Obscure Bops & Iconic Flops
Which Icelandic artist once wore a dress that looked like a swan to the Oscars and made "Human Behaviour" a thing?
Who is Björk?
Carl’s Jr. is the West Coast sibling of this fast-food chain — same owner, same menu, but an identity crisis in the Eastern U.S.
What is Hardee’s?
This 49ers quarterback wore #16 and led the team to four Super Bowl wins and is widely considered one of the greatest QBs of all time.
Who is Joe Montana?
This 1994 film, starring Tom Hanks, is about a man who unwittingly finds himself involved in some of the most pivotal events in U.S. history.
What is Forrest Gump?
This black-and-white bear is native to China and is known for its iconic diet of bamboo.
What is the giant panda?
Before she went solo, Charli XCX contributed vocals to this 2012 Icona Pop banger that made you want to crash your car.
What is "I Love It"?
In 2020, Carl’s Jr. launched a plant-based version of their famous Western Bacon Cheeseburger using this brand’s faux beef patty.
What is Beyond Meat?
Before they were in San Francisco, the Giants played in this New York borough and their name originally came from their tall, lanky players.
What is Manhattan?
In Whiplash, Andrew Neiman struggles to impress his abusive instructor, Terence Fletcher. What song does Fletcher demand Andrew play in the film’s brutal opening scene?
What is “Caravan”?
This bird is known for its beautiful, colorful tail feathers, which it displays during mating season. It is often found in India and Southeast Asia.
What is the peacock?
SURPRISE CARD! Gift time... or shot time. Daniel Johnston’s cult classic "Hi, How Are You" features a frog-like alien on the cover. What’s the character’s name?
Who is Jeremiah the Innocent?
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Carl’s Jr. introduced a burger in 2006 that literally included a breakfast item as a topping — what was the burger called and what was the item?
Breakfast Burger & hash brown patty
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The 2012 Giants won the World Series behind a dominant playoff run. Name who they defeated in the series.
Detroit Tigers
SURPRISE CARD! Time to pick a gift or take a shot! In Little Miss Sunshine, what is the name of the pageant that Olive participates in, and what is the controversial talent she performs?
SURPRISE CARD! Time to pick a gift or take a shot! The narwhal is often called the “unicorn of the sea.” What is the purpose of the male narwhal’s long spiral tusk?
What is it’s likely used in mating rituals or for social dominance?
JPEGMAFIA’s abrasive yet intricate production is often built around obscure samples. On the track “Thug Tears”from Veteran, he samples a vocal line from what 90s sitcom’s theme song.
What is “Frasier”
Carl’s Jr.’s original founder started selling hot dogs out of a cart in Los Angeles in the 1940s before launching the chain. Name the founder
Carl Karcher
In the 1994 season, Jerry Rice broke a long-standing NFL record for career touchdowns — surpassing what legendary player?
Jim Brown
In The Truman Show, Truman Burbank’s whole life is a meticulously crafted television show, but he is unaware of it. What is the major philosophical concept does Christof argue is central to Truman’s life?
“The need for control” / “The greater good”
The axolotl is a unique species of amphibian native to lakes in Mexico. What is it famous for?
What is its ability to regenerate limbs?
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Slint’s Spiderland (1991) is credited with helping to define the post-rock genre. But their eerie sound was born from an earlier, lesser-known band some of the members were in. Name that band
Squirrel Bait
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Carl’s Jr. ran a famously risqué ad campaign in the early 2000s featuring supermodels eating burgers in slow motion. Name two of the models or celebrities featured in these controversial ads, AND name the burger they were most often shown eating.
SURPRISE CARD! For the real fans — In the 1981 NFC Championship Game, "The Catch" became a defining moment in 49ers history. Name the quarterback, the receiver, and the opponent team they beat to reach the Super Bowl.
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In Mandy, Nicolas Cage's character seeks vengeance after his wife is murdered by a cult. What is the name of the cult leader, and what object is used to symbolize his power and influence over the cult?
SURPRISE CARD! Let’s see if you can claim a gift with this one! The Komodo dragon is the largest living lizard, and it’s native to Indonesia. How does it hunt its prey?
It uses its powerful bite and infects its prey with bacteria in its saliva, leading to infection and eventual death.