The Amazing Race Rewind

S05E12 (Finale: part 2) - You just made me a millionaire

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT

In this finale episode, we discuss the race's first visit to Canada, how a team lucked into their win, compare this finale to seasons past, and much more!

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S05E12 (Finale: Part 1) - Now it's Kim time

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the first hour of the season 5 finale, including a gorgeous visit to El Nido, flag confusion, and the elimination that determines the final three teams.

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S05E11 - It's not just that they suck, it's that we're decent (with Jamie)

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we are delighted to welcome first time guest Jamie!! She is our resident guide to the Philippines as we discuss crashouts, coconuts, carabao and so much more!

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S05E10 - Thank god .... literally

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we discuss The Amazing Race's second trip to New Zealand, including the most fun tasks we've seen, the failure of the non-elimination twist, and the demise of a favourite team.

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S05E09 - We are sooo gonna manipulate people

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we discuss a classic old school India leg, including a controversial fast forward, a great roadblock, a flop detour, and much more!

S5E08 - Gastronomic Gauntlet

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT

In this episode we get a look into the teams' money problems, flat tires, a close call with prison, and much more!

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S05E07 - Don't help these Americans, they're violent (with Kyla and Hudson)

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we welcome back Kyla as a guest and introduce Hudson, a first-time guest. We discuss the final six teams, an all-time airport drama sequence, a shocking elimination, and much more!

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S05E06 - Egyptology 101

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In this episode we hear about Andrew's crazy conspiracies, Jill's philosophical musings, hustle a herd of animals, and much more!

Stay tuned for, not one, but TWO exciting guests next week!

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S05E05 - Bellissimo! (with Sarah)

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we have our first guest of season 5 to discuss a leg that expertly balanced travel and tasks, rule changes, Egyptology, Charla and Mirna's language skills, and much more!

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S05E04 - I'm depressed but I'm not giving up

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:23:09 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the Race's first journey to Russia, a controversial roadblock, our evolving thoughts on season 5, inter-continental travel on the race, and much more!

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S05E03 - You watch, I will get even

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:53:39 GMT

In this episode, we discuss insane airport strategizing and drama, an entertaining roadblock, the twins' unnecessary journey to the pitstop, and much more!

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S05E02 - I'm not perfect. I'm just better

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:00:14 GMT

In this episode, we discuss our own commentary style, the underwhelming impressions this season has made so far, deception and lies over pesos and dollars, and much more!

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S05E01 - Charla, get your whistle!

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 12:00:15 GMT

In this episode, we discuss our polar opposite opinions of the season 5 premiere. We delve into our first impressions of the cast, a new twist, interesting detour options, and much more!

The Amazing Race Season 4 Deep Dive

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 11:00:11 GMT

In this episode, we have an in-depth discussion about TAR 4. Topics include: behind-the-scenes information, a cast analysis, comparison to the first three seasons, public reception, and much more!

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S04E13 - (Finale) The Sun "De-ville's" Stadium

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:52 GMT

In the finale for season 4 we discuss lawless driving, incredible skydiving music, flight frenzies and blunders, and much more!

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S04E12 - Are you feeling chipper?

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:00:41 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the penultimate leg of season 4, including the return of the Kodak digital easy share camera (hurray), interesting decisions at the detour, several automotive incidents, and much more!

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S04E11 - SUMMER SURPRISE PT 2!

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 15:29:29 GMT

Hello everyone! We hope you are all enjoying your summers!

This is the second of our two pre-recorded episodes that will be dropped over the summer. We were very lucky to have a special guest join us!

We will be back in early September with the rest of the season

In this episode we are delighted to have Rebecca as our first guest since last season to discuss the tearing down of kites, clown cynicism, a fish task AGAIN, and much more!

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S04E10 - SUMMER SURPRISE PT 1

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:00:13 GMT

Hello everyone, and long time no see! This episode was pre-recorded at the beginning of the summer, and will 1 of 2 summer surprises (just to keep thinking us about season 4 before we wrap it up in the fall).

In this episode we attend to some housekeeping, discuss an INSANELY questionable roadblock health-wise, the slimiest detour option ever, and much more!

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S04E09 - Just open the Fast Forward. Don't even bother.

Tue, 13 May 2025 23:40:37 GMT

In this episode we discuss a Fast Forward twist, the effects of sleeplessness on racing ability, a nail biting race to the pit stop, and much more!

