History ReplacementScrappy / GameShow

** In a bizarre reversal of the fans' general opinion on Harry Friedman, Mike Richards, who replaced the retiring Friedman as executive producer in Season 37 and (as stated above) was already divisive during his tenure on ''Price''. While Richards has been commended so far for his work on ''Wheel'', his job on ''Jeopardy!'' has been a completely different story. He has been criticized for approving some of the show's most controversial clues, as well as attempting gimmicks such as adding teams (which had flopped in the All-Star Games back in Season 35) to the College Championship, and infamously stating in an interview that Oz was [[BlatantLies neither divisive nor political]]. And then he himself became subject to controversy when he was reported to have been in "advanced negotiations" to become Trebek's permanent successor. This alone was met with near-universal backlash, especially given allegations of age and sex discrimination towards staffers on both ''Jeopardy!'' and ''Price''. Needless to say, fans applauded his decision to stop hosting after one week of the next season was taped.

** In a bizarre reversal of the fans' general opinion on Harry Friedman, Mike Richards, who replaced the retiring Friedman as executive producer in Season 37 and (as stated above) was already divisive during his tenure on ''Price''. While Richards has been commended so far for his work on ''Wheel'', his job on ''Jeopardy!'' has been a completely different story. He has been criticized for approving some of the show's most controversial clues, as well as attempting gimmicks such as adding teams (which had flopped in the All-Star Games back in Season 35) to the College Championship, and infamously stating in an interview that Oz was [[BlatantLies neither divisive nor political]]. And then he himself became subject to controversy when he was reported to have been in "advanced negotiations" to become Trebek's permanent successor. This alone was met with near-universal backlash, especially given allegations of age and sex discrimination towards staffers on both ''Jeopardy!'' and ''Price''. Needless to say, fans applauded his decision to would stop hosting after one week of the next season was taped.

* ''Series/DoubleDare1986'':
** Subverted when Harvey left before the 1992 season of ''Family Double Dare''. His replacement, Doc Holliday, may have not the chemistry Harvey had with Marc Summers, but fans thought he brought his own style and made it work.
** Then came ''Double Dare 2000'' which had Jason Harris replacing Marc along with Tiffany Phelps as the announcer. Jason's hosting style dragged the game play down and he often fumbled over the physical challenge descriptions. Tiffany wasn't much better, as she was overbearingly shrill when introducing Jason.
* Oddly enough, many considered Creator/AlexTrebek this when initially tapped to host the revived ''Series/{{Jeopardy}}'' in 1984. Many viewers found him cold and condescending compared to the original series' host, Art Fleming, who declined the chance to host the new version (and would even criticize the Trebek version himself). This criticism faded over time though, as Trebek [[GrowingTheBeard grew into the role]] and memories of Fleming's versions faded.
%% [[Series/TheDrOzShow Dr. Mehmet Oz]], due to his extremely controversial reputation, was universally panned by fans and former contestants. Even without his reputation, his hosting has been mediocre; at least one contestant who played on an Oz episode said that Oz screwed up several clues, as well as making fun of her behind the scenes.
%% In a bizarre reversal of the fans' general opinion on Harry Friedman, Mike Richards, who replaced the retiring Friedman in Season 37 and (as stated above) was already divisive during his tenure on ''Price'', while decent on ''Wheel'', has been criticized for approving some of the show's most controversial clues, as well as approving gimmicks such as adding teams (which had flopped in the All-Star Games back in Season 35) to the College Championship, and infamously stating in an interview that Oz was [[BlatantLies neither divisive nor political]].

** Mike Richards (the show’s executive producer from 2009-2019) got flak for replacing Roger Dobkowitz as series producer in Season 37 due to Creator/FremantleMedia's decision to put the show in a new direction, and replacing Syd Vinnedge as Executive Producer the following season. Bart Eskander's replacement, Rich [=DiPirro=], once went so far as to tell him he was ruining this show.

** Towards the end of Season 12 in 1995, Harry Friedman replaced Nancy Jones as producer. While the show's updates were consistent under Jones' tenure, Friedman made a myriad of changes starting in Season 14. Among his "contributions" were a single wheel template in use since 1996, an electronic puzzle board in 1997 (probably his most justifiable change), Toss-Up puzzles and the retirement of Creator/MervGriffin's music packages in 2000, Prize Puzzles in 2003, and a $1,000,000 cash prize in 2008. In 2013, it was confirmed that he approves every puzzle that makes it onto the show, leading to no small amount of derision for a decline in puzzle writing. It’s a good wonder he lasted twenty-five years on the show, as fans consider his hiring a major senior moment on Griffin’s part, and Friedman seemed to do a much better job producing sister show ''Series/{{Jeopardy}}''. The announcement that he would retire after its 37th season was applauded by many, and Mike Richards was announced as Friedman’s replacement; so far, Richards seems to be averting this with more modern puzzles and the 2021 celebrity specials drawing high ratings.

