Anybody watched Jeopardy lately?

[barrysloate]

I read today that when James was four years old, he appeared in an article in the Chicago Tribune about gifted children. So his skills were recognized a long time ago.

[darwinbulldog]

I've also read that he didn't make it on the show until his second time auditioning. Not sure if that inspires or dashes the hopes of other prospective contestants, but it's an interesting footnote, reminiscent of the stories about Michael Jordan getting cut from his high school basketball team.

[GaryPassamonte]

On the mlb network interview he also said he had read many books on various subjects geared towards children. He focused on a basic knowledge of many subjects, not an in depth study.

[Paul S]

Originally Posted by GaryPassamonte

On the mlb network interview he also said he had read many books on various subjects geared towards children. He focused on a basic knowledge of many subjects, not an in depth study.

Back in the Eighties I remember about a big-time crossword puzzle champ. He pretty much said the same: "I have a vast and shallow knowledge."

[clydepepper]

After 'slumping' a few days last week, he got $130K tonight, with no missed answers.

Up to $2.195,557 in 28 days

Ken Jennings took 74 shows to get $2.520,700

You don't have to like the guy to enjoy watching!

[barrysloate]

I believe James has the top eighteen single game high scores. Agreed it is really interesting to watch him play as he is doing something historic. I hope he keeps winning.

[pokerplyr80]

Yea I just watched the one from yesterday. I think at the first commercial break he had 18k and 2nd place had 1k. It never got any closer.