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Why ___ Lost: Survivor 47 Ep 2 In his final words, ___ said his tribe voted him out because they didn’t value winning. Obviously that wasn’t the reason, but it highlights that being strong in challenges usually helps keep a player around in this early stage, so how did he overcome that advantage? He said coming into the game that his social game would be his superpower, but did it turn out to be his kryptonite? Special returning guest Lindsay Carmine joins David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis to figure out what went wrong for him. At RHAP, we know Survivor, and we know Why __ Lost. LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor 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!

Purple Pants Podcast | Strategic Showdowns and Early Chaos The baby boys are back with your weekly Survivor News! Host @BriceIzyah teams up with Survivor: Ghost Island champ @WendellHolland and @JackAtkins21 from Netflix’s The Circle for an epic recap of Episode 2. This week, the castaways face intense idol hunts and a brutal immunity challenge, with Rome and Sam snagging idols early on. As alliances are tested and tempers flare at Tribal, you won’t want to miss how it all shakes out. Tune in for a breakdown of every twist and turn as the competition heats up! You can also watch along on Brice Izyah’s YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g 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! Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed: Purple Pants Podcast Archives

Survivor 44 | Why ___ Lost Episode 3 Some people have claimed that Claire didn’t even play Survivor because she sat out of all three immunity challenges. But challenges are not Survivor and Claire certainly did play the game. It was also suggested that sitting was the reason she was voted out, but that doesn’t cover the situation either. David Bloomberg and Jessica Lewis agree with what Frannie said on the show, that this vote was a lot more complicated. Indeed, that’s why they’re here – to go past the seemingly obvious that was used as an excuse and get to the true heart of the matter as they figure out Why Claire Lost.

Survivor Tocantins Episode 12 | Why __ Lost RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Coach was probably the most melodramatic player in Survivor history, and this week’s journey through time takes David and special guest Sarah Carradine back to the vote against him in Tocantins. They discuss Coach’s unique view of the game and why it could never be a winning strategy, plus they take a trip down memory lane for so many of the other great (and not-so-great) Coach moments, including information from when David interviewed him at the time. Coach thought his Warrior Alliance would take him to the very end. Why did that damn evil wizard Stephen turn on him? How did Coach make it so far and why couldn’t he get to the end? Where could he possibly have gone wrong? It’s time to once again figure out Why Coach Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas play a series of segments and games around Episode 12 of Survivor: Tocantins. This week’s charity shoutout is Big Brother Canada’s Adel Elseri’s GoFundMe to support the families of first responders who were killed in the tragic explosions in Beirut last week. Click here to make a donation to help those affected by this tragedy.

Survivor B&B with Mike Bloom & Liana Boraas | Season 7 Episode 11 Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas are joined by RHAP Class of 2020 members Kevin McClain and Nigel Bocanegra to play a series of segments and games around Episode 11 of Survivor: Pearl Islands. This week’s charity shoutout is The Trevor Project, which focuses on suicide prevention efforts among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth. Click here to make a monthly or one-time donation.

Survivor Heroes vs Villains Episode 10 | Why __ Lost RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned David and Jessica look back at Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains and the vote where J.T. was sent packing thanks to his own idol. What lots of people remember was the stupidity of giving away his idol to Russell. But what was behind that decision and why did the Villains target him, in particular? It’s time to dig deeper into the move and everything that led up to it, including David’s own interview with J.T. at the time, as they figure out at Why JT Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor B&B with Mike Bloom & Liana Boraas | Season 20 Episode 10 Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas play a series of segments and games around the merge episode of Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains. This week’s charity shoutout is the National Resources Defense Council, which uses the expertise of some 700 scientists, lawyers, and advocates to confront our planet’s most pressing problems. Click here to make a donation and sign up for the NRDC’s email list.

