Survivor - Preview

Yes, I can admit that I'm a Survivor fan. Maybe it's Jeff Probst, maybe because it's like Big Brother without bathrooms. Who knows, so when I saw the TV Guide channel (of all things) had a preview, I was front row center.

Our cutie pie Jeff offers up his take on who he thinks will last and who will not. Pavarti, winner of Fans vs Faves, was the hostess for the show. Kudos to her for winning but go back to spending that cool million because she was terrible! You could SO tell she was reading off of cue cards, no inflection, no emotion, come on girl you lived it! Make us feel it! Anyway, here are a few insights and stats for your enjoyment.

Exile Island this go around offers either a clue to the hidden immunity idol or a comfort. Gabon wanted Survivor to film there because they are trying to boost their tourism. The tribal counsel area was built based on local huts. The doors were acquired from the locals after some negotiations. Jeff didn't say what was negotiated, maybe a walk on part in "Survivor, the Movie". Be sure and check out the hut doors at tribal, they are pretty cool. The snuffer Jeff uses this season is an elephant head with the trunk as the handle. Apparently he gets to test it out to make sure it "snuffs" on the first try. Gee, if it doesn't snuff, does the player get to stay?

Here is a sneak peek at some of the players:

Jacque, a medical device salesperson, is 25 but looks 35 possible because of her working life. Jeff thinks she will do pretty good and may be a threat.

Charlie is a corporate attorney who has watched every Survivor. We know how well that works. Those are usually the ones who get an early reality check and over or under play. Jeff thinks he'll be one to watch if he can get into a good alliance.

Professional video gamer, Ken, feels video games have prepared him for Survivor. Just remember Ken, there is no reset button. He is Jeff's favorite, not to win necessarily. He just looks like that stray dog you want to adopt.

Michelle the 24 year old boxer is one that Jeff sees going out early.

Salesman Ace, is an early leader according to Jeff. We all know how that usually turns out when someone dominates too early. "The tribe has spoken!"

Jessica aka Sugar, is an actress and a pin up model. Didn't pin ups go out with World War II? Doesn't matter, Jeff thinks she's an early out too.

Doctor Marcus was voted Cosmopolitan's most eligible bachelor for 2008. More eye candy! Listening to him, it sounds like he is more interested in getting a something, something than in winning. Brown chicken, brown cow! (It's a joke, some of you will get it).

Jeff seems to have found some eye candy of his own in Kelly. He just hopes she sticks around for a while.

Matty is the son of actor James Whitmore and grandson of Audra Lindley (Mrs. Roper from Three's Company). Sounds like he was a trust fund baby who lost it all. Jeff thinks he - could - go - all - the - way!

Corine quit her job to be on Survivor and looks to be the bitch of this season.

That's a quick look at some of this seasons survivors. Just make sure to tune in to check out the tribal counsel set in HD. Double D