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Talking with T-Bird: Wanda Shirk Watch the podcast on YouTube! The Survivor RHAP podcast’s “Talking with T-Bird” series is back as Rob Cesternino and co-host Teresa “T-Bird” Cooper reconnect with Survivor: Palau’s Wanda Shirk—a player whose journey remains one of the most unique in Survivor history. In this special episode, Rob and T-Bird are joined by Josh Wigler to share Wanda’s perspective on being the only Survivor castaway to leave before getting a buff, torch, or Tribal Council moment. Right from the start, Wanda opens up about the iconic schoolyard pick twist in Survivor: Palau, explaining how it felt to stand among 20 players, only to be left without a tribe due to the “men pick a woman, women pick a man” format. She details her preparation—even swimming and running to be the most ready over-50 contestant—and discusses the emotional aftermath for both herself and Jonathan, who shared her fate. The group also explores Wanda’s lasting Survivor legacy: her spontaneous songs, the creation of the fan-favorite “Wand-Off” tradition, and her ongoing love for the show despite its twists and ever-evolving format. Rob, T-Bird, and Josh dig into Survivor’s changing game structure, from Palau’s massive starting group to the fairness of modern twists, and Wanda provides a rare look at castaway camaraderie before the game truly begins. A surprise audio message from Palau’s Kobe brings back personal memories, highlighting how deeply Wanda connected with her peers in just two short days on the beach. Key moments in this episode: – Behind the scenes of Survivor: Palau’s infamous schoolyard pick twist – Wanda’s thoughts on preparing as an active, older woman for Survivor – Reflections on how game twists affect fairness and opportunity for all contestants – The origin and impact of Wanda’s musical legacy and the RHAP “Wand-Off” – Personal stories of friendship, resilience, and lessons in choosing happiness after adversity How might Survivor’s history have changed if Wanda, with her positive spirit and knack for uniting people, had made it onto a tribe? What can her journey teach fans and players alike about perspective and character in the game? Listen in for Wanda’s unforgettable Survivor perspective and discover why players and fans still sing her praises twenty years later. Chapters:0:00 Wanda Shirk Joins Talking with T-Bird2:49 Wanda’s Survivor Palau Journey Begins4:02 The Schoolyard Pick Twist Explained6:08 Lifetime Achievement for Hiking Trails9:01 Wanda Reflects on Palau What-Ifs12:00 Survivor’s Unfair Twists and Redemption18:57 The Jonathan Story: Aftermath and Reactions22:08 Survivor’s Group Dynamics and Social Challenges24:41 Strategic Alliances Form Early in Palau26:10 Surprise Message from Kobe to Wanda29:13 Wanda’s Musical Legacy on Survivor32:25 The Birth of the Survivor Wand-Off35:28 Wanda Performs Her Survivor Rap40:43 Wanda Watches Every Survivor Season41:50 Favorite Seasons and Old School Twist45:46 Bond of the Best: Strategy Philosophy51:59 Choosing Happiness and Forgiveness Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage!LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feedWATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Sue Hawk Watch this podcast on YouTube! 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. Just when you think you know Survivor 50, the legends themselves return to shake things up. Host Rob Cesternino teams up with T-Bird Cooper for a memorable "Talking with T-Bird" deep dive, retracing the roots of Survivor history and connecting it with the unpredictable energy of the current season. This episode stands out as T-Bird finally tracks down the elusive Sue Hawk, whose raw, unfiltered perspective on Survivor Borneo still sets the standard for honest gameplay and legendary jury speeches. Survivor 50 is back in the spotlight as Rob and T-Bird relive Sue’s iconic story, all while comparing early Survivor’s “wild west” style to the fast-paced idol hunts, immunity twists, and softer conditions of the modern game. Sue doesn’t hold back, critiquing how much easier conditions seem now—from 26-day seasons to the abundance of clothes and comforts—and reflecting on the real threats and alliances that shaped Borneo. She breaks down the truth behind those first alliances, the sting of betrayal, and why every move on Survivor comes with lasting consequences, both in the game and back in the real world. Key discussion points include: – Sue’s behind-the-scenes journey from "off the grid" legend to Survivor All-Star, and how she finally agreed to talk after years of letters and texts with T-Bird – Insights into Survivor Borneo’s original alliances and Sue’s “snake and rat” speech that rocked reality TV – Raw comparisons between old-school survival—sand fleas, rain, boredom, and bush medicine—versus Survivor 50’s so-called “softball” era – How modern twists (idols, shortened seasons) impact the intensity and credibility of winning – Reflections on loyalty, trust, and what it really means to survive—on the island and beyond As Rob and T-Bird revisit Sue’s legacy, they question whether today’s players could endure old-school hardships or if strategic complexity now outweighs environmental grit. Can emotional honesty still change the game, or has the new era made it all about flash and fleeting power? Dive into this episode for Survivor storytelling that bridges generations, reveals hard truths, and keeps your torch burning for what’s coming next. Listen now to see Survivor 50 through the eyes of legends—and