We Know The Traitors

Rob's Traitors UK S4 Review

Welcome to RHAP's coverage of ALL the Traitors iterations from around the world, including New Zealand, Australia, and Canada. The Traitors is a high-stakes reality competition set in a secluded castle, where contestants must work together to complete challenges and earn a prize pot—while rooting out the secret traitors hidden among them.

Today, Rob Cesternino joins Pooya and Annabell to talk through his thoughts on Traitors UK S4.

Rob Cesternino joins Pooya and Annabel to break down The Traitors UK Season 4 in a full-spoiler discussion focused on gameplay, strategy, and the season’s defining relationships. Drawing from the finale recap and post-season analysis, the hosts examine how Rachel and Steven navigated constant suspicion to secure a dominant traitor victory.

The talk centers on whether Rachel or Steven deserves primary credit for the win. Rob argues that Rachel’s ability to survive repeated public accusations, manage multiple relationships, and redirect suspicion made her the season’s standout strategist, while Steven’s social capital and calming influence provided essential support. Together, they discuss how the “control freak and quiet one” pairing created a highly effective endgame alliance.

The panel revisit key faithful players, including Jessie and Harriet, highlighting why strong reads failed to translate into lasting momentum. They also analyze major twists, including the dagger mechanic, secret traitor format, and tie-breaking shield challenge, evaluating how each shaped voting behavior and endgame outcomes.

Additional discussion focuses on breakfast strategy, fashion and social distraction, family relationship twists, and whether these elements help or hinder faithful gameplay. Rob, Pooya, and Annabell compare the UK and US versions, arguing that the UK format prioritizes cleaner strategy while the US emphasizes spectacle.

The episode closes with broader reflections on future twists, faithful power balance, and what Season 4 reveals about long-term traitor success. With detailed breakdowns of voting patterns, alliance management, and social manipulation, this recap frames the season as one of the franchise’s most strategically impressive wins.

So, grab your cloak and join the roundtable — because when it comes to The Traitors, nobody does betrayal breakdowns better than We Know the Traitors.

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Traitors US S4 Week 4 Interview w/ Murdered Player

Welcome to RHAP's coverage of ALL the Traitors iterations from around the world, including New Zealand, Australia, and Canada. The Traitors US is a high-stakes reality competition set in a secluded castle, where contestants must work together to complete challenges and earn a prize pot—while rooting out the secret traitors hidden among them.

Rob Cesternino and Pooya sit down with Survivor 44 winner, Yam Yam Arocho, for an illuminating exit interview after episode 7 of The Traitors S4. The podcast features candid reflections on Yam Yam’s dramatic murder in the game and explores the layered dynamics of trust, strategy, and personal interactions that shaped this pivotal episode. 

In this discussion, Yam Yam shares the emotional complexities of navigating suspicion and loyalty among cast members. He describes the subtle signs that tipped him off to Lisa Rinna’s intentions, his approach to the antidote challenge, and why trust with specific players mattered more than a scramble for safety. The spotlight turns to social signals, strategic missteps, and the personal impact of playing with non-gamers who brought real-life personalities into a high-stakes competition.

Explore key moments such as:

-Yam Yam’s suspicions about Lisa Rinna’s behavior after noticing a shift in her demeanor during the Black Banquet

-The choice to step back in the antidote challenge and focus on regaining trust among the group, instead of aggressively pursuing safety

-Yam Yam reflecting on how interpersonal friction with Michael colored his experience and gameplay strategy

-Candid discussions about being perceived as a strategist, and the challenges of playing authentically when others misread intent

Chapters:

0:00 Intros

1:25 Black Banquet Shifts the Game

2:32 Confronting Personal Conflicts and Anger

4:01 Reading Lisa’s Telling Signals

5:44 Why Jam Jam Didn’t Grab Antidote

7:44 Misunderstood, Mistrusted by the Group

8:21 Fallout From “Mastermind” Reputation

9:57 Validating the Lisa Rinna Vote

10:46 Reflecting on Being Untrue to Self

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Traitors US S4 Ep 7 Recap

Welcome to RHAP's coverage of ALL the Traitors iterations from around the world, including New Zealand, Australia, and Canada. The Traitors US is a high-stakes reality competition set in a secluded castle, where contestants must work together to complete challenges and earn a prize pot—while rooting out the secret traitors hidden among them.

Today, Rob Cesternino and Pooya discuss episode 7 of Traitors US Season 4.

