Results: Readers Pick Their Favorite ‘Jeopardy!’ Guest Host So Far
Jeopardy!‘s 37th season has been filled with a roller-coaster of emotion following the death of longtime host Alex Trebek, but some helpful guests have been keeping things going.
Since January, former champs, reporters, actors, and athletes have graced the stage to fill Trebek’s empty spot and fans have had a lot of thoughts. As we reach the back half of upcoming guest hosts, we’re taking a look at how they rank among viewers.
In a recent reader poll (which is still active), viewers are making their feelings clear and it’s quite obvious who the favorite is based on the results so far. According to the poll, with 36,513 votes cast as of Friday, June 25, The Big Bang Theory‘s Mayim Bialik is the clear-cut frontrunner for fan-favorite with 15,930 votes, that’s 43.6%.
Following Bialik and rounding out the top three are Green Bay Packer Aaron Rodgers and G.O.A.T. champion Ken Jennings who are nearly evenly ranked. Rodgers managed to edge out Jennings by one vote with the quarterback receiving 6,489 (17.8%) votes against Jennings’ 6.488 (17.7%).
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Trailing behind are Tournament of Champions guest host Buzzy Cohen with 3,230 votes (8.9%), executive producer Mike Richards with 2,522 votes (6.9%), Anderson Cooper with 973 votes (2.7%), and Bill Whitaker with 440 votes (1.2%).
On the lower side of things, Katie Couric and Dr. Mehmet Oz don’t even break the 1% mark with Couric pulling in 312 votes (0.9%) and Oz bringing in 121 votes (0.3%). Below, let us know how you feel about the reader poll results, and if you haven’t cast your vote, visit the poll here.
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If you're going to use Oz's title, use Dr. Bialik's as well.
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Waah!!! We want girl power! Maybe blossom isnt as uptight as that smarmy dr oz guy and doesnt need to be called dr
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Feel better after trying your best to be condescending?
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She's not a real doctor
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She ls not a Doctor of Medicine (MD) but of Neuroscience (PHD). Both represent the title "Dr."
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That's the same argument the naysayers use about Dr. Jill Biden. And just as false.
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Mayim is wonderful. I would continue to watch if she was the host. She was having fun and enjoyed the intellectual aspect and it gave her joy when contestants gave correct answers.
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Dr. Bialik definitely. She carried herself well, was engaging, knowledgeable (she is highly educated), showed true caring about the show and Alex, and exhibited appreciation for the opportunity. I think she would be great to not replace Alex ( he not replaceable) but carry on the show in his absence.
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Didn’t care to watch her overly perky presentation - loved Ken Jennings and Buzzy
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I absolutely agree. Mayim should carry on Jeopardy in Alex’s absence. She would make him proud the show would be in such good hands!!
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Mayim all the way, though props to the executive producer, he was great as well!
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I think it’s spot on with Mayim as the popular vote. I think she is best suited for the task. As a she is well educated. And that’s what the game show is about. It’s a knowledge against knowledge. And she is very knowledgeable in areas. So I say she is very well rounded for the host.
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Yes, but it’s not the host’s knowledge against the competitors’. Certainly it is nice to have a smart host, but in the end the host’s knowledge is irrelevant.
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Not true. When clues and answers are read an uneducated person mispronounces the words. Without mentioning names it has happened during this trial period.
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I couldn’t disagree more.
Viewers, at least this one, depend on the host for tidbits that complete an answer.
I don’t understand how a last name only is enough, but a first name only isn’t.
On A music question Hendrix would be accepted, but Jimi not.
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Agreed - she was just too full of herself
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Keep Mayim as the permanent host. She’s both beautiful and intelligent. That’s why she’s perfect for the job.
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Are we talking about the same person or have you had vision problems lately?
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Buzzy Cohen did a fantastic job! He is articulate, knowledgeable, and like Alex, impeccably groomed. Having been a contestant, he empathizes with the contestants and appeared to put them at ease.
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Who?
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YES!
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From day one I felt Ken Jennings was a perfect fit. A natural. I believe Alex felt the same.
He also keeps Alex alive which is another plus for me. I mean after all isn't that Jeapardy?
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I wanted jennings before they even announced him. The champ taking over the reins was s great story. He was ok but there were better
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Being a home town boy I remember the first host, Art Fleming who hosted from jeopardy’s inception in 1964, until 1975. Don’t remember why the show ended, it was always popular.
But I digress.
The same talk was had when Alex started about him living up to Art Flemings standard.
Then Alex made the show his!
That’s what I want to see!
I don’t want to tune in two years from now and the host is still fawning over Alex’s tenure, neither would Alex.
Alex was a class guy, and he’d want the new host to make the show theirs, not trying to keep it Alex’s show!
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I didn't care all that much for Mayim personally. I found her giggling after a lot of the answers given quite distracting and annoying after awhile. It seemed if the show wasn't moving as fast. Buzzy did a great job, as did Aaron, and Mike. Savanah has been a great surprise as well.
