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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.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Roark Luskin from Survivor: Heroes vs. Healers vs. Hustlers to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Winners at War. Get 40% this week off select hotels via Expedia by visiting robhasawebsite.com/travel

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Episode 2 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 For the first time ever, David and Jessica welcome a special guest to join both of them on the podcast! Liana Boraas visits from the RHAP B&B to talk about what went wrong for Danni, who came into Winners at War as a lesser threat who few would’ve expected to go out so soon. What happened to send her down the apparent path of self-destruction? Was it really as simple as it seemed, or is there more to the story? David, Jessica, and Liana look at everything from the causes of paranoia to the old-school/new-school tribal breakdown as they figure out Why Danni Lost. A Special Offer from Expedia: Spring savings: Up to 40% off select hotels 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 Megan Z. to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Winners at War. Access the “Survivor Dance Off” album Get 40% this week off select hotels via Expedia by visiting robhasawebsite.com/travel

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Premiere 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 Natalie and Amber were the first voted out on each of their respective Winners at War tribes. Neither of them were huge targets, but both of them were targets by association. Was that the only reason they were booted? What could each have done differently to avoid their fate? David and Jessica are back to discuss everything that happened to them as they figure out Why Natalie and Amber 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 two-time Amazing Race contestant Korey Kuhl to play a series of segments and games around the premiere 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 [email protected]. We look forward to another fun season! STARZ Limited Time Promotion – $5/Month for 3 Months (2/13 -3/31)

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome “Why X Lost” host David Bloomberg to play a series of segments and games around the season to come in 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 [email protected]. We look forward to hopefully another fun season!

Survivor 40 | Why __ Lost Predictions 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 & Jessica are back with their full Season 40 prediction show. They discuss each of the Winners who will soon be At War, digging into some of the archives to look back at how they played before and reviewing what they say they’ll do now, who they might align with, and what their chances are. Will players target the big threats first, or the non-threats? Or maybe the more threatening lesser-threats? It’s the Why Blank Lost Preseason Show! 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.   —–

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis’ Q & A on Season 39 Survivor Island of Idols. 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 & Jessica are back for one more Survivor podcast this decade, and this time they took listener questions instead of going through the rules. Topics range from Tommy’s game to how others might have been able to beat him, from Sia picking her winners to us going through various rankings, plus some hypothetical situations from this season and a look ahead at Season 40! It’s the Why Blank Lost Post-Season Q&A Show! 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.   —–

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Player Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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 In a season named Island of the Idols, Tommy won without ever visiting or getting any idols or advantages while Dean based his endgame strategy heavily on exactly that. How did Tommy weave his way to the end, knocking out the bigger threats? Could Janet and Lauren have done anything to avoid their fates? And where did Noura fit into all of this? David and Jessica analyze the games of all five players from the Finale as they get to the heart of Why Tommy Won (and Everyone Else 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 39 Thirteenth and Final Stay at the B&B with guest Eric Stein Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Eric Stein to play a series of segments and games around the finale of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Thank you to all who stopped by and listened to the B&B this season! We look forward to coming back in February for coverage of Survivor: Winners at War. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

Survivor 40 Preseason Draft Coming to you not-so-live from June 2, 2019, it’s a draft of Survivor: Winners at War! Mike Bloom (@AMikeBloomType), Liana Boraas (@LianaBoraas), Ali Lasher (@lashtweets), and Akiva Wienerkur (@keev26) kick off the Survivor 40 preseason with a discussion and draft of the 20 previous winners who make up the cast. This draft was based on a unique scoring system that rewards the winner and the biggest characters in a season. Mike, Liana, Ali, and Akiva did this draft soon after the castaways went to go film the season and before they knew about twists that could have an impact on the game, including the return of the Edge of Extinction, or the new Fire Tokens twist. As Mike, Liana, Ali, and Akiva made each of their pics, they discussed their rationale for each decision and then the group of four gave all of their thoughts on every single one of the 20 winners that are vying for the $2 million prize. Official Scoring: Winner: 10 points 2nd place: 3 points 3rd place: 2 points 5+ confessionals in episode: 1 point First boot: -3 points “Survivor Winners” Page Check out the new “Survivor Winners” page in preparation for Survivor: Winners at War (Season 40). Show Links All Survivor: Winners at War content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Winners at War Cast (from EW.com)

