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Big Brother 28 is reeling from a power shift as alliances scramble and new cracks emerge after a dramatic HoH wall comp win. Rob Cesternino and Taran Armstrong are joined by Aysha Welch and Brian Scally for a lively recap episode, unpacking the chaos and strategy that define a jam-packed weekend in the house.

The Sunday night episode centers on LaTrice pulling off a surprise HoH win in the wall endurance competition, leaving the established power players off-balance. The hosts break down the rushed episode edit, noting how post-blindside fallout, a tense wall comp, and a busy scramble before nominations barely fit into one hour. LaTrice’s victory as a “third party” reshuffles the season’s alliances, with Kamu barely missing out on HoH after a hard-fought duel. Meanwhile, Lala and Taylor quickly discuss targets, weighing the threat of house favorite Devens and pivoting to Haley, who becomes a main focus for the week. The Adam and Eve punishment lands on Mallory and Melody, and the group laughs about strategic implications, missed opportunities, and the merits of picking certain houseguests to be punished together.

• Aysha highlights how LaTrice’s HoH win throws the house into uncertainty and forces alliances to adapt fast.
• Scally digs into the logic behind Dee and Devens targeting Lyric, praising the move from a loyalty perspective.
• Taran details Yash’s emerging role as a power player and how Kamu moves from the outside to the center of the action.
• The group breaks down funny diary room moments, Haley’s “Cruella” reaction, and the confused, “furniture” game blamed on Chuk.

With alliances reforming and the Icons’ grip loosening, the real question becomes: Will the new anti-vet coalition stick together, or will the Icons manage to reclaim control after LaTrice’s reign?

Listen for the full breakdown, all the best moments, and what might come next in the Big Brother 28 house.

00:00 Recap Night: Wall Comp Awaits
06:20 Lyric Eviction Fallout and Shifting Votes
13:02 Bigfoot-Themed Wall Comp Begins
20:35 Kamu and LaTrice Battle for HOH
25:04 LaTrice’s Unexpected Wall Comp Triumph
31:43 New Power Structures and Alliances
38:53 LaTrice’s Nominations Stir the House
47:10 Angela and Haley Explosive Confrontation
59:04 The Icons’ Fate and Week Ahead

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The time has come for the return of “Talking with T-Bird.” Each episode, Rob Cesternino (@robcesternino) and Survivor: Africa‘s Teresa “T-Bird” Cooper (@tbirdcooper) will catch up with a former Survivor player and talk about anything and take listener questions.

Survivor: Guatemala takes center stage as Rob Cesternino is joined by Survivor legend T-Bird and special guest Amy O’Hara for a spirited edition of Talking with T-Bird. Together, they look back at the grit, chaos, and unforgettable moments that shaped Survivor’s 11th season, highlighting the brutal physical challenges, dramatic tribe dynamics, and behind-the-scenes stories that never made it to air.

The episode begins with Amy sharing what it was like to join Survivor: Guatemala at the last minute, having only a week’s notice before heading into the Mayan jungle. She reflects on the infamous 12-mile hike that turned into a 20-mile ordeal, and how her background as a Boston police officer helped her survive both the elements and her fellow competitors. Rob and T-Bird dive into the impact of early idol twists, the struggles of competing on an injured ankle, and the surprising relationships forged in the wild — plus, Amy gets heartwarming video messages from fellow castaways like Stephenie and Danni.

– Amy describes the mental and physical toll of the record-breaking opening hike and the challenge of adapting as a self-described non-camper
– The team unpacks how Amy’s detective skills in reading body language did (and didn’t) give her an edge in camp strategy
– Behind-the-scenes chaos: from being attacked by a swarm of bees to the real stories of Golden Boy and baiting Blake at camp
– The cost of honesty and holding back in confessionals, as Amy and Danni both reflect on why they kept secrets from producers
– Amy’s transition from Survivor contestant to stand-up comedian, and her viral moments off the island

Will old-school toughness and loyalty ever make a comeback in the new Survivor? Can Amy’s storytelling skills from Survivor bring her stand-up to new heights? Dive in as the crew relives the wildest moments of Survivor: Guatemala and looks ahead to what makes the game truly unforgettable.

Join us for untold stories, strategic breakdowns, and laughs from Survivor: Guatemala, only on Talking with T-Bird!

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Survivor Time Trip is back as Rob Cesternino and Mike Bloom team up with Survivor Africa winner Ethan Zohn to revisit the dramatic first-ever tribe swap in Survivor history. This episode dives headfirst into Survivor Africa (season 3), a pivotal season where alliances are shattered and the game as we know it is turned upside down. Rob and Mike press Ethan for the inside scoop on what it was really like to experience Survivor’s earliest—and wildest—twist, while also catching up with Ethan’s new soccer and cannabis adventure, Kicking Back.

The spotlight falls on the infamous tribe swap, where Ethan describes the genuine confusion and scramble to predict what the cryptic clue would mean. He relives the mid-game shock that ripped apart safe alliances, explains how his group decided who to send on the mysterious “quest,” and details the fallout for outsider Clarence. The trio also unpacks Survivor’s first open discussion about throwing a challenge—how it felt for Ethan as a competitor, and why it was the key to taking out a threat like Silas. They share memories about rough camp life, staggering survival elements in Kenya, and the shift in Survivor culture from hard-working tribe dynamics to today’s strategy-focused game.

In this episode, Rob, Mike, and Ethan discuss:

– How Survivor’s original swap changed the game and surprised everyone

– Ethan’s conflict over throwing challenges and why it was necessary

– Extreme survival: close encounters with wildlife, scarce water, and brutal elements

– The importance of loyalty and ethics in old-school Survivor

– Behind-the-scenes info on challenges, tiebreakers, and memorable moments from camp

As season 3’s game-changing twist gets its due, the group debates what lessons from Survivor Africa still echo in modern seasons. Can loyalty overcome the chaos of new twists? And would old-school survival skills make a difference in today’s gameplay?

Tune in to Survivor Time Trip for Ethan’s untold stories, Rob and Mike’s pointed questions, and an epic re-exploration of Survivor’s first and most unforgettable tribe swap!

Chapters:
0:00 Survivor Africa Swap Time Trip Begins
1:15 Ethan’s Kicking Back Web Series Explained
2:38 World Cup Fans and Cannabis Culture
5:15 First-Ever Survivor Tribe Swap Shock
7:05 How Ethan’s Tribe Chose Swappers
8:05 Clarence on the Chopping Block
10:27 Orchestrating the First Challenge Throw
13:10 Old Tiebreaker Vote System Debated
15:09 Ethics of Throwing Challenges Discussed
18:22 Survivor Africa’s Grueling Living Conditions
23:02 Comparing Samburu and Boran Tribes
29:41 Confronting Real Lions and Buffalo
33:36 Iconic Swap—No “Drop Your Buffs” Yet
35:15 Ethan’s First Impressions of T-Bird, Silas
38:57 Ethan on Alliance With Kim Johnson
41:42 Goat Challenge and Tom the Goat Farmer
45:23 Silas Realizes He’s in Trouble
53:11 Grassroots Soccer Origins: Wamba Reward
56:05 Survivor’s Shift From Culture to Gameplay
59:01 Silas Senses the Vote Is Coming
1:00:00 Survivor’s Popularity After 9/11 Explored

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