‘Survivor’ is Back! Plus, Is ‘Traitors: New Blood’ Better Than the Original?

‘Survivor’ is Back! Plus, Is ‘Traitors: New Blood’ Better Than the Original?

Author: The Ringer September 25, 2026 Duration: 1:04:05
Today, Callie is back in the studio, and she and Juliet kick off the podcast by discussing how time consuming their current beauty routines are. They discuss episodes 3 and 4 of ‘Traitors: New Blood’ where they agree they like Joe as a traitor. They predict who they think will go out next before talking about the season 51 premiere of ‘Survivor’! They discuss the changes that they’ve made since the new era, and they share their favorite players. Finally, they briefly touch on their favorite dances from the premiere of ‘Dancing with the Stars.’ (00:00) Intro (06:33) ‘Traitors: New Blood’ Episodes 3 & 4 Recap (27:54) ‘Survivor’ Season 51 Premiere (57:38) Favorites on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Season 35 Premiere Hosts: Juliet Litman and Callie Curry Producer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bachelor Party from The Ringer is a sharp, weekly dissection of everything happening within the sprawling universe of The Bachelor franchise. Hosted by Juliet Litman and Callie Curry, this podcast goes far beyond simple episode recaps. Each conversation digs into the cultural moments, production choices, and interpersonal dynamics that make the shows a persistent television phenomenon. The hosts, along with a rotating panel of savvy special guests, analyze the latest news, controversies, and romantic entanglements emerging from Bachelor Nation with a blend of humor, critical insight, and genuine fascination. You’ll hear detailed breakdowns of the most recent episodes, deep dives into the history of the franchise, and speculative discussions about where it’s all headed. The tone is conversational and deeply informed, treating the subject matter with the seriousness it deserves as a cornerstone of modern TV while never losing its sense of fun. Whether you’re a dedicated superfan or a casual observer of the spectacle, this podcast offers a compelling, thoughtful, and entertaining audio companion to the world of roses and reality TV drama. Tune in for the definitive take on all things Bachelor, Bachelorette, and beyond.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
Final Days in the Villa [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:13
Juliet and Callie begin today’s episode by discussing some reality TV news, including what's happening in the worlds of 'Big Brother' and 'SLOMW.' Then they move to ‘Love Island’ to discuss who will win the competition,…
Callie Mourns Her Favorite Islander | ‘Love Island USA’ Recap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:00
Today, Juliet and Callie discuss the loss of their favorite and most entertaining islander from the villa. They discuss how this season is slowly devolving, and they try to understand how Sincere got to sleep in a bed wh…
Pure Cinema on 'Love Island USA' Movie Night! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:52
Today, Juliet and Callie immediately know they are going to disagree about movie night on ‘Love Island USA.’ Before they get into it, they talk about reality TV news, starting with Lindsay Hubbard and Matt James being se…
Let’s Get Aniya Home | ‘Love Island USA’ Casa Recoupling Recap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:06
On today’s episode, Juliet and Callie dive right into Aniya’s reaction to KC bringing back Titi from Casa Amor. They debate who is in the wrong before moving on to the happy couples, starting with Bryce and Zach. They di…
‘Love Island USA’ Casa Men and Taylor Tangents! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:52
Today, Juliet and Callie start off the podcast by discussing the potential airing of Taylor Frankie Paul’s ‘Bachelorette’ next month. Callie asks Juliet to explain the excitement behind Taylor Swift’s rumored Madison Squ…
Somebody Save Sol! ‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 Updates [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:40
Today, Juliet and Callie start off the podcast by addressing the tragic passing of James Barker, ‘Love Island USA’ executive producer. They extend their sincere condolences to his family and the crew. Then they move on t…
‘Love Island USA’ Is Getting Good! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:07
Today, Juliet and Callie immediately jump into ‘Love Island USA,’ starting with Sean and Bea’s appearance on Aftersun. They discuss the recoupling, including Sincere’s inability to live up to his own name. They applaud B…
‘Love Island USA’ Season 8 Initial Reactions! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:17
Juliet and Callie are back to kick off summer with ‘Love Island USA’! They talk about which couples they think have real chemistry, try to make sense of Trinity’s confession, and choose their favorite islanders so far. C…