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I agree, Mayim's constant chuckling became annoying pretty quickly.
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Absolutely - I would quit watching if they keep her
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Cut back on that giggle, and she's great. I still want Jennings, but she's definitely top 3 anyway
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Jennings or Buzzy get my vote
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I didn’t care for her bouncy approach nor her ill fitting wardrobe - which I feel awful about mentioning bc it sounds so petty - but Alex was always dressed immaculately and I feel that was important to him.
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Absolutely! I found her to be a distraction.
Even though Buzzy dressed less than conservatively, it was well put+together, AND he stepped out of the way and let the contestants shine.
Don't get me started on how badly Savannah's outfits pulled attention....
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Agree - she began to get on my nerves but I could watch Buzzy forever
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Buzzy Cohen has been far and away the best guest host so far. There’s a reason he was chosen to do the Tournament of Champions. I like so many of the other hosts for a variety of reasons, but none of them are even in the ballpark with Buzzy. We have several more to see, and I will keep an open mind, but I will be surprised to see anyone surpass Buzzy Cohen. He’s a natural.
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Bialik wins
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Let's face it--each guest host had positive attributes, enthusiasm, intelligence, interest, skill--that's why it is such a difficult choice, for the audience as well as the producers. I think there are several equally appealing: Mayim, Buzzy, Mike, Aaron & Samantha especially. While I respect Ken as a player, I think his exceptionally irritating voice disqualifies him as a host. With so many good choices, I'm sure we'll have a wonderful new host to enjoy for many years ahead.
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Thanks for mentioning Ken's voice!! Great guy, but that high-pitched sound was incredibly annoying. I thought I was the only one who felt this way...
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That's exactly why he is last for me.
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Rest assured, you are not the only one! As for a new host, I can't decide between Mr. Cohen and Dr. Bialik. Samantha Guthrie did a fine job, but she does not want to be the new host. Surprisingly, Dr. Oz did well. Aaron Rogers is too full of himself.
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Yes, I did notice that
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I felt that Ken had watched too many episodes and was mimicking Alex down to even small movements with his hands.
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I loved Mayim for the new host! I really enjoyed her upbeat personality and so many contestants were engaged with her.
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Mayim has my vote!!!
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Aaron Rodgers relates best with contestants. He is personable and smooth with asking questions. Genuinely enjoys being host.
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Aaron has my vote too. I think these votes are rigged. I want a recount!!!
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I enjoyed Mayim as host! She was engaging and I was drawn in as a viewer. The speed and manner which Mayim read the answers had me feeling like a contestant. This is the Jeopardy I know and love. Well done Mayim!!
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I think they all did a great job, but so far, but I liked Buzzy Cohen the best. He just seemed natural and a good fit.
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Mayim and Ken Jennings were the best. I just can't stand Buzzy, he pompous and that "where's Waldo look just irks me to the core.
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Rodgers was garbage. Super wooden and no personality. Those who voted for him were dumb cheeseheads or women infatuated by him for some reason.
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Not Aaron Rogers he was boring
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Mayim is the most suitable host for Jeapordy
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I feel that Aaron Rodgers was definitely the best. Nobody can replace Alex, but Aaron connected with the contestants as well as the audience in a way that Alex did. Jennings does not have the strong voice for the position. Aaron is my 1st choice !!!!
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100% YES!!! He was by far the best and most enjoyable to watch.
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Did you know Aaron spent A LOT of time researching the game, Alex and everything about Jeopardy so that he would honor the great Alex Trebek!!! I think he did a GREAT job!!!
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Mayim all the way! She's beautiful, she's smart, and she represents knowledge and wisdom on Jeopardy!
They were all wonderful as well...
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"Beautiful"?
Well, I guess we all have our tastes.
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I thought Mayim Bialik would do well. She's popular with the fan base BUT the TV ratings of her were one of the lowest. $$$ talks much louder than the fan base.
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I think Ken Jennings. He has the knowledge and THAT will enable him to work with the panel working for Jeopardy on preparing the questions for each show.
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Don't like me, me, me ....
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I don't think that working with the writers is the host's job, is it?
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#1 Mayim
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Definitely Dr. Mayim Bialik. Hands down. There is no one like Alex & never will be, but she’ll do him proud.
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I loved Mayim as host she had such a nice way with her.
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Mayim Bialik was an incredibly competent & genuine host. Please don't select a TV "medical" professional! Mayim or Katie seemed, to me, the most appropriate. Jennings has a habit of steepling with his fingertips; he appears to lack humility when he does this.
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Um, Mayim is not just a "TV medical professional". She has a doctorate in neuroscience in real life.
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I loved how Mayim called out,”come on guys, it’s Ferdinand” when none of them knew that obvious answer. I’ve been waiting for Alex to do that for years.
