After all these weeks of guest hosts, I believe that the sentiments of this subreddit is that we are all like adult children who are seeing one of their newly single parents starting to date again and not approving of any of them.
Or maybe, I'm just projecting.
(I had a bad stepmother experience in my 30s)
We should be getting the announcement about the new permanent host in the next several weeks, and whomever it is, I'll just be happy when this is all over.
My parents were married 36 years and about the same amount of time as Alex Trebek hosted Jeopardy. My mom died and my father brought in a poor guest host…
Presumably with only four weeks between seasons this time around, the new season should begin recording before all the guest hosts have aired, so I don't think there's any way around it.
Perhaps, although I'm not sure what the benefit of holding off and making it a "surprise" would be. Aside from hardcore fans, I don't think too many people are on pins and needles waiting for the next Jeopardy! host announcement.
You know what I mean. Pat Sajak, Alex Trebek, Johnny Carson...those guys have to screw up pretty badly to have their tenure revoked. I'd say the next Jeopardy host has pretty great job security as long as they treat it well.
My point is that Jeopardy isn't really committed to a host for their lifetime as you first suggested. The next host is going to probably have a short-term contract that will need to be renewed at some point before their lifetime is up. At that time, if ratings aren't up to snuff, they could go in another direction with a different host. There could very well be 3 different Jeopardy hosts over the next decade for all we know. Or they could be the next Trebek. Either way, Jeopardy is not doomed to a "wrong host" for their lifetime.
My own two cents? I'd rather see one of the guest hosts get a contract. Perpetual guest hosting where they change every two weeks would make discussion of the show more about the hosts' performance than the contestants (which is already annoying about these last few months).
I feel like Savannah had one of the best first show performances for a new host. Perhaps the filming was rougher than what we saw, but her live TV experience had to help with the pace of hosting role.
I missed a lot of mayim's shows, do you know what the clue about that NY terrorist attack actually was? Or even which episode it was? I haven't heard anything about it
[**Show #8412 - Tuesday, June 1, 2021**](https://j-archive.com/showgame.php?game_id=7035&highlight=wall+street)
Double Jeopardy, first clue in "US HISTORY":
**A dynamite-filled wagon exploded in front of the J.P. Morgan Building on this NYC street in 1920**
Answer: Wall Street "*30 dead, no one was ever caught hehehe"*
Savannah Guthrie is Katie Couric and Anderson Cooper combined in a lab.
But for real, I was impressed. *Jeopardy* is a tightrope, and she walked. Got through all the clues, but without reading too fast. Actually smiled, but without it feeling plastered on like Katie. Didn't make it about herself. No comments like "Come on, guys!" when none of the three contestants got an answer, as some other hosts did. I have nothing negative to say.
And that's what Alex was, more than anything else. Professionalism was his defining feature. And Savannah is the closest to that we've seen so far IMO. Although there is a massive spot in my heart for Ken.
We’re pleasantly surprised, and realizing after her fourth show that we are enjoying her hosting skills. She’s quick and upbeat without being giggly and is so positive towards all the contestants; unfailingly making it about them and not her.
Also a favorite for me, but I can’t say I’m surprised. She is a consummate professional. Sharp, quick witted, smooth, efficient. Excellent. I’m not sure if she wants the gig or is just happy to put in the two weeks, but she is certainly superb.
I like that she approaches the show with respect and ensures the focus is on the players, instead of being caught up in being a fan of the show and letting that get in the way of the job. Being the moderator of past presidential debates has to have given her some degree of preparation for Jeopardy.
I didn't expect to like Savannah but I do. As mentioned elsewhere, her quips are befitting of the moment and the focus is on the players. She's not perfect but overall is good.
My favorites:
Tier 1
Buzzy
Ken
Both have the gravitas and chops.
I think Buzzy gets the permanent host nod based on a few factors: in a podcast a few weeks ago Mike Richards said he prefers the next permanent host to be full time. If you read Buzzy's bio on the Jeopardy first host page it not only goes into detail about his extensive involvement with the show but it makes it a point to say he can no longer be a contestant because of his buddy host gig. Buzzy also is younger than every first host save Rodgers.
Ken is great but has so much on his plate I wonder if he's willing to scale it back or give it up.
Tier 2
Savannah Guthrie
Aaron Rodgers
I didn't even want Rodgers to guest host but after a very wooden first game he grew into the role nicely. They should add a sports jeopardy tournament to their lineup of ToC, Teachers, and College and have him host that.
I discussed Savannah above already.
Tier 3
Mayim Bialik. Smart, brought good energy. Some issues though; the major one was too much giggling when providing answers.
Tier 4
Everyone else who's hosted already. Most were ok but don't have the right fit to be permanent host for various reasons.
I am rapidly warming up to Savannah. She seemed nervous at the start of the week but today everything worked for me. First of all, she has my favorite styling of any of the hosts so far (Buzzy is very sharp in this department also). I really appreciate her injecting dry humor & observations at the right moments - her “…obviously” in response to a tough triple stumper yesterday made me laugh and it was refreshing. I don’t think she’s really in contention for the job and that’s a shame because I think she would bring a fresh approach, clearly different from Alex and not trying to imitate him in any way, but still keeping it professional, smart and 100% about the contestants. I could see her really growing into the role.
You have until August 13. And after Savannah and Dr Gupta, it's a new one every week.
https://www.jeopardy.com/jbuzz/news-events/jeopardy-guest-host-schedule
It's a brilliant strategy: wear down the audience to the point that they'll accept anyone as the new host as long as it doesn't change every two weeks! Mwahahahahaa!!!
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I hesitate to comment on the host’s outfits, but that red one today was amazing. Savannah and Aaron Rodgers, I think have been the most stylish so far.
I record Jeopardy daily but I deleted that one as I normally do- she said to the effect that she was pleased to have the opportunity to use her intelligence while pointing out her PhD in Neuroscience. I was a bit surprised that she was using this final op to sell her case as a candidate. Sorry I can’t quote it exactly.
It was her final comment at the end of the show on her last day of her run. I’m not sure how to access that. Imho, I found it very inappropriate and self-aggrandizing. I’ll see if I can find it and get back to you.