decide for yourself if the game will ever be the same. Chapters:0:00 T-Bird’s Epic Sue Hawk Journey2:47 Landing the Elusive Sue Hawk Interview6:07 Borneo Origins: Sue’s Survivor Backstory14:25 Survivor Softballs: New Era Critique19:17 Creating the Gilligan’s Island Audition24:56 The Wild Survivor Casting Process32:59 Crafting the Legendary Final Speech39:03 Growing Up Tough in Wisconsin45:56 Adventures Hunting Bears in Russia1:14:21 Losing Out on Survivor Endorsements1:26:20 The Missed All-Girls Alliance Opportunity1:35:38 From Horses to Trucking Life1:45:09 Playing With Sue: Rob Reflects1:55:04 Hero or Villain: Sue’s Survivor Legacy2:21:40 T-Bird’s Toast to Sue Hawk Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage!LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feedWATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Amy O'Hara 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. 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! Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage!LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feedWATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Big Tom 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. This week, Rob and T-Bird talk to Survivor Africa and Survivor All Star's Big Tom Buchanan. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage!LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feedWATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Jake Billingsley 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. This week, Rob and T-Bird talk to Survivor Thailand's Jake Billingsley. You can check out Jake's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Jake's Survivor Wiki Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage!LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feedWATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Shambo Waters 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. Talking with T-Bird welcomes Shannon "Shambo" Waters from Survivor: Samoa in this latest episode. Hosts Rob Cesternino and Teresa "T-Bird" Cooper chat with the memorable contestant from Season 19, who shares stories from her time on the show and life updates. Shambo recounts her unique audition process, including demanding a smoking room and birthday cake. She discusses her alliance with Russell Hantz and the challenges of playing Survivor, particularly the harsh weather conditions in Samoa. Shambo also reveals she suffered a neck injury during filming that wasn't shown on TV. The conversation touches on Shambo's relationships with other castaways, including Mick Trimming and John Fincher. She expresses continued support for Fincher, who is battling cancer. Shambo also discusses her pre-Survivor career as a chef and her passion for cooking. Rob and T-Bird note Shambo's impact on fans, including newer viewers discovering the show through streaming. They praise her as a one-of-a-kind personality that resonates with audiences. Shambo uses the platform to raise awareness for relief efforts in Lahaina, Maui following recent wildfires. The hosts emphasize Shambo's uniqueness and storytelling ability, with Rob comparing her to other memorable Survivor personalities like Mad Dog and Jan Gentry. T-Bird highlights Shambo's kind heart and community involvement since the show. Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage!LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feedWATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Survivor 50 Flashbacks: Stephenie LaGrossa Kendrick on Talking with T-Bird Take a walk down memory lane with Survivor 50 Flashbacks, a special RHAP series re-releasing classic podcast moments featuring the Survivor 50 castaways. Before they returned to the island for the milestone season, they joined Rob Cesternino on RHAP to break down strategy, talk game, and share unforgettable stories. This week, we're flashing back to the Talking with T-Bird that featured Stephenie LaGrossa Kendrick! Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage!LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feedWATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Zoe Zanidakis Zoe Zanadakis shares her unique Survivor: Marquesas journey with hosts Rob Cesternino and T-Bird Cooper in this engaging Talkin' with T-Bird episode. From her unexpected entry into the game to her experiences as a commercial lobster fisherman, Zoe's stories offer a fresh perspective on the early days of Survivor. Zoe Zanidakis, known as the "Lobster Lady," joins the conversation to share her unique experiences from growing up on Monhegan Island, Maine, to her time on Survivor. Despite not being a fan of the show before joining, Zoe's outdoor skills and independent spirit made her a memorable contestant. She opens up about her initial reluctance to join the show, the challenges she faced, and her thoughts on alliances and game strategy. Key Takeaways: Zoe's journey from a small fishing community to the Survivor stage. The challenges of adapting to the social dynamics of Survivor. Behind-the-scenes stories, including a hilarious mix-up with a boom mic. Reflections on the physical and mental demands of the game. Zoe's thoughts on the idea of returning for Survivor 50. Don't miss this captivating episode filled with insider stories and heartfelt moments.   Get your hands on some custom Talking with T-Bird merch!  Be sure to check our some great offers from our sponsors! