Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 48, Episode 8
Well, David went from someone I thought had a solid chance of winning to this game to no chance really quickly. I'm pretty shocked at how quickly he fell apart. That wasn't great, but what was great was the Journey Challenge.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 48, Episode 7
This was one of the funnier Immunity Challenges in recent memory. All of the smack talk was great, but then we got Shauhin getting edited into the music of the montage sequence and Jeff giving an impromptu plug to apply to the show.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 48, Episode 6
This is a merge with extra steps. Apart from that nonsense, this was a fun episode of Survivor as we raced to the bottom. I enjoyed watching the other castaways just dunk on these two as they decided who to vote out.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 48, Episode 5
This episode was so close to being perfect. Everything involving Joe and Eva was just so sweet. I definitely wasn't crying right alongside Jeff.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 48, Episode 4
I knew this episode was going to be a bummer. I really liked everyone on the tribe, but someone had to go and, of course, it had to be my winner pick. That said, this was a fun episode. There was some excellent gameplay and I really enjoyed the dynamics on all of the new tribes.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 48, Episode 3
Wow, that was certainly an episode of Survivor! I think Cedrek's flip at Tribal Council is one of the worst moves we've ever seen in the premerge. I'd love to hear some other potential contenders for worst premerge move of all time.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 48, Episode 2
Sigh. We were so close. If only Cedrek had kept quiet. I would have loved to see Sai go home tonight. It would have been so great. Alas, it was not to be.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 48 Premiere
Survivor is back, baby! And, boy, am I excited about this season and this cast. I like almost everybody so far and one of the only people I wasn't a fan of went home!
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 47, Episode 14 (Finale Part 2)
Well, we've completed another season of Survivor! I would call the finale predictable, but not boring, and I definitely find it satisfying.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 47, Episode 13 (Finale Part 1)
This was another great episode of Survivor coming off of an all-timer last week. I don't think the finale will be able to live up to the Final 6 and 5 eliminations.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 47, Episode 12
I'm always down to see the game get shaken up, and Andy did it in style with Operation: Italy, which is a great name for his plan. I just really enjoyed the the way Andy, Sam, and Genevieve put this plan together and executed it.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 47, Episode 11
A puzzle to get an Advantage is good on its own, but having the puzzle and Advantage dragged into the ocean via anchor if you're not quick enough is incredible. It felt the Pirates of the Caribbean mixed with a trap from Saw.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 47, Episode 10
Another fun episode of Survivor 47 in the books! There was definitely some questionable gameplay tonight, with everyone giving up their Shot in the Dark being at the top of the list.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 47, Episode 9
This was a genuinely thrilling episode of Survivor and none of the excitement had anything to do with people losing their votes. Take notes, Jeff!
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 47, Episode 8
Man, I needed this episode of Survivor. With the election results being what they were, I got pretty drunk to watch this episode with my buddies and it was a really nice break and a genuinely fun episode.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 47, Episode 7
I gotta be honest, I don't love the abundance of twists in this episode. I would have liked a straightforward vote with all twelve players just so we could see where the lines are drawn.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 47, Episode 6
What a fantastic episode! This was such a fun ride. I can't remember a merge boot being this spelled out since The Amazon. It felt like a big practical joke that we were all in on with the contestants and production.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 47, Episode 5
For most of this episode, this was a pretty average episode of Survivor. Fortunately, even average Survivor is fun. What elevated the episode was the ending.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 47, Episode 4
Well, this episode took a turn I wasn't expecting. I was all set for the downfall of Rome. I was really excited to see him finally get voted out and out of nowhere the game got flipped on its head.
Ryan’s Analysis: Survivor 47, Episode 3
I'll be honest, I can't wait to see Rome's downfall. I enjoyed this episode and the season continues to setup the downfall of this egomaniac.