. >> ken geppings holds the -- gepping -- jennings holds the record, but lost to brad rudder who won $4.5 million. more than 300 have come and gone since "jeopardy" premiered. there's so many there's a network devoted to them. the first broadcast live was "spelling bee", in 1938. truth tore consequences was the first to air with commercials. the very young barker took over as host and stayed on. then he famously moved on to the crisis. it's the longest running game hoe in history 42 years since september. >> game shows have evolved. contests like survivor, and competitions like "pop idle" have been adapted, becoming some of the most successful shows. there's casting, and experts say the more compelling your story, the better. if you are fortunate to get on and win, the irs wins big, taking a major cut. by the way, the first quiz show of "spelling bee", wrapped up in maryland. the national spelling bee was decided on thursday, on national television. >>> coming up, the internet saves one of the most beloved children's shows in half a century. >> now inroducing, the new al jazeea ameri