Game Shows

Ryan Manton's episodes of Jeopardy! that aired last week were actually all filmed during one day in June. He won around $86,000.

After months of controversy, Jeopardy! resumed last month with new episodes and an Ohio-born contestant on a hot streak. We discuss the popularity of quiz shows through the years, and how the cheating scandal of the 1950s resulted in laws governing the industry.

After months of controversy, Jeopardy! resumes new episodes tonight with an Ohio-born contestant on a hot streak. We discuss the popularity of quiz shows through the years, and how the cheating scandal of the 1950s resulted in laws governing the industry.

Today we are asking what makes game shows last and why their appeal has endured over the years. And, what has remained constant in game shows and what has…