Shows
The Pride Has SpokenThe Pride Has Spoken | Episode 18: Katurah Topps and Sabiyah BroderickThe Pride Has Spoken | Episode 18: Katurah Topps and Sabiyah Broderick
The Pride Has Spoken celebrates LGBTQIA+ contestants on Survivor. Each episode this season, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda), Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw), and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) sit down with LGBTQIA+ players to reflect on their experiences—on the island and beyond.
This episode features Survivor 45 contestants Katurah Topps and Sabiyah Broderick.
Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to share your love for the podcast or a queer Survivor player or moment.
Order a #Th...
2025-06-221h 30
Black and CULTivatedI'm Betting On Me - Katurah Topps PART 2In Part 1, we met badass Katurah Topps, a civil rights attorney, resilient fighter, and cult survivor. In Part 2 we will follow her escape from the House of Yahweh, her reintroduction to the world, and the obstacles faced post-cult. Send us a textThank you for listening. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@blackandcultivated If you or someone you know has been affected by cult involvement and is seeking help, the following resources are available: Surviving Universal UK ...
2025-04-0754 minBlack and CULTivatedI'm Betting On Me - Katurah Topps PART 1Katurah Topps is a resilient fighter and survivor. As a civil rights attorney from St. Louis, Missouri, now based in New York, Katurah is a true badass who fights against racially discriminatory systems at all levels. You may also know her from Survivor 45 where she was strategic and relentless #AF In part one of her story we'll learn about her journey in the dangerous cult House of Yahweh which took her and her family to Abeline Texas at just 9 years old. Part 2 will be released April 7th, 2025Send us...
2025-03-3155 min
Black Bi RealitySurvivor 48 Ep 1 - 2...Star & Sai's Subversive GameNicole Weaver (she/her) of Black Bi Reality recaps Survivor 48's episodes 1 and 2. Star Toomey falls to the bottom of Lagi. Sai Hughley gets control of the Vula men. Civa remains the strongest tribe in challenges. Katurah Topps Interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYyElcY4v18 Aysha Welch Interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUqnroLeDUg&t=173s Follow Nicole Weaver https://www.instagram.com/nikkiberniceinsta/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackBiReality Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackbireality/ Follow on TikTok: https...
2025-03-0623 min
Idol Talk: A Survivor PodcastNew Era Heroes vs. Villains | Survivor 50 Speculation (Part 3)In this episode of the Idol Talk podcast, Peyton and Jacob discuss a theoretical casting for a modern-day Heroes vs. Villains Survivor season using players from seasons 41 to 47. They explore the changing definitions of heroism and villainy in the new era, largely influenced by social media and evolving gameplay norms.
Both hosts draft their ideal Heroes and Villains tribes, debating players' merits and past performances. The episode delves into strategic decisions and past game moves of notable Survivor contestants like Marianne, Jonathan, Jesse, and Genevieve. They conclude by reflecting on the challenges of casting a balanced and r...
2025-02-0757 min
The Lawyer Stories PodcastEp 208 | Katurah Topps | Civil Rights Lawyer, Motivational Speaker, and Fan Favorite on Survivor 45 The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 208 features Katurah Topps, a NYC civil rights lawyer and motivational speaker, most recently known for her appearance on CBS' Hit Reality TV Show "SURVIVOR," season 45. While on Survivor, Katurah revealed that she spent her childhood raised in a religious cult, where she was ripped out of school at 10-years-old, forced into years of manual labor, and eventually became a child bride. In this powerful interview we discuss how Katurah overcame seemingly insurmountable hardships, escaped the cult, and became a Georgetown Law graduate—and what she is doing now to help others! We also discuss Ka...
2024-12-121h 37
Happy to See Me with Erika CasupananKaturah Topps on surviving a cult and seeking joy beyond SurvivorKaturah Topps (Survivor 45) opens up about growing up in a cult and the complexities of sharing such a personal story with millions. Erika and Katurah discuss the realities of playing Survivor while being underestimated. Plus, Katurah chats about taking a break from traditional law practice, writing a memoir and life post-Survivor. Tune in for a fun chat about resilience, identity and the power of storytelling.
