The Women's Alliance : A Survivor Podcast

"Just Make Fire, Please!" (S44 E13)

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 15:30:24 -0000

We made it to the end, and we agree, it WAS a banger of a season. And who better to review the season finale of Survivor than with friend and comedian Mary McDonnell! We are so happy to have a worthy winner this season, discuss if we can spot the winner via the edit, and speculate on what we want to see for future seasons of Survivor. Someone let us choose themed seasons and future challenges!

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“Early Birds Catch the Immunity Idol” (S44 E12)

Sun, 28 May 2023 22:33:48 -0000

Join Lida for a conversation with Ernest Meyers - a comedian, writer, and avid Survivor fan - about Season 44, Episode 12. On Survivor fire is your life and this episode is fire - they talk about their favorite seasons, Beyoncé, and the power of striking. Of course, they analyze strategy too - the tensions between Jamie, Heidi, and Lauren and their chances of making it to the final three, how knowledge of Survivor can be beneficial or detrimental, and debate the advantages of individual versus group rewards. And of course, it’s the last chance to predict who is going to win Survivor. The Women’s Alliance has spoken.

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"I Would Love to Sh!t in the Ocean" (S44 E11)

Wed, 17 May 2023 15:29:00 -0000

We are happily joined by our favorite guy, Yoni Lotan, to cover Survivor S44E11, “I’m Not Worthy”, and as newer Survivor fans, we all ate it up! In this episode we jump into Survivor theory, what happens on the production side of filming Survivor, how much awareness you need as a player, and how long does it really take to vote? We’re big fans of owning your emotions, famous Survivor controversies, and ask the question: how important is physical prowess for final tribal?

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"The Sisterhood of the Traveling Shirt" (S44 E10)

Fri, 12 May 2023 16:09:00 -0000

This week Lida is joined by the amazing playwright and writer Rachel Herron to talk about S44 E10 while Jenny works on a Gala (We have to make that money if we’re not winning the million dollars). Lida and Rachel get into bringing back the brainy challenges, social skills on the island, and which players are hot! Who do you think is going to have to make fire?

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"The Doink Tribe" (S44 E9)

Thu, 11 May 2023 17:03:45 -0000

We’re thinking this episode was a little predictable but the love for Survivor is strong from Lida, Jenny, and special guest Rylan Sylvester. But we would do anything for a Survivor cameo, scout’s honor, and how important mediation seems to be this season! Special shout out to the Dream Team, people who think they’re threats but aren’t, and our dream sign off lines if we were voted off the island, (not that that would ever happen!)

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"A Fart Dissertation" (S44 E8)

Wed, 03 May 2023 13:11:28 -0000

The girls are back after watching this episode at former guest Gabe Bergado’s Crystal Lake Watch Party with some very special people. *Rhymes with Clam Clam* They’re joined by Christian Banda, who someday is probably going to be on Survivor - he’s already had a call back. We chat strategy, romances, and of course, the fart heard round Fiji. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

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"Wake Up, It’s the Merge!" (S44 E7)

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 13:09:00 -0000

Is that an echo we hear? Maybe! But it is also an echo of one of our favorite guests, comedian and friend, Rachel Taenzler is back to cover Survivor S44+E7, “Let’s Not Be Cute About It”! The merge is real, the love is real, the idols are not always real. We’re here for the 2003 Fan Cam for Matt & Frannie, we want a fully jury vote, and our new rule: We’re not dating if you don’t make the merge! And let’s hear it for Positive simp representation!

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“Literal Downfall” (S44 E5 & E6)

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 20:10:03 -0000

Oh my goodness, it’s just the girls to talk about Survivor S44E5 “The Third Turd” and S44E6 “Survivor with a Capital S.” Two episodes, one merge, a man who fell from a rock, and the ghost of the man who got bonked on the head. We talk about the twists this season (We like!), whether it would hurt or help our careers to be on Survivor (We don’t know but probably bad!), and who we would be ok with winning this season (Not the men!). Do you guys think Carolyn is going to win? Let us know in the comments.

