Bad AI Teddy Bears are News AF – November 25, 2025

The Listener Mailbag is open as Rob Cesternino and Brandon Donlon field questions from fans about Survivor 49 and the wider Survivor universe. While some expected deep dives on the latest episode, there's a surprising mix of strategy talk, behind-the-scenes stories, and honest takes on the evolving game. With a focus on fan-driven topics, Rob and Brandon explore everything from cast comparisons to shifting gameplay trends.

Rob Cesternino, Tyson Apostol, and Danny Bryson are back with another entertaining episode of News AF, where they dive into the week's most peculiar and amusing stories.

This week, Rob and Akiva watch and discuss Season 3 Episode 7 of Rugrats.

Why ___ Lost: Survivor 49 Ep 9 with Sam Phalen Alex said as he was leaving: “It’s what I get for playing both sides.” But he reversed course on that in his interviews by saying he wasn’t messy. Which was it? Who deserves credit and who deserves blame for this outcome? And why is David […]

The Amazing Race 38 Ep 9 Recap Rob Cesternino, Jessica Liese, and Mike Bloom are back for another incredible journey around the world watching The Amazing Race! Our TAR experts will be back with a recap each and every week! Make sure to also tune into our weekly exit interview with the eliminated team. Today, Rob Cesternino, Mike […]

Survivor 49 takes center stage on the RHAP Survivor Post-Game Show as Rob Cesternino and Evvie Jagoda break down the biggest moves and toughest decisions from this week’s episode. Rob and Evvie highlight how the so-called “new era” is put to the test, as unpredictable votes and shifting alliances define the chaos in Fiji. The hosts discuss how Juwan and Sage’s swing vote strategy comes to a head, and whether their pendulum gameplay can hold up under pressure.

Today, Rob and Jess interview the eighth team eliminated from The Amazing Race 38.

Survivor 49’s exit interview is back, with Rob Cesternino at the helm as he sits down with the latest castaway sent packing—Alex Moore. Rob and Alex dig into the dramatic turns, alliance shake-ups, and blindsides that shaped this week’s episode. Survivor history and gameplay collide as Alex opens up about the strategy and emotion fueling his run on Survivor 49.

Today, Rob Cesternino and Stephen Fishbach discuss Survivor 49 episode 9.

Netflix's Squid Game: The Challenge Season 2 draws to a dramatic close as Rob Cesternino and Chappell break down the finale and reflect on the biggest moves, surprise exits, and the journey to victory. The episode highlights an emotional ending, strategic shifts in editing, and how one injury changes the whole course of the finale competition.