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Player Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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 Elaine was targeted for being too likable in the very first vote, and it’s been on everyone’s mind ever since then. She managed to use some clever strategy to stay ahead of the chopping block for almost the whole game, but her number finally came up. Was there anything she could have done differently? Why couldn’t she avoid it this time? David and Jessica answer those questions and more as they discuss Why Elaine 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 39 Twelveth Stay at the B&B with guest Pooya Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Pooya to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Player Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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 Karishma had been on the bottom both socially and strategically for almost the entire game. Many goats get taken to the end, so why did the majority alliance target her last week and vote her out this week? When Tribal Council exploded due to Dean and Noura, how did the votes come back around to Karishma, who wasn’t even part of the blow-up? It’s time for David and Jessica to figure out Why Karishma 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 39 Eleventh Stay at the B&B with guest Mary Kwiatkowski Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Mary Kwiatkowski to play a series of segments and games around the merge episodes of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Player Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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 Elizabeth wasn’t the primary target this week, but after Karishma’s idol play, the vote was unanimous. What did Elizabeth do well throughout the game and where did she go wrong? Why was she the obvious backup choice? What could she have done differently? David and Jessica figure out Why Elizabeth 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 39 Tenth Stay at the B&B with guest Aman Adwin Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Aman Adwin to play a series of segments and games around the merge episodes of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

Survivor 39 Tenth Stay at the B&B with guest Matt Hoffman Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Big Brother 12 houseguest Matt Hoffman to play a series of segments and games around the merge episodes of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Player Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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 Missy and Aaron played most of the game together and were voted out in the same episode, with the reasons for that result being very similar. Both played hard and fast and made a lot of big moves, but were those moves necessary or just too much? What could they have done differently? David and Jessica figure out Why Aaron and Missy 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 39 Eighth & Ninth Stay at the B&B with guest Jessica McKenna Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome actress and comedian Jessica McKenna to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Island of the Idols. NOTE: This podcast begins with discussing the events and behavior of the most recent episode. If you want to skip to the fun and games, jump to about 47:00. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Players Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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 On this rough Survivor week, David and Jessica knew they couldn’t just talk about Kellee and Jamal. As always, they pulled together all the pieces of the puzzle available to try to figure out what happened and why, but this time they extended it beyond those voted out to the whole situation overall. They always preach strategy and playing to win, but there is a line, and that line was crossed. Who is to blame and what should they have done differently? How did it impact the voting? David and Jessica have an intense discussion and then figure out Why Kellee and Jamal 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 39 Seventh Stay at the B&B with guest Mary Holland Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome actress and comedian Mary Holland to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Players Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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 Jack was well-liked among both his original and swap tribe, putting him in what seemed to be a good position for the merge. His ally Kellee decided his position was too good so she made a big move, a fun move to watch. But was it the right move, or was it her idol burning a hole in her pocket? David and Jessica look at both Jack’s play and also the play of the person who basically singlehandedly got him voted out as they figure out Why Jack 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 39 Sixth Stay at the B&B with guest Jessica Liese Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome RHAP podcaster Jessica Liese to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Players Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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 Before becoming a Survivor player, Jason has been a “Why ___ Lost” podcast listener for years, so he knew David’s rules going into the game and even referenced them several times. He said in his final words that he was voted out for being too much of a threat – did that sum it all up or was there more to it? And how was he doing throughout the game leading up to the four-four vote where the tie was broken by Elaine’s advantage? It’s time for David and Jessica to figure out Why Jason 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.   —–

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Players Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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 Tom was an honest and straightforward guy. Were the reasons for him getting the boot similarly straightforward? David and Jessica debate whether his strategy of loyalty was a positive or negative, and how it played into the other mistakes he made as they discuss Why Tom 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 39 Second Stay at the B&B with guest Jenny Autumn Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome RHAP regular Jenny Autumn to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

Survivor 39 Second Stay at the B&B with guest Antonio Mazzaro Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome comedy writer and Survivor podcaster Scott Chernoff to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Players Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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 When Chelsea was voted out, it seemed like such a strange situation. How did her name end up on all the votes? Was it really just that she was the last person brought up before time ran out, or was there more to it? Why did everyone go along with it after Missy’s suggestion? And was it the right decision for the tribe? After a lot of analysis, it’s time for David and Jessica to figure out Why Chelsea 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.   —–