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“Threat Management 101” (S44 E4)

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 20:40:11 -0000

Hello to Felicia! We are joined again by one of our fave comedians and friends, Glennis LaRoe, to cover Survivor S44E4 “I’m Felicia”. Though we may have started watching with ex’s but the only X’s we care about now are the ones in the birdcage! Of course we are rooting for the underdog, we spot the Disney adults, are huge fans of the big boys jumping in the water, and we sense a villain origin story coming. And we ask the big question: Should Survivor cast an influencer? Tune in at the end as we actively stalk some of our favorite players on social media, no one is safe from our detective skills!

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“Kane-adians” (S44 E3)

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 23:35:45 -0000

Raise your torches because Jenny and Lida are back with one of their favorite guests of the pod, Connor Johnston, to get into weird little episode S44 Ep3 “Sneaky Little Snake.” And it’s extra special because Connor watched this episode at CLAIRE’S APARTMENT with a dozen Survivor players - Maddy, Helen, Claire, Carson, Matthew, Josh, Jam Jam… wtf! He doesn’t have spoilers, but he does have details. We talk about mental health on Survivor, all the girlies getting voted out, and fake immunity idols galore!

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"The Two Pinky's" (S44 E 1+2)

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0000

We’re back baby! We are ready for an invigorating season with hosts Lida Darmian & Jenny Gorelick to cover the first two episodes of Survivor Season 44. Of course we need to cover a bit of season 43 before we get into what we think of the first two episodes: “I Can’t Wait to See Jeff” & “Two Dorky Magnets.” These new tribe members have personality, strength, and savvy, but who do we align with? Immediately we are saying farewell to more members than we thought, but there’s also a budding romance. Of course, it’s better to be nominated to be picked up by the man on the boat to get an advantage early, but then you have to be a really good liar. And are we able to name a winner from the first two eps?

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“You Can Choose Your Own Path” (S41 Ep 13)

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:23:47 -0000

We did it! Lida’s recording live from a Covid Hotel for the finale, let’s go! And *spoilers* but turns out Jenny correctly guessed the winner, and our girl Erika is the Sole Survivor. Hooray! We chat about the incredible fire-making challenge, Ricard’s sad exit, Xander’s villain edit, and the Covid of it all!! Join us as we drop our buffs one last time for Season 41. Slow and steady wins the race, baby!

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“The Light in Me Extinguishes Your Light” (S41 Ep 12)

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 13:50:45 -0000

It’s finally here, our penultimate episode of S41!!! Lida and Jenny are joined by UCB’s hottest couple 5 years in a row and gorgeous new parents, Betsy Kenney & Ryan Haney. Jenny is absolutely in quarantine with Covid, but that doesn’t stop them from talking about Survivor’s obsession with ex-NFL players, Danny & DeShawn not fighting for their loves, and our FINAL PREDICTIONS for who will be the Sole Survivor. We also get into missing the family visits and the idol hunts. Make your guesses for who was right in predicting the winner! Hehehehe.

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“I’m Hungry, I’m Horny, & I'm Paranoid” (S41 Ep 11)

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0000

This season is aging like a fine wine by getting better with time, and we are stoked to be joined by comedian Glennis LaRoe. We discuss the importance of spoiler-free culture, the impact Shan's leaving has had on the game, and the twist to end all twists—Do or Die! We chat about the magical elements of the show, Liana speaking to the racial dynamic of the game, and UTI medication on the island. Tune as we get one step closer to finding our winner!

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“How You Play is Who You Are” (S41 Ep 9 + 10)

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 15:46:22 -0000

As a treat, the Survivor gods gifted us two amazing episodes! We are joined by a new Survivor watcher and Lida’s mom (!) Setareh for her first ever podcast recording. We talk about how you play in the game is how you play in life, the very fun double elimination, and how episode 10 is a perfect episode. Now that we’ve lost a few of our favorites, we’re starting to see Xander play smartly from the bottom, Erika just playing smartly in general, and Ricard is JUDAS. And as always, what’s the point of the shot in the dark??? Happy Holidays to us!!!!!