Survivor Micronesia Episode 9 | Why __ Lost RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned David and Jessica look back at Survivor: Micronesia and the vote against Eliza Orlins in the infamous effing stick episode. In this episode, there was little doubt who was getting booted. The question is what happened to put Eliza into this position. How much of her fate was due to bad luck and how much was related to her strategic attempts, personality, or threat level from her first appearance? Was there more she could’ve done to change it? Could she have done anything with that stick?! It’s time to once again figure out Why Eliza Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor B&B with Mike Bloom & Liana Boraas | Season 16 Episode 9 Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas play a series of segments and games around the merge episode of Survivor: Micronesia. This week’s charity shoutout is Campaign Zero, which works to curb police violence in America through a plan of 10 proposed items. Go to joincampaignzero.org to find out more and make a monthly or one-time donation.

Survivor Philippines Episode 8 | Why __ Lost RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned David and Jessica look back at Survivor: Philippines and the vote against former baseball player Jeff Kent, who swung for the fences but ended up striking out. The official CBS episode description says this was “one of the most complicated and entertaining Tribal Councils ever.” Does that mean it was a live Tribal Council, or was everything carried out like it had been previously set? How did Jeff go from the guy making the plans to becoming the main target? Where did he go wrong? It’s time to figure out Why Jeff Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor B&B with Mike Bloom & Liana Boraas | Season 25 Episode 8 Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas play a series of segments and games around episode 8 of Survivor: Philippines. This week’s charity shoutout is Survivor’s initiative this past spring to support research and treatment for ALS. Every donation made is split amongst The ALS Association, The Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS, and Compassionate Care ALS. Go to alsa.org/survivor to find out more information and make a monthly or one-time donation.

Survivor Cayagan Episode 7 | Why __ Lost RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned This week David and Jessica look back at Survivor: Cagayan and the first appearance of Sarah Lacina. In her final words, Sarah said, “I don’t know why Kass flipped,” but she really should have because in many ways she was the cause of Kass flipping. At the same time she turned her Cops R Us partner Tony against her. How did she go from such a great position to a snuffed torch in just one episode? Before she could fix problems with her gameplay in order to win Game Changers and come so close in Winners At War, she made a number of mistakes. Join in this journey back in time to figure out Why Sarah Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor B&B with Mike Bloom & Liana Boraas | Season 28 Episode 7 Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome “This Week in Survivor” co-host Jordan Kalish to play a series of segments and games around the merge episode of Survivor: Cagayan. This week’s charity shoutout is the Calvary Fund of Calvary Hospital, which helps support a wide range of programs such as bereavement counseling for adults, teens, and young children, wellness programs for family and friends of our patients, community education, and more. Find out more at https://fund.calvaryhospital.org/.

Survivor China Episode 5 | Why __ Lost RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned David and Jessica are looking back at Survivor: Cook Islands and a double-Tribal Council. It might not have been immediately obvious, but Cao Boi and Cristina had a lot of similarities. They both behaved in ways that annoyed their tribemates, and both came into the game not planning to play strategically. How did these commonalities get such different reactions in their tribes, but still end up in the same conclusion for each? What should they have done differently? David once again dives into his archives for information from his interviews and more as he and Jessica figure out Why Cao Boi and Cristina Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor B&B with Mike Bloom & Liana Boraas | Season 13 Episode 6 Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas play a series of segments and games around the sixth episode of Survivor: Cook Islands. This week’s charity shoutout is Black Girls Code, which aims to increase the number of women of color in the digital space and STEM fields. Find out more at blackgirlscode.com.

