Travis Lakata

Travis Lakata

Joined: Sep 16, 2021

I love writing about entertainment, talking about geeky things, and expressing without a doubt how much of a dork I am.

“I’m the Bandit” – Castaways must get the ball rolling in the right direction at the reward challenge to win a relaxing evening at the sanctuary. Then, with only six castaways left, it is an emotional struggle to decide which castaway will be going home, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, May 17 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+. Pictured (L-R): Carolyn Wiger, Yamil “Yam Yam” Arocho, and Carson Garrett. Photo: CBS ©2023 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Highest quality screengrab available.

Survivor 44 episode 12 recap: Breaking up is very hard to do

“Under the Wing of a Dragon” – Castaways must negotiate to earn a big pot of rice for the entire tribe. Then, the castaways will need to put their best foot forward to earn immunity at the next tribal council, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, April 26, (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+. Pictured (L-R): Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS ©2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Survivor 44 episode 9 recap: The Tika trio leads from the shadows

“Don’t Get Cocky, Kid” – A war between old tribes risks creating a shift in power. Then, castaways get twisted and caught up in the immunity challenge, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, April 19 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+. Pictured (L-R): Danny Massa, Lauren Harpe, Brandon Cottom, and Kane Fritzler. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS ©2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Survivor 44 episode 8: Guaranteeing a win on Survivor?

“Let’s Not Be Cute About It” – Castaways must find the key to unlock a new twist in the game. Then, one castaway finds themselves stuck between a rock and a hard place, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, April 12 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+. Pictured (L-R): Jeff Probst, Carson Garrett, and Carolyn Wiger. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS ©2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Survivor 44 episode 7 recap: Heartbreak after the immunity challenge fallout

“Survivor with a Capital S” – The game is about to change as tribes pack their bags and prepare to meet each other on the same beach. Also, one castaway risks getting caught up in their own web of lies, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, April 5, (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+.Pictured (L-R): Yamil "Yam Yam" Arocho. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS ©2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Survivor 44 episode 6 recap: Plans, backup plans, and the ensuing chaos

“The Third Turd” – Tribes must weave their way through the reward challenge to earn power in the game. Also, one person from each tribe is chosen to go on a journey, but there’s a catch, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, March 29, (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+. Pictured (L-R): Carson Garrett, Brandon Cottom, and Kane Fritzler. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS ©2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Survivor 44 episode 5: Odd conversations and a surprise exit

Kaleidoscope. (L to R) Paz Vega as Ava Mercer, Giancarlo Esposito as Leo Pap in episode “White” of Kaleidoscope. Cr. David Scott Holloway/Netflix © 2022

Kaleidoscope episode 8: Watching out of order for Chapter 8

Kaleidoscope. (L to R) Rufus Sewell as Roger Salas, Giancarlo Esposito as Leo Pap in episode “Violet” of Kaleidoscope. Cr. Clifton Prescod/Netflix © 2022

Kaleidoscope episode 5: Watching out of order for Chapter 3

“Telenovela” – The remaining six castaways must get the ball rolling to win the reward challenge and earn a sweet treat. Also, castaways will need to hang in there during the immunity challenge to secure their spot in the final five, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, Dec. 7 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+ .Pictured (L-R): Jesse Lopez, Karla Cruz Godoy and Cassidy Clark. Photo: CBS ©2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Highest quality screengrab available.

Survivor 43 episode 12 is absolutely controlled by a Sith Lord

Cast from SURVIVOR Season 43. Pictured (L-R): Justine Brennan, Jesse Lopez, Noelle Lambert, Dwight Moore, Nneka Ejere, Cody Assenmacher, Elisabeth "Elie" Scott, Owen Knight, Morriah Young, Sami Layadi, Jeanine Zheng, Mike 'Gabler' Gabler, Lindsay Carmine, James Jones, Geo Bustamante, Ryan Medrano, Karla Cruz Godoy and Cassidy Clark. -- Photo: Robert Voets/CBS ©2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Survivor 43 episode 7 twists and turns players and advantages

SURVIVOR announced today the 18 new castaways who will compete against each other on SURVIVOR when the Emmy Award-winning series returns for its 42nd season with a two-hour premiere, Wednesday, March 9 (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. The series is also available to stream live and on demand on the CBS app and Paramount+*. Pictured Top Left to Right: Lydia Meredith, Rocksroy Bailey, Marya Sherron, Jonathan Young, Mike Turner, Drea Wheeler, Romeo Escobar, Lindsay Dolashewich, Hai Giang, and Chanelle Howell. Pictured Bottom Left to Right: Zach Wurtenberger, Tori Meehan, Daniel Strunk, Maryanne Oketch, Jackson Fox, Jenny Kim, Omar Zaheer, and Swati Goel. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS Entertainment 2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Survivor 42 episode 8 showcases valuable representation in double immunity

SURVIVOR announced today the 18 new castaways who will compete against each other on SURVIVOR when the Emmy Award-winning series returns for its 42nd season with a two-hour premiere, Wednesday, March 9 (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. The series is also available to stream live and on demand on the CBS app and Paramount+*. Pictured Top Left to Right: Lydia Meredith, Rocksroy Bailey, Marya Sherron, Jonathan Young, Mike Turner, Drea Wheeler, Romeo Escobar, Lindsay Dolashewich, Hai Giang, and Chanelle Howell. Pictured Bottom Left to Right: Zach Wurtenberger, Tori Meehan, Daniel Strunk, Maryanne Oketch, Jackson Fox, Jenny Kim, Omar Zaheer, and Swati Goel. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS Entertainment 2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Survivor 42 episode 7 sees a majority alliance lead the way