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Mayim has my vote. She is personable and warm and so very smart. Not just intelligent, but smart. Really seemed like she had a natural feel for the job.
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If you mean terribly boring and bad at faking engagement, then yes🙄
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I thought Mayim rocked. She was so much more interesting than the others and her voice is appropriate for the show
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Rocked? She rocked alright…. Like an old lady in a rocking chair! She’s THE most boring, uninteresting and uninspiring host on the planet. Good lord!!!
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Mayim Bialik for sure has been the best. Hands down. So fun to watch her.
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After many years watching jeopardy if Maxim is host I quit watching
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Mayim best guest host ever. Put her on the payroll!!!!!!
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Mayim Bialik is middle of the pack at best. I get tired of hearing "I'm so smart" in some form or another from her. Cohen, Rodgers, Richards, Jennings, Guthrie have all been better. Big Bang fans must be stuffing the ballots.
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Not a fan of her.
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I'm thrilled with Mayim! She is perfect👍
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Jennings has the personality and wit of a cardboard box.
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Mayim 100%
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Totally wrong Mike Richards is by far the best
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Jennings combined knowledge and stage presence to get my vote!
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Buzzy was the best. I very much dislike the overly perkiness of Mayim, Savannah and Katie. So many of the “guest hosts” were just trying too hard but Buzzy was quick, and comfortable without having to sell himself.
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Could not have said it any better. He 'got out of the way'.
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I can agree with Aaron and May in but Ken Jennings voice would be like nails on a chalk board everyday. Ken may be smart but personality wise Aaron after the first month he will have the tempo, contestant banter and audience loyalties not quite like Alex right away but given 30 some odd years, he would be great!!
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Saw Mayim doing commercials.
Not interested in her doing
Jeopardy. Would like Aaron
Rodgers. Samantha kept saying sorry when a wrong answer was given. That got tiring after the first few.
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Buzzy has been our favorite so far with Bialik second. Most of them have no personalities.
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Katie Couric was dreadful. It was obvious that she did not understand the majority of the words she was reading.
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I am happy Savannah is not on the list, along with Anderson. I would definitely check out on the show if they became permanent.
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Savannah and Anderson already have great jobs and have said that they are not interested in becoming the new host.
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They do, but that doesn’t mean they are great at that either. Anderson can at least moderate a political debate well.
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I liked Aaron Rodgers the best. He was smart, funny and suave like Alex. And he was humble and caring with the contestants. And no I’m not a Packers fan at all.
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Dr. Bialik 100%, next Ken Jennings
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Mayim Bialik
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Did I miss something? Mayim Bialik was incredibly boring. No. Please no. She is like an old lady relative you have to visit and can’t wait to get away from. Who is it that voted for her? Friends and family? Old, and I mean OLD fans of Blossom?
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Absolutely Mayim! She seemed excited to be there and excited about each and every question. She really engaged with the contestants. And she is really smart herself - not just reading notes. If she wants the job, give it her!
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For me Mayim is tops with Buzzy a close secong. Didnt care for either Ken jennings or Aaron Rodgers. Both much too smug for me.
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All I know is Buzzy sucks and needs to disappear.
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I think there should be a small rotating group. That would allow those in the rotation to do, in Mayim Bialik case, her acting gig.
Aaron Rogers to finish his football career on his terms, not because he doesn’t want to miss out on jeopardy.
Savanah Guthrie is out because the position is a full time position. The host can’t just show up at whatever time and record the show, they have prep work to do for each episode!!
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Mike Richards has always been my 1st choice, because he is, imho, simply the best. Hoping Someone needs to convince him that he should be at the helm❣ He's got All the attributes necessary to keep Jeopardy #1 for many years❣
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She look Hella ugly though
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Bialik all the way
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Aaron Rodgers is a nice guy but his hosting is best appreciated with a prozac.
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Aaron Rogers was terrible!
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Looked and sounded like he was stoned.
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I am still waiting to see LeVar Burton host the show. I have a feeling that he will do a great job!
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Aaron Rogers was the most Deadpan ,one tone, just FLAT person ever. How he came out that high is mind boggling
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I also thought Mayim was the best. Aaron Rodgers was boringggg. I also thought Anderson did a good job.
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I thought Aaron Rodgers was the best hands down.
Mayim was good, but I find it hard seeing her replace Alex. Not that anyone could.
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I loved Mayim as host! I love that she's engaging with the contestants, funny and smart. She brings a different vibe to the show and that's good. We aren't looking for someone to replace Alex. He can't be replaced, ever, but we can find someone to carry on that respects him, the show and the traditions. The next Jeopardy! permanent host. Who is Mayim Bialik?
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I agree with you wholeheartedly. She was the best so far.
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You’re asking “who is she”?? Really!?
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Gin she was posing it as a Jeopardy question .Grow up. .
