, and partnerships to their limits. As the competition tightens and emotions run high, Brooke, Brice, Brett, and Mark revisit the strategic gameplay, unforgettable meltdowns, and relationship dynamics that made this leg one of the season’s most talked-about episodes. Plus, Brett and Mark share their own perspective as Amazing Race alumni, adding behind-the-scenes insight, plenty of laughs, and stories only fellow racers can tell. Whether you’re revisiting Season 29 or watching for the very first time, this Summer Rewatch recap is packed with fun, strategy, and can’t-miss conversation. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 31 · 1 hr 20 min

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Ep 4 Recap

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Ep 4 Recap Also available on YouTube. Jessica Liese and Dan Heaton break down The Amazing Race Canada Season 12, Episode 4, as teams take on Montreal in a leg full of classic challenges and subtle shakeups. This week spotlights both the familiar rhythms and evolving strategies of the race, along with questions about the tasks’ pacing and ambition. As the action shifts from plant shopping to beer-pouring, Jessica and Dan explore what works, what drags, and how teams adapt, sometimes with unexpected calm. Teams start at a bustling garden center, where finding and buying specific plants triggers both smart collaboration and careful solo play. Jessica notes the impact of the Desjardins assist, and both hosts observe how Eamon and Bec’s strategic partnership with Sacha and Sébastien gives them a crucial edge early in the leg. The rare return of the intersection forces new team pairings, resulting in a dance challenge that tests both skill and patience. Surria’s standout fitness background and Bec’s dance team experience come into play with surprisingly positive teamwork, fueling a surprise finish for a previously middle-of-the-pack duo. Meanwhile, the detour splits teams between a tricky white-on-white puzzle and a more active, social photo challenge, leading to strategic switches and close calls as limited stations force tough choices. Jessica and Dan discuss: Sacha and Sébastien’s confidence as they coolly drop to sixth but hold steady, trusting their position and Express Pass How intersection pairings shape outcomes, especially for teams with hidden dance skills or unexpected struggles The debate around task quality and the balance between excitement and quantity, with both hosts reflecting on Canada’s emphasis on mix-ups over big spectacle Memorable sponsorship moments, including the beer-pouring task at the Peel Pub and calls for a true beer face-off in future seasons The group’s reaction to a rare airport confrontation and how team dynamics play out publicly and behind the scenes With a U-turn vote looming and strategies starting to diverge, which teams will seize the moment and who will get caught in the chaos of alliances and Express Pass gambits? Tune in for a focused, insightful discussion of gameplay and race mechanics that’s full of both laughs and sharp analysis. Don’t miss this reality TV deep dive—listen now for smart strategy talk and unique team insights from Amazing Race Canada’s latest adventure! 0:00 Intro: Teams Hit Montreal 6:21 Garden Center Strategies Unfold 10:05 Intersection Pairings Cause Tension 13:08 Surria’s Dancing Delivers Surprise 18:07 Mid-Leg Shakeup, New Frontrunners 23:05 Detour Station Limits Backfire 29:01 Express Pass Dilemma for Liz 34:28 U-Turn Vote Speculation 43:53 Airport Confrontation Ignites Drama 47:16 Jon’s Non-Elimination Fakeout 53:06 Express Pass Endgame Theories 1:08:01 Long Cab Rides Dissected 1:10:21 Next Episode and Wrap-Up Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP! Join our Facebook group at robhasawebsite.com/targroup LISTEN! Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed. WATCH! Watch and subscribe to all RHAP podcasts on YouTube SUPPORT! Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 28 · 1 hr 24 min

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Eight Recap

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Eight Recap Brooke and Brice are joined by reality TV journalist, podcaster, and Parade TV editor Mike Bloom as the Purple Pants Podcast Summer Rewatch of The Amazing Race 29 continues with Episode 8, “Good Job, Donkey.” The Race leaves Italy behind and heads to Greece, where teams navigate winding mountain roads, tackle a Greek wedding-themed Detour featuring stubborn donkeys, sheep, and goats, face a game-changing Double U-Turn, and take on a Roadblock inspired by Greece’s iconic Presidential Guard ceremony in Athens. Together, Brooke, Brice, and Mike revisit the strategic decisions, relationship dynamics, and unforgettable moments that made this one of the season’s most memorable legs, while Mike shares his unique perspective as one of reality TV’s most respected journalists. Whether you’re revisiting Season 29 or experiencing it for the first time, this Summer Rewatch recap is packed with behind-the-scenes insights, thoughtful analysis, and plenty of laughs you won’t want to miss. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 24 · 1 hr 17 min

