# Jeopardy on The No Agenda Show

Jeopardy comes up in 31 chapters across 30 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2008 to October 2026.

- **Chapters:** 31
- **Episodes:** 30
- **Discussed:** July 2008 – October 2026
- **Related topics:** [Ibm Watson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm-watson.md), [Alex Trebek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-trebek.md), [Ken Jennings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ken-jennings.md), [Artificial Intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [Levar Burton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/levar-burton.md), [Mayim Bialik](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mayim-bialik.md), [Richard Cordray](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-cordray.md), [Trivia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trivia.md), [Abu Ghraib](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abu-ghraib.md), [Algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 31

### Botched Execution of Death Row Inmate Krista Pike

- **Episode:** [1910: Media Murder](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1910-media-murder.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-08
- **Time:** 1:19:17–1:22:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1910-media-murder/chapter/botched-execution-of-death-row-inmate-krista-pike.md

Krista Pike, a death row inmate in Tennessee, survived two attempted lethal injections and remains conscious in a Nashville hospital. Her legal team is calling for her sentence to be reduced to life without parole, citing the unprecedented nature of the failed execution. The incident has reignited debates over the death penalty and whether surviving an execution attempt constitutes a form of double jeopardy.

Keywords: krista pike, [lethal injection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lethal-injection.md), [tennessee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tennessee.md), [death row](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/death-row.md), [double jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-jeopardy.md)

### IBM Watson and the Peak Oil Logical Trap

- **Episode:** [1663: Climate Change Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1663-climate-change-special.md)
- **Published:** 2024-05-23
- **Time:** 1:50:01–1:54:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1663-climate-change-special/chapter/ibm-watson-and-the-peak-oil-logical-trap.md

The hosts predict that IBM's Watson AI will eventually be used as a propaganda tool to validate climate change models. They also introduce a "logical trap" for climate activists: if one believes in both man-made global warming and "peak oil," then the climate problem is self-solving as fossil fuels will inevitably run out. This inconsistency is cited as the reason why officials like John Holdren oppose peak oil theory.

Keywords: [ibm watson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm-watson.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), [peak oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peak-oil.md), [john holdren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-holdren.md), [greenhouse gases](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenhouse-gases.md), logical consistency

### Arizona Meetup, No Agenda Jeopardy

- **Episode:** [1540: Happy in Helsink](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1540-happy-in-helsink.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-23
- **Time:** 1:35:57–1:39:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1540-happy-in-helsink/chapter/arizona-meetup-no-agenda-jeopardy.md

The Baroness of Baja Arizona reports on a successful meetup in Tucson that raised $397. The event featured "No Agenda Jeopardy," which the hosts suggest renaming to "No Agenda Trivia" to avoid legal issues. Several individual donors from the meetup are recognized for their contributions.

Keywords: [arizona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arizona.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), [trivia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trivia.md), baroness of baja

### Moderna Booster Marketing and Pediatric Hospitalization Rates

- **Episode:** [1498: Junk Fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1498-junk-fees.md)
- **Published:** 2022-10-30
- **Time:** 6:07–9:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1498-junk-fees/chapter/moderna-booster-marketing-and-pediatric-hospitalization-rates.md

Moderna has launched a new "Make It Yours" advertising campaign for COVID-19 boosters, including a sponsorship of the television show Jeopardy. Meanwhile, medical reports indicate that 77% of the 40,000 pediatric hospital beds in the U.S. are currently occupied due to a surge in RSV and other respiratory illnesses among children.

Keywords: [moderna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moderna.md), [paxlovid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paxlovid.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), [rsv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rsv.md), pediatric hospitalizations

### Mike Richards Jeopardy Ouster, Mayim Bialik

- **Episode:** [1378: Yer Boy Amy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1378-yer-boy-amy.md)
- **Published:** 2021-09-02
- **Time:** 2:42:45–2:46:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1378-yer-boy-amy/chapter/mike-richards-jeopardy-ouster-mayim-bialik.md

Mike Richards is removed as executive producer of Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune following the resurfacing of derogatory comments made on a podcast years ago. The "Blossom Brigade" is credited with his ouster, referring to fans of Mayim Bialik. The situation is described as a failure of succession planning by Sony Pictures.

