The Pod Has Spoken

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The Pod Has Spoken with Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee is your go-to destination for all things 'Survivor.' Each week, Tyson and Riley break down the latest episode of 'Survivor 51', with special guests all season long. Plus, their exit interviews with each week's boot! Their behind-the-scenes perspective will make you feel like you're sitting in on the tribal council yourself.

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Thursday · 43 min
‘Survivor 51’ Episode 3 Exit Interview!
Can an infection take you off the island? Today, Tyson and Riley talk to the third boot and the first medevac of ‘Survivor 51’. They discuss infections on the island, take a look behind the scenes at nicknames, and try to understand the alliance split within the Toka tribe. 00:00 - Welcome! 00:46 - Rob joins us! 12:21 - Patt joins us! 32:57 - Afterthoughts 38:55 - Moments we missed 41:26 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Rob Antonson & Patt Cannaday Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thursday · 1 hr 39 min
Recapping ‘Survivor 51’ Episode 3 With Ethan!
How powerful is honesty in the open era? Tyson and Riley are joined by friend of the pod and legendary player Ethan Zohn to recap and react to the third episode of ‘Survivor 51.’ They talk about the surprising medevac, the impact that the mutiny twist had on alliances, and the push for “weaponized honesty” among players. Check out Ethan’s merch at https://www.ethanzohn.com/ 00:00 - Welcome! 03:02 - “What I’m Smellin’ Is Stinky” 21:49 - The tribe visits 49:03 - Reward/Immunity challenge 56:04 - Pre-tribal scramble 1:06:21 - Tribal council 1:16:13 - Riley’s superlatives 1:34:48 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Ethan Zohn Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for pictures: CBS/Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
October 1 · 35 min
'Survivor 51’ Episode 2 Exit Interview!
Did beach crabs outplay our islanders? Today, Tyson and Riley talk to the second boot of ‘Survivor 51’. They discuss the confusion surrounding last night's tribal council, the role crabs played in their alliance, and behind-the-scene moments that had the hosts gasping. Then, they end the show discussing moments and highlights that were missed on yesterday’s coverage. 00:00 - Welcome! 00:49 - Ana joins us! 14:39 - Afterthoughts 17:10 - Moments we missed 27:38 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Ana Sani Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
October 1 · 1 hr 19 min
Recapping ‘Survivor 51’ Episode 2 With Coach!
Can you stay together if you don’t vote together? Tyson and Riley are joined by the legendary Dragon Slayer, a.k.a. Coach, to recap and react to the second episode of ‘Survivor 51.’ They break down Rhode Island Rob’s master(fully unsuccessful) plan, share their experiences getting hurt on the island, and decide whether the Fijian crabs are the sneakiest players this season. 00:00 - Welcome! 05:10 - “Weaponized Honesty” 19:39 - Reward challenge 23:11 - Back at camp 28:41 - Immunity challenge 34:52 - Pre-Tribal scramble 50:14 - Tribal council 1:02:00 - Riley’s superlatives 1:14:30 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Benjamin “Coach” Wade Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for pictures: CBS/Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 24 · 36 sec
Welcome to the Pod Has Spoken!
Welcome islanders to The Pod Has Spoken, a Ringer and Spotify 'Survivor' podcast hosted by Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee with production from Ashleigh Smith! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 24 · 26 min
‘Survivor 51’ Episode 1 Exit Interview!
The first boot of the Open Era! Today, Tyson and Riley talk to the first boot of ‘Survivor 51’. They discuss her experience being marooned with her castmates, being the first boot of the season, and much more! 00:00 - Welcome! 01:07 - Aaliyah joins us! 11:16 - Afterthoughts Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Aaliyah Puglia Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 24 · 2 hr
Jumping Into the Open Era with the ‘Survivor 51’ Premiere!
Are we starting the Open Era with a marooning? Tyson and Riley bring in the new season by reacting to the return of marooning and Exile Island, analyzing the dynamics of the newly formed tribes, and attempting to predict the twists and turns of the Open Era. Then, they give their winner picks and predict next boots while factoring in the “permanent uncertainty” of this new season. 00:00 - Welcome! 00:53 - “Permanent Uncertainty” 25:17 - Haggling for supplies 31:23 - The return of exile island 41:18 - The new tribes 58:29 - The first challenge of the season 1:17:08 - The first pre-tribal scramble of the season 1:25:23 - The first tribal council of the season 1:38:08 - Quick thoughts 1:43:39 - Riley’s superlatives 1:57:07 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for pictures: CBS/Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 17 · 2 hr 16 min
‘Survivor’ Season 51 Cast Analysis with Sharon Tharp!
