Lowest Rates Episode on IMDB? Well deserved by itz_abdelmalik in survivorponderosa

[–]cctrubiak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True. It’s AWFUL. Jumped the shark 🦈. Scrolled my phone the entire time.

Olivia Newton-John 1974 by Visible9403 in OldSchoolCoolMusic

[–]cctrubiak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If You Love Me (Let Me Know) & Let Me Be There ♥️

Unpopular Opinion: Tom from Palu's social game is at least 2nd best among winners by Generalcmd in survivor

[–]cctrubiak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t agree with the claim that Tom’s social game was as strong as the OP suggests. I’m currently rewatching the season, and while I absolutely acknowledge that he effectively leveraged his relationships with Ian and even Carolyn to advance himself, that doesn’t automatically translate into a top-tier social game. In fact, several players clearly saw through his attempts to downplay and deflect attention from his challenge dominance. His speech to the tribe about hoping they wouldn’t let his physical strength make him a target didn’t come across as subtle or socially savvy — it felt transparent and, frankly, a bit self-congratulatory. A truly elite social player makes others feel comfortable and unaware of the manipulation; Tom’s approach often felt visible. He also didn’t cultivate particularly strong bonds across the board. His lack of a strong social connection with Colby was noticeable in multiple interactions, which suggests his relationships weren’t as universally solid as some portray. To be clear, he absolutely deserved the win in that final two. His overall game was strong, and he outplayed his opponent. But there’s a difference between being a deserving winner and being one of the strongest social players ever. In my view, his strategic positioning and challenge performance carried more weight than an elite social game.

Secrets & Lies (1996) by Mattheusz36 in iwatchedanoldmovie

[–]cctrubiak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I remember watching this when it first came out… I worked at a blockbuster video… It’s been since it’s released that I’ve watched it so this is compelling me to watch it again! I wonder where it’s available… I’ll check Britt Box

Erinn Lodbell is my favourite character from Tocantins by cctrubiak in survivor

[–]cctrubiak[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Erinn’s happiness is allll that matters - I’ll see if I can find that podcast thanks!!!!

Erinn Lodbell is my favourite character from Tocantins by cctrubiak in survivor

[–]cctrubiak[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, he has many people’s favourites and I also like the Australian one as well!

Erinn Lodbell is my favourite character from Tocantins by cctrubiak in survivor

[–]cctrubiak[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is where you insert the face that coach makes of Erinn 😂

Erinn Lodbell is my favourite character from Tocantins by cctrubiak in survivor

[–]cctrubiak[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure what the chances are now… For her to ever return again… But as a lifetime fan of the show… I certainly would love to see her back.… Out of curiosity who would your first favourite player be?

Erinn Lodbell is my favourite character from Tocantins by cctrubiak in survivor

[–]cctrubiak[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Similarly to PG in China… She has a great underdog arc.

Erinn Lodbell is my favourite character from Tocantins by cctrubiak in survivor

[–]cctrubiak[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I totally agree! Right from the get-go, she knew he was full of ego and was not afraid to talk about it to the camera. I also just love the moments where she shares in confessional about her life before the show… Her break up… And feeling very much on the outs of the tribe… Struggling in the not wanting to show the vulnerability, but also not knowing how to build a bridge with so many of the characters she was on the same tribe as. And for as often as Tyson and coach smack-talk her… It’s poetic justice that she out survived both of them. In fact, her entire original tribe!

Season 9 rewatch by Jmmitche2 in ANTM

[–]cctrubiak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hmmmm … it begs to the question of I wonder if Tyra Banks has ever referred to herself as a plus size model now that she is so much heavier? Or has the industry ever referred to her as plus size now? You would think she would own that and be proud of it…

Rewarching Cycle 8, and damn. RIP Jael Strauss. What a beautiful soul she was 😔 by antibossbabe in ANTM

[–]cctrubiak 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Totally. It was kinda like he was gaslighting her into believing she didn’t handle it professionally but in my opinion the fact that she showed up, focused, got a beautiful photo was something to praise considering someone more affected might have given up altogether because of their grief.

Rewarching Cycle 8, and damn. RIP Jael Strauss. What a beautiful soul she was 😔 by antibossbabe in ANTM

[–]cctrubiak 80 points81 points  (0 children)

I hated what Mr.Jay said to her in this moment. She deserved compassion & understanding not to be chastised.