Game TV

There are times when game shows attract our attention so much that people in various forms of the media choose to take time out to give us an in-depth look at the shows we love. Newspapers, magazines, and TV news programs have all shown game shows in a new light, as you get to see what it's like on the other side. This section of my page highlights some of those articles that have been done on game shows, past and present.

The Prizes... The Applause... The Pain - 1984 - A look at some of the most popular hosts of the genre.

Ben Stein - 1998 - An interview about the popularity of Win Ben Stein's Money as it entered its second season.

That Brain, That Voice - 1999 - The growing popularity of Win Ben Stein's Money, and why Ben Stein is getting a new show from Comedy Central.

Gaming to Please - 2001 - How Game Show Network started to make huge waves in 2001 thanks to new CEO Rich Cronin.

Tick Tack Tell - 2002 - Peter Marshall recalls antics from the days of the original Hollywood Squares.

The Man With the Dangerous Mind Returns - 2002 - Chuck Barris reflects back on his life and career in the wake of his autobiopic Confessions of a Dangerous Mind.

On One TV Channel, Impostors Get Respect - 2003 - A look back at the old glories of To Tell The Truth, how Game Show Network keeps them alive, and some references to the appearance of Frank Abagnale, subject of the movie Catch Me If You Can.

Movin' On - 2003 - Whatever happened to "Gene, Gene, The Dancing Machine" of Gong Show fame? He's still with us, and still smiling in the face of life-altering events.

Prime Chuck - 2003 - Is Chuck Woolery Naturally Stoned enough to enter the world of reality TV?

10 Things You Didn't Know About The Amazing Race - 2003 - Well, you may know SOME of these things, but here's some insight on the mechanics and rules of the show, and what happens when Phil Keoghan meets his fans.

Peter Principle - 2003 - Peter Marshall's back on the scene playing with the big bands, but that doesn't stop him from talking about his days with Hollywood Squares.

They Got Game - 2004 - The Ken Jennings phenomenon on Jeopardy! has captivated the nation. Now that he's a millionaire and then some, other game show legends offer their advice on how to handle his new fame.

Web Site Resurrects Game Show Glory - 2005 - Truly one for the memory books, TVgameshow.net's Steve Beverly's story of Concentration legend Ruth Horowitz leads to her "Where Are They Now?" emergence, and the revisiting of her famous run.

A Sports Treasure In Game Shows - 2005 - Famous names in the world of sports have crossed over into game shows many times, and game show historian David Schwartz proves it with his extensive research.

Bill Carruthers, TV Director-Producer - 2003 - We lost Bill Carruthers just 2 weeks before Big Bucks: The Press Your Luck Scandal premiered. The following is a quick excerpt from Variety reviewing Bill's great career.

'Price' still right for game show host Barker 33 years later - 2005 - Now entering his 50th year of television this season, Bob Barker sits down for a quick reminiscence of Price Is Right memories.

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