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“Really Got Survivored” (S41 Ep 8)

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 18:13:08 -0000

Wow, the episodes are really starting to slap! We’re joined by the hilarious Gianmarco Soresi (The Downside Podcast) to talk about which seasons of Survivor he should watch (all of them… but especially the ones with hook ups), treats at the sit out bench, and as always our favorite Mafia Pastor. The question of the day is… would you be mad about Papaya Gate?

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“Applesauce Brains” (S41 Ep 6 + 7)

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 17:36:25 -0000

Finally we are HAPPY with what’s going on, and we are ecstatic to be joined by hot hot comedian, Ariel Gitlin!, to discuss the first two-part episode of the season! Through our journeys, we have developed applesauce brains, having stomach issues on the island, and the birth of a BIPOC alliance. We promise to start training our cores for the infamous foot challenge, the wacky time-turner twist, and we discuss the way the diversity of the casting has impacted the alliances. It’s a spicy one!

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“Don’t Tell People About Your Idols!” (S41 Ep 4 + 5)

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 17:32:15 -0000

It’s two more wild episodes and the “secret” advantages are out of control! Lida and Jenny are joined by bestie of the pod, Connor Johnston, to talk about Cirie, of course, baby turtles, and sportsmanship. We debate Heather’s struggle with the reward challenge and settle once and for all what is the point of the Shot in the Dark Advantage. Come hang out with us at our watch parties at Tailgate Bar in Brooklyn!

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“Radical Acceptance” (S41 Ep 3)

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 16:47:43 -0000

The super speed season continues, and we are just trying to keep everything straight! Today we are joined by comedian and Tribeca Film Festival darling, Dara Katz. We pay an ode to Buffs, the million advantages, and we want them to bring back the night vision camera! We discuss the way idols and advantages are rapid fire this season, our idea for idols, how we miss the reward challenges, and what else we want to see in Survivor. And now we all get to guess: who will win?

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“COME ON IN! “ (S41 Ep 1+2)

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 15:44:00 -0000

Thank the Survivor Gods - it’s finally a brand new season! For the first time ever, Lida and Jenny are both watching Survivor in real-time and neither of them knows who will win. Jeff had a lot of time to think about what he’s done over the pandemic, and he comes in hot and mean - making the tribes fight to survive, taking away their flints, and … no rice!? We gossip about our initial thoughts on the players and have some HUGE drop our buffs about the B-roll packages and advantages. And in the end, Jenny and Lida both reveal who they think will be the 41st Sole Survivor!!

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“Season 40: Zoom at War” (S40 Ep13+14)

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 15:39:27 -0000

We have reached the finish line of Survivor season 40, and Lida is FINALLY caught up! Join us as we review the final two episodes of Season 40: Winners at War! We dissect the importance of fire-making, the thousands of tribals that took place in these two episodes, the top 3 being from Dirty Jerz, and Lacina’s pivotal tribal council. And finally, do we think that the winner was a true survivor? Listen to find out!

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“Everyone a Juicy Threat” (S40 Ep11+12)

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:35:33 -0000

On this episode, we are reminded that Survivor is forever, since it outlasts jobs and relationships. For episodes 11+12 of season 40, we are joined by the brilliant and hilarious Tao Yang, who also fell for Survivor and is watching the series like a snake eating its own tail. Once again, we pitch ideas for our upcoming themed seasons, what we really think about the Edge of Extinction, and what winner do we think didn’t earn their wins? We also admit if we would be okay lying to our fellow islanders, talk aqua dumps, and have our hottest Drop Our Buffs to date! Listen along as we are nearing the end of the best season of Survivor!

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“I Gotta Talk to CBS” (S40 Ep9+10)

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0000

We’re so close to the end, now that we are recapping Season 40, episodes 9 and 10, and it’s such a huge get to be speaking with comedian and author of The Astonishing Life of August March, Aaron Jackson! We admit that Survivor has a lifelong grip on our lives, how the game has changed over the past 40 seasons, and we pitch themes for future seasons of Survivor. Runner up season, anyone?