* A fair number of UK game show ''Hole in the Wall'' fans see Anton Du Beke as this after he replaced Dale Winton (of Supermarket Sweep fame) as presenter.

** Late in the 1980s revival of ''The Newlywed Game'', Paul Rodriguez took over from the show's longtime host Bob Eubanks (who had hosted multiple versions dating back to the 60s). Rodriguez was originally seen as overbearing and too far-removed from Bob's "loveable sleazeball" shtick, but he would later tone down his style and avert this trope.
** Carnie Wilson, who hosted the 2000s revival, was seen as this by many, although many who have been to tapings said that she came off better in-studio and was more a victim of post-production.

* On the US version of ''Series/{{The Chase|GameShow}},'' Sara Haines. She is a much slower reader than Brooke Burns was on the Game Show Network run (Brooke typically got through 12 or 13 in the Cashbuilder segment; with Sara, you’re lucky if you hear nine questions in the minute; she is no faster in the Final Chase). In addition, she has a habit of making unnecessary side comments during the Individual Chases (no, they don’t come about organically, they just come across as forced and unfunny).

* On the US version of ''Series/TheChase,'' Sara Haines. She is a much slower reader than Brooke Burns was on the Game Show Network run (Brooke typically got through 12 or 13 in the Cashbuilder segment; with Sara, you’re lucky if you hear nine questions in the minute; she is no faster in the Final Chase). In addition, she has a habit of making unnecessary side comments during the Individual Chases (no, they don’t come about organically, they just come across as forced and unfunny).

%% [[Series/TheDrOzShow Dr. Mehmet Oz]], due to his extremely controversial reputation, was universally panned by fans and former contestants. Even without his reputation, his hosting has been mediocre; at least one contestant who played on an Oz episode said that Oz screwed up several clues, as well as making fun of her behind the scenes. Oz has pulled in the worst ratings of any guest host thus far.

%% [[Series/TheDrOzShow Dr. Mehmet Oz]], due to his extremely controversial reputation, was universally panned by fans and former contestants. Even without his reputation, his hosting has been mediocre; at least one contestant who played on an Oz episode said that Oz screwed up several clues, as well as making fun of her behind the scenes.

%% In a bizarre reversal of the fans' general opinion on Harry Friedman, Mike Richards, who replaced the retiring Friedman in Season 37 and (as stated above) was already divisive during his tenure on ''Price'', while decent on ''Wheel'', has been criticized for approving some of the show's most controversial clues, as well as approving gimmicks such as adding teams (which had flopped in the All-Star Games back in Season 35) to the College Championship, and infamously stating in an interview that Oz was [[BlatantLies neither divisive nor political]] while also ignoring a petition to have Creator/LeVarBurton as a guest host, which garnered over 230,000 signatures as of April 2021.

%% Mike Richards, who replaced the retired Harry Friedman. He has been criticized for approving some of the show's most controversial clues, as well as approving gimmicks such as adding teams (which had flopped in the All-Star Games back in Season 35) to the College Championship, and infamously stating in an interview that Oz was [[BlatantLies neither divisive nor political]] while also ignoring a petition to have Creator/LeVarBurton as a guest host, which garnered over 230,000 signatures as of April 2021.

** Then came the 2006 revival for Creator/{{GSN}}, which went to Dylan Lane, who was hated for his smarmy and douchey personality (exacerbated by the much better hosting of Tim Vincent on the pilot). The 2021 revival (the third for the same network; a previous revival in 2015 was hosted by Mike Catherwood) features Lane as host again. He is not appreciably better this time around.

** Then came the 2006 revival for Creator/{{GSN}}, which went to Dylan Lane, who was hated for his smarmy and douchey personality (exacerbated by the much better hosting of Tim Vincent on the pilot). The 2021 revival (the third for the same network; a previous revival in 2015 was hosted by Mike Catherwood) features Lane as host again. He did ''not'' get any better this time around.