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Will Wahl 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. In this episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird welcome Survivor: Millennials vs. Gen X player, Will Wahl. You can check out Will's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Will's Survivor Wiki Profile Get your hands on some custom Talking with T-Bird merch!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Sugar Kiper 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. In this episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird welcome Survivor: Gabon and Heroes Villains castaway, Sugar Kiper! You can check out Sugar's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Sugar's Survivor Wiki Profile Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Janet Carbin 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. In this episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird welcome Survivor: Island of the Idols castaway, Janet Carbin! You can check out Janet's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Janet's Survivor Wiki Profile Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Jonathan Penner 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. In this episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird welcome Survivor: Cook Islands, Micronesia, and Philippines castaway, Jonathan Penner! You can check out Penner's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Jonathan's Survivor Wiki Profile Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Aubry Bracco 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. In this episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird welcome Survivor: Kaoh Rong, Game Changers, and Edge of Extinction castaway, Aubry Bracco! You can check out Aubry's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Aubry's Survivor Wiki Profile Get your hands on some custom Talking with T-Bird merch!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Nick Brown 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. In this episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird welcome Survivor: The Australian Outback castaway, Nick Brown! Nick Brown placed seventh in Survivor: The Australian Outback. Since being on Survivor, Nick finished his degree at Harvard Law and was appointed the United States attorney for the Western District of Washington, which he resigned from to join the race for Attorney General of Washington. You can check out Nick's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Nick's Survivor Wiki Profile Get your hands on some custom Talking with T-Bird merch!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Christa Hastie 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. In this episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird welcome Survivor: Pearl Islands castaway, Christa Hastie! Christa Hastie placed sixth in Survivor: Pearl Islands and was known for her fabulous tribal council hairstyles and her alliance with fellow Drake tribe members, Sandra Diaz-Twine and Rupert Boneham.  You can check out Christa's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Christa's Survivor Wiki Profile Get your hands on some custom Talking with T-Bird merch!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Tina Wesson 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. In this episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird welcome three-time player Tina Wesson. Tina won Survivor: The Australian Outback and came back to play in Survivor: All Stars and also played with her daughter, Katie, in Survivor: Blood vs Water. Tina is the first woman to win Survivor and is known for her stellar social game.  You can check out Christine's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Tina's Survivor Wiki Profile Get your hands on some custom Talking with T-Bird merch!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. In the sixty-first episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird’s welcome Survivor: South Pacific castaway Christine Shields Markoski. Christine was voted out early, but became an unforgettable force in the game. With the Redemption Island twist in play, Christine's game was far from over when she was voted out. Although she was voted out of her tribe on day 6, it took until day 19 to break her winning streak in the Redemption Island duels. Her grit and determination brought her far in the game and in life. Check in with what Christine has been up to since South Pacific in this fun interview with Rob and T-Bird! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Greg "Tarzan" Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. In the fifty-ninth episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird’s welcome Survivor: Tocantins castaway Debbie Beebe! Debbie kicked off her Tocantins odyssey as the oldest woman on the Timbira tribe, playing alongside season stand-out Coach and Rob's News AF co-host Tyson Apostol, whom with she quickly aligned. She played her cards right and easily made it the merge. Post-merge, Debbie stuck with her alliance, won two rewards and individual immunity and continued to play the social game hard. When she told JT and Stephen she would be happy to take third place if they would let her stay, she was recognized as a strategic player and a big threat to the Jalapao 3, she was voted out in sixth place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. In the fifty-eighth episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird’s welcome Survivor: Marquesas castaway, Tammy Leitner! A key member of the Rotu, the dominant tribe of her season, Tammy successfully survived the first 9 days, thanks to her tribe's winning streak and her under-the-radar gameplay. After a swap shook up the game, Tammy and three of her former Rotu members formed the Rotu 4, a memorable alliance credited with the vote out of Boston Rob at the merge. Tammy won back to back individual immunities, but couldn't keep the streak up and was voted out at the first opportunity. She is remembered for a scathing speech at final tribal council, criticizing the final two. In her personal life, Tammy is a hard-nosed reporter, winning many awards for her investigative work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 In the fifty-seventh episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird’s welcome two time contestant, from Survivor: Fiji and Survivor: Micronesia, Yau-Man Chan! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. In the fifty-sixth episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird’s welcome the winner of Survivor: The Amazon, Jenna Morasca!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking with T-Bird: Val & Jeremy Collins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. In the fifty-fourth episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird’s guest is 4th place finisher on Survivor: China, Denise Martin. Denise Martin, the lunch lady from Massachusetts, was thrilled and awed to be in a Chinese temple at the beginning of her Survivor journey. She never lost that awe as she continued through the game, thoroughly appreciative of where she was lucky enough to be. Placed on the Fei Long tribe, Denise made friends and wasn't considered a threat. A lot of Denise's game ended up being influenced by food - making allies or enemies based on picks for reward challenges, her inability to swallow the balut to help her team win a challenge, twice. Her alliances and friendships were able to get her to the final four, where she lost the final immunity challenge and was voted out 3-1. As highlighted in Survivor: China, Denise has a passion for karate. She is a second degree black belt in American Kenpo Karate and owns a karate school. You can check out Denise's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Denise Martin's Survivor Wiki Profile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. In the fifty-third episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird’s guest is 5th place finisher on Survivor: Palau, Caryn Groedel. Caryn's journey on Survivor began on the dominant Koror tribe, where she was selected in a schoolyard pick. Although she was outside the majority alliance on Koror and was not vital to challenge success, Caryn was safe as her tribe went on to win every tribal immunity challenge that season. In lieu of a traditional merge, Stephanie, the final remaining member of the Ulong tribe was absorbed into Koror, and the individual phase of the game began. She found herself in a much better position and found trust in eventual season winner Tom Westman. After being involved in the blindside of Ian, Caryn found herself in the crosshairs and was voted out of the game on Day 36. In her personal life, Caryn is a lawyer and lives in Ohio with her husband and three daughters. You can check out Caryn's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Caryn Groedel's Survivor Wiki Profile. Get your hands on some custom Talking with T-Bird merch!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. In the fifty-second episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird’s guest is 3rd place finisher on Survivor: Thailand, Jan Gentry. Jan's Survivor career began with a big responsibility: as eldest female, she was charged with choosing the members of the Chuay Ghan tribe. Although she was criticized for choosing the older and perceived weaker castaways, it may have been that early game decision that resulted in her lasting in the game until day 38. A kooky, offbeat character, Jan both mystified and entertained her tribe. Perhaps most memorable was the pet cemetery she established on Chuay Ghan beach, best retold in Mario Lanza's Funny 115 article. Jan's non-threatening air had her protected until the Final Immunity Challenge, where season winner Brian Heidik decided to send her to jury as he felt she was very well-liked and he had a better chance against Clay Jordan. T-Bird and Rob are thrilled to catch up with Jan 20 years after her Survivor debut. You can check out Jan's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Jan Gentry's Survivor Wiki Profile. Get your hands on some custom Talking with T-Bird merch!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. In the fifty-first episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird’s guest is 13th place finisher on Survivor: One World, and 19th place finisher on Survivor: Blood vs Water, Colton Cumbie. Colton's Survivor journey began on the all-male Manono tribe has a result of the men vs women twist on Surivor: One World. Although he found it difficult to relate to the men, he rejoiced in the twist that had both men and women tribes living on one beach, and quickly bonded with the women. He was gifted an immunity idol on Day 4 from Sabrina Thompson, and he soon formed the Misfit Alliance with Troyzan, Leif, Jonas and Tarzan in order to compete with the stronger men of the tribe. Colton's ego and attitude caused problems within both tribes, but he survived through a tribe swap and a few tribal councils before fateful Day 16. Colton began by complaining of a headache, eventually collapsing and choosing to leave the game due to