Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Survivor: Island of the Idols - October 23 Blog Party


It looks (from the "drop your buffs" promo that we'll most likely going to be a switch up with the tribes this week. I think it's too early for a merge. That said, it's been nice to see the tribes running somewhat equal strengths-wise. Usually we have one tribe decimating the other.

I'll be live-blogging the major events as they air here on the East Coast -- refresh the page to get the latest updates! As always, the real party is in the comments area. Please feel free to join in on the fun!

But first … Lifeguard Laurie has updated the blog pool and here are the latest standings --

Lairo
Aaron Meredith - Auntie Leigh
Dean Kowalski - CherryPie, Merrilee
Elaine Stott - Cheryl in NC
Elizabeth Beisel - CherylNY, monty 924
Karishma Patel - Ed in Ohio, SueGee
Missy Byrd - Janice, TS14Fan
Tom Laidlaw - Judi Sweeney, Laurie

Vokai
Dan Spilo - Bizaro22, marthalight
Jack Nichting - David, jennifer
Jamal Shipman - Donna in Alabama, Petals
Janet Carbin - Donna NY, Sharon C
Jason Linden - Dr_Celine, Nickelpeed
Kellee Kim - Glenn Allen, Indiana Jane
Lauren Beck - Jackie, Sharon N
Noura Salman - Jennasmom

Tommy Sheehan - Karen in CA, Terry is a Texan

Survivor fans ready?

Dean was blindsided with the Chelsea vote out. He goes searching for answers. He has his suspects and wants to know who the mastermind behind the plan is. He's uncomfortable around Missy (who did the dirty deed) and manages to put himself on her radar even more.

They meet up with Jeff. Drop you buffs -- we're switching tribes. I'm probably not going to be able to keep up with the changes tonight. The Purple tribe has four from each tribe and is the new Vokai. On Lairo, five and three. 

Reward has them slithering with feet tied, hands tied at sides and solving a fire puzzle. The reward itself is product placement fodder for Applebee's (in Fiji). VOKAI wins! Karishma once again was the weak link for Lairo.

So we get a roughly five minute ad for Applebee's with a bit of talk about original tribe members sticking together.

Switch to Lairo -- Tom is already talking about targeting Karishma. Dean isn't too keen on his old tribemates due to the Chelsea blindside. The three old Lairo are going to have to scramble to fit in because they're outnumbered.

Jamal wants to improve his social game and make bonds with the new people. He looks at Elaine and claims her social game is fantastic. Vokai is worried that they technically could have a tie and have to draw rocks at tribal. 

Immunity Challenge -- swim to ladder, climb, leap off, release three buoys, transport buoys on floating balance beam, throw to target. As usual, Karishma is dragging her tribe down. Dean almost redeemed it for Lairo, but ...

VOKAI WINS IMMUNITY!

Lairo lost but it seems like no one will go to Island of the Idols. Hmm.

Tom, Dean and Karishma know they're the likely targets. Dean and Tom think like I do … get Karishma out. She's weak in EVERY challenge. Noura lost her vote for tonight back when she was on the island and royally screwed things up. They seem to be focusing on original Lairo with cases for and against each one They're worried more about the merge than winning challenges now from what I see.

Tribal Council time! Jeff points out the five/three and questions how that will affect the vote. The three are in the spotlight. Noura is just weird. I had to say that. Dean points out he doesn't have strong ties with his old tribemates as they blindsided him.

Time to vote ...

The tally:
Tom, Karishma, Karishma, Tom, Tom, Tom, Tom.

What the hell are they thinking? They too kept Karishma.

Goodbye Tom/

79 comments:

Sharon N said...

Hi Jackie and all who follow...
I'm hanging on your coat-tails with Laura. So far, so good. lol

Nickelpeed said...

Hi Jackie and Vincent. Thank you again for hosting us. Best place to be on Wednesday night!!

Petals said...

~*~*~*~ SPLASH ~*~*~*~

Hellloooooo Ms Jackie & Vincent!

Nickelpeed said...

Awww, poor Dean....LOL

Hi Sharon.

Nickelpeed said...

Hi Petals!

Petals said...

Hey Henny Penny! Yes - this is THE place to be, all right! :)🎃

monty924 said...

Hey Jackie, Sharon, Penny and Petals.... spinach artichoke dip with tortillas and garlic bread over at the bar

Petals said...

why such an early tribe swap?

Petals said...

I have the new Sam Adams pumpkin ale...and STELLA, too.

Nickelpeed said...

Hi Monty!!

monty924 said...

Ooo, yummy! I'll take a STELLA because I'm not into pumpkin beer, lol

monty924 said...

Hahaha, Survivor and I were thinking alike!!

monty924 said...

Applebee's is okay, but I'd never go that far and call it my favorite sit down restaurant! @@

Petals said...

this is THE most ridiculous challenge...

Nickelpeed said...

I actually hate this challenge. I wouldn't be able to handle all that fine sand.

Dang, they paired the 2 oldest together.

Nickelpeed said...

Well we know what Karishma will do...nothing.

Nickelpeed said...

Same here, Monty. Not an Applebee's fan.

monty924 said...

Damn, Noura dragged her...

Petals said...

I haven't been to an Applebees in at least 20yrs. Any restaurant that has a menu larger than 3 pages? No. LOL
This is just terrible.

