5 months ago
5.28.2010
Friday Funhouse: new Kanye West track, "Power"
Not sure what to think of it yet, but I think it's on the right track. New Kanye album out later this year.
(Aight the video got removed from YouTube, but you can check it over at HypeMachine.)
5.27.2010
Two-year old smokes 40 cigarettes a day
Seem like a baller. Not sure how he got down all the machinations of smoking, but he seems to be on the right track to being the coolest kid in elementary school. Provided he ends up toilet-trained.
5.26.2010
Tuesday Night Trivia: answer key
1. Match the state nickname to the appropriate state:
a. Show Me State Missouri
b. Beehive State Utah
c. Gem State Idaho
d. Big Sky Country Montana
2. What is Dr. Seuss’ real name?
Theodor Seuss Geisel
3. Please give a brief description of the term “Phi Slama Jama,” and who it is applied to.
Keywords: University of Houston, Clyde Drexler, Hakeem Olajuwon, dunking
4. Name two nicknames for Babe Ruth, other than Babe (.5 each).
The Sultan of Swat, The King of Crash, The Colossus of Clout, The Great Bambino, etc.
5. The term “Oz” is used to describe what country?
AUstralia
6. Who is “The Muscles from Brussels”?
Jean Claude Van Damme
7. What European city is known as the “City of the Seven Hills”?
Rome
8. A “Nutmegger” is a person from what state?
Connecticut
9. Two U.S. presidents have earned the nickname “The Accidental President.” Name one of them. (Just think about it for a second.)
Millard Fillmore and Gerald Ford
10. What is Barack Obama’s Secret Service nickname?
1. Timberwolf
2. Trailblazer
3. Renegade
4. Rampage
Bonus #1: Who is The Butterscotch Bandit? Why (in the most PG way possible) was this person nicknamed this? (1 pt. each)
Owen Wilson, due to some bedroom "experiences"
Bonus #2: What is the word “Beastie” an acronym for in The Beastie Boys?
Boys Entering Anarchic States Towards Improved Excellence
Some stats:
Number of participants: 9
High score: Tom M., 8.5
Low score: 2
Average score: 6.05
Median score: 5.5
5.25.2010
Tuesday Night Trivia: Nicknames
In recent months, my roommates, K, and assorted friends have begun a daily trivia contest. Each of us creates quizzes for dedicated days of the week (I have Tuesday), and then we e-mail them to each other. It's a great way to kill time at work, or to realize how dumb you are.
The rules:
1.) You must know the knowledge off the top of your head.
2.) Ten questions
3.) As many bonus questions as you want.
4.) New theme every week (i.e. food, sailing terminology, Harry Potter)
5.) No looking up the answers when you're taking the quiz.
1. Match the state nickname to the appropriate state:
a. Show Me State Montana
b. Beehive State Missouri
c. Gem State Utah
d. Big Sky Country Idaho
2. What is Dr. Seuss’ real name?
3. Please give a brief description of the term “Phi Slama Jama,” and who it is applied to.
4. Name two nicknames for Babe Ruth, other than Babe (.5 each).
5. The term “Oz” is used to describe what country?
6. Who is “The Muscles from Brussels”?
7. What European city is known as the “City of the Seven Hills”?
8. A “Nutmegger” is a person from what state?
9. Two U.S. presidents have earned the nickname “The Accidental President.” Name one of them. (Just think about it for a second.)
10. What is Barack Obama’s Secret Service nickname?
1. Timberwolf
2. Trailblazer
3. Renegade
4. Rampage
Bonus #1: Who is The Butterscotch Bandit? Why (in the most PG way possible) was this person nicknamed this? (1 pt. each)
Bonus #2: What is the word “Beastie” an acronym for in The Beastie Boys?
5.24.2010
Worst day ever
Spanish bullfighter Julio Aparicio is in critical condition after being gored through the throat by a bull Friday.
Ridic.
5.19.2010
Tuesday Night Trivia: answer key
1. Name the college attended by these former NBA players (.25 each):
a. Michael Jordan- UNC
b. Scottie Pippen- Central Arkansas
c. Charles Barkley- Auburn
d. Larry Bird- Indiana State
2. The Super Bowl trophy is named after who?
Vince Lombardi
3. Name two of the last five (5) Heisman trophy winners (.5 each).
Reggie Bush, Troy Smith, Tim Tebow, Sam Bradford, Mark Ingram
4. Wayne Gretzky played on four NHL teams during his career. Name two of them(.5 each).
Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings, St. Louis Blues, New York Rangers
5. You're taking an NBA three-pointer from the top of the key. How far away are you from the hoop? (Within one foot, include inches.)
23'9"
6. Match the sport to the term associated with it (.25 each):
a. scrum- rugby
b. scull- rowing
c. foil- fencing
d. mulligan-golf
7. Who is the first man in history to run a sub-four minute mile?
Sir Roger Bannister
8. Who holds the career MLB record for most bases stolen in a career?
Rickey Henderson
9. Briefly describe the difference between a 3-4 defense and 4-3 defense, in football.
Number of down linemen versus linebackers
10. Name the four disciplines in women's artistic gymnastics. Not rhythmic (.25 each).
Balance beam, vault, floor routine, uneven bars
Bonus #1: What is the ball called in jai alai?