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Players Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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 have said Vince was targeted because he was sent to Island of the Idols, but was that really what happened or had the groundwork for voting out Vince been laid before he ever took that trip? Where did Vince go wrong? What should he have done differently, other than playing his idol, of course? David and Jessica look at everything he and his tribemates did over the first three episodes to figure out Why Vince 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 39 Second Stay at the B&B with guest Antonio Mazzaro Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome RHAP’s Antonio Mazzaro to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Players Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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 Molly came into Survivor well-prepared. She had a plan. She had charm. She wasn’t paranoid like so many others are. And yet she was the first out of her tribe. How were all those positives turned into negatives? Why did she think things were going well while her tribemates had a very different opinion? David and Jessica look at the situation and separate the facts from the perceptions while discussing how both play a vital role as they explain Why Molly 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 39 Second Stay at the B&B with guest Haley Strong Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome Bachelor franchise RHAP-Up host Haley Strong to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 39 Players Lost Survivor Island of Idols. 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… robhasawebsite.com/survivor38rules Ronnie is not a typical first boot on Survivor. He didn’t fail at the challenge and he wasn’t some crazy character, plus he seemed to be part of an early majority group. You might say he started with a good poker hand but ended up losing everything. So what happened? How did he go from naming targets to becoming the target? David and Jessica talk everything through to figure out Why Ronnie 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 —— Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Survivor 39 Premiere Stay at the B&B with guest Nicole Cesternino Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas welcome First Lady of Podcasting Nicole Cesternino to play a series of segments and games around the premiere episode of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Show Links All Survivor: Island of the Idols content on Rob Has a Podcast Survivor: Island Of The Idols Cast (from CBS.com)

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Mike Bloom and Liana Boraas talk through the cast and twists of Survivor: Island of the Idols as well as play a series of segments and games around the season to come. 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 [email protected]. We look forward to hopefully another fun season!

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Preview the Season 39 Season, Survivor Island of Idols. 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 rules of what David’s Survivor rules are, listen to our “What Hero, Healer, and Hustler Survivors Should Have Learned”. The new Survivor season is here so it’s time for the Why Blank Lost Preview! David & Jessica look at all the available information about the new cast through the lens of David’s rules, and make predictions about how each will do, who will be first out, and who they think will win it all! There are lots of superfans in this group, so who do they think has the right combination of ideas to rise to the top? Listen in to find out! 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 —— Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis Answer Questions on Why the Season 38 Players Lost Survivor Edge of Extinction. 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 rules of what David’s Survivor rules are, listen to our “What Hero, Healer, and Hustler Survivors Should Have Learned”. David & Jessica are back for one more Edge of Extinction podcast, and this time they took listener questions instead of going through the rules. Topics include the Edge twist, the editing, the jury, the players, advice for future contestants, some hypothetical situations, how Survivor could be made better, and much more! It’s the Why Blank Lost Q&A Show! 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 —— Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Final Season 38 Player Won Survivor Edge of Extinction. 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 rules of what David’s Survivor rules are, listen to our “What Hero, Healer, and Hustler Survivors Should Have Learned”. This week, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis talk about the reasons why Chris Underwood won Survivor Edge of Extinction, Season 38. It was a hell of a season finale and David & Jessica are NOT happy about the way the Edge of Extinction twist turned the game of Survivor upside down – and they tell us why. But they also have a job to do and six people from the finale to discuss. How did Chris do in the time he had in the game? What were the pluses and minuses for all the other players? Could Gavin and Julie have done anything to fight against the time Chris spent with the jury on the Edge? Who was emotional, who was strategic, who did the right thing and who made mistakes? They cover all of this and much more as they figure out Why Chris Won (and Everyone Else 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 —— 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 Big Brother 8 houseguest and “Summer of Stein” star Eric Stein to play a series of segments and games around the most finale of Survivor: Edge of Extinction. Take the B&B Season 38 Guest Survey Thank you to all who stopped by and listened to the B&B this season! We look forward to coming back in the fall for coverage of Survivor: Island of the Idols. Listeners of Survivor RHAP-up get $5 off your first purchase on the POSHMARK app! Just enter the invite code: SURVIVORPODCAST when you sign up. Download the POSHMARK app to your phone today!

