Survivor Samoa premieres tonite..09-17-09

[dinojen]

Here we go again... just finished BB... now lets see who will be the most hated... there is one already singled out according to the previews..

See ya tonite..


http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/


Sneak Peek... Russell the villian.... (lmbo.. just noticed the name.. Russell again...lol)

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=nGZXH5l28Dpg1HKLb7YmStZuLHV3ti_Y

[Roux]

It's been a while since I read the bios, but IIRC it seemed the majority were listed as from CA. I'd like to see more regional diversity, as well as age diversity. I am so sick and tired of swimsuit models and mixologists. But of course I'll be watching. :lol:

[dinojen]

It's been a while since I read the bios, but IIRC it seemed the majority were listed as from CA. I'd like to see more regional diversity, as well as age diversity. I am so sick and tired of swimsuit models and mixologists. But of course I'll be watching. :lol:

I agree.. I loved it when that retired marine or navy seal guy was on.. was his name Rudy.. can't remember.. and the guy on last season the smart guy... skinny... he was a professor or something of physics... tired of seeing all these skinny wannabee models and guys dumber than rocks.. but good looking... need more variety.. I mean some are okay but not a full cast of them... oh like that NFL players wife last season too...:wink:

[flipflop]

Here we go again... just finished BB... now lets see who will be the most hated... there is one already singled out according to the previews..

See ya tonite..


http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/


Sneak Peek... Russell the villian.... (lmbo.. just noticed the name.. Russell again...lol)

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=nGZXH5l28Dpg1HKLb7YmStZuLHV3ti_Y

I am ready. It starts in 5 mins here. I only started watching the show the last 2 seasons so I am pretty into it right now. :smile:

[FrankieBones1]

Here we go again... just finished BB... now lets see who will be the most hated... there is one already singled out according to the previews..

See ya tonite..


http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/


Sneak Peek... Russell the villian.... (lmbo.. just noticed the name.. Russell again...lol)

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=nGZXH5l28Dpg1HKLb7YmStZuLHV3ti_Y I am confused. Are there two Russels on the show? The leader of the purple tribe and they older, bald, strong one on the yellow team?

Can you believe he lied about going through Katrina in New Orleans?

[FrankieBones1]

It's been a while since I read the bios, but IIRC it seemed the majority were listed as from CA. I'd like to see more regional diversity, as well as age diversity. I am so sick and tired of swimsuit models and mixologists. But of course I'll be watching. :lol:

Lots of shapes and sizes this season. Tons of different careers, too.

[Crispy]

Ouch Russell!! That was one heck of a lie for the first week.

BTW, Jeff is looking fine again this season!

[flipflop]

Ouch Russell!! That was one heck of a lie for the first week.

BTW, Jeff is looking fine again this season!


Yes! That was a whopper. Did you catch next weeks preview? What was it the black girl said. I am not sure I heard her right. :ohmy:

[dinojen]

I don't get it for another two hours.. so I will check in tomorrow... but hey.. I just finished with one Russell on BB.. now we have another Russell to deal with...lol...

Can't wait to watch it.. hope it's good.. I noticed there is a guy that is like 62 years old on this season.. not sure of his name..

[flipflop]

I don't get it for another two hours.. so I will check in tomorrow... but hey.. I just finished with one Russell on BB.. now we have another Russell to deal with...lol...

Can't wait to watch it.. hope it's good.. I noticed there is a guy that is like 62 years old on this season.. not sure of his name..

Oh, I am sorry. I won't say anything else. Yes, one of the men is 62.

[Crispy]

Yes! That was a whopper. Did you catch next weeks preview? What was it the black girl said. I am not sure I heard her right. :ohmy:

I thought it was something about why would a guy tackle her? I'm not sure, I'll check it on DVR and post it.

[flipflop]

I thought it was something about why would a guy tackle her? I'm not sure, I'll check it on DVR and post it.

Ok, that is what I thought I heard. But my mom thought the girl said.... why would a JEW tackle her. Thank you for checking. :smile:

[dinojen]

Oh, I am sorry. I won't say anything else. Yes, one of the men is 62.

Oh please don't worry about me... lol... I'm the Queen of Joker's Updates.. I can never wait to hear on some of the shows...not all... but some.. Survivor updates are cool...:wink:

[Crispy]

Something about that's ignorant...and then "why would a dude tackle me"

Obviously somebody got pretty rough during the challenge! I love Survivor!!

[Justice4all]

Ouch Russell!! That was one heck of a lie for the first week.

BTW, Jeff is looking fine again this season!

Jeff always lookin fine.


I was shocked at how Russell acted and how the people listen to everything he had to say.

[flipflop]

Something about that's ignorant...and then "why would a dude tackle me"

Obviously somebody got pretty rough during the challenge! I love Survivor!!

Ok, thank you. I will let my mom know she heard it wrong. Well, I guess she and I both did. :laugh:

[warhorse46]

Jeff always lookin fine.


I was shocked at how Russell acted and how the people listen to everything he had to say.

I agree, Russel is one devious man. The lady cop is wise to not trust him.

[Mandysmom]

I am confused. Are there two Russels on the show? The leader of the purple tribe and they older, bald, strong one on the yellow team?

Can you believe he lied about going through Katrina in New Orleans?

:scared:I can't believe he did either. Liars are the worst.

I can't believe I just got through with my BB addiction and moved right on into Survivor mode. lol

[islandgirl36542]

:scared:I can't believe he did either. Liars are the worst.

I can't believe I just got through with my BB addiction and moved right on into Survivor mode. lol

All my years of watching and enjoying Survivor are about to come to an END if that Russell character doesn't go home soon. I don't think I have ever disliked a reality star more!!!!!! & OMG When he was telling about being from LA, I didn't believe him, he didn't have the accent. lol
UGH.....He is a jerk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[warhorse46]

All my years of watching and enjoying Survivor are about to come to an END if that Russell character doesn't go home soon. I don't think I have ever disliked a reality star more!!!!!! & OMG When he was telling about being from LA, I didn't believe him, he didn't have the accent. lol
UGH.....He is a jerk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


The Katrina story was bad but what got me more was him burning the other tribe member's socks.

[Mimi428]

The Katrina story was bad but what got me more was him burning the other tribe member's socks.

No kidding! And what's up with pouring all the water out of their canteens?

This show has had some mighty quirky people before - & certainly has had plenty of liars, but this guy is beyond the pale.

And frankly, I am pretty well sick of the way the producers continue to choose the really hateful misogynists to be on the show. Blech.

[CHITCHAT]

I loved last nights survivor...Lets be honest, with out a villian it wouldnt be nearly as much fun. You have to have someone you hate and someone to root for. Can you emagin a team full of sweethearts?
Boring!!!!. This Russel is perfect...hes like a very mean garden knome...It looks like a good season...Who ever is picking the candidates on survivor and bb did a good job...

[warhorse46]

No kidding! And what's up with pouring all the water out of their canteens?

This show has had some mighty quirky people before - & certainly has had plenty of liars, but this guy is beyond the pale.

And frankly, I am pretty well sick of the way the producers continue to choose the really hateful misogynists to be on the show. Blech.


Right! Pouring the water out was really despicable, that placed their health in jeopardy.

[Mimi428]

Right! Pouring the water out was really despicable, that placed their health in jeopardy.

And if all that wasn't bad enough, turns out the jerk is actually from Texas - ack! The horror, the horror! LOL

[warhorse46]

And if all that wasn't bad enough, turns out the jerk is actually from Texas - ack! The horror, the horror! LOL



Yeah, you might know our state would have the jerk this season, lol.

[summit]

I am thrilled about Survivor starting. I could not stand Russel from the git go. I see Amazing race starts at the end of the month. Survivor and Amazing Race are my favorites.

[BorderCollieMom]

WOW ! How did we rate a whole board & not just 2 threads like years past ? COOL !

I thought I'd go ahead and get a spoiler thread going for the folks that Tivo, etc....

That place is so pretty ! I wish Survivor would step it up and create some freaky stuff on the island based on Lost (tv show).

:ohmy:

[BorderCollieMom]

Russ is for sure ....well, theres not enough room on the board for the words I would use to describe him...
With that said, as horrible as it was, I do think he'll add some twisted drama on the show. I hope he's around for awhile anyways.

I wonder what made him think of doing mean stuff to see the others personalities when things go bad. I dont recall any other player in Reality show history to use this strategy. Its either brilliant or it will sink him fast. Time will tell.

[BorderCollieMom]

If anyone runs across anything any real life info on this castaways - stick it here.




Castaways competing on Survivor: Samoa (in alphabetical order):

DAVID BALL

Age: 38

Hometown: Los Angeles, Calif.

Occupation: Fitness Instructor

BETSY BOLAN

Age: 48

Hometown: Campton, N.H.

Occupation: Police Officer

MIKE BORASSI

Age: 62

Hometown: Marina del Rey, Calif.

Occupation: Private Chef

BEN BROWNING

Age: 28

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Occupation: Mixologist

MARISA CALIHAN

Age: 26

Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio

Occupation: Student

ERIK CARDONA

Age: 8

Hometown: Ontario, CA

Occupation: Bartender

BRETT CLOUSER

Age: 23

Hometown: Los Angeles via Salem, Ore

Occupation: T-shirt Designer

JOHN FINCHER

Age: 25

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Occupation: Rocket Scientist

YASMIN GILES

Age: 33

Hometown: Los Angeles via Detroit, Mich.

Occupation: Hairstylist

RUSSELL HANTZ

Age: 36

Hometown: Dayton, Texas

Occupation: Oil Company Owner

ELIZABETH KIM

Age: 33

Hometown: New York, N.Y.

Occupation: Urban Planner

LAURA MORETT

Age: 39

Hometown: Salem, Oregon

Occupation: Office Manager

MONICA PADILLA

Age: 25

Hometown: San Diego, Calif.

Occupation: Law Student

JAISON ROBINSON

Age: 28

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Occupation: Law Student

KELLY SHARBAUGH

Age: 25

Hometown: Los Angeles via Wilmington, Del.

Occupation: Hairstylist

RUSSELL SWAN

Age: 42

Hometown: Glenside, PA.

Occupation: Attorney

ASHLEY TRAINER

Age: 22

Hometown: Maple Grove, Minn.

Occupation: Spa Sales

MICK TRIMMING

Age: 33

Hometown: Los Angeles via Biose, Idaho

Occupation: Doctor

SHANNON WATERS
Age: 45

Hometown: Renton, Wash.

Occupation: Sales Rep.

NATALIE WHITE

Age: 26

Hometown: Van Buren, ARK

Occupation: Pharmaceutical Sales

[BorderCollieMom]

Has anyone noticed that there are mostly 2 of each occupation ... or the occupation is in the same field.

Maybe Im ready too much into it. I just thought that was wierd.

[warhorse46]

Russ is for sure ....well, theres not enough room on the board for the words I would use to describe him...
With that said, as horrible as it was, I do think he'll add some twisted drama on the show. I hope he's around for awhile anyways.

I wonder what made him think of doing mean stuff to see the others personalities when things go bad. I dont recall any other player in Reality show history to use this strategy. Its either brilliant or it will sink him fast. Time will tell.

Rupert did several years back. Remember when he stole all of the opposing tribes stuff when they were running around the city looking for stuff on the very first episode? And Rupert turned out to be one of the most popular contestants ever. And Johnny Fairplay with his fake message that his grandmother had died?

