Survivor: One World!!!!

Guys vs. Gals this season.

Not sure how that will fare but it's a first.

See you all next season and thanks for yet another great thread to come, Jenny.
 
Guys vs. Gals this season.

Not sure how that will fare but it's a first.

See you all next season and thanks for yet another great thread to come, Jenny.

Didn't they start out that way once before? Or was that Repubs vs. Dems, or East coast vs. West coast, or Network vs. Cable.

I'm getting old.
 
Guys vs. Gals this season.
Not sure how that will fare but it's a first.
See you all next season and thanks for yet another great thread to come, Jenny.

You're very welcome, Morcheeba! Hope to see you drop by the thread during
the season once it gets underway! :)
 
Subscribed. Just glanced at cast bios, no one jumps out right now.
 
Subscribed. Just glanced at cast bios, no one jumps out right now.

Welcome back, MNGuy! Looking forward to your analysis re: if any compare to a
certain past Survivor that you love very very much ;) :devil:
 
Redemption Island is GONE this season! How do you feel about that? I'm glad. I never liked it.

Also how do you think having everyone at the same camp will affect things? I think it will make things far more interesting. I hope I'm right. I mean men and women have to mingle, right?

Without someone like Rob to united one of the teams and keep the teams separate, there has to be some cross pollination of some sort. Right?

I also anticipate some meanness. Cause some people suck like me and others spit.

Contestants:

Greg Smith (64)

I am not fond of elective plastic surgery. I think it's an epidemic in this country and it's often an ugly one, even if your survive. That's being said, I like the looks and facts of this guy (I tend to pull for the older contestants), other than him being a plastic surgeon and clearly having $$$$$$.

Kourtney Moon (29)

I like that she has a real down to earth job of Motorcycle Repair. She seems like she has been hurt a lot. So I'd be surprised if she wasn't very reactive and didn't go early. I like that she needs the money. I tend to pull for people who need the money.

Kim Spradlin (29)

She seems a bit privileged and "out there" but sincere. It will be interesting to see what she does on the show. Can she walk the walk that her talk would indicate or not? Particularly with regards to treating people with respect.

Leif Manson (27)

Phlebotomist is a real job but not one that will make you rich as a general rule so I'm sure he could use the money. He looks very short. I wonder how his fellow contestants will treat him? We saw with the artificial leg girl that some were outright MEAN to her. That was appalling to me. So, um, underdog. I'll be pulling for him.

FYI, I pull for people until such time as they act like jerks. He has a history of people backstabbing him so like Kourney, (who it seems also had parents that couldn't spell, poor girl.), I suspect he will be the type to blow up and get butt hurt over things. It's very difficult to out run or change your reactions to emotional wounds when you've been treated that way.

Matt Quinlan (33)

Okay, first of all if he really took his career and commitment to clients and if he had any clients he wouldn't be coming on the show. I'm not fond of lawyers. Starting your own firm sounds great but he probably hasn't got any business or much. Either that or he is so successful he has enough others working there to cover for him. Unlikely.

He lives in San Fran. I'm jealous and hate him now. LOL

He plays golf. (barf)

Sooo egotistical see below:

SURVIVOR Contestant You Are Most Like: I have seen a lot of Survivor and can’t recall a past contestant that reminds me of myself, so I have to answer this question with “nobody.” I don’t plan on playing this game like any past Survivor. In fact, if someone’s plan is to play like a past contestant they are probably both in-over-their-heads and in-real-trouble. If I have it my way, I will be playing a bold, evolved and innovative game that I hope takes Survivor game play to its inevitable next level.

He is on my shit list, until and unless, he proves himself to be nicer than I expect.

Michael Jefferson (30)

Normally I would say I don't think much of bankers BUT he was the first in his family to make it through college so I like that!

His Dad is his hero, that's awesome!

Hehehe! I bet he DOESN'T REALLY know how to keep his mouth shut. LOL

I like him so far.

Monica Culpepper (41)

Really?!? Occupation: Ex-NFL Player’s Wife LMBO!

I can relate however to being older, being a stay at home wife and mother and needing to do something for yourself. That's why I applied for the first Survivor.

I suspect she'll be someone who blows up though. We shall see.

Nina Acosta (51)

*Prediction* First out. Police officers and older, particularly female contestants don't tend to do well on this show.