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S04E08 - NOT LOBSTER

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:00:59 GMT

In our 50th episode, we discuss the first of three non-elimination legs, including good old-fashioned airport drama, an unfair detour, Millie's antics, and much more!

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S04E07 - And you need a shower

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:00:11 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the classic film "Planes, Trains, and Automobiles," mole jokes, running out of fuel, and much more!

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S04E06 - Rat the size of a cat

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 15:00:14 GMT

In this episode, we discuss our inability to tell team members apart, the all-team group sleepover, a controversial producers' choice on public transportation, and much more!

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S04E05 - I could rip your head off

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 11:00:56 GMT

In this episode, we have an epiphany about the season, discuss navigating through the canals of Amsterdam, manure, Tian and Jaree's bickering, and much more!

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S04E04 - She's so catty

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 11:00:36 GMT

In this episode, we continue the European journey in France where we discuss an unconventional leg design, line drama (again), and somehow forget about one team entirely.

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S04E03 - Do me a favour and shut up

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 14:00:31 GMT

In this episode, discuss asthmatic empowerment, bloody fist fights over carriages, Beethoven and Mozart, and much more!

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S04E02 - I did not think they were that stupid

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:12:59 GMT

In this episode, we see the mispronunciation of the word "bus", give you a lesson in Venetian Renaissance art, discuss a questionable leg design, and much more!

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S04E01 - Come on Flo

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:51:16 GMT

In this episode, we kick off season 4 by discussing our initial impressions, several alliances, many similar names, and much more!

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The Amazing Race Season 3 Deep Dive

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 12:00:24 GMT

In this deep dive, we look at TAR 3 in a broader scope relative to the first two seasons. Topics include: general criticism/praise, the public perception of the winners and show, behind-the-scenes info, cast analysis, and much more!

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S03E011 (Finale: Part 2) - Stop whining it's too early

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 12:00:32 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the dynamic final 3 in comparison to the past two seasons, the final leg design, controversial winners, and much more!

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S03E11 (Finale: Part 1) - I feel like a dead rat

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:35:30 GMT

In this episode, we discuss Flo quitting, basket boats, Flo cont'd, and much more!

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S03E10 - I'm tired of having to scream

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 12:00:20 GMT

In this episode, we discuss cab stealing, clue box confusion, the boiling point of Flo's frustration, and much more!

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S03E09 (part 2) - Don't shut down on me now

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 12:01:13 GMT

In this episode, we discuss an interesting leg design, disposable underwear, reflect on the amazing race mindset, and much more!

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S03E09 (part 1) - Let her worry

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:00:25 GMT

In this episode we discuss Jill's all-time favourite fast-forward, the price of a kodak easy-share digital camera, an overall action-packed leg, and much more!

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S03E08 - I love being deceitful

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 17:00:32 GMT

In this episode, we discuss Europe's (lack of) amazing waterfalls, escape room Olympics, the Grindelwald goats (they're no joke guys), and much more!

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S03E07 - I'm never travelling again

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:00:38 GMT

In this episode, we speculate on the behind-the-scenes of The Amazing Race, discuss the sport of bobsled at length, debut a new segment, and much more!

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S03E06 - Officially Detained

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 11:00:20 GMT

In this episode, we discuss a tumultuous fast-forward, our relation to this week's detour, the shonking detainment of one team, and much more!

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S03E05 - This is like... cool (with Carson)

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 17:05:16 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the fear of heights, a fuelling disaster, another Titanic parallel, and much more!

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S03E04 - Ain't no nursery rhyme

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 12:00:32 GMT

In this episode, we talk connecting flights, football/soccer, a "family meeting", and much more!

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S03E03 - Twin Hunt (with Kyla Johnson)

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 13:21:57 GMT

In this episode, we welcome our first guest of the season, discuss the unwarranted hatred for Derek and Drew, airport ethics, and much more!

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S03E02 - Everyone against the twins

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 15:00:36 GMT

In this episode, we discuss car crashes, "wave runners", our abilities to swim, and much more!

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S03E01 - We're not gonna die

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 12:31:14 GMT

In this episode, we delve into our initial thoughts and opinions of the dynamic season 3 cast, the disparity of bus departure times, confounding decisions made by some teams, an exciting elimination, and much more!