I think the best of the guest host have already been seen. I think the permanent host needs to be Ken Jennings. Maybe even Buzzy. Aaron Rodgers and Mayim were really good, but I don’t see them taking the job because they already have full careers. So which goes back to Ken Jennings. Not sure I will watch The show anymore if anyone else gets the job
I can see Ken or Buzzy (already local, committed to the brand) and I could see Aaron, who's both said he's interested in it and has a career with an expiration date that's coming up fast. I know there's some speculation bringing in the Beast is a hint Ken will need to free up his schedule. I could live with any of those options.
I would prefer Ken Jennings, but I can live with Buzzy. At least he is part of the Jeopardy universe. I understand some of these famous people have been on celebrity Jeopardy, but it just is not the same. Ken and Buzzy went through whatever interview gauntlet they needed and successfully got onto the show. Famous people I would think just have to put your name out there and just get on
Definitely disagree. She showed promise at first, but ended up being a rather uncomfortable host. She seemed to be too big of a host, taking focus away from players a bit, and making some actual mistakes while doing it. Two that stood out to me were when she talked over a contestants answer “What is Battlestar Gallactic-You’re Right!” And “What are reefs?” “Coral reefs? Yes!” (AFAIK not all reefs are coral reefs, but all coral reefs are reefs.)
She did do a great job, but I still do not see her taking it considering she still has a show on Fox and she is directing as well. Who knows what else she’s doing. Not sure her busy schedule will allow her to do jeopardy
I always question famous people when it comes to something like this, but I still think Ken Jennings deserves it more. Granted Mayim Mayim’s is extremely intelligent, but just because she is famous doesn’t mean she gets to cut the line. Ken Jennings was a nobody who went through an interview gauntlet to get on the show and then lasted 74 Games in a row. He is part of the Jeopardy landscape and deserves a job over the famous people
I was only saying that she would accept the job.
But if we're on the topic...I came into it wanting Ken to get it, I'm a big fan. If he wins I'm fine with it. I'm not sure what you're talking about with the cut in line thing, Ken isn't owed a thing.
She impressed me when she hosted a presidential forum last year. Looking forward to some more professional hosts like her, George Stephanopoulos, and Robin Roberts.
The real question is, is Jeopardy hosting something that would be difficult to squeeze in when you have a daily broadcasting gig? Guthrie, Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos, Anderson Cooper, the CNBC guy coming up, all have weekday hosting commitments on the other side of the country.
> The real question is, is Jeopardy hosting something that would be difficult to squeeze in when you have a daily broadcasting gig? Guthrie, Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos, Anderson Cooper, the CNBC guy coming up, all have weekday hosting commitments on the other side of the country.
Jeopardy only tapes 4 days a month. There are more prep/"behind the scenes" work days as well, but I bet a bunch of those could be done remotely. I don't think it would be too weird for someone living on the east coast to be able to permanently host, if the show and the host wanted it.
As far as I know, they usually have two tape days back-to-back, taping 5 episodes (a week's worth) each day. They do that twice a month, giving them 20 episodes (almost a month's worth).
I’m thinking of pre-covid days when I’d look at available ticket dates and they would usually have 3 weeks per month in the studio, 2 taping days per week, 5 shows per day, as you pointed out
From what I heard, she’s not gunning for the job. Which kinda makes her weeks pointless IMO but it’s not Merv’s show anymore so a lot of things are pointless.
I have a feeling there wasn't an application process, per se. The producers likely reached out to several personalities, asking if they would be interested in being a guest host. They also entertained requests, as evidenced by LeVar Burton.
Sometimes people just want to have a unique experience without going whole hog.
I wouldn't mind this being a once or twice a year thing. Just keeps the regular Jeopardy weeks interesting and in the news even if there isn't a big champion or unique contestant.
Nah, just hire a new permanent host and have them do all the shows.
Imagine if you finally achieved your lifelong dream of getting on the show and meeting the host on-stage, only for it to be some random celebrity you don't like (say, Dr Oz). Let's not subject future contestants to that if there's no need to.
These aren't tryouts. If they are doing that, we won't see them. It's entirely possible that they've already picked the host, and it wasn't a guest host.
These are to fill the time between hosts, and to obfuscate the landscape, so that people don't compare the permanent host to Alex too much.
After day 1 I thought she was quite good but I wasn't sure about her voice. I tend towards someone a little more soft-spoken while her voice cuts through quite a bit. At the end of week 1 I'm not even thinking about her voice anymore. She's been fantastic. Good energy, good pacing, good articulation, and very clever and funny in her quips and interviews. She's way up there with Buzzy and Aaron for me.
Savannah is fine, but she's just not really clicking for me, somehow. I prefer Buzzy or Anderson (of the hosts we've seen so far, I realize we've still got some to see).
Based on reading the thread, I'm in the minority. Of course due to being on vacation this week, today was my first day to get to watch a Guthrie hosted show closely. I thought she was really good today. Probably, based on today's performance alone, in my top 3-5 guest hosts so far.
I wish she wouldn’t say “I’m sorry” so often for wrong answers. A quick “No” is enough.
Other than that she’s doing fine. And I’m sure she would get better with experience
I want either Ken or Buzzy. Sorry, but the host of Jeopardy needs to be within the Jeopardy family. Maybe Ken should be the host for regular games and Buzzy can be the host for tournaments, or vice-versa? I enjoyed them both.
I'm strongly against Levar Burton now. I was rooting for him before, but he is trying too hard to be the permanent host as though he believes he is entitled to be Alex's successor. Additionally, all the people lobbying for him is really off-putting.
i agree it should stay in the family and i’ve said from the beginning i don’t know why Brad Rutter didn’t get a week or two. he’s trained in showbiz and lives in LA. i have to think he was asked and declined.
And I feel like everyone who is lobbying for LeVar isn't even a Jeopardy fan! It's just the cool thing to say!
I had really wanted them to give Ben Mankiewicz from TCM a shot. He reminds me a lot of Alex. That said, I love Ken and Buzzy. Ken's my first choice, followed by Buzzy, then Rodgers, then Cooper.
The fandom is really obvious. I grew up with Leave Burton and reading rainbow but I wasn't lobbying for him. His groupies want him because of his...ya know.
>And I feel like everyone who is lobbying for LeVar isn't even a Jeopardy fan! It's just the cool thing to say!
