Mike Richards Finishes Up ‘Jeopardy!’: See How He Did on Our Poll Rating His Performance
The results of TV Insider’s “How Is Mike Richards Doing” poll are in, and a majority of readers have given the Jeopardy!, temporary host a resounding “not bad!”
It’s not that people didn’t like the suave, experienced host and game-show executive producer, he just fell a little short in winning an endorsement to make him the late Alex Trebek‘s permanent replacement. Out of a total of 6,629 votes cast, 41% believe that Richards “should be the permanent host.” Following not far behind, 40% of those polled gave Richards an encouraging, “Good! He’s fitting in well.”
While Richards proved popular, it seems far more popular was first temporary guest host Ken Jennings. In our reader poll for the GOAT champion, he received more “yes” votes in favor of his becoming permanent replacement than Richards’ did votes in all categories combined.
The show is now preparing to welcome guest hosts including Katie Couric, Aaron Rodgers, Bill Whittaker, Mayim Bialik, Dr. Mehmet Oz, Anderson Cooper, Savannah Guthrie, and Dr. Sanjay Gupta.
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Already some readers are having some strong reactions.
One reader writes, “[Richards] has done a great job as did Ken Jennings before him. I’ll miss the next few weeks of Jeopardy, I’m disappointed in the choices of Couric and Cooper and will not watch those episodes…not sure what the thought process was behind those invites! Alex kept politics out of Jeopardy.”
Another writes, “Someone like Richards or Ken Jennings should host the show since they have such a connection with Alex. I dread seeing these others on the list so much that I may not be able to watch.”
As a Jeopardy fan, I really like both Ken and now Mike as hosts. I know that others like Aaron Rodgers and Katie Couric and Mayim Bialik won’t be permanent hosts. But I really hope they consider either Ken or Mike permanently. and no Dr Oz kthxbye
— Mary L (@mdl507) March 4, 2021
Of course, many other say only time will tell, and that any temp host must be given a chance.
Stay tuned for how the other hosts do, and whether any kind of buzz builds up about Richards or Jennings being the permanent replaement.
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Mike Richard’s personality is just great Ken does not have that kind of personality he’s also a monotone and although he smiles and is friendly Mike Richards comes off much more lively I think he would do great as a permanent host
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Yes indeed Mike. Can Not listen to the voice of Ken. Sorry
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The first time I watched Mike Richards on Jeopardy, I was blown away. He was so cleaned cut and so dashingly handsome. I googled him right away. Lol. He has the looks and professionalism of a great host. I would like to see him hosting Jeopardy permanently.
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Dashingly handsome ??
As you serious..?
His ego is all over him...definitely not suited for Jeopardy.
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That is not true. He was just doing the job.
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Totally agree
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Agree totally. Mike Richards is an absolute phoney and it just pours from him... Which the gullibles eat like caviar. I'll take Ken all day long... He can be a bit shmoozy sometimes but he was getting better towards the end of his stint. I hope he can be permanent and I think Alex Trebek would have wanted it that way.
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Loved Mike Richards hosting. Easy to follow. Won’t watch next few weeks
Can’t deal with some of these guest host. Not worth the hassle
Bring back Ken or Mike
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I don’t know why they keep trying to get another Alex. That want happen , the two host have done an excellent job, so choose one and let it be. Nobody wants to hear Katie or the other one. This is a mans job , so for goodness sake , choose one.
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Man's job??? OMG!!!
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Let’s give MAYIM BIALIK , a chance.
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Seriously, a man's job? I'm glad I didn't worry about that when I went into broadcasting nearly 50 years ago.
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Don’t know why you even watch Jeopardy. You’re not too smart there, are ya’ Sparky!
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Let’s give Mayim Bialik, she intelligent and has a good sense of humor.
I’m not watching Jeopardy if Couric and Cooper are hosting it. Sorry
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I much preferred Mike Richards over Ken Jennings; I've always found Jennings to be annoyingly dorky, although I admit he surprised me some during his six-week trial hosting stint. Most of the coming guest hosts are clearly not intended to be contenders for permanent new host, and Dr. Oz? 🤢🤮 I vote for Mike Richards, hands down!!
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Mike please!!!
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Mike Richards is great, as was Ken Jennings. Like many other viewer remarks, I will not watch when Savannah Guthrie will be on.
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Thought Mike Richards was great...wish he would continue!
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It’s a yes for Mike. Why bring on more hosts such as Katie Couric, Anderson Cooper , etc. who may turn fans away. Mike is a great host. Don’t change.
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Mike Richard has my vote hope he is chosen for permanent host. But will watch the others first .
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I don't need to watch "the others" to vote NO on them as permanent host. Jeopardy is a game show not a political newscast. I like both Mike Richard and Ken Jennings, with slight preference for Mike Richard.
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Do you realize that Saint Alex started his career as a TV reporter/journalist/newscaster?
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Mike Richards is a winner in my book. Ken Jennings did better than I expected but Mike is the best. I will not be watching when Aaron Rogers is on, and possibly not some of the other guest hosts. We'll have to see what happens.
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I really like Mike Richards as host. Through no fault of his own, Ken Jennings' voice was irritating to me.
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So true, I felt like the contestants would have been worn out after hearing him speak - he was better than I expected, but could not handle that untrained voice quality. Not good !!
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Mike Richards is very competent to be the permanent host.He has the charisma and has a strong stage presence.
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Loved Mike as host especially since he had a connection to Alex
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Mike Richards seemed so natural, not trying too hard. While ken Jennings was pleasant, he seemed to try too hard.
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Prefer Ken, but would also watch Mike. Just sad that we won't be able to watch Jeopardy for the next few weeks. Sometimes you just have to take a stand and tuning out is the only option we have.
