Big Brother 15 Pool

[Anna Michele]

SPOILERS

Big Brother 15 will premiere on June 26, 2013 at 9PM EST! Get ready BB fans! In the press release CBS called it an "expanded Big Brother." Looks like we will get two extra weeks!

Big Brother will be broadcast three nights weekly — Tuesdays (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT, beginning July 2), the LIVE eviction show hosted by Julie Chen will be broadcast on Wednesdays (9:00-10:00 PM live ET/delayed PT, beginning July 3) and Sundays (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT, beginning June 30). The Wednesday live eviction show will move to 8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT on July 17




Players/Participants
*rec'd prize envie
1. Laurawill=Aaryn Gries
*2. Cricket22=Amanda Zuckerman
*3. AmandaBanana=Andy Herren
4. Pristinefury=Candice Stewart
*5. Peachykeen=David Girton
*6. tthomp47=Elissa Slater
*7. MrsMer=GinaMarie Zimmerman
8. Missbee217=Helen Kim
*9. KK7 =Howard Overby
*10. Ottawa =Jeremy McGuire
11. Lesley73 =Jessie Kowalski
12. Momto2ks=Judd Daughtery
13. Anna Michele=Kaitlin Barnaby
14.Peachykeen=McCrae Olson
15. Lesley=Nick Uhas
16.Cricket=Spencer Clawson

[Anna Michele]

Pool Rules

Contributions are mandatory

Let's get this party started by taking names. Post in the thread and pm me if you are interested in taking part and I will send you my address to send in your contribution to the pool.

Everyone is expected to submit a contribution by MAY 31/13, preferably sooner if you want to have a spot saved.

It can be a FPC expiring no earlier than DEC.31/13, a G/C, OR a book of stamps.

Any additional contributions can/will be used for HOH and VETO prizes along the way if enough are sent in, ie. a small bundle of HV cpns, a scratch ticket, samples, coupon, booklet etc.(as long as they fit in an envie through the hole at the p.o.) If not enough are sent in they will be added to the final winners bundle.

This pool will be open to SC members that have been members for more than 3 mths and have recent posts, threads or activity of some kind.

We will draw names and everyone will be assigned a random houseguest as soon as we have a list.

[Anna Michele]

Participants/Contributions

1. Laurawill-$5 Tim's card
2. Cricket22-FPC M&M'S OR Maltesers + Samples Incl. Hawaiian Tropic x2, Garnier Body, Oscar De La Renta x2, John Freida Frizz-Ease, Youth Code BB, Revitalift Miracle Blur with a $4 off cpn dec.31/13
3. AmandaBanana-10 p Stamps
4. Pristinefury-$5 Tim's G/C
5. Peachykeen - $5 Chapman's
6. tthomp47- 10 pstamps + 10 for postage
7. MrsMer-FPC NORDICA/FPC NATREL/$2 BANCO scratch ticket/crest 3d white strips sample/Coupon Bundle incl. always, bd cheese, colgate manual, bounty, downy & advil cold & flu (spin u win)
8. Missbee217-Book of stamps + 2x$3 scratch tickets (lucky lines, crossword)
9. KK7 - $6 SDM G/C + 6 samples (balea face mask, jergens ultra care, 2x tylenol extra strength, 2 tresemme split remedy (shampoo & conditioner)
10. Ottawa - $5 Tim's card + 5 samples (tums refreshers, breathe right advanced strips, Sunlight oxy action dishwasher, Garnier BB cream, John Freida frizz ease 4ml)
11. Lesley73 - $5 SDM G/C-John Freida frizz eaze sample, 2xbreath right samples 2x tums refreshers sample & 3x $3 Zantac
12. Momto2ks- book of 8 p stamps
13. Anna Michele - Postage to send out winners bundles/surprise
I will also contribute prizes to anyone who doesn't win and as many as we need to allow for both HOH and Veto prizes along the way
in for a 2nd houseguest/contribution
14.Peachykeen-FPC Arctic Gardens + 3 sets of stickers
15.Lesley-book of stamps
16.cricket-$5 WM G/C



