Come on in! On Fire is back to bring you every juicy detail behind Survivor 48. First up, Jeff and Jay welcome new co-host, winner of Survivor 47, Rachel LaMont. Then, any great season of Survivor begins with the players. Jeff details the casting process, answering exactly how you become one of 18 very lucky castaways. Next, they dive into the mud headfirst, and why a medical moment with Kevin didn't make the final edit. After one tribe emerges victorious in the marooning challenge, the other tw...
Feb 27, 2025•53 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Grab your torches, it's time to hit the beach — On Fire, the only official Survivor podcast will return to accompany Survivor 48! Listen in as Jeff takes you through what big twists to expect this season. He also reveals who will join the podcast as the player co-host! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 19, 2025•6 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's the finale of Survivor 47 and Jeff, Jay and Charlie are joined by the Winner of Survivor 47 to unpack the epic ending. But first, Jeff looks back 47 finales later, and explains how it has evolved over the years. Then, they dive into the final immunity challenge and why the castaways returned to the mud one more time. Later, they explore the Final 4 Firemaking challenge and how the wind not blowing your way can change everything. Finally, they are joined by Survivor 47's winner to discuss th...
Dec 19, 2024•51 min•Ep 14•Transcript available on Metacast It's the Survivor finale, but this season... it's two parts! Jeff, Jay and Charlie begin by diving into what motivated the new finale format and how the Survivor team approached having more time to spend with the final 6. Then, they examine that iconic walking shot of Jeff at the beginning of the episode and what it takes to pull off that moment. Later, Jay asks Charlie about jury management and how to handle walking on eggshells as players circle who they want to sit next to at the end. Then, R...
Dec 12, 2024•44 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast With Operation: Italy in play, Jeff, Jay and Charlie have a ton to dissect about how to approach a heist movie happening inside an episode of Survivor! They begin with the Italian reward and how Jeff's method of describing the reward makes it all the more appetizing. Then, knots! Jeff explains how and why this small part of a Survivor challenge can be its most critical. Later, talk of a women's alliance causes Jay to wonder why we haven't seen a successful gender-themed alliance since the Black ...
Dec 05, 2024•52 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast As the days tick by, the castaways have begun to search within themselves for the capacity not just to survive, but to thrive. Jeff, Jay and Charlie begin by discussing Caroline's realization that it's time to play the game on her terms as she has wanted to since she was just 5 years old. Jeff reflects on how watching young Survivor fans become players has been one of his favorite parts of the experience. Then, Rachel heads on a journey to a floating barge to complete a timed puzzle that will so...
Nov 28, 2024•50 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast It's getting emotional at camp and for good reason. As the number of castaways dwindles, the real bonds and relationships that have formed are more fraught than ever, leading Genevieve and Teeny to question everything. Jeff, Jay and Charlie examine the insecurities that any Survivor relationship has and how the high pressure can lead to magnificent personal growth. Then, they dive into how a rice negotiation turned into a wild trade for Shots in the Dark, and what it meant for players like Sam, ...
Nov 21, 2024•45 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast Sometimes an episode gets batty - literally! Jeff, Jay and Charlie dive into the big moments of episode nine, beginning with a tale as old as time ... Treemail! Jeff harkens back to Season 1, when he first introduced Treemail to the Survivor audience and how it still has a major role today. Then, a twist where 40% of the vote is possibly gone- Jeff answers if that number could increase moving forward. Plus, they dig into Andy and Sam's setback on the challenge, how the Challenge Department is al...
Nov 14, 2024•48 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast Get ready to get happy, it's the Survivor Auction! Jay, Jeff and Charlie dive into this packed episode, beginning with the SSA's, "Sol's Secret Agents," and whether all castaways need to come prepared with alliance names. Then, they dive into all of the drama of the auction, including how the producers prepare for such an audacious challenge, where they get those delicious grubs, and why Jeff decided to break out into some Shakespeare in the Park. Later, they discuss the big moves by Rachel - sn...
Nov 07, 2024•47 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast What begins with writing in the sand, wondering about your life in the game ends with a vicious blindside that no one saw coming. Join Jeff, Charlie and Jay as they dive into how Survivor's storytelling is attempting to bring viewers inside players' minds in all new ways. Later, Charlie describes what it's like when you no longer have tribe challenges, and how the morning of a challenge changes completely in the later stage of the game. Then, they discuss the split tribal council and whether or ...