[sunstar]

Russell H has to go and soon! Russell S can stay and play to the end! :biggrin: Just MOO of course!

[Emerald]

What is a "rocket scientist"?

Physicist? Aeronautical engineer?

[sunstar]

What is a "rocket scientist"?

Physicist? Aeronautical engineer?

Here's more on him ~ :shrug:

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/bio/john_19/bio.php?season=19

[SPYCEE]

Wow...a real live Rocket Scientist (John Fincher - 25) playing the game. I hear that comment all the time about...it doesn't take a RS to do this or that or figure out this or that. Well, now we get to see the real thing...play and figure out the game. :w00t:

I think Russell Hantz fell way down from the same tree that Chima fell from. It's not going to take much for this guy to lose his temper. In his own self-righteous, delusional, mind...he already truly thinks he's running the place.

He got all hot under the collar saying Marisa verbally attacked him. WTH...all she did was tell him that she was a little wary of him because he seemed to be talking to each person individually. He immediately said she had to go. How dare she question his honesty!

The despicable creep says he's a multi-millionaire and is only there to make everyone as miserable as he can and to show them how easy it is to become the winner of Survivor (the money means nothing). Dumping the water was one thing...but burning the socks was totally uncalled for.

I'm praying to the Survivor Goddesses to get Russel Hantz on his horse and back to Texas. HE'S SCARY!

I hate doctors...but I'm going to make an appointment with Mick as soon as I can. Wahoooooooooder...he be FINE! :tongueside:

[Sun]

Has anyone figured out yet who it is that Jeff throws out of the competition?

Russell (meanie) is setting out to self destruct his own tribe. Hope they wise up before too many of them are voted out.

One short measly hour to introduce everyone and get in two challenges, is just not giving enough time to learn all the characters in this season. I sure wish the season opener would be a full 2 hours.

[aproudmom]

I finally watched it tonight it was a repeat but I missed the last survivor so figured since BB was over I would become addicted to survivor lol...seem like it will be a good one...I lost it when the one dude sorry forgot his name poured the water out and put the sock in the fire I lost it on that one...

[aproudmom]

Has anyone figured out yet who it is that Jeff throws out of the competition?

Russell (meanie) is setting out to self destruct his own tribe. Hope they wise up before too many of them are voted out.

One short measly hour to introduce everyone and get in two challenges, is just not giving enough time to learn all the characters in this season. I sure wish the season opener would be a full 2 hours.

ITA Sun they need to do a 2 hour I am still trying to get the names down.,..I know the meanie was a real meanie but it gave me a laugh not sure what he is trying to do the more they lose the more likely he will lose his fire and end up on his roof again for 2 day:angry: sorry that part was not funny at all we lost alot of people during Katrina and did not find that lie funny at all....

[aproudmom]

Yeah, you might know our state would have the jerk this season, lol.

:laugh: congrats warhorse...lol

[flipflop]

I finally watched it tonight it was a repeat but I missed the last survivor so figured since BB was over I would become addicted to survivor lol...seem like it will be a good one...I lost it when the one dude sorry forgot his name poured the water out and put the sock in the fire I lost it on that one...

:thumbsup: Yay, glad you are watching it. Yes, Russel is a meanie. Hard to believe he is really a multimillionaire. I wonder if that is really true.

[Sun]

ITA Sun they need to do a 2 hour I am still trying to get the names down.,..I know the meanie was a real meanie but it gave me a laugh not sure what he is trying to do the more they lose the more likely he will lose his fire and end up on his roof again for 2 day:angry: sorry that part was not funny at all we lost alot of people during Katrina and did not find that lie funny at all....

Wasn't the Katrina story that Russel told, a complete lie? Didn't he later (not to the contestants) admit that he made up the whole story? That he had no dog. That he had no home in LA. That he was not in the path of the storm.

[Sun]

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=QnENIY07QU0YTsNSgM7jF0ncZJvbin9i&vs=Default&play=true


Wow, this video shows just a little more coverage when each and every player is writing down their votes. (I hope this link works)

[Sun]

ITA Sun they need to do a 2 hour I am still trying to get the names down.,..I know the meanie was a real meanie but it gave me a laugh not sure what he is trying to do the more they lose the more likely he will lose his fire and end up on his roof again for 2 day:angry: sorry that part was not funny at all we lost alot of people during Katrina and did not find that lie funny at all....

Russell sure is going to stir up his tribe, and that will likely make some good drama for TV. Would I want to be on a tribe with him? NO WAY!

[Sun]

I'm looking for a list of names for each tribe. Has anyone found this yet?

[Sun]

Yellow - Fao Fao
Ashley (short blond)
Natalie (long blond)
Marisa (voted out already)
Elizabeth
Betsy (cop)
Ben (tall)
Jaison (tall)
Mick
Mike (oldest)
Russell H (short)

Purple - Galu
Rambo (curly mullet)
Yasmin
Kelly (long blond)
Laura
Monica
Brett (young)
Dave
Erik
John
Russell S(dreadlocks)

[warhorse46]

Wasn't the Katrina story that Russel told, a complete lie? Didn't he later (not to the contestants) admit that he made up the whole story? That he had no dog. That he had no home in LA. That he was not in the path of the storm.




Right, it was a complete fabrication to gain sympathy from the other tribe members.

[warhorse46]

Has anyone figured out yet who it is that Jeff throws out of the competition?

Russell (meanie) is setting out to self destruct his own tribe. Hope they wise up before too many of them are voted out.

One short measly hour to introduce everyone and get in two challenges, is just not giving enough time to learn all the characters in this season. I sure wish the season opener would be a full 2 hours.


ITA, the first episode should have been @ least a 2 hour show. One hour is just not long enough to get to know the players.

[BorderCollieMom]

Ethan Zohn: 'My Cancer Is Back'

http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20304220,00.html

Why do bad things happen to wonderful people ? Im so saddened by this news.

:crying:

[sunstar]

Ethan Zohn: 'My Cancer Is Back'

http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20304220,00.html

Why do bad things happen to wonderful people ? Im so saddened by this news.

:crying:
Oh this is such sad news. :crying: My prayers for Ethan and his family.

[trigger]

This is terribly sad. Hes so afraid. I wish I could tell him to stay strong. Think positive. Look at Lance Armstrong....

[flipflop]

Wasn't the Katrina story that Russel told, a complete lie? Didn't he later (not to the contestants) admit that he made up the whole story? That he had no dog. That he had no home in LA. That he was not in the path of the storm.

Yes, the little liar liar pants on fire did say that. :angry: He ought to be interesting to watch each week. Thanks for that list. :smile:

[sunstar]

Yes, the little liar liar pants on fire did say that. :angry: He ought to be interesting to watch each week. Thanks for that list. :smile:

I wish we could find out how many weeks we'll have to put up with him! :biggrin:

[SPYCEE]

What we have already seen of Russel is enough for me. He's delusional and disgusting.

Has anyone ever been expelled from the island for their conduct unbecoming of a human being? Geeees....I really dislike him. He makes me anxious in thinking about watching him in future episodes.

Next week they look like they are going to be into the physical wrestling/fighting contest. I wonder if anyone will truly try to take him down and out. I'd be very askeeerd! :scared: :chicken:

[Sun]

What we have already seen of Russel is enough for me. He's delusional and disgusting.

Has anyone ever been expelled from the island for their conduct unbecoming of a human being? Geeees....I really dislike him. He makes me anxious in thinking about watching him in future episodes.

Next week they look like they are going to be into the physical wrestling/fighting contest. I wonder if anyone will truly try to take him down and out. I'd be very askeeerd! :scared: :chicken:

Have you any guess as to who Jeff throws out of that physical challenge? The preview seems to indicate that Yasmin on Purple tribe Galu was the female. I'm just wondering which of the Yellow Fao Fao males was evicted from the challenge.

[sunstar]

Have you any guess as to who Jeff throws out of that physical challenge? The preview seems to indicate that Yasmin on Purple tribe Galu was the female. I'm just wondering which of the Yellow Fao Fao males was evicted from the challenge.

I hope it's Russell!! :laugh:

[Postergeist]

All my years of watching and enjoying Survivor are about to come to an END if that Russell character doesn't go home soon. I don't think I have ever disliked a reality star more!!!!!! & OMG When he was telling about being from LA, I didn't believe him, he didn't have the accent. lol
UGH.....He is a jerk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

hey ya doll! I agree with ya, wow- this tiny size hefty troll has got to go! All his ugly comments about the women, calling them all dumb- grrr.

Maybe he will get bitten by something, gouged with a germy stick, step on a hot coal, have a bad case of the trots if his teammates don't decide to vote him out soon.

:glare:

[Mandysmom]

All my years of watching and enjoying Survivor are about to come to an END if that Russell character doesn't go home soon. I don't think I have ever disliked a reality star more!!!!!! & OMG When he was telling about being from LA, I didn't believe him, he didn't have the accent. lol
UGH.....He is a jerk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:laugh: I feel the same. When he said 'Nawlins" once I thought they would catch on that his accent had changed everytime he talks about being from LA.

He doesn't have the accent, someone should wise up to his lying butt before too long hopefully.

[Mandysmom]

hey ya doll! I agree with ya, wow- this tiny size hefty troll has got to go! All his ugly comments about the women, calling them all dumb- grrr.

Maybe he will get bitten by something, gouged with a germy stick, step on a hot coal, have a bad case of the trots if his teammates don't decide to vote him out soon.

:glare:
:scared:Tell us how you really feel Poster. LOL

[Sun]

hey ya doll! I agree with ya, wow- this tiny size hefty troll has got to go! All his ugly comments about the women, calling them all dumb- grrr.

Maybe he will get bitten by something, gouged with a germy stick, step on a hot coal, have a bad case of the trots if his teammates don't decide to vote him out soon.

:glare:

Well, Jeff has said that two people were evaculated this season. :unsure: Maybe one is Russell.

Actually, I'm getting a very bad vibe from another male on the Fao Fao tribe. If I'm not confused, his name is Ben. ...just a hunch, because so little coverage has aired so far. (I hope I have the right name) Tall fellow, with red tattoo on inside upper arm area.

[flipflop]

Well, Jeff has said that two people were evaculated this season. :unsure: Maybe one is Russell.

Actually, I'm getting a very bad vibe from another male on the Fao Fao tribe. If I'm not confused, his name is Ben. ...just a hunch, because so little coverage has aired so far. (I hope I have the right name) Tall fellow, with red tattoo on inside upper arm area.

Gosh, I hope you are right about Russel getting the boot. Last weeks previews looked good.

[Sun]

Gosh, I hope you are right about Russel getting the boot. Last weeks previews looked good.

With the tribal challenges needing brawn and muscle, I am thinking that Russel may have nothing to fear for a couple more immunity losses. Maybe less, if his tribemates wise up. For now, some of them are using him to do the dirty work, so that they can just slide under the radar and stay another week.

Those that didn't vote the way that Russell did last time, will likely become his targets (mick and betsy, I think)

[sunstar]

It's Thursday night and time to see who's going to say bye-bye to Samoa!!! :laugh:

[aproudmom]

:biggrin:wonder who is next??