Follow Katurah on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hautekatur/
Follow the podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/happytoseemepod/
Follow Erika on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/erika_cas/
2024-11-0450 min
Heavy Crown NetworkSurvivor 47 | Episode 6 | #survivor #survivor47Send a textOur Host: BIG D Special Guests: Katurah Topps IG: @hautekatur / Jake O'Kane IG: @jakeo.kaneRecap of The Survivor Episode 6 Date: 10/23/24Royal Tea Show: #Survivor47 #Survivor #cbs
2024-10-241h 08
Morally Corrupt‘Survivor’ Season 47, Episode 6 | The Pod Has SpokenIt’s merge day and Tyson and Riley are joined by Katurah from Season 45 to chat about the sixth episode of Survivor 47! They discuss the archetypes that have been popping up on the show, the different types of chaos agents, and the entertainment of schoolyard picks and blindsides.Hosts: Tyson Apostol and Riley McAteeGuest: Katurah ToppsProducer: Ashleigh SmithTheme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-10-242h 01Black Bi RealityLove Is Blind S7 Ep 10 &11 w/ Katurah Topps...Hannah & Tim's Exit InterviewsNicole Weaver of Black Bi Reality, Quita Tinsley (she/they), and Katurah Topps of Survivor 45 are back to talk about Love Is Blind season 7 episodes 10 through 11 on Netflix. Multiple couples fall apart right before the wedding. Ashley believes Tyler about only being a donor and not a father. Taylor confronts Garrett for texting an ex. Ramses and Marissa get worse. Follow Katurah Topps https://www.instagram.com/hautekatur/ Follow Quita Tinsely https://www.instagram.com/hello_quita/ Book a Consultation with Quita https://www.iolastrategies.com/ Grassroots University https://www.grassrootsuniversity...
2024-10-211h 13Black Bi RealitySurvivor 47 Ep 4 W/Katurah Topps: Rome Pushes Sol to the EdgeBlack Bi Reality host Nicole Weaver and Katurah Topps of Survivor 45 talk about Survivor 47 Episode 4, "Is That Blood in Your Hair." Tensions between Rome Cooney and Solomon "Sol" Yi on Lavo rise. Sam Phalen and Sierra Wright argue after Andy Rueda shares information. Sue Smey lies about her age. Follow Katurah Topps https://www.instagram.com/hautekatur/ Follow Nicole Weaver: https://www.instagram.com/nikkiberniceinsta/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackBiReality Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackbireality/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackbireality
2024-10-131h 02
Bitter JurorsSurvivor 47 - Episode 3 (w/ Katurah Topps)Iconic final juror Katurah Topps from Survivor 45 joins us to discuss the third episode of Survivor 47
2024-10-071h 48
Silent PodcastsI Don't Know About That: Survivor 47 Episode 2 RecapHost Gia Worthy (@classicallygia) is joined by Survivor 45 contestant Katurah Topps (@KaturahTopps) to discuss episode 2 of Survivor 47. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-09-301h 20The Pride Has SpokenThe Pride Has Spoken | Episode 13: Katurah ToppsThe Pride Has Spoken | Episode 13: Katurah Topps
The Pride Has Spoken is all about celebrating LGBTQIA+ contestants on CBS’s Survivor. Each episode this season, Evvie Jagoda (they/them; @EvvieJagoda), Matt Scott (he/him; @mattscottgw) and Grace Leeder (she/her; @hifromgrace) will have conversations with many LGBTQIA+ players to talk about their experiences on the show.
This episode features none other than Katurah Topps (@KaturahTopps) and begins with a welcome message by Sabiyah Broderick (@_thesoularpapi).
Use #ThePrideHasSpoken and share your love for this week’s guest, or to s...
