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 […]
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? […]
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, the net gain […]
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 16 Best Trivia Trivia Apps You Should Check Out Immediately
Written by Anastasia Voloshina and Steve Wright Itching to get your trivia fix right at your fingertips? Want to play some trivia from the comfort of your own home? Looking for a fun pub quiz night without having to go to a pub? Intrigued by the idea of winning money from your own home by […]
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 […]
The Complete List of Trivia Game Shows On the Air in the US
What can be better than live television? That’s right, TV game shows! You’ll know what I’m talking about if you grew up watching them. The game is even better if the theme is trivia; you can play along and answer the questions too! If you haven’t watched TV in a while, it may surprise you […]
Why Are There No Official Trivial Pursuit Mobile Apps? What Alternatives Do You Have?
If you consider yourself a fan of Trivial Pursuit, you might wonder why the brand hasn’t released an official mobile app. Though there is nothing wrong with the classic Trivial Pursuit board game format, sometimes people need a change of pace. To answer your question, allow me to take you through a brief history of […]