35 Behind-the-Scenes Stories from People Who Were on Game Shows

Ever wonder why Jeopardy! contestants seem to be constantly pressing their buzzer in a state of panic? Apparently, just off-camera, there are tiny lights surrounding the game board that light up when players are allowed to ring in. If anyone presses their signaling device before the lights go on, they get locked out of buzzing in for a few seconds. I honestly just thought everyone was really excited to be playing the game.

Redditors have revealed more behind-the-scenes stories from the times they were on game shows, and though this really takes the luster out of some of the programs, it’s good to know the real way to make it on Wipeout.