Naked and Afraid XL

About Naked and Afraid XL

Naked and Afraid XL is a reality TV series that premiered in 2015 and is a spin-off from the original TV series, Naked and Afraid. The show challenges a group of survivalists to survive for 40 days in some of the world's most extreme environments with no clothing, food, or water. Each contestant brings with them one survival item of their choice. The show tests survival skills, endurance, and human spirit. The series is a true test of the human will and spirit.

Making / Production

The series has been aired on Discovery Channel and produced by Renegade 83 productions. Each season, the production team carefully selects an unpredictable, extreme environment where the contestants have to survive. The selection of survivalists is based on their previous performance, survival skills, adaptability, and determination.

Actors

• EJ Snyder : A former Army Sergeant and survival expert, EJ was a strong presence on the show. He demonstrated resilience and vast survival knowledge.
• Laura Zerra : Known for her adaptability and resourcefulness, Laura added a significant survival dynamic to the show.
• Jeff Zausch : A reputable survival expert, Jeff showcased his impressive survival skills and strategies throughout the show.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The entire series was filmed with a small skeleton crew who also lived and survived in the same harsh conditions as the participants.
• The longest that any contestant has survived on the show is 60 days.
• Some locations where the show has been filmed include South Africa, Colombia, and Ecuador.

Quotes

• “The wilderness is brutal. It’s your enemy. It’s your ally. You have to learn to live with it.” – Jeff Zausch
• “You’d be surprised what the human body is capable of.” – EJ Snyder
• “Surviving isn’t about beating nature, it’s about coexisting with it” – Laura Zerra

Music, Soundtrack

• The mix of suspenseful and calming music on the show is by a composer faced with the daunting task of trying to articulate the full range of human emotions and bouts of extreme physical exertion.
• The jungle's noises and contestants' struggles provide a rhythmic backdrop to the original score.