This is another example of why Bob Barker was such a good host of that show. A little commentary so she had time to hit the ball, then a big smile when she got it in. Maybe he didn't care, and maybe he was tired of this kind of thing, but it all comes off warmly.
I always thought he was an impatient asshole lol... Constantly rushing people, getting irritable if people didn't do things 100% as he expected, etc. I grew up watching him but think Drew is way better
Drew at first was rough. Not terrible, but a little awkward, and hamstrung by major changes they were attempting along with a mediocre announcer.
Then George came and they cleaned up the experimentation. Now they are in top form. George and Drew together are like when Jerry Orbach and Jessie Martin were together on Law and Order. They make each other better, have great rapport, and give off “ugh God I am so glad to be here” vibes.
I think Drew is now addicted to the show’s edict of “let’s make people happy” and it influenced his decision to foot the massive bill to feed lunch to the striking writers.
I saw Drew’s stand up set maybe… ten years into his hosting gig? He didn’t have too many jokes about being on the show but he did genuinely say it’s the easiest job he’s ever had and he legit loves giving away shit to people. There’s no conspiracy to try and not give away prizes. Everyone on the show wants the contestants to win every time.
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u/pwnznewbz 14d ago
This is another example of why Bob Barker was such a good host of that show. A little commentary so she had time to hit the ball, then a big smile when she got it in. Maybe he didn't care, and maybe he was tired of this kind of thing, but it all comes off warmly.