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Not very loyal to the show, huh? It should be about the contestants and their great knowledge that we should appreciate - not totally the host
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Okay..then Alex wasn't the reason you watched the show..right! Sorry I would suggest that not many share your view. Having two cable new reps guest host suggest political influence..now that is upsetting...
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Please keep Mike Richards!!!! Will not watch any of the others!!!! Especially Katie Couric and Anderson Cooper, Savannah Guthrie. Keep politics out of the show!,
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Where in the world would anyone get the idea that katie Couric, Anderson Cooper, or Savannah Guthrie would bring politics into Jeopardy!? Are we that singularly fox see?? For God’s sakes.....
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Can’t you just let someone express their opinion without being rude?
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They will undoubtedly bring their nasty politics to the Jeopardy stage, that's why they should not be considered as guest hosts.
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We know who they are!! that alone would bring their political views to the show. NO thank you. I want nothing to do with them on Jeopardy.
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Dont they get the picture nobody will watch the political people we are all trying to escape from
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I like Mike Richards. Not interested in seeing Katie Couric or any of the others that were mentioned.
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I will watch the others, because I have been an ardent fan for 35 years, but feel Mike Richards was "spot- on"
for the hosting job.
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Mike richards. Get katie couric off please. I will not be watching until mike or ken are chosen. If you continue this nonsense i will not watch and i am not alone with this opinion. Jeopardy will fail. Take it off the air before another painful show with Katie Couric! Worst choice ever!!!
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Mike Richards all the way. He is friendly and very well groomed. He is young and will be around for a long time. Go Mike!!!
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I thought Mike Richards did a fantastic job. I vote for him to replace Alex.
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I know it's too soon to say but I'm pretty confident that no one else should take Trebek's place but Mike. He compliments Alex's legacy.
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I thought Mike did a better job than Ken. I would be okay if Mike was the permanent host.
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Just giving you a heads up. I will not be watching when Katie Couric is the guest host. Her very biased remarks regarding republicans makes her unfit for any job where she is in the public eye. She does not portray Alex’s gentler, kinder philosophy.
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Mike was THE best and definitely better than Ken!! I’m sorry to say, I want watch if Ken gets the job! He his so totally different from Alex! The show, after all these years will go down!! 😢
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I agree, Mike was great. I wonder who's the next guest host?
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Ken jennings is a regular on Master Minds - let him stay there. And have Mike Richards as permanent host. He was Great and I enjoyed watching him.
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Really approved of Mike Richards. He felt more at ease than Ken Jennings. I would be happy with either as permanent host.
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Mike was a great host IMO, much better than Ken!!!
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Mike Richards was wonderful, friendly, articulate, speaks with confidence and ease, projects an easy familiar association with the program, audience and contestants that just feels right! THIS IS THE GUY!
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My vote is for Mike Richards. He is more relatable than Jennings. He seems more connected to the contestants, sharing his own life tidbits. Jennings came across as condescending, something Richards definitely was not. Jennings humor sometimes bordered on the snark, Richards has a gentle, kind humor. I would have difficulty watching Ken Jennings on a regular basis as host. My husband and I compete with each other every night on Jeopardy clues. Jennings would take some of the fun and joy out of it. Give the hosting position to Mike Richards PLEASE!
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Mike please. Get Katie off please!
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Both Ken Jennings and Mike Richards were great. Probably will not watch others!!!!
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Definitely Mike or Ken. WILL NOT WATCH KATIE COURIC OR SAVANNAH GUTHRIE. Political partisanship far too obvious with both
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I think Mike Richards was great. I will not be watching Couric or Cooper not a fan don’t consider either of them worthy to Guest host a stand up program like Jeopardy
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Richards or Jennings. Get my vote. We won’t be watching the remaining guests hosts.
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I vote for Mike Richards!
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from what I am seeing of the guest hosts I will not be watching much. I especially won’t watch Dr Oz or Savanna Guthrie. You could have plenty of guests from past winners that would be fun to watch.
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Mike Richards should be the one to replace Alex Trebek!!! Ken is to reserved and seems uncomfortable interacting with the guests.
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Cooper, couric and Guthrie??? Are you serious.......that’s a few weeks of shows I will not see.
Too bad so many others to choose from.
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He’s The Best.
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I’ve been a fan of Jeopardy for over 40 years ... will not watch when KC, SG or AC host .. they are just too perfect for the rest of us. Not willing to BE deprogrammed so will just sit those weeks out.
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Mike!!! Yes. He is clean cut, enthusiastic and eager. He seems very interested in the role he's playing. Not that Ken Jennings was bad or unqualified. Ken was capable but didn't seem to have the excitement that Mike has.
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I watched my last show Fri. With the upcoming hosts especially Katie Couric and Anderson Cooper I will tune in to something else. Not sure what the thoughts were when choosing the future guest host but I will cancel jeopardy until they are gone. Very disappointed
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I agree.
Definitely changing the channel when Katie & Anderson are hosting.
I cannot believe the producers of such a great show could be so lame brained.... when there are
so many wonderful personalities to choose from.
I'll continue to watch when Ken Jennings is permanent host.
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Unfortunately as Executive Producer of Wheel and Jeopardy, Mike Richards no doubt had a hand in this crazy guest host idea. I also hated Celebrity Wheel Of Fortune. Only liked Tony Hawk, Drew Carey and Alfonso Ribero when they played. The rest of the celebrities were stupid or too self promoting.
