Jeopardy! is known for having some raunchy and hilarious questions. The show is also known for inviting extravagant guests that can make a boring question groundbreaking with their unique (and often incorrect) answers. We’ve spoken about the dirty questions and the worst answers that will leave you laughing. But what about the best questions? In […]
25 Hilarious and Surprisingly Dirty Jeopardy! Questions
Jeopardy! writers can be surprisingly funny at times, and some of the best Jeopardy! moments happen when the show gets wild! Slipping a dirty question in the pile is a sure way to make the audience laugh. What’s even better is when the question is as innocent as they come, but the contestants manage to […]
The Real Reason Jeopardy! Contestants Know So Much
After years and years of watching Jeopardy! on TV, you must be wondering, are these people really that smart? Is Jeopardy! scripted? Is it even possible to defeat the winningest contestants? Realistically, there has never been a time when I was able to answer all the questions in one episode. It simply seems impossible. Do […]
The 25 Worst Jeopardy! Answers That Will Leave You Laughing
In the world of television game shows and trivia, Jeopardy! is no traditional game show. The show puts a unique spin on trivia and invites contestants to answer trivia questions backwards. What’s the fun in simple trivia games anyway, right? If you wanted to answer questions about geography, history, and literature, you could just sit […]
The 15 Most Common Categories in Jeopardy! and FAQ
Jeopardy! is a successful television game show that’s been on air for over 50 years. Simply calling Jeopardy! a game show would not do it justice. It’s a worldwide empire with a number of television shows, merchandise, and even some video games and a phone game app! At its core, Jeopardy! is a trivia game. […]
Everything You Need to Know About the TWO New Jeopardy! Hosts
Jeopardy! is an American TV trivia game show that we all know and love. Ever since its inception, Jeopardy! has been targeting families and good citizens of America. All of that changed recently and the show received some criticism from viewers. Ever since Alex Trebek’s passing, the producers of the show have been looking for […]
Mike Richards: What Really Happened to the Would-Be Jeopardy! Host?
For many years, families have gathered in the living room in the evening to watch none other but the famous television game show Jeopardy! If you grew up anytime in the ‘80s or ‘90s, you probably have some similar memories of your own. Jeopardy! is no boring game show, though; there’s a twist. The questions […]
What’s a Coryat Score in Jeopardy!? Everything You Need to Know
If you have ever looked at those expert Jeopardy! websites that list every stat imaginable, have peeked into the J-Archive, or read posts on J-board or the Jeopardy! subreddit, you’ve almost definitely come across the term ‘Coryat Score.’ Sounds fancy. And it kind of is! But even for non-mathletes (like me), it’s easy enough to […]
4 Jeopardy! Drinking Games to Get You Buzzing!
As the pandemic danger starts to wane in many places, and the world opens up, you’re going to want to get together with pals and have a raucous time. But, also, you don’t want to miss your favorite tv quiz show, Jeopardy!, like, ever. Socializing vs. ‘Must-See TV’ (but not Must-See TV): The Eternal Struggle. […]
Here’s How to Get on Jeopardy!
Here’s the deal: You’ve been watching America’s Favorite Quiz Show™ for literally decades, and are sure that you could play better than half the contestants on any given week’s shows, but you’ve never bothered to actually pursue the fame! Glory! Money! that awaits a Jeopardy! contestant. You may be aware that you apply online somehow? […]
Five Insider Behind-the-Scenes Facts About Jeopardy! Taping
With taping hundreds of episodes a year, a team of producers and assistants doing months and months of research, writing, and contestant-recruiting, and—for some players—years of preparation, you might be surprised by how quickly Jeopardy! records a season’s worth of shows… kinda? Keep reading to find out more about Jeopardy!’s unique production schedule. Please note: […]
The Giant Killers: What Does it Take to Defeat the Winningest Jeopardy! Champions?
There are a few levels of Jeopardy! smart. The folks who can shout correct answers most of the time when they are watching the show on their television sets. The folks who get on the show, after rigorous testing and auditioning to test those smarts. The folks who not only win on Jeopardy!, but go […]
Weird and Wild Jeopardy! Scores and Situations
Sometimes, you can tune into Jeopardy! for weeks at a time without any super excitement, giant hauls of money, or champions who last more than a show or two. Which is fine! It’s normal! But this piece is not about normal. Of course, it’s always fun to watch along, to shout responses at the screen […]
How Much Money Do Jeopardy! Contestants Really Get?
Unless you are a Ken Jennings, a Brad Rutter, or a similarly champion-y winner, iconic TV game show Jeopardy! might not be the route to riches that you think it is. You may be shocked to find out that you probably won’t make much money at all; in fact, for many contestants (no matter how […]
What They Really Tell You Before You Go On Jeopardy!
Whether you are a Jeopardy! aspirant, or just a giant fan, you may have wondered how on Earth a contestant is prepared by the show; I’m not talking about the mondo amount of studying to which a potential player might embark on their own, but what Sony Pictures and the rest of the Jeopardy! production […]
The Ultimate Guide to Every Jeopardy! Video Game
This title is a little misleading, as we couldn’t get our hands on every single Jeopardy! video game that ever existed, and apparently there have been over 40! Some of the older ones are hard to come across these days. Yes, I’m talking about the Nintendo Entertainment Systems games and the first Jeopardy! for PlayStation. […]
A List of Eight Jeopardy! Board and Card Games Ranked
Surely you’re familiar with Jeopardy! The iconic game show has been around since 1964 and has created a loyal fan base since its inception. As the show continues to air, it generates high viewership and provides excellent entertainment. Like most people, you’ve probably wanted to go on the show yourself. It’s fun to answer questions […]