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Bandit
Member
07-29-2001
| Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 1:54 pm
Yesterday, in Fort Worth at the Bass Performance Hall, they were holding auditions for Who Wants To Be A Millionaire. So, I took a vacation day and trundled down there with my sister-in-law, who was coming along merely for moral support. Auditions began at 9:00 am, we got there at 9:30, and the line was around the building twice. Our first challenge was of course to find parking in downtown Fort Worth. I found a parking lot a couple of blocks down that didn't have any attendants or meters or anything, AND an available spot. I said "If I get a ticket, I get a ticket....I don't care...I've GOT to get in that line!" So, we stake our claim at the end of the line. At 9:30 in the morning, it was already 95 degrees, and we're standing in the HOT HOT sun with no breeze whatsoever. As the morning wore on and the temperatures rose, the more antsy we got. A few people actually passed out from the heat, but what's a little nausea when there's a chance to win a million dollars. After a brief repreive from the heat and some water, they were right back in line. There's no food or drink allowed in the Bass Hall, and not much in the way of food around the auditorium. There's a Barnes & Noble, and a Chili's. Well, Chili's found an opportunity they wanted to cash in on. So they sent employees out to the line selling bottles of water for $2.00, and Oldtimer cheeseburgers for $5. Too bad Michele and I didn't have any cash on us. Cut to 4 hours later, and now the temperature is over 100 degrees. Fortunately, we wound up on the side of the building that wasn't in the direct sunlight, so I guess it wasn't as bad as it could have been. We FINALLY get inside at about 2:00. They take us to another holding cell upstairs to wait some more, but at least it's air-conditioned, there are restrooms, water fountains, and carpet to lay on. About an hour after that, we get ushered back downstairs to stand in yet, another line. At this point, they give us the application to fill out. Aside from the basic stuff, it asks you questions such as.... "What is your most embarassing moment?", "You could be in the Guinness Book of World Records for what? , What are 3 things you want to do before you die?" You know the type of questions I mean....but the worst one was "What would Merideth Vieira find interesting about you?" I DON'T KNOW, WHY DON'T YOU ASK HER?!?!? Anyway, so after all that, and about another hour of sitting on the hard travertine floor, we are escorted into the auditorium. After some question and answer sessions, we are given our tests. We got to take 2...one for the regular edition, and one for their movie edition, which is the real reason I was there. They give you 10 minutes to answer 30 multiple choice questions. They grade them on the spot, and if you pass, then you go on to yet another room to interview with one of the producers of the show. So, we take the movie one first. The first question is about Ghost, the next about Forrest Gump. Then on to Indiana Jones, Legally Blonde, Pretty Woman, Cast Away....I've got this one in the bag. Screeching tires and slamming brakes..... HARRY POTTER??!?!?!?!? Crap.....I know nothing about Harry Potter! So I purely guessed at that one...don't know if I got it right or not. Anyway, after the movie test was the regular one.....I missed 6 questions on that, and I didn't pass. These are the questions I missed: Cerulean is a shade of what color? Resistant to breaks or fractures, what is the strongest bone in the human body? What is the name of Mattels Barbie doll? What kind of powder is in an Etch-A-Sketch toy? Sopranos actor Steven Van Zandt is a veteran guitarist for what rock star? Which of these European countries borders only one other country? Didn't even know Barbie had a middle name. I'll never forget it now, though. I wasn't too upset I didn't pass the general test, as I was really there for the movie edition, but it would have been nice to have 2 chances. My sister-in-law decided to go through the process since she went through all the hell of standing in line in the heat and what not. One of the associate producers then comes out after the tests were graded, and I MADE IT THROUGH TO THE NEXT ROUND!!!!! I had passed the movie test with flying colors, and Michele had passed the general test, so we were both off to interview with the producers. Yep....you guessed it...another room and another line. I was listening quite attentively to everyone else's interview, so I could be prepared for what questions they would ask. But nothing could have prepared me for the first words to come out of the interviewer's mouth. She called my name, I'm walking up to her, and she says "Oh my gosh, you have such a pretty face! You just exude friendliness." So, after gushing and telling her that's probably the nicest thing anyone has ever said to me, I thought to myself....I am so in! And I hope I am...the rest of the interview went well, and then I was told I would find out by mail if I am a contestant, so we'll wait and see. Stay tuned...you could be reading the blog of the next millionaire!!!! Has anyone else ever tried out for this show, or any other?