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I like both Jennings and Richards My son loves Jennings the best. Not excited about the rest of the lineup. Probably will not watch the others. I know I will not watch couric or anderson
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Mike Richards was excellent and very appropriate to replace Alex Trebec. Mz Curic and Mz Anderson would be totally inappropriate. Mz Curic has offended me greatly with her attitude about women who stay at home with their children and knit sweaters for them. She implied that if you weren’t doing something outside the home you weren’t smart enough to do anything outside the home, not true in any sense. Mz. Anderson would be...not sure what. It would be the end of my Jeopardy days and a sad non tribute to
Mr. Trebec.
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I like the way Mike says “No!” He always sounds surprised that they missed it. 😄
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Mike Rcichards. Much more personality than Ken Jennings!
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Mike or Ken would be fine in my book. Not watching any of the upcoming guest hosts.
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Alex Trebeck is a tough act to follow. Besides being a warm knowledgeable host, he had the class to keep his political opinions to himself.
Ken Jennings was very good.
Mike Richards was just so-so.
But we appreciate the fact that Richards hasn't discussed putting Americans in "reeducation camps", unlike the next temporary host.
My family have watched Jeopardy together for 25 years. We will be taking a break from the show for the next few weeks, while arrogant political hacks are soiling Alex Trebeck's podium.
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I really like Mike Richards. He was professional & entertaining. He is the producer of several shows so will be have time to host? Ken was also great! I will not watch it when Katie & Anderson are on....they are one-sided political Hollywood people....they dislike people for who they support politically and is unfair.
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MY vote is for Mike!
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Jennings is your guy. I will NOT watch Couric. She is not only shallow she is also divisive and annoying. What are you thinking??????
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Read my comment I posted a few minutes ago about Couric. Jennings would be good....or Mike. None of the others that have been announced. I would like Brad Rutter because he is funny.
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I liked Ken better, although his lisp can be a little distracting. Can NOT stand Guthrie. Don’t like Couric or Anderson either, but Guthrie makes my skin crawl. Yuk.
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Ken Jennings was the best. He has such a history with jeopardy! I think Katie Couric would be terrible and Anderson Cooper likewise. They are too political.
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Will not watch the rest, especially Katie or cooper
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Jennings and Richards were great. I would like to see either permanent hosts. Will not watch while the amateur’s step in. That is a joke and slap in the face to Alex and his legacy. Definite No to Couric and Guthrie appearance !!
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Mike got stronger and stronger every show. He injected humor. Good pitch in voice. I like ken but sometimes the voice gets a liitle pitchy and shrill. Absolute no to Couric. Insult to alex. They should try out Brooke that did the show The Chase with the english guy. She is great
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Mike and Ken were BOTH great hosts. Both have a connection to Alex and BOTH are Intelligent, Witty and more than capable of hosting Jeopardy. I enjoyed watching the show while these 2 were hosting. Couric, Cooper and Bialik are TERRIBLE choices! Not sure why these people were asked but I WONT be watching! Cooper, America doesn't need any Political interjections on Jeopardy!
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Mike was very good as host these past two weeks. But maybe a bit too smiley. He would be a great sub for Pat Sajak, if needed. Ken Jennings had the right amount of seriousness and candor. And Ken had no problem pronouncing foreign phrases.
I agree with everyone else in that I am totally uninterested in Couric, Cooper or Oz. Why not Neal DeGrasse Tyson? Bill Nye? Dr. Quizno?
P.S. Levar Burton lost my vote this week when he came out against Dr. Seuss books.
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I love Jeopardy and I know the next two weeks I will not watch. Mike Richard's was great. I did like Ken, but I thought Mike had a little more personality.
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Ken or Mike are great! Please forget the others!!
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I enjoyed Ken because of his intellectual knowledge but Mike Richards is a close second! Not watching when the already celebrities host.
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Ken Jennings wins hands-down. He's personable, witty engages with the contestants and maintains the spirit of the show. It's fun and comfortable to watch him. Richards is self- involved, condescending, too slick. I'd rather get the clues online than watch Richards.
Anderson Cooper??!! Get serious. He's full of himself and self- righteous.
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I very much enjoyed Mr Richards as host and while Mr Jennings was knowledgeable he cannot compare to Mr Richards nor Mr Trebeck.
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Mike all the way!!! Totally into the whole game, interviewing, questions, answers, enthusiasm, personality plus.
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Mike really doing a good job permanently to be the host
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You cannot compare Ken Jennings to Mike Richards. Richards has TV hose experience. Jennings does not. Honestly I prefer Jennings because he did a great job. Mike Richards is a Executive Producer ( if I’m correct). He doesn’t need the money. I think if Richards gets the job, he will ruin Jeopardy. I will not watch the show when Katie Couric host.
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Is this a WELFARE PROGRAM that who NEEDS the money factors into the choice.? I thought it was a game show.
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I loved him I wish he would be the host permanently. He was great.
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I liked Ken Jennings a little more. Mike was ok. I will not watch when The next host are on especially Katy. She thinks I’m part of a cult. You can do better.
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I like Mr. Richards. He was great as host. I will not watch Katie Couric or Anderson Cooper. Maybe nobody else until they appoint a permanent host.
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I'm really surprised at the results. I thought Richards would get like 60 or70 percent. Jennings tries to make the show about him. Richards is more Alex Trebeck. Knowledgeable..but relates to the everyday person more jennings makes people feel uncomfortable. He tries to be funny but comes off sarcastic. At any rate I won't be watching for a while till Richards comes back. Or maybe once with Aaron rodgers ..NEVER WITH COURIC OR COOPER .....
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Add Savannah Guthrie to the Never list.Also, why a sports figure? Jeopardy must be NON Political or it will loose it's audience. It's a game show for Pete's sake. That's all we want. Richards for me for now unless he makes it about his politics.