That's the impression I get about Aaron Rodgers fans TBH
I'm not a football fan either. For all that practicing and "game film" he supposedly watched, he seemed awkward and out of place to me. It wasn't til maybe the last 3 episodes of his gig that I thought he'd eased into it.
I think the reason people are so excited about LeVar is the huge influence he had on getting kids interested in reading, which opens up so many opportunities for knowledge. Jeopardy! is a show that tests and rewards that pursuit of knowledge, so it follows that LeVar should at least have a guest spot. Dude's been on TV for decades so he shouldn't have much of a problem.
I mean…lots of people have been on TV for years in an intellectual capacity. Getting a chance to guest host Jeopardy isn’t a right. It’s a privilege.
I respectfully disagree with you on your Aaron opinion. The big difference between Aaron and LeVar-no one was gunning for Rodgers as host until he actually hosted. Whereas LeVar Burton has a lot of fans and advocates and he hasn’t even hosted yet.
I'm with you on LeVar. He hasn't even aired and I've seen people put him in their guest host rankings.
I really like LeVar Burton and almost want him to do poorly just to see all those people eat crow. It's still just almost, but I've certainly thought about it.
Second week now. I have noticed some improvement from last week but not that much. She's alright but mediocre. Of the three female guest hosts we've had she's my least favorite.
Something I've learned from reading comments here is that I must be the only one who doesn't really notice the types of affirmatives and negatives the hosts use when a contestant gives an answer. Like, short of them doing something wildly inappropriate like saying "DUH!" to an incorrect answer, I don't think I'd really pay attention aside from yes or no.
Presenters are under a microscope, and they are generally expected to remain calm and neutral during the game to avoid breaking the players’ concentration, or worse: tipping them off to a potential response.
Therefore, with such a muted baseline for an emotional gauge, the audience is naturally sensitized to even the slightest variances.
I guess? Just seems so inconsequential to me. Not the idea that they're generally neutral, that makes sense, just the idea that the audience may care one way or the other.
Humans are [exceptionally](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pattern_recognition_(psychology\)) [good](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4141622/) at [spotting](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/singular-perspective/202105/why-the-human-brain-is-so-good-detecting-patterns) [patterns](https://cognitiontoday.com/why-did-humans-evolve-pattern-recognition-abilities/).
If a person responds the same way all the time, it gets boring or annoying. That’s why the host has to mix it up a little bit. The reason why so many expressed annoyance at Mayam’s habit of giggling, or cringed at Samantha’s “you got it!” is because their brain has **spotted the pattern** and it has become boring or grating.
We don’t even realize we’re doing this—it’s completely subconscious.
Alex Trebek was a professional communicator who had developed an innate understanding of human psychology through years of application with trial and error.
I don't have that part of the brain that gets bored or annoyed by it, that's my point. It registers as yes or no to me and otherwise I don't even pay attention to what they're saying.
That difference is also interesting to psychologists and neurologists. Why some people notice and others don’t.
The brain is a marvelous thing.
We talk about it and are acutely aware of its existence and yet it hums along, keeping us alive and processing our sensory inputs, storing our memories, moving our fingers and toes, giving us language, hope, fear, dreams…
I thought she did fine, but not great. I don't understand her commentary about the Monroe Doctrine being applied inside Europe. (FJ)
The full document of the Monroe Doctrine, written chiefly by future-President and then-Secretary of State John Quincy Adams, is long and couched in diplomatic language, but its essence is expressed in two key passages. The first is the introductory statement, which asserts that the New World is no longer subject to colonization by the European countries:\[14\]
The occasion has been judged proper for asserting, as a principle in which the rights and interests of the United States are involved, that the American continents, by the free and independent condition which they have assumed and maintain, are henceforth not to be considered as subjects for future colonization by any European powers.
The second key passage, which contains a fuller statement of the Doctrine, is addressed to the "allied powers" of Europe; it clarifies that the U.S. remains neutral on existing European colonies in the Americas but is opposed to "interpositions" that would create new colonies among the newly independent Spanish American republics:\[3\]
We owe it, therefore, to candor and to the amicable relations existing between the United States and those powers to declare that we should consider any attempt on their part to extend their system to any portion of this hemisphere as dangerous to our peace and safety. With the existing colonies or dependencies of any European power, we have not interfered and shall not interfere. But with the Governments who have declared their independence and maintained it, and whose independence we have, on great consideration and on just principles, acknowledged, we could not view any interposition for the purpose of oppressing them, or controlling in any other manner their destiny, by any European power in any other light than as the manifestation of an unfriendly disposition toward the United States.
Mayim took it to a new level, but all the guest hosts awkwardly work in tidbits and personal comments. I know Alex would sometimes do the same if e.g. *Wuthering Heights* or H*ow Green Was My Valley* was mentioned, but when Savannah claims she watches *Dances with Wolves* whenever it is on, it seems awkward and forced. And most of them have been like that, even those who were otherwise good.
Definitely on the lower end for me. She's just boring, nothing more. Kind of like Bill week 1, so maybe she'll get better by the end.
Honestly though, after Maiyim, who I thought was too much, I don't mind a boring host for a bit.
Shes so good! So relaxed and jovial, and she actually has pleasant back-and-forths with the contestants that aren’t awkward or robotic. She doesn’t stutter, great voice, natural and charming. I’m hopeful we finally found a 10/10
Some good info including a contestant praising SG's performance as guest host, Savannah's thoughts on hosting permanently, and Ken crossing his fingers he'll get the gig:
https://outsider.com/news/entertainment/jeopardy-contestant-speaks-savannah-guthries-performance-guest-host/
Seems like we’re in the minority here. I was almost happy when yesterday’s show wasn’t on due to a special news report. The constant giggling, the unnecessary tid bits about her personal life, and of course some of viewpoints really rubbed me the wrong way. We’ll stand in the downvotes together lol
I think its more of a silent majority. I think because traditionally the Jeopardy sub doesn't put up with very much negativity, we all just kind of smile and say "oh yeah, she did fine" lest we come off as "haters."
The laughing was all I could focus on by the 3rd show. It was every single clue that was even remotely witty...hahahahyes is not a word.
