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 the source, interviewing legendary contestants of the game.
Episodes
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
We're closing the book of Survivor 44 with a mailbag episode where we answer your questions about the season and the future of Survivor. We're sharing our final thoughts Yam Yam's win, final 4 fire making, the upcoming 90 minute episodes, our dream returnees and who could replace Jeff as host. Plus we go off the rails after awarding the inaugural Azra Valani Social Media award and do a deep dive into Sundra Oakley's website.
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Thursday May 25, 2023
Thursday May 25, 2023
Evan and Sean wrap up their coverage of Survivor 44 with a recap of the finale. We're talking spoiler etiquette and getting boots-on-the-ground reporting from the watch party in New York City. We're analyzing the finale boot order, the emphasis on final 4 fire making, discussing an iconic zero vote finalist and discussing why the winner won. We're also discussing the Tika 3 and other iconic trios in Survivor history.
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Thursday May 18, 2023
Thursday May 18, 2023
Sean and Evan are breaking down the penultimate episode of Survivor 44 and talking about the journey of the Tika 3, Pittsburgh Heidi's idol flub, a return to the Survivor Sanctuary, where 44 ranks in Survivor history, 90 minute episodes and who we want to win. Apologies for the inconsistent audio quality this time around.
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Thursday May 11, 2023
Thursday May 11, 2023
Ricard joins Sean to recap the latest episode of Survivor 44. We're talking about the journey of the Tika 3, how Carolyn manages to make lobsters fashion, a birdcage idol play and making sense of a head scratching move from the Ratus.
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Thursday May 04, 2023
Thursday May 04, 2023
We're back to recap another great new era episode of Survivor 44. We're talking about Jaime's iconic cluelessness, the end of the alliances we once knew, 3D puzzle printing, fly tacos, island fashion and another failed women's alliance. Plus we're talking about Tika's chances at a final tribal council.
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Friday Apr 28, 2023
Friday Apr 28, 2023
We are finally joined by iconic Survivor winner Todd Herzog! We're diving into his incredible game in China, getting some behind-the-scenes stories, talking about his relationships with Courtney and Amanda, his life after Survivor, his journey to sobriety, Winners at War and of course, who he would cast on a Legends season. Plus, a surprise guests pops in to reminisce about China with Todd.
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Thursday Apr 27, 2023
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
We're talking about the latest developments in the post-merge game of Survivor 44. We discuss rice negotiations, what makes someone a "big threat", how Tika can continue to navigate the swing position, the importance of iconic winners and the potential impacts of the 26 day game on the show.
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Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
We're back to recap a rare straight-forward episode of new era Survivor. We're talking about Carolyn caught in a net, Carson's illness, Lauren's big win, Pittsburgh Heidi's emergence and an iconic fart. Plus, we're talking casting rumors for season 45 and the loss of the legendary Keith Nale.
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Thursday Apr 13, 2023
Thursday Apr 13, 2023
Evan is joined by guest co-host Brian Corridan of Survivor: Guatemala to break down the latest episode of Survivor 44. Evan and Brian are diving into the latest merge twist(s), talking salty chips, Survivor's sexiest men and how Brian helped Danni Boatwright prepare for Winners at War.
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Friday Apr 07, 2023
Friday Apr 07, 2023
We're catching up with bestie to the pod, Parvati Shallow to get all the tea on her meeting Mike White, Kara Kay, Angelina Keeley and Jennifer Coolidge. Plus we're getting her thoughts on Survivor 44 and hearing why she loves Carolyn and Yam Yam. Parvati is also teasing her upcoming podcast and we're explaining to her the importance of posting to the grid.
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