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The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast

The Bitter Jury — A Survivor PodcastJoin friends Corey & Ryan as they bicker, banter, and break down the latest episodes of Survivor with all the sass of a tribal council gone sideways. Whether they’re passionately defending their favorite castaway or roasting a questionable hot take, this duo brings humor, heart, and just the right amount of chaos. It’s a recap show where the torches may go out, but the opinions never do. Come for the hot takes, stay for the arguments — it"s The Bitter

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50:58

And The Winner Is.... Survivor Season 49 Finale Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2026/01/03

It’s finale time on Survivor 49, and Ryan and Corey are here to break down everything — from fake records and baffling idol decisions to a firemaking showdown that changed the entire endgame. We debate where the season went wrong, why certain players completely folded when it mattered most, and how one contestant quite literally stood on business to secure the win. Plus, a deep dive into Sophie’s near-perfect finale, Rizzo’s legacy obsession, Savannah’s controversial path to the million, and where

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78:30

That Damn Margarita Curse - Survivor Season 49...

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/12/15

It’s Final 6 and the Bitter Jury is in rare form: petty, precise, and painfully correct. Corey and Ryan debate whether Rizzo’s repeated idol theatrics are strategy or just… exhausting, and they unpack the move that flipped the endgame: Savannah’s clutch reward win (and the pick that rewired Sophie’s brain). We also break down Sophi's Knowledge Is Power decision, Steven’s missed outs, and why this vote has fans screaming “worst move ever” (with one hot take defense). Plus, holiday “gifts” for Bitter

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69:43

Vindication Station - Survivor 49 Episode 11 Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/12/10

This week, Corey finally gets the vindication he’s been WAITING for—while Ryan spiral-drives the podcast straight into gaslight, gatekeep, Rizz-God territory. We break down Steven’s chaotic journey advantage, the clownery of letting your #1 target wander off unsupervised, and Sophie’s tragic 6–1 downfall (RIP to the strategic queen we barely got to see on screen). Plus:🍗 Jeff forces grown adults to do impressions AGAIN🧩 Production breaks another challenge🎭 AND Rizzo continues his Broadway

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76:40

Victim or Villain? - Survivor 49 Episode 10 Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/12/06

This week on The Bitter Jury, your boys spiral into full Thanksgiving-week delulu as Survivor 49 delivers its messiest merge vote yet. Corey kicks things off recreating Kristina's “Who are you voting for?!” meltdown while Ryan sits there spiritually confused, as usual. From there, the episode unravels into a masterclass of paranoia, idol leaks, gas-based cover stories, and everybody trying (and failing) to play the middle at the same damn time. We break down:Kristina's post-blindside existential

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71:29

A Game Losing Blunder - Survivor 49 Episode 9 Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/11/25

Ryan and Corey are back and new era Survivor editing is on TRIAL. The boys break down a… let’s call it “wobbly” merge episode of Survivor 49: from the weird Uncle Jeff narration and another forced sob story, to production clearly thirsting over Rizzo & Savannah while pretending the rest of the cast doesn’t exist. They dive into:How knowing the 50 cast has completely nuked the tension of these last three votesIs Rizzo playing a great game, or is everyone else just playing terribly around him?Why

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58:16

MC Hammered - Survivor 49 Episode 8 Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/11/20

Bitter Jury Nation, your boys are BACK and somehow Survivor is actually two for two?? Corey and Ryan break down a surprisingly spicy merge vote and from there get into: Savannah vs Sage and the full-blown Victim Olympics™Whether Savannah is actually a “scary mean girl” or just catching a rough editSophie’s “perfect on paper” plan, MC’s fatal mouth, and how one spilled secret flipped the whole voteRizzo’s idol gamble: galaxy-brain genius or reckless clownery that just happened to work?The overpowered

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83:37

A Casualty Of War - Survivor 49 Episode 7 Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/11/10

Survivor finally lit a match. Corey & Ryan bicker through a merge that the edit kept calling a “war,” while actually playing out like a glorious free-for-all. We debate the Shannon lie, get into the Sophie/Soph name debacle, and break down Sage vs. Savannah—the petty, spicy rivalry the new era desperately needed. Savannah literally dives for MC’s key, Rizzo gives an all-time flimsy idol bluff, and poor Nate becomes collateral. Ryan accuses Corey of playing the victim; Corey accuses Ryan of

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81:44

Conceptualizing Sight In The Womb - Survivor 49...

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/10/31

The Bitter Jury boys are back and immediately spiraling 😭 Corey asks Ryan for his fondest memory of “the womb,” and somehow that turns into a serious debate about Shannon claiming she remembers conceptualizing sight. From there, things only get messier.This week, we break down the so-called war brewing in Survivor 49: – Sage's villain era officially kicks off –Sophie’s finally getting airtime (and confessionals! ..... barely) – Knowledge Is Power returns from the grave — and we hate it– Kristina

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57:17

Mother On Mother Crime - Survivor 49 Episode 5 Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/10/29

Corey and Ryan bicker their way through a spicy episode: Jason returns from tribal on the absolute bottom and somehow doesn’t play his Shot in the Dark, the “journey” puts us all to sleep, and the boys debate whether Hina should’ve blatantly thrown the challenge. We dive into Steven’s morning-strategy pearl-clutching, the Sage vs. Shannon cold war, and Savannah’s one-woman anti-Jawan crusade. Nate tells a teammate to “shut up,” Jeff forgets how to do mat chat, chickens make a controversial comeback

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86:01

Bitter Banter #1: Listener Emails & The Cast's Hot...

