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Q: How does Alex Trebek read every question without tripping over the big words or words in other languages?

Author: 
Adam Thomlison / TV Media

The "how" of "Jeopardy" host Alex Trebek's pronunciation is fairly unremarkable, but the "why" reveals a bit more about America's favorite man of trivia.

The show doesn't do "rehearsals" in the normal sense, of course -- the contestants can't have seen the questions before being taped or it would ruin the whole thing.

The Simpsons, on Fox

After Homer returns from a nuclear power plant operating convention, Lisa suspects something fishy may be going on in this 25th season premiere. Kristen Wiig makes a special guest-voice appearance as an FBI agent.

Homer as seen in "The Simpsons"
Homer as seen in "The Simpsons"

Animated celebrity: Fox's 'Animation Domination' lines up the stars

Author: 
Andrew Warren / TV Media
Bart, Homer, Marge, Maggie and Lisa as seen in "The Simpsons"

Bart, Homer, Marge, Maggie and Lisa as seen in "The Simpsons"

Animated celebrity: Sunday nights belong to the cartoons.

Late Laughs for the week of September 29 - October 5, 2013

Jimmy Kimmel Live!: Jimmy Kimmel

Dennis Rodman returned to North Korea this morning — and with any luck, this time it’s for good!

 

Rodman says he is not going to North Korea for diplomatic reasons. He just likes being taller than an entire country.

 

Animated celebrity: Fox's 'Animation Domination' lines up the stars

Author: 
Andrew Warren / TV Media
Bart, Homer, Marge, Maggie and Lisa as seen in "The Simpsons"

Bart, Homer, Marge, Maggie and Lisa as seen in "The Simpsons"

Animated celebrity: Sunday nights belong to the cartoons.

Rising to the top: 'Top Chef' heads down to the Big Easy

Author: 
Andrew Warren / TV Media
Emeril Lagasse, Padma Lakshmi, Tom Colicchio, Gail Simmons and Hugh Acheson as seen in "Top Chef"

Emeril Lagasse, Padma Lakshmi, Tom Colicchio, Gail Simmons and Hugh Acheson as seen in "Top Chef"

New cheftestants, new challenges, amazing new dishes. What isn't there to love about new things?

Recaps for the week of September 23 - 27

Author: 
Andrew Sawyer / TV Media
John McCook stars in "The Bold and the Beautiful"

John McCook stars in "The Bold and the Beautiful"

The Bold and the Beautiful

Brooke and Quinn discuss the possibility of Hope and Wyatt having a future together, while Bill accuses Liam of of having lingering feelings for Steffy. With Liam's marriage to Steffy officially over he rushes to make plans to marry Hope as soon as possible. Feeling that his chance is slipping by, Wyatt convinces Hope to accompany him on a business trip to Mexico. While there, Wyatt and Hope learn a magical secret about an item that could be the key to the success of Forrester Creations and Quinn Artisan. Meanwhile, Katie unexpectedly returns to town and is furious when she discovers Brooke and Bill's living situation. Rick tries to persuade Caroline, and himself, that he is alright with Maya's impending marriage to Carter.

Days of Our Lives

Eric allows Marlena to hypnotize him and he begins to have memory flashes during his pre-cana with Brady and Kristen. Meanwhile, Brady is suspicious when he spies Victor and Marlena seemingly conspiring together. Daniel and Parker go to visit Chloe, while JJ breaks into Daniel's apartment and throws a party with his friends. Theresa vows to get revenge on Jennifer for ruining her life and Anne is quick to offer her assistance. After an unpleasant encounter with Stefano, EJ discovers Chad's secret and uses the information to his advantage. Will is shocked when he finds Gabi and Nick in a compromising position and is furious with Sonny for keeping their secret. Rafe is frustrated with the lack of progress he's been making with Jordan, while Nicole is tempted with a new job offer. Chad gives Abigail a meaningful gift connected to Jack.

General Hospital

Kiki and Morgan's wedding party is rife with tension as liaisons at the event lead to numerous heated confrontations. Still grieving Connie's death, Sonny loses control during his toast to Morgan and reveals a little too much information. Meanwhile, Dante and Lulu suffer an incredibly rough night with the baby as they make the final preparations for her christening. Later, family and friends gather for the christening of Dante and Lulu's new little girl, named Connie. After a particularly tense exchange with Maxie, Spinelli is surprised when Dante asks him to be the baby's godfather. An unlikely pair wake up in bed together. Patrick walks in on Sabrina while she is treating a shirtless Carlos. Luke's future seems dim as his condition continues to deteriorate.

The Young and the Restless

Adam enlists Avery's help in tracking down Dylan and Connor and they locate them at a remote cabin. Realizing he's suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, Avery manages to calm him down and he returns Connor to Chelsea and Adam. Chelsea and the baby move into Adam's penthouse and later the doctor has some shocking news when they take Connor for a checkup. Meanwhile, Nikki and Paul dig deeper in Illinois for information on the baby she gave up for adoption. Lily and Cane tell Neil and Leslie they have proof that Hilary is the blogger, but Neil is reluctant to press charges due to his connection with Rose Turner's death. Sharon tells Dr. Watkins that things with Nick are going in the right direction and that she doesn't need to take her pills anymore. Victor invites Noah to come work with him at Newman Enterprises.

Saturday Night Live, on NBC

A fresh cast brings viewers comedy sketches, pop culture parodies and much more as this comedy institution enters its 39th season. The iconic sketch comedy series also features special appearances by chart-topping musical acts.

Cecily Strong as seen in "Saturday Night Live"
Cecily Strong as seen in "Saturday Night Live"

Q: Is it true that Al Roker is a mystery writer?

Author: 
Adam Thomlison / TV Media

Yes he is, and it won't seem quite as odd when you see the sort of subject matter he writes about.

He and his co-author, Dick Lochte, write lighthearted, comical mysteries. They got started with "The Morning Show Murders," about a talk show personality who is implicated in a murder. The fictional show, "Wake Up America," bears a striking resemblance to Roker's own "Today" show.

Serious comedy: Building bromances out of failed romances in CBS' 'We Are Men'

Author: 
Shona Dustan / TV Media
Tony Shalhoub stars in "We Are Men"

Tony Shalhoub stars in "We Are Men"

The testosterone level on CBS will be going up this season. 

With a cast stacked with both comedians and television veterans, "We Are Men" has been generating some buzz as fall premiere season gets underway. The freshman series kicks off Monday, Sept. 30, on CBS.

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