Not nearly enough families die in commercials when their race cars explode. Am I right?
More Quizzo Bowl Pics!
Alright, well I’m headed out to the ballpark to see the Phils get their first win. Last year, they were terrible in games I attended (I think like 3-11), but I’m pretty sure that’s gonna turn around this year. Anyways, I’m taking the rest of the day off, but you’ll be able to keep yourselves amused with all of these new pics from Quizzo Bowl (taken by Jonah Detofsky). Also, be sure to vote and let me know where we should do it next year. Go Phillies!
Who wants to watch some flicks?
A few years ago, my buddy Chet Bumstead and I went wild, trying to see as many movies in the film festival as possible, and it was a blast. I’d like to do that at the Film Festival again this year, and then maybe write up a short review about the flicks. I need fellow watchers/reviewers. Kind of like the pizza thing except with movies. If you’re interested, shoot me an email and let me know which movies you wanna see and I’ll see which ones work into my schedule, and we’ll make it happen.
Round One Questions
For those of you who were scared to go North of Girard (to whom I say, “I hear there is cheap rent in Lafayette Hill, you’ll love it there”), here’s the home version of Quizzo Bowl IV. Not as much Black Elvis, but you’ll get the general idea. Here is round one:
- What did John Pemberton brew the first batch of in Atlanta on this date in 1886?
- In what number Wrestlemania did over 93,000 people fill the Detroit Silverdome to witness Hulk Hogan bodyslam Andre the Giant?
- This building in Westminster is home to the annual summer proms.
- Today is Cy Youngs birthday. How many games did he win in his career?
- This hostess of tomorrow’s Wrestlemania is currently dating Reggie Bush.
- Many people think the term upset in sports comes from the time a horse by that name defeated what famous horse?
- What newspaper has the 2nd highest circulation in the US, after the USA Today.
- Tom Keifer and Eric Brittingham formed this kickass band in Philadelphia in 1982, and they have sold 18 million albums.
- In what country is the city of Mecca located?
- Which of the following is not the name of a space shuttle?
a) Discovery b) Endeavour c) Atlantis d) Voyager - In standard poker, which of the following does not defeat a flush?
a) Straight Flush b) Four of a kind c) straight d) full house - What toy company makes Barbie dolls?
Answers after the jump.
Rocky is Dead
I held Quizzo Bowl IV at a boxing venue in Philadelphia, and never once, not in the promotional stuff, not on the website, not in the questions, did I invoke the name of Rocky. Why? Because even in that setting, it would have been trite and downright lame. Rocky is done. The city has moved on. I’m no marketing guru, but even I know that trying to win over voters in Philly by tying yourself to Rocky is like trying to win over voters in Kentucky by wearing a coonskin cap and carrying a musket. It’s embarrassing and downright silly. Listen, Hillary, we’re done with Rocky. The only place Rocky lives on is in the Philly Mag’s Writers Handbook (Rule 1-A: You must reference Rocky and cheesesteaks in every single issue.). Wow. Just when I think I can’t possibly like her any less, she trots out this groaner. Anyways, the good news is that Obama is gaining on her in Pennsylvania.
The JGT Bracket-tacular!
Haven’t had a chance to say much about the bracket-tacular, with all of the Quizzo Bowl excitement. And that was for the best, as I am currently ranked 72nd out of 73 teams (though I am spoiling for a comeback). Anyhow, here’s how it’s shaping down heading into the final weekend. For the 2nd straight year, Smackdown (above, in blue) is right in the mix. Last year, Ohio State’s loss in the championship cost her the title. This year, she needs UCLA to knock off UNC in the finals. I would find it hilarious if it’s UNC-UCLA and UNC wins, but that’s just me. If that happens, current leader Matt Cohen wins. If North Carolina defeats Memphis for the title, Touched by an Uncle (Matt Kallend) wins. If Memphis defeats UNC or Kansas, then Adam’s bracket wins. If Kansas defeats Memphis, then Total Ownage wins. And if Kansas defeats UCLA, then Davidson’s dream season continues, as Davidson grad Sarah Vaala takes the title. Best of luck to all the competitors, and go UNC!
Around the Horn, Quizzo Bowl Celebrity Attendees Edition
- Quizzo Bowl champ Steve O. will be singing Sinatra tomorrow morning on WIP at 7:30 a.m.
- Did you know that the WID hosts quizzo? Yep, tonight at For Pete’s Sake at 9 p.m.
- Played Irish John’s quizzo last night at Tangier. I love me some Irish John, but that “must have the correct spelling” thing drives me freaking insane.
- Fooboozer Trivia Art (above, focused on his beers) is making his TV debut on April 13th, as he’ll be a judge on Throwdown with Bobby Flay at 10 p.m. on the Food Network. It’s no rhubarb contest judging gig, but it ain’t bad.
- D-Mac says what we were all thinking yesterday: Nutter looked like a total dork with his Phillies jersey tucked into a pair of jeans. I bet he was wearing a braided belt too.
- One last big name celebrity appearance: Vertical Paper, who finished 3rd in the 2006 World Rock Paper Scissors competition in Toronto, played on the Swayze Express.
Question of the week
On April 1, 1789, this Pennsylvanian was named the first ever Speaker of the House.
Where should we do Quizzo Bowl V?
After a long 14 month wait between QBs III and IV, I think it’s not gonna be so long until Quizzo Bowl V. I’d like to get back to doing it in late January, if possible. Here a few thoughts on venues:
World Cafe Live: Obviously better acoustics, closer location for most people, and to be honest, less work for me (They do ticketing, insurance, security, etc.) And as a man of leisure, the less work the better. But after three straight sellouts from a local act, they seemed extremely indifferent about hosting QB IV, which was kind of a turnoff.
Blue Horizon:Lots of character, the employees were a pleasure to do business with, plenty of room, and the opportunity for free beer. Downsides: a little bit out of the way, a little bit chilly (though that could probably be corrected if we did it again), and the acoustics were so-so (not the sound guys fault, just the way it’s gonna be in a large old building not built with acoustics in mind).
Somewhere New: Would be fun to do it like the Super Bowl, where we got to check out a new venue each year. The question is, where? After doing lots of research on this, I have discovered that there are plenty of places in Philly that sit 200 people, but almost none that sit 300. I’d love to do it at a place like the Troc, but it’s simply not big enough. Houston Hall on Penn’s campus or The Armory are big enough, but I’d need to rent tables and chairs and find a way to get them to those places, which sounds like a nightmare. If anyone has any ideas, please post them below.
Quizzo Bowl Pics are Up!
And they’re pretty awesome. My man DJ was official photographer, and he got some really good ones, including shots of plenty of teams. Check ’em out.