Best Thing I’ve Read Today
Claire McNear of The Ringer did some digging into the background of Mike Richards, the newly-named host of “Jeopardy!” What she found is mighty ugly.
Double “Jeopardy!” Hosts
My inbox has filled up with messages from people asking my reaction to Sony naming Mike Richards the new full-time host of “Jeopardy!” with Mayim Bialik also signed for primetime versions of the show. Here are my thoughts.
He Put Himself In “Jeopardy”
I’m not surprised, but disappointed, by a report that “Jeopardy!” executive producer Mike Richards is in advanced negotiations to become permanent host of the show. Here’s why.
Random TV Thoughts
Quickies on HBO’s Woodstock ’99 documentary and “Small Town News,” Apple’s “Schmigadoon,” and the impending return of Netflix’s “Money Heist.”
Double “Jeopardy!”
My thoughts about Levar Burton’s stint as “Jeopardy!” guest host and the dominant performance of current six-day champion Matt Amodio.
TV Review: “McCartney 3,2,1”
My review of the Hulu documentary “McCartney 3,2,1,” in which the music legend tells stories I’ve never heard about some Beatles, Wings, and solo songs, with special insight into his talents as a bass player.