** Then came the 2006 revival for Creator/{{GSN}}, which went to Dylan Lane, who was hated for his smarmy and douchey personality (exacerbated by the much better hosting of Tim Vincent on the pilot). The 2021 revival (the third for the same network; a previous revival in 2015 was hosted by Mike Catherwood) will feature Lane as host again. Only time will tell if he gets any better this time around.

** Towards the end of Season 12 in 1995, Harry Friedman replaced Nancy Jones as producer. While the show's updates were consistent under Jones' tenure, Friedman made a myriad of changes starting in Season 14. Among his "contributions" were a single wheel template in use since 1996, an electronic puzzle board in 1997 (probably his most justifiable change), Toss-Up puzzles and the retirement of Creator/MervGriffin's music packages in 2000, Prize Puzzles in 2003, and a $1,000,000 cash prize in 2008. In 2013, it was confirmed that he approves every puzzle that makes it onto the show, leading to no small amount of derision for a decline in puzzle writing. It’s a good wonder he lasted twenty-five years on the show, as fans consider his hiring a major senior moment on Griffin’s part, and Friedman seemed to do a much better job producing sister show ''Series/{{Jeopardy}}'' The announcement that he would retire after its 37th season was applauded by many, and Mike Richards was announced as Friedman’s replacement, though time will tell whether he becomes this.

** Subverted with Rolf Benirschke, who took over from the daytime version on Creator/{{NBC}} after Pat stepped down to host ''Series/ThePatSajakShow''. While Rolf was clearly awkward and inexperienced (including one instance where he admitted on-air that he didn't know how to handle a tie game, and another where a ''contestant'' corrected him... during a Teen Week), most people agree that he at least had a friendly demeanor and put in genuine effort to overcome his experience; it's also widely accepted that the demise of the NBC era had nothing to do with him and more to do with the decline of the daytime game show market as a whole. The daytime version was UnCanceled on Creator/{{CBS}}, who selected the more experienced Bob Goen instead.

** A similar hatred came for those who filled in after Charlie's death in November 2010. John Cramer was seen as SoOkayItsAverage; Joe Cipriano and Rich Fields were hated for their [[DullSurprise lack of enthusiasm]] (surprising given that Cipriano has done many other game shows in the past, and Fields had the [[NoIndoorVoice exact opposite criticism]] on ''Series/ThePriceIsRight''); and obscure voiceover artist Lora Cain barely even did anything at all (she only introduced Pat Sajak and Vanna White at the top of the show and read the copy for the Prize Puzzle, while Vanna announced everything else herself). This put the fandom almost universally in favor of Jim Thornton, who was very warmly received as the show's fourth permanent announcer in 2011.
** Towards the end of Season 12 in 1995, Harry Friedman replaced Nancy Jones as producer. While the show's updates were consistent under Jones' tenure, [[TheyChangedItNowItSucks Friedman made many]] [[ComplexityAddiction unpopular changes]] [[WereStillRelevantDammit to keep it fresh]] [[SeasonalRot starting in Season 14]]. Among his "contributions" were a single wheel template in use since 1996, Toss-Up puzzles and the retirement of Creator/MervGriffin's music packages in 2000, Prize Puzzles in 2003, and a $1,000,000 cash prize in 2008. In 2013, it was confirmed that he approves every puzzle that makes it onto the show; to this day, fans still call him out for approving such low-quality puzzles, the Prize Puzzle in particular. It’s a good wonder he lasted twenty-five years on the show, as fans consider his hiring a major senior moment on Griffin’s part, and this is surprising, giving that Friedman averted this on ''Jeopardy!''. The announcement that he would retire after its 37th season was applauded by many, and Mike Richards was announced as Friedman’s replacement, though time will tell whether he becomes this.

* Most fans had little to complain about when Meredith Vieira replaced Regis Philbin of ''Series/WhoWantsToBeAMillionaire'', but her successors weren't so lucky. Cedric the Entertainer and Terry Crews both received lukewarm-at-best reception from fans, and did nothing to revive the show's continuously fading popularity, with both only lasting a year. Cedric was criticized for ill-advised attempts to bring comedy into the show and for frequently wearing fedoras in-studio, while Crews was regarded as having NoIndoorVoice. Chris Harrison couldn't save the show from being cancelled in 2019, but he was better received by fans (particularly those who enjoyed Meredith's low-key style).

* Oddly enough, many considered Creator/AlexTrebek this when initially tapped to host the revived ''Series/{{Jeopardy}}'' in 1984. Many viewers found him cold and condescending compared to the original series' host, Art Fleming, who declined the chance to host the new version (and would even criticize the Trebek version himself). This criticism faded over time though, as Trebek [[GrowingTheBeard grew into the role]] and memories of Fleming's versions faded (due mainly to [[KeepCirculatingTheTapes most of them being wiped]]).

