The Pride Has Spoken

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 24: Sage Ahrens-Nichols For the season 5 finale of The Pride Has Spoken, Grace Leeder (she/her), Matt Scott (he/him), and Dr. Evvie Jagoda (they/them) are celebrating the queer Survivor community in a big way. This episode features listener stories, updates from some incredible LGBTQIA+ organizations, a reminder about this year’s Pride merch, and a heartfelt conversation with Survivor 49’s Sage Ahrens-Nichols (she/they). Sage joins them to talk about identity, queerness, curiosity, and the relief that can come with finding language for who you are. They share about being themselves in an environment as intense as Survivor, the importance of not making assumptions about other people, and how asking thoughtful, respectful questions can make space for people to feel seen. It is a conversation about authenticity, courage, and the ways honesty can make it easier for someone else to be honest, too. They share messages from listeners responding to this season’s question: What does being LGBTQ+ in the Survivor community mean to you? The answers are funny, emotional, personal, and full of gratitude for the people who have made this community feel like home. As Pride Month comes to a close, the conversation is also a reminder that queer community, care, and celebration matter all year long. 0:00 – Start 1:40 – Rainbow Road2:33 – Ten Oaks Project6:30 – Tez Vlamis, Australian Survivor7:31 – Kim8:31 – Thunderkatz9:28 – Jay10:29 – Interview with Sage begins1:16:55 – Will, Underground Games1:17:55 – Dru Tevis, Food Network1:18:55 – Elliott1:19:56 – Mikaël We want YOU to share your story: What has being LGBTQ+ in the Survivor community meant to you? Please submit your video or audio response by Sunday, June 21st for a chance to be included in an upcoming episode of The Pride Has Spoken. Submit your story here: bit.ly/tphs2026 They also discuss this year’s Pride merch campaign. Profits from merch sales will go toward three LGBTQIA+ charities chosen by the hosts: Rainbow Railroadhttps://www.rainbowrailroad.org/Ten Oaks Projecthttps://www.tenoaksproject.org/Sisters PGHhttps://www.sisterspgh.org/You can find The Pride Has Spoken merch at:http://robhasawebsite.com/storeThe hosts also highlight several other charities and organizations that listeners suggested, including: Our Spot KCLambert HouseKindling CollectiveAli Forney CenterBranching Out AdventuresNAGLY, the North Shore Alliance of LGBTQ+ YouthLGBTQ+ OutdoorsBAGLYQueer History ProjectHITOPS PrincetonZebra YouthOut & EqualSMYALThe Okra ProjectTrinity Place ShelterUs Helping Us Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff, t-shirt, mug, or more at robhasawebsite.com/store. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 22: Myles Kuah This week, Dr. Evvie Jagoda (@EvvieJag), Matt Scott (@MattScottGW), and Grace Leeder (@HiFromGrace) are joined by Australian Survivor winner Myles Kuah for a funny, thoughtful, and wide-ranging conversation about identity, strategy, representation, visibility, and becoming the first openly queer winner of Australian Survivor. Myles reflects on being biracial, bisexual, and “bitribal,” embracing the “jungle rat” nickname, navigating the tension between how he was seen and who he is, and using humor, numbers, authenticity, and a little chaos to turn an underdog story into a winning game.Follow Myles on social media for more. We want YOU to share your story: What has being LGBTQ+ in the Survivor community meant to you? Please submit your video or audio response by Sunday, June 21st for a chance to be included in an upcoming episode of The Pride Has Spoken. Submit your story here: bit.ly/tphs2026 They also discuss this year’s Pride merch campaign. Profits from merch sales will go toward three LGBTQIA+ charities chosen by the hosts: Rainbow Railroadhttps://www.rainbowrailroad.org/Ten Oaks Projecthttps://www.tenoaksproject.org/Sisters PGHhttps://www.sisterspgh.org/You can find The Pride Has Spoken merch at:http://robhasawebsite.com/storeThe hosts also highlight several other charities and organizations that listeners suggested, including: Our Spot KCLambert HouseKindling CollectiveAli Forney CenterBranching Out AdventuresNAGLY, the North Shore Alliance of LGBTQ+ YouthLGBTQ+ OutdoorsBAGLYQueer History ProjectHITOPS PrincetonZebra YouthOut & EqualSMYALThe Okra ProjectTrinity Place ShelterUs Helping Us Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff, t-shirt, mug, or more at robhasawebsite.com/store. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 20: Season Preview The Pride Has Spoken is back for its fifth season! Evvie Jagoda, Matt Scott, and Grace Leeder kick off the 2026 season with an intro episode covering what the show is, what listeners can expect this year, and some hints about what is coming up throughout the month. They also discuss this year’s Pride merch campaign. Profits from merch sales will go toward three LGBTQIA+ charities chosen by the hosts: Rainbow Railroadhttps://www.rainbowrailroad.org/ Ten Oaks Projecthttps://www.tenoaksproject.org/ Sisters PGHhttps://www.sisterspgh.org/ You can find The Pride Has Spoken merch at:http://robhasawebsite.com/store The hosts also highlight several other charities and organizations that listeners suggested, including:Our Spot KCLambert HouseKindling CollectiveAli Forney CenterBranching Out AdventuresNAGLY, the North Shore Alliance of LGBTQ+ YouthLGBTQ+ OutdoorsBAGLYQueer History ProjectHITOPS PrincetonZebra YouthOut & EqualSMYALThe Okra ProjectTrinity Place ShelterUs Helping Us Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff, t-shirt, mug, or more at robhasawebsite.com/store. All proceeds during June will support The Trevor Project. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 19: Parvati Shallow The Pride Has Spoken celebrates LGBTQIA+ contestants on Survivor. Each episode this season, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda), Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw), and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) sit down with LGBTQIA+ players to reflect on their experiences—on the island and beyond. This episode features Survivor legend, Parvati Shallow. Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff, t-shirt, mug, or more at robhasawebsite.com/store. All proceeds during June will support The Trevor Project. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN! Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 18: Katurah Topps and Sabiyah Broderick The Pride Has Spoken celebrates LGBTQIA+ contestants on Survivor. Each episode this season, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda), Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw), and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) sit down with LGBTQIA+ players to reflect on their experiences—on the island and beyond. This episode features Survivor 45 contestants Katurah Topps and Sabiyah Broderick. Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff, t-shirt, mug, or more at robhasawebsite.com/store. All proceeds during June will support The Trevor Project. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN! Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 17: Andy Rueda The Pride Has Spoken celebrates LGBTQIA+ contestants on Survivor. Each episode this season, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda), Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw), and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) sit down with LGBTQIA+ players to reflect on their experiences—on the island and beyond. This episode features Survivor 47 contestant Andy Rueda. Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff, t-shirt, mug, or more at robhasawebsite.com/store. All proceeds during June will support The Trevor Project. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN! Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 16: Teeny Chirichillo The Pride Has Spoken celebrates LGBTQIA+ contestants on Survivor. Each episode this season, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda), Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw), and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) sit down with LGBTQIA+ players to reflect on their experiences—on the island and beyond. This episode features Survivor 47 contestant Teeny Chirichillo (@teenychill). Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff, t-shirt, mug, or more at robhasawebsite.com/store. All proceeds during June will support The Trevor Project. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN! Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 15: Aysha Welch The Pride Has Spoken celebrates LGBTQIA+ contestants on Survivor. Each episode this season, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda), Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw), and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) sit down with LGBTQIA+ players to reflect on their experiences—on the island and beyond. This episode features Survivor 47 contestant and RHAP podcaster Aysha Welch (@AyshaLikeAsia). Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff, t-shirt, mug, or more at robhasawebsite.com/store. All proceeds during June will support The Trevor Project.   Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN! Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 14: Izzy Gleicher The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ contestants on CBS’s Survivor. Each episode this season, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda), Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw) and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) will have conversations with many LGBTQIA+ players to talk about their experiences on the show. This episode features none other than Izzy Gleicher and begins with a welcome message by Brice Izyah! Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff at robhasawebsite.com/pridebuff or a t-shirt at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt. All proceeds will go towards supporting Point of Pride.  Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN! Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 13: Katurah Topps The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ contestants on CBS’s Survivor. Each episode this season, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda), Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw) and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) will have conversations with many LGBTQIA+ players to talk about their experiences on the show. This episode features none other than Katurah Topps (@KaturahTopps) and begins with a welcome message by Sabiyah Broderick (@_thesoularpapi). Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff at robhasawebsite.com/pridebuff or a t-shirt at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt. All proceeds will go towards supporting Point of Pride.  Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN! Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 12: Kellie Nalbandian The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ contestants on CBS’s Survivor. Each episode this season, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda), Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw) and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) will have conversations with many LGBTQIA+ players to talk about their experiences on the show. This episode features none other than Kellie Nalbandian (@kellienalb) and begins with Survivor 41 Winner, Erika Casupanan. Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff at robhasawebsite.com/pridebuff or a t-shirt at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt. All proceeds will go towards supporting Point of Pride.  Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN! Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 11: Deshawn Radden The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ contestants on CBS’s Survivor. Each episode this season, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda), Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw) and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) will have conversations with many LGBTQIA+ players to talk about their experiences on the show. This episode features none other than Deshawn Radden (@deshawnradden) and begins with a message by Romeo Escobar (@romeoesco). Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff at robhasawebsite.com/pridebuff or a t-shirt at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt. All proceeds will go towards supporting Point of Pride.  Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN! Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 10: Yam Yam Arocho The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ contestants on CBS’s Survivor. Each episode this season, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda), Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw) and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) will have conversations with many LGBTQIA+ players to talk about their experiences on the show. This episode features none other than Yam Yam Arocho (@yamilpr) and begins with a message by Frannie Marin (@hailthevail). Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment. Order a #ThePrideHasSpoken buff at robhasawebsite.com/pridebuff or a t-shirt at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt. All proceeds will go towards supporting Point of Pride.  Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive coverage! LISTEN! Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken 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!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 9: Todd Herzog The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ Survivors. Each episode this season, Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw) and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) will have conversations with LGBTQIA+ Survivors to talk about their experiences on the show. Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda) will join them each episode to reflect on the series, and topics at hand as it relates to Survivor and LGBTQIA+ representation. This episode features none other than Todd Herzog (@toddspopshop @toddherzog), winner of Survivor: China! Get your #ThePrideHasSpoken merch at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt  