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“Survivor is Hard, It Seems” (S40 Ep7+8)

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Hello and good morning, and we gotta say it, this show SLAPS! We say goodbye to the Queen and welcome back our first returning player from the Edge of Extinction! We are the Kathie Lee and Hoda of Survivor, and discuss what our dream merge feast would contain, the theme song with lyrics, and what kind of winner’s styles we like to watch. And, can Lida pick only *ONE* winner? Who will be the Winner of all winners? Listen, and find out!

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“Denise With Two Idols” (S40 Ep5+6)

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:07:12 -0000

What a gift that we are recapping two of the BEST EPISODES OF SURVIVOR OF ALL TIME - Season 40, Episodes 5 and 6. Lida and Jenny are joined by the hilarious Gabe Bergado for the second time to talk about being trapped on an island with an ex and DENISE! OMG DENISE! We also look into the political beliefs of the entire Winners at War cast… so you don’t have to.

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“The Thesis of Winners at War” (S40 Ep3+4)

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 15:14:21 -0000

We did it, we earned our buffs, baby with one of our most iconic guests, Connor Johnston! Even upon second watch, these episodes absolutely slap! We dive into real-life Survivor run—ins, who we loved to see back, which contestants are game-day players, how we really feel about Edge of Extinction, and Survivor by zodiac signs. Once more, we come for Paramount plus, the hottest Survivor Contestants, and another spicy take about Jeff Probst!

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“Old School/New School” (S40 Ep1+2)

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0000

We’re so freaking pumped to be watching Winners at War! Lida has watched 39 seasons of Survivor in order as the CBS Gods intended, and here we are at S40 Episodes 1 + 2. We started in a pandemic and look at us now! First a recap from Lida of S34-S39 [spoiler alert, not all of the seasons were good!]. Then, the girls are joined by repeat guest Nicole Drespel and her partner Chris Scott. We talk about our favorite players, those bright messenger bags, and of course, Old School vs. New School. Plus, the hottest drop your buff about Probst that we’ve had yet.

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“Become One With the Island” Special Interview with Zeke Smith (S33, S34)

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 17:25:38 -0000

Welcome to a very special episode of the Women’s Alliance where we sit down and chat with one of our favorite Survivor players, Zeke Smith! We get an in-depth behind the scenes like what happens when the other tribe is at tribal council, how to find an idol, and what it would take to get him back on the island! We chat about how Survivor changed him, the importance of a good therapist, and pro tips before you go to the island! Practice your puzzles, kids!!

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The Women’s Alliance is on the More Banana network. It is produced by Regina Averion. Music is by Boy Brooks. Cover art is by Dustin Molina.

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“Team Hannah” (S33 E13+14)

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0000

We made it! Lida and Jenny have recapped another season, and oh boy are these eps chock full of eliminations! We recap S33 episodes 13 and 14 with comedian & fan (he was literally at this reunion) Jason Sweeten. Of course, we talk about the winner, being millennials, and how much we love to see men cry about their moms. And at the end of it all, we HAVE to drop our buffs for JUSTICE FOR HANNAH!

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“Kentender” (S33 E11+112)

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 18:09:53 -0000

Last week we asked for more things to happen, and the Survivor gods heard our prayer! We are joined by gorgeous multi-hyphenate guest, April Lavalle who reminds us how easy it is to get back into watching Survivor even if you stopped! We discuss why watching two different Survivor seasons at the same time sucks, losing someone to a rock, why Survivor is like the mob, and how there are so many sweet moments on this show. And even with the saddest nuggets you’ve ever seen, Survivor is still a horny show!

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“The Figgy of It All” (S33 E9+10)

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 20:03:44 -0000

Today we’re back to the original Women’s Alliance with an intimate episode with just Lida and a very sick Jenny. We read reviews from two gorgeous listeners - thank you so much! And then get into episodes 9 and 10 of S33. We talk about Jeff Probst is not a cool dad, having too many people for the merge, Tail’s childish drama & bad jar skills, and having the confidence to sit out of the Immunity Challenge and just eat the sandwich. What can we say, this episode we reveal it all because we went on a girls trip and are tired. That’s just what happens!