* The game show ''Series/ChainReaction'' had this happen several times. The 1986-91 revival, taped in Canada for Creator/USANetwork, was originally hosted by Canadian singer and host Blake Emmons. Emmons was hated for being extremely hyperactive and constantly forgetting the rules. Due to scheduling conflicts, he was replaced a few months into the run with the more experienced Geoff Edwards (who had previously filled in for Creator/BillCullen on the original 1980-81 run so that the latter could fill in for Allen Ludden on ''Series/{{Password}} Plus''). Then came the 2006 revival for Creator/{{GSN}}, which went to Dylan Lane, who was hated for his smarmy and douchey personality (exacerbated by the much better hosting of Tim Vincent on the pilot). The 2021 revival (the third for the same network; a previous revival in 2015 was hosted by Mike Catherwood) will feature Lane as host again. Only time will tell if he gets any better this time around.

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* On the US version of [[Series/TheChase]], Sara Haines. She is a much slower reader than Brooke Burns was on the Game Show Network run (Brooke typically got through 12 or 13 in the Cashbuilder segment; with Sara, you’re lucky if you hear nine questions in the minute; she is no faster in the Final Chase). In addition, she has a habit of making unnecessary side comments during the Individual Chases (no, they don’t come about organically, they just come across as forced and unfunny).

* The game show ''Series/ChainReaction'' had this happen several times. The 1986-91 revival, taped in Canada for Creator/USANetwork, was originally hosted by Canadian singer and host Blake Emmons. Emmons was hated for being extremely hyperactive and constantly forgetting the rules. Due to scheduling conflicts, he was replaced a few months into the run with the more experienced Geoff Edwards (who had previously filled in for Creator/BillCullen on the original 1980-81 run so that the latter could fill in for Allen Ludden on ''Series/{{Password}} Plus''). Then came the 2006 revival for Creator/{{GSN}}, which went to Dylan Lane, who was hated for his smarmy and douchey personality (exacerbated by the much better hosting of Tim Vincent on the pilot). The 2021 revival (the third for the same network; a previous revival in 2014 was hosted by Mike Catherwood) will feature Lane as host again. Only time will tell if he gets any better this time around.

* The game show ''Series/ChainReaction'' had this happen several times. The 1986-91 revival, taped in Canada for Creator/USANetwork, was originally hosted by Canadian singer and host Blake Emmons. Emmons was hated for being extremely hyperactive and constantly forgetting the rules. Due to scheduling conflicts, he was replaced a few months into the run with the more experienced Geoff Edwards (who had previously filled in for Creator/BillCullen on the original 1980-81 run so that the latter could fill in for Allen Ludden on ''Series/{{Password}} Plus''). Then came the 2006 revival for Creator/{{GSN}}, which went to Dylan Lane, who was hated for his smarmy and douchey personality (exacerbated by the much better hosting of Tim Vincent on the pilot).

** John O'Hurley (2006-10) also got an initial pass, because he had previously proven himself a capable host on the 2000-2002 revival of ''Series/ToTellTheTruth'', and because ''Feud'''s Website/YouTube account uploaded clips from his first few episodes that were ''very'' well-received by fans. But some felt that he merely seemed to be going through the motions, especially in later seasons, while others found him poor at reacting to off-the-wall answers. He was also criticized for overusing his RunningGag of jolting in surprise every time the buzzer sounded in [[BonusRound Fast Money]] (to his credit, this was only done during his first season).

*** Among those who filled in after Rod's death, Daniel Rosen was universally ''hated'' for a serious lack of enthusiasm and general sloppiness. One episode has him saying "Uh" before the OpeningNarration; one has him completely deadpan the intro to Punch-a-Bunch; and he reportedly had to do at least two retakes because no one in-studio could hear him. Fans also noted that Rosen seemed to be imitating Rod at times by wearing loud clothing and drawing out his name when signing off. He also allegedly {{astro turf}}ed fan forum Golden-Road.net with about 50 sockpuppets praising his own performance. However, he must have gotten better, as he is one of the rotating announcers for ''The Price Is Right Live!'', a live production which puts on mock games of ''Price'' in casinos.