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She plays a brilliant neurologist dating Sheldon.. quaint, but not an entertainer such as Aaron Rosgers!!!
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Aaron Rogers? Boring! Stick to football.
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Mayim is an actress who played a role as a neuroscientist.
In life, though, she is, in fact, a neuroscientist, as well as a highly intelligent and likable person.
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SHE IS THE PERFECT FIT HANDS DOWN!!!
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May I’m hands down.
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In the beginning my choice was Ken but with time he has developed an arrogant attitude and openly supports some agendas that are very controversial. Alex never did any of these things. Mayim is upbeat and respectful of all the contestants. Apparently it is going to be one of these 2 so our vote goes to Mayim. If another was included I was very impressed with Buzzy. He comes closest to filling the shoes of Alex. Alex will always stand alone at the top.
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Aron Rodgers.
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Buzzy Cohan is a fine host. A breath of fresh air.
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X Mayim's enthusiasm is overpowering and it detracts from the show. She is not the star and she should moderate her voice. Buzzy and Ken are better choices so either would be excellent.
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Mayim, definitely!!!
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Joe Buck is the best.
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Although I would really love to see Aaron Rodgers host Jeopardy, I think that nobody compares to Mike Richards. He is the best fit and smartest pick to be the next Alex. I just hope that Jeopardy remains apolitical. Big NO to the CNN/NBC/ABC liberals!
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A bag job by Sony. Mayim is TV ready and Mike Richards is not. Put him behind the scenes. This whole time with the different host is a big lie. Richards had a deal right from the beginning. Some of the candidates were a joke especially Joe Buck and a few more lightweights. If Richards is the host I'm done watching Jeopardy. The fix was in.
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I liked Mayim until David Faber came along. Didn't know who he was, but he was great.
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Aaron Rogers is great. Forget Ken jennings
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Ken Jennings and Mike Richards get my vote. Lavar Burton was annoying making mistakes and he kept bulging out his eyes making it difficult to watch. He was also slow to respond to the contestants answers.
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Mayim was my favorite. She was truly enjoying herself and smart enough to know a lot of the answers without studying. I actually think she was better than Alex Trebek, who I adore. Just not sure if she has the time to do it.
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Mayim is definitely my favourite, she is all natural.
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Absolutely, Mayim all the way. She is wonderful and would be a fitting choice to carry on Alex’s legacy.
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Ken Jennings should be the host. I think all the guest hosts are causing
viewers to lose interest in Jeopardy.
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Mayim Bialik is my choice. She made me feel at ease just like watching the show with Alex.
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The best gust host by far is Maylin Bialik. She was confident,knowledgeable, and all around great host. I vote for her.
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Ken Jennings is best - don't pick someone because of the need for a tokenaferican american
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Not Ken Jennings! His voice is so irritating. I think Bialik is the best...
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Mike Richards and Mayim Bialik get my vote... Thought both of them were better at not trying to make the show about them... Good personalities too...
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Okay, I’ll chime in with my preference.
Some of what I appreciated about Alex was his genuine admiration and interest in the contestants as well as the game itself. And you could see that he wanted the contestants to win as much money as possible, so kindness was evident also. His voice was easy to listen to, he enunciated just the right amount, and his foreign languages were pretty good.
Many of the guest hosts have been on TV as other hosts and they appear to feel like they would be the star of the show. (Listen to how many times some of them say “I” ) The game is difficult enough and it’s nice to have the host truly rooting for the contestants, so for this reason most of the newscasters are not appropriate. My top choices would be Bialik, or Richards. Jennings, Cohen, and Rodgers were also quite good with a few more areas that would need polishing. And I’m very eager to see how Burton does next week.
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Mayim Bialek is amazing as host. She’s smart and fun. I’m tired of not having a permanent host. Ken Jennings is my next favorite.
Mayim, hands down!
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haluski forsure
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Mayim Bialik should get the position 🙏🏼
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Bialik for sure. She is very personable
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Buzzy Cohen has the liveliest personality. However, over the long run that will be a disadvantage. His personality will diminish the presence of the contestants. For the long run I see the best as Mayim Bialik. I believe Ms Bialik as the best choice but the best following her are, in order, Mike Richards and Aaron Rodgers.
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Sanjay did a great job. Do not want Jennings. I thought Mike Richards was great. Like Rodgers too
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I believe Aaron Roger's has been the best guest host.
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Love lovelove Sanjay Gupta as next host!!
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Mayim Bialik as host of Jeopardy please. She is the only host I have watched all episodes. Thank you
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My husband and I absolutely favour Mayim Bialik over all guest hosts so far. She is brilliant but not arrogant, warm, funny, and gracious. Perfect.
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Loved Anderson Cooper and Aaron Rogers, but Mayim was good also
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Mike Richards was so good at hosting….it was as if he’s hosted all of his career..
He’s my favorite pick, so far…
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Mayam hands down! So alive!!
