Mark & Olly: Living with the Mek Tribes

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Mark & Olly's "Living with the Mek" showcases the challenges faced by the hosts as they immerse themselves in the lives of one of the last primitive tribes. Viewers express admiration for the show's portrayal of the Mek tribe and the lengths the hosts go to document their experiences. The discussion highlights the intriguing aspects of tribal life, including cultural artifacts like pecker gourds, which some find unappealing. Additionally, a memorable moment from the show involves the hosts' struggle to capture pigs as a gift for the tribe, emphasizing the difficulties encountered in their journey. Overall, the series is well-received for its engaging content and exploration of unique cultures.
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Anyone else watch Mark & Olly - living with the Mek?

The suffering these two endure to chronicle the last primiitve tribes is remarkable. I love their shows. The last tribe they lived with before the Mek was also quite fascinating.
 
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Yeah, pretty cool show. I wouldn't want a pecker gourd though...Or atleast, I'd make my own.
 
binzing said:
Yeah, pretty cool show. I wouldn't want a pecker gourd though...Or atleast, I'd make my own.
Yeah, those gourds don't exactly look comfy.
 
Its a good show. I remember they had to capture a bunch of pigs as a gift but couldnt.
 
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