acute appendicitis. His decision to take his idol out of the game as a souvenir rather than pass it along to an ally was met with controversy. Colton was asked to return for Survivor: Blood vs Water with his boyfriend Caleb Bankston. When the casting twist placed them on opposite tribes, Colton was once again an outcast on his tribe and was deeply disappointed to be separated from his loved one. On Day 7, when his tribe, Galang, went to Redemption Island to view the duel, Colton announced he was quitting the game as he felt it was unwinnable for him, he had no positive relationships with his team, and being apart from his boyfriend Caleb was too much. Colton is one of the most controversial and memorable contestants in Survivor history. Despite his contentious seasons of Survivor, Colton has experienced a life time in his short 31 years on Earth. In addition to being the recipient of much online bullying due to his Survivor career, in 2014, his partner in Survivor and life, Caleb Bankston was tragically killed in a work accident. In this podcast, Colton bravely shares his life and Survivor experiences. You can check out Colton's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from their Survivor career here: Colton Cumbie's Survivor Wiki Profile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. In the fiftieth episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird’s guest is 5th place finisher from Survivor: Samoa, Jaison Robinson. Jaison started his Survivor: Samoa journey on the Foa Foa Tribe. Nearly voted tribe leader, losing by just one vote to future ally Mick, Jaison was well-liked by his tribe early on. Despite being on the wrong end of Russel Hantz' infamous sock-burning sabotage, the two agreed to work together in the game. The Foa Foa tribe struggled in the pre-merge portion of the game, and entered the merge with only four players to Galu's eight. Those remaining four became the Foa Foa Four, consisting of Jaison, Russel Hantz, Mick Trimming and Natalie White, and were able to stick out the rest of the game, until on day 37 the final remaining member of the Galu tribe won immunity and forced the Foa Foa Four to turn against each other. Due to his strength, Jaison blindsided at the final five and became the eight member of the jury. You can check out Jaison's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from her Survivor career here: Jaison Robinson's Survivor Wiki Profile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. In the forty-ninth episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird’s guest is 16th place finisher from Survivor: Panama, "Timber" Tina Scheer. Although she only lasted three days on Survivor: Panama, Timber Tina has made a lasting impression on viewers. Starting the game on the Casaya tribe of older women, Tina was an instant stand-out. A workhorse and well-respected by her tribemates, Tina was an integral figure in the early days, helping her tribe start fire and build a livable shelter. However, Tina's remarks at tribal council regarding the other womens' lack of outdoorsy-ness ended her game early as the first person voted out of Survivor: Panama. Outside of her Survivor life, Timber Tina is founder of the "Chics with Axes," a world-champion Lumberjill team. You can check out Taj's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from her Survivor career here: Tina Scheer's Survivor Wiki Profile. Get your hands on some custom Talking with T-Bird merch!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. In the forty-eighth episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” Rob and T-Bird’s guest is fourth place finisher from Survivor: Tocantins, Taj Johnson-George. Tamara "Taj" Johnson George began the game on the Jalapao tribe, eventually forming one of the season's strongest alliances, The Jalapao 3 along with Survivor Know-It-All Stephen Fishbach and the eventual winner of Survivor: Tocantins, J.T. Thomas. Well-liked for her bubbly personality, Taj was also able to set up a cross-tribe alliance on Exile Island. Although her alliances were strong, Stephen suspected she would take J.T. to the final two over him, and thus convinced J.T. that they must vote out Taj at the final four. Taj only played in one season of Survivor, yet remains one of the most likeable and memorable characters of the series' 20+ year run. You can check out Taj's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from her Survivor career here: Taj Johnson-George's Survivor Wiki Profile. Get your hands on some custom Talking with T-Bird merch!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the forty-seventh episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” and in conjunction with Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains's appearance this week at the top of the RHAP All-Time Survivor Season Rankings, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Sandra Diaz-Twine. Sandra's first Survivor appearance, and victory, came during the seventh season of the show, Survivor: Pearl Islands. Despite her alliance of Drake tribe members being overthrown early in the merge, she managed to maneuver through different... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the forty-sixth episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” and in conjunction with Survivor: Millennials vs. Gen X's appearance this week on the RHAP All-Time Survivor Season Rankings, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Michaela Bradshaw. Rob and T-Bird speak with Michaela Bradshaw, who was one of the most dynamic players on Survivor:... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After PANAMA clocked in at #15 in the all-time rankings, Rob Cesternino and Teresa 'T-Bird' Cooper catch up with Survivor: Panama castaway Shane Powers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the forty-fourth episode of “Talking with T-Bird,” and in conjunction with Survivor: San Juan del Sur's appearance this week on the RHAP All-Time Survivor Season Rankings, Rob and T-Bird’s guests are none other than Keith and Wes Nale. Rob and T-Bird speak with Keith & Wes Nale, a father-son duo that got their start together on Survivor:... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In conjunction with Survivor: Palau's appearance this week on the RHAP All-Time Top 40 Rankings, Rob and T-Bird wanted to re-share a collection of their discussions with the cast members of Survivor: Palau. This podcast is a combination of the four interviews Rob and T-Bird have done thus far with Stephenie LaGrossa-Kendrick, winner Tom Westman, Ian Rosenberger, and runner-up Katie Gallagher For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In conjunction with Survivor: The Australian Outback's appearance this week on the RHAP All-Time Top 40 Rankings, Rob and T-Bird wanted to re-share one of their favorite episodes from Talking with T-Bird, which was originally released on March 7, 2021.  For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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 take listener questions. In the thirty-eighth episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is Maralyn "Mad Dog" Hershey. Rob and T-Bird speak with Maralyn "Mad Dog" Hershey, a castaway from Survivor: The Australian Outback. On Survivor: The Australian Outback, the second season, Maralyn started out on the green Ogakor tribe, where she initially struggled in the trek to camp to start the game.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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 take listener questions. In the forty-third episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Clarence Black. Rob and T-Bird speak with Clarence Black, a castaway from Survivor: Africa. On Survivor: Africa, the third season, Clarence started out on the yellow Boran tribe, where he quickly was a target for opening the tribe's can of beans and feeding his sick tribemate Diane Ogden and then having some himself, but despite being untrustworthy, he survived the first Tribal Council. He made it to the merge but the bean incident still didn't sit right with his former Boran tribemates, making him an early target and after losing the first Immunity Challenge to our very own T-Bird, he was voted out 8-2 on day 21, finishing in tenth place. Clarence also appeared on the Black Voices of Survivor Roundtable from last summer, which you can check out here: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the forty-second episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Rory Freeman. Rob and T-Bird speak with Rory Freeman, a castaway from Survivor: Vanuatu. On Survivor: Vanuatu, the ninth season, Rory started out on the red men’s Lopevi tribe, where he quickly joined the Fat Five Alliance despite his poor start to the game before being swapped over to the yellow Yasur tribe on day 11, where he was initially targeted. He later became a victim of the gender war being targeted by the women to keep their tribe intact going into the merge, voted out 6-1 on day 21, finishing in tenth place. You can check out Rory’s statistics on the Survivor Wiki from his Survivor career here: Rory Freeman’s Survivor Wiki Profile.  Check out the video version of the podcast on our YouTubechannel: Talking with T-Bird: Danni Boatwright Video.    Get your hands on some custom Talking with T-Bird merch!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob and T-Bird speak with Danni Boatwright, a two-time castaway from Survivor: Guatemala and Survivor: Winners at War. On Survivor: Guatemala, the eleventh season, Danni started out on the yellow Nakum tribe, where she made good relationships with those on her tribe before being swapped over to the blue Yaxha tribe on day 9, where she continued making strong relationships. Despite her alliance being down 6-4 at the merge and her alliance members being picked off one-by-one, she won an Immunity Challenge Advantage from the Survivor Auction, which allowed her to win Immunity when she needed it most, and to ingratiate herself with members of the opposing Nakum Alliance. Danni became known as the "stealth bomber" for her under-the-radar gameplay, which helped her get the win over Stephenie LaGrossa-Kendrick at the Final Tribal Council in a 6-1 vote. Several years later, Danni returned for Survivor: Winners at War, the show's monumental fortieth season, featuring solely victorious castaways. She was placed on the blue Sele tribe and after being on the right side of the numbers to vote out Natalie Anderson first, she struggled to adapt to the fast gameplay and paranoia led her to try to make a move against Parvati Shallow, which failed and led to her unanimous vote-out on day 6 as the third person voted out. She stayed on the Edge of Extinction the entire time, failing both re-entry challenges, and ultimately coming in nineteenth place. You can check out Danni's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from her Survivor career here: Danni Boatwright's Survivor Wiki Profile. Check out the video version of the podcast on our YouTube channel here: Talking with T-Bird: Danni Boatwright