Lecture Notes: Living in a Bunker for 100 Days

Introduction

• Two participants: Hugo and Rayne
• They are going to live in a nuclear bunker for 100 days
• Half a million dollars at stake if they complete the challenge together

Bunker Overview

• The bunker is located 40 feet underground.
• Contains everything needed for survival, including the ability to grow vegetables.
• Each participant has their own bedroom.
• They must cooperate to win the money.

Initial Impressions

• First meeting between Hugo and Rayne after blindfolds removed.
• Excited yet nervous about the challenge ahead.
• They express disbelief at the situation and the money involved.

Day-to-Day Life

• Day 1: Initial bonding, cooking breakfast, learning to work together.
• Day 2-4: Challenges begin to arise; Hugo and Rayne argue about snoring and chores.
• Day 5-10: Boredom sets in; they explore hobbies like playing guitar and learning Spanish.
• Day 10 Twist: A button press introduces a new element of jeopardy - a timer that could burn their money if it reaches zero.

Challenges and Cooperation

• Daily alarm system creates tension.
• They slowly start working together better.
• Days 20-30: New offers from Jimmy increase the prize money but also the difficulty of the challenge.
• They decide to stick together and face new challenges.

Progress and Tensions

• By day 40, tension escalates due to chores and responsibilities.
• Hugo feels burdened by cooking and cleaning.
• Day 40 offer introduces temptation to leave for $100,000 but they choose to stay together.
• Day 50: A party is held to celebrate their halfway point with a chocolate cake.

Relationship Strain

• Days 51-70: After Ryan leaves, the dynamics change again; tension returns.
• They struggle with living together and responsibilities.
• Hugo has moments of wanting to leave, but ultimately stays.

Final Phase

• Day 90: New offers and challenges increase the stakes with the timer.
• They set up a plan to handle the final days effectively.
• Day 98: Last-minute mistakes lead to frustration.

Conclusion: Day 100

• After 100 days, they successfully complete the challenge.
• Both participants receive their share of the winnings.
• They express gratitude and personal growth from the experience.