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“Conch Out My Torch” (S33 E7+8)

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 20:44:13 -0000

We’re into the thick of it with episodes 7 and 8 of Season 33: Gen X vs. Millennials. It’s a horrible blindside followed by THE MERGE of all things! Lida and Jenny are joined by hilarious comedian and sneaky queen, Gracie Canaan, who had never seen an episode of Survivor prior to these two episodes. Her takes are super hot including...why is the show...not about surviving? We talk about the confessional glow, missing Michaela, and of course the gorgeous seashell pen at Tribal. This might be our favorite episode yet!

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“You’re Hot. You. Are. Hot.” (S33 E3+4)

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 15:25:20 -0000

This week we are joined by a perfect guest, actor, comedian, and the very best Story Pirate, Andrew Barbato! As season 33 heats up in these two episodes, we learn that anyone and anything can be a dad, how much fun it is to watch fans play the game, animals as story-telling devices, how to maneuver Survivor as a couple, how racism shows up in Survivor, and our views on blazers. Plus, what kind of healthcare coverage does Daddy Jeff have? Only the CBS overlords know!

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“#Blindside” (S33 E3+4)

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 21:20:05 -0000

Wawaweewa, it’s a new episode of the Women’s Alliance with a WELL-PLAYED IMMUNITY IDOL! Lida and Jenny are joined by the hilarious Devin Ritchie (UCB Comedy) to talk about the playful Millennial tribe vs. the ...sorry to say it, kinda boring Gen X tribe in episodes 3 and 4 of Season 33. These episodes have the first ever Summit (huh?) National Geographic level cinematography (wow!), and classic Michaela swagger (yes!). And of course, big buff drops about the Rights of Passage and tarps. Give them tarps, Jeff! We also have some truly incredible ideas for themes for future seasons...hit us up, CBS.

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“The ‘Ceps, Bro” (S33 E1+2)

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 17:32:36 -0000

Lida and Jenny are back with a classic show format, where Jenny has seen it, and Lida has not: Survivor Season 33: Gen X vs. Millennials! Lida did her homework and watched seasons 29-32 in our brief hiatus, and she gives her quick thoughts on all the seasons. Which did she like, and which did she hate? And did a season of Survivor get spoiled for Lida? Then we dive in with comedian, playwright, and comedian Mark Levy. Mark discusses what it’s like to be a longtime fan of Survivor, and a friend of someone on the show. We talk residuals, grandpa millennials, a real life rite of passage, the differences between Millennials and Gen Xers, beautiful beach shots, and the Fiji partnership. Tune in as we begin a tale for the ages, with a generation forward season of Survivor.

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“Sandra’s Rise” (S7 E13+14)

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 19:22:00 -0000

Another season in the books, and we are emotional because we love when women win! Jenny and Lida are joined by the hilarious and lovely Connor Johnston (CBS - can you believe?). We talk about Sandra’s rise, despising the Rights of Passage, not going to trivia without a full team, and the curse of winning a car. Connor brings the most surprising hot take about Rupert, and as always, whales are TOO big. Thanks for being a part of our tribe!

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“How Ruthless Are You?” (S7 E11+12)

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0000

We did it! We finally made it to the episode where Jonny Fairplay causes a future schism for all Survivor seasons to come with the greatest lie ever told (and some Oscar worthy acting to match)! Lida and Jenny are joined by funny guy John Trowbridge (check out his Tik Tok) to discuss Season 7, episodes 11 and 12, and we want to know how many lies can you juggle!? We also talk about girl bosses, the tea on the loved ones visit, the cursed word scramble challenge, and having “oh gorsh” energy. If you don’t drop your buff for something, you won’t drop your buff for anything!

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“I Love A TV Villain” (S7 E9+10)

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 12:28:42 -0000

Unwind with The Women’s Alliance as they dress up for the recording and review Episodes 9 + 10 of Survivor Season 7: Pearl Islands. They are joined by comedian and writer extraordinaire Ryan Alkire, a fellow pandemic Survivor binger who is watching this season again. We discuss how Survivor brings people together, Jeff’s man-crushes, what it means to be a b, style icons on the island, Mandy Moore’s career, and dole out incredible life advice. Follow along as we discuss some of the most strategic moves of the season and once again debate the hottest Survivor contestants!

