$ALE OF THE CENTURY [NBC]: Episode 58 (Greg Returns)

[palmer7]

The one day I decide to go out of town, everybody gets invited back! Incredible. Well, let's tally everything up.


Kevin Kolsen has $4,085 in cash, but could've had soooo much more.

Steven Anderson adds $65 in cash to his total, now at $148,559. He lost last game, but lucked out. Will lightning strike twice?

Evan Hatfield has a 20-night European tour worth $38,038. Once he found the $25, he went for it and won.


I need all three players to check in, please.

[asja2002]

checked in

[Twentington]

Checking in.

[palmer7]

Still waiting on Kevin....

[koopakid17]

Ready.

[palmer7]

---

Burton Richardson: (VO) Previously on $ale of the Century....

dougmorrisontheair said:

10. Which Baldwin brother hosts the current version of "Match Game"?
66 Twentington
70 koopakid17
66 asja2002
88 random.org

(Kevin buzzes in)

Doug: Kevin

Kevin: Alec.

Doug: That's right.


$130  Twentington
$ 85  koopakid17
$ 65  asja2002



(time's up)

That's the game and what a come-from-behind win -- for Evan!

[WIN CUE]

(cheers and applause)

[BGM MUSIC]

Well, due to various irregularities that cropped up in game play, Kevin and Steven, we'll see you back here on the next show -- and Greg will be back here as well.

Twentington said:

Gah... again for no particular reason, 11.

dougmorrisontheair said:

Okay, if there's a "the" or another "win", you're still in business. Otherwise, you instantly win what's behind number 11.

(fanfare) (audience cheers)

Got a trip out of this. And this is a fantastic holiday.

(drumroll)
(shot of all three contestants)


Burton: (VO) Tonight, all three players are back. Will lightning strike twice for Evan? Will Steven make the most of his second chance? Or will Kevin take them both out?


[OPENING THEME]





Tonight, one of our contestants could win an ash-walnut bicycle, a tantalum pen with 18-karat gold nib, or a European holiday!


And continue a journey towards a fortune in cash and prizes including this pair of Alfa Romeo 4C Coupes......




And thousands of dollars in cash! In total, over.....




--on.....




(echo)

And now, welcome back Fox News contributor.... GREG PALMER!



(wild cheers and applause as the doors open and I run out)


And the Sweetheart of Sydney, STACEY WREN!


(more cheers and applause as Stacey joins me from behind the Fame Game board, we walk arm in arm to the lectern)


Greg: Thank you very much, Burton. Thank you, ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the show. Here it is, May the 4th. May the 4th be with you, Stacey.


Stacey: Why thank you. The same to you.


Greg: Yes. And to all of you, live long and prosper. (I give the Vulcan Salute, audience laughs, I turn to the audience) How's everybody doing tonight? (audience cheers) No wonder you sound so happy. Who won the Kings tickets? (a young man raises his hand) Excellent. Hope you enjoy them. Now, for those who weren't here last night, boy did you miss out. Doug Morris of The Match Game/Hollywood Squares Hour hosted, and as a perhaps indirect result of that, all three players are now back here to play again. Now, the CashCard is supposed to be $15,000 tonight, and we've got a special prize waiting in there. We also have a new Fame Game format that should make things more exciting. No longer will I have to be reading boring, depressing, background information about these people, places, and things. Let's talk with the players.


Steven Anderson! (audience cheers) Alright, Steve, while I put Doug in charge, I put you in charge of monitoring him. I want a full status report. (Steve has no idea what's going on) You're the champion, man, you should be able to give the current host a status report of what happened when he was gone. I know what happened already, but I'd like to hear it from you, please.

[asja2002]

Besides Evan kicking my patoot? It wasn't my night, but with the scoreboard guy aslepp for a segment and a half of the game, Alternate hosts giving out answers before they are relevant....All three are back tonight. Kevin's got about $4000, Evan's got a great vacation worth almost $40000, and I'm just trying to figure out why dogs lick themselves...Oh well, I've got about $150K to finance my research in that regard.

[palmer7]

Good man. I knew I could count on you. Now, Evan, I understand you won that European tour. However, the airlines have not exactly been kind to people, especially during overbooked flights. We would offer you a gun, but with that, you might get 15 to life, so we won't. Do you have a backup plan in case you do get dragged around?

[Twentington]

I'm really not worried...

[palmer7]

You're not worried? After what's been happening in the news, you're not worried? My, how confident you are. Let's see how that carries over in the game.


And finally, Kevin. Kevin, Kevin, Kevin. You passed up over $20,000 in cash and prizes including a $5,000 $ale Surprise. Yet, you still managed to take us for over four-grand. Tony told me what happened, and I'm really sorry you didn't buy. If you could've done it all again, would you have bought?

[koopakid17]

The Thailand trip. I should have known it would have the sale surpruse!

[palmer7]

....Ohhhhhhhh-kay. I didn't ask what you would've bought, but that works.


Stacey: So, how was the trip to Washington?


Greg: It was fine, Stace. I told Congress of the important things that we did in the entertainment industry, and also acted as a character witness in favor of the president.


Stacey: And The Tonight Show?