Nickelpeed said...

Jason is so good at puzzles.

Petals said...

After all that flopping in the sand, the chafing, the sunburn...all they get is Applebees.
#notworthit

Nickelpeed said...

Karishma made a great impression on her new tribe, didn't she? LOLOLOL

monty924 said...

We have a local Applebee's and it's decent but not great. We only go there for the full bar, LOL!! Mucho margarita's anyone?? :)))

monty924 said...

Oh, and $1 long island iced teas right now, LOL

Nickelpeed said...

Applebees may not be that great, but I'm sure they'd eat anything right now.

Nickelpeed said...

Man, they are going to be sick once that all settles in.

monty924 said...

I guess when you're starving it's pretty good, lol!!

Petals said...

People around here love 54th St. I've never been.
Before you think I'm a restaurant snob, lemme tell ya: I had my seasonal McRib last night and YUUMMMMM! heheeheeeheee

monty924 said...

Lol @ Penny. That was my thoughts exactly!!

Nickelpeed said...

So, both Karishma and her old teammates are knocking each other down. Figures.

tbc said...

Hi all!!

Petals said...

Krishna = meat shield. ick

jennifer said...

Splash, hiya everyone, super late to the party!!!

monty924 said...

Hey tbc

Petals said...

hey Jennifer!

Monty - is Joey dressing-up for Halloween?

Petals said...

the kid on his socks looks like the other guy! Lil red-headed kid! LOL

monty924 said...

I wish he'd let me, Petals. He hates it when I put holiday stuff on him, lol

The moleman said...

Looks interesting lets see who wins.

Nickelpeed said...

Hi tbc and Jennifer. I didn't see that I said hi, Monty - Hi, just in case.

Karishma does not like being called out. LOL

monty924 said...

Karishma really should go

Nickelpeed said...

By Lairo just can't win.

Nickelpeed said...

There's a lot of time left. Wonder what is going on...double elimination?

monty924 said...

Hey Jennifer and moleman

The moleman said...

Ya think!

Nickelpeed said...

I agree, monty, Karishma needs to go.

It all depends on if she struck up a deal with some of the new tribe, though.

Petals said...

I could swim (and ride) better than I could walk as a baby...who still has to hold their nose in the water?

They are hating on Krishna too much; she'll be safe.

The moleman said...

Hey monty hope you win the pool!my heart is with her

Nickelpeed said...

Since no one is going to the island of the idols. I wonder if Sandra and Rob are going to join each team? Sandra to one and Rob to the other to give advice???

Nickelpeed said...

Yep, Petals. I think you are right. She'll want to stay alive.

The moleman said...

That would be interesting

Nickelpeed said...

Hi moleman! And, hi to anyone else who comes by!

Glenn Allen said...

Hi Jackie and Everyone> I did get antibiotics Monday. It was an infection from the Root Canal.

My eye were dialated from eye appointment today. Good news the Infection did not get to my eye. My pool person is still without her vote

Nickelpeed said...

I wonder if Noura will put her foot in to her mouth?

Nickelpeed said...

Hi Glenn. Are you at least feeling better? There is nothing worse than an infection in a tooth.

monty924 said...

Hi Glenn

Jackie S. said...

Glenn - Noura doesn't have a vote. Your pool person is Kellee -- the one who hid the idol in her hair.

Glenn Allen said...

Hi Penny and Monty. It is still hurting but a lot less. The antibiotic and Iburophen helping

Nickelpeed said...

Looks like they're going to probably have a long TC. A lot of talking, I guess.

jennifer said...

I just love how rob and Sandra listen in!

Petals said...

Noura is an idjit

jennifer said...

Noura looks crazy

Nickelpeed said...

Bad thing is, if they do not get rid of Karishma, they will continue to lose.

Glenn Allen said...

Thanks Jackie. Karishma needs to go. Thanks. Does Kellie have an Idol?

Nickelpeed said...

Rob's right. Dean is gone. Getting rid of a strong player. They continue to make mistakes.

Nickelpeed said...

They are so stupid.

Petals said...

Wow - strangest season EVER.
Thanks Jackie!
Next week, we'll be meeting on Halloween Eve!

XOXOXOXO

Nickelpeed said...

They will still NOT win.

monty924 said...

Oh well, they'll continue to lose. sigh

Glenn Allen said...

Tom voted out seems a mistake.

jennifer said...

Thanks Jackie! Everyone have a great week🤗

Nickelpeed said...

Rob knows.

Jackie, thank you so very much for hosting us. It's greatly appreciated. Have a great week everyone. See you all next week.

monty924 said...

Thanks Jackie and everyone here tonight. Will see you all next week.

Jackie S. said...

Glenn - Kellee still has the idol. It was good for three tribals. So, one more Tribal in it.

Nickelpeed said...

It is Glenn. Big, big mistake. These people just do not think straight. They'll keep on losing.

Jackie S. said...

Thanks for coming by!

The moleman said...

Stupid but better him than dean. Looks like karishma will be a " factor" this season!

Nickelpeed said...

Yes, better than Dean, but Karishma will help them lose every single time.

Glenn Allen said...

Thanks Jackie for hosting us and the info on the Idol

The moleman said...

Oh thats a given but you need dean for the challenges not a 60 year old ex hockey player.so noura and karishma are on the same tribe 2 goats!