- Regis Philbin: This should make you a real crowd favorite: John works for the I.R.S.
- [some laughter and good-natured booing]
- Regis Philbin: We've never had a contestant booed! Let me make it easier: He works in collection for the I.R.S.
- [more booing]
- Regis Philbin: Aw, come on, they're kidding, John. We all love you.
- John Carpenter: I'm takin' names, it's all right.