The game commenced with three eager contestants: Brent Miller, a BBQ judge from Pocahontas, AR, Brittany Perro, an 8th grade humanities teacher from San Diego, and Zsaneika Bass, an entrepreneur from Chicago. The dynamics of the game were set with Brent starting strong and maintaining a steady lead, showcasing a strong grasp of the puzzles.
Game Highlights and Puzzles
In the initial rounds, Brent demonstrated quick thinking and luck. He managed to solve both Toss Up puzzles: “CRISP AUTUMN AIR” and “FILM DIRECTOR,” setting a positive tone for the rest of the game. Throughout the game, various puzzles such as “THERE’S NO SUCH THING AS A DUMB QUESTION” and “SIX-PACK OF WOLVES” were skillfully solved by the contestants, displaying their wide range of knowledge.
The prize puzzle round added a twist with “A SCHOOL OF TROPICAL FISH,” which Brent solved, adding a luxurious trip to St. Lucia to his winnings. The Triple Toss Ups were themed around actions, with phrases like “CUTTING THE CARDS,” “CUTTING THE MUSTARD,” and “CUTTING CORNERS,” which were swiftly handled by Zsaneika and Brittany.
Bonus Round and Conclusion
The climax of the show was Brent’s participation in the Bonus Round, where he faced the puzzle “HOT FUDGE TOPPING.” With minimal letters revealed, Brent used his guesses wisely and uncovered the answer just in time, securing a significant win of $100,000 in this round. This victory brought his total winnings to a grand total of $120,704, including the trip to St. Lucia.
The episode closed with Brent’s triumphant win, leaving a memorable mark on the viewers with his strategic gameplay and timely luck.
Puzzle Overview Table
Here is a detailed overview of the puzzles and their respective solutions from the episode:
Round | Category | Solution |
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$1,000 Toss Up | Thing | CRISP AUTUMN AIR |
$2,000 Toss Up | Showbiz | FILM DIRECTOR |
Round 1 | Phrase | THERE’S NO SUCH THING AS A DUMB QUESTION |
Round 2 | Before & After | SIX-PACK OF WOLVES |
Round 3 (Prize) | Living Things | A SCHOOL OF TROPICAL FISH |
Triple Toss Up 1 | What Are You Doing? | CUTTING THE CARDS |
Triple Toss Up 2 | What Are You Doing? | CUTTING THE MUSTARD |
Triple Toss Up 3 | What Are You Doing? | CUTTING CORNERS |
Round 4 | Place | THE WINNER’S CIRCLE |
Final Spin | Proper Name | LOS ANGELES DODGERS |
Bonus Puzzle | Food & Drink | HOT FUDGE TOPPING |