Survivor: Cook Islands cast announced

Maple Leafs · 08-23-2006, 12:10 PM

Cast is here:
http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor13/

And this is the twist for the year...
http://jam.canoe.ca/Television/2006/...771468-ca.html

This can't end well, can it?

Mizzou B-ball fan · 08-23-2006, 12:20 PM

Now if we get a Middle Eastern tribe on the island, then we have a show!

tanglewood · 08-23-2006, 12:22 PM

When will people learn Hispanic = Caucasian

BrianD · 08-23-2006, 12:23 PM

Race seems to pop up in most Survivor seasons, but making a deal out of it right from the start seems like a bad idea.

Does this seem like an older cast than normal? Most players seem to be 28 or older. I thought there was usually a handful of low-20s players.

wade moore · 08-23-2006, 12:23 PM

There are several things about this cast that bother me, outside of the gimmick...

13 of 20 are from CA with 7 of those from LA?!

and then even outside of the LA people there are a TON of entertainers.

Part of what makes survivor great imo is the diverse people they have and the "regular joe" factor.

rkmsuf · 08-23-2006, 12:26 PM

ANH-TUAN “CAO BOI” BUI (Pronounced Cowboy), 42, Christianburg, Va., Nail Salon Manager.

wade moore · 08-23-2006, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by rkmsuf

ANH-TUAN “CAO BOI” BUI (Pronounced Cowboy), 42, Christianburg, Va., Nail Salon Manager.

FWIW, that's basically right next to Virginia Tech.

Edit: Not the Salon, but Christiansburg, VA is the next town over from Blacksburg.

LloydLungs · 08-23-2006, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by wade moore

There are several things about this cast that bother me, outside of the gimmick...

13 of 20 are from CA with 7 of those from LA?!

and then even outside of the LA people there are a TON of entertainers.

Part of what makes survivor great imo is the diverse people they have and the "regular joe" factor.

They've been going this direction for some time, but this is as bad as it's gotten. Probst even talked last season about how Cirie reminded the casting department how great the regular joe casting decisions can turn out. Guess they forgot already.

As for the racial thing, my problem with that is the greater possibility of unusually tight lasting alliances, which tend to be no fun to watch. Survivor's most fun when people alliance-hop. I think a lot of these players will feel some extra pressure not to turn on their original tribes.

But yes, a Middle Eastern tribe would have made it all worth it.

Lorena · 08-23-2006, 01:32 PM

Well that was a ridiculous twist. I got all excited when I saw the mixed cast but they're gonna be grouped up?

I'll still watch though

Toddzilla · 08-23-2006, 01:43 PM

Here's what else we need:

Gay Tribe
1337 haXX0rz Tribe
Amish Tribe
Homeless Person Tribe
Porn Star Tribe
Morbidly Obese Tribe
Rich Kids Tribe

Maple Leafs · 08-23-2006, 01:47 PM

Keep in mind that, as per past seasons, they will make a big deal out of this for weeks and then have these tribes together for like seven minutes before merging them into new tribes.

rkmsuf · 08-23-2006, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Toddzilla

Here's what else we need:

Gay Tribe
1337 haXX0rz Tribe
Amish Tribe
Homeless Person Tribe
Porn Star Tribe
Morbidly Obese Tribe
Rich Kids Tribe

Bring on the tribe of pigmen!

Joe · 08-23-2006, 06:32 PM

I'm not too excited about this season's Survivor: California.

Fuck it, I probably wont even watch since the Office got moved to when survivor is on.

Lathum · 08-23-2006, 07:04 PM

it appears survivor has jumped the shark with this cast...

Lathum · 08-23-2006, 07:04 PM

dola. woodcock, hehe

Galaril · 08-24-2006, 06:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lathum

it appears survivor has jumped the shark with this cast...

My thoughts as well.

jbmagic · 08-24-2006, 07:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe

I'm not too excited about this season's Survivor: California.

Fuck it, I probably wont even watch since the Office got moved to when survivor is on.

Get a Tivo

Joe · 08-24-2006, 07:22 PM

why? waste of money when I use my computer as a DVR. but I don't want to watch this season.

GO BLACK TEAM!

Maple Leafs · 08-24-2006, 07:39 PM

This will be interesting, since presumably it will mark the first time in history that an Asian on a reality TV show isn't a karate expert. Maybe they'll even have real personalities!

