We’re halfway through The Traitors Season 4, and somehow three ruthless Traitors are still at large. They’ve been running circles around our innocent Faithfuls, whose instincts seem to fail them at every turn. And while we sympathize, we have to admit — it’s fun seeing the bad guys win.
Reality Tea got the chance to chat about this phenomenon with two former Traitors, “Boston Rob” Mariano and Bob the Drag Queen. We unpacked why rooting for the bad guys is so irresistible, and they revealed who they believe is playing the best game.
Here’s what you need to know…
Rob Mariano and Bob the Drag Queen reveal their favorite players
Rob and Bob are well-versed in all the drama and strategy taking place in Alan Cumming’s Scottish castle this season. Together, they host the official Traitors companion podcast, available on Spotify, Peacock, and Peacock’s YouTube.
Reality Tea spoke to the duo ahead of the release of Episode 7, which will be available on Peacock on Thursday, January 29, at 9 p.m. ET. We asked the hosts who they are rooting for this season, and they revealed they are Team Traitor.
“I worship at the altar of Candiace [Dillard Bassett],” Bob said. “Candiace is the diva, she’s the icon, I love her.”
Rob echoed Bob’s sentiment, saying Candiace is playing a good game. He also shouted out Traitor Rob Rausch, complimenting his under-the-radar gameplay.
In addition to revealing their favorite players, the pair spoke about why viewers are more drawn to the Traitors than the Faithfuls.
“This show is so insidious because it makes you root for the bad guy,” Bob said. “You always want the Traitors to win. I don’t know what it is about this show.”
“There are people [who] are playing good Faithful games. The problem with playing a good Faithful game is that it’s very boring,” Rob added. “It’s not exciting to watch … The Traitor game is the more exciting role.”
The Traitors is available to stream on Peacock.
TELL US – ARE YOU ROOTING FOR THE TRAITORS OR THE FAITHFULS THIS SEASON?