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 2:03 pm
How exciting! I hope you make it and if you need a phone call for pop culture questions, I'm your girl.
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Jmm
Moderator
08-16-2002
| Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 2:19 pm
That's just great, Bandit. Sounds like you had a wonder time and I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.
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Hukdonreality
Member
09-29-2003
| Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 2:25 pm
I tried out for Jeopardy many years ago. Never got past the first round, even though I am (I mean this humbly) a Jeopardy whiz. My mind is completely chock full of useless information and trivia. The written test was brutal; for example, some of the questions on the written test were in French, and their answers were in Spanish. Since I don't know enough about either, I sucked wind. Many questions that day were based on pictures of paintings (one thing I have NO knowledge of). We had to complete something like 100 questions in 15 minutes. There was NO time to think or reason things through. I did get Alex Trebek's autograph though, and still have the Jeopardy pen they gave all of us. ETA: Good luck, Bandit! I hope you get to go on the show and you kick butt!
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 2:39 pm
That's sounds exciting!
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Konamouse
Member
07-16-2001
| Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 8:01 pm
I passed the test, the audition process and then was a contestant on Sale of the Century back in the 1980's. Got second place on my show (the winner was a 10 time winner, my show was his 9th win in a row). Passed the test and the audition process for Win, Lose, Draw, but then the host died before I could be called to do the show. And then there is my Love Connection appearance. I think somewhere in this board I have already explained that one. Good luck Bandit!!! 'squeek'
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Legalboxer
Member
11-17-2003
| Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 11:10 pm
tried out twice in the past - barely missing the general tests - am scheduled to go up on the 21st to try again if i decide to go to NYC - have to decide by tomorrow... i keep failing the test by one question, usually by not going with my gut but that is why i keep wanting to try
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Lancecrossfire
Animoderator
07-13-2000
| Friday, July 14, 2006 - 9:24 am
Go get 'em Legal!!! Kona, do you have to have a tape of that show? Bandit, best of luck!!
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Bandit
Member
07-29-2001
| Friday, July 14, 2006 - 2:48 pm
Thank you sooooo much everyone! I appreciate all the finger crossing, I can use all the help I can get. I'll definitely have to see if I can sneak in a TVCH plug...or maybe I'll wear a TVCH shirt! lol
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Tera
Member
08-10-2000
| Friday, July 14, 2006 - 3:01 pm
WoW Bandit! That is great! I hope you do make it to NY to compete! Your S.I.L. must be one special, wonderful, unbelievably nice person to endure a day like you had just to keep you company. 
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Friday, July 14, 2006 - 3:43 pm
Rosebud!
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Marysafan
Member
08-07-2000
| Friday, July 14, 2006 - 3:46 pm
Good luck Bandit! I admire your courage and your patience. I would have been short in both departments.
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Bandit
Member
07-29-2001
| Saturday, July 15, 2006 - 6:18 pm
Yes, my SIL is quite awesome....humble too. =^..^=
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Herckleperckle
Member
11-20-2003
| Saturday, July 15, 2006 - 11:06 pm
Best of luck to both of you, Bandit! I'll be crossing my fingers for you. And for you, too, Legal! And Kona, I'm impressed once again. Very cool. (I knew were a smart cookie, but man, that is some record for qualifying for TV game shows!) Bandit, I've sent Herc over to guard your mailbox so he can alert me when you get the good news! (See, we're positive thinkers, here.)

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Mameblanche
Member
08-24-2002
| Sunday, July 16, 2006 - 9:30 am
Cute Herkie gif! Wishing you the best of luck Bandit... so when will you know? Recently the fellow who was best man at our wedding tried out for Jeopardy... he's still waiting to hear. So I am crossing fingers for all of y'all. 
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Bandit
Member
07-29-2001
| Monday, July 17, 2006 - 9:07 am
That is such a cute gif, HP! Please thank Herc for me for being so attentive! They said I'll receive a postcard within the next 2 weeks to say yay or nay. It could be sitting there right now! I doubt it, but hey...one can wish!
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Monday, July 17, 2006 - 9:07 am
I so hope you get it! I'd love to watch my buddy on the show!
