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Drop Your Buffs

Sean Ross & Evan Ross Katz

Heralded by the Washington Post as being “ostensibly about ‘Survivor’”, in this podcast, 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. But it doesn’t stop there. Evan and Sean

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54:19

Survivor 50 Episode 7 "That's Not How I Play...

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2026/04/10

We’re back to talk about some rare conflict on Survivor! We’re talking Dee’s blowout with Coach and Jonathan, Stephenie’s journey and Cirie’s Rizard of Oz alliance. Plus, Evan tries his hand at some edgic, debating which players are getting slow burn edits. Sorry, no video this week!For and even deeper dive on Survivor 50, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with

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83:55

Survivor AU: Redemption Week 7 Recap

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2026/04/09

Kevin and Sean are back to talk about the penultimate (sort of?) week of Australian Survivor: Redemption. We're talking about the Australian Survivor rumour mill, the fallout from the Simon boot, Cameron's old-school missteps, our second IKEA reward this season, maggots in camp, an inevitable loss of an icon, the benefits of going to rocks, Loz's lack of a big move and Sally's attempt at a big move. Plus, we look at each of the final 4's shots at winning.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs:

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64:21

Survivor 50 Episode 6 "The Blood Moon" Recap

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2026/04/04

We’re back to break down what is being called the biggest twist in Survivor history (spoiler: it’s a tribe swap). We’re talking about the ongoing gaslighting related to the fan votes, the limitations of 5-person tribals, the players who got swap-screwed and the players that never got a chance to play on 50. For and even deeper dive on Survivor 50, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd

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74:28

Survivor AU: Redemption Week 6 Recap

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2026/04/02

We’re back for a rocky (get it?) week of Australian Survivor: Redemption! We’re talking about some chaotic tribal councils, Keeley and Brooke thriving in arts and crafts class without Mark, an iconic IKEA reward, Simon’s milestone in the game, Jackson’s flip and the possibility of a Redback alliance. Editor’s note - Sean knows he is LOUD and WRONG about Sally’s sweater. Please respect his privacy at this time.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodSean: @soda.pupKevin: @hazle.ca This

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95:24

Tree Mailbag!

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2026/03/31

We’re opening the phone lines to hear from the buffies. We’re talking about Survivor’s ongoing gender imbalance, season 50’s reframing of Sophie and Kenzie’s wins, the era of sponsored rewards and contestants’ social media activity. Plus we’re touching down on Gabby Windey’s Love Overboard, the legacy of And Just Like That and getting a crucial update on Evan’s home remodelling. For an even deeper dive on Survivor 50, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs:

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53:48

Survivor 50 Episode 5 "Open Wounds" Recap

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2026/03/28

We’re back to recap the latest episode of Survivor 50. We’re diving into Ozzy’s temper tantrum, Christian’s damage control, Coach’s level of self-awareness, and the formation of Rizo’s Angels. We’re also talking about the uneven edit and the gender imbalance in challenges. For and even deeper dive on Survivor 50, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other

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88:47

Survivor AU: Redemption Week 5 Recap

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2026/03/26

Drop your budgie smugglers because we are back to talk week 5 of Survivor: Redemption. Sean and Kevin break down the merge, the iconic duo of Jackson and Ben, potential winner edits and the downfall of a Supernova. We also dive into Caleb and Blanche's showmance, confusing strategy from the newbies and Brooke's challenge beast status.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodSean: @soda.pupKevin: @hazle.ca This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or

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49:46

Survivor 50 Episode 4 "Knife To The Heart" Recap

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2026/03/20

We’re back for the latest instalment of Zac Brown’s press tour! We’re diving into the unprecedentedly wonky pacing of a Survivor episode, how the Zac Brown appearance could have worked better and the thrilling final act that gave us our first big betrayal on Survivor 50.For and even deeper dive on Survivor 50, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other

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79:10

Survivor AU: Redemption Week 4 Recap

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2026/03/19

Pour yourself a tall glass of raw milk because we are back to talk about the end of the pre-merge portion of Australian Survivor: Redemption. We’re diving into the very fun bluff box challenge, Aisha’s plot to blindside Brooke, Blanche’s short-lived idol, the ongoing infighting at Head Office and the Redemption Beach twist. Plus we’re investigating Caleb’s wild claims about coconut crabs. Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodSean: @soda.pupKevin: @hazle.ca This is a public episode

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56:45

Survivor 50 Episode 3 "Did You Vote For a Swap?" Recap

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2026/03/14

We’re back to break down the latest episode of Survivor 50. We’re talking about the early tribe swap, Jeff’s rap, Emily’s motor-mouth, the reunion of the David vs Goliath 3, Q’s double vote bluff and Charlie’s traumatic flashback.For and even deeper dive on Survivor 50, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit

