Herb Stempel - Archive Interview Part 1 of 3

Quiz Show Contestant Herbert Stempel discusss how in 1956, he wrote to the producers of the new quiz show, "Twenty One" and was invited to become a contestant on the popular program. Mr. Stempel talks about his repeated appearances, and his orchestrated defeat by Charles Van Doren -- before which he was promised a job on the show. When the job did not come through, Mr. Stempel approached the authorities, further igniting what became known as the "Quiz Show Scandals." Mr. Stempel talks about his testimony and his ultimate return to private life.

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[kolst8406]

There's an interview with Albert Freedman here on youtube. It's been a while since I've watched it and I didn't have my full attention on the video, but he does mention something about Stemple losing the money. And he doesn't like Stemple. Also, it seems surreal, but he defended the practice of fixing game shows. IMO, Freedman wasn't likeable or trustworthy; Herb seems like a nicer and decent guy. Freedman was played by Hank Azaria in the movie, Quiz Show.

[gamshwfan]

Right away Herb Stempel is everything I expected him to be; a smart man with a pride for knowledge. While some say he's just a know-it-all, he doesn't act like that for sure. Regarding his first encounter w/Enright, Herb seemed to know what was going on but didn't oppose it & let Enright walk all over him. The expanations made for how Twenty-One works may seem a bit fruitless since most of us already know how it work; but for archival purposes she had to ask. Good interview w/ good questions.

[jubwervouk]

@jtj909 he wasnt cheating because everyone was part of the gig, noone was cheated out of money, it was made to entertain people and it did

[jtj909]

scumbag had no problem cheating... he only had a problem when others did it

[dillybar888]

What an endearing man.

[anastasia2657]

Incredible. Herb Stemple testifies every day for the Transit Authority. Can you imagine. A proven liar have the audacity to make a living by testifying under oath.

No one thought a thing about it. It's business as usual

[jdepps13]

In his older age, Stempel now looks like he's part Japanese.

[capnmulroney]

Stempel For President!

[artiefun]

Your the man Herb,

[soiks100]

He is just as bad as Enright, Freedman and Van Doren!

[Seston]

count how many times he blinks

[southernbrooklyngal]

@spagandtuna did you know that charles van doran did speak out, in new york magazine the july 28, 2008 issue