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The Amazing Race Season 2 Deep Dive

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 11:01:06 GMT

In this episode, we have an in-depth discussion about the second season of The Amazing Race! We uncover behind-the-scenes info, discuss the teams post-race, make comparisons to the season one, analyze the show's evolution, and much more!!

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Sources for this episode:

Alex Podcast Interview: https://matadornetwork.com/podcasts/no-blackout-dates/453189/

RTV Warriors Alex Interview (jarring intro music): https://rtvwarriors.wordpress.com/2018/10/22/episode-252-alex-boylan/

2001 Article Arguing that Amazing Race Should'nt do a season 2: https://ew.com/article/2001/11/20/amazing-race-2-good-idea-now/

Oswald Podcast Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-2-flights-of-fabulousness-w-oswald-mendez/id1549053649?i=1000507891223

Cyndi and Russel Post-Season Interview Article: https://www.brainerddispatch.com/newsmd/couple-talks-about-their-amazing-adventure

Article Detailing Implications of 9/11 on the Race: https://usatoday30.usatoday.com/life/enter/tv/2002/2002-03-11-amazing-race.htm

"Where are they now?" Article: https://thecinemaholic.com/the-amazing-race-season-2/

S02E11 (Finale: Part 2) - Fly to Siberia and find the most desolate place possible

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 11:00:28 GMT

In this season finale episode, we discuss an exhilarating finish, the detrimental impact of a lost clue, the show's love for Alaska, just how anxiety inducing a footrace can be for us viewers, and so much more!

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S02E11 (Finale: Part 1) - Smells like America

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 11:00:33 GMT

In this episode, we discuss where pin(e)apples actually grow, the true American smell, an explosive roadblock, and so much more!

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S02E10 - For every 1 person there's 10 sheep

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 12:00:42 GMT

In this episode, we discuss relationship drama, outstanding editing choices, The Lost World, and much more!

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S02E09 - Get Nasty in New Zealand (with Josh)

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 11:01:16 GMT

In this episode, we are joined by yet another guest: Josh! We discuss the scenic location of New Zealand, Jill's fear of bungee jumping, mutton bustin', and much more!

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S02E08 (Part 2) - We're gonna kill you all

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 12:01:08 GMT

In this episode, we discuss a great detour, the Itchy and Scratchy show, many crickets for Gary per usual, and much more!

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S02E08 (Part 1) - I feel like a real person again

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 12:01:44 GMT

In this episode, we discuss Oswald and Danny's unconventional tactics, Australian slang, Wil's failures, and an overall great episode!

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S02E07 - Itchy and Scratchy (with Davina)

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 12:00:30 GMT

In this episode, we are joined by another guest: Davina! We discuss the breakdown of one team, the strategic element of relationships, and The Amazing Race mindset!

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S02E06 - Send me an email

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 15:57:21 GMT

In our 20th episode, we discuss fun interactions between the teams outside of the race, Gary and Dave’s commentary, a blooming relationship, an unceremonious finish, and much more!!

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S02E05 - You play like a fool (with Ashley)

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 12:01:05 GMT

In this episode, our phenomenal guest Ashley gives her opinions as somebody who has never seen The Amazing Race. We discuss the messiest episode of the season thus far with drama between a few teams, a well-designed leg, Toms Shoes, queen Fern, and much more!

S02E04 - You're goin' down!

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 12:00:53 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the questionable return of self-driving in the desert, calling taxis in the desert, and go off about yet another detour among many other things!

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S02E03 - She's losin' it

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 13:00:29 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the strategy of alliances, line-cutting at the airport, and attempt to follow some extremely confusing flight paths!

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S02E02 - Dive down in the trees and die (with Martine Munford)

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 13:01:05 GMT

We have our first-ever guest on the podcast, Martine Munford, give her thoughts and opinions on the episode as someone with no prior knowledge of the season. We discuss our love for the gutsy grannies, begging for money in Brazil, and have a feature from Kyla Johnson (noted twin) to give her perspective on doing The Amazing Race with her brother, and much more!

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S02E01 - I don't even like you

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 13:01:15 GMT

In this episode, we discuss our first impressions of the season 2 cast, changes in production from the last season, make predictions, and much more!!

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The Amazing Race Season 1 Deep Dive

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 13:00:24 GMT

Join us as we take a deep dive into all the behind-the-scenes info from the first season of The Amazing Race! We discuss the origin of the show, production complications, what the teams have been up to 22 years later, and much more!