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 8: Missy Byrd The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ Survivors. Each episode this season, Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw) and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) will have conversations with LGBTQIA+ Survivors to talk about their experiences on the show. Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda) will join them each episode to reflect on the series, and topics at hand as it relates to Survivor and LGBTQIA+ representation. This episode features, from Survivor: Island of the Idols, Missy Byrd! Get your #ThePrideHasSpoken merch at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 7: Hai Giang The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ Survivors. Each episode this season, Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw) and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) will have conversations with LGBTQIA+ Survivors to talk about their experiences on the show. Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda) will join them each episode to reflect on the series, and topics at hand as it relates to Survivor and LGBTQIA+ representation. This episode features, from Survivor 42, Hai Giang (@GiangyHai on Twitter and @AreYouHai on Instagram)! Get your #ThePrideHasSpoken merch at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt!

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 6: Karla Cruz Godoy The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ Survivors. Each episode this season, Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw) and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) will have conversations with LGBTQIA+ Survivors to talk about their experiences on the show. Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda) will join them each episode to reflect on the series, and topics at hand as it relates to Survivor and LGBTQIA+ representation. This episode features none other than Karla Cruz Godoy, M.Ed. from Survivor 43 (@karlacruzgodoy on Twitter and @yasqueer on Instagram). Get your #ThePrideHasSpoken merch at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt!