Final Pot
$5 Tim's card
FPC M&M'S OR Maltesers
10 p Stamps
$5 Tim's G/C
$5 Chapman's
10 pstamps
FPC NORDICA
FPC NATREL
Book of stamps
$6 SDM G/C
$5 Tim's card
$5 SDM G/C
FPC Arctic Gardens
book of stamps
book of 8 p stamps
$5 WM G/C
Prizes for MVP/HOH/VETO
Hawaiian Tropic - ottawa mailing July 19th
Hawaiian Tropic - tthomp
Garnier Body, -Cricket
Oscar De La Renta - Mrsmer
Oscar De La Renta
John Freida Frizz-Ease-Amandabanana
Youth Code BB
Revitalift Miracle Blur with a $4 off cpn dec.31/13
$2 BANCO scratch ticket-tthomp
crest 3d white strips sample-Laurawill
Coupon Bundle incl. always, bd cheese, colgate manual, bounty, downy & advil cold & flu (spin u win)-Peachy
$3 scratch ticket (crossword)-Peachy
$3 scratch ticket (lucky lines)-tthomp
balea face mask-Laurawill
jergens ultra care
tylenol extra strength-Anna Michele
tylenol extra strength-cricket
tresemme split remedy (shampoo & conditioner)-Amandabanana
tresemme split remedy (shampoo & conditioner)-Amandabanana
tums refreshers-cricket
breathe right advanced strips-tthomp
Sunlight oxy action dishwasher-LauraWILL
Garnier BB cream-tthomp
John Freida frizz ease 4ml-Amandabanana
John Freida frizz eaze sample-Amandabanana
breath right sample
breath right sample
tums refreshers sample
tums refreshers sample
3x $3 Zantac-Laurawill
stickers
sheer gloves
eye lashes (DD tore the box a bit sorry, never been opened) MrsMer
bow bobbypins-Lesley
poofy flower bobbypins-tthomp
2 pk emery boards-Peachykeen
pink hair tie (sparkly circle)-Peachykeen
“diamond” hair pin-tthomp
skull bandana
large hoop earrings-Momof2ks
med. hoop earrings with small ball-Momto2ks
ball hoop earrings
butterfly hoop earrings-Peachykeen
small hoop earrings-cricket
eye/diamond bracelet (brown string) there is a little eye in the line of “diamonds”

[Anna Michele]

Houseguests Interviews

Spencer Clawson – Watch his interview & Read his bio

Nick Uhas – Watch his interview & Read his bio

Jessie Kowalski – Watch her interview & Read her bio

Candice Stewart – Watch her interview & Read her bio

Kaitlin Barnaby – Watch her interview & Read her bio

Jeremy McGuire – Watch his interview & Read his bio

Helen Kim – Watch her interview & Read her bio
Elissa Slater – Watch her interview & Read her bio

Amanda Zuckerman – Watch her interview & Read her bio

McCrae Olson – Watch his interview & Read his bio

Judd Daughtery – Watch his interview & Read his bio

Howard Overby – Watch his interview & Read his bio
GinaMarie Zimmerman – Watch her interview & Read her bio
David Girton – Watch his interview & Read his bio
Andy Herren – Watch his interview & Read his bio
Aaryn Gries – Watch her interview & Read her bio



Aaryn Gries
Age: 22
Hometown: San Angelo, Texas
Living: San Marcos, Texas
Occupation: College Student
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Outgoing, driven and spontaneous.
Favorite Activities: Snowboarding, wakeboarding, traveling, working out, Zumba, crafting, decorating, planning events, attending festivals and meeting people.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Not knowing who is genuine and who isn’t, and realizing that my trusting nature could be my downfall.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: I think I will go into the game with the same mentality I go into life: only focusing on myself and what I need to do to make it through, but I’m sure there will be moments of weakness where I second guess myself. I will use my Psychology training as best as I can and try to be strategic.
What are you afraid of? People with evil or absent minds that hurt or deceive others.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? I am most proud of my ability to rise above disappointment and press on with a positive and peaceful mind. I am extremely proud that each day, no matter what happens, I do my best to look at every situation in a positive light. I can see my future clearly and I’m taking the right steps to reach my goals.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is… what you think about, you bring about.
What would you take into the house and why? My music, books by Rhonda Byrne and my cat, Pumpkin, because these three things help my peace of mind.
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? I would be entirely grateful for Big Brother putting my dreams on fast-track, and I would never forget the experience.

Amanda Zuckerman
Age: 28
Hometown: Long Island, New York
Lives: Boynton Beach, Florida
Occupation: Real Estate Agent
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Confident, sexy and funny!
Favorite Activities: Horseback riding, hiking, shopping and going to movies.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Being away from my friends, family, my dog and my job, but they will be there when I get back.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: My strategy is to find common ground with everyone and share individual time- and secrets to earn their trust. Keep your friends close, but keep your enemies closer.
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? Most – I love Britney! She’s hilarious, real and played an awesome game. Least – Jen from Big Brother 8 because she was fake, annoying and conceited.
What are you afraid of? Sharks!
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? I’m proud of where I have brought myself to in my career.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is… Wherever you go, there you are. Which means to me, you choose where you want to be in life. The only person to get in your way is yourself. You are your own means to success.
What would you take into the house and why? My dog, my cellphone and my laptop.
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous: I would use my fame to further my real estate career and ride the five minute fame wave.