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Bandit
Member
07-29-2001
| Wednesday, August 09, 2006 - 11:59 am
Well, thanks again to everyone for your well wishes, crossed fingers, and watchdogs at the mailbox. I received my postcard yesterday: "Thank you for your interest in Who Wants To Be A Millionaire. You have not been selected as a potential contestant. Thank you for auditioning."
No, no...thank YOU for giving me a false sense of security! At least I'm not bitter. I guess it's better to know now. Notice they said potential contestant. Meaning, if I had been selected for the contestant pool, that's no guarantee I would have gotten on the show. I was really sad about it last night, but DH kept telling me it was because THEY knew I knew too much about movies, and they would lose too much money. Maybe I shouldn't have told them about my extensive DVD collection during my interview. Oh well, hindsight is 20/20, as they say. My brother, though, tried out for a new show called 1 vs. 100. He got picked, and they tape on Saturday. Thanks for rubbing it in, big bro!
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Mocha
Member
08-12-2001
| Wednesday, August 09, 2006 - 12:03 pm
Awww.
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Lumbele
Member
07-12-2002
| Wednesday, August 09, 2006 - 12:10 pm
(((Bandit)))
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Wednesday, August 09, 2006 - 12:23 pm
Aw, B! I'm sorry that they didn't pick you. They don't know what they are missing out on.
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, August 09, 2006 - 12:58 pm
You got that right Mamie! Bandit, I'm sorry. I'd love to know when your brother will be on.
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Bandit
Member
07-29-2001
| Wednesday, August 09, 2006 - 1:13 pm
Awwww....you guys are so incredibly sweet. Thank you sooo much. Mamie, you're the greatest! I will let you know when my brother will be on, if I find out in time. Getting info out of him can be like pulling teeth.
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Mamie316
Member
07-08-2003
| Wednesday, August 09, 2006 - 1:16 pm
It would be fun to watch your brother. I wonder what this show is about.
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Bandit
Member
07-29-2001
| Wednesday, August 09, 2006 - 1:33 pm
Ask and you shall receive! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1_vs._100
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Cowboy
Member
08-20-2006
| Tuesday, December 12, 2006 - 5:59 pm
Don't tell her I told ya, but Moondance was a contestant on the Price is Right back in the early 90's. Guess what - she won the Showcase showdown !!!
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Jimmer
Moderator
08-30-2000
| Tuesday, December 12, 2006 - 6:02 pm
Oh that must have been fun and exciting! How long after the actual taping did the show air? I bet everyone was watching!
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Tuesday, December 12, 2006 - 6:03 pm

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Twinkie
Member
09-24-2002
| Tuesday, December 12, 2006 - 6:39 pm
How cool, Cowboy! What did she win?
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Konamouse
Member
07-16-2001
| Tuesday, December 12, 2006 - 8:53 pm
Bandit - what happened to your brother on 1 vs 100?? 'squeek'
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Cowboy
Member
08-20-2006
| Thursday, December 14, 2006 - 6:53 pm
It was before I knew her, so I don't remember the specific prizes. I think it included furniture, TV, and household stuff. She has a tape of the show, but I've only been allowed to watch it once.
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Colordeagua
Member
10-25-2003
| Sunday, December 24, 2006 - 3:41 pm
Bandit, "extensive DVD collection". How extensive is it? I've been on a DVD-buying binge lately. Once Borders started their Borders Rewards program, they really got me good. I love that store -- books and DVDs (not CDs too much). I do check out prices at other places (B&M and web), but with Borders coupons . . . price can be pretty good.
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Heaven45
Member
08-18-2006
| Friday, February 02, 2007 - 9:26 pm
I went with my Red Hatters to be on the Price is Right last year. Waited around for hours and I thought we looked pretty cute all dressed in our Regalia. I was pregnant at the time but I wanted to downplay that, I didn't think they wanted the liability of having a pregnant woman getting all excited, they might think she could go into labor. So when the producers talked to us, my mom opened her big mouth and said how she was looking forward to being a grandmother. Then the producer asked me when I was due and then MOVED ON. I was bummed I didn't get picked but I was scared to death I would get picked at the same time! No one from our group was picked but I can see me sitting in the back row, I taped the show when it aired. I had fun that day, but never again, too much hurry up and wait!
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