Oct 31, 2024•45 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast Everybody drop your Buffs®, it's time to earn the merge! Only this time... it's harder than ever. Jeff, Jay, and Charlie dive into the new twist that left only one player safe. Jeff explains the producer's mentality behind the shift between the group and individual stages of the game. Plus the chaos of when all the crews hit the same beach and suddenly there are 13 simultaneous stories to cover. Then, Charlie analyzes how to approach a two-stage challenge when you have nothing left in the tank. ...
Oct 24, 2024•43 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast It begins with only two lanes... and a first ever Survivor twist. Jeff, Jay and Charlie discuss the premiere of The Survivor Social, where it came from, what Jeff was hoping for, and how players hungry for intel now have an opportunity like never before. And, Jeff details the true story of how the Sanctuary... where good things happen... was birthed. Later, Jay asks Jeff about his approach when a tribe decides to bargain... like when Gata tried to trade their chickens for eggs. And, Charlie give...
Oct 17, 2024•48 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast Jeff, Jay and Charlie begin with Teeny's decision to tell Sol that her vote on him was emotional, not strategic - and how vulnerability plays a part in building alliances. Then, the chickens are back! Jeff details how egg-laying hens are so uniquely Survivor and Charlie reveals his take on how to make the most of it. A bucket of red paint falls on Sue when she finds a beware advantage. Jay suggests an evolution to the advantage that may take Survivor 50 by storm. Then - a puzzle that ended the w...
Oct 10, 2024•42 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast Twenty six nights sleeping on bamboo can't be good on your back - and Gata is already feeling the pain. Jeff, Jay and Charlie discuss what adjusting to camp life is really like and whether or not Jeff's ever spent the night in a shelter. Then, it's Rome's Island, and we're all just living on it. Does selectively sharing fish work in your favor? And is he the Godson to Boston Rob? Maybe! Later, they dig into the importance of player interviews and how small decisions from the Survivor camera team...
Oct 03, 2024•46 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast There aren’t many rules in Survivor, but rice theft is one of them! Jeff, Jay, and Charlie consider Rachel’s sneaky attempt to pocket some rice, what it says about her character, and why letting her get away with it would influence the integrity of the game. Personality traits, for better or worse, are starting to show and friction among players is building. Charlie explains how much harder it becomes to hide your feelings about a tribemate when you’re under-fed, under-slept, and under pressure....
Sep 26, 2024•50 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast It’s the premiere of Survivor 47, and 24 years in, the goosebumps still come when Jeff says “The game is on!” Fresh off of Survivor 46, Jeff and Jay are joined by new co-host Charlie Davis, who shares his advice for keeping cool in the opening moments of the game. Then, Jeff explains how the tradition of diving face-first into a pit of mud is not just transformative, it’s also a lot easier said than done! Jeff shares behind-the-scenes details about what went into the evolution of earning tribe s...
Sep 19, 2024•52 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast You want more Survivor? You got it! Showrunner Jeff Probst and executive producer Jay Wolff return to provide their insight into each and every major moment of Survivor 47. And, a new perspective joins the mix: a former player beloved by fans. Here are a few hints: they had highly strategic gameplay, incredible grip strength, and they missed becoming the Sole Survivor by just one very controversial vote. “On Fire” remains the ultimate Survivor companion podcast — revealing HOW the show is made a...
Sep 11, 2024•5 min•Transcript available on Metacast Survivor 46 Finale night is here and with it a very close vote that leaves the audience — and jury — on the edge of their seat. Before the drama of Final Tribal, Jeff, Jay and Dee unpack the all-new challenge twist that caused two castaways to team up to send another one packing. They also talk about the Final 4 challenge design, and the choice to send someone to fire — and whether, hypothetically, it's worth sacrificing your seat in the Final 3 for a shot at beating them. Later, they're joined ...
May 23, 2024•51 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast The million-dollar prize may be the lure, but it's the "Survivor" experience that's the real prize! Jeff, Jay and Dee consider how the island brings people (who likely wouldn’t have met otherwise) together, even while they’re betraying one another. As we head into the final days, Dee shares how letters from loved ones give players an emotional push to make it to the end. Jeff explains how the art and challenge departments handle creating new puzzles and retiring old ones, and how they prepare fo...
May 16, 2024•49 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast Forget a friendly game of hide and seek, now the castaways are all about idol hunting. Jeff explains how production re-evaluated how they show the idol hunt, while Dee shares the reality of a days-long search in the dense jungle. “Survivor” is all about taking calculated risks — from picking reward companions to betraying allies — any decision can change the course of the game. Then, Jeff breaks down why the final week is crucial and tackles a listener's question on the not-so-beloved Rites of P...
