Survivor 50 Issa Look Cast Assessment w/ Brice Izyah Issa fan-favourite Survivor preview podcast coming your way! Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) is joined by Survivor: Cagayan castaway, Purple Pants Podcast host, baby boy Brice Izyah (@BriceIzyah) for the Issa Look cast preview, where Brice gets his very first look at the cast of Survivor 50 and shares his split-second reactions to their cast photos. Survivor 50 premieres Wednesday, February 25th at 8pmET/5pmPT. Rob Cesternino is back with Brice Izyah for the much-anticipated return of “Issa Look.” Rob and Brice break down every castaway’s opening moves, style choices, and first impressions, giving fans a deep dive into the strategic and social scene brewing in Fiji. From iconic returns to unexpected alliances, the duo dissects poses, wardrobe choices, and the signals players send sometimes without saying a word. Kicking things off, Rob and Brice joke about the ultimate status of Survivor 50, then get right into the heart of the game: analyzing each player’s vibe, energy, and subtle strategy as they gear up for the adventure of a lifetime. From Angelina’s now-signature confident stance to Sari’s flawless pose and Coach’s dark, villainous energy, every cast photo gets examined for clues about who’s ready to play hard, who might be over their head, and who’s just here for the spectacle. Along the way, Brice unpacks the meaning behind “no thumbs,” why belts could be a bad omen, and what slip-on shoes say about a competitor’s readiness for the elements. There’s debate on whether newer winners like Dee can survive an uphill battle, and which legendary players still have what it takes. – Cirie Fields’ pose sends a confident-yet-cautious message, establishing her as a frontrunner in Brice’s eyes – Brice and Rob debate the “belt curse” and its meaning for potential Survivor 50 winners – Angelina’s iconic jacket moment and whether her cast photo hints at a season full of gameplay or chaos – New school versus old school style: how modern players like Dee and Kyle stack up against legends like Coach and Colby – Hilarious moments from Brice’s personal life, connecting Survivor’s social politics to real-world “parking wars” and neighborhood drama As Survivor 50 unfolds, Rob and Brice are left questioning: will the cast’s attention to detail pay off, or will flashy choices and old habits get the best of them? Are players like Joe and Sari destined for the top, or will alliances shift in the season’s first true test? Chapters: 00:00 Intros 06:21 Parking Wars Story Unfolds 12:09 Angelina’s Pose Sparks Debate 18:25 Charlie’s New Game Approach 34:05 Christian’s Strategy Questioned 39:00 Cirie Fields’ Winning Look 48:10 Coach Steps Out of Retirement 59:35 Dee Faces Uphill Battle 01:13:28 Belt Theory for Survivor Winners 01:14:15 Joe Hunter Makes Winner Pick 01:38:39 Mike White’s Surprising Transformation 02:14:38 Issa Look Winner Selections 02:16:39 Survivor 50 Tour Plans Revealed 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!