Andy Herren
Age: 26
Hometown: Aurora, Illinois
Lives: Chicago, Illinois
Occupation: Professor
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Friendly, funny and red.
Favorite Activities: Improv, eating candy, watching TV, running, laughing with friends, playing with puppies as they walk down the street, teaching, making lists, ranking things, teaching my family’s cockatiel to call my dad “gurl,” messing with people, eating ice-cream too fast and being adorable.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Not having any privacy. I would be lying if I said I don’t find this intimidating. Also, the prospect of slop is something I have regular nightmares about. I just…can’t.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: I would start by playing a covertly aggressive game. I would lay low on the surface and be friendly to everyone (if this is possible) while secretly establishing a concrete alliance with people I have deemed the most trustworthy. I would scope out the house very quickly for these people, as I know you need to act soon to solidify trust and bonds. I’m quite good at reading people, so I would choose people I felt comfortable with, as well as people others would not expect me to align with. I also think my background in communications improv would be great strengths. Through communication and public speaking, I know how to say what people want to hear and through improv I am able to lie without batting an eye. I’m a smiley, friendly person, so nobody will see it coming when I stab them in the back.
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? My two favorites of all time are Britney and Ragan from season 12. I think I would have been BFFs with each of them, and I think I would have given Ragan the kick in the pants he needed to go far in the game. I thought he played a good social game (as he seemed to be genuinely well-liked by everyone), but I thought he wasn’t aggressive enough. He never made the big moves that I know he is capable of. Britney was similar. I would have smacked some sense into her and gotten her away from Lane. Her Diary Room confessions were like windows to my soul. She always said what I was thinking. They both made it far, but with me in the house during their season I think one of them (or me) could have won.
What are you afraid of? I am slightly afraid of heights, but it is not crippling or anything. I am terrified of bees, though. And people who enjoy Tyler Perry movies.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? There is a wall of graffiti on the first floor girls bathroom of the English Building at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign that is solely dedicated to me. Quips include, “I AM IN LOVE WITH ANDY HERREN,” “Ha ha! I know that ginger !” and “Andy Herren for President!” Pretty incredible right?!
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is… “From there to here, from here to there, funny things are everywhere!” “Dr. Seuss, One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish.”
What would you take into the house and why? 1. My baby blanket. I’ve had it my entire life and it would give me a sense of security and comfort while in the house. 2. a notepad and pen to take notes after competitions/while observing others in the house. DUH. 3. Skittles. Just because, why not? What am I supposed to do if there are no Skittles in the house?
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? If Big Brother made me famous, I would definitely embrace it, but to a certain extent. I would love seeing people smile in my presence (and let’s be real – having the spotlight would feel nice), but I also love my life and my friends and family, and don’t want fame to come in the way of my already-established personal relationships. Thus, I would be sad if horrible tabloid stories were written about me or my loved ones, but I understand that this comes with the territory. Long story short, being famous would be totally cool, but as long as it is on my terms. ME ME ME.

Candice Stewart
Age: 29 (will turn 30 yo during the season)
Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana
Living: Houston, Texas
Occupation: Pediatric Speech Therapist
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Outgoing, loyal and compassionate.
Favorite Activities: Spending time with family and friends, traveling, shopping, cooking, watching movies & TV, and exercising.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Not knowing what’s going on in the world and missing my family will be the most difficult.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: First and foremost, be myself. Analyze the game as it comes. Be smart and quick on my feet at all times. It is a game after all.
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? I love Ian. I love that he was himself, quirks and all. Plus, the whole New Orleans connection is major. The person I like the least is Boogie. His game vibe just rubs me the wrong way. It came across like a shady car dealer that is trying to sell a woman who is buying her first car a lemon just to make a sale.
What are you afraid of? Honestly, I’m pretty adventurous so things don’t really scare me. I don’t like drop roller coasters, though, and I don’t particularly like rodents or bugs. I guess I am more afraid of more serious life issues like health and the well-being of my family.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? I’m so proud that I was able to meet my birth mother. I found out I was adopted at 26 and my life did a complete 180 in a matter of months. I am proud of my strength in pursuing the unknown and holding my family together through the struggle. Now things are great!
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is… Always live in gratitude. I feel that life will always throw curve balls and ups and downs. The only way to keep pushing and have FAITH to weather the storm is to find gratitude in the things you do have.
What would you take into the house and why? Pictures of my family and friends. I’m sure there will be days that I need to see love and the people who love me. I would also bring a journal because a girl has to vent right?
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? If I was to ever become famous either through Big Brother or another facet, I would never forget who I am. I would use the megaphone to work on causes that I am passionate about. I respect celebrities who still appear to be grounded and use their notoriety for positive causes.

David Girton
Age: 25
Hometown: San Diego, California
Occupation: Lifeguard
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Goofy, sarcastic and competitive.
Favorite Activities: Surfing and skating
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Not going to the beach every day. Surfing is pretty much my life – it just makes me happier, calms me down and helps me out when I’m having a bad day.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: Be myself and let my personality show and hope that my good looks take me to the end.
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? I liked Jeff the most because he’s just a cool cat and got a great girl at the end, Jordan. She is 10/10 on my list…quite the babe to say the least. My least favorite is Erica – she is just annoying, always crying, too emotional for my taste and wears too much makeup.
What are you afraid of? Spiders, roller coasters and crows.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? Doing the Lifeguard Academy Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is…to have fun!
What would you take into the house and why? Surfboard if there was a wave machine, skate board if there was a ramp and a TV – I watch way too much of it and I like to be entertained.
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? Open up my own restaurant of some sort or a surf shop.