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/10/27

It’s not a recap — it’s a mess. Corey and Ryan dive into the Survivor 49 cast’s pre-season “hot takes” and proceed to roast, agree, disagree, spiral, and maybe even regret doing this episode in the first place. They also respond to some listener emails, bicker like it’s an Olympic sport, and question how some of these people got cast in the first place. It’s unfiltered, unhinged, and somehow still deeply analytical (if you squint).shoot us an email bitterjurypod@gmail.com

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80:16

Go Kick Rocks, Bro - Survivor 49 Episode 4 Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/10/24

Corey and Ryan are back and… bored. Has Survivor finally flatlined, or is there still a pulse under all these sob stories? In this week’s episode, the Bitter Jury wonders if the glory days are gone for good, debates whether the show can still be saved, and tries (and fails) to find signs of life in episode four. They may be extra bitter, but deep down — way, way down — they’re still holding out hope.Send us an email with any questions or comments!bitterjurypod@gmail.com

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61:19

Sophi's Choice - Survivor 49 Episode 3 Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/10/15

Corey and Ryan finally meet up in the wild at a Survivor bar event, and shocker — they immediately start beefing. Not just with each other, but with another Survivor podcast (shots fired). They dive into this week’s medical “emergency” — was Jake’s snake bite removal necessary or was it just just typical Probst Emmy bait? Plus: the breakdown of the blue tribe, who’s actually playing smart, and some bold (and probably cursed) winner predictions.send us a voicemail! speakpipe.com/bitterjurypodor an

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67:52

Dr. Jekyll & Annie Hyde - Survivor 49 Episode 2 Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/10/07

Corey and Ryan tackle Survivor 49, Episode 2 — where Annie might be serving up both Dr. Jekyll and Ms. Hyde.The duo debates her split personalities from episode 1 to 2, question the editing (again), and side-eyes Jeff like it’s their job.Fire an e-mail or drop a voice note with any questions comments or feedback! coreycoreyandcorey@gmail.comspeakpipe.com/bitterjurypod

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83:43

Back & Bitter-er Than Ever - Survivor 49 Premiere Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/10/07

The Bitter Jury is BACK, baby! Corey and Ryan return for the Survivor 49 premiere — and they’re bickering more than ever. From questionable twists to unhinged first impressions (and yes, an alarming amount of bodily fluids), they break it all down. Send an email or a voice note! coreycoreyandcorey@gmail.comspeakpipe.com/bitterjurypod

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62:25

The Not-So-Grand Finale | Survivor AU Vs. The World...

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/09/17

It’s the Survivor AU: Vs The World finale — and Ryan and Corey have all their chips on Parvati. Was this finale the epic showdown we wanted… or just a lukewarm ending with one fiery highlight? (Shoutout to that firemaking challenge 🔥). We break down where the season soared, where it stumbled, and debate where the winner lands among Survivor’s all-time greats — all while arguing and bickering more than ever. It’s a fittingly chaotic send-off for a chaotic season.Until season 49! Send us some

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66:00

It's Parv's World & They're Just Living In It | AU...

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/09/17

Ryan and Corey tackle Survivor AU: Vs The World Episodes 8 & 9 — and let’s just say… we’re disappointed. Luke’s gameplay has us scratching our head, everyone is STILL refusing to target Parvati and Cirie (WHY?!), and we’re left dumbfounded watching Parv waltz her way to the end untouched. Expect bickering, laughing, and a few “are we watching the same show?!” moments as we try to make sense of this madness.send us a voicemail or an

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57:20

No Champagne For Shonee | AU Vs. The World Episode 7...

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/09/17

This week, Ryan and Corey are losing their minds over Survivor AU: Vs The World Episode 7 — because apparently no one wants to target Parvati?! We dissect the wild double eviction, argue about just how busted Parvati’s power might be, and Corey issues his official “sorry for the spoilers” statement (we love accountability).Send us an e-mail or a voicemail to share your thoughts! coreycoreyandcorey@gmail.comspeakpipe.com/bitterjurypod

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51:38

Crushin' Kirby | AU Vs. The World Episode 6 Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/09/01

Corey and Ryan return to dissect Survivor AU: Vs The World episode six, where Kirby’s gameplay gets more erratic by the minute—and her Parvati crush is getting harder to ignore. We break down the bizarrely unbalanced edit, bicker (as always) about the gameplay and ask the question on everyone’s mind: are we still watching Survivor, or has this officially become The Parvati Show™?send us an email or voice note! coreycoreyandcorey@gmail.comspeakpipe.com/bitterjurypod

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72:27

Sarah-nara! | AU Vs The World Episode 5 Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/08/31

Corey and Ryan are back to unpack Survivor AU: Vs The World episode five, and whew—Sarah’s gameplay is giving whiplash. We break down her chaotic decisions and dramatic downfall, debate whether Kirby is secretly pulling strings or playing messy and of course we are starting to side-eye the Parvati Show™ that production can’t seem to turn off. Plus, where’s the airtime for Tommy Kass and Lisa? Justice for the invisible castaways!send us an email or

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62:48

The Male Pagonging | AU Vs. The World Episode 4 Recap

The Bitter Jury - A Survivor Podcast ·

2025/08/27

The Superbowl of Survivor continues, and Corey & Ryan are back to break down Episode Four of AU vs The World! This week we dive into Tony’s shaky footing in the game, the Parvati Paradox (is it possible to get too much screen time?), and Sarah’s gameplay choices that have us scratching our heads. Of course, no recap would be complete without our trademark bickering, bantering, and brutally honest hot takes.Send us an email or a voicenote

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