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Many other programming genres have arisen in TV’s history, both inside and outside prime time. Talk shows like the Tonight Show (1954–) emerged to satisfy viewers’ curiosity about celebrities and politicians, and to offer satire on politics and business. Game shows like Jeopardy (which has been around in some version since 1964)provide people with easy-to-digest current-events fare and history quizzes that families can enjoy together. Variety programs like the Ed Sullivan Show (1948–1971) have introduced new comedians as well as music artists, including Elvis Presley and the Beatles. TV newsmagazines like CBS’s long-running 60 Minutes usually feature three stories per episode, alternating hard-hitting investigations of corruption or political intrigue with "softer" feature stories about Hollywood celebrities and cultural trends.