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Heralded by the Washington Post as being “ostensibly about ‘Survivor’”, in this podcast, veteran fan ​Sean Ross and ​quarantine newbie ​Evan Ross Katz take a​ very gay​ deep dive into all things SURVIVOR. ​With a uniquely queer lens, ​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 ... more

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We’re putting a bow on Survivor 50 with our highly anticipated post-mortem on the season. We’re taking your questions about the good, the bad and the Jonathan. We discuss where season 50 falls in Survivor history, Joe’s all-star turn, Aubry’s wonky w... more

Evan Ross Katz sits down with Survivor Legend Kelley Wentworth to chat all things Survivor. They break down Season 50, the idea of the “Open Era,” and so much more.

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We have much to discuss about Survivor 50’s huge finale! We’re talking winners, losers and Jeff’s big mistake.

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We're back to recap the tragic penultimate episode of Survivor 50. We're breaking down a bizarrely paced double-boot episode, the ripple effects from last week's ill-advised twist, the season's major plot holes, lackluster gameplay and a blatantly ob... more

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David Genat
Golden God and new host of Australian Survivor
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Episode: David Genat talks Australian Survivor: Redemption
Pete Blackburn
Host of What Chaos
What Chaos
Episode: Heated Rivalry Post-Mortem with What Chaos!
DJ Bean
Co-host of What Chaos
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Lynne Spillman
Former Casting Director for 'Survivor' from season one to season 38.
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Episode: Interview: Former Survivor Casting Director Lynne Spillman
Jonathan LaPaglia
Host of Australian Survivor and veteran actor.
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Episode: Interview: Jonathan LaPaglia
Cirie Fields
Fourth place finisher on Survivor: Australia V The World
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Episode: Survivor: Australia v The World Cirie Fields Interview
Parvati Shallow
Two-time winner of Survivor, known for her strategic gameplay and strong relationships
Episode: Survivor: Australia v The World Winner Interview
Tony Vlachos
Two-time Survivor winner
Survivor
Episode: Survivor: Australia v The World 4th Eliminated Player Exit Interview
King George
Contestant on Survivor Australia
Episode: Survivor: Australia v The World 3rd Eliminated Player Exit Interview

Hosts

Sean Ross
Host of Drop Your Buffs; long-running voice in the show's duo; strong analytical and cultural commentary.
Evan Ross Katz
Co-host; brings a queer-centric lens and sharp, provocative takes; often drives cultural context around reality-TV.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Great banter but clever too

    Love the banter - I came for the HR coverage and it is really funny but also thoughtful. I laugh out loud a couple of times an ep. Sasha being fifth-right (not just forthright) just makes me laugh. Sasha is the twinkiest twink who ever twunk. I like that you’re not sycophantic. (Why ARE these multi-millionaires sharing hotel rooms like they’re high-school teachers on a field trip?)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emma33
    Australia2 months ago
  • Please stop

    Evan is so clearly over American Survivor. There is nothing fun about listening to someone complain about something they hate for an hour.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    HiddenIdol
    United States3 months ago
  • Survivor AU

    If we were to play a game of Star or Starless with the hosts, Kevin would be a supernova 💫

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RhondaP893
    Canada3 months ago
  • The only Survivor podcast worth listening to

    Anything less than 5 stars is a hate crime, honestly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kmn0512
    United States4 months ago
  • Drop This Podcast

    What an OOOOOF. Used to really enjoy this, despite the size of Evan’s shiny head. It’s called “Drop Your Buffs” but they don’t cover “Survivor”, even though I guess they still do behind the paywall. They hate it…but clearly not THAT much. Do they not understand that their very specific lane was to provide hate-watch coverage? Like that’s why we came here. So we get “Traitors UK” (can’t watch—don’t care) & “Heated Rivalry” (because there’s not already enough coverage of that trifle). I’d l... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RuffArfRuff
    United States4 months ago

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David Genat talks Australian Survivor: Redemption
Q: Is Jeff Probst open to talking with you?
David expressed that he is open to speaking with Jeff Probst and appreciates the format he created.
David Genat talks Australian Survivor: Redemption
Q: What sets Australian Survivor apart from its US counterpart?
David stated that Australian Survivor is harder, longer, and features bigger challenges, making it a more dynamic game.
David Genat talks Australian Survivor: Redemption
Q: How did you handle the dynamic of being friends with players you previously competed against?
David explained that he had to limit contact with friends who are now competitors to maintain fairness and respect for the game.
Survivor New Era Post-Mortem
Q: What's been the low point of the New Era?
The budget chicken and waffles and the entirety of Season 49 were cited as the lowest points.
Survivor New Era Post-Mortem
Q: What was your highest high of the New Era?
Liz Willcox's "I'm Pissed" moment received the most mentions as the highest high.

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Two queer-forward hosts deliver sharp, opinionated takes on Survivor and related reality TV, blending humor with pointed critique of editing, twists, and player dynamics. Episodes spotlight open-era vs new-era storytelling, live reunions, and celebrity crossovers, all filtered through a candid, unapologetic lens. The show stands out for its strong personality, willingness to dissect production choices, and occasional guest interviews from the Survivor world, making it a magnet for fans who crave both analysis and personality-driven commentary.

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