You speak your mind like Sue Hawk? Oh yeah. You are dead in the water lady.

Stephenie LaGrossa was hawt!

"I want to prove that a 50+ year-old woman can compete." You go girl. I like you so far despite your obvious issues.

Note that means, yes, I expect the women to lose the first time. However, if the show's production team stacks the deck as it so often seems like they do, I could be wrong.

Sabrina Thompson (33)

Congrats on your non profit. You might want to say what it does!

Note: there are too many google results. Hmm, let me work on it.

Okay by adding her name and sifting through and/or past the survivor links I came up with this:

http://citygirlsherine.blogspot.com/2011/11/out-about-3rd-annual-ween-awards-with.html

"Women in Entertainment Empowerment Network, is a non-profit group of women and men that support and promote a positive portrayal of women in entertainment and society." Okay. But wha?!? She is a high school teacher? So, how does this compute? Something is missing there.

Oh wait! Here it is: "I used to book guests for talk shows."

One of her three words to describe herself is Blunt. Not a good sign. Plus, let's just say it, being a black teacher in the past hasn't been a good thing. Remember the food stealing, lying bitch from a couple of seasons ago?

I don't give her much of a chance honestly.

Troy Robertson (50)

He looks like he could be a swim suit model instead of photographer. You go!

Okay. He is clearly insane check this bit out: Personal Claim to Fame: Adopting and raising my family of 12 marmoset monkeys.

You've seen the shows on TV. People who "adopt" monkeys are NUTS. Just sayin'.

Okay, what kind of pet peeve is this? Women with manly hands. Now he needs some slapping. People can't help the kind of hands they are born with! Jerk.

Digging the hole deeper this guy says his reason for being on the show: "I need this challenge for myself more than you will ever know! I want to know “how” and “who” I am in a major competition like this. This show is all I have thought about and concentrated on in the past 11 years!!! I need to know dreams come true."

Yikes!

And:

"I believe it’s my destiny. Truthfully, because I believe 100% that Survivor was created for me. I’ve been waiting 10 years and nothing will stop me! I have the skills and energy for every single category played on Survivor. There is not a single person on this planet more suited for this adventure!"

This guy is a privileged kook. Sure he may have some outdoor skills but he'll also be talking about the time headhunters kidnapped him off the amazon river. I'm thinking he is a Coach / Ozzie hybrid.

Kat Edorsson (22)

Okay. First of all I HATE her profession. So, yeah, a big minus there. If you buy a timeshare I'll "date" you. Yeah. That's what I'm thinking her job is.

Check this out: "Although I only work part time, I am a top producer at my company." I'll be you are a top producer.

And this: "I am not the average girl who has a normal hero. Essentially, if I were normal I would either choose Abraham Lincoln or Donald Trump, but my hero is fiction. Her name is Xena. She is the warrior princess, who serves as my alter ego. In her series, she changes from simple farm girl to an Amazon warrior, recognizing and pursing challenges for the greater good. She is my hero and I could only wish I can be half the woman she is. "

The jokes just write themselves don't they? Too easy!

Pet Peeve: "girly girls"

Um, have you looked in the mirror? Self hate is soooo uggles!

and another Pet Peeve: "small children with leashes" (Because children should never been controlled or dominated by their parents, right? Or wait! Are the kids trying to leash other? Sick.)

She must have been listening in when a previous contestant mentioned the leashes. LOL

It will be interesting to see if she is half the fictional character she claims to be.

Jonas Otsuji (37)

Sushi Chef , I likie! Sushi is yummilious!

Claim to fame: "Making a name for myself as a Sushi Chef two years after going bankrupt and losing everything." Wow. Just. Wow.

Contestant You Are Most Like: "Fabio. I'm perceived as being very care free on the outside, but on the inside I'm an intense competitor."

Dude. You are so not like Fabio. At least not on the hottie scale.

Jay Byars (25)

Okay. Super Jesus Freak. That's not my flavor. I sure hope we don't have a re-run of the out of control, selfish god squad from last season.

I do like his fav players.

I don't like his pet peeves. "Smacking gum, bad breath and clingy texters." Okay, I don't like any of those either but seriously those are your PET Peeves?

We shall see how far he gets.

