What is dialing for dollars?

Dialing for Dollars was a popular television game show format in the United States during the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. The concept of the show involved a host making unscheduled calls to viewers at home who had entered their phone numbers in a drawing. If the viewer answered the phone and correctly identified a certain phrase or slogan, they would win a cash prize.

The show was often broadcast during daytime hours and was popular with stay-at-home parents, retirees, and other individuals who were able to watch television during the day. Dialing for Dollars was a precursor to modern-day call-in contests and sweepstakes that are commonly seen on television and radio.

While the format of Dialing for Dollars has largely fallen out of favor in recent years, some local television stations may still feature call-in contests or interactive segments during their programming. The show was a distinctive part of American television history and remains a nostalgic memory for many who remember watching it during its heyday.