Elissa Slater
Age: 27
Hometown: Concord, North Carolina
Living: Kannapolis, North Carolina
Occupation: Nutritionist
Marital Status: Married Mom
Three adjectives that describe you: Effervescent, ambitious and intriguing.
Favorite Activities: I love to do Yoga. I practice every day. I also run frequently as well as play tennis. I travel a lot and I love seeing the history of other countries. I like to go to the movies and cook.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Not talking to my husband or son. It will be difficult because I’m not away from both of them at the same time ever. I’m with either one or the other.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: I am going to bring qualities to the table that the house will like and want to keep around. I’m going to try and keep to myself and not let my emotions get the best of me. I’ll be more of a listener so I can feel out what’s going on in the other houseguests' minds.
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? Rachel Reilly rocks!!! I am biased. Rachel is fun, entertaining, plays the game, didn’t lie very often to get ahead and she is so hilarious. Monet was my least favorite because she was so bad at the game.
What are you afraid of? I’m afraid of heights and planes. What is the accomplishment you are most proud of: I am most proud of my son. He is so precious and such a beautiful boy and loves the Lord. It makes me feel amazing to know I contributed to his personality.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is… Live life to the fullest and have no regrets. Thank God for each good day he gives you and learn from the bad days and try not to repeat what caused them. Make no mistake twice. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
What would you take into the house and why? A bible, yoga mat and spray tan. What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous: Use it to minister and help others.

GinaMarie Zimmerman
Age: 32 (will turn 33 yo during the season)
Hometown: Brooklyn, New York
Living: Staten Island, New York
Occupation: Pageant Coordinator
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Crazy, sexy and cool.
Favorite Activities: My favorite activities are singing, dancing, modeling, sports and hanging with my friends and family.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Waiting for the bathroom.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: Just be me, make friends and try to be smart.
What are you afraid of? I would be afraid of aliens, if they ever exist, and if I ever see one I would probably s**t my pants. Those movies scare me.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? One of my biggest accomplishments is when I won the Grand Supreme overall pageant title. It took me over 6 years to win.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is… Everything happens for a reason.
What would you take into the house and why? I would take my grand supreme pageant crown, makeup and clothes.
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? I would use my personality and popularity to be in the spotlight and make me a household name.

Helen Kim
Age: 37
Hometown: Falls Church, Virginia
Living: Chicago, Illinois
Occupation: Political Consultant
Marital Status: Married Mom
Three adjectives that describe you: Stubborn, loyal and energetic.
Favorite Activities: I love taking my kids to do anything: zoo, museums, swimming, soccer lessons, etc. Because I’m an only child and my parents are older than the parents of my friends, I always wanted to have a family so I would not feel alone. Activities without my kids include running, knitting and reading.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Being away from my family. While I love my husband dearly, I have never been away from my kids longer than one week.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: My strategy is to throw HOH in the beginning and have the strongest players vote each other out. However, I would try to win POV. It is always good to gain favors from people. As the strong players start to vote each other off, I would then do my best to win the HOHs.
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? I like Jeff the most because he is down to earth and always was the least annoying. I like drama queen Rachel the least. I had a hard time watching her whine week to week. She has serious issues.
What are you afraid of? I’m afraid of blood, which is why I could never have been a doctor. I’m also afraid of bugs.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? Leaving my family and moving to Chicago was a huge accomplishment for me. I am from the East Coast and the Midwest is very different. I felt guilty leaving my parents since I was an only child. I remember the day I drove away, my father started crying (the first time I ever saw him cry). I left all my family, friends and job for my husband. It was scary, but I am so glad I did it. I am so happy.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is… You can live without it. It seems all good things and lost loves, you never really give them up, you just learn to live without it/them.
What would you take into the house and why? My ipad – it has pictures and videos of my kids, my kindle for reading and knitting yarn & needles.
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? I would love to bring attention to infectious diseases like MRSA. There is not enough media coverage and public awareness about hospital infections, and we all should be educated and warned.