Pelota
Bonus #2: Who is the number one seed in the 2010 Men's NCAA Lacrosse Championships?
Virginia
Bonus #3: Briefly explain who Eddie Gaedel is.
Shortest player to ever play in the MLB. Publicity stunt. Midget.
Some stats:
Number of participants: 11
High score: 11.75, tied between Ryan P. and Leo S.
Low score: 5.75
Average score: 9.02
Median score: 8.75
5.18.2010
Tuesday Night Trivia: Sports!
In recent months, my roommates, K, and assorted friends have begun a daily trivia contest. Each of us creates quizzes for dedicated days of the week (I have Tuesday), and then we e-mail them to each other. It's a great way to kill time at work, or to realize how dumb you are.
The rules:
1.) You must know the knowledge off the top of your head.
2.) Ten questions
3.) As many bonus questions as you want.
4.) New theme every week (i.e. food, sailing terminology, Harry Potter)
5.) No looking up the answers when you're taking the quiz.
1. Name the college attended by these former NBA players (.25 each):
a. Michael Jordan
b. Scottie Pippen
c. Charles Barkley
d. Larry Bird
2. The Super Bowl trophy is named after who?
3. Name two of the last five (5) Heisman trophy winners (.5 each).
4. Wayne Gretzky played on four NHL teams during his career. Name two of them(.5 each).
5. You're taking an NBA three-pointer from the top of the key. How far away are you from the hoop? (Within one foot, include inches.)
6. Match the sport to the term associated with it (.25 each):
a. scrum 1. golf
b. scull 2. rugby
c. foil 3. rowing
d. mulligan 4. fencing
7. Who is the first man in history to run a sub-four minute mile?
8. Who hopes the career MLB record for most bases stolen in a career?
9. Briefly describe the difference between a 3-4 defense and 4-3 defense, in football.
10. Name the four disciplines in women's artistic gymnastics. Not rhythmic (.25 each).
Bonus #1: What is the ball called in jai alai?
Bonus #2: Who is the number one seed in the 2010 Men's NCAA Lacrosse Championships?
Bonus #3: Briefly explain who Eddie Gaedel is.
5.13.2010
Lada Gaga, via a middle school boy, bassoons and NPR
Three videos, each amazing in their own way.
1. A middle-school boy crushes his school's talent show, with a balling rendition of "Paparazzi." Seriously, kid crushes it.
2. Lada Gaga, played by a bassoon quartet. Probably the first and only time a bassoon quartet will be mentioned on this blog.
3. "Telephone," from the man who usually brings us All Things Considered.
5.12.2010
Pop quiz, hotshot: answer key
1. What is the difference between New England clam chowder and Manhattan clam chowder?
New England is cream-based, while Manhattan is a clear broth with tomato
2. In what state was the first McDonald’s?
d. California
3. Put these Starbucks sizes in order, from smallest to largest:
Short
Tall
Grande
Venti
4. In what New York neighborhood is the original Nathan’s Famous hot dog stand?
Coney Island
5. Please define scrapple. I’ll accept a variety of answers, and will award between .25 and 1 points for a correct answer.
Acceptable buzz words: Philadelphia, pork scraps, chunk of garbage
6. What are Rocky Mountain oysters?
Bull balls
7. What is a chuckwagon?
Wagon used to transport food in the old West
8. Which of these famous chefs is NOT American?
a. Julia Child
b. Emeril Lagasse
c. Paul Prudhomme
d. Hubert Keller
9. The Caesar Salad is thought to have been created in what American city?
a. New York
b. Los Angeles
c. Seattle
d. San Diego
10. What is a muffuletta?
New Orleans sandwich with cold cuts and olive spread
Bonus #1: Residents of what U.S. state eat more SPAM per capita than any other?
Hawaii
Bonus #2: Name the four traditional ingredients in Eggs Benedict (.25 each).
Eggs, English muffin, Hollandaise sauce, ham
Bonus #3: In the same vein, list the two ingredients (other than clams) used to create Clams Casino.
Bacon, bread crumbs
Some stats:
Number of entries: 8
High score: 9.5, John Sheldon
Low score: 4.5, he-who-shall-remain-nameless
Average score: 7.34
Median score: 7
5.11.2010
Pop Quiz, Hotshot: American food
In recent months, my roommates, K, and assorted Baltimore friends have begun a daily trivia contest. Each of us creates quizzes for dedicated days of the week (I have Tuesday), and then we e-mail them to each other. It's a great way to kill time at work, or to realize how dumb you are.
The rules:
1.) You must know the knowledge off the top of your head.
2.) Ten questions
3.) As many bonus questions as you want.
4.) New theme every week (i.e. food, sailing terminology, Harry Potter)
5.) No looking up the answers when you're taking the quiz.
So, I decided that every Tuesday night, I'll post my quiz from the day. If you want to participate, leave your answers in the comments. Maybe if this catches on I'll give away a prize or something.