Keywords: mike richards, [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), [sony pictures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony-pictures.md), [mayim bialik](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mayim-bialik.md), [levar burton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/levar-burton.md)

### Jeopardy Host Search, LeVar Burton and Ken Jennings

- **Episode:** [1378: Yer Boy Amy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1378-yer-boy-amy.md)
- **Published:** 2021-09-02
- **Time:** 2:46:40–2:50:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1378-yer-boy-amy/chapter/jeopardy-host-search-levar-burton-and-ken-jennings.md

The search for a permanent Jeopardy! host continues as guest hosts like LeVar Burton and Ken Jennings receive mixed reviews. The hosts suggest that Mayim Bialik is the most professional candidate despite her own controversies. A hypothetical discussion ensues about the future of the No Agenda show should one of the hosts pass away, suggesting the show should simply end.

Keywords: [levar burton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/levar-burton.md), [ken jennings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ken-jennings.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), [mayim bialik](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mayim-bialik.md), [succession planning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/succession-planning.md)

### Mike Richards Jeopardy Host Controversy

- **Episode:** [1375: At This Hour](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1375-at-this-hour.md)
- **Published:** 2021-08-23
- **Time:** 2:38:02–2:41:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1375-at-this-hour/chapter/mike-richards-jeopardy-host-controversy.md

Executive producer Mike Richards steps down as the new host of Jeopardy! following the resurfacing of sexist remarks made on a 2014 podcast. The controversy also involves past lawsuits regarding the treatment of models on The Price is Right during his tenure as producer.

Keywords: mike richards, [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), [alex trebek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-trebek.md), [podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast.md), [sexism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexism.md)

### Alex Trebek, Tommy Cooper, Dying on Stage

- **Episode:** [1299: King Mitch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1299-king-mitch.md)
- **Published:** 2020-12-01
- **Time:** 3:18:32–3:21:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1299-king-mitch/chapter/alex-trebek-tommy-cooper-dying-on-stage.md

The hosts reflect on the final episodes of Jeopardy! featuring Alex Trebek, noting his visible decline in health. This leads to a discussion about performers who worked until the end, including British comedian Tommy Cooper, who famously collapsed and died during a live television broadcast.

Keywords: [alex trebek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-trebek.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), tommy cooper, [steve jobs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-jobs.md), [death](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/death.md)

### Jeopardy Word History and the Origin of Glitch

- **Episode:** [1147: OTARD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1147-otard.md)
- **Published:** 2019-06-20
- **Time:** 2:55–4:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1147-otard/chapter/jeopardy-word-history-and-the-origin-of-glitch.md

A recent episode of Jeopardy featured a final clue regarding the word "glitch," attributing its popularization to the 1962 book "Into Orbit" by the Mercury astronauts. While the show credited astronaut John Glenn with the term, its actual etymological genesis is questioned. The segment highlights how the term has evolved from space-age slang to a common excuse for modern technical failures.

Keywords: [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), john glenn, mercury astronauts, into orbit, word history

### Kraft Macaroni and Cheese, Depression Era History

- **Episode:** [1114: Fudged](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1114-fudged.md)
- **Published:** 2019-02-21
- **Time:** 2:43:24–2:44:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1114-fudged/chapter/kraft-macaroni-and-cheese-depression-era-history.md

A Jeopardy clip revealed that Kraft Macaroni and Cheese was introduced in 1937 as a Depression-era convenience food. The product combined pasta and processed cheese in a single box for 50 cents. The hosts briefly discussed the longevity and health perceptions of the iconic American food product.