2024-06-2400 minBlack Bi RealitySurvivor 46 Finale w/Katurah Topps & Izzy GleicherBlack Bi Reality host Nicole Weaver and 'Survivor 45's Katurah Topps, and Izzy Gleicher of 'Big Brother 25' talk about 'Survivor 46' Episode 13. Liz makes the controversial move to help Kenzie beat Maria in a challenge. Maria's vote shocks everyone. But most importantly, we have a bisexual winner! Follow Katurah Topps https://www.instagram.com/hautekatur/ Follow Izzy Gleicher https://x.com/flutedyke Read Nicole's reality tv reporting https://collider.com/author/nicole-weaver/ Follow Nicole Weaver: https://www.instagram.com/nikkiberniceinsta/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackBiReality Follow on...
2024-05-261h 26Black Bi RealityI Kissed A Girl E5 & 6 w/Sabiyah Broderick and Katurah ToppsBlack Bi Reality's Nicole Weaver, Sabiyah Broderick and Katurah Topps of 'Survivor 45' talk about I Kissed A Girl episodes 5 and 46. Fiorenza's head goes 360. We get a new Black femme with Thea, and drama goes down between the power couples. Read Nicole's reporting https://collider.com/author/nicole-weaver/ Follow Sabiyah Broderick https://www.instagram.com/_thesoularpapi Follow Katurah Topps https://www.instagram.com/hautekatur/ Follow Nicole Weaver: https://www.instagram.com/nikkiberniceinsta/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackBiReality Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackbireality/
2024-05-261h 10
Silent PodcastsI Don't Know About That: Survivor 46 Episode 10 RecapHost Gia Worthy (@classicallygia) is joined by Survivor 45 contestant Katurah Topps (@KaturahTopps) to discuss episode 10 of Survivor 46. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-05-041h 18
Mental Health check in with TalikMental health check in with Katurah ToppsMental health, Survivor, depression and more
2024-03-2256 min
Heavy Crown NetworkSurvivor 46 | Ep.3 | Wackadoodles Win | #survivor #survivor46Send a textOur Host: BIG D Special Guest::: Katurah Topps ( Instagram: hautekatur )KATURAH YOUTUBE PAGE: https://www.youtube.com/@katurahtoppsRecap of The Survivor Episode 3 Date: 03/13/24Royal Tea Show: #Survivor46 #Survivor #CBS
2024-03-141h 03Black Bi RealityLove Is Blind 6 Finale Pt. 2 How To Make a ClayQuita Tinsely (they/she), Katurah Topps of 'Survivor 45' and Black Bi Reality host Nicole Weaver talk 'Love Is Blind' Season 6 finale "Meet Me at the Altar." Part 2 focuses on A.D. and Clay.'Love Is Blind's Clay's Generational Trauma Ruined His Confidence in Marriagehttps://collider.com/love-is-blind-season-6-finale-generational-trauma/Follow Katurah https://www.youtube.com/@katurahtoppsFollow Quita Tinsely https://www.instagram.com/hello_quita/Follow Nicole Weaver: https://www.instagram.com/nikkiberniceinsta/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackBiReality Follow on IG: https://www...
2024-03-121h 14Black Bi RealityLove Is Blind 6 Finale Jimmy Embarrasses Chelsea 1 Last TimeQuita Tinsely (they/she), Katurah Topps of 'Survivor 45' and Black Bi Reality host Nicole Weaver talk 'Love Is Blind' Season 6 finale "Meet Me at the Altar." Part 1 focuses on Chelsea and Jimmy, then Amy and Johnny, and then A.D. and Clay. Part 2 will finish A.D. and Clay's wedding. ‘Love Is Blind’s Charlotte Has the Worst Men of the Franchise https://collider.com/love-is-blind-season-6-charlotte-men/ Follow Katurah https://www.youtube.com/@katurahtopps Follow Quita Tinsely https://www.instagram.com/hello_quita/ Follow Nicole Weaver: https://www.instagram.com/nikk...