1. What is the difference between New England clam chowder and Manhattan clam chowder?
2. In what state was the first McDonald’s?
a. Florida
b. Texas
c. Indiana
d. California
3. Put these Starbucks sizes in order, from smallest to largest:
a. Venti
b. Tall
c. Short
d. Grande
4. In what New York neighborhood is the original Nathan’s Famous hot dog stand?
5. Please define scrapple. I’ll accept a variety of answers, and will award between .25 and 1 points for a correct answer.
6. What are Rocky Mountain oysters?
7. What is a chuckwagon?
8. Which of these famous chefs is NOT American?
a. Julia Child
b. Emeril Lagasse
c. Paul Prudhomme
d. Hubert Keller
9. The Caesar Salad is thought to have been created in what American city?
a. New York
b. Los Angeles
c. Seattle
d. San Diego
10. What is a muffuletta?
Bonus #1: Residents of what U.S. state eat more SPAM per capita than any other?
Bonus #2: Name the four traditional ingredients in Eggs Benedict (.25 each).
Bonus #3: In the same vein, list the two ingredients (other than clams) used to create Clams Casino.
5.07.2010
Friday Funhouse: a 72-year-old Buzz Aldrin punches a man in the face
5.06.2010
Please pray for Brett Hudson
Not many of you know Brett Hudson, but he could use your help. If you're a prayerful person, pray for him. If you're an atheist, I don't know, send him good vibes. If you're a free-market capitalist, buy something in his honor.
See Brett is sick. Very sick. And this couldn't happen to a nicer, funnier, more caring person in the entire world.
Watch these videos, and you'll see. Then just hope.
(Videos after the jump.)
5.05.2010
Tuesday Night Trivia: answer key
1. What four states make up the “Four Corners”
Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado
2. Match the state capital to the state (.25 each):
Cheyenne Wyoming
Frankfort Kentucky
Helena Montana
Concord new Hampshire
3. Name the four of the five Great Lakes (.25 each)
HuronOntarioMichiganErieSuperior
4. Maine used to be part of what other U.S. state?
Massachusetts
5. The region known as “Acadiana” is found in what U.S. state?
Louisiana
6. Name two of the three rivers found in Pittsburgh (.5 each).
Ohio, Allegheny, Monongahela
7. Match the national park to the state it’s found in (.25 each):
Yosemite California
Badlands South Dakota
Carlsbad Caverns New Mexico
Glacier Montana
8. The Erie Canal is found in what state?
New York
9. When the Transcontinental Railroad was completed, the final stake was driven in what U.S. state?
Utah
10. Two states each have eight states bordering them. Name them both (.5 each)
Tennessee, Missouri
Bonus #1: The Louisiana Purchase included part or all of how many U.S. states?
14
Bonus #2: Four state capitals are named after U.S. presidents. Name them (.5 each)
Jefferson City, Jackson, Lincoln, Madison
Bonus #3: From 1774 to 1800, the U.S. Congress met in eight cities other than Washington, D.C., thus making each (technically) a United States capital. Name those eight cities (.5 each). Only the first eight cities you list will be counted.
Philly; York, Pa.; Lancaster, Pa.; Baltimore, New York, Princeton, N.J.; Annapolis, Md.; Trenton, N.J.
Some statistics:
Number of test-takers: 12
Highest score: 12, Scott D.
Average score: 9.52
Median score: 9.75
5.04.2010
Tuesday Night Trivia: U.S. Geography
In recent months, my roommates, K, and assorted Baltimore friends have begun a daily trivia contest. Each of us creates quizzes for dedicated days of the week (I have Tuesday), and then we e-mail them to each other. It's a great way to kill time at work, or to realize how dumb you are.
The rules:
1.) You must know the knowledge off the top of your head.
2.) Ten questions
3.) As many bonus questions as you want.
4.) New theme every week (i.e. food, sailing terminology, Harry Potter)
5.) No looking up the answers when you're taking the quiz.
So, I decided that every Tuesday night, I'll post my quiz from the day. If you want to participate, leave your answers in the comments. Maybe if this catches on I'll give away a prize or something.
1. What four states make up the “Four Corners”
2. Match the state capital to the state (.25 each):
Cheyenne Montana
Frankfort Kentucky
Helena New Hampshire
Concord Wyoming
3. Name the four of the five Great Lakes (.25 each)
4. Maine used to be part of what other U.S. state?
5. The region known as “Acadiana” is found in what U.S. state?
6. Name two of the three rivers found in Pittsburgh (.5 each).
7. Match the national park to the state it’s found in (.25 each):
Yosemite Montana
Badlands California
Carlsbad Caverns South Dakota
Glacier New Mexico
8. The Erie Canal is found in what state?
9. When the Transcontinental Railroad was completed, the final stake was driven in what U.S. state?
10. Two states each have eight states bordering them. Name them both (.5 each)
Bonus #1: The Louisiana Purchase included part or all of how many U.S. states?
Bonus #2: Four state capitals are named after U.S. presidents. Name them (.5 each)
Bonus #3: From 1774 to 1800, the U.S. Congress met in eight cities other than Washington, D.C., thus making each (technically) a United States capital. Name those eight cities (.5 each). Only the first eight cities you list will be counted.
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