The professional quizgoer is a hardy type of radio fan spawned by giveaway programs. Some prosa shrilly competitive breedtravel from quiz show to quiz show in packs. But most are mavericks, jealous and watchful of their fellows. All but a few are women.
Last week in Manhattan, there were about 30 known quiz pros. One of the most successful and least retiring is 63-year-old Sadie Hertz of Brooklyn.
Some of the regulars wear flamboyant disguises, assume fake accents to attract the attention of M.C.s, invent fantastic names and laugh-getting occupations. Mrs. Hertz does not stoop to such obvious devices. "I'm comical," she explains,...
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