*** After Rich was fired, six more substitutes rotated until George Gray (former host of ''[[Series/TheGongShow Extreme Gong]]'' and the syndicated ''Series/TheWeakestLink'') became the show's fourth permanent announcer. Among the substitutes, Steve White and Brad Sherwood were hated for their fake enthusiasm (and White even more so for [[TheNicknamer giving Drew silly nicknames]]), while former ''Series/ShopTilYouDrop'' host JD Roberto was seen as SoOkayItsAverage but lost points for insulting a contestant (although he later got to announce the 2012 revival of ''Series/{{Pyramid}}''). While there was some pushback over Gray getting the job (his first few episodes were shaky; some fans thought that David H. Lawrence XVII or Jeff B. Davis had better voices; and some felt that Gray only got the job because he was friends with executive producer Mike Richards), he has ultimately averted this trope and most fans feel that he is a worthwhile successor.

* When ''Series/CardSharks'' was revived in 1986-88, it took two forms: a Creator/{{CBS}} version with Bob Eubanks hosting, and a syndicated version with Bill Rafferty, both of whom had markedly different styles from original host Jim Perry. While Rafferty averted this, Eubanks was seen as either a straight example or another aversion. Eubanks was criticized for bringing the same sleazy hosting style he had mastered on ''Series/TheNewlywedGame'' to a show that didn't really call for it. Others didn't mind his demeanor.

** Subverted with Rolf Benirschke, who took over from the daytime version after Pat stepped down to host ''Series/ThePatSajakShow''. While Rolf was clearly awkward and inexperienced (including one instance where he admitted on-air that he didn't know how to handle a tie game, and another where a ''contestant'' corrected him... during a Teen Week), most people agree that he at least had a friendly demeanor, he did show considerable improvement in the six months that he hosted, and that the decline of the daytime show had nothing to do with him.
** After [[TheAnnouncer announcer]] Jack Clark died of bone cancer in summer 1988, he was replaced by Los Angeles deejay M.G. Kelly, who was constantly derided for sounding way too mellow. Pat also pointed out in an interview that Kelly frequently had to redo his copy in post because he kept making mistakes (and even then, a few mistakes still made it to air anyway). Kelly left the show in February 1989 when Clark's predecessor, Charlie O'Donnell, returned.
** A similar hatred came for those who filled in after Charlie's death in November 2010. John Cramer, Joe Cipriano, and Rich Fields were generally hated for their own lack of enthusiasm (surprising, given Fields' derision for the exact opposite problem on ''Series/ThePriceIsRight''), as was extremely obscure voiceover artist Lora Cain.[[note]](''Series/{{Jeopardy}}'' announcer Johnny Gilbert also did three weeks during this timespan, but it's clear that he was never considered for the job -- besides his commitments to ''Jeopardy!'', he is also significantly older.)[[/note]] This put the fanbase almost unanimously in favor of Jim Thornton, who got the job in summer 2011 and has been very well-received.

* When ''Series/LetsMakeADeal'' was revived in 1990, original host/co-producer Monty Hall felt that he was too old to host anymore, so he chose Bob Hilton to host. Hilton, who had far more experience as an announcer than as a host, was so poorly received by the fanbase that Hall actually guest-hosted the last few weeks to try and save a sinking ship. His original intent was merely to fill in until he could find a suitable host to carry Season 2, but the show got canceled instead.
* Although she is not without her fans (and has won two Daytime Emmys for "Outstanding Game Show Host"), Meredith Viera is sometimes seen as this on ''Series/WhoWantsToBeAMillionaire'' in comparison to original host Regis Philbin. (The switch in hosts coincided with the show moving from Creator/{{ABC}} to syndication.) Detractors of Meredith find her style too low-key and nicey-nice, particularly in comparison to the more exuberant Regis.
** Meredith's successors Cedric the Entertainer and Terry Crews both received lukewarm-at-best reception from fans, and did nothing to revive the show's continuously fading popularity, with both only lasting a year. Cedric was criticized for ill-advised attempts to bring comedy into the show, and for frequently wearing fedoras in-studio, while Crews was regarded as having NoIndoorVoice. Chris Harrison couldn't save the show from being cancelled in 2019, but he was better received by fans (particularly those who enjoyed Meredith's low-key style).

** Late in the 1980s revival of ''The Newlywed Game'', Paul Rodriguez took over from the show's longtime host, Bob Eubanks (who had hosted multiple versions dating back to the 60s). Rodriguez was originally seen as overbearing and too far-removed from Bob's "loveable sleazeball" shtick, but eventually grew into the role, thus making him an aversion.