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Mayim was the worst in my opinion. She is over powering and tries to be front and center when it should be about the contestants. Aaron was my favorite but in all likelihood he would not take it full time. So my leading choice would be Mike Richards!
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My first pick would be for Aaron Rodgers or Rogers, followedby Mayim. Third place would Savannah Guthrie. In last place would be Ken Jennings.
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Mayim has been my fav since she walked on the stage. I love her and she is so intelligent. Perfect guest hostess!!! My top three also round off with Aaron and Ken!!! Way to go all of you!!! You did Alex proud for sure!!! RIP sir, you are missed!!!!❤🙏
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Savannah was good. Up until the last two weeks I was a Mayim supporter but I think Savannah edges her out. Sorry Blossom. Your sitcoms rock.
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My husband and I thought Mayim did the best job! The others we liked but they made a lot of mistakes, which are hard to catch unless you watch the show every night for years! Mayim didn’t make any mistakes and made the job look easy!!! Alex would be proud!!!
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Mayim was hands down the best guest host easy to understand clear concise and engaging.
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Ken Jennings. I think Alex really wanted him. Bring him back full time‼️
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I want Ken Jennings
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Mayim absolutely rocked it as host!
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Mayim has the same quiet sense of humor that Alex had. She gets my vote hands down.
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Loved Mayim! She’s my 1st pick, then Jennings with a close 2nd!
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So far Mayim is my favorite
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I loved mayim as a guest host, I think they should give her the job, she definitely has my vote. Great job mayim😃❤️
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Mayim is by far the best host so far. I would be extremely happy if they just stop and make her the permanent Jeopardy! host.
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Mayim is my favorite! She's funny and full of life! I hope she's the winnet!
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LaVar burton was my favorite. He would be the perfect host.
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Arron was not that good.
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I really enjoyed Savanna Guthrie who just ended her two week recording this past June 25, 2021. She is very knowledgeable, funny and is a great mix with the contestants !
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I thought Ken Jennings was boring.
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Totally agree boring and condescending reminds me of Alex so I'm sure he would approve but hey it's been 7 mos pick someone no one has been over the top just my opinion
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All these different guest hosts; but, not one single Asian?
There are many Asian celebrities who could do well, especially given our education and bookworm stereotyping?
When are they going to have an Asian as guest host? I’m sure a program like Jeopardy has a pretty fair number of Asian viewers?
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Ken Jennings my choice. Alex liked him, plus, he is sooo darn smart!! He was the beginning of all the excitement on jeapardy!!
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Malik was fake n hope she does not get the job. Will not watch if she is chosen.
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If she is picked I will never watch Jeopardy again. I have been an avid fan for decades. Not anymore.
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I have a feeling that many of those who strongly disliked Aaron Rodgers stopped watching after his first show. The negative comments about him on this thread seem somewhat justified based on the first episode, or maybe two, but he got better and better.
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I think that Mayim was awful. Not only was she boring, her clothes were so artificial. Did you really think putting her in grandma's clothes would make her look smarter? Alex was conservative, but timely. Either Ken Jennings or Aaron would be a much better choice
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Mayim didn't even know how to pronounce Neil Gorsuch. Imposter.
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Mayim all the way
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I totally agree with you. She is the obvious choice. Smart like Alex and relishing the opportunity with poise and enthusiasm. Go girl!
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Couldn't say it better. She is the obvious choice. She is the ONE!
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So far, Dr. Mayim gets my vote, but waiting to see the rest of the guest hosts to decide.
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Makim
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Maxim is amazing. She's smart, funny and you don't see her face slammed on every channel daily like Jen. He's already on 3 shows. Rogers needs to stick with football. He is soooo boring. I'd stop watching and we are avid jeopardy watchers. He's as boring as a thumb rack.
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I love Aaron rodgers
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Mayim has the personality and quick wit to handle the contestants well. She is definitely my choice!
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Mayim--Not the best in my opinion To much giggling
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Mayim was curt and snarky. That is not humorous. They should continue to have different hosts.
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Mayim is the clear choice
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I thought Anderson Cooper did an excellent job as host. He has the background to be in front of the cameras. He’s knowledgeable and personable. He seemed comfortable and engaged well with the contestants.
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I loved Mayim.
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executive producer by far
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I think the voted "women". I personally didn't care for her. Too daffy!
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I think your poll is premature and therefore worthless. well, except for the joy it brings me to see Dr. Oz at the bottom. LeVar Burton has not yet even been on. Why are you doing a poll without including all the guests?
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Mayim, Roger's, Richard's. Will not watch anymore, after over 30 years, if others.
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Aaron Rodgers wind. Hope he gets the job. Signed viking fan
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Jennings is my all around favorite. His delivery was eloquent, clear and knowledgeable. He’d make a fantastic host.
My second choice would be Mayim Bialik. She’d be an excellent hostess.