[aproudmom]

hey ya doll! I agree with ya, wow- this tiny size hefty troll has got to go! All his ugly comments about the women, calling them all dumb- grrr.

Maybe he will get bitten by something, gouged with a germy stick, step on a hot coal, have a bad case of the trots if his teammates don't decide to vote him out soon.

:glare:

yeah I don't like the way he puts down the women they better get him OUT his funny is not even funny..and I thought the one a few years ago that said his Grandma IIRC died was sneaky this dude is way weird IMO

[aproudmom]

OMG:scared: He found the idol

[sunstar]

OMG:scared: He found the idol

:scared: :cursing:

[aproudmom]

Ben I have never seen this happen in all of Survivors..:ohmy:

[aproudmom]

:scared: :cursing:

:thumbdown:yep just what I was thinking...sun maybe we will get a shocker and it is a fake idiol...lol.I can wish

[sunstar]

Ben I have never seen this happen in all of Survivors..:ohmy:

I know! Wow! :scared:

[sunstar]

:thumbdown:yep just what I was thinking...sun maybe we will get a shocker and it is a fake idiol...lol.I can wish

You know I was just thinking about Taj from last season ~ how I wish she was there to make one!! :laugh:

[aproudmom]

This is one time I sure wish these guys had some pants those 2 are about ready to make mebarfand take a hammer to them for the way they put down women..this is a little beyond a game with talk like that...but anyway I hope their mouths send them walking soon..JMO

[aproudmom]

Keep the hatchet away from Ben he is scary:w00t:

[flipflop]

Darn, what was with that mini football game w/out protective gear? Ouch.

ETA.....I edited out what I originally said. I forget that people haven't seen the show yet.

[aproudmom]

well after that I think I need to watch Jim Bob and Michelle and their 18 kids and counting then back to the craziness of Housewives of Atlanta until next week see ya all bye bye sun:seeya:

[sunstar]

That will teach some people not to mess with the "good Russell"!!! :thumbup: Poor Mike. :sad:

[sunstar]

well after that I think I need to watch Jim Bob and Michelle and their 18 kids and counting then back to the craziness of Housewives of Atlanta until next week see ya all bye bye sun:seeya:

Time for CSI for me! I don't want to give away too much what went on since the west coast still has to watch. :laugh:

[Sun]

Keep the hatchet away from Ben he is scary:w00t:

Ben seems to be high on himself, and the disrespect that he has, sure won't make him a winner on Survivor. I'd like to see him go sooner, rather than later. Even before Russell.

[sunstar]

Ben seems to be high on himself, and the disrespect that he has, sure won't make him a winner on Survivor. I'd like to see him go sooner, rather than later. Even before Russell.

Stay tuned! :biggrin:

[Sun]

That will teach some people not to mess with the "good Russell"!!! :thumbup: Poor Mike. :sad:

Those in the pit needed to be given some protective gear. Survivor has had many, many better challenges than that one. :thumbdown:

[sunstar]

Those in the pit needed to be given some protective gear. Survivor has had many, many better challenges than that one. :thumbdown:

I know. I didn't like it very much at all.

[warhorse46]

I can't believe the one that got sent to the opposing tribe went marching in with the attitude she had! Talk about going to bite her in the butt @ some point later down the line that one will. And what is up with her being so danged mad that a guy tackled her during the challenge? All of the women got tackled by guys, it was part of the game for crying out loud. Did she think she was somehow special? I think Jeff was right in tossing Ben out of the challenge, that was really a cheap shot. He did not just trip Russell he clipped him in the back of the knee. That is illegal in football so it should be in that challenge too.

[Postergeist]

OMG:scared: He found the idol

I had taped Survivor so I could watch Bones, so missed the first few minutes- had to hunt up the clip that showed it-

oh my- <pout>

http://www.tv.com/video/Y6_qN9KxoFONBapL96boztCIUvbhoy0G/russell-finds-immunity-idol?o=cbs

this season has some very handsome men and women, and at least one pot-bellied pig snake, but won't name any names so I don't incur an infraction for that for being insulting.

one female imo would work perfectly as a Hobbit. :biggrin:

[Sun]

OMG:scared: He found the idol

That idol was hidden in a place that was fairly secure. How many people would stick their head in a tree hole, just to look to see what was in there? Creepy things live in holes, snakes, critters? Gives me shivers just thinking about it.

Will Russell be added to the list of Survivor contestants who fail to use the idol, and are voted out? Can his tribemates pull off a blindside, and get him voted out? This I would enjoy seeing!

[summit]

I don't know who I think is worse Ben or Russel. Ben acted really bad last night, Russel always acts terrible. I have watchen Survivor from the very start, but I was floored when Russel found the idol with out breaking a sweat seemed a bit to easy for me.

[dinojen]

I don't know who I think is worse Ben or Russel. Ben acted really bad last night, Russel always acts terrible. I have watchen Survivor from the very start, but I was floored when Russel found the idol with out breaking a sweat seemed a bit to easy for me.

I was kind of hoping it would be a fake idol... that guy just totally disgusts me... when these people watch back after being voted off.. (not sure if the ones that don't make the jury can watch or not) they are going to feel like fools.. that guy just creeps me out. AND I agree with you about Ben what an jerk he was last night.. especially his comments to the girl from the other tribe.. (sorry it's early and I forgot her name)..Yasmin... had to look it up... when he called her ghetto trash.. I believe were his words.. and then those boneheads vote off Betsy... man I wouldn't want to be on that tribe for anything.

Felt bad for Mike, he seemed like a nice guy.. but guess he wasn't as in good of shape as Rudy.. remember the navy seal guy from a couple ones back... lol.. loved that guy...

Was a good show sort of last night... but that Russell just makes me ill.. what a total jerk.. total... disgusting he has that dang idol.:angry:


One thing funny though... I have another Russell to dislike.. lol... didn't like Russell on BB and now they hit me with another one...

[Sun]

I don't know who I think is worse Ben or Russel. Ben acted really bad last night, Russel always acts terrible. I have watchen Survivor from the very start, but I was floored when Russel found the idol with out breaking a sweat seemed a bit to easy for me.

After watching the first episode of Survivor, I had a hunch about Ben. I suspected that he was the one who would be thrown out of the challenge, and that proved to be true. It sure didn't take him long to go off on Yasmin. Just wait until he does that to someone on his own tribe.

I was so surprised to see that Russell told Jaison that he'd found the immunity idol. Very surprised.

[Sun]

I was kind of hoping it would be a fake idol... that guy just totally disgusts me... when these people watch back after being voted off.. (not sure if the ones that don't make the jury can watch or not) they are going to feel like fools.. that guy just creeps me out. AND I agree with you about Ben what an jerk he was last night.. especially his comments to the girl from the other tribe.. (sorry it's early and I forgot her name)..Yasmin... had to look it up... when he called her ghetto trash.. I believe were his words.. and then those boneheads vote off Betsy... man I wouldn't want to be on that tribe for anything.

Felt bad for Mike, he seemed like a nice guy.. but guess he wasn't as in good of shape as Rudy.. remember the navy seal guy from a couple ones back... lol.. loved that guy...

Was a good show sort of last night... but that Russell just makes me ill.. what a total jerk.. total... disgusting he has that dang idol.:angry:


One thing funny though... I have another Russell to dislike.. lol... didn't like Russell on BB and now they hit me with another one...

It looks like Survivor didn't provide adequate health screening of Mike, before they cast him in the part of "the old guy." It was scary to see how disoriented and unsteady he was after that challenge.

I would enjoy see a few military or navy folks on the show... the ones that have served our country.

[Mimi428]

OMG:scared: He found the idol

He's a piece of work, isn't he? As much as he seems like a mean ol' troll, I had to give him credit for being ambitious enough & clever enough to think about the fact that there would probably be an immunity idol around somewhere. But to think he would actually FIND the dang thing, without a single clue being given to him - ACK!

It looks like he & Jaison will have a very short-lived alliance, since the previews showed Jaison making some sort of comment about either he had to go or Russell had to go.

Every season I see one player or another & think "you must have never watched this show before - or you would know better than to act like that" - & that's all I could think of when I saw Jasmin stroll into the camp & start running off with her commentary about how easy they were to beat, how they needed to take advice from her, yadda, yadda, yadda. Is she insane?! LOL

Ben's behavior was just as bad - I can't believe he tripped Nice Russell the way he did. What a cheap shot that was.

[Sun]

Russell stirring things up around his camp, does make for good TV, I guess. It may not be making him any friends though. And to win at Survivor, you must have folks willing to vote to give you the prize money at the end.

Why does it seem like almost the entire hour of the show is focused on only the yellow Fao Fao tribe? Or is this just me?

[warhorse46]

I don't know who I think is worse Ben or Russel. Ben acted really bad last night, Russel always acts terrible. I have watchen Survivor from the very start, but I was floored when Russel found the idol with out breaking a sweat seemed a bit to easy for me.



I was shocked when he found it without any clues too! A Survivor first. As much as I dislike his attitude I have to admit he is outwitting, outlasting & outplaying them all @ this point.

[Sun]

I was shocked when he found it without any clues too! A Survivor first. As much as I dislike his attitude I have to admit he is outwitting, outlasting & outplaying them all @ this point.

The Fao Fao tribe is down to 4 men and 3 women. Who would vote to oust Russell on that tribe? Could the tribe blindside him and vote him out, thus possibly putting the immunity idol back into play? If I was Jaison, I'd be trying to make this happen.

[dinojen]

The Fao Fao tribe is down to 4 men and 3 women. Who would vote to oust Russell on that tribe? Could the tribe blindside him and vote him out, thus possibly putting the immunity idol back into play? If I was Jaison, I'd be trying to make this happen.

They can vote to oust him but he has the immunity idol(the personal one that he found in the tree trunk) to use.. so they can't.. they need to try to oust him so he uses it.. then they can get him back again and oust him when he doesn't have it... does that make any sense.

I have a feeling we are stuck with him for awhile.. that guy is just creepy... I think some of them are going to catch on.. but it's too late already... I really don't like the way he refers to the women on his tribe... that really really annoys me:cursing:

[warhorse46]

They can vote to oust him but he has the immunity idol(the personal one that he found in the tree trunk) to use.. so they can't.. they need to try to oust him so he uses it.. then they can get him back again and oust him when he doesn't have it... does that make any sense.

I have a feeling we are stuck with him for awhile.. that guy is just creepy... I think some of them are going to catch on.. but it's too late already... I really don't like the way he refers to the women on his tribe... that really really annoys me:cursing:


They can blind side him. He will have to play the idol before the votes are counted. So if he thinks he is safe & doesn't play it but the tribe votes him out he is gone. I agree with you on his putting down of the women on his tribe.

[Sun]

They can vote to oust him but he has the immunity idol(the personal one that he found in the tree trunk) to use.. so they can't.. they need to try to oust him so he uses it.. then they can get him back again and oust him when he doesn't have it... does that make any sense.

I have a feeling we are stuck with him for awhile.. that guy is just creepy... I think some of them are going to catch on.. but it's too late already... I really don't like the way he refers to the women on his tribe... that really really annoys me:cursing:

But IF they could manage to blindside Russell at their next tribal council, it would make for great TV. Just how secure does Russell feel right now? He sure seemed cocky that everyone would vote out Betsy this last time.

