Randy West

Most producers I've known were writers first, and writing is a vital part of any game show. You could easily argue that the writing is the key ingredient that makes 'Jeopardy!' so great. ↗

— Randy West

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Of course watching a particularly exciting game or a wonderful contestant is always a joy. ↗

— Randy West

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Over the long hours of taping 5, 6 or 7 episodes a day, we develop a great sense of family. ↗

— Randy West

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Remember, while the work can sometimes appear to be simple to a viewer, the ability to perform expertly, consistently, precisely, over and over again, under pressure and on demand is what's needed. ↗

— Randy West

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That was the day I began cutting classes and returning to TV tapings; it ultimately led to a friendship with Johnny O, and an increasing fascination and respect for what he did. ↗

— Randy West

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'What's My Line' 1971 was a magical experience as I was still in my teens, and it was my first appearance. You know how they say you never forget 'your first'! ↗

— Randy West

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Yet as a team, we can pull together to do some incredible work. ↗

— Randy West

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You see and work with many of the same people over and over again; they are all specialists in what they do. I could never do their jobs, and they say they wouldn't know how to start to do a warm-up. ↗

— Randy West

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