It's Called a Russell Seed

Survivor: Season 19: Episode 3

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It's Called a Russell Seed

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CBS | Air Date: October 1, 2009
Starring: Jeff Probst, David Ball (IV), Betsy Bolan, Mike Borassi, Ben Browning, Marisa Calihan, Erik Cardona, Brett Clouser, John Fincher, Yasmin Giles, Russell Hantz, Elizabeth Kim, Laura Morett, Monica Padilla, Jaison Robinson, Kelly Sharbaugh, Russell Swan, Ashley Trainer, Mick Trimming, Shannon Waters, Natalie White
Summary: On Foa Foa, Mick is having a hard time trying to start a fire, but Ben is able to do it without any problems. Russell realizes Ben is good around camp and plans to keep him around. Over on Galu, everyone is relaxing and doing yoga except "Shambo", which makes her feel a little alienated. Back on Foa Foa, Russell tells Ben that Ashley wantedOn Foa Foa, Mick is having a hard time trying to start a fire, but Ben is able to do it without any problems. Russell realizes Ben is good around camp and plans to keep him around. Over on Galu, everyone is relaxing and doing yoga except "Shambo", which makes her feel a little alienated. Back on Foa Foa, Russell tells Ben that Ashley wanted him out the night before in an attempt to get Ashley out. Then, before the Immunity Challenge, the tribes receive tree mail containing their swimming suits.

The reward and immunity is won by Galu, and as the team leader, Russell is given the choice between comfort or camping tools. Right away he chooses the towels and pillows and the women are happy with the decision, but the men are not. He also chooses "Shambo" to visit and observe the Foa Foa tribe.

During "Shambo's" visit, she comes off as very friendly and approachable. While she is there, she discovers the second clue to the hidden immunity idol. But she doesn't know that Russell already has it. Meanwhile, Jaison is trying his best to get Ben voted out, while Russell continues talking to the others to try and get Ashely out. Then at Tribal Council, Jaison and Ben argue right before the vote.… Expand
Genre(s): Reality, Action & Adventure, Game Show
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