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Ep 3 Recap

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Ep 3 Recap Also available on YouTube. Jessica Liese and Dan Heaton break down all the action from The Amazing Race Canada, Season 12, Episode 3. This episode takes teams from the historic Stampede Grounds in Calgary, Alberta, onto the scenic Rocky Mountaineer train, where a cleverly placed surprise roadblock shakes up the game. As alliances and rivalries take shape, Jessica and Dan examine how contestants handle new twists, shifting team dynamics, and the pressure of unexpected challenges. The journey begins with a classic calf scramble, where fears, like Nova's aversion to cow dung, bring some light-hearted moments. The conversation then zeroes in on the secret train roadblock, a memorable twist that puts teams’ observation skills to the test and ultimately leads to a crucial elimination. The hosts analyze how failing this task hamstrings a team for the rest of the leg and discuss whether the punishment fits the mistake. The detour at Jasper highlights stories of wildfire recovery and community, but much of the drama unfolds when the double pass comes into play, sparking frustration, strategy talk, and some epic bleeped-out reactions. With Express Passes still in the mix and an intersection looming, Jessica and Dan weigh the next big moves and the potential ripple effects on the competition. Secret clue on the Rocky Mountaineer forces teams to stay alert, with delayed discovery leaving some hours behind Elimination hinges on missing the train roadblock, raising questions about fairness and game design Double pass triggers a meltdown, especially for Shayla and Shiana, driving new rivalries and alliances Teams debate the best use (or misuse) of the Express Pass, with strategic implications for top contenders Reflection on drama, penalties, and the evolving landscape of twists in Amazing Race Canada How will rivalries and alliances shift as the remaining Express Passes become critical? Will new twists like the intersection or face-offs bring another shake-up, or will the leading teams keep their edge? Dive into the full discussion for insights on key decisions, team dynamics, and where The Amazing Race Canada goes from here. Don’t miss this deep dive—listen now for fresh analysis and all the inside scoop on Amazing Race Canada’s biggest moments! 00:00 Amazing Race Canada Recap Begins 06:09 Twist-Screwed: Unpredictable Race Stakes 08:32 Surprise Train Roadblock Revealed 13:15 Dana and Cordelia's Critical Error 17:06 Penalty Shock Eliminates Team 23:06 Keshia and Nova Use Express 26:35 Shayla and Shiyana's Emotional Meltdown 29:09 The Pass Sparks Major Drama 36:25 Tina and Liz Marked Targets 41:01 Debates Over The Pass Mechanic 44:33 Legs Are Mundane, Game Isn’t 48:17 Two Express Passes Remain 53:54 Audience Questions and Strategy 60:43 Season Ranking: Too Soon? Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP! Join our Facebook group at robhasawebsite.com/targroup LISTEN! Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed. WATCH! Watch and subscribe to all RHAP podcasts on YouTube SUPPORT! Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 21 · 1 hr 24 min

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Seven Recap

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Seven Recap Brooke and Brice are joined by The Amazing Race 29 fan favorites Becca & Floyd (#TeamFun) as they continue racing through the winding canals of Venice, Italy for Episode 7 of The Amazing Race 29. This memorable leg features a musical Detour complete with gondoliers and Italian serenades, a demanding luggage delivery challenge through Venice’s narrow streets and bridges, a roadblock that features meltdowns and lead changes, and a frantic hunt for water taxis that pushes several teams to their limits.. Together, they revisit the travel chaos, unforgettable challenges, and emotional moments that defined this leg, while Becca & Floyd share behind the scenes stories and what it was really like to race through one of the season’s most iconic destinations. Whether you’re revisiting Season 29 or experiencing it for the first time, this recap is one you won’t want to miss. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 17 · 1 hr 15 min

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Ep 2 Recap

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Ep 2 Recap Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP! Join our Facebook group at robhasawebsite.com/targroup LISTEN! Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed. WATCH! Watch and subscribe to all RHAP podcasts on YouTube SUPPORT! Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 15 · 1 hr 33 min

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Six Recap

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Six Recap Brooke and Brice are joined by The Amazing Race 37 fan favorites Alyssa & Josiah as they leave Norway behind and race into Italy for Episode 6 of The Amazing Race 29. This unforgettable leg features a tricky restaurant tram Roadblock through Milan, a scenic journey across the breathtaking shores of Lake Como, and the season’s second Double U-Turn, where strategy takes center stage and alliances begin to show their cracks. Together, they relive the travel chaos, memorable challenges, and game-changing decisions that shaped this pivotal leg, while Alyssa & Josiah share how they would have navigated one of the season’s most strategic episodes. Whether you’re revisiting Season 29 or experiencing it for the first time, this recap is one you won’t want to miss You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 10 · 1 hr 19 min

