S2·E170 Show #430

Episode recap

The broadcast identified as season 2, episode 170 (show #430) of the 1984 version of Jeopardy! presented three new challengers: Patrick Cassidy, Ron Cadillo and Cliff Miles Katskee. As with every installment of the series, the contest was hosted by Alex Trebek, whose opening greeting introduced the three competitors and outlined the stakes of the game. The familiar voice of announcer Johnny Gilbert provided the introductory music and read the show’s title card before Trebek began the first round.

The episode followed the standard Jeopardy! format described in the series’ reference materials. In the initial Jeopardy! round, the board displayed six categories, each containing five clues of increasing monetary value. Contestants selected clues by name, and each response had to be phrased in the form of a question. Correct answers added the clue’s dollar amount to the contestant’s score, while incorrect responses deducted the same amount and opened the opportunity for the remaining players to buzz in. After all clues in the first round were exhausted, Trebek introduced the Double Jeopardy! round, which featured a second board with doubled dollar values and two hidden Daily Doubles. The three participants again competed for the higher stakes, with the same rules governing correct and incorrect responses.

Following Double Jeopardy!, the scores were revealed, and the contestant with the highest total advanced to Final Jeopardy! In the final segment, a single clue was presented, and each player wrote down a response and wagered any portion of their accumulated earnings. After the time limit expired, Trebek read the correct answer, and the wagers were settled. The episode concluded with Trebek announcing the final totals and congratulating the winner, while the other two contestants were thanked for their participation.

Although the specific categories, clues, and final scores for this particular airing are not detailed in the available synopsis, the episode adhered to the established structure of the long‑running quiz competition, delivering the familiar blend of general‑knowledge challenges and rapid‑fire response that defines Jeopardy!. The broadcast contributed to the series’ ongoing record of showcasing new contestants and maintaining the format that has made the show a staple of American television since its creation by Merv Griffin.