The Pride Has Spoken | A Conversation About LGBTQ+ Rights Grace Leeder, Evvie Jagoda, Matt Scott and Brooklyn Zed get together to chat about the recent wave of anti-trans and queer legislation in the United States, including Bill 150, which David vs. Goliath winner Nick Wilson voted to pass. Follow your hosts on Twitter: Grace Leeder @hifromGrace Matt Scott @MattScottGW Evvie Jagoda @EvvieJagoda Brooklyn Zed @HardRockHope Donate: https://www.fairness.org/donate/ Subscribe to The Pride Has Spoken and check out our previous episodes featuring interviews with LGBTQ+ Survivor players Purchase a Pride Has Spoken shirt on our merch shop!    

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 5: Ricard Foye The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ Survivors. Each episode, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda) will have conversations with LGBTQIA+ Survivors to talk about their experience on the show. We will also hear from RHAP podcasters along the way. This episode, Evvie chats with Ricard (@RicardFoye) from Survivor: 41. We also hear from many other LGBTQIA+ Survivor players! Get your #ThePrideHasSpoken merch at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt. All proceeds will go to support Gender Bender, an organization that provides advocacy, education and support for trans and gender non-conforming people in the Southern United States. You can find more information here: https://genderbenders.org/

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 4: RHAP Podcasters The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ Survivors. Each episode, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda) will have conversations with LGBTQIA+ Survivors to talk about their experience on the show. We will also hear from RHAP podcasters along the way. This episode, Matt (he/him; @mattscottgw) and Grace (she/her; @hifromgrace) chat with several RHAP podcasters who identify as LGBTQIA+. The panel has a great discussion about why Survivor is important to us and we celebrate many Survivors along the way. Guests on the panel include: Aaron, Ariel, April, Felipe and Naomi! In addition, we’ll hear from some podcasters who weren’t able to attend the live panel. Get your #ThePrideHasSpoken merch at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt. All proceeds will go to support Gender Bender, an organization that provides advocacy, education and support for trans and gender non-conforming people in the Southern United States. You can find more information here: https://genderbenders.org/

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 3: Ami Cusack & Tai Trang The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ Survivors. Each episode, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda) will have conversations with LGBTQIA+ Survivors to talk about their experience on the show. We will also hear from RHAP podcasters along the way. This episode, Evvie chats with Ami Cusack from Vanuatu and Micronesia and Tai Trang from Kaoh Rong and Game Changers. Get your #ThePrideHasSpoken merch at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt. All proceeds will go to support Gender Bender, an organization that provides advocacy, education and support for trans and gender non-conforming people in the Southern United States. You can find more information here: https://genderbenders.org/

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 2: Zeke Smith & Lyrsa Torres The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ Survivors. Each episode, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda) will have conversations with LGBTQIA+ Survivors to talk about their experience on the show. We will also hear from RHAP podcasters along the way. This episode, Evvie chats with Zeke Smith (@zekerchief) from Survivor: Millennials vs. Gen X and Lyrsa Torres (@Lyrsa) from Survivor: David vs. Goliath. Get your #ThePrideHasSpoken merch at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt. All proceeds will go to support Gender Bender, an organization that provides advocacy, education and support for trans and gender non-conforming people in the Southern United States. You can find more information here: https://genderbenders.org/

The Pride Has Spoken | Episode 1: Brice Izyah The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ Survivors. Each episode, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda) will have conversations with LGBTQIA+ Survivors to talk about their experience on the show. We will also hear from RHAP podcasters along the way. This episode, Grace Leeder (@hifromgrace) and Matt Scott (@mattscottgw) talk about how the podcast series came about and why there is such a vast community of LGBTQIA+ Survivor fans. Then, Evvie chats with the Purple Pants Badass Brice Izyah (@BriceIzyah). Get your #ThePrideHasSpoken merch at robhasawebsite.com/prideshirt. All proceeds will go to support Gender Bender, an organization that provides advocacy, education and support for trans and gender non-conforming people in the Southern United States. You can find more information here: https://genderbenders.org/