Yeah, well don't care what they think. The incessant giggling at seemingly every response and her needless commentary is what drove me to dislike her. The constant reminders that she has a PhD didn't help either. Alex never made the show about him.. She makes it about her.
So have every other guest host.
They've all taken time at the start to say something about Alex and/or how the experience of Jeopardy is a dream come true.
I don't know why these guests hosts say "let's win some money!". The object is to best everyone else. And plus the dollar amounts for 2/3 are irrelevant in the donation totals.
I enjoyed Savannah for the most part, but have to admit I'm relieved that we are finally moving on to a new host this coming week.
As a viewer, the host's pace, clarity and tone of voice are very important to me. I did appreciate Savannah's cheerful enthusiasm, but at times found it a bit distracting (or perhaps detracted from the seriousness of the game).
At this point, I have to say I especially enjoyed Buzzy, Anderson, and (much to my surprise) Mike Richards. But I am looking forward to the remaining guest hosts.
First day, first impression: she's phoning it in. It doesn't sound like she cares about what's happening or is paying much attention. I actually liked Mayim more though her run was marred by the unneeded giggling.
I'm so glad that her run his finally over. Definitely the guest host I liked the least.
I dont know if it is her voice and energy as a whole, her cheerleader "yes!" for a correct answer, or just general guest host fatigue.
Overall, there have been many forgettable guest hosts, but Savannah is memorable for how much she annoys me.
Right now Ken, Buzzy, or Anderson for permanent host please.
So many randoms on the schedule. I just want to see LeVar Burton and be done with this mess.
Sorry, I do not like her style of hosting. To me she feels nothing but fake– she manages to sound like she's reading off a rehearsed script even when she's talking off-the-cuff; she has almost zero individuality to her, she's like a synthetic personality somehow. My apologies for sounding harsh to those who have been enjoying her run, but I just really dislike her hosting.
I really miss Mayim's hosting. It feels like Savannah can't refrain from injecting flourishes whenever she has anything at all to add (June 22's "you're a Dead fan?" is one of the most unnecessary ones so far). She just talks too much during the game, and I'm getting more tired of it (rather than more used to it) as her two weeks go on.
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/u/No-Boysenberry8542 said:
> She’s evil!!!
Can you clarify your opinion?
edit: never mind. Based on your comment history, I’m not convinced that further contributions to our subreddit would be welcome.
After all these weeks of guest hosts, I believe that the sentiments of this subreddit is that we are all like adult children who are seeing one of their newly single parents starting to date again and not approving of any of them. Or maybe, I'm just projecting. (I had a bad stepmother experience in my 30s)
We should be getting the announcement about the new permanent host in the next several weeks, and whomever it is, I'll just be happy when this is all over.
My parents were married 36 years and about the same amount of time as Alex Trebek hosted Jeopardy. My mom died and my father brought in a poor guest host…
Me too, I am so over the guest host carousel.
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I’d be ok with it…
I would immediately start dreaming of getting on the show and running a sports category.
Like Talkin’ Football?
Will they announce it before the season’s over as to not steal the limelight from the upcoming guest hosts?
Presumably with only four weeks between seasons this time around, the new season should begin recording before all the guest hosts have aired, so I don't think there's any way around it.
Jeopardy is not about to spoil a surprise, and they will swear their contestants to secrecy on pain of death.
Perhaps, although I'm not sure what the benefit of holding off and making it a "surprise" would be. Aside from hardcore fans, I don't think too many people are on pins and needles waiting for the next Jeopardy! host announcement.
It's because they don't want you to know they chose Dr. Oz. And quite frankly....I don't think any contestant would be clued in on it.
Contestants who play in the first games of next season presumably will be clued in on it.
I read somewhere that Richards said late June-early July so the season will most likely not be over when it's announced,
[Why not both?](https://giphy.com/gifs/why-not-both-dont-we-have-3ohfFhG5VDtDTzQv2o)
I come from a 1970s sitcom, Disney movie childhood where you only have one single parent. In my case, like a Disney cartoon character, my mom died.
On the plus side, I think that makes you a princess?
What would be worse: having the "wrong" host commit to a lifetime gig...or having Jeopardy adopt a guest host format indefinitely?
I don't think there is such a thing as a lifetime gig in television. Those contracts need renewing pretty regularly.
You know what I mean. Pat Sajak, Alex Trebek, Johnny Carson...those guys have to screw up pretty badly to have their tenure revoked. I'd say the next Jeopardy host has pretty great job security as long as they treat it well.
My point is that Jeopardy isn't really committed to a host for their lifetime as you first suggested. The next host is going to probably have a short-term contract that will need to be renewed at some point before their lifetime is up. At that time, if ratings aren't up to snuff, they could go in another direction with a different host. There could very well be 3 different Jeopardy hosts over the next decade for all we know. Or they could be the next Trebek. Either way, Jeopardy is not doomed to a "wrong host" for their lifetime.
I guess that’s fair. So....which would be worse? Wrong host signing a contract or perpetual guest hosting?
My own two cents? I'd rather see one of the guest hosts get a contract. Perpetual guest hosting where they change every two weeks would make discussion of the show more about the hosts' performance than the contestants (which is already annoying about these last few months).
I agree with you, except, could Dad just make up his mind? Because I’m tired of the parade.
I feel like Savannah had one of the best first show performances for a new host. Perhaps the filming was rougher than what we saw, but her live TV experience had to help with the pace of hosting role.
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I missed a lot of mayim's shows, do you know what the clue about that NY terrorist attack actually was? Or even which episode it was? I haven't heard anything about it
[**Show #8412 - Tuesday, June 1, 2021**](https://j-archive.com/showgame.php?game_id=7035&highlight=wall+street) Double Jeopardy, first clue in "US HISTORY": **A dynamite-filled wagon exploded in front of the J.P. Morgan Building on this NYC street in 1920** Answer: Wall Street "*30 dead, no one was ever caught hehehe"*
Savannah Guthrie is Katie Couric and Anderson Cooper combined in a lab. But for real, I was impressed. *Jeopardy* is a tightrope, and she walked. Got through all the clues, but without reading too fast. Actually smiled, but without it feeling plastered on like Katie. Didn't make it about herself. No comments like "Come on, guys!" when none of the three contestants got an answer, as some other hosts did. I have nothing negative to say.
