Jeopardy! Fans Outraged Over Detroit-Style Hot Dog Question
Jeopardy! fans were left fuming after a recent episode featured a question about Detroit-style hot dogs that many deemed inaccurate. The controversy arose when contestant Adriana Harmeyer was asked what you would receive if you ordered a ‘Coney Island’ at a Detroit eatery. Adriana’s response of ‘a chili dog’ was accepted as correct, but viewers took to social media to express their outrage, arguing that a Detroit Coney is not the same as a chili dog.
During the episode, Adriana faced off against fellow contestants Christina Paul and Travis Kissire. The $1,200 ‘City-Slang’ clue read: ‘Order a Coney Island at Detroit’s finer eateries and you’ll get this.’ Adriana initially answered ‘hot dog,’ but after being prompted for more specificity by host Ken Jennings, she replied with ‘a chili dog,’ which was ultimately deemed correct on the show.
However, fans were quick to point out the distinction between a Detroit Coney and a traditional chili dog, with many taking to Reddit to voice their frustrations. Some viewers argued that the sauce used on a Detroit Coney is a specific meat sauce, not chili.
This incident is not the first time Jeopardy! fans have been left disappointed by contestants’ responses. In a previous episode, the contestants failed to correctly answer sports-related questions, sparking further backlash from viewers. Despite the controversies, the show continues to be a popular source of entertainment for trivia enthusiasts and viewers alike.