Behind the Wheel: Mel’s Road to Victory on Wheel of Fortune

In this episode, we’re featuring Mel, a Bay Area native from San Jose, California. By day, he works as an analyst for a tech company, but by night, he’s a DJ, a passion he’s pursued for over 20 years. Mel is also the co-founder and executive director of Freestyle Takeover, an E-sports community. A true gaming enthusiast, he owns more than 11 gaming systems.

Mel's love for Wheel of Fortune began back in the 80s, when he realized he had a knack for quick processing, math, and spelling. His talents led him to win multiple spelling bees at the county, district, and state levels. In the mid-90s, Mel’s skills earned him a spot on Wheel of Fortune during College Week, where he represented San Jose State University. He not only made it to the Bonus Round but solved the puzzle "Pumpkin Pie," winning over $20,000 and a brand-new convertible. And in a moment of pure excitement, Pat Sajak spun Mel around in celebration, something he had never done before.

Tune in to hear Mel's amazing story!