Rod Ansell
This goo was worth a point in October 2025.
publication date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025 (part of October 2025)
category: 
Accidents
clue: His no-big-deal attitude towards his survival ordeal in the Australian outback inspired a hit 1980s comedy film.
explanation: In 1977, Ansell unintentionally became stranded deep in the wilderness for two months with very limited supplies but extensive knowledge of survival techniques. The story attracted widespread media attention and inspired the movie Crocodile Dundee. more…
intended difficulty: medium
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, Samir Mehta, Richard Slominsky, Matthew Preston, and Erik Bates
trivia: Ansell was the uncle-in-law of Thor actor Chris Hemsworth.
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