Each weekday, EW will post the answers from a different player.
After 40 seasons on the air,Survivorhas established itself as a mainstay in American pop-culture.
But the show is a huge cultural institution in other countries as well.
Lisa Skinner
What were their experiences like?
And how is the show different there as opposed to the one we know here?
EW has assembled our own international all-star squad to partake in our first International Week ofSurvivorQuarantine Questionnaires.
Lisa Skinner
Up today, we have the breakout ofSurvivor South Africa: Philippines, Werner Joubert.
Straight from South Africa, it’s Werner’sSurvivorQuarantine Questionnaire!
WERNER JOUBERT:Most people know I am a pastor (that typically gets quite a reaction!).
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I think we can be described as community people.
We love our city and its people.
When I came back fromSurvivor, I carried on with that with all my focus.
I still am today.
What is your proudest moment ever from playingSurvivor?
I think my proudest moment is the night I played an idol correctly for another tribemate.
But that night at the final 5, I was ready to make my hidden game “public.”
I wanted to show that I knew what was going on and where every vote was going.
That is what happened that night in my game.
What is your biggest regret from yourSurvivorexperience?
I don’t have many regrets.
I miss the game.
It’s great being out there.
I think our season was produced very well and almost all the action was shown.
This was after the night Stacey was voted off.
Martinus wanted to talk to Tony and she just called him out in front of the full tribe.
That morning, the game shifted gears.
How do you feel about the edit you got on the show?
I mean, I am a pastor, so it’s tough.
I seeSurvivoras a game, but not all the casual fans view it that way.
So I was stressed about this.
I feel my edit was accurate.
Every player makes moves that cannot be shown.
But there are many players and many little moves.
My relationship with Tom was portrayed powerfully.
There is no way production can show it all.
But overall, I feel that the producers did justice to my game.
What was it like coming back to regular society after being out there?
Was there culture shock or an adjustment coming back?
I experienced a bit of a culture shock.
It is hard for the public to realize that we live and breathe before cameras.
It’s like being in a dream for 39 days.
Imagine for a moment thinking before you speak for 39 days.
It is hard to absorb on an emotional level.
When you feel solid again, the show starts to air, and people smash you on social media.
This can drive you crazy.
I had generous support from my church (who lovesSurvivor) and it helped me through the whole process.
My heart breaks for any player that needs to face the process alone.
Survivor S.A.gives all the players access to a psychologists anytime.
This is a great gesture.
But having domestic support should supplement professional help.
Whom do you still talk, text, or email with the most from your season?
I spoke to Tony and Tom this week.
Jean has visited my wife and I on numerous occasions.
Tevin and I will now and then have a week where we really will speak a lot.
I stayed over at Katinka’s house, met her parents, and visited Annalise and her lovely family.
Pk went with me to church.
So yes, there are connections.
I would love to play with Dante!
I just like his raw emotion and passion in the game!
Cagayan!I love season 28.
Man, this season is GOLD!
I liked this season seeing an “out-there” in your face player winning the game.
It was received with mixed emotions.
Also, South Africa tried many “tricks” with the show.
Like for example bringing in celebs, etc.
I always advocate for fewer advantages and fewer twists.
They have their place.
But I want to see the players.
Their moves, their conversations, their betrayals, their moral dilemmas.
Less play from the producers more recording.
I want advantages to be timeous and impactfull.
But when they surface in every episode, it becomes dull.
I think she is a great player and I have respect for her game And Tony!
Finally, would you play again if asked?
Yes!Survivor:International, kindly.
