S2·E148 Show #408

Episode recap

The episode identified as season two, episode 148 of the long‑running quiz program Jeopardy! (show number 408) presents three new challengers: Sandra Lowe, John Voland, and Eric Schoeck. As with every installment of the series, the contest follows the established three‑round structure that defines the format of the show. In the opening Jeopardy! round each contestant selects a clue from a board organized by category and dollar value, then provides a response phrased as a question. Correct responses add the clue’s value to the contestant’s total, while incorrect answers deduct the same amount. After the first round the board is cleared and the Double Jeopardy! round begins, offering higher‑valued clues and two daily doubles that give the players an opportunity to wager any portion of their accumulated scores. The episode proceeds through these two rounds, with the three participants competing for the highest total.

When the second round concludes, the contestant with the greatest sum of money advances to the final segment, known as Final Jeopardy! In this segment a single clue is presented, and the leading player, along with the others, may wager any or all of their current totals before writing a response. The final answer is revealed after the wagers are locked in, and the scores are adjusted based on correctness. The contestant who finishes with the highest amount wins the game and returns for the next episode, while the others receive consolation prizes.

The broadcast maintains the show’s characteristic pacing, with Alex Trebek (the series’ host) introducing each category, confirming correct responses, and providing brief commentary on the clues. The episode’s focus remains on the intellectual competition among Sandra Lowe, John Voland, and Eric Schoeck, showcasing their breadth of general‑knowledge expertise across a wide array of topics. No additional narrative elements or special segments are noted beyond the standard gameplay that defines Jeopardy! as a staple of American television quiz programming.