Howard Overby
Age: 29 (will turn 30 yo during the season)
Hometown: Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Occupation: Youth Counselor
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Observant, trustworthy and reliable.
Favorite Activities: I love playing city league football and softball. I love to mime and do drama skits at church. I love to read and take walks in the park or just be outside. I love to fish and hunt and shoot guns at the gun range. I love love love board games, especially Monopoly.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Nothing except being away from my church on Sundays.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: I will use intelligence without showing I’m as smart as I am and I will befriend people to get to know them and use their strengths and weaknesses against them - no matter how or what I have to use to get what I want to make my plan work.
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? Jason from season 2 because he was representing for the men and played a great game to the end. I didn’t like Lisa from season 3.
What are you afraid of? I hate spiders and big birds.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? I was the first person in my immediate family to graduate from college after receiving a full athletic scholarship.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is…to conduct myself in a manner that is worthy of “Christ” and to live abundantly and share it with others.
What would you take into the house and why? 1. My Bible, because it’s my guide on how to live and love 2. My head phones and iPod because I have to have my music and 3. My XBox because it keeps me competitive and calms me.
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? Man, I would share it all on some level with the less fortunate and my family because I’m tired of them struggling. We would get some businesses started. Plus, I finally want my mom and sisters to ride a plane and go somewhere beautiful where there are no mosquitoes.

Jeremy McGuire
Age: 23
Hometown: Katy, Texas
Living: Clear Lake Shores, Texas
Occupation: Boat Shop Associate
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Charismatic, spontaneous and fearless.
Favorite Activities: Painting, skating, boating and any sports.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Not being able to keep in close contact with my mom, since I always have – it would be difficult to just stop.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: Just to be versatile and always keep in mind that I’m there to win and not make friends.
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? I’ve never really watched the show…my mom loves it though. She was the one who recommended that I sign up.
What are you afraid of? Poisonous animals.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? Buying and owning my own sail boat, by far.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is…Dream as if you live forever, live as if you die tomorrow.
What would you take into the house and why? Paint supplies, skateboard and a hacky sack.
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? I’m not sure…I guess work hard to stay famous.

Jessie Kowalski
Age: 25
Hometown: Beaumont, Texas
Living: San Antonio, Texas
Occupation: Unemployed
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Sexy, driven and smart.
Favorite Activities: Reading, social media, yoga, swimming, taking my dog on walks, laying by the pool, cooking and dancing.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Being away from my Ari. He is my whole world and we have a great mom-pup bond.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: Lay low as long as possible and align with the smartest and strongest! Also, make a final two deal with who I have the best connection with. Try to win as many competitions as possible. Be friendly, fun and helpful… and enjoy the ride.
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? Danielle was my favorite because she is pretty, cool, laid back and knows the game! Dick was my least favorite. I respect his gameplay but I would be annoyed by him.
What are you afraid of? Flying and overpasses.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? Graduating from University of Texas in 4 years and getting this opportunity with Big Brother means everything to me.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is… When at first you don’t succeed, try again.
What would you take into the house and why? My dog, Ari! Just kidding, but I would love that! My iPhone 5 so I could see what my friends and family are up to and my iPod because music keeps me entertained and helps me think.
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? I would be the happiest girl on the planet. I would love the opportunity to share my life with others and inspire people to follow their dreams!

Judd Daughtery
Age: 26
Hometown: Englewood, Tennessee
Lives: Etowah, Tennessee
Occupation: Property Appraiser
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Funny, unreadable and unpredictable.
Favorite Activities: I love to frog gig (frog hunting) in the summer. I also love to camp, have bonfires, cookouts, go to the river, lake, etc. I love anything outside when the weather is good. Anything with friends and family is a blast.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? If there’s someone I can’t stand I am used to just getting the hell away from them, so in the house it won’t be that easy. I will not only have to strategize a way to get them out of the game, I will also have to think if it’s a good time to get rid of them or if it would be better to keep them around and torture my sanity for a few more weeks just so it will help me more in the long run.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: My strategy is to play a complete social and strategic game, which I will be very good at. I would like to find an older loyal person to work with and also have a guy who is good at competitions that’s around my age I could relate to and that is loyal, and either a really hot girl or a smart person. Easier said than done, I don’t think a set strategy would ever work going into the game. But these are key character types I am going to be scoping out in hopes of making alliance or two. I want to outplay Will and Dan’s games. Come on, its possible!!!
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? DanBB10, Russell BB11, Keesha BB10, are 3 of my favorite players based on their gameplay and how their attitudes were in the house. I also like Jeff, Jordan, Danielle, Cassi, Dominic, Frank, Jojo etc. (I’m a fan). I despised Ronnie BB11 and "Cowboy" BB5 and also didn’t like Mike Boogie!!!!! Mike Boogie is my least favorite player to ever play the game.
What are you afraid of? Heights and spiders!
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? Overcoming and dealing with anxiety! I have had anxiety all of my life and never really realized it. When I was about 21 I had a panic attack. I realized I had anxiety issues and though I did get some Xanax, I also had to coach myself and train my brain how to not get nervous and it works! It took me a little bit but I have really learned how to stop it before it happens and just make myself chill. You would never understand what an accomplishment this was unless you have ever had anxiety.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is… Life’s a game, you should always be strategic and be ready for your next move.
What would you take into the house and why? iPhone (would never happen) camera to take crazy pics with my new friends and pranks we pull. 2. Picture of family 3. A ball ( we could make up so many games with a ball) I’m not big on material things, I would be fine with just the basic BB necessities.
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? I would appreciate BB for doing that for me and I would try to enjoy my 15 minutes as long as I could. If I made a lot of money I would like to travel, donate to St. Judes, and maybe even go on a couple mission trips.