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The Women’s Alliance is on the More Banana network. It is produced by Blair Dawson. Music is by Boy Brooks. Cover art is by Dustin Molina.

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“I Love It, I Think It’s CAMP” (S7 E7+8)

Wed, 26 May 2021 18:29:24 -0000

Lida and Jenny are joined by their third best friend, comedian, actor, and host of Return of the Mak podcast, Mākena Miller, to review episodes 7 and 8 of. Season 7: Pearl Islands. We discuss who our Survivor-whisperer was that got us all into watching Survivor (spoiler, it was Jenny), and delve into the subject of water, why Survivor should hire us, why Survivor is so hard, our Pirate Roots, bullying, props, and the huge twist of the introduction of a third tribe. And we all agree: we have enough time to make (coconut) popcorn!

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“Pay for the Rights, Hulu!” (S7 E5+6)

Wed, 19 May 2021 16:25:26 -0000

This episode begins with drama as Lida and Jenny realize one of the harrowing truths of watching an older season of Survivor… the episodes are not all on Hulu! But, tribemates, don’t freak out! Episode 6 is available on Paramount Plus. Phew. We’re joined by the host of the Bitter Jurors Survivor podcast, Sam Stanish, to discuss episodes 5 and 6 of Season 7: Pearl Islands. It’s a series of episodes where despite hating Jonny Fairplay and everything he stands for, we have to give it up for his good moves, and so many animal moments, secrets about the camera crew, and an incredible looking steak reward.

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“Don’t Be a Bully” (S7 E3+4)

Wed, 12 May 2021 13:56:58 -0000

We’re thrilled to report that this season is still so much fun! Jenny and Lida are so excited to get into S7 E 3+4 with comedian Lexi Notrica to discuss whether you should ever throw a challenge, bullying on Survivor, and how to nail your confessionals. The pirate theme has serious Bar Mitzvah energy, and we are here for it!

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“Outfits Are Important” (S7 E1+2)

Wed, 05 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Lida and Jenny are back with season two of The Women’s Alliance! The tribe has spoken, we tallied the vote, and we’re going back in time to watch episodes 1 &2 of Season 7: Pearl Islands (Pirates, much?). This is a season that Jenny hasn’t seen before, but Lida has! But here’s the thing—they both already know who wins. So any spoiler queens, turn away—we do reveal the winner this episode! The hosts fly solo as they discuss ideal Survivor outfits, the nudity clause, and we meet some favorite players of the entire series.

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“Turn It Up!” Special Interview with Brice Izyah (S28)

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0000

As a special treat the girls are joined by beloved cast member and host of The Purple Pants Podcast, Brice Izyah, to spill the tea about S28 Cagayan. We talk about making a good first impression, what happens before you film and immediately after you’re voted out, representation on Survivor, the community of former players, and of course, tips for how to nail your own Survivor application. Also...what Jeff Probst smells like... all the info you need to know! We love our baby boy so much, and this episode is truly a delight!

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Mon, 08 Mar 2021 19:03:58 -0000

Need Survivor recaps, analysis, and predictions of who’s voted off the island? Did you just get obsessed with Survivor through its recent Netflix release and need to catch up on the 40 season-long reality show competition? The Women’s Alliance has got your back.

Every week, comedians Lida Darmian and Jenny Gorelick recap the reality show Survivor, starting with season 28: Brains, Beauty, Brawn. The podcast will dig into each season, interviewing former contestants, Survivor experts, reality TV fans, and fellow obsessed comedians. Both comedians became addicted to Survivor during the pandemic with Lida watching every season in order - WITHOUT spoilers - and Jenny watching twenty of “the best” seasons. This is a podcast for newbies and veterans, die-hards, strategists, and anyone who wants to wear a buff.

Watch Survivor along with Jenny and Lida as part of The Women’s Alliance every week, releasing Wednesdays with new episodes.

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