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Richards i did not know before his serving as host. I was pleasantly surprised. Ken Jennings was great too. Would watch either of these. For the first time in my life i will not watch Jeopardy, that is while Katie Couric is hosting. Don't get political Jeopardy.
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i will not watch Guthrie either. I did like Jennings and Richards. I will not watch Courick or Anderson. Will skip those weeks.
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I like Mike and Jennings!
Jennings is just getting started!! He will work out!!
Will boycott on the weeks Guthrie, Couric and Cooper are on!! What in the world using newscasters with a lot of baggage!! Enough said!!
Get a regular host!!!
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I too will be tuning out. I will follow to see who will be permanent host. I sure hope its Ken. Someone with a relationship with alex.
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Ken Jennings is by far my choice for the new host. So of those to “come” in future Not at all interested in watching. Mike did well but not as good as Ken.
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I think Mike Richards is great! I will not watch Couric and the others! A big letdown for Jeopardy!!
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Favorite is Ken Jennings. Mr. Richards seems "nice," but not host caliber. I'm among those who will forego Jeopardy during several/most of the other sub-hosts listed. It is a matter of their political commentary some of which was denigrating to me and many others. They are entitled to their opinions and I to mine, hence no Jeopardy during their stint. Hopefully, very soon I can return to my favorite TV show,,,,,
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So far I like Ken Jennings the best, although he speaks too fast. Have been a fan for years but will not watch the likes of Katie Curic, Aaron Rogers or Anderson Cooper. Don’t know what you guys were thinking. Don’t make a great show political.
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Liked both. Will not watch for the next few weeks. None of the rest of upcoming hosts have any interest to me and my family.
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I sincerely hope that the producers and 'higher ups ' are reading these comments..
With luck, they will see how detrimental those three liberal hacks will be to this great show.
If they refuse to cancel them, then they will have to hold themselves responsible for the loss of viewers.☹
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Mike was very good and so was Ken, i wouldn't mind either one, but i like Ken best.
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I love Ken Jennings but when Mike came on he was more confident and very much a second to Alex. Ken, I think was a little nervous but would very quickly step up to the hosting position of Alex T. I also gag at the thought of Katie and especially Cooper even being considered. They would slightly bring politics into the show and Alex never would want that and neither do many of us. I have been watching this show probably for as long as it has been run. Keep it clean or take it off the air.
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Mike Richards is hands down much better than Ken! Mike is definitely the BEST!!!!
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Mike got the Win! He rocked being the host and Alex would have been proud. I would love to see him continue
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I personally prefer Ken Jennings. As a prior contestant on the show I think he can relate to the future contestants and I think he has a genuine appreciation for the show and Alex’s legacy.
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I think Mike will do good as long as he leaves politics out of the show
and out of his news life. For example Katie Couric. My wife and I who
have watched Jeopardy since we were young, will not be watching when
Katie Couric is hosting. Her wild ideas, political views, and noteworthy
nasty comments towards 74 Million Americans are totally unacceptable as
a person much less another American. But, she has always been this way.
Refer back to the election of 2008 when she “Stalked” Sara Palin. Ms
Couric is evil towards us (anyone not in her party or of her opinion).
Jeopardy, who has always stayed away from politics, should
continue that especially when they select guest hosts, but for sure when
they decide on a permanent host. Otherwise they will surely loose us
and our friends and others that feel the same, but also many of the 74
million that watch jeopardy. Alex would not be approving of political
game shows meaning hosted by people that are so outspokenly evil towards
others over nothing but political ideas. Jeopardy should be ashamed.
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Mike was good. Ken was much better. We will not watch Couric and Cooper. Sad 🙁
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I think Ken Jennings did a fabulous job and has a great connection to not only Alex, but the game. He is definitely my choice to be the new host. Mike Richards was a little too arrogant.
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I voted forMike Richards, you could understand him while reading the the questions
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make Ken permanent host!!!!
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I liked both Ken and Mike. Which ever one gets to be the permanent host would be ok with me. I am not in favor of a woman host though.
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Me either
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I enjoyed Ken and would have been happy with him permanently but Mike Richards was also great. Either man is fine. I will watch the others BUT not happy about some of the ladies coming up. If I had a choice Mike would be #1 and Ken a very close 2nd.
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I thought he seemed kind of stuffy. Ken Jennings was much more personable and should be the permanent host.
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Definitely Ken Jennings! So down to earth and relatable. Not stuffy like Mike Richards
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Mike Richards was okay, but for me Ken Jennings should be the permanent person who should take over the job. I will absolutely NOT watch Jeopardy when Cooper Anderson & Katie Couric are on. These two political ignorant, insulting people are dispicable . Not to crazy about some of your other picks for guests hosts either so I may not be watching Jeopardy when they are on. Need to keep political people, especially ones who we always have to see on TV opening their big mouths off Jeopardy. I never heard or seen Alex Trebeck or Ken Jennings talk about their political views on any of the TV shows. I will be interested in seeing Aaron Rodgers as a guest host because big difference from being a pro football player.
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Mike was okay but Ken Jennings fit closer to what Alex brought and he was knowledgeable on topics.
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I really liked Mike Richards as a host. He gets my vote.
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Mike did a great job his voice is perfect for this job although I liked Ken also but Mike is the front runner.
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I will not be watching when Katie host I need to be reprogrammed first can’t believe you would even have her
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I think Ken Jennings did a Great job, along side of Mike Richards! It should voted one or the other.
Don’t care for any of others as I will not be watching .
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With out a doubt.........MIKE RICHARDS!!!
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I vote for Mike -did not care for Ken at all will not watch when Katie couric or Savannah Guthrie host !!
