We're down to the final nine, which means things are getting tense. First up, wombats! Or rather, Shauhin, in the middle of the night, creeping up on Joe to let him know that Eva snuck off. Jay asks Rachel if this sort of midnight wake up is ever ok. Then, the immunity challenge brings us an epic rematch. Jeff digs into how he approached the aftermath of what ended up being a serious letdown and a major turning point.

Later, the making of a blindside. The gang looks at this seed planting approach and analyzes how long an expert finishing move can take. Plus, how does Jeff's view of an episode change from being there to watching it back? And, your questions, including what would happen if everyone played their Shot in the Dark. 

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Shauhin just wants to paint the tribe flag, Jeff! But in the new era... the game does not stop. Jeff, Jay and Rachel start by analyzing the pace of the new era and why exactly it moves so fast. Then, the power of two prevails. Jay asks Jeff his favorite part of challenges that require pairs. And Rachel provides insight into why duos are so dangerous as the number of castaways dwindles.

Later, it's time to Get a Grip. Jeff talks about the evolution of the iconic Survivor challenge and why those footholds continue to shrink. Plus, how do you deal with a tribemate with an agenda? And Jeff harkens back to the Survivor season where he decided to wear sunglasses. 

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Sometimes all you have to do is hang on. Jeff, Jay and Rachel start with a small, but important wrinkle in the game: penmanship. Did Sai's secret vote throw Cedrek into tailspin? Then, the immunity challenge asked castaways to hold 25% of their pre-game body weight and the previous record is shattered. Jay asks Jeff if that means it's time to make it tougher.

Later, with two tribal councils, the gang analyzes the strategic power the first group has in eliminating a potential jury member. Plus, should you ever accept being the decoy vote? And, your questions, including whether Jeff would ever consider bringing back head-to-head physical challenges. 

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One will be safe... Twelve will not. The treemail heard round the world kicks off this episode of On Fire, when the castaways find out it's time to earn the merge. First, Jay asks Jeff about the philosophy behind the new era merge and its evolution over the past several seasons. And the merge advantage - Sai's snipe right out from under Charity's nose. Jeff dives into exactly what it takes to happen to capture such an iconic moment.

Then, the merge challenge - why is it so damn hard? Rachel dives into how it feels to be "tarred and feathered" with mud and wood chips. And what was up with that vote read? Rachel and Jay question the order of the votes that took both of them by surprise. Plus, your questions, including how hard would it be to win Survivor if you get extremely hangry? 

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First up, trash talk. Sai thinks Mary needs more tact when she gloats in her reward victory. Is she just trying to get under her skin? Next, what is the difference when the challenge team approaches a reward challenge vs. an immunity? And can the players take their foot off the gas? 

After Kamilla and Shauhin discuss the hardships their parents endured, Jeff reveals how players' backstory is always up to them, and how the Survivor team approaches framing a story if and when they do share. Later, Eva's extremely powerful and brave moment after her challenge win. And Jeff digs into the historic moment when he cried for the first time ever on Survivor. 

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Three words can change the entire game on Survivor, and this week they did. Jeff, Jay and Rachel dive into the switch that mixed up Civa, Vula and Lagi in ways no one could anticipate.

First up, everybody, drop your Buffs®! The gang analyzes the switch and what it really feels like to lose your tribe after 8 days, a Survivor eternity. Later, after Vula unsuccessfully called their shot, the game was afoot. Rachel discusses why searching Kyle's bag might have seemed taboo, but really, wasn't enough! Finally, your questions, including why people love pretending they aren't lawyers! 

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The game never rests... Especially if you're Mary and Sai! This week, Jeff, Jay and Rachel discuss Survivor's ultimate odd couple and if they can ever just work it out. Then, the castaways take on the infamous Survivor blindfold challenge. Jeff dives into its history as well as how they keep players on their toes with each new edition. And Rachel adds her two cents as to who, if anyone, she'd trust to keep her from all of those bruises.

Later, the journey's dice game was the ultimate test of Survivor luck, a critical Survivor game design element. Jay presses Rachel on if it's wise for Kamilla to share the advantage she won with the full Civa tribe. And finally, they break down that unprecedented tribal council, where a deadlock meant Cedrek was the last man standing, literally. Plus, your questions, including asking Jeff whatever happened to that cowboy hat?!

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After just four days, the castaways are craving the comforts of home, so why not install some wifi right into a tree? On an all new On Fire, Jeff, Jay and Rachel get fired up about the new main title sequence. Then, it's time to stay humble. The crew reveals their humble traits, and they are oddly, quite similar. Later, Jeff reveals the intention behind the latest beware advantage.

And BOATS! At the heart of Survivor is an unsung hero unit that makes everything go, including the first journey of the season. Finally, at tribal, was Jeff spicier than usual? He gets into how sometimes it really is group therapy. Plus, your questions including a throwback to Survivor Palau's Schoolyard Pick tribe selection.

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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 two are left with a "Fight for Supplies." Jeff details how they approach this opening twist, while Rachel analyzes just how much of a difference sending one person off can be.

Later, it's the first tribal council of the season, but someone's got to have their torch snuffed. Was it a case of sitting on their hands? Plus, Jeff's special announcement on Survivor 50.

Voting is now open! Cast your vote in each of our first four categories for Survivor 50 on CBS: https://www.survivor50cbs.votenow.tv/

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Grab your torches, it's time to hit the beach — On Fire, the only official Survivor podcast has returned to accompany Survivor 48! Listen in as Jeff takes you through what big twists to expect this season joined by Survivor 47 winner Rachel Lamont.

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