May 09, 2024•38 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast Do you take your number one to the end or try to blindside them before they come for you? Dee advises on how to properly execute a blindside but organizing one might not always be a winning strategy. Jeff, Jay and Dee revisit Liz’s emotional reaction to not being chosen to join in the reward. Jeff shares how they got a chef all the way to Fiji while reminiscing on his favorite brand sponsorships over the years. The physical challenges on "Survivor" stay demanding and Dee reveals the intense endu...
May 02, 2024•40 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast After a messy Tribal Council, the bottom might be the perfect place to be on “Survivor” right now. Jeff, Jay, and Dee discuss the opportunity the castaways have to start over. The three-stage challenge leads to a debate between Jeff and Dee on the merits (or lack thereof) of throwing a challenge. Jeff explains how production and the Dream Team test the pain threshold of endurance challenges. Meanwhile, Dee speaks to the mental toughness the Survivors need to focus on anything but how much they’r...
Apr 25, 2024•35 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast It’s Q’s world and we’re all just living in it. Jeff, Jay, and Dee unpack his command of the game, from engineering a strategic (or not so strategic) round of hide and seek to dropping a bomb that led to a heated live Tribal Council. With Q running the show this week, Jeff shares how the editors balance the castaways’ airtime. Dee gives her hot take on Maria and Charlie, the dynamic duo playing a tight game, and whether the Six Alliance can make it. As the winner of Season 46’s Get a Grip challe...
Apr 18, 2024•37 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast The stakes on Survivor are high, but at the end of the day, humanity outlasts the competition. From Kenzie comforting Ben during his panic attack to Venus struggling to form bonds, we’re reminded that the castaways are people, not just players. Jeff, Jay, and Dee discuss how the game balances pushing players to their mental and physical limits while prioritizing their safety. The castaways are reeling from their first individual Tribal Council and Dee reminisces on the thick tension in the air o...
Apr 11, 2024•41 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast Everybody, drop your Buffs®! Jeff explains how they used Tree Mail to capitalize on the moment of limbo between learning about the Merge and the Earn the Merge Challenge. Jeff, Dee, and Jay break down the Merge Challenge from the rock draw that determines your fate to the strategically placed safety sawdust. The winners get to feast on the Merge meal, but proceed with caution — Dee spills about what happened off-camera the time she overindulged in a reward… Meanwhile, the losers head to the larg...
Apr 04, 2024•35 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast Everything in Survivor is strategic, even salsa dancing! Jeff explains why it is important to show camp life and Dee shares why it is important to play along with something, like dancing or tai chi, even if it's the last thing you want to do! After 11 days without flint, Yanu broke the record for the longest stretch without fire. Jeff addresses the importance of these penalties in the New Era and whether or not he'd ever reconsider the flint rule. As Yanu dwindles, Jeff reveals how and when they...
Mar 28, 2024•34 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast How do you go from being complete strangers to sitting on a beach singing to each other? Hunger! While food deprivation inspired Soda (“Queen Morale”) and Tevin to create an original song, Dee warns that it can also dangerously cloud your judgment and ruin your perception of another player if you let it get the best of you. She advises future players to practice their emotions before they go on Survivor to know how and when to show them. Jeff, Jay, and Dee continue the conversation about managin...
Mar 21, 2024•40 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast “Send me home” are three words you never expect a player to utter, but the New Era is intentionally designed to push the castaways further than ever before. If players can endure this new reality, their truth will be revealed, bringing them one step closer to the million-dollar prize. Jeff, Jay, and Dee talk about the editorial decisions made behind the scenes to help the audience experience what the players are feeling, like the whimsical music that simulates Bhanu’s paranoia and the sound effe...
Mar 14, 2024•33 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast New era, same emotions. The players are already feeling the emotional impact of no food, sleepless nights, and physical exhaustion. From small tribes to minimal supplies, Jeff shares how the game design is all about earning your keep and digging into your reserves to prove just how badly you want it. Jeff and Dee talk about the importance of being vulnerable and finding ways to bond with tribemates, whether it’s through a Metallica-Taylor Swift song-off at camp or poking fun at Jeff. Jeff also b...
Mar 07, 2024•35 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Survivor 46 is off to a rockin’ start and the tribes are already “survibing!” Jeff shares behind-the-scenes insights about production of the show open and why they chose Tevin's monologue to set the tone for the season. Dee explains her initial impressions of the castaways and how she can already pinpoint potential allies and who to avoid — Jelinsky is at the top of that list based on his disheartening decision to quit the Sweat vs Savvy Challenge. Jeff also shares a piece of advice for the new ...
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