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Are you listening Jeopardy!? Overwhelming amount of viewers are tuning out the show with the likes of Couric and cooper. Add me to that growing list too.
Mike is our favorite as well.
Ken did an admirable job as guest host, but just didn't "pop". Please drop couric and cooper!
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I don't know where she got her stats from. Just scroll down and you can count 10 supports for Mike and 1 for Ken out of 11 votes. I don't think the rest of the votes would show a different proportion. So the winner is MIKE - BY A MILE.
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Been a Jeopardy fan for many years. Sorry, I'm not going to watch the political hacks. They have no business hosting Jeopardy!
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I won't be watching couric or cooper. Going to miss my Jeopardy for a few weeks. Loved Ken Jennings!
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My husband and I think Mike Richards
Would be EXCELLENT to carry forward. His “family history” with the show would be SO NICE hoing forward!!
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No one will ever be able to replace Alex so just get on with the show. Who cares about the host? Enjoy the players and the game!
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I'm wondering who would choose Ken Jennings over Mike Richards. Richards was far and away the better host. I couldn't wait for Ken Jennings' hosting gig to end.
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Mike Richards definitely has my vote as the permanent host of Jeopardy. Ken Jennings was a wonderful contestant but I thought he was a little condescending to the contestants when he was the guest host on Jeopardy. Mike Richards should ABSOLUTELY be the permanent host!!!!
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Loved Mike Richards!! Well spoken and I thought he had an edge as far as banter with the players over Ken Jennings- whom I also like
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NO Curic nor Cooper.
Too much politics 😡
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Mike Richards
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Mike Richards should be hosting the show of Jeopardy show Permanently. He done very well the last two weeks now...
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Mike Richards performance was awesome! He checked all the boxes for being the next permanent host. I once again look forward to watching the show.
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I will not watch it when you have cooper and Couric and Cutherie they are about the worse three people you could have picked.
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I like mike
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I like Mike Richards a lot, good voice, good cadence of reading, good control of the show. I think he should be selected as permanent host. The next host volunteers had their careers already and most of them are tinted by “politics” . Wish “The Jeopardy” would stay away from politics. Unfortunately have to skip next two weeks because of Katie Couric. Cannot give her my honor of watching after her so not-journalistic and so biased comments about de-programming people of different views than hers.
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I like Ken Jennings best!!
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I will NOT watch Katie Couric.
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I like Ken Jennings , but I do think that Mike Richards is the best choice for the permanent host. As others have already stated, I will l no longer watch the show if Savanna Guthrie, Anderson Cooper or Katie Couric take the reigns. I’m a long time viewer, but I wouldn’t waste my time with them.
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As a former game/reality producer, I’d like to think I’d be more concerned with Pat S mocking contestants on the other show.
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That is Pat's sense of humor. He is not mean spirited, and wasn't mocking. He has always had a quick wit. It is a shame everyone has to really think hard before speaking now. You have to be sure nothing you say will offend anyone.
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Mike Richards!
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Too bad LeVar Burton never made the list of guest hosts. But he still has a petition going so that he might have the chance of possibly becoming the new permanent host of Jeopardy!
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I like Levar the actor. Not the Levar the anti-Dr. Seuss activist.
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I vote for Mike Richards, he has the voice for it! I've watched Jeopardy for years and Mike in my book compares close to Alex. Sounds of the voice makes the difference to me. Sorry but I had a hard time listening to Ken Jennings. Maybe I'll have to watch Judge Judy instead, just my opinion!!
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PLEASE.......not Katie or Anderson!
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Ken!
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We won't be watching Couric, Cooper or Dr. Oz.
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I think it is a Travesty that the producers of Jeopardy would even consider such a nasty, biased, outright rude individual like Savannah Guthrie. She was without doubt the rudest moderator to ever host a Presidential debate. Additionally, she has a history of bad manners on the morning show she co- hosts directed at any and all Conservative guests. She is a repulsive, angry one way Hack!! I have been watching Jeopardy for many years, but if you select a Biased person, based on their political views(either way), I, and many of my friends are done!!!
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So, what do you really think of Savannah Guthrie?
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Mike Richards has my vote so far, so relaxed so good for the show.
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Feel the same way don’t intend to watch for the next weeks. Katie thinks she’s all that snd more. V
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I liked Mike better than ken Jennings. No personality for Ken. Talked to fast and seemed business only. Needs to inter act with conyestants
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He is great, keep him as host. Your audience wants consistency. no more changes.
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I vote for Mike Richards. He's so kind compassionate , humorous and good eye candy. Alex would be so proud that he took over the reigns.All the others are totally off the mark. I will stop watching from now on. RIP Alex
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Most people I know, and it is backed up by the comments here, Mike Richards is a clear favorite.
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I vote for Mike
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I loved Mike as a host. I know for sure I will not watch while Savannah Guthrie is/if on!
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Mike Richards should be the host
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I think Richards should be the new host. Skip the others he is so great. Thanks 😊
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I loved Ken. Fantastic job, but Mike is definitely a great contender. I'm not interested in any of the others and see no reason for them even trying.
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I loved Ken Jennings and I didn’t think I would at first. I liked his geek factor and close connection with the show. I’m not looking forward to Dr. Oz at all. But, who knows?
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He was great
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Never to Katie c.never to savannah g.never to anderson c.never to bill w.,only ken j.or mike r.it could only be one of those
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Great job, Mike. U did Alex proud
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I love Jeopardy also, but I agree, I don't understand why they would even think about Katie couric or Anderson Cooper. They are dishonest liberal hacks. They will tarnish the show and actually give a black eye to what Alex trebek really was. Alex was and icon, the best in the business. Katie, nor Anderson deserve to follow in the footsteps of Alex Trebek. Mike or Ken would be a great choice.