Are you ready for the open era?! Tyson and Riley are back for the new season of ‘Survivor,’ and today they are joined by entertainment journalist and host of The Exclusive, Sharon Tharp, to break down the new islanders. They analyze possible favorites, talk about the correlation between new ‘Survivor’ players and ‘Big Brother’ players, and predict the future tribe dynamics for the twist-filled season. And stay tuned for our coverage of ‘Survivor 51’ as we officially discover the new “open era”! 00:00 - Welcome! 07:54 - Lewis Kelly 17:17 - Carter Krull 21:38 - Danny “Kilby” Kilby 28:56 - Sharonda Cox 34:56 - Mike Pinsky 42:01 - Linnea Capobianco 49:03 - Aaliyah Puglia 54:59 - Brady Booker 1:02:43 - Rob Antonson 1:08:23 - Eric Macksoud 1:12:45 - Cristian Chávez 1:18:26 - Kristin Flickinger 1:22:14 - Angelica “Jelly” Loblack 1:26:36 - Alexis Levine 1:32:06 - Jenna Doore 1:37:48 - Devin Way 1:44:39 - Ana Sani 1:48:06 - An “Thien An” Nguyen 1:54:52 - Maggie Nestor 1:59:46 - Ori Jean-Charles 02:05:13 - Patt Cannaday 02:07:22 - Fans on the island? 02:08:10 - Riley’s Reads 02:12:21 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Sharon Tharp Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for pictures: CBS/Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 25 · 4 min
A ‘Survivor 51’ Special Announcement! | The Pod Has Spoken
‘Survivor 51’ is almost here! Tyson and Riley are pumped to get back into the world of ‘Survivor’ as they bring you a special announcement from CBS that you do not want to miss. Checkout the official CBS ‘Survivor’ YouTube Wednesday, August 26th at 1:00 PM ET/10:00 AM PT, for a live look at the upcoming season. And stay tuned for our coverage of ‘Survivor 51’ as we discover the new “Open Era”! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for All Pictures: Getty, Robert Voets/CBS SurvivorOnCBS https://www.youtube.com/@survivor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 25 · 1 hr 38 min
Survivor’ Season 50 Wrap-Up With Ethan! | The Pod Has Spoken
Time to wrap it up! Tyson and Riley are back and joined by podcast bestie Ethan to give their final thoughts on the eventful ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They talk about their experience on the ‘Survivor’ red carpet, their thoughts on the ‘Survivor 51’ preview, and whether the “open era” will take off. Then, they chime in on ideas for future seasons, go over their favorite and least favorite twists of this season, and dive into the true driver of this season: the fan vote. Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Ethan Zohn Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for All Pictures: Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 22 · 1 hr 42 min
‘Survivor 50’ Final Five Exit Interviews! | The Pod Has Spoken
Did your winner pick make it? Tyson and Riley break down the wild ‘Survivor 50’ finale and live reunion with this season’s final five. Aubry talks about winning it all and driving off with a new car, Jonathan explains the strategy behind his returning game, and Joe relives the crowd’s explosive live reaction. Plus, Rizo gets advice for his next ‘Survivor’ chapter, and Tiffany reveals what she thinks could’ve changed the outcome of her stay on the island. 00:00 - Welcome! 00:58 - Aubry joins us! 17:34 - Jonathan joins us! 33:53 - Joe joins us! 44:30 - Rizo joins us! 58:14 - Tiffany joins us! 1:13:09 - Afterthoughts 1:35:32 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guests: Aubry Bracco, Jonathan Young, Joe Hunter, Rizo Velovic, and Tiffany Ervin Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for All Pictures: Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 21 · 1 hr 50 min
‘Survivor 50’ Live Finale and Reunion Reactions! | The Pod Has Spoken
Did you vote for fire? Tyson, Riley, and Ashleigh give their reactions to the exciting finale of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They talk about their experience watching the finale in person, the slipups from the evening, and their theories on the voting results. Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Producer: Ashleigh Smith Video Engineer: Chris Thomas Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for all pictures: Getty Images, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 18 · 1 hr 6 min
‘Survivor 50’ Finale Preview: Winner Predictions With JC! | The Pod Has Spoken
Who will be the Sole Survivor? Tyson and Riley bring you a special episode with writer, producer, and podcast host Jason Concepcion to prepare for the exciting finale of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They analyze the final five and each contestant’s chances of winning. Then, they give their predictions for the best collection of players for the final tribal council. 00:00 - Welcome! 08:02 - Rizo’s chances 19:03 - Joe’s chances 27:32 - Aubry’s chances 36:59 - Tiffany’s chances 44:09 - Jonathan’s chances 56:57 - Riley’s superlatives 1:01:42 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Jason Concepcion Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for All Pictures: Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 14 · 46 min
‘Survivor 50’ Episode 12 Exit Interviews! | The Pod Has Spoken