Keywords: [kraft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kraft.md), [macaroni and cheese](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/macaroni-and-cheese.md), 1937, depression era, [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), food history

### IBM Watson, Oncology Recommendations and Marketing Claims

- **Episode:** [1056: Q-Vision](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1056-q-vision.md)
- **Published:** 2018-08-02
- **Time:** 2:22:43–2:26:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1056-q-vision/chapter/ibm-watson-oncology-recommendations-and-marketing-claims.md

Internal documents reveal that IBM's Watson for Oncology often provided "unsafe and incorrect" treatment recommendations. Despite marketing claims that the AI was trained on real patient data, it was actually programmed using hypothetical scenarios created by doctors at Memorial Sloan Kettering. In one instance, the system recommended a drug that could cause fatal hemorrhaging in a bleeding patient, leading to accusations that IBM is experimenting with human health in real-time.

Keywords: [ibm watson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm-watson.md), [oncology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oncology.md), sloan kettering, [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), medical error

### Trump-Putin Meeting and Jeopardy Flynn Failure

- **Episode:** [1050: Chip In!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1050-chip-in.md)
- **Published:** 2018-07-15
- **Time:** 2:34:57–2:38:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1050-chip-in/chapter/trump-putin-meeting-and-jeopardy-flynn-failure.md

President Trump's upcoming private meeting with Vladimir Putin has drawn criticism from pundits like Shep Smith, who noted Putin's history of election meddling and aggression. Meanwhile, a clip from the game show "Jeopardy!" showed contestants failing to identify Michael Flynn as the National Security Advisor who pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI. This lack of knowledge among "smart" contestants is cited as evidence of the public's general disinterest in the Mueller investigation.

Keywords: [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [michael flynn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-flynn.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), [mueller investigation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mueller-investigation.md)

### Predictions of Anthony Weiner's Potential Demise

- **Episode:** [873: Poster Boys of Evil](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/873-poster-boys-of-evil.md)
- **Published:** 2016-10-30
- **Time:** 59:10–1:02:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/873-poster-boys-of-evil/chapter/predictions-of-anthony-weiner-s-potential-demise.md

Speculation arose regarding the physical safety of Anthony Weiner following the FBI's seizure of his laptop. Predictions were made that Weiner might be "suicided" before the election to prevent him from testifying or to allow the blame for the email scandal to be placed entirely on him. The discussion noted the high stakes for the Clinton campaign and the potential for Weiner to be viewed as a liability that needs to be removed.

Keywords: [anthony weiner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-weiner.md), suicide prediction, clinton associates, [life insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/life-insurance.md), legal jeopardy

### Baron of Wales, Jeopardy Mentions, and Hollywood Listeners

- **Episode:** [639: Tangible Things](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/639-tangible-things.md)
- **Published:** 2014-07-31
- **Time:** 1:14:37–1:18:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/639-tangible-things/chapter/baron-of-wales-jeopardy-mentions-and-hollywood-listeners.md

Philip Meason is named the "Baron of Wales" following a $333.33 donation. The hosts then discuss potential "No Agenda" references on the game show Jeopardy, featuring clips of Alec Trebek saying "In the morning" during clues about Hot Pockets and Quaker Oats. They speculate on the number of Hollywood producers who listen to the show to escape propaganda.

Keywords: [wales](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wales.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), alec trebek, [hot pockets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-pockets.md), [quaker oats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quaker-oats.md)

### IBM Watson, Healthcare Marketing, Jeopardy Scam

- **Episode:** [581: Message from the Future](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/581-message-from-the-future.md)
- **Published:** 2014-01-09
- **Time:** 32:26–35:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/581-message-from-the-future/chapter/ibm-watson-healthcare-marketing-jeopardy-scam.md

IBM is reportedly struggling to monetize its Watson supercomputer, leading to a major pivot toward the healthcare sector. The hosts revisit Watson's appearance on Jeopardy, characterizing the event as a marketing scam where the computer's primary advantage was its physical reaction time rather than superior intelligence.