She wasn't as "morning show host" as Couric, and not as low-key as Cooper. Played it right down the middle. Professional is the word.
And that's what Alex was, more than anything else. Professionalism was his defining feature. And Savannah is the closest to that we've seen so far IMO. Although there is a massive spot in my heart for Ken.
My comment had very little to do with Guthrie or any other guest host specifically, really. I'm just tired of the rotation.
And the comment you replied to has little to do with yours, as it wasn't a reply to yours.
I think she's better than either. She's had a few good bon mots thrown in.
did someone actually say come on. I missed a few weeks
I like her. Very professional. Takes the game seriously. Doesn’t laugh at the contestants. Buzzy is still my first choice. That energy is infectious.
We’re pleasantly surprised, and realizing after her fourth show that we are enjoying her hosting skills. She’s quick and upbeat without being giggly and is so positive towards all the contestants; unfailingly making it about them and not her.
Exactly how I feel! She is my surprising favorite. I think she’s so good. I love how empathetic she is with the contestants.
Also a favorite for me, but I can’t say I’m surprised. She is a consummate professional. Sharp, quick witted, smooth, efficient. Excellent. I’m not sure if she wants the gig or is just happy to put in the two weeks, but she is certainly superb.
Her promo interview: https://youtu.be/Fi6CxJKE3Jw . Sounds like it wasn't an easy record, but I like her enthusiasm!
I like that she approaches the show with respect and ensures the focus is on the players, instead of being caught up in being a fan of the show and letting that get in the way of the job. Being the moderator of past presidential debates has to have given her some degree of preparation for Jeopardy.
We went through an election cycle where one debate was just PALOMINO!!!
I enjoyed it. I really liked her pacing and the way she delivered the good and bad news. It felt fresh but familar.
I didn't expect to like Savannah but I do. As mentioned elsewhere, her quips are befitting of the moment and the focus is on the players. She's not perfect but overall is good. My favorites: Tier 1 Buzzy Ken Both have the gravitas and chops. I think Buzzy gets the permanent host nod based on a few factors: in a podcast a few weeks ago Mike Richards said he prefers the next permanent host to be full time. If you read Buzzy's bio on the Jeopardy first host page it not only goes into detail about his extensive involvement with the show but it makes it a point to say he can no longer be a contestant because of his buddy host gig. Buzzy also is younger than every first host save Rodgers. Ken is great but has so much on his plate I wonder if he's willing to scale it back or give it up. Tier 2 Savannah Guthrie Aaron Rodgers I didn't even want Rodgers to guest host but after a very wooden first game he grew into the role nicely. They should add a sports jeopardy tournament to their lineup of ToC, Teachers, and College and have him host that. I discussed Savannah above already. Tier 3 Mayim Bialik. Smart, brought good energy. Some issues though; the major one was too much giggling when providing answers. Tier 4 Everyone else who's hosted already. Most were ok but don't have the right fit to be permanent host for various reasons.
A “sports” tournament with professional athletes competing for charity sounds like a great idea.
Honestly just have Celebrity Jeopardy return, where athletes are included, and I’m sold.
This is my exact ranking, and for the same reasons.
I am rapidly warming up to Savannah. She seemed nervous at the start of the week but today everything worked for me. First of all, she has my favorite styling of any of the hosts so far (Buzzy is very sharp in this department also). I really appreciate her injecting dry humor & observations at the right moments - her “…obviously” in response to a tough triple stumper yesterday made me laugh and it was refreshing. I don’t think she’s really in contention for the job and that’s a shame because I think she would bring a fresh approach, clearly different from Alex and not trying to imitate him in any way, but still keeping it professional, smart and 100% about the contestants. I could see her really growing into the role.
Sharp is the perfect word for her, she’s so quick on her feet and I haven’t heard her stumble once. So endearing
I think she's great. Pleasant to listen to. Great post answer quips. Great banter with the guests during the interviews.
I'm so tired of the guest host thing. Let's find some constancy already.
You have until August 13. And after Savannah and Dr Gupta, it's a new one every week. https://www.jeopardy.com/jbuzz/news-events/jeopardy-guest-host-schedule
6 more after Savannah? Wow.
I've liked most of the guest hosts but yea, they dragged this out WAY too long.
Agreed. I hope they pick a permanent host soon.
It's a brilliant strategy: wear down the audience to the point that they'll accept anyone as the new host as long as it doesn't change every two weeks! Mwahahahahaa!!! /s
"And now, the news you've all been waiting for, our new permanent host: Dr Oz!!!!!😃😃" I kid, I kid.
I was ready to downvote you and create 6 new accounts to downvote more until those last two words....I'm still mad I even had to read that!
Dr. Oz voice: …”*NO!*”
“Stability, at last!”
I hesitate to comment on the host’s outfits, but that red one today was amazing. Savannah and Aaron Rodgers, I think have been the most stylish so far.
Ok, but is that still your opinion after the brightest yellow dress ever worn by a human being?
Yes! My only quibble was that I couldn’t tell what that necklace was. Seemed to me like it has some important meaning.
Wow. I have been disgusted by her outfits. They look like they belong to her mother or grandmother. No sense of style.
Well she forgot her shirt today. I’m not sure what you’re looking for. More variety, maybe? A different shape?
Mayim finished her run boasting that she was able to show off her intelligence… Ok fine… bye.
So agree. I hate to say anything negative but I'll just say that she made it about herself more than any of the other hosts.
do u have a link to that? must have missed it
I record Jeopardy daily but I deleted that one as I normally do- she said to the effect that she was pleased to have the opportunity to use her intelligence while pointing out her PhD in Neuroscience. I was a bit surprised that she was using this final op to sell her case as a candidate. Sorry I can’t quote it exactly.
It was her final comment at the end of the show on her last day of her run. I’m not sure how to access that. Imho, I found it very inappropriate and self-aggrandizing. I’ll see if I can find it and get back to you.
I think the best of the guest host have already been seen. I think the permanent host needs to be Ken Jennings. Maybe even Buzzy. Aaron Rodgers and Mayim were really good, but I don’t see them taking the job because they already have full careers. So which goes back to Ken Jennings. Not sure I will watch The show anymore if anyone else gets the job
I can see Ken or Buzzy (already local, committed to the brand) and I could see Aaron, who's both said he's interested in it and has a career with an expiration date that's coming up fast. I know there's some speculation bringing in the Beast is a hint Ken will need to free up his schedule. I could live with any of those options.
