This is Love The Contestant
Oct 18, 2023
This podcast explores Jean Westcott's 20-year journey of auditioning for Jeopardy, including anecdotes from former contestants and the current online audition process. It discusses the preparation process, the tense atmosphere during auditions, and Jean finally receiving the awaited phone call. Jean shares her experience of auditioning for Jeopardy for over two decades, her concerns about participating during the COVID-19 pandemic, and her determination to not say no to the opportunity. The speaker also recounts their experience taking an online test, their achievements, and their collection of Jeopardy merchandise.
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Childhood Fueled A Lifelong Trivia Habit
- Jean Westcott grew up in a large, competitive family and learned trivia by reading at the library.
- Jeopardy nights granted her attention from her father and fostered lifelong enthusiasm for the game.
First Rejection Sparked Persistence
- Jean first auditioned for Jeopardy in the late 1990s/early 2000s and wasn't picked.
- She enjoyed the process so much that she immediately tried again and kept returning for years.
Study Smart With Broad, Reliable Sources
- Study broadly rather than cram because Jeopardy pulls from everywhere; use resources like the World Almanac.
- Focus on reliable categories: presidents, Shakespeare, operas, bodies of water, and award winners.