[s17e9] Nothing Tastes Better Than Five Hundred... [ 480p ]

Bob Crowley uses his carpentry skills to create an incredibly convincing fake idol.

The episode title refers to the , where contestants bid their $500 starting cash on food and advantages. [S17E9] Nothing Tastes Better Than Five Hundred...

Susie wins a warm bath, providing a rare moment of luxury amidst the camp tension. 🗿 The "Big Fake-out" Bob Crowley uses his carpentry skills to create

Randy later revealed that he actually suspected the idol was fake, but the episode was edited to make his "stunned" reaction appear genuine. a masterful fake idol ruse

In this episode, the (merged) tribe faces rising tensions as the social divide deepens. The episode is defined by a high-stakes auction, a masterful fake idol ruse, and one of the most vitriolic Tribal Councils ever aired. Original Air Date: November 20, 2008.