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Time to head back to the Whedonverse with an episode covering two iconic horror series: Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel.
We're diving back into our decade-of-film episodes, with films of the 1960's. If you've been with us awhile, you might remember our 1950's episode. If not, check it out after you're done with today's nostalgia trip.
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Anyone else cooped up with "Social Distancing?" Well, here's a great way to pass the time with your family. Test your trivia knowledge of the fifth book in the Harry Potter series.
When you're done, maybe have everyone settle in and listen to the audiobook version. Quiet and relaxing. No need to worry about the impending doom outside, right?
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It's Pi Day this Saturday. So break out your protractor and compass, it's time for Geometry Trivia!
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One Year!
We made it one whole year! Fifty-Seven episodes and not a single week missed! Go team! And thank you to all you kids our there listening. Your feedback and shares have made this adventure a lot of fun.
This starts Season 2 of the show. What's different? Well…nothing except new theme music by Jason Shaw at AudionautiX. It's just a good place to break things up. Fear not, we're still doing 30 questions over three rounds. We still have a Dorky, a Geeky, and a Nerdy round.
Except this week. We're featuring new questions from a host of previous episodes' topics. And there aren't 30 questions this time. Oh no, this episode goes to 40!
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Let's face it, the Oscars are chock full of trivia bits. From nominees, to winners, to the ceremony itself, we have thirty trivia questions to tickle movie lovers around the globe.
When you're done, head over to Blaine's 99 Years 100 Movies podcast where he discusses past Academy Award Best Picture winners.
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Love movies but hate the movie theater experience? Check out Alamo Drafthouse. Great food. Great drinks. A hilarious pre-show customized for every movie by their team of movie nerds.And a zero-tolerance, no-nonsense, no-talking-and-texting policy. No kidding. Just you and other movie lovers enjoying a great night of film. Did we mention a free movie ticket every year on your birthday? Yeah, that too.
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Celebrating twenty-five years in 2020, the last of the three "Next Gen" Star Trek series is today's episode. Let's head off into the Delta Quadrant for some fun and trivia.
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In honor of the new (and very cool-looking) Birds of Prey movie hitting theaters this weekend, we wanted to honor all the women (on the page and behind the scenes) that make comics great.
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Love movies but hate the movie theater experience? Check out Alamo Drafthouse. Great food. Great drinks. A hilarious pre-show customized for every movie by their team of movie nerds.And a zero-tolerance, no-nonsense, no-talking-and-texting policy. No kidding. Just you and other movie lovers enjoying a great night of film. Did we mention a free movie ticket every year on your birthday? Yeah, that too.
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Happy Birthday to Edgar Allan Poe, born in 1809. Let's dig into his life and many works. How well do your remember your Poe?
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It's been way too long since we hit games of any kind. And, since it's Episode 52, it seemed fitting to try our hand at some card game trivia. Get it? Hand. Sorry. (No, I'm not)
Anyway, it's cold and dreary out there, why not cozy up with some trivia and then, when you're done, play a few games with your friends. Or, if you prefer, a warm mug of hot chocolate and some solitaire.
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It's a new year, but we still have Harry Potter books to cover!
This week, we're diving into Book Four of the series. The Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher looks like he knows what he's doing, so no goofing around.
If you're new, welcome to class. We offer up 30 dorky, geeky, nerdy questions every week on a different topic. Be sure to subscribe, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter for maximum geekiness.
In unrelated news, Holy Snarglelumps! Fifty episodes!? How the time flies by.
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Happy New Year! We're back with new episodes for 2020! And, like we promised, we're jumping into the TARDIS for some Doctor Who trivia.
Thanks to everyone that joined us in 2019 and hearty welcome to the new folks in 2020. Last year was great and we hope this year is even better.
After the show, check out past episodes, our Books of the Week, or drop us a five-star review on your listing of choice. Thanks!
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Doctor Who: A Brief History of Time Lords
THE book the Time Lords (including the Doctor) read when studying at the Academy, the full-color in-world history that pieces together the true story of Gallifrey from the many and contradictory accounts that survived the Last Great Time War.
Doctor Who: A Brief History of Time Lords tells the story of all of this ancient, legendary civilization, of notable historical figures, of Gallifrey itself, of the Time War and much more. The planet Gallifrey. The Shining World of the Seven Systems. Often to be found in the constellation of Kasterborous. Birthplace of one of the oldest civilizations in the universe: The Time Lords.
From their technologies and strategies to the renegades like the Master and the Doctor himself, this is the definitive guide to the oldest and most powerful civilization in the universe. They invented black holes, transmits, stellar manipulators, and they atrophied. A bunch of elderly academics in funny hats, the Time Lords watched the whole history of creation. This was the civilization that inflicted some of its most renowned and deadly renegades and criminals on the universe: the Master, the Rani, the Monk, the War Chief, yet it was also the benevolent power that rid the cosmos of the Great Vampires, the Racnoss and the Fendahl.