LINKS:

Oral History Article: https://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2021/09/amazing-race-season-one-oral-history/

2015 Team Guido Interview Podcast: https://rtvwarriors.wordpress.com/2015/01/23/guido-cast

2021 Team Guido Interview Podcast: https://gaymazingrace.libsyn.com/website/ep-1-beyond-gay-villainy-with-team-guido

Kevin and Drew's YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@kevindrew-theamazingrace9851?si=KocUVPwxsqB5Y8xv

Interview w/ Show Creators: https://youtu.be/VjECIPKg7Hs?feature=shared

Racers Recap w/ Frank: https://www.youtube.com/live/9wl0lWzAitk?feature=shared

Racers Recap w/ Kevin: https://www.youtube.com/live/Ws05CCEWprk?feature=shared

Racers Recap w/ Karyn: https://www.youtube.com/live/tqvOfgy1TQU?feature=shared

Racers Recap w/ Team Guido: https://www.youtube.com/live/ei_hZbovpuY?feature=shared

Racers Recap w/ Brennan: https://www.youtube.com/live/_FaSc8LQpX0?feature=shared

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S01E13 (Finale: Part 2) - Why are you trying to deceive me, Phil?

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 13:00:22 GMT

In this finale episode, we discuss an exciting finish, hometown advantages, an unexpected emotional reaction, and much more!

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S01E12 (Finale: Part 1) - We may have to hop the fence..

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:31:28 GMT

We discuss the first part of the season one finale which includes fence hopping at the Great Wall of China, the ambitious route of season 1, self-driving, and much more!

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S01E11 - It's just...feet

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 13:31:54 GMT

We discuss the teams being split into two groups, an extremely close race to the mat, and uncover a hidden gem of Amazing Race history ...

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S01E10 - Elvis is gonna be there?

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 13:00:21 GMT

In this mini-episode, we discuss the teams being split into two groups, the beauty of Thailand, a Scandinavian tourist, and much more!

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S01E09 - Not done yet

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 14:20:03 GMT

In this episode, we discuss a rollercoaster of events leading up to the elimination, a dangerous roadblock, the longest penalty in The Amazing Race history, a suspenseful fast-forward, and much more!

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S01E08 - A rat is a rat is a rat

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 20:02:58 GMT

In this episode, we discuss how production overlooked the barrier of sexism, sacred rats, another unceremonious non-elimination, and much more!

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S01E07 - International Aeroporto

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 13:00:27 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the teams' travel to India, the spectacle of large cameras in public, the breaking point of a couple of teams, and much more!

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S01E06 - Thank God..They failed

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 12:01:05 GMT

In this episode, we discuss an absolute mess of a leg including controversy at the airport, the first-ever non-elimination leg, time-penalties, time-credits, and much more!-Follow us on Instagram for highlight clips of each episode @amazingracerewind!- Send us an email at amazingracerewind@gmail.com!

S01E05 - Bless her heart

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 12:01:06 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the teams' trek through the Sahara Desert, navigational devices, sickness on The Amazing Race, and much more!

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S01E04 - Get OUT of my way!

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 12:00:23 GMT

In this episode, we discuss what we think is the best episode of The Amazing Race that we've seen up to this point. Teams travel to Tunisia and we discuss vague clues, how everybody hates the guidos, and the elimination of the most wholesome team to ever graze our television screens.

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S01E03 - What Hotel?

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:29:07 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the content of season 1 episode 3 which includes an unjust detour resulting in a team's elimination, the first-ever penalty, and One Direction?

S01E02 - Yellow y Blanca

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 12:00:53 GMT

On this episode of Amazing Race Rewind we discuss season 1 episode 2. We talk about the implications of 9/11 at the time of airing, airport and taxi drama, the rise and fall of the first-ever alliance, and much more! Follow us on Instagram @amazingracerewind! Send us an email at amazingracerewind@gmail.com!

S01E01 - I'll be dipped!

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 18:54:03 GMT

We discuss watching the very first episode of The Amazing Race for the first time 22 years later! We delve into how the show has evolved, behind-the-scenes info, and much more!

It is recommended to watch the episodes along with us for the best listening experience. Season 1 of The Amazing Race can be found on Paramount+, Amazon, and Hulu.

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