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Bonbonlover
Member
07-13-2000
| Sunday, November 15, 2009 - 7:36 pm
just thinking out loud here...since Jeff Probst explained that the reason he previously has not asked if anyone had the idol was that its existence was supposed to be secret from the contestants who hadn’t seen the clues. He said that they were all informed at the beginning of filming that before counting the votes he would pause long enough to allow anyone holding an idol to volunteer to use it. Now this week we saw that Jeff did ask at Tribal Counsel if anyone wanted had and wanted to use the idol.... What made this past week different than other weeks?? Do they ask the HII holder if they are going to be using it at TC? if so, doesn't that tip them off that they may need to use it???
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Konamouse
Member
07-16-2001
| Monday, November 16, 2009 - 4:09 am
Just thinking out loud also. Maybe since the clue was given at the reward so at least 4 people knew about it. So from this point forward I guess he'll be asking?

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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Monday, November 16, 2009 - 5:24 am
I still think he asks at ALL TCs but the editors dont show it unless it will have an impact
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Brenda1966
Member
07-03-2002
| Monday, November 16, 2009 - 7:47 am
I believe Jeff when he says he didn't ask at the earlier tribals because the existence of the hidden idols was still a secret. I'm guessing he's asking now because Idols have been played, so everyone does know they are part of the game.
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Happymom
Member
01-20-2003
| Monday, November 16, 2009 - 8:47 am
Brenda, I agree. They all know about the idols because Russell played it at TC. After Eric was elim., Jeff announced (in a different show) that the idol would be put back into play.
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Bonbonlover
Member
07-13-2000
| Monday, November 16, 2009 - 9:04 am
but... but... but I thought that no one knew that Eric left with an idol in his pocket. Then after Russell played his HII#1 Jeff did not say anything about re-circulating. Then, when the group won the reward they were given clues that the idol was back in play... they were going to keep that info to themselves and they, well at least Dave, was certain that Russ wouldn't think of looking for another idol... So the ones left behind supposedly knew nothing of the idol being hidden again... ( 'cept for Russ who is always on the lookout)
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Brenda1966
Member
07-03-2002
| Monday, November 16, 2009 - 9:17 am
Right, so if no one knew that Eric left with the idol, they might have thought the one from that camp was still available to be played after seeing Russ play his. After Russ played his, everyone knew there was an idol hidden in each camp, so there should have been 2 to play. I don't think Jeff asking about it was a give away that Russ's idol had been re-hidden. Russ assumed that from watching past seasons.
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Monday, November 16, 2009 - 5:44 pm
Russell was looking for the idol Eric had in his pocket when he left. Russell found the idol Russell had just played - after production re-hid it. Russell correctly reasoned that there had originally been an idol in each camp, and as far as he knew, nobody at Galu had found it, so he was looking for that one. Dang, I thought I posted this hours ago. Maybe I did, LOL.
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Naja
Member
06-28-2003
| Friday, December 11, 2009 - 5:13 pm
I actually had a little crush on Dave Ball until I listened to both parts of his interview at EW with Jenna and Dalton. I thought the unpleasant parts of his personalty were from starving and pressure, and by now he should be over it. Not. Part 2 starts automatically after part 1. http://popwatch.ew.com/2009/12/11/survivor-talk-samoa-dave/
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Friday, December 11, 2009 - 5:57 pm
Russell deserves to win just because everyone else is dumb dumb dumb. Here is Russell wearing the immunity necklace around his neck and he didnt use it, they should have taken the chance and voted him out, classic tv. almost like Marcellas in BB not using his veto. I dont like Russell but I am rooting for him because everyone else blew it this week.
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Bonbonlover
Member
07-13-2000
| Friday, December 11, 2009 - 6:11 pm
Naja... I agree with you. Dave came off as a total jerk on that interview with Dalton.
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Lilfair
Member
07-09-2003
| Friday, December 11, 2009 - 7:11 pm
It seems like there is more trash talking of one another this season than there has been in the past.
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Texasdeb
Member
05-23-2003
| Friday, December 11, 2009 - 8:00 pm
OK - everyone knew that there was a chance the Rus had IO "again" and they did NO real bonding of trying to "flush" it. Why didn't someone else step up and take a leadership and make a move? Rus wasn't afraid to show everyone - including the jury - that he had it & wouldn't be afraid to play it. Rus may not win, but he sure has played a different game than we've ever seen. I can't wait from one wk to the next to see what he's going to do next.
