Carson and Jack’s Next Adventure: From Amazing Race Legends to Digital Stars
Carson McCalley and Jack Dodge emerged as breakout stars of The Amazing Race Season 37. Their friendship and partnership as pro gamers were on display in the high-stakes race. Fans wondered what would be next after winning four legs and running close in others. These days, they’ve built creative lives that thrive on digital content, storytelling, and meaningful relationships.
This piece will examine their time on The Amazing Race, close friendships, post-show careers, and where they are now. It’s about the power of working together, believing in your passion, and remaining true to who you are, on and off screen.
How Carson And Jack Stole Hearts On The Amazing Race
Carson and Jack were more than rivals — they were best friends with actual chemistry. They competed in The Amazing Race 37 as professional game streamers from Brooklyn, New York. Viewers immediately saw their teamwork, sense of humor, and love of travel.
They won Legs 1, 6, 10, and 11, demonstrating they weren’t only funny and strategic. From dancing in Hong Kong to practicing eating mochi in Japan, they worked hard to embrace every task. After getting lost in Bulgaria, too, they picked themselves up and kept playing. Their run to the final four endeared them to fans.
Platonic Soulmates Who Have A History
Carson and Jack met as teenagers in San Diego and immediately hit it off. They were there for each other when they came out, when they went away to college, and when they switched careers. While Carson studied theater in Scotland and London, Jack read communication at Emerson and Loyola Marymount.
Later, they relocated to Brooklyn and now live in the same building: Separate apartments with the same support system. They refer to each other as “platonic life partners” and have remained close through life’s ups and downs. Their close bond may be why they were so well-suited to collaborate on national TV.
Carson’s Path From Broadway To Digital Storytelling
Upon graduating from Carnegie Mellon, Carson became a part-time games coordinator and turned to acting. He appeared in plays at regional theaters, including Hamlet and The Odyssey, but his first really big moment was in The Inheritance, a Broadway production that notched 11 Tony nominations. When the pandemic closed theaters, he switched to creating content.
He freelanced, worked on digital campaigns at NYU, and later as a social media producer for Kapwing. In 2022, he became a co-founder of Please Don’t Kill Us: An Interactive TTRPG Adventure, a livestream D&D-style show. He is also one of the co-hosts of the nerdy podcast, Dweeb Wars with Jack.
Jack’s Journey To Content-Strategist Host
Jack started his career in L.A. with digital marketing and content creation internships. His breakout was in 2019 with the Dating Straight podcast, which he co-hosts with Amy Ordman. Cosmo, BuzzFeed, and others praised the show, and it received sponsorships from brands such as HBO and Glossier.
Jack later joined Kapwing as a content strategist; on paper, he became Carson’s boss. Now, he’s working full time to create Dweeb Wars and Please Don’t Kill Us, and as a lifelong gamer and storyteller, it’s a dream come true. Jack’s content mixes humor, heart, and sharp production.
Beyond The Spotlight: Non-Famous Relationships And Family
Carson and Jack are extremely tight-lipped about their personal lives, but the signs indicate that all is well in love and war. Carson is dating casting producer Alexander “Alex” Cortinas, who has worked on Stranger Things and 80 for Brady. Jack has a relationship with Michael Thomas Mort, an executive involved in innovation for JP Morgan.
Although disparate in backgrounds, both these couples appear steady and supportive. Carson, whose mother passed away a few years ago, is close to his brother Austin. Jack keeps in close contact with his parents, who visited him in New York shortly after he moved there. They also have full, rich, meaningful lives off camera.
The Amazing Race Numbers Show Just How Good They Are
If those statistics for Carson and Jack on The Amazing Race weren’t enough to win, here is a list of why these two winners were far from just lucky: They were equally divided on Roadblocks — Carson did 6, Jack did 5. They burned a Fast Forward pass in Leg 6, and they survived a surprise U-Turn in Leg 7.
They dashed across 10 countries throughout the season, from Japan to Italy to Portugal. They also had their best finish right before the semis, making them the most competitive. Fans loved their high-level honesty, teamwork, and ability to rally in adversity. Those stats are a testament to their imaginative, sassy play.
Fame On Social Media And Connecting With Fans
Carson and Jack engage with fans on their combined YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram accounts, Dweeb Wars. Their content ranges from comedy skits to live streams to behind-the-scenes glimpses at their lives.
They have built a powerful online brand that blends gaming with storytelling and friendship. Their listeners include fans from the racing and podcast worlds. Their online presence seems believable—entertaining, geeky, and brimming with personality. It’s a logical next step for the charm that made them lovable in The Amazing Race.
The Creative Partners Who Won’t Stop Creating
Whether acting, gaming, producing, or podcasting, Carson and Jack have shown that they are a creative pair to watch. Ils ne se contentent pas de suivre la mode, ils inventent des projets à leur image. Please Don’t Kill Us and Dweeb Wars both illustrate their mixture of humor, imagination, and intense friendship.
As creatives in New York, they’ve built around themselves while remaining humble. They cheer each other on, yell at each other, and laugh a lot. Fans respond to them because they’re authentic — they’re real people doing cool shit with heart.
FAQs
Are Carson and Jack from The Amazing Race 37 still friends?
They are best friends and live in the same building in Brooklyn.
Also, what are Carson and Jack supposed to do now?
They work making content full time, host the podcast Dweeb Wars, and play a livestream game show.
Were Carson and Jack the winners of The Amazing Race 37?
No, but they finished in the top four and won four legs during the race.
Are Carson and Jack dating anyone?
Both were rumored to be in healthy, happy hetero Real Love relationships.
Where can I find Carson and Jack online?
You can find them on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram under @dweebwars.
Final Words
Carson and Jack took their time on The Amazing Race and used it as a catalyst for creativity, connection, and career. They had such great values, a solid friendship, and a strong voice in digital media, and they still paved the way.
Across the globe or on a podcast race, whether or not you’re geeking out on the podcast, these two demonstrate that loyalty and joy take you far. Theirs is not only a journey of adventure but one of actually, you know, building something, together.
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