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What makes a good game show?

Catchphrase, Mastermind, The Chase… game shows have been popular on radio and TV for generation...

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13.58 21 Jun 2024


What makes a good game show?


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13.58 21 Jun 2024


Catchphrase, Mastermind, The Chase… game shows have been popular on radio and TV for generations, but a recent poll has put Gladiators at the top.  

Some would debate if that’s even a game show, but there’s no denying that we love watching a bit of jeopardy with real people, whether for money or a trophy.   

So, what makes a great game show? 

Mark Hughes, a question writer for these kinds of shows, joins Seán to discuss.

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