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Polls are just polls. Ratings are what matters and her ratings were at the bottom.
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I am not going to vote, as I don’t see Savannah Guthries name as a choice.
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Holding off on an opinion until I see how LeVar Burton does!
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Ken all day long!!! If he is not hosting, I am not watching much. I will give anyone a chance. But no one compares.
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Mayim should definitely be the permanent host. She was warm, friendly, welcoming and relaxed She is also brilliant.! She is the best qualified and unpretentious
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Definitely agree with selecting Mayim and with comments made by others on why.
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Mayim Bialik definitely!
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You gotta give it to the GOAT. That big bang show is cringe.
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Mayim has been the best!
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Waiting to see LaVar…I think he will be great hands down
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I think "Dr." Oz was never a serious choice for hosting Jepoardy! to begin with. Mayim and Ken Jennings would be my top two, with Mayim being the front runner.
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She wears ugly clothes and has to comment after every question. Will have to quit watching if she gets the job
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Savanah 100%
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MAYIM is the whole package bright exceptionally well spoken has a great sense of humor Jeopardy will have an incredible host if they pick her up permanently
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Unfortunately, she has a face made for radio, whilst wearing questionable outfits and using Boris Johnson's hair stylist.
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I think mayim does a fine job she's educated. Reads well, timing is on, humorous, and finally shes cute. With all of this said I'm sure if the price is right they all can make a deal.....haha
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My wife and I are upset. We wouldn't watch the show anymore after years
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Ken Jennings
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Dr. Mayim Bialik...NOT A QUESTION!!!
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ken jennings has always been my choice to follow as the next host. i think alex would agree. ♥️
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Ken Jennings !!
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Absolutely lovely Miam Bialek as guest host. Aaron Rodgers did a very good job as well.
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"lovely"?
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Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik are equal but for different reasons. Ken has always been a favorite of ours as he was close to Alex. Also on other shows. An all around fine human being.
Mayim is bright and happy and fun the way she interacts with the contestants. Hard not to enjoy and smile.
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I love Mayim too. Buzzy was awesome during the tournament. Aaron Rogers fills out my top three list. I have no interest in Joe Buck. I suggest they have different people even though I’m sure it is way more work.
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Anderson Cooper & Aaron Rodgers were boring.
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I loved Mayim Bialik as Amy on Big Bang Theory, but not so much as a Jeopardy host. Like another commenter here I also found Dr. Bialik's giggling distracting - and I thought it made her seem socially awkward. But what bothered me more was her penchant for relating too many of the game topics and answers as well as information in the contestants bios to HERSELF. She did this multiple times in almost every episode she hosted and it made her seem excessively self-involved. She also unnecessarily corrected minute details in CORRECT responses from the contestants.
If Savannah Guthrie had been included in these rankings I believe she would have done very well and have taken some votes away from Dr. Bialik. Guthrie is also very intelligent and knowledgeable but you don't get the feeling she is constantly trying to remind everyone of that. She seems very comfortable as host, is pleasant without being cloying, makes it more about the contestants than herself and has a really positive energy. She gets my vote, even though she wasn't on the ballot.
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Good assessment on Mayim's hosting gig.
However, Savannah's clothing choices were a huge distraction. Bright green and ruffled dress? Suit with a slinky camisole?
Would she wear that on the news, or hosting a debate?
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Mayium was GREAT! So smooth and in control. She never missed a beat!
Ken Jennings was Awesome! I think Alex would want him there.
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Look at the ratings, not BS sites polls. Trolls do not control programming but they vote multiple times.
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Definitely Aaron Rogers is my choice. He was personable and entertaining to watch. Mayim talked too much about herself and family.
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I agree with Mayim to be the permanent host - smart and wholesome!
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Ken Jennings number 1
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I don't have a problem with most of the results - Bialik, Rodgers and Jennings were all some of my favorites - but I'm sad Whitaker is so low. To me, he was probably the closest to Alex in terms of demeanor, and while I know it's wrong to just stubbornly cling to Alex forever, it felt really nice to have a return to his style for a couple weeks. Rather than a pick-one poll, ranked-choice voting on this would be more interesting.
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Bill did have a very smooth delivery and was 'out of the way' of the game and contestants on every way.
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So far, I’d vote for either Aaron Rodgers or Mayim Bialek. The news people were all terrible.
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My ranked order (to date to):
1. Ken Jennings
2. Buzzy Cohen (can't believe y'all haven't given Buzzy any love)
3. Dr Mayim Bialik
Most of the other guest hosts to date clearly were not cut out for this job.