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Jezzedout
Member
09-07-2006
| Friday, December 11, 2009 - 9:01 pm
Naja and Bon... so glad to hear your comments about Dave. I've seen / heard the EW interview, and read others he gave to RNO and RealityWanted. His comments on EW seem almost tame compared to his comments about Shambo in some of the other interviews. I understand that Dave and Shambo didn't mesh, and that 30 days on an island with someone you don't care for can wear on your nerves, but the game is over and Dave's comments are offensive and over the top. He repeatedly refers to her as "mentally ill", "deranged" and "schizophrenic." As far as I know, Dave doesn't have a degree in psychology, therefore, he is not qualified to proclaim Shambo as mentally ill. I find his behavior offensive; and his overuse of slangs, outdated ponytail, and references to himself in the third person annoying. I hope Shambo gives him a dose of his own medicine when she gets a chance to do her post-show interviews.
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 12:38 pm
Agreed, really obnoxious interviews (Dave). Blaming everybody but himself for his failure to win the million dollars.
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Jezzedout
Member
09-07-2006
| Monday, December 14, 2009 - 8:40 am
Viewing parties? Just curious whether anyone knows about any viewing parties for the finale in the LA area? They used to be fairly commonplace in the early seasons, but not so much anymore. Pretty much every one of my friends who used to watch the show gave it up many seasons ago; I'm the last hold old and will never stop watching as it's my favorite show and what I consider my version of competitive sports. I'm so jazzed with this season I want to share the fun on finale night. I'm in Los Angeles and would love to do the finale with other excited fans. Anyone have any info on events in the area?
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Bonbonlover
Member
07-13-2000
| Monday, December 14, 2009 - 4:40 pm
so if we have 6 castaways left (Brett, Jaison, Shambo, Russell, Natalie & Mick) and one leaving thursday... does that mean we go into Sunday with 5 castaways? That seems like a lot.
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Jezzedout
Member
09-07-2006
| Monday, December 14, 2009 - 6:05 pm
Hey all, Further to my post above about viewing parties in LA... I discovered a few moments ago that there is a viewing party in LA for the Thursday night episode. The event is at the Hollywood Renaissance and is being advertised as being attended by lots of current and former Survivor players / cast. The cost is $20 and supports a charity, I believe the breast cancer charity backed by Jenn from Pulau. I'm not clear whether tickets are still available, but will be checking into it and will post an update as soon as I have clarification on that. In the meantime, I'm wondering if any LA area TVCHers would be interested in meeting up for this event? The event opens at 6pm, and FYI, they will be raffling tickets to the Finale! I don't usually do "fan" events, but it supports a worthwhile charity, and, well, damn it... I am a Survivor fan!! Shout out of you're interested and available and if tix are still available we can figure out a way to coordinate a meet up. Thanks!! (PS... Wasn't sure where else to post this, but if mods think it's more appropriate to be in a different thread, please feel free to relocate it. Thanks!)
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Monday, December 14, 2009 - 7:10 pm
Jezz, very cool!!! thanks for finding the info!!! I would love to go to this but doubt it due to work. I'm going to take the info to my work friends and see if they would be interested, if I can get some carpoolers I may do it. Gotta root on my Russell!
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Jezzedout
Member
09-07-2006
| Monday, December 14, 2009 - 8:09 pm
Oh too bad Pamy. I know you and I share an enthusiasm for Russell. Would have been fun! Still hoping someone else might be into it.
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 5:15 am
Did you find out if there are still tix?
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Jezzedout
Member
09-07-2006
| Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 8:12 am
Hey Pamy, Yes, got an email back last night but have not responded yet. Tix are available! I am informed that we will no longer qualify for the raffle for the finale tix as that has already been awarded. Other prizes remain that will be awarded on site, but not the finale tix. Any chance you're thinking about going?
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 8:26 pm
I did ask my co-workers and they had plans for this week, I live in the Inland Empire so I wouldnt want to drive all way home alone. If we hear of a viewing party for next survivor in Feb and we have a little more notice then I could go. Seamonkey usually loves to go to these things and she is closer than me. Jezz, I would love to hang out with you and root our Russell on!!! looks like we will have to wait til Feb/Mar....but if you go we will want updates and pics!!!
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Jezzedout
Member
09-07-2006
| Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 5:00 pm
Pamy... group event for next season would be great fun! On a different note... despite what my member profile indicates, I've actually been hanging around on this forum since BB1 (I had to recreate my account at some point in '06). The point is, I always thought Seamonkey was a man!! LOL!! Anyway, it turns out I don't think I'm going to be able to attend the event either, but am all for organizing something for S20. Let's do it!! ((-:
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 6:21 pm
Sounds great!!!! Seamonkey is a special lady that you will adore when you meet her! 
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