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The Cringe is Real

Sam Cremean
Reality Television
Australian Survivor
Reality TV
Fboy Island Australia
The Real Housewives Of Sydney
Aussie Shore
Drag Race Down Under
Rupaul's Drag Race
The Traitors
The Traitors US
Below Deck Down Under
Eurovision
Real Housewives Of Sydney
Masterchef Australia
Drag Race
Social Media
Relationships
Married At First Sight
Drama
Finding Mr. Christmas

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Sam is on the HOOK this weekend with big killer and Twitch streamer Josh Maloney (aka NorthsideGiant) to talk about our mutual obsession Dead By Daylight. Horror fans and geeks rejoice as we take you though the good the bad and ugly of this addictive... more

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Recent Guests

Josh Maloney
Australian TV presenter/streamer known as the Northside Giant
Twitch streamer / content creator
Episode: Dead by Gaylight (w/ Josh Maloney)
Ri'chard Caldwell
Ri'chard Caldwell, guest discussing Melanated in Melbourne
Episode: Melanated in Melbourne (w/ Ri'chard Caldwell)
Keeley Jenkinson
Crafty Queen, Challenge Beast, Survivor contestant
Australian Survivor
Episode: Australian Survivor - Redemption (w/ Keeley Jenkinson)
Shane Nicklos
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Episode: Australian Survivor - Redemption Week 7 (w/ Shane Nicklos)
Phil Ferguson
A guest on The Cringe is Real discussing Survivor analysis
The Cringe is Real
Episode: Australian Survivor - Redemption Week 6 (w/ Phil Ferguson)
Nick Iadanza
Australian Survivor legend
Australian Survivor
Episode: Australian Survivor - Redemption Week 1 (w/ Nick Iadanza)
Daniel Tan
Returning guest known for his insights on reality TV culture.
Episode: Married At First Sight Australia - Season 13 Part 2 (w/ Daniel Tan)
Kade Matthews
Activist and ice hockey player, focused on promoting LGBTQIA+ inclusivity in sports
Proud to Play
Episode: Heated Thrivalry (w/ Kade Matthews)
Eva Seymour
Comedian and performer, discussing her experiences in reality television and her one-woman show.
Episode: Rinna, You Bitch (w/ Eva Seymour)

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Sam Cremean
Host of The Cringe is Real

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Dead by Gaylight (w/ Josh Maloney)
Q: For people that don't know what we're talking about, do you want to explain just like the basics of the game?
It's an asymmetrical horror game where one killer hunts four survivors who need to repair generators to escape, while the killer uses unique abilities to stop them.
Australian Survivor - Redemption (w/ Keeley Jenkinson)
Q: How did you view Sally's half-idol move and its finale impact?
Keeley expresses disappointment in the move's jury impact, noting it wasn't well-received and didn't survive long in the jury's mind, which affected Sally's path to the end.
Australian Survivor - Redemption (w/ Keeley Jenkinson)
Q: What was going through your mind when you decided to play the idol for Brooke?
Keeley reveals it was a calculated risk born from the moment and the urn's halo-like aura; she believed it could protect her ally while signaling a smart, if dangerous, play that could redefine the power structure.
Australian Survivor - Redemption (w/ Keeley Jenkinson)
Q: Tell me about your time on Survivor and how you approached the early game.
Keeley explains that she had to balance strong social ties with strategic moves, highlighting her quick alliance-building with Mark and Faith and how she leveraged her professional instincts to read people and edit opportunities for herself and her allies.
Australian Survivor - Redemption Week 3 (w/ Josh Taylor)
Q: What stood out about Tez's gameplay this week?
Tez's soapbox phase and apparent confusion drew strong reactions; we talked about how his hesitancy and missteps created sympathy but also exposed him to being sidelined, highlighting the risk of overthinking in a game that rewards decisive action.

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This show delivers humorous, fast-paced takes on Australian pop culture with a strong emphasis on reality television, including Australian Survivor, Married At First Sight Australia, and related entertainment content. Episodes blend witty banter, live listener comments, and behind-the-scenes-style storytelling with in-depth analyses of game strategy, edits, cast dynamics, and cultural moments. A distinctive trait is the hosts' unapologetic, nostalgia-tinged humor paired with informed takeaways on production choices and fan reactions, making it entertaining for fans of reality TV, pop culture commentary, and media industry insights. The format often features guests with real-world expertise or Survivor pedigree, creating a balance between fa... more

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