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Premiere Recap

    Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Premiere Recap Ten teams of racers are on the journey of a lifetime, and your TARCan experts are hot on their heels to recap each and every episode! This week, Jess Liese (@haymakerhattie) and Dan Heaton (@thedanheaton) discuss the Season 12 premiere of TARCAN. Amazing Race Canada returns for Season 12, Episode 1, and Jessica Liese and Dan Heaton jump right in to dissect the first leg’s biggest moments, highlight key strategies, and debate the impact of new twists. The duo brings their perspective as seasoned fans to examine everything from the season’s energetic team introductions to the much-discussed changes in gameplay. The episode takes listeners through the rapid-fire premiere, where ten teams arrive in Whistler and are immediately tossed into classic race chaos: digging through snow, detour dilemmas, sponsorship challenges, and a thrilling mountaintop task. Jessica and Dan break down the return of the Desjardins Assist and the surprising “everyone gets an Express Pass” twist, weighing how these developments shape the game’s early strategies. They dig into standout team dynamics, like how a team used their Express Pass to avoid dancing, what happened when a cab driver took an impromptu lakeside lunch, and the impact of sponsorship tasks. Both hosts analyze whether teams made the smartest choices with their Express Passes and which newcomers could become breakout stars. The ripple effect of every team receiving an Express Pass and how the “one per task” rule shapes race strategy Teams weigh risk vs. reward when stuck at difficult detours, deciding when to spend their Express Passes Memorable roadblock moments, including contestants battling their fear of heights and making last-minute decisions to avoid elimination The role of sponsorship tasks, like the Moana sailing challenge, and their influence on leg outcomes Lighter moments, from a driver taking a lakeside lunch to debates about the reality of ski-dancing as a Whistler tradition As the competition heats up with fresh format changes and colorful cast dynamics, the big question remains: who will use their Express Pass to maximum effect, and which teams might regret holding on too long? Catch the full recap and strategy discussion to get ready for all the twists this season has in store. 00:00 Welcome Back: Season 12 Begins 06:40 Express Pass Twist Announced 13:39 Express Passes Change the Game 19:08 Detour: Dance or Untangle Lights 26:01 Teams Struggle at Moana Sailing 33:08 Express Passes Used Back-to-Back 38:53 Thrill Task: Heights Challenge 45:55 Non-Elimination Shock at the Mat 56:00 Superfans Tina & Liz Dominate 01:03:02 Sibling Teams: Sacha & Sébastien Rise 01:11:07 Community Questions and Final Thoughts Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP! Join our Facebook group at robhasawebsite.com/targroup LISTEN! Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed. WATCH! Watch and subscribe to all RHAP podcasts on YouTube SUPPORT! Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 7 · 1 hr 12 min

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Five Recap

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Five Recap Brooke and Brice are joined by Amazing Race 38 fan favorites Izzy & Pagie as they head to Norway to revisit one of the most scenic and strategically important legs of The Amazing Race 29. From the airport scramble and stomach-turning fermented fish to the season’s only Fast Forward and a breathtaking skydive, this leg is packed with unforgettable moments, shifting positions, and plenty of laughs. Together, they break down the strategy, the teamwork, and the decisions that shaped one of the season’s most memorable adventures while Izzy & Pagie share how they would have approached these iconic challenges. Whether you’re reliving the race or watching for the first time, this recap is one you won’t want to miss. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • June 30 · 58 min

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Four Recap

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Four Recap Episode 4 delivers one of the most unforgettable legs of The Amazing Race 29 as Brooke and Brice head to Norway for an episode packed with frustration, resilience, and one iconic ladle that reality TV fans still remember. From navigating demanding Roadblocks and Detours to the pressure of staying alive in the race, the emotions are running high as Brooke relives one of her toughest days on the course. Together, Brooke and Brice revisit the strategy, the stress, the laughs, and the moments that turned this leg into one of the most memorable chapters of the season. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • June 23 · 57 min

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Three Recap

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Three Recap Things heat up in Episode 3 of The Amazing Race 29 as Brooke and Brice travel to Tanzania and Zanzibar for one of the season’s first truly dramatic legs. With the Blind Double U Turn entering the game, tensions building between teams, and strategy starting to outweigh first impressions, the duo revisits the moments that shifted the race and changed team dynamics. Brooke brings her perspective from living it while Brice brings the questions as they unpack the gameplay, personalities, and early signs of who might have what it takes to go the distance. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • June 16 · 55 min

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Two Recap

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Two Recap The Summer Rewatch continues as Brooke and Brice head to Brazil for Episode 2 of The Amazing Race 29 and the race is already getting messy. From airport strategy and handshake deals to early rivalries, challenging detours, and unforgettable roadblock moments, the duo looks back at the episode that started revealing who came to race and who came to make excuses. Plus, Brooke shares behind the scenes insight while the Pit Stop duo breaks down the chaos, communication, and all the moments that had them talking. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • June 9 · 1 hr

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode One Recap

    Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode One Recap The Summer Rewatch officially begins as Brooke and Brice kick off their journey through The Amazing Race Season 29 with Episode 1, where complete strangers meet at the starting line and have just moments to choose a partner before racing around the world. The duo breaks down first impressions, unexpected pairings, early standouts, instant chemistry, questionable decisions, and all the chaos from the season’s unforgettable premiere in Panama. Plus, Brooke revisits this iconic beginning with behind the scenes perspective and plenty of laughs as the Pit Stop Summer Rewatch gets officially underway. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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