Greg: I hosted "Wheel of Carpet Samples" and then had an "interview", if you could call it that, with Jimmy. Jimmy Fallon is everything he is on TV. Nice guy, really nice guy. Every time I said anything remotely funny, which was few and far between, he just laughed and laughed. Every joke he hears is the best one he's ever heard in his life. In the middle of the interview, when I talked about what I'd said in Washington, he got bored and balanced a pencil on top of his nose. Let's just say... Johnny Carson, he isn't. The one good thing I can say about him is that he did not claim that President Trump was having oral with Vladimir Putin. I heard about what happened on Colbert, and the next time I'm in New York, I'm going to give Mr. Colbert a piece of my mind! (mixed reactions in the audience)


Stacey: We'll have to talk more about this later.


Greg: We most certainly will. Good luck to all three of you. $20 to start.

(the board initializes)


Evan: $20
Kevin: $20
Steven: $20



(Stacey exits) And we'll see you later on for an Instant Bargain. All right, here we go, round 1.


1. What famous U.S. president coined the phrase "Trust, but verify" in the context of nuclear disarmament?
2. What fruit was or is called a "Blenheim Orange"?
3. In the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, what candy did Willy Wonka create for children who had very little money?
4. Starting with "D", what are the Chiuhauhan, Nubian, and Alaskan?
5. Located on Central Avenue in Louisville, Kentucky, what is the name of the race track where the Kentucky Derby is held?



(buzzcodes and answers, please)

[palmer7]

1. What famous U.S. president coined the phrase "Trust, but verify" in the context of nuclear disarmament?
(buzzcode: 71)
*Evan buzzes in (64)*
Evan?
Evan: Reagan
That's right, Ronald Reagan. You draw first blood and go to $25.
(ding)



Evan: $25
Kevin: $20
Steven: $20




2. What fruit was or is called a "Blenheim Orange"?
(buzzcode: 75)
*Steven buzzes in (86)*
Steven?
Steven: Apple
That's correct, we have a tie for first.
(ding)



Evan: $25
Kevin: $20
Steven: $25




3. In the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, what candy did Willy Wonka create for children who had very little money?
(buzzcode: 93)
*Kevin buzzes in (63)*
Kevin?
Kevin: Everlasting Gobstoppers
Right you are, Kevin. It's now $25 all.
(ding)



Evan: $25
Kevin: $25
Steven: $25




4. Starting with "D", what are the Chihuahuan, Nubian, and Alaskan?
(buzzcode: 92)
*Kevin buzzes in (91)*
Kevin?
Kevin: Dogs
(wrong)
Oh no, deserts. There is no such thing as a Nubian dog. Sorry, Kevin, you lose $5, back to your starting $20.



Evan: $25
Kevin: $20
Steven: $25



5. Located on Central Avenue in Louisville, Kentucky, what is the name of the race track where the Kentucky Derby is held?
(buzzcode: 24)
*Kevin buzzes in (47)*
Kevin?
Kevin: Churchill Downs
That's right, and you're back to $25.
(ding)



Evan: $25
Kevin: $25
Steven: $25



[INSTANT BARGAIN]


And that sound means it's time for an Instant Bargain. The player in the lead can buy bargain merchandise, and we have a three-way tie. Triple $ale. Three people potentially at their buzzers, but only one of you can buy. Buzz in when you hear the low $ale of the Century price, and this could be yours.


(Mitch's teenage nephew comes in, looking like a baller)



Stacey: Steven, Kevin, and Evan --- hey, that rhymes! ---- have you ever wanted to look like a baller, like Bruno Mars? Well, you can't be Bruno Mars, but you can look pretty close with the $ale of the Century Look of the Week!




We start off with this black, double-breasted military jacket made out of virgin wool gabardine.





To match, these low-waisted cropped trousers have satin stripes along each leg, the frayed hem, and on seam front pockets.





Next, we have a leather officer cap with patented leather brim and straps.





And finally, these Monogram M11 sunglasses in shiny gold and gold metal with bronze, mirrored lenses. All these could be yours with a gift certificate to Saint Laurent. Chucks not included. This prize package is normally priced at...

But tonight, on $ale of the Century, it's yours for only....

(cheers and applause as I join Stacey and this "baller")


Greg: Now, let's see.... (to the "baller") What are you supposed to be, a late addition to the Village People? Eh.... (audience laughs) This is Mitch's nephew, Bryan. He's from Atlanta, and you are quite a baller, aren't you?


Bryan: That's right. I play center guard for my high school basketball team.


Greg: Yes, this is a genuine baller. And he's much taller than Bruno Mars, too. All right, guys. $6 is the price, and with it, you get a $5,590 gift certificate to Saint Laurent. A gift certificate, so you can get your own style. And I think I know who may be interested. Evan, you can't pick up European chicks without new threads. Steven, you've got some trips of your own. Whaddya say? Anyone?

[asja2002]

I dont believe Saint Laurent caters to men of my er....stature. Casual Male XL on the other hand might be great. Regardless...game is too close. No sale

[palmer7]

Oh, oh..... well, in that case..... we have one uninterested party, I'll lower the price to $4. Anyone want in for $4? Kevin, I know you might be interested. Anyone?