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It took Ken a few days to get into a groove, but I thought he was very good. However, Mike was excellent and could be the heir of parent. He appeared comfortable, joked when appropriate just seems like a great fit.
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Ken speaks with a monotone voice. Very nice person but that voice puts me to sleep. Mike is more like Alex
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Mike Richards is definitely the best choice. Altho no one can come close to Alex, Mike did a great job & is very likeable
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Mike is the man and everyone knows it, even Ken
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Mike did a great job!
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We both liked both Guest Hosts, but Mike Richards would
have our votes for "Best Guest Host!"
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Ken was good, Mike was superb. I won't watch that creepy Mehmet Oz, undecided about the others.
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I think he looks weak with small slanted shoulders, he looks too generic like 1980's host. No twinkle in his eyes, just doing a job. I much prefer Ken Jennings his heart is in it, I will NOT watch the next few weeks as I dont believe Alex would like having political people hosting and neither do I. So long for now!!!!
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Excellent host Mike Richards
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Can't stand the arrogance of Ken Jennings. Couldn't make myself watch any of his episodes. So glad to have Mike Richards aboard. He is a keeper. No need for temp hosts. We have found the guy Alex would pick.
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I withdraw my vote for Jennings after reading "Its Me" comment here. I researched and he is awful! The things he says are nasty and hurtful to people. Maybe Jeopardy needs to go outside the box and NOT hire anyone famous, noteworthy or newsworthy. Seems nobody can keep their mouth shut long enough to qualify.
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So far Richards should get it! He was better then Ken!
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Mike Richards over Ken any day!!
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I thought Ken was more personable and knowledgeable than Mike.
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Mike outshines Ken in everyway. Ken makes Jeopardy about him while Mike makes it about the contestants. I like Ken, but prefer Mike. And please, can't you replace Dr. Oz???
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Hate the changing every few weeks - just pick one and move on!
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Thumbs up for Mike RichardI think he did a great job.
Obviously there’s only on Alex
But Mike has a great personality and he’s not trying to be Alex.
So far he’s got my vote.
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I liked Mike Richards way better than Ken Jennings he had a great personality & just loved the way he presented himself way better. There was just something about Jennings but I can’t pin point it that didn’t get me!!!!
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Love Mike Richards!!
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I’m all in for Richards. No Jennings please.
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They both did good but gotta stick with Ken. Could care less about the ones coming up. Let us know when they are finished.
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Mike is the best host thus far. Doubt anyone else can do better! He is very personable!! Ken Jennings was a flop!! Mike has a much nicer personity than Ken.
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Will not be watching Katie or Anderson Cooper. I’ll be happy to watch Greg Kelly in stead.
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I vote for Mike!!
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Mike Richards please. He really fits in.
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No to Ken Jennings.🤢
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Don't care for ANY of the upcoming guest hosts.
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Stopped watching Jeopardy when Ken was a contestant. Could not tolerate him on the show. Will NOT tolerate him as permanent host. Mike Richards was an awesome host. He is so pleasant and personable. Very friendly and guy-next-door quality. Great job Mike!
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I like Mike. Ken is flat he is good but not good enough. Mike has charisma. Ken doesn’t
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Mike for sure
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I like Mike Richards best
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Ken is the one
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I will not be watching COURIC, COOPER OR ANY OF THE OTHERS.
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I like Mike Richards soo much better than Jennings. There is just something about him that is so suave just like Alex. Two thumbs up
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Like both Ken & Mike but will not watch some of the others
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I vote for Mike Richards. He is much like Alex. Personality plus
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There will NEVER be another Alex... give them all a chance. You ever know when a great host will "pop up".
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Mike 100% .
Just skip the political correctness.
Stop trying to shove it down our throats.
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I liked Mike;
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I definitely prefer Ken Jennings. He has the knowledge and professionalism to handle the job!!
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Mike Richards is a natural...he should be the permanent host.
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I really liked Mike Richards
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Won’t be watching unless Ken Jennings is there..
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I won't watch Curic and Cooper, like someone else said to political, keep 'em out
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Mike Richards has it all. Alex would be proud of him. I would have to say, he has my vote. Not sure if I could continue to watch the show if he doesn't return permanently. Not that I don't like any of the others. He just seems to have what it takes to compliment Alex as well as the meaning of the show.
I've been a fan for years....
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As if your self report, scientifically unrepresentative sample/poll (6000 plus) is representative of all viewers. Come on.
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The focus should be on the game itself and contestants on Jeopardy, not the host. You want a host who knows what he is doing, but not to steal the show away from its main focus.
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You said it right
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SORRY, I CAN'T HANDLE EVEN LOOKING AT ANY MORE POLITICIANS,
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Sunday 3-7-2021
No shows on CNN, MSNBC,CBS, ABC, NBC have anything BUT a SOCIALIST AGENDA, There isn’t but a couple NEWS OUTLETS that tell even anything close to the truth, just like the new stimulus bill, 9 % has to do with the American people, Pelosis tunnel, Schumer’s bridge, Dancing, and LYING ADAM SCHIFF, KING OF LIARS has NOTHING TO DO WITH COVID. The “ LYING LEFTIST MARXIST SOCIALIST DEMOCRATS “ are trying to turn America into “ OCEANIA” “1984” and to many “ SHEEP” “ STUPID “ AMERICANS are to damn stupid to realize! Who EVER thought ANYONE could be CENSORED in AMERICA. WE ARE ! Your guns will be GONE, Don’t think about PRAISING your LORD, that right is SHORT LIVED, WAKE UP AMERICA, “ IN GOD WE TRUST” I can still say that
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After watching Jeopardy with Mike Richards and Ken Jennings we much prefer Ken Jennings. Also surprised to see Katie Couric and Anderson Cooper on the list.
