Ep 5. 9/30/2019

On The Price is Right season 48 episode 5, which aired on September 30th, 2019, contestants from all over the country competed for a chance to win fabulous prizes such as cash, cars, vacations, and household appliances. The show, which has been on the air for nearly 50 years, is hosted by Drew Carey and is a beloved classic among television game shows.

As always, the show started off with the popular "Contestant's Row" segment where four contestants bid on a specific item such as a piece of jewelry, a TV, or a set of kitchen appliances. The contestant who places the closest bid without going over the actual retail price of the item proceeds to play a pricing game. The other contestants are eliminated and return to the audience.

The pricing games are where the real excitement lies. Each game presents a different challenge -- some require memory skills, while others test a contestant's knowledge of product prices. One of the most popular games is "Plinko," where contestants drop a chip down a series of pegs into various slots, each corresponding to a different cash prize. Other favorites include "Cliff Hangers" where contestants must guess the price of three different items without going over, and "Punch-a-Bunch" where contestants can win up to $25,000 by punching holes in a giant board.

Throughout the show, there were also special appearances by celebrity guest models, who display the prizes in each game. On this particular episode, the models were Rachel Reynolds, Amber Lancaster, and Manuela Arbelaez.

The show's final segment is always the "Showcase Showdown," where the three remaining contestants spin a giant wheel to determine who will proceed to the final round, the "Showcase." The Showcase features a variety of prizes such as a new car, a trip around the world, or an entire household of appliances. The contestants must then guess the combined price of their showcase without going over the actual retail price. The contestant who comes closest to the actual price without going over is declared the winner and takes home all of the prizes in their showcase.

Overall, The Price is Right season 48 episode 5 was a fun and entertaining classic game show that stayed true to its roots while keeping things fresh and exciting. The contestants were energetic and animated, and Drew Carey was a charming and engaging host. The show's iconic games and celebrity models continue to make it a favorite among audiences of all ages.