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Unbelievable if that Big Bang woman gets it (can’t pronounce her name) I’ll quit watching for sure really liked ken Buzzy and aaron
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I thought richards was the best but blossom is very good too. Of course the female is going to get it over the white male devil. Whittaker put me to sleep. Couric was just not right. Dr oz and cooper are dirtbags
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Another poll put 2 of the 3 above mentioned “front runners” at the very bottom. Polls are only as good as……whatever🤷♀️
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Yes I agree. I liked Mayim also. She was enjoying herself along with the contestants. She is extremely intelligent & she would be perfect for the job 👍
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Dr. B is tops for me. All did well, but she had the energy I enjoy!
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Buzzy is by far our choice. Cannot believe Mayhim is in first place. Hard to even watch with her horrible wardrobe.
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Buzzie hands down. I did not care for Mayim at all!
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We like Ken Jennings. A natural. I think Alex would be very pleased!!
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Aaron Rogers was the best host thus far...and I’m a Bears fan!
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I loved Bill Whittaker and Buzzy. May I’m was ok. Looking forward to Levar Burton!
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For me, it's a tie between Mayim Bialik and Ken Jennings. Both are clearly intelligent enough to exert the "nerdy" vibe that so many of us identify with. If I had to choose just one it would be Mayim. But if contract obligations or other technicalities get in the way, I'd be perfectly happy with Ken as the new permanent host.
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If they pick that Aaron Rodgers guy I'm done with Jeopardy. He was a giant snooze fest . I don't know what anyone sees in him.
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Aaron Rodgers.
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I don't know where I can vote, but would like to voice my opinion/ rating on the guest hosts. Buzzy Cohen is my first choice, he adds pizazz to the game. Number 2 is a tie between Ken Jennings, and Aaron Rogers with Aaron ahead. Ken is so well known on the show, and Aaron also added pizazz, although not as much as Buzzy. I wouldn't choose between any of the others because lack of spirit. You don't want someone who just reads the clues. You want the show to be a mixture of intelligence, fun. The new host must be a people person with personality.
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I thought Mayim did an excellent job as well as Anderson Cooper, they are both very knowledgeable people and had nice banter with the contestants.l and actually seemed to understand the clues and answers. I thought Aaron Rogers was horrible the worst of all. He just plodded along at a snails pace, had nothing interesting or intelligent to say, could not keep up with the contestants and I don’t care for his voice.. Just because he really wants to do it doesn’t mean he should! I would never watch it again if Aaron Rodgers were host.
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Buzzy is clearly the one who has all attributes necessary. Great ease in watching and listening to him.
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My favorites were Aaron Rogers, Savanah Guthrie, and maybe Mayim Bialik. Ken Jennings was good, of course. Buzzy got on my nerves. Dr. Oz is awful and his voice is headache giving. I doubt Savanah would pursue this full time. Best bet all around would be Aaron. He surprised me! I was impressed at his pacing of the game and how he interacted with the guests. I could easily see him as a long term host.
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Joe biden should step down from president to host
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I think Alex Trebek would have wanted Ken Jennings to be the permanent host
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Ken jennings is the best si far.
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I thought Jennings should host. Can’t stand Bialik.
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I loved Mayim Bialik. She was so natural, and yet had a great sense of humor with a lot of knowledge behind her.
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Mayim
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She is the best!!
I hope she gets the position👍😉
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Dr. B. was great. Savannah G. was really good, too.
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Ken, Ken, Ken! Come on, guys—everybody keeps remembering Alex—who do you think Alex would choose? And, no, not Betty White!!
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Alex is dead and Jeopardy has (and should) die with him.
Since only leftists are being considered, half of the audience has departed.
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I highly doubt right-wingers made up half the audience. Ten percent maybe
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To the contrary, most of Jeopardy's audience are conservatives.
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Yes yes please yes!! I love her.
The others don’t come close.
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I vote for Savannah Guthrie.
I believe Savannah did an amazing job the last two weeks.
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Aaron Rogers
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Loved Mayim, but Ken was also good. Scrap Katie and Savannah. Savannah was good, but Mayim was my absolute the best!!!!!!!
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Mike Richards, Mayim & Rogers in that order!
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My choice would be Ken Jennings he's very knowledgeable and at the same time has a funny side to him! I think Alex Trebek would have loved him taking over as the new Jeopardy host
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First choice - Mike Richard's!
Second choice - Savannah Guthrie
I know there are more guest hosts scheduled, but those two are my favorites so far 😊
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Mayim first pick. Aaron Rogers and Buzzy Cohen next picks.
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Bialik super impressive and enjoyable. Katie Couric cares most about being cute with her fake smile.
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Not to mention that she was clearly lost most of the time. Too many polysyllabic words.
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Ken Jennings is the best player and host. My vote is for Ken.
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Mayim Bialik
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Forget mayim
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Sorry, but I don't really like any of them. With Alex gone, I barely watch.
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Ken Jennings He is knowledgeable the game smart personable and love the game and Alex Trebek
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I loved Mayim, followed by Ken, then Katie. Aaron is too arrogant and was not engaged, therefore, he goes to the bottom of the list for me.