Featuring full-color, never-before-seen illustrations and a beautiful interior design, this is a highly collectible in-world companion no Whovian can be without.
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A Merry Christmas to all! Our episode this week is all about that Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Enjoy the episode with your friends and family this fine day.
This is our last episode of 2019, so a huge thank you for everyone that's joined us on our trivia journey this year. 48 episodes and still going strong. We're pumped for even more trivia in the coming year, so stay tuned. Want to help out? Be sure to follow us on Twitter and Facebook. Share us with your friends. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you listen to us.
We hope 2019 was a good year for you and that 2020 will be even better! See you on the other side!
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A Christmas Carol on Bedtime in the Public Domain
Co-host Blaine Dowler has narrated the Christmas classic and you can get it for free! Just click the link and off you go. Blaine narrates a variety of family-friendly audiobooks with his Bedtime in the Public Domain podcast. Be sure to subscribe and listen. Right now, he's working his way through Aesop's Fables, which is great for the whole family (especially if you've got a road trip planned for the holidays.
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How do you celebrate the holidays? It turns out, there are many, many Christmas traditions around the world. This week, we dive into some of the more interesting and unique ones.
This the first of three holiday-themed episodes to wrap up the year. Stay warm and dive in!
When you're done with the episode, so some last-minute holiday shopping in out Book of the Week section. It helps keep us warm and toasty over the Winter.
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A Christmas Cornucopia: The Hidden Stories Behind Our Yuletide Traditions
For something that happens every year of our lives, we really don't know much about Christmas. We don't know that the date we celebrate was chosen by a madman, or that Christmas, etymologically speaking, means "Go away, Christ." Nor do we know that Christmas was first celebrated in 243 AD on March 28—and only moved to December 25 in 354 AD. We're oblivious to the fact that the advent calendar was actually invented by a Munich housewife to stop her children pestering her for a Christmas countdown. And we would never have guessed that the invention of Christmas crackers was merely a way of popularizing sweet wrappers. Luckily, Mark Forsyth is here to unwrap this fundamentally funny gallimaufry of traditions and oddities, making it all finally make sense—in his wonderfully entertaining wordy way.
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More Harry Potter? Why not. We still have four more books to go and these are, by far, our most popular episodes. This week, we delve into the third book in the series, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: The Illustrated Edition
For the first time, J.K. Rowling's beloved Harry Potter books will be presented in lavishly illustrated full-color editions. Kate Greenaway-award-winning artist Jim Kay has created over 100 stunning illustrations, making this deluxe format a perfect gift as much for a child being introduced to the series, as for the dedicated fan.Harry Potter has never been the star of a Quidditch team, scoring points while riding a broom far above the ground. He knows no spells, has never helped to hatch a dragon, and has never worn a cloak of invisibility.All he knows is a miserable life with the Dursleys, his horrible aunt and uncle, and their abominable son, Dudley — a great big swollen spoiled bully. Harry's room is a tiny closet at the foot of the stairs, and he hasn't had a birthday party in eleven years.But all that is about to change when a mysterious letter arrives by owl messenger: a letter with an invitation to an incredible place that Harry — and anyone who reads about him — will find unforgettable.
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Who's hungry? This week is Thanksgiving (here in the US) and we're heading into the holidays, which means time for big feasts and parties. Let's kick off the season with thirty fun questions about cooking and food.
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Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking by Samin Nosrat
A visionary new master class in cooking that distills decades of professional experience into just four simple elements, from the woman declared “America’s next great cooking teacher” by Alice Waters.
In the tradition of The Joy of Cooking and How to Cook Everything comes Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat, an ambitious new approach to cooking by a major new culinary voice. Chef and writer Samin Nosrat has taught everyone from professional chefs to middle school kids to author Michael Pollan to cook using her revolutionary, yet simple, philosophy. Master the use of just four elements—Salt, which enhances flavor; Fat, which delivers flavor and generates texture; Acid, which balances flavor; and Heat, which ultimately determines the texture of food—and anything you cook will be delicious. By explaining the hows and whys of good cooking, Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat will teach and inspire a new generation of cooks how to confidently make better decisions in the kitchen and cook delicious meals with any ingredients, anywhere, at any time.
Featuring 150 illustrations and infographics that reveal an atlas to the world of flavor by renowned illustrator Wendy MacNaughton, Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat will be your compass in the kitchen. Destined to be a classic, it just might be the last cookbook you’ll ever need.
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Our third trip into the Star Trek universe and out to the Frontier with Sisko and the crew of Deep Space Nine.
As always, we have three rounds of ten questions each. Each round is harder than the last. If you're looking for a score sheet or rules, check out our Rules page.