(I still would have had a Jewish and a Palestinian tribe, though.)

Dr. Sak · 08-24-2006, 07:40 PM

The cast member Becky I have actually met. She was at my good friend's wedding and he rents his house from her parents. Maybe I'll actually watch this one.

Toddzilla · 08-24-2006, 08:04 PM

It is pretty sad that, when CBS *finally* decide to cast a diverse show that isn't 90% white, that they do it as a stunt. As if non-white people couldn't be interesting or hold an audience. Fuck CBS.

Young Drachma · 08-24-2006, 11:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toddzilla

It is pretty sad that, when CBS *finally* decide to cast a diverse show that isn't 90% white, that they do it as a stunt. As if non-white people couldn't be interesting or hold an audience. Fuck CBS.

Very good point.

AgustusM · 08-25-2006, 01:29 AM

stupid, stupid, stupid

I think the jump the shark reference is dead on.

kingfc22 · 08-25-2006, 03:05 AM

This will probably be the lowest rated season they have. The premise is ridiculous.

Poli · 08-25-2006, 03:17 AM

There's a dire need for a FOFC tribe.

Toddzilla · 08-25-2006, 08:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kingfc22

This will probably be the lowest rated season they have. The premise is ridiculous.

On the contrary, I bet the ratings will be huge, and I hope it is a huge ratings success. Not for the stunt, mind you, but to show the suits at CBS that non-white people can be entertaining and draw an audience - a concept they haven't picked up on yet.

Ksyrup · 08-25-2006, 08:10 AM

I can't believe this is going to be Season 13. I think I watched part of season 2 and parts of seasons 4 and 5 (maybe). For whatever reason, I can watch the trashiest reality shows on TV, but the one that's supposedly the best doesn't interest me in the least. Hell, I think Big Brother 7 is way better than any Survivor I've watched. And I thought Big Brother really sucked until this season.

jbmagic · 08-25-2006, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ksyrup

I can't believe this is going to be Season 13. I think I watched part of season 2 and parts of seasons 4 and 5 (maybe). For whatever reason, I can watch the trashiest reality shows on TV, but the one that's supposedly the best doesn't interest me in the least. Hell, I think Big Brother 7 is way better than any Survivor I've watched. And I thought Big Brother really sucked until this season.

Big Brother 7 All stars is awesome.

Dr Will is a genuis at the game. Looks like he going to win it again.

Ksyrup · 08-25-2006, 12:40 PM

Will/Boogie should have been declared the winners weeks ago and split the prize.

jbmagic · 08-25-2006, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Ksyrup

Will/Boogie should have been declared the winners weeks ago and split the prize.

Chill town already agree they are going split the money and might have a deal with Erica too for the money split if either of them win it.

Desnudo · 08-25-2006, 01:30 PM

Assuming random Americans will stick together just because they are the same race is dumb. Maybe that happens on a larger scale, but in personal relationships I doubt it will happen as much as the producers probably think.

LloydLungs · 08-25-2006, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Desnudo

Assuming random Americans will stick together just because they are the same race is dumb.

True, but these are not random Americans; they've all undergone extensive psychological profiling and placed on the show because the producers specifically think they will create drama and conflict with the other people that were cast. Whether the producers want lots of racial division as part of that drama remains to be seen.

Either way, I read that 17 out of 20 cast members were recruited this season. The old "send the tape in and hope you make an impression" method of getting on Survivor appears to be nearly obsolete, being replaced by the "look like a model and get spotted in an L.A. bar by CBS's casting department" method.

AgustusM · 08-25-2006, 05:25 PM

jbmagic · 08-25-2006, 07:28 PM

Hey Fonzie did ok jumping the sharks.

08-23-2006, 12:22 PM	#3
tanglewood College Benchwarmer Join Date: Oct 2004	When will people learn Hispanic = Caucasian Last edited by tanglewood : 08-23-2006 at 12:22 PM.

