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‘Survivor’ at 50: What Makes CBS’ Reality Franchise So Durable?

May 13, 2026·17 min
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On today’s episode, in our Cover Story segment, we put the spotlight on “Survivor” as the reality stalwart hits Season 50. As detailed by Variety’s Emily Longeretta and Selome Hailu, CBS’ innovative and enduring unscripted juggernaut has set the standard for the reality-competition genre for 26 years and counting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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