Drop Your Buffs: A Survivor Podcast

Sean Ross & Evan Ross Katz
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Drop Your Buffs: A Survivor Podcast

Sean Ross and Evan Ross Katz take a deep dive into all things SURVIVOR. Drop Your Buffs takes a retrospective look at the greatest seasons, players and iconic moments from the reality show that started it all. Plus, we go straight to the source, interviewing legendary contestants of the game.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Survivor 47, Episode 9 “Nightmare Fuel” Recap

    This week on Drop Your Buffs, Sean and Evan dissect Episode 9 of Survivor 47: Nightmare Fuel. They delve into Jeff Probst’s controversial twists, including excessive vote losses, and question the show’s narrative choices, especially around Gabe’s immunity win and Genevieve’s strategic rise. The burping contest at the reward picnic sparks a critique of the episode’s tone, while Sol’s elimination highlights shifting fan allegiances. They celebrate the return of the jury walk-in and Sierra’s standout entrance but debate whether the editing is setting up Andy, Rachel, and Genevieve as finalists or red herrings. For more hot takes, check out the Aftershow on Patreon! Subscribe to Drop Your Buffs on Patreon for exclusive content. Join the conversation! Find us on Instagram: Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspod Evan: @evanrosskatz Sean: @soda.pup

    1 hr

  2. NOV 10

    Survivor 47, Episode 8 “He’s All That” Recap

    This week, Sean and Evan jump into the latest Grammy nominations before diving straight into Survivor. They break down the return of the iconic auction and the infamous grub eating challenge, and they even put on their tinfoil hats to explore possible producer manipulation in the show’s recent twists. Rachel’s idol sparks a debate about advantage placement and clues, and they revisit the “Margarita Curse” along with an analysis of the strategic dynamics around remaining threats, including the intriguing Sierra and Sam pairing. Rachel’s Shot in the Dark move comes under review, and they critique how Survivor’s editing often leaves strategy underplayed. They wrap up with a deep dive into their own and Survivor’s apparent love for the 1999 classic film She’s All That (famously containing a Sarah Michelle Gellar cameo), Andy’s star power, the recent double immunity wins, and Survivor’s new tie vote rule. Subscribe to Drop Your Buffs on Patreon for exclusive content. Join the conversation! Find us on Instagram: Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspod Evan: @evanrosskatz Sean: @soda.pup

    1h 11m

  3. NOV 3

    Survivor 47, Episode 7 “Our Pickle On Blast” Recap

    This week on Drop Your Buffs, Sean and Evan discuss pronunciation quirks and the recent overuse of terms like ”babygirl” and ”mother” in modern media. They break down the fake merge twist and the Survivor community reactions that came with it, producer manipulation, and the ”safety without power” twist. Plus, they analyze the shifting narrative the producers are establishing, Andy and Genevieve’s potential duo, and what might have happened if someone else found the advantage. They also dive into immunity challenge design, Paramount+, commercials, and the declining viewer base. Sean and Evan end the episode by taking the official Survivor Instagram Feedback Survey - keep your eyes peeled for Drop Your Buff’s very own feedback survey! Subscribe to Drop Your Buffs on Patreon for exclusive content. Join the conversation! Find us on Instagram: Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspod Evan: @evanrosskatz Sean: @soda.pup

    55 min

  4. OCT 27

    Survivor 47, Episode 6 “Feel The FOMO” Recap

    This week, Sean and Evan dive into Lady Gaga’s new single, rank her debut hits, and chat about the viral Chris Underwood GIF. Then, they break down Episode 6 of Survivor 47, discussing voting confessionals, Andy’s character on the show, Genevieve’s online fandom, and Teeny and Sam’s musical theater connection. They also touch on past theater contestants like Jake O’Kane, and the legends that are Josh Canfield and Reed Kelly. Plus, they discuss the merge ”twist”, back-to-back challenges, and the schoolyard pick. They finish off with the downfall of Rome, and compare his game to chaotic players such as Q and the legendary Russell Hantz. Subscribe to Drop Your Buffs on Patreon for exclusive content. Join the conversation! Find us on Instagram: Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspod Evan: @evanrosskatz Sean: @soda.pup

    49 min

  5. OCT 20

    Survivor 47, Episode 5 “The Scales Be Tippin” Recap

    Sean and Evan are back and welcoming Max the Intern to Drop Your Buffs! They’re also talking Laguna Beach, Jennifer Coolidge and more! Then, it’s all about Survivor 47—covering the tribe split (a temporary one), the veggie hotdog scandal, Rome and the Lavo tribe drama, Survivor Twitter, Gata’s chicken/egg negotiation and a salty exit. Plus, they’re revisiting Kimmi Kappenberg’s journey and Evan gives an update on his current watch of Australian Survivor’s Season 3 Champions vs Contenders. Subscribe to Drop Your Buffs on Patreon for exclusive content. Join the conversation! Find us on Instagram: Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspod Evan: @evanrosskatz Sean: @soda.pup

    55 min

  6. OCT 13

    Survivor 47, Episode 4 “Is That Blood in Your Hair” Recap with Natalie Anderson

    Sean is back and we’re catching up on the state of Survivor 47 (and House of Villains). Then, we’re joined by iconic Survivor winner Natalie Anderson to talk about the New Era, Rome’s dominance in the edit, Genevieve’s emergence, what constitutes a blindside, Sue’s paint debacle, duos in the game and chickens. Plus, we’re talking plenty of San Juan Del Sur and Winners at War. Subscribe to Drop Your Buffs on Patreon for exclusive content. Join the conversation! Find us on Instagram: Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspod Evan: @evanrosskatz Sean: @soda.pup Natalie: @natalieeand

    1h 25m

  7. OCT 6

    Survivor 47, Episode 3 “Belly of the Beast” Recap with Angelina Keeley

    Angelina Keeley makes her long-awaited return to the pod to join Evan in recapping the third episode of Survivor 47! They’re talking tribe dynamics, strong women, Anne Hathaway, villains as stars, the power of humour as a player, showmances and the ”tall tower”. Subscribe to Drop Your Buffs on Patreon for exclusive content. Join the conversation! Find us on Instagram: Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspod Evan: @evanrosskatz Angelina: @angelina_keeley

    47 min

  8. SEP 29

    Survivor 47, Episode 2 “Epic Boss Girl Move” Recap with Courtney Yates

    Courtney Yates makes her long awaited return to Drop Your Buffs! Courtney and Evan are breaking down the second episode of Survivor 47. They’re talking AOC’s Survivor fandom, Courtney’s relationship to the New Era, the difficulty of idol hunting, reshooting island action, casting superfans, rice-gate and general food thievery, Jeffrey’s disposition and girls coming together against annoying men. Subscribe to Drop Your Buffs on Patreon for exclusive content. Join the conversation! Find us on Instagram: Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspod Evan: @evanrosskatz Courtney: @courtneyyates

    49 min
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Sean Ross and Evan Ross Katz take a deep dive into all things SURVIVOR. Drop Your Buffs takes a retrospective look at the greatest seasons, players and iconic moments from the reality show that started it all. Plus, we go straight to the source, interviewing legendary contestants of the game.

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  • Creator
    Sean Ross & Evan Ross Katz
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    199
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2021 All rights reserved.
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