Colton Cumbie (21)

Aww, another underdog due to his orientation. Southern people tend to do pretty well on the show though.

And I LOVE that he loves his grandmother / grand Aunt! LOVE!

Check these out:

SURVIVOR Contestant You Are Most Like: "As far as my personality goes I would be a mix of Queen Parvati, Corinne and JT. I embody three of their distinctive traits; heartlessness (in a loveable way), low tolerance for trash and that people hate me but still want to be my best friend."

Hmm, we shall see.

and this:

Why You Think You’ll “Survive” SURVIVOR: "I live my life as I if I’m playing Survivor! I have a strategy for everything. Hell, the way I got my boyfriend was a strategy."

That comment is likely to lose him some goodwill. It feeds into folks fears that you can be manipulated into being gay or your child can.

And finally:

"I would love nothing more than to see my verbally abusive stepdad’s reaction when I win a million dollars on national TV. "

Good luck buddy. You'll need it.

Christina Cha (29)

Career Consultant is an interesting profession.

Not a good sign I'm thinking: SURVIVOR Contestant You Are Most Like: "Kristina on Redemption Island because she likes to take the lead and stands up for herself. I’m the same way. My sense of humor, though, is very sarcastic and dry like Francesca Hogi."

Second out?

Interesting: Inspiration in Life: "Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi with his inspiration of enrollment and empowerment in transforming people in non-violence movement and Winston Churchill. I know they contradict. However, he is one of the most sophisticated and insightful politicians who will go down in history as one of the world’s most admired leaders."

What? And What?? Reason for Being on SURVIVOR: "I want to play the game because I know I can do it and it looks like so much fun! I also hope this show will bring my family closer together.

LOL! Why You Think You’ll “Survive” SURVIVOR: "I’m very great at delegating, instructing, leading, organizing and problem solving. I can build a fire, fish, spear fish (sort of) and build shelter."

Aww: Why You Think You Will Be the Sole SURVIVOR: "Survivor needs a funny, goofy and cute Asian girl! It’s time to represent."

Chelsea Meissner (26)

Medical Sales does that mean, "legal drug pusher?" 1000 demerits!

Horseback riding always comes into play on Survivor. She is sure to win. Yeah. Right.

Aww, her mom is her inspiration. That's sweet and well placed!

Golf? Ugh. 10 demerits.

Strong redneck side, yeah that's going to help you soooo much.

Sounds like she thinks she has good outdoor skills that could be interesting to watch. It's certainly rare for a female on the show. At least one who stays long.

Bill Posley (28)

Okay. I think he is cute. I like his job though he probably makes jack at that and works little.

Love that he is the first male to go to college in his family.

Love that his grandfather is his inspiration!

Ex military? Really? Hmm, Phillip - ish? Much? Or really? Can you prove it? Will Survivor care enough to substantiate it better than some woman in the audience standing up and saying, "Yep. I knew him."

Alicia Rosa (25)

Special Ed Teacher aww!

Can't find any hero's in life. Hmm, sounds pretty cautious and jaded.

Hobbies: spending money? Oh no. Demerits aplenty.

Hehehe! Good luck on the show with this: Pet Peeves: "Bad manners (burping, farting), rushing and people who talk about themselves." I'm willing to guess you and EVERYONE will do all of those things at least once during the time you are on the show.

Really?!? Well then, aren't you something? Why You Think You Will Be the Sole SURVIVOR: "People will underestimate me because of my good looks and I will show everyone how powerful I can be by using them to my advantage. "

And

SURVIVOR Contestant You Are Most Like: "Jenna Morasca from season six because she was the under dog; though she wasn’t necessarily strong but definitely a strategist." You are no Jenna but good luck.


So in conclusion:

Michael Jefferson for the win.

I predict the ladies will lose the first two (at least) challenges unless the producers go way out of their way to make sure they win.

Monica Culpepper first out.

Christina Cha second out.

:rose:
 
Can't believe it's almost that time again!:eek:

Thanks, Jen, for starting us out here.:rose:
 
Here's Jen's new thread!

;) ;)


Where's Jen's new thread?

They showed a preview during the playoffs.

One beach, no Redemption, saw no celebs, men versus women, not much more information, but they interviewed one guy in a pink shirt from the women's team and he looked like he could throw down a righteous hissy, my nomination for first off...




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