Kaitlin Barnaby
Age: 23
Hometown: Vadnais Heights, Minnesota
Lives: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Occupation: Bartender
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Persevering, tenacious and analytical.
Favorite Activities: Enjoying music and coffee in a shop, taking walks and just being outside on beautiful days biking, running, etc.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Being cut off from the outside world. I am very dependent on the people in my life.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: Stay strong and focused! Don’t let these people play you since they can be very manipulative and fake. I’m a very closed off person and will keep to myself.
What are you afraid of? Spiders and the dark mostly…also dying alone.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? Overcoming the obstacles in my life and things my family has thrown at me and the person it has made me today.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is…People are as happy as they choose to be.
What would you take into the house and why? My computer to stay somewhat connected to my friends and family, my closet because I’m clothes and shoes crazy and my Sudoku or a book to help me sleep at night.
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? Pay off all of my debt, enjoy my 15 minutes of fame and send my money towards good causes.

McCrae Olson
Age: 23
Hometown: Zimmerman, Minn.
Occupation: pizza delivery guy
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Funny, observant and calculating.
Favorite Activities: I love playing ice-hockey out on the ponds. I also love reading comics and playing video games. Typical boy stuff.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Just having my own privacy. It’s going to be tough having cameras on you 24/7 and trying to find a little peace in there.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother:” My strategy is to play like James from Big Brother 6. Play smart when you need to, play physical when you need to and lay low.
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? My favorite player is of course Will Kirby. The way that man played the game is like watching the most beautiful ballet ever. It just seems like his mind was built for this game. There is something so beautiful about it.
What are you afraid of? Mice and ventriloquist dummies.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? Right now I am working on this cartoon that I created and wrote. I am so proud of it.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is…Don’t take life too seriously…have a little fun with it.
What would you take into the house and why? A book, pen and paper. A book because I love reading and it’s going to be tough not reading anything in the house, and pen/paper because then I could write scripts, skits and draw to entertain myself.
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? I would use that fame to tell better stories through the video medium.

Nick Uhas
Age: 28
Hometown: Hilliard, New York
Lives: New York, New York
Occupation: Entrepreneur
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Positive, adventurous and excited.
Favorite Activities: Skating, running, biking, lifting, hiking, skiing, snow-boarding, traveling, anything and everything that keeps your body moving…haha, yes…everything.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Not having information coming in from the outside world.... it will be like a nuclear bomb shelter living ... I can still rock, it will basically be like wrestling season or studying for the MCAT operates.
Strategy for winning “Big Brother”: Make quick and personal relationships with a very select few. Stick with them through the thick and thin.... this is really the only way to rock n’ roll.
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? Mike Malin the most! He is the man! His personality and attitude are perfect and on point…he's an entrepreneur and smart as hell. I disliked Ashley... she's a spray tan technician.
What are you afraid of? Actually nothing...my body is afraid of heights because there is potential damage... but my mind knows how to deal with it. My body will react to things like grinding a 20 foot drop rail and 540'ing off to the flat pavement with nervousness... but my mind is stronger, which is why I am a great roller-blader... overcoming your physical fears with your mind!
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? I placed 7th place in the North American World Championship, Aggressive Skating Association (stunt rollerblading); 4th place, Division 1 wrestling State of Ohio 135 lbs; Graduated with a 3.92 B.S. biology (Pre-Med major), minor at Yale University in Economics.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is…Work wild, live free.
What would you take into the house and why? Organic Peanut Butter and Jam with cracked wheat bread: I live on PB and J's... I know they are good and healthy and I love them! My phone to Instagram all the crazy stuff that goes down. Tony Robbins CD's (every single one of them): to stay focused, sharp and on point!
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? I would use all of the brand equity as a entrepreneur and keep the ball rolling and build the life I want... the exact life!!! Hosted Shows, Web Shows, Partnerships, branded products as residual of shows, collaborations, restaurants, coffee company, expert press consulting, the sky is the limit!!

Spencer Clawson
Age: 31
Hometown: Conway, Arkansas
Occupation: Railroad Conductor
Marital Status: Single
Three adjectives that describe you: Mouthy, opinionated and chill.
Favorite Activities: Watching TV and renovating my other house.
What do you think will be the most difficult part about living inside the “Big Brother” house? Being away from my dogs and trying to play my way through the game, the stress and the mental gymnastics you have to put forward to get through this thing.
Why will you make a great houseguest?: I'm highly competitive, assertive, very funny but I'm also polarizing. People tend to either really like me or not like me. I feel like I'm very easy to get along with as long as I'm doing what I want to be doing. I understand that Big Brother is a very complicated game and I'll be laying ground work from the very beginning to get me through to the very end. Being from Arkansas I've got a real laid back personality and people are drawn to me.
Which past “Big Brother” cast member did you like most or least? I liked James from season 6 and all-stars and Enzo the most. I like Chima the least.
What are you afraid of? I don’t have any phobias.
What is the accomplishment you are most proud of? Getting my job at the railroad on my own merit.
Finish this sentence: My life’s motto is…A smooth sea never made a skillful sailor.
What would you take into the house and why? Picture of my dog Murdock because I love him, a good coat because I get cold easily and some Twix.
What would you do if “Big Brother” made you famous? I’d think it was awesome.
http://www.cbs.com/shows/big_brother/cast

[Anna Michele]

Players/Participants

1. Laurawill=Aaryn Gries
2. Cricket22=Amanda Zuckerman
3. AmandaBanana=Andy Herren
4. Pristinefury=Candice Stewart
5. Peachykeen=David Girton
6. tthomp47=Elissa Slater
7. MrsMer=GinaMarie Zimmerman
8. Missbee217=Helen Kim
9. KK7 =Howard Overby
10. Ottawa =Jeremy McGuire
11. Lesley73 =Jessie Kowalski
12. Momto2ks=Judd Daughtery
13. Anna Michele=Kaitlin Barnaby
14.Peachykeen=McCrae Olson
15. Lesley=Nick Uhas
16.Cricket=Spencer Clawson

[LauraWill]

Yes please

[temmy_34]

Im in!

[pristinefury]

I'll play!

[scbpooh]

I will probably want in but its really way too early to get in on this. i will probably forget by this summer!

[Anna Michele]

*SPOILERS*


Week 1 - HOH McCRAE has nominated JESSIE and CANDICE (Peachy)

1st MVP - Elissa (tthomp)

1st Power of VETO- McCrae THIS GUY IS ON A ROLL! (Peachy)


Week 2 - HOH Aaryn has nominated Helen and Elissa (Laurawill)

2nd MVP - Elissa (tthomp)

2nd Power of VETO- Jeremy (Ottawa)


Week 3 - HOH Helen(Missbee) has nominated Aaryn and Kaitlyn
*STILL NEEDS TO CHOOSE PRIZE*
3rd MVP - Elissa (tthomp)(no surprise there) nom Spencer

3rd Power of Veto - Kaitlyn (Anna Michele)-didn't see that one coming


Week 4 - HOH Judd (Momto2ks)

4th MVP - America nominated Aaryn, Elissa
4th Power of Veto - Elissa (tthomp)

Week 5 - HOH Aaryn (Laurawill) nominated Spencer and Howard - renom is Candice

5th MVP - America nominated Amanda

5th Power of Veto - Spencer (cricket)

Week 6 - HOH GIna MArie (MrsMer) WHAAAAAAAAt nominated Jessie & Candace renom Spencer

MVP - America again Amanda is up on the block again

6th Power of Veto - Jessie (Lesley73)

Double Eviction

HOH - Aaryn (Laurawill) nominate Jessie and Spencer

Veto winner Jessie (Lesley) renom JU-D-D

7th HOH - Andy (AmandaBanana)

Power of Veto - Andy (AmandaBanana)

8th HOH - Aaryn (Laurawill) nominated Helen & Elissa (go Aaryn!!)

Power of Veto-Elissa(tthomp) renom is Spencer

9th HOH- Elissa(tthomp) nominated Aaryn & McCrae

returning Jury member - JU.D.D. (Momto2ks)

Power of Veto - Amanda "Nooooooooo" (Cricket22)

10th HOH - GM (MrsMer) nominates Amanda and McCrae

Luxury Comp - Spencer (Cricket) $10,000

Power of Veto - McCrae (Peachykeen) Bye Bye Amanda

11th HOH - McCrae(Peachykeen)

Power of Veto - JUDD* (Momto2ks)

12th HOH - Spencer(Cricket) nominated McCrae/GM

Power of Veto - McCrae (Peachykeen) renom JUDD

13th HOH - Andy (AmandaBanana)

Power of Veto - Andy (AmandaBanana)

Part 1 Final HOH winner - GM*(MrsMer) my prediction she takes it all
Part 2 Final HOH winner - Andy (AmandaBanana)

Andy and GM face off winner evicts the last houseguest and is guaranteed a spot in the final 2

[amandabananda]

My 3 month anniversary is coming up. I'd like a place please! I llooooove BB!
Of course, if they bring back Jessie again, I may lose it! He drives me crazy!

[missbee217]

Me, please!

Will mail out later this week (Should be in on time, that way!)

[Anna Michele]

BB IS RIGGED FROM THE GET-GO

Dear Amanda Z.