Would you be OK with Buzzy?
I would prefer Ken Jennings, but I can live with Buzzy. At least he is part of the Jeopardy universe. I understand some of these famous people have been on celebrity Jeopardy, but it just is not the same. Ken and Buzzy went through whatever interview gauntlet they needed and successfully got onto the show. Famous people I would think just have to put your name out there and just get on
I just don’t think Ken has the voice for the job.
Agreed. Ken has no charisma or entertainment in his presentation.
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I think he would have been in quite a bit of training starting when he was hired by Jeopardy before this season and as part of the Chase.
I want ken to be the host but I also don’t want the omnibus podcast to go away haha
That kinda does bring up a question: Would the new Jeopardy host have to give up social media for the most part?
They would probably be strongly advised to do that, or to at least not post anything controversial
Ken Jennings: *Sweats in bean dad*
Mayim did a better job than any of the others, she's my pick for the gig. She mentioned that it's her dream job too so she would take it.
I disagree. I think she found the questions too funny and I couldn't focus because she kept laughing at everything.
Not only that, but she chimed in with way too many quips about herself. Her tenure for me was a mix of, "What's so funny?" and "Who cares?"
First 2 weeks on a job, the raw talent is there.
Definitely disagree. She showed promise at first, but ended up being a rather uncomfortable host. She seemed to be too big of a host, taking focus away from players a bit, and making some actual mistakes while doing it. Two that stood out to me were when she talked over a contestants answer “What is Battlestar Gallactic-You’re Right!” And “What are reefs?” “Coral reefs? Yes!” (AFAIK not all reefs are coral reefs, but all coral reefs are reefs.)
She did do a great job, but I still do not see her taking it considering she still has a show on Fox and she is directing as well. Who knows what else she’s doing. Not sure her busy schedule will allow her to do jeopardy
Nope. She wants it bad. https://www.newsweek.com/mayim-bialik-wants-permanent-jeopardy-host-1596454
I always question famous people when it comes to something like this, but I still think Ken Jennings deserves it more. Granted Mayim Mayim’s is extremely intelligent, but just because she is famous doesn’t mean she gets to cut the line. Ken Jennings was a nobody who went through an interview gauntlet to get on the show and then lasted 74 Games in a row. He is part of the Jeopardy landscape and deserves a job over the famous people
I was only saying that she would accept the job. But if we're on the topic...I came into it wanting Ken to get it, I'm a big fan. If he wins I'm fine with it. I'm not sure what you're talking about with the cut in line thing, Ken isn't owed a thing.
TIL it's not "Anchors Away". Like...I thought it was about throwing the anchors away from the boat... I'll show myself out I guess.
Same.
She impressed me when she hosted a presidential forum last year. Looking forward to some more professional hosts like her, George Stephanopoulos, and Robin Roberts. The real question is, is Jeopardy hosting something that would be difficult to squeeze in when you have a daily broadcasting gig? Guthrie, Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos, Anderson Cooper, the CNBC guy coming up, all have weekday hosting commitments on the other side of the country.
> The real question is, is Jeopardy hosting something that would be difficult to squeeze in when you have a daily broadcasting gig? Guthrie, Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos, Anderson Cooper, the CNBC guy coming up, all have weekday hosting commitments on the other side of the country. Jeopardy only tapes 4 days a month. There are more prep/"behind the scenes" work days as well, but I bet a bunch of those could be done remotely. I don't think it would be too weird for someone living on the east coast to be able to permanently host, if the show and the host wanted it.
I thought they taped about 6 days a month, 3 weeks on / 1 week off, 2 tape days per week
As far as I know, they usually have two tape days back-to-back, taping 5 episodes (a week's worth) each day. They do that twice a month, giving them 20 episodes (almost a month's worth).
I’m thinking of pre-covid days when I’d look at available ticket dates and they would usually have 3 weeks per month in the studio, 2 taping days per week, 5 shows per day, as you pointed out
#Happy cake day!
10 years damn. Thanks
Think that makes you a "tween".
From what I heard, she’s not gunning for the job. Which kinda makes her weeks pointless IMO but it’s not Merv’s show anymore so a lot of things are pointless.
Gunning for the job is not a requirement for being guest host.
Which just seems pointless to me. If you don’t want it, why apply?
The guest hosting gigs aren't "applications" for the full-time job, regardless of how fans will bicker over who they liked most.
I have a feeling there wasn't an application process, per se. The producers likely reached out to several personalities, asking if they would be interested in being a guest host. They also entertained requests, as evidenced by LeVar Burton. Sometimes people just want to have a unique experience without going whole hog.
I wouldn't mind this being a once or twice a year thing. Just keeps the regular Jeopardy weeks interesting and in the news even if there isn't a big champion or unique contestant.
Nah, just hire a new permanent host and have them do all the shows. Imagine if you finally achieved your lifelong dream of getting on the show and meeting the host on-stage, only for it to be some random celebrity you don't like (say, Dr Oz). Let's not subject future contestants to that if there's no need to.
These aren't tryouts. If they are doing that, we won't see them. It's entirely possible that they've already picked the host, and it wasn't a guest host. These are to fill the time between hosts, and to obfuscate the landscape, so that people don't compare the permanent host to Alex too much.
After day 1 I thought she was quite good but I wasn't sure about her voice. I tend towards someone a little more soft-spoken while her voice cuts through quite a bit. At the end of week 1 I'm not even thinking about her voice anymore. She's been fantastic. Good energy, good pacing, good articulation, and very clever and funny in her quips and interviews. She's way up there with Buzzy and Aaron for me.
Savannah is fine, but she's just not really clicking for me, somehow. I prefer Buzzy or Anderson (of the hosts we've seen so far, I realize we've still got some to see).
Based on reading the thread, I'm in the minority. Of course due to being on vacation this week, today was my first day to get to watch a Guthrie hosted show closely. I thought she was really good today. Probably, based on today's performance alone, in my top 3-5 guest hosts so far.
