What is the first thing you would do if you were marooned on a desert island? With no possessions, food or shelter? A scary thought for your average human, but not for this week's guest. Meet Tom, who is an expert in wilderness bushcraft and all things survival. He knows exactly what to do in every perilous situation, and is here to share his knowledge with Joe and Tom, so they don't have to resort to eating each other. They talk about making fire, pirates and a spider that gives you a 24 hour erection when it bites you... so basically covering all bases.

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