Video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the fortieth episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Anthony Robinson. Rob and T-Bird speak with Anthony Robinson, a castaway from Survivor: Fiji. On Survivor: Fiji, the fourteenth season, Anthony started out on the severely disadvantaged orange Ravu tribe, where he was targeted early for his subpar challenge performances by Mookie Lee and Rocky Reid in particular. He especially had a poor relationship with Rocky, mostly stemming from Rocky's continued rude behavior towards him. After being swapped over to the same Ravu beach with Rocky as well, he was targeted again for his weak challenge performance but stood up to Rocky for his behavior before his ultimate vote-out on day 16, leaving him in thirteenth place. You can check out Anthony's statistics on the Survivor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the thirty-ninth episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Dawn Meehan. Rob and T-Bird speak with Dawn Meehan, a castaway from Survivor: South Pacific and Survivor: Caramoan. On Survivor: South Pacific, the twenty-third season, Dawn started out on the red Savaii tribe, where she was a popular motherly figure among her tribe, but after refusing to join John Cochran in flipping on the Savaii Alliance, she was easily picked off by the Upolu Alliance, which ultimately led to her vote-out on day 28, leaving her in tenth place. Then, a year and a half later, she was invited to compete on the twenty-sixth season, Survivor: Caramoan - Fans vs. Favorites, as a member of the Favorites tribe. This time, she... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the thirty-eighth episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Maralyn "Mad Dog" Hershey. Rob and T-Bird speak with Maralyn "Mad Dog" Hershey, a castaway from Survivor: The Australian Outback. On Survivor: The Australian Outback, the second season, Maralyn started out on the green Ogakor tribe, where she initially struggled in the trek to camp to start the game. She quickly made a name for herself in the game when she expressed her distaste for Jerri Manthey going through Kel Gleason's bag after accusing him of smuggling beef jerky into the game. After reluctantly voting out Kel, she had a weak performance in the next Immunity challenge, which ultimately led to her vote-out on day 9 in a 5-1-1 vote at the third Tribal Council, leaving her in fourteenth place. You can check out Maralyn's statistics on the Survivor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the thirty-seventh episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Todd Herzog. Rob and T-Bird speak with Todd Herzog, a castaway from Survivor: China. On Survivor: China, the fifteenth season, Todd started out on the red Fei Long tribe, where Jean-Robert Bellande immediately labeled him as a strategic threat. He quickly formed an alliance with Amanda Kimmel, Courtney Yates, Denise Martin, and James Clement that gave him control of the game from the onset. His game even kicked into a higher gear post-merge where he not only helped orchestrate the demolition of the original Zhan Hu tribe, but also organized the two biggest blindsides of the season on Jean-Robert and James. He was initially disliked by much of the jury for his conniving ways but after one of, if not the best, Final Tribal Council performance in the history of the game, he was able to defeat Courtney and Amanda in a 4-2-1 vote. You can check out Todd's statistics on the Survivor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the thirty-sixth episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Holly Hoffman. Rob and T-Bird speak with Holly Hoffman, a castaway from Survivor: Nicaragua. On Survivor: Nicaragua, the twenty-first season, Holly started out on the older Espada tribe, quickly putting herself in a rocky position by aligning with first boot Wendy Jo DeShmidt-Kolhoff. After threatening to quit the game on day 5, Jimmy Johnson encouraged her to stay, surviving up to the merge. Her game kicked into another level after the merge putting herself in a great position, making good relationships with most of her fellow castaways. After Fabio won the last few Individual Immunity challenges, she was the biggest threat to win and was voted out on day 38, ending in fourth place and being the ninth and final member of the jury. You can check out Holly’s statistics on the Survivor Wiki from her Survivor career here: Holly Hoffman’s Survivor Wiki Profile. Get your hands on some custom Talking with T-Bird merch!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the thirty-fifth episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Lex van den Berghe. Rob and T-Bird speak with Lex van den Berghe, a castaway from Survivor: Africa and one of the first eighteen returnees in Survivor history on Survivor: All-Stars. On Survivor: Africa, the third season and the season featuring our very own co-host Teresa "T-Bird" Cooper, Lex started out on the Boran tribe, quickly putting himself in a good position by aligning with Ethan Zohn and "Big Tom" Buchanan. On day 13, he survived the first-ever swap in Survivor history as he was swapped over to the Samburu tribe with Tom, surviving up to the merge. His game kicked into another level after the merge when he received two votes at the first post-merge... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the thirty-fourth episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Ghandia Johnson. Rob and T-Bird speak with Ghandia Johnson, a castaway from Survivor: Thailand. On Survivor: Thailand, the fifth season, Ghandia started out on the Chuay Gahn tribe, struggling early in the challenges, but escaped the first few boots. Unfortunately, on the night of day 6, she was the victim of unwelcomed grinding during the night by fellow contestant Ted Rogers, Jr. After she confronted him about it in the morning, he apologized but after Ghandia felt his apology was disingenuous, she told of the incident to other members of her tribe. After Ted lied denied everything to his tribemates, he caused a major fight between the two, and because the tribe believed Ted over Ghandia, she was ultimately voted out on day 12, ending in thirteenth place. You can check out Ghandia's statistics on the Survivor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the thirty-third episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Kelly Wiglesworth. Rob and T-Bird speak with Kelly Wiglesworth, a castaway from Survivor: Borneo and one of the 20 voted onto the cast by the fans for Survivor: Cambodia - Second Chance. On Survivor: Borneo, Kelly started out on the Tagi tribe, quickly putting herself in a good position, aligning with many on her tribe. She made it through the merge and then helped take out each Pagong tribe member one by one, winning four Individual Immunity challenges in the process. Kelly made it to the first-ever Final Tribal Council, losing to Richard Hatch in a 4-3 vote. 15 years later, she was voted onto the cast of the show's thirty-first season, Survivor: Cambodia - Second Chance, where she was placed on the Ta Keo tribe. Throughout the pre-merge, she laid low while having some very bad luck throughout two different tribe swaps, but managed to make it to the merge. Early in the post-merge, her strong challenge performance and likability turned her into a jury threat, and resulted in her blindside on day 24, leaving her as the third member of the jury in eleventh place. You can check out Kelly's statistics on the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the thirty-second episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than Julie Berry. Rob and T-Bird speak with Julie Berry, a castaway from Survivor: Vanuatu, and one of the four players that Survivor: Africa's Kelly Goldsmith has confirmed to have cast during her time as a casting agent. On Survivor: Vanuatu, Julie started out on the women's Yasur tribe, quickly getting to the bottom of her tribe by being blindsided at the first vote with the other younger members of her tribe. She managed to do what she needed to make it to the merge and stayed under the radar for a large part of the merge. Her biggest moment of the game was when she attempted to flip on the Yasur Alliance to vote out Twila Tanner by working with Chris Daugherty, which ultimately led to her downfall. Julie made it 36 days, ultimately becoming the fifth member of the jury, coming in fifth place. After her time on Survivor, she was well known for having dated Survivor host and executive producer for three years. You can check out Julie's statistics on the Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the thirty-first episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guests are none other than Cindy and Mindy Hall. Rob and T-Bird speak with Cindy Hall, a castaway from Survivor: Guatemala, and her twin sister, Mindy. On Survivor: Guatemala, Cindy started out on the Nakum tribe, quickly getting to the bottom of her tribe by being blindsided at the first vote. She managed to do what she needed to make it to the merge and stayed under the radar for a large part of the merge. She is the first castaway to win the Car Reward Challenge, and she decided to ignore the Car Curse and take a car for herself instead of giving her tribemates cars of their own. Cindy made it 37 days, ultimately becoming the fifth member of the jury, coming in fifth place. Her twin sister Mindy was her loved one on Survivor: Guatemala and Mindy appeared on the third season of the VH1 hit show Rock of Love where she came in second place. Mindy also appeared on the fourth season of VH1's I Love Money where she eventually became the winner, taking home the prize of $250,000. You can check out Cindy's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from her Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone who wanted more T-Bird in the Survivor off-season, your wish has been granted as we once again start up the series “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. In the thirtieth episode of “Talking with T-Bird”, Rob and T-Bird’s guest is none other than NaOnka Mixon. Rob and T-Bird speak with NaOnka Mixon, a castaway from Survivor: Nicaragua. On Survivor: Nicaragua, NaOnka started out on the younger La Flor tribe, where she managed to take control of the game and find a Hidden Immunity Idol despite being very brash and having confrontations with a few members of her tribe. She was then swapped over to the Espada tribe without most of her allies and thus, had a breakdown that nearly led her to quit the game. At the merge, she immediately took as much food as she could at the merge feast, making even more enemies and making it tougher on her allies. Throughout the merge, she played a strategic but aggressive game, before her eventual simultaneous quit with Kelly Shirin on Day 28. NaOnka made it 28 days, ultimately becoming the fourth member of the jury, coming in ninth place. You can check out NaOnka's statistics on the Survivor Wiki from her Survivor career here: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices