Bruhat Soma joins Morning Rush after being crowned the 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee champion

The transcript features an interview with Bruhad Soma, a 12-year-old spelling bee champion from Tampa, FL. He shares his journey to success, emphasizing hard work and passion for spelling. Bruhad discusses his training methods, including using the Spell Pundit program, and his experience during the competition. He also shares strategies for managing nerves and his future aspiration to become a doctor.

How many words did Bruhad Soma spell correctly in the competition?

• 30

• 20

• 25

• 29

What does Bruhad Soma emphasize as important for becoming a good speller?

• Passion and hard work

• Reading books

• Daily practice

• Parental pressure

Which program did Bruhad Soma use to improve his spelling skills?

• Spell Pundit

• Dictionary Pro

• Word Wizard

• Spell Master

What feature of Spell Pundit does Bruhad find most helpful?

• It provides word definitions

• It has a community forum

• It simulates competition environment

• It offers video tutorials

How does Bruhad Soma manage his nerves before competitions?

• Listening to music

• Meditation

• Practicing alone

• Socializing with others

What career does Bruhad Soma aspire to pursue in the future?

• Teacher

• Doctor

• Engineer

• Scientist

What did Bruhad Soma win in the spelling bee competition?

• A cash prize of $50,000

• A trophy

• A scholarship

• A trip to nationals