Atomic Trivia War 9000

Don Thomsen stops in to talk about the 90s alternative scene, some favorite bands you may or may not remember, what is still a good listen, and concert-hopping.

Roll up your sleeves but not too far, because tonight's quiz shouldn't be hard! We're scaling back the difficulty level for EASY MODE II -- kind of a kids' Jeopardy feel but with adults. Sad, really.

Why should trivia be hard? Tonight we throttle back the difficulty. Will our contestants go 30 for 30 on questions? PUSH PLAY!

Here's a solid cross-section of trivia categories for your listening and playing enjoyment, with submitted questions by some awesome fans! Send your trivia to atw9k@simplysyndicated.com.

(http://www.simplysyndicated.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/boobstorule.jpg) This week we start by talking about the Maxim Hot 100 list, then work into movie cars, Hobbits, terrible films, and Bill Murray. Thanks to question submitters Georg Wille, Peter Guilherme, Morgan, and Ryan Bollettino. We're sorry if someone pronounced your names incorrectly. Send your trivia to the gang at atw9k@simplysyndicated.com (mailto:atw9k@simplysyndicated.com). Omar's giving away a Steam Humble Bundle key to whomever sends us the best BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA questions by Dec. 11. They might be for something... special.

Lisa has a beautiful mind. This short episode is to remind everyone that smart does not necessarily equal geek. Also, I won a bet, so she had to go on air.

Here's the show you've all been waiting for. Join Jason, Rich, and Allison, as they take a look at some classic television. You can now find the show in the iTunes Store here (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/remote-patrol/id582561974).

(http://www.simplysyndicated.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/roshow.jpg) This is stuff Ro likes, with questions by Andrew Dickerson, Mohamed Sharmarke, Agustin Chancusi, and Ari! No Twilight or Harry Potter this time, thank Crom. Also, Team BalognePants shows up.

(http://www.simplysyndicated.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/star-wars.jpg) Disney buys LucasArts? Allow us to respond, oppa trivia style. ON THIS EPISODE: In the assault on the first Death Star, did Luke pilot Red One, Red Three, or Red Five? Before a major rewrite ruined everything, what "Phantom Menace" character was an unscrupulous gangster who betrayed the Jedi and Queen Amidala? Thanks to question submitters Rick Tetrault, Ryan Dorn, James Curran, Greg Blanchard, Jeff Ferry of the U.S. Coast Guard, Kenna Conklin, Nate Hasiak, and Joseph Ingram. Send your questions to the gang at atw9k@simplysyndicated.com (mailto:atw9k@simplysyndicated.com).  

(http://www.simplysyndicated.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/ep91.jpg) Once more into the empty well that is Omar, Ro, and Kevin's knowledge of good music -- this time with added points goodness. Let's see how well these knuckleheads do with songs taken from Rolling Stone's list of the greatest songs of all time. We're looking for some high school science questions for an upcoming episode. Send them (with your name) to atw9k@simplysyndicated.com (mailto:atw9k@simplysyndicated.com) today! P.S. The sound on this episode is really scratchy. Let's just say I did that as an homage to the good ol' vinyl records of yesteryear. It's certainly not because Ro and Omar are desperate for new mics. Nope.

Atomic Trivia War 9000 superfan and honorary producer Mike Mould gives a quick rundown of some great geeky flicks. He's joined by Chris Mitchell of the Geek Fights (http://geekfights.podbean.com/) podcast, who has never seen The Princess Bride. This is the sound of ultimate suffering.

(http://www.simplysyndicated.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/atw9k-music-vol2.jpg) It goes without saying, but I really hate Ro, Omar, and Kevin. Riddle me this, Internet: These are good songs that people know, right? Right? Let us know on our forum. Send science-y questions to atw9k@simplysyndicated.com (mailto:atw9k@simplysyndicated.com) for an upcoming show. Yours could make it on air!

(http://www.simplysyndicated.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/TEMPLATE-splash-screen-copy.jpg) What music did you listen to growing up? Listen to this exciting* episode of Atomic Trivia War 9000 for just a slice of Jason's formative music as we dive headfirst** into a don't-forget-the-lyrics-style battle for the ages***. We're looking for science-y questions for a future episode with our friend, Timo, who (no joke) is the smartest person we know. Rule one: No stumpers. Rule two: Nothing about bananas. Send them to atw9k@simplysyndicated.com (mailto:atw9k@simplysyndicated.com) today! *Episode might not be exciting. Consult physician before starting an ATW9K regimen. **The pool is empty. ***Recommended for ages 3-12.

Please leave a message at the beep. "DADDY, WHAT'S AN ANSWERING MACHINE?" Tonight, we handle trivia on country music, TV theme songs, cartoons, captains, and James Bond. Also, Omar appears to be playing from the middle of a hurricane, if his sound is any indication. Sometimes living in a banana republic has its drawbacks. We should do a Kickstarter to help float him to America, land of the free. I had too much Coca-Cola today. Thanks to question submitters Paul Maki, Nicodemus, Jim Silva, and James Curran. You can e-mail questions to Jason at atw9k@simplysyndicated.com (mailto:atw9k@simplysyndicated.com) for a chance to have them used on the show! Also, you can help a real, live teacher... listen to episode 88 for our pitch to help our buddy Adam buy art supplies for children in his special education classes (http://www.adoptaclassroom.org/classroomdonation/results_teacher.aspx?refer=fundraise&classroomID=170158) after he's suffered big budget cuts. Adam helps the kids who need help most. It's a chance to give to a very responsible cause. Even though he's met his goal for this year, state and federal governments are not exactly planning to increase funding next year, so help Adam meet his stretch goals!

Simply Syndicated's lovable, bearded nerd-hurdler (http://nerdhurdles.com/) joins Michael Mould for a true-and-false session.