Ep 2: Advantages And Idols | On Fire With Jeff Probst: The Official Survivor Podcast

Welcome to Episode 2 of "Burning with Jeff Probst." I'm your host, Jeff Probst, and this is the only podcast that takes you behind the scenes of "Survivor." I am not only the host and producer of "Survivor," but I also have two TV producers, Brittany Crapper and Jay Wolf, joining me on the show. They are the executive producer and Emmy-nominated producer of "Survivor," respectively. Hello!

Today, we're going to discuss the world of idols and advantages—why we have them, how we come up with them, and how to best use them if you're a player. And here's a surprise that wasn't planned: I've prepared some stories about failed advantages because not all advantages work out. We've never talked about these or shown them on the show, and no player has ever discovered them, which means the audience doesn't know either. Isn't that fantastic? No matter how big of a superfan you are, you couldn't possibly know these because we've never discussed them. So, I think this will be really interesting. Additionally, we'll be answering your questions, and lucky individuals will have the opportunity to tell me why I'm terrible. Alright, let's take some time to delve into the behind-the-scenes of Episode 44 of "Survivor."

The Intricacies of Gameplay

Although it's still early in the game for us, there are already plenty of gameplay dynamics at play. Let me reiterate once again that this is a fun and exciting experience for us as producers as well. We get to witness firsthand how players strategize, form alliances, and navigate through challenges. It's like watching a real-life chess match unfold before our eyes.

One aspect that stands out in this episode is Carolyn. Your initial impression of her from the first episode might have been that she's quirky and interesting. But in this episode, you learn that she's a dedicated mother who would go through anything to find her baby's tooth. So now, your perception of her starts to change. She's still quirky, but she's also dedicated, and you start rooting for her. As Jay mentioned earlier, she grows on you. And then, when she finds the key and unlocks the cage, you celebrate with her. But imagine if we reversed those scenes—she finds the key first,