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1. Bialik, 2. Cone, 3. Richards
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Ken Jennings is still my favorite. Loved Anderson, Buzzy and Mayim and other choices. Hate to get into vanity and wouldn’t want Mayim looking like Barbie, but the old lady look’s gotta go
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Mayim, hands down. Great voice & love her interactions with contestants !
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I love this show and it is a tie between Mayim and Ken. Both bring a lot to the table..
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Dr. Bialik is my choice; smart, engaging and funny.
Please, pass (pun intended) on Rogers. We don’t need a diva on stage.
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No to Mayim! She was stiff and it felt like she was acting the part. I much prefer Mike Richards, Buzzy Cohen, or Ken Jennings.
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Ken Jennings is a clear winner. Who knows more about the game then Mr Jennings. And if picked and as time goes on he will do Mr Trebeck justice.
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Can’t stand Ken, Alex preferred him because he didn’t see anyone else perform! Hope ken doesn’t make it vote foe Aaron!
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Ken Jennings is too busy with his own trivia show on network television. I found him annoying and I’m glad he has another show to preoccupy him.
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Buzzy!!
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My favorites r Ken, Buzzy, & mayim
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Aaron Rogers is the best.
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I consider all the guests to be very capable. One aspect of Jeopardy I don't like, including with Alex, is repronouncing words in the host's accent. As a polyglot, I know pronunciation is a regional anomaly. Also some of the answers are myth specific, not factual, especially in spiritual, religion & history topics. As a host I think Jennings has the most credibility, but is probably too busy, as are many of the others. In the tradition of Alex, a well renown Canadian may work. I am nominating Steve Pagan from TVO Toronto.
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I would be happy to see either Buzzy, Ken or Mayim get the job. They are best suited for it in the long run.
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To host a game show, you need several elements.
You need to think fast to keep the game moving along. You don't need somebody that pauses before they respond to an answer.
You need to have a lively personality, to keep the show fun for both the competitors and the viewing audience.
And lastly, you have to be photogenic. Easy on the eye.
So far, about the only one that comes close to fitting that criteria is Savannah Guthrie.
All the others don't quite check off all the boxes.
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Except her attire often pulled attention.
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Aaron Rodgers, is the clear choice, just ahead of Ken Jennings! We don't need some blathering, Hollywood type, hosting the greatest game show in history!
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Really, I thought Buzzy was the best
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Mayim got my vote
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Mayim Bialik was fantastic! Dr. Oz was a garbled marblemouth. He was so bad I took 2 weeks off. Buzzy Cohen was awesome too! And Savanah Guthrie did a wonderful job and her clothes were very pretty. But watching her trying to walk on heels was comical.
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Mayim Bialik
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I like Mayim. Ken Jennings acts like a " know-it-all" at times and is a bit smarmy.
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Yes to Mayim! No way to Bill Whitaker!!
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Ken. Jennings will be the best person for the job
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Ken Jennings! By far the best! Great stage presents and still humble and personal.
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Ken jennings is my pick. I want the brightess bulb in the room.
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Jennings is dull as dishwash.
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I am usually doing other things while Jeopardy is on so I listen to it. The best voices for listening have been Anderson Cooper and Doctor Oz.
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I think a new poll needs to be done at the end of the guest host segment because I believe Savannah Guthrie is the clear winner out of all of them.🏆🏆🏆
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Buzzy had the best energy, he was slick and well prepared.
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I would not watch if Ken Jennings gets it , as his voice is so irritating!!Anyone is better than his voice.
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Maximum as a permanent host!
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Mayim is definitely the best. If they pick Rodgers I'll never watch Jeopardy again. The guy was an ass! Can't believe he was top 3!
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I thought Rogers did "OK," but not nearly in my top 3. Or even top 5. He has a monotone that makes him sound like he's half asleep.
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Aaron Rodgers for the win!!!
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Ken Jennings is the perfect host.
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Aaron Rodgers
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Aaron Rogers
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I hope LeVar Burton does well as a guest host but I don’t want him as a permanent host. I want the next permanent host be able to give you a 20-25 year run as permanent host. Burton is 64. In my opinion just a tad too old to take over full duties. I’m all on board with Bialik as the next host.
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Mayim has a face for radio.
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And a voice for silent films. Most people I know despised her on TBBT.
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Aaron Rogers #1
Mike #2
Mayim #3
Anderson #3
I'll watch if either of the above taken over
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Rodgers? Why? Are you a cheesehead or an infatuated woman?
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It's cute and all that she's got a "doctorate" but the permanent host will be Levar Burton
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Can't wait to see him take his turn. Not sure when he did (or will) film his games, but he has the advantage of watching some others take their turn, and see what he likes/dislikes about their performances.
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Aaron!!!
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Personally I think that Ken Jennings should be the permanent host. I think he the best job. Mayim came in very strongly too. Either one would be great.
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