Ken Jennings on Why Facts Still Matter on “Jeopardy!”
In a lively stage conversation at The New Yorker Festival, Tyler Foggatt interviews Jeopardy! legend Ken Jennings, tracing his journey from record-breaking contestant to host, while delving into the show’s inner mechanics, cultural significance, and the evolving strategies of its players.
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