Rob Cesternino and Pooya recap Episode 7 of The Traitors, “The Black Banquet,” breaking down the season’s most elaborate twist and its impact on the game. They analyze the murder-in-plain-sight ceremony, the cursed banquet, and how Jam Jam became the victim despite the faithful’s efforts to identify the threat.

The hosts discuss Lisa Rinna’s execution of the twist, how heightened suspicion shaped player behavior, and why Jam Jam ultimately failed to secure an antidote. They examine Natalie Anderson’s early vulnerability, her composed defense at the round table, and how she rebuilt trust moving forward.

Rob and Pooya focus on Rob Roush’s emergence as the central strategic force of the episode. They outline how he leveraged Jam Jam’s final comments to build momentum against Lisa, led the charge at the round table, and secured the season’s first successful traitor banishment. They also consider whether Rob’s increased visibility could become a long-term liability.

The episode explores Candace’s controversial throwaway vote against Rob, the implications of housewife loyalty, and how the castle appears to be dividing into competing power blocs. Attention then turns to the physically demanding dagger challenge, where Rob earned a secret double-vote advantage and unified a dominant group around keeping it hidden.

Finally, Rob and Pooya assess the growing tension inside the turret, debate potential recruitment and murder targets, and preview an impending traitor civil war. With shifting alliances and new power in play, the episode marks a major turning point in the season’s endgame.

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Traitors US S4 Week 3 Interviews

Welcome to RHAP's coverage of ALL the Traitors iterations from around the world, including New Zealand, Australia, and Canada. The Traitors US is a high-stakes reality competition set in a secluded castle, where contestants must work together to complete challenges and earn a prize pot—while rooting out the secret traitors hidden among them.

Today, Rob Cesternino and Pooya chat with comedian and former contestant Ron Funches and interviews Michael Rapaport about their castle experiences. The episode dives into big social moves, the challenges of feeling isolated, and what it’s like navigating both suspicion and strategy surrounded by Faithfuls and Traitors.

Ron opens up about adjusting to life after banishment, sharing how he copes with the whirlwind of reaction from fans and social media. He reveals why he preferred being a Faithful, how his social style impacted his connections, and how unexpected bonds, like his friendship with Rob Roush, made the game both harder and more meaningful. Meanwhile, Michael Rapaport reflects on his own polarizing gameplay, why he apologized to Colton for an on-screen comment, and whether viewers misunderstand his intentions and actions during tense roundtable moments. The conversation also touches on the dynamics between Faithfuls and Traitors and the challenge of being targeted or isolated in such a closed environment.

Highlights from the discussion include:

Ron Funches explains his “faithful” approach and candid interactions during his exit

The behind-the-scenes story of Ron's roundtable goodbye and how perceptions differ from reality

Michael Rapaport addresses controversy, his approach to apologies, and why he felt targeted in the castle

Insights into social dynamics—Ron’s unique bonding style and how it affected his game standing

Honest reflections on friendship, gameplay regrets, and who treated Ron with the most respect

How do players manage real emotions and strategy under pressure—with alliances, trust, and suspicion at every turn? Find out who stepped up, who was misunderstood, and which moments surprised even the contestants themselves.

Chapters:0:00 Ron Funches' Emotional Exit2:34 Traitor or Faithful Aspirations5:01 Farewell Speech Changes Game Tone7:04 Unexpected Bonds With the Traitors8:34 Failing to Spot the Traitors9:45 Would Ron Return to Reality13:04 Michael Rapaport Confronts Perceptions14:22 Addressing Colton Controversy Directly16:29 Defending Reputation and Chaos Claims20:06 The Viral Eating Scene Explained21:25 Hesitation About Attending the Reunion23:00 Supporting Tiffany at Her Lowest

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The Traitors UK S4 Finale Week Recap

Welcome to RHAP's coverage of ALL the Traitors iterations from around the world, including New Zealand, Australia, and Canada. The Traitors is a high-stakes reality competition set in a secluded castle, where contestants must work together to complete challenges and earn a prize pot—while rooting out the secret traitors hidden among them.

We Know the Traitors is back and diving straight into the drama of The Traitors UK Season 4! Hosts Pooya and Annabel Fidler break down the finale week of The Traitors UK Season 4.

So, grab your cloak and join the roundtable — because when it comes to The Traitors, nobody does betrayal breakdowns better than We Know the Traitors.

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