[Leslie]

Just a quick real human moment here, I definitely don't hide the fact that I am Christian, but there can be so many assumptions made so quickly about me when I share that. I know as a teacher it can be super difficult because of the line between Church and State. Last year I had a super unique moment when a student asked if I was Christian, and I told her that I cannot really share that information. Another student came up and said, "There is literally no fucking way she is Christian. I am gay and constantly tell her about my boyfriend, and she has never made me feel like shit."  That comment from my kiddo made me so sad. It is so hard to know that some Christians are so unkind and unloving. Like, I don't know what God they know and love, but I love a God who loves everyone and accepts everyone as they are, where they are. It sure as shit isn't my job to pass judgment on anyone. It is just sad that sometimes when I share that I am Christian, someone's gut instinct could be to feel like I would judge them. It makes it super hard to share in situations like this, but it literally the biggest piece of who I am. OUFF. I hope people don't automatically judge me because of that. Anyways, just my deep thought at the moment.

Anyways, back to game stuff, Sherea is WILD. We literally know nothing about her yet. OUFF. Everyone else seems super nice. My personal goal in this game is to hopefully have Denise be a bit less self-deprecating. She seems so sweet and is so mean to herself so far! Jaime seems like a sweetheart and I cannot wait to bond over momma stuff! Aaron is super chill and seems SO cool! I feel like he is probably going overplay, but maybe not! So far we haven't talked with Erik, Jean-Robert, or Frosti, but I think it will be fun to meet them. I think so far I vibe the most with Aaron and Jaime.

[James Zinkand]

I love when newbies have listened to more podcast episodes than anyone actually in the community.  

I’m happy for you to get to experience Survivor!  Have fun!