08-23-2006, 12:26 PM	#6
rkmsuf Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2001	ANH-TUAN “CAO BOI” BUI (Pronounced Cowboy), 42, Christianburg, Va., Nail Salon Manager. __________________ "Don't you have homes?" -- Judge Smales

08-23-2006, 01:47 PM	#11
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	Keep in mind that, as per past seasons, they will make a big deal out of this for weeks and then have these tribes together for like seven minutes before merging them into new tribes. __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

08-24-2006, 07:39 PM	#19
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	This will be interesting, since presumably it will mark the first time in history that an Asian on a reality TV show isn't a karate expert. Maybe they'll even have real personalities! (I still would have had a Jewish and a Palestinian tribe, though.) __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

08-25-2006, 03:05 AM	#24
kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	This will probably be the lowest rated season they have. The premise is ridiculous. __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

08-23-2006, 12:20 PM	#2
Mizzou B-ball fan General Manager Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kansas City, MO	Now if we get a Middle Eastern tribe on the island, then we have a show!

08-23-2006, 12:23 PM	#4
BrianD Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Appleton, WI	Race seems to pop up in most Survivor seasons, but making a deal out of it right from the start seems like a bad idea. Does this seem like an older cast than normal? Most players seem to be 28 or older. I thought there was usually a handful of low-20s players.

08-23-2006, 01:32 PM	#9
Lorena Unregistered Join Date: May 2004	Well that was a ridiculous twist. I got all excited when I saw the mixed cast but they're gonna be grouped up? I'll still watch though

08-23-2006, 01:43 PM	#10
Toddzilla Pro Starter Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Burke, VA	Here's what else we need: Gay Tribe 1337 haXX0rz Tribe Amish Tribe Homeless Person Tribe Porn Star Tribe Morbidly Obese Tribe Rich Kids Tribe

08-23-2006, 06:32 PM	#13
Joe Pro Starter Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Minneapolis	I'm not too excited about this season's Survivor: California. Fuck it, I probably wont even watch since the Office got moved to when survivor is on.

08-23-2006, 07:04 PM	#14
Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	it appears survivor has jumped the shark with this cast...

08-24-2006, 07:22 PM	#18
Joe Pro Starter Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Minneapolis	why? waste of money when I use my computer as a DVR. but I don't want to watch this season. GO BLACK TEAM!

08-24-2006, 07:40 PM	#20
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	The cast member Becky I have actually met. She was at my good friend's wedding and he rents his house from her parents. Maybe I'll actually watch this one.

08-24-2006, 08:04 PM	#21
Toddzilla Pro Starter Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Burke, VA	It is pretty sad that, when CBS finally decide to cast a diverse show that isn't 90% white, that they do it as a stunt. As if non-white people couldn't be interesting or hold an audience. Fuck CBS.

08-25-2006, 01:29 AM	#23
AgustusM College Prospect Join Date: Dec 2003	stupid, stupid, stupid I think the jump the shark reference is dead on.

08-25-2006, 03:17 AM	#25
Poli FOFC Survivor Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Wentzville, MO	There's a dire need for a FOFC tribe. __________________ Cheer for a walk on quarterback! Ardent leads the Vols in the dynasty forum.

08-25-2006, 08:10 AM	#27
Ksyrup This guy has posted so much, his fingers are about to fall off. Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: In Absentia	I can't believe this is going to be Season 13. I think I watched part of season 2 and parts of seasons 4 and 5 (maybe). For whatever reason, I can watch the trashiest reality shows on TV, but the one that's supposedly the best doesn't interest me in the least. Hell, I think Big Brother 7 is way better than any Survivor I've watched. And I thought Big Brother really sucked until this season. __________________ M's pitcher Miguel Batista: "Now, I feel like I've had everything. I've talked pitching with Sandy Koufax, had Kenny G play for me. Maybe if I could have an interview with God, then I'd be served. I'd be complete."

08-25-2006, 12:40 PM	#29
Ksyrup This guy has posted so much, his fingers are about to fall off. Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: In Absentia	Will/Boogie should have been declared the winners weeks ago and split the prize. __________________ M's pitcher Miguel Batista: "Now, I feel like I've had everything. I've talked pitching with Sandy Koufax, had Kenny G play for me. Maybe if I could have an interview with God, then I'd be served. I'd be complete."

08-25-2006, 01:30 PM	#31
Desnudo Coordinator Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Here and There	Assuming random Americans will stick together just because they are the same race is dumb. Maybe that happens on a larger scale, but in personal relationships I doubt it will happen as much as the producers probably think.

08-25-2006, 05:25 PM	#33
AgustusM College Prospect Join Date: Dec 2003

08-25-2006, 07:28 PM	#34
jbmagic Pro Starter Join Date: Apr 2004	Hey Fonzie did ok jumping the sharks.

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