2024-03-1232 min
Silent PodcastsI Do Know About That! Black History Month Survivor TriviaOur ultimate bar trivia game is back for Black History Month! We're honoring Black Survivor players this time in our battle of wits. Players are Katurah Topps (@KaturahTopps), James Jones (@J2daJones), Dwight Moore (@dwightmoore_jr), Chappell (@Chappells_Show), Gia Worthy (@classicallygia), and LaTonya Starks (@lkstarks). Jordan Kalish (@JordanKalish) hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-02-181h 55
Break Into Law School®Survivor 45 Finalist & Civil Rights Lawyer: Katurah Topps’ JourneyKnown for her appearance on Survivor Season 45, civil rights attorney Katurah Topps, shares her extraordinary life journey. Raised in a religious cult, she escaped at 14, defied societal norms, and became a successful civil rights lawyer. Katurah discusses her Survivor experience, emphasizing the importance of representation and her commitment to empowering marginalized voices. Her resilience, despite adversity, serves as inspiration for others considering paths in law or advocacy. Join us as we delve into her Survivor experience, the challenges she faced, and her ongoing dedication to civil rights.
2024-02-1631 min
Purple Pants Podcast with Brice IzyahPurple Pants Podcast | One-on-One w/ Katurah ToppsPurple Pants Podcast | One-on-One w/ Katurah ToppsContinuing our Survivor News post-season 45 coverage, we’re back with a special one-on-one interview featuring Belo’s own Katurah Topps. Join us as Katurah shares insights on her journey through Belo, experiences during the season, how she prepared for Survivor, her strategies in the game, life lessons, and much more in this exclusive post-season interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-02-091h 17Black Bi RealityThe Traitors S2 E5 Recap w/Katurah Topps Is Dan Delulu?Katurah Topps of Survivor 45 and Black Bi Reality host Nicole Weaver talk about The Traitors Season 2 Episode 5. The faithfuls continue to suspect Dan Gheesling and Janelle Pierzina of Big Brother makes a hard turn. Katurah Topps’ YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@katurahtoppsFollow Nicole Weaver: / nikkiberniceinsta Follow us on Twitter: / blackbireality Follow on IG: / blackbireality Follow on TikTok: / blackbireality Photo credit NBC Universal Theme Music DJ MC Pro Branding by Jordan Scruggs
2024-01-281h 12Survivor 45 – RobHasAwebsite.comSurvivor 45 | Katurah Topps Post-Season InterviewSurvivor 45 | Katurah Topps Post-Season Interview
It’s time for another Survivor 45 post-season interview. Get a look behind the Survivor scenes and catch a fresh perspective from the castaways themselves. Today, Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) is joined by Katurah Topps (@KaturahTopps) to discuss her time in Fiji! Learn more about her strategic choices, alliances, relationships and much much more!
We love to hear your Survivor feedback! Tag us on Twitter @RobHasAPodcast and use #RHAP!
Subscribe to the RHAP Survivor feed for upcoming postseason interviews from more of your favorite castaways and take a look back at...
2024-01-2400 minBlack Bi RealityKaturah Topps' Black Queer Healing Post Survivor 45Katurah Topps of 'Survivor 45' talks about life before, during, and after the show. How her dating life came up with winner Dee Valladares, why she called herself queer and not a lesbian to castaways, and more. The Civil Rights Attorney reveals her plan for the future.Subscribe to Katurah https://www.youtube.com/@katurahtopps Follow Nicole Weaver: https://www.instagram.com/nikkiberniceinsta/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackBiRealityFollow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackbireality/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackbireality
2024-01-1335 min
The Parting Shot with H. Alan ScottWill Survivor FINALLY Break Their Emmy Curse?Awards season is in full swing. While the Golden Globes were boring, the Screen Actors Guild Award nominations added some much needed drama to the season. But it’s the Emmys that is on everybody’s mind. The real question is, will ‘Survivor’ finally win an Emmy after a 17 year absence from the awards? It could happen, and it’s large part to players like Katurah Topps, who joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott on this episode. She talked about the highs and lows of her game play, what it’s like to be on social media as a Black and quee...
2024-01-1237 min
Silent PodcastsI Don't Know About That: Post Season Interview with Katurah ToppsWith Survivor 45 now at a close, contestant Katurah Topps (@KaturahTopps) joins Gia Worthy (@classicallygia) and Isaiah Goins (@8ballbangers) to discuss her time in the game and her post season reflections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-01-061h 03
Outlast Podcast13. FinaleIn the latest episode of "Outlast Podcast," we delve into the exciting finale of "Survivor" Season 45, Episode 13, titled "Living the Survivor Dream." This episode was packed with strategy, competition, and surprising twists that kept viewers on the edge of their seats.
