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Wales Online
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
'I won £10,000 on Tipping Point but nothing on Pointless - I love being on quiz shows'
'I won £10,000 on Tipping Point but nothing on Pointless - I love being on quiz shows' Dan Farmer won ITV's Tipping Point in 2022. He put the funds towards furnishing a new property Tipping Point sees contestants answer general knowledge questions to earn counters for a giant arcade-esque machine (Image: ITV) A train driver has scooped a £10,000 windfall on ITV's Tipping Point and put his triumph down to Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert (MSE). Dan Farmer, from Hull, claimed the programme's top prize in 2022, having previously left BBC's Pointless empty-handed three years earlier. His remarkable victory followed reading MSE's guidance on 'how to play your cards right'. He explained that his mum had always been a 'massive Martin Lewis' fan, and that's where it all began. "One day I was browsing the site and saw the blog about boosting your chances to get on a TV game show and just thought, 'why the hell not?', so I started applying for multiple shows," he told the publication last year. "I remember reading the line [in the MSE blog] which said, 'sending off application forms and having telephone interviews isn't that scary – because you are just talking about yourself'. It took away the fear for me because it was so simple; all you really have to do is be yourself and let your personality shine through – so that's what I did." Presented by Ben Shephard, Tipping Point sees contestants tackle general knowledge questions to earn counters for a massive arcade-style machine. The more counters they manage to push out, the greater their winnings. Throughout the Tipping Point audition process, Dan reminded himself to remain authentic in accordance with MSE's guidance, which helped calm his anxiety. Fast-forward to 2024, and he not only secured £10,000 but had put this towards furnishing a new property. Article continues below Ben Shephard is the presenter of ITV's Tipping Point (Image: ITV) Dan stressed that he always encourages his friends to try game shows and continues to remind them of MSE's life-changing advice. But what exactly does it say? Beyond promoting authenticity, MSE has suggested it's worth going for the lesser-known shows before the big hitters. Even if you're dreaming of a chance to win Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?, securing a spot on a show like this is quite a challenge. According to Leicestershire Live, prospective contestants shouldn't dismiss the opening application form or video submission either. Similar to a CV or covering letter, it's vital to ensure yours catches the eye. The MSE blog has also previously maintained that most game shows recycle identical questions during this stage, whether they centre on pastimes and pursuits or professional ambitions. Therefore, crafting your responses beforehand might prove the secret to achieving your quarter-hour of celebrity. Initially posted in 2015, the advice adds: "Be as bubbly and upbeat as you can and use the potential to win cash and prizes as your driving force to show them how much you want it. If you are memorable for any reason, you will be in with a good chance of getting on the show." Article continues below What do you think? Let us know in the comments section below. Get all the hottest shopping deals, cash-saving tips and money news straight to your phone by joining our new WhatsApp Community - The Money Saving Club. Just click this link to join
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'I won ITV's Tipping Point jackpot - and I have Martin Lewis' MSE to thank'
Dan Farmer, from Hull, won £10,000 on the ITV game show Tipping Point in 2022 A train driver bagged a £10,000 jackpot on ITV's Tipping Point and credits his triumph to Martin Lewis ' Money Saving Expert (MSE). Dan Farmer, from Hull, claimed the show's top prize in 2022, three years after leaving BBC's Pointless without any winnings. His spectacular success came after following MSE's advice on 'how to play your cards right'. He disclosed that his mum had always been a 'huge Martin Lewis' fan, and that's where his journey started. "One day I was browsing the site and saw the blog about boosting your chances to get on a TV game show and just thought, 'why the hell not?', so I started applying for multiple shows," he told the publication last year. "I remember reading the line [in the MSE blog] which said, 'sending off application forms and having telephone interviews isn't that scary – because you are just talking about yourself'. It took away the fear for me because it was so simple; all you really have to do is be yourself and let your personality shine through – so that's what I did." Tipping Point, hosted by Ben Shephard, challenges contestants to answer general knowledge questions to earn counters for a giant arcade-style machine. The more counters they successfully push out, the more money they win. During the audition for Tipping Point, Dan kept reminding himself to stay true to himself, following MSE's advice, which helped calm his nerves. By 2024, he had not only secured £10,000 but also used it to furnish a new property. Dan said that he constantly urges his mates to try their hand at game shows and reminds them of MSE's game-changing guidance. So, what's the secret? Apart from championing genuineness, MSE has previously suggested targeting the more obscure programmes before tackling the major ones. Even if you're fantasising about a shot at bagging Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?, landing a place on such a programme proves rather tricky. According to Leicestershire Live, the initial application form or video shouldn't be overlooked either. It's crucial to make yours stand out, much like a CV or cover letter. MSE also said that most game shows tend to ask similar questions during the application process, whether they're about hobbies or career goals. So, practising your answers could be key to getting your moment in the spotlight. Originally published in 2015, the advice adds: "Be as bubbly and upbeat as you can and use the potential to win cash and prizes as your driving force to show them how much you want it. If you are memorable for any reason, you will be in with a good chance of getting on the show."