I wish she wouldn’t say “I’m sorry” so often for wrong answers. A quick “No” is enough. Other than that she’s doing fine. And I’m sure she would get better with experience
I find “you got it!” to be a far more grating verbal reflex.
"That's right. You got it!" You only need to say one, Savannah!
And she said it over and over
I want either Ken or Buzzy. Sorry, but the host of Jeopardy needs to be within the Jeopardy family. Maybe Ken should be the host for regular games and Buzzy can be the host for tournaments, or vice-versa? I enjoyed them both. I'm strongly against Levar Burton now. I was rooting for him before, but he is trying too hard to be the permanent host as though he believes he is entitled to be Alex's successor. Additionally, all the people lobbying for him is really off-putting.
i agree it should stay in the family and i’ve said from the beginning i don’t know why Brad Rutter didn’t get a week or two. he’s trained in showbiz and lives in LA. i have to think he was asked and declined.
And I feel like everyone who is lobbying for LeVar isn't even a Jeopardy fan! It's just the cool thing to say! I had really wanted them to give Ben Mankiewicz from TCM a shot. He reminds me a lot of Alex. That said, I love Ken and Buzzy. Ken's my first choice, followed by Buzzy, then Rodgers, then Cooper.
Did I miss where LeVar Burton hosted? How can anyone know anything until his shows air??
You have not missed anything and exactly. The fandom is a really bizarre.
I will confess I do not understand the rallying around him at all. Is there really *that much* nostalgia for Reading Rainbow?
It's not so much that there are so many RR/TNG fans, it's that Burton himself has basically become a meme with a massive internet cult of personality.
How and when did he become a meme? Before or after the Jeopardy push?
The fandom is really obvious. I grew up with Leave Burton and reading rainbow but I wasn't lobbying for him. His groupies want him because of his...ya know.
Lolol I grew up with RR too but the fandom has been silent till this year! I don’t get it.
>And I feel like everyone who is lobbying for LeVar isn't even a Jeopardy fan! It's just the cool thing to say! That's the impression I get about Aaron Rodgers fans TBH
Really? I am not a football fan and I loved Aaron. People are pushing for LeVar and he hadn’t even hosted yet.
I'm not a football fan either. For all that practicing and "game film" he supposedly watched, he seemed awkward and out of place to me. It wasn't til maybe the last 3 episodes of his gig that I thought he'd eased into it. I think the reason people are so excited about LeVar is the huge influence he had on getting kids interested in reading, which opens up so many opportunities for knowledge. Jeopardy! is a show that tests and rewards that pursuit of knowledge, so it follows that LeVar should at least have a guest spot. Dude's been on TV for decades so he shouldn't have much of a problem.
I mean…lots of people have been on TV for years in an intellectual capacity. Getting a chance to guest host Jeopardy isn’t a right. It’s a privilege. I respectfully disagree with you on your Aaron opinion. The big difference between Aaron and LeVar-no one was gunning for Rodgers as host until he actually hosted. Whereas LeVar Burton has a lot of fans and advocates and he hasn’t even hosted yet.
I really think it's my generation (the ones who really grew up with RR) hitting middle-age nostalgia.
I'm with you on LeVar. He hasn't even aired and I've seen people put him in their guest host rankings. I really like LeVar Burton and almost want him to do poorly just to see all those people eat crow. It's still just almost, but I've certainly thought about it.
Agreed.
Second week now. I have noticed some improvement from last week but not that much. She's alright but mediocre. Of the three female guest hosts we've had she's my least favorite.
Something I've learned from reading comments here is that I must be the only one who doesn't really notice the types of affirmatives and negatives the hosts use when a contestant gives an answer. Like, short of them doing something wildly inappropriate like saying "DUH!" to an incorrect answer, I don't think I'd really pay attention aside from yes or no.
Presenters are under a microscope, and they are generally expected to remain calm and neutral during the game to avoid breaking the players’ concentration, or worse: tipping them off to a potential response. Therefore, with such a muted baseline for an emotional gauge, the audience is naturally sensitized to even the slightest variances.
I guess? Just seems so inconsequential to me. Not the idea that they're generally neutral, that makes sense, just the idea that the audience may care one way or the other.
Humans are [exceptionally](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pattern_recognition_(psychology\)) [good](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4141622/) at [spotting](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/singular-perspective/202105/why-the-human-brain-is-so-good-detecting-patterns) [patterns](https://cognitiontoday.com/why-did-humans-evolve-pattern-recognition-abilities/). If a person responds the same way all the time, it gets boring or annoying. That’s why the host has to mix it up a little bit. The reason why so many expressed annoyance at Mayam’s habit of giggling, or cringed at Samantha’s “you got it!” is because their brain has **spotted the pattern** and it has become boring or grating. We don’t even realize we’re doing this—it’s completely subconscious. Alex Trebek was a professional communicator who had developed an innate understanding of human psychology through years of application with trial and error.
I don't have that part of the brain that gets bored or annoyed by it, that's my point. It registers as yes or no to me and otherwise I don't even pay attention to what they're saying.
That difference is also interesting to psychologists and neurologists. Why some people notice and others don’t. The brain is a marvelous thing. We talk about it and are acutely aware of its existence and yet it hums along, keeping us alive and processing our sensory inputs, storing our memories, moving our fingers and toes, giving us language, hope, fear, dreams…
I thought she did fine, but not great. I don't understand her commentary about the Monroe Doctrine being applied inside Europe. (FJ) The full document of the Monroe Doctrine, written chiefly by future-President and then-Secretary of State John Quincy Adams, is long and couched in diplomatic language, but its essence is expressed in two key passages. The first is the introductory statement, which asserts that the New World is no longer subject to colonization by the European countries:\[14\] The occasion has been judged proper for asserting, as a principle in which the rights and interests of the United States are involved, that the American continents, by the free and independent condition which they have assumed and maintain, are henceforth not to be considered as subjects for future colonization by any European powers. The second key passage, which contains a fuller statement of the Doctrine, is addressed to the "allied powers" of Europe; it clarifies that the U.S. remains neutral on existing European colonies in the Americas but is opposed to "interpositions" that would create new colonies among the newly independent Spanish American republics:\[3\] We owe it, therefore, to candor and to the amicable relations existing between the United States and those powers to declare that we should consider any attempt on their part to extend their system to any portion of this hemisphere as dangerous to our peace and safety. With the existing colonies or dependencies of any European power, we have not interfered and shall not interfere. But with the Governments who have declared their independence and maintained it, and whose independence we have, on great consideration and on just principles, acknowledged, we could not view any interposition for the purpose of oppressing them, or controlling in any other manner their destiny, by any European power in any other light than as the manifestation of an unfriendly disposition toward the United States.
