About this episode
Survivor 49 Preseason Interview: Jeremiah Ing 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. Survivor 49 continues with Mike Bloom’s preseason interview of Jeremiah Ing, a global events manager from Toronto with a unique background in fashion and finance. In this revealing conversation, Jeremiah shares his journey from superfan to player and his strategy for the game ahead. Mike and Jeremiah explore the complexities of entering Survivor as a Canadian contestant, with Jeremiah discussing his elaborate cover story of climbing Mount Everest base camp. The interview delves into Jeremiah’s preparation for the game, including his unconventional approach to physical readiness and his father’s advice to “talk to the trees” instead of revealing too much to other players. Mike and Jeremiah discuss: – Jeremiah’s plan to play up the perception of being “bubbly and ditzy” while hiding his strategic depth – His strategy to align with strong, independent women – Wariness of the “three bros” who seem to be pre-gaming – Desire to go on a journey, believing the show is due for a positive outcome – Focus on loyalty as a key factor in jury voting As the interview progresses, Mike and Jeremiah discuss the potential challenges of overanalyzing situations and the importance of trusting one’s instincts in the game. Will Jeremiah’s unique blend of experiences in fashion, finance, and global events give him an edge in the social game of Survivor? Chapters: 0:00 Jeremiah’s Survivor Journey Begins 4:06 From Fan to Player at 14 6:34 The Mount Everest Cover Story 9:16 Unconventional Preparation for Survivor 11:43 Elle Woods: Jeremiah’s Survivor Inspiration 13:53 Assessing Potential Allies and Threats 16:44 Favorite Survivor Blindside Moment 18:57 Expecting the Losing Tribe 21:41 On the Cusp of Survivor 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!