Jessica Kayrouz
Challenges:2
Episodes:2
Locations:Colombia, South Africa
Jessica Kayrouz is an Indiana-based survivalist, writer, and Indiana University-trained creative who served in the military. She appeared on Naked and Afraid in Naked and Afraid S11E16 "Don't Cave In" and returned for Naked and Afraid S13E4 "USA vs. World", becoming known for befriending a wild baby monkey she named Twig. Her debut novella, A Scout in Mimic Grounds: Breaching the Surface, earned a 5-Star Seal Award from Readers' Favorite in 2018.
Challenge Summary
2Naked and Afraid: 2
- Don't Cave InNaked and Afraid(2020)
Colombia - USA vs. WorldNaked and Afraid(2021)
South Africa
Items Brought
Items Given
Appearances
| Episode | Series | Air Date | Location | Days | PSR | Result | Brought | Given |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Don't Cave In | Naked and Afraid | 2020-05-10 | Colombia | โ | 7.0 | โ | ๐ฅ fire starter | ๐ฒ pot |
| USA vs. World | Naked and Afraid | 2021-08-22 | South Africa | โ | 7.3 | โ | ๐ช knife | ๐ฅ fire starter, ๐ฒ pot |
Curated by Brad Said ยท Last updated May 28, 2026.
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