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The Amazing Race 38 Preseason Draft

September 17, 2025·1 hr 46 min·5 clips

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This episode previews the upcoming 38th season of *The Amazing Race*, hosted by podcast regular Mike Bloom. Bloom is joined by Jessica Leis and *Big Brother 24* winner Taylor Hale, a contestant on the new season. The season is highly anticipated due to its crossover with other CBS reality shows. The premiere airs on CBS on Thursday, September 25th at 9:30 p.m. This season features teams with at least one former houseguest from *Big Brother*. Bloom previously recorded a full cast reveal podcast with Taran Armstrong. In this episode, the conversation covers Taylor Hale's preparation process for the competition. They discuss her preseason mentalities heading into the race. The episode also outlines reasons why *Big Brother* fans should watch *The Amazing Race*. A significant portion addresses viewers who may not have watched *The Amazing Race* in a long time or ever. Taylor Hale is confirmed as one of the contestants who will be analyzed in the following podcast episode. The crossover event is notable as *Survivor* will also be airing on CBS in the fall. The season represents a coordinated effort among the network's major reality franchises. The tone is informational and promotional, aimed at generating excitement for the new season. The style is conversational, blending interview segments with host commentary. This episode is ideal for fans of *Big Brother* curious about the crossover or listeners seeking preseason analysis. Viewers with no interest in reality TV or *The Amazing Race* specifically would likely skip it.

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