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40
This was the last movie I saw in theaters
What is "Migration?"
40
I spent my 30th birthday in Toronto and caught this local rapper's annual music festival, OVO Fest, while I was there.
Who is Drake?
40
This show, which is wrapping up its 35th season, was so much better when I was younger. It follows main characters: Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie through their adventures in Springfield.
What is "The Simpsons?"
40
This university is where I received my MBA.
What is University of Maryland?
40
A staple of college life, what is the chemical component sprayed in this meme? A note: you must pronounce it correctly.
What is Akahaul
80
As a horror fan, I was happy to finally see this 1978 classic in theaters last year for the 45th anniversary re-release. The plot of the film focuses on character Laurie Strode's attempts to thwart a masked stalker and takes place in the fictional town of Haddonfield, Illinois. The masked man shares the same name as the voice actor of Shrek.
What is "Halloween?"
80
I've seen this musician over 40 times since 2001, including a date this September at Camden Yards.
Who is "Bruce Springsteen?"
80
Netflix's "Tires" premieres at the end of this month and stars this comedian (one of my favorites). In his latest Netflix special, he discusses how his uncle makes grilled cheese sandwiches at night, and he also hosts a podcast with fellow comedian Matt McCusker.
Who is Shane Gillis?
80
Before Northrop Grumman, I worked at this financial firm, located in Fells Point on Thames St.
What is Morgan Stanley?
80
If you were looking for a man in finance, what 3 characteristics would you be looking for?
What is 6'5", trust fund, and blue eyes.
120
Steven Spielberg's third movie about a shark that terrorizes a New England town turns 50 next year, and is my favorite movie.
What is Jaws?
120
It will be 23 years between concerts for me this August, when I attend this Iowa band's (known for wearing masks onstage) 25th anniversary of their self-titled release:
Who is Slipknot?
120
A guilty pleasure of mine, this USA/Syfy series brings this murderous doll to the small screen.
What is "Chucky?"
120
This is the year I graduated Towson University. Spoiler: it wasn't when I was supposed to.
What is 2009.
120
What is this abomination that my son is obsessed with?
What is a Skibidi Toilet?
160
Every night I'm forced to watch this 2023 Disney-Pixar movie, which focuses on the two main characters' (Wade Ripple and Ember) adventures in Element City. My daughter will not sleep unless it's played.
What is "Elemental?"
160
I recently discovered this female indie rock trio of Lucy Dacus, Phoebe Bridgers, and Julien Baker after their 2024 Grammy win for Best Alternative Music Album. My wife tells me that it's music for "16-year old girls."
Who are Boygenius?
160
This Baltimore-based HBO series released in 2002 and focuses on the Barksdale drug syndicate. Characters include Detective Jimmy McNulty, Omar, and Proposition Joe
What is "The Wire?"
160
Name one of my Halloween costumes that I've posted on Instagram.
Michael Myers, Stay Puft, Quint
160
I can't talk, I'm currently practicing this technique in which the tongue is placed on the roof of the mouth. It's purported to make the jaw more square.
What is mewing?
200
My wife and I saw this 2006 Happy Madison movie about a 40-year old video game tester that has to return home to live with his grandmother for our first date.
What is "Grandma's Boy?"
200
My favorite concert of 2023 was this band's 20th anniversary tour of their release, "Transatlanticism." Front man Ben Gibbard pulled double duty as the lead singer of this band and his other band, The Postal Service. You may be more familiar with their songs "Soul Meets Body" and "I Will Follow You Into the Dark."
Who are Death Cab For Cutie?
200
This HBO dark comedy stars Bill Hader as an assassin that realizes he has a passion for acting.
What is "Barry?"
200
This is my daughter's name.
What is Veronica?
200
This is the song played at the infamous TikTok Rizz Party.
What is "Carnival?"