The producers probably want Russell to last for a while though. :glare:

[dinojen]

But IF they could manage to blindside Russell at their next tribal council, it would make for great TV. Just how secure does Russell feel right now? He sure seemed cocky that everyone would vote out Betsy this last time.

The producers probably want Russell to last for a while though. :glare:

That's true.. if he thought he was safe and didn't take his little immunity charm with him... thinking he was safe and left it buried... they could knock him out.. now that would be the best....:tonguewag:

[Sun]

That's true.. if he thought he was safe and didn't take his little immunity charm with him... thinking he was safe and left it buried... they could knock him out.. now that would be the best....:tonguewag:

Yes, that would be a mood booster for Fao Fao, and I hope that they pull it off. However, I am really wanting to see Ben go bye bye. There is just something about him that I really dislike.

[dinojen]

Yes, that would be a mood booster for Fao Fao, and I hope that they pull it off. However, I am really wanting to see Ben go bye bye. There is just something about him that I really dislike.

Oh I totally agree.. Ben is a slime bucket.. totally just pathetic... can't believe what he said at tribal council and yet they kept him... and he didn't really do anything for them in the challenge.. they will pay for dumping Betsy and keeping that idiot... he will cost them again.. you watch..

[Sun]

I'm wondering how everyone feels about the Galu tribe members. It seems like they've not gotten much airtime in the last two episodes, and I feeling like I barely have even gotten to hear them speak.

John, the rocket scientist, was picked to swim during that first challenge. And, from what little was shown at their camp, he appeared to not be fitting in with the others... he seemed stressed out from trying to "over-think" too much. :ohmy:

[BorderCollieMom]

Any new reports on the weather alert ? I just barely caught it on FOX News.
I sure hope they are prepared and they are all safe !

Checking back later for more info.

[Emerald]

There was a tsunami in Western Samoa. Deaths reported, but no details yet.

[dinojen]

I thought this show was taped.. so these contestants I think are already out of there... I could be wrong though. The only thing that is live is the last show..

Probably wrong.. because the show is on for a long period of time.. but still always thought it was taped.. and everyone basically is holed up until the end...:confused:

[warhorse46]

I thought this show was taped.. so these contestants I think are already out of there... I could be wrong though. The only thing that is live is the last show..

Probably wrong.. because the show is on for a long period of time.. but still always thought it was taped.. and everyone basically is holed up until the end...:confused:




Yes the shows are taped & the contestants are long gone from Samoa now.

[dinojen]

Tue Sep 29, 10:24 pm ET

LOS ANGELES – "Survivor" is safe in Samoa.

A spokeswoman for the CBS reality show says no crew members were harmed by the powerful earthquake that struck the South Pacific between Samoa and American Samoa around dawn Tuesday, sending large tsunami waves ashore.

The earthquake, with a magnitude between 8.0 and 8.3, had no effect on the production of the 20th season, which the spokeswoman said was not being filmed at the time.

The 19th season was also filmed in Samoa.


http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090930/ap_on_en_tv/us_tv_survivor

[BorderCollieMom]

TY Dino...thats good to hear. Little girl got the flu so Im on & off the boards.

War...sorry for the confusion. I was speaking of S20-All Stars. They were trying to do it back to back.

The cast of S20-All Stars is here & there on the net.

[warhorse46]

TY Dino...thats good to hear. Little girl got the flu so Im on & off the boards.

War...sorry for the confusion. I was speaking of S20-All Stars. They were trying to do it back to back.

The cast of S20-All Stars is here & there on the net.


Oh! I didn't know the next season was going to be in Samoa too. Thanks for the heads up. Hope your daughter is feeling better now.

[flipflop]

http://www.myspace.com/444386552

So, who's gonna "friend" him first? :laugh:

[sunstar]

Hi everybody :seeya: It's time for our weekly date with Evil Russell!!

[flipflop]

Good show tonight. Russell hasn't gotten any nicer, lol. I have a question. Didn't they used to have 2 challenges per episode?

[sunstar]

Good show tonight. Russell hasn't gotten any nicer, lol. I have a question. Didn't they used to have 2 challenges per episode?

I thought so! One challenge, the winner would get a "treat" ~ like food or something and the other would be to miss tribal council. :smile:

[flipflop]

I thought so! One challenge, the winner would get a "treat" ~ like food or something and the other would be to miss tribal council. :smile:

Yay. I'm glad someone else noticed that too. I guess they decided to focus more on the tribes and contestants rather than spend time on challenges. I liked the challenges though. :tongueside:

[W_D_1]

Good show tonight. Russell hasn't gotten any nicer, lol. I have a question. Didn't they used to have 2 challenges per episode?




Yes, they had seperate reward and immunity challenges. So far this year they have combined them into one challenge.

[juliekan]

I'm wondering how everyone feels about the Galu tribe members. It seems like they've not gotten much airtime in the last two episodes, and I feeling like I barely have even gotten to hear them speak.

John, the rocket scientist, was picked to swim during that first challenge. And, from what little was shown at their camp, he appeared to not be fitting in with the others... he seemed stressed out from trying to "over-think" too much. :ohmy:

We noticed that also, about John. And the fact that we know virtually NOTHING about the other tribe. I like it better when the tribes tend to alternate on getting immunity. Just like last year, they seem to be decimating one tribe. Of course this seems to be part of evil Russell's master plan to get to the merge quicker. Does he not know the larger member tribe tends to get rid of the new tribe members? Oh that's right it doesn't apply to him because he can run the show anytime, anywhere. :tongueside:

[Topher]

Russell was correct in his assessment of the rest of his Foa Foa tribe. They are dumb as rocks. Not one tried to figure out who was playing them by emptying all the canteens. I wouldn't have trusted Russell from day one. It should have been obvious to them by now that he's manipulating them. He's a fat older man who really has not been any help in the challanges, yet gets them to vote off others who were more helpful. Haven't they ever watched "Survivor?" Russell's going along with getting rid of Ben was a smart move, only to keep him in good graces with the rest of the tribe. He's in trouble now, because unless there's a merge soon, or there's a twist of moving some from the Galu tribe over, his weak Foa Foa tribe will be voted off one by one. Then when there is a merge with Galu, being unable to win immunity, Russell will be quickly voted off. He only has one immunity idol. The other potential flaw in Russell's strategy is that Jaison stood his ground about not voting Ashley off, and forcing the vote for Ben. Russell sees Jaison as a threat now. If he tries to get the others to vote Jaison off, even the dumbest of the tribe will realize that Russell has been playing them, and vote his butt off. I can understand screwing with people's heads to win the million dollars, but Russell has admitted that he's a wealthy man doing it just for the fun of it. That man needs professional help. He's such an evil man that he makes Richard Hatch seem like Ethan or Colby...

[Sun]

I am so happy that Ben was voted off! It was a unanamous vote too, wasn't it? (with Ben casting the only conflicting vote)

It was good to see the tribe go against Russell's plan to vote out Ashley. Yes! Yes! Yes!!! Ashley must have felt so good walking back to camp after tribal council. And, Russell must not be feeling too good. Wonder what shenanigans he will be up to now?

[RayStar]

This season has so many unfinished endings. I agree we hardly know anything of the other tribe. Russell has gotten all of the attention. Ben must have been acting like a real JERK to get the votes he received. I hope Russell does not get to the merge. That is if there is one. This is a different survivor.

[Roux]

Yes, they had seperate reward and immunity challenges. So far this year they have combined them into one challenge.

Maybe I'm just set in my ways but I don't like the new format; liked it better with two challenges.

ITA with juliekan on lack of coverage of Galu. I thought John was going to be painfully full of himself and a jerk. It irks me when someone says they're a "rocket scientist." Why not just say aeronautical engr, electrial engr, etc.

Russell is such a troll but trolls make for good reality TV.:laugh: I love Jaison and think he is a class act.

[Sun]

Maybe I'm just set in my ways but I don't like the new format; liked it better with two challenges.

ITA with juliekan on lack of coverage of Galu. I thought John was going to be painfully full of himself and a jerk. It irks me when someone says they're a "rocket scientist." Why not just say aeronautical engr, electrial engr, etc.

Russell is such a troll but trolls make for good reality TV.:laugh: I love Jaison and think he is a class act.

Jaison made a point to put himself out there, and it worked in his favor this time. He sure wasn't afraid speak his mind at tribal council either. Hope it doesn't make Russell target him next.

[juliekan]

Jaison made a point to put himself out there, and it worked in his favor this time. He sure wasn't afraid speak his mind at tribal council either. Hope it doesn't make Russell target him next.

Yes, could be a problem...did you see the look on Russell's face when Jaison said he wasn't backing down? Surprise, surprise, surprise :laugh:

[sunstar]

Jaison made a point to put himself out there, and it worked in his favor this time. He sure wasn't afraid speak his mind at tribal council either. Hope it doesn't make Russell target him next.

I hope it doesn't either ~ I like Jaison and even more after what he said at tribal council last night! :thumbsup: I just hope Shambo goes back and tells Yasmin.

[Sun]

I hope it doesn't either ~ I like Jaison and even more after what he said at tribal council last night! :thumbsup: I just hope Shambo goes back and tells Yasmin.

Shambo seems to have taken a dislike to her own tribemates. If they lose an immunity challenge, she could become the target. I wonder if she will realize that there is an immunity idol in her own camp, and search/find it.

[Mimi428]

Jaison made a point to put himself out there, and it worked in his favor this time. He sure wasn't afraid speak his mind at tribal council either. Hope it doesn't make Russell target him next.

Since every person (besides Ben) voted for Ben, I think Russell may not be targeting Jaison. I think Russell saw the writing on the wall & realized that it was more in his interests to go with the majority. The funny part of it was hearing him say - over & over again - that he was controlling the game & everyone on his tribe. Pretty obvious he sure wasn't in control, since he changed his vote to Ben! LOL

I think by the time the other tribe ever gets to tribal council, there will have been enough friction & tension building up that it will be mighty interesting to see who is on the outs. You noticed that the guys were not particularly impressed that Nice Russell chose the luxury items over the functional ones, to keep those lazy girls happy. Those pillows & stuff looked comfy, but in a rainy climate you know they will get nasty & moldy before too long.

[Sun]

Since every person (besides Ben) voted for Ben, I think Russell may not be targeting Jaison. I think Russell saw the writing on the wall & realized that it was more in his interests to go with the majority. The funny part of it was hearing him say - over & over again - that he was controlling the game & everyone on his tribe. Pretty obvious he sure wasn't in control, since he changed his vote to Ben! LOL

I think by the time the other tribe ever gets to tribal council, there will have been enough friction & tension building up that it will be mighty interesting to see who is on the outs. You noticed that the guys were not particularly impressed that Nice Russell chose the luxury items over the functional ones, to keep those lazy girls happy. Those pillows & stuff looked comfy, but in a rainy climate you know they will get nasty & moldy before too long.

You have a very good point about the Galu tribe. Some were not at all happy with Nice Russell's pick of the comfort items. That tarp (and weren't there fishing supplies also?) probably would have provided much, much more comfort (than pillows) against the upcoming rains that the tribe will shortly face.

Maybe one of the yoga participants will be the first target when they go to tribal council for the first time.

