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The Diary Room: A Big Brother Players Bracket

Matt and Aman
Big Brother
Big Brother Canada
Reality TV
Reality Television
Celebrity Big Brother
Survivor
Big Brother 27
The Challenge
The Amazing Race
Big Brother 20
Social Strategy
Big Brother US
Big Brother 12
Eric Stein
Mickey
Derek Frazier
Big Brother 11
Janelle Pierzina
Jason Dent
Jocasta

Matt Liguori and Aman Adwin are looking to find the BEST player in North American Big Brother history with the help of a randomized bracket and a variety of podcasters, fans, and former players! New episodes every Tuesday!

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Latest Episodes

YOU GUYS.... Big Brother 27 STAR, Morgan Pope is with us this week!!! We catch up with one of last season's stars to chat about the transition from player to live feeder, everything she's been up to, and pull six more players!

FYI - We'll be back in... more

Fresh off the heels of formulating her own BB returnee picks, Liana Boraas joins us to explain why Frenchie and Summer of Steve are needed on the next All Star cast! That plus pulling our next six players!

Make sure to listen for an announcement abo... more

ROUND 3'S OWN Cory Wurtenberger is back for his third time spinning the wheel! We're finally addressing the elephant in the room... "what is happening to all the All Stars?!"

Each week in The Diary Room, a wheel of names will randomly select SIX pla... more

The Reality Kingdom are BACK! Given two of the three players they helped us advance in Round 1 are already eliminated thus far in Round 2, these guys are looking for some bigger matchups and more long-lasting players. Will they get them...?

Each wee... more

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Recent Guests

Morgan Pope
Big Brother 27 standout, participant in the wheel matchup
Big Brother contestant
Episode: Big Brother 28, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Morgan Pope
Liana Boraas
Contributor and Big Brother enthusiast who appears as a guest
Episode: Claire Rehfuss, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Liana Boraas
Cory Wurtenberger
Big Brother player and returning guest on the podcast
Big Brother (US), Big Brother OTT
Episode: Tyler Crispen, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Cory Wurtenberger
Melissa Deni
Voice of the People, Big Brother commentator
Episode: Jen Johnson, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Melissa Deni
Brian Scally
Co-host and guest on this episode, reality TV commentator
Free Agents / The Diary Room Podcast
Episode: Kevin Campbell, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Brian Scally
Pooya Zanfikili
Big Brother expert; BBCan/BB crossover commentator
The Diary Room
Episode: Kaela Grant, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Pooya
Britney Haynes
Former Big Brother contestant, notable for her Big Brother 12 run and later appearances
Big Brother (CBS)
Episode: Taylor Hale, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Britney Haynes
Donny Thompson
BB16 contestant and round-two bracket participant
Big Brother
Episode: Britney Haynes, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Donny Thompson
Brendon Villegas
Big Brother 12 and 13 cast member; BB27 participant
Big Brother
Episode: Janelle Pierzina, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Rachel Reilly and Brendon Villegas

Hosts

Matt Liguori
Host of The Diary Room (Big Brother-focused discussion and brackets)
Aman Adwin
Co-host and producer; brings BB expertise and cross-series perspective

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 181 ratings
  • A fun format + great BB discussion

    Matt and Aman have created such a fun project pitting all of the BB players against one another! The randomness of the bracket results in really interesting match ups and discussions. I also really enjoy that they included Big Brother Canada, which includes so many of my favorite BB players that never get enough love or discussion compared to BBUS. Highly recommend this podcast if you’re a Big Brother fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TLyonzz
    United States4 months ago
  • Great fun

    Matt and Aman are such fun podcasters, they really make this an amazingly good time. Wondering what matchup will come up next and who will go through to the next round. A must for any Big Brother fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KristianMingle36
    United States4 months ago
  • Love it.

    This show is so much fun. Look forward to it every week. Can’t wait until we FINALLY get to round 2!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Davis the Bb fan
    United States7 months ago
  • So fun!!

    Love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rachel051994
    United States8 months ago
  • Essential for bb fans!

    Love this podcast! The guests are always great and everyone provides funny and insightful commentary. Must watch if you’re a big bb fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MaddiRenee
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners praise the fun, high-energy format and engaging banter between hosts.
The bracket concept and guest variety drive fresh, repeatable content.
Fans appreciate cross-BBUS/BBCan discussions and nostalgia-rich episodes.

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#202
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Big Brother 28, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Morgan Pope
Q: Do you think your experience on BB27 affected how you view this wheel of players?
Definitely; watching players across seasons with a live feeds perspective gives me deeper insight into how social dynamics and backdoor moves influence who survives and who doesn't, and it makes the wheel feel like a meaningful cross-era comparison rather than a simple bracket.
Big Brother 28, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Morgan Pope
Q: What was the hardest part of sequester for you?
The hardest part was the long wait and the lack of access to the real world, which made the isolation feel intense even as I prepared for the game, and I coped by bringing personal items like photos and coloring books to keep me grounded.
Tyler Crispen, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Cory Wurtenberger
Q: What makes Tyler Crispen stand out as a Big Brother player despite not winning a season?
Tyler combined top-tier competition with social trust-building, turning his perceived laid-back persona into a powerful strategic engine, and his ability to flip votes and influence other players is highlighted as evidence of his high ceiling.
Kaela Grant, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Pooya
Q: Who is the first matchup of the day and what makes Kaela notable?
Kaela is highlighted for her strong social game in BB Canada 6, including defeating Angie in round one and being a major name among runners-up who people argued deserved a return. Her determination and strategic play are emphasized as key strengths.
Taylor Hale, Please Go to the Diary Room w/ Britney Haynes
Q: Where do you see Taylor Hale fitting in the pantheon of Big Brother legends given her arc in 12 and 24?
Taylor is highlighted as a modern face of the show, known for her adaptive gameplay and compelling endgame strategy that resonates with contemporary audiences.

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Two hosts curate a bracket-style exploration of the best North American Big Brother players, mixing deep game analysis with nostalgia, live wheel spins, and expert guests. Episodes typically feature round-by-round debates, fan pitches, cross-series comparisons, and insider anecdotes, all anchored by a love for the game's history and evolving formats. The format is highly engaging for hardcore BB fans and sponsors seeking a niche reality-TV audience, with a recurring emphasis on strategical legacies, notable personalities, and cross-promotional moments with related franchises or Patreon content.

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2. Liana Boraas
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5. Brian Scally
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8. Donny Thompson

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