About this episode
Survivor 49 Preseason Interview: Savannah Louie Mike Bloom ( @AMikeBloomType ) is here to chat to the cast of Survivor 49! Join us to learn a bit about the 18 new castaways to be tested on the islands of Fiji. Mike Bloom interviews Savannah Louie in this preseason deep dive for Survivor 49. The former news anchor turned marketing specialist shares her journey from longtime fan to contestant, revealing how her past experiences have shaped her approach to the game. Savannah discusses her transition from a high-pressure newsroom environment to her current role, drawing parallels between managing information in journalism and the social dynamics of Survivor. She reflects on her history with the show, including applying at age 17, and how her life experiences have better prepared her for the game now. Savannah also opens up about her past as a “reformed party girl” and how overcoming those challenges has strengthened her resolve. Mike and Savannah discuss: – Savannah’s plans to use her listening skills from journalism to gather information – Savannah considering aligning with strong players like “Mr. Muscles” early on – Her wanting to encourage others to look for idols to make her own searches less suspicious – Balancing her tendency to show emotions on her face – Believing she might be on a potential “disaster tribe” based on her preseason observations As Savannah prepares to enter the game, she’s determined to play creatively and strategically. Will her background in news and marketing give her the edge she needs to navigate the complex social dynamics of Survivor 49? Chapters: 0:00 Savannah’s Marketing Career Shift 4:03 Childhood Survivor Fan Journey 8:15 Newsroom Experience as Preparation 12:31 Potential Allies on the Beach 16:52 Idol and Advantage Strategy 20:04 Predicting Tribe Composition 23:14 Valuing Creative Strategy 24:17 Miley Cyrus as Dream Visitor Never miss a minute of RHAP’s extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!