Survivor China Episode 5 | Why __ Lost RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned This week David and Jessica are looking back at Survivor: China and an episode that many people felt epitomized a player being swap-screwed. But were there good reasons Aaron was targeted that were within his own control? Were there actions he took or failed to take that could have changed the outcome in his favor? David is once again able to use the information he gathered many years ago, including his own interview with Aaron, to fill in a lot of the details. We’ll see whether there really was an inevitable result and figure out Why Aaron Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor B&B with Mike Bloom & Liana Boraas | Season 15 Episode 5 with Ali Lasher Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Ali Lasher to celebrate their 100th (we think) episode of the B&B and play a series of segments and games around the fifth episode of Survivor: China. This week’s charity shoutouts are: Detroit Justice Center Brennan Center for Justice ACLU PLAY THE B&B DRINKING GAME: Pick a group of rules and take a drink of your beverage of choice any time the following happens. ALI’S RULES -Someone makes fun of how stupid something is -Pooya or Angela is mentioned -A pun is made -A game has a joke answer choice -An innuendo is made -Mike’s Survivor tattoo is mentioned -Mike or Liana makes a weird confession about their childhood -Mike or Liana is momentarily speechless at something the other one says -Someone does a Survivor impersonation LIANA’S RULES -Mike laughs maniacally -Mike makes a pun -Ali says, “We been knew” -Ali says something self-deprecating -Someone tells a weird story -Someone makes a genitalia joke -Someone mentions the numbers 69 or 420 -Someone says a “white person phrase” (Okey dokey?, Bucko?, Son of a gun?, Hold your horses?, Ready Freddy, Let’s skedaddle, It has a bit of a kick to it ?, I’m just gonna sneak right past you?, Fancy meeting you here?, See you next year, Me three, and Uh oh spaghettios) MIKE’S RULES -Liana gets an answer right -Mike gets an answer wrong -Boston Rob is mentioned -Ali says something self-deprecating -Someone tells a weird story from their childhood -The number 420 or 69 is mentioned -Someone thirsts after a Survivor contestant -Liana blames Mike for a game

Survivor San Juan Del Sur Episode 4 | Why __ Lost RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned David and Jessica once again went back in time, this week to San Juan Del Sur and a Survivor episode that featured the self-destruction of Drew Christy. There are many questions about why Drew was voted out – was it because he was delusional? Oblivious? Overconfident? Arrogant? Of course, he thought he was basically a badass, but that was definitely not the case. Even though the reasons for the vote against Drew aren’t exactly huge mysteries, there are some important lessons to be learned and plenty of fun to be had, mostly at his expense. Plus, he broke so many of David’s rules, they need to figure out which caused the most problems. It’s time to take a look at Why Drew Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor B&B with Mike Bloom & Liana Boraas | Season 29 Episode 4 Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas play a series of segments and games around the fourth episode of Survivor: San Juan Del Sur. This week’s charity shoutout is the Marsha P. Johnson Institute. Find out more and donate at marshap.org/donate.

Survivor Marquesas Episode 3 | Why __ Lost RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Hunter came into the game with all the tools he would need if he were ever stranded on a deserted island. But this island wasn’t quite deserted, as he had to get along with his fellow tribemates. David and Jessica look back at his situation and put it into both the context of both today and at the time. Where did he go wrong? Was he right to call the others “knuckleheads” or was he just not playing the right game? And why is David having such a disagreement with his younger self? It’s time to not just figure out, but completely re-evaluate, Why Hunter Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor B&B with Mike Bloom & Liana Boraas | Season 4 Episode 3 Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas are joined by Akiva Wienerkur to play a series of segments and games around the third episode of Survivor: Marquesas. Black lives matter. If you can afford to, consider donating: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ms_blm_homepage_2019 https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd https://secure.everyaction.com/zae4prEeKESHBy0MKXTIcQ2 https://secure.actblue.com/donate/naacp-1 https://www.aclu-mn.org/en/donate To learn more about what you can do to end police brutality: https://www.joincampaignzero.org/#vision For podcasts hosted by black creators: https://bellocollective.com/16-podcasts-that-confront-racism-in-america-f8f69baf529d https://www.marieclaire.com/culture/g32737377/podcasts-featuring-black-voices/ For Brice Izyah’s reflections on this week’s events, listen to the latest Purple Pants Podcast: https://robhasawebsite.com/purple-pants-podcast-intimacy-episode-42/

Survivor B&B with Mike Bloom & Liana Boraas | Season 2 Episode 2 Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas play a series of segments and games around the second episode of Survivor: The Australian Outback. Black lives matter. If you can afford to, consider donating: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ms_blm_homepage_2019 https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd https://secure.everyaction.com/zae4prEeKESHBy0MKXTIcQ2 https://secure.actblue.com/donate/naacp-1 https://www.aclu-mn.org/en/donate To learn more about what you can do to end police brutality: https://www.joincampaignzero.org/#vision For podcasts hosted by black creators: https://bellocollective.com/16-podcasts-that-confront-racism-in-america-f8f69baf529d https://www.marieclaire.com/culture/g32737377/podcasts-featuring-black-voices/ For Brice Izyah’s reflections on this week’s events, listen to the latest Purple Pants Podcast: https://robhasawebsite.com/purple-pants-podcast-intimacy-episode-42/

