In this episode of the Idol Talk podcast, Peyton and Jacob discuss a theoretical casting for a modern-day Heroes vs. Villains Survivor season using players from seasons 41 to 47. They explore the changing definitions of heroism and villainy in the new era, largely influenced by social media and evolving gameplay norms.

Both hosts draft their ideal Heroes and Villains tribes, debating players' merits and past performances. The episode delves into strategic decisions and past game moves of notable Survivor contestants like Marianne, Jonathan, Jesse, and Genevieve. They conclude by reflecting on the challenges of casting a balanced and representative season.

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00:00 Introduction

02:01 Defining Heroes and Villains in Survivor

06:42 Drafting the Heroes Tribe

28:51 Drafting the Villains Tribe

54:31 Reflecting on the Heroes and Villains Tribes

55:39 Wrapping Up and What's Next

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Heroes:

• Jonathan Young (42)
• Owen Knight (43)
• Kaleb Gebrewold (45)

• Charlie Davis (46)
• Danny McCray (41)
• Sam Phalen (47)
• Maryanne Oketch (42)
• Carolyn Wiger (44)
• Emily Flippen (45)
• Katurah Topps (45)
• Noelle Lambert (43)

• Frannie Marin (44)

Villains:

• Jesse Lopez (43)
• Q Burdette (46)
• Omar Zaheer (42)

• Danny Massa (44)

• Andy Rueda (47)
• Bruce Perreault (44/45)
• Genevieve Mushaluk (47)
• Shan Smith (41)
• Maria Shrime Gonzalez (46)
• Dee Valladares (45)

• Karla Cruz Godoy (43)
• Venus Vafa (46)

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Music:

Consequence - Wonders⁠ by ⁠Kevin MacLeod⁠ is licensed under a ⁠Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.