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 38 Players Lost Survivor Edge of Extinction. 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 rules of what David’s Survivor rules are, listen to our “What Hero, Healer, and Hustler Survivors Should Have Learned”. This week, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis talk about the reasons why Aurora McCreary lost Survivor Edge of Extinction, Season 38. Aurora came into the game worried that her mouth would get her in trouble – did that concern end up coming true? Did she deal well with the emotions of the game? How did her strategy change from when she was aligned with returnees to getting blindsided and having to jump around until she found what she thought was her solid alliance? And when did she go from being a challenge threat to being a jury threat? David and Jessica answer all of these questions and more, including a look at whether everyone made the right decision in voting her out, as they figure out Why Aurora 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 —— Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Liana Boraas welcomes RHAP podcasters Pooya and Kirsten MacInnis to play a series of segments and games around the 13th episode of Survivor: Edge of Extinction. 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! Listeners of Survivor RHAP-up get $5 off your first purchase on the POSHMARK app! Just enter the invite code: SURVIVORPODCAST when you sign up. Download the POSHMARK app to your phone today!

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 38 Players Lost Survivor Edge of Extinction. 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 rules of what David’s Survivor rules are, listen to our “What Hero, Healer, and Hustler Survivors Should Have Learned”. This week, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis talk about the reasons why Ron Clark lost Survivor Edge of Extinction, Season 38. Ron spent some time on top of his Survivor world, but also found himself near the bottom when things didn’t go his way. He maneuvered well through many of these spots, but it finally caught up with him when he was a backup plan. Did he really get targeted because of his loved ones visit choices, or were there much better reasons for the others to worry about him? David and Jessica sort it all out while talking about his highs and lows as they figure out Why Ron 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 —— Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–

Welcome to the RHAP B&B! Liana Boraas welcomes RHAP podcasters Curt Clark and Akiva Wienerkur to play a series of segments and games around the 12th episode of Survivor: Edge of Extinction. 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!

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 38 Players Lost Survivor Edge of Extinction. 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 rules of what David’s Survivor rules are, listen to our “What Hero, Healer, and Hustler Survivors Should Have Learned”. This week, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis talk about the reasons why Dan “Wardog” DaSilva lost Survivor Edge of Extinction, Season 38. Wardog came into Survivor with a plan to play the jester and be a secret strategist. That seemed to work for a while, but eventually people caught on that he was a serious threat. Did he allow the other players to see him without a shield by taking out Kelley too soon? Or could he have survived the next vote if only he’d treated Gavin and others better? David and Jessica dig into everything that happened to figure out Why Wardog 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 —— 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 Megan Z to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Edge of Extinction. 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!

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 38 Players Lost Survivor Edge of Extinction. 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 rules of what David’s Survivor rules are, listen to our “What Hero, Healer, and Hustler Survivors Should Have Learned”. This week, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis talk about the reasons why Kelley Wentworth & David Wright lost Survivor Edge of Extinction, Season 38. David and Kelley came into this season as threats, but they stayed longer than the two Kama returnees. How did they avoid the target for as long as they did? Were there decisions looking back that could have helped protect them? And were their fates so intertwined that it was inevitable for one to immediately follow the other out of the game? Jessica Lewis adds her own previous experience with David Wright to the discussion as she and David Bloomberg discuss Why David & Kelley 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 —— 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 reality TV YouTuber Peridiam to play a series of segments and games around the most recent episode of Survivor: Edge of Extinction. 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!

David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis on Why this Week’s Voted Out Season 38 Players Lost Survivor Edge of Extinction. 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 rules of what David’s Survivor rules are, listen to our “What Hero, Healer, and Hustler Survivors Should Have Learned”. This week, David Bloomberg & Jessica Lewis talk about the reasons why Julia Carter lost Survivor Edge of Extinction, Season 38. Julia came into this episode, and seemingly this Tribal Council, in good position. But a few wrong words served as a spark and the fire kept burning hotter until her game went up in flames. Was it all because of what happened in that crazy Tribal Council, or was there a larger issue that should have been addressed beforehand? David and Jessica figure it all out as they determine Why Julia 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 —— Join us again next week when we discuss the next player voted out of the game.   —–