[warhorse46]

Since every person (besides Ben) voted for Ben, I think Russell may not be targeting Jaison. I think Russell saw the writing on the wall & realized that it was more in his interests to go with the majority. The funny part of it was hearing him say - over & over again - that he was controlling the game & everyone on his tribe. Pretty obvious he sure wasn't in control, since he changed his vote to Ben! LOL

I think by the time the other tribe ever gets to tribal council, there will have been enough friction & tension building up that it will be mighty interesting to see who is on the outs. You noticed that the guys were not particularly impressed that Nice Russell chose the luxury items over the functional ones, to keep those lazy girls happy. Those pillows & stuff looked comfy, but in a rainy climate you know they will get nasty & moldy before too long.



I agree, that was a bad decision! They are out there to survive not vacationing @ some resort. Get the things you need to have water, shelter & food first then worry about comfort. I agree with Shambo too re the yoga stuff. Get your lazy butts up, get what you need to survive for the day then if there is time do relaxing things like yoga.

[KP1935]

Russell was correct in his assessment of the rest of his Foa Foa tribe. They are dumb as rocks. Not one tried to figure out who was playing them by emptying all the canteens. I wouldn't have trusted Russell from day one. It should have been obvious to them by now that he's manipulating them. He's a fat older man who really has not been any help in the challanges, yet gets them to vote off others who were more helpful. Haven't they ever watched "Survivor?" Russell's going along with getting rid of Ben was a smart move, only to keep him in good graces with the rest of the tribe. He's in trouble now, because unless there's a merge soon, or there's a twist of moving some from the Galu tribe over, his weak Foa Foa tribe will be voted off one by one. Then when there is a merge with Galu, being unable to win immunity, Russell will be quickly voted off. He only has one immunity idol. The other potential flaw in Russell's strategy is that Jaison stood his ground about not voting Ashley off, and forcing the vote for Ben. Russell sees Jaison as a threat now. If he tries to get the others to vote Jaison off, even the dumbest of the tribe will realize that Russell has been playing them, and vote his butt off. I can understand screwing with people's heads to win the million dollars, but Russell has admitted that he's a wealthy man doing it just for the fun of it. That man needs professional help. He's such an evil man that he makes Richard Hatch seem like Ethan or Colby...

I tend to disagree with this belief. They would rather vote out a true challenger knowing Russell can't win challenges. However, if Jaison makes the merge and makes it know Russell has the HII they could possibly blindside him to put it back in play.

[Mimi428]

I tend to disagree with this belief. They would rather vote out a true challenger knowing Russell can't win challenges. However, if Jaison makes the merge and makes it know Russell has the HII they could possibly blindside him to put it back in play.

Yes, that is the Survivor dilemma through & through, isn't it? They want to keep the challenge-monsters while they are split into 2 tribes - but as soon as the merge comes along they all have to scramble to get RID of the challenge-monster.

If Bad Russell makes it to the merge, I'm sure he will have no trouble at all putting on his sympathy face & will engage every new person (to him) to spill the beans & air their gripes about their tribemates - then he will use what he knows against them. He is sly & appears to be a constant conniver - & as much as he is sleazy, he sure does seem to have a whole lot more on the ball than a bunch of the others. I still can't get over that he found the hidden immunity idol without a single clue - ack!

He's in the game to win - & I believe he would have those lazy girls for lunch - easily!

[sunstar]

Shambo seems to have taken a dislike to her own tribemates. If they lose an immunity challenge, she could become the target. I wonder if she will realize that there is an immunity idol in her own camp, and search/find it.

I think once the "comfort items" become useless "Nice Russell" may have a problem ~ that is if and when Galu loses an immunity challenge! :laugh: I don't see Shambo going quite yet.

[Riverwalk!]

Jeff's new blog

http://popwatch.ew.com/2009/10/02/jeff-probst-blogs-survivor-samoa-episode-3/

Is Ben a Racist?

http://popwatch.ew.com/2009/10/02/survivor-talk-ben-castoff-interview/

Read and watch the interview. ICKKY guy. Glad he's gone.

[Briar]

I just read all of your posts on this season so far and just wanted to mention a couple of things.

1. Russell's lie about Hurricane Katrina then his confession to us that he's from TX, millionaire oil baron, or whatever. I'm not even sure I believe THAT story. And for the love that is all that is good and sacred find that man some decent underwear. He just grosses me out.

2. As bad as I want Russell out, Ben quickly overtook him in the jerk category. Did he say that he didn't know they were following Jeff's "sissy rules" in that challenge?? Uhh, Jeff is staying at that resort making more money that that fool will ever make in his lifetime, even if he WON! And Jeff warned them no more cheap shots!

[Mimi428]

I just read all of your posts on this season so far and just wanted to mention a couple of things.

1. Russell's lie about Hurricane Katrina then his confession to us that he's from TX, millionaire oil baron, or whatever. I'm not even sure I believe THAT story. And for the love that is all that is good and sacred find that man some decent underwear. He just grosses me out.

2. As bad as I want Russell out, Ben quickly overtook him in the jerk category. Did he say that he didn't know they were following Jeff's "sissy rules" in that challenge?? Uhh, Jeff is staying at that resort making more money that that fool will ever make in his lifetime, even if he WON! And Jeff warned them no more cheap shots!

I know what you mean about having no confidence in Bad Russell's story of being a millionaire. I did read somewhere else that he is married & has four children, which makes me pity his children!

I sure was glad he had a pair of shorts on during this last week's episode, because those drawers we have been seeing him in were NASTY.

Outrageous as he is, Bad Russell is definitely providing the entertainment factor for this season. Ben, on the other hand, was not even remotely entertaining - with one exception - at tribal council when Jaison was telling Jeff that Ben was always criticizing & correcting & arguing with people. And how did Ben respond to that? Denying it entirely - by criticizing, correcting & arguing! LOL. Sometimes you just have to love the irony.

I wonder though, if Ben was correct in his assessment that his tribe would go hungry & cold without him around to work. Guess we'll see if they have to step it up now that he is gone - from the looks of it, he sure did know how to get a fire going fast, while the others were struggling mightily to even get a spark out of their flint.

[Sun]

I know what you mean about having no confidence in Bad Russell's story of being a millionaire. I did read somewhere else that he is married & has four children, which makes me pity his children!

I sure was glad he had a pair of shorts on during this last week's episode, because those drawers we have been seeing him in were NASTY.

Outrageous as he is, Bad Russell is definitely providing the entertainment factor for this season. Ben, on the other hand, was not even remotely entertaining - with one exception - at tribal council when Jaison was telling Jeff that Ben was always criticizing & correcting & arguing with people. And how did Ben respond to that? Denying it entirely - by criticizing, correcting & arguing! LOL. Sometimes you just have to love the irony.

I wonder though, if Ben was correct in his assessment that his tribe would go hungry & cold without him around to work. Guess we'll see if they have to step it up now that he is gone - from the looks of it, he sure did know how to get a fire going fast, while the others were struggling mightily to even get a spark out of their flint.

Do you suppose that Bad Russell will be having the last laugh, if none of the others can make fire? To himself, yes.
Will he step up to make fire, if the others fail. Naw... he'll let them suffer.

[Mimi428]

Do you suppose that Bad Russell will be having the last laugh, if none of the others can make fire? To himself, yes.
Will he step up to make fire, if the others fail. Naw... he'll let them suffer.

OMIGOSH, I had not even thought about that, but I think you are right. I can envision Bad Russell deliberately feigning an inability to get a fire started, just so the rest of his tribemates would have an increase in the misery factor.

(where's a snake icon when you need one!)

[Briar]

IF I was a crazed loon and decided to try out for the show (my sister did and honestly she'd be great but she'd be kicked off the island before tribal council even started) I would read every survival manual I could get my hands on. I would also leave being a pro at making fire. Remember the dude that was the gravedigger (last season I think)? That's what he did. I'd be helpful but not too aggressive and I'd certainly carry my weight.

One thing I have to disagree with. I'm not sure what they do with all of the hours of their days, but the little group yoga sessions seem like a great idea to me. I've done yoga for years and it's all about harmony and balance. They're winning the challenges so who's to say it's not a good thing to do everyday? Better than sniping and griping.

I hadn't heard about Bad Russell having kids. Can you imagine what they are raised to act like???

[Sun]

Shucks! I really wish that this show aired more than just for one hour, once a week.

Russell has shown the immunity idol to both Mick and Jaison, and I'm wondering if they will sneakily work to get him voted out, thus putting the idol back into play? Jaison has to know that he went against Russell's plans, and that Russell may come after him next. I imagine that both Mick and Jaison are thinking about that idol.

[Mimi428]

Russell has shown the immunity idol to both Mick and Jaison, and I'm wondering if they will sneakily work to get him voted out, thus putting the idol back into play? Jaison has to know that he went against Russell's plans, and that Russell may come after him next. I imagine that both Mick and Jaison are thinking about that idol.

<snipped>

Bad Russell seems to be more interested in targeting the people who tell him (one way or another) that they don't TRUST him. I think that's why he got rid of Betsy & the first lady (name I don't recall right now). I don't think Russell would specifically target Jaison before Ashley, unless Jaison confronts him the way the women did - by telling him he doesn't trust him. From what we have seen so far, that is the sort of thing that seems to get Bad Russell on the rampage against you.

Guess we'll find out!

I hope on this week's episode they will show us what Shambo told her tribemates after her visit to the other camp. I think Yasmin had legitimate gripes against Ben, but she sure didn't seem to have an ounce of tact or diplomacy when she started in on the entire tribe about how they should pay attention to what she had to say & she would tell them how to win challenges. Now, who in their right mind would think that approach was a smart idea? LOL

[birdwatch]

<snipped>

Bad Russell seems to be more interested in targeting the people who tell him (one way or another) that they don't TRUST him. I think that's why he got rid of Betsy & the first lady (name I don't recall right now). I don't think Russell would specifically target Jaison before Ashley, unless Jaison confronts him the way the women did - by telling him he doesn't trust him. From what we have seen so far, that is the sort of thing that seems to get Bad Russell on the rampage against you.

Guess we'll find out!

I hope on this week's episode they will show us what Shambo told her tribemates after her visit to the other camp. I think Yasmin had legitimate gripes against Ben, but she sure didn't seem to have an ounce of tact or diplomacy when she started in on the entire tribe about how they should pay attention to what she had to say & she would tell them how to win challenges. Now, who in their right mind would think that approach was a smart idea? LOL
right - dumb way to approach the tribe - and I thought her diatribe at Ben was WAY over the top. Even tho others didn't like Ben - they just thought she was nutty, imo. We don't see much of what is going on with her in her home tribe but I can't imagine that she is a different person over there. Sparks must be flying - too bad we don't get to see it.

[warhorse46]

IF I was a crazed loon and decided to try out for the show (my sister did and honestly she'd be great but she'd be kicked off the island before tribal council even started) I would read every survival manual I could get my hands on. I would also leave being a pro at making fire. Remember the dude that was the gravedigger (last season I think)? That's what he did. I'd be helpful but not too aggressive and I'd certainly carry my weight.

One thing I have to disagree with. I'm not sure what they do with all of the hours of their days, but the little group yoga sessions seem like a great idea to me. I've done yoga for years and it's all about harmony and balance. They're winning the challenges so who's to say it's not a good thing to do everyday? Better than sniping and griping.

I hadn't heard about Bad Russell having kids. Can you imagine what they are raised to act like???