Survivor Australian Outback Episode 2 | Why __ Lost RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Kel came into Survivor: The Australian Outback from the military and had studied the first season so he believed he was ready for the game. But clearly something was missing. David and Jessica have a heated debate about beef jerky and look at the whole situation to see if those accusations were the only reason he was voted out or there was more to it. And David delves into his old articles and interviews to add some information about Kel both in the game and what he did in the several years after it. It’s time to explain Why Kel Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor Borneo Premiere | Why __ Lost RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Twenty years ago, Survivor aired its first episode and we said goodbye to the first person ever voted out. David’s Survivor rules weren’t written yet, but he and Jessica go back in time to look at Sonja’s game using all the information available to them, including David’s highlighted copy of Mark Burnett’s book. Was it simply the first case of voting out the older woman? Or was there more to it than that? After 20 years, it’s finally time to figure out Why Sonja Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor B&B with Mike Bloom & Liana Boraas | Season 1 Premiere with Shannon Guss Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Survivor Global host Shannon Guss to play a series of segments and games around the premiere episode of Survivor: Borneo.

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Q&A RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Survivor: Winners At War may be over but David and Jessica are back once again for a special Why ___ Lost Postseason Q&A Show! They answer listener questions about various aspects of game play from Winners At War, how the players improved (or didn’t) since their previous seasons, what people could’ve done differently, how David’s rules came into play at several points throughout the season, whether Tony is the greatest of all time, and much more! To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor 40 | Why __ Won Episode FINALE RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned David and Jessica are here with their Survivor finale podcast! Tony came into this season almost universally expected to go out early as a big threat, yet he didn’t receive a single vote against him the whole season. How did he do it? What did other players think of his game? And how did the other members of the final six do in their own attempts to come up with the $2 million prize? It’s time to figure out Why Tony Won, Why Michele, Sarah, Ben, and Denise Lost, and Why Natalie Lost Again. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Gabby Pascuzzi from Survivor: David vs. Goliath to play a series of segments and games around the finale of Survivor: Winners at War. View the “Guess Who” Board for Survivor: Winners at War

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Episode 13 RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Jeremy and Nick played different games but had a lot of overlapping similarities, a big part of which was named Tony. Why did both of them fall prey to him? What did they each do that contributed to him turning on them? David and Jessica discuss both of their games in light of what’s gone on this entire season, and look ahead to predict what will happen in the finale as they figure out Why Jeremy and Nick Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Liana Boraas and guest host Pooya Zand Vakili are joined by Jenny Autumn and Phil T to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Winners at War. If you have any suggestions for games or feedback for the B&B, feel free to reach out to us on social media or email rhapbnb [at] gmail [dot] com. We look forward to hopefully another fun season!

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Episode 12 RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned David and Jessica are back to look at what happened to Kim this week, with David diving deep into his old articles to find some interesting connections to this season. What did Kim do differently this week that drew attention to herself? Did she lose because of peanut butter and cookies? Or is there more to it than that? It’s time to figure out Why Kim Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Lauren Ashley Beck from Survivor: Island of the Idols to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Winners at War.

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Episode 11 RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Sophie was David’s preseason winner pick and came into the game viewed as somebody who wasn’t a flashy player or a huge threat. What changed as the game went on and why did she become Tony’s target? Is there anything she could have done about it? Or was it all the fault of the Swing of Death? It’s time for David and Jessica to figure out Why Sophie Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome actor, comedian, and author of “The Astonishing Life of August March,” Aaron Jackson to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Winners at War.

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Lauren O’Connell from Survivor: Edge of Extinction to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Winners at War.