What was the code word? Tyson and Riley sit down with the eighth and ninth members of the ‘Survivor 50’ jury, Devens and Cirie. They start with Devens and ask about the fun he had playing this season and his relationship with Joe during the game. Then, they give Cirie her flowers before asking her about the worst liars on the beach and whether this chapter of her ‘Survivor’ story is officially closed. 00:00 - Welcome! 00:55 - Devens joins us! 17:00 - Cirie joins us! 35:23 - Afterthoughts Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guests: Rick Devens and Cirie Fields Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources for All Pictures: Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 14 · 1 hr 37 min
Recapping ‘Survivor 50’ Episode 12! | The Pod Has Spoken
Who do you think will win ‘Survivor 50?’ Tyson and Riley are joined by Julie, a contestant from ‘Survivor: Edge of Extinction,’ to recap the penultimate episode of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They attempt to understand the double-elimination process and give flowers to the legendary boots. Then they give their predictions on the finale, including who they think will be the final three and whether fire will make an appearance. 00:00 - Welcome! 02:16 - “Inconceivable” 26:51 - First immunity challenge 32:38 - First pre-tribal scramble 38:54 - First tribal council 45:15 - Back at the tribe 55:21 - Second immunity challenge 1:05:11 - Second pre-tribal scramble 1:11:44 - Second tribal council 1:24:50 - Riley’s superlatives 1:33:22 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Julie Rosenberg Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures: Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 7 · 52 min
‘Survivor 50’ Episode 11 Exit Interviews! | The Pod Has Spoken
What’s it like bringing an idol home? Tyson and Riley sit down with the sixth and seventh members of the ‘Survivor 50’ jury, Emily and Ozzy. They start with Emily and ask her about her “talkative” gameplay, what it was like watching her mistakes on television, and what she would do differently if given a third chance to play. Then, they talk to Ozzy and discuss his edit and growth as a ‘Survivor’ player. Last, they ask the legendary player: Is his ‘Survivor’ story line truly over? 00:00 - Welcome! 00:47 - Emily joins us! 16:36 - Ozzy joins us! 35:27 - Afterthoughts Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guests: Emily Flippen and Ozzy Lusth Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 7 · 1 hr 40 min
Recapping ‘Survivor 50’ Episode 11! | The Pod Has Spoken
Have you seen a Phoenix dance? Tyson and Riley are joined by Kaleb from ‘Survivor 45’ to recap the 11th episode of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They talk about the Power Broker Advantage, the challenge mess-ups, and write their own fan fiction for the show. 00:00 - Welcome! 04:04 - “Everyone will be shooketh” 21:46 - Immunity challenge 29:01 - Pre-tribal scramble 48:51 - Tribal council 1:15:54 - Riley’s superlatives 1:36:37 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Kaleb Gebrewold Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 30 · 37 min
‘Survivor 50’ Episode 10 Exit Interviews! | The Pod Has Spoken
How live is a live tribal? Tyson and Riley sit down with the fifth member of the ‘Survivor 50’ jury, Stephenie. They ask her about a potential rematch with Cirie, how deep her Mr. Beast lore goes, and whether that live tribal council was actually that chaotic or just got the TV-edit treatment. 00:00 - Welcome! 01:18 - Stephenie joins us! 17:59 - Afterthoughts Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Stephenie LaGrossa Kendrick Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 30 · 1 hr 56 min
Recapping ‘Survivor 50’ Episode 10! | The Pod Has Spoken
The hardest 'Survivor' challenge yet: Heads or Tails. Tyson and Riley are joined by Ian from ‘Survivor: Palau’ to recap the 10th episode of ‘Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.’ They talk about their impression of the new chaotic auction, the “fall on the sword” twist, and all the puking. Then, they unpack the Mr. Beast Super Beware Advantage, the coin toss, and its shakeup on tribal council. 00:00 - Welcome! 12:27 - “A Side Dish of Chaos” 41:56 - The ‘Survivor 50’ Auction 50:38 - Immunity challenge 01:00:41 - Pre-tribal scramble 01:09:52 - Tribal council 1:40:50 - Riley’s superlatives 1:52:56 - Thanks for watching! Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Ian Rosenberger Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 23 · 32 min
‘Survivor 50’ Episode 9 Exit Interviews! | The Pod Has Spoken
Start sending apology baskets, Jimmy! Tyson and Riley sit down with the fourth member of the ‘Survivor 50’ jury, Christian. They ask him about the Jimmy Fallon twist and whether it really was his downfall. He gets into how the journey’s twist forced him into a tough spot and reflects on the lessons he learned for himself and his child. 00:00 - Welcome! 00:46 - Christian joins us! 22:13 - Afterthoughts Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAtee Guest: Dr. Christian Hubicki Producer: Ashleigh Smith Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Sources For All Pictures:Getty, Robert Voets/CBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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