I will not watch Jeopardy when they host .
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I vote for Mike Richards. He has it all. Handsome, personable, intelligent, charismatic. I’ve looked forward to each show he’s hosted and am saddened by his departure tonight.
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Mike was such a welcomed relief after 7 long weeks of Ken. Hope Mike considers be full time host.
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Mike is too stiff, and seems full of himself..sorry.!
I much prefer Ken Jennings to be the permanent host.
As for the other guest hosts...(sigh).
Katie Couric, Anderson Cooper, Savanah Gutherie ???
Sadly, l will not be watching during their appearances..
Political hacks have no place on on Jeopardy.
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I totally agree. I will not watch - especially Katie, Anderson and savannah who are biased journalists!
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I felt the same way. Looks forward to watching the show every evening. Mike Richards is the best since Alex.
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me too. mike was way better than Ken
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Anybody but Levar
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Mike, great host
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I loved Mike Richard's. I'm ready to get to the permanent host. Wasting our time watching people like Anderson Cooper , Katie Couric, dr Oz . I like Aaron Rogers and Ken Jennings
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Mike Richards. Don’t like Ken Jennings. Too egotistical. Will not watch when Savanah Guthrie is on. Can’t stand her or her nasal, whining voice. She’s a air head. Kate Couric was ok.
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Like mike best. Will not watch if any political like couric or cooperhost. Don't like rodgers.
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I think Mike Richards is the best guest host hands down!!! His appearance was totally smooth polished and professional. I also felt that he was also better able to engage with his audience than were the other guest hosts. It is easy to envision Mike in a permanent role as the next Jeopardy host. Love me some Mike!!!♥️🤗♥️
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Mike has been the best of the four so far, however there is something about him that is just "too slick". Ken is more likable and , I believe, with time and experience he will grow into the role as Alex did.
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Mike Richard's, he handled it smoothly. He personable, great host. Ken is cocky
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Katie is terrible, she acts like she knows the answer and is very condensending when Contestants get it wrong! She was hired years ago for her cuteness and this is long past.
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liked Ken & Mike & really liked Mike's sign-off: ' ... we're trying to build a kinder & gentler society, and if we all pitch in just a little bit, we're going to get there.'
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I vote for Mike Richards. He did a great job and is very professional, I will continue to watch Jeopardy if he is the host. Ken was okay.
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Mike Richards for sure! Katie is way to fake and forced! Mike is very relaxed and he is great with the contestants.
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I didn’t like the way Mike Richards sounded in the guesthouse slot. His voice was too harsh when people got the answer wrong “NO!” he would say, where as Ken Jennings had a much kinder approach. I’m not trying to speak ill of the dead either, but sometimes Alex Trebek come off sounding a bit snarky and superior and making the contestants feel small and stupid. Katie is doing great; a soft approach, smiling and at ease.
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i liked ken better. mike seemed to lisp which made it slightly irritating to listen to
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I vote for Mike Richards he is easy on the eyes, smart and connects with the contestants
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It does not matter to me. No one can replace Alex. The show is not the same without him.
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Mike Richards. He’s a natural. I like Ken Jennings but found his voice to be distracting and at times, irritating.
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Loved Ken Jennings and Mike was fine. Would watch him also. But will totally tune out when Katie C. and Anderson C. guest host. They are too political. Don't need that in entertainment or sports.
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In my opinion, Ken did a fabulous job, and as a viewer, can really connect with him since he had a nice relationship with Alex. Mike, also did well. I will not be watching when Couric and Cooper host, as Jeopardy has not been, nor should involve people who have been vocal and biased in politics.
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Won’t watch Couric. She’s an elitist
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Mike Richards for sure. He seems so natural where Ken is more forced.
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Mike Richards . No thanks. Check out old stand up “comedy” routines he did some years ago. They were on YouTube. Don’t know if they got pulled. They’re pretty disgusting.
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Wrong Mike Richards.....Cramer from Seinfeld fame.
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Scott Pelly ? Scott you know better than tell evenclose to the truth
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That’s just what we need another “ lying leftist Marxist socialist democrat “ spewing more lies on PRIME TIME! She’s a FRIGIN SOCIALIST, Wants to RULE THE PEION CLASS !
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I thought Ken was better. More humorous and personable. He earned the position. Did a geeat jib for the first one since Alex. Can't replace Alex away so why not the Greatest Of All Time.
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He was good but I like ken Jennings the absolute best. I think Alex would agree.
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Ken Jennings should be the next host. He has been in the trenches & did a great job hosting
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Michael is great. Good personality
Jennings awful !
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Ken is my choice. I don’t like how Mike says ‘no’ for incorrect answers. No excitement in his voice. Drab.....
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I prefer Ken
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Let’s try someone ales.ken seemed to talk down to contestants. Need some one classier than the first two.
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Of course, we all love Alex. He didn't start off polished either. Alex could also be a little condensing with some of the contestants. I do remember a couple of occasions when he would say something like "I am surprised you didn't know that".
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Why don't you get over it! I mean why does your type only always say what about a woman, what about an African-American, what about a homosexual, what about a transvestite? I mean why don't you stop being prejudiced and every now and then say hey what about a white male? White males have been here for a long time and we are not going anywhere either.
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Not happy about Couric
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Mike Richards was too business-like. It was a job for him. Wouldn’t want him to be the permanent host.