[koopakid17]

Evan, I think that would look great on you. Don't you agree?

[palmer7]

Oh yes, I do think it would look good on Evan. Especially at $3.

[palmer7]

Tell you what, let's round that up to a nice, even $5,700. For $3.

[Twentington]

I just don't think it's for me. *keeping hands away from buzzer*

[palmer7]

He doesn't think it's for him. Well then, Kevin, the ball's in your court. Final offer is $3. Going once.... (audience shouts suggestions) Going twice..... (audience keeps shouting) and......

[koopakid17]

*hits buzzer* Mine!

[palmer7]

He's going to buy! (audience and Bryan cheer) All right. You've got that $5,700 gift certificate. Enjoy that. (I walk back to my lectern)


We take the $3 off your score....




Evan: $25
Kevin: $22
Steven: $25



And you now trail by $3. However, the night is young and so are we. Incidentally, we're going to put up a $1,000 gift certificate to Saint Laurent up as a door prize. (audience cheers) That'll be exciting. Now, back to the questions.


1. Violeta Chamorro was the leader of what country?
2. Which artist is famous for his statue The Thinker?
3. What is the only bird that can fly backwards?


(buzzcodes and answers, please)

[palmer7]

1. Violeta Chamorro was the leader of what country?
(buzzcode: 25)
*Evan buzzes in (73)*
Evan?
Evan: Nicaragua
That's right, and you move to $30.
(ding)


Evan: $30
Kevin: $22
Steven: $25



2. Which artist is famous for his statue The Thinker?
(buzzcode: 41)
*Steven buzzes in (41, BULLSEYE!)*
Steven?
Steven: Rodin
Right you are, we have a tie.
(ding)


Evan: $30
Kevin: $22
Steven: $30




3. What is the only bird that can fly backwards?
(buzzcode: 31)
*Steven buzzes in (39)*
Steven?
Steven: Hummingbird
That's right, and you pull into the lead.
(ding)


Evan: $30
Kevin: $22
Steven: $35



[FAME GAME]


Fame Game time, new Fame Game format. This....





[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]


...is a six word puzzle that would lead to the identity of a famous person, place, or thing. Words will pop in gradually. When you think you know who is the focus of this puzzle, buzz in and give us your best answer.


Stacey: Now, Greg, we're going to try it with you.


Greg: My body is ready.


Stacey: Good. Here we go.





[____HOST_____] [_____________] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]



Host



[____HOST_____] [_____OF______] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]


Of




[____HOST_____] [_____OF______] [____"$ALE____]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]




Greg: Oooh, I know who it is. Glenn Ridge!


(audience laughs and applauds -- as rest of puzzle, sans solution, is revealed)



[____HOST_____] [_____OF______] [____"$ALE____]

[_____OF______] [_____THE_____] [___CENTURY"__]



Tony: (VO, off-camera) At least you didn't pick me again.


Greg: Right. That's just an example. If you were wanting to be more specific towards me, the clue would read....




[___CENTER____] [____SQUARE___] [_____AND_____]

[____HOST_____] [_____OF______] [____"$ALE"___]



"Center Square and Host of '$ale'". All right? Now that we've gotten some practice in, here's the first Fame Game for all three players. We're looking for a famous group.




[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]




( Players, please PM me a number between 1 and 6 clues that you would think you would need to correctly identify the famous group. Also, please PM a buzz code from 1-100 just in case more than one of you picks the same number of clues. Lowest clue bidder -- with a buzz code nearer/nearest to the number from random.org --- will "buzz in first".)

[palmer7]

And this Fame Game starts.... now!



[____"99"_____] [_____________] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]


(beep)

"99"


[____"99"_____] [____BAND_____] [_____________]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]


(beep)

Band.


[____"99"_____] [____BAND_____] [____AND______]

[_____________] [_____________] [_____________]


(beep)

And.


[____"99"_____] [____BAND_____] [____AND______]

[___DOROTHY___] [_____________] [_____________]


(beep)

Dorothy...

*Steven buzzes in*


Steven?

[asja2002]

Toto

[palmer7]

Let's see....




[____"99"_____] [____BAND_____] [____AND______]

[___DOROTHY___] [____GALE'S___] [____DOG______]



(ding)
(audience cheers)


That's absolutely right. Dorothy Gale's dog is named Toto, and the band of the same name went to #26 in 1980 with "99", and had a #1 later on with "Africa". We thought "Africa" would give it away.


Now, hopefully the flashing lights are working tonight. Doug told me they were broken during his episode. Are they working, Stace?

[dougmorrisontheair]

(three lights quickly flash -- followed by "blown fuse" sfx from MMC's Electric Company game)

Stacey: Looks like no light show again.  Sorry.

[palmer7]

Greg: We're going to get the Fox electricians in here pronto. Now, Steven, it looks like you'll just have to pick a number. We've got lots of great prizes, we've also got the Turbo--- and this time, I brought my Accel Changer (I strap it on) --- and the $10 Money Card. So go ahead and pick a number.

[asja2002]

Let's try Number 9

[dougmorrisontheair]