Pod Friends features confessional conversations going “behind the mic” with the voices of the RHAP network. Host Matt Scott sits down with a range of podcasters and people to learn about who they are and their whys, far beyond the shows that bring us together. The goal is to truly get to know each guest, and to go beyond just being “pod friends”.
Pod Friends
Claim This Podcastby Reality TV RHAPups
4.7(75 reviews)
59 episodes
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Podcast Authority
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Pod Friends features confessional conversations going “behind the mic” with the voices of the RHAP network. Host Matt Scott sits down with a range of podcasters and people to learn about who they are and their whys, far beyond the shows that bring us together. The goal is to truly get to know each guest, and to go beyond just being “pod friends”.
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Recent Episodes
May 31, 2026
Brandon Donlon Shows His Ass – Proverbially | Pod Friends
Host Matt Scott interviews Brandon Donlon about Survivor, RHAP, and finding meaning after disappointment, offering a reminder that failure doesn't define you.
February 22, 2026
50+ Stories About How Survivor’s Changed Lives | Pod Friends
50+ Stories About How Survivor’s Changed Lives | Pod Friends In celebration of Survivor 50, Matt Scott (@MattScottGW) set an audacious goal: collect 50 stories from Survivor community members answering one simple question: How has Survivor changed your life for the better? This special season finale features 50+ powerful, funny, and deeply human stories from across the Survivor universe, from superfans and RHAP patrons to journalists, podcasters, live reality game creators, and former reality TV players. This episode includes stories from: Nick Iadanza (Australian Survivor, Talking Tribal) Dwight Moore, Teeny Chirichillo, Brice Izyah, and Owen Knight (Survivor) Hannah Riggs (Beast Games) August Schroeder and Eric Eldridge (Squid Game: The Challenge Season 2) Dru Tevis (Food Network Holiday Baking Champion) Annabel Fidler (The Traitors Australia Season 2) Dalton Ross (Entertainment Weekly) Terry Terrones (The Hollywood Reporter) RHAP podcasters Gia Worthy and Chappell Across these stories, you’ll hear about grief, sobriety, weight loss, cancer, divorce, identity, chosen family, creative breakthroughs, career pivots, live reality games, and literal survival. You’ll hear about watch parties that turned into lifelong friendships and fandom that became purpose. Matt also reflects on discovering RHAP in 2017 during one of the hardest times of his life, joining the Class of 2020 to diversify Survivor coverage, and building Pod Friends into a space that shines a light on the humanity behind the fandom. This episode is about more than a television show. It’s about moving from parasocial to deeply social. It’s about why community matters, especially now. Get your Pod Friends shirt now on the Rob Has A Podcast store: https://rhap-shop.fourthwall.com/en-aud/products/pod-friends Suggest a future guest: bit.ly/podfriendsnomLeave a voicemail: speakpipe.com/podfriendsEmail: podfriends@robhasawebsite.comFollow on social media:Twitter: @HeyPodFriends & @MattScottGWInstagram: @MattScottGWBluesky: MattScottGW.bsky.social Never miss an episode of Pod Friends:LISTEN: Subscribe to the Pod Friends podcast feedWATCH: Subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
February 15, 2026
Peih-Gee Law (Survivor): The Game of Life | Pod Friends
Peih-Gee Law (Survivor): The Game of Life | Pod Friends This week on Pod Friends, Matt Scott (@MattScottGW) is joined by Peih-Gee Law, co-host of Reality Escape Pod and host of PG’s Playhouse, for a thoughtful and energizing conversation about reality TV, resilience, games, and building a life filled with curiosity and joy.Peih-Gee reflects on her experiences in the Survivor world, what reality television taught her about herself, and how those lessons have shaped the way she approaches life, creativity, and community today. From strategy and game theory to escape rooms and immersive experiences, Peih-Gee shares why play isn’t frivolous — it’s essential — especially during challenging moments in life.Matt and Peih-Gee also talk about pushing forward through setbacks, defining success on your own terms, cultivating happiness through curiosity and creativity, and the surprising ways games can teach us about resilience, connection, and purpose. Along the way, they explore Survivor fandom, puzzle-solving, wordplay, and even the possibility of Survivor 50.If you’ve ever wondered what games can teach us about life — or how to keep moving forward while staying playful — this episode is for you. Big news! Pod Friends now has t-shirts!Get your Pod Friends shirt now on the Rob Has A Podcast store: https://rhap-shop.fourthwall.com/en-aud/products/pod-friends Be part of Pod Friends!Share the story of how Survivor and the Survivor community have changed your life for the better — and be part of the Pod Friends season finale. Submit your video or audio here:bit.ly/survivor50stories Suggest a future guest: bit.ly/podfriendsnomLeave a voicemail: speakpipe.com/podfriendsEmail: podfriends@robhasawebsite.comFollow on social media:Twitter: @HeyPodFriends & @MattScottGWInstagram: @MattScottGWBluesky: MattScottGW.bsky.social Never miss an episode of Pod Friends:LISTEN: Subscribe to the Pod Friends podcast feedWATCH: Subscribe to the podcast on YouTubeSUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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