It wasn't the fact that they were doing the yoga, it was their timing. They were doing the yoga before the daily chores of the camp were even started much less completed. IMO you get your chores done so that you will have what you need to survive another day then if you have time left over you do relaxation things.

[Sun]

It wasn't the fact that they were doing the yoga, it was their timing. They were doing the yoga before the daily chores of the camp were even started much less completed. IMO you get your chores done so that you will have what you need to survive another day then if you have time left over you do relaxation things.

Yes, having a yoga session before some of the essential chores were done that morning, tells me that those four people are playing more of a social game, than they are a "survival" game. Just wait until the rains come, and everyone is wet, cold, and hungry.

[warhorse46]

Yes, having a yoga session before some of the essential chores were done that morning, tells me that those four people are playing more of a social game, than they are a "survival" game. Just wait until the rains come, and everyone is wet, cold, and hungry.




I absolutely agree. They do not have an adequate shelter against rain & they don't seem to be interested in building one. They are not planning ahead.

[Pomme]

http://www.myspace.com/444386552

So, who's gonna "friend" him first? :laugh:

If he's 36, I'm Angelina Jolie!:w00t:

[flipflop]

If he's 36, I'm Angelina Jolie!:w00t:

LOL. Did you click on his pictures and see that pic of him with Pam Anderson?

[Myka]

from www.realitytvlounge.com

the theme will be an ALL STARS with Hereos vs Villians

Cast:
Rob Mariano
Rupert Boneham
Tom Westman
James Clement
"Coach" Wade
Tyson Apostol
Russell Hantz
Randy Bailey
Colby Donaldson
JT Thomas
Jerri Manthery
Danielle DiLorenzo
Parvati Shallow
Candice Woodcock
Amanada Kimmel
Courtney Yates
Sandra Diaz-Twine
"Suagr" Smith
Stephanie Lagrossa
Cirie Fields
*** there is 2 lists, one lists Cirie one list Natalie Bolton

[KP1935]

from www.realitytvlounge.com

the theme will be an ALL STARS with Hereos vs Villians

Cast:
Rob Mariano

Automatic turnoff.





but then again Amanda Kimmel will be on......tough call.

[birdwatch]

Automatic turnoff.





but then again Amanda Kimmel will be on......tough call.
It will be fun to see Rupert again, along with James C and the ever-popular JT. Coach? Another automatic turnoff, imo. Oh - and I'm sure I will have had enough of bad Russell by then; but maybe he'll get voted off soon.

[Riverwalk!]

Preview for tonight:

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=oSLQ7V8Gp6p7kEPZfWvFatwzPLa7XeXf

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=gGFiPKx_faBWJgapfktObRpz1WPsra1n

and: http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=oVY2Pgfy2jFcvwEuqxx_zt7k9UmpRuSO

Two challenges return.

[Sun]

It will be fun to see Rupert again, along with James C and the ever-popular JT. Coach? Another automatic turnoff, imo. Oh - and I'm sure I will have had enough of bad Russell by then; but maybe he'll get voted off soon.

Ah, Rupert, from Indiana! Nice to see a non-hollywood type person on the show again, and someone who is not evil in a bad way. chuckles.... his appearance sure didn't warm me up to him at first, but after a few shows I had a whole 'nuther view of him. Rooted for him to win too!

[sunstar]

Preview for tonight:

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=oSLQ7V8Gp6p7kEPZfWvFatwzPLa7XeXf

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=gGFiPKx_faBWJgapfktObRpz1WPsra1n

and: http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=oVY2Pgfy2jFcvwEuqxx_zt7k9UmpRuSO

Two challenges return.

Oh I'm glad to see two challenges again! :thumbsup: let's see what our friend (haha) evil Russell does tonight! :tonguewag:

[Sun]

Yes! Yes! (I won't give it away yet, as I know that west coast folks haven't yet gotten to watch)

I was so worried that it might be someone else to go, but they didn't get a single vote.

[Sun]

Oh I'm glad to see two challenges again! :thumbsup: let's see what our friend (haha) evil Russell does tonight! :tonguewag:

Take note of his sidestepping tonight! Amazing!

[sunstar]

Take note of his sidestepping tonight! Amazing!

Oh I watched ~ but our friends out west haven't so I'll be quiet for now! :biggrin:

[Mimi428]

As much as I like Shambo, I cannot believe she let that chicken out of the freakin' cage - what was she thinking???

Not surprised to see Yasmin get voted out, but now it looks like Nice Russell (or at least we thought he was nice, compared to Bad Russell) is going to go on the rampage - did y'all see that hissy fit he was throwing??? Whoa - what was that about? I sure didn't see Jeff explain that the team captains could not be voted off at tribal council.

I hope somebody feeds Jaison, or does something to get his morale raised, because with his "this is the worst mistake of my life" story going on, his tribemates will pick up on that & vote him off.

[dinojen]

Oh I watched ~ but our friends out west haven't so I'll be quiet for now! :biggrin:

I done watching now... lol... it's almost 5 AM...

Pretty good show and I think they made the right decision on who they sent home. She really didn't do anything... but sit... and watch the others. But boy it's going to stir some trouble up within the tribe that they didn't follow fearless leader Russell's wants....lol...

Loved the chicken part... was hilarious.

OK.. now someone explain to me.. did each tribe have a idol hidden on the tribe.. because now that other guy found one also, so that means he has one and so does Rude Russell... so is that right? I thought in past seasons there was only one?

[Mimi428]

OK.. now someone explain to me.. did each tribe have a idol hidden on the tribe.. because now that other guy found one also, so that means he has one and so does Rude Russell... so is that right? I thought in past seasons there was only one?

<snipped>
Yes, there were two hidden immunity idols - one at each camp. I guess that it has something to do with not having a separate exile island this season.

And what the heck was wrong with Shambo to just tell those two guys what the clues were? Why would she trust any of them, when she has said herself, more than once, that her own tribemates don't like her? I think she is being naive', if she thinks they wouldn't all stab her in the back when it suits them.

[warhorse46]

As much as I like Shambo, I cannot believe she let that chicken out of the freakin' cage - what was she thinking???

Not surprised to see Yasmin get voted out, but now it looks like Nice Russell (or at least we thought he was nice, compared to Bad Russell) is going to go on the rampage - did y'all see that hissy fit he was throwing??? Whoa - what was that about? I sure didn't see Jeff explain that the team captains could not be voted off at tribal council.

I hope somebody feeds Jaison, or does something to get his morale raised, because with his "this is the worst mistake of my life" story going on, his tribemates will pick up on that & vote him off.


I had to laugh when they were trying to catch the chicken. A person will NEVER catch a chicken by trying to run it down, they are faster & way more agile. To catch one you have to herd it into a corner then catch it. Standing there calling it isn't going to work either.
Tribe leader Russell better step back. His authority does not extend to telling tribe members how to vote. He needs to realize he is a team leader not a team dictator.

[warhorse46]

I done watching now... lol... it's almost 5 AM...

Pretty good show and I think they made the right decision on who they sent home. She really didn't do anything... but sit... and watch the others. But boy it's going to stir some trouble up within the tribe that they didn't follow fearless leader Russell's wants....lol...

Loved the chicken part... was hilarious.

OK.. now someone explain to me.. did each tribe have a idol hidden on the tribe.. because now that other guy found one also, so that means he has one and so does Rude Russell... so is that right? I thought in past seasons there was only one?



When the idol is hidden within the camp there are two of them. That way each team has a chance to have an idol. When it is hidden on exile island there is only one. This season there is no exile island.

[Briar]

As much as I like Shambo, I cannot believe she let that chicken out of the freakin' cage - what was she thinking???
(snipped)

After the failed fishing excursion turned swampy bath and then losing the mouthpiece to the snorkel...

I was yelling at the TV "Don't let her near the chickens!!!!
Just like the people in my house, they didn't listen to me. :huh:

[Sun]

After the failed fishing excursion turned swampy bath and then losing the mouthpiece to the snorkel...

I was yelling at the TV "Don't let her near the chickens!!!!
Just like the people in my house, they didn't listen to me. :huh:

I could hear you yelling! Her clucking was also making me want to wring a neck, and it wasn't a chicken's neck either. It was good to finally see a little of the Galu tribe at their camp. But only a "little" was even shown.

[sunstar]

As much as I like Shambo, I cannot believe she let that chicken out of the freakin' cage - what was she thinking???

Not surprised to see Yasmin get voted out, but now it looks like Nice Russell (or at least we thought he was nice, compared to Bad Russell) is going to go on the rampage - did y'all see that hissy fit he was throwing??? Whoa - what was that about? I sure didn't see Jeff explain that the team captains could not be voted off at tribal council.

I hope somebody feeds Jaison, or does something to get his morale raised, because with his "this is the worst mistake of my life" story going on, his tribemates will pick up on that & vote him off.
(bolding mine)

And Evil Russell was talking about doing that last night.


I'm glad Shambo's tribemates didn't totally hold the chicken incident against her ~ and I'm also glad the chickens were left as reward for their eggs. When I first saw the chickens I was afraid we were going to have to watch them get killed and eaten. :sad:

[sunstar]

I done watching now... lol... it's almost 5 AM...

Pretty good show and I think they made the right decision on who they sent home. She really didn't do anything... but sit... and watch the others. But boy it's going to stir some trouble up within the tribe that they didn't follow fearless leader Russell's wants....lol...

Loved the chicken part... was hilarious.

OK.. now someone explain to me.. did each tribe have a idol hidden on the tribe.. because now that other guy found one also, so that means he has one and so does Rude Russell... so is that right? I thought in past seasons there was only one?

Hi dinojen :seeya: I'm glad you're watching too ~ even though you didn't get around to it until 5am!! I too thought it was funny with them chasing the poor chicken around. No animal is going to come to you while you're running after it especially when it can fly! :laugh:

[Mimi428]

Hi dinojen :seeya: I'm glad you're watching too ~ even though you didn't get around to it until 5am!! I too thought it was funny with them chasing the poor chicken around. No animal is going to come to you while you're running after it especially when it can fly! :laugh:

What I was waiting to see was whether any of them had the sense to quit chasing that chicken during daylight hours, but pay attention to where she came to roost. Then when it gets dark - go get her. I guess we may never know the outcome of the loose chicken.

But for as silly as that chicken chasing was, I was actually mighty impressed that Shambo got at least one of them contented enough to lay an egg - & pretty much immediately. I don't recall any other season where the survivors got chickens in a reward, where any one of them seemed to have a clue that the chickens wouldn't lay unless they were comfy & cozy.

[Mimi428]

After the failed fishing excursion turned swampy bath and then losing the mouthpiece to the snorkel...

I was yelling at the TV "Don't let her near the chickens!!!!
Just like the people in my house, they didn't listen to me. :huh:

I know what you mean by that! She sure has had plenty of opportunities turn into calamities, hasn't she? Yikes!

I don't know if the others are really that successful in what they try to do, or whether they don't do much to begin with, so don't have the occasions arise for failure nearly as much as she does.

[sunstar]

What I was waiting to see was whether any of them had the sense to quit chasing that chicken during daylight hours, but pay attention to where she came to roost. Then when it gets dark - go get her. I guess we may never know the outcome of the loose chicken.