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78:19

Survivor AU: Redemption Week 3 Recap

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2026/03/12

Sean and Kevin are back to recap Week 3 of Australian Survivor: Redemption. They break down the many new alliance names, how Head Office is treating its employees, the rise and fall of Tez and the new and improved Blanche.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodSean: @soda.pupKevin: @hazle.ca This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

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57:23

Survivor 50 Episode 2 "Therapy Carousel" Recap

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2026/03/06

Sean and Evan are back to talk about the second instalment of Survivor 50. They break down all of Christians many iconic moments, Joe vs Devens, Aubry's developing arc and the return of Colby and Stephenie as a physical duo. Plus, they predict tribe swap dynamics and share their hopes for the rest of the season.For and even deeper dive on Survivor 50, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan: @evanrosskatzSean: @soda.pup This is a public episode. If you'd

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90:47

Survivor AU: Redemption Week 2 Recap

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2026/03/04

Sean and Kevin are back to recap Week 2 of Australian Survivor: Redemption. They talk Eliza's lasting impact on the game, Harry's iconic attempt at making TV, an emotional farewell, the shifting dynamics on the bounty tribe and emerging strategic threats.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodSean: @soda.pupKevin: @hazle.ca This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dropyourbuffs.substack.com/subscribe

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67:24

Survivor 50 Episode 1 "Epic Party" Recap

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2026/02/28

Sean and Evan are back to recap the long-awaited three-hour premiere of Survivor 50! They get into a premiere that had fewer negatives than usual, the cross-era dynamics taking shape, Kyle’s butt and Cirie supremacy. Plus, they play a round of Star or Starless, break down each tribe’s key relationships and share their thoughts on the early med-evac that shook the episode.For and even deeper dive on Survivor 50, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan:

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70:27

Survivor AU: Redemption Week 1 Recap

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2026/02/27

Drop Your Buffs is back to recap the new season of Australian Survivor: Redemption. This season, Sean is joined by Deja The View's Kevin! They talk about David as a new host, the theme of Redemption, the returning players and what they are redeeming, and the Barren vs Bounty twist. Plus, winner picks from both Sean and Kevin, potential mistakes by Mark, and a game of Star or Starless.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodSean: @soda.pupKevin: @hazle.ca This is a public episode. If

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21:26

David Genat talks Australian Survivor: Redemption

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2026/02/19

Australian Survivor: Redemption is premiering next week and new host David Genat is here to tease the season. David talks about his transition from player to host and navigating his relationship with returning players. We also discuss the differences between Australian Survivor and American Survivor, which players deserve Redemption and what the future might hold for Australian Survivor. For more Drop Your Buffs, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspod This

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53:51

Survivor: The Amazon, Episode 7 "Girls Gone Wilder"...

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2026/02/08

Sean and Evan revisit Survivor: The Amazon episode 7, “Girls Gone Wilder,” as part of a look back at classic Drop Your Buffs-coded Survivor episodes ahead of Season 50. They discuss why The Amazon remains an underrated season, break down its phenomenal casting, storytelling, cinematography, music and gender dynamics. Plus they reflect on the evolution of bonafide Supernova Rob Cesternino. They also talk live reunions vs. on-island aftershows, what modern Survivor has lost and Old School hits harder

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66:26

The Traitors UK Season 4 Recap

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2026/01/29

We’re back for a special episode recapping The Traitors UK Season 4 (FULL SPOILERS!). They share all of their reactions to the season, debate the highs and lows and ultimately agree on the strong endgame and explosive finale. They discuss the Secret Traitor twist, Harriet’s failed attempt to set the cat amongst the pigeons, the season’s casting strengths and weaknesses and how UK Traitors compares to the US version. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or

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72:00

Heated Rivalry Post-Mortem with What Chaos!

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2026/01/21

Sean and Evan team up with Pete Blackburn and DJ Bean from What Chaos! for a Heated Rivalry post-mortem. They break down the impact of the show, how it operates within the hockey space, pop-culture backlashes, NHL Pride Night politics, hockey fights and why the NHL can’t stop stepping on its own skates when it comes to LGBTQ+ inclusion. Also: Survivor chat, UK vs US Traitors debate, and the eternal question - what is Hudson Williams’ Emmy moment? For more Drop Your Buffs, subscribe to our

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56:09

The Traitors 4, Episode 1 Recap

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2026/01/10

We are SO back in The Traitors castle, giving flowers to a stronger-than-expected cast and a great premiere. We open with a Star-heavy round of Star or Starless, discuss Peacock’s release strategy and unpack the secret traitor twist. They also talk about the wild Traitor selections, the fallout after the first mission and the casting of Michael Rapaport.To catch our full coverage of The Traitors, subscribe to our Substack.Find us on Instagram:Drop Your Buffs: @dropyourbuffspodEvan:

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