“Survivor”: Season 44, Episode 7 Recap and Review

Vaughn Armour ’25 Columnist

On April 19, “Survivor” released episode seven of season 44. The episode was another great one in what is becoming a fantastic season. It was entertaining throughout and packed to the brim with the strategic dilemmas that “Survivor” fans love.

It also had emotional moments, like Carson struggling physically. He repeatedly threw up and was visibly weak throughout. This likely won’t have a longterm effect on his game, but his tears and trembles were tough to watch. During another emotional moment, Frannie was crying after Matt’s elimination. She had to sit and watch him fear for his “Survivor” life, and then watch him leave. Understandably, that took a toll on her.

Unlike Frannie, the Ratu four felt great about Matt’s elimina- tion. Brandon, Jaime, Kane, and Lauren thought they’d cruise through the game with the Tika three (Carson, Yam Yam, and Carolyn) in their pockets. In modern “Survivor,” though, that never happens. Players are too individually motivated now and will do everything they can to put themselves in a winning position.

The Tika three are no exception. That group, who Yam Yam affectionately called “The Three Stooges,” is actually in a great spot — underestimated and trusted by both Ratu and Soka.

The contestants paired up to start the immunity challenge.

Carolyn immediately said she’d go with the ailing Carson, which was heartwarming. Carolyn has grown on me throughout the season as a player and person. She cares about her people and treats them well. She’s also not a bad strategist.

In the challenge, there were