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Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Technical Manual
Whether you're looking for a cross-section of a Bajoran tricorder, plan drawings of the USS Defiant, or a detailed explanation of station wastewater treatment, you'll find everything you need in the Deep Space Nine Technical Manual. This is a fascinating and useful reference for the dedicated DS9 fan, or the Star Trek collector. Intricately detailed, colorful illustrations show you things like the station layout, its cargo and security systems, crew quarters, and transportation facilities. You'll also see DS9's position in relation to the wormhole, the Bajor-Cardassia sector, Ferenginar, and the Romulan and Klingon empires, not to mention the current location of Voyager and (shudder) Borg space.
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It's episode 42 and we'd be dumber than a Vogon to pass on the chance to do a Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy episode!
A classic of comedy and science fiction, the series has stood the test of time and been enjoyed by several generations now.
Thanks for joining us for forty-two episodes. It's been a great ride so far. If you're enjoying the show, please take a moment to peruse the Books of the Week section (maybe for some holiday gift giving) and leave us a five-star review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to us.
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Don't Panic: Douglas Adams & The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
“It’s all devastatingly true — except the bits that are lies” — Douglas AdamsUpon publication, Don’t Panic quickly established itself as the definitive companion to Adams and The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. This edition comes up to date, covering the movie, And Another Thing by Eoin Colfer and the build up to the 30th anniversary of the first novel.Acclaimed author Neil Gaiman celebrates the life and work of Douglas Adams who, in a field in Innsbruck in 1971, had an idea that became The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. The radio series that started it all, the six book ‘trilogy’, the TV series, almost-film and actual film, and everything in between.
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Honoring Veterans Day (or Armistice Day in the UK and Remembrance Day in Canada) with thirty trivia questions about the first World War or, as it was known at the time, The Great War. The end of that war, November 11, 1918 is celebrated each year as a holiday in various countries.
Grab your favorite veterans, tell them thank you (maybe buy them a drink), and play along.
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All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque
I am young, I am twenty years old; yet I know nothing of life but despair, death, fear, and fatuous superficiality cast over an abyss of sorrow. . . .
This is the testament of Paul Bäumer, who enlists with his classmates in the German army during World War I. They become soldiers with youthful enthusiasm. But the world of duty, culture, and progress they had been taught breaks in pieces under the first bombardment in the trenches.
Through years of vivid horror, Paul holds fast to a single vow: to fight against the principle of hate that meaninglessly pits young men of the same generation but different uniforms against one another . . . if only he can come out of the war alive.
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Who are you gonna call? We are finishing up Halloween with the supernatural comedy classic, Ghostbusters and its sequel and remake. How well do you remember these movies? Did you watch the cartoon?
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Tobin's Spirit Guide: Official Ghostbusters Edition
An immersive in-world guide based on the fictional book mentioned in the 1984 Ghostbusters film. This book features the ghouls, specters, and supernatural occurrences that inspired the fictional tome that the original Ghostbusters consulted.
This dynamic in-universe book takes fans inside the world of Ghostbusters like never before. In the first Ghostbusters movie, Tobin’s Spirit Guide is a comprehensive supernatural encyclopedia used by our heroes to research ghouls and ghosts. For the first time, this fully illustrated tome will allow fans to pore through the pages of this legendary guide to learn all about the things that go bump in the night—from Class 5 Free-Roaming Vapors to giant Sloars! This newly revised and updated version, written by veteran Ghostbusters Ray Stantz and Egon Spengler, brings the original text up to date with entries on the ghosts and ghouls they’ve tackled, including Slimer, Mr. Stay Puft, and Vigo the Carpathian.
Along with covering the original movies, Ghostbusters: Tobin’s Spirit Guide will also explore the expanded Ghostbusters universe, delving into supernatural phenomena from the comics, animated shows, video games, and other aspects of the franchise. Filled with never-before-seen original illustrations, the book will have a unique in-world aesthetic that makes it feel like a real object from the world of Ghostbusters.
Absorbing, immersive, and an essential purchase for fans, Ghostbusters: Tobin’s Spirit Guide is the ultimate guide to the franchise’s rogues’ gallery of spirits, specters, demons, and ghouls.
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We're all going back…to the future this week with trivia questions from one of the most popular time travel movies of all time (no matter what Scott Lang thinks).
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Time to get your monster on for Halloween. We're heading back to the classics for some creepy trivia this week. From the earliest movies, monsters have featured prominently in them. And now here's there big moment.
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Monsters in the Movies: 100 Years of Cinematic Nightmares
Written by John LandisLearn everything there is to know about special effects in films and what it goes into designing iconic monsters that still show up in nightmares in Monsters in the Movies, newly released in paperback. From B-movie bogeymen and outer space oddities to big-budget terrors, legendary filmmaker John Landis showcases the greatest monsters ever to creep, fly, slither, stalk, or rampage through theaters!
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