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Episode 10 RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned David and Jessica already talked about Tyson once, but since he returned and was voted out again, it’s time to take another look. Since returning to the game, Tyson was able to dodge the spotlight and stick around for a little while. He would’ve made it longer if Jeremy hadn’t vamoosed from Tribal Council. So what made Tyson the next choice? What could he have done about it, if anything? It’s time to figure out Why Tyson Lost Again. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Episode 9 RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Adam was playing the game hard since the moment he got onto the island. He’s been fun to watch, but that doesn’t generally get you further into the game – if anything, it can often have the reverse effect. Is that what happened to Adam? Or is the story more complicated? Jessica played closely with Adam in Millennials vs. Gen X, but now it’s time for her to turn the tables to analyze him along with David as they figure out Why Adam Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome the Washington Post’s Dave Jorgenson to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Winners at War.

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Episode 8 RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Wendell came into Survivor with a reputation for having a great social game. The last few episodes have tried to suggest otherwise. But was that the reason he got the boot, or was it something entirely different? David and Jessica examine that plus the Yul vote, his connections to Jeremy and Nick, and much more – plus discussions of Tyson’s return and Adam’s game play – as they figure out Why Wendell Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Kirsten MacInnis to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Winners at War.

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Episode 7 RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Many people were excited to see Yul return to Survivor, but the question was always whether the other players would be less excited and more worried about him. He did very well in the early goings, so what changed? David and Jessica are back on video again to discuss why Yul couldn’t continue to dodge the target, and they also have bonus coverage of what they thought about Sandra leaving the Edge of Extinction! It’s time to figure out Why Yul Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Survivor YouTubers Peridiam and Once Upon an Island to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Winners at War. Subscribe to Peridiam’s YouTube channel Subscribe to Once Upon an Island’s YouTube channel “Idol Chatter” Game Gallery

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Episode 6 RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Survivor lost two huge players in one episode, for some very different reasons. It may seem obvious where Sandra went wrong, but what was behind the actions she took? And could Parvati have done anything differently to stick around longer? David and Jessica talk through every aspect of every decision both players made as they figure out Why Parvati & Sandra Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome actress, writer, and comedian Nicole Drespel to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Winners at War.

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Episode 5 RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Rob came into the game with a target as big as his statue. In some ways, it’s surprising that it took this long for him to get voted out. How did he survive as long as he did? What could he have done differently to keep him around longer? David and Jessica discuss everything about his game as they figure out Why Rob Lost. To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Ali Lasher to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Winners at War. Check out our travel deals! robhasawebsite.com/travel

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Episode 4 RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned Tyson came into the game thinking he wouldn’t be perceived as a threat, but the target was on him from the very beginning. It looked like he was making progress but with essentially a unanimous vote against him, that clearly wasn’t the case. Why did things go so wrong? Was there anything he could have done differently? David and Jessica look at all the available information in order to figure out Why Tyson Lost. Traveling in the near future?:  Check out RHAP Travel Offers! To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome RHAP podcaster and blogger Matt Liguori to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Winners at War. Check out our travel deals! robhasawebsite.com/travel

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Episode 3 RHAPup with David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Each week this season on our Survivor Podcast, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis will talk about why each voted out player “lost the game”. For more on David’s Survivor rules check out his most recent update… What Island of the Idols Survivors Should Have Learned We have another special edition of Why ___ Lost this week, as David and Jessica make their first foray into video! And David brought props! We didn’t see a lot of explanation on Survivor for why the decision was made to vote out Ethan. But that’s why this podcast is all about pulling together the various threads to get a good answer. While it may have seemed strange to vote out Ethan, there are actually some pretty understandable reasons when you look at how everyone is playing. Find out what they are as David and Jessica determine Why Ethan Lost. Traveling in the near future?:  Check out RHAP Travel Offers! To review the short version of David’s Rules, here is the quick version: Rule 1: Scheme and Plot Rule 2: But Don’t Scheme and Plot Too Much/Keep Your Scheming Secret/Don’t Backstab Until You Absolutely Need To Rule 3: Be Flexible! Rule 4: Don’t Let Your Emotions Control You Rule 5: Pretend To Be Nice/Play the Social Game (and Keep Your Politics and Controversial Beliefs To Yourself) Rule 6: Don’t Be Too Much of a Threat Rule 7: Know How to Deal with Idols and Advantages Appendix A: Make Your Votes Count – Keep in Mind Your End Goal Appendix B: The Jury Phase —— You can also get the poster version of these rules drawn by Erik Reichenbach right here! (Click on poster)   Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–