Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Six Recap Brooke and Brice are joined by The Amazing Race 37 fan favorites Alyssa & Josiah as they leave Norway behind and race into Italy for Episode 6 of The Amazing Race 29. This unforgettable leg features a tricky restaurant tram Roadblock through Milan, a scenic journey across the breathtaking shores of Lake Como, and the season’s second Double U-Turn, where strategy takes center stage and alliances begin to show their cracks. Together, they relive the travel chaos, memorable challenges, and game-changing decisions that shaped this pivotal leg, while Alyssa & Josiah share how they would have navigated one of the season’s most strategic episodes. Whether you’re revisiting Season 29 or experiencing it for the first time, this recap is one you won’t want to miss You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed:Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and 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

Amazing Race Canada: Season 12 Premiere Recap Ten teams of racers are on the journey of a lifetime, and your TARCan experts are hot on their heels to recap each and every episode! This week, Jess Liese (@haymakerhattie) and Dan Heaton (@thedanheaton) discuss the Season 12 premiere of TARCAN. Amazing Race Canada returns for Season 12, Episode 1, and Jessica Liese and Dan Heaton jump right in to dissect the first leg’s biggest moments, highlight key strategies, and debate the impact of new twists. The duo brings their perspective as seasoned fans to examine everything from the season’s energetic team introductions to the much-discussed changes in gameplay. The episode takes listeners through the rapid-fire premiere, where ten teams arrive in Whistler and are immediately tossed into classic race chaos: digging through snow, detour dilemmas, sponsorship challenges, and a thrilling mountaintop task. Jessica and Dan break down the return of the Desjardins Assist and the surprising “everyone gets an Express Pass” twist, weighing how these developments shape the game’s early strategies. They dig into standout team dynamics, like how a team used their Express Pass to avoid dancing, what happened when a cab driver took an impromptu lakeside lunch, and the impact of sponsorship tasks. Both hosts analyze whether teams made the smartest choices with their Express Passes and which newcomers could become breakout stars. The ripple effect of every team receiving an Express Pass and how the “one per task” rule shapes race strategy Teams weigh risk vs. reward when stuck at difficult detours, deciding when to spend their Express Passes Memorable roadblock moments, including contestants battling their fear of heights and making last-minute decisions to avoid elimination The role of sponsorship tasks, like the Moana sailing challenge, and their influence on leg outcomes Lighter moments, from a driver taking a lakeside lunch to debates about the reality of ski-dancing as a Whistler tradition As the competition heats up with fresh format changes and colorful cast dynamics, the big question remains: who will use their Express Pass to maximum effect, and which teams might regret holding on too long? Catch the full recap and strategy discussion to get ready for all the twists this season has in store. 00:00 Welcome Back: Season 12 Begins06:40 Express Pass Twist Announced13:39 Express Passes Change the Game19:08 Detour: Dance or Untangle Lights26:01 Teams Struggle at Moana Sailing33:08 Express Passes Used Back-to-Back38:53 Thrill Task: Heights Challenge45:55 Non-Elimination Shock at the Mat56:00 Superfans Tina & Liz Dominate01:03:02 Sibling Teams: Sacha & Sébastien Rise01:11:07 Community Questions and Final Thoughts Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP! Join our Facebook group at robhasawebsite.com/targroup  LISTEN! Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed. WATCH! Watch and subscribe to all RHAP podcasts 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

Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Five Recap Brooke and Brice are joined by Amazing Race 38 fan favorites Izzy & Pagie as they head to Norway to revisit one of the most scenic and strategically important legs of The Amazing Race 29. From the airport scramble and stomach-turning fermented fish to the season’s only Fast Forward and a breathtaking skydive, this leg is packed with unforgettable moments, shifting positions, and plenty of laughs. Together, they break down the strategy, the teamwork, and the decisions that shaped one of the season’s most memorable adventures while Izzy & Pagie share how they would have approached these iconic challenges. Whether you’re reliving the race or watching for the first time, this recap is one you won’t want to miss. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed:Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and 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

Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Four Recap Episode 4 delivers one of the most unforgettable legs of The Amazing Race 29 as Brooke and Brice head to Norway for an episode packed with frustration, resilience, and one iconic ladle that reality TV fans still remember. From navigating demanding Roadblocks and Detours to the pressure of staying alive in the race, the emotions are running high as Brooke relives one of her toughest days on the course. Together, Brooke and Brice revisit the strategy, the stress, the laughs, and the moments that turned this leg into one of the most memorable chapters of the season. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed:Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and 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

Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Three Recap Things heat up in Episode 3 of The Amazing Race 29 as Brooke and Brice travel to Tanzania and Zanzibar for one of the season’s first truly dramatic legs. With the Blind Double U Turn entering the game, tensions building between teams, and strategy starting to outweigh first impressions, the duo revisits the moments that shifted the race and changed team dynamics. Brooke brings her perspective from living it while Brice brings the questions as they unpack the gameplay, personalities, and early signs of who might have what it takes to go the distance. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed:Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and 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

Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode Two Recap The Summer Rewatch continues as Brooke and Brice head to Brazil for Episode 2 of The Amazing Race 29 and the race is already getting messy. From airport strategy and handshake deals to early rivalries, challenging detours, and unforgettable roadblock moments, the duo looks back at the episode that started revealing who came to race and who came to make excuses. Plus, Brooke shares behind the scenes insight while the Pit Stop duo breaks down the chaos, communication, and all the moments that had them talking. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed:Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and 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

Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Episode One Recap The Summer Rewatch officially begins as Brooke and Brice kick off their journey through The Amazing Race Season 29 with Episode 1, where complete strangers meet at the starting line and have just moments to choose a partner before racing around the world. The duo breaks down first impressions, unexpected pairings, early standouts, instant chemistry, questionable decisions, and all the chaos from the season’s unforgettable premiere in Panama. Plus, Brooke revisits this iconic beginning with behind the scenes perspective and plenty of laughs as the Pit Stop Summer Rewatch gets officially underway. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed:Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and 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

Purple Pants Podcast | The Amazing Race 29 Summer Rewatch: Cast Assessment Summer is officially here and Brooke and Brice are reporting for duty as they kick off their Pit Stop Summer Rewatch of The Amazing Race Season 29! Before the race begins, the duo is sizing up the cast and giving their first impressions based solely on the cast photos and team shots. Who looks ready to dominate? Who gives early boot energy? And who might surprise us all? Consider this your warm up lap before we hit the road all summer long with recaps, laughs, special guests, and plenty of Pit Stop chaos. You can also watch along on Brice Izyah's YouTube channel to watch us break it all down https://youtube.com/channel/UCFlglGPPamVHaNAb0tL_s7g Previously on the Purple Pants Podcast Feed:Purple Pants Podcast Archives LISTEN: Subscribe to the Purple Pants podcast feed WATCH: Watch and 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

Inside Hacks' Amazing Race Crossover Episode w/ Director Jeff Rosenberg  Reality TV meets prestige comedy as Rob Cesternino sits down with Jeff Rosenberg, producer and director on Hacks, to break down the making of the show's Amazing Race-themed season 5 episode. Rosenberg—himself a dedicated reality TV superfan—shares how the creative team brought the energy and authenticity of The Amazing Race into the world of scripted TV, blending hilarious challenges, familiar production quirks, and genuine fan appreciation. Rob and Jeff dive into how Hacks' creators became hooked on The Amazing Race, why the memorable cheese wheel challenge made the cut, and how working with the actual Amazing Race crew—including host Phil Keoghan—helped capture the right spirit. The conversation also peels back the curtain on how the episode built both emotional stakes and comedic beats, using reality tropes to deepen the relationship between Deborah and her daughter DJ. Highlights from their discussion include: The story behind selecting iconic Amazing Race challenges like the cheese wheel and goat milking, plus the logistical hurdles of recreating them for scripted TV. Cameos from the Property Brothers, NBA champs, and more—what went into dreaming up and casting a celebrity Amazing Race lineup. The process of blending Hacks’ sharp comedy and heartfelt storytelling with classic reality show dynamics. Real fan moments, including DJ's tribute to how The Amazing Race helped her through tough times—mirroring the real-life impact these shows have on viewers. Honest talk about strategy, challenge selection, and near-misses both on set and in the Amazing Race universe. How does a show like Hacks pay tribute to—and poke fun at—Survivor, Big Brother, and Amazing Race while crafting its own story? Could a future celebrity Amazing Race really work, and would Jeff or Rob survive it? Explore the wild ride behind Hacks' hit episode and the reality TV obsessions fueling it. Catch the full conversation for behind-the-scenes insights, fan debates, and more reality TV crossover fun! Chapters:00:00 Jeff Joins for Hacks/Amazing Race06:12 Amazing Race Easter Eggs Revealed10:30 Shooting Hacks Like Reality TV12:02 Ava Almost Ran the Race15:14 Property Brothers and NBA Cameos18:13 Phil’s Humor Shines On Set23:08 DJ’s Emotional Race Superfandom24:18 Iconic Cheese Challenge Chosen28:05 Kaitlin Olson’s Goat Milking Scene31:56 Deborah and DJ’s Elimination37:08 Detour Decision and Fallout40:19 Would Jeff Run the Race?44:34 Survivor 50 and Fire Debate48:33 Five More Hacks Episodes Coming To pre-order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Never miss a minute of RHAP’s coverage!LISTEN: Subscribe to the podcast feed!WATCH:  Watch and 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

Jag & Jas Post-Season Interview Amazing Race 38 Rob Cesternino, Jessica Liese, and Mike Bloom are back for another incredible journey around the world watching The Amazing Race! Our TAR experts will be back with a recap each and every week! Make sure to also tune into our weekly exit interview with the eliminated team. Today, Mike and Jess break down Jag and Jas' journey on The Amazing Race 38. Pre-order Rob's book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, at www.robhasabook.com Race on over to Twitter to follow these hosts and share all of your thoughts with us on Twitter by tagging @RobHasAPodcast and using the hashtag #RHAP! Rob Cesternino @robcesterninoJessica Liese @HaymakerHattieMike Bloom @AMikeBloomType Join our Facebook group at robhasawebsite.com/targroup  LISTEN: Never miss an episode of Amazing Race coverage by subscribing to RHAP’s Amazing Race Feed. WATCH: Watch and subscribe to all RHAP podcasts 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