Keywords: [ibm watson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm-watson.md), [healthcare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), [ken jennings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ken-jennings.md), [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md)

### IBM Watson Cancer Research, Sensory Processing Disorder

- **Episode:** [487: Red Bag of Poop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/487-red-bag-of-poop.md)
- **Published:** 2013-02-15
- **Time:** 2:26:57–2:29:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/487-red-bag-of-poop/chapter/ibm-watson-cancer-research-sensory-processing-disorder.md

The segment revisits the hosts' prediction that IBM's Watson would be used to automate healthcare decisions, citing new reports on its role in cancer research. They also discuss the inclusion of "Sensory Processing Disorder" in the DSM-5, suggesting it is a way to pathologize and medicate normal childhood behaviors.

Keywords: [ibm watson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm-watson.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), [cancer treatment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer-treatment.md), [dsm-5](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dsm-5.md), sensory processing disorder

### Economic Collapse Cycles, Cyber Terror Pretext, and Jeopardy Winners

- **Episode:** [485: Goys with Guns](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/485-goys-with-guns.md)
- **Published:** 2013-02-07
- **Time:** 1:21:47–1:27:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/485-goys-with-guns/chapter/economic-collapse-cycles-cyber-terror-pretext-and-jeopardy-winners.md

Predictions are made for a major economic collapse in October 2013, potentially triggered by a cyber attack on the Federal Reserve. The hosts discuss how such an emergency could be used as a pretext for confiscating private wealth while leaving citizens dependent on Social Security. A brief tangent explores Richard Cordray's history as a successful Jeopardy! contestant.

Keywords: [economic collapse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-collapse.md), [social security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-security.md), [bernie madoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-madoff.md), [richard cordray](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-cordray.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md)

### No Agenda Internship Applicants, Resume Reviews

- **Episode:** [466: Give Peas a Chance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/466-give-peas-a-chance.md)
- **Published:** 2012-12-02
- **Time:** 23:15–27:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/466-give-peas-a-chance/chapter/no-agenda-internship-applicants-resume-reviews.md

The show reviews several "internship" applications from listeners, including a former Jeopardy winner who won $36,000. Applicant Ashley Hurst is highlighted for her diverse resume, which includes running an Etsy shop, building a cabin on San Juan Island, and catering high-end events at Bill Gates' private dock in Seattle.

Keywords: [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), [etsy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etsy.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), san juan island, [resumes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resumes.md), [internship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internship.md)

### Canadian West Coast Species, Jeopardy Comedy Clip

- **Episode:** [464: Iron Key](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/464-iron-key.md)
- **Published:** 2012-11-25
- **Time:** 22:34–25:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/464-iron-key/chapter/canadian-west-coast-species-jeopardy-comedy-clip.md

A trivia question regarding the 9,600 species supported by Canada's west coast leads to a comedic clip where a contestant incorrectly guesses "severed feet." The segment serves as a brief interaction with Canadian listeners and a critique of game show formats.

Keywords: [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [west coast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-coast.md), species, [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), [comedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comedy.md), [salmon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salmon.md)

### IBM Watson Medical Analytics, Artificial Intelligence Marketing

- **Episode:** [456: Sell-ah-bretties](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/456-sell-ah-bretties.md)
- **Published:** 2012-10-28
- **Time:** 32:13–36:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/456-sell-ah-bretties/chapter/ibm-watson-medical-analytics-artificial-intelligence-marketing.md

IBM introduces "Patient Care and Insights," a medical analytics application utilizing Watson technology to predict patient treatments. The hosts recall their previous prediction that Watson's appearance on Jeopardy! was a marketing ploy for this medical system. The segment also critiques the perceived failure of AI technologies like Siri and the historical collapse of the AI boom.

Keywords: [ibm watson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm-watson.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), medical expert system, natural language processing, [siri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/siri.md), [stanford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stanford.md)

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