What about (I don’t know her last name) Brooke (?) who hosts the geniuses and The Beast? She would be great; bright voice and eye candy!
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MIKE IS BEST.NO INTEREST AT ALL IN THE OTHERS.
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I am also shocked at how many of you are against any woman whatsoever! It is 2021, folks, just get over it.
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Ken Jennings hands down. His intelligence and his measurable kindness are assets too wonderful to by-pass. Richards is a typical quiz show host - kind of like a sports broadcaster, speaking a bit too loudly, with too much gusto, but Jeopardy is not a typical quiz show.
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I liked them both, but Ken allowed the game to flow better. Mike would not answer “correct” quick enough, which threw off the contestants.
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Enjoyed the show for years but I will be tuning out the next few weeks
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I was quite impressed with Ken Jennings as host and could see him fitting into that role permanently. Very close second is Mike Richards. I think they both could grow into that role. As for some of the other guest hosts, I’m reserving judgement until we see how they do.
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Mike was great, but I prefer Ken. He seems like a friend.
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😭😭😭 I miss Alex!!!!!!!
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I just learned Savannah Guthrie is also listed as a host. OMG! Is Jeopardy not wanting any conservatives to watch the show anymore?! She is as bad as Katie Couric if not worse. Her interview of President Trump was so disrespectful (of any president) that she doesn't deserve to be a news person at all. I guess that is another week we will not be watching! Come on Jeopardy ! That makes me feel that Mike Richards is out for host. Ken Jennings or Brad Rutter (Top 3 winner) for me. Brad is much more funny. NO POLITICAL PEOPLE ON JEOPARDY ! News people or otherwise. They all have an opinion, including me obviously BUT I keep it out of the Game and the news!
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Do they even show Jeopardy in Reeducation Camps?
Asking for 74 million voters.
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LOL. That is good !
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I liked Richards. I hope he becomes permanent. I never watched Jennings shows. As someone from the South, I didn't care for his comment about hoping whatever country Trump started a war with would bomb just the South and Midwest. Do we really want someone hosting Jeopardy! who doesn't mind seeing innocent Americans killed?
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No !
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Mike Richards did very well indeed. But the next moderator at Jeopardy should be one of the 3 all time winners, Ken Jennings preferably. And no to dr. Oz, he is a charlatan.
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Richards : YES! Couric & others???? Really?????
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No Ken no Mike, no Jeopardy....
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He’s the Executive Producer. He could certainly have it if he wants it.
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Mike did ok,too much know it,Ken good,want be watching for some time now!
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If Ken Jennings gets the permanent job, I will stop watching. He has no personality, no connection with the audience, and the only connection he has with constestants comes from the index cards he's glued to. Mike Richards nailed it. I don't know who they polled, but I question their sampling method.
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Will not be watching ... Katie courier is so blatantly liberal, which is fine, but is so biased and the others just will not fit in the place that Alex so beautifully held. . Ken was held in a favorable light by Alex and did so fantastically the weeks he hosted. I pray he will be the next host. If he is not the new host I will not be be watching as well as all the other who say they will not be watching . I have watched for years and years. Good luck Ken
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Both Ken and Mike did well, but Ken has my vote. I think he is more personable. Mike Richards is very robotic. Looks aren’t everything.
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Jennings 1000%
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How about Brad Rutter?
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Ken Jennings
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Ken, for sure.
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Alex is almost irreplaceable. But the program needs a new Host. Let's see some possible replacements. Ken and Mike have done well. I'm open to a few more Guest hosts but I think we've already seen the probable replacement. THE HEIR Apparent, Ken Jennings.
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Howard Stern
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Howard is great for his radio show and that game show. But not here.
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Ken and Mike both did well! I'll watch no matter who hosts because I love Jeopardy! Thanks to Merv Griffin too for creating this game! Next games should be fun as well!
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You can never replicate Alex Trebek. Time for a complete change. Hire someone with a humorous personality ie Alec Baldwin, Steve Martin, Dana Carver, an intelligent comedien male or female. Lighten up the program.
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No Katie Couric! Wants to deprogram Trump supporters!
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I vote for Ken Jennings. Mike was OK, too. I will watch regardless of who is the host because I like the show.
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Ken Jennings is smart, reads questions at a good speed and has proven himself as a jeopardy champion. His personality is enough without detracting from the game, unlike Mike. Mike has a lisp that I can’t seem to get over, he reads the questions too fast and his talking is very rushed not calm like Alex’s was and has too big of a personality. I prefer Ken Jennings.
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Mike did an ok job but he has a lot more tv experience. Ken did a fantastic job and u could see him get more comfortable as he got more experience Would vote for Ken
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I really thought Mike Richard's did an excellent job at hosting. However, Ken Jennings is my permanent host choice. Obviously Alex Trebek thought very highly of him.
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Jennings by far the best
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We want Ken back!!
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Why can't both guys split the job? One could do the first segment & the other double jeopardy. Then alternate final. I love the enthusiasm they both have for the game & really like the connection they have to Alex.
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I would love to see Jane Lynch as a guest host.
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Definitely want Ken, Mike Richards seems like a great host for a modem game show, not Jeopardy
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Mike Richards is in the entertainment business and it's evident with his personality and quick wit. Ken Jennings did remarkable as the host though considering he has not had the 'Hollywood' exposure that Mike was accustomed to. Either would be a good choice but my vote is for the GOAT contestant, Ken.
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I am looking forward to some of the guest hosts (except Dr. Oz). However, my choice at this point for permanent host would be Ken Jennings. I felt that with his past experience as a contestant himself, he best connected with the contestants during their interviews and gameplay, and best embodied the spirit of the game. He's the way to go!
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