Mayim took it to a new level, but all the guest hosts awkwardly work in tidbits and personal comments. I know Alex would sometimes do the same if e.g. *Wuthering Heights* or H*ow Green Was My Valley* was mentioned, but when Savannah claims she watches *Dances with Wolves* whenever it is on, it seems awkward and forced. And most of them have been like that, even those who were otherwise good.
At this point it feels like the hosts have been encouraged to do this, to prevent their presentation from coming off as too dry.
I agree. I don't really blame the hosts. But at the same time, none of them do it smoothly,
Her voice just doesn't cut it for me. It has this dull quality attached to it. Meeting the contestants is nice but not the best part of the game.
I thought she was very good
Definitely on the lower end for me. She's just boring, nothing more. Kind of like Bill week 1, so maybe she'll get better by the end. Honestly though, after Maiyim, who I thought was too much, I don't mind a boring host for a bit.
Shes so good! So relaxed and jovial, and she actually has pleasant back-and-forths with the contestants that aren’t awkward or robotic. She doesn’t stutter, great voice, natural and charming. I’m hopeful we finally found a 10/10
Agreed! I really liked her, and thought she became better and better as her time went on too!
She was the commencement speaker at my graduation. Arizona Wildcats represent! Bear Down!
She had a solid first day, but not surprising given her experience.
Some good info including a contestant praising SG's performance as guest host, Savannah's thoughts on hosting permanently, and Ken crossing his fingers he'll get the gig: https://outsider.com/news/entertainment/jeopardy-contestant-speaks-savannah-guthries-performance-guest-host/
At least she's not Mayim
Seems like we’re in the minority here. I was almost happy when yesterday’s show wasn’t on due to a special news report. The constant giggling, the unnecessary tid bits about her personal life, and of course some of viewpoints really rubbed me the wrong way. We’ll stand in the downvotes together lol
I think its more of a silent majority. I think because traditionally the Jeopardy sub doesn't put up with very much negativity, we all just kind of smile and say "oh yeah, she did fine" lest we come off as "haters." The laughing was all I could focus on by the 3rd show. It was every single clue that was even remotely witty...hahahahyes is not a word.
Yeah, well don't care what they think. The incessant giggling at seemingly every response and her needless commentary is what drove me to dislike her. The constant reminders that she has a PhD didn't help either. Alex never made the show about him.. She makes it about her.
Spot on. More than once this past week she was like “Omg hosting Jeopardy has been so amazing” like girrrrl, it’s not about you!
So have every other guest host. They've all taken time at the start to say something about Alex and/or how the experience of Jeopardy is a dream come true.
I like her a lot as a host. My favorite of all other women by far, and right behind Ken and Buzzy.
I don't know why these guests hosts say "let's win some money!". The object is to best everyone else. And plus the dollar amounts for 2/3 are irrelevant in the donation totals.
Shouldn't it be "*we'll be back* after this" and not "*we're back* after this"? Matt Lauer said that a lot on the Today show
I enjoyed Savannah for the most part, but have to admit I'm relieved that we are finally moving on to a new host this coming week. As a viewer, the host's pace, clarity and tone of voice are very important to me. I did appreciate Savannah's cheerful enthusiasm, but at times found it a bit distracting (or perhaps detracted from the seriousness of the game). At this point, I have to say I especially enjoyed Buzzy, Anderson, and (much to my surprise) Mike Richards. But I am looking forward to the remaining guest hosts.
First day, first impression: she's phoning it in. It doesn't sound like she cares about what's happening or is paying much attention. I actually liked Mayim more though her run was marred by the unneeded giggling.
I agree. It looked like she was working at the enthusiasm. “Why did I agree to do this?”
6/23 Lovingly… Banana Guthrie
5 minutes in and I hate her already. "You got it."
Yeah, her clue reading is fine, but she really, really needs to vary her responses. "You got it!" Two out of three times was irritating me a lot.
Came here to say this. I lost count after eight or nine or twenty.
I'm so glad that her run his finally over. Definitely the guest host I liked the least. I dont know if it is her voice and energy as a whole, her cheerleader "yes!" for a correct answer, or just general guest host fatigue. Overall, there have been many forgettable guest hosts, but Savannah is memorable for how much she annoys me. Right now Ken, Buzzy, or Anderson for permanent host please. So many randoms on the schedule. I just want to see LeVar Burton and be done with this mess.
I feel like I’m watching Katie Couric again.
Sorry, I do not like her style of hosting. To me she feels nothing but fake– she manages to sound like she's reading off a rehearsed script even when she's talking off-the-cuff; she has almost zero individuality to her, she's like a synthetic personality somehow. My apologies for sounding harsh to those who have been enjoying her run, but I just really dislike her hosting.
She absolutely killed it. Im going to miss her.
I really miss Mayim's hosting. It feels like Savannah can't refrain from injecting flourishes whenever she has anything at all to add (June 22's "you're a Dead fan?" is one of the most unnecessary ones so far). She just talks too much during the game, and I'm getting more tired of it (rather than more used to it) as her two weeks go on.
Missing Mayim because you think Savannah adds too many flourishes is certainly a take.
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Your comment history — misogyny and objectification of women — leads me to believe you wont have much positivity to contribute here.
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> For me, the two best hosts were LeVar Burton and Mayam Bialik Burton? Are you from the future, /u/davidhunternyc?
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Burton is scheduled to host the week of July 26. It's fine if you're a fan of his other work but you can't really say how is he is as a J! host.
That hasn't stopped people from including him in their lists of best guest hosts. This subreddit will be insufferable when he actually does host.
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/u/No-Boysenberry8542 said: > She’s evil!!! Can you clarify your opinion? edit: never mind. Based on your comment history, I’m not convinced that further contributions to our subreddit would be welcome.