But for as silly as that chicken chasing was, I was actually mighty impressed that Shambo got at least one of them contented enough to lay an egg - & pretty much immediately. I don't recall any other season where the survivors got chickens in a reward, where any one of them seemed to have a clue that the chickens wouldn't lay unless they were comfy & cozy.
Yes, at least she seemed to know something about getting a chicken to lay eggs! That one guy (sorry I forgot his name) was ready to eat the chickens ~ as if that would really satisfy all their appetites! :biggrin:

[Riverwalk!]

Jeff's new blog

http://popwatch.ew.com/2009/10/09/jeff-probst-blogs-survivor-samoa-episode-4/

Gotta love Jeff :lol:

ETA: watch the video at the bottom with Yaz. 2 parts. LMAO she'd never do Survivor again. NO not ever again. Gotta love her honesty??

[warhorse46]

Jeff's new blog

http://popwatch.ew.com/2009/10/09/jeff-probst-blogs-survivor-samoa-episode-4/

Gotta love Jeff :lol:

ETA: watch the video at the bottom with Yaz. 2 parts. LMAO she'd never do Survivor again. NO not ever again. Gotta love her honesty??


Wow, great find! Very interesting. Thanks.

[birdwatch]

Jeff's new blog

http://popwatch.ew.com/2009/10/09/jeff-probst-blogs-survivor-samoa-episode-4/

Gotta love Jeff :lol:

ETA: watch the video at the bottom with Yaz. 2 parts. LMAO she'd never do Survivor again. NO not ever again. Gotta love her honesty?? That is great - thanks so much for this link. I did enjoy Jeff's comments - but Yasmin! Gotta love her is right. I didn't before, but I do now. She is smart and funny; can even laugh at herself - who knew?
She is not the 1st survivor who has never, ever been camping to go on this show without realizing that it is "extreme camping". Loved the phrase "the 'hood ain't the woods". She is a funny lady!

[Mimi428]

Jeff's new blog

http://popwatch.ew.com/2009/10/09/jeff-probst-blogs-survivor-samoa-episode-4/

Gotta love Jeff :lol:

ETA: watch the video at the bottom with Yaz. 2 parts. LMAO she'd never do Survivor again. NO not ever again. Gotta love her honesty??

What a neat website - thanks for finding that & posting the link.

Interesting comments from Jeff about how Shambo's tribemates are full of folks who are like a group of schoolkids - who are too cool, too cool for you & too cool for school - ROFLOL. Yeah, I can appreciate what he means by that. I also thought his comments about how they b*tch about Shambo, but then make sure to give her the jobs that have the highest risks of mishap - so if there is a screw-up - it's on her, not THEM. That's a high school clique sort of behavior if ever I saw one.

[Riverwalk!]

First 4 cast offs speak out

WATCH OUT FOR! ...... :w00t:

http://cbswatchmagazine.com/travel-blog/2009/10/13/watch-out-for/

[Riverwalk!]

PREVIEWS:

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=Y3LQnfYPRYDDJq9R2inGF9gwk_PCaeDl


Immunity:
http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=rL2FDHlO_hmFAyN0CjQSNm9Ftu3s8fMb

Reward: ICK ... Samoa Smoothie
http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=KkmLY1zpTZ5u0WZPf23gTMtVQrnzYWbW&play=true&vs=Default

[sunstar]

Thanks so much Riverwalk! I'd seen some of the previews on my local CBS station and poor (lol) evil Russell is so upset that the stormy weather has messed with his strategy!! :lol: I can't wait for tomorrow night!

[sunstar]

Just about 5 minutes until we see what's going on this week! :biggrin:

[Riverwalk!]

Just about 5 minutes until we see what's going on this week! :biggrin:

I'm watching with you.:thumbup:

[Riverwalk!]

Gagging here with this carp they have to drink. UGH.

[sunstar]

Gagging here with this carp they have to drink. UGH.

I know ~ yuck! :scared:

[birdwatch]

Gagging here with this carp they have to drink. UGH. I forgot they were going to do that - bad time to sit down with my dinner in my lap to enyoy the show. I wrapped it up and put it in the 'fridge. Maybe I'll have a sandwich after the show..... when I get those images out of my mind.barf

[Riverwalk!]

I forgot they were going to do that - bad time to sit down with my dinner in my lap to enyoy the show. I wrapped it up and put it in the 'fridge. Maybe I'll have a sandwich after the show..... when I get those images out of my mind.barf

I warned everyone ... up above with my previews. ICK

[sunstar]

I forgot they were going to do that - bad time to sit down with my dinner in my lap to enyoy the show. I wrapped it up and put it in the 'fridge. Maybe I'll have a sandwich after the show..... when I get those images out of my mind.barf

Get the dinner back out during CSI!! :laugh:

[Riverwalk!]

Medic.........

[Riverwalk!]

She you peeps. I'll post Jeff's blog when it's up. Should be a good one?

[sunstar]

She you peeps. I'll post Jeff's blog when it's up. Should be a good one?

It always is good! This is when I really hate all these different time zones ~ we can't talk about the show yet! :sleep:

[Mayasmimi]

I got home just in time to miss who was voted out tonight. Anyone? AND....how do yall feel about the "Russell" from New Orleans? Love the other one.

Sorry to start a new thread if one already exists. I couldn't find one.

[StarShine]

There is a special board for Survivor.

http://boards.insessiontrials.com/forumdisplay.php?f=662

[Riverwalk!]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8rV0H211nM&feature=channel

[Riverwalk!]

Jeff's new blog and 2 videos at the bottom

http://popwatch.ew.com/2009/10/16/jeff-probst-blogs-survivor-samoa-episode-5/

[Sun]

uh oh! Was the medic called in for the nice Russell?

[flipflop]

uh oh! Was the medic called in for the nice Russell?


My mom said she saw a preview and Russell (the good one) was lying on the ground. :unsure:

[W_D_1]

My mom said she saw a preview and Russell (the good one) was lying on the ground. :unsure:


The preview showed him hitting his head on some type of wooden box. He was blindfolded and being guided.

[flipflop]

The preview showed him hitting his head on some type of wooden box. He was blindfolded and being guided.

Oh wow. Thanks. How scary. I wonder if he gets taken off.

[Sun]

The preview showed him hitting his head on some type of wooden box. He was blindfolded and being guided.

I hope that it wasn't Shambo that was guiding him. :sneaky:

[RayStar]

I hope that it wasn't Shambo that was guiding him. :sneaky:
I hope it's not her also. I wonder if he lost his footing causing the fall. I just finished reading Jeff's blog and the part about drinking the smoothies is just awful. I wish they would eliminated that part of the contest.

[birdwatch]

Easier to find it again. I wonder what "owns an oil company" actually means in this case. The phrase gives me visions of big ol' Texas millionaire with a 100,000 acre spread. Somehow I don't see "Evil Russell" as that. Anyone know. How rich (or not) is he?

[birdwatch]

He isn't from New Orleans he made all of that up for sympathy which IMO is pathetic.

He's from Dayton TX and owns an Oil Company.

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/bio/russell_h_19/bio.php?season=19 I might have answered my own question in the above post. Russell Hantz in the phone listings in Dayton TX - and the address in an area of mobile homes. There is a business listed (under Towing & Marine) - not a member of the BBB. Confusing stats written up on the business- like something Russell may have done himself. Personally I think he has a missing tooth because he can't afford to fix it. Suddenly he doesn't seem so evil to me - just a pushy guy trying really hard the only way he knows.

[warhorse46]

Easier to find it again. I wonder what "owns an oil company" actually means in this case. The phrase gives me visions of big ol' Texas millionaire with a 100,000 acre spread. Somehow I don't see "Evil Russell" as that. Anyone know. How rich (or not) is he?



Here in Texas you can say you own an oil company if you own one well or one tanker truck. There are thousands of very small independant oil companies run by families. Not all are on the level of JR Ewing & Southfork.

[sunstar]

Here in Texas you can say you own an oil company if you own one well or one tanker truck. There are thousands of very small independant oil companies run by families. Not all are on the level of JR Ewing & Southfork.
BBM

That sounds about on par for our Evil Russell! :lol:

[Sun]

Tonight's episode seem to be all about the tribes suffering from being wet and cold. Nice Russell made a poor decision to not sit out the challenge, and it cost him dearly. Of course, if he'd not made the earlier poor decision to choose pillows over a tarp, he might not have been in such poor health either.

[juliekan]

He isn't from New Orleans he made all of that up for sympathy which IMO is pathetic.

He's from Dayton TX and owns an Oil Company.

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/bio/russell_h_19/bio.php?season=19

ummmm, has anyone researched that? i did, could find nothing. Dayton is out in the middle of nowhere, but close to an area that has a lot of oil industry. if he'll lie about one, why not lie about another. i guess my grandparents owned an oil company, since they had wells on their land, as WH posted above.

[Roux]

Tonight's episode seem to be all about the tribes suffering from being wet and cold. Nice Russell made a poor decision to not sit out the challenge, and it cost him dearly. Of course, if he'd not made the earlier poor decision to choose pillows over a tarp, he might not have been in such poor health either.

I felt so badly for nice Russell and hated to see him taken out. He's a decent guy, but that decision to go for pillows/blankets over a tarp was a tragic error in judgement.

[warhorse46]

Tonight's episode seem to be all about the tribes suffering from being wet and cold. Nice Russell made a poor decision to not sit out the challenge, and it cost him dearly. Of course, if he'd not made the earlier poor decision to choose pillows over a tarp, he might not have been in such poor health either.




I knew the trib would regret that decision @ some point & they sure paid the price with the 5 days of rain. I agree with you, had Russell made the decision to take the tarp & the other survival items over the comfort items his health may have not deteriorated so rapidly. And if he as leader would have assigned daily tasks to each member that were to be completed before any leisure activities could be done I think his tribe would be in better shape. Also as leader I think he should have seen to it that they had adequate shelter & protection for the fire & fire wood in wet weather.

[warhorse46]

ummmm, has anyone researched that? i did, could find nothing. Dayton is out in the middle of nowhere, but close to an area that has a lot of oil industry. if he'll lie about one, why not lie about another. i guess my grandparents owned an oil company, since they had wells on their land, as WH posted above.


Did they own the wells or did they lease the mineral rights to an oil company to drill on their land? Most oil companys do not own the land they drill on, they lease the mineral rights from the land owners.

[warhorse46]

I felt so badly for nice Russell and hated to see him taken out. He's a decent guy, but that decision to go for pillows/blankets over a tarp was a tragic error in judgement.




I hated to see him leave that way too. He was a competitor to the end. But IMO he was not a good leader, he made some very bad decisions that have adversely effected the tribe.

[Emerald]

I'm still trying to find out what a 'rocket scientist' is.

[warhorse46]

I'm still trying to find out what a 'rocket scientist' is.




A rocket scientest is the same thing as an aerospace engineer.

http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-rocket-science.htm

[CHITCHAT]

I felt so bad for good Russel...He really worked hard and gave it his all. maybe a little to much.

In the beginning of Survivor it said Russel (the bad one) was a multi millionair...not just a millionair...He doesnt look like a multi millionair...but then looks can be deceiving.

[W_D_1]

I felt so bad for good Russel...He really worked hard and gave it his all. maybe a little to much.

In the beginning of Survivor it said Russel (the bad one) was a multi millionair...not just a millionair...He doesnt look like a multi millionair...but then looks can be deceiving.