Little do you know the controversy you have started. While you had some help from CBS, you have made some critical errors, personally, strategically and professionally. CBS really should have pulled you from the show and helped you find some professional help. You're always talking about truth. Well, here it is: YOU ARE A BULLY AND AN EMBARRASSMENT AS A HUMAN BEING!!! What is wrong with you? So you don’t like Elissa. WHO GIVES A !!! It’s more than obvious you are jealous of her strong moral fiber, character and couth. (In case your narrow mind doesn’t know what that means, it means sophistication and refinement.) Elissa exemplifies grace and finesse while remaining cool, calm and collected under duress, duress that you inflicted on her. While she has displayed class and elegance, you have displayed crudeness and wickedness. You prance around half naked, flashing your privates to America, foul mouth, racial jokes, harassing behavior, death fantasies, physical threats not to mention you wouldn’t know the broadside of a bar of soap if it slapped you in the face. How can you live in such filth? Standard basic cleanliness: pick up your clothes, use a tissue instead of your clothes, put dishes in the sink, not your nightstand, handle your feminine problems instead of wiping perfume on them. The list goes on and on. As embarrassing as this was, it was all displayed on NATIONAL LIVE FEEDS!!! On top of all of that, you launch a hysterical verbal assault on Elissa just because you didn't get your way. That wreaks of being a spoiled brat. But to go after her child as a way to get to her? Who would go that far? You did, multiple times and we all heard it. Going after Elissa’s son not only set you apart from the bull of this season (Aaryn’s racism, Spencer’s jokes of kiddie and the endless supply of lies and trash talking) but it gives us a glimpse into the thoughts you keep in your head. I mean, who talks about harpooning a child in the face? I can’t imagine you as a mother after seeing who you really are on this show. Not only have you tainted yourself as a person, but who do you think will buy a house from someone who goes after children? Who would buy a house from someone who flashes her privates, lives like a slob, wears clothes with boogers on it, harasses people and makes death threats like a crazy person and has sex with someone who doesn’t bathe and thinks this is the coolest way to be? I would NEVER buy a house from you. You call yourself a “high end” realtor? You have portrayed yourself as a woman with low morals and a classless arrogance who knows no boundaries and thinks its funny to joke about killing a child. Going on this show wasn’t a mistake. Acting the fool was. I feel horrible for Elissa’s family. They have raised two amazing daughters and because they don't fit into your spoiled, hate filled, egotistical view of life, you push things that far. You don't have to like everyone but this is not "The World According To Amanda Z." and it doesn't revolve around you. Just because you don't like someone doesn't mean it is EVER ok to talk about killing her, raping her and bathing in her blood. Who does that? That goes beyond any emotional distress brought on in that house. Elissa, on the other hand, didn't deserve that and I'm so proud of her for not giving in to your harassment, your bullying, your mental brain fart that exposed, not her short coming, but yours. She can hold her head high knowing she didn’t act in such an inhumane manner. You can not. If you ever have kids, how will you explain your behavior, your nudity, your messiness, your craziness? Do you think your child won’t get picked on for that? You have a lot to learn about people, kids and society. While your ranting " you America" and "I hate America" we are watching you crash and burn. While we can forgive, we NEVER forget. It’s a shame too. You’re too immature and egotistical to see the error of your ways. You had such promise but you threw it all away for a quick screw (and I mean quick, we all saw it), sloppy living, crazy mental issues and too much drama. Now on to your family. People harassing your mom and family isn’t good but you can't control the hideousness of others just as no one can control you. While they don't deserve to be harassed due to their relation to you, one can't help but wonder why you would do this to them. On national TV, you obviously opted not to act as a woman but as an immoral, low character, vicious person who in my opinion, doesn't deserve the money. Why? You are not a positive role model in any way, shape or form. You offered nothing endearing about yourself and anything there could have been was deeply overshadowed. The ugliness of your personality is mirrored only by the ignorance of your mouth. Good job. But this is your cross to bear, we were all just a witness to it. You really should have known better and now you have to live with the fall out. Your actions have MANY, MANY consequences, not only to you but to those around you and to those whom you may not even know. Hope it was all worth it. This is your truth, now sit with your consequences. Good luck, you’re going to need it.
Posted by J.M. at 17:45
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more amanda drama - let the bully go!


nice save Elissa





Čan Amanda get kicked out for saying she wants to kill Candice?

11:37 PM Amanda has been going on a rant about Candice. She's called her a fat, ugly b**** pig. She'd like to harpoon her. She wants to sharpen a butter knife so she can kill Candice.

11:43 PM Amanda says guys,I want 2 kill Candice .I want 2 sharpen one of those butter knives & Aaryn says-They're about to call you into DR

[tthomp47]

I'll Play

[Anna Michele]

CBS says BB15 episodes will buck the recent seasons’ schedule and instead air on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Moving the weekday broadcasts up a night means the HGs will have more time before a Friday nomination and less time after a Monday PoV ceremony if production keeps the in-house events on the same old schedule. Houseguests will get an extra day to fight, struggle, and be good hamsters filled with paranoia. Just the way we like them!

http://bigbrothernetwork.com/why-big...e-this-season/