The final five contestants - Austin Li Coon, Dee Valladares, Jake O’Kane, Julie Alley, and Katurah Topps - faced intense challenges to secure their spots in the final three. The episode featured a dramatic immunity challenge, where the players had to navigate an intricate obstacle course, which included digging up machetes, tossing sandbags, solving locks, cl...
2023-12-2439 minBlack Bi RealitySurvivor 45 Katurah Topps InterviewNicole Weaver of the Black Bi Reality podcast talks to Katurah Topps of 'Survivor 45.' We dive deep into Black queer representation on Survivor, Katurah's emotional moments, and if she's a villain or a hero.Follow Nicole Weaver: https://www.instagram.com/nikkiberniceinsta/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackBiReality Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackbireality/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackbireality
2023-12-2214 minSurvivor 45 – RobHasAwebsite.comSurvivor 45 | Final Five Exit InterviewsSurvivor 45 | Final Five Exit Interviews
Rob Cesternino (@RobCesternino) returns for the final time this season with the exit interviews from the final five castaways of Survivor 45.
The exit interview offers a behind-the-scenes look into life on the island, and allows the castaway to offer insight into their perspective.
Today, Rob is joined by the seventh juror, Julie Alley; the eighth juror, Katurah Topps; runners-up Jake O’Kane and Austin Li Coon; and the winner of Survivor 45: Dee Valladares.
Don’t miss an episode of RHAP’s exte...
2023-12-2100 min
The Challenge HistorianSurvivor 45 Season Preview (Survivor Historian with Tony and Jacob)A new season of Survivor is upon us and with it comes a new version of this podcast! We are officially taking on a new show here at Challenge Historian, and will be transforming into Survivor Historian every week throughout Survivor 45s run. And for the first time in the history of this podcast Jacob will be joined by a permanent co-host, the one and only Tony Lantz!You may recognize Tony from The Challenge Fandom podcast where he co-hosts on all of their incredible Challenge coverage. Being the lifelong Survivor fan and all around wonderful human...
2023-09-202h 52
Justice Above AllFines, Fees, and Racial Wealth ExtractionOn this episode, host Dr. Kesha Moore traces the history of fines and fees and outlines how localities are fining some of their poorest residents as a way to generate revenue for their budgets. Guests: Katurah Topps, LDF Policy Counsel, Emily Harris, Policy Director of the Ella Baker Center, and Cortney Sanders, Senior Manger of State and Policy Analysis at Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Produced by Keecee DeVenny and Jacqueline O'Neill Edited by Keecee DeVenny If you enjoyed this episode please consider leaving a review and helping others find it! T...
2022-02-0831 min
The Great Trials PodcastKaturah Topps, Gino Brogdon and Derrick A. Pope | Black Lives Matter EpisodeThis week, your hosts Steve Lowry and Yvonne Godfrey interview Katurah Topps (https://www.naacpldf.org/), Gino Brogdon (http://ginobrogdon.com/) and Derrick Pope (https://onthearc.net/)
Remember to rate and review GTP in iTunes: Click Here To Rate and Review
Episode Details:
NAACP Legal Defense Fund Policy Counsel Katurah Topps, mediator and former Atlanta Judge Gino Brogdon, and Arc of Justice Institute founder Derrick Pope join Steve and Yvonne to discuss systemic racism in America's civil and criminal justice system. This enlightening panel discussion covers the historical context of...
2020-06-301h 56
Glitter & DoomCity Council’s Plan to Create an Office of Hate Crime PreventionThe number of hate crimes is spiking all over the country, and Brooklyn is no exception. This past Tuesday, New York City Council Members announced their intention to create an Office of Hate Crimes Prevention. To talk about these developments, Katurah Topps, Policy Counsel at NAACP Legal Defense Fund, joins MacKenzie in the studio.
2018-12-0624 min