* Oddly enough, many considered Creator/AlexTrebek this when initially tapped to host the revived ''Series/{{Jeopardy}}'' in 1984. Many viewers found him cold and condescending compared to the original series' host, Art Fleming, who declined the chance to host the new version. This criticism faded over time though, as Trebek [[GrowingTheBeard grew into the role]] and memories of Fleming's versions faded (due mainly to [[KeepCirculatingTheTapes most of them being wiped]]).

* The game show ''Series/ChainReaction'' had this happen several times. The 1986-91 revival, taped in Canada for Creator/USANetwork, was originally hosted by Canadian singer and television host Blake Emmons. Emmons was hated for being extremely hyperactive and constantly forgetting the rules. Due to taping conflicts, he was replaced a few months into the run with the more experienced Geoff Edwards (who had previously filled in on the original 1980-81 run). Then came the 2006 revival for Creator/{{GSN}}, which went to Dylan Lane, who was hated for his smarmy and douchey personality (exacerbated by the much better hosting of Tim Vincent on the pilot).

** Even Steve Harvey (2010-), who has brought the show its highest ratings in years, isn't immune. Harvey instantly gained fans due to his LargeHam reactions to stupid answers, which (as in the prior incarnations) were usually organic, off-the-cuff reactions. However, the producers decided to try enforcing Harvey's {{Wild Take}}s as often as possible, leading to a more sophomoric level of question-writing that baited contestants into giving lurid answers. The increasing focus on humor at the expense of gameplay has even caused some fans to look back and re-evaluate nearly every other predecessor, to the point that even Karn and Anderson have started to gain minor appreciation simply because their incarnations weren't as lewd.

** The revival begun in 1999 originally went to comedian Louie Anderson. He was heavily panned for his weight, gravelly monotone voice, and supposedly bored demeanor (the last of which was even mocked by ''Series/{{MADtv}}''). After he left in 2002, a pattern began where each successive host was considered an improvement at first glance, but then the cracks began to show:

** Towards the end of Season 12 in 1995, Harry Friedman replaced Nancy Jones as producer. While the show's updates were consistent under Jones' tenure, [[TheyChangedItNowItSucks Friedman made many]] [[ComplexityAddiction unpopular changes]] [[WereStillRelevantDammit to keep it fresh]] [[SeasonalRot starting in Season 14]]. Among his "contributions" were a single wheel template in use since 1996, Toss-Up puzzles and the retirement of Creator/MervGriffin's music packages in 2000, Prize Puzzles in 2003, and a $1,000,000 cash prize in 2008. In 2013, it was confirmed that he approves every puzzle that makes it onto the show and fans call him out for approving such low-quality puzzles, the Prize Puzzle in particular. It’s a good wonder he lasted over twenty years on the show, as fans consider his hiring a major senior moment on Griffin’s part. The announcement that he would retire after its 37th season was applauded by many, and Mike Richards was announced as Friedman’s replacement.

** Even Steve Harvey (2010-), who has brought the show its highest ratings in years, isn't immune. Harvey instantly gained fans due to his LargeHam reactions to stupid answers, which (as in the prior incarnations) were usually organic, off-the-cuff reactions. However, the producers decided to try enforcing Harvey's {{Wild Take}}s as often as possible, leading to a more sophomoric level of question-writing that baited contestants into giving lurid answers. The increasing focus on humor at the expense of gameplay has even caused some fans to look back and re-evaluate nearly every other predecessor, [[ILikedItBetterWhenItSucked to the point that even Karn and Anderson have started to gain minor appreciation]] simply because their incarnations weren't as lewd.

* For Season 2 of ''Series/BeatTheGeeks'', Blaine Capatch replaced J. Keith van Straaten whom Creator/ComedyCentral thought wasn't geeky enough. Capatch drew hatred for being too [[LargeHam hammy]] and needlessly condescending to the contestants, to the point where he's scream "GET OUT!" to eliminated players at least once a show.

* For Season 2 of ''Series/BeatTheGeeks'', Blaine Capatch replaced J. Keith van Straaten whom Creator/ComedyCentral thought wasn't geeky enough. Capatch drew hatred for being too [[LargeHam hammy]] and needlessly condescending to the contestants, to the point where he yelled "GET OUT!" to at least half of eliminated players.

* Game show fans generally agree that the worst part about ''Gameshow Marathon'' and what made it so forgettable was Ricki Lake hosting. Unlike the games' other emcees, Lake hosted with the same plastic demeanor as she would hosting a talk show. In addition to showing very little charisma, she also seemed constantly lost on what she had to do. Similar to John Davidson on his shows, had a habit of letting the celebrities take over.