I have a hard time believing a multi millionaire would be missing a tooth, especially one that shows every time he smiles. I think that's as big a lie as his being from New Orleans is.

[sunstar]

I'm going to miss "good" Russell but I'm really wondering who Galu is going to choose as their new leader! :shrug:

[juliekan]

Did they own the wells or did they lease the mineral rights to an oil company to drill on their land? Most oil companys do not own the land they drill on, they lease the mineral rights from the land owners.

Good point. they leased for mineral rights.

[warhorse46]

I have a hard time believing a multi millionaire would be missing a tooth, especially one that shows every time he smiles. I think that's as big a lie as his being from New Orleans is.


It is possible that he has some expensive bridge work that he chose not to wear during his time on the Island for fear of it getting damaged.

[warhorse46]

Good point. they leased for mineral rights.




We have done that in the past too, unfortunately no oil was ever discovered on any of our land :sad:

[StarShine]

It is possible that he has some expensive bridge work that he chose not to wear during his time on the Island for fear of it getting damaged.

If he had a lot of money why not fixed bridge work or implants?

[Riverwalk!]

Jeff's blog

http://popwatch.ew.com/2009/10/23/jeff-probst-blogs-survivor-samoa-episode-6/

video at the bottom with Russell

[nsm]

I have a hard time believing a multi millionaire would be missing a tooth, especially one that shows every time he smiles. I think that's as big a lie as his being from New Orleans is.

my thought exactly!

[birdwatch]

I felt so bad for good Russel...He really worked hard and gave it his all. maybe a little to much.

In the beginning of Survivor it said Russel (the bad one) was a multi millionair...not just a millionair...He doesnt look like a multi millionair...but then looks can be deceiving. Russell is deceiving, lol. I swear - I'll bet the guy lives in a trailer. Or maybe its just that the other fellow, with the same name, in that town lives in a trailer. yeah, that's it.

I sure hope in the end that "good" Russell wins the viewer popularity award. I would just love that for him and for his family.

[Riverwalk!]

Previews for tonight:

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=YE3DDKULj1QBNkmT5ZoJ3ogyVDIuk2_z

Challenge

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=YUInNBDAvzjHUYreI2e27HhAiOj8ORD2

[juliekan]

Yikes, big storm coming through, no tv!!

[sunstar]

I'm watching!!! :biggrin:

[juliekan]

I'm watching!!! :biggrin:

yea!! for you....know if i can get this on the computer?

[sunstar]

yea!! for you....know if i can get this on the computer?

They don't have it online unless somebody puts it on youtube. :sad: It was good tonight! We'll chat about it after the west coast gets to watch. :biggrin:

[Riverwalk!]

Episode is online now

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/

[juliekan]

Thank you, RW :smile:

[Sun]

Tribal merge, is it going to happen this next episode?

[birdwatch]

Tribal merge, is it going to happen this next episode? I hope it takes another week. "Good" Russel's tribe needs time to regroup in his absence. imo But whenever - it will be fun to see how "evil" Russell fares with the other tribe after the merge, won't it?

[Sun]

I hope it takes another week. "Good" Russel's tribe needs time to regroup in his absence. imo But whenever - it will be fun to see how "evil" Russell fares with the other tribe after the merge, won't it?

Yes it will be "fun" to see how evil Russell decides to stir up problems within the Galu tribe members.

[Riverwalk!]

Jeff's blog

http://popwatch.ew.com/2009/10/30/jeff-probst-blogs-survivor-samoa-episode-7/

All He!! Breaks Loose (Preview for next week)
http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=5Wl4vR9p_gJENkgM__EPxpPyh6FUKQFI

More Previews
http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?pid=uqmstFFFzyHDkNhoV_WhpUhwIh2orgf5
:lol:

9 "Secret Scenes"
http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/collections/survivor_samoa_secret_scenes/

[sunstar]

Tribal merge, is it going to happen this next episode?

I was wondering that too after seeing the preview ~ no more "yellow Foa Foa".

[sunstar]

I hope it takes another week. "Good" Russel's tribe needs time to regroup in his absence. imo But whenever - it will be fun to see how "evil" Russell fares with the other tribe after the merge, won't it?

I'm ready for the merge. There's hardly anything left of Foa Foa now anyway so let Russell have fun with Galu!! :biggrin:

[Sun]

I'm ready for the merge. There's hardly anything left of Foa Foa now anyway so let Russell have fun with Galu!! :biggrin:

It looks like all four Foa Foa members will make it to the merge. I just watched a preview for the next episode, and it looks like a merge happens!

[Sun]

I have to think that the men of the old Galu tribe will be wanting to get rid of Russell first thing. Will Russell be playing his immunity idol, just in case?

I can't remember. Is it Eric that has the other immunity idol? Who on the old Galu tribe do you think that Russell will target first to get voted out?

[sunstar]

I have to think that the men of the old Galu tribe will be wanting to get rid of Russell first thing. Will Russell be playing his immunity idol, just in case?

I can't remember. Is it Eric that has the other immunity idol? Who on the old Galu tribe do you think that Russell will target first to get voted out?

I think it's Eric, but I'm really not sure. I think he'll go after Shambo. He only likes the "stupid" (his words) women that he thinks he can manipulate. :laugh:

[nsm]

Can anyone tell me why a rich oil business owner would be walking around with a missing tooth? Russell IRKS me and I would love to see him go. :thumbsup:

[sunstar]

Can anyone tell me why a rich oil business owner would be walking around with a missing tooth? Russell IRKS me and I would love to see him go. :thumbsup:

LOL ~ I've wondered a lot of things about him, like why is he even on the show except to stir up trouble!! :laugh:

[nsm]

jasoison is really cute.

[nsm]

ha ha back to the drawing board russell!!

[birdwatch]

sure hate getting home late for this. Sounds like Evil Russel has been working hard in camp to impress the other tribe members. Darn he played the immunity idol. Hope it was wasted.

Yup LOL He used it and didn't need it. Yay! Ha ha on him.

[nsm]

sure hate getting home late for this. Sounds like Evil Russel has been working hard in camp to impress the other tribe members. Darn he played the immunity idol. Hope it was wasted.

Yup LOL He used it and didn't need it. Yay! Ha ha on him.

ha ha russell. hope he is next!!

[birdwatch]

Can anyone tell me why a rich oil business owner would be walking around with a missing tooth? Russell IRKS me and I would love to see him go. :thumbsup: Posters have checked on him by name in his little town in TX. It could be that there's another guy with his exact same name: the residence is in a part of town where its mostly trailors. Seems right to me - he looks like a trailer guy, imo. Bet he owns a little towing company. I can just see him with a rusty old tow-truck hauling junkers, lol.

[sunstar]

ha ha back to the drawing board russell!!

No kidding! He's not as smart as he thinks, imo. :laugh:

[Sun]

What a blindside! I loved it! What was just as sweet, was watching Russell's fear. He sure didn't know how the vote was going to go down.

I was so disappointed in such a wimpy immunity challenge.

[sunstar]

What a blindside! I loved it! What was just as sweet, was watching Russell's fear. He sure didn't know how the vote was going to go down.

I was so disappointed in such a wimpy immunity challenge.

I loved it too!!! :laugh: And I agree about the immunity challenge.

[flipflop]

Can anyone tell me why a rich oil business owner would be walking around with a missing tooth? Russell IRKS me and I would love to see him go. :thumbsup:

I wondered that too!. At least I haven't seen those nasty grey underwear in awhile. Wonder who gave him the hint those were less than flattering. :tongueside:

[W_D_1]

The first episode of Ponderosa is up. I loved tonight's show. The blindside was great.

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?vs=Ponderosa

[sunbunny]

Can anyone tell me why a rich oil business owner would be walking around with a missing tooth? Russell IRKS me and I would love to see him go. :thumbsup:

he irks me too, but i thought i'd give him the benefit of the doubt and say "even RICH people may be afraid of dentists!!" :lol:

i think he's just one of the reality TV plants to stir up some drama and "hate." reality TV nowadays is not like it used to be, IMO. most of the folks seem to be "hand-picked." all i know is... if i ever decide to apply for one, i will wear a Shambo wig coz that makes for good TV!!! :w00t:

in any event... i'm glad Eric was booted. i couldn't stand that arrogant nut job.

[warhorse46]

ha ha back to the drawing board russell!!



His world sure took a turn last night but his plan worked in the end. He kept all of his tribe there & voted out one of the opposing tribe. That is what he wanted all along. I think he was an idiot for telling everyone he had the immunity idole tho. As much as I dislike him & his arrogant attitude, he sure knows how to play this game.

[Crispy]

I don't know what's wrong with me. I just can't get into this season. I've watched every episode, but I just don't care. I just don't care who wins or who goes home. I can barely remember which girl is which. I can't even muster up the energy to hate Russell because frankly there's one every season.

I guess I'll keep watching. At least I still have Jeff.

[sunstar]

His world sure took a turn last night but his plan worked in the end. He kept all of his tribe there & voted out one of the opposing tribe. That is what he wanted all along. I think he was an idiot for telling everyone he had the immunity idole tho. As much as I dislike him & his arrogant attitude, he sure knows how to play this game.

Let's just hope for his sake though that this wasn't a huge mistake on his part! He sure misjudged who was going to get voted out. :biggrin:

[juliekan]

I don't know what's wrong with me. I just can't get into this season. I've watched every episode, but I just don't care. I just don't care who wins or who goes home. I can barely remember which girl is which. I can't even muster up the energy to hate Russell because frankly there's one every season.

I guess I'll keep watching. At least I still have Jeff.

We noticed we still don't even know most of the people's names...:huh:

[nsm]

His world sure took a turn last night but his plan worked in the end. He kept all of his tribe there & voted out one of the opposing tribe. That is what he wanted all along. I think he was an idiot for telling everyone he had the immunity idole tho. As much as I dislike him & his arrogant attitude, he sure knows how to play this game.

I was happy he used the idol. He really did not need to. haha. You ever think its possible this show is some how predetermined to make good tv and ratings?

[Sun]

I was happy he used the idol. He really did not need to. haha. You ever think its possible this show is some how predetermined to make good tv and ratings?

Sure. People are cast into "roles" and they are no doubt provided with a script. I just get so tired of the same old "roles" every single Survivor.

[shiloh2000]

Whats happened to Riverwalk and all our sneak peaks?


Here's a video of Ponderosa

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?vs=Ponderosa

[Riverwalk!]

Whats happened to Riverwalk and all our sneak peaks?


Here's a video of Ponderosa

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/video/?vs=Ponderosa

Oops sorry. No one seemed to care or read. No one even posted about tonights show. I'll do better this week. lol

[juliekan]

thank you RW :biggrin:and Shiloh

tonight was the best show so far this year imo.

[Sun]

The old Galu tribe members who voted for Russell all looked completely clueless as to which one of them would be voted out. And Kelly was infuriated!

Who is going to be the first from the old Galu tribe to try to buddy up with the old Fao Fao tribe (besides Shambo)?

[Roux]

thank you RW :biggrin:and Shiloh

tonight was the best show so far this year imo.

Oh law me, my jaw dropped when Russell found that idol! He may be a stinker but you have to hand it to him for industriousness. I have to agree with him on Laura; I do not like her.