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In the world ofSurvivor, viewers are used to seeing unexpected twists and intense challenges. But some moments happen off-screen that are just as shocking, if not more so, than what airs on television. One such incident took place during a season where two contestants stumbled upon something so bizarre, it could have completely changed the course of the game.
What they found was not another challenge or advantage, but something far more dangerous and illegal. While the discovery never made it to air, the behind-the-scenes story has become a legendary tale amongSurvivorfans.
What happened when two contestants stumbled upon illegal drugs duringSurvivor: Panama?
Survivorhas always been known for its unexpected twists and challenges, but nothing could have prepared Shane Powers and Aras Baskauskas for the shocking discovery they made duringSurvivor: Panama.This was something that could easily be consideredJeff Probst’sworst nightmare. In the game, the two contestants were out looking for coconuts after a storm.
During which they came across something much more dangerous – a large package containing a highly illegal drug. On the same subject, in a 2021 interview withEntertainment Weeklyas reported byThe Things, Baskauskas recalled the moment with humor, explaining that instead of finding coconuts, they found“2 kilos of washed-up c******.”
He joked that the producers quickly took the drugs from them, adding“The producers took the c****** from us immediately and had their own party without us.”On the other hand, Powers shared his version of events, remembering how he and Aras Baskauskas were“showering”on the beach when the package of drugs washed up at his feet.
In that moment, he considered burying the drugs and thinking through what to do next. At one point, he even entertained the idea of using the drug to give them an energy boost before challenges by rubbing it on their gums.
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However, before he could act on any of these thoughts, production quickly stepped in and removed the drugs, preventing any serious consequences. Though the discovery never made it to the show, it remains a legendary story amongSurvivorfans.
How far would Jeff Probst go forSurvivor’scasting call?
Jeff Probst, known for his dedication toSurvivor, took his commitment to a whole new level during an episode ofSurvivor47. During the auction scene, the contestants dug into a huge bowl of peanut butter and chocolate, using their hands to eat. The players hadn’t showered or washed their hands for weeks, making the situation very unsanitary.
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After the players walked away, Probst approached the same bowl of half-eaten food. Without thinking twice, hedipped his pinky fingerinto the peanut butter and ate it. On hisOn Fire With Jeff Probstpodcast, he explained that he did this just after the contestants left and confirmed that the peanut butter was from the same bowl the players had been using.
Probst laughed and said:
I give everything for this show! I’m willing to risk bacterial infections, viral infections, parasites, or just general illness just to encourage future players to apply to be on Survivor!
This moment showed just how far Probst was willing to go for the show, even willing to take on the germs and risks to keep things going.
You can watch all the seasons ofSurvivoron Hulu.
Sakshi Singh
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Sakshi Singh has written over 1,300 entertainment articles, mostly about Netflix shows and reality TV. She’s spent the last two years covering everything from surprise engagements to shocking eliminations and previously wrote for Essentially Sports in their Netflix Junkie division. A self-proclaimed reality TV addict, Sakshi has watched all 48 seasons of Survivor and never misses a new dating or competition series. She loves watching how strangers meet, fall in love, team up, or betray each other - it’s the mix of strategy and drama that keeps her hooked. When she’s not glued to a reality show, she’s usually watching a crime thriller or tracking the next big streaming hit.
